Shoreham Port enhances capability with UK’s first Mantsinen 140M crane

We are delighted to announce a major investment at Shoreham Port with the purchase of a brand new Mantsinen 140M Hybrilift crane, marking a significant step forward in our operational efficiency and environmental performance. This substantial investment reflects our continued commitment to providing first-class services, using only the best equipment and resources to handle our customers’ cargo.

Internationally recognised for its advanced design and sustainable performance, the Mantsinen 140M is a trusted model at ports worldwide, and our team is proud to be the first in the UK to bring it into operation. With a maximum reach of 30 metres and a handling capacity of up to 900 tonnes per hour, the Mantsinen 140M is exceptionally well suited to Shoreham Port’s cargo handling operations. Whether it's timber, aggregates, steel, glass, or project cargo, our highly trained Operations team now have even more power and precision at their fingertips.

Thanks to its Hybrilift energy recovery system, the crane offers greater fuel efficiency, enhanced reliability, and smarter energy use. Capturing and storing energy when the main boom is lowered, the system then reuses it when lifting - providing the equivalent of up to 210kW of additional power. Combined with closed loop swing hydraulics, on-demand hydraulic flow, and temperature-compensated performance, the crane operates efficiently in all weather conditions; using less fuel, reducing emissions, and keeping noise levels to a minimum. In line with other plant across the Port, the crane will run on ISCC certified HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil), enabling an 80–90% reduction in CO2e emissions compared to traditional fossil fuels, marking a key step in our progress towards net zero.

Brian Rousell, Director of Engineering & IT at Shoreham Port commented “We’re proud to have completed this important investment for Shoreham Port. The new crane provides the power and reach we need to meet both current and future cargo handling demands, while significantly reducing emissions and improving energy efficiency. We’ve worked closely with Cooper Specialised Handling and Mantsinen Group throughout the process, and their expertise and support have been exceptional. Thanks to this strong collaboration, and with our team now fully trained, the crane is already being smoothly integrated into our operations.”

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