HIT Embarks on RTGC Remote Control Operations Project
Article Date: 09/12/2013
[9 December 2013 – Hong Kong] Hongkong International Terminals Limited (“HIT”) signed an agreement today with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Machinery Technology Corporation (“MHIMT”) to install remote-control operations for the 29 Rubber-Tyred Gantry Cranes (RTGC) at HIT’s Container Terminal 9. The project is the first time that this innovative technology is being implemented for RTGCs outside of Japan.
Speaking at the contract signing ceremony, Mr. Kazuo Iida, President and CEO of MHIMT said, “HIT and Mitsubishi have maintained a long business relationship dating back 24 years ago when Mitsubishi first provided HIT with bridge cranes and subsequently Rail Mounted Gantry Cranes. We are proud to be working with HIT again on this project, signifying an extension of our successful partnership and contributing to HIT’s future growth and development.”
Speaking at the contract signing ceremony, Mr. Kazuo Iida, President and CEO of MHIMT said, “HIT and Mitsubishi have maintained a long business relationship dating back 24 years ago when Mitsubishi first provided HIT with bridge cranes and subsequently Rail Mounted Gantry Cranes. We are proud to be working with HIT again on this project, signifying an extension of our successful partnership and contributing to HIT’s future growth and development.”