Category: Corporate

Liebherr STS for TraPac on West Coast US

Published on December 10, 2024

Liebherr STS for TraPac on West Coast US
Liebherr Container Cranes Ltd has announced its first-ever contract to supply ship-to-shore (STS) container cranes to the West Coast of the US. 

TraPac Oakland, a prominent container terminal operator in California, has awarded Liebherr the contract for two state-of-the-art STS cranes, marking an important milestone in the company’s history.

Killarney (Ireland), December 2024 – While Liebherr has previously supplied STS cranes to terminals on the East Coast of the United States, this is the first shipment of its STS cranes to the West Coast. The cranes boast a 66-metre (216-foot) outreach, a 53-metre (173.83-foot) lift height, and a span of 30.48 metres (100 feet). With a lifting capacity of 66 long tonnes in twin-lift mode, they deliver exceptional performance for high-capacity handling, making them ideal for servicing the world’s largest container vessels.

From coast to coast
This contract underscores Liebherr’s growing presence in the US market and its dedication to supporting the evolving needs of port operators through innovative technology and exceptional customer service.

Declan O’Sullivan, General Manager – Sales at Liebherr Container Cranes commented: “We are delighted to partner with TraPac Oakland and bring Liebherr’s innovative crane technology to the US West Coast. This milestone reflects our continued commitment to providing world-class container handling solutions tailored to the needs of terminal operators globally. We also thank our colleagues at Liebherr US for their continued contributions to customers across the US, from coast to coast.” 

Cranes for the future
The cranes are equipped with advanced technology and semi-automation systems. Together with the latest anti-collision systems, these technologies ensure operational visibility, safety, and precision in terminal operations. Supported by US based Liebherr customer service, the Liebherr cranes are sure to play a pivotal role in driving the economy of the West Coast for many years to come.

“TraPac Oakland’s decision to invest in Liebherr’s advanced STS cranes marks a major milestone for our presence on the US West Coast”, said Shane Kuhlmey, Divisional Director at Liebherr US, Co for Liebherr Maritime Cranes. “This first-ever STS sale on the West Coast underscores not only the exceptional quality and innovation of our cranes but also Liebherr’s ability to support customers in this region. With established service and support capabilities already in place, we are uniquely positioned to meet the needs of TraPac and other port operators as they modernize and expand. We are proud to provide world-class equipment backed by local expertise and a commitment to long-term partnerships, ensuring operational success for years to come.”

Investing in success
TraPac’s investment in new Liebherr cranes is part of a larger program to modernize and expand its Oakland terminal. Following a $67 million expansion in recent years, that nearly doubled the terminal’s size, the new cranes will support increased cargo volumes and larger vessels while enhancing operational flexibility and berth productivity.

“This partnership marks the next exciting milestone for TraPac Oakland as we continue our journey of upgrading our service levels and exceeding customer expectations” said TraPac CEO Cameron Thorpe. “Liebherr’s cranes, known for their exceptional quality, and innovative design, will be instrumental in enhancing the efficiency and capability of our terminal. The collaboration with Liebherr and their local team has been seamless, and we look forward to a successful long-term relationship.”–TradeArabia News Service
Liebherr STS for TraPac on West Coast US

 

TraPac Holdings, LLC Announces Appointment of Cameron Thorpe as President and CEO

Published on September 5, 2024

The Board of Directors of TraPac Holdings, LLC, the parent company of TraPac, LLC, which operates leading container terminals in the U.S. ports of Los Angeles and Oakland, is pleased to announce the appointment of Cameron Thorpe as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective September 9, 2024.

Cameron Thorpe brings over three decades of experience in the international container shipping and terminal industries. Prior to joining TraPac, Mr. Thorpe served as Chief Executive Officer of PSA Belgium, where under his leadership, a program expanding the Antwerp terminal’s capacity by more than 700,000 TEU annually was commenced whilst simultaneously reducing total emissions by more than 50%, significantly bolstering sustainability, operational capabilities, and market position.

In his new role at TraPac, Mr. Thorpe will be responsible for overseeing the company’s overall performance, with a strong emphasis on safety, environmental stewardship, customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and governance. He will also focus on maximizing returns for investors, ensuring that TraPac continues to deliver exceptional value to its stakeholders.

“Cameron Thorpe is a visionary leader with a deep understanding of the maritime and container terminal industry,” said Richard Nicholson, Chair of TraPac Holdings, LLC’s Board of Directors. “His diverse experience and strategic insight will be invaluable as we continue to enhance our world-class facilities and drive sustainable growth for our customers and shareholders.”

Mr. Thorpe’s distinguished career includes serving as CEO of DCT Gdansk, the largest container terminal in the Baltic Region. He also held senior leadership positions at DP World for thirteen years, including global business development and terminal CEO roles in Romania, Australia, Thailand, Korea, and the UK, managing facilities exceeding 4 million TEU and overseeing $1.5 billion in investments.

Prior to his tenure at DP World, Mr. Thorpe spent 16 years with one of the world’s largest container shipping lines, where he gained comprehensive experience in commercial management, senior contract negotiations, country management, and terminal development across the UK, Kenya, Tanzania, and the Netherlands.

Mr. Thorpe’s appointment marks a significant step forward for TraPac as the company continues to lead the industry in innovation and operational excellence.

We look forward to Cameron joining TraPac.

TraPac Corporate API Announcement

Published on May 22, 2024

Effective June 1st, 2024, TraPac will introduce a tiered pricing structure for its API service based on the number of API requests. Current customers should have received an email announcement regarding this change. Below are some common questions and answers about our API:

FAQ’s

    1. How do I signup for API access if I am not an existing API customer?
      You may request API access using the ‘Contact Us‘ form on our website, selecting ‘Request API Access’ as the topic.

    2. Why is TraPac charging for use of the API?
      To meet the increasing computing power demands for our API, we need to implement this pricing structure change to ensure ongoing service quality.

    3. Does the fee for usage apply to existing customers who had previously signed an API agreement that is still active?
      Yes, all existing API customers will need to agree to the new API agreement to continue using the service. The new agreement has been provided to existing customers. Please contact apisupport@trapac.com if you have not received it.

    4. How can we manage/view our usage?
      On the 1st of each month, TraPac will generate a billing invoice that includes both the usage count and billing amount. We encourage all API users to track their usage and plan accordingly.

    5. Will we be notified if we are approaching a new tier?
      Currently, it is the user’s responsibility to track their usage. However, we are working on providing an endpoint for real-time usage statistics and will update our API customers when this feature becomes available.

    6. Which payment methods are acceptable?
      We accept major credit cards through PayPal’s payment service on our website. Your credit card information is never stored in TraPac’s system.

    7. Who is my direct contact for questions/concerns with API?
      For any questions, please contact us at apisupport@trapac.com.

    8. What is the new pricing structure for API usage?
      Tier DescriptionNumber of Successful API Request
      (Per Calendar Month)      		Monthly Fee
      Tier 1: Community Level1 to 999Free
      Tier 2: Growth Level1,000 to 49,999$1,000
      Tier 3: Professional Level50,000 to 499,999$3,000
      Tier 4: Enterprise Level500,000 to 1,999,999$5,000
      Tier 5: Custom Level2,000,000 or moreContact Us for Special Quote

OAK- Terminal adds to Green Marine Program

Published on July 26, 2023

Source: TraPac adds Oakland terminal to Green Marine program (green-marine.org)| July 20, 2023

TraPac has added its Oakland terminal to the Green Marine program to obtain environmental certification. It joins TraPac’s Los Angeles terminal, which holds the distinction of being the first terminal operator in California to become a part of Green Marine in 2020.

Opened in 1990, the Oakland facility is part of a subsidiary that is wholly owned by Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) to competitively operate container terminals with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies.

TraPac’s Los Angeles terminal was the first North American container terminal to be fully automated and the first worldwide to offer an automated on-dock rail facility. Its automated cargo handling equipment reduced particulate matter and NOx emissions by more than 99% and GHG emissions by more than 90% per TEU when compared to competing terminals.

Its two locations in Southern and Northern California together employ emission-reduction technologies that reduce pollutants from vessels by 80%.

TraPac’s investments have reduced nearly all its emissions, making its operations 90% cleaner than competing terminals.

View original article here: https://green-marine.org/stayinformed/news/trapac-adds-oakland-terminal-to-green-marine-program/

JAX – Website Transition to Ceres

Published on June 28, 2023

Drayage Community,

The Jacksonville website will transition over to Ceres Global effective Friday, 06/30. The ‘jacksonville.trapac.com’ weblink will no longer be supported and will automatically redirect you to the new link. Please update your bookmarks with the following link:

https://jacksonville.ceresglobal.com

Thank you,

TraPac Management

OAK Approves plan for green upgrades at TraPac terminal

Published on May 19, 2023

Source: SAFETY4SEA | May 19, 2023

The Oakland Board of Port Commissioners approved an ordinance that will make huge strides in reducing emissions from cargo handling equipment at TraPac, a key marine terminal at the Oakland Seaport.

Port Commissioners unanimously voted to amend terminal operator TraPac’s lease to include green upgrades to cargo handling equipment at its terminal facilities.

“This is a vital step towards our plan to become a zero-emissions seaport. These investments in hybrid cargo handling equipment will cut diesel emissions by 95 percent.”

…said Port Board President Barbara Leslie.

As explained, TraPac will retrofit three rubber-tired gantry cranes (RTGs), converting them from diesel fuel to hybrid-diesel fuel, reducing emissions from this equipment by 95%. This transformation will take place by the end of 2024, subject to Trapac securing grant funding.

View original article here: https://safety4sea.com/port-of-oakland-approves-plan-for-green-upgrades-at-trapac-terminal/

JAX – Changes to Jacksonville Website URL

Published on November 19, 2022

Drayage Community,

Effective 11/07/2022, the TraPac Jacksonville website will only be accessed via this URL: https://jacksonville.trapac.com/

This change is a result of the new ownership by Ceres. All website functionality will remain, including the ability to pull reports, track containers, view booking information, and see gate/vessel schedules. The biggest change is that you will not be able to access the Jacksonville site via the TraPac corporate website (https://trapac.com), instead, it will ONLY be available through https://jacksonville.trapac.com/

Thanks,

TraPac Management

GREEN MARINE RELEASES 2020 PERFORMANCE REPORT

Published on June 9, 2021

Quebec City, June 3, 2021 – Green Marine is pleased to present the latest steadfast results of participants in North America’s leading environmental certification program for the maritime industry.

“The commitment to continual improvement that our participants maintained despite the pandemic crisis in 2020 is admirable,” said David Bolduc, Green Marine’s executive director. “The fact that the overall results have remained steady is a remarkable outcome given not only the need to pivot regular operations to prioritize health and safety during the COVID-19 outbreak, but also in view of the program’s widening scope of issues and more stringent criteria for several performance indicators.”

Green Marine currently has 154 participants throughout Canada and the United States. All the ship owners, port authorities, Seaway administrators, terminal operators, and shipyard managers assess their environmental performance on a yearly basis. Participants agree to have their results verified every other year by an independent verifier accredited by Green Marine. All participants’ results for each applicable indicator are posted publicly on the Green Marine website. Their achievement on a scale of Levels 1-to-5 is determined based on the detailed criteria defined for 14 performance indicators, a most comprehensive scope to benchmark sustainability.

A total of 169 self-evaluations were submitted for 2020 operations with some participants assessing performance for more than one type of business or location and with 15 participants reporting for the first time. This represents a solid (6%) net increase from 2019. Overall, participants reported 982 performance indicators achieving an average of 2.9 out of the possible five levels, again consistent with recent years.

The greatest overall improvement has been in terms of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Ship owners, ports, and terminals contributed a net 14 level improvement, and two-thirds (66%) of all participants calculated their GHG footprint for 2020.

Significant progress has also been made towards reducing underwater noise. Almost a third (31%) of applicable ship owners have installed quieting technologies on new and/or retrofitted vessels since this indicator was introduced in 2018.

A Level 5 performance by 28% of ports and terminals in terms of spill prevention and stormwater management is due in good part to significant infrastructure updates as well as more stringent regulations in a number of jurisdictions. The review and incremental revisions of this performance indicator’s criteria for 2021 is an example of how the program continues to challenge its participants beyond existing or imminent regulations by raising the bar!

The new ship recycling indicator that was added for the 2020 program exemplifies how the program continues to embrace greater sustainability. More than half of the ship owners voluntarily reported on this new indicator that becomes a compulsory element for 2021 reporting. Likewise, an indicator on community relations was added to the 2021 program for all landside participants on their efforts to engage in meaningful dialogue with neighbouring stakeholders.

The 2020 Annual Performance Report is posted online here.

See the Press release PDF version