Kalmar Lands $100M+ Hybrid Straddle Carrier Order from Maher Terminals
Event summary
- Kalmar secures order for 30 hybrid straddle carriers from Maher Terminals, valued at over $100M based on typical unit pricing.
- Machines will be deployed at Maher Terminals' New Jersey facility, with delivery scheduled for Q4 2026.
- Order maintains Maher's fleet of Kalmar straddle carriers at over 270 units.
- New units include Kalmar Collision Warning System, part of Maher's fleet-wide safety upgrade.
The big picture
This order represents a significant step in Maher Terminals' long-term fleet modernization strategy, aligning with growing port industry demands for sustainable and safe operations. With $1.7B in 2025 sales, Kalmar continues to solidify its position as a key equipment provider in North America's largest marine container terminal market. The deal underscores the accelerating trend toward hybrid and electric equipment in port operations as environmental regulations tighten.
What we're watching
- Sustainability Momentum
- How quickly Maher Terminals can achieve its net-zero goals with this hybrid fleet upgrade.
- Fleet Modernization
- Whether Kalmar can maintain its market share in straddle carriers as ports increasingly adopt automation.
- Safety Innovation
- The pace at which collision warning systems become standard equipment in port operations.
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