Kalmar Secures $XXM Electric Reachstacker Order from Brazilian Port Operator Portonave
Event summary
- Kalmar has secured an order for five electric reachstackers from Brazilian terminal operator Portonave, part of Terminal Investment Limited (TiL).
- The machines will be deployed at the Navegantes terminal in Santa Catarina State, Brazil, with delivery scheduled to be completed during Q4 2026.
- Portonave handled 1.1 million TEU at the Navegantes terminal in 2025 and is wholly owned by TiL, which operates over 70 port terminals across five continents.
The big picture
This order underscores the growing demand for sustainable cargo-handling solutions in the maritime logistics sector. Portonave's decision to invest in electric reachstackers reflects broader industry trends toward decarbonization and operational efficiency. Kalmar's ability to deliver on this order could further solidify its position as a leader in electrified port equipment.
What we're watching
- Sustainability Momentum
- How Portonave's shift to electric reachstackers will influence other Brazilian port operators to adopt similar sustainable practices.
- Execution Risk
- Whether Kalmar can maintain its lead in the electric reachstacker market as competitors introduce their own electrified solutions.
- Regional Expansion
- The pace at which Kalmar can secure additional orders for electric equipment in Latin America, beyond Brazil.