- ABB and Kuenz will deliver nine new rail-mounted stacking cranes equipped with electrical and control systems for TraPac in Los Angeles
- To align performance with the latest standards and extend operational life, ABB will also supply upgrade of systems on existing stacking cranes
- New capacity and unified operational excellence prepare TraPac for further growth
15 April 2026 – Leading US-based container terminal operator TraPac has selected ABB and crane builder Kuenz, headquartered in Austria, to deliver nine new rail-mounted stacking cranes as part of a major expansion of its Los Angeles facilities. ABB will deliver design, installation and commissioning of electrical and control systems for the new rail-mounted stacking cranes from Kuenz. In addition, ABB will upgrade systems of existing stacking cranes.
Amid growing demand for its services, TraPac is seeking not only to increase terminal capacity but also to ensure new and existing cranes function as a single, unified fleet. To ensure that all of TraPac’s cranes operate to the same high standards, ABB will refurbish systems on 29 existing stacking cranes and three rail-mounted gantry cranes serving intermodal operations. ABB’s OEM-agnostic crane technology will seamlessly integrate with existing equipment and support long-term reliability and operational performance.
“We selected Kuenz and ABB based on their respective proven track record in supplying high-performance cranes and integrating electrical and control systems,” said Cameron Thorpe, President and Chief Executive Officer, TraPac. “The nine new rail-mounted stacking cranes from Kuenz with ABB systems will support the increasing demand for our services, while ABB’s upgrades to our existing stacking cranes not only extend their lifecycle but also ensure performance excellence across the board.”
“The contract with TraPac on the US West Coast underlines our capabilities in serving the international container industry,” said David Moosbrugger, Managing Director, Kuenz. “With innovative technical solutions and a consistent focus on quality and reliability, we continue to position ourselves successfully in highly competitive global markets.”
“Our integration of electrical and control systems for new and existing cranes enables TraPac to operate a single, cohesive fleet for years to come,” said Clara Holmgren, Global Business Line Manager, Ports, ABB’s Marine & Ports division. “The flexibility of our crane technology also lays a foundation for further upgrades to the existing fleet.”
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