Konecranes receives $46.8 million order from US Navy

Konecranes Oyj, a global leader in lifting equipment and services, announced on [Date of announcement, e.g., October 26, 2023] that it has received an order from the U.S. Navy totaling $46.8 million. The order is for portal jib cranes.

This substantial contract highlights Konecranes' role as a supplier to defense and maritime sectors. Portal jib cranes are typically employed in port and shipyard environments for handling heavy loads such as ship components and containers.

Specific details regarding the delivery schedule and the exact models of cranes included in the order were not disclosed. Konecranes provides a wide range of lifting solutions and maintenance services to industries worldwide, including manufacturing, maritime, and energy.

The company has been focusing on expanding its service business and developing new technologies. Orders like this underscore Konecranes' capacity to meet the stringent requirements of governmental and industrial clients.