Paterson Simons recently completed successful theoretical and practical training, conducted in French, along with the commissioning and offloading of four new Konecranes 16WA RTGs at Benin Terminal S.A. in Cotonou.
Our engineers from Paterson Simons in Togo, together with Konecranes engineers, managed the offloading process of the four new Konecranes 16WA RTGs.
The French theoretical and practical training by Paterson Simons was held from March 25 to April 19, 2024, focusing on the mechanical and electrical maintenance of RTGs and troubleshooting.
Konecranes RTG cranes are engineered for space-efficient container terminals demanding superior container handling performance. They can be configured to span up to eight container rows plus a truck lane, and can stack containers up to 1-over-6 high, with a lifting capacity under the spreader of up to 65 tons. These cranes are equipped with the latest Core of Lifting components, including gear reducers, motors, and controls. They offer versatile power options, including diesel, hybrid, fully-electric, or battery power. Additionally, they feature Active Load Control to eliminate container sway and a comprehensive range of Smart Features.
Thanks to an investment of 142 billion FCFA (216 million euros) since 2013 by Benin Terminal, the container terminal at the port of Cotonou has transformed into a regional logistics hub for Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Nigeria. As a key player in the country’s supply chain, Benin Terminal employs 419 Beninese and has implemented a subcontracting policy that creates a thousand indirect jobs.
We extend our gratitude to Komi Mouzou and Tanei Koboyoda from Paterson Simons, and to Tuomas Vainio and Jani Liedes from Konecranes, as well as all teams involved in this highly successful project!
And our congratulations to the training participants:
Adikossi Darius Vistagor, Sogbo Harold Midossessi, Adigoun Adéniyi Bacchus, Tossou Béatrice, Ganye Makponto Amos, Kodjovi Gylchrist, Hountondji Daniel, Facounde Auguste, Amadou Chéphren, Gnanhoui Rufin Rémi, Vlavonou Thierry, Lissanon Sèdjro Hervé, Assankpon Sèdjro Julien, Kiki Sènan Virgile Mar, Bossou Dènagnon Ferdinand, Goudjo Alban, Guedou Confort Eustache Adinawablo, Tchitou Zoul Kifoul, Sedjro Samson, Tossou Shaolin, Lokossou Brice, Togbossou R Vignon M. Rodi Odi, Houngbedji Arnaud Dieu-donné, Fagnisse Gérard, Avoce Carlos, Djoï Christian, Djihouede Eugène, Ololatan Gildas Gbenakpon, Alofa Christian Sègla, Gbodogbe Charles Codjo, Gougou Césaire, Houessou T. Prince, Noukponssi Fréjus, Zounon José, Akodogbo Fréderic, Agbo Lionel René, Nanfan Kabé, Mongbo Houénoussou Ignacio Marcos, Tognide Orden Loic Sedjlo, Seto Prince-love, and Raf Van Eeckhoutte.
