Every Konecranes lift truck is designed with environmental sustainability in mind.
Our knowledge and innovative technologies help to make lifting and material flows more productive while minimizing waste, energy and time throughout the value chain.

Proper maintenance using genuine Konecranes parts and services extends the service life of your lift trucks with lower fuel consumption, less wear and tear and more efficient use of resources.

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ecolifting_3_boxes_website

Less CO2 per move

The Path to Ecolifting offers solutions that decrease your carbon footprint without reducing performance.

1.Change from conventional diesel to biofuel.

2.Make your diesel drives as eco-efficient as possible.

3.Step forward to fully electric equipment.

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Sustainability without compromise_image

Uncompromised performance

Konecranes Ecolifting future-proofs your lift truck fleet by significantly decreasing your fuel consumption, on-site emissions and overall carbon footprint without reducing performance. 

Not only do our factories use renewable energy, but our trucks are available with a range of technical innovations and energy options so that you can choose the solution that best suits your world.

Konecranes Ecolifting solutions

HVO100
HVO100

HVO100

The latest generation of Konecranes lift trucks can use HVO100, a 100% renewable and fossil-free chemical copy of diesel fuel made mostly of vegetable oil. With almost the same characteristics as regular diesel, it reduces carbon emissions by up to 90%. This is a fast and economical transition that doesn’t require changes to your local infrastructure.

Power Drive
Power Drive

Power Drive

Konecranes Power Drive is a cost-efficient way to start reducing your emissions and fuel expenses. You get a new hydraulic system configuration and customized pump with an optimized driveline and a transmission with a lockup function. With up to 15% less fuel consumption and no difference in performance, this small investment would pay itself back in less than a year.

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Flow Drive_image

Flow Drive

Konecranes Flow Drive reduces your fuel consumption by up to 25% with increased active operating time and always full performance. The innovative hydromechanical variable transmission sits in a new, unique engine compartment for a smoother and more dynamic driveline. Specialized driver training will help you and your team get the most out of your everyday operations.

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Konecranes electric forklift 18-25_image

Electric forklifts

Electric forklifts (10-25 tons) combine the quality, power and productivity of our conventional lift trucks, with the latest eco-efficient technology. Developed with the customer in mind, they're powered by a fast-charge recyclable and efficient Li-ion battery suited for heavy-duty work; meaning zero fuel consumption and zero tailpipe emissions during operation. 

They're equipped with the latest digital solutions for monitoring performance, and all the features that make a driver feel safe and ready for whatever the day might bring.

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Konecranes E-ACE empty container handler_image

Electric empty container handlers

Electrify your operations with the new Konecranes electric empty container handler, with high level performance and zero tailpipe emissions during operations. Available as single or double stacking model, it offers fast charging and a load capacity of 9-11 tons.

Together with the OPTIMA cabin, it offers a safe environment for the driver with market leading visibility. 

 

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E-ACE reach stacker PR images 1

Electric reach stackers

The Konecranes electric reach stacker is engineered for maximum productivity, offering up to 16 hours of operation, making it a perfect fit for demanding industries. Its fast-charging capabilities allows a full charge in just 1-3 hours, depending on battery size and charging power. Designed to deliver exceptional performance and reliability, it has significantly faster handling speed compared to diesel models. Key features include advanced safety systems, intelligent controls and durable mechanics.

Electric reach stacker Generation D
Electric reach stacker Generation D

Generation D electric reach stackers

Managing a reach stacker has never been simpler. 

With an intuitive user experience, it offer more power and efficiency than traditional diesel machines, with zero tailpipe emissions. By pairing this raw capability with brilliantly simple design, we eliminate operational friction. The result is outstanding productivity, reliable uptime, and effortless maintenance - so you can stay focused on your business. 

The future of the port industry is electric

The need to decrease greenhouse gas emissions, driven by regulations from the United Nations, European Union, and U.S. environmental laws, has accelerated the worldwide transition to electric transportation over the past decade. In response to growing requirements from port authorities and government entities for ports and terminals to adopt more sustainable technologies, Konecranes pioneered the use of battery-electric drives for large vehicle fleets in active terminal operations. This technology has now been successfully implemented in multiple international container terminals. 

Explore more about Konecranes Ecolifting product range, with a deep dive on:

Both equipment are intended for heavy-duty applications, with low energy consumption and zero tailpipe emissions. 

WHAT MOVES YOUR WORLD

Customer's voice

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Konecranes Flow Drive lowers emissions at German inland river terminal_image

Konecranes Flow Drive lowers emissions at German inland river terminal

“We’re working hard to make our services more sustainable, and the Konecranes Flow Drive reach stackers have become a key part of this goal at the port. With greater intervals between refueling, we’ve increased our productivity while significantly cutting our fuel costs. The telematics data shows that our fuel consumption has dropped by about 25%, just as expected,” says Wojtek Kozbial, Rhine Port  Project Manager, Stadtwerke Andernach.

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Electrifying port operations with Konecranes E-VER_header image

Electrifying port operations with Konecranes E-VER

Let's hear from Metsa Group, Finland, how Konecranes electric forklifts are making the difference in their pulp and board handling operations, at the Port of Kemi. They're currently working with 8 Konecranes E-VER equipped with a special clamp for pulp handling.

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Driving efficiency with E-ACE empty container handler_header

Driving efficiency with E-ACE empty container handler

In one of the busiest container hubs near Shanghai, a local logistics company has embraced a forward-looking approach by integrating Konecranes electric empty container handlers

With lower fuel costs and easy maintenance, the electric handlers are noted for their superior visibility and safety. This strategic move enhances the company's image and prompts hopes for advancements in charging efficiency and battery life in the near future.

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Krones AG 1

German manufacturer cuts 50 tonnes of CO₂ with a Konecranes electric forklift

“We wanted to send a clear signal – for modern logistics, for the environment, and for our employees. You immediately notice that the electric forklift is not a compromise, but a real step forward. The combination of proven Konecranes lifting technology and state-of-the-art electric drive makes the E-VER a flagship project for our sustainable logistics,” says Rüdiger Aumer, Head of Internal Transport at Krones AG.

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Generation D electric reach stacker in port industry_header image

Generation D electric reach stacker in port industry

In the demanding world of port operations, performance, safety and comfort are essential. Let's take a closer look at the Konecranes Generation D electric reach stacker through the eyes of an experienced operator at a large port in Europe.

He highlights how the machine responds instantly, with electric power delivering fast, precise movements that feel sharper compared to diesel. The controls react immediately, creating a smoother and more intuitive driving experience — all while maintaining a noticeably quieter operation.

Zero tailpipe emissions mean the equipment produces no CO₂ exhaust during operation. However, emissions may still exist in other parts of equipment's lifecycle for example manufacturing, logistics and how the energy powering the equipment – electricity – is generated. For example, if the electricity used to power the equipment is produced using fossil fuels, upstream emissions can be significant.