Ports of Auckland’s partnership with Gough Materials Handling (GMH) continues with the addition of a new Hyster empty container handler in 2010.
National Sales Manager Jason Manak says the new Hyster addition will increase capacity to meet the growing demands of New Zealand’s biggest port.
“The order for the new Hyster machine comes on the back of the excellent operational experience the Port has had with the current machines and the highly responsive back-up service and support GMH commits to the operation” says Jason.
Ports of Auckland run five Hyster empty container handlers with the ability to lift 40 foot containers stacked eight high.
“Working up to 5,000 hours per annum and almost 24/7, the Hyster machines have done the hard-yards and continue to prove their credentials to the Ports of Auckland team” adds Jason.
The Auckland seaport is New Zealand's largest container port, handling more than 840,000 20-foot equivalent container units (TEU) per annum. Their total container volumes represent 49% of the North Island container trade and 36% of New Zealand's total container trade.
By value of trade handled, Ports of Auckland is New Zealand's most significant port. In 2009, they handled cargo equivalent to 15% of the country's total GDP - twice as much as any other New Zealand port.
Ports of Auckland provide a full range of cutting-edge cargo-handling and logistics services at two seaports – one on the east coast adjacent to the Auckland central business district, the other on the west coast in Onehunga – and a strategically located inland port at Wiri, South Auckland.
A long-term relationship with Toll Distribution has seen Gough Materials Handling involved in the upgrade of their national fleet of fork trucks.
“The GMH team is extremely happy to continue our relationship with Toll” says Darren Allen, General Manager of Gough Materials Handling. “We look forward to building on the high-quality Hyster handling solutions and service standards we have established over the past nine years.”
The relationship which has stood since 2001 has seen Gough Materials Handling supply 64 new machines to Toll Distribution (formerly Toll Tranzlink). Ranging in size from 2.5 to 5 tonne capacity the forklifts are built to Toll’s specific requirements to suit their varying applications around the country.
The upgrade has taken place this year with the roll-out to be completed in September 2010.
Pictured: Darren Allen (left) with Greg Miller, Toll NZ Group General Manager outside the Gough Materials Handling workshop at Toll’s Southdown depot.
Gough Materials Handling (GMH) and KiwiRail have cemented a long-term partnership with the supply of a full nationwide fleet of new HYSTER 48 tonne container handling forklifts.
The new HYSTER fleet, which will be active across KiwiRail’s national operation, are capable of lifting containers up to 40 tonnes and stacking up to 4 containers high for both 20 foot and 40 foot.
GMH General Manager Darren Allen says the partnership has formalised a long-term relationship with the operators of New Zealand’s rail network.
“The foundation of our partnership is the unparalleled back-up and 24-hour support that our national branch and mobile service network provides alongside the quality of the HYSTER product” says Darren.
“Quality equipment and quality support is nothing new to our relationship with KiwiRail. We’ve proven ourselves in both aspects over many years. All credit must go to the GMH support team, who continue to set high-standards, are adaptable and consistently professional.”
“The HYSTER brand has clearly established itself as market leader particularly in the container handling market” says Darren.
“They are highly evolved and extremely user-friendly. This brings significant operational and safety benefits – a priority for KiwiRail and the nations sea-ports where HYSTER is prevalent.”
The new HYSTER machines are fully equipped with state of the art safety features with fully automatic speed control and load control systems. The cab design has been likened to driving a late model luxury vehicle with features including an air suspension seat and full air conditioning. fingertip joystick control allows easy operation of all functions with overall visibility second to none.
Pictured:
KiwiRail and GMH staff celebrate the commissioning of the HYSTER 40 tonne container forklifts.
To find out more contact Gough Materials Handling:
Phone: 0800 HYSTER, Email: sales@goughmh.co.nz, Web: www.forklifts.co.nz
Lyttleton Port Company (LPC) has taken deliver of two HYSTER H22.00XM-12EC container handlers signifying an important new partnership for Gough Materials Handling (GMH).
These new 8 high empty container handlers are designed for carrying two 20 or 40 foot containers. With a state-of-the-art design the machines are characterized by rugged and reliable performance with enhanced visibility, safety and operator comfort. The port has also purchased a new HYSTER H52.00XM-16CH 52 tonne full container handler with a top lift gantry style attachment.
Jason Manak New Zealand sales manager for GMH says the entire procurement process was highly detailed and thorough with full-life cost of ownership and back up support two key areas of determination.
“The successful supply of this equipment is based on a partnership with LPC” says Jason. “It does not end after the delivery. In fact this is when the work starts. Our operational team led by John Laidler, GMH South Island regional manager, is a critical component of our service and after sales support to LPC.”
As the major deep-water port in the South Island, Lyttelton Port Company is at the hub of trade and plays a vital role in the global transport network. Today the company employs approximately 400 full-time staff in operational, management and administration roles.
The port prides itself on catering for a diverse range of trades and offers a full array of shipping services to exporters and importers, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. That trade is essential to Canterbury businesses and consumers.
To find out more contact Gough Materials Handling:
Phone: 0800 HYSTER, Email: sales@goughmh.co.nz, Web: www.forklifts.co.nz
In a multi-truck deal Auckland-based Mondiale Freight Services have taken delivery of the latest TX range of HYSTER forklifts from Gough Materials Handling (GMH).
According to Jason Manak GMH New Zealand sales manager, Mondiale required a forklift that was fast, efficient, reliable and environmentally friendly.
“The new HYSTER TX range was ideally suited for Mondiale. The trucks are high-spec with catalytic purifiers making them ideal for both inside and outside warehouse applications. This provides Mondiale with not only a ‘green’ machine but also the speed, strength and reliability that they need” said Jason.
“Another significant factor was our 24 / 7 after sales support, which is vital in the non-stop world of freight logistics.
Established in 1989, Mondiale Freight Services is the largest privately owned freight forwarder in New Zealand. Employing in excess of 300 staff, Mondiale offers a true total logistics service. Offices in China, Australia and New Zealand, combined with their exclusive worldwide network of agents gives the company unequalled coverage on the global stage.
Mondiale’s warehousing division expands its supply chain capabilities. Offering a full range of 3PL and traditional warehousing services, including: container devan & put-away, pallet consolidation & storage, product / carton and pallet picks, despatch and delivery.
To find out more contact Gough Materials Handling:
Phone: 0800 HYSTER, Email: sales@goughmh.co.nz, Web: www.forklifts.co.nz