ZPMC has delivered the first five Intelligent Guided Vehicles (IGVs) for the expansion of the Qinzhou automated container terminal. The vehicles have entered the installation and testing phase for the terminal’s Berths 9 and 10 expansion project. The IGVs feature autonomous navigation, high-precision positioning and obstacle avoidance technology. They will operate alongside automated yard cranes and ship-to-shore cranes to support fully automated container handling. ZPMC said the system will improve berth utilization, increase operational efficiency and reduce operating costs. Separately, ZPMC completed the commissioning of a new quay crane at Qingdao New Qianwan Container Terminal in just seven days after its arrival. The company said this was the fastest quay crane deployment in its history. Engineers worked around the clock to restore and test the crane’s electrical systems, overcoming technical challenges during the commissioning process. ZPMC received a letter of appreciation and a commendation banner from the customer in recognition of the project’s successful delivery. The post ZPMC advances automation at Qinzhou and Qingdao terminals appeared first on Container News .