New Ramp Installed at Port of Kapellskär

July 17, 2024

(Photo: Ports of Stockholm)
(Photo: Ports of Stockholm)

In order to streamline and upgrade Port of Kapellskär, a new ramp for RoRo traffic has been installed.

The Port of Kapellskär offers the closest route between Sweden and Finland and is an important link for trade and travel between the neighboring countries. To further improve the conditions, a new ramp is now in place. It is 25 meters wide, 16 meters long, and weighs approximately 135 metric tons.

To position the ramp, a large crane capable of lifting up to 600 tons had to be assembled first. The special crane arrived in Kapellskär as a gigantic Meccano set loaded on 30 trailers. Extensive casting work on land and in the water was also required to create the foundation for the ramp.

In a few months, once everything is in place, Ports of Stockholm's customer DFDS will be able to move back to their newly upgraded berth.

Logistics News

Icebreaking Struggles Cost Great Lakes Shipping One Third of Shipping Season

Icebreaking Struggles Cost Great Lakes Shipping One Third of Shipping Season

Amy Rister Announced as Director of State Government Relations at Port Houston

Amy Rister Announced as Director of State Government Relations at Port Houston

Crowley Crews, Vessels for Recognized for Maritime Safety

Crowley Crews, Vessels for Recognized for Maritime Safety

Next Geosolutions Wins TenneT TSI Contract for North Sea Survey

Next Geosolutions Wins TenneT TSI Contract for North Sea Survey

Subscribe for Maritime Logistics Professional E‑News

US charges seven Chinese executives with illegal shipping container cartel
NERC claims that strong resource additions will boost US summer grid preparedness, but risks remain
Senators criticize US Transport chief for road trip funded by corporate donors