APM Terminals has awarded the contract for civil works and electrification for the expansion of its Maasvlakte II (MVII) container terminal in Rotterdam, Netherlands, to the CareGo consortium. This group comprises ABB, Dura Vermeer, and GMB. The expansion project covers a 51-hectare container yard, which will effectively double the terminal's capacity and establish it as one of the globe's most sophisticated fully automated facilities. Furthermore, the new section will incorporate 31 additional yard blocks, enlarged quay areas, and designated truck and rail zones, along with essential supporting infrastructure. The Rotterdam Port Authority has already finished constructing 1,000 meters of new deep-sea quay to facilitate this project. Financial terms of the contract have not been disclosed. The CareGo consortium was chosen due to its extensive experience in terminal electrification and construction. ABB will be responsible for the electrification aspects, including prefabricated substations, terminal lighting, fiber optic networks, and power supply for cranes and reefer units. Dura Vermeer and GMB will oversee the civil works, which involve pavement, concrete foundations, crane tracks, reefer racks, fencing, and the expansion of the rail terminal. A representative stated, "Building a fully automated Container Terminal of this magnitude in such a short time frame is a challenging but also wonderful assignment. We have proven with APM Terminals MVII that we can do this. The new terminal is both highly sustainable and innovative. The participating companies in the construction consortium recognize themselves in this forward-thinking approach."