Increase in capacity
The old 10 T mobile elevator on the Minimes quay had become too old. The Harbour Master's Office of La Rochelle has therefore decided to replace it with a new MPI/WISE elevator with a capacity of 15 T. Due to its higher load capacity, this new model from the British manufacturer will also allow an increase in the number of boats handled by the small elevator. As a reminder, the Minimes quay is also equipped with a 50 T gantry crane for larger vessels.
The old gantry should be put up for sale once the new equipment is fully operational.
Investment on own funds
The new equipment represents an investment of 175,000 euros (excluding tax), financed entirely by the La Rochelle marina. It respects the size of the existing exit zone and does not require any specific additional work. This purchase is part of the overall equipment renewal policy initiated by the port.
