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Electric crane powers Suburban Rail Loop East with zero diesel emissions As part of Suburban Connect, we've introduced a 250-tonne electric crawler crane at Heatherton West to support tunnel-boring works on Melbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop East. This move is cutting emissions, reducing noise and improving air quality while ensuring efficient delivery of complex infrastructure. The crane, one of the largest electric plant items on the project, is expected to save around 9,000 litres of diesel during its operation. Connected directly to mains power and supported by GreenPower-certified electricity, it eliminates exhaust fumes and minimises battery charging needs, benefiting both workers and nearby communities. Electrical infrastructure installed for the crane has been designed with future tunnelling activities in mind, creating long-term value beyond its current role. This approach reflects ACCIONA’s focus on practical, scalable solutions that reduce environmental impact while maintaining performance on major projects. The crane from Select Plant Australia Pty Ltd is part of a broader electrification program across Suburban Rail Loop East. Initiatives include electric pool vehicles supplied by Indigenous-owned Bunji Hire, solar-powered site facilities saving over 30,000 litres of fuel, and battery energy storage systems cutting generator runtime by 82%. Together, these measures have already avoided significant carbon emissions and improved site conditions for crews and communities. By integrating electric plant and renewable energy into construction, ACCIONA is helping deliver a vital transport link for Melbourne while accelerating the transition to lower-emissions infrastructure. #ACCIONAteam #BusinessAsUnusual #SustainableInfrastructure #ElectricConstruction #RenewableEnergy

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