Drivepoint for DP World

In-Depth 1 Nov 2023 by WCN Editorial

DP World Southampton has extended its partnership with Goodyear to retrofit the tyre maker’s latest tyre pressure measurement system across its
port operations, including over 80 straddle carriers. DP World has worked with Goodyear for 20 years and the partnership has extended from using Goodyear’s bespoke port tyres to a full-service partnership that involves its latest technology.

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Goodyear DrivePoint Heavy Duty is a drive-past tyre inspection system that allows automated and dynamic tyre pressure measurement.

Goodyear DrivePoint Heavy Duty is configured to durable hardware and user-friendly mobile and web applications. It uses technology proven by Goodyear’s global commercial vehicle industry fleets, but upscaled and adapted for use on container handling machines.

The system uses receivers that read and analyse data from the machine’s dedicated heavy duty tyre pressure sensors as they drive by. Martin Ranger, Managing Director at Goodyear service partner, Pro Support Services Ltd, said: “Over the years DP World has stayed in tune with the tyre industry’s latest innovations by using Goodyear’s latest products and technical innovations.

“We fit Goodyear EV-4M tyres to the straddle carriers, proven to provide an excellent return on investment for DP World thanks to improved tread wear and increased comfort compared to previous generation tyres.

“Following a test period, we have rolled out the Goodyear DrivePoint HD solution across the fleet. Through Goodyear mobile and web platforms, our experts can remotely manage tyre pressures, allowing staff to be more productive.”

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