APM Terminals Pier 400 deployed a fleet of electric terminal tractors (ETTs) in the Port of Los Angeles, marking a significant milestone in the terminal’s effort to decarbonize operations.

Pier 400 collaborated with electric vehicle manufacturer Orange EV and Pier 400’s labor and maintenance partner the Pacific Crane Maintenance Company (PCMC).

The initial deployment includes 10 fully commissioned ETTs with another 10 arriving by the end of July, replacing nearly 30% of Pier 400’s diesel terminal tractor fleet. 

The move supports APM Terminals’ broader goal to achieve net-zero emissions at Pier 400 by 2030 — a goal underpinned by a clear roadmap to reduce energy consumption, replace legacy equipment and decarbonize operations at scale.

“This is not just an investment in equipment, it’s an investment in the upskilling of the workforce,” said Jon Poelma, Managing Director of APM Terminals Pier 400, in a statement. “Our partnership with PCMC is foundational to our success, and this rollout reflects how we move forward together. As we decarbonize Pier 400, we’re not only deploying new technology — we’re upskilling our workforce through hands-on training and taking significant steps in our commitment to cleaner air for our community.”

With 20 electric units expected to be operating by the end of July, Pier 400’s electrification program is becoming a scalable model for zero-emission terminal operations in North America.