Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Transportation and Construction Engineering, Ltd. (MHI-TC), a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, has successfully delivered the Mitsubishi Marine Bridge (MMB) to Yokohama City. This self-propelled mobile seaport passenger boarding bridge was manufactured at MHI’s Mihara Machinery Works and began service at the Osanbashi Yokohama International Passenger Terminal on January 13. The MMB connects seamlessly to large cruise ships, marking MHI-TC’s first mobile bridge delivery.
The MMB enhances passenger safety and comfort by shielding them from adverse weather and eliminating the need to descend to the wharf. Its autonomous driving capability, developed from technology used in automated airport passenger boarding bridges, allows for efficient movement and docking. Key features include 16-wheel independent steering, GNSS-based automated driving, and a flexible docking system adaptable to various ships and terminal positions.
Additionally, the MMB is environmentally friendly, equipped with self-generating power units and capable of operating without tracks, optimizing wharf space for cargo operations. The Osanbashi terminal, a significant cruise hub since its opening in 1859, attracts over three million visitors annually. MHI-TC aims to further enhance maritime operations with its innovative mobile MMB solutions.
