The Saint Lucia Air and Sea Ports Authority (SLASPA) and members of the seaport community applauded the arrival of the newest 'Big Red' on the block. The Kalmar Reach-stacker Model DRU arrived disassembled on the hatch of Tropic Carib, awaiting its debut at the container park in Castries Seaport on December 14, 2022. The inauguration of the Kalmar DRU Reach-stacker serves as part of SLASPA's recently implemented Asset Replacement and Port Improvement Programme (ARPIP) to guide the restoration and recommission of equipment. The reach-stacker will complement the Authority's port equipment fleet and rebound port operations and the availability of cargo