Mevea and Global Port Equipment start co-operation in port equipment training simulators
AMSTERDAM, May 13, 2026 – Mevea, the leading provider of port equipment training simulators, and Global Port Equipment (GPE), a subsidiary of Forkliftcenter and a global provider of port equipment, cranes, services, and solutions, today announced a strategic co-operation.
Through this co-operation, GPE will offer Mevea’s crane and port equipment simulators, together with associated training solutions, to customers worldwide.
The partnership further strengthens both companies’ ability to support safer, smarter, and more efficient operations within port and terminal environments. By combining Mevea’s advanced physics-based simulator technology with GPE’s extensive equipment expertise and global customer network, the companies aim to deliver added value throughout the entire equipment lifecycle from operator training and skills development to operational readiness and performance optimization.
“We are excited to partner with Global Port Equipment, a company recognized for its extensive equipment expertise and strong global customer network spanning more than 150 countries. This co-operation marks an important expansion of Mevea’s global partner network and strengthens our ability to support customers worldwide,” said Mr. Raimo Nikkilä, Sales and Marketing Director at Mevea.
“Through this collaboration, Global Port Equipment further expands the added value we provide to our customers by combining equipment sales and rental solutions with maintenance services and advanced operator training. We are proud to partner with Mevea, a highly respected and innovative brand known for its advanced simulator technology and commitment to operational excellence within the port industry,” said Gino Cherradi, Chief Business Development Officer at GPE.
GPE’s global headquarters in Amsterdam will become home to the Mevea Port Equipment Experience Center and the GPE Academy, a dedicated environment where customers, operators, and partners can experience advanced simulator technology, hands-on training, and innovation within modern port operations. The Amsterdam facility will also support Mevea’s global logistics activities.
Joint Presence at TOC Europe 2026
Mevea and Forkliftcenter’s subsidiary GPE will both participate at TOC Europe 2026, one of the leading global events for port and terminal professionals. The companies will feature adjacent stands (D50 and D52), offering visitors a unique opportunity to meet both companies and have hands-on experience with Mevea training simulators.
About Global Port Equipment
Global Port Equipment (GPE), a subsidiary of Forkliftcenter, specializes in supporting ports, terminals, and logistics operators worldwide with tailored port equipment solutions. Through the GPE Academy, crane and machine operators receive both initial and recurring simulator-based training within a realistic and controlled environment. The academy is designed to build operator confidence and experience, enhance safety and efficiency, support operational continuity, and help customers develop smarter, faster, and more reliable terminal operations. Machines stay in use longer through better operation and reduced wear. At GPE Academy, our philosophy is simple: “No downtime, just better operator.”
About Forkliftcenter
Forkliftcenter is a leading international and brand independent specialist in heavy forklifts and port equipment, headquartered in Amsterdam with offices across the Middle East, the Americas, Europe, Australia, and Africa. The company supports ports, terminals, steel plants, and heavy industry customers worldwide with equipment, technical expertise, and long-term operational support.
About Mevea
Mevea is the leading provider of real-time simulation software enabling the physics-based digital twins which can be used both in simulation-based control software development and port equipment training simulators. Mevea’s solutions are used by leading equipment manufacturers, container terminal operators and maritime training institutions.