Container & Cargo Handling – Page 27

  • Rotterdam's breakbulk cargoes include heavy-lift and project cargoes. Credit: The Port of Rotterdam
    News

    Tariffs cast a breakbulk-sized shadow

    2018-10-01T15:01:00Z

    Trade spats may disrupt steel and aluminium flows, but there’s still plenty of positivity around other breakbulk cargoes. John Bensalhia reports.

  • New York freight plan will reduce the amount of cargo that goes by vehicle through metropolitan areas. Credit: Goran Bogicevic, 123rf
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    Simple maths shores up PANYNJ prowess

    2018-10-01T14:59:00Z

    New York/New Jersey is likely to remain the dominant US East Coast port for some time, says Martin Rushmere.

  • There are inherent risks with closed conveyor systems. Credit:  Igor Groshev, 123rf
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    Conveying more than bulk cargoes

    2018-10-01T14:57:00Z

    Fire incidents involving conveyors highlight the dangers of poorly maintained and closed systems, finds Iain MacIntyre.

  • Data sharing
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    OECD: Data sharing standards a must

    2018-09-26T15:32:00Z

    Public authorities should support the creation of open standards in maritime logistics to develop a data-sharing configuration that is useful to all players in the supply chain, the International Transport Forum (ITF) has said.

  • Port of Shanghai
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    Blockchain to help China’s port clearance

    2018-09-25T16:25:00Z

    A new joint venture (JV) aims to utilise blockchain and super artificial intelligence to streamline digital supply chain services for the Asia-Pacific Model E-Port Network (APMEN), the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation''s online port clearance system, with operations due to begin soon in the ports of Shanghai and Guangdong.

  • ABP is working to increase the efficiency of its supply chains Photo: ABP
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    Blockchain project to improve port efficiency

    2018-09-19T11:47:00Z

    Associated British Ports (ABP) will be working with a digital logistics enabler to create one of Europe’s first detailed pilot programmes to use blockchain technology to improve port connectivity.

  • News

    Digital knowledge hub targets innovation

    2018-09-18T12:15:00Z

    The Port of Barcelona has unveiled a new digital knowledge hub set up to provide information on the innovative initiatives that are transforming the world of logistics, transport and ports internationally.

  • Exclusive interview footage with ABB
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    Reap rewards of uninterrupted port operations

    2018-09-14T09:24:00Z

    Ports should capitalise on the ‘no interruption’ benefits of remote control and automation of cranes, according to ABB.

  • Smart Marine ecosystems vision
    News

    Wärtsilä launches sustainability initiative

    2018-09-12T12:20:00Z

    Wärtsilä has launched an initiative that aims to connect and inspire 20 of the world’s most influential port cities to embrace and develop Smart Marine ecosystems by 2020.

  • SPRC and Contecar container terminal are developing a battery system for non-essential power to cut tractor emissions. Credit: Grupo Puerto de Cartagena
    News

    Emissions drive tractor development agenda

    2018-08-30T10:14:00Z

    Terminal tractor development edges ever closer to all-electric operation to improve working conditions and on-dock safety, reports Alex Hughes.

  • Blazequel ember detector, mounted above a biomass conveyor. Credit: Blazequel
    News

    Burning through port productivity

    2018-08-30T10:13:00Z

    Modern engines bring increased fire risks in ports and many are investigating ways to reduce combustion risks, finds John Bensalhia.

  • Unifeeder ship
    News

    DPW potential “one-stop shop” strategy risky

    2018-08-28T10:38:00Z

    DP World’s acquisition of European short-sea and feeder carrier Unifeeder is unprecedented in scale and naturally throws up questions about the company’s motivation, Drewry has stated.

  • Planned capacity expansion
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    270m teu extra container capacity planned

    2018-08-21T16:50:00Z

    About 350 upcoming expansion projects aim to supply 270m teu additional container handling capacity up to the year 2023, with chances for completion varying regionally from 40% to 70%.

  • News

    New technologies MOU to boost Britain’s trade

    2018-08-13T15:57:00Z

    Associated British Ports (ABP) has invited Rolls Royce and Svitzer, part of the Maersk Group, to develop the next generation of technologies in a bid to keep Britain trading.

  • Containers at a terminal
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    Blockchain solution promotes efficient trade

    2018-08-09T16:45:00Z

    More than 20 global ports and terminal operators are supporting a new blockchain enabled shipping solution which aims to promote more efficient and secure global trade, support information sharing and transparency and encourage industry-wide innovation.

  • Unifeeder
    News

    DP World acquires Unifeeder Group

    2018-08-07T08:59:00Z

    DP World has acquired Unifeeder Group for €660m to boost its presence in the maritime global supply chain and help it become a “trade enabler”.

  • Hutchison's Laem Chabang development is being completed in stages. Credit: Hutchison
    News

    Bringing remote controlled operations to the people

    2018-08-06T21:10:00Z

    Hutchison’s Laem Chabang expansion is bringing much-needed capacity and world-leading technology to its operations in Thailand. Felicity Landon reports

  • Grab curves on port cranes are increasing in size to improve handling speeds. Credit: Liebherr
    News

    Ever-larger grabs meet demands of bulk boom

    2018-08-06T21:07:00Z

    Container ship growth has cascaded into dry bulk handling as operators demand larger mobile harbour cranes to provide handling for both cargoes. John Bensalhia reports.

  • Hyster is investigating fuel cell technology for its all-electric truck. Credit: Hyster
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    All-electric handling isn’t without its downsides

    2018-08-06T21:06:00Z

    A lack of charging standards, inability to keep up with battery demand and overwhelming infrastructure redesign demands could stunt all-electric potential, explains Barry Cross.

  • Oakland has turned its fortunes around. Credit: Melinda Stuart, Flickr, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
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    Port of Oakland comes out fighting

    2018-08-06T21:06:00Z

    “Vulnerable” US West Coast port proves that it can comeback from significant body blows in labour and operator losses. Martin Rushmere reports