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Container handler for Clydeport
Clydeport has taken delivery of a new Hyster H18.00XM-12EC empty container handler to support its growing import and export operation at the Greenock Ocean Terminal, which expects an annual container throughput of 80,000 teu.
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Humber logistics development
A £100m port-related logistics development on the south bank of the Humber is at the root of plans submitted by Able UK Limited.
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NewsSenator secures ABP hubs
UK-based security company Senator is delivering International Ship and Port Facility Security Code services for Associated British Ports’ South Wales units.
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Concerns over Kaliningrad terminal project
The chief executive of Rosmorport has said that the project to build a new port on the Balga peninsular in Kaliningrad must be rethought, as, he claims, necessary dredging work would be so extensive it would undermine any profitability. The port is planning a 12m teu capacity container terminal.
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Demag turns down Konecranes proposal
Demag Cranes has rejected a merger proposal with Konecranes, despite the Finnish company stressing the need to consolidate the global crane construction sector, particularly in Europe.
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NewsRecovery still 'uncertain' for some
It''s a mixed picture that is emerging from the dust of the downturn, and there seems to be quite a lot of latitude when projecting trends.
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Portek closes European office
Singapore-based Portek has closed its European office and shut down Portek Europe SA.
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TCB commits to major investment
Barcelona''s TCB group is to invest €800m ($1.1bn) on expanding its port interests over the next five years. The investment will effectively double its existing handling capacity to 8m teu. Terminals in Buenaventura (Columbia), Ennore (India) and Ho Chi Minh (Vietnam) are all under development.
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Spain cuts port investment
Spain’s state budget for 2011 has allocated 18% less in port funding compared with 2010. A total of €1.15bn ($1.56bn) will be made available, down on the €1.28bn ($1.74bn) invested in 2010.
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NewsPort Integration project takes off
Speedy, cost-effective freight flows that contribute to regional competitiveness while reducing environmental impact are at the centre of a new European ports project.
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Go ahead given for Dragados-SPL sale
Spain''s competition authority has given the green light to JP Morgan to acquire Dragados-SPL from existing owner ACS. The acquisition is being made at a cost of €720m ($977m). The assets will be controlled by a new company, Turia Port Investments.
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Taman tender imminent
A tender is to be issued to design a new deep water port in Taman, Russia, which will be able to handle 85m tonnes of dry and liquid bulk. Terminals handling grain, coal, metal, containers and fertiliser are planned.
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NewsSnow forces UK port closures
Heavy snow and icy conditions have brought two of the UK’s main hubs to a standstill, with Southampton and Felixstowe both shutting up shop today.
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Antwerp introduces major investment programme
The port of Antwerp has unveiled a $2.2bn investment programme, which it will implement over the next 15 years. The amount is double its previous budget and aims to increase its competitiveness, as well as maintaining its position as Europe''s number two port. As from 2011, port dues will be ...
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Stevedores strike tarnishes French port reform
Industrial action has marred the introduction of the French ports law reform.
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NewsTrust plan is “undeliverable” says Dover
Dover Harbour Board has branded the proposal to keep the port of Dover in local hands through ownership by a “people’s trust” as “totally unrealistic and undeliverable”.
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NewsPeople's port bid launched for Dover
Residents on the UK’s south coast have come together to submit a £200m buy-out bid for the Port of Dover.
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NewsIs the cascade effect a threat, an opportunity, or both?
Outside factors are influencing the plans of both the Black Sea and the Baltic ports
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Kiel goes to greater lengths
The opening of Kiel’s Schwedenkai terminal marks the beginning of a new era according to the port – underscoring the point with the new architectural terminal building which is to be a landmark for the city.
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HPUK gains carbon award
Carbon footprint reduction at Hutchison Ports UK has stemmed from both “small actions” from employees as well as significant investment, according to the company''s David Gledhill.
