Latest News – Page 278
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NewsFirst filling for new bunkering station
Europe’s first shore-to-ship LNG bunkering station has been successfully filled with LNG for the first time.
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NewsZero-emission goal for Norwegian port
A port in Norway has signed a cooperation agreement with an environmental non-profit organisation to help it become emission-free.
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NewsSpeaker Confirmed: Yilport Oslo
Maiken Solemdal, Commercial Manager at Yilport Oslo will speak on day two of GreenPort Congress 2019 covering the topic of how short sea shipping can compete with road trucks.
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NewsDP Word terminal retrofit for eco-efficiency
A DP World container terminal in Belgium is boosting its eco-efficiency by electrifying a mobile harbour crane.
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NewsExtra Brexit funding may have limited impact
An extra GB£9m will be made available to ensure local areas and major ports are ready for Brexit, the UK government has announced, but a trade association has cast doubt over how many more preparations can be made before 31 October.
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NewsRobotic hull cleaning now in Belgium
A hull cleaning company is now offering its robotic services in Belgian ports for the first time.
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NewsNew port for Somalia
Qatar has established an investment partnership with Somalia to build a new port in the latter''s country.
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NewsLNG project gets government backing
An Australian LNG FRSU import terminal that could supply up to 80% of New South Wales’ gas needs has been declared Critical State Significant Infrastructure.
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News12-port capacity plan unveiled
An East Asian country has unveiled large scale plans to boost its cargo-handling capacity at 12 ports by 2040.
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NewsEquipment order helps green UK terminal
A delivery of environmentally friendly equipment will help improve operational efficiency and reduce emissions at a UK cargo terminal.
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NewsStrong growth at Port of Hamburg
Germany’s largest universal port remains on a growth course, despite fears the rest of the country may be spiralling into an economic slowdown.
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NewsNo-deal Brexit means major disruption
Leaked documents predict major disruption at British ports in the event of a no-deal Brexit.
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NewsWPSP grows its network
A European ports organisation has joined the International Association of Ports and Harbors’ (IAPH) World Ports Sustainability Program (WPSP) to strengthen its sustainability practises.
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NewsCall for safety review in Ireland
Ireland''s largest trade union has called for better safety measures to protect workers in port and dock environments across the country following a fatality.
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NewsPort operator tackles skills shortage
A UK port operator aims to address the sector skills shortage and support new talent with the launch of a Port Operative Apprentice Scheme.
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NewsPorts drive green policies in Europe
European ports are a strategic partner in achieving Europe’s climate and environmental goals, says ESPO Secretary General Isabelle Ryckbost.
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NewsAfrican port takes anti-plastic stance
A government official in Africa has called for better plastic management and a crackdown on the importing of waste products through ports.
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NewsBuilding sustainability at Stockholm Norvik
Constructing a new port is a major infrastructure challenge. But in Stockholm, it is also an opportunity to address environmental and climate challenges, says Chloé Farand
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NewsLack of consideration in ports not showing a slick response
Ports should take a hard look at their oil spill responses – right down to the architecture and options available, writes Stevie Knight
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NewsSiemens reconfirm sponsorship
The Siemens Energy Management Division, Erlangen, Germany, is one of the leading global suppliers of products, systems, solutions, and services for the economical, reliable, and intelligent transmission and distribution of electrical power.
