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NewsOnly two weeks to go – book now!
Join members of the port community from Ghana, Guadeloupe, Costa Rica and from across Europe at the 2016 GreenPort events to discuss environmental, sustainability and climate change issues.
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NewsMinister confirmed to give GreenPort Cruise keynote address
In recognition of the importance of the GreenPort Cruise Conference to the sector, the Regional Minister for Transport & Infrastructure will give the second keynote address. Book your place now to hear this and other stakeholder presentations.
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NewsPeace Boat signs agreement for Ecoship
Peace Boat and DNV GL have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to form a partnership to develop the Ecoship cruise ship.
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NewsVirginia seals long term lease
The Port of Virginia has signed a new long-term lease for Virginia International Gateway (VIG) to give the port operating rights at the terminal until 2065.
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NewsAPMT’s Fejfer to step down
APM Terminals’ chief executive Kim Fejfer is to step down from his position on November 1 to make room for Morten Engelstoft, currently chief executive of APM Shipping Services and of Maersk Tankers, in the APMT hot seat.
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Cavotec powers ship of the year
A carbon fibre passenger ferry, powered by Cavotec, was named Ship of the Year at SMM.
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NewsA natural choice for the GreenPort Congress
This year’s host of the GreenPort Cruise and Congress is the Venice Port Authority, a natural choice because the area is a world heritage site which has to find pioneering solutions to environmental issues in order to stay competitive, writes Anne-Marie Causer.
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NewsLos Angeles marks green bond US first
The Port of Angeles has expanded its commitment to sustainability by issuing US$35.2 million in green bonds as part of a larger debt refinancing project.
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NewsGreenPort – a truly international affair
With members of the port community from as far afield as the Ivory Coast and Malaysia already confirming their attendance, book your place now to take advantage of the unique networking opportunities the GreenPort events offer.
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NewsThe climate is changing, but are ports?
Energy consumption has become second in the ESPO top 10 ranking of environmental priorities of European ports published this spring and they’’re realising that more than ever, tackling climate change is also their concern.
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NewsGP Congress delegates to be treated to exclusive tour of Doge’s Palace!
In a series of events, delegates at this year’s GreenPort Conference will have many opportunities to share knowledge and experiences, and network with attendees from ports and terminals around the world.
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NewsLive Blog: GreenPort Cruise and Congress 2016
Don’t miss the live blog from the GreenPort Cruise Conference and GreenPort Congress from Venice, Italy, 11 to 14 October 2016.
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NewsGreenPort LIVE: Cruise and Congress 2016
Welcome to the live blog from GreenPort Cruise and Congress 2016, offering up-to-the-minute coverage from this year''s event, held from 11 to 14 October in Venice.
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NewsLive Blog: GreenPort Cruise and Congress 2016
Don’t miss the live blog from the GreenPort Cruise and Congress conference which will take place in Venice from 11 to 14 October 2016.
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NewsEnergy efficient reefers
Increasing reliability and energy efficiency are key to minimising costs and maximising profits. Mr Shin Furuta, President, Daikin Reefer explains how through reduced power consumption, highly sensitive temperature control systems and maximum reliability, certain reefer containers have the ability to address both these requirements.
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NewsAustralia expands LNG market
Australia, the world’s second largest LNG exporter, is expanding its LNG market with the first LNG bunkering terminal at Fremantle Ports in partnership with EVOL LNG, writes Lauren Riga.
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NewsRotterdam wants to stay ahead in a changing world
With the developments in climate change in our minds, the Port of Rotterdam is entering a new era. A period of transition with plenty of opportunities for the port and its industrial complex. To be able to take advantage of these opportunities the port will develop new markets and help ...
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NewsSmarter greener handling
For more than 100 years, VAHLE has been a global leader in mobile power and data solutions. Since then it has continued to develop innovative new products and solutions for any application while maintaining awareness of environmental concerns, writes Thomas Müller, head of business unit port technology, VAHLE.
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NewsAdopting a new source of power for cruise ships
When Carnival Corporation’s AIDAsol sailed into the Port of Hamburg in Germany in May 2015, it also charted a course that may set the cruise industry on a new path for powering its vessels, writes Tom Strang, senior vice president, maritime affairs, Carnival Corporation.
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NewsRenewable energy in port electrical grids
The electrification in ports is inter-linked with the drive for an improved environmental footprint as well as improving the operating cost efficiency. The integration of renewable energy is now a real addition with electrical power supply in ports being of ever increasing importance, writes Chris Pretorius, Energy Management Division, Siemens ...
