Latest News – Page 287
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NewsMajor shore power commitment in Germany
Major investment in shore power infrastructure at German port facilities will help diversify technology use and reduce operational emissions.
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NewsCall for startups to share tech innovation
Technology startups with the ambition to lead the transformation of the port management and logistics industries will have an opportunity to showcase their ideas with a new global initiative.
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NewsUS$80m funding for US terminal
Nearly US$80m has been secured by a US port to help it develop a container terminal.
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NewsWHAT IS DRIVING CAPE CHOICE?
With utilisation rates dropping and the idle fleet increasing, linking Asia and Europe via the Cape of Good Hope is an appealing option. AJ Keyes asks why.
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NewsMethanol focus aids shipping's carbon battle
A consortium of Europe’s maritime research and technology leaders have launched a project to demonstrate the feasibility of retrofit and newbuild vessels operating on methanol as a pathway to carbon-neutral shipping.
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NewsZero-emission ferries for Norway
Two zero-emission battery powered ferries have been ordered by a Norwegian operator that will help the country move further towards sustainable shipping and port operations.
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NewsCHILE HOT ON COVID-19
Among all the South American countries, Chile seems to have escaped many of the worst ravages of the coronavirus, as Rob Ward confirms.
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NewsREPUTATIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
COMMENT: When describing shipping matters, clichés such as “best of times/ worst of times” are abounding at present, writes Barry Parker.
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NewsNZ port determined to continue development
A port in New Zealand is pressing on with development plans despite an ongoing debate over its future.
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NewsNYCT LOSES LEGAL CHALLENGE
A New York container terminal operator has lost its legal challenge against Maersk Line switching terminals. AJ Keyes looks at what caused the situation to occur.
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NewsTechnology deal aids capacity project
A technology deal will help realise a project to massively expand the capacity of a Canadian container terminal.
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ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING IMPETUS
COMMENT: Even before the coronavirus pandemic reared its head global supply chains were heading down an increasingly digital route but COVID-19 has provided added impetus, writes Mike Mundy.
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NewsBALANCING COSTS & PROGRESS
During the COVID-19 era, the debate continues in Melbourne about rising port costs but also sees positive news about future infrastructure developments. John Burgoyne reports.
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NewsGLOBAL ORDER IN DISTRESS
COMMENT: The knowledge that the coronavirus is highly contagious and that it can be deadly is certain and the impact on the global economy has been dramatic in its success in bringing it to a virtual standstill. What is less clear is what to do next after the shutdown, writes ...
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Looking to the future
COMMENT: Under current lockdown rules – for those of us that are under them – the future has a limited horizon, basically centring on the end of lockdown. Getting to see friends and family, socialising – basic things that are now seen for their true value, writes Mike Mundy.
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NewsFirst US purpose-built offshore wind port
Plans have been announced to construct the first purpose-built offshore wind port in the US to help an east coast state fulfil its plan to achieve 100% clean energy by 2050.
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NewsSE Asia ports face supply chain challenge
Drewry has outlined the investment needed to ready Southeast Asian ports for COVID-19 driven supply chain diversification alongside the advantages and challenges that these ports have.
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NewsEquipment tender for sustainability project
A project dedicated to the environmental sustainability of ports is progressing with the issuing of an equipment tender that will enable the gathering of important data.
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NewsHelp for ports to embrace cyber security
A new white paper aims to ensure ports accurately understand and correctly define cyber security, conduct a gap analysis and take a measured, step-by-step approach towards cyber resilience.
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NewsGlobal ports collaborate on climate change
Major global ports have confirmed their resolve to combat climate change during the latest meeting of a programme to deliver on key environmental goals.