Latest News – Page 298
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NewsUK port expansion approval
A UK port has been given the green light to expand following approval of a major planning application.
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NewsABB powers first South Asia LNG hybrid tug
ABB’s electric propulsion, power, energy storage, control and automation technology will be deployed by the first tug in South Asia capable of switching between LNG engines and zero-emission battery power.
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NewsBOT agreement for Saudi port
A new Build, Operate and Transfer (BOT) agreement has been signed for the first and second container terminals in King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam, Saudi Arabia.
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NewsTerminal project faces eco obstacle
A proposed container terminal project has been defended as it faces a roadblock following the publication of an environmental impact assessment report.
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NewsUS$14.5m grant for rail project
A US port has been awarded a US$14.5m grant to help fund a rail project designed to improve rail efficiency throughout the port complex.
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NewsConcern over eco impact of terminal project
A Canadian port authority has defended its plan to build a new container terminal following an environmental impact assessment which concluded that the project would have a significant impact on wildlife habitats, wetlands and indigenous communities.
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NewsCyber attack may be cause of network failure
A container shipping company hit by a network outage cannot yet rule out a cyber attack.
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NewsPorts still to face "full impact" of COVID-19
A new Port Economic Impact Barometer has reported steady overall port cargo volumes for the week beginning 30 March, but warns that the "full impact" of coronavirus (COVID-19) on container volumes is yet to come.
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NewsFirst electric RTGs for UK port operator
A UK port operator has made a key step towards sustainability by investing in its first three zero-emission, electric Rubber-Tyred Gantry (RTG) cranes to help to cut air pollution at one of its sites.
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NewsPort stocks plunge
A new maritime financial insight report for April has warned of the risk of recession as port stocks posted massive declines amidst the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).
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NewsCoronavirus could accelerate digitalisation
Coronavirus (COVID-19) could accelerate digitalisation in the shipping industry, a European port has said.
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NewsDigitalisation project deploys smart buoy
An energy efficient smart buoy has been installed just outside a Swedish port as part of a project which is using digitalisation to improve safety and efficiency in shipping fairways.
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NewsUK port's plastic pledge
A UK port authority is continuing to play its part in tackling water pollution as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.
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NewsContainer handling evolution in Sweden
Container handling is set to evolve at a Swedish port following the signing of a contract with a logistics company.
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NewsHybrid port vessel fills gap in market
One vessel designer is helping meet the need for greener shallow draft survey vessels in the offshore energy, port maintenance and scientific application markets.
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NewsSmart port application targets emissions
A smart port web application will allow users to collaborate on digital maritime logistics for improved efficiency and reduced emissions.
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NewsHyster set to sponsor the next edition of GreenPort Congress
Hyster, leading global suppliers of materials handling equipment, are set to return once again as sponsors of GreenPort Congress 2021.
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NewsWhat to expect at GreenPort Cruise & Congress 2020
GreenPort Cruise & Congress 2020 will take place from 14-16 October 2020 just outside Athens, in Piraeus, home to the largest port in Greece and one of Europe”s largest ports.
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NewsIs LNG the future for cruise?
Both Cruise and Port stakeholders attend GreenPort Cruise & Congress to show the key role they play in sustainable shipping and debate the use of alternatives such as battery, LNG and shore power.
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NewsCOVID-19: Best practice measures for ports
Ports need to remain open to keep supply chains open and to allow maritime trade to continue during the COVID-19 pandemic but best practice measures will help protect staff and ensure operational continuity.
