Latest News – Page 319
-
NewsSmall ports take big steps for sustainability at GreenPort Congress 2019
During the closing session of GreenPort Congress 2019, small ports showcased the steps they have been taking to tackle emissions and build operational environmental awareness with limited resources.
-
NewsUnited front against wildlife trafficking
76 port and maritime supply chain representatives from 12 countries have agreed measures to address wildlife trafficking through a port in Kenya.
-
NewsCyber attack could cost APAC ports US$110bn
A new report estimates that losses of up to US$110bn would occur in an “extreme” cyber-attack scenario involving Asia-Pacific (APAC) ports.
-
NewsZero-emission tug planned for Japanese ports
A Japanese tug operator and shipping research consortium have developed a harbour tug featuring battery-electric and hydrogen fuel cell power, to be launched at Yokohama Port and Kawasaki Port in 2022.
-
NewsNigeria’s first deep sea port progresses
The development of Nigeria’s first deep sea port is moving forward following financial consultation on the delayed project.
-
NewsMajor investment in Brownsville terminal
A major investment in the company behind a planned LNG export terminal located at the Port of Brownsville in Texas, US, will help support future development of the project.
-
NewsClean trucks record for California ports
Over 100 trucks outfitted with the cleanest, ultra-low NOx engines are now operating in two California ports, marking an emissions milestone.
-
NewsClean trucks record for California ports
Over 100 trucks outfitted with the cleanest, ultra-low NOx engines are now operating in two California ports, marking an emissions milestone.
-
NewsSmart container project grows
A data analytics company has joined a smart container project to provide the technology to help answer questions on logistical efficiency, sustainability and the future of technology in the supply chain.
-
NewsSmart container project grows
A data analytics company has joined a smart container project to provide the technology to help answer questions on logistical efficiency, sustainability and the future of technology in the supply chain.
-
NewsCall for “new governance model” in Spain
A Spanish port has stressed that "a new governance model” that enables ports in Spain to be on the same economic playing field as other ports in Europe is a priority.
-
NewsTrailblazing ship-to-ship LNG project
Three parties have joined forces to establish the first ship-to-ship LNG bunkering service on the west coast of North America.
-
NewsSharing shore power goals
The Norwegian division of a major cruise company is increasingly committing itself to shore power as ports in Europe invest in the zero-emission technology.
-
NewsPOLAND’S EMERGING DOMINANCE
Poland has turned into the Baltic Sea’s main container hub, with volumes outstripping even Russia’s Baltic ports. And there are significant plans to consolidate this position, with every Polish port lining up ambitious expansion plans. Significant over investment – like that seen on the EU’s North Atlantic coastal stretch – ...
-
NewsPAVING THE WAY AHEAD FOR TERMINALS
Iain MacIntyre discovers how heavy-duty paving solutions for container terminals requires analysis of individual load types, weights and volumes versus capital and maintenance costs
-
NewsPneumatic Unloaders Respond to Greater Cargo Demands
Increasing demand for grain storage solutions and silos with larger storage capacities is translating into bigger demand for pneumatic unloaders.
-
NewsTaking up the challenge for greener inland shipping
From fuel choices to finance models, the challenges of ‘greening’ inland shipping are complex, delegates heard at the PLA’s London conference. Felicity Landon reports
-
NewsManufacturers struggle to automate lashing
Automation is changing the way terminals handle containers but automated box lashing has only been partially successful, writes Alex Hughes
-
NewsAustralian LNG terminal targets growth
An LNG import terminal in Australia could be modified to meet higher demand for natural gas during peak periods.
-
NewsVelocity at Valencia and best at Barcelona
West Mediterranean container ports are adding equipment and expanding terminal areas to continue to attract larger container ships, writes Alex Hughes.
