Latest News – Page 325
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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.
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NewsPort of Oslo to host MS Kongen port tour
Delegates at this year’s GreenPort Congress will have the opportunity to take part in the Port Tour, hosted by the Port of Oslo on day three of GreenPort Congress 2019.
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NewsPolicy focus at GreenPort Cruise & Congress
The final programme for GreenPort Cruise & Congress 2019 is available online now! The conference will take place at the Felix Conference Centre, Oslo, Norway, from 16-18 October.
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NewsWhat's in the box? Not necessarily what you think
Thousands of containers moving around the globe are declared harmless when they actually hold dangerous cargoes. Felicity Landon looks at the implications
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NewsChina, IT and regulations remain focus of US west coast ports
West Coast pressures are making themselves felt across the port industry, at a time when US Congress treats maritime regulations like a Christmas tree, writes Martin Rushmere
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NewsInfrastructure investment ongoing in Black Sea
There are many container ports in the Black Sea region and while few attract larger vessels, infrastructure investment is continuing to compete for volumes, writes Alex Hughes
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NewsUS Port gives US$1.3m for community projects
A US port has awarded more than US$1.3m through its community grants programme for 16 proposed projects to improve air quality and energy efficiency at facilities used by the public.
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NewsRussian port cuts pollution
A Russian port operator aims to improve sustainability and reduce pollution by upgrading its environmental protection equipment and modernising environmental facilities.
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NewsNew container port favoured for Perth
A shortlist of five port and supply chain options to manage Perth''s long-term freight requirements has been released with all options proposing a new container port.
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NewsConstanta now targeting hinterland demand
When the Romanian Port of Constanta began to develop its container handling facilities, it had its eye on securing transshipment traffic, writes Alex Hughes
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NewsBollards stressed beyond capacity
Iain MacIntyre outlines how bollard capacities around the world are being stressed by rapidly-increasing newbuild ship sizes and considers the view from insurers
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NewsCalifornia community cleans up
A California coastal community is preparing to clean up its coastline as part of a traditional environmental initiative.
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NewsShip unloader protects environment
An Israeli port is taking measures to reduce its environmental impact with a new enclosed high capacity ship unloader that prevents dust and spillage.
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NewsCAD$37m to overhaul transport logistics
A Canadian port is set to benefit from CAD$37m funding to increase transport efficiency, capacity, and security by reducing waiting times and bottlenecks for container movement.
