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  • There are inherent risks with closed conveyor systems. Credit:  Igor Groshev, 123rf
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    Conveying more than bulk cargoes

    2018-10-01T14:57:00Z

    Fire incidents involving conveyors highlight the dangers of poorly maintained and closed systems, finds Iain MacIntyre.

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    FAL’s keeping ports in mind

    2018-10-01T14:57:00Z

    COMMENT: Much attention has been paid of late to developments at the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) and Maritime Safety Committee (MSC), two venerable rule-making organs of global shipping regulator the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

  • RSGT is looking out for international investments. Credit: RSGT
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    RSGT spreads its international wings

    2018-10-01T14:57:00Z

    COMMENT: Investment risk is inversely proportional to diversification. No surprises there, and therefore it isn’t surprising either that port operators, especially those that had an early start, have managed to get their portfolios to the scale they have, writes Gagan Seksaria.

  • The relationship between the port and an agent is described as “symbiotic”. Credit: Anupong Sakoolchai,123rf
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    Fostering multi-faceted agency relationships

    2018-10-01T14:56:00Z

    Ship agents and ports have the same interest in ensuring efficient and effective ship operations. Felicity Landon reports.

  • The issue of ITTs is increasingly relevant for all ports with competing terminal operators and onward feeder or intermodal connections. Credit: Huskyherz/Pixabay/CC0
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    Tidying up inter-terminal connections

    2018-10-01T14:56:00Z

    COMMENT: A study on better co-operation between terminals in Hong Kong by Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Management College has rightfully received industry attention of late, writes Peter de Langen.

  • SCPA has six 47-metre cranes on order with ZMPC. Credit: SCPA
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    US tariffs cause crane conundrum

    2018-10-01T14:55:00Z

    President Trump’s trade tariffs are proving to be a particular headache for US East Coast ports, finds Martin Rushmere

  • America's Joi Scientific and boat retail giant MarineMax plan to co-develop hydrogen power solutions for boats Photo: Joi Scientific
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    Creating hydrogen commercially from seawater

    2018-10-01T13:48:00Z

    An American hydrogen technology company is entering into a license agreement for the first commercial application of technology which turns seawater into hydrogen.

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    Saudi Navy stops attack on Jizan Port

    2018-10-01T12:29:00Z

    The Royal Saudi Navy Forces have destroyed two explosive-laden Houthi boats targeting Jizan Port, according to a Saudi Press Agency report.

  • The new hybrid straddle carriers should significantly reduce both fuel consumption and CO2 emissions Photo: Kalmar
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    Eco-efficient hybrid straddle carriers

    2018-10-01T11:48:00Z

    Kalmar will supply 12 hybrid straddle carriers to DP World Southampton to significantly reduce both the fuel consumption and CO2 emissions of its straddle carrier operations.

  • Port of San Diego
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    Cyberattack crashes San Diego systems

    2018-09-27T16:26:00Z

    A cybersecurity attack at the Port of San Diego has disrupted IT systems and resulted in limited functionality.

  • The new addition to Dublin Port’s fleet will play a vital role in meeting the operational needs of Ireland’s largest and busiest port Photo: Goodchild Marine Services
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    Green pilot boat for Dublin Port

    2018-09-27T15:40:00Z

    A UK boat builder has secured a contract with Dublin Port Company to construct a new 17m pilot boat part of the operator''s plan to clean up its operations.

  • Port of Hodeidah
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    Hodeidah fighting is choking port

    2018-09-27T15:34:00Z

    Intensification of fighting around Hodeidah in Yemen is choking the port which the aid operation and the commercial markets depend on, a UN relief chief has stated.

  • The first LNG bunkering facilities are being established at ports to meet the imminent arrival of LNG-powered vessels Photo: Port of Zeebrugge
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    IAPH finalises LNG bunker operations tool

    2018-09-27T15:30:00Z

    The IAPH has finalised an industry standard LNG Bunker Operations Audit tool which it says will benefit operators applying for licenses to operate LNG bunkering facilities in multiple locations.

  • Data sharing
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    OECD: Data sharing standards a must

    2018-09-26T15:32:00Z

    Public authorities should support the creation of open standards in maritime logistics to develop a data-sharing configuration that is useful to all players in the supply chain, the International Transport Forum (ITF) has said.

  • Port of Barcelona
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    Barcelona unaffected by cyber attack

    2018-09-25T17:06:00Z

    Operations at the Port of Barcelona have remained unaffected by a cyber attack last week.

  • Port of Shanghai
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    Blockchain to help China’s port clearance

    2018-09-25T16:25:00Z

    A new joint venture (JV) aims to utilise blockchain and super artificial intelligence to streamline digital supply chain services for the Asia-Pacific Model E-Port Network (APMEN), the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation''s online port clearance system, with operations due to begin soon in the ports of Shanghai and Guangdong.

  • Ecoslops Mini-P2R is a unit designed to process 4-8,000 tonnes of slops per year Photo: Ecoslops
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    Slops reclamation unit wins innovation award

    2018-09-25T11:35:00Z

    A containerised petroleum residue reclamation unit for ports has won an innovation award for its ability to sustainably recycle fossil fuels.

  • LOC’s research revealed that existing port infrastructure is largely insufficient Photo: LOC Group
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    Offshore wind hampered by port capability

    2018-09-25T11:19:00Z

    Analysis of 96 European ports as part of a Carbon Trust report reveals few are fully equipped to undertake quay-side operations necessary to support the floating offshore wind sector.

  • 'Prins der Nederlanden' will be powered by a 30% biofuel blend on the Borssele offshore windfarm project Photo: Boskalis
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    Boskalis to use biofuel on dredging project

    2018-09-25T10:09:00Z

    Royal Boskalis Westminster is working to reduce CO2 emissions by using sustainable biofuel on its latest renewable energy dredging project.

  • APM Terminals Quetzal Photo: APM Terminals
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    APMT loses patience in Guatemala

    2018-09-24T15:23:00Z

    APM Terminals (APMT) is to seek international arbitration in respect of its disagreement with the government of Guatemala over its terminal APM Terminals Quetzal, or Terminal de Contenedores Quetzal.