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NewsNew PAS terminal promises more capacity
A new multipurpose terminal in Sihanoukville Autonomous Port (PAS) will increase vessel capacity and reduce shipping costs.
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NewsLong Beach rail project approved
A rail project at the Port of Long Beach to enable faster cargo transportation with reduced emissions has been approved.
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NewsGermany seeks to create LNG import terminal
A tri-party partnership is establishing a joint venture to build, own and operate an LNG import terminal in northern Germany.
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NewsEstablishing a benchmark to reduce emissions
Many of the world’s 3,000 plus port cities have poor air quality. Whilst much of that may be down to industrial activities in the area, including rail and air transport, ship and terminal activities can also be significant contributors to poor air quality, writes Wayne Blumenthal, commercial & strategic manager, ...
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NewsA clear business case for sustainability
DP World is known for being a front runner in the industry with its commitment to sustainability Kathryn Beaven, DP World’s Director of Global Sustainability talks to Anne-Marie Causer about the latest projects the operator is spearheading to grow a stronger business and minimise its impact to the environment.
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NewsThe rise of minimal emissions machinery
A combination of increasing capability and evolving environmental legislation has fuelled the demand for efficient, minimal emissions machinery and has driven Sennebogen on to make strides with its E-series technology, writes Rebecca Jeffrey.
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NewsSeattle drivers contest truck engine rule
A rule that trucks using Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA) terminals should have a 2007 engine by 1 April could see driver shortages and a lawsuit.
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NewsGPA surpasses 4m teus at Savannah
The Port of Savannah handled over 4m teus in 2017 - an increase of 11% and its highest annual volume ever.
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NewsDuisburg roadtests Liebherr reachstackers
The Duisburg Intermodal Terminal (DIT) has been testing the Liebherr Reachstacker LRS 545 as part of its fleet for both its design and efficiency.
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NewsDPW partners fund to invest in India
DP World and India’s National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) have created a new platform to invest in ports, terminals, transportation and logistics businesses in the country.
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NewsElectrical acquisition for marine market growth
In a bid to grow its market share in the marine market global engineering solutions giant Danfoss has acquired Visedo to offer its customers electric solutions expertise.
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NewsBattery powered ferries delivered to Norway
Two battery powered ferries delivered to Norway just a week apart from each other indicates that demand for alternative powered vessels is continuing to increase.
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NewsTeesport MP pushes for free port status
The MP for the UK Parliament constituency of Redcar in the north of England, which contains Teesport, has pushed for the facility to be given free port status.
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NewsChannel restoration works at Bundaberg
Gladstone Ports Corporation (GPC) is undertaking shipping channel restoration works at the Port of Bundaberg following significant rainfall last year.
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NewsCromarty Firth decommissioning permit
Port of Cromarty Firth has boosted its environmental scope as the first port in Scotland licensed to undertake decommissioning projects.
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NewsAntwerp freight volume up for 5th year
2017 freight volume at Port of Antwerp was up 4.4% on 2016, setting a fifth consecutive growth record.
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India extends credit for Kankesanthurai harbour
India has extended a $45.27m credit line to make Kankesanthurai (KKS) Port in northern Sri Lanka a viable commercial port, India’s Export-Import (Exim) Bank said in a press statement.
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NewsSouth Carolina proposed terminal seeks funding
The South Carolina Ports Authority is seeking $5m from the South Carolina General Assembly for a future terminal in Jasper County, located in the south of the US state.
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NewsVR app for Auckland pilot training
Christchurch-based firm LWA Solutions has developed a virtual reality (VR) app to enable Ports of Auckland (PoAL) to safely train maritime pilots.
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Hauliers frustrated with Auckland queues
Frustration with mounting truck queues at Ports of Auckland (PoAL) has led to National Road Carriers chief executive David Aitken proposing that hauliers need to raise charges to cover lengthy delay costs.
