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NewsZero emissions Kalmar FastCharge solution
Kalmar has unveiled a new eco-friendly fast charging solution for electric powered shuttle and straddle carriers, the Kalmar FastCharge.
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NewsShipping industry signs up to pilot XVELA platform
US-based XVELA, creators of a cloud-based vessel stowage and collaboration platform for ocean carriers and terminal operators, has announced that a wave of new terminal operators and shipping lines have signed on for pilot programs to put the XVELA platform to the test.
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NewsUS government funds Virginia expansion
The US General Assembly has signed off on an unprecedented $350m state-backed bond deal giving the Port of Virginia the money it needs to expand capacity at Norfolk International Terminals, according to local reports.
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NewsPort of Vigo aims for zero waste
The Port of Vigo is edging closer to its zero waste target and setting its sights on becoming a landmark green port, writes Alice Mason, GreenPort News Reporter.
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NewsStrong financial results for DP World
DP World has announced strong financial results from its global portfolio for the year ending 31 December 2015.
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NewsLimassol port pilots on indefinite strike
Limassol port pilots have announced an indefinite strike starting on Monday April 21, 2016.
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Take the blinkers off
Too many variables in an industry powered by direct negotiation and awash with commercial sensitivities; they’re the main arguments defining why an independent online booking app would not work for ports.
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NewsSSI signs landmark declaration to halt wildlife trafficking
The Sustainable Shipping Initiative (SSI) – a coalition of companies from across the global shipping industry – has signed a declaration to tackle global wildlife trafficking routes.
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NewsTampa encouraged by funding increase
Port Tampa Bay commended the Florida Legislature for an increase in the minimum statuary amount for seaport funding through the Florida Seaport Transportation and Economic Development (FSTED) programme.
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NewsSCPA brings solar power to its terminals
The South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA) has announced for solar power to be implemented at the Wando Welch and Columbus Street terminals.
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NewsKalmar reduces fuel consumption and takes new RTG order
Kalmar hybrid shuttle carriers in operation at Virginia International Gateway (VIG) are reducing fuel consumption by as much as 40% over traditional diesel driveline shuttle carriers, according to new data.
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NewsTangier Med awarded EcoPort status in African first
The port of Tangier Med in Morocco has been awarded the certification ‘EcoPort’ by the European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO).
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NewsTOS system solution
Nectar Group has recently signed a ten-year agreement with Government of Sierra Leone to manage and run the bulk terminal located at Queen Elizabeth II Quay, Freetown.
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NewsEnd of the road for megaships?
Megaships are no longer delivering economies of scale benefits to ports, terminal operators and shipping lines, according to a study carried out by shipping consultancy, Drewry.
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NewsChevron’s Australian Gorgon project produces first LNG
US energy company Chevron Corporation has announced it has started producing liquefied natural gas (LNG) and condensate at the Gorgon project on Barrow Island off the northwest coast of Western Australia. The first LNG cargo is expected to be shipped next week.
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NewsPetronas floating LNG facility named
Petronas’ first floating LNG facility has been named at a ceremony with partners Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering Co. Ltd (DSME) and Technip.
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Ecuador promotes Manta-Manaus corridor
Ecuador''s Overseas Trade Minister, Diego Aulestia, recently travelled to the Brazilian state of Amazonas to consolidate a trade corridor linking the port of Manta with Brazil''s port of Manaus.
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NewsGulftainer registers strong performance in 2015
The world’s largest privately-owned and independent port operator Gulftainer recorded a strong performance in 2015, with an overall growth of 4% across its global portfolio.
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ICTSI earnings drop in 2015
International Container Terminal Services Inc, or ICTSI, posted significantly lower net income in 2015, due to non-cash and one-time charges.
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NewsKalmar to deliver 19 shuttles to new APM terminal
Kalmar has been awarded a contract by APM Terminals to deliver 19 hybrid shuttle carriers to the operator’s newest container terminal, under construction in Vado, Italy.
