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  • The ECC wants to see much greater improvement in port waste reception facilities
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    ECC wants better port waste facilities

    2012-10-11T15:43:00Z

    The European Cruise Council (ECC) has called for closer cooperation with ports when it comes to environmental issues – specifically with regards to better port waste reception facilities akin to high standards on-board cruise ships.

  • Ports of Auckland (POAL)
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    Union troubles continue at POAL

    2012-10-11T10:31:00Z

    Ports of Auckland (POAL) has announced it has signed an agreement with the PortPro union but it is still in bitter dispute with the Maritime Union of New Zealand (MUNZ) over its plan for a collective agreement for port workers.

  • The human element of tracking now has reduced worth
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    Tracking trials

    2012-10-11T10:00:00Z

    There is much fodder for this month’s viewpoint, with strikes hanging over the usually labour-stable US East coast and DP World’s departure from its Aden ambitions.

  • Houston expects 4% growth in container volumes through to 2016. Credit: Louis Vest
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    Epicentre of Gulf trade

    2012-10-11T10:00:00Z

    Characterised by steady growth, Houston remains the main anchor of the Gulf. Martin Rushmere reports

  • Hamburg is helping to spearhead the EU Port Integration Project Photo: Port of Hamburg
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    The single window challenge for ports

    2012-10-10T16:58:00Z

    The challenges of meeting the EU’s deadline for National Single Windows and the various ways in which ports currently organise ship reporting formalities has been analysed in a study carried out by partners in the EU Port Integration Project.

  • Gothenburg’s LNG plans allow for ship-to-ship bunkering and bunkering on the terminal
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    Rotterdam and Gothenburg form LNG alliance

    2012-10-10T14:19:00Z

    The ports of Rotterdam and Gothenburg have formed a strategic alliance to accelerate the use of LNG as a maritime fuel, which they view as an important opportunity for the maritime industry to comply with the new sulphur directive coming into force in 2015.

  • News

    Forget containers, look to oil & gas

    2012-10-10T10:00:00Z

    Breakbulk and liquids are likely to be the mainstay of future growth for US Gulf ports.

  • Victor Schoenmakers
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    ESPO launches its new Green Guide

    2012-10-09T17:39:00Z

    The Guide was launched during a dedicated session at the GreenPort Congress and all participants received a copy. ESPO Chairman Victor Schoenmakers said he was delighted to present ESPO’s new Guide: “I am confident that the ambitious goals of the Green Guide will encourage our members to further improve their ...

  • Victor Schoenmakers
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    ESPO launches its new Green Guide

    2012-10-09T17:39:00Z

    The Guide was launched during a dedicated session at the GreenPort Congress and all participants received a copy. ESPO Chairman Victor Schoenmakers said he was delighted to present ESPO’s new Guide: “I am confident that the ambitious goals of the Green Guide will encourage our members to further improve their ...

  • Port of Krems
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    Metrans takes over Krems trimodal terminal

    2012-10-09T17:11:00Z

    Transportation service company, Metrans, subsidiary of Hamburger Hafen und Logistik (HHLA), has taken over the trimodal container terminal in the Port of Krems, Austria, after acquiring Mierka Donauhafen Krems GmbH & Co KG.

  • Exhibitors talking to delegates
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    Networking opportunities abound during the refreshment breaks

    2012-10-09T16:57:00Z

    During the breaks and social events, all participants took every opportunity to meet acquaintances old and new from across the globe.

  • Exhibitors talking to delegates
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    Networking opportunities abound during the refreshment breaks

    2012-10-09T16:57:00Z

    During the breaks and social events, all participants took every opportunity to meet acquaintances old and new from across the globe.

  • Marseille Fos Exhibition stand
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    Marseille Fos exhibited at the 2012 Congress

    2012-10-09T16:51:00Z

    As Hosts, the Port Authority took every opportunity to promote the ongoing improvements being made to this busy port.

  • Marseille Fos Exhibition stand
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    Marseille Fos exhibited at the 2012 Congress

    2012-10-09T16:51:00Z

    As Hosts, the Port Authority took every opportunity to promote the ongoing improvements being made to this busy port.

  • Exhibitors at the 2012 GreenPort Congress
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    Exhibitors took every opportunity to discuss their products and services

    2012-10-09T16:35:00Z

    All exhibitors at the GreenPort Congress were kept busy during the networking coffee and lunch breaks.

  • Exhibitors at the 2012 GreenPort Congress
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    Exhibitors took every opportunity to discuss their products and services

    2012-10-09T16:35:00Z

    All exhibitors at the GreenPort Congress were kept busy during the networking coffee and lunch breaks.

  • Delegates at the 2012 GP Congress
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    Delegates and speakers came from far and wide

    2012-10-09T16:11:00Z

    The GreenPort Congress always attracts a truly international audience, and this year was no exception. All who came enjoyed the many networking opportunities and took the chance to share knowledge and to discuss the many issues facing ports and terminals today.

  • Delegates at the 2012 GP Congress
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    Delegates and speakers came from far and wide

    2012-10-09T16:11:00Z

    The GreenPort Congress always attracts a truly international audience, and this year was no exception. All who came enjoyed the many networking opportunities and took the chance to share knowledge and to discuss the many issues facing ports and terminals today.

  • 2012 Port Tour
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    The Tour of Marseille Port rounded off an excellent week

    2012-10-09T15:44:00Z

    The week ended as it began, with much discussion and networking. Starting in the Vieux Port, the heart of Marseille, delegates were shown the many faces of this busy Port.

  • 2012 Port Tour
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    The Tour of Marseille Port rounded off an excellent week

    2012-10-09T15:44:00Z

    The week ended as it began, with much discussion and networking. Starting in the Vieux Port, the heart of Marseille, delegates were shown the many faces of this busy Port.