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Asciano ‘dismantles’ ports division
Ports and rail operator Asciano Ltd is to dismantle its Patrick ports division.
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Varna closes because of cold
The recent cold spell in Europe forced the Bulgarian Black Sea port of Varna to close to sea traffic.
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NewsMelbourne defends unpopular licensing fee
The Port of Melbourne has defended itself against criticisms from wide-ranging sources of its Port Licensing Fee which is expected to be implemented later this year.
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NewsDon’t invest in Sihanoukville, investors told
Potential investors in Sihanoukville port, due to list on Cambodia’s bourse, have been warned off the idea by no less a figure than a former Cambodian Finance minister. Investors face risks because of weak financial and legal systems, Sam Rainsy said.
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NewsBromma ups the ante in spreader strategy
Global spreader specialist Bromma Conquip is upping the ante in spreader technology by focusing squarely on a holistic approach - tackling both efficient spreader production and operation at the same time.
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NewsBromma take a holistic approach to spreaders
Global spreader specialists Bromma are upping the anti in spreader technology by focusing squarely on a greener, more holistic approach.
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NewsThe commodities downpour
HFW''s Andrew Williams discusses the drivers behind port development and the need for investment in supporting infrastructure
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NewsStreamlining TWIC and the TSA
One recent news item in the “streamlining of government” category caught my attention: the Obama administration wants to consolidate a handful of business-facing agencies into the Department of Commerce.
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NewsEfficiency and reliability drive developments
Drives have definitely become more efficient over the years, claims Parker SSD Drives’ Andrew Parker-Bates.
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NewsHamburg banks on liquefied gas
Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) and The Linde Group have joined together to advance the use of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the port of Hamburg.
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NewsGreen cruise development in the North Sea Region
ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS POSE the biggest challenge for the cruise sector today. Cruise ports must ensure they have the required reception facilities and can equip themselves to support a shoreside supply of LNG.
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NewsICS review CO2 emission reduction progress
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has met in London to discuss progress being made at IMO on further measures to reduce CO2 emissions from international shipping, among other issues.
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NewsNew sea garbage disposal regs for Oz
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has introduced new regulations which prohibit the discharge of garbage into the sea from ships - except in very limited circumstances.
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NewsSokhna strike strife for DP World
Port workers at Egypt’s Sokhna’s Port began planned general strikes at the weekend, with the promise of strife for operator DP World.
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NewsStandardising green port strategy
The first standardised emissions programme for ports has been launched by marine carbon management consultancy firm, Carbon Positive.
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NewsBCT starts largest investment in its history
The Baltic Container Terminal (BCT) is just beginning its largest investment programme in its history to the tune of USD$51m – 35% of which will be coming from EU funds.
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NewsEFIP respond to EC inland port proposal
The European Federation of Inland Ports (EFIP) has responded to the European Commission proposal for the TEN-T and Connecting Europe Facility announced during the latter part of 2011.
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NewsThe European factor
Continental drive technology still retains an edge over budget competitors. Alex Hughes reports
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NewsPATCH ports target manufacturing
The Ports Adapting to Climate Change (PATCH) project is joining the Port of Newhaven at the UK’s Southern Manufacturing & Electronics Exhibition this week to promote new business ventures with manufacturers.
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Capturing Asian trade a priority
The Port of Prince Rupert’s proposed developments over the next 10 years will provide more capacity to support Canada’s growing trade in the Asia-Pacific region and create over 3,000 jobs in the process.
