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Work smarter
It''s easy in this economic trough in which we find ourselves to be fooled into thinking that nips and tucks in your business structure will be enough to see you through the lean times. But if your "vision" is that narrow, you will be missing many tricks that could put ...
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NewsKeeping the skills
A key theme among ports is the desire to keep their skills and expertise wherever possible through the downturn, says John Bradshaw, business development manager at Rostima.
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Tech trials for hybrid tractors
Kalmar has been awarded a contract to supply three new hybrid terminal tractors for technology trials being carried out by the Port of Long Beach, CA, USA.
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NewsTracking performance in the tough times
Not so very long ago, tracking productivity was an essential tool in managing congested ports. So what is its relevance now, asks Felicity Landon
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NewsBottom up approach
One factor tells more than any other. "Preparation," Dave Herrod of ABP admits, "is always a problem." He adds: "Virtually all paint manufacturers specify that the steel should be shot blasted to a certain standard."
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NewsMobile pump out vessel for marinas
The only existing solutions for waste and bilge waters onboard are onshore pumping stations – a significant investment for marinas, which in turn creates traffic around the facilties and possible additional pollution through uncontrolled dumping and land-based mobile pumping systems which often have restricted access to marinas. In an effort ...
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NewsEco-friendly patrol launches for PLA
The Port of London Authority has taken delivery of the first of five new environmentally harbour patrol launches for operation on the River Thames
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NewsIncreasing efficiency in seaport environmental management
Risk analysis, environmental management systems and a Port Environmental Review these are some of the projects being undertaken by the EcoPorts Foundation
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NewsTime to end illegal international shipments of waste
Major international container seaports and inland ports are crucial hubs for the transportation of waste streams, much of which is illegal. B.H. Ruessink and G.J.R. Wolters1 present the facts and threats – and make a call for action
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Brazil to see "hidden island" boxes rise from the sea
A "Hidden Island" in Guanabara Bay, Rio de Janeiro, could be turned into Brazil''s newest container terminal, if a plan from the Rio de janeiro state govenment goes ahead.
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NewsShining up your kit
What about painting machinery? Quayside cranes, passenger walkways, link spans etc are all important and expensive to take out of service. ABP''s approach is to specify a high quality coating from new and, ideally, carry out maintenance repainting "before corrosion sets in and the steel would have to be stripped ...
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AIRSIS gains satellite data
AIRSIS has signed a global Automatic Identification Service (AIS) distribution agreement with ORBCOMM Incorporated to boost vessel tracking options.
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NewsCMA CGM: Ecologically Thinking
“Think Ecologic” is the key message of the environmental programme being introduced by Marseille-based shipping line CMA CGM for both its shipping and shore-based activities
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Gijón Port expansion progresses
A new dock''s outer perimeter and nearly 4,000 metres of sea wall have been completed at Gijó n Port.
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NewsCracking up?
It''s a pay off between maintenance and robustness when it comes to paint choice. Stevie Knight reports
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News“Saving the Seas”
The Australian Marine Environment Protection Association plays an important role in promoting environmental awareness and protecting the marine environment. Michael Julian, AUSMEPA’s Executive Director, explains the organisation’s objectives
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NewsFelixstowe South emerges from the sea
The first phase of reclamation work at the UK''s Felixstowe South development has been completed, with 750,000 cu m of unsuitable material removed and 1.7 cu m of sand placed on site by Westminster Dredging, part of the Royal Boskalis Group.
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Waiting times to fall at Algiers
By the beginning of next year, DP World has stated that waiting time for vessels at the port of Algiers will be reduced from three weeks to just four days.
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Buenaventura continues investment despite traffic fall
Although traffic at the Colombian port of Buenaventura fell by more than 5% during the first quarter, the planned investment programme for 2009 by port company Sprbun will continue. April has seen a significant rise in the number of bulk carriers visiting the port and it is hoped that this ...
