Projects & Initiatives – Page 36
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News‘Green’ shipping lines awarded
A total of 20 shipping lines have been given ‘Green Flag’ and ‘Green Ship’ awards by the Port of Long Beach (POLB) for their participation in the port’s Green Ship Programme.
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NewsOOCL accredited for environmental data
Hong Kong’s container shipping and logistics service company, Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) has been accredited for its environmental data for 2012.
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NewsPOLA Energy Management action plan
The Port of Los Angeles (POLA) has developed an Energy Management Action Plan (E-MAP) to improve energy efficiency as demand for electricity increases at the container port.
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NewsYstad hosts shore power seminar
In a bid to highlight the benefits of ship to shore power systems as an alternative to ship’s auxiliary engines at berths, Sweden’s the Port of Ystad has co hosted a community and business outreach seminar.
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NewsFinal Approval for Wärtsilä’s Aquarius EC
Wärtsilä has received Final Approval from the International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) for its Aquarius EC ballast water management system (BWMS).
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NewsHudson tops global fleet efficiency
Global dry bulk supply chain management company, Hudson Shipping Lines Inc, has achieved an average carbon dioxide efficiency rating of ‘C’, using RightShip’s Existing Vessel Design Index (EVDIä) and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Rating.
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NewsNew EU Commission green strategy
The European Commission (EC) has adopted a new strategy for encouraging the use of green infrastructure to provide ecological, economic and social benefits.
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NewsCSCL vessels verified under Clean Shipping Index
China Shipping Container Lines’ (CSCL) vessels, ‘CSCL Jupiter’ and ‘CSCL Mars’ have been verified according to the Clean Shipping Index.
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NewsGreen Bavaria initiative
Dutch brewer, Bavaria NV, has signed a shared transportation agreement with two other leading consumer brands, Heinz and Mars, to cut CO2 emissions as part of its drive for greater sustainability.
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NewsFunding to improve Canadian air quality
Canada’s Harper government is launching a second round of funding under the CAN$27.2m Shore Power Technology for Port Programme in a bid to improve air quality in and around the country’s ports.
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NewsClassNK 2013 edition of class rules
Japan’s ClassNK has released the 2013 edition of the ‘Rules for Guidance for the Survey and Construction of Steel Ships’.
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NewsSeattle awards Princess Cruises
The Port of Seattle has awarded global cruise company, Princess Cruises, with a Gold Level Green Gateway award for the line’s environmental stewardship.
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News‘Cosco Pride' named most sustainable
According to the Environmental Ship Index (ESI), Cosco Container Lines’ container ship, ‘Cosco Pride’, was the most sustainable vessel to call at the Port of Rotterdam in 2012.
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NewsNew dust suppression ring sizes
US based dust suppression solutions provider, Dust Control Technology (DCT) has introduced four new sizes of its stainless steel dust suppression ring to provide bulk material handlers with a wider range of options.
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NewsSevern Trent De Nora BWTS approved
US based Severn Trent De Nora’s BALPURE ballast water treatment system (BWTS) has received the United States Coast Guard’s (USCG) Alternate Management System (AMS) approval.
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NewsSevern sewage system for Oz patrol boats
US based water disinfection system provider, Severn Trent De Nora’s Mariner Omnipure sewage treatment system has been selected for use onboard new patrol boats for the Australian Customs and Border Protection Service.
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NewsMoving towards pollution prevention and environmental excellence
Understanding and managing environmental risks, mitigating impact and measuring performance are taking greater prominence in the boardroom. With requirements for accountability increasing, there are a number of options for port operators, says Emma Goodchild, Manger at ENVIRON.
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NewsHPA receives energy excellence award
Canada’s Hamilton Port Authority (HPA) has received a ‘Energy Excellence Award’ from energy solutions company, Horizon Utilities, for its energy efficient warehouse.
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NewsGreen award for MSC
Global cruise company, MSC Cruises, has been awarded the prestigious ‘7 Golden Pearls’ award by classification society, Bureau Veritas (BV), for its latest flagship ‘MSC Preziosa''.
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NewsEU Commission takes initiative to support Blue Growth
Yesterday, the European Commission launched a proposal to improve the planning of maritime activities at sea and the management of coastal areas.
