All Port Strategy articles in Web Issue – Page 342
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NewsZeebrugge LNG services agreement signed
A long-term LNG Services Agreement has been signed for the Zeebrugge LNG terminal at the Port of Zeebrugge.
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Press ReleasesTaylor’s New Focus on International Markets
Taylor is proud to announce a new focus on the International markets for heavy industrial lift equipment. On September 1, 2019, Taylor International and Taylor International de Mexico will now be a direct company under The Taylor Group of Companies.
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NewsHambantota damage limitation
COMMENT: China is getting touchy that its signature Belt and Road Initiative, via which it is expanding its global footprint in the maritime ports sector, is being increasingly criticised for having a strong geo-political dimension to it.
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NewsCongress host port shares its eco ambitions
Ingvar Mathisen, Port Director and CEO speaks about the Port of Oslo’s ambitions to become the world’s most effective and environmentally-friendly city port.
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NewsPorts need to be part of ‘Green Deal’
Talk of a ‘Green Deal’ in the European Parliament has prompted a call to recognise the role that ports can play in policymaking.
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NewsPlastic pellet pollution challenge launched
A European port has launched a challenge to find the ideal solution for plastic pellet pollution.
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NewsPorts need to be part of ‘Green Deal’
Talk of a ‘Green Deal’ in the European Parliament has prompted a call to recognise the role that ports can play in policymaking.
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NewsSri Lanka begins major development project
The Sri Lankan government has begun a major development project to further modernise its ports across the country in order to transform Sri Lanka into a maritime hub in the region.
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NewsFirst bunker supply for Gibraltar
The first ever LNG bunker supply within British Gibraltar Territorial Waters (BGTW) has taken place.
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NewsPort operator is “cautiously optimistic”
A major global port operator has said it plans to continue building its global terminal network and search for opportunities to acquire overseas terminals as it published its financial results for the six months ended 30 June 2019.
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NewsPensions: The importance of being reliable for port industry
A good company pension can make a difference in the quality of employee an employer might be able to attract, but the key is reliability, writes Alex Hughes
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NewsTug designs match innovation with power
Ship sizes are increasing, and this means innovative tug-handling capabilities are needed at ports. Dave MacIntyre investigates current tug options and possible future trends.
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NewsTaking the measure of dust emissions
Measuring dust is one thing, identifying how much of it is your responsibility is quite another. Felicity Landon reports
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NewsDialogue and collaboration – the key to short sea success
Short sea shipping has a lot to be optimistic about - provided it can stay competitive by maintaining an air of communication and collaboration.
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NewsDP World makes eco-efficient order
DP World has made an eco-efficient equipment order to help it lower emissions at a terminal in India.
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NewsPorts sector sceptical of GB£10m funding
The UK government has launched a GB£10m grants scheme to help ports adapt for Brexit, however port trade associations say more funding won’t make up for a no-deal with limited time left to prepare.
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NewsPort operator not hindered by policy hold up
An Indian port operator is supportive of the delayed Major Ports Authorities Bill for its promise of more autonomy to improve operational efficiency.
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Press ReleasesSubsequent order for ShibataFenderTeam for Phase II of Aqaba Container Terminal, Jordan
The Aqaba Container Terminal (ACT) is the only container port in Jordan and the primary trade gateway for the Jordanian market, bordering five countries and three continents.
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NewsPorts are targeting higher standards for health and safety
John Bensalhia investigates the implications, benefits and challenges connected with the ISO 45001 health and safety standard for ports and understands why ports regard the process as a beneficial one
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NewsNew era of financing in the maritime sector
COMMENT: While the media steers us towards the soap opera of turmoil in governing and geopolitics, in the UK at least, some positive initiatives are flowing into the marine space, writes Charles Haine
