All Port Strategy articles in Web Issue – Page 414
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NewsCargo consortium works to increase efficiency
MacGregor has joined a consortium of leading marine industry players which are collaborating in developing new levels of performance and environmental efficiency for the container sector.
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Press ReleasesSOMACOM chooses TGIBOX to access to a real time geolocalization of its CHE
Since the beginning of June, SOMACOM is operating TGIBOX with 4 Straddle Carriers on the container terminal of Reunion Island
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Press ReleasesKRIBI port chooses OSCAR Terminal Operating System !
To achieve its ambition to become an essential logistics platform in the Central African region, the autonomous port of KRIBI has chosen OSCAR Terminal Operating System to plan, execute and control all of its shore and maritime activities.
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NewsOakland diesel emissions down 81%
Diesel particulate emissions from Port of Oakland maritime operations are down 81% since 2005, moving the port closer to its target of 85% emissions reduction by 2020.
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NewsMore ports becoming 'LNG ready'
Developments in bunkering infrastructure are enabling more ports to call themselves ‘LNG ready’ allowing them to better cater for the increase in LNG fuelled ships.
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NewsFelixstowe stable but backlog remains
The Port of Felixstowe''s Trinity Quay remains congested with a backlog of cargo built up in August, following problems with the port''s terminal operating system (TOS).
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NewsThird privatisation phase for 10 Greek ports
Greek assets body the Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund plans to launch the third privatisation phase of 10 ports across Greece in autumn, with priority on four in Northern Greece, three in Attica as well as ports in Patra, Volos and Heraklio.
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NewsHalifax reveals mega capacity expansion plans
The Halifax Port Authority has revealed a plan to expand its South End container terminal to accommodate more mega ships and remain competitive as ships get bigger.
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NewsDredging project reaps green benefits
An Australian maritime engineering company has used its innovative dredging technology to help a New Zealand port significantly reduce the volume of dredging needed to upgrade its entrance channel.
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NewsHullWiper cleans up shipping in Australia
HullWiper’s eco-friendly hull cleaning service is now available at the Port of Townsville the first port in Australia to take advantage of the service.
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Trade war: an oxymoron?
COMMENT: The world is clearly confused as to whether we definitely/maybe have a trade war on our hands, writes Ben Hackett.
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NewsA safe haven without exception
How can - or should - ports be prepared for the arrival of migrants and refugees by sea? Felicity Landon reports.
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NewsNewcastle looks beyond bulk horizon
The world”s foremost coal export port is targeting business diversification initiatives, but its plans are being stymied, writes Iain MacIntyre.
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NewsSharing safety responsibilities
COMMENT: During the first week of June, a young contract worker was killed in a port in India. An inflated truck tyre exploded during handling operations and metal parts of the wheel assembly struck the 18-year-old victim with great force. The morning after the incident, I was on the first ...
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NewsTariff setting out, foreign investment in
With the Tariff Authority For Major Ports'' (TAMP) days numbered, terminals investors are rekindling their interest in India and getting ready to commit cash, finds Michael Mackay.
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NewsSpaced out on Brexit plans
With the growing expectance of a ‘no deal’ Brexit, ports now need to weigh preparations against commercial practicalities, explains Stevie Knight.
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NewsNew thinking on deep US digs
Some of the dredging problems plaguing US ports are being sorted out, but the issue of protectionism could hamper a turnaround, reports Martin Rushmere.
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NewsAnaklia doubts bubble up
COMMENT: Georgia’s Anaklia deep-water port project proposal has been around for a number of years, but is it any further forward in real terms and will it clear the hurdle of receiving the private sector funding it needs to progress? The signs are not promising.
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NewsSet on the right path
Legal expert Rachid Bouda explains why Ukraine is emerging as a "hidden gem" for international port investors.
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NewsNot-so-temporary shift to the Baltic
Political repercussions have been echoing around the Baltic long enough to result in real, structural changes to cargo flows and quays, explains Stevie Knight.
