All Port Strategy articles in Web Issue – Page 538
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NewsKalmar looks at the future of ASCs
First, we did away with diesel engines on stacking cranes and welcomed electrification. Next, stacking cranes face a strict diet to reduce weight, more aerodynamic designs, and the introduction of solar cells – or so Kalmar would have us believe..
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Georgia and Virginia file co-operation agreement
The port authorities of Georgia and Virginia have filed for permission to create the ‘East Coast Gateway Terminal Agreement’.
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NewsWorking together to reduce emissions
Global engineering group Cavotec and the Port of Los Angeles (POLA) continue to cement their alternative marine power partnership with the unveiling of a new shore-side power connection for an iconic world war two battleship.
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NewsTensions at boiling point at Spanish ports
Spain’s government are set to be at loggerheads with the port unions which have called nine days of strikes which are set to restrict trade flow.
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NewsPEMA calls for “more cross-industry dialogue”
Members of the Port Equipment Manufacturers Association (PEMA) are calling for cross-industry dialogue to address supply chain challenges such as container vessel size and shipping alliances.
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NewsA greener more competitive edge
APM Terminals is investing USD$200m in new efficiency technology at its US Port Elizabeth terminal to allow for it to receive ultra large container ships.
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NewsEU support for LNG terminals
European Union Member States have agreed on the Commission’s proposal to invest €444m in energy infrastructure projects, including the strategic move to create new LNG terminals across Europe.
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NewsPEMA calls for “more cross-industry dialogue”
Members of the Port Equipment Manufacturers Association (PEMA) are calling for cross-industry dialogue to address supply chain challenges such as container vessel size and shipping alliances.
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Philippines committed to Davao upgrade
The Philippines Port Authority remains committed to modernising the port of Davao and a future privatisation has not been ruled out, but plans to spend some P19bn as part of a public-private partnership have definitely been shelved.
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Tauranga on track for one million containers
The Port of Tauranga has announced that it is on track to become the first port in New Zealand to transport more than 1m teu across its wharves in a single year.
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NewsTilbury begins community consultation
The Port of Tilbury will begin its pre-planning community consultation at the beginning of March to seek local views on its proposal to build a new port terminal adjacent to the current port.
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NewsAPMT makes Elizabeth 'big ship' ready
APM Terminals has significantly increased its US$70m investment plans for the APMT Port Elizabeth Facility.
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NewsBalancing business with the environment
The Port of London Authority (PLA) unveiled its vision to increase freight and passenger transport on the Thames while making the river cleaner at its recent environmental conference.
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DP World wins Djibouti dispute
A London-based arbitration panel has found in favour of DP World in a long-running dispute with the government of Djibouti over a port concession awarded to the company in 2014, the Dubai Government has said.
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NewsPorts of Auckland reports progress
Ports of Auckland continues to make a significant economic and social contribution to Auckland and New Zealand, despite the ongoing difficult international shipping and trading environment, said chief executive Tony Gibson.
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NewsEnerpac Jack-Up cuts time for heightening project
Jack-up technology from heavy lifting systems specialist Enerpac has been used to cut the time needed for port container crane heightening at Mitsui Engineering and Shipbuilding (MES) in Japan.
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Konecranes wins order for boxhunter RTGs
Konecranes has signed an agreement with Terport S.A. in Paraguay, South America, for the delivery of two boxhunter RTGs in early 2018.
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NewsGuadeloupe Port Caraibes orders STS crane
Paceco España has signed a contract with Guadeloupe Port Caraibes to supply one post-panamax portainer ship-to-shore (STS) crane to the Port of Jarry.
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NewsILA members call for US port shut down
Members of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA), from Maine to Texas in the US are calling for a shut down of ports along the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts, as well as a march on Washington to protest job losses and the subsequent effects on the American economy.
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NewsDPW in final three for Townsville bid
DP World Australia has been named one of three proponents to progress on to the next stage of the Port of Townsville’s Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Berth 4 upgrade development.
