World News – Page 104
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NewsCoronavirus prompts US ports to seek US$6.5bn
A group representing major US ports is seeking US$6.5bn to help stem the fallout from coronavirus (COVID-19).
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NewsPort closures an “extreme” measure
A new UK bill that could see individual ports temporarily close due to the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) should only be used in extreme circumstances, a port body has said.
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NewsTimely Terminal Boost for Wilson, Sons
Major Brazilian shipping group, Wilson, Sons has received a boost as shipping lines are bringing additional cargo to the company’s two terminals, as Rob Ward confirms.
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NewsTechnology partnerships for Israeli port
Artificial intelligence (AI) and cyber defence systems are among technologies that will be incorporated into an Israeli port’s activities following a first of its kind tender process with start-up companies.
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NewsChina lowers service charges at ports
China will lower the service charges of ports to optimise the business environment and encourage logistics firms to resume operations, as coronavirus begins to loosen its hold on the country.
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NewsCoronavirus hits California ports
Two Californian ports have reported continued disruption to the supply chain as coronavirus (COVID-19) takes its toll on port and shipping operations.
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NewsLand reclamation facilitates mega ships
Taiwan’s largest-ever port land reclamation project has been completed as part of project to build a new large container transshipment terminal to accommodate mega ships.
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NewsCan India’s east coast corridor project succeed?
Gordon Feller asks whether the much talked about, but not yet fully developed, desire to introduce coastal corridors along India’s substantial coastline might hold water.
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NewsAbu Dhabi Ports advances in automation
Abu Dhabi Ports has announced a vessel automation project that will help increase operational efficiency and safety while furthering its digitalisation and smart port goals.
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NewsCoronavirus could delay port project
Coronavirus (COVID-19) could delay major projects in Singapore, which include a new port, the country’s transport minister has warned.
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NewsPushing Port Development in Indonesia
A World Bank project in Indonesia is seeking to reduce costs and improve supply-chain reliability – but are ports the chokepoint in the system, asks Gordon Feller.
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NewsAutomation project targets capacity increase
Container terminal automation work at a New Zealand port will be complete within six months.
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NewsUK port joins data-sharing partnership
The first UK port has joined a data-sharing ports partnership that aims to improve efficiency and reduce the costs of trade, as well as carbon emissions.
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NewsRequest for more UK Coronavirus support
The British ports industry is requesting further support for port health authorities to enable them to be fully prepared for any emergency controls that need to be implemented as a result of the Coronavirus.
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NewsJV to develop New Zealand port
A new joint venture in development will aim to bring the Ruakura Inland Port to fruition within two years.
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NewsCanadian ports disrupted by rail blockades
Canadian ports are experiencing significant disruption as a result of rail blockades established in opposition to a natural gas pipeline project.
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NewsTransport investment to benefit Australian ports
Infrastructure Australia’s 2020 Infrastructure Priority List looks promising for port transport projects.
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NewsCalifornia ports collaborate for efficiency
Two California ports will collaborate to identify and address operational issues to improve efficiency and lower costs for shippers while improving sustainability, business continuity and security.
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NewsMaritime decarbonisation efforts shared
Decarbonisation measures being implemented by the European maritime sector have been shown to EU and national policymakers who visited a Belgian port as part of European Shipping Week activities.
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NewsNew port development in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Ports Authority will carry out a 15-month feasibility study for a new port development to help it meet its goal of container handing capacity of around 35m teus.
