World News – Page 130
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NewsAPM submits Poti design
APM Terminals Poti and Poti New Terminals Consortium have submitted conceptual designs for the first stage construction permit of the Poti Port expansion, which includes a new breakwater and extended quay wall.
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NewsUK tackles no-deal Brexit with test HGV route
The UK government has been preparing for a no-deal Brexit scenario by trialling a 20-mile lorry route to the Port of Dover in a bid to ease traffic congestion.
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News2019 about 'more than Brexit' for UK ports
2019 will see the British Ports Association (BPA) focus on issues including port sector-promotion, increased public transport investment, planning/consenting improvements and issues around people and safety, in addition to Brexit.
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‘Price war’ to blame for Australian handling hikes
The Container Transport Alliance Australia (CTAA) has blamed a “price war to win shipping line contracts” for hefty hikes in infrastructure charges imposed by Australian stevedoring companies.
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NewsInauguration ceremony of the first cold ironing installation in Eastern Mediterranean at the port of Killini
Eastern Mediterranean achieved reduced environmental footprint at the port of Killini, which on December 20th, 2018 held an inauguration event of the first pilot shore installation for the electrification of ships with an overwhelming ceremony that shed light to the endeavour that was accomplished by the EU co-funded Action ‘elemed’ ...
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NewsSouth America’s first CO2-neutral port
Contecon Guayaquil SA (CGSA) has become the first port in South America to obtain carbon-neutral certification following its efforts to implement sustainability initiatives and incorporate technologies that reduce its operational impact.
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Favourable outlook for many US ports
Logistics specialist Descartes sees a bright 2019 for most major US ports, although not all will escape the pressures of rising volumes on infrastructure constraints.
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Crane manufacturer rebukes US claims
Liebherr Container Cranes has refuted US claims that China is the only manufacturer of low-profile cranes - used at ports close to airports - and that super-post panamax cranes are only available to a limited degree outside of China.
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NewsSingapore welcomes Japan relationship
PSA Singapore has linked up with Japan’s Ocean Network Express (ONE) to form a joint venture at the port’s Pasir Panjang Terminal.
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Expiry date set for Buenos Aires terminals
In Argentina, Transport Minister Guillermo Dietrich has signed the necessary paperwork to bring the expiry of all container terminal concessions in the Port of Buenos Aires into alignment.
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Crisis deepens at Valparaíso
The president of Empresa Portuaria Valparaíso (EPV), Raul Celis, has resigned, citing "diagnostic differences" with Chile''s Ministry of Transport and Telecommunications regarding the ongoing strike at the port.
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Caldera invests with an eye on Argentina
In northern Chile, the privately owned and operated Puerto Caldera Terminal is to invest $23m in both new handling equipment and expanded facilities to cater to growth in export fruit traffic which rose from 30,000 tonnes last year to 50,000 tonnes in 2018.
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Strike finally ends at Setúbal
Workers at the Portuguese Port of Setúbal returned to work on December 15, drawing to a close a virtual paralysis of the port since November 5.
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NewsTime for a Middle East rethink
Despite their world-class reputation, the region’s ports may need to re-evaluate their offering. Stevie Knight reports
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NewsMixed outlook for South American volumes
Ports in the region are battling strikes, legal battles and fluctuating throughput. Alex Hughes reports
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NewsSecurity concerns prompt Haifa investigation
In a move that could have repercussions for China’s investment in overseas ports, Israel has launched a review into a Chinese deal to develop part of the port of Haifa, amid US security concerns.
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NewsGovernment shutdown hangs over US ports
The American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) has warned US member ports what to expect in the event of a government shutdown.
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NewsNew digital technology project that aims to work with North East ports
A NEW programme that aims to pilot smart digital initiatives to boost trade and foster economic growth in North East ports has been launched.
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NewsThe first shore-to-ship electrical supply connection in Eastern Mediterranean to kick-off at the port of Killini in Greece On Thursday 20th December 2018
The Ro-pax Fior Di Levante will plug into the first shore power facility in Eastern Mediterranean region at a special inauguration ceremony taking place at Killini port on Thursday 20th December 2018 at 10.30.
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NewsNZ port splashing $20m on improvements
New Zealand’s Port Nelson is set to invest about $20m in the next year to year and a half on re-developing the Main Wharf North berth and buying a new Damen harbour tug.
