World News – Page 133
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NewsManila called to account for cargo delays
The Port of Manila has been called to account for slow movement and long delays in releasing cargo which is apparently causing the economy billions of lost pesos each day.
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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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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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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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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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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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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.
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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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NewsConfidence rising in Pakistan terminals
Budding relations with China coupled with initiatives for infrastructure improvements are boosting Karachi’s prospects. Michael Mackay reports.
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NewsSolution to Buenos Aires concerns?
Following a referral to Argentina’s competition authority, Comisión Nacional de Defensa de la Competencia (CNDC), for “conduct and restrictive acts of competition in the Port of Buenos Aires”, where Maersk, Hamburg Süd and APM Terminals effectively dominate container trade, local online press resource iProfesional has reported that Maersk has put ...
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NewsManaus terminal operators in legal dispute
The four-year legal dispute between Super Terminais and Porto Chibatão in Manaus in Brazil shows no sign of being resolved.
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NewsIran’s PMO to launch 23 projects
Iran’s Ports & Maritime Organization (PMO) will inaugurate 23 development projects in the country’s ports during the Government Week (23–29 August), Islamic Republic News Agency has reported.
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NewsChina tariffs impact development
The Port of Virginia has said the US Government’s proposed tariff on Chinese-made gantry cranes could increase costs for a planned terminal expansion.
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NewsHamburg delight at deepening project decision
A controversial project to deepen the River Elbe to improve large vessel access at the Port of Hamburg can now begin following completion and approval of the third supplementary planning procedure.
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NewsGothenburg container volumes recover
Container volumes at the Port of Gothenburg have recovered following a drop of 19% in 2017.
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NewsIquique lacks adequate infrastructure
A report set up in October 2017 by the World Bank to look into the performance of free zones in Chile has found that Iquique has faced problems because of outdated infrastructure.
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NewsOperators squabble at Buenos Aires
The Argentinian government’s decision to unify the Port of Buenos Aires’ five box terminals under the single operator in 2019 has caused skirmishes to break out between some of the existing operators.
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NewsRestrictive practices fined in Vigo
In Spain, the Comisión Nacional de los Mercados y la Competencia (CNMC), or the National Commission on Markets and Competition, has fined five stevedoring companies and five port unions for illegal agreements that have restricted competition in the Port of Vigo. These have kept prices artificially high and undermined the ...
