World – Page 84
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NewsBetter accessibility for Rotterdam
The Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment is expanding the Maasgeul to prevent waiting times for ships entering the Port of Rotterdam improving efficiency.
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NewsHamburg banks on liquefied gas
Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) and The Linde Group have joined together to advance the use of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the port of Hamburg.
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NewsNew sea garbage disposal regs for Oz
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has introduced new regulations which prohibit the discharge of garbage into the sea from ships - except in very limited circumstances.
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NewsFirst sustainability report for Antwerp
The Port of Antwerp has released its first sustainability report – part of its “Total Plan for a More Competitive Port”, first launched in 2010 in response to the global financial crisis.
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NewsHybrid conversion for LA harbour craft
The Port of Los Angeles has received approval from the US Coastguard to install a new hybrid propulsion system on its 42 year old harbour vessel – which will reduce emissions and fuel usage by 95%.
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NewsVirginia’s idle incentive
Virginia’s Green Operator (GO) programme has been extended to include incentives for vessels participating in its fuel switch or alternative power schemes at its terminals.
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NewsGas powered ferries look to the future
A new, LNG powered ferry has started services in Western Norway – and the both the builders and designers believe that these ferries are “the future”.
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NewsCleaner shipping for Maersk and Broström
The world''s largest container carrier, Maersk Line, and Broström, part of Maersk Tankers, have joined the Port of Gothenburg campaign for cleaner shipping.
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NewsShipping refutes “delaying tactics” allegation
The UK Chamber of Shipping has rebuffed the idea that the shipping industry is trying employ “delaying tactics” around the introduction of further emissions regulation.
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NewsProposal to reduce water pollution risks
Improvements in water quality in the EU could be at risk from new forms of chemical pollution. The Commission is proposing to add 15 chemicals to the list of 33 pollutants that are monitored and controlled in EU surface waters.
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NewsWilhelmsen Ships Service addresses Chinese regulations
Wilhelmsen Ships Service (WSS) has announced the introduction of agency services covering Ship Pollution Response Organization (SPRO) regulations for vessels calling at Chinese ports.
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NewsLA drafts environmental impact report
The Port of Los Angeles has prepared a Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the USS Iowa Relocation Project. The USS Iowa is the last surviving World War II-battleship, decommissioned by the U.S. Navy in 1990.
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NewsEPA approves billion dollar harbour project
Western Australia''s Environment Protection Authority has given approval for BHP Billiton’s outer harbour plan at Port Hedland - with only minor conditions.
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NewsEU consultation on ship emissions
On 19 January the European Commission launched an on-line public consultation on possible measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from ships. All interested stakeholders can send their contributions until 12 April 2012.
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NewsMojo Maritime wins tidal energy awards
For the second year running, British offshore renewable energy specialist, Mojo Maritime, has won the Tidal Energy Engineering Company of the Year award at the annual International Tide Energy Summit.
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NewsItaly risks environmental disaster if liner leaks
Since capsizing, the Costa Concordia has been shifting dangerously. Italy''s environment minister has raised the prospect of an environmental disaster if the 2,300 tonnes of fuel on the half-submerged cruise ship leaks.
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NewsAbu Dhabi CEDA-IADC dredging training
Environmental Aspects of Dredging, jointly developed and presented by the Central Dredging Association (CEDA) and the International Association of Dredging Companies (IADC), has taken place in Abu Dhabi.
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NewsElectric vehicles at Harwich Port
On 17th January, the Mayor of Harwich officially ‘plugged-in’ a new electric vehicle charging point at the UK''s Harwich International Port - the first port to be included in the Source East Electric Vehicle Recharging Network.
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NewsOfficials seek bids for Port of Diélette dredging
Communauté de Communes des Pieux has announced tender for dredging works at the Port of Diélette.
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Where the world of shipping meets India
India - The seventh India Shipping Summit brought together, from 10 till 12 October 2011, international maritime leaders and the top Indian shipping executives in a highly successful two day event in Mumbai, India.
