World – Page 85
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NewsIndian power plays to bulk ports
The pull of Indian power is having an impact on the subcontinent’s port operations. Stevie Knight looks at the issues around both solid and cooled liquid energy sources
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NewsHong Kong encourages vessels to switch to cleaner fuel
As from 26 September 2012, ocean going vessels will benefit from a 50% reduction in port facilities and light dues if they switch to use low sulphur fuel while berthing in Hong Kong waters.
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NewsEnvironment ministry to inspect Mundra port
The environment ministry has appointed an expert committee to inspect Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd at Mundra in Gujarat after reports of environmental violations.
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NewsGreenPort Congress to take place in Marseille
Next week, GreenPort Congress will take place from 3 to 5 October at the World Trade Centre, Marseille in France, and is set to be packed with the latest policies and issues affecting the maritime industry.
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NewsArctic 'gold rush' needs caution
Some are likening the push into the Arctic as the “new gold rush” said maritime economist Ernst G Frankel of MIT at the recent 2012 Onassis Lectures at the Cass Business School – but it needs to be a careful balancing act.
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NewsDFDS connects vessels to Gothenburg’s OPS
Swedish shipping company, DFDS Seaways, is set to get connected to onshore power supply (OPS) at three European ports, in a bid for a better working environment, both on board and ashore, and significant environmental gains.
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MPA works hard to clean oil spill
The Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) has been working hard to contain and clean up the oil spill following the collisions between Hong Kong registered bulk carrier, ‘Sunny Horizon’ and Korean registered Liquefied Petroleum Gas carrier, ‘Dl Salvia’ on 9 September 2012 near Singapore.
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NewsEU adopts sulphur directive compromise
The EU has offcially adopted a compromise regarding the sulphur content in marine fuels during its September plenary session, which allows states to assist the maritime sector.
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NewsCarnegie reaches Cleantech final
Australian wave energy developer, Carnegie Wave Energy Limited, has reached the Top 30 semi-finals of the Global Cleantech Cluster Association’s (GCCA) ‘2012 Later Stage Award’.
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NewsDanger recedes for hazardous cargo fire
After a six hour battle, the fire on the 54,405 tonne MV Amsterdam Bridge which was carrying hazardous cargo has been contained although not extinguished, and the risk of an environmental disaster is diminishing.
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NewsCSL's newbuilds eliminate pollution
Canadian ship owner, CSL, has removed oil from the stern tube and equipped nine of its new builds with Thordon seawater lubricated propeller shaft bearings in a bid to comply with the ongoing strict IMO regulations to reduce air pollution.
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NewsTPA appoints new interim port director
The Tampa Port Authority (TPA) recently selected Charles Klug as its new temporary port director and the head of port authority until a permanent director is appointed.
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NewsGPA environmental stewardship efforts
Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) is continuing to do its bit when it comes to environmental stewardship – a special type of fish friendly concrete installed at the Port of Savannah is encouraging growth of plants and animals at the Garden City Terminal.
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NewsAn answer for South African water issues
Most of South African river systems are turbid – containing high concentrations of suspended silts and clays – exacerbated by a number of knotty management issues.
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NewsWind turbine foundations built at Zeebrugge
Belgian marine civils and dredging expert, the Jan De Nul Group, has finished construction of the majority of its 16 concrete turbine foundations in the Port of Zeebrugge for Swedish power giant, Eon .
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NewsSix new vessels for Fednav
Canadian bulk carrier, Fednav Limited, has invested in six new environmentally advanced vessels to add to its fleet.
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NewsHybrid tug power for Svitzer Australia
Wärtsilä has been contracted to supply the power system for four new diesel-electric powered tugs being built for Svitzer Australia at the ASL shipyard in Singapore, scheduled to be in operation by early 2014.
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NewsEU policies make a difference
Stricter EU rules are making a positive change according to a study which shows a decrease in ships’ sulphur emissions when at berth or anchored in ports.
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NewsCSL continues to improve green footprint
CSL Group, Canadian provider of cargo, handling and delivery services, has released its 2011 Environmental Report, detailing efforts to improve its green footprint.
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NewsEIS for Oz port development
Governmental guidelines for the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to be undertaken on the proposed deep sea port facility at Port Bonython, South Australia, have been issued, helping to move the project forward.
