Asia – Page 7
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Asia ports perfect chemical spill response
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore and the Marine Department of Malaysia have conducted a joint chemical spill exercise to test the Joint Emergency Response Plan or chemical spill incidents in the Johor Strait.
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Taiwan takes a four-strand green approach to pollution
Taiwan International Ports Corp (TIPC) is carrying out a four-strand approach to reducing environmental pollution and impact to boost competitiveness as part of its ‘Taiwan Greening the Ports Action Plan.’
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ExxonMobil Mass Flow Metering could cut bunkering times in Singapore
Following the recent mandate from The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) ExxonMobil is launching a Mass Flow Metering System (MFMS) for marine gas oil in Singapore which should help reduce bunkering times.
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MPA focuses on green technology and innovation to stay ahead of the curve
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) is focusing on digitalisation and renewables project in order to keep ahead of the competition.
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Asia switches its focus to green initiatives
Green initiatives at Asian ports are on the rise as the region looks to curb shipping-related pollution, writes Sam Whelan.
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Kwai Tsing pollution proposal
A new proposal to build ‘housing units’ on top of terminal buildings at the Kwai Tsing Container Terminals could combat noise and light pollution.
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Torqeedo powering electric workboat fleet in China
The City of Suzhou in eastern China has deployed a fleet of electric workboats powered by Torqeedo motors as part of a programme to clean up its canals and waterways.
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Asian ports face US$49bn in climate change costs
Protecting Asia-Pacific ports against climate change could cost up to US$49 billion, according to new research commissioned by HSBC from sustainability analysts Asia Research and Engagement (ARE).
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Boskalis awarded Tuas reclamation works
Royal Boskalis Westminster has been awarded a dredging and civil engineering contract with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA).
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Singapore’s plan for a more efficient maritime hub
Singapore has unveiled its plans to develop the country’s next-generation port and strengthen its international maritime centre by capitalising on emerging technologies to optimise operations.
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Solar power deal for PSA Singapore
Sunseap Group will construct and install an eco-friendly solar photovoltaic system at PSA’s Singapore terminals to reduce its carbon footprint.
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PSA invests in its future people
PSA Corporation Limited is investing in a new laboratory to facilitate skills-based learning in the industry and foster new talent for its operations.
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Electric crane reels driving efficiency
New cable reel technology that provides electrical power for high reach ship-to-shore (STS) container cranes is boosting green efficiency.
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China cuts emissions with automation
Shanghai Yangshan Port’s new fully automated terminal aims to cut energy consumption by 70% while cutting emissions to zero.
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Taiwanese ports on air pollution alert
Taiwanese port authorities have been instructed to limit pollution as much as possible following severe air pollution in Taiwan.
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Electric RTGs reducing Colombo emissions
A USD$10m project to convert cranes from diesel to electric-powered has reduced emissions at Sri Lanka’s Port of Colombo.
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Asian terminal opts for Konecranes for efficiency
Konecranes will deliver an Automated RTG (ARTG) system to a new customer in Asia to help improve efficiency.
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ICTSI looks after its employees housing
Employees of Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) are being looked after with the opportunity to win a house.
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Jurong pursues alternative energy research
Jurong Port has inked an agreement with academia to jointly research and develop alternative energy applications.
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MPA and Shell partner to research clean fuel
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and Shell are to partner up to advance clean fuel technologies.