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NewsSri Lanka confirms new terminal deal
The Sri Lankan government has confirmed a new terminal development deal following its U-turn on a major project last month.
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China targets transport efficiency
China has unveiled plans to make its transport sector more efficient over the next 15 years offering better supply chain connectivity to 27 major coastal ports and 36 major inland ports.
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Adani Ports acquires 12th port
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. (APSEZ) has acquired a 12th port that it plans to develop as an alternative gateway to the government-owned Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT).
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OVER LAND OR SEA?
It could result in more earth being moved than both the Panama and the Suez canals combined - and it won’t pay for itself. Stevie Knight asks if the Thai Canal is still worth consideration?
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Penang FCZ to boost transhipment
Penang Port has established a free commercial zone (FCZ) to boost shipping and transhipment activities.
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Westports terminal expansion on track
Westports has reconfirmed its commitment to its planned container terminal expansion works following recent congestion, strong throughput and demand for container yard space.
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Sri Lanka scraps terminal development deal
Sri Lanka has decided to scrap a deal with India and Japan for the development of a port terminal in the country.
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PPP plans for India’s ports
The Indian Government is moving towards port privatisation with plans for seven public-private partnership (PPP) port projects during 2021-22.
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Digitalisation key for South Asian ports
Digitalisation, risk management and a focused approach to sustainable transition are key issues for South Asian ports, a new webinar has found.
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ICTSI completes berth expansion project
International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) has completed a berth expansion project at one of its major terminals that effectively raises annual capacity to over 3.3m TEUs.
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Sri Lanka terminal won’t be sold or leased
The East Container Terminal of the Colombo Port will not be sold or leased, Sri Lanka has confirmed.
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Fifth phase of Sri Lankan terminal begins
Construction has begun on the fifth phase of a container terminal at a Sri Lankan port.
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BANGLADESH PORT BOOM BEGINS
Bangladesh is cranking up its efforts to deliver major new port capacity – five key projects are now being actively progressed. Mike Mundy assesses progress to-date and what next.
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GREAT EXPECTATIONS
India is targeting a high capacity transshipment operation on Great Nicobar, the largest of the Nicobar Islands ruled by India, north of Sumatra. Michael Mackay examines the project.
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HK Alliance competition proposals approved
The Hong Kong Competition Commission has accepted proposed commitments by the Hong Kong Seaport Alliance to ensure fair competition.
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Guangxi Beibu Gulf Terminal bid
The subsidiary of a major port operator plans to acquire a stake of Guangxi Beibu Gulf Terminal in China.
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THE NEW SINGAPORE RISES
Tuas Port is being developed as the next generation container port in Singapore. Gordon Feller assesses what the project will include.
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€80m expansion plan for Indian port
An expansion plan at an Indian port will see its facilities upgraded to handle bigger ships and annual container capacity increased 1.35 to 1.6m TEUs.
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Singapore JV to improve container efficiency
A new joint venture in Singapore seeks to improve efficiency in container operations and explore operational technology developments and innovations.
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Consultation on HK Alliance proposals
A consultation has been launched on proposed commitments by the Hong Kong Seaport Alliance following an investigation into whether the Alliance has harmed competition in Hong Kong.
