Container & Cargo Handling – Page 25
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NewsDP World subsidiary makes acquisition
A subsidiary of DP World has acquired a majority stake in a Singapore-based feeder and shortsea operator.
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NewsMAKING THE RIGHT LASH DECISION IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER
John Bensalhia investigates the decision-making and trends behind lashing systems for port cargo and considers the role for automation.
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NewsAre the 5G storm clouds circling the port industry?
There’s a storm brewing over 5G’s promise to link up anything and everything, writes Stevie Knight.
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NewsPort masterplans help to drive growth
A new white paper highlights how masterplanning can contribute to growth in coastal regions as well as help ports communicate their strategies and visions to stakeholders.
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NewsIncreasing risks in port investment
AJ Keyes reviews a new report that looks to identify and manage risks relating to container terminal investment.
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NewsPAVING THE WAY AHEAD FOR TERMINALS
Iain MacIntyre discovers how heavy-duty paving solutions for container terminals requires analysis of individual load types, weights and volumes versus capital and maintenance costs
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NewsPneumatic Unloaders Respond to Greater Cargo Demands
Increasing demand for grain storage solutions and silos with larger storage capacities is translating into bigger demand for pneumatic unloaders.
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NewsManufacturers struggle to automate lashing
Automation is changing the way terminals handle containers but automated box lashing has only been partially successful, writes Alex Hughes
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NewsEuropean ports funding plea
A European ports organisation has stated that ports have an important part to play in maritime sustainability development and called for more support from a key fund.
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NewsTHE ROUTE AHEAD - MULTI-TRAILER DEMAND CONTINUING
How are multi trailer tractors and trucks putting ports in the driving seat? John Bensalhia looks at some of the more notable developments in this sector
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NewsTricks of the trailers shows benefits of multiple box moves
John Bensalhia investigates how multi trailers and multi trailer systems can benefit ports in terms of cost, safety and efficiency
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NewsKNOCK-DOWN OR FULLY ERECT – A TERMINAL VIEW
There are two main methods of delivering quay and yard cranes, either fully-assembled or in knock-down form. Barry Cross investigates which option terminal operators prefer and why
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NewsMitigation steps needed against crane knockdowns
Dave MacIntyre investigates the impact and procedures when a crane is knocked down and considers common causes, plus the consequences that may follow.
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NewsAdriatic existing players strengthen their hand
Established container handling centres in the northern Adriatic – Koper, Trieste and Rijeka – are all busy adding new capacity while Venice also has an ambitious plan
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NewsAlternative dredging funding to the fore
Economically viable dredging projects that have languished from a lack of funds could now get a kick start, as Stevie Knight discovers.
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NewsAI explored by ports partnership
A ports partnership which aims to realise the vision of a smart, interconnected and digital port ecosystem aims to accelerate the smart adoption of AI in the port sector.
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NewsCall for more IMO engagement with ports
More dialogue with ports and more involvement from port-related stakeholders at IMO is necessary, maritime stakeholders have agreed.
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NewsTug designs match innovation with power
Ship sizes are increasing, and this means innovative tug-handling capabilities are needed at ports. Dave MacIntyre investigates current tug options and possible future trends.
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NewsDialogue and collaboration – the key to short sea success
Short sea shipping has a lot to be optimistic about - provided it can stay competitive by maintaining an air of communication and collaboration.
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NewsPorts are targeting higher standards for health and safety
John Bensalhia investigates the implications, benefits and challenges connected with the ISO 45001 health and safety standard for ports and understands why ports regard the process as a beneficial one
