Energy & Technology – Page 27

  • The RTGs for CCCCSEE are the first of many cranes to undergo a diesel to battery hybrid conversion using a Corvus Orca ESS
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    Battery power for Chinese port

    2017-04-18T10:11:00Z

    Corvus Energy will provide Orca Energy lithium-ion energy storage systems (ESS) for four hybrid RTGs at Changshu Port, which wants to increase its efficiency and reduce emissions.

  • At the end of the distillation process several fuels are produced, including naphtha, fuel (GO and IFO) and light bitumen
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    Sustainable slops disposal for ports

    2017-03-29T13:30:00Z

    In March 2016, the European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) released its priorities for the year ahead, with port waste ranking fifth on the list. This high ranking highlights the difficulties many ports have in finding an effective and sustainable solution for slops disposal, writes Vincent Favier, CEO, Ecoslops.

  • Rail mounted SAMSON Eco Hoppers
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    Environmentally respectful import of dry bulk

    2017-03-22T10:01:00Z

    With the increase of punitive measures for operations that have a negative environmental impact and the significant pressure on companies to increase efficiencies, port operators need to find new and innovative ways to ensure that they remain competitive, writes Jon Parker, sales manager, SAMSON Materials Handling Ltd.

  • MoorMaster has arrived at the Port of Helsinki
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    Helsinki gets MoorMaster technology

    2017-03-13T13:02:00Z

    The Port of Helsinki has opened its new West Terminal 2 passenger ferry terminal where MoorMaster technology will help large ferries moor more efficiently.

  • SCC’s Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal will be converted to solar power
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    Solar powered ferry terminal

    2017-03-09T09:47:00Z

    Singapore Cruise Centre (SCC) is partnering with Sunseap Group to convert the Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal to solar power.

  • The Port of Aalborg in Denmark is to install a waste facility for cruise ships
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    Aalborg ready to meet PRF directive

    2017-03-07T12:42:00Z

    The Port of Aalborg in Denmark is to install a Port Reception Facility (PRF) to enable cruise ships to discharge both black and grey water directly at the terminal by 2018.

  • POLA has been called the world's most plugged in port
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    Working together to reduce emissions

    2017-02-28T12:45:00Z

    Global engineering group Cavotec and the Port of Los Angeles (POLA) continue to cement their alternative marine power partnership with the unveiling of a new shore-side power connection for an iconic world war two battleship.

  • The company is focusing on helping shipowners meet new emission restrictions and legislations
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    Konecranes paving the way forward in 2017

    2017-01-26T15:52:00Z

    At the beginning of January, Konecranes announced that it had completed the acquisition of Terex Material Handling and Port Solutions (MHPS), which will extend its cargo handling equipment portfolio even further, writes Alice Mason.

  • Current facility for shore power to offshore vessels Photo: Robin Strand, Norphoto AS
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    Hurtigruten invests in onshore power supply

    2016-12-21T16:28:00Z

    The first onshore power supply facility for Hurtigruten vessels will be available at the Port of Bergen from April 2017.

  • An aerial view of Alexandra Dock
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    Offshore wind milestone for ABP

    2016-12-02T12:06:00Z

    Siemens’ new wind power factory at ABP’s Port of Hull has manufactured its first turbine blade.

  • The Port of Gothenburg handles more than 20 million tonnes of oil and other energy products and is the site of the largest storage facility in Sweden
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    Supporting the development of fossil-free fuel

    2016-11-29T12:58:00Z

    Following Preem''s investment of 355 million kronor in a new facility at the Port of Gothenburg a year ago, annual production has been doubled to help meet the government''s strict emission targets.

  • Guest speaker sessions included speakers from Ports of Long Beach and LA
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    PEMA meeting focuses on electrification

    2016-11-25T09:28:00Z

    The Port Equipment Manufacturers Association (PEMA) has discussed key environmental issues at its recent annual Members Meeting.

  • he latest phase of GPA's electric RTG infrastructure has been completed Photo: Georgia Ports Authority/Stephen B. Morton
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    Fuel saving eRTGs in Georgia

    2016-11-18T14:55:00Z

    The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) has completed of the latest phase of its electric RTG infrastructure.

  • Port of Hueneme signs agreement for new electric vehicle charging stations
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    Charging stations

    2016-10-04T09:21:00Z

    The Ventura County Air Pollution Control District (VCAPCD) has awarded the Port of Hueneme a $14,000 grant to help install two electric vehicle charging systems.

  • 'The Vision of the Fjords' aims to bring passengers closer to nature and minimise its own operational footprint
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    Ship of the Year award

    2016-09-29T13:08:00Z

    A unique vessel inspired by UNESCO World Heritage surroundings has won Skipsrevyen’s Ship of the Year 2016 award presented at this year''s SMM exhibition.

  • Ecoslops’s first unit is at Sinès, Portugal’s largest commercial port
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    Ecoslops signs deal with Total

    2016-09-28T15:04:00Z

    Ecoslops, the specialist in producing marine fuel from refined marine oil residues, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Total to establish a new plant at the refinery at La Mède in Marseille.

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    Hybrid marine power workshop

    2016-09-26T11:40:00Z

    A Hybrid Marine Power Workshop relevant to both workboats and ports is being held in Southampton UK on 27 October 2016.

  • Hamburg Süd cited reduced ownership costs, energy savings and precision of temperature control as key factors in its decision to invest in Daikin’s Zestia units
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    Energy efficient reefers

    2016-09-20T10:22:00Z

    Increasing reliability and energy efficiency are key to minimising costs and maximising profits. Mr Shin Furuta, President, Daikin Reefer explains how through reduced power consumption, highly sensitive temperature control systems and maximum reliability, certain reefer containers have the ability to address both these requirements.

  • The Wind aan de Stroom project at Antwerp has 11 Siemens wind turbines each producing 3MW of power
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    Renewable energy in port electrical grids

    2016-09-20T10:03:00Z

    The electrification in ports is inter-linked with the drive for an improved environmental footprint as well as improving the operating cost efficiency. The integration of renewable energy is now a real addition with electrical power supply in ports being of ever increasing importance, writes Chris Pretorius, Energy Management Division, Siemens ...

  • Upon completion of the whole 5MW, the site will provide Gibraltar with 15% of its overall consumption of electricity
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    Wave energy at ports

    2016-09-19T17:17:00Z

    Ports are an integral part of global trade and commerce which are are known for operating and handling large scale operations which consume sizeable amounts of energy, resulting in larger day to day expenses and pollution-related effects, writes Inna Braverman, co-founder Eco Wave Power.