Environment & Sustainability – Page 109
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NewsAnalytics propel Singapore’s green agenda
An analytics project to improve port operations may help Singapore coordinate its environmental protection activities.
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NewsGreen equipment order for Australian operator
Kalmar is supplying DPW Australia with new equipment to boost performance and reduce emissions.
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NewsOcean plastics support from ABB
Swiss power company ABB is underlining its green commitment to the ocean by providing shipboard systems to a vessel which researches plastic pollution.
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NewsBunkering rules need better enforcement
Bunkering regulations in Singapore need to be better enforced to maintain the country’s reputation as a leading bunkering port.
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NewsOffshore vessel arrives at Scottish port for decommissioning
A new Shetland decommissioning facility has received what is believed to be first major North Sea floating production vessel to be disposed of in Scotland.
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NewsWave energy technology moves closer to commercialisation
A wave energy developer has raised enough funds to support its expansion strategy and bring its technology one step closer to commercialisation.
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NewsRotterdam terminal commits to LNG trucks
One Rotterdam terminal has committed to use LNG to help clean up most of its operations including trucks.
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NewsPort looks to LNG to increase business
LNG vessels may soon be able to refuel at the Port of Ferrol with new infrastructure planned to attract more business.
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NewsAmsterdam focuses on solar to get greener
Port of Amsterdam is to install thousands of solar panels to clean up its energy supply and increase its sustainability.
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NewsOakland to tackle emissions with shore power
Ship operators to the Port of Oakland will be able cut diesel emissions by connecting to a new shore power system when at berth.
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NewsShore power will reduce cruise emissions
A Canadian port expects to save 2,800 tonnes of emissions each year with its new cruise shore power facility.
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NewsSmart lighting saves on energy and maintenance
Clever port lighting could save one American port US$1.6m in energy and maintenance costs over the next decade.
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NewsHybrid solution to reduce Antarctic emissions
The owners of an Antarctic cruise ship aim to reduce its emissions through a hybrid power electric and propulsion system.
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NewsExploiting the advantages of being energy independent
Shippers are exploring wind and solar power as they strive to reduce fuel consumption and emissions by becoming more energy independent.
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NewsPort operators cut costs with dust reduction technology
Dust control technology is helping reduce surface dust and airborne particles which can affect port equipment.
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NewsLNG terminal saves jobs at UK port
LNG operations are helping to keep hundreds of people employed at the UK''s Port of Milford Haven.
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NewsUS port to benefit from electric truck trial
A US port is looking to benefit from a feasibility trial of zero-emission freight handling using all-electric trucks.
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NewsLondon port switches its attention to air quality
With the concern over air quality issue in cities and public health rising, the Port of London Authority (PLA) in the UK is working to develop a new air quality strategy for the Thames.
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NewsGeorgia opts for energy saving LEDs
An American port authority is investing in LED lighting to reduce energy costs and improve its environmental footprint.
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NewsIrish LNG terminal will attract more cruise
A floating storage and regasification unit and LNG import terminal aim to bring cruise vessels to Cork.
