Environment & Sustainability – Page 80
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NewsTesting for first zero-emission top handlers
The world’s first zero-emission battery-electric top handlers will be tested at a California container terminal as part of a port’s drive for clean cargo-handling operations.
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NewsEmission-free avocados and more
Giles Pettifor, environmental manager at the Port of Hueneme, explains how the Californian port is tackling emissions in its supply chains.
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NewsEPC contractors shortlisted for LNG project
Four internationally operating EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) contractors have been shortlisted for a European LNG terminal project tender.
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NewsZero-emission alliance set 2030 goal
Four ports are part of an alliance of more than 60 organisations aiming to have commercially viable zero-emission vessels powered by zero-emission fuels operating along deep sea trade routes by 2030, leading to shipping’s complete decarbonisation.
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NewsPorts seize opportunities presented by drones
Sustainability in ports is receiving a boost from the emerging technologies associated with drone aircraft.
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NewsSupport for stringent emissions regulations
A European maritime authority has reported improved air quality but has stressed there is support for more stringent emissions regulations.
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NewsCoastal clean-up in Jamaica
A port coastline in Jamaica recently received a major clean-up as part of the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) on 21 September.
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NewsFirst ship-to-ship operation at Finnish port
A Finnish port has seen its first LNG ship-to-ship operation as well as the first SIMOPS (simultaneous operations) LNG ship-to-ship operation for a container feeder vessel in the Baltic Sea.
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NewsFirst new carrier for LNG project in Russia
The first of four new LNG carriers for an LNG project in Russia is due to begin service by November.
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NewsPipeline MOU for US LNG project
An MOU has been signed to develop the pipeline network for an LNG project at a Texas port.
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NewsClimate change study launched
A climate change study which aims to reduce shoreline erosion caused by waves has been launched at a US port.
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NewsWorld’s first hydrogen-powered tug
A European port has ordered construction of the world’s first tug powered by hydrogen for ultra-low emissions to help it transition to sustainable, CO2-neutral operations.
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NewsSouth Korean port to slash vessel emissions
A South Korean port aims to cut passenger vessel emissions, noise and vibrations at berth with its first shore power solution.
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NewsTesting begins on wave and solar system
Testing has commenced on a combined wave and solar system at a port in Israel to progress renewable energy development.
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NewsSuccessful first bunkering at Japanese port
A Japanese port’s first LNG bunkering has been successfully carried out to confirm that LNG can be effectively and safely supplied there.
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NewsNew equipment helps keep port dust free
A port in Scotland has invested in a new machine to help it control and minimise its dust emissions from agri-bulk operations.
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NewsFuel cell technologies project progresses
Partners and collaborators on an international project to explore the implementation of hybrid and hydrogen fuel cell technologies in ships and ports have met to share progress so far.
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NewsA bunkering first in Swedish port
The world’s largest bunker supply vessel (BSV) for LNG has conducted the first LNG bunker operation in Sweden’s Port of Södertälje.
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NewsFour strategies for cutting emissions
Changing trading patterns, slowing down ships, developing zero carbon fuel cells and reorganising businesses have all been proposed as strategies to reduce carbon emissions from the port and shipping industries.
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NewsABB enables emission-free port visits
ABB will supply shore power connection technology to three Corsica Linea ferries at a French port with the aim of reducing noise pollutions and emissions while they are berthed.
