Latest News – Page 170
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NewsBERTH RIGHT
John Bensalhia examines the latest developments and innovations in docking and berthing aid technology
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NewsCHINA: CORROSION COMING?
A stop-start port industry and potentially faltering economy are raising questions about China’s reliability as the world’s leading trading partner, as AJ Keyes discovers
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NewsTerminal APIs
APIs connect a terminal operator’s system with customers’ own logistics systems improving efficiency
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NewsPackaging reuse
The logistics sector is being encouraged to swap single-use plastics for more sustainable options
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NewsENERGY CHOICES, HOW TO PLAN
Gridmaster, a consortium of energy interests, is developing a multi-layered model to assist diverse port of Rotterdam businesses make complex energy investment decisions
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NewsMIDDLE CORRIDOR MOVES
The Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR), the so-called Middle Corridor, has big plans for ramping up intermodal traffic. Oleksandr Gavrylyuk reports
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NewsDISCIPLINE IS ESSENTIAL
Complaints are heard about the penalty regimes that are integral to Vehicle Booking System operation but global experience shows the pluses outweigh the minuses. Mike Mundy reports
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NewsTerminal crane cracks
Report by mechanical engineer highlights the risks of ‘metal fatigue’ in container cranes
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NewsZeebrugge terminal concession
The new extension until 2055 will position the Belgian port as a key hub for Northwest Europe
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NewsWorking together for greener cruising
The Port of Montreal has renovated its cruise facilities with sustainability designed in from the ground up.
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NewsGreen port expansion
Egypt is reclaiming nearly 1000ha of new land for the maritime gateway’s development.
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NewsUNCTAD: A PRICE TO PAY
There is a price to pay for bloated freight rates and other supply chain issues. Felicity Landon charts the UNCTAD position and suggestions on mitigating measures
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NewsHYDROGEN: CHICKEN AND EGG?
Hydrogen for core maritime and wider business functions presents ports with opportunities but there is risk. Felicity Landon reviews sector initiatives
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NewsVBS TAKES THE FAST LANE
Vehicle Booking Systems (VBS) deployment, bolstered by meeting the challenges of the pandemic, is growing fast. Mike Mundy charts the rise of VBS based on a PS sector survey
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NewsCOVID-19 BOOSTER
Boosted by COVID-19, the structure of Asia-North America container trade is changing with increased use of US Gulf and East Coast gateways a fast emerging trend. Andrew Penfold summarises
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NewsOptimising lift stowage
More efficient cargo handling is constantly on the radar of the big ocean liners
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NewsCleaner waterway boats
Amsterdam will be a cleaner place thanks to three new electric patrol boats
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NewsLow emission forklifts
One equipment manufacturer has extended its portfolio with low emission heavy forklifts
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NewsFrench bunkering first
Marseille has completed its inaugural ship-to-containership LNG bunkering operation
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News3D digital mapping
GISCRO’s port management solution brings together disparate data in a cloud-based platform
