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Keeping an open mind
The merger of Savona and Genova port authorities is far from a done deal, as Alex Hughes discovers
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Improving safety, and reliability in the port
LED lights help to conserve energy, they last longer and are better for the environment. One of the success stories is the use of Nanhua-Europe LED lighting in different port projects.
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Malawi River Basin programme
Global engineering and development consultancy, Mott MacDonald, has been appointed to work on the first phase of the Shire River Basin Management Programme by Malawi’s Ministry of Agriculture.
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German MoU singed for LNG development
Gazprom and Hafen-Entwicklungs-gesellschaft Rostock, operator of the Baltic Sea port of Rostock, have signed an LNG Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
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Becker LNG barge at SMM
Becker Marine Systems’ LNG Hybrid Barge will be on show at this year’s SMM exhibition, where it will be christened.
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What does the future hold?
Shipping lines are the centre of attention because the market is very dynamic, due to consolidation in the industry and vessels getting larger in terms of size and fleet. The container terminal industry is dynamic in almost the same way, but not as transparent, writes Daniel Schäfer
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Productivity up in 2013
JOC’s latest Port Productivity database, which contains loading and unloading speeds for over 483 ports and 771 terminals, reveals that the top 25 operators in each region around the globe all increased productivity in 2013.
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Transhipment merry-go-round
The fight for transhipment traffic in the Mediterranean shows no signs of weakening, finds Alex Hughes
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Ports America expands at Long Beach
Ports America is expanding its box operations at the Port of Long Beach, with a 30% stake in rival container terminal operator, International Transportation Service (ITS).
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More Jade Software for North America
Jade Software is to supply its terminal operating system (TOS), Jade Master Terminal, to Alabama Steel Terminals LLC (AST) – the 10th order from North America in 18 months.
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World’s largest hydraulic material handler launched
Finland’s Mantsinen Group has added a new addition, and also the world’s largest, hydraulic material handler to its range.
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GTT secures another LNG carrier order
Gaztransport and Technigaz (GTT), designer of membrane containment systems for LNG transport and storage, has secured an order for nine LNG carriers being built by Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering.
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Making minerals count
Despite the sensational headlines, ports are capitalising on iron ore potential. John Bensalhia reports
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Environmental monitoring underway in Savannah
Environmental monitoring for the Savannah Harbour Expansion Project (SHEP) is now underway following the signing of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 earlier this year.
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Port development concerns
The development of new ports and the expansion of existing ports is mostly determined by the market, but Drewry Shipping Consultants says a free market might not always be best.
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Finland funds environmental upgrades
The Finnish Ministry of Transport and Communications has set aside €4.5m to help with costs related to sulphur scrubbers and the modification of fuel systems on ships.
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Get involved at the 9th GreenPort Congress!
Book your place now to attend the working groups to share and discuss experiences with all participants at this year''s Greenport Congress taking place at the World Trade Centre, Barcelona on 15-17 October 2014.
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Chilean port legislation could slash productivity
Chile’s so-called ‘Short law on ports’ could cut productivity by around 20%, according to Francesco Schiaffino, general manager of Valparaiso box handling facility Terminal Pacífico Sur (TPS).
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Spain tariff freeze to fund urgent upgrades
Spain''s National Ports Authority (Puertos del Estado) is proposing to freeze port tariffs at their current rates for 2015, having cut them in both 2014 and 2013. Last year''s cut reduced the organisation''s income by around €60m.
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Sign up to join in with the networking opportunities at social events
The 2014 GreenPort Congress, GreenPort Cruise Conference, Welcome Reception and Gala Dinner will all be located in and around the Port of Barcelona. The Tour of Barcelona will take place on 17 October 2014.