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  • Tests of an innovative container for bulk cargo
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    Bronka trials containerised bulk solution

    2017-03-15T16:18:00Z

    The testing of a new container for bulk cargo is being tested at the container terminal of the Multipurpose Sea Cargo Complex (MSCC) Bronka.

  • Stage V: Kalmar has chosen Volvo Penta engines for its new European port equipment
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    Kalmar selects Volvo Penta for Stage V

    2017-03-15T13:44:00Z

    Kalmar has chosen Volvo Penta to supply Stage V solutions for its new European port equipment models.

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    DPW Australia price hikes ‘could have been higher’

    2017-03-15T08:56:00Z

    Controversial stevedoring infrastructure charges introduced by DPW Australia could have been higher if the Port of Melbourne Corporation had carried through with proposed rent rises two years ago, Australia’s competition watchdog has said.

  • Full commercial operations at VICT begin in April
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    VICT teething problems overcome

    2017-03-15T08:56:00Z

    The new Victoria International Container Terminal in Melbourne has admitted it experienced teething problems in its test start-up of operations but management has expressed confidence for when it begins full operations soon.

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    Australia focus on future infrastructure

    2017-03-15T08:56:00Z

    An advisory panel has been set up to guide the Australian Government on infrastructure investment plans through to 2100.

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    STM establishes international PortCDM Council

    2017-03-15T08:56:00Z

    Initiated by the STM Validation Project (STM), leading governmental and non-governmental maritime organisations will meet on March 29 to establish the international PortCDM (Port Collaborative Decision Making) council.

  • GPC Delegates
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    New for 2017 - highly interactive programmes

    2017-03-14T15:46:00Z

    The 2017 GreenPort Cruise and GreenPort Congress programmes will feature interactive presentations, discussion sessions, working groups and more. With the aim of equipping participants with key learning points that will ultimately reduce costs, delegates will benefit from enhanced networking and knowledge sharing opportunities.

  • GPC Sponsorship
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    Looking to reach port environmental decision makers?

    2017-03-14T15:30:00Z

    Manufacturers of emission reducing and cost saving equipment and solutions take note – our delegates are looking for solutions. Your presence at GreenPort 2017 will put your brand in front of the global port sector.

  • Throughput surge: The 12% increase was mainly due to continuing volume ramp-up at ICTSI Iraq
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    Throughput surge boosts ICTSI financials

    2017-03-14T15:27:00Z

    International Container Terminal Services Inc (ICTSI) has reported a 7% increase in port revenue from last year, with the US$1.128 billion total being helped along by a surge in throughput.

  • Construction has begun on a new LNG facility at JAXPORT’s Talleyrand Marine Terminal Photo: JAXPORT
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    LNG bunkering at JAXPORT

    2017-03-14T11:54:00Z

    Construction has begun on a new LNG facility at JAXPORT’s Talleyrand Marine Terminal in Jacksonville, US, which will serve new LNG vessels currently being built for the US mainland-Puerto Rico trade route.

  • Port of Amsterdam Logo
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    Port of Amsterdam's invitation to GreenPort Partners

    2017-03-14T09:50:00Z

    The ‘Port of partnerships’ looks forward to bringing all members of the port community together at the GreenPort events this October, to explore, share and work together, with the aim of all to become leading sustainable ports and terminals of the world.

  • Cruise&Congress 2017
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    Leading industry organisations reconfirm support for Greenport 2017

    2017-03-14T09:45:00Z

    Each year, the GreenPort events are supported by a number of major industry organisations connected with ports and shipping whose members will benefit from discounts to attend. The 2017 GreenPort events – GreenPort Cruise and GreenPort Congress, will be hosted by the Port of Amsterdam from 10-13 October 2017. ...

  • The retrofit project forms part of the Cleanport initiative Photo: Bahnfisch/Wikimedia
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    LNG retrofit ferry

    2017-03-14T09:40:00Z

    The president of the Port of Barcelona believes that having a good LNG supply infrastructure will allow the port to attract some of the most modern and energy efficient ships.

  • PSA and SIT will jointly develop port technologies expertise among its staff and students.
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    PSA and SIT to develop port technologies expertise

    2017-03-14T09:39:00Z

    PSA Corporation (PSA) and the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on strengthening systems engineering expertise and knowledge for PSA engineering and information and communication technology (ICT) employees, and for SIT students to gain exposure to automation and other advanced port technologies ...

  • Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG has ordered 11 diesel-electric straddle carriers from Kalmar.
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    Kalmar receives repeat straddle carriers order

    2017-03-14T09:38:00Z

    Kalmar has received an order from Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) for 11 diesel-electric straddle carriers.

  • US ports received a C+ in the 2017 USACE Infrastructure Report Card
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    US port-related infrastructure "long way from adequate"

    2017-03-13T15:40:00Z

    The American Society of Civil Engineers’ (ASCE) graded America’s marine port infrastructure a C+ in the 2017 Infrastructure Report Card.

  • 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.

  • London Gateway sees more port calls following THE Alliance announcement
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    London Gateway benefits from THE Alliance rotation

    2017-03-10T15:12:00Z

    The recently finalised port calls for THE Alliance’s new vessel sharing agreement has seen the London Gateway add two additional calls to its rotation.

  • UK monopoly: All of the mainline UK calls by THE Alliance carriers on the Asia-Europe trade will be handled by DP World’s terminals at London Gateway and Southampton
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    Ports for THE Alliance, but no ship sizes

    2017-03-09T13:29:00Z

    THE Alliance may have finalised port calls for its new vessel sharing agreement, but without news on the size of ships due to call at ports questions still remain.

  • Maersk Lines has announced it will reduce its presence in Algeciras Credit: Michelle Bartsch
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    Europe-wide strike action delayed

    2017-03-09T12:52:00Z

    The International Dockworkers Council has delayed its Europe-wide day of strike action in solidarity with Spain until March 23.