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  • Unionised: ports on the US West Coast face more challenging labour conditions. Credit: Bari Bookout.jpg
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    On the job

    2016-08-03T09:55:00Z

    Ports need to weigh up the pros and cons of different shift lengths, finds Martin Rushmere

  • Uplifting: geared transloaders can address bottlenecks. Credit: MacGregor
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    Floating capacity

    2016-08-03T09:55:00Z

    Transhipment can help with dry cargo management, as John Bensalhia explains

  • Home from home: remote operators at Manzanillo International Terminal can enjoy the comforts of an office environment. Credit: ABB
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    Off the dock

    2016-08-03T09:55:00Z

    The perks of divorcing the driver from port equipment are clear, finds Alex Hughes

  • Kwai Tsing Container Terminals
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    Movers and shakers

    2016-08-03T09:54:00Z

    East Asian ports are at the vanguard of container ship development.

  • Upset: Miami's dredging project has angered environmentalists. Credit: USACE
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    Murky waters

    2016-08-03T09:54:00Z

    There are lessons to be learnt from Miami''s dredging-related issues, explains Stevie Knight

  • Rising star: Malta Freeport Terminals has broken through the 3m teu barrier
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    Centre stage

    2016-08-03T09:54:00Z

    Could it be ‘all change’ for some of the Mediterranean’s key ports? Felicity Landon reports

  • Ports are increasingly considering their cruise attractiveness. Credit: Marcel Sala
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    Cruising for better port pricing

    2016-08-03T09:54:00Z

    Cruises are increasingly relevant in port development so taking a look at pricing can be insightful, writes Peter de Langen.

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    Slow burner

    2016-08-03T09:54:00Z

    After nearly ten years of speculation on its global impact, the world finally has an expanded Panama Canal.

  • Long term: if you’re expecting to be on your site for 30, 50, or 100 years, you need to get along with your neighbours
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    Don’t skimp

    2016-08-03T09:54:00Z

    Cutting corners with the masterplan could cost ports a lifetime of missed revenue. Lara Shingles reports

  • Losses: McKinsey has identified $17bn of annual waste in ocean container supply chain process. Credit: Port of Gothenburg.
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    Embrace the data

    2016-08-03T09:54:00Z

    Ports need to take the leap into the unknown to capitalise on data-related gains, finds Carly Fields.

  • Aerial view of the Port of Busan
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    Busan Port aspires to global hub status

    2016-08-03T09:54:00Z

    Busan has clear aspirations for its future position in Asia.

  • TIGER funding: The Port of Albany has been given a grant to improve cargo handling Photo: Wikimedia/UpstateNYer CC BY-SA 3.0
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    Six US ports snare TIGER funding

    2016-08-02T15:59:00Z

    The news that six US ports have snared Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) funding this year has been welcomed, but there is the notion that the funding should go towards a broader range of port projects.

  • Chinese ports are vulnerable to shipping risks. Credit: Chris
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    Moody's flags Chinese port pressures

    2016-08-02T14:47:00Z

    A new report from Moody’s Investors Service has highlighted that port operators in China are facing headwinds from slower economic growth and weaker throughput outlook.

  • Being the Green Port is in the Port of Long Beach's DNA, says Commissioner Lori Ann Guzman. Credit: tdlucas5000
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    Port of Long Beach helps battle pollution

    2016-08-02T13:47:00Z

    The Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners has authorised the framework for a unique, voluntary US$46.4m programme to lessen the impacts of port-related pollution on the community.

  • ESPO Port of the Month: Port of Constantza
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    Focusing on the environment

    2016-08-02T09:30:00Z

    The Port of Constantza, ESPO’s port of the month, has its eye firmly on improving green management and environmental policies.

  • The MPA and the MDM have a joint chemical spill plan
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    Tackling chemical spills

    2016-08-01T17:32:00Z

    The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the Marine Department of Malaysia (MDM) have conducted a joint chemical spill exercise to test its joint Emergency Response Plan (ERP) for chemical spill incidents.

  • Well placed: Port Tampa Bay is well linked to the expanding markets of Central and South America
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    Ports America extends Tampa concession

    2016-08-01T11:07:00Z

    Ports America has extended its container agreement at Port Tampa Bay which will be valid through May 2046 and its also inked a new five-year breakbulk concession with two one-year extension options.

  • Fremantle Port will now be able to supply LNG bunkering services to shippers
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    ‘Australian first’ for LNG bunkering

    2016-08-01T10:14:00Z

    Western Australia-based EVOL LNG says it has won approval from Fremantle Port Authority to offer LNG truck-to-ship bunkering at the port.

  • Algeciras BrainPort 2020 aims to improve port products and services to promote enhanced efficiency, security and sustainability
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    ‘Smart’ and sustainable ports

    2016-08-01T09:40:00Z

    As trade and cargo volumes continue to grow internationally, ports around the globe are looking to new technologies to help manage resources in a more sustainable and cost-effective manner through digitalisation and big data, writes Lauren Riga.

  • The green cruise ship will aim to sail in 2020
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    Greenest Cruise Ship

    2016-08-01T09:37:00Z

    The 55,000 tonne cruise ship is said to feature ten retractable solar-paneled sails and retractable wind generators, as well as a future-ready hybrid engine.