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NewsOpportunities in a climate of uncertainty
The UK ports industry is weathering the recession, showing a measure of its resilience. This is likely to remain a necessary quality as business continues in an environment of political and economic uncertainty, writes Kate Royston.
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Turtles get support from Gulftainer
Sharjah-based Gulftainer Group is showcasing their commitment to marine conservation by sponsoring two turtles and extending their support to a conservation project.
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NewsEco-auto box wash
New Zealand’s Lotus Wash Systems has developed the world’s first fully-automatic sea container washing unit at the Fremantle Port operation of AWH Logistics.
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Turkish eco-crane order
Konecranes received an order for five electric RTG (rubber tired gantry) cranes to be delivered to port operator Nemport in Nemrut, Aliaga Bay.
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NewsInformation, information...
Transport flows through and within Europe have increased dramatically in recent years, leading to imbalances in the usage of different transport modes. It’s a reality many environmental initiatives aim to counter.
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NewsTransas targets shore-based pilotage
Transas recently launched its Navi-Harbour 4.3, providing functionality enhancements in radar processing, and record and play back usability, among other things.
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Transnet bonds target infrastructure
South African ports operator Transnet is planning a $1bn bond issue early next year to fund infrastructure upgrades to include offloading 7,300 km of branch railway lines as private-sector concessions.
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Taman tender imminent
A tender is to be issued to design a new deep water port in Taman, Russia, which will be able to handle 85m tonnes of dry and liquid bulk. Terminals handling grain, coal, metal, containers and fertiliser are planned.
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Chittagong efficiency in the firing line
Bangladesh''s Shipping Minister has put forward plans to boost efficiency at the port of Chittagong by the end of 2010, kick-starting the project with consultations with stakeholders.
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Fortaleza nets infrastructure funding
Brazilian Ports Minister, Pedro Brito, has made available $10.27m to the Ceará ports authority for the improvement of the Port of Fortaleza. Part of the money will be spent on upgrading paving and on building a general warehouse. A new installation for reefer containers will also be acquired.
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NewsChilean port tenders inspire bidders
Container terminal tenders for Valparaíso’s Terminal 2 and San Antonio’s Terminal Costanera Espigón have attracted interest from 17 potential bidders.
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Abbot Point tender released
Expressions of interest for the 99-year lease of Abbot Point Coal Terminal have been invited by the Queensland Government. The Government plans to privatise a large proportion of state export infrastructure, and is expecting the lease offer to attract strong interest from infrastructure and pension fund investors.
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MGI launches online customs regs tool
Software specialist MGI has launched its M-customs online electronic data exchange to facilitate the implementation of Import Control System (ICS) customs regulations for operators.
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Victor Schoenmakers starts second term as Chairman of ESPO
This afternoon, the General Assembly of ESPO unanimously re-elected Victor Schoenmakers for another mandate of two years as Chairman of the organisation. Mr. Schoenmakers is Director European and International Affairs at the Port of Rotterdam Authority and has been chairing ESPO since 2008.
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Dover’s low carbon future
Following an independent assessment the Port of Dover has been awarded the Carbon Trust Standard, reducing its carbon emissions by 13.2%.
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NewsLondon Gateway gains prize
DP World’s London Gateway has been awarded the Environmental Protection prize in the Lloyd’s List Global Awards ceremony.
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Ports are part of renewable competition
Ports may be able to capitalise on the renewable energy sector’s need to lower costs.
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Incident reporting handbook
The Nautical Institute has launched The Mariner’s Role in Collecting Evidence Handbook to help both seafarers and designated persons ashore gather evidence in the event of accidents and incidents, including pollution and spills.
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England’s first Marine Plan
The UK’s new Marine Management Organisation has selected the sea areas off Flamborough Head, Yorkshire and Felixstowe, Suffolk to be the first two English marine plan areas to be developed from April 2011.
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NewsBiomass plant boost for Southampton
A new biomass power plant located at the Port of Southampton could help give volumes a lift since most of the estimated 800,000 tonnes a year feedstock would come through the port.
