Latest News – Page 98
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NewsDeal to commercialise oil spill technology
A material made from waste cooking oil and sulphur that can soak up oil spills and other pollution looks set to be commercialised.
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NewsFrench port backs shore power research
A French port is supporting an initiative to research technologies to enhance sustainable operations and improve air quality with a particular focus on shore power implementation.
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NewsLow emission shallow draft port vessels
A new range of shallow draft survey vessel promises to bring greater usability and lower emissions to port operations.
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NewsTaichung strikes offshore wind deal
Taiwan’s Port of Taichung has struck an offshore wind development deal with an energy company.
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NewsShort sea shipping - A sustainable option
Short sea and feeder shipping represents a significant opportunity for maritime sustainability and the 2020 Coastlink conference aims to tackle the challenges ahead
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NewsLNG a leading fuel in fight against emissions
LNG’s ability to reduce carbon emissions by 20% to 25% will make its adoption preferable over other clean fuels, a new report claims.
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NewsCalifornia ports collaborate for efficiency
Two California ports will collaborate to identify and address operational issues to improve efficiency and lower costs for shippers while improving sustainability, business continuity and security.
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NewsKorean port embodies good port city relations
A Korean port is receiving high praise for its community outreach programme which aims to bring the port closer to the city and foster better community relations.
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NewsCongestion-easing cargo model cuts carbon
A cargo-handling model designed save time and ease congestion at marine terminals has been shown to reduce carbon emissions by at least 60%.
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NewsModernisation will lower port emissions
One European port is making an environmental investment that aims to significantly lower emissions of carbon dioxide and air pollutants it produces.
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NewsTransport efficiency project makes headway
A project which aims to cut CO2 emissions in ports by reducing truck transports in ports and their hinterland has made progress in its second partner meeting.
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NewsUS emission-reduction initiatives at risk
Environmental emissions-reduction initiatives at US ports could suffer as a result of a reduced Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) budget in 2021.
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NewsBaku gets proactive with waste management
Azerbaijan’s Port of Baku has signed a waste transfer agreement with a government environmental services agency to better manage its environmental protection goals.
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NewsData exchange promises better port efficiency
Reliable ship arrivals, more efficient ship handling and reduced emissions are the aims of a new digitalisation project in Germany.
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NewsFunding facilitates LNG vessels
A Swedish port has secured a €41.75m loan to expand its harbour facilities to accommodate new, larger LNG vessels.
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NewsShort sea shipping aids sustainability
Short sea and feeder shipping represents a significant opportunity for maritime sustainability and the 2020 Coastlink conference aims to tackle the challenges ahead
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NewsSwedish ports get behind inland shipping
Two Swedish ports have joined forces to set up a green inland shipping route between their respective operations.
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NewsWildlife conservation taken seriously
A Philippines operator is taking its social responsibility goals seriously by setting up a partnership with a foundation that works to conserve wildlife.
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NewsEfficient ergonomic controls for big trucks
Increasing efficiency is the primary factor behind the development of a new ergonomic cabin and control system for one range of port trucks.
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NewsZero emission port debris collector
A new electric litter and debris collector vessel promises to emit zero emissions as it cleans up ports, harbours or waterways.
