News 2-10 – Page 91
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NewsMethanol focus aids shipping's carbon battle
A consortium of Europe’s maritime research and technology leaders have launched a project to demonstrate the feasibility of retrofit and newbuild vessels operating on methanol as a pathway to carbon-neutral shipping.
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NewsZero-emission ferries for Norway
Two zero-emission battery powered ferries have been ordered by a Norwegian operator that will help the country move further towards sustainable shipping and port operations.
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NewsFirst US purpose-built offshore wind port
Plans have been announced to construct the first purpose-built offshore wind port in the US to help an east coast state fulfil its plan to achieve 100% clean energy by 2050.
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NewsEquipment tender for sustainability project
A project dedicated to the environmental sustainability of ports is progressing with the issuing of an equipment tender that will enable the gathering of important data.
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NewsGlobal ports collaborate on climate change
Major global ports have confirmed their resolve to combat climate change during the latest meeting of a programme to deliver on key environmental goals.
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NewsCroatian LNG terminal in demand
Almost all the capacity of a new LNG terminal in Croatia has been booked ahead of its operational start date of 1 January 2021.
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NewsWorld’s largest soil-based vertical garden
A New Zealand port operator has installed the world’s largest soil-based vertical garden on its premises to contribute to bio-diversity in the wider environment.
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NewsFirst for LNG reloading station
A Polish energy company has received the first supply of LNG delivered by sea to a Lithuanian port''s LNG reloading station.
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NewsGermany's green hydrogen strategy
Germany intends to ramp up its focus on green hydrogen as a key way to help decarbonise its marine sector.
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NewsLNG terminal given go-ahead and financing
An LNG import terminal project in Europe has been given the go-ahead to proceed supported by European Union funding.
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NewsElectric tractors aid zero emissions goal
Four electric terminal tractors will help a Swedish port move further towards its zero-emissions goal.
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NewsDrive for nature-inclusive agriculture
A Belgian port has issued a Request for Proposals (RfP) for sustainable innovation in agriculture as part of a drive to promote nature-inclusive agriculture.
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NewsBacking for German LNG terminal project
An LNG terminal project in Germany is being backed by a German port authority keen to progress LNG provision in the country.
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NewsElectric vehicles tackle CO2 emissions
A US port has made an eco-investment in five electric vehicles and three charging stations in order to reduce CO2 emissions.
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NewsHybrid-electric American ferries
The newest additions to the Washington State ferry fleet will be powered by ABB hybrid-electric propulsion and energy storage systems.
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NewsFirst Brazilian port flies flag for green incentive
Green ships will benefit from calling at a Brazilian port receiving rewards such as a 10% discount on port dues.
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NewsBattery power for second Danish electric ferry
The second newbuild all electric ferry in Denmark will be equipped with an energy storage system (ESS) from Corvus Energy.
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NewsMitigating against climate change
The Port of Valencia says it’s at the frontline of investment against climate change committing to produce zero emissions by 2030.
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NewsAutonomous transport service tender
A Dutch port authority has published a request for tenders (RFT) for the provision of a new transport service that will incorporate autonomous vehicles and reduce congestion while improving container handling efficiency.
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News€7.5m grant for eco-led automation project
A port automation project which seeks to reduce the environmental impact of waterborne transport has secured EU grant funding.
