Container & Cargo Handling

Kalmar is exploring whether online gaming could open up new ways of running and optimising a container terminal with automation in mind.

The global maritime industry is cautiously optimistic about the global business environment for world trade, but also concerned about challenges to industry recovery including the potential impact of trade tensions, cyber security…

MGI has rolled out a new intelligent cargo system at the Port of Marseille Fos to track and manage cargo and support supply chain efficiency.

Electrification will slash liquid bulk volumes, it was argued at the British Ports Association Conference 2018.

John Bensalhia looks at how bulk cargo handling can be a boon for inland ports looking to branch out from container handling.

Port planning should consider a full range of potential scenarios for trade and containerisation, an International Transport Forum (ITF) roundtable on container port strategy has found.

New York/New Jersey is likely to remain the dominant US East Coast port for some time, says Martin Rushmere.

Fire incidents involving conveyors highlight the dangers of poorly maintained and closed systems, finds Iain MacIntyre.

Public authorities should support the creation of open standards in maritime logistics to develop a data-sharing configuration that is useful to all players in the supply chain, the International Transport Forum (ITF)…

Ports should capitalise on the ‘no interruption’ benefits of remote control and automation of cranes, according to ABB.

Wärtsilä has launched an initiative that aims to connect and inspire 20 of the world’s most influential port cities to embrace and develop Smart Marine ecosystems by 2020.

Terminal tractor development edges ever closer to all-electric operation to improve working conditions and on-dock safety, reports Alex Hughes.

Modern engines bring increased fire risks in ports and many are investigating ways to reduce combustion risks, finds John Bensalhia.

DP World’s acquisition of European short-sea and feeder carrier Unifeeder is unprecedented in scale and naturally throws up questions about the company’s motivation, Drewry has stated.

About 350 upcoming expansion projects aim to supply 270m teu additional container handling capacity up to the year 2023, with chances for completion varying regionally from 40% to 70%.

DP World has acquired Unifeeder Group for €660m to boost its presence in the maritime global supply chain and help it become a “trade enabler”.

A lack of charging standards, inability to keep up with battery demand and overwhelming infrastructure redesign demands could stunt all-electric potential, explains Barry Cross.

“Vulnerable” US West Coast port proves that it can comeback from significant body blows in labour and operator losses. Martin Rushmere reports

Global trade prospects in 2018 face an “almost unprecedented level of uncertainty” which calls for caution about expected cargo volume for 2018, Hutchison Port Holdings has said.