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After ten years of operating two Kalmar rubber-tyred gantry (RTGs) cranes, Buenos Aires Container Terminal Services has looked to Cargotec Argentina to raise the performance of their existing RTGs from 1 over…

24th August 2009

Raised to new heights

24th August 2009

EQUIPMENT

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South Jerseys new Port Beckett Terminal at the US Port of Camden is investing in cathodic protection for its electrical conduits.

12th August 2009

Electrifying anodes for NJ facility

12th August 2009

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Messina Line is to install a terminal operation package that will give both full management and automated graphic stowage planning.

10th August 2009

Management software for Messina Line

10th August 2009

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A rugged handheld computer designed specifically for the port logistics environment has bee unveiled by LXE. The MX9 features an outdoor display, 62-key and 38-key back-light keypad options, built-in GPS positional location,…

7th August 2009

Rugged PC for ports

7th August 2009

EQUIPMENT

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Alliance Tire has extended its line of port tyres with the Port Star (309) 14.00-24 28 ply, designed primarily for container handling in ports.

5th August 2009

Alliances new tyre offering

5th August 2009

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Classification society RINA has launched new voluntary environmental standards to allow ships to connect to shore-based electricity while in port, reducing harbour air pollution.

31st July 2009

Plug-in port standards set

31st July 2009

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The Port Equipment Manufacturers Association (PEMA) has published its second annual survey on global port equipment deliveries.

24th July 2009

PEMA report

24th July 2009

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An inexpensive wireless Real Time Locating System (RTLS) that will automatically find assets, shipments and consignments in busy port yards has been released by Savi Technology.

23rd July 2009

Low-cost location technology

23rd July 2009

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To cut quay-to-yard container handling times Fantuzzi has developed two new transporters, capable of handling large numbers of containers quickly and efficiently.

22nd July 2009

Raptor speeds up cycle

22nd July 2009

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The use of wireless local area networks (WLAN) is taking on a greater role in the ports sector than ever before, driven particularly by productivity and security issues, according to Michael Muller…

21st July 2009

Productivity and security issues drive demand for wireless networks

21st July 2009

EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT

Amsterdams Ter Haak Group has turned to Tideworks for the upgrade of its terminal operating platform at its Amerikahaven multipurpose terminal.

20th July 2009

Tideworks nets Ter Haak

20th July 2009

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Introducing new technologies to companies and their users can be donesmoothly if the issues are addressed properly and all parties withinthe company are involved, says Psion Teklogix.

17th July 2009

Psion

17th July 2009

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Camera solutions should be used to reduce excess expenditure from damage to stock, racking and forklift trucks themselves, as well as improving safety and efficiency, according to supplier Transmon Engineering.

17th July 2009

Forklift cameras given wider angle

17th July 2009

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EQUIPMENT

The International Dynamic Positioning Operators Association (IDPOA) has been launched to provide a representative voice to the maritime industry, while working to enhance and improve the professional interests of DPOs and related…

17th July 2009

Dynamic positioning group launched

17th July 2009

EQUIPMENT

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The latest trends in ports are automation of handling equipment and the move towards green initiatives, says Frans Kok at LXE.

16th July 2009

LXE

16th July 2009

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While industry statistics point to a dramatic reduction in sales of new forklift trucks within the UK, forklift manufacturer Jungheinrich, reports a surge in demand for used and refurbished trucks.

16th July 2009

Rise for refurbed forklifts

16th July 2009

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Kalmar has been awarded a contract to provide a fleet of shuttle carriers to TTI Algeciras SA in Spain.

15th July 2009

Spanish shuttle carriers pick up on efficiency

15th July 2009

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DP World has chosen Identec Solutions for its radio frequency identification technology at its Australian terminals.

13th July 2009

DPW signs with Identec

13th July 2009

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Kalmar has received an order for three Kalmar DCD250-12LB forklift trucks and four DCE180-9 forklift trucks for Thessaloniki Port Authority in Northern Greece.

10th July 2009

Seven Kalmar forklift trucks for Greece

10th July 2009

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Liebherr is playing an important role in the 2014 Winter Olympics to be hosted in Sochi, Russia.

8th July 2009

Liebherr in Olympics

8th July 2009