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NewsSpotting the weak links in the chain
As more and more gate automation systems become an integral part of the terminal’s production, so any problem with one individual process can quickly have an impact on the entire terminal operation, says Anton Bernaerd, business development manager at CAMCO Technologies in Belgium.
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NewsNo way to ‘cut and paste’
Every operation is different and there is no way to ‘cut and paste’ from one port to another, says John Lund of Visy.
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NewsMixed messages
Partners, competitors, or a bit of both? The overlap of gate solution, terminal operating and third party systems is causing confusion. Felicity Landon reports
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NewsA fit of conscience
Stevie Knight asks how important social awareness is in today''s tighter tender processes
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Ticking the green boxes
One grab factor that has to be taken into account nowadays is that of the environment – when a crane handles dusty material, this is always going to pose problems such as dust pollution and spillage.
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NewsGift of the grab
The unsung crane grab is an integral element for ensuring fast, effective bulk handling. John Bensalhia reports
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NewsA market in waiting
Iraq''s long-awaited reconstruction boom has yet to materialise, as Karen Thomas discovers
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NewsDip in demand just a blip
Following a stellar 2010, global volumes of sea-air cargo have declined this year.
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NewsUplifted by sea-air
Numerous bodies need to be on the same wavelength for sea-air shipping to function efficiently, writes Michael King
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NewsThe roller coaster biodiesel ride
Switching to biodiesel is ‘rather easy’, according to the Port of Seattle''s Mary Ann Lobdell.
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NewsFuel the debate
Opting for alternative fuels might seem a straightforward ‘green’ move but, as Felicity Landon reports, ports need to consider some complex issues
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Technology distracted
Silke Schael of Goetting explains that although there are a number of systems that have been developed for guiding AGVs, many have evolved from factories, and not all of them are suitable for ports and terminals.
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NewsThe unexplored arena of remote facilities
Many of the more congested ports, especially those in city centres, are looking at remote facilities where boxes can be processed – and automated guided vehicles could, possibly, provide an interesting transport option.
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NewsMaking the switch
Flexibility beyond the traditional container stacking role has shaken up the reachstacker market. Alex Hughes reports
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NewsMaking communications count
GSM-equipped reachstackers are becoming more common as operators look to improve communications and diagnostics of units.
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NewsGet with the programme
The interface between automated vehicles and non-automated vehicles is often the weak link in the chain, finds Stevie Knight
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NewsComplete cross-border co-operation
Copenhagen and Malmo must represent the ultimate cooperation between ports – they made history ten years ago when they merged to form one company in two countries, Copenhagen Malmö Port.
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NewsTeaming up
Strategic partnerships, joint marketing alliances, MoUs … cooperation between ports can mean a lot of different things. Felicity Landon explains
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NewsPIANC speed checks to aid designers
PIANC - the global organisation providing guidance for sustainable infrastructure for ports – is part way through a study of vessel approach speeds that will be invaluable for fender designers.
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NewsBetter protected
Fender failure can be avoided with shrewd purchasing and better sector regulation. Dave and Iain MacIntyre report
