Operations News – Page 119
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NewsWorking in all conditions
One of the advantages of hand geometry for port security is that it accurately identifies the user even if his or her hand is dirty, wet or injured, or even if the device is damp, dusty or dirty.
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NewsCelebrating uniqueness
Hand and finger print recognition can be a cost effective security solution, explains Alex Hughes
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NewsStaking its claim
Charleston stakes its claim as the obvious choice for sought-after deepening approval, finds Martin Rushmere
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NewsKey factors
What’s on the ‘shopping list’ for developers looking for a port to serve their construction projects?
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NewsHope on the horizon
With business generally looking flat or worse, many ports see the offshore wind sector as their new hope. Felicity Landon reports
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NewsPinpoint accuracy provides Antwerp solution
Positioning specialist Septentrio used a combined technology system for PSA HNN’s container yard operations at the Port of Antwerp.
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NewsThe right position
Choosing the wrong positioning technology solution can be a costly mistake, as Felicity Landon finds out
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NewsGood communicators
Stockholm takes its communications strategy seriously, as Alex Hughes finds out
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NewsProfessional capabilities should not be overlooked
Professional inspection of second hand equipment is a crucial factor to consider.
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NewsUsed but not abused
Second hand equipment has its attractions, but don''t be caught out by rogue resellers in a buyers'' market. John Bensalhia reports
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Proud to go it alone
Jakarta''s rising star isn''t looking for state handouts to fulfill its aspirations. Stevie Knight reports
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NewsPianc powers up renewables debate
PIANC Working Group 159 is focusing its work on renewable energy for ports.
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NewsPowering problems
Meeting swelling electrical demand at today''s ''greener'' ports can be challenging, as Dave and Iain MacIntyre report
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Miami seizes the future
PortMiami’s Master Plan 2035 is based on long term economic forecasts and trends for both cargo and cruise operations, and considers the physical aspects of the current built existing conditions.
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NewsNew horizons emerge
Ports are no longer mere technical challenges; they are modern day job factories says Martin Rushmere
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NewsA panacea no more
A "must-have" for hinterland development has long been seen as the establishment of export processing/free trade zones.
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NewsCustomer capture
In the hinterland chase, Europe goes international while the US sees a demography shift, as Martin Rushmere explains
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NewsGetting a headstart
Florida''s darling is investing in cargo, cruise and onward carriage. Barry Parker reports
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NewsPrediction pitfalls
It has become much more difficult to make a forecast at the macro level, and as a result people are now finding it hard to get a handle on what the future holds, says Neil Davidson of Drewry.
