Operations News – Page 66
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NewsLook beyond trade war, advises Drewry
The US-China trade war may continue to dominate headlines but there are macro-economic factors at work which are “more important” in determining future trade patterns, a ports expert has said.
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NewsTHE ROUTE AHEAD - MULTI-TRAILER DEMAND CONTINUING
How are multi trailer tractors and trucks putting ports in the driving seat? John Bensalhia looks at some of the more notable developments in this sector
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NewsTricks of the trailers shows benefits of multiple box moves
John Bensalhia investigates how multi trailers and multi trailer systems can benefit ports in terms of cost, safety and efficiency
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NewsKNOCK-DOWN OR FULLY ERECT – A TERMINAL VIEW
There are two main methods of delivering quay and yard cranes, either fully-assembled or in knock-down form. Barry Cross investigates which option terminal operators prefer and why
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NewsMitigation steps needed against crane knockdowns
Dave MacIntyre investigates the impact and procedures when a crane is knocked down and considers common causes, plus the consequences that may follow.
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NewsAdriatic existing players strengthen their hand
Established container handling centres in the northern Adriatic – Koper, Trieste and Rijeka – are all busy adding new capacity while Venice also has an ambitious plan
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NewsAlternative dredging funding to the fore
Economically viable dredging projects that have languished from a lack of funds could now get a kick start, as Stevie Knight discovers.
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NewsUS port moves closer to zero-emission target
A Californian port is meeting and exceeding all 2023 targets for reducing primary pollutants while cargo volumes continue to rise.
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NewsAI explored by ports partnership
A ports partnership which aims to realise the vision of a smart, interconnected and digital port ecosystem aims to accelerate the smart adoption of AI in the port sector.
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NewsSustainability and CSR rewarded
A major terminal operator has won an award for its sustainability reporting and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
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NewsIncentives needed for CO2-neutral transition
European policy makers have been alerted to the need for incentives so ports can make the transition towards CO2-neutral status.
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NewsCall for more IMO engagement with ports
More dialogue with ports and more involvement from port-related stakeholders at IMO is necessary, maritime stakeholders have agreed.
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NewsUS port cuts emissions despite being busier
Efforts by a California port to reduce air pollution have paid off, with the latest analysis showing an 87% cut in diesel emissions despite increased throughput.
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NewsClimate action congress plans underway
Plans for the first World Ports Climate Action Programme (WPCAP) congress are underway and being organised by a pioneering European port.
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NewsPorts need to be part of ‘Green Deal’
Talk of a ‘Green Deal’ in the European Parliament has prompted a call to recognise the role that ports can play in policymaking.
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NewsPort operator is “cautiously optimistic”
A major global port operator has said it plans to continue building its global terminal network and search for opportunities to acquire overseas terminals as it published its financial results for the six months ended 30 June 2019.
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NewsTug designs match innovation with power
Ship sizes are increasing, and this means innovative tug-handling capabilities are needed at ports. Dave MacIntyre investigates current tug options and possible future trends.
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NewsTaking the measure of dust emissions
Measuring dust is one thing, identifying how much of it is your responsibility is quite another. Felicity Landon reports
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NewsDialogue and collaboration – the key to short sea success
Short sea shipping has a lot to be optimistic about - provided it can stay competitive by maintaining an air of communication and collaboration.
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NewsPorts are targeting higher standards for health and safety
John Bensalhia investigates the implications, benefits and challenges connected with the ISO 45001 health and safety standard for ports and understands why ports regard the process as a beneficial one
