Port Strategy News – Page 274
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NewsLNG development boost at Swedish port
A multi-functional terminal for liquefied methane-based fuels including LNG will be developed at a Swedish port.
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NewsElectric forklifts cut emissions at UK port
A fleet of electric forklift trucks has arrived at a UK port as part of an ongoing effort to reduce emissions and make more use of renewable energy generated onsite.
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NewsBelgian port helps realise wind farm
Offshore wind components have arrived at a Belgian port as part of a challenge to keep the construction of a new offshore wind farm on schedule amidst the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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NewsFirst phase of 5G network for Belgian port
The first phase of a Belgian port''s 5G-ready, industrial-grade private wireless network deployment has been completed to boost digitalisation, automation and IoT-based innovation.
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NewsUS ports outlook changes to negative
A key economic outlook for the US ports sector has been revised to negative from stable due to weakened demand and persistent supply chain risk as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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NewsRTG cranes to aid efficiency at African port
Eight rubber tyre gantry (RTG) cranes will help improve efficiency and reduce emissions at an African port.
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NewsLNG investment at German Baltic ports
LNG bunkering infrastructure will be developed in ports along the German Baltic Sea coast as part of a new partnership.
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NewsNew dates announced for Coastlink 2020
As a result of the prevailing global conditions, and the most recent Government advice, Mercator Media has taken the decision to re-schedule the Coastlink conference that was due to take place in May 2020 at the Port of Antwerp.
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NewsEnvironmental protection project progresses
A project which aims to improve the environmental quality of ports and their surrounding coastal areas using innovative educational tools has demonstrated its learnings in a recent meeting.
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NewsPort authority plea for coronavirus support
A US port is seeking federal support of US$1.9bn to cover revenue losses and expenses resulting from the “extraordinary challenge” presented by the coronavirus pandemic.
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NewsIt's important to be part of the mix
COMMENT: Every February, the local and Norwegian and Greek Chambers of Commerce host an excellent conference along the East River waterfront (across from the long-gone industrial terminals in Long Island City and Greenpoint), writes Barry Parker.
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Coronavirus: making it go away!
COMMENT: If ever there is a strategy needed, it is a well thought out one to minimise the impact of the coronavirus, writes Mike Mundy.
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The ownership of port operators
COMMENT: The move of DP World''s parent company (Port and Free Zone World) to purchase shares traded on Nasdaq Dubai and delist the company is highly interesting, writes Peter de Langen.
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NewsThe Impact of the Coronavirus on Global Trade
COMMENT: In the shadow of the tariff wars the coronavirus has the potential to wreak further harm to global trade, writes Ben Hackett.
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NewsMaritime pollution guidance in the Caribbean
Senior maritime administrators in the Caribbean have been briefed on a programme which aids the prevention of maritime pollution.
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NewsCoronavirus prompts US ports to seek US$6.5bn
A group representing major US ports is seeking US$6.5bn to help stem the fallout from coronavirus (COVID-19).
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NewsEU approves transfer of terminal stakes
The EU has approved the transfer of stakes in ten port terminals as the move would have a “very limited impact’ on the market.
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NewsPort closures an “extreme” measure
A new UK bill that could see individual ports temporarily close due to the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) should only be used in extreme circumstances, a port body has said.
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NewsElectric ASV enables zero-emission operations
A German port has deployed its first autonomous surface vehicle (ASV) for water measurement with electric propulsion for zero-emission operation.
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NewsSouth American LNG terminal to be developed
A global LNG infrastructure company has signed an agreement to develop an LNG import terminal in a South American port.
