Port Strategy News – Page 277
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NewsPushing Port Development in Indonesia
A World Bank project in Indonesia is seeking to reduce costs and improve supply-chain reliability – but are ports the chokepoint in the system, asks Gordon Feller.
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NewsOnshore power draft guidelines under review
Draft guidelines on safe operation of onshore power supply to ships are set to be finalised shortly.
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NewsUK port moves closer to green dual fuel first
A UK port says it’s getting closer to becoming the UK’s first port to provide shore side power and ship-to-ship LNG bunkering for cruise ships.
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NewsExploiting the opportunities in short sea shipping
The Port of Antwerp is adding another string to its bow – it’s increasing its short sea shipping offering to attract new cargo streams, offer an end-to-end multimodal solution for customers and shield itself from negative market impacts.
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NewsAutomation project targets capacity increase
Container terminal automation work at a New Zealand port will be complete within six months.
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NewsUK port joins data-sharing partnership
The first UK port has joined a data-sharing ports partnership that aims to improve efficiency and reduce the costs of trade, as well as carbon emissions.
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NewsDriving down handling emissions dockside
A Californian port is testing the ability of electric top handlers to reduce emissions and handle the rigors of operating in a real-world environment.
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NewsPush for energy efficiency in Indian ports
The Indian government has urged action to make ports more energy efficient and environmentally friendly.
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NewsRenewable energy project expands
Developers of a renewable energy system at a port in Israel will shortly commence new testing in Gibraltar.
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NewsRequest for more UK Coronavirus support
The British ports industry is requesting further support for port health authorities to enable them to be fully prepared for any emergency controls that need to be implemented as a result of the Coronavirus.
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NewsEnvironmental monitoring helps African ports
OceanWise has installed an environmental monitoring system at two African ports to help them make smart operational decisions and investments.
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NewsDeal to commercialise oil spill technology
A material made from waste cooking oil and sulphur that can soak up oil spills and other pollution looks set to be commercialised.
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NewsFrench port backs shore power research
A French port is supporting an initiative to research technologies to enhance sustainable operations and improve air quality with a particular focus on shore power implementation.
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NewsCall for papers closes tomorrow
You have just one day left to submit your abstract and secure a place on the programme for GreenPort Cruise & Congress, taking place from 14-16 October 2020.
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NewsJV to develop New Zealand port
A new joint venture in development will aim to bring the Ruakura Inland Port to fruition within two years.
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NewsCanadian ports disrupted by rail blockades
Canadian ports are experiencing significant disruption as a result of rail blockades established in opposition to a natural gas pipeline project.
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NewsKey trends going into 2020
COMMENT: Never is there a better time than the turn of the year to do a Crtl+Alt+Del, writes Charles Haine.
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NewsLow emission shallow draft port vessels
A new range of shallow draft survey vessel promises to bring greater usability and lower emissions to port operations.
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NewsTaichung strikes offshore wind deal
Taiwan’s Port of Taichung has struck an offshore wind development deal with an energy company.
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NewsTransport investment to benefit Australian ports
Infrastructure Australia’s 2020 Infrastructure Priority List looks promising for port transport projects.
