South America
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NewsHueneme and Paita ports partner
Hueneme and Paita ports are partnering to boost trade, sustainability and international cooperation
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NewsTrelleborg modernises Mexican port navigation
Trelleborg is nearing completion of a standardised navigation system rollout across 25 Mexican ports
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NewsTariffs prompt new markets
High tariffs imposed by the USA represent a troubling scenario for Brazilian exporters but they also provide impetus to consolidate trading other trading relationships, such as with China, and to seek out new markets. Rob Ward reviews the news and trend lines
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NewsAPM Terminals modernises Yucatán port
APM Terminals is investing US$160M to modernise Puerto Progreso, boosting Yucatán’s logistics and economy
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NewsSVTI unveils US$12M modernisation plan
SVTI is investing US$12 million to modernise equipment and boost efficiency, safety and competitiveness in Chile
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NewsTPG unveils advanced training simulators
Latin America has introduced advanced simulators to enhance safety, efficiency and sustainability in operations
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NewsAPMT Pecém announces major expansion
APM Terminals Pecém has reported record growth and unveiled major expansion plans
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NewsHanseatic expands into Latin America
Hanseatic Global Terminals has launched a Latin America hub in Chile, advancing global expansion and Strategy 2030 goals
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NewsThe law is an ass?
Technically it may not be misuse of the legal system but morally, matters are not so clear cut. Mike Mundy dissects the real basis of APMT’s legal challenges over Tecon 10, Santos and DC2 Durban
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NewsPeru completes major port upgrade
Peru has completed a US$95 million Port of Callao upgrade, boosting grain handling and advancing regional trade capacity
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NewsTmaz strengthens Pacific supply chain
Tmaz is emerging as a key player on the Pacific coast, reducing congestion and ensuring supply chain continuity
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NewsSAAM Terminals unveils advanced crane simulator
SAAM Terminals has introduced a cutting-edge crane simulator in Chile to train and retrain port personnel
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NewsBrazil’s first public-private dredging partnership
The first public-private dredging partnership in Brazil aims to expand Porto Itapoá and combat coastal erosion
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NewsFull steam ahead
This is the year that promises to bring to the market the STS 10 container terminal opportunity in Santos, Brazil – the so-called jewel in the crown in Brazil’s port privatisation programme. Rob Ward assesses the project parameters and prospects
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NewsCapacity Concerns? Not here….
Mexico’s container ports had a good 2024, with further volume growth. AJ Keyes assesses what expansion plans are ongoing in the country and asks whether there are expected to be any space issues moving forward?
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NewsEmbracing reefer trade
The West Coast of South America is a key part of the reefer supply chains providing many different products to global markets. AJ Keyes assesses why Chile and Peru are so integral to these trade lanes
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NewsChile: onwards and upwards
AJ Keyes looks at developments in Chile’s leading ports and asks if any change to the status quo is anticipated in this important Latin American location
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NewsShibataFenderTeam aids Nueva Palmira expansion
ShibataFenderTeam has designed an innovative fender solution for the Port of Nueva Palmira’s expansion, enhancing barge safety
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NewsFender expertise in Rio de Janeiro’s port expansion
ShibataFender is playing its part in reinforcing the critical role of fenders in advanced port infrastructure
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NewsStudy urges hub-and-spoke model for Brazil
A new study suggests Brazil’s port sector could improve logistics, efficiency and competitiveness via a ‘hub-and-spoke’ model
