South America
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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
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NewsMSC firms up big Brazilian investment…
London-listed Ocean Wilsons Holdings has confirmed it is selling its 56.47% interest in Brazilian port and maritime logistics operator, Wilson Sons, to Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) in a deal worth US$768 million.
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NewsSmartportLab joins innovation network
The Port Innovators Network has welcomed SmartportLab from Argentina, expanding its global reach
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NewsShibataFenderTeam aids Port of Callao expansion
ShibataFenderTeam has supplied custom cone fenders for the Port of Callao’s major terminal expansion project
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NewsPhase Four of Porto Itapoá expansion begins
Porto Itapoá aims to become South America’s largest terminal by 2033 with the fourth phase in its expansion project
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NewsCMA CGM set for takeover of Santos Brasil operations
After one of the longest courtships in port terminal history, involving many suitors, it looks like Santos Brasil will finally be taken over by French based liner company CMA CGM, for an initial outlay of around US$1.12BN and an eventual cost of approximately US$2.26BN.
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NewsRiver Amazon resourcefulness
With access to the jungle port of Manaus restricted by low water levels in the River Amazon a highly creative solution has been developed to keep essential supply lines open. Rob Ward charts an unfolding story
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NewsAAPA launches Latin America initiative
AAPA has launched AAPA Latin America to enhance regional engagement, focusing on trade efficiency and economic growth
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NewsNew berth opens at Puerto Bolívar
A new container berth and yard has officially opened at Puerto Bolívar in Ecuador, marking a significant milestone in the port terminal’s modernisation
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Montevideo controversy
Rob Ward examines the pros and cons of the increasingly public dispute between Montecon and Katoen Natie over terminal operating rights in Montevideo
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NewsEcuador: harmony sought
The turbulence now prevailing in Ecuador – spanning economics, business agility, security and other issues - is mirrored in the country’s maritime port sector which in recent years has a seen a significant injection of new capacity but left in its trail fundamental differences between the various terminals, particularly container terminals.
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NewsSAAM Simulator
SAAM Terminals has invested US$500,000 in a new state-of-the-art simulator from CM Labs Simulators…
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NewsEcuador: Harmony sought
The turbulence now prevailing in Ecuador – spanning economics, business agility, security and other issues - is mirrored in the country’s maritime port sector
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NewsPeru’s megaport to set new standards
Peru is set to transform its port infrastructure and boost the economy with the development of a new megaport at Chancay
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NewsSFT equips Guyana’s newest port
A new port in Guyana is being equipped with ShibataFenderTeam solutions
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NewsFirst vacuum mooring for South America
Cavotec has installed an automated vacuum mooring system in Chile, reportedly the first such installation at a South American container terminal
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NewsDP World completes Peru expansion
DP World has completed a major US$400 million expansion project at the Port of Callao in Peru, boosting container handling capacity at the South Terminal by 80%
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NewsSAAM Terminals invests in crane operator training
SAAM Terminals has invested US$500,000 in a state-of-the-art simulator from Canadian firm CM Lab Simulators
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NewsDP World invests in South America
DP World is investing in its port terminals in Peru and Ecuador to enhance capacity and operational efficiency
