All Port Strategy articles in Web Issue – Page 414
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Crisis deepens at Valparaíso
The president of Empresa Portuaria Valparaíso (EPV), Raul Celis, has resigned, citing "diagnostic differences" with Chile''s Ministry of Transport and Telecommunications regarding the ongoing strike at the port.
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Caldera invests with an eye on Argentina
In northern Chile, the privately owned and operated Puerto Caldera Terminal is to invest $23m in both new handling equipment and expanded facilities to cater to growth in export fruit traffic which rose from 30,000 tonnes last year to 50,000 tonnes in 2018.
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Expiry date set for Buenos Aires terminals
In Argentina, Transport Minister Guillermo Dietrich has signed the necessary paperwork to bring the expiry of all container terminal concessions in the Port of Buenos Aires into alignment.
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NewsSetting robust joint venture terms
HFW’s Craig Grant discusses the key considerations from a private company perspective when entering into a joint venture
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Supporting crane safety
COMMENT: An updated recommended minimum safety features for quay container cranes document, which incorporates the latest technologies, will soon be released, writes Laurence Jones.
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NewsAdvancing the role of women
The campaign to encourage more women into ports is gathering pace. Felicity Landon reports
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NewsTime for a Middle East rethink
Despite their world-class reputation, the region’s ports may need to re-evaluate their offering. Stevie Knight reports
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NewsCortés positions itself for the future
Alex Hughes examines the Honduran plan that will support growth at its key hub
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NewsProblems with public port access
COMMENT: This issue, I’d like to tackle a social aspect in the interaction between port and neighbourhood, writes Charles Haine.
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NewsTaking sustainability to the next level
Michele Witthaus reports on a trend towards collaborative port initiatives for sustainability.
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Ensuring fuel stability
COMMENT: Top level shipping executives have been exposed to more technology and operational type issues in the past year than ever before, writes Barry Parker.
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NewsFenders: Much more than a berth protector
Dave MacIntyre finds out why fender evolution has demanded a review of current best practices
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NewsMixed outlook for South American volumes
Ports in the region are battling strikes, legal battles and fluctuating throughput. Alex Hughes reports
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NewsAll the right moves
Ports are increasingly having to consider mobility of people as well as freight. Felicity Landon reports
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NewsPorts left choking on empties
Alex Hughes reports on strategies to reduce empty container backlogs that clog up the quay
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NewsShaking up bulk storing options
Growth in direct loading and off-site storage of commodities is set to continue, finds John Bensalhia
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NewsUS falls back on barging basics
New York''s plan for boxes on barges shines a light on a neglected form of transport, finds Martin Rushmere
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NewsMapping future port ecosystem talent
Maurice Jansen outlines a new project to position maritime talent as a force for change for ports
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NewsHappy holidays from Port Strategy
Port Strategy would like to wish all readers a very happy festive season and a very happy and prosperous 2019.
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NewsSecurity concerns prompt Haifa investigation
In a move that could have repercussions for China’s investment in overseas ports, Israel has launched a review into a Chinese deal to develop part of the port of Haifa, amid US security concerns.
