All Port Strategy articles in Web Issue – Page 624
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NewsGood start to 2016 for Eco Wave Power
Israeli wave energy company, Eco Wave Power (EWP), has started 2016 on a positive note with the completion of construction at its first commercial scale power plant in Gibraltar.
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NewsBoom or bust?
Glyn Humphries, projects director at Adler and Allan, takes a brief look at why ports and harbours often underestimate what it takes to effectively deploy their Tier 1 boom during an oil spill.
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NewsBromma enjoys good year as sales increase
Sales for Swedish crane spreader specialist, Bromma, grew by 12% in 2015 helping the company to maintain its high market share with particular success in the North American market.
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NewsDutch ports appeal EU tax decision
A number of port authorities have decided to appeal the European Commission decision which states that Dutch sea ports must pay corporation tax from 1 January 2017.
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Conference
President’s Welcome
Paolo Costa, President of Venice Port Authority, to welcome attendees to the 11th GreenPort Congress.
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NewsPresident’s Welcome
Paolo Costa, President of Venice Port Authority, to welcome attendees to the 11th GreenPort Congress.
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ConferenceZero emissions Kalmar FastCharge solution
Kalmar has unveiled a new eco-friendly fast charging solution for electric powered shuttle and straddle carriers, the Kalmar FastCharge.
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NewsZero emissions Kalmar FastCharge solution
Kalmar has unveiled a new eco-friendly fast charging solution for electric powered shuttle and straddle carriers, the Kalmar FastCharge.
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NewsShipping industry signs up to pilot XVELA platform
US-based XVELA, creators of a cloud-based vessel stowage and collaboration platform for ocean carriers and terminal operators, has announced that a wave of new terminal operators and shipping lines have signed on for pilot programs to put the XVELA platform to the test.
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NewsUS government funds Virginia expansion
The US General Assembly has signed off on an unprecedented $350m state-backed bond deal giving the Port of Virginia the money it needs to expand capacity at Norfolk International Terminals, according to local reports.
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NewsPort of Vigo aims for zero waste
The Port of Vigo is edging closer to its zero waste target and setting its sights on becoming a landmark green port, writes Alice Mason, GreenPort News Reporter.
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NewsStrong financial results for DP World
DP World has announced strong financial results from its global portfolio for the year ending 31 December 2015.
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NewsLimassol port pilots on indefinite strike
Limassol port pilots have announced an indefinite strike starting on Monday April 21, 2016.
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News
Take the blinkers off
Too many variables in an industry powered by direct negotiation and awash with commercial sensitivities; they’re the main arguments defining why an independent online booking app would not work for ports.
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NewsSSI signs landmark declaration to halt wildlife trafficking
The Sustainable Shipping Initiative (SSI) – a coalition of companies from across the global shipping industry – has signed a declaration to tackle global wildlife trafficking routes.
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NewsTampa encouraged by funding increase
Port Tampa Bay commended the Florida Legislature for an increase in the minimum statuary amount for seaport funding through the Florida Seaport Transportation and Economic Development (FSTED) programme.
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NewsSCPA brings solar power to its terminals
The South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA) has announced for solar power to be implemented at the Wando Welch and Columbus Street terminals.
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NewsKalmar reduces fuel consumption and takes new RTG order
Kalmar hybrid shuttle carriers in operation at Virginia International Gateway (VIG) are reducing fuel consumption by as much as 40% over traditional diesel driveline shuttle carriers, according to new data.
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NewsTangier Med awarded EcoPort status in African first
The port of Tangier Med in Morocco has been awarded the certification ‘EcoPort’ by the European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO).
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NewsTOS system solution
Nectar Group has recently signed a ten-year agreement with Government of Sierra Leone to manage and run the bulk terminal located at Queen Elizabeth II Quay, Freetown.
