World News – Page 29
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NewsNew port network system rolls out across UK
A new port community network is rolling out across the UK, helping future-proof port technology
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NewsNew LTE network comes online at Tacoma
The rollout of a new Nokia LTE wireless network at the Port of Tacoma has reduced the hardware footprint by 91%
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NewsValencia promotes cruise services
The Port Authority of València has participated in two major events to address challenges faced by ports and cruise operators
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NewsEU ETS solution for shippers launches
A new integrated solution promises to help ship owners comply with the coming EU ETS regime
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NewsExpediting the US National Maritime Single Window plan
It’s hoped that Georgia’s proactive approach will serve as an example for other US ports
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NewsMajor French port upgrade gets under way
A €17 million port transformation has begun in Cherbourg as part of a larger project to connect southwest France to the British Isles and Spain
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NewsThe plan for India’s new mega-container terminal
DP World is gearing up its operations to cater for future trade demand
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NewsNigeria Initiative
Nigeria has established the Marine and Blue Economy Ministry as a wholly separate entity to the Transport Ministry. This follows on from recognition of the escalating requirement to…
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NewsQTerminals Rotterdam
Qatar-headquartered QTerminals Group has concluded the purchase of a 90 per cent stake in Kramer Group…
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NewsAD Ports Invests
AD Ports Group is set to invest in the Multifunctional Marine Terminal in Kuryk Port, Kazakhstan. AD Ports has signed an agreement with Semurg Invest LLP…
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NewsGovernment to government deal in Dar es Salaam stirs controversy
The fall out from a move by the Emirate of Dubai to try to secure the management of Tanzania port facilities, including facilities in the main port of Dar es Salaam, continues to rain down.
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NewsAlso a player in the Dar debacle…
The Adani Ports and SEZ (APSEZ) division is additionally noteworthy today for its interest in securing the concession…
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NewsSimandou iron ore export project : progress on rail and port capacity
Rio Tinto and the Simfer joint venture (Simfer) have reached an important milestone by concluding key agreements with the Republic of Guinea and Winning Consortium Simandou (WCS) on the trans-Guinean infrastructure for the Simandou iron ore project.
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NewsVadhavan is Go
A new deepwater port at Vadhavan, India has reportedly received approvals to commence construction. The new facility…
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NewsElectric Barcelona
The government of Spain has awarded APM Terminals (APMT) Barcelona €3.9 million (US$4.3 million) to help finance an…
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NewsNew integrated rail yard for jnpt
Nhava Sheva Port (JNPT) is supporting all five container terminals with a new rail yard capable of handling double-stack freight trains.
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NewsWestports AGVs?
Westports Malaysia is investigating the viability of using electric Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) in the future. The operator has been…
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NewsEvergreen Deal
Global container operator, Evergreen, has acquired a 20 per cent stake in Euromax, one of the existing terminals at the…
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NewsMSC Withdraws
Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) has withdrawn its interest in buying Terminal Darsena…
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NewsCambodia climbs the ladder
With the manufacturing shift out of China continuing, AJ Keyes assesses how Cambodia is developing as an option, especially in the garments and apparel business, and what it means for the country’s ports
