Ports that want to become ‘smart’ need to use technologies that automatically adapt to changing situations. However, for that to happen, there has to be a change in attitude when it comes to collaboration, which is dependent on key players — who may be in competition with one another — agreeing on methods of creating… Read more »
U.S.-based technology company Ideanomics has partnered with the Asia-Pacific Model Electronic Port Network (APMEN) Trade Tech Co. to streamline supply chains with blockchain tech. Together with APMEN Trade Tech Co., Ideanomics aims to leverage blockchain and what it calls “super artificial intelligence” to cut out “layers of middlemen” in port clearance and shipping handling for… Read more »
The European Commission is reviewing the Atlantic Strategy Action Plan in cooperation with the five countries involved (Spain, Portugal, France, UK and Ireland). A series of working sessions are being organized to promote the consultation on the future of the Atlantic Strategy and the corresponding Plan of Action. The working session in Portugal is jointly… Read more »
Hyster is developing a zero-emissions container handling truck powered by a Nuvera hydrogen fuel cell combined with a lithium-ion battery. Hyster aims to offer the fuel cell and battery powered container handler with a choice of charging options Photo: Hyster The funding, awarded by the California Air Resources Board (CARB), aims to… Read more »
Associated British Ports (ABP) will be working with a digital logistics enabler to create one of Europe’s first detailed pilot programmes to use blockchain technology to improve port connectivity. The agreement with Marine Transport International (MTI) will see ABP participating a blockchain solution to improve shipments efficiency. “This MOU with MTI is a demonstration… Read more »
A new triple-enclosed ship loading system for ore handling operations is designed to enable close to zero dust emissions. Siwertell’s ship loading system will handle zinc and lead concentrates at Dublin Port. Credit: Siwertell Capable of loading ships of up to 10,000 dwt at a continuous rated capacity of 600t/h, the Siwertell-designed system will… Read more »
DP World says it will invest in the latest green technology at its UK ports to cut emissions and reduce its carbon footprint. DP World is investing in the latest green technology at its UK ports Photo: DP World Southampton The operator has placed an order for 12 hybrid straddle carriers at its terminal… Read more »
Yuzhny port is readying itself for larger bulk carriers with the aid of Chinese-led dredging. Stevie Knight reports. Ukraine’s Yuzhny port is targeting a draft that will make it the deepest facility in the whole of the Black and Asov seas region. The long-term aim of Yuzhny is to be a hub on a competitive,… Read more »
Greek assets body the Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund plans to launch the third privatisation phase of 10 ports across Greece in autumn, with priority on four in Northern Greece, three in Attica as well as ports in Patra, Volos and Heraklio. The third phase follows the sale of the Thessaloniki Port Authority to… Read more »
Downing Street is refusing to consider proposals to have EU officials stationed at British ports serving Ireland, intended as part of a solution to the problem of the Irish border after Brexit. The compromise plan, which is under consideration by Ireland and Brussels, is aimed at “de-dramatising” the Irish border issue and reflects the fact… Read more »
