60m will be spent on upgrading Devonport. Credit: TasPorts TasPorts has unveiled its Port Master Plan to spend AUS$200m in port infrastructure improvements over the next 15 years. It will focus investment on providing greater capacity and capability at the four major ports of Bell Bay, Burnie, Devonport and Hobart. TasPorts’ chief… Read more »
According to Martek Marine, terrorist use of drones deploying explosives is already well documented and the potential for a drone to deliver an explosive charge through the deck of an oil/gas tanker with potentially catastrophic results is a stark reality. Recent years have seen a massive advance in drone endurance, range and payload capacity… Read more »
KVH Industries’ approach to reducing cyber risk includes a cohesive group of initiatives, with seafarer training a primary focus. As the maritime industry turns to digitalization to help improve operational efficiency, there is increasing awareness of the importance of protecting networks and vessels from cyber risks. KVH Industries, Inc., has announced “6-Level Cybersecurity,” a cohesive… Read more »
Stena Oil has signed an agreement to create a new marine fuel terminal in the Port of Frederikshavn which will be fully adapted for the new Sulphur Directive 2020. Stena Oil is to build Scandinavia’s largest bunkering terminal on 38,000 square metre site at the Port of Frederikshavn The location of the new terminal… Read more »
A major contract for the expansion of the Lindø port of Odense in Denmark has been awarded to a consortium comprising the Belgian company of Jan de Nul and local contractor Züblin A/S. The new land area for the port will be created by infilling the area with sand, soil and gravel This… Read more »
Seagoing vessel access to ports on eastern Sweden’s Lake Malaren is due to be substantially improved reports David Tinsley. The access is set to be improved by the creation of a larger lock and deeper channel through the Sodertalje Canal, together with the modification and deepening of the Malaren fairways. By allowing the passage… Read more »
One of Europe’s most significant waterway projects has been completed in Germany and will, officials say, improve shipping to and from major ports and points inland, writes Tom Todd. Motor ship buildup at the Sülfeld Suedschleuse on Germany’s Mittellandkanal (Photo: Tom Todd) Work on renovating the 80 km long Eastern Sector (Osthaltung) of Germany’s… Read more »
As Carnival Corporation’s first ships of the season arrive in the Arctic, an international coalition of environmental groups has joined together to call on the cruise giant to stop using one of the world’s cheapest and dirtiest fossil fuels — heavy fuel oil — on ships travelling in the fragile Arctic and sub-Arctic waters. The… Read more »
Port equipment manufacturer Liebherr has developed a new low-voltage frequency converter system which promises significant reduction in energy consumption and emissions. Liebherr has a new low-voltage frequency converter system for marine applications called Liduro Marine Photo: Liebherr Liduro Marine LCU 300 has been developed for vessels with a drive power of up to 5,000… Read more »
Michele Witthaus finds out about South Africa’s proposed new sustainable KwaZulu Cruise Terminal at the Port of Durban. A new cruise terminal is a perfect opportunity to build in features that ensure long-term sustainability. Whereas existing terminals often struggle to retrofit green technologies, with a new development it is possible to plan effectively from… Read more »
