Webinar series on oil spill preparedness and response launched The Global initiative for West, Central and Southern Africa, GIWACAF works alongside 22 partner countries in Africa to strengthen their national capacities for preparedness and response to oil spills. Member State audits follow-up continues The process to follow up on audits under the IMO Member State audit scheme is continuing, despite the unavoidable disruption of the audit schedule due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Further progress towards greener and safer ship recycling in Bangladesh Good progress towards greener and safer ship recycling in Bangladesh has been reported during the annual meeting for the IMO-Norway-Bangladesh project on "Safe and Environmentally Sound Ship Recycling in Bangladesh – Phase II" 54% growth in non-oil exports through Anzali port 54% growth in non-oil exports, 67% in unloading and loading and 55% in the number of incoming ships were recorded compared to the same period last year. Standards for Digital Exchange of Vessel Schedules Published by DCSA Digitization in the container shipping industry took another step forward with the publication of standards for the exchange of operational vessel schedules (OVS) released today by the Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) Moody's Downgrades its Outlook for Shipping The ratings agency Moody's has downgraded its forecast for the deep-sea shipping industry this year, and it now expects that earnings will contract by as much as 18 percent compared with 2019. The Port of Sète is En Route to Becoming a Smart Port of the Future On Thursday 2 July, the Port of Sète and its community are taking a new step towards becoming a smart port of the future. IMO Calls on Port States to Allow Seafarers Access to Medical Care IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim has endorsed a set of industry guidelines for port states on how to accommodate seafarers' medical needs in the COVID-19 era. Germany suspends Kiel Canal traffic dues to boost waterway’s competitiveness Germany’s government has taken a decision to waive the Kiel Canal traffic dues until 31 December 2020. Baleària teams up with Global Ports Holding on new passenger terminal in Valencia Spanish ferry operator Baleària has submitted a bid for the construction and operation of the new passenger terminal in the Port of Valencia, with the support of cruise terminal operator Global Ports Holding (GPH). Khamir multi-purpose port to be operational by the end of this year The multi-purpose port of Khamir, which has been built with the aim of creating an important center for mineral exports and increasing the efficiency of local and regional trade, will be operational by the end of this year. Coatings for scrubbers as important as good quality material of scrubber components Corrosion has emerged as the arch-enemy of the exhaust gas cleaning systems as the uptake of the technology rose with the entrance into force of the IMO 2020 sulphur cap. Port of Newcastle to switch to 100% renewable energy by 2021 Australian trade gateway Port of Newcastle is moving to 100% renewable energy by 2021 and is continuing to transition all its vehicles to electric by 2023. Report: Ports can be front runners of energy transition Ports can play a pivotal role in the world’s decarbonization challenge by becoming renewable energy hubs, increasing their electricity generating capacity more than tenfold in the next 30 years with the help of offshore wind and hydrogen, a new report from DNV GL finds. 21% increase in exports of goods to the Persian Gulf states through Khorramshahr Port Due to the high volume of goods entering Khorramshahr port and in order to facilitate and accelerate the export process, marine facility wharfs were added to the existing 20 wharfs of Khorramshahr port. Reducing GHG emissions from ships – discussions on short-term measures IMO remains committed to reducing GHG emissions from ships, even though the COVID-19 pandemic has led to postponements of important marine environment meetings and forced the maritime community to focus on other pressing issues, such as crew changes. Philippines opens ‘green lane’ for seafarers in Asia The Philippines opened the first “green lane” for seafarers in Asia to allow the free movement of seafarers and personnel across borders, helping alleviate the crew change crisis that has left hundreds of seafarers stranded at sea. ESPO: EU taxonomy should recognise ports’ decarbonisation, greening strategies The European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) said it supports the initial aim of the EU taxonomy framework to encourage private investors to prioritise green and sustainable investments by providing them a clear manual with common definitions. PMO Managing Director: Increase in maritime traffic; the main purpose of investment in ports Supporting investors by considering incentive policies in private investment contracts is one of the Ports and Maritime Organization's priorities, said the Deputy Minister of Roads and Urban Development. Croatia's Adriatic Gate Container Terminal Expands Capabilities Croatia's largest container terminal and one of the leaders in the region, the Adriatic Gate Container Terminal (AGCT) at the Port of Rijeka is proceeding with plans to expand its capabilities. View Count: 20 40 100 200 All Items Page 1 From 74 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10