Shippers association Gemini Shippers Group has become the latest organization to enter the Blockchain in Transport Alliance
https://www.porttechnology.org/news/blockchain_alliance_welcomes_leading_logistics_group
Global Issues
Singapore Launches Phase Two of Next-Gen Port Project
A second phase of development at the Port of Tuas, Singapore’s next-generation trade hub, has commenced
https://www.porttechnology.org/news/singapore_launches_phase_two_of_next_gen_port_project
Singapore Launches Phase Two of Tuas Project
A second phase of development at the Port of Tuas, Singapore’s next-generation trade hub, has commenced
https://www.porttechnology.org/news/singapore_launches_phase_two_of_next_gen_port_project
WATCH: Hyperloop on the Hill
Virgin Hyperloop One have released a video of ‘Hyperloop on the Hill’ even Washington DC, where it demonstrated the potential of the high-speed transportation technology to members of the US Congress.
https://www.porttechnology.org/news/watch_hyperloop_on_the_hill
E2open Completes Acquisition of Cloud Software Leader
E2open, a provider of intelligent supply chain solutions, has completed its acquisition of cloud-based software specialist Amber Road
https://www.porttechnology.org/news/e2open_completes_acquisition_of_cloud_software_leader
Eco-Shipping Pioneer to Build Sail-Powered Cargo Fleet
Sail-powered cargo ships, the latest potential eco-friendly innovation for the maritime industry, appears to be a step closer to being a reality after NEOLINE, a shipping company committed to pioneering green technologies, awarded the contract to build its first vessels to Neopolia.
https://www.porttechnology.org/news/eco_shipping_pioneer_to_build_sail_powered_cargo_fleet
Worldwide LNG Coalition Adds First US Port
SEALNG, a collaborative foundation seeking to further the use of LNG within the shipping sector, has welcomed Virginia as its first US port member
https://www.porttechnology.org/news/worldwide_lng_coalition_adds_first_us_port
Abu Dhabi Ports Agrees Indian Ocean Partnership
A cooperation agreement has been signed by Abu Dhabi Ports and the Mauritius Ports Authority, with both organizations planning to pool expertise
https://www.porttechnology.org/news/abu_dhabi_ports_agrees_indian_ocean_partnership
Wilhelmshaven Joins Indian Pioneer’s Digital Eco-System
The Port of Wilhelmshaven, Germany, has struck a partnership with Indian company FreightBro as part of an initiative to accelerate the digital transformation of shipping and the wider supply chain.
https://www.porttechnology.org/news/wilhelmshaven_joins_indian_pioneers_digital_eco_system
COSCO Announces Huge Merger of Chinese Terminals
COSCO Shipping Ports has announced the signing of a merger agreement with Tianjin Port Holdings and China Merchants International Terminals
https://www.porttechnology.org/news/cosco_announces_huge_merger_of_chinese_terminals