Hamburg Senate recommends Köhlbrand Bridge replacement

During the Port of Hamburg’s session on 2 April, the Senate reviewed the alternatives for the Köhlbrand crossing and decided on the construction of a new bridge.

The existing Köhlbrand Bridge has reached the end of its operational lifespan and requires replacement, according to a Port of Hamburg statement. Following an examination and evaluation of various crossing options, the Senate has opted for the construction of a new bridge.

The replacement construction will achieve a higher clearance for...

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Maersk vessel arrives in Hamburg on maiden methanol voyage

On the morning of 28 March, Ane Maersk, the world’s first large container ship capable of utilizing methanol as fuel, with a capacity of more than 16,000 TEUs, arrived at Eurogate Container Terminal Hamburg for the first time during its maiden voyage from Asia to Europe.

The Ane Maersk marks a significant milestone as the first of its kind to adopt methanol propulsion and make a call at the German port.

“Ane Maersk’s arrival at the Port of Hamburg underscores the maritime sector’s swift progress...

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SEAFAR to launch Germany’s first Remote Operations Centre

SEAFAR, a Belgian technology and service provider specializing in remote-controlled and crew-reduced inland navigation, has collaborated with project partners HGK Shipping and Reederei Deymann to establish Germany’s first Remote Operations Centre.

Located in Duisburg, Germany, the centre was officially inaugurated on 28 February with notable figures from politics, authorities, and industry in attendance. This centre aims to enable the remote control of vessels navigating inland waterways,...

https://container-news.com/seafar-to-launch-germanys-first-remote-operations-centre/

German box ports’ hinterland rail freight on uptrend

The German Federal Logistics and Mobility Office (BALM) conducted an extensive analysis on the evolution of container transportation via water and rail over an extended period.

As per the analysis, rail-based container transport in Germany witnessed a significant surge of approximately 86% from just under 4.2 million TEUs to around 7.7 million TEUs between 2005 and 2022.

This notable increase was primarily driven by favourable developments in the hinterland of the Port of Hamburg, according to...

https://container-news.com/german-box-ports-hinterland-rail-freight-on-uptrend/

Port of Hamburg sees declined container traffic in 2023

In 2023, the terminals in the Port of Hamburg handled a total of 114.3 million tonnes of goods with seaborne cargo throughput 4.7% below the level of the previous year. At the same time, container throughput amounted to 7.7 million TEUs, decreasing by 6.9%.

Despite the overall decline in cargo throughput, hinterland traffic to and from the German port remained relatively resilient in 2023. Recording a volume of 5.1 million TEUs, the hinterland traffic decrease of the port from the previous year...

https://container-news.com/port-of-hamburg-sees-declined-container-traffic-in-2023/

Hamburg boosts trade relations with India

Positive developments in economic relations between Germany and India have led to a significant uptick in imports and exports between the two countries in recent years. The Port of Hamburg anticipates setting a new record for seaborne cargo handling with India in 2023.

Capitalizing on this optimistic trend, representatives from the Port of Hamburg seized the opportunity to strengthen ties during a reception held in Mumbai, India.

“We are delighted that more than 100 guests accepted our...

https://container-news.com/hamburg-boosts-trade-relations-with-india/

New head at Port of Hamburg for Germany East region

As the new year unfolds, Roman Fürtig takes on the role of Head at the Representative Office Germany East for Port of Hamburg Marketing. Drawing on his extensive background as a historian and political scientist, he succeeds Stefan Kunze, who is set to retire at the end of April.

Roman Fürtig will be based in Berlin, overseeing market dynamics in eastern Germany. He assumes the role of the primary contact for members and businesses in this region.

Berlin will function as a strategic hub for...

https://container-news.com/new-head-at-port-of-hamburg-for-germany-east-region/

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