Port of Newcastle

Port of Newcastle proceeds with Clean Energy Transition project

The Port of Newcastle has achieved a significant milestone in its Clean Energy Precinct (CEP) initiative, securing agreements to proceed with Front End Engineering Designs (FEED) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS).

These agreements are funded by a US$100 million grant from the Commonwealth Government.

CEO Craig Carmody, alongside Federal Member for Newcastle Sharon Claydon MP, marked the occasion at the Australian port, highlighting its importance for the Hunter Region’s future.

The...

https://container-news.com/port-of-newcastle-proceeds-with-clean-energy-transition-project/

Australian government prioritises Port Botany, drops Kembla and Newcastle plans

Uncertain trade levels and, consequently, freight volumes have led to an interim report from Australia’s Freight Reform Panel to advise the cutting of government support for a new container facility at Port Kembla.

The Freight Reform Panel, which consists of Dr Kerry Schott AO, Lucio Di Bartolomeo, and Dr Hermione Parsons, published Freight Policy Reform: Interim Directions, this week, and advised Canberra to take a wait-and-see approach to port upgrades.

Activities at both Newcastle and Port...

https://container-news.com/australian-government-prioritises-port-botany-drops-kembla-and-newcastle-plans/

OneStop to implement container management solutions at Port of Newcastle

OneStop, a supply chain optimisation solution provider, has entered a strategic partnership with the Port of Newcastle to transform the port’s container freight operations.

Starting from 5 August, the cutting-edge OneStop Modal and Vehicle Booking System (VBS) solutions will be implemented at the Australian port.

OneStop’s advanced solutions are expected to revolutionise the Port of Newcastle by improving operational efficiency, streamlining container movements, and optimising traffic flow...

https://container-news.com/onestop-to-implement-container-management-solutions-at-port-of-newcastle/

Newcastle welcomes new regular caller – Neptune Pacific Direct Line!

The Port of Newcastle has welcomed its first regular container caller, with Neptune Pacific Direct Line (NPDL) vessel, the Capitaine Dampier, arriving on what will be an initial monthly call […]

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https://www.shippingaustralia.com.au/newcastle-welcomes-new-regular-caller-neptune-pacific-direct-line/

Clean energy partnerships at Port of Newcastle

During a visit by Minister for Climate Change and Energy of Australia, Chris Bowen, Port of Newcastle reported that 30 supporting partnerships will underpin its advancement towards the enablement of a world-class clean energy economy in the Hunter Region.

The partnerships are in sync with the support of the Commonwealth Government, with the Port securing a US$100 million grant in the 2022 federal budget for the Clean Energy Precinct.

Port of Newcastle has signed 15 Memoranda of Understanding...

https://container-news.com/clean-energy-partnerships-at-port-of-newcastle/

MOL, MHI lead the 30-strong partnership pack in propelling Port of Newcastle into clean energy future

Australia’s Port of Newcastle has formalized 30 partnerships with domestic and multi-national organizations aimed […]

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Port of Newcastle container terminal bill passes through both the lower and upper house

Pictured: the Port of Newcastle at Walsh Point on the Hunter River. Picture supplied by the Port of Newcastle.

A controversial Bill that could remove a financial penalty imposed on the Port of Newcastle, which prevents it from developing a container terminal, will now pass into law.

It’s been a fast-moving week in the NSW Parliament, with the “Port of Newcastle (Extinguishment of Liability) Bill 2022“, being substantially re-written by the NSW State Government, then passed in the Lower House...

https://www.shippingaustralia.com.au/port-of-newcastle-container-bill-passes-lower-house/

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