Ports & Terminals

Back to work planning in updated WPSP COVID19 guidance document for ports

Back to work planning in updated WPSP COVID19 guidance document for ports

Fourth edition of the guidance created by ports for ports now available on WPSP COVID19 Information Portal

Active since March and with a dedicated information portal since early April, the World Ports Sustainability Program’s COVID19 Task Force has just released its latest version of its guidance document for ports. It can be found under the frequently asked question :

WHERE DO I FIND OPERATIONAL GUIDANCE AS A PORT BASED...

https://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2020/05/18/back-to-work-planning-in-updated-wpsp-covid19-guidance-document-for-ports/

Is your port playing a role in attracting innovation and local start-ups to be part of the port ecosystem? Submit your project for the ESPO Award 2020

Is your port playing a role in attracting innovation and local start-ups to be part of the port ecosystem? Submit your project for the ESPO Award 2020

The ESPO Award on Social Integration of Ports is entering its 12th edition. The theme of this year is “Enhancing the port-city relationship by encouraging innovators and local start-ups to be part of the port ecosystem”.

Innovation is key for European ports if they want to prepare for a zero-carbon and digital future. Most European ports are...

https://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2020/05/15/is-your-port-playing-a-role-in-attracting-innovation-and-local-start-ups-to-be-part-of-the-port-ecosystem-submit-your-project-for-the-espo-award-2020/

UK freight forwarders give cautious welcome to Government’s planned investment in transport infrastructure

Robert Keen

UK freight forwarders give cautious welcome to Government’s planned investment in transport infrastructure

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has given a cautious welcome to the news that the UK Government will commit to invest some £2 billion in the UK’s transport infrastructure.

BIFA Director General, Robert Keen, says: “We have regularly said that there has been a distinct lack of investment in the UK transport infrastructure network over many years.

“Prior to the...

https://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2020/05/15/uk-freight-forwarders-give-cautious-welcome-to-governments-planned-investment-in-transport-infrastructure/

Navis Examines State of Terminals Worldwide Amidst COVID-19…

Navis Examines State of Terminals Worldwide Amidst COVID-19: Customer Survey Identifies Remote Operations as Critical for Continued Operations Around the Globe 

Oakland, CA — May 8, 2020 — As COVID-19 remains prevalent around the world, terminals have had to adapt their business strategies to meet the challenges brought on by the pandemic, according to industry research done by  Navis, a part of Cargotec Corporation, the provider of operational technologies and services that unlock greater...

https://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2020/05/15/navis-examines-state-of-terminals-worldwide-amidst-covid-19/

PEMA provides key insights for STS crane operators

PEMA provides key insights for STS crane operators

In response to the growing technical demands made on Ship-to-Shore (STS) cranes driven by the growth in the size of container vessels, the Port Equipment Manufacturers Association (PEMA) has released a detailed information paper that provides practical guidance on the safe and efficient operation of STS cranes in the age of “mega” container ships.

Hoist Winch Gearboxes and Brakes on STS Cranes key offers commentary and practical advice for...

https://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2020/05/13/pema-provides-key-insights-for-sts-crane-operators/

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