Study: ‘Just-in-time’ concept saves thousands of CO2 tonnes

If sea-going vessels were better informed about the availability of berths and adapted their speed accordingly, substantial savings could be made in terms of fuel and CO2 emissions, according to a study commissioned by the Port of Rotterdam Authority and research institute TNO.

If sea-going vessels are regularly kept informed –particularly during the last twelve hours before arrival– about exactly when their berth will become available, they will be able to adapt their sailing speed accordingly.

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https://safety4sea.com/study-just-in-time-concept-saves-thousands-of-co2-tonnes/

Vancouver port extends voluntary slowdown period for tier 2 vessels

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority announced it is extending the voluntary 15-knot speed reduction through the First Narrows that was introduced in July, in a bid to ensure the safety of all boaters operating in port waters.

The voluntary slowdown applies to all tier 2 vessels, which includes any vessel not under pilotage:

  • recreational power boats,
  • fishing boats,
  • sailboats
  • tugs,
  • ferries, and
  • whale watching boats, among others.
  • deep-sea vessels, which already follow a speed restriction of 10...

https://safety4sea.com/vancouver-port-extends-voluntary-slowdown-period-for-tier-2-vessels/

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