Terminals

DP World India launches dedicated Mundra rail service

DP World India has started a dedicated rail freight service linking the Sachana-Ahmedabad Inland Container Depot (ICD) to the port of Mundra. Operating twice weekly, every Tuesday and Friday, the new service aims to support exports and imports moving to and from Ahmedabad and surrounding regions by offering a specialised train service, with an assured transit of 24 hours. 

This initiative is expected to result in approximately a 65% reduction in CO2 emissions. Furthermore, cargo owners utilising...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/dp-world-india-launches-dedicated-mundra-rail-service/

Al-Faw deal signed by AD Ports

AD Ports has entered into an important preliminary agreement with the General Company for Ports of Iraq (GCPI) to establish a joint venture to develop Al-Faw Grand Port and its economic zone. The agreement also sets a framework for the potential investment, management and operation of other ports, economic zones and related infrastructure, in Iraq.

The new joint venture is set to bring together the expertise of both entities to attract international terminal operators, foster trade relations and...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/al-faw-deal-signed-by-ad-ports/

Adani Ports hits new cargo record

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) handled a total cargo throughput of 420 million tonnes in the 2024 financial year ending 31st March, 24% higher than the previous 12 months, and a record for the group. It also handled its highest ever monthly cargo volume of over 38 million tonnes in March this year.

Ten of its ports and terminals handled record cargo volumes over the course of the financial year, incuding Mundra, Tuna, Hazira, Mormugao, Karaikal, Ennore, Kattupalli, Krishnapatnam,...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/adani-ports-hits-new-cargo-record/

Honda selects APM Terminals Pipavav as export gateway

Ro-ro traffic at APM Terminals Pipavav is set to increase significantly as it has been chosen as the primary gateway for Honda to export its new mid-size SUV to Japan. The made-in-India Honda Elevate was launched in the Japanese market under the brand name WR-V in March this year.

This is the first time that a Honda model has been exported from India to Japan, representing a significant milestone for India’s automotive industry. APM Terminals Pipavav partnered with NYK Line and Auto Logistics...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/honda-selects-apm-terminals-pipavav-as-export-gateway/

Aqaba dangerous goods yard deal signed

Aqaba Container Terminal and Aqaba Development Corporation have joined forces to manage and operate a hazardous materials yard in the Aqaba Special Economic Zone. 

Through this collaboration, Aqaba Container Terminal will manage the first dedicated yard for dangerous goods in Aqaba on behalf of Aqaba Development Corporation, applying international standards in the handling and temporary storage of containers classified as hazardous. The yard boasts advanced features, including self-extinguishing...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/aqaba-dangerous-goods-yard-deal-signed/

Port of Salalah trials solution to freshwater scarcity

The Port of Salalah, Oman, is piloting an innovative solution to tackle freshwater scarcity together with its major client, Maersk. Existing freshwater generator systems aboard cargo ships produce potable water by distilling sea water using waste heat energy harnessed from their engines. This water is now being stored and excess water is being delivered to the port during berthing.

Traditionally, this system has been used to generate water only for onboard consumption, but this untapped...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/port-of-salalah-trials-solution-to-freshwater-scarcity/

Aqaba Container Terminal renews partnership with food poverty charity

Aqaba Container Terminal (ACT) has recently renewed its partnership with Tikyet Um Ali, a non-governmental and non-profit organisation established in 2003 that aims to combat food poverty in Jordan.

Commenting on this occasion, ACT’s CEO, Soren Jensen, said, “We are very proud of our long-standing partnership with Tkiyet Um Ali and happy to work with an organization that shares our vision to support the neediest in the community. Through this partnership, we are able to have a positive impact in...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/aqaba-container-terminal-renews-partnership-with-food-poverty-charity/

GPPL celebrates 25 years of LPG handling

APM Terminals Pipavav (GPPL) has recently marked a significant milestone as it celebrated 25 years of handling Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) at the port. This achievement is based around a long-standing partnership between GPPL and Aegis Vopak Terminals Limited.

As well as enabling the onward movement of LPG cargoes by rail since 2022, GPPL is currently investing in a new liquid berth to cater to the increasing demand for liquid cargoes. This follows an enhancement of its liquid berth capability...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/gppl-celebrates-25-years-of-lpg-handling/

New Turkey service for RSGT

Leading Jeddah container terminal operator, Red Sea Gateway Terminal (RSGT), recently welcomed the first call of the Istanbul-based Turkon Line’s new Türkiye-Red Sea Service, with the arrival of the 1,145 TEU capacity Leyla Kalkavanon March 11th. The weekly service links the ports of Mersin and Iskenderun in Turkey with the ports of Aqaba and Jeddah in the Red Sea region.

RSGT last month set a new terminal record for containers handled on a single vessel with 15,951 TEU moved onto and off of...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/new-turkey-service-for-rsgt/

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