Ports & Logistics
EMMA ensures inland shipping a better standing in policy and society
(Posted on 15/06/18)Project EMMA, funded by the Interreg Baltic Sea Region Programme 2014–2020, has actively contributed to raising the awareness of the potential of inland navigation and giving inland waterway transport a stronger voice and better standing in policy and society. Several actions to develop inland shipping have recently taken...
BPA backs the ‘customs backstop’
(Posted on 15/06/18)The British Ports Association has welcomed the publication of the temporary customs arrangement, known as the ‘customs backstop’.Commenting on the development, the BPA Chief Executive, Richard Ballantyne, said: “This arrangement will give ports and freight operators a measure of short-term certainty. It is now...
Dunkirk gains PERS certification
(Posted on 15/06/18)In line with the commitments of the PA2D (Sustainable Development and Action Plan), Dunkerque-Port has received the EcoPorts network's PERS certification (Port Environmental Review System), granted by the ESPO (European Sea Ports Organisation).This environmental management certification, specific to the port sector, attests to correct...
Charleston’s harbour deepening project
(Posted on 15/06/18)The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has announced $49m for the Charleston Harbour Deepening Project in the Fiscal Year 18 Work Plan, critical funds that will be coupled with financial support from the State of South Carolina to further the progress of deepening the Charleston Harbor to 52ft."This funding is great news for continued...
Newcastle Bulk Terminal raises the bar
(Posted on 08/06/18)Newcastle Bulk Terminal raises the barThe Port of Newcastle is demonstrating its commitment to the diversified trades of the Port by formally launching the Newcastle Bulk Terminal at Walsh Point, Kooragang Island.The launch of the Terminal showcases a $33 million investment made by the Port of Newcastle in bulk cargo handling...
Damen Tug for new deep-water bulk terminal at Saqr Port
(Posted on 08/06/18)The new ASD Tug 2913 for Saqr Port, part of Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) Ports, has been launched at the Albwardy Damen shipyard in Sharjah, UAE. Ordered twelve months ago, the tug will join the RAK Ports tug fleet and operate in the new and impressive deep-water bulk terminal currently nearing completion at the port. There its 80-tonnes...
