Global Maritime

ONE Innovation in Rotterdam

21 julio, 2023

Tuesday July 11, ONE Innovation arrived at RWG in the port of Rotterdam. It’s the second biggest container ship in the world. Source: Port of Rotterdam Japanese shipping company ONE, keen to highlight the ship’s sustainable features, had the ship stowed on the outside with magenta ONE containers for the occasion. The ship is 400 metres long, 61 metres wide and can accommodate 24,136 TEU. ONE Innovation will remain in the port until Friday, July 14. The ship is best viewed from tour boat FutureLand Ferry.

Port of Rotterdam Authority is pleased with significant tightening of IMO ambitions

21 julio, 2023

The Port of Rotterdam Authority welcomes the ambition of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to be climate-neutral by 2050. The Port of Rotterdam Authority views the new agreements set out by the 175 IMO Member States as an important foundation for climate-proofing the shipping sector. Source: Port of Rotterdam The Port of Rotterdam Authority is hereby responding to the amendment of the ‘Greenhouse Gas (GHG) strategy on reduction of GHG emissions from ships’, which the IMO announced on Friday 7 July. This concerns a tightening of the originally agreed strategy from 2018. “Considering the diverse viewpoints of flag states in the IMO, the result obtained is quite an achievement. It is important that everyone now has the same perspective on an international scale. We also applaud the ambition agreed specifically regarding an increase in the use of sustainable energy in shipping,” says Eric van der Schans, Director of Environmental Management at the Port of Rotterdam Authority. Energy transition The Port of Rotterdam Authority is actively supporting and accelerating the energy transition in maritime shipping in many ways. For example, the Port of Rotterdam Authority has been promoting the use of alternative shipping fuel as a replacement for fuel oil for

Costa Rica inaugurates two new container scanners at Moin Terminal

19 julio, 2023

To support the goal of an increasingly efficient, agile, modern, and safe port, the Government of Costa Rica and APM Terminals Moin inaugurated two new container scanners today. These will provide additional security for containers leaving the terminal to various international markets. Source: APM Terminal The two new scanners will join an existing scanner that has been in operation since 2020, providing the Government of Costa Rica with better tools to prevent illegal cargo and container contamination. This important investment, made by APM Terminals Moin, will be implemented and operated by the Costa Rican authorities and will provide greater security for the country’s exports. “The arrival of APM Terminals in Costa Rica in October 2018 opened the country’s market to the world,” said Leo Huisman, regional director of APM Terminals Americas. “Our terminal improves the country’s connectivity to various markets, allowing exports and imports to numerous countries. The inauguration of these scanners will allow our customers and international markets to see Costa Rica as a safer country and improve the country’s reputation. Our thanks to the Government of Costa Rica for the collaboration in the search for increased security of imports and exports.” Security From 13 July, 2023, the Government

Colombia: Dimar recibe Acreditación por parte del ONAC para los laboratorios del Centro de Investigaciones Oceanográficas e Hidrográficas del Pacífico (CCCP)

18 julio, 2023

Fuente: Dimar La Dirección General Marítima conformada por un talento humano que se caracteriza por su rigor técnico, recibe la Acreditación en modalidad de Otorgamiento para el laboratorio del Centro de Investigaciones Oceanográficas e Hidrográficas del Pacífico (CCCP), por parte del Organismo Nacional de Acreditación de Colombia (ONAC), entidad que es referente nacional e internacional para evaluar la competencia técnica de estos organismos. Ante la importancia que representa el Pacífico para la investigación científica marina y el estudio de fenómenos oceanográficos, la Dirección General Marítima fijó en Tumaco la sede de su segundo Centro de Investigaciones Oceanográficas e Hidrográficas, el cual en un primer momento, recibió el nombre de Centro de Control de Contaminación del Pacífico (CCCP), debido a que su función inicial fue la de asesorar de forma especializada, la atención de los derrames de hidrocarburos que se presentaban en la zona. Actualmente y desde este centro se ofrecen diversos servicios, por lo que Dimar en una apuesta por la región, que transforme al Pacífico colombiano como un actor clave en el desarrollo marítimo y económico del país, invierte en el fortalecimiento de las capacidades humanas, técnicas y de infraestructura del CCCP, desde donde se cuenta con servicios de

Demonstrating environmentally sound solutions to manage biofouling

18 julio, 2023

Source: IMO Demonstrations of effective in-water cleaning and inspection technologies have been given in the Republic of Mauritius, as part of the TEST Biofouling project, which supports countries to manage biofouling to mitigate the ecological risks associated with the transfer of Invasive Aquatic Species (IAS). The Project focuses on the demonstration of environmentally sound technologies, particularly through pilot projects. The Republic of Mauritius welcomed officials from Madagascar and Sri Lanka, Maritime Technology Cooperation Centre (MTCC Africa), as well as the Project’s Coordination Unit, to hear about the technologies they use at a meeting (4-5 July) in Port Louis, Mauritius. Officials from the Republic of Mauritius shared best practices and described the development process for guidance on in-water cleaning, to incorporate recommendations contained in IMO’s Biofouling Guidelines. Participants met the Deputy Director-General of the Mauritius Ports Authority during a site visit to Port Louis. Here, they saw first-hand the advanced technologies employed within the Port in the management of biofouling. A visit to the Rajiv Gandhi Science Centre in Port Louis provided an opportunity to hear from scientists about the impact of biofouling on marine ecosystems, and the importance of addressing it through capacity-building activities developed by the TEST Biofouling Project. The spread of Invasive Aquatic Species (IAS) – introduced to new areas on ships’ hulls, for example – is recognized as one of the greatest threats to the ecological and economic well-being of the planet. Mauritius, Sri Lanka and Madagascar are all Lead Partner Countries on the

FIATA-RAP Field Meeting in Da Nang Promotes Regional Engagement to Shape Government Logistics Policies

17 julio, 2023

Source: FIATA The FIATA-RAP Field Meeting, a prominent gathering of logistics professionals from the Asia-Pacific region and beyond hosted an impressive turnout of nearly 250 participants on 14 July 2023, in Da Nang, Vietnam. This highly anticipated event, a first after the pandemic, witnessed fruitful discussions and productive networking opportunities for international guests and local forwarding companies. The days ahead of the conference set the stage for the success of this high-level meeting, which included a meeting between the Vietnamese Prime Minister (PM) Phạm Minh Chính and FIATA’s President Ivan Petrov, accompanied by FIATA Director General Stéphane Graber and the Vietnamese Logistics Association (VLA) President Lê Duy Hiêp and Permanent Vice President Đào Trọng Khoa. The meeting saw the proposal of national logistics policies sought by the forwarding sector, and the cooperation of the authorities in preparation of the 2025 FIATA World Congress in Hanoi, which is set to bring over 1000 participants from around the world to one of the largest logistics meetings worldwide. Preparations for the 2025 Congress were launched during the visit to Hanoi. The meeting with the PM facilitated constructive discussions on fostering collaboration between FIATA, VLA, and the Vietnamese government to drive the growth of the nation’s logistics sector. The Vietnamese PM noted the

Valenciaport generates 50,000 jobs

14 julio, 2023

Source: Valenciaport Valenciaport generates 50,000 jobs per year, 2.5% of the total in the Valencia Region. This is according to the results of the Economic and Social Impact Study of the Port Authority of Valencia (PAV) prepared with data corresponding to the financial year 2019 and which has been prepared independently by the consultancy Analistas Financieros Internacionales (AFI) and the company Prometeia for Valenciaport. The results of this report, which was presented this morning by the Association of Logistics Managers and Entrepreneurs – Propeller Valencia-, give continuity to the information analysed in the previous economic impact study carried out by the Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV), focused then on the year 2016. If we compare both studies in terms of employment and Gross Value Added (GVA) data, the strength of the port of Valencia as an engine of the economy of the Region is confirmed. In the work of the Polytechnic in 2016, Valenciaport was presented as a company which generated 38,866 jobs; that is to say, 2.09% of the total employment in the autonomous region. In the study signed by AFI and Prometeia using the same methodology, based on data from 2019, Valenciaport generates almost 50,000 jobs (specifically 49,280),

CLIA Statement regarding the Revised Strategy for Reduction of GHG from International Shipping agreed to by International Maritime Organization (IMO) Member States

13 julio, 2023

Source: CLIA Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) congratulates IMO Member States on agreeing to an ambitious Revised Strategy for Reduction of GHG from International Shipping on 7 July 2023. Cruise lines are at the forefront of developing innovative environmental technologies and practices aimed at reducing emissions and are investing in the development of sustainable marine fuels and environmental technologies. With every new ship comes new technologies and greater efficiencies that make them more sustainable. The Revised Strategy agreed to at the IMO sends a strong signal to markets and fuel suppliers that should provide the new technologies and alternative fuels needed in order for the maritime sector to do its part in achieving net zero GHG emissions by or around 2050 consistent with the Revised Strategy. Although sustainable marine fuels and technologies are not yet available at scale, cruise lines are addressing these challenges with significant investments, innovative approaches, and systems designed to help the cruise sector transition to low- and zero-carbon fuels. Multiple pilot projects and collaborative initiatives are underway, and new engines and propulsion technologies are actively being planned and tested for use on cruise ships. Cruise lines are preparing for and embracing new technologies, innovations, and the uptake of alternative fuels as they become

San Pedro Bay Ports give quarterly clean air action plan update

12 julio, 2023

LONG BEACH., L.A. PORTS PARTNERING FOR ZERO-EMISSIONS FUTURE Source: Port of Long Beach The ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles will give a progress update on the San Pedro Bay Ports Clean Air Action Plan (CAAP) from 10 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, July 25. The meeting will include updates on implementing the Clean Truck Fund Rate, the progress of the ports’ Technology Advancement Program projects, and the state of efforts to implement Green Shipping corridors. The meeting will be held virtually and is open to the public. To participate in the meeting, click here to register and receive instructions on how to participate via computer or phone. Records of prior meetings can be found here. Updated in 2017, the CAAP is a comprehensive strategy for accelerating progress toward a zero-emission future while protecting and strengthening the ports’ competitive position in the global economy. Since 2005, port-related air pollution emissions in San Pedro Bay have dropped 86% for diesel particulate matter, 46% for nitrogen oxides, and 95% for sulfur oxides. Targets for reducing greenhouse gases from port-related sources were introduced as part of the 2017 CAAP. The document calls for the ports to reduce GHGs 40% below 1990 levels by 2030 and

Significant increase in the use of solar power on port building roofs

12 julio, 2023

The number of solar arrays on the roofs of large buildings in the port of Rotterdam is rising sharply. On 6 July 2023, the solar park on Patrizia buildings along Witte Zeeweg 3-21 on the Maasvlakte was opened. This 25 MWp park brought the total installed solar capacity on the port building roofs to approx. 89 MWp. Source: Port of Rotterdam The Port of Rotterdam Authority has determined that the total solar potential on the port building roofs is between 130 and 150 MWp, meaning that there may be even further growth. Fortunately, an increasing number of companies in the port are opting to become more sustainable by installing solar panels on their roofs. The solar roof on Witte Zeeweg was installed by Sunrock. The 120,000 m² rooftop solar park has a capacity equivalent to the average annual energy consumption of around 8,000 households. Sunrock will supply the green electricity generated to the grid.

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