Global Maritime

The crisis redesigns Valenciaport’s traffics but maintains the 40% share of import/export

19 diciembre, 2022

The Port of Valencia confirms its position as the reference point in Southern Europe for international trade in containerised goods Between January and November, total traffic amounted to 73.18 million tonnes, 6.12% less than the same period in 2021, while container traffic fell by 9.55% The arrival of natural gas at the Port of Sagunto has doubled during this period compared to 2021, mainly from the United States The fall in container traffic is compensated by the increase in liquid bulk (+60.3%) and solid bulk (+9.76) and vehicle traffic, which increased by 18.53% The North American country is the main trading partner in terms of total traffic with 7.7 million tonnes (+11.8%). China has handled the most containers with Valenciaport with 494,950 (-11%) Source: Valenciaport The economic crisis, especially aggravated in international trade since the beginning of the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian army, is redesigning the composition and structure of traffic at Valenciaport. Between January and November, more than 73 million tonnes of goods passed through the docks of Sagunto, Valencia and Gandia, a figure that is 6.12% less than in the same period of the previous year. And the same is true of container traffic, which in

Entrega de la primera fase del Convenio entre DP World y la Armada del Ecuador

16 diciembre, 2022

Fuente: Autoridad Portuaria de Guayaquil El 9 de diciembre, en las instalaciones de la Capitanía de Puerto Mayor de Posorja, se realizó una ceremonia de entrega de la primera fase del convenio que existe entre DP Word y la Armada del Ecuador, a fin de ofrecer mayor seguridad a las embarcaciones que navegan cerca del ingreso al Golfo de Guayaquil. La primera fase de este convenio comprende, la readecuación y equipamiento total de las instalaciones de la capitanía de Mayor de Posorja, mencionado convenio representa para DP World, una inversión total de $ 2,3 millones dólares, y fue suscrito el 11 de mayo de 2022. La segunda fase será la construcción de infraestructura para la Estación de Guardacostas Fija de Posorja y del muelle que facilitará las labores portuarias. Y, la tercera fase, levantará un complejo habitacional para quienes ejercen el control y la vigilancia de los espacios acuáticos. DP World Posorja continuará su compromiso de mantenerse como el puerto internacional más eficiente y seguro del Ecuador, elevando los estándares de operatividad y seguridad en la industria portuaria nacional y conectando al país con el resto del mundo.

Colombia: Nuevo calado para el canal de acceso al Puerto de Barranquilla

15 diciembre, 2022

Fuente: Dimar La Dirección General Marítima (Dimar), a través de la Capitanía de Puerto de Barranquilla, informa que, de acuerdo con los análisis realizados por la alta dinámica en el tránsito de embarcaciones, sedimentación, cambios en los niveles del río Magdalena (análisis de planos batimétricos tomados diariamente del canal de acceso al Puerto) y trabajos realizados durante el dragado, se modifican las condiciones de navegación para las embarcaciones que arriban y zarpan a la zona portuaria de la ciudad: BUQUES ESLORAS (metros) CALADOS(metros) CONDICIÓN DE OPERACIÓN OBSERVACIONES Desde 150 Hasta 180 Hasta 8.0 Sin restricción 60 centímetros de asiento positivo mínimo.Dentro de límites océanos atmosféricos para ejecución demaniobras. Mayores a 180 Hasta 8.0 Luz día 60 centímetros de asiento positivo mínimo.Dentro de límites océanos atmosféricos para ejecución de maniobras. Se procederá a realizar análisis en la maniobrabilidad de cada embarcación que se encuentre sobre los límites máximos permitidos y se estará notificando sobre los avances del sector de acuerdo con las intervenciones y afectaciones que se presenten, asimismo, se comunicarán previamente las consideraciones de seguridad que requieran ser adoptadas. La Autoridad Marítima continuará monitoreando la evolución de las condiciones de navegabilidad con personal profesional especializado, pilotos prácticos e información hidrográfica disponible. Este calado estará vigente

A.P. Moller – Maersk and SunGas Renewables sign strategic green methanol partnership

15 diciembre, 2022

Source: MAERSK As part of its strategy to decarbonize customers’ supply chains, A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) has entered a green* methanol Letter of Intent with U.S. based SunGas Renewables, Inc., a spin-out of GTI Energy, and a leader in providing technology and equipment systems for large-scale production of renewable fuels. This is Maersk’s 9th such partnership to drive the acceleration of global production capacity for green methanol. The Letter of Intent covers the production of green methanol from multiple facilities to be developed by SunGas in the United States from which Maersk intends to offtake full volumes of green methanol. The first facility is expected to begin operations in 2026 and have an annual production capacity of approximately 390,000 tonnes. Securing green marine fuels at a global scale within this decade will require rapid scale up of green methanol production capacity using a variety of technology and feedstock pathways. We are very pleased to welcome SunGas Renewables as a strategic partner in our efforts to achieve our goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions in 2040 across our entire business, and to ensure meaningful progress is made within this decade in line with the Paris Agreement. Emma Mazhari, Head

Project launched to create Hydrogen Highway from Scotland to Rotterdam

15 diciembre, 2022

An international consortium is launching a study to transport hydrogen in the form of a LOHC (Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carrier) from Scotland to Rotterdam. Scotland’s ambition is to produce 5 GW of hydrogen by 2030. The European Union wants to import around 10 GW by 2030. Source: Port of Rotterdam The Net Zero Technology Centre and ERM have today (14 December 2022) announced the launch of the Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carrier (LOHC) for Hydrogen Transport from Scotland (LHyTS) project, which will play a key role in the export of hydrogen from Scotland to Rotterdam. The LHyTS project seeks to demonstrate that LOHC, in the form of methylcyclohexane (MCH), can be successfully transported at scale, providing an export route to the Port of Rotterdam and other European destinations. The project will be delivered by a diverse, international consortium, including Axens, Chiyoda, EnQuest, ERM, Koole Terminals, Port of Rotterdam, Scottish Government, Shetland Islands Council, Storegga and the Net Zero Technology Centre. The partners will work together undertaking engineering studies targeted at developing a pilot project as a precursor to large scale export. Hydrogen will facilitate various decarbonisation applications. The project aligns with Scottish Government’s Hydrogen Policy Statement, which aims to deliver 5GW

North American Travel & Tourism Sector’s Climate Footprint Revealed

15 diciembre, 2022

World Travel & Tourism Council and Saudi-based Sustainable Tourism Global Center release groundbreaking research North American sector’s GDP has grown on average 3.1% annually whilst its greenhouse gas emissions have increased by only 1.2% Source: WTTC The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Saudi-based Sustainable Tourism Global Center have unveiled revolutionary new data detailing the climate footprint of the Travel & Tourism sector in North America. Between 2010 and 2019, the North American Travel & Tourism sector decoupled its economic growth from its greenhouse gas emissions. The new data for the region, which covers the Travel & Tourism sectors in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, reveals the total contribution to North America’s GDP grew on average 3.1% annually, whilst greenhouse gas emissions increased by just 1.2% during the same period. The data also demonstrates how the sector’s emissions intensity continues to decrease. In 2010, for every $1 USD of the region’s Travel & Tourism GDP, the sector emitted 0.53kg of greenhouse gas emissions. But in 2019, when Travel & Tourism was at its peak, this figure dropped by 15% to 0.45kg. This demonstrates the progress of changes implemented by governments and business leaders across North America to create a more

Valenciaport awards the photovoltaic plant at the Príncipe Felipe dock in the Port of Valencia

14 diciembre, 2022

The PAVASAL-PAVENER joint venture will be responsible for carrying out this infrastructure. The amount of the award is 3,032,469.33 euros (VAT included) The execution period for the works is ten months for construction and 50 months for maintenance. The installation will be located on a surface area of 6,420 square metres This solar park will generate 2,353 MWh/year, that is, 3% of the electrical energy consumed by the Port of Valencia This project is financed by the Next Generation funds of the European Union and the Spanish Government’s Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan This is the first of the photovoltaic plants which are being developed in the Valencian precinct and which will enable progress to be made in the self-supply of green energy to the Port of Valencia The installation at the Valencia Terminal Europa vehicle silo has also been put out to tender and is in the process of evaluation of the bids Between the two, 14% of the electrical energy required by the site will be produced In addition, the Port Authority of Valencia (PAV) is studying the location of a third photovoltaic plant in the Valencia area Source. Valenciaport The Port Authority of Valencia (PAV) has awarded

Industry alliance for Marine Biosafety membership tripled since launch

13 diciembre, 2022

Source: IMO Two companies have become the newest members of The Global Industry Alliance (GIA) for Marine Biosafety. This means GIA has tripled in size since it was founded with four members in June 2020. It now comprises 12 full members plus one with observer status. Armach Robotics, an in-water cleaning service provider, and Jotun, which manufactures coatings, join at the end of a busy year for the GIA. Jotun will bring experience in antifouling coating technology, proactive in-water cleaning services and innovations in biofouling management. Petter Korslund, Regulatory Affairs Manager for Jotun, said, “GIA is an important industry initiative to work together and cooperate towards a more sustainable shipping. As a global leader in maritime coatings and clean hull solutions, it is our mission to contribute to cleaner hull on vessels, enabling the shipping industry’s ambition for decarbonization and biodiversity.” Armach Robotics will add to the Alliance’s discussions and work, bringing their perspective of in-water cleaning services. Karl Lander, Director – Regulatory Compliance and Outreach, said, “Armach is excited to work with GIA and its partners on addressing the negative impact biofouling has on the global shipping industry.” GIA is an initiative of IMO’s GloFouling Partnerships project. It brings together private sector companies from

New feeder service provides direct connection between Poti Port and Istanbul

9 diciembre, 2022

This month, APM Terminals Poti welcomed the maiden call of the new Poti Turkiye Feeder (PTF) service from shipping line ZIM. This new direct service expands its offering between Turkey and Georgia. Source: APM Terminals The 925 TEU Contship Joy will operate between Turkish ports and Poti Port every 12-14 days. Established in 1945, Israeli cargo shipping company ZIM is one of the world’s leading shipping companies, operating in every part of the globe. APM Terminals Poti serves as a global gateway for trade in Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan, as well as operating as a hub for trade between Europe and Central Asia. With on-dock rail connections and direct connections to the region’s road and rail networks, the port is connected to all key cities in Georgia, the greater Caucasus region and Central Asia. This new service expands Poti’s global connectivity even further via Zim’s worldwide network. Iain Rawlinson, Chief Commercial Officer: “APM Terminals Poti is delighted to welcome ZIM’s new service. With the increased need for connections between Georgia and Central Asia and the rest of the world, and the growth in this market, we are confident that ZIM will have great success with their new Turkiye-Poti Feeder service.”

GloLitter Latin America and Caribbean regional task force meeting underway

9 diciembre, 2022

Source: IMO A Regional Task Force meeting in Costa Rica is taking place as part of the GloLitter Partnerships project to reduce marine plastic litter from maritime transport and the fishing sector. The event in San Jose (6-9 December) is a chance for Latin American and Caribbean participants to explore twinning opportunities to address marine plastic litter originating from shipping and fisheries in their region. The host, Costa Rica, is a GloLitter Lead Partner Country (LPC) and is joined at the meeting by Jamaica, also a GloLitter LPC, along with Nicaragua and Panama, the project’s Partner Countries (PCs). The event is organized in partnership with IMO’s Technical Cooperation Division (TCD) through the Central American Commission on Maritime Transport (COCATRAM). Co-sponsors of the event are the Government of Norway (NORAD), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and IMO TCD. Other countries have been invited to take part, including Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras. This will allow countries in the region which are not directly involved in the GloLitter project to learn from it and understand the approaches being taken at national level to address the problem of marine plastic litter, and to discuss possible future collaboration to tackle it. Alongside speakers from IMO, the agenda includes

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