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Maritime transport – Page 6
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ArticleBlueprints for the rebound at North America’s vehicle ports
North America’s main vehicle-handling ports are preparing for a return in volumes as production stabilises and have built in more sustainable ways to process them
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NewsNissan imports first Ariya EVs through port of Tyne
Nissan has made its first volume delivery of Ariya pure-battery EVs to the UK via the port of Tyne. The vehicles were imported from Japan aboard the Nordic Ace car carrier
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NewsNeptune Lines increases car carrier fleet
European short-sea ro-ro provider Neptune Lines has increased its car carrier fleet to 19 in an effort to serve automotive customers at at time of high production volatility
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NewsChinese vehicle exports see solid growth despite hurdles
The main carmakers in China have been able to increase exports in the first half of this year despite some adverse disruptions, including the shutdown of the world’s biggest vehicle terminal in Shanghai
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NewsCollaboration at Newark keeps inbound parts flowing
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is working with terminal operator FAPS and stevedore Ports America to unload crated auto parts from ro-ro vessels also delivering finished vehicles
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NewsJacksonville port invests ahead of volume rebound
Production volatility in the automotive industry means volumes are down at the US port of Jacksonville but with a rebound around the corner the port authority is working with terminal operators to upgrade its facilities
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NewsLasse Kristoffersen takes over as CEO of Wallenius Wilhelmsen
Lasse Kristoffersen is the new president and CEO of Wallenius Wilhelmsen and will lead the Norwegian ro-ro shipping giant’s initiatives on decarbonisation and digitalisation
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ArticleSustainable priorities at Europe’s vehicle ports
The main vehicle handlng ports in continental Europe have been dealing with fluctuating volumes but that has not stopped them working toward a more sustainable future
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ArticleClean energy around the coast
Infrastructure developments at the UK vehicle handling ports through 2021 were tied closely to sustainability initiatives
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ArticleA gateway for growth in the Gulf
The US Gulf coast has a new port for finished vehicle trade that offers competitive advantages in cost and time, and the latest in vehicle processing services and technology
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ArticleWatch: Consolations for a container shipping crisis
The global container shipping industry is in a state of disarray that has set it back 50 years in terms of transit and arrival times but there are contingencies that can be taken, according to Drewry Shipping Consultants
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NewsGlobal container shipping the worst for 50 years reports Drewry
Global port congestion, and unpredictable transit and lead times in container shipping have resulted in one of the most dismal and uncertain times for the maritime transport of goods, something that isn’t expected to improve until 2023
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NewsRenault takes a rational approach to logistics network redesign
At ALSC Europe Renault Group’s Jean-François Salles, global vice-president of supply chain, outlined the current pressures facing the auto industry and the innovative supply chain strategy the company was taking to emerge stronger
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NewsCritical port congestion in China threatens carmakers
Volkswagen is one of a number of carmakers battling disruption to international parts supply and local working conditions because of China’s zero-Covid policy
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ArticleA sea change for sustainable vehicle delivery
Short-sea vehicle carriers, including Höegh Autoliners and UECC, are investing in cleaner vessel technology to meet ambitious goals and make shipping more sustainable
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ArticleMAN’s energy division uses synthetic gas in commercial shipping
MAN Energy Solutions has implemented a blend of synthetic natural gas to achieve emission reductions on a containership, which could pave the way for greener fuels to reduce emissions in global shipping.
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NewsFinn Roden appointed president of Autoport
Finn Roden has taken over as president of vehicle terminal processor Autoport and its subsidiary Trans Cargo, succeeding Roy Kirchner who is stepping down after 20 years in the role.
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NewsWallenius Wilhelmsen invests in blockchain provider Vinturas
Wallenius Wilhelmsen has invested in Vinturas, which provides blockchain-enabled digital network tools to enhance visibility and security in the finished vehicle supply chain
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NewsUECC launches bi-weekly service linking North Sea ports
UECC is launching a new North Sea service to link the ports of Zeebrugge, Esbjerg, Gothenburg and Drammen in response to demand from a number of leading carmakers based in Europe
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NewsHyundai Glovis takes steps to prevent auto fires on ships
One of the world’s biggest finished vehicle carriers, Hyundai Glovis, is strengthening measures designed to prevent and control vehicle fires onboard its 90 pure car and truck carriers (PCTCs)