Konecranes to supply hybrid RTGs for CMA CGM Kaohsiung Terminal
NewsKonecranes to supply five hybrid rubber-tired gantry cranes to CMA CGM Kaohsiung Terminal in Taiwan, with delivery set for mid-2025....
USTR exempts STS crane orders arriving by May, 2026 from 25% tariff
NewsUnder new rules from the US Trade Representative, ship-to-shore cranes ordered before May 14, 2024, and arriving by May 14, 2026, will avoid...
Finland – London short sea run inaugurated
NewsFinnlines is set to launch a new short sea freight service this month (Sept ’24) from Finland to Peel Ports London Medway and other destin...
Duisburg Gateway Terminal launched
NewsThe Duisburg Gateway Terminal (DGT) has officially opened following the completion of its first construction phase....
Lowering the GWP
NewsRegulations are emerging in the US, and potentially in Europe, that will change the refrigerant landscape for the reefer container sector....
Remote Reefer monitoring in Santos
NewsBTP Santos has installed Reefer Runner to remotely monitor reefer containers at the terminal....
Titanic builder sinks into administration again
NewsHarland and Wolff, the Belfast shipyard that built some of the world’s most iconic cruise liners, and latterly oil tankers, is in financia...
Port of Seattle hit by ransomware attack
NewsThe Port of Seattle is recovering from a ransomware attack by Rhysida, which has been disrupting some port operations for over 20 days....
Pilbara’s ammonia bunkering ambitions bolstered by pioneering ship-to-ship transfers
NewsThe successful ammonia ship-to-ship transfers set the stage for Pilbara region to realise its potential of becoming an ammonia bunkering hub...
Rhenus sets sights on intermodal terminal in Aktau, Kazakhstan
NewsGermany-based Rhenus Group has signed a declaration of intent with Kazakhstan's NC Aktau Sea Commercial Port JSC to develop an intermodal te...
SeaCube opts for OptimaLINE
NewsSeaCube Containers has placed an order for 3,000 Carrier Transicold OptimaLINE refrigerated containers....
Bangladesh is picking up the pace
NewsBangladesh is one of the more difficult markets in SE Asia for port development, but there are signs the government is now moving at a faste...
TX Logistik, Wascosa to market NiKRASA handling system
NewsTX Logistik and Wascosa will collaborate on marketing the NiKRASA handling system for non-craneable trailers, with Wascosa purchasing 125 un...
India’s Tuticorin International Container Terminal inaugurated
NewsIndia inaugurates Tuticorin International Container Terminal at V. O. Chidambaranar Port....
Höegh Autoliners’ second Aurora Class vessel delivered
NewsHöegh Autoliners welcomes second Aurora Class vessel, the Höegh Borealis, into the fleet....
Fire breaks out at VCTPL
NewsA fire at Visakhapatnam Container Terminal originated from a container with lithium batteries and was quickly controlled with no injuries or...
Promoted Content
The Future of Port and Terminal Operations: Embracing Digital Transformation
NewsGullsEye is driving digital transformation in ports by replacing outdated systems with advanced, efficient technology solutions....
Camco celebrates 25 years – Interview with CEO Jan Bossens
NewsIn an interview with WorldCargo News, Camco CEO Jan Bossens reflected on Camco’s journey to its 25th anniversary in 2024 and discussed its...
Westwell Shines at TOC Europe, Leading Global Logistics towards Green and Sustainable Growth
NewsAt TOC Europe, Westwell Technology presents its 'AI and Green Energy' solutions, helping global customers achieve sustainable development in...
Alport Conakry’s digital journey
NewsAfter implementing the GullsEye TOS Alport Conakry in Guinea, West Africa is moving forward with its digital transformation....
Opening new business growth opportunities with dry container and trailer tracking
NewsImprovements to asset tracking technology are ushering in lower deployment costs, increased accessibility, and unique use cases. ORBCOMM, a ...
What does gate automation look like for the people involved?
NewsGate OCR, exception handling, and TOS systems are now part of daily practice in most terminals and gradually also at logistics sites. This h...
Duisburg Gateway Terminal selects INFORM to aid sustainability strides
NewsINFORM has been chosen by Duisburg Gateway Terminal to implement advanced AI solutions, enhancing efficiency and sustainability at Europe's ...
RailCube strikes strategic investment deal with Main Capital Partners
NewsRailCube, the innovative ERP solution for railway undertakings, has secured a strategic investment from software investor Main Capital Marke...
in-depth
Polymer bearings for cranes
In-depthEnergy chain specialist igus presented a new range of lubrication-free and corrosion-resistant polymer bearings for container cranes....
Simplifying global procurement
In-depthThe Trent Group is offering the industry something new with its TrentGO global eMarketplace for container crane and cargo equipment spare pa...
Crane drives in EU need to comply with CRA
In-depthExecutives in Europe must recognize ENISA's new Cybersecurity Certification framework, which will affect the ports industry....
CPKC crosses the border
In-depthCanadian Pacific Kansas City is testing US-bound import containers from Mexico's Lazaro Cardenas to Houston....
CHE on the road to zero emissions
In-depthThe big cargo handling equipment manufacturers are pushing ahead with fully electric mobile machines, but demand is still in its early stage...
Tackling the tyre disposal problem
In-depthPorts and terminals have made significant progress in prioritising sustainability within their operations. Tyres, however, remain a huge cha...
Resilience is key for global terminal operators
In-depthMore container terminal concessions are expected to change hands as integrated companies look to match their terminal portfolios to their wi...
Benelux ports in transition mode
In-depthIt is vitally important that ports in Belgium and the Netherlands successfully exploit and invest in opportunities arising from the use of g...
Correct crane stiffness prediction
In-depthEnsuring crane integrity and stiffness is vital for safe operation, requiring precise FEA to avoid inaccuracies in stiffness predictions and...
Windfall for West Coast ports
In-depthTop US West Coast ports have received over US$ 170 million from the Harbor Maintenance Tax Fund, despite historically minimal federal invest...
City life in Rotterdam
In-depthWhile Rotterdam’s Maasvlakte terminals traditionally attract most of the limelight, the ‘City’ port complex near the town centre is no...
Winding back globalisation
In-depthThe container crane market is shifting due to strategic national concerns, with Korea boosting domestic manufacturing and the US imposing ta...
Getting to grips with methanol bunkering
In-depthAs methanol becomes an increasingly popular option for achieving carbon reduction in ocean shipping more ports are turning their minds to pr...
China’s ports smarten up
In-depthChina is home to the largest number of smart ports and automated container terminals. With many more under development neither situation is ...
events
Project Cargo Summit 2024
Project Cargo Summit is an international breakbulk event for project cargo professionals. After 4 successful events, we are back in 2024 to meet you all. On 17-18 September, Project Cargo Summit 2024 brings the project cargo and break bulk industry in Bilbao, Spain for two days full of content and networking.
Bilbao, Spain
Project Cargo Summit is an international breakbulk event for project cargo professionals. After 4 successful events, we are back in 2024 to meet you all. On 17-18 September, Project Cargo Summit 2024 brings the project cargo and break bulk industry in Bilbao, Spain for two days full of content and networking.
TOC Americas 2024
The essential event that connects the global port and container supply chain community across the Americas region. As the Port and Terminal industry goes from strength to strength, TOC Americas continues to be the ultimate place to LEARN from our renowned two-track conference agenda; BE INSPIRED by influential industry leaders and technical experts; RE-CONNECT with key container supply chain professionals from across the region; NETWORK at our famous social programme and exclusive fiestas; and DISCOVER the latest innovations at the global Port Technology exhibition.
Panama Convention Center, Panama
The essential event that connects the global port and container supply chain community across the Americas region. As the Port and Terminal industry goes from strength to strength, TOC Americas continues to be the ultimate place to LEARN from our renowned two-track conference agenda; BE INSPIRED by influential industry leaders and technical experts; RE-CONNECT with key container supply chain professionals from across the region; NETWORK at our famous social programme and exclusive fiestas; and DISCOVER the latest innovations at the global Port Technology exhibition.
#IAPH2024 World Ports Conference
Due to take place from the 8-10 October in Hamburg, Germany, the #IAPH2024 World Ports Conference will bring together stakeholders from the global maritime supply chain and deliver an international platform for networking, innovation and debate. This world-class event gives you the opportunity to learn from industry leaders sharing the latest updates and information on best practice solutions. The 2024 conference will focus on: Managing risk - building resilience - unlocking opportunities.
Hamburg, Germany
Due to take place from the 8-10 October in Hamburg, Germany, the #IAPH2024 World Ports Conference will bring together stakeholders from the global maritime supply chain and deliver an international platform for networking, innovation and debate. This world-class event gives you the opportunity to learn from industry leaders sharing the latest updates and information on best practice solutions. The 2024 conference will focus on: Managing risk - building resilience - unlocking opportunities.