Container crane cracks and fatigue

As far as can be determined, the design of both the Key Bridge and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge in Baltimore has never been identified as an issue.

The crane rails specialist has acquired a Dutch crane inspection, components supply and service and repair company as it bids to become a leading player in the port crane services market

Ports in earthquake zones need to consider whether their cranes should have better protection than most have today.

The Maritime Union of Australia says personnel cages should not be used with ships cranes in bulk and general stevedoring options except in emergency situations.

One crew member is dead and several others are injured after a fire broke out on a car carrier off the coast of the Netherlands, forcing some seafarers to jump from the vessel. 

The International Harbour Masters Association has joined an industry initiative that aims to improve the safety and security of global trade.