HANGZHOU, May 27 (Xinhua) — The Ningbo-Zhoushan Port, the world’s busiest port in terms of cargo throughput, on Tuesday announced three initiatives it has undertaken with three major European ports — Hamburg and Wilhelmshaven in Germany, and Valencia in Spain — to construct green shipping corridors and advance low-carbon port cooperation between China and Europe.
Topic: PORT & HARBOURS
IRENA and DP World Join Forces to Advance Decarbonisation Solutions for Ports and Maritime Logistics
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has signed a collaboration agreement with DP World, a UAE-based global supply chain solutions company
Singapore, Los Angeles, Long Beach ports unveil green, digital shipping corridor partnership strategy
Today, at the 28th United Nations climate Change Conference, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach unveiled a Partnership Strategy for a green and digital shipping corridor across the Pacific Ocean.
Hydrogen generator connected to shore power facility in pilot test at Gothenburg port
A pilot test using a hydrogen generator to power ships with electricity has been conducted at the Port of Gothenburg in Sweden.
Ships and ports will be crucial in achieving EU climate goal
The Commission estimates that 280 million tons of CO2 will need to be captured to meet the ambitious 90 % greenhouse gas emission reduction target in 2040. The ports, and the maritime sector will be an integral part of transporting CO2 in CCS processes.
‘Green’ discounts for cargo ships at port
Commercial vessels calling at Mormugao Port will be offered an incentive if they not only adhere but enhance compliance with environment friendly norms, particularly ships that use efficient engines and which emit less emissions.
Ellesmere Port: Green shipping hub for vehicle plant opens
A new £10m shipping connection which aims to reduce carbon emissions in the supply chain for a major vehicle plant in Cheshire has opened.
White paper on Environmental Ship Index published
IAPH launched this week a dedicated white paper on the Environmental Ship Index (ESI), citing testimonials from world ports on how to use the index to facilitate vessel emissions reductions
Training seafarers for a decarbonized future
A new training project will prepare seafarers for zero or near-zero emission ships, helping the global shipping industry decarbonize and ensure a just transition for seafarers.
Alternative Fuels A.P. Møller-Maersk plans to build green bunker fuel infrastructure in Southeast Asia
Maersk said it was working closely with authorities to explore opportunities in building green bunker fuel infrastructure as part of USD 500 million investments in Southeast Asia to support its future fleet.