Maersk and IBM, alongside industry partners, spearheaded a groundbreaking initiative to revolutionize border processes and international trade efficiency. Through the UK Government’s ‘Ecosystem of Trust’ pilot scheme, they explored the potential of digital data sharing to streamline customs procedures and enhance supply chain integrity.
HHLA TK Estonia welcomed the arrival of the cutting-edge container ship, CMA CGM Mermaid, on April 21 and 22. This new vessel, part of CMA CGM’s fleet renewal initiative, boasts innovative features including a liquefied natural gas (LNG) fuel system, reducing its CO2 emissions by 20% compared to conventional ships.
The RENEWPORT initiative, approved for funding under the Interreg Euro-MED Program, aims to combat climate change by leveraging renewable energy sources in Mediterranean ports. With a duration of 33 months and the participation of 10 project partners from 8 EU countries, including Italy, Slovenia, France, and Spain, RENEWPORT prioritizes the transition to clean energy to enhance climate resilience.
The Port of Antwerp-Bruges is gearing up for its upcoming “Chemistry & Energy Summit,” slated to take place in Burghausen on May 16, 2024. This summit aims to foster dialogue on the critical relationship between the chemical industry and the energy sector, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts to pave the way for a carbon-neutral future.
The Port of Amsterdam unveiled its annual report, signaling a significant shift in its operations. While revenues surged to €190.4 million, transhipment plummeted to 63 million tonnes, largely attributed to a decrease in fossil fuel transhipment. The total transhipment in the port area experienced a 20% decline in 2023 compared to 2022, with coal transhipment witnessing a staggering 48% drop to 7.4 million tonnes.
In Kazakhstan, investors have been selected to develop the shipbuilding industry, as reported by the Ministry of Industry. A joint project with the Turkish companies YDA and ASFAT for the construction of a shipyard in the Kazakh sector of the Caspian Sea is already under development.
Klaipėda Port has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first port in the Baltic States and one of only 35 ports across Europe to receive certification under the Port Environmental Review System (PERS). The announcement was made today during the European Sea Ports Organisation’s annual event in Paris, where Klaipėda Port was officially recognized as an environmentally friendly port.
In collaboration with our global partners, we’ve sealed two pivotal agreements marking a new era in the development of a green hydrogen corridor between the Spanish port of Bilbao and Amsterdam.
Over the weekend, the Port of Koper welcomed the historic arrival of the CMA CGM SCANDOLO, marking the first-ever LNG-powered ship to dock at the port. Among CMA CGM’s fleet, the SCANDOLO is one of 35 ships already powered by LNG, with plans to increase this number to 120 by 2028. This strategic shift aims to slash CO2 emissions by up to 20% compared to traditional fuel-powered vessels. It’s a pivotal move in line with CMA CGM’s pledge to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with broader industry efforts to mitigate climate change.
Amidst the traditional discussions of port size dominance, a new narrative is emerging among the CEOs of major European ports. Port of Antwerp-Bruges, North Sea Port, Duisburger Hafen AG, and Port of Rotterdam are shifting their focus towards collaboration for a sustainable future for European industry. As they prepare for the European industry summit in April, they urge European government leaders to join them in addressing the challenges facing the industry.
