Ireland’s Port Of Cork boosts customs facilities to prepare for Brexit

The Port of Cork in Ireland has doubled the size of its customs facilities to reduce processing times at the border in the event the UK leaves the EU without a deal.

Following an analysis of historical data and a few simulation studies, the Port of Cork concluded that the no-deal Brexit scenario will require more rigorous checks and declarations, which will significantly increase waiting and processing times at the border.

The Port of Cork chief executive Brendan Keating said that the port,...

https://www.ship-technology.com/news/port-cork-no-deal-brexit/

Silverstream and Hudong-Zhonghua partner for new LNG carriers

Chinese shipbuilder Hudong-Zhonghua has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Silverstream to integrate the company’s air lubrication technology into shipbuilder’s new construction designs for its future LNG vessels.

The integration will boost operational and fuel efficiencies. According to Silverstream, it will slash fuel costs and emissions by up to 8% for laden and ballast conditions.

Silverstream Technologies CEO Noah Silberschmidt said: “We are delighted and honoured to have signed...

https://www.ship-technology.com/news/company-news/silverstream-hudong-zhonghua-lng/

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