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MSC introduces ID-based container pick-up

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has announced the launch of ID-based container pick-up. This decision came after a successful test phase with Van Moer Logistics and MSC PSA European Terminal (MPET) in 2022.

More specifically, this technology is going to allow MSC containers to be released for transport using ID and biometric data, rather than a PIN code, improving security across the supply chain.

Moreover, the ID-based pick-up process is part of the ongoing rollout of Secure Container Release...

https://container-news.com/msc-introduces-id-based-container-pick-up/

Port of Oakland plans for sustainable growth and green projects

Danny Wan, executive director of the Port of Oakland, said the Californian port needs to proceed with plans for sustainable growth and green projects.

To achieve its green transition, the Port of Oakland is taking steps to “green” itself, including a US$2 million investment in the design of a renewable energy infrastructure project, implementation of all-electric trucks and top pickers (cargo-handling equipment), development of green electricity portfolio, and solar power projects.

Danny Wan...

https://container-news.com/port-of-oakland-plans-for-sustainable-growth-and-green-projects/

AD Ports Group Announces Record Financial Results for Full-Year 2022 Reporting 41% Revenue Growth to AED 5.5 billion with Net Profit Soaring 53% to AED 1.3 billion

AD Ports Group, a global premier facilitator of logistics, industry and trade, today announced its financial results for the 12 months ended December 31, 2022, reporting strong operational and financial performance, with revenue growth of 41% year-on-year to AED 5.5 billion (+23% year-on-year to...

https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/ad-ports-group-announces-record-financial-results-for-full-year-2022-reporting-41-revenue-growth-to-aed-5-5-billion-with-net-profit-soaring-53-to-aed-1-3-billion/

Transport workers’ strike freezes vessel and port operations in Finland

Finnish Transport Workers’ Union, Auto-ja Kjetusala Työntekijäliitto (AKT), commenced its strike action on 15 February at 06:00 am (local time) impacting all ports and terminals of the country.

The negotiations and discussions between the union and employer organisations about a new collective bargaining agreement were not successful and, therefore, the settlement proposals that mediator Leo Suomaa gave to the union were rejected.

The negotiating parties will continue the negotiations later this...

https://container-news.com/transport-workers-strike-freezes-vessel-and-port-operations-in-finland/

AD Ports boosts both financial and container figures

AD Ports Group has announced its results for the previous year, reporting strong operating and financial performance.

First of all, the container throughput of the UAE-based operator grew to 4.33 million TEUs in the last year, representing an increase of 28% year-on-year, as the utilisation of the two existing container terminals continued to improve.

Additionally, the total net profit of the company reached around US$350 million in 2022, which is a significant increase of 53% compared with the...

https://container-news.com/ad-ports-boosts-both-financial-and-container-figures/

APM Terminals Mobile announces US$60 million rail expansion project

APM Terminals Mobile has decided to invest around US$60 million in the expansion of its rail infrastructure capabilities.

Specifically, Maersk-owned port operator plans to develop additional tracks, rail yard storage space and improved access from the berth to the railyard. APM Terminals said the new project is expected to enhance the US terminal’s productivity, safety and supply chain speed.

In addition APM Terminals Mobile rail facility is going to enable faster rail loading and departures.

The...

https://container-news.com/apm-terminals-mobile-announces-us60-million-rail-expansion-project/

Türkiye’s quake-damaged Iskenderun port may be out of action for months

Iskenderun, located on the Mediterranean coast and Türkiye’s second-largest port, caught fire and partially collapsed as a result of the recent earthquakes in the country. The fire was extinguished on February 11, but the remedial and cleaning work already underway will take time to complete. The...

https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/turkiyes-quake-damaged-iskenderun-port-may-be-out-of-action-for-months/

Sustainability in the spotlight as Newcastle hosts first GreenPort Congress Oceania

The role of global ports in combatting climate change, renewable energy and the journey to net zero are among some of the topics being discussed at the inaugural GreenPort Congress Oceania, hosted by Port of Newcastle. More than 150 delegates, industry experts and academics, some traveling from as...

https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/sustainability-in-the-spotlight-as-newcastle-hosts-first-greenport-congress-oceania/

Port of Santos sees profits soar over 66%

The Santos Port Authority (SPA), the state-owned corporation that runs the major Brazilian port, finished 2022 with the best result in its history, achieving a net profit of US$106 million, translating to a 66.3% growth over 2021.

The company’s net revenue reached US$270 million, up 24.1% from the previous year, indicating the record 10.5% increase in the period in cargo handling and the constant search for efficiency in the optimised allocation of areas ports for transition contracts and new...

https://container-news.com/port-of-santos-sees-profits-soar-over-66/

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