Tag: ports

The Port of Seattle became the first port in the nation to independently require that 100% of all cruise vessels homeported in Seattle be shore power capable and utilize shore power.

According to news, on 10th June a fire erupted on a Turkish-owned cargo ship, Yaf Horizon, while it was docked at the port of Haifa, leading to a significant emergency response.

The World Maritime University has published a report exploring ports' energy transition frameworks, based on opinions shared by relevant stakeholders. 

The newest global Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) reveals that East and Southeast Asian ports excelled in 2023, accounting for 13 of the top 20 places.

The Australasian Marine Pilot Institute (AMPI) has released a position paper on engine power limiters, presenting key recommendations to facilitate compliance. 

NorthStandard P&I Club's correspondent McLeans has provided an update on the recent escalation of events, which have led to incidents such as widespread looting and arson of shops, clashes with law enforcement, and damage to houses and public property in Noumea, New Caledonia. 

Following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, the Port of Baltimore has opened the Fort McHenry Limited Access Channel (LAC) as a temporary solution.

The Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority revealed details of an ambitious program to dramatically improve air quality and the health of residents by cutting carbon emissions to net zero by 2040.

In 2023, CO2 emissions in the port decreased by 2.2 Mton (10%) compared to 2022. Emissions are one third lower than in 2016, the peak year in terms of CO2 emissions in the port.

The Global Maritime Forum and RMI (founded as the Rocky Mountain Institute), under Mission Innovation’s umbrella, released a report outlining strategies for ports to become first movers in providing green methanol and ammonia bunkering.