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The environment, economy and society are key aspects of sustainability. Sustainable development will enable us to meet our needs without preventing future generations from meeting theirs. How is the container handling industry doing today and what could we do better in the future? In terms of the environmental aspects, we are currently seeing continuous development in the reduction of emissions from container handling equipment: Tier 4 Final diesel engine technology, hybrid engines, fully electronic and start/stop engines, as well as conversion of braking and spreader-lowering into electric power. Liquefied natural gas (LNG) offers a viable source of alternative energy. From the material use perspective, crane refurbishment and recycling are already important parts of the business. Energy is being saved in fully automated terminals which do not need lighting at night. These are just a few examples of the progress we have made. Where can we improve? The general attitude to climate change and regulations is changing, with sustainability becoming a must. Forerunners view sustainability as a major business opportunity. Recycling of non-renewable materials, limited use of renewable materials, use of renewable energy and ensuring that the materials used do not harm the ecosystem – all of these contribute to a ...

Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics (WWL) is actively working to decrease the environmental impact of its activities and reduce the use of energy and natural resources. The company is committed to complying with all applicable environmental regulations and, in keeping with its front runner ambition, WWL aims to be that vital step ahead of existing and emerging requirements by implementing innovative solutions. Responsible Logistics Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics history goes back centuries and they plan to continue to contribute to the global logistics industry for centuries to come. The company has a responsibility towards our customers, towards the communities in which we live, and towards one another in the company. Company believes that the best way to reduce environmental risk and cost is to be an environmental front runner. To remain true to this course, its daily activities are guided by a 5-part strategic environmental framework: 1. Focusing on high impact changes. 2. Holding ourselves accountable and transparent in our environmental commitments. 3. Investing in future technologies. 4. Exceeding  responsibilities for environmental performance. 5. Cultivating partnership with stakeholders to develop sustainable solutions. Responsible logistics is about having a long term view in customer relations, with regards to the environment, on social responsibility and governance. It’s about doing your job with ...

The Ministry of The Environment And Water Resources of Singapore has questioned the methodology used in the WWF report, and stressed Singapore’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions. The ministry stated that the report fails to recognise Singapore’s unique circumstances as a small island city-state with no hinterland and it does not give due recognition to Singapore’s real environmental achievements, including  long-standing commitment to sustainable development and resource efficiency. The report also allocated international marine and aviation bunker emissions to each country in proportion to the country’s share of international trade volume, a practice not shared by other agencies such as UNFCC and International Energy Agency. The ministry said that this results in a gross over-estimation of Singapore’s per capita carbon footprint as Singapore sits on a vital global shipping route and has one of the busiest transhipment ports in the world Source: Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources In the starting, I was forthright with you propecia before and after has changed my existence. It has become much more fun, and now I have to run. Just as it is incredible to sit.

Click on the image for a larger view (Image Credit: Maersk Line, Sustainability and Maersk Sustainability Report 2013)   Morten Engelstoft,  Maersk's CEO of Services and Other Shipping, says CO2 issues will be on his agenda as a newly appointed member of a UN High-level Advisory Group for Sustainable Transport. The cause to champion CO2 reduction in shipping has been given a boost from a Maersk Group perspective. Morten Engelstoft, CEO of Services and Other Shipping, has recently been appointed by United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon as a member of a High-Level Advisory Group on Sustainable Transport. The 12-member group, which is established for a period of three years, will provide recommendations at all global, national, local and sector levels, to promote sustainable transport systems, including climate action. "I am very proud to be appointed to the advisory group and look forward to contribute to advancing future sustainable transport - a subject which is highly important to the Maersk Group," says Engelstoft. Engelstoft names CO2 reduction as one of his top priorities. He says: "There is a need to push for a global level playing field with CO2 regulations for the shipping sector to be clearly defined in the IMO". He ...

The North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) announced earlier this month that Houston-based TITAN Salvage, a subsidiary ofCrowley Maritime Corp., is the recipient of its 2014 Corporate Marine Environment Protection Award. The prestigious award recognizes TITAN's proactive approach towards protecting and preserving the oceans. "TITAN is committed to ensuring the safety of our people, the public and the environment," said TITAN's Chris Peterson, vice president. "This accolade is a testament to our mission. We are both humbled and honored to receive NAMEPA's Corporate Marine Environment Protection Award and look forward to participating in NAMEPA's annual conference later this year." Peterson will accept the award on behalf of the TITAN team at NAMEPA's New York City conference on October 29. Lindsay Malen, TITAN's director of business development, will also attend the conference and participate in a risk management roundtable discussion with other leaders from across the industry. "TTITAN is a proud member of NAMEPA," Malen said. "We will continue to support the organization's efforts to protect our seas and lead by example." Earlier this year, TITAN marked the completion of the largest maritime salvage job in history when the Costa Concordia - the Concordia-class cruise ship that wrecked off Giglio Island, ...

In an unprecedented show of commitment for an environmental cause, DP World and Hutchison Port Holdings Limited (HPH) have joined hands to combat global warming in a Waste Reduction Campaign that will multiply the effect of their individual efforts to curb global greenhouse emissions. An estimated 11.2 billion tonnes of solid waste is collected worldwide every year and its degeneration contributes to about five per cent of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.A joint DP World-HPH campaign, which will run from 19 to 21 September, has been established and follows the theme 'Recycling Begins & Ends with You'. The campaign will see employees of DP World and HPH 'reach across the fence' and engage in joint activities in locations around the world where these companies operate terminals within the same port complex such as Laem Chabang (Thailand), Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam), Busan (South Korea) and Buenos Aires (Argentina). The list of joint activities that are being developed include clean-up days at terminals, beaches or other affected areas specific to each locality, food waste disposal and composting efforts, e-waste and battery recycling, office recycling and green transportation to reduce vehicle emissions. Mohammed Sharaf, Group Chief Executive Officer, DP World, said: "We are committed to minimising the impact we have on the environment and maximising the benefits ...

Green Marine and the Association of Canadian Port Authorities (ACPA) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the goal of jointly expanding efforts to reduce the marine industry's environmental footprint and encourage the industry to continuously improve its environmental performance. The announcement was made in conjunction with the ACPA 56th Annual General Meeting and Assembly taking place in Belledune, New Brunswick. The MoU was signed earlier this summer during Green Marine's annual conference, GreenTech 2014, in Saint John New Brunswick. The agreement will serve as a framework for the advancement of the Green Marine Environmental Program and increased collaboration on related initiatives. ACPA and Green Marine will also be working together to expand the participation of both ACPA member ports and terminal operators in the Green Marine Environmental Program. "This agreement reflects the port authorities' continued commitment to environmental sustainability,'' said ACPA President, Wendy Zatylny. With this agreement, we will work together to develop additional tools and measures to strengthen the industry'environmental performance.'' "Green Marine looks forward to working closely with ACPA to advance the development of the environmental program and recruit additional companies to participate in Green Marine" said Green Marine Management Corporation President, Raymond Johnston. Both Green Marine and ACPA are seeking to establish a productive working relationship under this MoU. To that ...