Napier promotes share offer to Hawke’s Bay locals
AN INITIAL public offer in Napier Port has been hailed as a winner for residents of Hawke’s Bay residents and non-resident ratepayers. Under the proposed terms of the IPO,...
Report examines semi and fully automated ports
A NEW report from international ratings' agency Moody's says automated terminals have 40% to 70% lower labour requirements, but credit risks remain with concerns over capital...
Kalmar partners to develop faster wireless network
WATERFRONT equipment specialist Kalmar and Finnish tech company Ukkoverkot have signed a two-year cooperation agreement with Nokia to design, build and operate a private LTE...
Artificial intelligence to create port jobs: analyst
GLOBAL trends towards the use of artificial intelligence are likely to generate jobs in the ports sphere, a conference in Townsville has heard. Peter Creeden, director of MPC...
Qube makes play for Chalmers
QUBE has announced a takeover bid for fellow logistics business, Chalmers Limited, a move already supported publicly by the latter’s chairman. The proposal values Chalmers shares...
First ro-ro for Port Hedland
PORT Hedland has welcomed its first conventional roll-on/roll-off vessel, giving industry a more cost-effective way of delivering cargo to the region. The 180metre Blue Ridge...
VIDEO: Pilot boards ship in large seas
FOOTAGE on YouTube reveals the challenges marine pilots face when boarding ships in rough seas. The pilot’s cutter approaches a ship but the pilot is prevented from boarding...
Electronic chart risks highlighted in vessel grounding investigation
UNDERLYING issues with electronic chart display information systems have been revealed in an investigation into the grounding of Australian Border Force cutter Roebuck Bay almost...
Prepare for change in pilot transfers, expert says
LEGISLATIVE change can be expected to impact transfer procedures for pilots boarding big ships, an industry analyst believes. Ian Vanderbeek from Aviator Group said suggested...
Queensland move on permits to boost freight productivity
THE AUSTRALIAN Logistics Council has called “sensible” reforms to extend permit durations for Class 1 Oversize Overmass vehicles to 12 months. “This will improve the efficiency of...
Queensland transport minister pushes coastal shipping reform
A STATE parliamentary inquiry is considering reform for coastal shipping in the Queensland context, transport minister Mark Bailey says. Speaking at the Australian Potts Business...
Conference held in Townsville
PORTS Australia has held its Australian Ports Business and Operations Conference in Townsville, North Queensland. The event was held at Rydges Southbank. Day one featured...
Napier Port welcomes IPO approval
NAPIER Port in New Zealand has welcomed Hawke’s Bay Regional Council’s decision this week to support an initial public offer of shares in the port’s holding company. Hawke’s Bay...
Container trial sowing seeds for the future of refrigerated exports
A REFRIGERATED sea container trial with specialty melons will run for three weeks at the Port of Townsville. It will provide primary information on optimal harvest time and shelf...
ASCI calls for state chapter presidents
AFTER announcing a new chapter president in New South Wales recently, the Australasian Supply Chain Institute is now seeking leaders in other states, namely Victoria, Queensland...
