Port Authority
A port authority operates ports and other transportation infrastructure for a special-purpose district. Whether operated directly by the government or in cooperation with government agencies, North American port authorities are public entities and are governed by a board or commission. Most port authorities are financially autonomous. Port districts may also operate shipping terminals, airports, railroads, and irrigation facilities. The port authority often owns land, dictates fees, and collects taxes.
Contecon Manzanillo Ready for Ultra Large Container Ships
Contecon Manzanillo S.A. de C.V. (CMSA), International Container Terminal Services…
Bryan Jones Named HDR Marine Terminals Leader
Ports engineer Bryan Jones has been named HDR’s marine terminals leader.Based in Savannah…
Saronic Selects Port of Gulfport for Marauder On-Water Testing
Saronic has expanded its operations to Gulfport, Mississippi, establishing an initial…
Nick Primrose Joins Jones Walker as Special Counsel
Jones Walker LLP welcomed Nick Primrose as special counsel in the Government Relations…
Hybrid Mobile Harbor Crane Commissioned for Port of Gulfport
SSA Marine and the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport (Port of Gulfport)…
Singapore Issues Eight New LNG Bunkering Licenses
Singapore has issued eight new licenses to supply liquefied natural gas as a marine fuel in Singapor
Port of Bilbao Sees Largest YoY Growth Since 2004
In the first half of the year, the Port of Bilbao handled 17,317,427 tons of cargo…
Boluda Corporación Marítima Inaugurates Rotterdam Headquarters
Boluda Corporación Marítima has officially inaugurated its Netherlands headquarters in Rotterdam…
MPA, World Maritime University to Continue Strengthening Maritime Education, Leaders
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and World Maritime University…
Echandia to Provide Battery Systems for Two Electric Tugs
Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works has selected Echandia to supply battery systems…
Valenciaport Hackathon Highlights Growing Role of Live Port Innovation
The Port of Valencia is strengthening its position as a proving ground for maritime…
Traffic through Strait of Hormuz Slows After Vessel Attack
Fewer vessels transited the Strait of Hormuz on Friday than earlier this week, hours…
"Offshore" refers to the discovery and development of oil and gas resources which lie underwater. Usually the term refers to ocean-based oil extraction , though the term can also apply to drilling in lakes and inland seas. The remote locations…
Modern pipelines are installed with and other control devices (pumps and valves) to efficiently move liquids, gases, slurries (solid particulates in liquid suspension) and even solids. Pipelines usually consist of welded sections of metal pipe…
The maritime industry is undergoing a significant transformation as it seeks to reduce its environmental impact and comply with increasingly stringent regulations on emissions. One of the most promising avenues for achieving these goals is the adoption of alternative fuels in marine propulsion systems. These fuels, including liquefied natural gas (LNG), biofuels, hydrogen, and ammonia, offer various benefits and challenges that are reshaping the future of marine propulsion. This article provides a technical overview of the key alternative fuels currently being explored and their implications for the maritime industry.
Maritime piracy in Southeast Asia has been a persistent and complex issue with deep historical roots and contemporary relevance. This region, characterized by its extensive coastal areas, strategic maritime routes, and bustling trade activities, has frequently been targeted by pirates. The issue of piracy in Southeast Asia presents economic, security, and governance challenges that require regional cooperation and coordinated efforts.
The vast, open oceans have long served as conduits for commerce, adventure, and exploration. However, along with the grandeur of maritime activities comes inherent risks, one of which is the specter of armed robbery at sea. Also known broadly as maritime piracy, this menacing threat envelops not just the economic marine highway but also the lives and safety of those who navigate it.
