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26. янв, 12:07 Maersk Line makes first call to Gothenburg with low sulphur fuel On 24 January ...

seagull 26. янв, 12:07
Maersk Line makes first call to Gothenburg with low sulphur fuel
On 24 January Edith Maersk, one of the world’s largest container vessels, performed her first call to Gothenburg with low sulphur fuel, MaritimeDanmark reports. This will reduce sulphur emissions close to Gothenburg by 90 percent within the port control area.

The fuel switch program will be implemented on all Maersk Line vessels calling Gothenburg in line with the “Improved fuel quality program” introduced by port of Gothenburg.

With this Maersk Line also becomes the first container carrier to join Port of Gothenburg Fuel Switch Program. As a major player in the shipping industry, Maersk Line contributes significantly to total air emissions from vessels. Fuel switch programs near city centres are one of the measures that are taken to lead the way towards more sustainable transportation

Maersk Line vessels, calling port of Gothenburg on a weekly basis will switch to low sulphur marine diesel oil containing less than 0.1 percent sulphur from January 2012 before entering the fairways into Gothenburg. The vessels are sailing in direct service to Asian ports such as Malaysia and China.

“Sulphur is a major problem for our industry. We are concerned with the impact on public health, in particular for people living close to busy ports”, says Jacob Sterling, Head of Climate and Environment, Maersk Line.

The fuel switch program is just in line with Maersk Lines environmental objective – Drive to zero SOx. Maersk Line’s global target is to show leadership and through partnership drive the industry so that that sulphur emissions from shipping can be removed by global regulations.

“The fuel switch will lead to improved health and at the same time reduce our customers supply chain footprint,” says Christian Juul-Nyholm, Manager of Maersk Line Scandinavia.

“Through the participation in this and other fuel switch programs worldwide, Maersk Line clients can feel safe that they choose a carrier that cares for the environment and takes local health impact into consideration.”

“Maersk Line really welcomes the Port of Gothenburg fuel switch program and hopes that other Northern European ports will follow this example,” says Nicklas Viby, Senior Director Maersk Line Northern Europe Operations.

“Port of Gothenburg’s program basically maintains a level playing field while keeping it costly for polluters to continue their behaviour and at the same time providing incentives for the ones that change behaviour and take extra costs for switching to low sulphur fuel,” he said.

The Port of Gothenburg is the largest port in the Nordic region with 11,000 visits by vessels each year. One-third of Swedish foreign trade passes through the Port of Gothenburg as well as 65 percent of all container traffic.

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22. янв, 11:11 Maersk Line to join Port of Gothenburg Fuel Switch Program On 24 January Edith ...

seagull 22. янв, 11:11
Maersk Line to join Port of Gothenburg Fuel Switch Program
On 24 January Edith Maersk, one of the world’s largest container vessels, will perform her first call to Gothenburg with low sulphur fuel. This will reduce sulphur emissions close to Gothenburg by 90 percent within the port control area. The fuel switch program will be implemented on all Maersk Line vessels calling Gothenburg in line with the “Improved fuel quality program” introduced by port of Gothenburg.
With this Maersk Line also becomes the first container carrier to join Port of Gothenburg Fuel Switch Program. As a major player in the shipping industry, Maersk Line contributes significantly to total air emissions from vessels. Fuel switch programs near city centres are one of the measures that are taken to lead the way towards more sustainable transportation. Maersk Line vessels, calling port of Gothenburg on a weekly basis will switch to low sulphur marine diesel oil containing less than 0.1 percent sulphur from January 2012 before entering the fairways into Gothenburg. The vessels are sailing in direct service to Asian ports such as Malaysia and China.
“Sulphur is a major problem for our industry. We are concerned with the impact on public health, in particular for people living close to busy ports,” says Jacob Sterling, Head of Climate and Environment, Maersk Line.
The fuel switch program is just in line with Maersk Lines environmental objective – Drive to zero SOx. Maersk Line’s global target is to show leadership and through partnership drive the industry so that that sulphur emissions from shipping can be removed by global regulations.
“The fuel switch will lead to improved health and at the same time reduce our customers supply chain footprint,” says Christian Juul-Nyholm, Manager of Maersk Line Scandinavia. He further said, “Through the participation in this and other fuel switch programs worldwide, Maersk Line clients can feel safe that they choose a carrier that cares for the environment and takes local health impact into consideration.”
One of Maersk Lines valued customers confirms that. “Electrolux welcomes initiatives to reduce the impacts of shipping on people's health and the environment. Maersk Line's focus on reducing SOx emissions fits well with Electrolux own commitment to sustainability across our whole supply chain,” says Henrik Sundström, VP Group Sustainability Affairs, AB Electrolux.
“Maersk Line really welcomes the Port of Gothenburg fuel switch program and hopes that other Northern European ports will follow this example,” says Nicklas Viby, Senior Director Maersk Line Northern Europe Operations. “Port of Gothenburg’s program basically maintains a level playing field while keeping it costly for polluters to continue their behaviour and at the same time providing incentives for the ones that change behaviour and take extra costs for switching to low sulphur fuel,” he said.
The Port of Gothenburg is the largest port in the Nordic region with 11,000 visits by vessels each year. One-third of Swedish foreign trade passes through the Port of Gothenburg as well as 65 percent of all container traffic.
Operational Fuel Switch details
The Fuel Switch conducted is done in line with Port of Gothenburg Environmental program which requires vessels to sail with a fuel containing less than 0.1 percent sulphur within the Vessel Traffic Area of Gothenburg. In practice the fuel is switched onboard the vessel well before the line 6 nautical miles west of Vinga. Switching involves changing which tank is supplying the fuel and controlling the rate of temperature changes during the transition. Vessel personnel follow the engine manufacturers’ recommendations in the switch. The fuel switch conducted by Maersk Line is estimated to cut sulphur oxide emissions with 12 ton annually in Gothenburg.
Local fuel switch programs are an important part of this work through good example and at the same time by reducing emissions in areas where many people live. Other measures that Maersk Line is doing that also reduce sulphur emissions are test of biodiesel in cooperation with US Navy, test of scrubbers in cooperation with Maersk Tankers as well as reductions through reduced energy consumption.
Maersk Line is a division of the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group and is the leading liner shipping company in the world serving customers all over the globe. Our operations comprise more than 500 vessels, 17,000 employees, and 2 million containers spread across 135 countries. Maersk Line was the first ocean carrier to have its fleet carbon emissions independently verified.

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21. янв, 9:48 New service between Gothenburg and the UK The Port of Gothenburg has announced ...

seagull 21. янв, 9:48
New service between Gothenburg and the UK
The Port of Gothenburg has announced a new service between Gothenburg and Killingholme in the UK. The service is being operated by the recently established shipping company North Sea RoRo, CargonewsAsia reports. Magnus Kårestedt, chief executive of the Gothenburg Port Authority, welcomes the arrival of North Sea RoRo.
"The deal means that we can now offer an even better range of routes to the important UK market."
The company will call at the Port of Gothenburg three times a week, commencing on January 24. Logent, which operates the car terminal at the Port of Gothenburg, will be responsible for all stevedoring in Gothenburg and will act as agents for the service.
Behind North Sea RoRo is the Gothenburg-based forwarding company NTEX. There are now two ro-ro companies operating between the UK and the Port of Gothenburg – DFDS Seaways and North Sea RoRo.

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15. дек, 9:06 Swedish Competition Authority approves APM Terminals’ Skandia Container Terminal...

seagull 15. дек, 9:06
Swedish Competition Authority approves APM Terminals’ Skandia Container Terminal deal
The Competition Authority of Sweden has approved APM Terminals’ filing for the Skandia Container Terminal in Gothenburg, Sweden.On 11 October 2011, The Port of Gothenburg and APM Terminals signed the concession agreement to manage Sweden’s largest container terminal – the Skandia Container Terminal for the next 25 years. APM Terminals will invest over USD 115 million in the first five years of operation to make the port more competitive as a North Europe freight hub for the Nordic and Baltic markets. Most of the investment will target infrastructure improvements.
“We are very pleased that the matter has been dealt with so quickly. It is positive for both the 450 employees at the terminal and for our customers”, commented Sven Hulterström, Chairman of the Port of Gothenburg.
Keld Pedersen, APM Terminals newly appointed Managing Director of Skandia Container Terminal echoed Sven Hulterstrom’s thoughts, adding “This is a clear example of the business friendly environment Sweden offers investors and we are keen to work closely with the people of the Port of Gothenburg to build on their success.” Pedersen was selected based on his experience as head of the terminal division of the Port of Tanjung Pelepas, Malaysia – one of APM Terminals’ largest volume, deepwater hub ports in Asia.
Project teams from APM Terminals and the Port of Gothenburg are now moving forward with the next steps in the implementation plan for the transfer of management and operations in January 2012.

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15. июн, 18:17 Boa Tugs starts operating at the Port of Gothenburg In a short space of time, t...

seagull 15. июн, 18:17
Boa Tugs starts operating at the Port of Gothenburg
In a short space of time, two new tug companies have established operations at the Port of Gothenburg. Last autumn it was the Danish company Nordane and now the Swedish company Boa Tugs has begun towing vessels at the port, the Port of Gothenburg press service said.

Previously, there was only one tug company at the Port of Gothenburg, Röda Bolaget, which changed name to Svitzer a few years ago. Now there are three competing tug companies at the port.

"The fact that a competitive situation has evolved is positive for our customers and we welcome Boa Tugs to the Port of Gothenburg," states Magnus Kårestedt, Port of Gothenburg chief executive.

Boa Tugs emerged the winner in the port's procurement of an emergency tug company and a fire boat. This means that Boa Tugs will assist vessels with towage in the event of an accident and will also assist in extinguishing fires, both ashore and on board other vessels.

"Just one of our tug boats can spray up to 40,000 litres of water per minute, which is an enormous capacity," states Anders Maiqvist, local manager for Boa Tugs.

If a fire were to break out at the port, Boa Tugs has been assigned to pump seawater into the port's water pipes used for firefighting – a vital task as a shortage of fresh water can arise quickly.

One of Boa Tugs' five vessels is a specially constructed 'escort vessel' designed to tow tankers. Such a vessel can take over control of the tanker if an accident were to occur. Previously, it was only Svitzer that could offer this service at thePortof Gothenburg.

For further information please contact Cecilia Carlsson, Media Relations Officer, on +46 31-731 22 45 or at cecilia.carlsson@portgot.se.

Fact file: Port of Gothenburg
The Port of Gothenburg is the largest port in the Nordic region with 11,000 visits by vessels each year. One-third of Swedish foreign trade passes through the Port of Gothenburg as well as 65 per cent of all container traffic.

The Port of Gothenburg is the only port in Sweden with the capacity to receive the world's largest container vessels and has the broadest range of shipping routes within and outside Europe. The 26 rail shuttles that depart each day mean that companies throughout Sweden and Norway have a direct, environmentally smart link to the largest port in the Nordic region. The Port of Gothenburg has terminals for oil, cars, ro-ro, containers and passengers.

Source: shippingonline.cn

5. май, 10:15 Gothenburg port’s Q1 box volume up 6% to 233,000 TEUs Container throughput of P...

seagull 5. май, 10:15
Gothenburg port’s Q1 box volume up 6% to 233,000 TEUs
Container throughput of Port of Gothenburg in the fist quarter of 2011 rose by record 6 percent from the same period of 2010, to 233,000 TEUs, the Port Authority said.

Three-month volume of Ro-Ro cargo grew by 10%, while the number of handled cars surged by 39% to 64,000 units.

"The quarterly report shows that imports and exports of cars in Europe are back to pre-crisis levels although trade with other parts of the world is still clearly below 2007 and 2008 levels," Magnus Kårestedt, Port of Gothenburg chief executive said.

In January-March, handling of crude oil and oil products (gasoline, diesel, ethanol, biofuels) increased by 10% to 22 million tons.

The Port of Gothenburg is the only port in Sweden with the capacity to receive the world's largest container vessels. The Port of Gothenburg has terminals for oil, cars, ro-ro, containers and passengers. The Port of Gothenburg is the largest port in the Nordic region with 11,000 visits by vessels each year. One-third of Swedish foreign trade passes through the Port of Gothenburg as well as 65 per cent of all container traffic.

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