This Week In Global Logistics

04.27.2012 By

Port of Tanjung Priok Container Terminal Project Approved – The long-delayed New Priok development at the Port of Tanjung Priok in Indonesia has been approved for construction by presidential decree. Phase 1 of the project will provide an additional capacity of 4.5 million TEUs and is scheduled to open in 2014. By 2023, container volume capacity will be tripled to more than 18 million TEUs in order to accommodate the largest container vessels and remove the need to transship at Singapore.

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Clean Sailing Cargo Ships – Japan has three projects in progress to make ships more ecologically sustainable by adding masts, sails, and other efficiency technologies. The Wind Challenger will use carbon-fiber sails to reduce CO2 emissions by up to 50%. The Aquarius MRE, from Eco Marine Power, incorporates solar panels, lithium batteries, control systems and sails in order to cut fuel costs 10-20%. Lastly, the NYK Super Eco Ship will use fixed sails, aiming to reduce emissions 69% by 2030.

Read more from Fast Company

Port of Los Angeles to Invest in Infrastructure – The Port of Los Angeles is investing billions of dollars into its transportation infrastructure in an effort to maintain its ranking as the largest container port in the US. The port‘s ranking is threatened by North America’s Pacific Coast ports competitive intermodal service to the Mideast. East and Gulf coast ports are preparing to launch a similar development project once the Panama Canal expansion project is completed in 2015.

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Port of Melbourne Redevelopment – Ted Baillieu, Premier of Victoria, has announced a $1.2 billion redevelopment of the Port of Melbourne with hopes of solidifying Victoria’s reputation as the freight and logistics capital of Australia. The focus of the project will be the construction of a new container terminal at Webb Dock while infrastructure upgrades will also be made at Swanson Dock in order to increase existing container capacity. This announcement is an important part of the Coalition Government’s plan to provide the infrastructure required to meet growing demand.

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04.20.2012 By

US-Colombia FTAUS-Colombia Free Trade Agreement Effective in May – The Office of the US Trade Representative (USTR) has announced that the US-Colombia Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will go into effect May 15, 2012. This FTA is in support of President Obama’s National Export Initiative which has a goal of doubling US exports. According to the USTR, the benefits include an increase in US exports, support of more American jobs, enhancement of US competitiveness, and removal of significant barriers to US goods entering Colombia’s market.

Read more from Integration Point

Sabine Pass Natural Gas Export Plant Approved – The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has voted in favor of Cheniere Energy’s plan to build a giant natural gas liquefaction and export terminal at Sabine Pass, which straddles the Texas-Louisiana border just north of the Gulf of Mexico. This $10 billion, 500-acre project is scheduled to begin before July.

Read more from CNN Money

Facial Recognition in China’s High Speed Rail Stations – The Beijing-Shanghai high speed rail line is planning on installing facial recognition surveillance systems at three of its stations: Shanghai Hongqiao, Tianjin West, and Jinan West. The identification system will allow officials to identify criminals via surveillance cameras and will work even when people are moving. Police say the real-name ticket purchasing system also helps them catch criminals.

Read more from Tech in Asia

Port of Stockton Public-Private Partnership Project – The Port of Stockton has put together a public-private partnership that has recently completed a $1.2 rail project. The project is funded by the port in partnership with Union Pacific Railroad and Metropolitan Stevedore. The additional 5,825 feet of new track will allow the Port of Stockton to double its volume of iron ore and coal exports.

Read more from Transportation Issues Daily

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07.08.2011 By

Collapsible Cargo Container Being Tested – A new collapsible container design is being developed by the Dutch company Cargoshell.  The new container is made of lightweight composite materials and, according to the manufacturer, can be broken down by one person in 30 seconds.  This collapsed footprint takes only one fourth of the space compared to a standard container.  Due to the smaller footprint and lighter weight, the container is designed to save energy during transport and handling.

Learn more from Eye for Transport.

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Challenges to Europe’s Cap-and-Trade Policy – In 2012, the European Union (E.U.) plans to include all airlines that take off or land in Europe in their Emissions Trading System (ETS).  Under the plan, airlines will becharged the entire cargo emissions of their plane’s routes, even those outside of E.U. airspace.  This has many U.S. airlines and lawmakers claiming that the plan would violate international law.  The legality of this plan is currently being evaluated by the highest court in the E.U.  .

Learn more from the New York Times.

US-Mexico Agree on Trucking Pact – A new cross-border trucking agreement was finalized that will end punitive tariffs implemented by Mexico on certain U.S. products.  These tariffs, which amounted to $2.4 billion, were implemented as a result of a breakdown in the previous agreement.  U.S. exports welcomed the news while many U.S. truckers and labor groups continue to raise concerns about competition as well as the safety and oversight of the Mexican trucks.

Learn more from the JOC.

China Eases Barriers for Foreign Vendors – The Chinese government has softened its stance on foreign entities bidding for technology or energy contracts.  This comes as welcome news to firms in Europe and the U.S. as these contracts amount to approximately $1 trillion annually.

Learn more from the About.com Logistics/Supply Chain blog.

 

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07.01.2011 By

container ship at portCarriers Push for “No-Show” Fees – Maersk and APL are moving toward a system of penalties to be charged to shippers whose containers fail to meet cutoffs for their intended vessel.  According to Maersk, 30% of booked containers never show up for their planned departure.  The carriers will use pilot programs in certain tradelanes before expanding the practice. 

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U.S. West Coast Port Closed for “Bloody Thursday” – U.S. West Coast Ports will be closed on July 4th and 5th.  As is annual tradition, the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) use July 5th to recognize “Bloody Thursday,” the anniversary of a 1934 labor dispute that resulted in the death of two dockworkers.

Bomb-Resistant Cargo Hold Being Tested – A new bomb-resistant baggage hold is being tested by engineers in the U.K.  The team of researchers has developed a flexible enclosure made of advanced materials designed to absorb an explosion.  Initial test have been promising and it is possible for the new technology to make its way to commercial aircraft within two years. 

Read more from Wired.

Restaurant Made of Shipping Containers – A new restaurant in San Antonio, Texas is made entirely of cargo containers.  The four retrofitted containers house a kitchen, beverage car, restrooms, and office space.  The owner plans on expanding using more containers, including a stage for live music performances.

Read more from My San Antonio.

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06.03.2011 By

China Raises Power Prices – A looming power shortage in China has led to price increase as much as 3% in some areas.  The increases are targeted at commercial, industrial, and agricultural users and specifically exclude residences. As summer’s peak demand approaches, industry experts believe that severe power shortages are possible. 

Read more from Reuters.

APL Adds Cold Ironing to Port of Oakland – APL became the first steamship line to use shore-side power while docked at the Port of Oakland.  The container shipping line plans to avoid 50,000 pounds of nitrogen oxide pollution and 1,500 pounds of particulate matter annually at the bay area port.

Read more from Eye For Transport.

Maersk Announces Piracy Surcharge – Denmark based Maersk Line has implemented a piracy surcharge for cargo shipped between India and the Middle East.  The surcharge of $70 per FEU (forty foot equivalent unit) is effective June 1, 2011.

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FMC Offices Closed Temporarily – The Federal Maritime Commission’s offices in Washington D.C. were forced to close this week due to an ongoing power outage.  Thousands of residents in the area were left without power for three days as the local utility dealt with hot weather in the nation’s capital.  The FMC regulates ocean commerce and companies that serve the industry including freight forwarders, ocean transportation intermediaries (OTIs), non-vessel operating common carriers (NVOCCs), etc.

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