Margherita Bruno

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Triton agrees container leasing company sale

1 month ago | porttechnology.org | Margherita Bruno

According to the latest statement from Triton, the transaction is subject to standard closing conditions, including regulatory approval, and is anticipated to close in the first half of 2025. GCI is a marine container leasing company based in Bermuda, with operations around the world. The company operates a fleet of approximately 500,000 TEUs, serving many of the largest shipping lines globally.
Portchain, ONE celebrate one year in digital berth alignment

1 month ago | porttechnology.org | Margherita Bruno

Over the past year, this partnership has delivered key improvements in operational efficiency and sustainability while promoting the adoption of Just-In-Time (JIT) port calls. The collaboration has reportedly enabled ONE to coordinate over 1,700 port calls worldwide, driving measurable reductions in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
PSA achieves 10 million TEUs milestone at Tuas Port

1 month ago | porttechnology.org | Margherita Bruno

Tuas Port, the world’s largest fully automated container terminal, was designed to meet the increasing needs of international shipping, aiming to enhance Singapore’s position as a leading transshipment hub. The port’s automated systems are a key feature in PSA’s strategy. These systems reportedly allow for more streamlined operations, contributing to faster processing times for ships and containers.
Mindanao Container Terminal transitions to solar power

1 month ago | porttechnology.org | Margherita Bruno

Since 14 February, MCT has been using solar energy supplied by PrimeRES Energy Corporation under a retail supply contract within the Philippine energy department’s Retail Competition and Open Access (RCOA) framework. During daylight hours, the terminal is powered by solar energy, while at night, it draws electricity from PrimeRES’ broader supply portfolio, including the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM).
Port Technology Summit North America - Sample Edition

2 months ago | porttechnology.org | Margherita Bruno

What an incredible turnout—it was great to be back in Virginia for such a special event! Now that the PTI team is back in the office, it’s the perfect moment to reflect on the hottest topics from the conference and share some key takeaways from our esteemed sponsors. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the first-ever Port Technology Summit—it’s been three days packed with insightful discussions, new connections, and groundbreaking tech.
Zim joins “Move to -15” coalition

Jan 15, 2025 | porttechnology.org | Margherita Bruno

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. has joined the “Move to -15” coalition, a cross-industry initiative aimed at reducing emissions in the cold chain sector. The coalition seeks to raise the standard temperature for frozen cargo from -18°C to -15°C, a change that could prevent up to 17.7 million metric tons of CO2 emissions annually.
CMA CGM partners with JA Solar to advance maritime decarbonisation

Nov 26, 2024 | porttechnology.org | Margherita Bruno

CMA CGM has partnered with JA Solar, a prominent provider of photovoltaic power solutions, to advance sustainability in the maritime supply chain. This collaboration supports CMA CGM’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, leveraging its ACT+ range of low-carbon solutions to help decarbonise operations. In 2024, JA Solar’s adoption of sustainable fuels resulted in the prevention of over 500 tonnes of CO2 emissions.
Carriers' Q3 earnings surge sixfold to $17 billion

Nov 22, 2024 | porttechnology.org | Margherita Bruno

The third quarter of 2024 has seen significant financial results for major carriers, with a combined EBIT of $17.06 billion, reflecting a 600 per cent year-on-year (Y/Y) increase. The data comes from Sea-Intelligence’s latest analysis, whose figures exclude ZIM’s one-time non-cash impairment loss of $2.06 billion in Q3 2023 to provide a more accurate comparison. The latest figures also represent a notable increase from the $6.12 billion EBIT reported in Q2 2024.
APM Terminals Pier 400 upgrades with larger cranes

Nov 22, 2024 | porttechnology.org | Margherita Bruno

APM Terminals (APMT) Pier 400 in Los Angeles has taken delivery of three new state-of-the-art cranes to enhance its capacity to handle large vessels. These larger ship-to-shore (STS) cranes are set to boost operational efficiency, potentially saving up to 14 hours per vessel while modernising the terminal’s crane fleet to meet current and future demands. The cranes arrived on the Zhen Hua 26 carrier after a 30-day journey across the Pacific Ocean.
Next-Generation Ports - Sample Edition

Nov 20, 2024 | porttechnology.org | Margherita Bruno

Welcome to the 145th edition of our e-journal, dedicated entirely to looking ahead at the future of port operations. In this issue, we’re exploring the trends and solutions that are transforming how ports operate and helping the industry stay ahead in an ever-evolving world. We’ve asked the question: what will be the key trends and innovations that will shape next-generation port operations?