Margherita Bruno

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Volvo, DFDS trial night truck operations at Port of Antwerp

1 month ago | porttechnology.org | Margherita Bruno

The project, running since October 2024, aims to reduce congestion, improve transport efficiency, and support sustainability through the use of heavy-duty electric trucks. The partnership centres on transporting spare parts containers between Volvo Trucks’ distribution centre in Ghent and Antwerp’s deep-sea terminals. Operating largely during off-peak hours, the electric fleet ensures emission-free transport.
Wärtsilä to deliver cargo systems for VLACs in South Korea

1 month ago | porttechnology.org | Margherita Bruno

Wärtsilä confirmed that the order was booked in Q2 2025, adding to the company’s growing portfolio in gas carrier system technologies. The 88,000 cubic metres capacity vessels have been commissioned by a Japanese ship owner. READ: Wärtsilä launches carbon capture solution to shipping marketVLACs are a specific type of Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC), designed to transport ammonia in bulk.
DP World chooses OneStop VBS for Coode Road facility

1 month ago | porttechnology.org | Margherita Bruno

Scheduled to open on 12 May 2025, the Coode Road facility is situated within the Port of Melbourne and spans over 25,000 square metres. The new site aims to bolster landside logistics through services such as truck parking, container stacking, and storage. This new technology will serve as the digital foundation of the facility, aimed at streamlining operations and enhancing visibility across the supply chain.
Triton agrees container leasing company sale

Mar 14, 2025 | 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

Feb 25, 2025 | 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

Feb 25, 2025 | 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

Feb 25, 2025 | 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

Feb 18, 2025 | 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.