Legal & Policy
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The role of Ports in bridging the gap between the interests of urban and business communities
THE 6TH GREENPORT CONGRESS will continue the theme established at previous events of examining the challenges and opportunities of developing good practice and sustainable solutions in ports. 13 Sep 2011 - GreenPort
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Dangerous goods
According to research, last year alone ports handled at least 400 million teu and there is evidence that the general level of international trade is even higher this year, writes Mike Compton. 09 Feb 2011 - GreenPort
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At the waterfront
Ports are placed at the waterfront, so the potential environmental impact of activities are manifold, writes José Fernandez Garcia. Here he gives an overview of a new set of guidelines that aim to help... 16 Dec 2010 - GreenPort
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Setting an example
Henrik Kristensen, head of CSR/HSSE for APM Terminals, outlines the environmental objectives for container port and terminal operations in the 21st century 06 Dec 2010 - GreenPort
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Is “safe” really safe?
In safety, as in the environment, there is often a gap between theory and practice. Tatiana Eggert, of HPTI, investigates 27 Jun 2010 - GreenPort
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Timber deck cargo under the spotlight
An updated Code of Safe Practice for the carriage of timber cargo on deck is now being prepared for submission to the IMO’s DSC sub-committee. Mike Compton* reviews the probable changes to the Code 31 Mar 2010 - GreenPort
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Managing air quality and greenhouse gases
The West African Port of Tema has been working on a project to manage air quality and reduce greenhouse gases. Harry Barnes-Dabban, Executive Co-ordinator, Ports Environmental Network-Africa (PENAf), reports 30 Mar 2010 - GreenPort
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An Independent Professional
In the first of three articles for GreenPort Journal, Captain Chris Haley, Secretary of the Australian Marine Pilots Association (AMPA), explains the role of the marine pilot 25 Mar 2010 - GreenPort
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EU transport policy – on the right road?
Nicolette van der Jagt, secretary-general of the European Shippers Council, calls on regulators and industry to engage with each other to achieve sensible, practical emissions reductions policies 23 Mar 2010 - GreenPort
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Dredging and nature conservation: one problem – many issues
Conflicting dredging legislation can lead to inappropriate decisions being made that relate to local circumstances. Roger Morris*, of Bright Angel Coastal Consultants, considers the issues 16 Mar 2010 - GreenPort
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Charge NOX emissions from ships
Christer Ågren, of the Air Pollution & Climate Secretariat (AirClim), outlines the proposal to designate the Baltic Sea as a NOX emission control area 15 Mar 2010 - GreenPort
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Harbour masters in ‘the Chain’
In today’s maritime world, the role of the Harbour Master is critical not just for the effi cient docking and handling of vessels, but also in protecting the port environment, writes Ingrid Römers, Secretary of the European Harbour Masters’ Committee 10 Mar 2010 - GreenPort
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Harbour noise and marine life
Underwater noise in harbours is potentially damaging to marine mammals and fish. Increasingly, scientists are researching and publishing data on the impacts of various sources of underwater noise on different species. Eelco Leemans and Annemarie Kats of the North Sea Foundation explain 10 Mar 2010 - GreenPort
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AirClim: “Europe needs Emissions Control Areas”
Europe should follow the example of the US and Canada by establishing ECAs, says Christer Ågren of the Air Pollution & Climate (AirClim) Secretariat 18 Nov 2009 - GreenPort
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Time to end illegal international shipments of waste
Major international container seaports and inland ports are crucial hubs for the transportation of waste streams, much of which is illegal. B.H. Ruessink and G.J.R. Wolters1 present the facts and threats – and make a call for action 12 Jun 2009 - GreenPort
