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CONTENTS NEWS

16 Global briefing 5G transition, dust control and contaminated soils

8 Product News Green fuel trucks, Eco hybrid RTGs, Hybrid straddle carriers

REGULARS 15 Australasia Viewpoint Dave MacIntyre looks at Townsville’s long-term sustainability plan

19 Asia Viewpoint Singapore gets smarter with logistics

23 Africa Viewpoint

20 FEATURES

12 Performance Mark Nailer, Midstream Lighting, on the terminal lighting revolution

29 Opinion Isabelle Ryckbost, ESPO, talks onshore power supply

9 Recycling Oil recycling goes full circle, writes Rebecca Jeffrey

Namibia is looking at environmental management plans, writes Shem Oirere

30 Cruise Focus

17 Events The ESPO conference this year is going hybrid in three locations

Michele Witthaus talks to Port Saint John, Canada, about shifting strategic priorities

33 Future Fuels A round up of port focused stories from around the world

20 Pollution A Q&A with Bolina Ltd, which is on a mission to clean up Europe’s waterways

24 Vessels GreenPort talks to CMBTECH, which is behind pioneering hydrogen port vessels

26 Performance Antycip has been supporting ports with digital adoption during the pandemic

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Green recovery

Terminals are realising the benefits of getting greener – both from an operational point of view and also by accountability

Spring has finally sprung after what seems like a very hard winter but now for most of us, there is hope on the horizon. We look forward to the post pandemic world with a renewed vigour and optimism, ready to embrace the forward thinking changes we have picked up over the last year. And now has never been a better time to embrace green technology. The pandemic has seen developments pick up a pace, terminals are realising the benefits of getting greener – both from an operational point of view and also by accountability to their customers and stakeholders. In this issue we look at one of the main contenders in the future fuel mix – hydrogen. More specifically we look at some of the first hydrogen powered vessels to serve ports and the use of the fuel into the future. Whether you’re an advocate or critic, it’s clear that ports are fast becoming the first local hotspots for hydrogen power. Both on the supply and production of the clean fuel, but also on the applications which will run on it. Is this one fuel that you’re considering working into your environmental strategy, or will you be steering clear? We think we’ll be seeing more of this fuel in the sector going forward. Another thing we take a look at is how automation has allowed one terminal to continue its training operations during the pandemic while maintaining the requirements of social distancing within a Covid secure environment. Not only were operations minimally impacted there were some clever lessons learnt, proving that some hybrid changes will be here to stay in the post pandemic world. We look at how terminals have been embracing clean technology too. For the smaller, but no less important operations, it would be well worth taking a look at our feature on lighting because it could really make a difference to your bottom line if you haven’t looked at it already. It’s another example of how you don’t have to make major changes and set aside the next ten year’s budget to reap the benefits of efficiency. And lastly, just a word on events. As we move forward out of the pandemic we continue to embrace conferences that are somewhat of a mix between webinar based and in person attendance. Events have become even more important to attend to stay in the loop and abreast with the industry as we haven’t been able to attend in person. So please pre-register for the ESPO conference in May, Coastlink in September and the GreenPort Congress in October. You can be assured that whatever happens, you will be taking part in shaping the industry’s role in the world’s green recovery. Join in with the GreenPort discussion online by following @GreenPortBiz on Twitter and Facebook. And search for the GreenPort page LinkedIn and request to join. We look forward to seeing you all soon.

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GLOBAL BRIEFING

Contaminated soils are being recycled into construction materials by a new chemical cleaner. The new installation Liège soil valorisation centre of Envisan, environmental subsidiary of Jan De Nul Group, will allow the Belgian market to take advantage of a circular solution which is great news for the environment. During the physical-chemical cleaning process, contaminated soils and dewatered sediments are processed and cleaned with different types of pollutants.

First zero-emissions Busan Port Authority's first allelectric passenger ferry is a key step in South Korea's plan to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. ABB has secured a contract with Busan-based shipyard Haemin Heavy Industries to provide a complete electric power and propulsion solution for the 40m long twin-hulled ferry, which is due for delivery in 2022. The ferry represents the first commitment to a plan by South Korean authorities that will see 140 state-owned conventionally powered vessels replaced with those operating on cleaner alternatives by 2030.

Hydrogen project A large-scale hydrogen production facility will be built and developed at Port Anthony in Australia with planned initial production of 20t per day. Real Energy Corporation Limited's 100%owned hydrogen division Pure Hydrogen Corporation Pty Ltd said its Joint Venture (JV) company with Liberty Hydrogen, Pure Hydrogen International Inc., has signed a deal with hydrogen project development company Port Anthony Renewables Limited for the production facility.

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The transition to 5G is leaping ahead with a French port moving from trials to commercial roll-out. For HAROPA Port of Le Havre, 5G will allow better communications between sea and land enabling it to optimise safety and improve sustainability by gathering multiple types of environmental data. “The trials conducted with our partners have led to the identification of new applications, demonstrating that 5G's reliability and flexibility make it a particularly suitable data communication solution for future industry and the Seine Axis ports,” said Antoine Garibal, director of strategy at Siemens France. SMART PORT “This ambitious, rigorous approach based on co-construction is the right solution for the requirements of industrial companies, providing greater resilience, competitiveness and sustainability.” Formed back in 2018, as part of the Smart Port City programme, Le Havre's “5G Lab” collective was formed with three industrial

Photo: HAROPA Ports

Cleaning up

PORTS MAKE THE TRANSITION TO 5G

corporations - Nokia, Siemens and Électricité de France (EDF). The objective was to identify application scenarios that could, after some experimentation, be developed across the Seine Axis ports. One of these scenarios is to field-test 5G's technical capacity to manage electricity grids, including micro-grids. A major step forward has since been made in the city and port 5G trials. Orange, the French telecoms operator, has announced the roll-out of 5G,

8 Le Havre is embracing 5G

which will boost the projects currently in their test phase. France isn't the only country taking a step forward in terms of 5G though. In the UK, Verizon Business is working with Associated British Ports (ABP) to deploy private 5G at the Port of Southampton. Delivered in partnership with Nokia, Verizon's private 5G platform will provide the port with a secure, low-latency private network connection.

DUST CONTROL TACKLED IN GHANA Bedeschi has been awarded a contract for the design, procurement, manufacturing, supply, construction, supervision of installation, testing, commissioning and staff training of cargo handling equipment in the Port of Takoradi, Ghana. The company said: “Bedeschi will supply 5 conveyor belts for a total length of av. 3km; 2 shiploaders A frame type mod. 50/1400 and one eco-hopper. The 2 shiploaders and the eco-hopper will be delivered fully erected from our shipyard directly to the client jetty with dedicated heavy lift vessel. “The project is state of the art for the environmental standards (dust collection and de-dusting system specifically designed for this application). All the conveyors are closed, included the section where tippers and eco hoppers are in operation.” Bedeschi will also provide the computerised control system for the equipment. The machines,

Photo: Bedeschi

BRIEFS

8 Bedeschi's cargo handling equipment will suppress dust at the Port of Takoradi in Ghana

managed by VFD, are expected to increase the port's handling capacity by 25%. The Port of Takoradi is owned by the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority. Major commodities

handled through the port are manganese, bauxite, clinker, wheat, bulk and bagged cocoa, quicklime, containerised cargo, equipment for the mining and oil/gas industry.

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GLOBAL BRIEFING

ECO TRAIN AIDS POLB CLEAN AIR PLAN

Green power use

8 This is the second Tier 4 engine that Metro Ports has brought for its Pier 'G' operations at the Port of Long Beach

required by regulatory agencies but a voluntary, proactive step to lead the charge in environmental stewardship. Tier 4 represents a significant improvement in air quality emissions over the local industry standard of currently operating Tier 2 equipment. Mario Cordero, executive director of POLB, said: “Through this acquisition, Metro continues to enhance its leadership position in the demonstration and deployment of clean technology equipment. Such efforts will help

the Port, in partnership with operators like Metro, meet and exceed its CAAP goals.” The new locomotive's addition is a project four years in the making, involving Knoxville Locomotive Works and the South Coast Air Quality Management District, who coordinated to procure grant funds provided by the EPA earmarked for projects that achieve significant reductions in diesel emissions. These funds contributed to cover the total cost of the US$3.17m for the purchase.

UPPING THE ANTE IN AUTOMATION and commissioning of the new AutoShuttles, allowing for increased productivity across the automated apron, with greater flexibility for maintenance outages,” said Jon Wheeler, COO, VICT. SEAMLESS AUTOMATION The six new Kalmar AutoShuttles will join the existing fleet of 11 as

Photo: Kalmar

Increased AutoShuttles will increase efficiency at Australia's first fully automated container terminal. The six Kalmar machines ordered by Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT) will be put to good use at the Port of Melbourne's Webb Dock East. “We look forward to the arrival

BRIEFS

Photo: Metro Ports

Investment in an ultra-low emissions locomotive engine by a Port of Long Beach (POLB) operator will contribute towards the San Pedro Bay Ports Clean Air Action Plan. This is the second ultra-low emissions (Tier 4) engine that terminal operator and stevedoring company Metro Ports has brought for its Pier 'G' operations at the Port of Long Beach. The first unit was produced by National Railway Equipment Company. “It's our honour to be operating in lock-step with the Port of Long Beach and their award-winning Clean Air Action Plan. Metro Ports recognizes its position as an industry leader and seeks to inspire awareness with its early adoption of the newest technology in clean-air equipment,” said Robert Dickey, president of Metro Ports. The 'Tier' number is a classification assigned to operating equipment by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), with a higher tier being assigned to cleaner-burning equipment with lower emissions. These improvements are not

8 An additional fleet of AutoShuttles will increase capacity and efficiency at VICT

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part of a capacity expansion programme at VICT. They will help VICT to continue to leverage maximum value from their automated solutions. The machines will be fully erected and tested prior to delivery to ensure rapid, smooth integration into the terminal's automated operations. VICT's automated operations are powered by a Kalmar One Automation System - a complete end-to-end system that combines Kalmar automated equipment and a pre-integrated and tested software solution. The OneTerminal deployment at VICT includes Navis N4 Terminal Operating System (TOS), a Kalmar Automatic Stacking Crane (ASC) system with 20 Kalmar ASCs, 11 Kalmar AutoShuttles, and the Kalmar Automated Truck Handling system. Delivery is expected at the end of 2021.

A 45% reduction in emissions is in reach of one American terminal which has started to use green renewables including wind and solar power. APM Terminals Elizabeth at the Port of New York/New Jersey expects to reduce CO2 emissions by 45% in 2021 translating into an estimated emissions reduction of 8000 metric tonnes of CO2 in 2021. “Our decision to pursue green sourced energy reflects our overall long-term company plans to decarbonise our terminal operations,” said Jon Poelma, managing director of APM Terminals Elizabeth.

Transnet takes Transnet has successfully carried out a rail project that supports the company's strategy for a modal shift from road to rail to improve efficiency and reduce emissions. A collaboration between Transnet Port Terminals and Transnet Freight Rail saw the testing of a reefer container train to ease congestion at Transnet's Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT) in South Africa.

Fees waived LNG and hydrogen-powered ships will be encouraged to visit a Japanese port from April. The Port of Tokyo will waive an entry fee for ships powered by LNG and hydrogen to promote the use of cleaner marine fuels. This exemption will run for five years from 1 April. The ports of Yokohama and Kawasaki will also apply it to LNG-powered and LNG bunkering ships. “The waiver is aimed at contributing to global efforts to boost use of cleaner fuels and support faster development of hydrogen-powered ships,” an official of the Tokyo metropolitan government said.

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PRODUCT NEWS

Hybrid straddle Diesel-electric straddle carriers have been ordered by a Taiwanese port to help it protect the environment and move closer towards sustainability. Cargotec's Kalmar will deliver two diesel-electric straddle carriers to Taiwan International Ports Corporation, Ltd. (TIPC) for use at the Port of Keelung. Delivery is scheduled for Q4 2021.Daniel Ho, vice president, Solutions Sales, Asia-Pacific, Kalmar, said: “We are proud to be able to continue supporting TIPC as a trusted equipment supplier for the Port of Keelung. Our straddle carriers provide customers with proven performance and safety benefits that Kalmar equipment is known for.

Green cabins The Port of València has installed two new environmental quality and control cabins to monitor weather, air quality and noise. Being able to receive data on emissions from port activity in real time will allow the port to continuously improve the state of the environment by adjusting its activities. “These new cabins complement the PAV's entire environmental monitoring network for the control of environmentally friendly installations,” said a PAV spokesperson.

FOSSIL-FREE GREEN FUELLED TRUCKS Fossil-free trucks will enable port and terminal operators to reduce their carbon footprint. Tests carried out by Konecranes show the latest generation of Konecranes lift trucks can use HVO100 fossilfree, renewable diesel. "Konecranes is stepping up efforts to decarbonise not only its own operations, but those of its customers. Fossil-free fuel, together with our energy-efficient Lift Trucks, provide a great opportunity for our customers to reduce their carbon footprint and give us a strong competitive advantage,” said Mikko Välimaa, VP for health, safety, environment and quality (HSEQ) and sustainability at Konecranes. 100% RENEWABLE HVO100 is a 100% renewable and fossil-free chemical copy of regular diesel made mostly of vegetable oils as well as suitable waste and residue fat which can reduce fossil-based carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by up to 90%. With nearly the same

Photo: Konecranes

BRIEFS

8 The latest generation of Konecranes lift trucks can use HVO100 fossil-free fuel

characteristics as regular diesel, renewable HVO100 can be used in most, but not all, diesel engines without further modification. Starting in Q4 2020, Konecranes has been testing HVO100 in selected lift trucks at its Markaryd, Sweden factory and found the fuel works as efficiently as regular diesel, with no engine modifications needed. The results mean HVO100 can be used in all of Konecranes' latest generation of lift trucks,

Generation C, representing approximately 40% of the company's fleet operating globally. The potential for significant emission reductions is clear. Looking at Markaryd alone, the estimated reduction of tailpipe CO2 emissions from HVO100fuelled trucks both produced and used at the site is expected to fall by over 300t per year - equivalent to 100 passenger cars driving 15,000km annually.

TERMINAL CLEANS UP WITH HYBRID RTGS Eco-efficient hybrid RTGs will expand operations and reduce emissions at a US terminal. Ports America Chesapeake (PAC) has ordered 15 remotelyoperated Konecranes RTGs for its Seagirt Marine Terminal at the Port of Baltimore. The RTGs replace older equipment and are an important step in the terminal’s long-term plan to have fully electric operation and zero

tailpipe emissions, while maintaining its truck turn times. The equipment will also significantly increase the current RTG container handling capacity, improving operational efficiency. “As we anticipate additional ecommerce growth and numbers to continue to rise at the Port of Baltimore with the expansion of the Howard Street Tunnel, we are committed to finding

Environmentally friendly hull cleaning has become more accessible in southern Africa with the launch of a mobile hull cleaning service at a port in the region. HullWiper Ltd is teaming up with KWINT Offshore Services Namibia (Pty) Ltd to offer its brush and diverfree, solution for underwater hull cleaning to vessels calling at the Port of Walvis Bay in Namibia.

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Photo: Ports America Chesapeake

Green hull cleaning

8 15 Eco-efficient hybrid Konecranes RTGs will help cut emissions at the Ports America Chesapeake-operated Seagirt Marine Terminal at the Port of Baltimore

sustainable expansion solutions, like our partnership with Konecranes,” said Bayard Hogans, vice president of PAC. “We see Konecranes as a trusted supplier and selected them for their strength in delivering equipment and services that reduce climate impact. This partnership reflects Ports America Chesapeake’s commitment to the environment, safety, and sustainable growth.” Mario van den Heuvel, Director of RTG Product Line, Konecranes Port Cranes, said: “Ports America Chesapeake has set a goal for reducing its carbon emissions in the years to come, and I’m pleased that we were able to meet their requirements for operational flexibility and eco-efficient operations.” Konecranes will deliver the new RTGs in three batches starting in Q1 of 2022. Ports America Chesapeake’s Seagirt Marine Terminal currently handles an annual volume of just over 1m TEUs.

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RECYCLING

OIL RECYCLING GOES FULL CIRCLE

Photo: Ecoslops

The circular economy is playing an increasingly important role in the decarbonisation agenda for ports and Ecoslops is a driving force, writes Rebecca Jeffrey

Responsible waste handling and recycling remans a challenge for ports aiming to meet ambitious sustainability agendas and dealing with oil waste is no exception. French cleantech company Ecoslops aims to contribute to the energy transition by collecting and regenerating marine fuel oil residues or 'slops', into new fuels. This enables it to offer an “economic, ecological, traceable and transparent solution” for ports, shipowners and waste collection companies. P2R VACUUM DISTILLATION Ecoslops' first Petroleum Residue Recycling (P2R) micro-refining unit has been installed at the Port of Sines in Portugal since 2015. Built, owned, operated and financed by Ecoslops, the P2R has a treatment capacity of more than 30,000t of hydrocarbon fraction per year. After waste is collected, the hydrocarbons are separated from water and sediments. The water contained in the slops, as well as waste waters from the Port of Sines, are then treated and released back into the natural environment.

8 Ecoslops’ first industrial processing unit was established at the Port of Sines in 2015

This gasoil is produced or blended to be compliant with the IMO (International Maritime Organization) 2020 Low Sulphur Regulation. Theoretically it could be recycled again. However, 1t of gasoil generates only a few kilos (0.1%) of waste, so the process is efficient at utilising and eliminating waste. “It is still the only plant in the world able to regenerate waste into new products,” says Vincent Favier, CEO of Parisheadquartered Ecoslops. He explains the technology offers a measurable reduction of CO2: “We are producing 1t of fuel, with two thirds of savings in terms of C02 compared to a normal refinery. This is because we operate on a short loop basis, collecting and producing waste and selling the product locally."

The P2R column has a hydrocarbon fraction treatment capacity of 100t per day. It works by heating petroleum slops to 400°C. It then uses a unique vacuum distillation technique which enables most hydrocarbons to vaporise and the production of fuels, including gasoil for the transport industry and light bitumen for waterproofing, which are then sold.

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Photo: Scarabox

As decarbonisation efforts see marine fuel become cleaner, Ecoslops is aware that the oil waste handling needs of ports will change 8 Ecoslops’ Scarabox has a hydrocarbon fraction treatment capacity of 3-6,000t per year

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Accountability and transparency remain a challenge for waste handling, says Mr Favier. The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) is solid legislation, but decades on there isn't enough scrutiny of waste once it has left the port, he stresses. Ecoslops is tackling this issue with its localised technology and processing.

TECHNOLOGY ROLL-OUT Ecoslops is now making a profit on the unit, a milestone which is key to attracting investment in the businèss and roll out of the technology at other ports. A P2R unit is currently being developed by Ecoslops in La Mède, near Marseilles, France. Total will provide services and utilities at the unit, which is anticipated to help make the oil residue collection industry in the Port of Marseilles more commercially attractive. The COVID19 pandemic has delayed construction, but only by approximately three months. “We will open the plant at the end of April instead of December," explains Mr Favier. Plans are also in place to install a 60,000t per year minimum capacity P2R unit at the site of ATPC, a subsidiary of VTTI group, in the Port of Antwerp and a unit in the Suez Canal region in Egypt, to contribute to increasing the competitiveness of the Suez Canal and Egyptian ports. “The very big ports are suitable for P2R. We are now looking at ports in Asia, including Singapore,” reveals Mr Favier.

Commercial viability is crucial and will ensure stakeholders proactively engage in plastics recycling, rather than simply forcing plastic producers to pay for treatment Ecoslops also has a second business line that offers the modular and easy to install mini P2R, now named Scarabox. It has a hydrocarbon fraction treatment capacity of 3-6,000t per year and is designed for smaller ports. The equipment is sold and installed by Ecoslops, which also provides training, but does not operate the units. The Scarabox treats slops and sludges and used lube oil from cars, trucks and buses, the disposal of which is a growing concern in developing countries, where Scarabox units have recently been sold. “We have signed the first plant in Kribi. It will be commissioned before the end of the year,” says Mr Favier. In March, Ecoslops signed a first sales contract with Cameroon-based Valtech Energy for the operation of a Scarabox unit at the Port of Kribi in Cameroon, following the

Photo: Ecoslops

STABLE INVESTMENT The Port of Sines' P2R unit serves as a case study for other ports, and Sines has received visits from other ports and port reception facility companies to observe how the unit operates. “That's good for the reputation and ecosystem of the port,” points out Mr Favier. This also helps break through the conservatism of the maritime industry. “It takes years to convince ports or private companies to adopt new technology,” emphasises Mr Favier. In addition to providing an oil recycling solution, the unit provides a stable investment for the Port of Sines for the next 10-15 years. “The port needs to have a port reception facility but if it's not an interesting proposition for companies, companies will not apply, the port will need to pay out,” points out Mr Favier. In March, Ecoslops renewed of its Port of Sinès operating license, comprising an extended storage license and an environmental license. This means it can now store and process more waste.

signing of a letter of intent in June 2020. Marine Bunker Ltd. (MBL) is also due to operate a Scarabox unit at Ghana's Port of Terma, following the signing of a letter of intent in February. Last year, Ecoslops signed a letter of intent with Aqua Flore for a Scarabox unit at the Port of Agadir in Morocco, plus a letter of intent for a Scarabox at the Société Anonyme de Raffinerie aux Antilles (SARA) oil refinery, next to Fort-de-France port on Martinique, in the Caribbean. The latter unit will be operated by SARA and commissioning is planned for the second half of 2021.

8 The P2R column has a hydrocarbon fraction treatment capacity of 100t per day

EVOLUTION CHALLENGE As decarbonisation efforts see marine fuel become cleaner, Ecoslops is aware that the oil waste handling needs of ports will change. “That's why we want to concentrate on big ports, where we know there will be enough slops and sludge for the next 20 years," says Mr Favier. “But clean fuel and new sources of energy will be a good thing, even if it's not a good thing for us.” Ecoslops is already expanding its remit to meet new industry needs. As well as treating used lube oil with the Scarabox, it sees big potential in the plastics market and is working on distilling pyrolysis oil from solid plastic waste with a dedicated treatment as an end goal. “This could open, another, much bigger market for us as solid plastic is everywhere,” says Mr Favier. “It is difficult to find an economical and profitable way to regenerate plastic.” Commercial viability is crucial and will ensure stakeholders proactively engage in plastics recycling, rather than simply forcing plastic producers to pay for treatment. “If you can increase the commercial value, you can make a profitable business,” Mr Favier adds. Ports are now taking a more practical look at what is happening in the circular economy and this will elevate standards, predicts Mr Favier. “They are at the stage now of looking at funding, taking risks, or becoming a partner to some companies. They will be able to better understand innovation.” Ports placing more value on innovation in the circular economy could well serve to accelerate clean fuel investment.

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DAY ONE - Wednesday 20th October 2021 0800 Coﬀee and registration 08:30 Opening by Chairman/Moderator 08:35 Welcome Address by Port of Piraeus

Keynote addresses 08:45 The Political Agenda of European Ports Isabelle Ryckbost, Secretary General - European Sea Ports Organisation Roger Strevens, VP, Global Sustainability - Wallenius Wilhelmsen

09:30 Q&A with Presenters and special guests

Session 1 – ‘Sailing in the LNG era’ – Poseidon MEDII Project 10:00 The Poseidon MEDII Project aims to contribute to reducing negative impacts of heavy fuel oil powering and to facilitate the implementation of the requirements of a number of EU Directives regarding alternative fuels for a sustainable future in the shipping industry. This panel showcases the projects partners on how they are successfully contributing and implementing the project. 11:00 Coﬀee & Networking

Session 2 – Cruise Stream A sustainable future – developments in Green Cruise Terminal Projects 11:30

Congress Stream Sustainable development in Port Infrastructure – learning through collaboration 11:30

Introduction by Port of Piraeus 11:45

The environmental management of small ports – challenges and options Christopher Wooldridge, Honorary Research Fellow - Cardiﬀ University

Best Environmental Practices in Port Reception Facilities. Stelios Karampelas, Head of Port Reception Facilities - Antipollution

Siemens* Caroline Price, Green Ports Director - Royal Haskoning DHV

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Recent advances in harmonizing marine seaport infrastructure with the environment Wiebe de Boer, Sr. Project Manager Ports & Coasts - Deltares The EU green deal and the Western Balkans Maritime Ports of the extended TEN-T Network – Challenged and opportunities Kristijan Lezaic, Desk oﬃcer for Waterborne Transport - Transport Community

12:15

Q&A

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13:00 Lunch & Networking

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For further information please call +44 1329 825335 or email congress@greenport.com Session 3 – Cruise Stream What’s next for the cruise industry – taking a look at the latest in sustainable cruise ships & technological innovation

Congress Stream Policy & Environmental Workshop - ESPO

Ms Valeria Mangiarotti, Senior Vice President 14:10 and Director of Sustainability and Environmental Issues - Medcruise 14:30

Workshop facilitators: Christopher Wooldridge, Honorary Research Fellow - Cardiﬀ University

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Moderator: Valter Selén, Senior Policy Advisor Sustainable Development, Cruise and Ferry Network, EcoPorts Coordinator - ESPO

Q&A

Rosa Mari Darbra Roman, Professor - Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya

15:50 Coﬀee & Networking

16:20 Session 4 – Greening of Ports and Shipping including alternative fuel projects 16:20 Title to be announced Introduction by Port of Piraeus 16:50 Ammonia as an alternative fuel Mr Malte A. Siegert, Chairman - NABU 17:20 Q&A Conference Close Conference Dinner

DAY TWO - Thursday 21st October 2021 0820 Coﬀee and registration 08:30 Opening by Chairman/Moderator 08:35 Morning Welcome Ms. Lamia Kerdjoudj-Belkaid, Secretary General, Federation of European Private Port Companies and Terminals

Keynote addresses 08:50 IAPH/WPSP sustainability initiatives on the decarbonisation and digitalisation of ports Dr. Antonis Michail, Technical Director, World Ports Sustainability Program, IAPH ESPO Environmental Report. Valter Selén, Senior Policy Advisor Sustainable Development, Cruise and Ferry Network, EcoPorts Coordinator - ESPO

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Book Online at greenport.com/congress or fax form to +44 1329 550192 09:10 Session 5 – Powering Ports - Energy efficiency improvements and on-shore power supply Local renewable power generation and energy efficiency measures in smaller ports Mr. Alex Ruijs, Senior Consultant Electrical Power & Energy - Royal HaskoningDHV 09:25 Onshore power case studies in the Baltic sea area Mr. Klaus Kopelman, COO - Shore-Link Q&A 10:40 Coffee & Networking

11:00 Session 6 – Port Equipment - Supporting the drive for improved sustainability & eﬃciency The green transition: Towards fully electric operations Mette Kjems Baerentzen, Product Portfolio Manager – Kalmar* 11:10 Q&A Panel Discussion

08:20 Lunch & Networking

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PERFORMANCE

REVOLUTIONISING OPERATIONS BY STARTING SMALL The terminal of the future is a phrase that has grown in prevalence over the last decade, writes Mark Nailer, Maritime Manager EMEA, Midstream Lighting The connotations of the term evoke a vision of a smoothrunning maritime hub with clean, safe and seamless operations. While future gazing is not limited to the last decade alone, an increase in environmental regulation and consequent environmental ambition in many sectors, has heightened discussion on what a sustainable future may look like for the shipping industry. With Europe aiming to become carbon neutral by 2050, the EU Green Deal specifically targeting a 90% reduction in GHG emissions in the transport sector and international regulation, such as SDG 14, forcing ship and port owners to scrutinise every element of their supply chains, action is inarguably required today.

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8 Hupac Terminal secured a 65% energy saving by upgrading its lighting

Photo: Port of Aarhus

SUSTAINABLE LIGHTING Tackling port modernisation, can to a point, start relatively small and expand in line with needs, ambition and budget. Reevaluating all elements of a port or terminals' existing infrastructure is a good place to start to assess where small, incremental changes can be easily made to reduce costs, while supporting environmental initiatives. Those changes need not be seismic and can be as simple as upgrading a lighting solution. An important legal and insurance requirement, high quality lighting is necessary to conduct critical operations efficiently, maintain security standards and protect workers, regardless of the size or location of the port or terminal. Accounting for a large portion of a terminal's energy consumption and operating expenses, lighting is often an underappreciated asset. For example, many ports and terminals still use economically and environmentally adverse lighting solutions, such as highpressure sodium, metal halide, or other similarly dated technologies. This is despite more sustainable and cost-

Photo: Midstream Lighting

ENVIRONMENTAL VS COST While there are port and terminal owners and operators placing environmental initiatives at the forefront of strategy - wider industry collaborations such as EcoPorts are evidence of this sustainability is ultimately not always the driving force behind many port redevelopments. And although solutions such as total port electrification and AI are synonymous with the industry's vision of the 'terminal of the future', such 'big ticket' changes can be a distraction from more accessible steps to modernising operations. Similarly, with increasing competition between ports and the economic impact of the pandemic still felt by many, the predominant driver for investment in available technologies is usually a reduction in OPEX. However, when making those decisions in isolation, a lower initial outlay may not always result in lower long-term costs and may put port or terminal owners and operators at risk of moving two steps back in terms of environmental standing. Fortunately, technologies are available that can deliver both benefits whilst been much more accessible than the futuristic applications that we look forward to seeing develop.

8 At the Port of Aarhus the bespoke solution was 230 LED floodlights installed as part of a new quay extension

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PERFORMANCE

effective lighting solutions being available on the market, such as LED lighting. To put this into perspective, although a metal halide lamp delivers a high lumen output in the short term, it will typically lose around 20% of its lumen output in the first six months, while still consuming 100% of the energy. In contrast, LED lighting reduces port and terminal energy consumption by over 70%, minimises light pollution and, due to its durability, reduces waste. The solution is sustainability superior in relation to cost, lifespan, and energy efficiency.

SAVING WATTS The energy saving potential of LED lighting is verified and tangible. In fact, we recently contributed to the UK Port of Tyne's modelling exercise and long-term analysis of its electricity network, to support decarbonisation. The initiative saw the port successfully reduce its energy use by 2.3 million kWh eliminating more than 1,500 tonnes of CO2. As part of its clean strategy, we designed a unique high-mast lighting solution that turned only four of floodlights on at dusk. The six remaining floodlights could be turned on with a push button on the mast, to provide the higher Lux values when needed. Our Titan 420 series of LED floodlights enabled not only huge energy savings but a 50% increase in light levels.

Tackling port modernisation, can to a point, start relatively small and expand in line with needs, ambition and budget Likewise, we secured a 65% energy saving by recently upgrading Hupac Terminal's outdated metal-halide lighting systems on its cranes with 120 of our Docker 350 and 150 luminaires. The company recognised the lighting it was using was unnecessarily sapping energy and the costs involved was becoming less sustainable.

8 Midstream has contributed to the UK Port of Tyne's long-term analysis of its electricity network to support decarbonisation

Another case in point is Denmark's largest commercial port the Port of Aarhus (AAR. Our bespoke solution, which saw 230 LED floodlights installed as part of a new quay extension, significantly reduced energy consumption by 35%. This meant that within two years the technology had paid for itself. The notable cost saving has enabled scope for further investment and also improved visibility within the yard and quay, increasing safety, security and employee wellbeing. It goes without saying that the more time spent future gazing, the longer we'll continue to live with avoidable inefficiencies, costs, and emissions. While some 'smart' maritime hubs have already spent considerable amounts improving sustainability and operational performance, like the Port of Rotterdam and Port of Vancouver, the millions invested is not a realistic sum for all. Discussions on the terminal of the future should therefore start by focusing on where small, incremental improvements can easily be made to reap economic and environmental payback, while the vision for the future gradually comes more to fruition. Investing in lighting is not only critical to improving performance now, but in illuminating the pathway for other aspects of improvement and realistically raising the bar for sustainability in the sector.

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8 Mark Nailer, Midstream Lighting

Photo: Midstream Lighting

Despite using considerably less energy, LED lighting also delivers greater visibility in comparison to more traditional lighting solutions, increasing light levels by up to and above 50% due to the light clarity. For example, high-pressure sodium lighting provides poor colour rendering for CCTV systems, as well as potentially producing harmful levels of ultraviolet radiation, which can negatively impact workers. This is all while being costly to maintain. Although the initial cost of traditional lighting solutions can be higher, investment in LED lighting provides a long-lasting and sustainable solution; the energy efficiency savings achieved mean that the technology pays for itself within 18 months. Straightforward upgrades to existing infrastructures can therefore not only result in significant cost savings, but also pave the way for performance gains in other areas of port operations, such as safety, security, and operational performance. LED lighting will therefore be critical in managing the energy transition within ports and terminals, especially as owners and operators seek to play their part in reducing the carbon impact of global supply chains. As such, it is an opportunity for owners and operators to significantly improve environmental performance, particularly in terms of energy usage, no matter what the size or location of the port or terminal.

Photo: Port of Tyne

It goes without saying that the more time spent future gazing, the longer we’ll continue to live with avoidable inefficiencies, costs, and emissions

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AUSTRALIA VIEWPOINT

LONG TERM SUSTAINABILITY VISION

Photo: Port of Townsville

Townsville, on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef, has released its vision for the next 30 years charting a sustainability plan, writes Dave MacIntyre

SIGNIFICANT THREAT The port is aware that climate change is a significant threat to the Great Barrier Reef and therefore a commitment to being climate-positive is essential. For nearly 30 years the port has monitored its local environment and partnered with scientific and research organisations to understand and share knowledge from Cleveland Bay, including water quality, seagrass health and hydrodynamics. More recently, the Channel Upgrade Project has seen an expansion of monitoring into coral, inshore dolphins, shorebirds and marine megafauna. Among the initiatives planned under Port Vision 2050 are adopting sustainable and resilient design for infrastructure, embracing industry-leading practices to protect and improve biodiversity and ecosystems, fostering collaborative research programmes and knowledge sharing, and minimising emissions. Specific targets are set for the port becoming carbon neutral for its own operations and using 100% renewable energy, undertaking catchment area improvement projects to reduce sediment loss, planting one million more trees, and increasing port green space. The trees will offset carbon emissions and contribute to the development and greening of community spaces along the waterfront. CLIMATE POSITIVE Port of Townsville chief executive officer, Ranee Crosby, told GreenPort that being “climate-positive” means going beyond a goal of net-zero carbon emissions, to effectively remove more carbon from the environment than the port is adding. “For us, that means becoming carbon neutral by 2025 for our own operations, then working with our port customers to help them achieve their carbon neutral goals, and looking for ways to initiate or support projects that remove carbon emissions

The port is aware that climate change is a significant threat to the Great Barrier Reef and therefore a commitment to being climate-positive is essential from the broader community." “Ultimately, being climatepositive means looking beyond our own emissions and working with our customers and community to take collective action on climate change. “Being 'climate-ready' is about adapting our operations in the short-term to ensure that we are ready for the long-term challenges that climate change will inevitably bring. The predicted effects of climate change include rising sea levels and an increase in frequency and severity of storms and floods.” She said Townsville is embracing sustainable infrastructure design to future proof assets against these challenges. For example, a rock wall being built as part of the Channel Upgrade Project, prepares for rising sea levels over the next 50 years. Ms Crosby said Townsville is currently conducting a feasibility study for using solar power across port operations, as well as transitioning its energy supply to 100% green energy. Additionally, it is continuing to support and facilitate renewable energy industries. Other initiatives focused on supporting healthy reefs and ecosystems include committing more than AUS$17 million to environmental monitoring and mitigation strategies over six years as part of the Channel Upgrade project and investing AUS$1 million in upgrading equipment at boundary air monitoring stations. The port will also be publishing realtime water and weather dashboards on its website to enhance the community's understanding of the environment and collaborating with local partners to install baskets in stormwater drains, to prevent litter and debris entering waterways.

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8 Ranee Crosby, CEO, Port of Townsville

Photo: Port of Townsville

Port Vision 2050 contains strategic objectives and initiatives across four priority areas of planet, community, people and prosperity and has been developed in keeping with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Australia's largest copper, lead, zinc, sugar and live cattle port, envisages that around AUS$1.8 billion of investment will be needed over the next 30 years to enable it to deliver on its vision, including a capital asset renewal and maintenance programme to ensure assets are operating in line with climate goals.

8 The port wants to become carbon neutral and use 100% renewable energy

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ESPO

THE ESPO CONFERENCE IS BACK AS A REGATTA The ESPO Conference has become an annual highlight for the whole European port industry and this year it will take on an exciting new hybrid format This year's event in May will take its participants on a Conference Regatta crossing Europe from South to North visiting the Port of Valencia, North Sea Port and the Port of Oslo. There will be a morning conference in each of the three venues and, if the situation with the pandemic allows, a networking moment and port visit. These conference mornings will be complemented by some other smaller side gatherings and events. “This format must allow everybody to attend at least virtually and by “sailing” around, we hope to be able to open for in-person attendance in the three venues,” says Isabelle Ryckbost, secretary general, ESPO. “Both in content and in format, we guarantee an exceptional event, even for virtual participants. I promise, this won't be just a webinar.”

THE CONFERENCE On Tuesday 25 May, the first conference day will set sail with an impressive line-up of inspirational presentations, including the joint Deloitte-ESPO study which looks at drivers and trends explaining the changing role of Europe's ports. The second conference day on Wednesday 26 May, discusses politics. Topics of discussion will be Europe's Recovery and Resilience policy, the review of the TransEuropean Transport policy, the Green Deal and Europe's mobility strategy. On Friday 28 May, the final day of the ESPO Conference Regatta, the green deal and sustainability are both on the agenda. There will be a debate zero on pollution ports with stakeholders and experts from all around Europe and ESPO will also present its new Green Guide. “We have now been experiencing working life without inperson meetings and events for a year,” says Ms Ryckbost. “With our Regatta format, we aim at finding a positive answer by linking the event to three real venues in Europe.” IMPORTANT TIMES Virtual webstreaming will ensure that, notwithstanding the pandemic and lockdown restrictions in the different parts of Europe, all speakers can participate and everyone can follow in case travelling is not possible. Ms Ryckbost says that after a cancelled conference last

Photo: ESPO

PORT TRANSITION The theme of the 2021 ESPO Conference Regatta is 'Europe's ports at the crossroads of transitions'. Obviously after a difficult year owing to the pandemic, the focus will be firmly on the strategic role of ports in Europe as real engines of growth and recovery. “As ESPO, it is our role to follow these and to proactively explain to EU policy makers how Europe's ports can be partners in these transitions and in the recovery and what is needed in terms of policy to help ports in this role,” says Ms Ryckbost

The focus will be firmly on the strategic role of ports in Europe as real engines of growth and recovery

8 Port of Oslo, one of ESPO’s hosts this year

year, there is now a need to come together, even if it will still be, to a large extent, virtual. She points out there is so much to talk about. After a year of disruption, Europe is preparing for a green recovery, a plan that aims at combining the need to recover with the delivery of the Green Deal, Europe's flagship project to become the world's first net-zero emission area by 2050. At the same time, Europe's economy is getting ready for a digital future. Being at the centre of different strategies, Europe's ports can be a partner in building a stronger and better Europe. They can develop towards becoming real engines of growth and green post-Covid recovery. Finally, every crisis is also an opportunity she says. Since ESPO is providing full virtual coverage this year, it might be a unique opportunity for some European ports to allow more of their staff to follow the event and network. REGISTRATION The ESPO Conference Regatta 2021 comes with value for money registration fees, including a family rate for 5+ attendees from one company or port. Register now at https://www.mercatormedia.com/ourbusiness/espo-conference-regatta-2021 All information on www.espo-conference-regatta-2021.com

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ASIA VIEWPOINT

SMARTER BOOKING LEADS TO GREENER LOGISTICS Green benefits will result from an integrated one-stop booking platform for Singapore's container depots, terminals, hauliers and logistics facilitie Developed by PSA, SmartBooking is an online service platform which supports digitalisation efforts by seamlessly connecting stakeholders across the supply chain and logistics value chain in Singapore. “By bringing players across the supply chain and logistics value chain onto a single platform, PSA, together with our valued partners, are championing to establish an Intelligent Logistics Ecosystem, connecting key nodes comprising our port, depots, warehouses and plants,” said Ms Seow Hwee, head of cargo solutions Southeast Asia, PSA International. “This is important for driving interoperability between systems and the robust exchange of supply chain-related information will transform our logistics community into a wellconnected and resilient hub.”

SmartBooking allows processes to be further streamlined leading to a more efficient logistics ecosystem and an overall reduction in carbon footprint iBOX is further integrated with SmartBooking for seamless data exchange, enabling better truck visibility for enhanced efficiency between logistics facilities and container depots, two major nodes in container transportation. The SmartBooking initiative is supported by Enterprise Singapore (ESG), Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), and Smart Nation and Digital Government Office (SNDGO). GREEN ACCOLADE MPA was recognised for its decarbonisation efforts in 2020 with an environmental award. This is the third consecutive time that MPA has been certified as an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Port Services Network (APSN) Green Port. Quah Ley Hoon, chief executive of MPA, said: “In Singapore, we see opportunities to grow the industry in a greener and

Photo: PSA

HIGH EFFICIENCY Through SmartBooking, users can gain higher visibility of the entire logistics flow, obtaining easy access to information such as vessel schedules, container movement events and planned activities. SmartBooking allows processes to be further streamlined, with the optimisation of assets and resources, leading to a more efficient logistics ecosystem and an overall reduction in carbon footprint. In addition, PSA, with advisory input from Container Depot and Logistics Association (Singapore) (CDAS), has also introduced 'iBOX' (Intelligent Box Operation eXchange), a nextgeneration depot management solution that digitally connects the port with container depots across Singapore.

more sustainable way. We will continue to work closely with our stakeholders and partners, to reduce the impact of port activities on the environment.” The Green Port Award System (GPAS) programme is a green evaluation system for ports in the APEC region developed by APSN with the endorsement of the APEC forum. The programme promotes the sustainable development of ports in the Asia-Pacific region.

8 SmartBooking is an online service platform which supports digitalisation efforts across Singapore

SUSTAINABILITY FOCUS In 2020, MPA undertook a series of sustainability initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the Port of Singapore. Notably, MPA established a S$40m Maritime GreenFuture Fund for research, testing and adoption of low-carbon technologies. MPA also embarked on efforts to enable the Port of Singapore to supply LNG as a marine fuel. In addition, MPA established the Future Fuels Port Network with international partners to collectively drive the research and development of clean marine fuels across participating ports in support of industry decarbonisation.

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POLLUTION

DEALING WITH FLOATING DEBRIS In this Q&A, GreenPort talks with Gregory Duquennois from Bolina Ltd, a company on a mission to clean up floating debris in the waterways Q

Why is the Bolina project so innovative?

In an effort to improve the water quality of Europe's rivers, Bolina Ltd, an Ecocoast company, has engineered the longest floating debris boom to catch plastic and other floating debris. The boom, installed on the Belgian tidal river of Scheldt, funnels 218kg a day into the plastic catcher, removing seven tonnes of debris and human pollutants a month from the river. An innovative design was required due to its tricky location on the river Scheldt near the Temse Bridge. Various factors came into play including the tidal effect of up to six metres, the alternating current directions and water speeds of up to two metres per second, as well as the river being a busy shipping route - a fitting challenge for both Bolina and DEME. The original design integrated the tried and tested Bolina floating debris booms that would rise and fall with the tide. Two giant 'arms' would form a funnel and guide the pollution towards the plastic collector to be trapped and then disposed of by means of a waste container and an autonomous vessel. Both arms are constructed from one full length, without intermediate pieces or other connections in order to maintain maximum tensile strength. The arms span 103 metres for the northern side of the funnel and the southern arm is 175 metres. Due to the extreme tidal effect, Bolina D-500 pile drivers were provided at the beginning of the booms, which followed the full height difference of six metres, four times a day. At the plastic collector, a special roller system was designed for the connection between the Bolina floating debris booms and the collector itself. The new roller system allows free movement between the dirt screen and the pontoon in the event of strong waves and tides, without losing any plastic or floating debris. The project utilised autonomous technology such as an installed pontoon, which is automatic and a collecting vessel to transport the debris onshore. Another innovative aspect of the project is the VR-technology, used to monitor and operate the installation remotely, which will identify the difference between a kayaker and a piece of timber that needs to be collected.

How does the boom work?

DEME installed a litter trap in Temse, with a floating funnel, A made with Bolina Debris Booms that cover part of the river. Operational 24/7, it catches and collects drifting debris inside the Bolina floating debris boom. The booms guide the debris and plastic waste towards the litter trap, which collects everything from masks, to pieces of timber that would damage vessels on the river. Once the litter trap is full, everything is transferred into a CO2 neutral DEME vessel using VR technology. The debris is then transported to the riverbank, where DEME transfers once again the litter for collection and processing.

Q A

How can the system compliment the work that ports are doing to clean up their waters? If this DEME project was installed at strategic points, it would not interfere with ships, while creating an automatic

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Photo: Bolina Ltd

The boom funnels 218kg a day into the plastic catcher, removing seven tonnes of debris and human pollutants a month from the river

8 An innovative design was required due to the tricky location on the river Scheldt near the Temse Bridge

system for clean water, trapping the debris and human pollutants at the source and also protecting the vessels.

Q A Q

Could the installation be set up at a harbour/port entrance or is the aim to stop the litter from reaching the port? This project would work perfectly if the port is situated at a downstream river. Where could we see the system being used next?

This installation at Temse is currently the only one of its kind, and set to be a case study and example to waterway, government and environmental organisations who are looking for innovative products for their regions.

What further product solutions are in the pipeline to assist in cleaning up the rivers/waterways? Currently, Bolina Environment Booms are used for pollution A control in sensitive areas, such as industrial sites, nature reserves, harbours or marinas, pumping stations, water treatment works, dam spillways, just to mention a few. They are the toughest of their type, proudly designed and manufactured in the United

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POLLUTION

8 Bolina Ltd has engineered the floating debris boom to catch plastic and other floating debris

Kingdom. The booms are unique in the market as the only fully flush faced debris booms currently available. The design makes the booms self-clearing when installed at a suitable angle to the current flow, allowing for easy debris collection at a convenient point or deflecting debris away from sluices or intakes to stop them from getting blocked. Two new products are currently in the pipeline, which will be released by mid-year, suitable for oil and debris containment.

Research shows that river floods are boosting the spread of plastic around the world, raising fears over the potential health risks posed to people and wildlife

Photo: Bolina Ltd

8 Gregory Duquennois, Bolina agent Netherlands and Belgium

Stopping the spread of plastic Bolina booms can help stop the spread of plastic in our waterways. Research shows that river floods are boosting the spread of plastic around the world, raising fears over the potential health risks posed to people and wildlife - even a lowseverity flood can boost the spread potential of plastic nearly ten-fold when compared to nonflooding conditions. Furthermore, the ability of floods to increase the spread of plastic is greatest in the developing world, where the rates of plastic pollution are the highest and flood defences are inadequate. For example, in Bangladesh the country facing the highest increase in the spread of plastic during floods - a low severity flood can lead to a 40-fold increase in the

spread potential of plastic, when compared to non-flooding conditions, the report says. This is by no means a developing world problem either, with cities in the 'developed world' also contributing hugely to the plastic pollution problem. In fact, one of the study's lead authors points out that if plastics get flushed out of a city and into its sewer networks, the pollution can end up in river systems hundreds of kilometres away, making it much more difficult to clean up. With the world producing around 350 million tonnes of plastic a year, this is not a problem that is going away anytime soon. Alarmingly, it is not quite clear to researchers where all the plastic waste ends up, with between 10,000 to 100,000 tonnes of what is

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produced ending up in the world's oceans. It is clear that urgent action needs to be taken, and while not every piece of plastic can be removed from our waterways and systems, there needs to be systems in place to mitigate its spread. Bolina Booms concentrates exclusively on waterway barriers and floating booms, providing a complete service including surveying, pile design, custom boom designs and support right through to deployment. The company has a wide range of project experience including the manufacture of safety booms for the Dutch and French waterways and a 500m Litter Fence Boom to protect a nature reserve for Cardiff Harbour Authority in the UK.

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AFRICA VIEWPOINT

A TEMPLATE FOR GREEN MANAGEMENT The Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) has developed an management plan template for environmental clearance certifications for cargo and vessel operations, writes Shem Oirere Namport, the State enterprise that manages the ports of Walvis Bay and Lüderitz in Namibiaat, commissioned the environmental management plans (EMPs), developed separately for each port by Geo Pollution Technologies (Pty) Ltd, to “provide management options to ensure environmental impacts of the ports are minimised.” The EMPs initiative is also an attempt by Namport to effectively regulate vessels and logistics operations at the two ports and ensure they are in conformity with international standards for eradication of emissions and safeguarding the marine environment.

The EMPs provide management options to ensure environmental impacts of the ports are minimised For example, the port of Walvis, located at the west coast of Africa and considered the easiest and much faster transit route between Southern Africa, Europe and America, was for a long time operating at full capacity until the construction of the expansion of the Walvis Bay container terminal project that eased the pressure on the gateway. This expansion of the container terminal, which commenced in 2014 and completed in third quarter of 2019, addresses the congestion at the Walvis Bay and improves the efficiency of cargo transportation and vessel turnaround time. Handling capacity has increased from 350,000 twenty-foot teu to 750,000 teu annually. LOGISTICS HUBS At the Port of Lüderitz, cargo volumes increased from 600,000 tonnes per annum in 2017 to more than 800,000 tonness in 2019, a trend that is likely to continue in the short and medium period and which has been captured in the country's Harambee Prosperity Plan.

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EMISSIONS TOOL “The EMPs are thus a tool used to take pro-active action by addressing potential problems before they occur hence limiting potential future corrective measures that may need to be implemented and allows for the application of mitigation measures for unavoidable impacts,” says Namport in its 2019 annual report. Compliance with the EMP provisions is equivalent to meeting all the provisions in Namibia's Environmental Management Act (Act No 7 of 2007) that paves way for issuance of an environmental clearance certificate. Strengthening of the environmental credentials of the Luderitz and Walvis Bay ports comes at a time when the two gateways have reported an increase in cargo throughput creating demand for expansion to accommodate the additional volumes and larger vessels that in turn could translate to an increase in emissions from the operations of the two ports.

“In recent times, the Trans Oranje Corridor route that links the port of Lüderitz has experienced tremendous volume increment and thus the ideals of becoming a logistics hub are noticeable,” says Namport in the first quarter of 2020. “The port has also recorded a significant increase in passenger vessel calls at the harbour town, which directly speaks to an increase in tourism activities with local taxis and tour bus operators tapping into these opportunities by transporting tourists to heritage sites around the town such as Kolmanskop and the ever-popular Diaz Point." The EMPs for the two ports not only give an overview of the existing environment such as the physical, biological, social and economic conditions, but also outlines how the operations of the ports impacts these environmental aspects. Moreover, the EMPs suggest a plan of action on the management of the adverse environmental impacts from the operations of the ports to ensure compliance with international targets. Going forward, Namport's commitment is to build on the previously acquired ISO certifications and strict observance of its requirements as it travels “on a journey to streamline its processes, improving effectiveness and efficiency and to reduce its impact on the sea, the air and the land.”

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8 Lüderitz has a new environmental management plan

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VESSELS

PIONEERING HYDROGEN MARINE POWER A pioneer in the field of hydrogen power for shipping is equipping a major European port with both vessels and infrastructure so it can embrace the eco-friendly fuel, writes Anne-Marie Causer

GROUND-BREAKING Since its launch, Mr Campe says that Hydroville has proved that the technology is mature and ready to scale up to achieve more hydrogen storage, higher pressures, more power and cater for bigger ships. Besides the construction of the vessel and integration of the H2 technology, knowledge has also been gained about the operation, bunkering and maintenance of the vessel, setting a benchmark for the other hydrogen powered vessels which are now in the pipeline.

The technology is mature and ready to scale up to achieve more hydrogen storage, higher pressures, more power and cater for bigger ships’

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Although the effect on the current emissions at the port from Hydroville is almost negligible, the rebound effects from the pilot will be significant, both to new vessels being built and the equipment on the land side. With regards to infrastructure port side, Mr Campe says that the company is working on new projects which will have a much larger effect on the local emissions of the port.

8 The hydrogen refuelling station is expected to be completed in June 21

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Compagnie Maritime Belge (CMB), is behind the pioneering hydrogen powered Hydroville ferry shuttle and forthcoming Hydrotug at the Port of Antwerp. In 2017, the Antwerp-based shipping group's Hydroville shuttle, the first passenger vessel to be powered by hydrogen, was launched as a pilot project to serve as a testbed for hydrogen technology on a wider scale. The vessel currently serves as a sustainable commuter transport within the port area. “Hydroville was the first class approved passenger ferry which is powered with two dual fuel hydrogen-diesel drive trains. The vessel acts as a kind of icebreaker for the use of hydrogen in the marine industry, says Roy Campe, managing director of CMB.TECH.

“Making the energy transition is not like flipping a light switch, it needs pilot projects to demonstrate the technology before the upscaling can be done,” says Mr Campe. For now, the test phase of Hydroville involves regular checks on the lub oil of the engines to monitor the long-term effect of the hydrogen combustion. Also, the hydrogen storage with all its pipes and valves needs a full check up every three months. So far, all results are very promising with the green light to further roll out the use of this promising technology, Mr Campe says. With regards to refuelling, CMB.TECH is currently constructing a public and maritime hydrogen refuelling station expected to be completed in June 21 (as this article goes to press). Until then, a tube trailer is being used to bunker the vessel. The full operation of connecting the trailer to CMB.TECH's H2 bunkering manifold at the quayside and the refill of the vessel takes about half an hour. With the new refuelling station, refuelling time should be halved as the delivery pressure is much higher.

8 The 80-passenger ferry Hydrocat will be launched in Japan

HYDROTUG CMB.TECH is currently developing and building a hydrogen powered tugboat for the Port of Antwerp. The Hydrotug is the first vessel with output in the 4000 kW class to be powered by hydrogen-diesel dual fuel. It's driven by combustion engines that burn hydrogen in combination with diesel. The motors also comply with the very strictest standard, the EU Stage V, making them the lowest rated for emissions on the market. BeHydro medium speed engines will be used to power the vessel along with two 2MW medium speed engines which are able to run up to 85% of hydrogen in combination with Stage V after treatment. The tug is scheduled to be completed sometime towards the

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latter part of 2022. Meanwhile CMB has teamed up with the Ghent-based engine builder ABC to set up the BeHydro joint venture with the aim of further developing the hydrogen technology for medium-speed engines with higher power output and with mono fuel spark ignited engines. ENERGY PIONEER With the Hydroville and the Hydrotug vessels at the Port of Antwerp, CMB is already affirming its international pioneering role in the transition of ships to hydrogen. But it also has more international projects in the pipeline. In May an 80-passenger ferry called the HydroBingo will be launched in Japan. Later this year a H2 powered CTV called the Hydrocat will be launched in the Netherlands. This vessel is a H2 powered CTV and two 1200hp engines and 200kg of hydrogen storage at 350bar and will be operated by the CMB subsidiary Windcat Workboats. CMB says that other vessels such as a pilot vessel, coaster and inland water barges will be announced in the near future. Mr Campe also tells GreenPort that CMB.TECH is working on four other applications which are used within the terminal environment of the port. These projects will also be announced in due course.

8 The 80-passenger ferry HydroBingo will be launched in Japan

Once the hydrogen supply is established, the emission savings can be huge while still offering a strong business case for the users The future is bright for hydrogen, Mr Campe says, especially when it's deployed in the hydrogen powered vessels of the future. Port areas will be the first local hotspots for hydrogen power. Both on the supply and production of the clean fuel, but also on the applications which will run on hydrogen. “Especially for the heavy-duty applications, hydrogen dual fuel solutions can offer some crucial advantages compared to other clean technologies,” says Mr Campe. “These advantages include quick refuelling and realistic autonomy while offering the emission reduction at an affordable cost.” Ports, he says, represent a very dense area of users which are suitable to be converted with a dual fuel technology. Once the hydrogen supply is established, the emission savings can be huge while still offering a strong business case for the users.

The case for hydrogen Hydrogen has an important role to play in the transition to renewable energy mix, its advocates argue. Through electrolysis, it is possible to produce hydrogen by using excess power, then store it and reuse it in the future near the end user. Hydrogen allows storing energy in chemical form that can be used in internal combustion engines or in fuel cells to generate power with only water and heat as by products. What's more, when all the elements of the

cycle of renewable hydrogen are working together it becomes a closed loop cycle and CO2 neutral. Critics say though that although hydrogen has a place in the marine fuel mix, there are still problems to overcome and it may not be suitable for all vessel types. For larger ships with a long sailing range, the space needed to store the fuel is the biggest hurdle. Storage in a liquified state is possible but more complicated. For ferries and other vessels at shorter

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distances, hydrogen is more feasible, but there is the issue of periods of low or no activity to tackle. In a refrigerated tank, hydrogen begins to 'boil off' and must then either be vented or reliquefied. Another issue that needs to be overcome are the issues of hydrogen embrittlement and diffusion to marine diesel engines. Going forward, hydrogen used needs to be produced in a sustainable way. Currently around 95% of all production is 'brown' hydrogen which is extracted from fossil fuels.

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LEADING THE CHARGE IN DIGITALISATION The pandemic and modern challenges have rapidly increased the embrace of digital adoption in every industry and ports are no different

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION The largest port on London's the river Thames, the Port of Tilbury, underwent a digital transformation in 2018 with the integration of a training simulator for new workers. Owned by Forth Ports, the Tilbury site is in a premier position in the south of England for timely short haul rail distribution and is within 120 miles of 70% of the UK's population, making the port a vital link in the distribution of goods in the UK. As a key player in the UK port market, Tilbury is known for its award-winning Logistics Training Academy, which offers a range of training and educational programmes to benefit the surrounding communities. Forth Ports chose to integrate a 13 screen Vortex simulator designed to support training and education efforts.

(During the pandemic) Tilbury was able to continue with its recruitment programmes and training regime thanks to the simulator

investments, like straddle carriers and ship-to-shore gantry cranes, benefit from experienced, developed workers.” The simulator enables the company to not only teach with state-of-the-art technology, but also analyse the data of trainees to establish how their learning is going, thanks to the instructor operating station, which analyses the trainees' progress. “Gone are the days where you could readily get acceptance to put a trainee on equipment to train on shipping vessels, now it's all about efficiency,” said Mr Wallace. “We strive to be quicker and better all the time, so using equipment for training when an experienced worker could be using it slows down the efficiency and productivity of the port, which is where the simulator comes in.” With trainees being able to learn while the port is still running at a high productivity, the simulator has proven to be an asset. It can be used 24/7, in all weathers, so there is never a delay on the learning process. And it removes health and safety risks at

8 The simulator allows the port to train candidates behind a window or in a separate room

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ST Engineering Antycip supported CM Labs who provided Tilbury with the simulation platform. “The UK is now in a very different place to where it was five years ago, due to Covid and to a degree, due to Brexit,” said Stuart Wallace, chief operating officer for Forth Ports. “Our short-term investments, like the simulator, need to support training and skillset initiatives so our long-term

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ST Engineering Antycip, an award-winning UK-based simulation specialist, has been supporting ports in implementing modernised technology to increase efficiency and support skill development of workers. “Over the last several years, ports across the UK have begun to digitise in order to help overcome today's challenges,” said Amir Khosh, ST Engineering Antycip's business development manager. “New technologies and training tools are proving invaluable to the progression of the industry.”

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8 The simulator has proven to be an asset for the port

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training, the productivity of the worker improved by over 15%. The increase in productivity translates into the incremental value of £41,796 per STS worker in the first 15 shifts after training. “Evidence is pouring in that this is the way forward towards progress,” commented Mr Khosh. “Simulation offers initial candidate screening prior to training, and also means that new operators are productive on job from the first day.”

COVID SECURE The pandemic challenged ports to somehow create Covidsecure requirements while meeting the needs of efficiency and the ongoing demands of shipping. Tilbury managed this with the assistance of its simulator. “With the simulator, we could continue to train candidates behind a window or in a separate room and monitor progress without direct face-to-face interaction,” said Mr Harper. “It enabled us to continue with plant and equipment training in a Covid-secure way.” Tilbury was able to continue with its recruitment programmes and training regime thanks to the simulator. During the UK's most recent lockdown, Tilbury was able to recruit 15 new staddle carrier drivers. “Training in the ports sector has hit a deficit over the last few years,” said Elena Shalabanova, product manager for CM Labs. “We've seen a decline in apprenticeship programmes globally despite a need for skilled workers fluent with new technologies. Simulators work to completely overcome those obstacles.” CM Labs reference a study complete in 2016, in which an STS worker was analysed for their productivity. After simulation

EMBRACING CHANGE Although the simulator has proven popular, Mr Harper admits that the workforce took time to adjust to the change. “We have to remember that this is a very traditional industry, who aren't used to rapid technological change, so it took some time for the workforce to get used to the idea of the simulator. But now our workers really see the benefit from it.” For the future, Mr Harper envisions that the technological advancement trend will keep going. “Automation is the way ports are going, but people will always be at the hearts of port infrastructure. It's always good old human power that provides a solution to problems that may arise, and I think that unity of technology and people will continue.” CM Labs believes that technology will progress to support ports with demand and possibly even predict demand before it happens. “Port 3.0, as we call it, is where we are currently. In the coming years rapidly digitalised processes for ports will enable an ultra-efficient space with the combination of workers and technology,” comments Ms Shalabanova. “Automation and digitalisation have been one of maritime's biggest technological trends,” says Mr Khosh. “It has inspired innovation, as ports search for more ways to carry more cargo and meet demand, which has only been growing year on year. Ultimately, we foresee a future of fully digitised ports utilising a range of technologies, from simulation to AI, with people providing the backbone.”

While the simulation is its latest venture, Tilbury has continued to expand the digitalisation and modernisation, of its site. Workers benefit from technological installations on the plant and warehouse equipment which is continually upgraded and supports workers in their roles

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8 Amir Khosh, ST Engineering Antycip's business development manager

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the port for those training. “There's evidence to suggest that the trainees who learn via the simulator make fewer mistakes compared to those who go straight to the equipment,” said Simon Harper, Forth Port's learning and development manager at Tilbury. “We suspect it's because trainees on the simulator can make errors without consequences, which leads to a more productive learning environment.”

8 After simulation training, productivity has been found to improve by over 15%

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ONSHORE POWER SUPPLY WHERE IT MAKES SENSE In the 2019 European Parliament, Vice President Timmermans clearly voiced his intention to tackle shipping emissions at berth in ports, writes Isabelle Ryckbost, secretary general, ESPO In the Green Deal Communication which followed two months later, the Commission clearly stated that it will take action in maritime transport by obliging docked ships to use on shore power supply. We do not know at this point what will come out of the Commission's pen but one thing is clear: The Commission will make existing requirements for on shore power supply (OPS) more stringent. STRINGENT REQUIREMENTS Current legislation does not set out requirements for the use of OPS by ships. For ports (the supply side), the 2014 AFID Directive obliges Members States to assess the need for OPS for both inland waterway and seagoing vessels in seaports and to ensure that OPS is installed as a priority in TEN-T core ports and in other ports by end of 2025, unless there is no demand and the costs are disproportionate to the benefits, including the environmental benefits.

As ESPO, we have been working closely with our members to identify how legislation can ensure that OPS helps deliver maximal emission reductions in the most cost-effective way. Based on a thorough assessment made by our member ports and intensive exchanges: Europe' ports want more OPS where it makes sense. Many ports in Europe are therefore stepping up their efforts to deploy more OPS. But in doing so, ports want (and need) to prioritise their OPS investments where it makes most sense. The cost of installing OPS varies from port to port and from location to location in the port but one thing is clear, the price tag of OPS is very high. There is not one project known where OPS has been installed without public funding or support. Let us then look at where OPS makes sense.

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can suddenly demand very high levels of grid capacity. Coming down from this peak, there can be an absence of demand for OPS during low season, which risks making OPS a non-starter for certain ports or in certain locations. Europe's ports need a legislative framework that supports OPS where it makes sense. In order to deliver real emission reductions in a cost-effective manner, make the investment worth the while, and to avoid wasting (public) money, ESPO pleads for an intelligent approach. Certain shipping segments could be put forward if they can be accompanied by the necessary conditions/considerations as explained above. On top of that, ports should have the possibility to make their own assessment on well-defined considerations taking into account the other available technologies within the same time limit. Moreover, OPS should be seen as a tool for greening shipping, not as an end in itself.

INDIVIDUAL BASIS There are certain considerations which have to be made by each port individually: Location of the berth and of the port, berth size and layout to match the vessel connection, access to (public) funding, available grid capacity and access to renewable energy and space on the berth to integrate the OPS infrastructure. Looking at shipping segments, one could think of prioritising shipping segments where the gain in terms of emissions reduction is the largest, such as ultra large container vessels. for each of these segments, one cannot consider them as a standalone criterium. Other considerations must be taken into account. To illustrate this, cruise ships usually call on ports during a short season during the year, where several large cruise ships

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SmartBooking allows processes to be further streamlined leading to a more efficient logistics ecosystem and an overall reduction in carbon footprint

8 ESPO says OPS should only be installed where it makes sense to do so

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CRUISE

COMMITTED TO SUSTAINABILITY

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At Port Saint John, Canada's shifting strategic priorities towards sustainability have trickled down into cruise practices, writes Michele Witthaus

Port Saint John is found on the Bay of Fundy as part of the Canada-New England cruise itinerary, offering visitors access to the highest tides in the world. The port handled 25.9 million metric tonnes of cargo in 2020 and when cruise resumes following the Covid-19 pandemic, it will welcome its cumulative three-millionth guest. Saint John, New Brunswick has a long-standing industrial reputation, says Paula Copeland, director, communications and corporate social responsibility. “Much of our local workforce is employed in the trades and we pride ourselves on putting our nose to the grindstone and getting the job done. In recent years sustainability has become part of our character with solar panels, bike paths and electric car charging stations, all found within five minutes from our port.” BIRTH OF A CRUISE DESTINATION The Port Saint John cruise story began unexpectedly in 1989 when the Cunard Princess cruise ship called on the port. The ship was originally headed to tropical Bermuda but diverted when a hurricane came into the weather forecast and Saint John was chosen as an alternate location. Today, the world's largest cruise lines call on Saint John. Since 1989, more than 1,200 cruise ships have visited the port and 1 in 10 jobs in the region are tourism-related. “As we seek to continue to grow our cruise sector in the future, it is now formally ingrained in our corporate identity and priorities to be environmentally and sustainability-minded stewards of the Bay of Fundy,” says Natalie Allaby, cruise development manager at Port Saint John. “Sustainability considerations and overall business growth now go hand in hand when decision making and executing our cruise development initiatives.”

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8 A ‘triple cruise’ day at Port Saint John

Some of the attractions Greater Saint John has to offer are historic architecture, amazing seafood and many outdoor activities which correlate with the highest tides in the world found in the Bay of Fundy. Guests can walk on the ocean floor while tides are out and explore caves by foot then, just a couple of hours later, kayak into the same caves. Saint John is known for its residents' friendly, welcoming attitudes, which rings true for many Atlantic Canadian provinces. SHIFTING PRIORITIES With a strong focus on strategic priorities, the Port Saint John team is committed to a high-performance standard in operating. Not only do the strategic priorities guide the business, but they are also incorporated into yearly planning by all 42 employees at the port, so everyone's yearly goals reflect one or more of the strategic priorities. Tying performance to the strategic priorities both organisationally and personally leads to a high level of adoption and stronger results.

Each year, the organisation’s strategic priorities are reviewed and adjusted accordingly. It was during the 2015 review that sustainability and environment were added as top of mind for the port “Focusing on our key priorities and structuring our work plans around them, keeps our vision for what the port aspires to be front and centre, for not only our Board and management and our employees but also with port and community stakeholders,” says CEO, Jim Quinn. Each year, the organisation's strategic priorities are reviewed

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and adjusted accordingly. It was during the 2015 review that sustainability and environment were added as top of mind for the port. Today, the port's strategic priorities encompass four areas: Economic Value; Sustainable Development and Innovation; Safety and Environment; and Community. “We view sustainable development to cover not only environmental sustainability but economic and social as well,” says Ms Copeland.

As evidence of the strategic priorities at work, the cruise sector of the port has implemented many sustainable improvements over the years. The cruise team has received training from the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GTSC) to help take their commitment to sustainability to the next level. The training introduced the pillars that make up the foundation of becoming a certified sustainable destination. Overall management and engagement with stakeholders, cultural considerations, socio-economic considerations, and environmental considerations were all explored. “An important learning was how the four criteria areas must all work in harmony with one another” says Ms Allaby. “Doing well in one focus area cannot sacrifice the sustainability of another. We often think of sustainability efforts as simply green or environmental initiatives - it is much broader and deeper than that and it's a big undertaking if organisations and an entire destination want to become certified. The course certainly gave me lots of insights to reflect on as we become more sustainability-minded at Port Saint John, while also wanting to achieve business growth.” ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY During triple cruise ship days in Saint John, it is not uncommon to have more than 10,000 visitors exploring the city. This results in increased waste and need for transportation in the city core. To combat this problem, the port has improved its waste reception facilities and added more waste sorting bins on port property. The port community also works together to lead green waste initiatives such as solar-powered waste contracting systems. To combat the pollution from tour buses in the city, Port Saint John implemented a 'no idle' zone where buses wait for tour guests. The City also created Harbour Passage, a bike and walking path along the waterfront, to encourage visitors to explore the area through active transportation. Harbour Passage has been elongated multiple times and continues to be an opportunity for growth for active transportation in the region. To ensure continuous improvement in this area, the port is pursuing ISO 14001 certification in 2021 and in 2020, it benchmarked social responsibility practices using ISO 26000. ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY Many of Port Saint John's local businesses rely on cruise for a large portion of their annual revenue. The suspension of cruise activity due to Covid-19 has been especially hard for them. “We are working with our community in a new way this year by creating the Business and Community Liaison Committee consisting of a dozen members from economic development, business associations, community groups and other cruise tourism stakeholders,” says Ms Allaby. The committee has monthly meetings where members can

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Port Saint John’s surveys have shown that both stakeholders and community want the port to act on environmental and social matters

provide input and share feedback on overall cruise sentiment and the current focus, cruise resumption. Once cruise returns to the port, this committee will shift its focus to other relevant issues and initiatives to keep the focus on sustainable growth of cruise in the region. Ms Copeland adds: “The input of the local community and stakeholders is critically important to the port and each year, through a process of inclusion, we hold meetings and conduct surveys - to ensure we understand their needs and concerns with all areas of our business, including cruise.” In recent years, Port Saint John's surveys have shown that both stakeholders and community want the port to act on environmental and social matters. As a result, when decisions are made, their viewpoints are brought to the table.

8 Tourists explore Hopewell Rocks at low tide

INVESTING IN THE FUTURE To ensure that cruise lines continue to view Saint John as a top destination, the port has created a new position on its team, titled Customer Experience Coordinator. Included in the responsibilities of the Customer Experience Coordinator is leading initiatives to make sure cruise guests have the best experience possible while visiting the region. This is all part of the effort to secure the future sustainability of cruise in Saint John. Like many cruise destinations, Port Saint John experiences the majority of its cruise activity over a short period during the cruise season. Historically, two-thirds of yearly cruise ship visits have occurred in the fall during a six-week period, which the port has long been keen to extend. “When cruise resumes, the port plans once again to be working to increase summer visitation to evenly distribute the impact of cruise on our community,” says Ms Allaby. “Our main cruise focus at Port Saint John currently is a safe resumption when Canadian waters are opened once again to cruise ships. While we wait, we are committed to improving the overall sustainability of our practices - environmentally, economically and socially.”

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8 A €643,000 green hydrogen study will be carried out by bremenports

in the short term.” The study aims to clarify, among other things, which transport routes will become established in the event of an increasing demand for hydrogen, which role the ports of Bremen will play in this new transport and which requirements will be placed on the port location with regards to the expected ships, port and handling facilities as well Security precautions become recognizable. The question of which solution approaches can be used for the ports of Bremen will also be investigated. Dr Schilling noted the Bremen ports have already been looking at hydrogen role energy transition in the maritime industry. She added: “However, there is still no basis for decision-making for setting up a hydrogen import infrastructure. This information must be made available at short notice so that the ports can position themselves well in this future technology.”

LNG TUGS CUT EMISSIONS IN PAKISTAN performance solution for PQA.” The Sanmar Kocacay class range of escort and harbour tugs are based on the exclusive-to-Sanmar RAstar 3200SX design from Canada-based naval architects Robert Allan Ltd. The tugs boast a unique sponsoned hull form to provide significantly enhanced escort towing performance. Escort forces are enhanced by the effects of the sponsons as well as by the prominent foil-shaped escort skeg. Three of the 32m x 13m x 5.6m tugs will have 75t of bollard pull (BP) ahead and astern, while the fourth will have a BP of 85t. The first two tugs in the series,

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LNG tugs will ensure cleaner and greener operations at a port in Pakistan. Sanmar Shipyards will build four LNG compatible tugboats, plus two pilot boats each capable of 20 knots, for Port Qasim Authority (PQA) in a US$33.46m deal. The tugs are scheduled to be delivered in 12 months and the pilot boats in 10. Ali Gurun, vice president of Sanmar, said: “Sanmar has been delivering tugs to Pakistan since year 2000. We have tugs in KPT and PQA ports. However, this tender was one of the most challenging one due to tough competition. Our designers Robert Allan Ltd and supplier Kongsberg Marine have worked closely with Sanmar engineers to deliver best

A green hydrogen study will determine the development of a hydrogen infrastructure at two German ports. The Bremen Senate will commission bremenports with the €643,000 hydrogen study to create a basis for short term decisionmaking for the development of an appropriate infrastructure for the bremenports-managed ports of Bremen (Bremen and Bremerhaven ports). The first results are expected in twelve to 15 months. Dr Claudia Schilling, senator for science and ports, said: “As part of their 'Greenports strategy', the Bremen ports are working on making the ports climate-neutral in the foreseeable future. The use of green hydrogen is essential for this project. With this investigation, we want to create an important basis for decision-making for the development of a hydrogen infrastructure in the Bremen ports

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consortium will be able to tap onto MPA's experience as a bunkering hub and flag state to gather insights on safety issues and ammonia bunkering procedures, and gain access to research capabilities in Singapore. Quah Ley Hoon, chief executive of the MPA, said:

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support the development and trials of alternative future marine fuels such as ammonia.” Fertiliser company Yara International has also joined the consortium, that comprises MISC Berhad (MISC), Lloyd's Register (LR), Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) and MAN Energy Solutions (MAN).

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YOU CAN DEPEND ON BIG RED! 3690 N Church Avenue Louisville, MS 39339 USA +1 662 773 3421 CONTACT?SALES TAYLORBIGRED COM www.taylorbigred.com

Conductix-Wampfler The world specialist in Power and Data Transfer Systems, Mobile Electrification, and Crane Electrification Solutions. We Keep Your Vital Business Moving! Rheinstrasse 27 + 33 Weil am Rhein 79576 Germany Tel: +49 (0) 7621 662 0 Fax: +49 (0) 7621 662 144 info.de@conductix.com www.conductix.com

BLOK cuts Shipping Line pollution: increases safety and productivity in Port • BLOK Spreader – lifts 4x40’ empties • BLOK Rig – automatic twistlocking • BLOK Trailer – 8 teu Tel: 00441926611700 enquiries@blokcontainersystems.com www.blokcontainersystems.com

Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a global technology powerhouse that has stood for engineering excellence, innovation, quality, reliability and internationality for more than 170 years. The company is active around the globe, focusing on the areas of electrification, automation and digitalization. Mozartstr. 31C, 91052 Erlangen, Germany +49 180 524 70 00

support.energy@siemens.com www.siemens.com/siharbor

Sustainability Software INFORM specializes in AI and optimization software to improve operational decision making. INFORM’s unique blend of software expertise, rich industry experience, and big world thinking delivers huge value for their port and terminal customers.

Hammar Maskin AB Hammar Maskin AB is developing, manufacturing and marketing Sideloaders, also known as Sidelifters, Swinglifters or Self loading trailers, under the brand name HAMMAR™. Buagärde 36, Olsfors 517 95 Sweden Tel: +46-33 29 00 00 Fax: +46-33 29 00 01 info@hammar.eu www.hammar.eu

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Siemens AG BLOK Container Systems Ltd

ELME Spreader AB ELME Spreader, world’s leading independent spreader manufacturer supports companies worldwide with container handling solutions that makes work easier and more profitable. Over 21,000 spreaders have been attached to lift trucks, reach stackers, straddle carriers and cranes. Stalgatan 6 , PO Box 174 SE 343 22, Almhult, Sweden Tel: +46 47655800 Fax: +46 476 55899 sales@elme.com www.elme.com

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Taylor Machine Works designs, engineers, and manufactures more than 100 models of industrial lift equipment with lift capacities from ,000-lbs. to 125,000-lbs.

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+41 61 306 55 55 ec-ch@staubli.com www.staubli.com/en-ch/ connectors/

Our Smart Port and Green Port solutions meet the demand for sustainability across the whole chain of port development – we are advising our clients on their NetZero response, whether upgrading existing facilities, planning new infrastructure or optimizing Contact info: Email: smartports@rhdhv.com www.royalhaskoningdhv.com/smart-ports

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As one of the leading manufacturers of quick connector systems, Stäubli covers connection needs for all types of fluids, gases and electrical power.

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Rohde Nielsen A/S Specialising in capital and maintenance dredging, land reclamation, coast protection, Port Development, Filling of Caissons, Sand and Gravel, Offshore trenching and backfilling Nyhavn 20 Copenhagen K. DK-1051 Denmark +45 33 91 25 07 mail@rohde-nielsen.dk www.rohde-nielsen.dk

Taylor Machine Works, Inc.

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VAHLE is the leading specialist for mobile power and data transmission VAHLE provides the solutions to reduce the carbon footprint while increasing the productivity. RTGC electrification including positioning and data transmission making RTGC ready for Automation.

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Fårtoftvej 22 7700 Thisted, Denmark Tel: 0045 72 42 24 00 holding@cimbria.com www.cimbria.com

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A/S Cimbria Cimbria design, develop, manufacture and install custom-built solutions, from processing lines to large turnkey projects. We possess in-depth specialist knowledge in every field of crops and products with project engineering and process control as particularly demanding fields of competence.

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Hyster Europe “Strong Partners Tough Trucks” Hyster is the leading global supplier of materials handling equipment, from 1t warehouse trucks to 52t container handlers. With a network of independent, experienced dealers providing sales & service support worldwide, Hyster delivers tailored, innovative, cost-effective solutions for a vast range of demanding applications. https://www.hyster.com/

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