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Albania: Durrs Port Prepares for Expansion
The largest port in Albania, Durrs Port plays a key role in the development of Albania and the region… (chinadaily) [mappress] Source: chinadaily, January 9, 2012; Image: apdurres
UK: Oil Transfer from Genmar Companion Successfully Completed
The successful transfer of 54,305 tonnes of vacuum gas oil from the vessel Genmar Companion to the BW Seine in Belfast Lough is now complete. The Genmar Companion had been sheltering off the Copeland Islands since reporting a crack on its deck on 16 December. In order for repairs to take place in Be
Record Output for Wind Turbines in UK
Wind power production in UK reached record due to the storm before the New Year. Onshore and offshore wind turbines produced almost 20% more power than previous record, and supplied 12.2% of UK energy demand on December 28, reports Reuters. Currently, there are 3515 wind turbines installed in the UK
Brunsbüttel Port Ends 2011 With Record Turnover (Germany)
Leaving behind a very successful business year, Brunsbüttel Ports is planning its further expansion. The essential focus of their activities will still be directed towards logistics services for onshore and offshore wind power. Brunsbüttel Ports is constantly transporting wind elements as it has rec
Kenya: World Leaders to Consider Dangers of Using Armed Guards on Board Vessels
Marine safety concern, BCB International, has warned world leaders to consider the dangers of using armed guards on board vessels, which may have tragic and unintended consequences. The leaders are due to meet next month in Kenya at an anti-piracy conference. Some commentators believed that the use
Crown Estate Announces Appointment of First Head of Offshore Wind Energy (UK)
The Crown Estate has today (6 January 2012) announced the appointment of Huub den Rooijen as its first Head of Offshore Wind Energy. Huub will take up the post in the spring of 2012. He has played a major role in some of the biggest offshore wind projects in Europe and advised many of the […]
UK: Cargo Transfer from Genmar Companion Begins Today
After delays due to bad weather, the operation to remove 54,304 tonnes of Vacuum Gas Oil from the merchant vessel Genmar Companion is expected commence imminently (6th January). Both ships are currently being manoeuvred together by tugs and are being held side- by-side 1.5 miles out in Belfast Lough
Lack of Funds Causes Slow Energy Reform in Germany
There are many reasons for slow energy reform in Germany. One of them is unwillingness of the banks to approve funds for offshore wind development. Alstom Deutschland AG offers a wide range of offshore wind related products, but they have also been encountering project financing related issues. Thes
Denmark: Kystdirektoratet Invites Bids for Sea Defence Works
Kystdirektoratet has invited tenders for dredging works to provide sea defence improvements and beach replenishment at Lemvig area. The contract includes abstraction and delivery of ca. 3.7 million. m3 of sand in 2012 and 2013 in several sections of Jutland’s west coast: – The sand must be abstracte
Portugal’s Government Sets Aside Funds for Ports Development
Portugal’s government has set aside €103 million to invest in the Algarve in 2012, but several key projects have been suspended, including… (theportugalnews) [mappress] Source: theportugalnews, January 6, 2012;
France: Port de Calais Unveils Quay Wall Construction Plan
The Port de Calais has announced tender for the quay wall construction works at the port area. The project includes rebuilding the quay wall of terminal 7. The contract is divided into 2 lots: Lot 1: Civil engineering works to reinforce the groundworks and sea defences; Lot 2: Dredging to reinforce
Norway: Kystverket Nordland Seeks Contractors for Kabelvag Dredging Project
Kystverket Nordland has invited tenders for dredging works at Kabelvåg area. The project includes deepening 5 areas numbered from Part 2 to Part 6. Area Part 3 is situated west of Åramsundet lighthouse and areas Parts 2, 4, 5 and 6 are north of Åramsundet lighthouse in Vanylven municipality, Møre &
Knutsen Receives Approval to Ship LNG Through Northern Sea Route
Knutsen OAS Shipping is technically ready to carry LNG from the Snøvit field to Japan through the Northern Sea Route. Being technically ready means that Knutsen OAS Shipping, with some reservations, has received the approval of Russian authorities, allowing the ship to carry out such passage in the
Sweden: Officials Invite Bids for Port of Gavle Dredging
Sjöfartsverket has announced tender for dredging works at the Port of Gavle. The work mainly consists of dredging approximately 4.1 million cubic metres of soil and clay at the entrance into the Port of Gavle, including the demolition of a lighthouse F4. Design and construction of one or two new bea