Celso Rosas, President of the Board of Administration at the Port of Lobito, announced yesterday that the port has successfully reduced costs related to salaries, health services, food provisions, training, and other expenditures by 60%. This achievement follows the transfer of 850 workers to assets now under the concession of Lobito Atlantic Railways and Africa Global Logistics. Speaking at a staff meeting commemorating the 96th anniversary of the Port of
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AGL President Urges Professionals to Boost Container Unloading at Porto do Lobito
Philippe Labonne, President of the Board of Directors of African Logistic (AGL), has challenged professionals at the Multipurpose Terminal in Porto do Lobito, Benguela, to unload approximately 40 containers per hour in the coming days. Labonne, as quoted by JA Online, made these remarks during the inauguration of the Multipurpose Terminal last Wednesday. He emphasized AGL’s intention to transform the infrastructure into a source of pride for Angola. The PCA
Richards Bay Multipurpose Terminal Enhances Cargo Handling Capabilities
The Richards Bay Multipurpose Terminal (MPT) has bolstered its cargo handling operations with the acquisition of new equipment, facilitating the loading of export coal, magnetite, chrome, and pig iron onto Cape-sized vessels. In response to a temporary setback caused by a legal challenge to a contract award last year, the terminal has opted to lease 75 dumpers and 35 payloaders for a period of 12 months. This interim solution ensures
Shandong Port Group Partners with Leading Shipping Lines to Boost Export of New Three Cargoes
Shandong Port Group has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with seven prominent shipping lines, including Cosco Shipping, Maersk, CMA CGM, MSC, Evergreen, SITC, and Ocean Network Express (ONE), to facilitate the export of what it refers to as the New Three Cargoes: electric vehicles (EVs), lithium-ion batteries, and photovoltaic products. The collaboration aims to enhance container services and streamline operations at Shandong port to better support the export
Impact of Red Sea Shipping Disruptions on Vietnamese Exports
Experts are warning of potential declines in Vietnam’s major exports to Europe and the Middle East, such as garments, coffee, and smartphones, due to worsening disruptions in Red Sea shipping and rising freight costs. Pham Quang Anh, CEO of garment firm Dony, highlighted the significant delays in shipments caused by conflicts in the Red Sea region. A journey that typically takes 28-30 days now extends to three months due to
King Abdul Aziz Port to connect Saudi to Southeast Asia and India
The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has significantly enhanced global trade by introducing the Integrated Maritime Service (IMS), facilitated by VASI Shipping, at the King Abdul Aziz Port in Dammam. The launch marks a significant milestone, connecting Saudi Arabia directly with essential ports in Southeast Asia and India, and signifies a robust effort to bolster strategic ties with leading international shipping lines, stimulate the maritime sector, and propel economic advancement. Enhancing
Port of Los Angeles container volumes up 60% in Feb
The Port of Los Angeles handled 781,434 teu in February this year compared to 487,846 teu in February 2023. “Market confidence in our gateway is as strong as it’s ever been,” said Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka at a media briefing. “We’ve got the world’s best longshore workforce eager to work with a long-term contract in place. And our current operational data indicates that cargo is flowing
Saudi launches Port community system
The President of the General Ports Authority, Omar bin Talal Hariri, explained that the launch of the PCS is part of MAWANI’s effort to channel technology to serve the maritime transport system, raise the efficiency of the operational performance of the Saudi port network, and facilitate procedures. The PCS aims to provide more than 250 electronic services in the Authority’s Saudi ports. The PCS, which was launched on the side
Port of San Diego Introduces Zero-Emissions Equipment
The Port of San Diego has completed the initial installation of electrical infrastructure to support zero-emissions equipment operation. Leading the initiative is SSA Marine, introducing a 55,000-pound capacity Wiggins Yard eBull battery electric forklift at the terminal. Named “The Carrillo,” this forklift is one of the largest zero-emissions heavy-duty forklifts in the US, capable of lifting up to 25 metric tonnes. The purchase of this equipment received partial funding from
Mozambican Ports Experience 12.3% Increase in Cargo Handling in 2023
Mozambique’s ports saw a significant uptick in cargo handling in 2023, totaling over 63,000 tons, marking a notable 12.3% increase compared to the previous year. According to data obtained by Lusa, nearly half of this traffic flowed through the port of Maputo. The report from the Ministry of Economy and Finance highlighted the contrasting performances of various ports. Maputo, the country’s largest port, handled more than 31.2 thousand tons of