While average weekly number of container vessels calling remains down with further cancellations, some lines have replaced these by regional feeders with good frequency
Author: VICTOR SHIEH
Second World Ports COVID-19 survey: some ports seeing significant changes in storage utilization at ports with some overcrowded car terminals
Results show COVID19 crisis has resulted in 35% of ports reporting an increase in utilisation of warehousing and distribution facilities in the last week for foodstuffs and medical supplies, whilst other ports report both over- and under-utilisation of their storage facilities, depending on cargo type.
First edition of COVID19 Port Economic Impact Barometer confirms cargo build up at some ports and fairly stable port worker availability
New WPSP Weekly Port Economic Impact Barometer reports steady overall port cargo volumes last week with some dips, and significantly reduced passenger and cruise vessel calls. Dockworker availability has been impacted but not hampering operations, while majority of non-essential port personnel are teleworking from home.
World Ports Sustainability Program sets up COVID19 Task Force with dedicated information portal
Support to include regularly-updated, frequently-asked questions section vetted by experts handpicked from eight global ports, a weekly port economic impact barometer and latest industry updates
ICS and IAPH in joint call for the G20 to support the maritime sector and global supply chains
ICS and IAPH join forces to call on G20 leaders to act quickly to protect global supply chains from the impact of COVID-19
IAPH announces cancellation of #IAPH2020 World Ports Conference
The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) regrets to announce the cancellation of the IAPH 2020 World Ports Conference
A Blue Economy Incubator, Community Equity Program & Responsible Business Conduct plan chosen as WPSP Award finalists
Last day for voting as Ports of San Diego, Seattle and Dutch ports lead by example in WPSP Governance and Ethics Category
Ports of Los Angeles, Açu & Amsterdam compete for WPSP Safety and Security Award
A fully operating port cyber security center, coastal emergency plan and interactive ISPS port security mobile app up as WPSP Safety & Security Award finalists
WPSP Award for Community Outreach and Port-City Dialogue to be split into two following high number of entrants
Ports of Montreal, Singapore, Huelva, Northwest Seaport Alliance, Yeoso Gwangyang and Vigo to contest WPSP Awards for Community Outreach & Port-City Dialogue