Irish Port and Shipping News
Irish Rail Launch National Freight Plan With Ports Among 2040 Strategy
1st December 2021 Ports & Shipping
Irish Rail (Iarnród Éireann) has launched a national rail freight plan in Ballina in Co Mayo, which aims to increase operations in line with growth in demand across the EU. As RTE News reports, the company says the expansion will…
Ceremony to Mark Irish Seaman's National Memorial took Place Albeit Low-Key
1st December 2021 Ports & Shipping
The annual Irish Seaman's National Memorial service this year was again cancelled given ongoing Covid circumstances, however a small low-key ceremony did take place along Dublin's south quays, writes Jehan Ashmore. Attending the ceremony last Friday at City Quay, was…
Some members of the trade union UNITE said the strike is expected to significantly affect operations at Foyle Port. The union said the dispute centres on a rejected demand for a 2.1% pay rise this year, following a pay freeze.…
ESPO asks for Ambitious & Coherent Legislation on Provision and Use of Clean Energy Infrastructure for Shipping
29th November 2021 Ports & Shipping
Europe’s ports welcome that the review of the current AFIR proposal is accompanied by provisions in the new FuelEU Maritime Proposal, which requires vessels to use shore-side electricity infrastructure at berth. The alignment of requirements between what ports need to…
Harbourmaster Capt Darren Doyle on Port of Waterford's New Interceptor 48 Pilot Boat
26th November 2021 Wavelength Podcast
Boatbuilder Frank Kowalski of Safehaven Marine Ltd in Youghal, Co Cork, could certainly give the makers of Deadliest Catch a run for their money with his cool videos set to stirring musical scores. One of his latest is of sea…
A CO2-based charge, backed by multiple countries and a major trade organization, is not billed as a tax and isn’t intended to change shippers’ behavior. Shipping’s global regulator signalled that a tiny CO2-based charge on vessels’ fuel consumption will not…
Irish Institute of Master Mariners to Host 'Zoom' Meetings this Saturday, 27 November
25th November 2021 Ports & Shipping
The Irish Institute of Master Mariners (IIMM) which is a non-political organisation promoting safe, efficient and professional maritime operations globally, is to hold two meetings using Zoom on this Saturday, 27 November. In the morning, the next National Council meeting…
Freeports in Scotland & Wales Resisted by UK Government Might be Dead in the Water after Treasury ‘Kills’ Idea
23rd November 2021 Ports & Shipping
Following a long fight with the Scottish and Welsh Governments over imposing freeports on the autonomous nations, they may have been “killed” after all, UK Government sources have said. Welsh Secretary Simon Hart had previously said that Wales would have…
Post COP26 Webinar - First Assessment On the Outcomes for Shipping
23rd November 2021 Ports & Shipping
Lloyd's Register and Maritime London are to host a joint webinar: COP 26 – First Assessment on the Outcomes for Shipping, which is to be held tomorrow (Wed. 24 Nov). Since the start of the year, the maritime industry has…
Minimum Safety and Health Requirements for Improved Medical Treatment on Board Vessels
22nd November 2021 Ports & Shipping
The European Union (Minimum Safety and Health Requirements for Improved Medical Treatment on Board Vessels) Regulations 2021 transpose into Irish law European Council Directive 92/29/EEC (as amended) concerning the minimum health and safety requirements for improved medical treatment on board…
Cork Agent Announces Unifeeder's Additional Dublin Port Call to Existing Feeder Services
19th November 2021 Ports & Shipping
Cork basedMainport which acts as shipping agent for container operator, Unifeeder A/S, has announced as of the start of this month that they have increased capacity between the Irish Sea and mainland northern Europe. This has led to the deployment…
Largest Port Operator in UK Launches Development Initiative With More Strategic Land
19th November 2021 Ports & Shipping
The largest port operator in the UK, Associated British Ports (ABP), is bringing forward more than 1,000 acres of development land to support the UK’s supply chain, manufacturing and renewable energy sectors. ABP operates 21 ports around the UK and…
Ports Group in Wales Launch Ambitious Plan With Revolutionary Role in Decarbonisation
12th November 2021 Ports & Shipping
Several ports in south Wales and all operated by Associated British Ports (ABP) have launched an ambitious plan to decarbonise the region with its Future Ports for Wales Vision. ABP has five ports in south Wales, (from west to east)…
Polish Port Authority Wins Award On Same Day of ESPO Publishing Annual Report
11th November 2021 Ports & Shipping
This week the Port of Gdańsk Authority in Poland, was announced winner of the European Sea Ports Organsisation (ESPO) Award 2021 in recognition of its role in the recovery of the city and the local community during lock-downs. The ESPO…
'Clydebank Declaration' Signed at COP26 for Green Shipping Corridors
10th November 2021 Ports & Shipping
At the COP26 Conference in Glasgow today, the UK has announced the launch of the Clydebank Declaration on Green Shipping Corridors. Signatory states (including Ireland) declared their ambition and intent to support the establishment of green shipping corridors – zero-emission…
EuroChambres Survey Says Supply-Chain Disruption a Major Concern for Businesses
10th November 2021 Ports & Shipping
In a Eurochambres Economic Survey for 2022, a lack of skilled workers, access to affordable energy, and increasing labour costs are among the main challenges facing businesses across Europe. As RTE News reports, the European Association, of which Chambers Ireland…