Irish Port and Shipping News
In the UK, the union for shipbuilders GMB has welcomed reports of hopes for the reopening of Appledore Shipyard, writes North Devon Gazette. The news follows a high level meeting convened by Torridge MP and Attorney General Geoffrey Cox at…
Welsh Port’s Scholarship Scheme Launched for Pembrokeshire University Students
30th September 2019 Ports & Shipping
At the Welsh Port of Milford Haven the annual Scholarship Scheme was launched today offering four Pembrokeshire students the chance to win £1,500, plus work experience at the UK’s largest energy port. Almost seventy undergraduate students have received support from…
Arklow Willow became the third 'W' class 16,500dwt newbuild in a series of four following a launch in a German shipyard, writes Jehan Ashmore. The Irish flagged bulker was launched earlier this month and the almost 150m long ship is expected…
Hopes UK Shipyard in Appledore Could Reopen After Top Level Government Meeting
28th September 2019 Ports & Shipping
In the UK, a Torridge MP is ‘cautiously optimistic’ Appledore Shipyard will reopen in the near future after a crucial meeting at Downing Street. As the North Devon Gazette reports, it follows a high level meeting convened by Geoffrey Cox…
Coalition of More Than 40 Organisations Call for Strong Connecting Europe Facility II
27th September 2019 Ports & Shipping
In advance of the European Parliament’s hearings of the commissioners-designate, a coalition of more than 40 European associations and organisations renewed their call for a strong transport budget according to the European Sea Ports Organisation. While the previous European Parliament and…
Celebration of World Maritime Day Also Supports Gender Equality & Empowering Women
26th September 2019 Ports & Shipping
Today is 'World Maritime Day' which is been celebrated by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) and the global shipping community. The theme for this year's event is "Empowering Women in the Maritime Community". This provides an opportunity to raise awareness of the…
Record Turnover Announced at Foyle Port Despite Brexit Uncertainty
26th September 2019 Ports & Shipping
It has been announced that Foyleport had a record £10 million in turnover despite the uncertainty posed by Brexit. The Derry harbour, reports The Irish News, recorded an operating profit of £1.9m during 2018/19, marking its seventh year of consecutive…
Irish authorities are still detaining a cargo ship close to Kinvara in south Galway Bay after its hull sprang a leak while loading cargo for the Bahamas writes Lorna Siggins As Afloat reported previously, the 30m ship Evora was detained last…
Ship Holed at South Galway Pier Detained by Irish Authorities as Residents Fear Pollution Risk
13th September 2019 Ports & Shipping
Irish authorities have detained a cargo ship close to Kinvara in south Galway bay after its hull sprang a leak while loading cargo for the Bahamas writes Lorna Siggins The 30m ship Evora has been detained by the Marine Survey…
UK Prime Minister Promotes Maritime Careers at LISW Against Backdrop of Scottish Ruling on Parliament Suspension
13th September 2019 Ports & Shipping
UK prime minister Boris Johnson visited London International Shipping Week (LISW19) yesterday where he boarded NLV Pharos, a Scottish aids to navigation tender which moored alongside HMS Belfast, writes Jehan Ashmore. In between promoting maritime careers to an audience of…
World's Best: Liverpool Seafarers Centre Wins Awards Ceremony At LISW19
12th September 2019 Ports & Shipping
A UK ecumenical charity, Liverpool Seafarers Centre (LSC) has been crowned the world’s best seafarer centre at an awards ceremony held as part of London International Shipping Week (LISW19). The charity, based in Crosby and Eastham on the Wirral, was…
The European Commission before summer kicked off the review of the TEN-T Regulation 1315/2013 with a public consultation. The European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) submitted its proposals for the review. “European ports remain strong supporters of the 2013 Europe’s Transport…
Politicians Visit Dublin Port & UK's Largest Energy Port Against Backdrop of Brexit Preparedness
9th September 2019 Ports & Shipping
In advance of the UK's prime minister Boris Johnston meeting today in Dublin, it was also reported on RTE News of yesterday's visit by Leo Varakar to Dublin Port where the Taoiseach viewed the €30 million investment that has been put in…
New £150m Caribbean Disaster Relief Ship Co-Designed by Cammell Laird Launched At LISW
9th September 2019 Ports & Shipping
UK shipyard Cammell Laird located in Birkenhead, Merseyside, has helped launched plans for a new £150m disaster relief ship at the London International Shipping Week (LISW19) which began today. Britannia Maritime Aid (BMA), the registered charity leading the project, wants…
Irish Continue Presence on Banks of the Thames During London International Shipping Week
8th September 2019 Ports & Shipping
Following a recent re-enactment to retrace Granuaile, the Irish Pirate Queen's voyage from the west of Ireland to London where she met the Virgin Queen in 1593, the Irish will again be present in the UK capital as part of…
Scottish Shipyard on the Clyde Has Deadline for Nationalising Postponed
4th September 2019 Ports & Shipping
Scottish National Party ministers, The Herald writes, have extended the deadline for finding a buyer for the last civilian shipyard on the Clyde. Finance Secretary Derek Mackay told MSPs the marketing of Ferguson Marine in Port Glasgow could take 50…
