Germany-based igus has launched a new system that automatically couples rubber-tyred gantry cranes (RTGs) with an energy chain system. The e-rover - an  extendable telescopic arm connects the trough guided energy chain to the RTG. Thus, providing guaranteed energy supply and data transmission through standard and fibre optic cables.

DP World, UAE Region, has shown its commitment to truly high performance solutions by building Trelleborg's rubber quality standards into their fender specification for the Quay four refurbishment project at Terminal 1 of Jebel Ali Port in Dubai.

APM Terminals Izmir has selected ZPMC as the provider of the most efficient and safest cranes to operate Izmir's only container terminal capable of serving vessels larger than 10,000 TEU, in one of the fastest growing economies in the world.

The company, which operates three vessels, the Odin, the Alrek and the Frej, will use the former TransAtlantic terminal for handling 300,000 tonnes of steel and other cargoes each year.

Terex Port Solutions (TPS) will supply Libra Terminais Rio S/A (Libra) with 12 Terex® rubber-tyred gantry cranes.

After witnessing the progress of the new widened and deepened Panama Canal, Egypt has now announced it is planning to dig a new 45 miles Suez Canal.

International Container Terminal Services, Inc (ICTSI) reported unaudited consolidated financial results for the first six months of 2014 posting revenue from port operations of US$510.3 million.

DP World London Gateway has announced a further 50 jobs at its South Essex deep-sea container hub port – and has women firmly in its sights.