Ports of Hamburg and Vancouver to assess alternative fuel bunkering readiness
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The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority in Canada on Friday (22 November) said it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) in Germany to collaborate across a range of port priorities including decarbonisation, safety and cruise.
Work under the MOU will include assessing readiness to support alternative fuel bunkering, improving safety with new technology like drones, using predictive analytics to optimise operations, data governance and cyber security best practices, and opportunities for sustainable cruise port accreditation.
The MoU, signed 7 November will see the two port authorities increase cooperation across multiple key areas: maritime decarbonisation; safety; digital practices and new technology; and cruise operations.
The two port authorities will also create new opportunities for employees to gain practical experience with the daily challenges and practices at the partner port.
Both ports are major gateways for their respective countries.
“I am delighted to have signed this agreement with the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority. This further expands our network of partners who want to work with us on the decarbonisation of maritime transport,” said Jens Meier, CEO of the HPA.
“In addition, Vancouver is a valuable sparring partner for us in the exchange of efficient cruise handling within the city.”
“The Port of Vancouver is key trade hub for Canadians and their businesses, and we are thrilled to partner with the Port of Hamburg on work that will improve operations, sustainability and safety at both ports,” said Peter Xotta, President and CEO, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority.
“We look forward to working in collaboration with our partners in Hamburg to improve efficiency, sustainability and innovation at both ports—in support of Canadians and Germans.”
Photo credit: Port of Vancouver
Published: 26 November, 2024
