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Despite substantial excess LNG import capacity, Europe is investing in new LNG terminals as it looks to phase out coal-fired plants and nuclear power in favour of renewable energy and gas. Germany, Europe’s largest gas importer, has shifted its policy and plans to import LNG directly, diversifying its energy sources and strengthening its energy security. Read more

Another Ballast Water Treatment System Retrofit project at Malaysia based MMHE is moving towards completion. Albion Marine Solutions structural expert team is leaving for a new project in nearby Singapore Sembawang Shipyard. Electrical and automation team arrived to finalize integration.

UNCTAD has released its liner shipping connectivity index (LSCI) for 2019, showing China retains its lead as the country best connected to others by sea, the index shows. The country’s LSCI has increased by 51% since 2006. At the other end, small islands developing states have hardly seen any improvement, and trade in shipped goods remains problematic.

https://maritime-executive.com/article/china-retains-liner-shipping-connectivity-lead

Common themes ran through discussion with terminal operators for this year’s update, none more so than efforts to increase capacities through modernization and operational efficiencies. Aside from the sensible business case made for increasing capacity, gains are also being seen in lowering carbon footprints. But challenges abound. Cumbersome, often “fractures” permitting processes that take years to complete was, by far, the biggest issue for all.

https://bcshippingnews.ca/b-c-terminals-update-increasing-efficiencies-a-key-focus/