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Jul 17, 2008
EUROGATE Tanger successfully handles first feeder ship
Tangier (Morocco) - On 11 July, EUROGATE Tanger successfully handled the first feeder ship. On 11 July 2008, the first feeder ship, the CMA CGM "Tobruk", docked at the EUROGATE Tanger Container Terminal in Morocco.
A total of 70 containers were unloaded. Although the crane drivers are still undergoing training, the handling of the ship went off without any problems.
The CMA CGM “Tobruk” has a capacity of 1,000 TEUs and a length of 150 m. From August/September, it is planned to handle two feeder ships per week. From October, full cargo ships are expected to regularly dock at the terminal. EUROGATE Tanger currently has 300 m of quayside and five container cranes. By the end of the year, the quay length will be extended to 800 m. An additional three container cranes are on order for delivery in February 2009.
 
Intermodal transportation: The next wave?
 Holidays are almost over, for those lucky enough to go on vacation. I spent my time away from the sea, and well above sea level. Just for reassurance. As you might know, the majority of Dutch grounds are below sea level (about 65%), and we keep dry feet by pumping water. Without that, we would build our sandcastle around "Amersfoort at the Sea" (a city some 80km inland).
However, spending time in the Alps, some 800m above sea level, my rectangular box driven mind did not come to a complete standstill, wondering about hinterland transportation.
New Strategy & Development Director appointed at Dunkerque Port
 Jean-Frédéric Laurent has just been appointed Strategy and Development Director of Dunkerque Port, replacing Pierre Joly on his retirement. He is 41. |
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