Port Operations

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In 2023, despite global challenges and a slight decline in overall container volume, the top 10 busiest US ports demonstrated resilience and adaptability.

Tema Port is the largest port in Ghana, located on the eastern coast of the country. It covers a vast area of 3.9 million square meters and is a significant contributor to the country’s economy. The port receives an average of over 1,511 vessel calls per year, making it a crucial hub for international trade…

The task of ship’s store replenishment appeared with the commencement of navigation thousands of years ago. With the increase in voyage distances and duration, thorough handling and preparation were required to prepare the vessel for the impending voyage. This involves stocking the vessel with the necessary stores that will be needed for the voyage. A…

Maritime transport, by definition, involves many different arrangements at the various ports of call of a ship. Because of the spatial distances involved, these arrangements would otherwise be impossible to be cleared by the shipowner himself. It, therefore, becomes evident that the role of Agents is at the heart of maritime transport since it is…

The sea has always been an important part of human history, and seaports have long been an important part of maritime trade. Seaports are more important than ever today, as international trade has become a critical component of the global economy. There are several factors that contribute to the importance of seaports. For starters, seaports…

Whenever cargo has to be loaded on or discharged from a vessel, the vessel has to be parked and fastened to a quay, wharf, pier, or jetty with mooring ropes to facilitate safe operation. The berthing of a ship is the process of bringing a vessel to a designated location, such as a quay, wharf,…