Essays about: "maritime port"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 32 essays containing the words maritime port.

  1. 16. Enforcing the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 : A study of the early results of implementation and enforcement of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Sjöfartshögskolan (SJÖ)

    Author : Carl Anton Meitmann; [2016]
    Keywords : MLC 2006; Maritime Labour Convention; Enforcement; Implementation; Shipping; Labour; Port State; Flag State;

    Abstract : The objectives of the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (hereafter: MLC 2006) have long been familiar to many states, but for some it has brought with it increased expectations in improving working conditions for seafarers. This study aims to analyse the early figures provided by Paris Memorandum of Understanding’s (hereafter: Paris MoU) on the number of deficiencies and detentions in before and after the implementation of the MLC 2006, as well as the ILO Committee of Experts 2014 Report, which marks the first full year of MLC 2006 compliance in the first ratifying states. READ MORE

  3. 17. Perceptions of small to medium ports in norther Europe on the impact of security initiatives

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för tjänstevetenskap

    Author : Olaf Habert; [2015]
    Keywords : port security; service quality; supply chain security; efficiency; customer satisfaction; security initiatives; maritime security; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : In the aftermath of the terror attacks on New York in September 2001 several iniativies are set up to protect global supply chains from larger disruptions by antagonistic threats such as terrorism or piracy. Many security initiatives such as the International Ship and Port Security (ISPS) code, the Container Security Initiative (CSI) or the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) are targeting the maritime infrastructure and especially sea ports to prevent future disruptions to this vital part of the global economy. READ MORE

  4. 18. Hydraulics Studies In Port Conception

    University essay from KTH/Marina system

    Author : Sophie Hermite; [2015]
    Keywords : Maritime works; hydraulic studies; LNG - Wave propagation; wind fetch; shoaling;

    Abstract : In the Maritime Works Engineering department of Saipem, studies have been carried out to design an extension to an existing LNG export facility. The scope of work comprises the design of a jetty on piles. For this purpose, wave propagation and ship mooring computations have been performed, as well as shore protection and abutment studies. READ MORE

  5. 19. Scenario Development of Waste Import to Sweden - On behalf of the Port of Gothenburg

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Emelie Wallgren; Dvali Katja; [2014-12-11]
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    Abstract : This report deals with surrounding conditions for the relatively new import flow of combustible waste to Sweden. In recent years transboundary transportation of waste has increased considerably, which is mainly driven by EU regulations regarding landfill minimization. READ MORE

  6. 20. Competitive Global Ports for Regional Economic Development : The Port of Valencia

    University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Institutionen för fysisk planering

    Author : Mario Sánchez Brox; [2014]
    Keywords : regional development; port; logistics; institutional economics; structure of provision;

    Abstract : Face to high unemployment and GDP stagnation, competitive ports bear potential positive impacts on regional economic development over their hinterland. Ports are conceived as nodes in global supply chains basing their competitiveness in deriving location, infrastructure, connectivity and supply chain integration advantages for logistics operators. READ MORE