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Valenciaport explores Moroccan ro-ro and reefer traffic routes

Port keen to promote the connection of the Port of Valencia with the whole of northern Morocco

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The Port Authority of Valencia (PAV) is studying the expansion of its connection routes with northern Morocco.

The port authority recently held meetings with Moroccan shippers and logistics operators on the side lines of the IX Spanish-Moroccan Business Meeting of the Maritime, Transport and Logistics Sector in Tangier.

According to a recent statement, the parties are exploring opportunities to promote maritime traffic between PAV and the African nation – looking in particular at an expansion strategy for Ro-Ro and reefer traffic.

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International Institute of Container Lessors issues technical alert on damage to reefer interior panels

Concern that disinfection measures could be damaging interior panels

One of the key measures in China’s zero-COVID strategy is the widespread application of disinfectants to surfaces that are suspected to have been exposed to COVID-19, and as a preventative measure on packaging and objects being imported into the country. This includes reefer containers. 

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Walmart puts Canada’s biggest multi-temperature reefer on the road

Walmart Canada fleet has put its first 60-foot (18-metre) multi-temperature refrigerated trailer into service

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Walmart Canada fleet has put its first 60-foot (18-metre) multi-temperature refrigerated trailer into service: the first of its kind for Walmart in North America.

The custom-built multi-temp refrigerated trailer allows Walmart to ship freight more efficiently and reduce C02 emissions.

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PSA & ONE use reclaimed refrigerant gas from reefer containers

PSA Corporation Ltd (PSA) and Ocean Network Express Pte. Ltd (ONE) collaborate on sustainability issues

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PSA and ONE are collaborating on a number of sustainability issues. The two organisations have announced that they have successfully reclaimed refrigerant gas from reefer containers.

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Maersk Line reefers

Maersk reefer train in Chile

One step closer to decarbonizing the supply chain
Maersk Line reefers

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Maersk reefer train in Chile goes from the O’Higgins region to San Antonio, transporting cold chain cargo. The company wants to deliver sustainable alternatives to help their clients achieve their own logistics decarbonization goals. Maersk’s goal is to reach zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Our media colleagues at MundoMaritimo spoke to Francisco Ulloa, Managing Director Area West Coast of South America at Maersk, to learn more in detail how the train works.

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Reefer shortage drives perishables shippers to use air cargo

Reefer shortages causing problems for US perishables shippers.

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US perishables shippers are facing the perfect storm. Capacity shortages are forcing them to transport perishables by air. In addition, US agricultural exports are facing challenges.  And fruit imports to the US from Central America are also suffering as a result of reefer containers. 

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2021 May reefer cleaning

Keeping reefers clean

The Institute of International Container Lessors (IICL) has issued a Technical Bulletin (RTB-008) on the cleaning of reefer containers
2021 May reefer cleaning

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Institute of International Container Lessors (IIC) issues a bulletin on the cleaning of reefers, providing guidance on the correct cleaning products to use. Cargoes and chemicals can cause damage and deterioration to the inside of reefer containers and its components. 

Source: World Cargo News

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