Port of Antwerp hosts North Western European Ports meeting
The port of Antwerp hosted a meeting of the North Western European Ports on Wednesday, 1 July. This group, consisting of representatives of the Rotterdam, Antwerp, Hamburg, Bremen and Le Havre port authorities, meets about twice per year to discuss current matters of shared concern. » more
Top international architect Zaha Hadid to design new Port House
The future headquarters of Antwerp Port Authority will be designed by the London firm of Zaha Hadid Architects. The choice of architect was made at the Port Authority board meeting on 13 January. The new Port House will occupy the site of the technical services building on quay 63. » more
Mexican flu alert raised to level 6
The World Health Organisation (WHO) announced on Thursday 11 June that it had raised the worldwide alert level for the Mexican flu variant (influenza A/H1N1) to level 6. Raising the alert level has in Belgium no consequences for the type of measures that have to be taken. » more
Successful trade mission to China to be followed up
A high-powered delegation headed by port alderman Marc Van Peel and made up of representatives from Antwerp Port Authority, the Customs Service and various private companies has successfully completed a trade mission to China. » more
Port Authority developing solar power as well
The board of directors of Antwerp Port Authority has decided to permit the installation of photovoltaic systems within the port area, under certain conditions. » more
Port of Antwerp launches unique trial project with shore power for seagoing ships
The port of Antwerp has today taken an important step forward in the fight against port-related air pollution. Seagoing ships belonging to the Independent Container Line (ICL) will henceforth be able to use a shore-based electricity supply when they are lying at berth. » more
