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Container handling in the port of Antwerp is a complex process involving many players. Releasing containers is a vulnerable and time-consuming process which carries the risk of misuse and mistakes. In order to guarantee security and improve the operational efficiency and transparency, Port of Antwerp has introduced a new procedure, namely Certified Pick up. All players involved in container handling will have to join this procedure.
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Port of Antwerp is teaming up with six other partners to build a Power-to-Methanol demonstration plant, representing another significant step in the transition to alternative sources of energy. The aim is to produce 8000 tonnes of sustainable methanol per year.
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The network of services for electronic communication in the Port of Antwerp.
Onshorepower
Barges can now draw electricity while they are at berth, through seven new onshore power connection points on Quay 75, the barge holding dock.
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In 2018, Port of Antwerp exceeded the 200 million tonnes milestone for the fourth year in a row!
2018 saw 14,595 sea-going vessels come and go at the Port of Antwerp. An average of 39 a day, but the vessels are becoming larger every year (number includes ULCS).
2018 saw 52,000 barges come and go at the Port of Antwerp. An average of 142 a day!
Every day 130 loaded freight trains leave the Antwerp port area en route to their next destination!
No less than 60,849 people work in the Port of Antwerp. Add to this indirect employment, and you end up with almost 145,000 jobs thanks to the port.
About 900 companies are established in the Antwerp port area!