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'Growing Trend' of Port Emission Regulations
Swiss-based engineering firm Cavotec says it has received "substantial multiple orders" for cold ironing Alternative Maritime Power (AMP) systems at the Port of Los Angeles (POLA), reflecting growing efforts to reduce emissions at ports.
"These, and other shore power projects on which we are currently working, are a reminder of the growing trend, especially in the U.S. and Europe, towards tighter legislation regulating emissions at ports," said Rob Thompson, West Coast manager for Cavotec USA Inc.
"We continue to work closely with our partners to ensure that ports meet their environmental targets."
Cavotec said it will supply a large number of "Easy Lift" access covers and shore power outlet connection boxes for four container ports at the terminals.
The AMP systems allow vessels to switch off engines while docked and use shore side electricity for reefer containers, lighting, heat, and other energy needs, reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
POLA announced in August that it had received a $313 million grant for shoreside power upgrades.
The state of California has mandated that by 2014 half of a carrier’s vessel calls must use shore power when berthed in California ports, rising to 80 percent of a fleet’s visits by 2020.
