UK-based BLOK Container Systems has introduced a new equipment to speed up the handling of containers so as to improve the overall operational efficiency at ports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The equipment BLOK Spreader enables four empty shipping containers to be lifted and transported on to quaysides as a single block, potentially easing congestion in container ports as well as reducing emissions and saving billions for the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis is a major innovation that is going to change the maritime sector \u2013 it is perhaps the biggest step forward since the introduction of the shipping container as multiple container handling has the potential to revolutionise port handling systems,\u201d said Selwyn Rowley, BLOK\u2019s director of sales and marketing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cPorts around the world handle 679 million containers annually of which around 24% are handled empty. Container terminals charge at least GBP100 ($133) and often much more a lift, so the potential savings created by being able to move four at a time rather than one run into the billions,\u201d Rowley said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cShips have become bigger now and carry as many as 20,000 containers but that volume has exacerbated delays at ports and more efficient handling is required. The price of fuel is also going up and tough new environmental standards are being introduced so time savings are essential to allow for slower sailing.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rowley added that the company has received interest from ports around the world, as well as many country members of the IMO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
BLOK Container Systems has worked with the Coventry & Warwickshire LEP Growth Hub and Coventry City Council and to help fund development of the BLOK Spreader, with the two organisations working together to secure a GBP100,000 grant from the European Regional Development Fund.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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