Summary: According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Maritime Transport Report 2024, maritime transport accounts for approximately 80% of global trade. This activity has a significant environmental impact on port environments, particularly in terms of air quality, noise and water pollution. Added to this is growing international regulatory pressure, which requires […]
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SATMAR: Global Maritime Digital Communications Service via satellite (VDES)
SATMAR is an innovative project led by Alén Space and Egatel that aims to set a milestone in the digitisation of maritime communications. Its main objective is to validate the new VDES (VHF Data Exchange System) standard in orbit, which is set to replace the current AIS (Automatic Identification System), through the launch and operation […]
The Port of Algeciras hosts a technical visit to its facilities as part of the European SaferSEA project
On Thursday, 25 September, the Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) hosted a technical visit as part of the European SaferSEA project, co-financed by the Interreg Atlantic Area Programme 2021-2027, in which it participates as an Associate Partner. The event, aimed at project partners, began with a welcome address by Salvador León, Head […]
Advanced platform for environmental sustainability management in the Port of Algeciras
Summary: This project is part of the FIWARE ZONE IoT Challenge and is developed by the start-up HOPU, winner of the challenge entitled “Advanced platform for environmental management and sustainability in the Port of Algeciras” in the 2020 edition. The scope of the pilot project consists of the development of a solution based on Artificial […]
Port of Algeciras decarbonization presented as success story at GreenTech 2025 event organized by Port Technology International
The Port of Algeciras was present at the recent edition of the GreenTech event, organized by Port Technology International, which was held from 29 to 30 April in the Swedish city of Gothenburg. On this occasion, the event brought together more than 60 attendees from major European ports, port terminals and technology companies in the […]
The APBA reaffirms its commitment to innovation by renewing the certification of its R&D&I Management System for the sixth consecutive year
The Algeciras Port Authority (APBA) has renewed, for the sixth consecutive year, the certificate of the R&D&I Management System, which it obtained for the first time in December 2019, and which accredits that the APBA continues to comply with the requirements of the UNE 166002:2021 Standard for research, development and innovation activities in the field […]
Ocean Ecostructures Project: biomimetic micro-reef system for the enhancement of marine biodiversity
Summary: Ports are essential allies for the development and growth of the blue economy, as they are the physical interface where all industries and sectors related to the oceans, seas and coasts can converge, both those based on the marine environment (maritime transport, fishing, energy generation) and those based on land (ports, shipyards, land-based aquaculture, […]
Ocean Ecostructures
Ocean Ecostructures is an innovative start-up that combines advanced engineering and sustainability to offer disruptive solutions in the marine environment. Founded in Barcelona in 2021, the company specializes in the design and development of green infrastructure for coastal and marine environments, with a focus on ecosystem regeneration, coastal protection and sustainable project development. Under the […]
Unlocking Green Shipping Corridors: a pathway to sustainable maritime practices
The maritime industry faces challenges to align with global decarbonization goals, especially within the context of green shipping corridors. These corridors represent a targeted approach to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance operational efficiency, and to promote collaboration amongst key stakeholders. Current green shipping corridor initiatives include 57 projects globally as of 2024, between the announced, […]
Project EmissionInsider: digital solution for measuring and analyzing maritime-land transport emissions
Summary: Maritime transport accounts for about 90% of world trade and 2.5% of global Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, and in relation to Europe, it is estimated that transport accounts for a quarter of its GHG emissions. In this context, and according to the guidelines of the European Green Deal, ports play an important role in […]
MarineHound: autonomous emission control system for maritime transport
Summary: Since January 1, 2020, in accordance with the IMO 2020 rule, the global limit for the sulfur content of vessel fuel will be reduced to 0.50% (from the current 3.50%). The ultimate responsibility for controlling and correctly applying this limit lies with the Governments and national authorities of the member States that are part […]
MarineHound
MarineHound is a Malta-based start-up founded in 2021 whose mission is to drive the maritime industry towards a more sustainable future. The company is backed by a diverse team with extensive experience in engineering, gas analyzer technology and shipping regulation. Its product, marinehound™, is based on a disruptive continuous remote pollution sensing technology that, located […]
AMURA-ZIDAY: intelligent solution for early detection of oil and wastewater spills
According to information from UNEP (United Nations Environment Program), most of the 2.1 million tons of oil spilled at sea each year go undetected. The lack of awareness is mainly due to the limitations of the technologies used so far to survey areas of the ocean and detect oil spills with sufficient accuracy and reliability. […]
The Algeciras Port Authority continues to support innovation and entrepreneurship among students and recent graduates through its participation in the 16th edition of the UCA’s atrÉBT! competition.
Once again, the Algeciras Port Authority has participated as part of the jury of the XVI edition of the atrÉBT competition, whose final awards ceremony was held on June 6 at the School of Engineering of the University of Cadiz, in Puerto Real. Juan Antonio Herrera, Head of Innovation of the APBA and who has […]
Underwater noise monitoring system and cetacean tracking system
Summary: Ports are essential allies for the development and growth of the Blue Economy as they are the physical interface where all industries and sectors related to the oceans, seas and coasts can converge, both those based in the marine environment (maritime transport, fishing, energy generation) and those based on land (ports, shipyards, aquaculture on […]
SaferSEA Project: Innovative Technological Solutions for Maritime Safety and the Ecological Transition of Transport
Summary: Maritime transport is a fundamental pillar of the global economy, but it also poses significant challenges in terms of safety, sustainability, and environmental protection. The Atlantic Ocean, in particular, represents a strategic area for maritime trade and a key gateway to Europe, where demand for cargo and shipping vessels is expected to increase in […]
