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Minister Hilde Crevits gives the go-ahead of a new European logistics platform in port of Ghent

kdvle — Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 Flemish minister of Public Works and Mobility Hilde Crevits gave the official kick-off of a new European logistical distribution platform at the Kluizendok in port of Ghent: the ‘WDPort of Ghent Logistic Park’. With the development of this location - unique in Flanders – by logistical real estate company WDP, Ghent goes one step further in developing the port as a multimodal platform.

Ghent Port Company collaborates with Russian port organisation Rosmorport

kdvle — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

To boost existing trade relations with Russia and increase trade, the Port of Ghent is to work closely with the Russian port organisation Rosmorport. To this end, the Ghent Port Company entered into a cooperation agreement with this government-owned corporation that represents the interests of all Russian seaports. Russia has been one of the Port of Ghent’s main trading partners for several years. Annual cargo traffic between Ghent and Russia is good for 2.5 million tonnes.

Port of Ghent lends support to 30 action items for enhanced cooperation between Flemish ports for a stronger competitive position

kdvle — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On Thursday, 18 April 2013, Flemish Minister for Transport and Public Works, Hilde Crevits, signed a cooperation agreement together with the four Flemish ports of Antwerp, Ghent, Ostend and Zeebrugge and the Flemish Ports Association. Using 30 action items, they will work together to strengthen the competitive position of the Flemish ports on an international level. In so doing, Flemish Minister Hilde Crevits wants to further develop the role of Flanders as a key logistical region with maximum added value. The Ghent Port Company is enthusiastically lending its support to this cooperation.

Ghent Port Company visualises transport between port and hinterland

vryck — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Ghent Port Company has mapped out the transport of goods between the port of Ghent and companies and clients in the hinterland. 48% of this transport will be carried by inland vessel, 43% by road and 9% by rail (in 2011), according to a study carried out by the Port Company and the University of Antwerp. The Port Company wishes to make even more efforts to promote sustainable transport in the future via inland waterways and rail. A new survey was recently launched to learn about the modal split of 2012.

Port of Ghent makes shaky start in the first 3 months of 2013

kdvle — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

In the first quarter of 2013, the Port of Ghent recorded a total volume of cargo traffic of 11.6 million tonnes, down 3.6% compared with the same period last year. The trend of increasing exports was, however, maintained.

Ghent Port Company receives Europe’s biggest inland navigation port

kdvle — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday, April 10, 2013 the Port of Duisburg (Germany) – called duisport – is paying a visit to port of Ghent. Duisburg is Europe’s biggest inland navigation port. Several companies from both ports will be present to get acquainted with one another. Both port authorities will also meet. Ghent Port Company is pleased with this visit and herewith hopes to be able to increase cargo traffic by inland waterways and by rail for both ports.

7 kilometres-long line of trees around Kluizendok is start of a green framework in port of Ghent

kdvle — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Port of Ghent attends to the greening of the port area. Through the realization of an entire framework of green links, land that is economically not useful is given an environmental purpose. On Wednesday, March 27, 2013 a 7 kilometres-long line of trees around the Kluizendok was inaugurated. Also at Volvo Cars Ghent and on the industrial site Moervaart-Zuid green spaces were installed on similar plots of land.

Ship sails in 3 minutes from lock in Terneuzen until port of Ghent – watch the video

kdvle — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

In reality, the voyage between the lock complex in Terneuzen and port of Ghent by ship takes about three hours. Now you can have a look at this stretch on the Ghent-Terneuzen Canal in only 3 minutes and 23 seconds. An employee of DFDS Seaways fastened a camera onto the bridge of the ship ‘Ficaria Seaways’ and the (accelerated) result of this video is certainly worth watching!

Inland navigation cruise season started in port of Ghent

kdvle — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

This year, port of Ghent expects 186 inland navigation cruises. The first two ships will enter the port on Saturday morning, March 9, 2013. This makes the number of expected cruises link up with the number that called at Ghent port in the past years.

First container train between port of Ghent and Mortara in Italy

kdvle — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On Monday, March 4, 2013 Intermodal operator Shuttlewise starts a new train service with containers from port of Ghent to the North Italian city of Mortara. For Ghent port, this is the first international container shuttle by rail.

Bulk carrier ‘AP Jadran’ calls at Ghent port during very first European voyage ever - have a look at the pictures

kdvle — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday night, January 30, the bulk carrier ‘AP Jadran’ arrived in Ghent port. This is the very first time that the vessel is in Europe. It departed from Port Kembla, Australia, and moored at the Rodenhuizedok after a voyage of more than a month and a half. The vessel’s cargo consisted of rapeseed. On Thursday afternoon, January 31, Ghent Port Company welcomed the ship and her crew and a ceremony was held. Have a look at the pictures of this event.

Ghent Port Company makes a move for developing a new port in Brazilian Vitória

kdvle — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The port of Ghent takes the first step in cooperating in the development of a new port in the Brazilian city of Vitória. During a visit to Brazil, Mathias De Clercq, president of Ghent Port Company, and CEO Daan Schalck made the necessary arrangements to that effect. With this cooperation, the Port Company wishes to further promote the trade relations with Brazil as one of the major trading partners of the port.

Port of Ghent quite stands its ground in this time of crisis: traffic figures 2012

kdvle — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Ghent port registered a total waterborne cargo traffic of 49.5 million tonnes in 2012. With 600,000 tonnes less traffic, Ghent experiences a decrease by 1.17 % as against 2011. Through its diversity in goods categories among other things, the port of Ghent is able to stand its ground quite reasonably. However, seaborne cargo traffic is diminishing.

The port of Ghent wishes you a ‘social’ 2013! Follow the port on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube

jbres — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Just before the beginning of a new year, port of Ghent has taken its first steps in the world of social media. From now on, you can follow the ins and outs of the port via various social media channels (in Dutch). Under the name of ‘Haven Gent’, the port of Ghent is now represented on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. This way, you can stay better informed of everything that goes on in the port of Ghent, also in 2013!

Port of Ghent cooperates with ports in Flanders and Zeeland Flanders on sustainable development

kdvle — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The port of Ghent cooperates with among others the other Flemish port authorities – Antwerp, Zeebrugge and Ostend – and the Dutch Zeeland Seaports (ports of Terneuzen and Flushing) on the sustainable development of the seaports. A joint structural cross-border exchange of knowledge and experience is set up, among other things through a number of activities. Ghent Port Company works out if it is possible to exchange residue and by-product streams from heat and CO₂ in the Ghent port area, in other words: to recycle this ‘waste’.

Arrivals and departures in the port: more and more user-friendly information on the website

kdvle — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

At the bottom of port of Ghent’s website you can consult the arrivals and departures of seagoing vessels. Its contents is based on the ENIGMA port information system. These lists are now given a number of new functions and have become more user-friendly.

Ghent Port Company pleased with second E-Crane at Van Heyghen Recycling

kdvle — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Since November 16, 2012 the company Van Heyghen Recycling (part of the Galloo Group) is utilizing a second E-Crane, three years after the taking into use of the first one. This second, identical crane is deployed for the loading of large seagoing vessels. Ghent Port Company is pleased with this as in this way, Van Heyghen Recycling helps developing economic growth in Ghent port.

Port of Ghent wins international award for best bulk logistics

kdvle — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Monday, November 19, 2012 port of Ghent obtained the 2012 IBJ Award in the category ‘Bulk Logistics Excellence Awards’. This much sought after prize issued by the ‘International Bulk Journal’ (IBJ) means international recognition for the port of Ghent in the realization of logistical possibilities for bulk activities.

Flemish minister Hilde Crevits inaugurates new radar network in Ghent port

kdvle — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Flemish Minister of Mobility and Public Works Hilde Crevits together with Ghent Port Company inaugurated the new radar network on Tuesday, November 13, 2012. Thanks to this new network, navigation in the port of Ghent can be carried out in a smoother, more efficient and safer way. The new network of 8 radars makes it possible to observe and guide shipping in the port, day in and day out and at ungodly hours. The Port Company is pleased with this Flemish investment of over 2.4 million euros.

Flemish minister Hilde Crevits inaugurates new radar network in Ghent port

kdvle — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Flemish Minister of Mobility and Public Works Hilde Crevits together with Ghent Port Company inaugurated the new radar network on Tuesday, November 13, 2012. Thanks to this new network, navigation in the port of Ghent can be carried out in a smoother, more efficient and safer way. The new network of 8 radars makes it possible to observe and guide shipping in the port, day in and day out and at ungodly hours. Flanders invests over 2.4 million euros in the new appliances.

Facts and figures on port of Gent couched in an animation

kdvle — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The most remarkable facts and figures of the port of Ghent can now be discovered in an animation. In a few minutes’ time, you can get acquainted with all kinds of petty facts and information on the port of Ghent, completed with the major key figures. You can now have a look at the result.

Cargo traffic in port of Ghent stays on course

kdvle — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The port of Ghent registered a total cargo traffic of 12.7 million tonnes for the third quarter of 2012, which is 4.4 % more than in the third quarter of 2011. After 9 months, the port continues at the same pace as last year.

Closer cooperation for traffic management on Ghent Terneuzen Canal

kdvle — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In the future, the Permanent Committee and the ports of Ghent and Zeeland Seaports will cooperate more intensely in view of an optimum vessel traffic management on the Ghent-Terneuzen Canal. The aim is to come to an integration of all parties involved in the organization of shipping management, preferably through the establishment of a common coordination centre. In this way, the Permanent Committee and both port authorities want to prepare themselves for the taking into use of the new sealock in Terneuzen in 2020. The expected increase of the traffic intensity and scale will have a large impact on the traffic guidance on the canal. Moreover, during the construction of the new lock there will possibly be traffic obstacles the cooperating parties want to be prepared for.

Flanders and the Netherlands will manage navigation on Ghent-Terneuzen Canal together with ports of Ghent and Zeeland

kdvle — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Flanders, the Netherlands and the ports of Ghent and Zeeland will in the future assist navigation together on the Ghent Terneuzen Canal from one single location. Until now, the vessels still have to contact these partners separately in order to appeal to their service rendering and in order to safely moor at a berth. The aim of a common nautical management will also be of benefit to the Ghent companies in this border-crossing Canal zone. As one of the partners, Ghent Port Company is equally responsible for the realization of this important step in the field of shipping traffic.

Pictures of the visit of the Russian vice-minister of transport to the port of Ghent

kdvle — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Saturday, September 22, 2012 the Russian vice-minister of transport responsible for the ports, Victor Olersky visited Ghent port. The visit fitted within the framework of a conference on cooperation between Russia and the Belgian ports. The photoreport paints a picture of this visit.

Ro/ro traffic between the ports of Ghent and Gothenburg on the screen

kdvle — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In August 2012 the Belgian regional channel AVS broadcast several reports that zoom in on the ro/ro traffic between the ports of Ghent and Gothenburg. Reporter Elke sailed along on the DFDS vessel ‘Tor Begonia’ from Ghent to Gothenburg and discovered the importance of the ro/ro traffic between both ports. The three broadcasts each time highlight a different aspect of this route.

First quayside electricity project started in port of Ghent

kdvle — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

From 2014 onwards, seagoing vessels will be able to make use of quayside electricity for the first time in the port of Ghent. Moored vessels will then be able to connect to the quayside electricity grid, which will be of benefit to the environment. For this purpose, Ghent Port Company and DFDS Seaways joined forces. It will be a first for both.

Pictures of the NATO military fleet in Ghent port

kdvle — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Friday, August 24, 2012 Ghent Port Company welcomed a military fleet of three vessels from different countries: the Belgian navy vessel BNS Godetia, the German FGS Fulda and the Estonian ENS Sakala. Their visit fits within the framework of an international NATO assignment concerning mine hunting. The ships left Ghent on August 27.

Military fleet in port of Ghent opens doors to the public

kdvle — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Friday, August 24, 2012 Ghent port welcomes a military fleet of three vessels from different countries. Their visit fits within the framework of an international assignment concerning mine hunting. The ships will remain in Ghent until August 27 and open their vessel doors to the public in the weekend of August 25 and 26.

Start of construction new industrial site Rieme-Noord

kdvle — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The construction of the new industrial site Rieme-Noord in Ghent port was started. This means the realization of the third industrial site near the Kluizendok on the left bank. Ghent Port Company is first to go ahead with the works. By mid-2015 the industrial site will be completely finished and it will link up with the R4-West and the road along the Ghent-Terneuzen Canal.

‘E-ship 1’ visual attraction in Ghent port – have a look at the photos

kdvle — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Monday evening, July 30, 2012 Ghent port received the vessel ‘E-ship 1’ for the first time. This visually special ship was loaded with 48 wind turbine blades in order to be transported to Emden in Germany. Ghent Port Company welcomed the ship and her crew.

Ghent Port Company delighted with European financing of new sealock in Terneuzen

kdvle — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The European Union decided to allocate 3.92 million euros of co-financing for the plan study phase of the new sealock in Terneuzen within the framework of the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T). Ghent Port Company was informed of this on Friday, July 13 by the Flemish minister of Mobility and Public Works, Hilde Crevits. The Port Company is delighted with this European financing, a recognition that the new, larger sealock in Terneuzen is an important link in the European transport network.

Cargo traffic in port of Ghent on same level in second quarter of 2012

kdvle — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In the second quarter of 2012, Ghent port booked an overall cargo traffic of 13 million tonnes. Consequently, Ghent registers a 1% increase as against the same period of last year. As such, Ghent remains on the same level.

300th Green Award for sustainable inland vessels issued at Ghent Port Company

kdvle — Wed, 04 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday, July 4, 2012 at Ghent Port Company’s the 300th Green Award certificate was issued. Not a coincidence, as the port of Ghent is strong in the transhipment from seagoing to inland navigation and supports sustainable initiatives for shipping.

“Sapphire Island” calls at port of Ghent at first commercial voyage ever

kdvle — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Sunday morning, June 10, 2012 the freighter "Sapphire Island" arrived in Ghent port. The ship that was built in 2012 had just finished her very first commercial voyage ever. She departed from Richmond, the United States, and moored at the Middendok in the port of Ghent after a four weeks’ trip. The ship’s cargo consisted of petroleum coke. Ghent Port Company welcomed the vessel and her crew.

Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant and Training Center officially opened

kdvle — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Monday, June 11, 2012 Flemish prime minister Kris Peeters and the Dutch vice-premier Maxime Verhagen opened the Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant in Ghent and the Bio Base Europe Training Center in Terneuzen. Bio Base Europe is a joint initiative by Ghent Bio-Energy Valley and Biopark Terneuzen. In the pilot plant in Ghent, companies can have a test carried out to know whether their bio idea is also producible on a large scale. In the training centre in Terneuzen people are trained for working in the bio-industry. The driving force of the project is professor Wim Soetaert.

Arrival of ‘Ocean King D’ confirms good relations between ports of Ghent and Mykolaiv

kdvle — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Between June 9 and 12, 2012 the ship ‘Ocean King D’ was moored at Euro-Silo in the Sifferdok. The vessel came from the Ukrainian port of Mykolaiv and carried a little over 32,000 tonnes of maize on board, of which 23,000 tonnes were destined for the port of Ghent. Soon, there will be another ship bringing maize from the port of Mykolaiv: the ‘Radonezh’. This illustrates the good trade relations between the ports of Ghent and Mykolaiv and also forms part of the Port Company’s 2010-2020 Strategic plan.

Ghent Port Company again obtains environmental charter

kdvle — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Thursday, June 7 Ghent Port Company again received the “Milieucharter” (environmental charter). In this way, it was once more praised by Voka - Chamber of Commerce East Flanders and the Province of East Flanders for the numerous environmental initiatives it took in 2011. It is already the third time that the Port Company obtains the “Milieucharter”. For 2012 as well, a lot of actions are listed on the programme in the port area and with the Port Company.

Pictures of Tor Freesia as first of three largest DFDS vessels in port of Ghent

kdvle — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On June 6th, 2012 port of Ghent welcomed the DFDS vessel Tor Freesia. This vessel was the first of the three largest DFDS vessels that from now on will be deployed on the successful liner service between Ghent and Sweden. The vessels transport rolling stock between the ports of Ghent and Gothenburg. You can see how this visit went in a photo report.

Ghent Port Company publishes annual report of record year 2011

kdvle — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In 2011, the port of Ghent achieved a new record for the second year in a row. For the first time, the threshold of 50 million tonnes in cargo transhipment was surpassed. With an additional 2 million tonnes in transhipment, Ghent recorded growth of 4.4%, thereby reaffirming its position as a growing export port. Furthermore, it now seems that the diversity of the port of Ghent is a major asset in helping boost transhipment. It goes without saying that this growth benefits both added value and employment. Ghent Port Company's 2011 annual report gives you a view of this record year.

Ghent Port Company continues building up financial reserves

kdvle — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The port of Ghent achieved a total cargo traffic of 50 million tonnes in 2011. In this record year the port registered the same turnover as in the year before. Extra costs however lower the profits, as appears from the 2011 annual accounts. The profit is mainly reserved for the further development of the port area and infrastructure. Ghent Port Company consciously follows a prudent financial policy in order to continue building up its financial reserves.

Heaviest mobile port crane discharged in Ghent port for Stukwerkers

kdvle — Wed, 30 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Friday morning, May 25, 2012 Belgium’s heaviest mobile crane made its entry in port of Ghent. The crane belongs to the Ghent stevedoring company Stukwerkers Havenbedrijf. It was a spectacular operation. In the course of the day, the crane was taken from the pontoon and placed on the quay of the Mercatordok.

Ghent Port Company delighted with use of largest DFDS vessels on Ghent-Gothenburg line

kdvle — Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

From June 4 onwards, the Danish shipping company DFDS is going to deploy its three largest vessels for the transport of rolling stock between the ports of Ghent and Gothenburg. Ghent Port Company is delighted about it, for it continues to dedicate itself to ro/ro activities. Moreover, this confirms the success of the liner service between Ghent and Sweden.

Ghent Port Company builds new visitors centre in the port

kdvle — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Ghent Port Company is constructing a visitors centre in the port. In this new building at the Rigakaai on the border between the city and the present-day port, from spring of 2013 onwards, all organized port visits will start from there. It will be an eye-catching and recognizable construction that will be set up by using sustainable techniques and materials. Tetra, four young architects from Brussels, are responsible for its design. On Tuesday, 17 April 2012 the laying of the foundation stone was celebrated. With this visitors centre, Ghent Port Company wants to play along with the growing interest for Ghent port.

Port of Ghent registers slight decrease for first quarter of 2012

kdvle — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In the first quarter of 2012, Ghent port registered a total cargo traffic of 12 million tonnes. This means a slight decrease as against the same period of last year but Ghent is on the same level as in 2010, the second best year ever.

Season of inland cruises in port of Ghent has started

kdvle — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Port of Ghent expects 200 inland navigation cruises this year. Consequently, 2012 also links up with the large interest for this kind of water tourism. The first ship sails into the port on Friday morning, March 23.

Ghent Port Company elated with historic Flemish-Dutch agreement on financing of new large sea lock

kdvle — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Monday, March 19, 2012 Flemish minister of mobility Hilde Crevits and her Dutch Transport colleague Melanie Schultz van Haegen signed the agreement on the division of the cost price for the realization of the new large and deep sea lock in Terneuzen. Ghent Port Company is extremely pleased with this historic step, thanks to which the maritime access to the port will be improved and the phase of plan making can start. This financing agreement moreover gives companies and potential investors the necessary certainty for the further development of future plans in port of Ghent.

Interactive companies guide on port of Ghent website

vryck — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

From now on, you can find an outline list on port of Ghent's website comprising all companies established in and around the port. This digital guide with alphabetical index lists a total of about 450 port-related companies from various sectors.

Euro-Silo plans new grain terminal at Kluizendok in Ghent port

vryck — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Port of Ghent has a new investor at the Kluizendok. Euro-Silo plans to build a new, third grain terminal there. At full power, this investment will account for an extra storage capacity of 200,000 tonnes. Ghent port herewith reconfirms its international position as Europe’s granary. Ghent Port Company is obviously very pleased with this new investment.

Minister Crevits announces signing of plan study phase for new large sealock at port of Ghent’s New Year reception

vryck — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Ghent Port Company is happy with next step

On Monday March 19, 2012 Flanders and the Netherlands will put their signatures under a next agreement concerning the plan study phase for the new large sealock in Terneuzen. This was declared by Flemish minister of mobility Hilde Crevits (CD&V) on Friday, January 20 at the annual New Year reception port of Ghent. Of course Ghent Port Company is very pleased with this next step for the further development of the port.

Port of Ghent passes the 50 million tonnes mark in new record year

vryck — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

For the second consecutive year, Ghent port registered a new record. At the same time it was a first in the port’s history that the limit of 50 million tonnes of cargo traffic was exceeded. With 2 million tonnes more transhipment Ghent registered a 4.4% growth. Ghent herewith confirms its position as a growing export port. Moreover, it again becomes clear that the diversity of Ghent port is a huge asset in order to obtain more traffic.

Sheep handle ecological management at Kluizendok

vryck — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Alongside the Kluizendok in Ghent port, all winter long hundreds of sheep will be grazing. The sheep will take care of the ecological management of the sites that still have to be further developed. This way, Ghent Port Company and the Flemish Maritime Access Agency together with Natuurpunt want to take care of an ecological management of the sites. A unique operation in the port.

Ghent Port Company plans Port House at the Graslei in the very heart of Ghent

jbres — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Ghent Port Company bought the 'House of the Free Skippers' at the Graslei in the very heart of Ghent. The Port Company will thoroughly restore and renovate the premises and equip it as Port House. By the end of 2014 the Port House will be opened to the public with an exhibition space on the port. The Port House will provide for extra promotion on the port.

Ghent Port Company receives port of Mykolaiv from the Ukraine

jbres — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Monday, 7 November 2011 port of Ghent receives a delegation of the Ukrainian port of Mykolaiv for a three days' visit. As a matter of fact, one year ago, Ghent Port Company concluded a cooperation agreement with this Black Sea port in order to tighten the existing bonds. Indeed, Ghent has been doing business with the Ukraine for years already.

Sadaci inaugurates new roasting furnace

vryck — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday October 26, 2011 Sadaci officially inaugurated the company’s new roasting furnace in port of Ghent. This furnace constitutes the final piece of a modernisation that was started in 2003 when Sadaci was taken over by the Chilean Molymet group. The group is a world leader in the processing of molybdenum concentrates and by-products.

Free tours by boat in the port every month

vryck — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

From November 2011 onwards, Ghent Port Company is organizing free tours by boat in port of Ghent every month. For two hours everyone can experience the port inside the port area from the water. The tour of the port is entirely free of charge. All you have to do is register in advance. For associations and organizations we can even provide made-to-measure tours. With these boat tours the Port Company wants to bring the “Ghent people” to the port so that they can discover it in a unique way.

Port of Ghent keeps on growing - cargo traffic in third quarter of 2011

jbres — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

For the third quarter of 2011, Ghent port registered a cargo traffic of 12.2 million tonnes or 5.4 % more than in the third quarter of 2010. After 9 months this year, the port achieved moreover 5.5 % more transhipment than in 2010. Ghent largely maintains the fervour of the record year 2010 owing to its cargo diversification, according to Ghent Port Company.

Voka East-Flanders and Ghent Port Company will cooperate more closely

jbres — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday, September 28, 2011 Ghent Port Company and Voka - Chamber of Commerce East-Flanders signed a cooperation agreement. To Voka East-Flanders the port of Ghent is the epicentre of the East-Flemish economy and a strengthened synergy between both organizations can contribute to the development and growth of the port and of the entire region.

Electrabel opens biomass power station in port of Ghent

jbres — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Friday September 23, 2011 Electrabel and Ackermans & van Haaren officially took into use the 100% biomass power station in port of Ghent. This power station is a world first.

Port of Ghent nominated for award for best dry bulk port or terminal

jbres — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Port of Ghent figures on the list of nominees for best dry bulk port or terminal of the 2011 IBJ awards. The nominated project comprises the brand-new storage facility of SEA-invest for wood pellets. This confirms Ghent's position as a major bulk port.

Aelterman loads gigantic pile frame onto port pontoon

jbres — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

At the Aelterman metal construction company at the Kluizendok in Ghent port, on August 24, 2011 a pile frame weighing 250 tonnes was loaded onto a pontoon and afterwards shipped to Eemshaven in the North of the Netherlands.

'Natuurpunt' manages more nature at the Moervaart canal

vryck — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Since September 2008, by order of Ghent Port Company, ''Natuurpunt'' has been managing an area along the Old Moervaart arm on the port's right bank in the neighbourhood of Sint-Kruis-Winkel. The area that is 2.1 hectares large was extended by one third at the end of June 2011 up to 2.8 hectares. 'Natuurpunt' will from then onwards manage more nature there.

Ghent port continues to grow in first six months

info@lcpnet.com — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Traffic figures for first half of 2011

In the first half of 2011, Ghent port recorded a total cargo traffic of 25.5 million tonnes. Consequently, with an increase of over 5% as against the same period in 2010 port of Ghent surpasses the record year 2010.

Ghent Port Company enthusiastic about Flemish-Dutch agreement in principle on financing of new large sealock

vryck — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Ghent Port Company is most excited about the agreement in principle that Flanders and the Netherlands concluded on Monday, 4 July for the financing of the new large sealock in Terneuzen. For the Port Company, this is a new step forwards in the realization of the lock and of the port's further development.

Prince Philip visits port of Ghent

jbres — Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

HRH Prince Philip paid a visit to Ghent Port Company and to port of Ghent on Wednesday, May 18. The visit fits within the framework of a series of theme visits by the Prince to Belgian companies and organizations connected with sustainable development and renewable energy.

Bulk vessel carrying biomass GDF SUEZ Ghent for first time in Ghent port

jbres — Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Monday, May 16 the seagoing vessel 'GDF SUEZ Ghent' called at port of Ghent for the very first time. This vessel carried wood pellets from Canada for the Electrabel power plant. This first call links up with the further development in port of Ghent of the biobased economy. It is the first time that a vessel this size is given the name of “Ghent”.

Japanese vessel arrives safely in port of Ghent

jbres — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday April 20, port of Ghent expected a vessel coming from Japan. Measurements by the Federal Agency for Nuclear Control indicated that no increased radioactivity was recorded. Vessel and cargo were found safe and consequently there is no danger for public health.

Port of Ghent remains on same level in first 3 months of 2011

info@lcpnet.com — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In the first quarter of 2011, Ghent port recorded an overall cargo traffic of 12.6 million tonnes. In this way, port of Ghent holds the same steady course as in 2010.

Ghent Port Company delighted with French green light for Seine-Nord canal

jbres — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

After years of discussions on its financing, France gave the green light for the realization of the Seine-Nord canal. The Port Company is elated with this decision. Owing to this, by 2017 larger inland navigation ships will be able to sail from port of Ghent till Paris.

Ghent Port Company invests 80 million euros in port infrastructure

jbres — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In the coming 5 years, Ghent Port Company will further invest in its port infrastructure for a total amount of over 80 million euros. The development and revaluation of the docks, the layout of industrial sites and nature as well as road works are in expectation. Moreover, investments will be made in maintenance, a better maritime service rendering and the reception of visitors.

Smoother navigation to port of Ghent

jbres — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

From March 1 onwards, navigation to port of Ghent will go more smoothly from sea to quay. To that end, the Netherlands and Flanders made clear arrangements.

Assembly of giant portal cranes in port of Ghent

jbres — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Ghent Port Company builds links with Gottwald

Port of Ghent has engaged in a first-ever cooperation with Gottwald. This company assembles the two largest portal harbour cranes it has ever made. Before long they will be shipped to India.

Ghent Port Company greatly pleased with Flemish-Dutch choice for a new larger sealock in Terneuzen

jbres — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

From now on, Flanders and the Netherlands will only negotiate on a new larger sealock in Terneuzen. Ghent Port Company was informed on Wednesday, 12 January 2011 that Flemish minister of Mobility Mrs Hilde Crevits and her Dutch colleague of Transport, Mrs Melanie Schultz van Haegen, agreed to this. The Port Company is extremely pleased with this decision. After all, port of Ghent has been devoting itself for years to a new and larger sealock in Terneuzen in order to be able to adapt itself to the evolution of larger vessels and to further develop the port.

2010 is a record year for port of Ghent

info@lcpnet.com — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In 2010 port of Ghent experienced a growth of almost one third of its total cargo transhipment as against 2009. With a total of 48 million tonnes Ghent leaves the crisis year 2009 far behind. Both the seaborne cargo traffic (+31%) and the inland navigation traffic (+25%) record growth figures that have never been witnessed before. Also the goods exports registered a record and moreover, the diversity of the port shows to be a major trump card for recording more transhipment. With one million tonnes more traffic in 2010 Ghent at the same time also exceeds the record year 2008. Consequently, port of Ghent is one of the fastest growing ports in Western Europe, assumes Ghent Port Company.

German group invests at Kluizendok in Ghent port

jbres — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

At the Kluizendok in Ghent port a new company will be set up for the storage of sulphur. It concerns Duval Terminal Services, which is the fourteenth company to establish itself there.

Ghent Port Company freezes port tariffs for 2011

jbres — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Every vessel that moors in the port has to pay certain tariffs to the Port Company. For 2011, Ghent Port Company keeps these tariffs on the same level as for the year 2010.

Port Company boosts customer-friendliness for inland navigation

jbres — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Until recently, inland navigation shipping companies and bargees received an invoice from Ghent Port Company for each loading or unloading activity. From now on, they will receive one invoice per month for all the activities of the past month. This is much more customer-friendly and efficient, is the opinion of the Port Company and of its biggest clients in inland navigation.

With new Kluizendok and surroundings, port of Ghent has 600 hectares of space available for investments

kdvle — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Kluizendok officially opened

After 14 years, the infrastructure works at the Kluizendok in port of Ghent are now completed. With the Kluizendok and its surrounding industrial sites, port of Ghent has over 600 hectares of space available for investments. Consequently, with this location the port is banking on the future in order to further develop port of Ghent into THE multimodal gateway to Europe. On Friday, November 26, 2010 the Kluizendok was officially opened in the presence of Flemish prime minister Kris Peeters.

Ghent Port Company tightens bonds with Ukraine

jbres — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Port of Ghent has been doing business with the Ukraine for years. In order to have trade increase even further, Ghent Port Company will be working closely with the Ukrainian port of Mykolaiv at the Black Sea.

Sadaci invests with new furnace in port of Ghent

jbres — Sat, 06 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The company Sadaci further extends its existing activities in port of Ghent. With a 14 million Euros investment, it constructs a new furnace for the production of molybdenum, a product for the steel industry. Ghent Port Company is extremely pleased with this important investment by an existing company.

Zinnia anchored at Ghent Port Company

jbres — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

From now on, visitors of Ghent Port Company come across a large anchor at the entrance to the port building. This is the anchor that used to belong to the Zinnia, a former supply ship of the Belgian navy.

Brazilian group strongly invests in port of Ghent

jbres — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

At the new Kluizendok in port of Ghent there will be a new terminal for the storage of liquid bulk such as biodiesel and oils. For this purpose, Ghent Port Company entered into an agreement with a Brazilian company for an investment value of 70 million euros.

Ghent port already on 2009 level

info@lcpnet.com — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On Thursday, October 14, 2010 port of Ghent reached the traffic figures it recorded in 2009 for the entire year: 37.2 million tonnes. With this figure, the port continues its positive drive.

Port of Ghent traffic figures for third quarter of 2010

info@lcpnet.com — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

For the third quarter of 2010, port of Ghent recorded a cargo transhipment of 11.5 million tonnes or 18% more than in the third quarter of 2009. In the first 9 months of this year, the port realized 34% more traffic than in 2009. With this figure, Ghent steadily continues its positive evolution and remains just below the total of the record year 2008.

Ghent Port Company has new commercial director

jbres — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On October 1, 2010 a new commercial director will start working at Ghent Port Company ampc. The 40 years old Dutchman Hendrik-Jan van Engelen will from then onwards look after the commercial interests of port of Ghent.

Port of Ghent is doing well in first six months

info@lcpnet.com — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Traffic figures for first semester of 2010

For the first half year of 2010 port of Ghent recorded a total cargo traffic of 24.1 million tonnes. The positive evolution that was registered at the end of 2009 and the beginning of this year continues steadily.

Ghent is first port to obtain environmental charter

jbres — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Ghent Port Company was happy to receive the 'Milieucharter' (environmental charter) on Monday, June 28, 2010 for the first time. This charter praises the port for the numerous environmental initiatives it realized in 2009. Ghent is at the same time also the first Belgian port to obtain this environmental charter.

Port of Ghent among strongest rising European seaports in first quarter of 2010

vryck — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Port of Ghent figures second in the ranking of all European seaports concerning the increase of seaborne cargo traffic in the first quarter of 2010. This becomes clear from the figures issued by the European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) at its annual conference, which took place on May 27 and 28, 2010 in Helsinki (Finland).

Ghent Port Company builds up Ghent port's future with strategic plan 2020

jbres — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Growing together towards sustained prosperity

By means of its strategic plan 2010-2020 Ghent Port Company continues to build up Ghent port's future. 10 years after its foundation it has the ambition to be ‘more’ of a port. Economic growth is the main thing, just like the realization of a new and larger sealock in Terneuzen. The Port Company plans the growth within the present port area, in cooperation with all those involved and according to the principles of corporate social responsibility. In this matter, it takes up its role as port director in order to further develop the port. Ghent Port Company wants to turn everyone into a supporter of Ghent port so as to grow together towards sustained prosperity. For this purpose, it continues to develop the port into amultimodal logistics platform.

Stora Enso opens high-technological green power station in Ghent

vryck — Mon, 31 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Paper producer Stora Enso Langerbrugge in port of Ghent opened a new power station on Thursday, June 3, 2010 that functions entirely according to the principles of cogeneration. Biomass and secondary fuels are converted into steam in the power station and a bit more than half of the factory's need of electricity is produced there.