The Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) in Germany and the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority in Canada have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate across a range of port priorities including decarbonisation, safety and cruise.
The MoU will see the two port authorities increase cooperation across the key areas of maritime decarbonisation; safety; digital practices and new technology; and cruise operations.
Work under the MoU will include assessing readiness to support alternative fuel bunkering, improving safety with new technology like drones, using predictive analytics to optimize operations, data governance and cyber security best practices, and opportunities for sustainable cruise port accreditation.
The two port authorities will also create new opportunities for employees to gain practical experience with the daily challenges and practices at the partner port. Both ports are major gateways for their respective countries.
HPA CEO Jens Meier said: “I am delighted to have signed this agreement with the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority. This further expands our network of partners who want to work with us on the decarbonisation of maritime transport. In addition, Vancouver is a valuable sparring partner for us in the exchange on efficient cruise handling within the city.”
Peter Xotta, President and CEO, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, added: “The Port of Vancouver is key trade hub for Canadians and their businesses, and we are thrilled to partner with the Port of Hamburg on work that will improve operations, sustainability and safety at both ports. We look forward to working in collaboration with our partners in Hamburg to improve efficiency, sustainability and innovation at both ports—in support of Canadians and Germans.”
Image: MoU between Hamburg and Vancouver ports (source: Hamburg Port Authority)
