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HL Green received a special greeting when it arrived on its maiden voyage to Port Hedland on Wednesday 6 January.
HL Green was the first LNG-fuelled vessel to berth at the Port of Port Hedland, as the maritime industry moves to reduce emissions from shipping operations.
HL Green is one of two 180 000 t bulk carriers that was built in Korea and launched on 11 December 2020. The vessel is expected to make about 10 round trips a year between Korea and Australia.
The HL Green is distinguished from other bulk carriers in the port by the two LNG fuel tanks at the stern. The tanks each have a storage capacity of 1600 m
Preferred tenderer announced for Spoilbank Marina works January 13, 2021, by Eldin Ganic
Major works on the McGowan Government’s Spoilbank Marina project will kick off as soon as next month after MGN Civil Pty Ltd was today unveiled as the preferred tenderer for the bulk earthworks package.
The commencement of Stage 2 works is a significant milestone in the delivery of the McGowan Government’s $121.5 million Spoilbank Marina, as it means breaking ground for the first time within the marina site.
The $10 million package of bulk earthworks includes construction of the marina basin footprint, the installation of site perimeter fencing and establishing ground levels.
Shipping industry baulks at extra fees at Port Hedland for iron ore â Australia s most important export
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The WA Government will charge a $13,450 levy per shipload of iron ore to fund Port Hedland s voluntary buyback of dust-affected properties.
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Ship operators who carry Australia s lucrative iron ore exports from Western Australia s Pilbara region have baulked at new charges aimed at solving nearby dust pollution problems.
Key points:
Shipping Australia has slammed new iron ore export charges as breathtakingly outrageous
The Pilbara Ports Authority is imposing a $13,450 fee on each major iron ore export to help fund a buyback of dust-affected homes in Port Hedland
The bulk carrier HL Green received a special greeting when it arrived on its maiden voyage to Port Hedland on Wednesday 6 January. HL Green was the first LNG-fuelled vessel to berth at the Port of Port Hedland, as the maritime industry moves to reduce emissions from shipping operations. HL Green is one of two .