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September 27, 2023
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by Iryna Moroz

PIONEERS at Waterborne Days 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS at Waterborne Days 2023 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This year, the Waterborne Days were held in the heart of Europe, Brussels, Belgium, from September 26th to 27th, 2023. Organised through a collaboration between the LASTING consortium and the European Commission, the two-day conference gathered experts from the maritime and inland navigation industries to discuss the state of play of R&I, serving as a great opportunity to shape the future of research and development in the waterborne transport sector, while actively contributing to the Green and Digital transition.   The second day of the conference was focused on roundtable discussions, addressing the most pressing issues impacting the waterborne transport sector, such as: • Europe's role in R&I in global efforts towards emissions reductions • Obstacles and enablers for market uptake in the waterborne transport sector • Building a resilient and competitive waterborne transport sector • R&I's role in facilitating the modal shift to inland waterways   PIONEERS coordinator Inge de Wolf (Port of...

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September 26, 2023
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by Iryna Moroz

PIONEERS “Breaking down the Barriers” workshop

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS "Breaking down the Barriers" workshop [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On September 19 2023, PIONEERS held a workshop at the Antwerp Euroterminal NV (AET), Europe's largest multipurpose terminal. The event brought together several consortium partners and external organizations, including Air Plus Renewables, Aspiravi, Univers, and Atlas Copco, to explore innovative solutions aimed at reducing the carbon footprint in the maritime sector.   The workshop was not merely a brainstorming session; it was a practical effort to identify and address both technological and non-technological barriers that might arise during real-world implementation of the demonstration. Participants worked collaboratively to devise mitigation strategies, ensuring a seamless transition from the planning phase to the demonstration phase.   One of the highlights of this endeavour is the management of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) at AET. These cutting-edge batteries will be overseen by the Univers Energy Management System (EMS), playing a pivotal role in harnessing renewable energy sources and lowering the carbon footprint at...

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September 14, 2023
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by Iryna Moroz

PIONEERS at the International Seminar “MARPOL at 50 – our commitment goes on: Maritime Decarbonisation”

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS at the International Seminar "MARPOL at 50 – our commitment goes on: Maritime Decarbonisation" [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]From 30 to 31 August, the World Maritime University (WMU) hosted an international seminar on the role of green technologies and capacity building in maritime decarbonization, in Malmö, Sweden. The seminar, “MARPOL at 50 – our commitment goes on: Maritime Decarbonization,“ was organized as part of the Horizon Europe SeaEnergy project and aligned with the 2023 World Maritime Day theme “MARPOL at 50 – our commitment goes on.”   The two-day seminar brought together a distinguished gathering of maritime industry leaders, experts, policymakers, and academics, including representatives from the European Commission and the International Maritime Organization. The event served as a forum for dialogue and knowledge exchange, addressing critical aspects of maritime decarbonization, such as green technology adoption, global collaboration, and capacity building.   During the first day, relevant stakeholders shared their perspectives on the role of green technologies and...

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September 13, 2023
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by Iryna Moroz

PIONEERS meets international partners in Antwerp

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS meets international partners in Antwerp [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On Monday, 4th September 2023, PIONEERS coordinator Inge de Wolf from Port of Antwerp-Bruges and Jeffrey Willems from University of Antwerp, had a productive meeting with our PIONEERS international partners the Shanghai Maritime University and the Maritime Technology Cooperation Centre (MTCC) in Antwerp, Belgium.   During the meeting, the partners discussed their work on impact monitoring in ports. The international partners' expertise extends not only to European ports but also to Chinese ports like Ningbo Zhoushan Port, Xiamen Port, and Jiangyin Port.   PIONEERS is looking forward to strengthening the collaboration and learning more about the assessment framework Shanghai Maritime University and MTCC are developing and sharing findings and results.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html]JTNDc3R5bGUlM0UlMEEucW9kZWYtcG9ydGZvbGlvLXRpdGxlJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwRElTUExBWSUzQSUyME5PTkUlMjAlMjFpbXBvcnRhbnQlM0IlMEElN0QlMEEuc21hbGwtc2xpZGVyLnFvZGVmLXBvcnRmb2xpby1zaW5nbGUtaG9sZGVyJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwTUFSR0lOLVRPUCUzQSUyMDEwMFBYJTIwJTIxaW1wb3J0YW50JTNCJTBBJTdEJTBBJTNDJTJGc3R5bGUlM0U=[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

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July 25, 2023
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by Iryna Moroz

PIONEERS at World Conference on Transport Research 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS at World Conference on Transport Research 2023 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The World Conference on Transport Research (WCTR) is a prestigious event organised by the World Conference on Transport Research Society. It has been held every three years for nearly 50 years and covers a broad spectrum of topics within the realm of transport research.   The main goal of the conference is to bring together leading experts from all corners of the world who are passionate about transportation research. The aim is to spark lively discussions and idea-sharing about transport policies and practical applications.   The 2023 edition of WCTR was held from 17 to 21 July in Montréal, Canada. During the event, Jeffrey Willems presented the PIONEERS project highlighting the work being developed in the 19 innovative demonstrations and how they contribute to the increase in sustainability within the port sector. Attendees actively participated in the session, curious to understand more about the project and its vision.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html]JTNDc3R5bGUlM0UlMEEucW9kZWYtcG9ydGZvbGlvLXRpdGxlJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwRElTUExBWSUzQSUyME5PTkUlMjAlMjFpbXBvcnRhbnQlM0IlMEElN0QlMEEuc21hbGwtc2xpZGVyLnFvZGVmLXBvcnRmb2xpby1zaW5nbGUtaG9sZGVyJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwTUFSR0lOLVRPUCUzQSUyMDEwMFBYJTIwJTIxaW1wb3J0YW50JTNCJTBBJTdEJTBBJTNDJTJGc3R5bGUlM0U=[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

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July 10, 2023
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by Iryna Moroz

PIONEERS at Smart City Plaza event on electrification of Mobility and Logistics

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS at Smart City Plaza event on electrification of Mobility and Logistics (SCP on Tour Dag 10, Elektrificatie) [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On 27th June 2023, the 10th Meeting of Smart City Plaza on tour was held at the Industriepark Kleefse Waard (IPKW) in Arnhem, the Netherlands, one of the most sustainable business parks in the region.   Smart City Plaza is an independent platform for governments and companies working on sustainable and smart public space, organising this event primarily for Dutch municipalities. Within the PIONEERS project, one of our partners, Venlo Municipality attended this event.   Peter van Wijlick (Venlo Municipality) presented PIONEERS, with a particular focus on the initiatives taking place in Venlo - the electric green last mile and the corridor of modular docking stations for energy containers project, while also introducing the Antwerp project, battery storage and smart management of green energy in terminal operations.   The meeting included visits to various companies located at IPKW, one...

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July 5, 2023
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by Iryna Moroz

PIONEERS July 2023 Newsletter is out!

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS July 2023 Newsletter is out! [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In the fifth newsletter, you will find a snapshot of our past achievements, upcoming activities and PIONEERS' developments.   From international conferences to technical achievements, make sure you don’t miss any future relevant event and outcome of the project by subscribing to our newsletter here!   We look forward to seeing you in person soon at the upcoming events! Happy reading on behalf of the whole PIONEERS team!   Download the PIONEERS Newsletter #5.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html]JTNDc3R5bGUlM0UlMEEucW9kZWYtcG9ydGZvbGlvLXRpdGxlJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwRElTUExBWSUzQSUyME5PTkUlMjAlMjFpbXBvcnRhbnQlM0IlMEElN0QlMEEuc21hbGwtc2xpZGVyLnFvZGVmLXBvcnRmb2xpby1zaW5nbGUtaG9sZGVyJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwTUFSR0lOLVRPUCUzQSUyMDEwMFBYJTIwJTIxaW1wb3J0YW50JTNCJTBBJTdEJTBBJTNDJTJGc3R5bGUlM0U=[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

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July 4, 2023
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PIONEERS project reports are now available

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS project reports are now available [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]PIONEERS is a highly ambitious project, rethinking all aspects of port operations: from terminal operations, concession agreements, mobility, connectivity and fuels to cooperation models and energy production, storage and use. The project has a five-year timeframe and has started at the end of 2021.   The project’s main goal is to shape a Green Port Masterplan for a harmonised approach of EU ports to emissions reduction and to achieve this, PIONEERS is working hard on concrete projects for sustainable innovation, aiming to strengthen the role of ports as central hubs for GHG-neutral shipping.   Throughout the course of the project, several reports have to be submitted as per the rules of the funding programme, Horizon 2020. If you would like to know how our consortium operates, there are several reports available here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html]JTNDc3R5bGUlM0UlMEEucW9kZWYtcG9ydGZvbGlvLXRpdGxlJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwRElTUExBWSUzQSUyME5PTkUlMjAlMjFpbXBvcnRhbnQlM0IlMEElN0QlMEEuc21hbGwtc2xpZGVyLnFvZGVmLXBvcnRmb2xpby1zaW5nbGUtaG9sZGVyJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwTUFSR0lOLVRPUCUzQSUyMDEwMFBYJTIwJTIxaW1wb3J0YW50JTNCJTBBJTdEJTBBJTNDJTJGc3R5bGUlM0U=[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

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July 3, 2023
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PIONEERS on Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers journal

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS on Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers journal [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What is the aim behind the PIONEERS project?   Valeria Burlando and Eduarda Pascoal, our consortium partners from Magellan, discussed how PIONEERS will contribute to transforming ports into sustainable green hubs by 2050. The article, from the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, deepens how innovative green demonstrations are being developed together with the cooperation strategy with EU sister projects, sharing knowledge and expertise towards the green port of the future.   Download the article here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html]JTNDc3R5bGUlM0UlMEEucW9kZWYtcG9ydGZvbGlvLXRpdGxlJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwRElTUExBWSUzQSUyME5PTkUlMjAlMjFpbXBvcnRhbnQlM0IlMEElN0QlMEEuc21hbGwtc2xpZGVyLnFvZGVmLXBvcnRmb2xpby1zaW5nbGUtaG9sZGVyJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwTUFSR0lOLVRPUCUzQSUyMDEwMFBYJTIwJTIxaW1wb3J0YW50JTNCJTBBJTdEJTBBJTNDJTJGc3R5bGUlM0U=[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

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June 23, 2023
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PIONEERS at IPIC 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS at IPIC 2023 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The International Physical Internet Conference (IPIC) returned for its 9th edition in sunny Athens, Greece, from 13 to 15 June 2023. Organised by ALICE ETP, ICCS and CERTH with the support of the European Commission.   IPIC serves as an open forum for researchers, industry representatives, government officials and citizens to together explore, discuss, and introduce leading-edge concepts, methodologies, recent projects, technological advancements, and start-up initiatives for current and future Physical Internet implementation.   The PIONEERS consortium played an active role in IPIC2023, with several of our partners participating and engaging with the event in various ways. On the first day, 13 June, at session 2C, Chiara Saragani, CENIT (CIMNE), Port of Barcelona, spoke on the topic of "Digital Twin for reducing emissions", focusing on the Port of Barcelona pilot, highlighting the innovative approaches to addressing environmental concerns through digital technology. Simultaneously, session 2B shed light on "The Physical Internet Living...

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This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under Grant Agreement 101037564.