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Smart port Paragraphs Title Overview Heading type H4 Text Smart technologies NxtPort Open innovation platform Text alignment Right Background color Pink Media POAB Campagne_Fluxys_Zeebrugge_ 2022_bewerkt_HR Size Small ID technologies Text items Title Smart technologies Heading type H2 Text Smart technologies are proving their worth at the port. Port of Antwerp-Bruges is intensively testing a ‘digital twin’ of the port, sensors, autonomous drones and smart cameras for inspection or oil spill detection. By applying these innovations, we are able to permanently detect what is going on in the port . Background color Transparent ID technologies Title Digital twin Heading type H3 Text The digital twin is a digital copy of the port area with real-time information : which ships are in which locks and docks? Are all the life preservers hanging in their closets? How much energy are our wind turbines producing?    The Advanced Port Information & Control Assistant (APICA) is the brain of the application. A 3D interface with real-time information is the face of the application. Media FILM_Digital_Twin_APICA_2022_Eng_ondertiteling Heading type H6 Text This technology supports port employees in doing their jobs more efficiently and pleasantly. As a result, they can monitor moorings more accurately, detect incidents more quickly, etc. This all benefits safety and smooth traffic flow in the port. ID drones Title Drones Heading type H3 Text To make the large and complex port area even safer, more efficient and smarter, we are working with various partners to build a network of autonomous drones .   These drones serve to inspect infrastructure, along with surveillance and monitoring, berth management and oil spill or floating waste detection. In addition, they support security partners in case of incidents and fires. Text alignment Left Background color Transparent Media FILM_Drones_in_de_haven_EN_2022 ID 5g Title 5G network Heading type H3 Text In the future, 5G will form an important link in Port of Antwerp-Bruges' digital nervous system. For example, to send and process images and data from drones and cameras in real-time.   In Antwerp , together with the City of Antwerp, the Antwerp police service and Antwerp fire service , we are working to build a private 5G network to increase the speed, reliability and security of their digital applications.   In Zeebrugge we have rolled out a private 5G network, together with Citymesh and Nokia .   ID sensoren Title Smart sensors Heading type H3 Text Using various different sensors, we strive to control the port remotely and make it smarter. We use sensors to monitor water quality in the docks and extend the service life of asphalt. 3D-sonar sensors , in turn, make unmanned navigation possible. Finally, iNoses identify harmful gases at the port. Text alignment Left Background color Transparent Media Villari_sensoren_2021 1 Title Smart cameras Heading type H3 Text In Antwerp, 460 cameras keep an eye on the port. These smart cameras can recognise objects such as ships thanks to artificial intelligence . They also support us with incident and berth management. Moreover, we can share these images with security services. Media FILM_netwerksensoren_ENG_2023 Heading type H6 Text In Zeebrugge , 700 smart cameras have made their entrance at the port. Thanks to artificial intelligence  these digital tools can quickly and easily detect individuals and problems in the traffic network. A state-of-the-art Central Security Control Room then alerts the operator when an unwelcome visitor enters the port area.   In addition to the usual cameras, smart fencing in the port area also keeps intruders at bay. Text Port of Antwerp-Bruges is aiming to build a digital nervous system to fully manage the port remotely. By working with innovative partners and opening up the port as an innovation platform, we are making our port smarter, safer and more efficient. Author Jacques Vandermeiren Sub text CEO Port of Antwerp-Bruges Media Jacques_Vandermeiren_2021 1 Size Small ID nxtport Title NxtPort Heading type H3 Text All the players in the logistics chain have information that they exchange with each other. NxtPort , a subsidiary of Port of Antwerp-Bruges, makes sharing data easier and more transparent. That way, all the players in the logistics chain get the right information at the right time. Media FILM_NxtPort_Corporate_video_2019 Heading type H6 Text The Bulkchain application ensures that the administrative processes in the breakbulk sector run faster and more smoothly, while Certified Pick up (CPu) offers a digital, secure and integrated solution for the release of containers .  Size Small ID innovation Title Open innovation platform Heading type H2 Text The port is an open platform for research and development . By bringing people and ideas together, we are shaping the port of the future.   Along with startups, scale-ups, accelerators, investment funds, government and knowledge institutions, Port of Antwerp-Bruges is creating a strong ecosystem that supports and accelerates innovation . Innovating together , we are opening up the port area as a testing ground where ideas and projects can be safely tested in a real industrial environment. Text items Title The Beacon Heading type H3 Text Port of Antwerp-Bruges has a permanent place in The Beacon , a hotspot where technology providers in Internet of Things and Artificial Intelligence, top researchers, startups and scale-ups collaborate on innovative and sustainable solutions . Title Plug & Play Maritime Heading type H3 Text Plug & Play Maritime  puts international start-ups in contact with the City of Antwerp, CMB, DXC Technology, Euronav and Port of Antwerp-Bruges. The aim? To test new technologies and drive the future of the maritime sector through world-class development and innovation. Background color Transparent Size Small Title You might also find this interesting Related content Mobile port Subsidized projects Sustainability and SDGs Applications Background color Blue Center items Off Teaser title Smart port Teaser text A smart port is one that brings together economy, climate and people. Smart technologies and digitisation play a key role in a smart port. Introduction A smart port is one that brings together economy, climate and people. Smart technologies and digitisation play a key role in a smart port. We have opened up our port as an innovation platform for these new technologies and are working with public and private players to create the port of the future. Teaser image Title Cargo Exclude from search Off Tags Sustainability & Innovation Antwerp Zeebrugge Technology Enable social sharing Off Publication date Fri, 15/10/2021 - 12:50

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Port regulations and bylaws Paragraphs Text items Title In Antwerp Heading type H3 Text Concessions Maritime shipping Inland navigation Towage Restaurants and cafes Events Dry docks Water-bound oil spills Brabo floating derrick crane Use of land in the port area Use of quays Port traffic regulations Title In Zeebrugge Heading type H3 Text Maritime shipping Safety rules Bunkering Underwater cleaning Geozone / drones Codex dangerous goods Background color Transparent Title General port regulation Heading type H2 Text All persons entering the port area must comply with the regulations of the port police regulation. Among other things, these rules pertain to:   order and safety, and environmental protection shipping storage and handling of bulk goods public port services and other port services penalties   A number of provisions of the port police regulation are detailed or practically elaborated in the Port Instructions.   order and safety and environmental protection: ISPS, emergency service access, boat trips, fishing shipping: VHF radio requirement, priority rules, moorings, locks, diving tasks, shore power facilities, waste collection, fumigation storage and handling of goods: dangerous and polluting goods, class 7 goods, used vehicles public port services and other port services: pilots, towage, bunkering Attachment items Title The general port police regulations Media Title The general port police regulations Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. 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Button label Download Title Towage regulation 2017 Media Title Towage regulation Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. Button label Download ID antwerpen-horeca Title Restaurants and cafes Attachment items Title Tariff regulations for catering activities (food and drink outlets) 2024 Media Title Tariff regulations for catering activities (food and drink outlets) 2025 Description Applicable for the Antwerp port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download Title Tariff regulations for catering activities 2024 Media Title Tariff regulations for catering activities 2024 Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download ID antwerpen-evenementen Title Events Attachment items Title Tariff regulations for events 2023 Media Title Tariff regulations for events 2023 Description Applicable in the sea port area of Antwerp. (Only in Dutch) Button label Download ID antwerpen-droogdokken Title Dry docks Attachment items Title Tariff regulations for the use of dry docks 2024 Media Title Tariff regulations for the use of dry docks 2024 Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download ID antwerpen-olie Title Water-bound oil spills Attachment items Title Tariff regulations for water-bound oil spills - 2021 Media Title Tariff regulations for water-bound oil spills - 2021 Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download ID antwerpen-brabo Title Brabo floating derrick crane Attachment items Title Tariff regulations for the use of floating derrick crane Brabo 2024 Media Title Tariff regulations for the use of floating derrick crane Brabo 2024 Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. Button label Download ID antwerpen-gronden Title Use of land in the port area Attachment items Title Regulation on the use of land in the port area 2024 Media Title Regulation on the use of land in the port area 2025 Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download ID antwerpen-kaaien Title Use of quays Attachment items Title Regulations on the use of quays and sheds in the port area 2024 Media Title Regulations on the use of quays and sheds in the port area 2025 Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download ID antwerpen-havenverkeersverordening Title Port traffic regulations Heading type H2 Text Specialised port vehicles such as straddle carriers typically operate on private land. Do you plan to drive one of these port vehicles on public roads? Then the vehicle must comply with the port traffic regulation. This regulation is a supplement to the highway code. Button Port traffic regulations Text alignment Right Background color Pink Media Antwerp_Gateway_DP_World_2019 (9) ID zeebrugge-zeevaart Title Maritime shipping Attachment items Title Information brochure from the Harbour Master's Office Media Title Information brochure from the Harbour Master's Office Description Applicable to the Bruges port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download Title Tariff regulation on sea-going vessels 2024 Media Title Tariff regulations for sea-going vessels 2024 Description Applicable to the Bruges port area. Button label Download ID zeebrugge-veiligheidsvoorschriften Title Safety rules Attachment items Title General safety requirements at terminals, quays, jetties, landing bridges, pontoons and other port infrastructure Media Title General safety requirements at terminals, quays, jetties, landing bridges, pontoons and other port infrastructure Description Applicable to the Bruges port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download ID zeebrugge-bunkeren Title Bunkering Attachment items Title Bunkering regulations Media Title Bunkering regulations Description Applicable to the Bruges port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download ID zeebrugge-onderwaterreiniging Title Underwater cleaning Attachment items Title Underwater cleaning regulations Media Title Underwater cleaning regulations Description Applicable to the Bruges port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download ID zeebrugge-geozone Title Geozone and drones Attachment items Title Regulations for Geographic UAS Zone - Geozone Media Title Regulations geographic UAS zone - Zeebrugge Description These regulations apply to the port area of Zeerbugge. Only available in Dutch. Button label Download Title Drone portal Media Title Manual drone portal Zeerbugge Description Manuel for the drone portal idronect for drone flights in the port area of Zeebrugge? Button label Download ID Zeebrugge-gevaarlijkgoed Title Codex dangerous goods Attachment items Title Codex dangerous goods Media Title Codex voor gevaarlijke goederen Zeebrugge Description Codex for handling dangerous goods in Zeebrugge. (Only in Dutch) Button label Download Title Contact our experts Body Any Questions? Don't hesitate to contact us. Contact items Harbour Master's Office Antwerp (HMO) Function Harbour Master Service Phone +32 3 229 71 00 Email address harbourmastersoffice@portofantwerpbruges.com Enable social sharing Off Override button label On Button label Mail HMO Antwerp Harbour Master's Office Zeebrugge (HMO) Function Harbour Master Service Phone +32 50 54 32 40 Email address hkd.zeebrugge@portofantwerpbruges.com Enable social sharing Off Override button label On Button label Mail HMO Zeebrugge Port Authority Supervisors (PAS) Avatar Function Enforcement department Port of Antwerp-Bruges Phone +32 3 229 67 33 Email address pas@portofantwerpbruges.com Enable social sharing Off Override button label On Button label Mail PAS Port Dues Avatar Function Port Dues Port of Antwerp-Bruges Phone + 32 3 229 70 77 Email address portdues@portofantwerpbruges.com Enable social sharing Off Override button label On Button label Mail Port Dues Title You might also find this interesting Related content Harbour Master's Office Regulations for dangerous goods Port Traffic Regulation Antwerp Request authorisations Background color Blue Center items Off Teaser title Port regulations and bylaws Teaser text International, European, national and local laws apply in the Port of Antwerp-Bruges port area. Introduction International, European, national and local laws apply in the Port of Antwerp-Bruges port area. The Harbour Master's Office in Antwerp and Zeebrugge issues general harbour regulations, the Port Police Regulation, for its jurisdiction. This port regulation lays down provisions concerning the environment, traffic and safety. There are also a number of specific regulations and directives, for example on tariffs. Teaser image Title Havenreglement Exclude from search Off Tags Maritime & Nautical Port operations Harbour Master's Office Antwerp Zeebrugge Enable social sharing Off Publication date Fr

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In addition, a number of chemical and refining processes in our port also produce hydrogen as a useful by-product. This type is also known white hydrogen. Text alignment Left Background color Transparent Media ICOON_Waterstof_Rood.ai Text items Titel Grijze waterstof Heading type H4 Tekst Grijze waterstof maak je met fossiele brandstoffen . Tijdens de productie komt er CO₂ vrij in de atmosfeer. Titel Blauwe waterstof Heading type H4 Tekst Blauwe waterstof produceer je ook met fossiele brandstoffen . Je vangt wel de vrijgekomen CO₂ af zodat deze niet in de atmosfeer terechtkomt. Die CO₂ hergebruik je in andere toepassingen of sla je op. Dit is een belangrijke opstap richting groene waterstof. Titel Groene waterstof Heading type H4 Tekst Groene waterstof maak je met elektrolyse : je zet water onder stroom zodat het opsplitst in waterstof- en zuurstofgas. Als je die elektriciteit uit hernieuwbare energiebronnen haalt, komt er geen CO₂ vrij. Heading type H2 Text A great deal of energy is needed to separate hydrogen from larger molecules. This energy is released once more when the hydrogen gas reconnects with other atoms. This is what makes hydrogen is an  energy carrier . Despite of its energy intensive production, hydrogen has many advantages: it causes no emissions when burned and its production can be completely green.   Hydrogen has several applications and can be used: to  store surplus energy . as an  alternative energy source  in industry. as  fuel  in the transport sector. Hydrogen can be used in an internal combustion engine without emitting any pollutants. as  feedstock in the chemical industry. Text alignment Right Background color Pink Media Fluxys_Zeebrugge_ 2022 (5) ID energy-transition Titel Essential role in the energy transition Heading type H2 Tekst Port of Antwerp-Bruges is a major energy hub  today. A great many companies at the port are closely involved in the production, processing and distribution of energy to and from various European and global markets. Unfortunately, this also releases greenhouse gases. Today, CO 2 emissions from the entire port area amount to around 17 million tons.   Port of Antwerp-Bruges wants to be climate neutral by 2050 . This is why it is necessary to switch to green energy and raw materials. Media FILM_Waterstof_stromenmodel_EN_2023 Attachment items Media Title Green energy hub Beschrijving From import and production to European offtake. Discover how Port of Antwerp-Bruges is the ideal energy hub for hydrogen and hydrogen carriers. Button label Download ID hydrogen-economy Titel How do we build a hydrogen economy? Heading type H2 Tekst Port of Antwerp-Bruges plays a major role in the local and international hydrogen economy or hydrogen chain by focusing on three pillars:   Production and import Infrastructure and distribution Local hydrogen consumption and transport to hinterland end-users Media FILM_Waterstof_roadmap_EN_2023 Attachment items Media Title Hydrogen roadmap Beschrijving Hydrogen roadmap 2030, a clear overview of all actions taken now and in the future to become your sustainable business platform for today and tomorrow. Button label Download ID production Titel 1. Production and importing Heading type H3 Titel 1.1 Local production with renewable energy Heading type H4 Tekst We get  green energy  from electricity we generate ourselves sustainably , through  solar panels and wind farms  at sea and on land. We are working on the  local production   of hydrogen  and derivatives. This is how we are testing new technologies and have the first significant green hydrogen streams available. Title HyoffWind Heading type H5 Text This Bruges-based consortium will build a plant that converts renewable energy into green hydrogen by 2025. The plant will convert electricity from partners Parkwind and Eoly Energy into green hydrogen gas for the natural gas grid, industrial users at home & abroad and for balancing Elia's electricity grid. Text alignment Left Background color Transparent Media Hyoffwind_waterstoffabriek_2022 (1) Titel Plug Heading type H5 Tekst A hydrogen plant in NextGen District in Antwerp that will produce green hydrogen by 2025. By combining locally produced solar and wind energy and purchased green electricity, they can produce 12,500 tonnes of liquid and gaseous green hydrogen per year for the European market. Titel 1.2 Local blue production Heading type H4 Tekst Antwerp@C aims to capture, liquefy and store CO₂ intermediately (Carbon Capture & Storage, CCS) by 2030 and then ship it to underground storage. Blue hydrogen is produced from natural gas with the emitted CO₂ captured and stored underground. Work is underway with the A@C consortium to develop the necessary CO₂ infrastructure to make this possible. Titel 1.3 Importing energy and hydrogen Heading type H4 Tekst There is not enough wind or solar energy in Belgium and Western Europe. This means we need to import renewable energy from regions where sun and wind are available in large quantities.   We are therefore committed to the global  supply or  importing of hydrogen and its carriers   from   countries such as Chile, Oman, Namibia, USA, Canada, Egypt or Brazil. There is a surplus of green electicity from solar and wind energy there. The  global spread  of these regions ensures that Belgium and Europe are  less dependent  on a small number of countries for their energy supplies. We expect the first imports of hydrogen in 2026.   The Hydrogen Import Coalition , comprising leading players such as DEME , Engie , Exmar , Fluxys , Port of Antwerp-Bruges and WaterstofNet , recently presented a detailed roadmap for hydrogen import in Belgium. This ambitious strategic vision provides insight into possible future scenarios and the associated infrastructure development. Media Port of Antwerp-Bruges as lever for a global hydrogen supply chain_UNI_2022 07 Title How do you import energy? Heading type H5 Text You can import energy in the form of hydrogen bound to another molecule. Port of Antwerp-Bruges is committed to importing large volumes of sustainable hydrogen (carriers) , such as liquid hydrogen, methanol, ammonia, synthetic methane and Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carrier. The latter substance is a pure transport molecule for hydrogen . At the port, we convert these substances back into pure hydrogen that we can use as a raw material or fuel. Text alignment Right Background color Pink Media FOTO_Waterstofcoalitie_Exmar_2020 ID infrastructure Title 2. Infrastructure and distribution Heading type H3 Text Port of Antwerp-Bruges has the necessary infrastructure  for receiving and further distributing hydrogen. This includes quays, terminals and  pipelines . We are developing new infrastructure and increasing capacity. Text alignment Left Background color Transparent Media Pijpleiding_Borealis_2020 (13) Text items Titel Hydrogen network Heading type H4 Tekst There is a private hydrogen network operated by Air Liquide in the port area of Antwerp. Fluxys is working on an open-access hydrogen pipeline connecting Antwerp and Zeebrugge with the German hinterland. Any company can connect to an open-access pipeline. Titel Reception terminals Heading type H4 Tekst Port of Antwerp-Bruges already has the necessary infrastructure for receiving various hydrogen carriers such as methanol, ammonia and methane today. We are continuing to build these up for storing larger volumes . For example, Fluxys and Advario are planning to build an open-access import terminal for green ammonia by 2027 . Background color Transparent Heading type H2 Tekst Industry uses both the hydrogen carriers and the hydrogen gas stored in them. Port of Antwerp-Bruges is working on plants that extract hydrogen from hydrogen carriers. ID production Titel 3. Local hydrogen consumption and transport to hinterland end-users Heading type H3 Tekst Both industry and transport at the port already consume hydrogen, ammonia and methanol today. For example, the chemical industry uses hydrogen in large quantities in the refining or production of chemicals. The market for green hydrogen and derivatives is growing rapidly: for reuse as a raw material , in heat production and heavy transport . Text items Titel NextGen District Heading type H4 Tekst In NextGen District , a great many companies will be experimenting with new hydrogen-based technologies. Titel Own fleet Heading type H4 Tekst We are also experimenting with hydrogen, methanol and electricity as environmentally friendly fuels for Port of Antwerp-Bruges' own fleet. The Hydrotug cruises around Antwerp and is the first tug powered by this alternative fuel. Background color Transparent Title Alternative fuel Heading type H4 Text As the fifth-largest bunkering port in the world , we offer alternative fuels for shipping in addition to conventional fuels. Again, hydrogen is a good alternative here.   At CMB's petrol station in Antwerp , ships, trucks, cars and tractors can fill up with hydrogen.  Through the PIONEERS project , we are testing port equipment that runs on hydrogen. Along with Port 