#Port Development

[market-insider]

Docks Market: Tracing the Evolution and Uncovering Emerging Opportunities

The global docks market size is expected to reach USD 2.3 billion by 2030, as per a new report by Grand View Research Inc. The market is expected to expand at a CAGR of 3.4% from 2022 to 2030. The rising structure demand as the governing bodies of various economies is conducting redevelopment of waterfronts to maximize their value for both business and community, which is expected to propel market growth. Additionally, the constantly rising global population is indirectly leading to the scarcity of space in the existing urban ports leading to market demand for increasing the space productivity within a port.

One of the Norway-based engineering firms has developed smart application software to reduce the risk of accidents using an IoT platform. The newly developed technology makes use of hi-tech sensors to real-time monitor the operating states of floating docks from virtually anywhere. This newly developed application software shows the water levels across different tanks and other operating parameters for the docks which will increase the market for docks.

The Governmental permits are needed on the size of the dock, type of dock, and the type of natural resources that might get affected such as mangroves, corals, hard bottoms, and seagrass. The prohibitions are enforced on the harmful chemicals used for docks which may disturb the marine ecosystem. Lastly, some other restrictions might be added to control the type of dock being placed on the property. 

The installation of docks is offered directly by the company-appointed contractors or distributors. However, the companies also offer a product suitable for DIY installations. In addition, the manufacturers also offer repair and maintenance services for the docks. The conventional port world is constantly changing, the technological, demographical, and sustainability drivers are affecting the daily business and are shaping several important trends which is also expected to drive the demand for docks market during the forecast period. 

The global temperature rise is expected to make the transpolar passage and the Northern Sea Route could become potential alternatives for maritime freight. The use of the Northern Sea Route for maritime freight between Asia and Northern Europe is expected to reduce the voyage distance when compared with the Suez Canal route. 

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Docks Market Report Highlights

The metal frame segment accounted for a market share of 52.0% in 2021, owing to the increasing demand for aluminum frame docks. Docks with aluminum frame are highly preferred by lakefront home or business owner as it offers strength as well as improve the aesthetic profile of the property where the dock is installed

The commercial application segment dominated the market in 2021 and is estimated to generate revenue of USD 1.1 billion by 2030, owing to the endless commercial applications for floating docks, however, they are commonly used at settings such as waterfront resorts and marinas

The market in North America is anticipated to witness a CAGR of 2.8% from 2022 to 2030 on account of increased users indulging in outdoor recreational activities that incorporate social distancing due to the pandemic. This will enhance the docks market within the region

The U.S. market is projected to witness strong growth over the forecast period and reach a market value of USD 0.68 billion in 2030 on account of the rise in the use of shipping for the movement of products and goods across regions. Additionally, space productivity is expected to lead to waterfront redevelopment activities thus positively influencing the docks market

The docks market is competitive in nature owing to the presence of several players that are primarily consolidated in the Asia Pacific and North America, whereas Europe exhibits a limited presence of established players. The changing lifestyle needs of the population, especially the younger section, towards activities such as adventure sports has also led to the rise in the use of boats and ships. This has also led to an increase in the use of floating docks across the globe 

[wikinley]

Does a USB drive get heavier as you store more files on it?

Nope. Paradoxically (and theoretically), the more you save on a flash drive, the lighter it gets.

USB drives use Flash memory, which means the the ones and zeros of the data are stored on transistors.

When you save data, a binary zero is set by charging the float gate of the transistor, and a binary one is set by removing the charge.

To charge it, we add electrons, and the mass of each electron is 0.00000000000000000000000000091 grams.

This means that an empty USB drive (which mostly holds zeros) weighs more than a full USB drive (which has ones and zeros). Add data, reduce the weight.

[jofiah]

I don't think hardware-exclusive titles should be a thing, really

unless it's like an arcade machine with very specific space requirements and custom hardware

[inyoureyes-415]

January 2025

Location: Port of Oakland, California

[stupidrant]

Since we’re on the topic of video games, im tired of these fucking remakes. Ive said it before but i’ll say it again each time. These companies dont wanna invest in an actually good remaster or port and would rather waste their time with these remakes bcuz “ooh look how shiny and better the graphics look!!1!1!1” often times it has an empty feeling because everything has to be ultra realism super 6000. Its gotten so bad that now regular gamers are starting to gaslight you into playing or enjoying them. So much has been lost artistically, (like the cool UI designs) that it’s now considered “juvenile” and that i need to “grow up” and “accept it” 😂

[andrevasims]

Sims 3 for the original Nintendo DS

Sim customization with sliders for facial features, a dozen personality traits, Wish fulfillment & point reward system, Buy Mode with many TS3 objects plus flavor text, open world navigation & exploration, jobs & skilling, relationships, free will...

tbh I kept trying to use the mouse to move the camera because I forgot I was emulating the DS lol

[vgprintads]

'Earthworm Jim'

[PC] [SOUTH KOREA] [MAGAZINE] [1996]

"In an age when crappy platform games are a dime a dozen, Activision has graciously spoiled us PC gamers by porting yet another top-notch platform scroller. A little less challenging than Pitfall Harry's Mayan Adventure, Earthworm Jim is still on par, with rich graphics and some ingenious pacing. (...)I'm glad Activision decided to port this title to Windows 95. Newcomers to computer games will appreciate how easy it is to get into, while veteran action gamers will appreciate the diversity in the action. Here's hoping the next major port of a console title is as much fun. Hey Nintendo, how about Donkey Kong Country?" ~George Jones, Computer Gaming World (March 1996, #140)

Source: Game Champ, July 1996 (#44) || RetroCDN; Asagoth

[rivalsforlife]

every time I've thought to myself "maybe there will be a new ace attorney game announcement soon" and said it out loud somewhere it doesn't happen. I may be the sole thing protecting the world from aa7 and therefore I will continue making my stupid predictions. grace rivalsforlife's dance of deduction but no one is there to correct me so I am always wrong

[flowering-darkness]

incidentally if anyone would like some FFXIV Clio Facts(TM) then I am very able and eager to provide them considering how much I've been playing that game as of late (and also for the past 18 months)

[nonstandardrepertoire]

regarding the big Finale end-of-life announcement:

an offer without any expectation: i've been using the (free, open source) program LilyPond for all my sheet music engraving for years. i think it is powerful, flexible, and beautiful, but i also know that it has a steep learning curve and runs differently from many other programs. if you're curious about it, i'm always happy to talk about how it works, show you my process, and field any questions that come up for you if you decide to try it out. this is a standing offer; feel free to drop me a line about this at any time if you decide it's something that might be right for you!

[sakitenmaenjoyer]

everyone going "omg a new unit" is so funny. they r going to be so disappointed when it turns out to be 1) prsk pc port or 2) a whole different game vaguely related to prsk

[dr-alex-mr-panda]

From the dock (2022)

[inyoureyes-415]

January 2025

Location: Port of Oakland, California

[portmanteau-webcomic]

Portmanteau Corporation Logo.

First steps towards Portmanteau's development!! We've got a lot of fun things in store and fabulous characters (that we are definitely not hyper-fixating on nope!!)

[fiblertsos]

These are the three main characters for my new game (it's untitled for now)!!

Follow Yuuki in his investigations in a reverse murder mystery, where you team up with a time traveling fox god to stop yourself from committing a sin that seems inevitable!

[aroaceofdiamonds]

So for those of you who haven't seen the news about Unity, they're going to be charging developers a fee of up to $0.20 per installation of the game (this varies by which version of Unity you are using, and isn't implemented until a threshold is met).

This is a huge blow for the indie video game industry.

So many games have been made using Unity. So many.

Cuphead

Beat Saber

Cult of the Lamb

City Skylines

Hell, freaking Pokémon Go is made using Unity.

By charging this fee, a lot of studios are going to suffer. Games are going to be lost. Cult of the Lamb will no longer be for sale as of January. The studios who will remain will be the ones with the money. It's going to be harder for people to get a foot into the development industry.

Fuck you Unity.