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Piracy & Armed Robbery: Latest Report

Jan 14, 2013

In the past 7-days the following attacks were noted by the International Chamber of Commerce, Commercial Crimes Services.Balikpapan Anchorage, IndonesiaTwo robbers armed with long knives boarded an anchored bulk carrier via the anchor chain…

Panama Canal Expansion: Lock Valves Arrive

Jan 14, 2013

The Panama Canal Expansion Program passes a milestone with the arrival of first shipment of valves for the third set of locks.The valves were built in South Korea by Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries.“This marks a new milestone for the Panama Canal expansion works…

US DoD Extends Austal Chartering Contract

Jan 14, 2013

The Dept of Defense exercise a 6-month option period for worldwide charter of a US-flagged passenger/cargo ferry.The vessel will support the Marine Corps, Third Marine Expeditionary Force, and will operate out of Okinawa, Japan. US Department…

Hybrid-powered Container Reach Stacker for UK Market

Jan 14, 2013

The world's first hybrid reach stacker, developed by Konecranes, is soon to be available in the UK through Cooper SH.With a 45 tonne lifting capacity, the new SMV 4531 TB5 HLT features a hybrid diesel/electric driveline, an electrified hydraulic lifting system…

Norway's Scana Energy Call on Consultants

Jan 14, 2013

Scana Industries ASA engage consultants to evaluate strategies for Scana Energy's further growth and international development.Scana Industries ASA has engaged Bridgehead AS and its Swedish partner Avantus Corporate Finance AB, to assist…

Steam Turbines: MHI in J/V with Chinese Company

Jan 14, 2013

MHI to establish small/medium-size steam turbine & marine-use steam turbine marketing & design business with Qingdao Jieneng Steam Turbine Group.Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) has signed an agreement with Qingdao Jieneng Steam Turbine Group Co…

Kirby to Announce 4Q Results on 30 January

Jan 14, 2013

Kirby Corporation To Announce 2012 Fourth Quarter And Year Results On January 30, 2013, With Conference Call On January 31, 2013. Kirby Corporation ('Kirby') (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2012 fourth quarter and year results at 5:00 p.m. central time on Wednesday…

COA Appoints STX Panocean's Kwon to BoD

Jan 14, 2013

The Container Owners Association – the international organization representing container shipping lines and container leasing companies worldwide – has appointed Mr O I Kwon, Senior Vice President – Container Business Management Division, STX Panocean Co Ltd…

New Director of Sales Joins UMSI

Jan 14, 2013

Unlimited Marine Services, Inc. (UMSI), a full service marine technology company continues to expand with the recruitment of Scott MacDonald as Director of Sales.   Scott MacDonald will be running the Sales Department, responsible for business development for the megayacht division…

Great Lakes Shipyard Appoints Three Managers

Jan 14, 2013

Great Lakes Shipyard recently appointed three management positions because of continued Shipyard expansion.Paul W. Deterding has been appointed as Vice President & General Manager.  Formerly the General Manager at Donjon Shipbuilding and Repair Inc…

ICS Updates Flag State Performance Table

Jan 14, 2013

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has launched its latest ‘Shipping Industry Flag State Performance Table’ which can be downloaded from the homepage of the ICS website.ICS Director External Relations, Simon Bennett explained: “Our…

Braemar Adjusting Appoints Grant Smith

Jan 14, 2013

The Board of Braemar Adjusting is delighted to announce the appointment of Grant Smith as Group Managing Director of the company with immediate effect.His appointment is an important stage in the streamlining of the business and will enable…

Fishing Vessel, Engineer Guilty of Environmental Crime

Jan 14, 2013

New Zealand Fishing Company and Chief Engineer Sentenced for Environmental Crimes and Obstruction of Justice. A New Zealand fishing company that owned and operated the tuna fishing vessel San Nikunau, and a former chief engineer on the ship…

Overseas Reymar Cleared to Sail; Investigation Continues

Jan 14, 2013

Overseas Reymar cleared to sail; Coast Guard Calls on Harbor Safety Committee to review Critical Maneuvering Areas; investigation continues. The U.S. Coast Guard has completed interviews, evidence collection, and a thorough safety inspection…

Tidewater Takes Over STX Pan Ocean PSV Newbuild Contracts

Jan 14, 2013

STX OSV Holdings Limited say Tidewater Inc. has acquired contracts for 3 Platform Supply Vessels (PSVs) under construction at STX OSV in Norway. STX OSV had originally secured the contracts for the design and construction of three vessels for STX Pan Ocean Co…

Logistics News

Global Grain Shipments Fall as Black Sea Attacks Escalate

Global Grain Shipments Fall as Black Sea Attacks Escalate

Maersk Expands Trade and Tariff Platform

Maersk Expands Trade and Tariff Platform

Brazil Port Terminals Call for Dredging Amidst El Niño Threat

Brazil Port Terminals Call for Dredging Amidst El Niño Threat

Transportation Secretary, Port of Corpus Christi to Explore Nuclear Maritime Technologies

Transportation Secretary, Port of Corpus Christi to Explore Nuclear Maritime Technologies

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El Nino threatens to revive shipping concerns, prompting Brazil's port terminals to call for the dredging of Tapajos River
The Black Sea grain trade between Russia and Ukraine has virtually ceased
Police say that at least 23 people have died in a collision between a bus and a truck in Parana, Brazil.