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ASCE to Release New Report Detailing Trade Impacts

Sep 12, 2012

ASCE to Release New Report Detailing Trade Impacts of Failing to Invest in America’s Seaports/Inland Waterways. Engineers, International Trade and Ports Experts to Outline Modernization Needs; Opportunities for Job CreationThe nation’s seaports…

Aberdeen Port Study Underway

Sep 12, 2012

Aberdeen Harbor Engages in Study into Potential Port Expansion.Aberdeen Harbour Board has commenced a major feasibility study into the potential expansion of facilities at the port. Continued growth in traffic and cargos, as well as an increase in the size of the vessels has prompted the study…

Logistics Giant Urges US East Coast Labor Settlement

Sep 12, 2012

Lilly & Associates a multinational logistics services company headquartered in Miami, Florida,  joins shipping community in urging port labor resolution.With negotiations between the International Longshoremen’s Association and the United States Maritime Alliance…

Well Abandoment in the Spotlight at ICoTA Event

Sep 11, 2012

Well Abandoment in the Spotlight at ICoTA EventThe challenges facing well abandonment in a mature province will be the focus of the latest lunch and learn session hosted by leading oil and gas industry body ICoTA European Chapter in Aberdeen on Tuesday…

Cargotec Gets Major Order from DPWorld Brisbane

Sep 11, 2012

Cargotec receives an order to deliver 14 Kalmar automatic stackingcranes & 14 Kalmar one-over-one shuttle carriers to DP World Brisbane Pty.The equipment will be taken into use at the Port of Brisbane. DP World Brisbane will also be using Navis Sparcs N4 TOS in their Brisbane terminal expansion…

APM Terminals Invests in Russia

Sep 11, 2012

APM Terminals is entering the Russian market in a strategic partnership with the leading Russian transportation group, N-Trans. By acquiring 37.5 pct. of the public company Global Ports, APM Terminals becomes an equal controlling partner in the leading operator of container terminals in Russia…

Vietnam Port Development Opportunity

Sep 11, 2012

Construction of Van Phong International Transshipment Port has ceased, opening door to investors says economic zone official.The $3.6 billion transshipment port, fully funded by the debt-laden Vietnam National Shipping Lines , or Vinalines…

Mississippi River Drought Mayors to Meet

Sep 11, 2012

20 Mayors to discuss severe weather implications for Mississippi River sustainability & need for regional co-operation.Spurred by the severe drought and Hurricane Isaac, Mayors from towns and cities along the Mississippi River will participate…

Port Management Information System Launched by Transas

Sep 10, 2012

Transas Marine launches its Port Management Information Systems (PMIS), a comprehensive solution for real-time port management.Developed in accordance with the port industry best practice, the Port Management Information System (PMIS) from…

Australian Port Industries Market Research Report

Sep 07, 2012

An updated IBISWorld market research report reveals opportunities for growth in Australian port trades.According to IBISWorld industry analyst Caroline Finch, “IBISWorld forecasts compound annual revenue growth of 2.3% over the five years through 2012-13”…

US East Coast Labor Conciliator Draws Veil

Sep 06, 2012

Statement by FMCS Director George H. Cohen on United States Maritime Alliance & International Longshoremen's Association labor negotiations.' Upon the request of the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS), the parties have agreed…

Barge Terminal Opened in Singapore

Sep 06, 2012

New Marina South Wharves lighter terminal opened in the Port of Singapore.Developed by Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) at a cost of $16 million, MSW will complement the existing lighter terminal at Penjuru. MSW will be particularly…

New US Coast Guard Regs for Vessels Inbound from Most Yemeni Ports

Sep 04, 2012

Due to lack of effective anti-terrorism measures in many Yemeni ports USCG to impose conditions of entry into US waters.The regulations came about following a Coast Guard finding that Yemeni ports do not maintain effective anti-terrorist…

New Abu Dhabi Container Terminal Receives First Ship

Sep 02, 2012

Khalifa Port commences commercial operations on schedule in support of Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030.Khalifa Port formally received its first ship from a commercial customer on target time set in the original 100 steps construction plan…

Port Management IT System Launched by Transas

Aug 31, 2012

Transas Marine launches its Port Management Information Systems (PMIS) solution for the real-time port management.Developed in accordance with the port industry best practice, the Port Management Information System (PMIS) from Transas is…

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Near-Record US Container Imports in April Expected to Snap in May Due to Tariffs

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New IMO Designation for the Mediterranean Sea Helps Bring More Doba Crude to Europe

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Potential Return of Container Ships to Red Sea Following US-Houthi Ceasefire Could Collapse Freight Rates

Liebherr Marks 25 years of RTGs with Enhanced Product Range

Liebherr Marks 25 years of RTGs with Enhanced Product Range

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