China exports boost HK port trade HUTCHISON Whampoa, PSA International and other operators at Hong Kong's port handled more containers for the seventh straight month in August, boosted by China's record exports.
Support for canal expansion grows in Panama PANAMANIAN President Martin Torrijos said on Saturday he is confident a proposed US$5.3 billion expansion of the Panama Canal will be approved in an upcoming referendum.
Indon shipping companies to expand fleet INDONESIAN shipping companies plan to buy as many as 15 vessels, each valued at US$27 million, to meet an expected rise in demand to transport coal in 2009, the Indonesian National Shipowners Association said.
First round to Royal Caribbean in Mermaid pod damages battle ROYAL Caribbean has won a significant legal victory in the US concerning its Mermaid pod battle against Rolls-Royce, with its total claim for damages now exceeding $500m as a Florida state court denied a defence motion to send the dispute for arbitration in Europe.
Pielstick agrees p 10m settlement and repairs for NEL ferry breakdowns FRENCH engine manufacturer SEMT Pielstick has agreed a compensation package with Maritime Company of Lesvos, or NEL Lines, a Greek ferry operator whose fleet of Corsaire fast ferries has been plagued with breakdowns.
Brussels plans Erika 4 with human touch THE European Commission is understood to be preparing a new package of legislation addressing the 'human element' of the maritime industries.
Senate unanimous as port security Bill is approved THE US Senate has passed unanimously a new port security Bill although Republicans had earlier voted down 61-37 a Democratic proposal for 100% inspection of inbound containers within four years, writes Rajesh Joshi.
Naviera del Odiel 'not for sale' MADRID 15 September ' Naviera del Odiel, the Spanish ship owner and container terminal operator, has denied the company is to be sold to Chile-based Compañía Chilena de Navegación Interoceánica
Transmares likes look of Guayaquil TRANSMARES, the Chilean cabotage and coastal operator, is keen to open a new service linking Chile with Guayaquil in Ecuador
Barber blocked from agency switch A Philippines court has blocked Barber Ship Management from terminating a manning agency agreement with NFD International and transferring its business to a new agency
Royal Caribbean heads for Asia ROYAL Caribbean Cruises Ltd is sending its 90,000-gt Rhapsody of the Seas to Asia in December 2007 to continue its push into new markets
Scottish subsidies under threat EU auditors are reviewing payments made to Scotland's Highland and Islands, and may demand the return of up to '20M ($37.5M)
EMSA 'shows EC safety concern' EC president José Manuel Barroso said yesterday the European Maritime Safety Agency showed the EU takes safety at sea and preservation of the marine environment seriously
Port issues block India growth: APL exec India growth constrained unless it upgrades its marine facilities and address high port and inland costs, liner warns.
US Senate passes port security bill The US Senate has passed the HR4954 port security bill, which must be merged with a House of Representatives bill, but whose 'green-lane' provisions for shippers were welcomed by retailers.
Chennai trailer drivers' action stalls terminal box movements A strike by over 3,000 trailer operators at Chennai Container Terminal has stranded over 7,000 containers that cannot be moved to freight stations located on the outskirts of the metropolis.
HPH Manta investment opens feeder opportunities at rival Guayaquil
Kuehne favours coalition anti-DB counter bid, in renewed HHLA furore
Four carriers to launch joint Asia-Australia loop
JP Morgan: Shanghai lifts CMHI to best Chinese port stock
More delays for Mumbai offshore terminal
Interested parties do battle by media for Russian terminal operator
Hatta defends liberalisation of Indonesian stevedoring
Viking Line improves its result During the period November 1, 2005 to July 31, 2006, the consolidated sales of the Viking Line Group increased by ...
Captain to stay at least 30 days in US jail Captain Villy Larsen from the coaster "Danica White" is expected to get out of jail within 30 days, according to ...
Wallenius and Wärtsilä ni environment co-operation Until the end of 2008, Wärtsilä will install its WetPac Humidification System on 40 auxiliary engines on 17 vessels in ...
Malta: Competitive edge at risk With the accession of Malta to the EU, the tiny nation's bunker industry is concerned it will lose its competitive edge in the yacht fuelling business.
Chemoil: Prospectus amendments detail global expansion plans Amended prospectus names several locations for Chemoil expansion through acquisitions, joint ventures and new developments.
Singapore's maritime community seeks better control on bunker alerts Singapore continues to grapple with the question of when bunker alerts are appropriate, sample validity raised again.
Shipowner denies spill accusations Shipowner astonished at reports of blame over discharge of fuel oil contaminated ballast water.
Singapore: Underground oil storage caverns gain momentum JTC Corp is calling a tender to pre-qualify contractors for the basic design and construction management of underground storage facility.
Tight prompt supply in Rotterdam due to barge delays
Inquiry blames oil company for fuel oil spill Petron denies overloading, says facts will bear it out.
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