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TNPA to Issue Tender for Berth Deepening Mega project
Transnet National Ports Authority will undertake its mega project to deepen and lengthen berths at Durban Container Terminal (DCT): Pier 2 has reached a key milestoneā¦
EU Leaders Seek More Vessels for Libyan Coastguard
European Union leaders will on Thursday call for more vessels for the Libyan coastguard to help it prevent migrants leaving its shores for Europe, sources said.
CMA CGM Adds New MARMARA EXPRESS Line
CMA CGM upgrades its offer between the Eastern and Western Mediterranean Sea with the new MARMARA EXPRESS line. "We are pleased to announce the new service offerā¦
Transnet Appoints Ngqura Liquid Bulk Terminal Operator
The Port of Ngqura is poised to play a vital role in ensuring the security of South Africaās fuel supply, while creating a new petroleum trading hub for Southernā¦
Suicide Bomb Kills 29 at Somalia's Main Port
A suicide truck bomb hit the entrance of Somalia's biggest port on Sunday, killing at least 29 people, police said, an attack claimed by Islamist al Shabaab militants.
Abidjan Orders 16 Passenger Ferries
As part of a presidential plan to reduce urban congestion and greenhouse gas emissions in the Ivory Coast city of Abidjan, 16 new passenger ferries have been ordered by Société de Transport Lagunaire (STL). Known as the economic capital of the Ivory Coast, Abidjan is located around the 100-km long Ébrié Lagoon on the west coast of Africa and therefore water-based transport holds a vital position in everyday life in the area.
Asia Tankers-VLCC rates to Slip from Eight-Month Highs
Rates gain 10 Worldscale points in a week; but rates in 2017 may be lower than this year -Bancosta. Freight rates for very large crude carriers (VLCCs) may slipā¦
Cabo Verdeās Regional Maritime Security Role Discussed
A recent visit to Cabo Verde November 30 to December 6 by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) provided an opportunity to meet various government agenciesā¦
Guinea Workshop Plays Through Maritime Security Measures
Piracy, armed robbery and border security scenarios are being played out in a table top exercise for officials in Conakry, Guinea (6-8 December). The Internationalā¦
Radio Holland Turns 100
Radio Holland Group (Rotterdam) celebrated its 100th anniversary in the maritime shipping industry. The event took place on board of the historical ship ss Rotterdam, in the port of Rotterdam where Radio Holland also has its headquarters. Paul Smulders, CEO of Radio Holland, welcomed the Mayor of Rotterdam, Ing. A. Aboutaleb and presented the Mayor with the first edition of the book āA century Radio Holland, 1916-2016ā. Paul Smulders, CEO of Radio Holland says: "Radio Holland is 100 years young!
Three Hanjin Ships Auctioned in Rotterdam
Three containerships of the bankrupt Korean shipping firm Hanjin Shipping were sold at an auction in Rotterdam for a total of USD 392 million, according to Dutch media fd.nl and Nieuwsblad Transport.
Morocco: Four Migrants Drown, 34 Rescued
Four African migrants drowned and 34 were rescued after their boat sank in the Mediterranean on Wednesday, Moroccan authorities said. The Mediterranean between Moroccoā¦
ISS Expands Global Business with NORDEN
Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), the worldās leading maritime and logistics service provider, has expanded its global business with Danish tramp shipping companyā¦
GNH to Expand Oerations in Northern UAE
Gulf Navigation Holding (GNH) announces the initiation of studies for large expansion of its operations in the northern region of the United Arab Emirates consistingā¦
IRClass Authorised RO for Oman, Nigeria, Lebanon flags
Indian Register of Shipping (IRClass), has obtained authorisation to act as āRecognised Organisationā (RO), to carry out statutory survey, audit and certification on behalf of Nigeriaā¦
Record Number of Boat Migrants Reach Italy This Year
A record number of migrants have reached Italy by boat from North Africa in 2016, according to official data, as pressure on Italy's shelter and asylum systems grows.
EU to Patrol for Somali Pirates Until end 2018
The European Union's naval mission will keep patrolling for pirates off the coast of Somalia for another two years, to guard against any resurgence of attacks, the bloc said on Monday.
Asia Tankers-VLCC Rates May Hit Multi-Month Highs
VLCC rates last week hit highest since April, May; balanced tonnage supply-cargo demand support rates. Freight rates for very large crude carriers (VLCCs), which rose to multi-month highs last weekā¦
Oversupply Remains - Drewry
The withdrawal of Hanjin tonnage has not been enough to rectify the tradeās supply-demand imbalance and headhaul ship utilisation is lower compared to other major East-West markets.
Enhancing Search and Rescue Services in Western Africa
International Maritime Organization (IMO) is supporting countries in western Africa to enhance their national search and rescue (SAR) services with a regional trainingā¦
Maritime Piracy
Houthi Rockets Wreak Havoc on Middle East Container Shipping
Narco-Submarines: The Hidden Depths of Drug Trafficking
Drug Smuggling on Ships and Submarines: An Escalating Threat
Maersk revises profit forecast upwards due to robust demand and disruptions in the Red Sea.
Global Shipping Carriers Are Feeling the Impact of the War in Ukraine and the Middle East
Maritime Piracy in the Horn of Africa:
Houthis Declare All-Out War on Israeli Shipping, Vowing to Strike Beyond Red Sea
Injustice at Sea: Greek Court Drops Charges in Deadly Migrant Shipwreck
