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Aussie program to create supply-chain talent pipeline
A NEW project in Victoria is aiming to build a supply-chain recruitment pipeline for women and young people. Deakin University researchers are working with the Geelong Region...
New leadership and committees at WISTA
WISTA International has announced new leadership, two new committees and a membership milestone. The association formally ratified its group of committee chairs for the 2023-2024...
Stricken containership berths in Wellington
THE STRICKEN containership Shiling berthed in CentrePort Wellington on Tuesday after being towed in from Tasman Bay. The ship broke down off the coast of New Zealand earlier this...
New CEO at trucking association
THE AUSTRALIAN Trucking Association has appointed Mathew Munro as its new CEO. Mr Munro is currently the executive director of the Australian Livestock and Rural Transporters...
Number of containers lost at sea in decline: report
THE WORLD Shipping Council has reported a positive trend in container safety, with 661 containers lost overboard during 2022. WSC released its annual Containers Lost at Sea report...
Port backs communities for national volunteer week
PORT of Brisbane staff recently volunteered in mentorship roles, re-vegetation and farm activities in Queensland as part of national volunteer week. The port said 26 employees...
Companies to design ammonia dual-fuelled ship for MSC
FOUR companies have agreed to work together to design an ammonia dual-fuelled containership for MSC. Lloyd’s Register, MSC, Shanghai Merchant Ship Design & Research Institute...
Provaris study makes case for hydrogen compression
A REPORT from ASX-listed energy company Provaris suggests compression is the most cost-effective option for transporting hydrogen by sea. The Hydrogen Transport Comparison Report...
SCT denounces recommendation for QLD Inland Rail site
TRANSPORT and logistics company SCT has criticised a recommendation that would reduce Bromelton’s participation in the Inland Rail project. Bromelton is a rural locality in South...
Maritime charities to launch leadership training for seafarers
THE NAUTICAL Institute has partnered with The Seafarers’ Charity to develop training around the leadership and management skills of seafarers and those working ashore. The two...
Pilbara tug haven upgrade progresses
WESTERN Australian company TAMS Group has been awarded a contract to build a new outer wall at Port Hedland as part of the Nelson Point Tug Haven upgrade. The outer wall is part...
AMSA leads maritime search for missing crew
THE AUSTRALIAN Maritime Safety Authority is co-ordinating a multinational search effort involving several merchant ships for the crew of a Chinese fishing boat. AMSA understands...
Industry talks biosecurity, budget and ports at IFCBAA conference
THE IFCBAA National Conference 2023 was a platform for vibrant discussion and some tough questions from the industry. The annual International Forwarders & Customs Brokers...
Wreck discovery a reminder of maritime dangers and reform
GOVERNMENT and the maritime community say the discovery of the Blythe Star shipwreck is a reminder of the dangers faced by Australia's maritime workers. The CSIRO on Monday (15...
Scurrah joins Australasian Rail Association board
PACIFIC National managing director and CEO Paul Scurrah has joined the Australasian Railway Association board as a general director. Mr Scurrah’s board appointment comes as the...
