DCN offers alternative contact options during Microsoft outage
NEWS and other Daily Cargo News operations have been affected by the outage currently impacting Microsoft applications. The outage has been affecting the tech giant’s operations...
EOI sought for tug facility/line service facility at Port Botany
NSW Ports says it is inviting expressions of interest for the opportunity to licence a Class C tug facility and/or lines service facility at the Hayes Dock Services Area, Port...
Few port communities digitised, IAPH hears
A NEW study released at last week’s International Association of Ports and Harbors World Ports Conference found only 5% of respondents said a port community system (PCS) was fully...
Baltic Exchange Weekly Report - 6 November 2026
THE BALTIC Dry Index (BDI) recorded a weekly gain of 3.4%, finishing at 2805 points for 6 November 2026, up from 30 October's figure of 2714. Capesize The Capesize market...
Canada’s Halifax trials latest Oz DUKC system
MELBOURNE-based OMC International's next-generation Dynamic Under Keel Clearance system has begun an operational trial at the Canadian east coast port of Halifax. OMC says the...
DHL appoints new APAC COO
CONTRACT logistics provider DHL Supply Chain has announced the appointment of Guillaume Burette as its chief operating officer (COO) for the Asia Pacific. The appointment took...
World Container Index – 5 November 2026
THE DREWRY World Container Index (WCI), decreased 1% to $4,389 per 40ft container this week. The decline can mainly be attributed to lower rates on the Transpacific and...
Two charged over alleged meth imports in sea and air cargo
TWO people have been charged in separate investigations into alleged methamphetamine imports concealed in a coconut water shipment and metal cylinders transported by air cargo. A...
OneStop and Clear.ai announce partnership
DATA and technology provider OneStop has announced a partnership with Clear.ai, an Australian AI-native platform for customs and freight. Under the partnership, Clear.ai is to use...
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Baltic Exchange Weekly Report - 30 October 2026
THE BALTIC Dry Index (BDI) made a weekly gain of 2% last week, finishing at 2714 points for 30 October 2026, up from 23 October's figure of 2660. Capesize The market gathered...
World Container Index – 29 October 2026
THE DREWRY World Container Index (WCI), decreased 3% to $4,429 per 40ft container, mainly due to a decrease in rates on the Transpacific trade route. Source: Drewry World...
Cook Islands Ports Authority to digitise cargo operations with PortConnect
THE COOK Islands Ports Authority (CIPA) has signed an agreement with New Zealand company PortConnect to consolidate its cargo records in a single digital system. The authority...
Southern Ports' community funding bolsters outreach health program
SOUTHERN Ports has funded new equipment for Ear Foundation Australia’s outreach programs supporting Aboriginal and at-risk children in regional Western Australia. The foundation...
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Winners announced for ASCLAs
BRISBANE City Hall was packed to the rafters last Friday night as the Australian Supply Chain and Logistics Association held its annual awards night. The event recognised 59...
Baltic Exchange Weekly Report - 23 October 2026
THE BALTIC Dry Index (BDI) rebounded slightly last week, finishing at 2660 points for 23 October 2026, up from 16 October's figure of 2511. This was its lowest in over three...
