Air freight rates could take months to recover, analysts say
A RETURN to pre-conflict capacity and rates on trades out of West Asia hubs is still a month or two away, air freight analysts Xeneta say. A shaky ceasefire agreed earlier this...
Portland Mission opens new bus shed
PORTLAND Mission to Seafarers (MTS) branch recently officially opened a newly reimagined bus shed, enhancing its capacity to support the welfare and transport needs of visiting...
Ceasefire welcome, but Maersk says no immediate change
SHIPPING giant A.P. Moller-Maersk says a ceasefire announced in the Persian Gulf conflict does not yet provide the “full maritime certainty” that would allow shipping through the...
Fuel crisis highlights the role of rail
RAIL can play a critical role as Australia seeks to maximise the use of its diesel stocks, a prominent industry groups says. The Freight on Rail Group says the government decision...
Industry, local government highlight fuel freight pain
FUEL price pressures on Australia’s freight and logistics sector have been highlighted by groups from both industry and government. The issue has been prominent since war broke...
Bass Strait high on the agenda at Tassie shippers forum
BASS Strait shipping as well as broader export topics will be on the agenda at the upcoming Tasmanian Freight & Logistics Forum in Hobart. To be held at the University of Tasmania...
Industry relief at ceasefire reports
A REPORTED ceasefire between Iran and the US/Israel alliance is set to bring benefits for both seafarers and global trade, industry figures say. The ceasefire agreement was...
Newcastle sets diversified trade record
A RECORD result for non-coal at Newcastle highlights the strength of the port’s diversification strategy, chief executive Craig Carmody says. Port of Newcastle reported more than...
‘Net zero’ and ammonia as marine fuel discussed in Singapore
CLEANER energy and ammonia as a marine fuel have been key talking points at the 19th Asia Pacific Maritime in Singapore this week. With the delay in adopting the IMO’s net-zero...
Farmers welcome export cost recovery deferral
DECISIONS by the federal government to establish a fertiliser taskforce and defer phased transition to full cost recovery for export regulatory services have been welcomed by the...
Wharfies call for “coordinated action” on fuel security
“URGENT, coordinated action” is required to restore Australia’s fuel security and supply chain sovereignty, the Maritime Union says. The union has also reiterated earlier calls...
Ports to Peaks: Grit, camaraderie and a touch of Alpine chaos
RAISING critical funds to improve the lives of seafarers across Australia, New Zealand and Oceania was the aim of Ports to Peaks, a charity event organised through the Mission to...
Industry groups welcome fuel relief measures
INDUSTRY groups and unions have welcomed the federal government’s fuel relief package aimed at easing the pressure on businesses who are paying more for energy since the start of...
BICT farewells busy summer season
THE ARRIVAL of the home-ported Carnival Luminosa last December was a highlight of the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal’s just ended summer cruise season. The season, which...
Marine insurers “reaffirm commitment” to West Asia trade
MARINE insurers continue to “show resilience” and maintaining the availability of cargo, hull, liability and offshore energy cover, the International Union of Marine Insurance...
