Wharfie used as union “front man”, judge rules
A FEDERAL Court Judge has dismissed a challenge to an enterprise agreement on Melbourne’s docks, ruling the application was from a “front man” for the MUA/CFMMEU. The applicant...
Changes at VRCA as departing CEO reflects on time at the helm
OUTGOING Victorian Regional Channels Authority chief executive Michael Harvey says an increased focus on safe navigation at Geelong will be a legacy of his time at the helm. Mr...
Simon Aynsley steps down from CMA CGM
CMA CGM Group managing director for Australia and New Zealand, Simon Aynsley, has confirmed his resignation. “After 22 years with the CMA CGM Group as managing director (Australia...
Week of stoppages at DPWA terminals
DPWA terminals across Australia are being hit with stoppages this week, as part of protected action by the Maritime Union division of the CFMMEU. The union and the company are...
Union heavyweights survive challenges to lead the MUA
MARITIME Union heavyweights Paddy Crumlin and Christy Cain have survived challenges to continue in their roles as national secretary and WA branch secretary respectively. Mr...
Call for nominations ahead of 24th Australian Shipping & Maritime Industry Awards
THE call is out for nominations ahead of the 24th annual Australian Shipping & Maritime Industry Awards on 14 November. The event is to be held at Plaza Ballroom, 191 Collins...
Increased productivity needed, as transport costs rise
RISING costs for transport operators need to be offset by greater productivity and efficiency at wharves and empty container depots, Container Transport Alliance director Neil...
Larger cruise ships on the horizon, ACA CEO says
AUSTRALIA and its ports needs to prepare for new Oasis-class cruise ships, the largest cruise vessels on the planet, a conference in Townsville has heard. There are currently four...
IMO 2020 compliance presents credit risks, Moody’s says
INTERNATIONAL credit agency, Moody’s Investor Service, says complying with the International Maritime Organization’s 2020 emissions standards will weigh on shipping companies’...
"Twiggy" opens tug harbour at Port Hedland
AUSSIE entrepreneur Andrew ‘Twiggy’ Forrest has unveiled Fortescue Metals Group’s new tug and towage facility in Port Hedland, a harbour named after his mum. The new Judith Street...
Napier promotes share offer to Hawke’s Bay locals
AN INITIAL public offer in Napier Port has been hailed as a winner for residents of Hawke’s Bay residents and non-resident ratepayers. Under the proposed terms of the IPO,...
Artificial intelligence to create port jobs: analyst
GLOBAL trends towards the use of artificial intelligence are likely to generate jobs in the ports sphere, a conference in Townsville has heard. Peter Creeden, director of MPC...
Qube makes play for Chalmers
QUBE has announced a takeover bid for fellow logistics business, Chalmers Limited, a move already supported publicly by the latter’s chairman. The proposal values Chalmers shares...
First ro-ro for Port Hedland
PORT Hedland has welcomed its first conventional roll-on/roll-off vessel, giving industry a more cost-effective way of delivering cargo to the region. The 180metre Blue Ridge...
Electronic chart risks highlighted in vessel grounding investigation
UNDERLYING issues with electronic chart display information systems have been revealed in an investigation into the grounding of Australian Border Force cutter Roebuck Bay almost...
