Change of leadership at the ACCC
COMPETITION lawyer Gina Cass-Gottlieb on Monday commenced her term as chair of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission. Ms Cass-Gottlieb has more than 25 years of...
Ore train derailment attributed to insufficient risk assessment processes, ATSB says
AN investigation into the runaway and derailment of a loaded iron ore train south of Port Hedland has highlighted the importance of change management and risk-assessment...
ONE expands reefer box fleet
OCEAN Network Express is adding 6500 new refrigerated containers to its fleet. The container line said the containers are to meet demand for refrigerated cargo, which it expects...
SCLAA holds the 60th anniversary ASCLAs in Melbourne
THE Supply Chain and Logistics Association of Australia held the 60th anniversary Australian Supply Chain & Logistics Awards last week at the Crown Palladium, Melbourne. More than...
Shore power to come to Australia in world first project
SHIPS visiting Sydney will soon have access to the world’s first 100% renewable energy shore powered precinct. The development is planned for Bays Port, which includes Glebe...
Mercy Ships’ new hospital vessel completed with support from MSC
MERCY Ships’ newly completed hospital vessel Global Mercy has opened its doors to the public and global dignitaries in Port of Rotterdam, Netherlands as it prepares to sail for...
Flood relief donations bound for Lismore in emergency convoys
LOGISTICS companies Mondiale VGL and DNV Transport are calling for donations ahead of an emergency convoy to support flood-affected communities in Lismore. The companies are...
No ACCC action in Qube’s Newcastle acquisition – for now
THE Australian Competition and Consumer Commission will not presently pursue enforcement action in relation to Qube’s acquisition of the Newcastle Agri Terminal (NAT). However,...
The week in bulk: Volatility in the Capesize market
The Baltic Dry Index saw a volatile week last week, starting high, at 2727, decreasing to a nadir on Thursday at 2588, then recovering slightly on Friday (18 March) to 2605. This...
Swire Shipping celebrates 150th anniversary
CELEBRATING its 150th anniversary this year, Swire Shipping has reflected on its past and is looking toward a sustainable future. The company is the oldest operating entity of...
700 kilos of smuggled drugs found in shipping container
NEW Zealand Customs intercepted a shipment of 700 kilograms of cocaine, found in a shipping container at the Port of Tauranga. Using what it said were “intelligence and targeting...
Inmarsat lauded for facilitating broadcast of Endurance discovery
INMARSAT’S digital solutions service Fleet Xpress has equipped documentary channel History Hit to broadcast the discovery of Ernest Shackleton’s ship Endurance. The wreck of...
New research project to support women working at sea
A NEW research project focusing on women working on cargo ships intends to explore the welfare needs of women seafarers. The project will be carried out by the Seafarers...
Wharf 4 upgrade in Geraldton nears completion
MID WEST Ports Authority has announced the Wharf 4 Strengthening and Rail Replacement Project at Geraldton Port has effectively reached completion. The major project is one of the...
IA report identifies regional infrastructure gaps
A new report from Infrastructure Australia has identified 12 regions with an infrastructure gap in capacity, connectivity and quality of freight infrastructure – these are among...
