Shipping line invests in carbon-neutral methanol ships
IN the first quarter of 2024, shipping line Maersk will introduce the first in a groundbreaking series of eight large ocean-going container vessels capable of being operated on...
Lindsay Australia reports robust FY21
INTEGRATED transport and logistics company Lindsay Australia reported a strong financial performance in the 2020-21 financial year in a statement to the ASX. The company reported...
ACCC seeks input on interstate rail network regulation
THE way that Australia’s interstate rail network is regulated is under review and the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has today released an issues paper calling for...
SGMF supports growth of gas as marine fuel in Asia
THE Society for Gas as a Marine Fuel (SGMF)has set up its first regional committee to facilitate co-operation and information sharing as uptake of liquefied natural gas ship fuel...
WiseTech Global reports huge revenue growth
WISETECH Global reported a total revenue of $507.5 million for the 2020-21 financial year – an increase of 18% on the previous year. Revenue from the company’s software platform,...
NSW Ports weighs in on Sydney industrial land planning
NSW Ports said in its submission to a land policy review by the Greater Sydney Commission the protection and preservation of industrial lands in Sydney is critical to operating...
Maersk Surabaya captain arrested, charged for allegedly damaging subsea cable off Perth
THE Australian Federal Police has charged the 59-year-old master of the 8400-TEU containership Maersk Surabaya, after the ship allegedly dragged its anchor, damaging the Australia...
Stoush arises between Engage Marine and MUA over hiring at Abbot Point
THE Maritime Union of Australia has accused Engage Marine of replacing 19 workers at the Port of Abbot Point with interstate workers. Engage Marine, however, has said at the...
Design phase begins for Swan River Crossings project
THE next phase of community consultation for the Swan River Crossings Project is underway. The new Swan River Crossings Project, which includes a new two-track rail bridge, a new...
Road freight groups weigh in on land planning
ROAD Freight NSW and the Australian Trucking Association have released their joint submission to the Greater Sydney Commission’s review of industrial lands policy. The groups are...
Wellard posts profit for second year in a row
ASX-listed livestock ship owner and charterer Wellard has reported a profit for the second year in a row. In the company’s financial results for the 2020-21 financial year, it...
OSK Lines signs agreement to introduce robots
MITSUI OSK Lines (MOL) and MELTIN MMI have announced the signing of memorandum of understanding for installation of remote-control robots in ocean shipping operations, including...
Compressed hydrogen carrier pilot project approaches milestone
AUSTRALIAN hydrogen logistics technology company Global Energy Ventures has announced the ship specification engineering for its 430-tonne pilot vessel has been completed. A work...
ATSB opens investigation into Formosabulk Clement death
THE Australian Transportation Safety Bureau (ATSB) is investigating a fatal fall from a pilot ladder on the bulk carrier Formosabulk Clement. The incident occurred 5 nautical...
Updated freight code keeps trucks and trains moving
THE Australian government, together with the states and territories, has announced streamlined COVID-19 measures for freight operators to ensure the efficient movement of goods...
