Swire counters ANL’s APR2 with upgraded NAX
SWIRE Shipping has responded promptly to ANL’s introduction of the APR2 service between China, PNG and northern Australia by upgrading its own NAX offering to weekly, effective 22...
Disney no longer Wondering in Australia
IN A blow to the Australian cruise industry Disney Corporation will withdraw Disney Wonder from the local market after the 2025-26 season. In a move that appears to enable focus...
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Japan and Korea added to stink bug risk countries
NORTH Asian nations Japan and Korea have been added to the list of “emerging risk” countries for the dreaded brown marmorated stink bug. The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries...
Solid trade for June, but tariff impacts loom large
THE “UNPREDICTABLE nature” of US import tariff announcements has caused “significant volatility” in global trade flows, Westpac senior economist Mantas Vanagas says. Mr Vanagas...
Aratere’s date with destiny, TT’s ferries almost here
LONG-serving Cook Strait rail/ro-pax Aratere will make its final crossing, from Picton to Wellington, at 1000 hours on 18 August, KiwiRail has announced. Interisland Line...
Rates plodding along
WITH Drewry’s World Container Index continuing to reverse last week, albeit at a slower rate, Asia-Australia carriers will be celebrating the contrary, gentle recovery of...
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Supply chain workforce needs a boost
A WHOLE of government approach is crucial as the logistics industry seeks to overcome skilled labour shortages, Phillip Parsons says. Mr Parsons is the director of logistics for...
Austal signs deal as government defence partner
SHIPBUILDER Austal has finalised its agreement with the federal government to establish a new entity, Austal Defence Shipbuilding Australia to build landing craft for the...
$10 billion frigate contract goes to Japan
A $10 BILLION contract has been awarded to Japan’s Mitsubishi Heavy Industries for up to 11 upgraded Japanese Mogami-class frigates for the Australian Navy. It is understood, the...
International Maritime Organization Secretary-General visits Australia
AUSTRALIA has welcomed the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Arsenio Dominguez, as part of his tour of the Pacific region. Mr Dominguez’s visit...
Team bullish in a bearish market
LOGISTICS giant Team Global Express (TGE), has announced financial results for the 2025 financial year, referring to “a solid performance” in a tough market. Highlights were...
Unions reject second register changes
KEY maritime unions have rejected a proposed revamp of the Australian International Shipping Register (second register), citing its impact on wages and crew conditions. The...
ANL launches new Asia-Australia service
ANL will next month launch a brand new service connecting North Asia, Papua New Guinea and Queensland. Dubbed APR 2, the fortnightly service will utilise 3 x 1,700 TEU vessels...
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Asian markets present new grain opportunities
SPEAKERS at the Australian Grains Industry Conference have highlighted market opportunities in China, India and Southeast Asia. Daily Cargo News recently reported about a...
Peak bodies launch cargo-focused conference
SHIPPER bodies on both sides of the Tasman are joining forces to launch a new annual conference to showcase supply chain co-operation. The Freight & Trade Alliance, the Australian...
