LETTER TO THE DCN: SAL article does not tell the full story
DEAR Sir, I would like to comment on the recent opinion article by Shipping Australia published in the DCN about supply chain resilience. I believe that some of the assumptions...
Queensland port to grow with significant new facility
THE Queensland port of Bundaberg is growing, with Pacific Tug Group starting works on the new Pacific Marine Base in the coming weeks. Pacific Tug Group, an Australian provider of...
Ocean Network Express expands its reefer fleet
OCEAN Network Express (ONE) continues to expand its current refrigerated container fleet by adding another 27,500 new units, including 850 units equipped with advanced controlled...
Svitzer Australia appoints new CFO
THE harbour towage company’s new chief financial officer, Michael Hill, will report to Svitzer Australia managing director Nicolaj Noes. Mr Hill brings a wealth of experience in...
Port of Melbourne welcomes proposed funding for intermodal terminal
THE Port of Melbourne has welcomed the proposed $2-billion Commonwealth budget commitment for the creation of a new intermodal terminal to accommodate future Inland Rail services....
New facility at Brisbane's Port West Industrial Estate
THE new facility for Team Transport & Logistics at Port of Brisbane's Port West Industrial Estate has been celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Opened by Port of Brisbane...
Budget money coming for Melbourne intermodal terminal
THE federal government is funnelling billions into new freight infrastructure, including $2 billion for a new intermodal terminal in Melbourne. In a pre-budget announcement,...
Cargo vessel aides NT fishing boat
A SEA Swift general cargo vessel earlier this month aided a recreational fishing boat in remote Northern Territory waters. Crew on the LCT Malu Explorer received a distress call...
1-Stop delivers new mobile-based app
1-STOP Connections has launched 1-Stop Deliver, designed to improve key interactions between the truck drivers, their employers and the empty park. 1-Stop Deliver is a...
Former Australia Post chief to lead Toll Global Express
CHRISTINE Holgate will lead the transformation strategy for Toll Global Express after Australasian turnaround private equity firm Allegro Funds completes its acquisition of the...
Reefer freight rates soar but outgunned by dry box rates
REEFER container freight rates have risen sharply this year but remain far outgunned by the inexorable rise in dry box pricing, according to Drewry’s newly launched Reefer...
Shipping industry creates emergency relief fund for seafarers
SEVERAL seafarer welfare charities and shipping industry players have launched an emergency relief fund for seafarers and their families devastated by the rampant COVID-19...
Airport upgrade at Newcastle to boost freight
THE Federal government carry out a $66-million airport upgrade at Newcastle, widening its runway to accommodate longer-range flights. The government said it would increase freight...
Consortium formed to develop hydrogen-powered marine engines
THREE Japanese engine manufacturers have formed a consortium to develop hydrogen-fuelled marine engines for ocean-going and coastal vessels. They aim to bring these engines to...
UN tool aims to help stranded seafarers
AIMED at addressing the needs of stranded seafarers, struggling with the impact of the pandemic, a new human rights due diligence checklist is being provided to companies relying...
