Green Marine
Port of Oakland Volume at All-Time High in 2018
Port of Oakland’s container volume reached 2.55 million TEU in 2018, an all-time high for the port.
Court Gives Nod to HHIC-Phil’s Rehabilitation Process
Court approved the petition for rehabilitation filed by Hanjin Heavy Industries and Construction Philippines.
ABS, Fleet Management Partner on Cyber Security
ABS Advanced Solutions, Fleet Management Limited reached a deal to partner up on cyber security.
Canadian Gov’t to Assess Risks Posed by Wrecked, Abandoned Ships
LOC to develop risk assessment methodology related to wrecked ships in Canadian waters.
Frontline’s Interest in Feen Marine Scrubbers Rises
John Fredriksen’s Frontline has increased its ownership interest in Feen Marine Scrubbers to 28.9%.
Stena, Hyundai Glovis to Set Up Short-Sea Car Carrier JV
Swedish Stena Rederi and Germany’s Glovis Europe to establish a European car carrier joint venture.
Fourth Tug on Its Way to Yantian Express
The third ocean-going tug arrived today to join fire-fighting activities involving burning containership Yantian Express.
ReCAAP: Piracy and Armed Robbery Incidents Lowest in a Decade
There was a total of 76 incidents of piracy and armed robbery reported in Asia in 2018.
2020 Bulkers to Finance New Ships with USD 240 Mn Loan
2020 Bulkers signed a USD 240 million deal for the post-delivery financing of its newbuilding program.
ZIM Moves Forward with Blockchain-Based Bill-of-Lading
ZIM to begin offering the opportunity to its customers to switch to electronic Bills-of-Lading on selected trades.
Volumes at PSA International Keep Rising in 2018
PSA International handled 81 million TEUs in 2018, a rise of 9.1% over 74.2 million TEUs reported in 2017.
Hafnia Shareholders Approve Merger with BW
The shareholders of Hafnia Tankers have given the green light to the company’s proposed merger with BW Tankers.
MUA: BHP, BlueScope to Remove Last 2 Australian-Manned Iron Ore Carriers
MUA: Nearly 80 Australian seafarers will likely be laid off by BHP and BlueScope Steel.
Drewry: 2019 Another Solid Year for Container Market
Drewry: The industry’s supply-demand balance will benefit from a reduced appetite for ULCVs among major carriers.