United Arab Shipping Company (UASC) is broadening its Asia-Europe network scope by providing new direct services to additional Asian and North European ports. The…
UASC beefs up Asia-Europe network with 5 new, improved products
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Japanese firm picked to build, run Indonesia’s Kalibaru terminal
A Japanese company has been chosen to build and operate all three terminals at Kalibaru Port in North Jakarta, Indonesia, with the first one …
New river channel improves navigation to Ho Chi Minh port
The opening of a new channel on the Soai Rap River leading to the Saigon Premier Container Terminal (SPCT) in Ho Chi Minh City,…
Container carriers schedule Far East freight rate hikes
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MSC begins direct Asia-West Africa network service
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) announced it will start a new direct service between Asia and West Africa this month. The new Africa Express will…
Malaysian carrier extends reach to Hanoi, PACTL sets new cargo record
MASkargo has strengthened its presence in Southeast Asia with the opening of its first A330-200 freighter flight to Hanoi, Vietnam. The air cargo division…
NYK signs up for eight 14,000-TEU vessels, unveils new strategy
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Hapag-Lloyd merges with CSAV to create fourth largest box shipping line
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Konecranes launches revolutionary container crane
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BOC electronic-to-mobile system audit ordered
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BOC cracks whip on illegal steel importers
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Transport Summit gathers PH stakeholders to tackle industry concerns
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Port of Subic Inbound Vessel Calls
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ICTSI to invest US$130M in Iraq port
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Businesses make a beeline for Batangas
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BOC Cebu to require use of e2m for exports starting May 1
From May 1, all export declarations (EDs) through the Port of Cebu will have to be lodged using the Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC)…
CAAP requires accreditation for air transport of dangerous goods
Effective June 1, all organizations and individuals transporting dangerous goods by air will be mandated to secure accreditation from the Civil Aviation Authority of…
Slow steaming and idling not stopping losses, says Drewry
Through slow steaming and idling, shipping lines have managed to cope with overcapacity, weak demand, and severe net losses. But these tactics have not…
