Australia

febrero 6, 2018


Free Webinar on IMO Polar Code

Diminishing ice in the Arctic will have significant consequences for commercial shippers that rely on the Northern Sea Route. A free webinar offered by IHS Markit/Fairplay on February 7 will focus on how the IMO Polar Code, which went into force…

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enero 18, 2018


Leaders Gather in Singapore to Combat Piracy

The Information Sharing Centre (ISC) of ReCAAP, the first regional government-to-government agreement to promote and enhance cooperation against piracy and armed robbery against ships in Asia, kicked off in Singapore with 19 senior officers from 17 countries. The countries represented…

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noviembre 20, 2017


Peru and Australia Sign Trade Agreement

A new Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Peru and Australia will allow important benefits for Peruvian exports, particularly avocados, fresh grapes, blueberries, tangerines, cotton shirts, shrimp and frozen prawns, cuttlefish, and feed preparations for animals.

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septiembre 19, 2017


Beware of Bauxite

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has issued new warnings about the dangers of shipping bauxite. Bauxite is a commonly-shipped source of aluminum. A newly-identified phenomenon of “dynamic separation” when there is excess moisture in the cargo could significantly affect a vessel's stability,…

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septiembre 18, 2017


EU Seeks FTAs with Australia and New Zealand

The European Commission rolled out a proposal last Thursday to start free trade talks with Australia and New Zealand. The proposal is part of an effort by the bloc to strengthen its global trading position and leadership.

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mayo 18, 2017


Shipping Containers Find New Life

Innovative architects and designers around the world are finding new ways to repurpose old shipping containers, according to Popular Mechanics and the Wall Street Journal.

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mayo 8, 2017


Come See Us at Transport Logistic in Munich

Transport Logistic is the world's leading trade fair for logistics, mobility, IT, and supply chain management, and has been taking place in Munich since 1978. Also part of Transport Logistic is Air Cargo Europe, the industry gathering for the international…

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