Dry bulk

DNV GL – Maritime has released the fourth edition of its Maritime Forecast to 2050, identifying fuel choice as the essential factor in decarbonising shipping.

During its recent Virtual Annual General Meeting, the board of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) reappointed Esben Poulsson, its current Chairman, for a further two-year term.

OSM Maritime has announced that it is in final negotiations to acquire SeaTeam Management from Frontline Ltd and Golden Ocean Group Ltd.

ABB is set to install its engine diagnostics software on 12 bulk carriers operated by Shanghai Ming Wah Shipping Co, with the aim of improving fuel consumption.

The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has reported on the North American rail traffic that was recorded for the week ending 12 September 2020.

The National Centre for Privatisation & PPP and the Saudi Grains Organisation announce the completion of the privatisations of the First and Third flour milling companies.

Saudi Grains Organisation issues tender to import 540 000 t of feed barley.

Diana Shipping Inc. announces the sale of a Panamax dry bulk vessel, the m/v Coronis.

Eurasian Resources Group increased shipments of iron ore products to China this year.

Canadian Pacific (CP) has officially opened its new multi-commodity transload facility in Montréal.

BNSF has announced that its Executive Vice President Operations, Kathryn M. Farmer, will assume the role of President and Chief Executive Officer in 2021.

The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has released its latest report on North American rail traffic.

The UK Chamber of Shipping Chief Executive has welcomed the announcement of Robert Courts as the new Shipping Minister at the Department for Transport.

Saudi Grains Organisation issues fourth tender for this year to import 715 000 t of wheat.

The Port of Mackay is set to benefit from more than AUS$17 million investment in infrastructure projects over the next year, in a boost for its local economy.