Tests raise concern over fuel blends for ocean-going vessels
Testing companies examining low sulfur marine blends have found sediment at levels that could cause engine damage.
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SK Chemicals begins testing bio heavy oil as vessel fuel
SK Chemicals has launched a project to use bio heavy oil as vessel fuel amid rising demand for cleaner energy sources.
BPA: sustainability to overtake Brexit as main focus for ports industry?
The British Ports Association (BPA) has outlined its key priorities for 2020
China’s coking coal imports rise
China’s imports of coking coal saw steady growth in November 2019, according to data from General Administration of Customs.
Grain export volumes double at Port of Ipswich
ABP’s Port of Ipswich has reported 500 000 t of grain exported between June - November 2019.
Quality Freight UK delivers megamax cranes into Liverpool2 terminal
Quality Freight UK has overseen the delivery of three megamax quayside cranes into the Liverpool2 terminal, UK.
Slide in coal volumes pulls down cargo volumes at Indian ports
An ICRA report attributes the slowdown in coal imports to the economic slowdown in recent months.
New conveyor belt cleaner design from Martin Engineering
A new conveyor belt cleaner has been designed with a method of holding the urethane blade in place without the need to mill any slots for holding pins.
IEA: Australian coal exports set to rise
According to a report by the International Energy Agency, Australia’s coal exports are expected to rise over the next 5 years.
Baltic index drops for 10th straight session
The Baltic Exchange’s main sea freight index has fallen for a 10th-straight session with capesize vessel rates nearing a 6 month low.
UK Major Ports responds to UK general election result
Responding to the General Election result Tim Morris, CEO of the UK Major Ports Group commented: “We look forward to working constructively and urgently with the new Government.”
Flow Water Technologies encourages ship owners to embrace new environmental legislation
The global maritime sector should embrace new environmental legislation and view challenges around emissions, ballast water management, and plastics at sea as opportunities to take the lead, according to Flow Water Technologies Ltd, Chief Executive Officer, (CEO) Mark Hadfield.
MOL orders two next-generation 'EeneX' coal carriers
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. has announced that the company has ordered two 'EeneX' next generation coal carriers from Oshima Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
ABP sponsors award at Suffolk Chamber of Commerce
ABP has sponsored the Growing Business Award at the 12th anniversary Suffolk Chamber of Commerce, celebrating the efforts of local businesses.
Baltic index slips as capesize rates fall
The Baltic Exchange’s main sea freight index has fallen, as a drop in rates for capesize vessels outweighed a rise in other vessel segments.