Dry bulk news updates

Turn Services continues its integrated network of marine services throughout the Lower Mississippi River.

Focusing on ensuring operational reliability and sustainability at the Panama Canal.

Baltic Exchange releases report showing mixed markets and multifarious momentum across dry bulk carriers.

Success for GENMA as they deliver two custom-engineered ship loaders for an Indonesian customer.

With current capacity utilisation close to 100%, GE Shipping expands its fleet through the acquisition of a second-hand Karsarmax dry bulk carrier.

PPA berths first Capesize vessel with 16.5 m draft at Western Dock-1.

Diana Shipping Inc. and Cargill International SA extend their charter contract at US$18 000/d.

With more than four decades of service, Espino de Marotta becomes the first woman to hold the Panama Canal’s highest executive position.

The world’s first Everllence B&W G80 ethanol capable engine has been tested and verified at an R&D test at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Engine and Machinery division in Korea.

Initial 30 000 t shipment of Canadian durum wheat, with two more grain vessels expected this season

The Panama Canal announced temporary modifications to its Transit Reservation (Booking) System for Neopanamax vessels aimed at providing customers with greater flexibility, improving the distribution of available capacity across market segments, and encouraging the efficient use of water resources.

Brad Pronschinske, Martin Engineering, explains how air cannons can safely clear blockages and improve material flow across bulk handling operations.

Agreement brings together exhaust gas cleaning expertise and marine fuels supply chain reach to support joint regulatory advocacy and industry best practice.

Liebherr’s CBG 310 transshipment cranes build on the proven CBG 300 platform with significantly higher hoisting speeds, increased lifting capacities and an expanded control environment that elevates operational performance.

Diana Shipping has withdrawn its offer to acquire the remaining shares of Genco Shipping & Trading, after the two companies failed to agree on the terms of a potential combination.

Genco Shipping & Trading Limited announce that it has taken delivery of the Genco Volunteer, a 2019 Imabari built 182 000 dwt scrubber-fitted Capesize vessel.

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) and Jotun have entered into an agreement for the installation and operation of Jotun's Hull Skating Solutions (HSS) onboard MSC Daniela.

Diana Shipping Inc. and Star Bulk Carriers Corp. announce that following Star Bulk’s request, the parties have mutually terminated their agreement under which Star Bulk would acquire 16 Genco vessels upon completion of Diana’s proposed acquisition of Genco.

Castor Maritime Inc. announce that it has entered into an agreement to establish a joint venture with third-party investors arranged by Fearnley Securities AS.

Klaveness Combination Carriers (KCC) ASA took delivery of MV Baltazar, its third and final contracted third-generation CABU vessel, from New Yangzi Shipyard in China.

ESL Shipping is planned to become an independent company and listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.

Enclosed storage and conveying systems help bulk material operators control emissions, protect material quality, and improve operational reliability. Drawing on global references, TAKRAF Group delivers engineered solutions for complex applications, from enclosed stockyards and scraper reclaimers to tube conveyors and lifecycle support.

On June 30, COSCO SHIPPING Development announced that one of its subsidiaries plans to acquire 24 dry bulk vessels, including 20 multipurpose grain carriers (87 000 DWT), 2 bulk carriers (210 000 DWT), and 2 dry cargo carriers (210 000 DWT).

Dry bulk carriers entered with INTERCARGO continue to demonstrate stronger performance than the global fleet average on safety and compliance, according to the Association's 17th edition Benchmarking Report.