
NORDEN announces sale of two vessels, leasing of two newbuildings
The expected sales profit will be realised in NORDEN’s 1Q25 financial results.
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The expected sales profit will be realised in NORDEN’s 1Q25 financial results.

This strategic partnership marks a significant step in Vortex Global’s mission to expand its reach and offer cutting-edge solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of customers across Africa.

DryDel has announced its official entry into the Capesize sector with the order of two sister vessels of 182 000 dwt from Namura Shipbuilding in Japan, scheduled for delivery within 2028.

The DSI Aquarius is a 60 309 dwt Ultramax dry bulk vessel built in 2016.

Euroports Group is set to strengthen its bulk handling capacity at North Sea Port (Ghent) with the addition of a state-of-the-art Generation 6 Konecranes Gottwald ESP.7B Mobile Harbor Crane.

The Baltic Exchange provides an update on the Dry Bulk markets for Week 48.

The installation work is expected to be completed at the end of 2025, with fuel and emission savings of approximately 10-12% anticipated on deep-sea routes between China and Brazil, South Africa, and Australia.

The vessels are all to be built by Nihon Shipyard Co. and are of a new design optimised for fuel economy with the newest and most efficient engines as well as extra upgrades to further enhance the vessels’ operational capabilities and safety features.

According to the Association of American Railroads (AAR), total US weekly rail traffic was 520 798 carloads and intermodal units, up 25.6% compared with the same week last year.

Freight Investor Services (FIS), the freight and commodity brokerage, has announced the appointment of George Dranganoudis as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

The world’s largest coal importer is diversifying supply with increased land borne providers, according to a report by Veson Nautical.

In this operation, 10 800 t of Codelco's calcine were loaded onto a Handymax vessel, showcasing the terminal's ability to handle the increasing demand for copper concentrate.