Dry bulk freight news
NW Trading and ABP agree deal for All Weather Terminal
NW Trading Ltd, has agreed a long-term deal with Associated British Ports (ABP) for the All Weather Terminal at the Port of Hull.
Eagle Transport Corp. acquires Bulk Carriers, Inc.
Eagle Transport Corp. has announced its acquisition of Bulk Carriers, Inc., which has provided quality dry bulk transportation services to a variety of regional industries since 1998.
Liebherr electric cranes offer sustainability boost at PD Ports’ Tees Dock
Two new electric harbour cranes from Liebherr have arrived at Tees Dock, as port operator and owner PD Ports continues to demonstrate its commitment to driving sustainability.
Ports of Belledune and Rotterdam agree to work together on clean energy solutions
The Belledune Port Authority has signed an MOU with the Port of Rotterdam to work together on the movement of dry and liquid bulk commodities, with a focus on green products and clean fuels.
United Maritime signs agreement to acquire three dry bulk vessels
United Maritime has announced an agreement to acquire a modern Panamax vessel through a bareboat-in charter, and the delivery of two Kamsarmax vessels with immediate period employment.
Diana Shipping announces charter contracts with Smart Gain and Aquavita
Diana Shipping Inc. has announced time charter contracts for the m/v Santa Barbara with Smart Gain and the m/v Phaidra with Aquavita.
Slight decline in freight throughput Port of Rotterdam in 1Q23
The Port of Rotterdam has reported that it handled slightly less freight in 1Q23 than in 1Q22, although dry bulk cargo showed slight growth.
Ocean partners with KeelX Education to reduce dry bulk cargo handling risks
Ocean Technologies Group has partnered with KeelX Education to reduce the risks posed to life and the environment by the improper handling or transportation of dry bulk cargoes.
One Sea association and the European Space Agency have signed a memorandum of intent
The MOI is to support the uptake of autonomous shipping in the maritime sector, underpinned by space solutions.
AD Ports to develop and operate Egypt’s Safaga Port
AD Ports Group has signed a 30-year concession agreement to develop and operate the Safaga Port in Egypt.