Dry cargo news
Laydown capacity grows at Port of Corpus Christi
Wind turbine components mark the first delivery to the new breakbulk cargo laydown yard at Port Corpus Christi.
Siqura installs CCTV system aboard Kooiman Marine Group trailing suction hopper dredger
The new CCTV system will provide assistance in managing dredging operations, as well as enhance overall security aboard the ship.
Higher prices than expected for Fact’s tender to purchase ammonia
The Indian company’s tender to buy ammonia from Trammo and CIFC cost US$25 – 70/t higher than the previously assessed India cost and freight price.
Martin Engineering expands its operations in the UK and Scandinavia
Martin Engineering introduces the expansion of the company's operations, manufacturing and warehousing facilities in the UK and Scandinavia.
India to build mechanized fertilizer handling facility
The facility at Deendayal port in Kandla in the west Indian state of Gujarat is expected to be commissioned by October 2020.
Port of Newcastle launches new Newcastle Bulk Terminal development
The Port of Newcastle is formally launching the Newcastle Bulk Terminal development at Walsh Point, Kooragang Island, showcasing showcases its investment into the future of bulk handling and the diversified trades of the port.
CP rail workers go on strike
After being unable to agree with management on new contract terms, Canadian Pacific rail workers have gone on strike.
Indian Railways prioritises coal supply to power plants
Railway Board notifies all zonal railways to prioritise power plants while loading coal.
Commissioning update – Altura lithium project
Crushing circuit and ore stockpile commissioning has been completed at Altura Mining Limited’s Altura lithium project.
HSBC and ING perform blockchain trade finance transaction of soybeans
The blockchain transaction involved a bulk shipment of soybeans from Argentina, to Malaysia through Cargill’s Singapore subsidiary as the purchaser.