Dry cargo shipping news
AD Ports acquires majority stake in Tbilisi Dry Port
AD Ports Group has announced the signing of a purchase agreement with Inveco LLC to acquire 60% ownership in the Tbilisi Dry Port.
Larger vessel rates dip across shipping market
The Baltic Exchange has reported that there has been a noticeable dip in the dry bulk shipping market as larger vessel rates withdraw.
Castor Maritime Inc. announces reverse stock split
Castor Maritime Inc. has announced that its board of directors has determined to effect a 1-for-10 reverse stock split of the company’s common shares.
CargoMetrics launches global maritime emissions data products
CargoMetrics has released the first of their kind emissions and fuel consumption products for benchmarking, monitoring, and carbon trading conveniently available on AWS Data Exchange.
India's coal import rises
PTI has reported that in the 2023 January-April period the number of Indian coal imports rose to 212 million t.
BIMCO reports on Red Sea crisis
BIMCO has reported that an estimated 13% of world seaborne trade is under attack from Houthis and Somali pirates.
Wärtsilä release shipping sustainability report
A new Wärtsilä Corp. report has estimated that sustainable shipping fuels can reach cost parity with fossil fuels by 2035.
DNV establishes Tanker and Bulker Expert Team in China
DNV has established a Tanker and Bulker Expert Team based in Shanghai. With strong global demand and fleet renewal planned, DNV was well prepared to support customers in these key segments.
Pilbara Ports reports on February shipping figures
Pilbara Ports has reported an overall decrease in throughput across its different operational ports and terminals.
Drydel announces the delivery of new charter bulk vessel
Drydel Shipping has celebrated the delivery of its newest charter-in vessel, the MV Twin Delight, in Imabari, Japan.