Dry cargo shipping news
Iron ore pellet demand remains strong in China
China's demand for imported iron ore pellets is predicted to remain strong for the near future.
DP World signs agreement to boost international trade
DP World will be constructing the ‘Traders Market’ within the Jebel Ali Port and Free Zone Area located in Jafza South.
Coal exports from Russia to Asia Pacific to drop?
Delays in supplies may result in a lack of Russian coal in the Asia Pacific spot market and push export prices up in the coming weeks.
Fednav takes ownership of 60th bulk carrier
Fednav Limited has reached an important milestone: the company has taken a delivery of its 60th owned vessel.
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.
Port of Riga adapts to rising number of large dry bulk vessels
The Port of Riga (Latvia) reports on the increasing number of large dry bulk shipping vessels and notes how the port has had to adapt to this new global trend.
EuroDry spinoff finalised
Euroseas has completed the spin-off of its dry bulk fleet into a separate publicly listed company, EuroDry Ltd.
Grieg Star sells Squamish Terminals
Western Stevedoring has recently purchased 100% of Squamish Terminals Ltd. from Grieg Star.
Diana Shipping Inc. adds a Newcastlemax vessel to its fleet
Diana Shipping enters a time charter contract with SwissMarine Services S.A. for a Newcastlemax dry bulk vessel.
DP World Posorja selects Navis N4 to optimise operations
Navis has been selected by Dubai-based port and terminal operator, DP World, to provide the TOS for their multipurpose port DP World Posorja, which is currently under construction.