Problem-free loading of US-bound cargo in S'pore DEFYING expectations of quay-side chaos as a result of a new US Customs requirement to submit cargo manifest lists 24 hours in advance, it has been smooth sailing for the loading of US-bound boxes in Singapore since enforcement of the rule began on Feb 2.
More ships passing through Panama Canal THE Panama Canal is moving more ships through safer, faster and more lucratively, its first quarter figures show.
Hyundai Heavy banned from securities sales HYUNDAI Heavy Industries Co, the world's largest shipbuilder, will be banned from selling bonds and shares for three months because it failed to provide sufficient information on its financial statements.
China's Jinzhou port inflated sales figures for 6 years JINZHOU Port Co Ltd yesterday said it had mistakenly inflated annual sales for six years, the latest listed firm in China's murky corporate sector to own up to poor disclosure.
Butterworth terminal expands capacity RISING volumes have prompted Penang's North Butterworth Container Terminal to push ahead with its planned expansion, lengthening its quayside to 900m in an effort to boost capacity to one million TEUS.
Air and Land Transport
NZ govt gives nod to Qantas' offer to buy Air NZ stake THE New Zealand government has approved Qantas Airways' proposal to buy a stake in Air New Zealand, clearing a hurdle for the alliance which still needs antitrust approval in both countries.
Virgin Blue plans to start flights to NZ
Taipei, US to ink aviation safety pact in Sept
Cathay, union pilots meet
China Southern unit buys stake in Fuzhou airport
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Help fund security efforts, US govt urged LEADERS of the maritime industry told federal officials gathered in Los Angeles that they applaud plans to protect the country's 361 ports from terrorism, but they questioned who will pay for the security efforts.
Problem-free loading of US-bound cargo in S'pore DEFYING expectations of quay-side chaos as a result of a new US Customs requirement to submit cargo manifest lists 24 hours in advance, it has been smooth sailing for the loading of US-bound boxes in Singapore since enforcement of the rule began on Feb 2.
More ships passing through Panama Canal THE Panama Canal is moving more ships through safer, faster and more lucratively, its first quarter figures show.
Hyundai Heavy banned from securities sales HYUNDAI Heavy Industries Co, the world's largest shipbuilder, will be banned from selling bonds and shares for three months because it failed to provide sufficient information on its financial statements.
China's Jinzhou port inflated sales figures for 6 years JINZHOU Port Co Ltd yesterday said it had mistakenly inflated annual sales for six years, the latest listed firm in China's murky corporate sector to own up to poor disclosure.
Butterworth terminal expands capacity RISING volumes have prompted Penang's North Butterworth Container Terminal to push ahead with its planned expansion, lengthening its quayside to 900m in an effort to boost capacity to one million TEUS.
Air and Land Transport
NZ govt gives nod to Qantas' offer to buy Air NZ stake THE New Zealand government has approved Qantas Airways' proposal to buy a stake in Air New Zealand, clearing a hurdle for the alliance which still needs antitrust approval in both countries.
Virgin Blue plans to start flights to NZ
Taipei, US to ink aviation safety pact in Sept
Cathay, union pilots meet
China Southern unit buys stake in Fuzhou airport
LOG Book
Features
Help fund security efforts, US govt urged LEADERS of the maritime industry told federal officials gathered in Los Angeles that they applaud plans to protect the country's 361 ports from terrorism, but they questioned who will pay for the security efforts.
Problem-free loading of US-bound cargo in S'pore DEFYING expectations of quay-side chaos as a result of a new US Customs requirement to submit cargo manifest lists 24 hours in advance, it has been smooth sailing for the loading of US-bound boxes in Singapore since enforcement of the rule began on Feb 2.
More ships passing through Panama Canal THE Panama Canal is moving more ships through safer, faster and more lucratively, its first quarter figures show.
Hyundai Heavy banned from securities sales HYUNDAI Heavy Industries Co, the world's largest shipbuilder, will be banned from selling bonds and shares for three months because it failed to provide sufficient information on its financial statements.
China's Jinzhou port inflated sales figures for 6 years JINZHOU Port Co Ltd yesterday said it had mistakenly inflated annual sales for six years, the latest listed firm in China's murky corporate sector to own up to poor disclosure.
Butterworth terminal expands capacity RISING volumes have prompted Penang's North Butterworth Container Terminal to push ahead with its planned expansion, lengthening its quayside to 900m in an effort to boost capacity to one million TEUS.
Air and Land Transport
NZ govt gives nod to Qantas' offer to buy Air NZ stake THE New Zealand government has approved Qantas Airways' proposal to buy a stake in Air New Zealand, clearing a hurdle for the alliance which still needs antitrust approval in both countries.
Virgin Blue plans to start flights to NZ
Taipei, US to ink aviation safety pact in Sept
Cathay, union pilots meet
China Southern unit buys stake in Fuzhou airport
LOG Book
Features
Help fund security efforts, US govt urged LEADERS of the maritime industry told federal officials gathered in Los Angeles that they applaud plans to protect the country's 361 ports from terrorism, but they questioned who will pay for the security efforts.
Atlantic rates higher from April 1st The Trans-Atlantic Shipping conference (TACA) gave notice that it will be publishing a Westbound two part general tariff rate increase programme during 2003, the first phase effective April 1st and the second, effective 1st October.
Geodis signs with Alstom transport On 16 January, Geodis signed a European-scale logistics contract with Alstom Transport SA.
New CEO for Roadway Roadway Corp. announced today that Michael W. Wickham, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, will step down as Chief Executive Officer and continue in the position of Chairman of the Board effective with his retirement on March 26, 2003.
US Airways federal loan guarantee approved The Air Transportation Stabilization Board (ATSB) unanimously approved its $900 million federal guarantee of a $1 billion loan for US Airways.
Less loss for SAS SAS, the joint carrier of Sweden, Denmark and Norway, lost 284 million kronor ($33.2 million) for the three months ended Dec. 31 in contrast to a loss of 997 million kronor a year ago.
TNT to takeover warehousing Pirelli TNT Logistics is significantly extending its partnership with tyre manufacturer Pirelli. TNT Logistics will immediately take over the entire warehousing activities at the German-based Hochst/Odenwald production site, which until now had been carried out by the manufacturer.
Parker's lifetime award crowns industry tribute A LIFETIME achievement accolade for Julian Parker, who retires this year after serving as inaugural secretary of the Nautical Institute since 1973, brought the Lloyd's List Maritime Excellence Awards 2003 to a fitting finale in London last night.
P&O Nedlloyd says opentop overhaul is way forward MOVES to revise the method of measuring the size of opentop containerships has been welcomed by P&O Nedlloyd, which has several ships of this design in its fleet, writes Janet Porter.
Transparency has industry leaders at loggerheads SHIPOWNER heavyweights took opposing views yesterday over transparency, an issue that continues to vex the industry.
Jinzhou Port Co sued in first foreign-related China lawsuit JINZHOU Port Company in northeast China stands accused of seriously accountin irregularities, after it was revealed that it reported Yuan487.44m ($58.88m) in non-existent revenue from 1994 to 2000.
Higher alert status gets attention The elevated terror alert status is leading to tighter security at ports of entry for people and cargo and among potential industry targets.
Love is in the air-cargo for holiday Air-cargo carriers are scrambling to ensure that flowers, chocolates and other expressions of love reach that special person by Valentine's Day.
Cargo boosts BAA January results The world's biggest airports operator posted a 3.9 percent rise at its seven U.K. hubs.
Carriers, NVOCCs take sides on confidentiality rule changes
Over-stretched Shenzhen banks on new berths A Shenzhen port official admitted today that the southern Chinese port is handling far more cargo than the original design capacity of the terminals.
Streamlined MSL moves closer to big customers Maersk Sealand (MSL) is breaking up its six regional offices, in a bid to increase efficiency, and especially to free senior managers to win business from larger customers.
Shock resignation hints at Dutch port infighting
Owners take the helm as charter rates climb
New Klang 'free zone' to boost transhipment business
ICF streamlines Swiss services
Safmarine launches US Gulf/West Africa MPV service
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