It’s widely reported that radical change is taking place in the energy sector. But why is maritime such a green logistics choice for the major players? Renewable energy is necessary for a sustainable future – green partnerships between cargo owners and…
Logistics for the energy revolution: Why shipping has a vital role to play Read More »
Capesize The Capesize market was buoyant in both basins this week, posting gains across the board. After bottoming out the previous week, rates were seen to quickly rise. This was helped along the way by typhoon Lekima off the eastern coast of China an…
Dry Bulk Market: Capesize Rates Rise After Bottoming Out The Previous Week Read More »
If a ship communicates relevant information in advance before arriving in port, it can achieve a reduction of 23% in vessel emissions. That’s according to an International Maritime Organization (IMO) led desktop trial conducted last month in the Port o…
Just-In-Time shipping reduces shipping’s carbon footprint Read More »
Container shipping is rediscovering the potential of enhancing service by providing guarantees, thanks to technology. Container shipping seems to be embracing the trend towards enforcing commitments from contract stakeholders, whether carriers, forward…
Should you believe in guaranteed ocean services? Read More »
The invention of the steamship at the end of the 18th century revolutionised the entire shipping industry, and there are some parallels with the use of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in container shipping today. For example, to operate using this fuel, in…
A first in liner shipping: Hapag-Lloyd to convert ship to LNG Read More »