FTZ Approved in Shanghai – China’s State Council has approved the setup of a pilot free trade zone (FTZ) in Shanghai. This will be the first free trade zone in mainland China and is seen as an important policy move by the Chinese government. Read more from Journal of...
Seafarers Bill of Rights Comes into Force – The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), 2006, also known as the “Seafarers Bill of Rights,” officially came into force in 30 countries on August 20th. The bill provides international standards for seafarer’s rights such as...
Port of Tyne Unveils New Gantry Crane – The United Kingdom’s Port of Tyne has unveiled a new gantry crane that will allow the port to expand operations. The crane weighs 750-tons, stands 70 meters high and has the ability to handle vessels up to 13 containers wide....
New Terminal Opens in Brazil – Brasil Terminal Portuario, located at the Port of Santos in Brazil, has been issued an operating license, officially opening the new terminal. The next step for the port is dredging of the turning basin and channel. Read more from...
FDA Bans Salmon Imports from Chile – The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has banned the importation of Salmon from Chile. The administration banned the fish after finding the chemical ‘crystal violet,’ which is banned in both Chile and the US due to...
Terminal Deepening Project Completed at the Port of Auckland – After 2.5 years, the Port of Auckland has finished the northern berth deepening project at the Fergusson Container Terminal. The port is now capable of serving two large ships simultaneously. Read more...
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