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AFIF and CBFCA merger a step closer
The long-awaited merger of Australia’s two peak import industry bodies is nearer to reality, a conference in Hobart heard this morning.
Hong Kong restricts ship access in battle against swine flu
Hong Kong terminal operators have banned all unnecessary visits to their ports as a precaution against the spread of the swine flu virus, Lloyd's List reports.
Shorthaul from Australia sign of capesize comeback
The short-haul dry bulk sector is emerging from the recession as charterers realise they need to do business, according to Lauritzen Bulkers.
Toll's shopping spree extends to China
Toll Group has bought the 49% stake in China-based ST-Anda Logistics it did not already own, making it the second acquisition by the Australian logistics company in a week.
$50m port upgrade for Townsville
General port facilities in Townsville are set to benefit from a Federal Government contribution of almost $50m to improve navy infrastructure.
German cargo ship hijacked in security corridor
Somali pirates have hijacked a German-owned general cargoship which had been sailing in a transit corridor patrolled by security forces.
Next stage of Fremantle inner harbour expansion underway
Fremantle Ports has started reconstruction of Berth 10 on the northern side of its inner harbour.
Maersk hikes box rates, saying current rates "unsustainable"
Market leader Maersk Line has accelerated its campaign to increase freight rates in key containership trades despite the dire outlook for the box market, writes Lloyd's List.
