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Australia may not escape Rotterdam Rules
Australia may not be able to escape the effects of the Rotterdam Rules even if the Federal Government refuses to sign up, according to the insurance and risk management services provider, TT Club.
MUA targets offshore support operators
Talks between offshore energy support firm Farstad Shipping and the Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) have hit a hurdle after a week's moratorium, with a one-day strike scheduled over next weekend, the union confirmed today.
Melbourne channel deepening completion marked
The Melbourne port channel-deepening project was hailed as a complete success yesterday on its official completion.
Human factors main cause of vessel incidents
Human factors are the leading cause of commercial vessel accidents, the National Marine Safety Committee's (NMSC) first Commercial Vessel Incident Analysis Report has found.
Drought will curb grain receivals, says GrainCorp
Drought conditions in parts of eastern Australia will likely cause a 16% decline in grain receivals in the 2009/10 financial year, Graincorp said.
Huge luxury cruise vessel arrives in Cairns
The Port of Cairns this week welcomed the arrival of the biggest ever luxury cruise ship visitor.
Lloyd's List DCN awards to be held tonight
More than 350 people will attend the 14th annual Lloyd's List DCN Australian Shipping and Transport Awards in Sydney tonight.


