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APL Sydney decision an 'international landmark'
The Port Phillip Bay pipeline damages case involving the container ship, APL Sydney, has produced what was described today as a "landmark judgment of international significance".
GrainCorp boosts Queensland rail capacity
GrainCorp has increased the number of trains under its management to 17 following a three-year, three-train deal with QR bulk freight subsidiary Australian Railroad Group (ARG), the agribusiness said today.
IATA members fire up over audit requirement
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has come under fire from Australian forwarders for incorrectly telling them they needed audited financial statements to avoid penalties or having their membership reviewed.
Chinese banks fail to meet Fortescue funding target
Fortescue Metals Group has so far failed to raise the US$6bn it had hoped Chinese banks would contribute to its planned infrastructure expansion.
International airfreight decline rate slowing
Demand for airfreight globally declined again in August although not quite to the same extent as the slump recorded in July.
MSC Carla fine sends warning to owners, masters
DLA Phillips Fox lawyers have warned shipowners and masters to ensure proper maintenance, repair and rapid response procedures to minimise the environmental impact of oil spills.
Full City pair may face criminal charges
Two seafarers detained by Norwegian police after the grounding of the bulk carrier, Full City, are today waiting to hear whether they will be forced to stay in the country until a trial next year.
Final hurdle still not cleared for Hapag-Lloyd
The German Parliament’s budget committee has surprisingly delayed a decision on whether to provide state aid to the ailing Hapag-Lloyd.
Spencer Gulf ferry service set to return soon
The Sea SA saga has taken a positive turn, with the South Australian ferry operator anticipating the resumption of its Spencer Gulf service from mid-October.
