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AFIF chief warns of volcano impact on airfreight

Australian Federation of International Forwarders chief executive Brian Lovell has highlighted the effects from the Icelandic volcano on Australia-bound air cargo.

Territory government talks tough on pollution inquiry

The Northern Territory government has promised direct action if an investigation into pollution at the port finds the port corporation or its employees at fault.

Shen Neng 1 heading to Gladstone port for repairs

The Shen Neng 1 is expected to arrive at the port of Gladstone on Thursday to unload coal and undergo repair work before leaving Australian shores.

Singapore backs 100% scanning of containers

Washington’s controversial 100% maritime container-scanning regulation has received important support from Singapore, home to the world’s number one box port and a major transhipment hub for global trade.

Kuehne+Nagel sea freight volumes soar

Kuehne+Nagel has experienced a turnaround in its global sea freight business as the group’s container volumes rose 17% during the first quarter, ahead of the market’s 12% average bounce back.

FedEx flies high as Asian export volumes surge

With strong growth in intra-Asia, China and express cargo shipments globally, a senior FedEx Express executive said the company was "seeing encouraging signs" in the global economy.

Tasmanian ministry to be named tomorrow

Speculation last week that Tasmanian Greens MP Tim Morris might gain the infrastructure ministry, which includes transport, in a Labor-led state government now appears wide of the mark.

Berlian Laju Tanker into red as revenues drop

Indonesian tanker operator Berlian Laju Tanker plunged into the red last year following a drop in operating income and decreases in the value of convertible bonds and its fleet.

South Australian students to see The Road Ahead

The South Australian Freight Council and the Australian Trucking Association are combining to head off a looming shortfall in transport and logistics skills, with a tour of the state's schools as part of a national recruiting strategy.

Aboitiz plans ferry fleet upgrade as profit soars

Philippines ferry operator Aboitiz Transport System plans to upgrade its fleet in 2010 after increasing capital expenditure on vessels and ship maintenance to Peso2.5bn (US$56.3m), up from Peso1.9bn in 2009.