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Rio powers to record export year

Iron ore exports from Rio Tinto mines in 2011 were at record levels, boosted by a strong fourth quarter, which also showed record figures.

Exports to Europe holding steady

Box exports to Europe from Australia and Oceania was the only major trade to post an increase in November, according to Container Trades Statistics (CTS).

New harbour master for Melbourne

Port of Melbourne has appointed Captain Gary Wilson as general manager, marine and navigational services, thereby becoming the port’s harbour master.

Keep faith in cruising, says Carnival

Cruising company Carnival Australia says the public should maintain confidence in the cruise line sector, despite the disaster unfolding in the Mediterranean.

A ship is its ‘own best lifeboat’

The Costa Concordia grounding comes 19 months after amendments to existing international passenger ship safety regulations came into force.

Pirates facing strong-arm tactics

Interception of pirate motherships has been of paramount concern for naval forces operating in the Gulf of Aden.

Five dead after tanker explodes

Five crew members died and six are still missing after an explosion sank a South Korean oil tanker north of Jawol Island near Incheon this week.