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Unions seek strike approval from Viterra workers

Union members working for grain exporter Viterra could take strike action depending on a vote to be taken within the next 20 days.

Box volumes rise in SG but fall in HK

Singapore’s box throughput in June continued to show healthy year-on year growth.

Portland chairman announces retirement plans

Port of Portland chairman David Looker has announced he plans to retire from the board effective from September 30.

HR Wallingford enters ‘alliance' with FMSC

Civil engineering research and consultancy HR Wallingford (HRW) has entered into an ‘alliance’ with the Fremantle Maritime Simulation Centre.

Asian LNG imports forecast to rise

Countries such as China, Thailand and India are developing a bigger appetite for gas while several Asian countries are increasing their imports at a faster rate.

Supramax market in free fall

Supramax rates went into free fall last week, with brokers reporting rates declining “by the hour”.