Blockchain partnership targets minerals

BHP plans to launch its first ammonia-fueled ship by 2026, evaluating eight firms for construction, and awaiting cost assessments, while ammonia engines are expected by 2025.

Himalaya Shipping has received the tenth of twelve 210,000 dwt Newcastlemax dual-fuel newbuildings from New Times Shipyard, with the remaining two vessels expected for delivery in June.

Four companies trial a remote-controlled scraping robot for wood-chip carriers, aiming to improve safety and address workforce shortage.

Initial clients Mineral Resources and Pilbara Minerals commit to Lumsden Point, a key port expansion project enabling diverse trade and renewable growth.

Rio Tinto to retrofit an owned vessel with fluidic air lubrication system from Alfa Laval.

UPM partners with DB Cargo to transition to rail transport for timber, enhancing sustainability for its Leuna biorefinery.