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Charter rate rises on unexpected demand growth
NewsIncreasing trade and contracting supply will support a recovery in charter rates on major dry bulk shipping routes, with the prospect of Chi...
Rusal seeks Chinese partners for Siberian smelter
NewsRussian aluminium group Rusal has signed a co-operation agreement with the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation to wor...
China becomes net steel exporter
NewsFrom a net steel importer, China has become a net exporter of steel products, according to Luo Binsheng, vice president of the China Iron an...
Coal demand still hotting up
NewsDespite environmental objections, coal-fired power generation still remains the most viable source of electrical energy. High oil prices cou...
Soya trade still a soaring success
NewsWhile Chinese ore demand (see page 13 of this issue) has been the bedrock of the freight recovery, it is not quite the whole story. There ar...
China’s ore inspiring rise
NewsFreight rates have risen inexorably over the last 12 months and the trend shows no real signs of abating. A key underlying cause has been se...
Steel market
NewsOf interest to equipment suppliers is the forecast that Chinese iron ore imports will rise by at least 10 mt this year followed by a further...
events
Project Cargo Summit is an international event for project cargo, heavy lift and break bulk professionals. After 6 successful editions, we are back in 2024 to meet you all. On 17-18 September, Project Cargo Summit 2024 brings the project cargo and break bulk industry in Bilbao, Spain for two days full of content and networking.
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The essential event that connects the global port and container supply chain community across the Americas region. As the Port and Terminal industry goes from strength to strength, TOC Americas continues to be the ultimate place to LEARN from our renowned two-track conference agenda; BE INSPIRED by influential industry leaders and technical experts; RE-CONNECT with key container supply chain professionals from across the region; NETWORK at our famous social programme and exclusive fiestas; and DISCOVER the latest innovations at the global Port Technology exhibition.
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Due to take place from the 8-10 October in Hamburg, Germany, the #IAPH2024 World Ports Conference will bring together stakeholders from the global maritime supply chain and deliver an international platform for networking, innovation and debate. This world-class event gives you the opportunity to learn from industry leaders sharing the latest updates and information on best practice solutions. The 2024 conference will focus on: Managing risk - building resilience - unlocking opportunities.
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