news
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
Asia’s premier event for container shipping and intermodal transport – Intermodal Asia returns to the SWEEC, Shanghai, 22 – 24 May 2024. Since 2014, it has been a focal point for collaboration, business, and future-readiness in the container shipping and intermodal transport communities. In partnership with the China Container Industry Association (CCIA) and supported by CIMC, it is the most targeted annual gathering in Asia, offering an ideal platform for global manufacturers and suppliers. Intermodal Asia welcomes visitors from diverse sectors, including shippers, ports, technology providers, shipping agents, shipping lines, and logistics services providers.
TOC Europe is the ultimate gathering for port and cargo professionals. Connect with C-level decision-makers, engineers, automation experts, and digitalization specialists. Uncover the latest tech to supercharge your port operations – all under one roof!
Multimodal is the industry’s annual meeting place where cargo owners and shippers attend to find ways to improve their supply chains, make them more sustainable and discover innovative ideas to solve their transport and logistics issues.