Cooper Consolidated, LLC has announced the expansion of its bulk stevedoring fleet with the addition of two 4000C Series Equilibrium Cranes, the largest cranes ever built by E-Crane. These cranes, named “Pelican” and “Creole King,” reinforce the company’s position as the leading bulk stevedoring service provider on the Mississippi River.Continue Reading
Uganda Airlines and Brussels Airlines Reopen Flights to Kinshasa Amid Regional Stability After a brief hiatus, Uganda Airlines and Brussels Airlines are back in the skies, resuming their flights to Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). On January 30, Uganda Airlines officially announced the restartContinue Reading
Capesize Market The Capesize market saw a generally softer week, with the 5TC dropping to $6,733 by Thursday, before slightly recovering to $6,964 by the end of the week. The Pacific showed signs of strength early on, driven by healthy cargo flows and tightening tonnage. However, reported fixtures struggled toContinue Reading
Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport has secured its spot as one of the busiest airports in the Middle East and Africa for 2024, ranking seventh on the list. This impressive achievement, according to aviation analytics firm OAG, is based on airline capacity, both domestic and international. OR Tambo saw 12.2Continue Reading
The global container shipping industry is witnessing a major shift as Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd officially launched their Gemini Cooperation on February 1, 2024. This new vessel-sharing alliance replaces Maersk’s previous 2M partnership with MSC and is set to revolutionize shipping efficiency, boosting reliability to over 90% once fully operational. AContinue Reading
Danish shipping giant Maersk has reported a remarkable $6.09 billion net profit for 2024, marking a 56% surge from the previous year’s $3.9 billion. This milestone reflects strong growth across its ocean, logistics, and terminal divisions, setting the tone for global shipping dynamics in 2025—an outlook African cargo handlers andContinue Reading
In-flight connectivity has become a standard feature on many international airlines, offering passengers the ability to stay connected while soaring above the clouds. However, South African passengers may have to wait a bit longer for this luxury to become a reality on domestic flights. Challenges Ahead for Local Airlines KirbyContinue Reading
Travel scams are evolving, and cybercriminals are increasingly using sophisticated tactics to deceive unsuspecting travelers. One common method is the creation of fake airline apps, promoted through social media ads, designed to steal sensitive personal and banking information. A recent case reported by news24.com on January 27 highlights this growingContinue Reading
In 2024, North Sea Port recorded a 0.7% increase in seaborne cargo transhipment, reaching a total of 66.3 million tons, continuing its positive trend despite the current economic and geopolitical challenges. Inland navigation saw even more impressive growth, rising by 4.4%, reflecting the port’s robust performance in a time ofContinue Reading
PT Bukit Asam Tbk (PTBA) has hit an all-time high in coal sales, reaching a remarkable 42.9 million tons in 2024, a 16% increase from the previous year. This milestone marks a significant leap from 26.1 million tons in 2020, growing year after year to 37 million tons in 2023.Continue Reading
