Port of Tilbury Expands Operations with Investment in LHM 550 Mobile Harbour Crane The Port of Tilbury, part of the Forth Ports group, is located on the iconic River Thames and serves as the UK’s primary hub for the import and export of goods. Handling 16 million tonnes annually, itContinue 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
In 2024, HOPA Ports (Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority) made significant strides, handling a combined total of 11.46 million metric tonnes (MT) of cargo through its facilities in Hamilton, Oshawa, and the Thorold Multimodal Hub. The record cargo volume reflects the growing importance of trade-enabling infrastructure to Ontario’s economy, supporting key industriesContinue 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
President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to driving economic growth and revitalizing South Africa’s infrastructure, announcing an ambitious R940 billion investment over the next three years. Delivering his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday night, Ramaphosa emphasized that infrastructure development is a key pillar of aContinue 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
In a move to preserve the beauty of Nice’s coastline and reduce overcrowding, Mayor Christian Estrosi has announced a significant decision: the ban on cruise ships exceeding 190 meters in length or carrying more than 900 passengers. This new regulation will come into effect on July 1, signaling a shiftContinue 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
