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Geelong records large trade boost

Total throughput at Port of Geelong reached 14.2m tonnes in 2010-11, according to the annual report from the Victorian Regional Channels Authority.

Cosco box shipping makes $148.4m loss

Shipping giant Cosco has announced a $148.4m loss.

General approval for ECP booking system

Transport groups have broadly welcomed the ACCC’s approval of an online booking system for nine Melbourne empty container parks.

Reclamation works begins at Port Kembla

Reclamation work has begun on Port Kembla’s Outer Harbour expansion.

Better times looming for dry bulk

Dry bulk carrier fleet utilisation rates are approaching 90%, a level that indicates a firming market and improved earnings for shipowners, according to Lorentzen & Stemoco.

New chief for Maritime New Zealand

Maritime New Zealand has appointed Keith Manch as the chief executive and director of the organisation.

Cosco to consolidate dry bulk

China Cosco Holdings has outlined plans to consolidate three of its dry bulk units into one new entity.