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MMA accused of abandoning seafarers to their deaths

Mermaid Marine Australia (MMA) is among three companies accused of actions “tantamount to murder at sea” according to documents filed at the US District Court of Texas.

More strikes planned for Patrick wharves

Patrick wharves will be hit by strikes this weekend, as the Maritime Union (MUA) increases pressure on the stevedoring company.

Ships at risk from theft in Asian waters

A piracy researcher says there here has been an increase in south-east Asian piracy in recent years.

New boss for Port Waratah Coal Services

Coal port operator, Port Waratah Coal Services (PWCS) has appointed former Rio Tinto executive Hennie du Plooy as chief executive.

Hansa arrests due to Beluga debt

Four vessels associated with Hansa Heavy Lift (HHL), the successor to collapsed German heavy-lift specialist Beluga Shipping, have been arrested on account of money still owed by Beluga.

Consolidation forecast for Asia-Europe box trades

China Shipping Container Lines (CSCL) posted a loss of Yuan 611m (US$95m) for the first half of 2011 compared with profits of Yuan1.7bn in the previous year’s period.

West Africa to Asia VLCC competition heats up

Competition among very large crude carrier owners to ship West African crude to Asia is heating up, brokers say.

Public holiday Monday, October 03

Lloyd's List DCN will be taking a short break for the NSW public holiday on Monday.