International Forest Products Transport Association

Published: May 14, 2013 | Policy and Politics

The European Commission has adopted an Action Plan to revitalise the marine and maritime economy in the Atlantic Ocean Area, aiming at creating sustainable growth in coastal regions while preserving the environmental and ecological stabilty of the Atlantic Ocean.

Pulp trade flows

Published: May 13, 2013 | Industry Insights

Industry data show pulp trade flows have changed over the past decade. But it is still unclear about what that means for the future.

Pollution's problems

Published: May 9, 2013 | Environment

The emissions trading system (ETS) and the recent vote to withhold some 900 million carbon credits from the third phase of the ETS has caused some critics to say the system is broken.

Wait and see mode

Published: May 6, 2013 | Market Spotlight

Imports from North Europe to US continued to decline in January and February, making it difficult for ocean carriers to get westbound freight rates back up. The US economy is growing, but containerised cargo does not yet appear to be part of the equation.

Published: May 3, 2013 | Shipping and Maritime

Rickmers-Linie has added a tenth vessel on its eastbound Round-the-World Pearl String Service as part of its continuing programme of investment in its services.

Beginning of the end

Published: April 30, 2013 | Industry Insights

Although 2013 is expected to fare better than 2012, in terms of dry bulk freight rates, it will still take the market a while, before it gains some solid ground under its feet, said BIMCO's Chief Shipping Analyst, Peter Sand.

Beware of impending tight capacity

Published: April 29, 2013 | Market Analysis

An influx of large vessel tonnage onto the Asia-Europe trade is driving rates lower, while the cascading of unwanted smaller ship sizes is lowering pricing elsewhere. How much longer will carriers allow rates to fall before pulling capacity?

Take away or take over

Published: April 29, 2013 | China

For two decades China has been the driving force behind global industrial growth and the demand for shipping capacity. But, its recent dip in growth has been accompanied by some significant trends; bigger increases in consumption and services, less in investment and manufacturing.

Published: April 29, 2013 | Shipping and Maritime

The German manufacturing business expectation fell to 101.6 in April from 103.6 in March, its second consecutive decline since February this year. This points to a negative outlook for Germanyâ€™s factory orders and could mean lower production, which will indirectly negatively impact shipping demand

Published: April 29, 2013 | Trade Flows

Moscow's recent statements and actions indicate its intention to take the lead in controlling the diverse resources of the Arctic Ocean. Asian countries share a concern with Russiaâ€“namely, the northward shift of trade routes as the polar cap melts and the Northern Route becomes more navigable.

Published: April 18, 2013 | Breakbulk

The dry bulk market remains depressed. While demand is returning to normal, adjustments of the fleet are needed before balance can be achieved and the market can start improving.

Published: April 15, 2013 | Breakbulk

There is little doubt that the introduction and subsequent domination of the shipping container enabled the massive expansion of worldwide trade and the rise of globalisation.

Bulk tonnage at bargain prices

Published: April 12, 2013 | Market Analysis

More ship owners operating in the dry bulk market appear to have developed a newfound optimism in the market's prospects. As they look ahead to the market's return to heathier levels, many are acquiring new bulkers at bargin prices.

Published: April 12, 2013 | Ports

Ratification is approved by 88% of ILA members, represents the first time in modern ILA history that every ILA Local voted in favor.

Will container profits return?

Published: April 9, 2013 | Industry Insights

Ocean container carriers just about scraped over the break-even line in 2012, only because of the results of a few leading companies. This is a very poor return for moving nearly 170 million TEU of loaded containers.

'Make it break it' time

Published: April 9, 2013 | Logistics Today

Colliers International released its third North American Port Analysis report this week that examines the evolving trade patterns resulting from the upcoming Panama Canal expansion in 2015.

China: Maritime Superpower

Published: April 9, 2013 | Shipping and Maritime

The Global Marine Trends 2030 report suggest that, despite the short-term outlook, global trade will continue to increase, drawing with it the world's commercial fleets.

Low carbon energy future

Published: April 1, 2013 | Biomass and Bioenergy

Humber Ports will receive up to £100m to handle wood pellet shipments. The new project is aimed at supporting UK energy producer Drax Power Limited, as it moves away from coal to to biomass for generating electricity.

Confidence levels on the rise

Published: March 29, 2013 | Shipping and Maritime

Shipping Confidence Survey from Moore Stephens shows two successive quarters of improved confidence, for the three months ending in Feb 2013, suggesting the start of a credible recovery from the current shipping cycle.

Going the distance

Published: March 20, 2013 | Logistics Today

Investing in Lazertto B berth at the Port of Baltimore, and the installation of one of the East Coast's largest bulk cargo crane, Rukert Terminals is building their business on a long-term strategy.