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Port of Brisbane tips flat year for trade
Total trade through the port of Brisbane will probably be “marginally” higher than 2008/09, according to Port of Brisbane Corporation chief executive Jeff Coleman.
Dry bulk hopes lift on China's import expectations
Investment bank JPMorgan Chase has predicted an average 10% market-wide lift in dry bulk rates on the back of expectations that Chinese demand for iron ore and coal imports will rise further.
APEC truck talks to enhance safety drive
Asia-Pacific countries including Australia are putting the spotlight on road haulage at a meeting today in Melbourne.
ACFS acquires Sydney's Freight Central
Australian Container Freight Services (ACFS) has acquired one of its Sydney rivals, Freight Central.
NATO forces re-capture hijacked bulker
Danish marines recaptured a Slovenian-owned bulk carrier on Friday and rescued the ship’s 25 crew, who had locked themselves in a secure room in the accommodation block.
Chris Campbell to head BHP iron ore business
Long-term BHP Billiton executive Chris Campbell is to replace Ian Ashby as head of BHP Billiton's iron ore business.
