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Short-term system for ore as prices jump 90%
Australian mining companies have regained the upper hand in the lucrative iron ore shipping market after overnight confirmation that some Chinese steel mills will pay close to twice as much for the commodity from tomorrow.
International aircargo traffic near pre-crisis levels
International aircargo traffic, which hit rock bottom in December 2008, is edging closer towards pre-global economic crisis levels.
Patrick terminal reopens after fatal accident
The Patrick container terminal at Sydney’s Port Botany has reopened following the fatal accident which resulted in the death of one of its stevedores on Sunday.
DP World crane upgrade to start at Fremantle
The first of four new cranes for DP World's Australian terminals was to arrive at the port of Fremantle this afternoon.
Gindalbie's $71bn deal to boost Geraldton upgrade
Geraldton port has returned to the spotlight with Gindalbie Metals finalising its $71bn iron-ore deal with China's Ansteel.
Welfare groups back seafarer mental health effort
The mental health of seafarers visiting the port of Melbourne has been brought into focus with the launch of a new information booklet.
Hutchison profits increase by 12%
Hutchison Whampoa, parent firm of Hutchison Port Holdings, saw profits rise 12% in 2009 as revaluation of investment properties and asset disposal helped offset losses from its telecoms division.
