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Trump seeks expansion of U.S. Navy fleet
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday he wants a U.S. military buildup of more ships…
Australia recovers cash for 10 Filipino seafarers
Australia’s Fair Work Ombudsman has recovered AUD100,649 (USD 76,010) for ten seafarers from the Philippines who…
Industry bodies issue ‘wish list’ for revised EU maritime strategy
A group of 10 international shipping associations attending European Shipping Week have issued a joint industry…
Oman secures funds for 10 tankers
Omani government-owned Oman Shipping Company (OSC) has secured USD227 million in debt to finance the acquisition…
India considers reinstating 25% wheat import tax
India could impose a 25 per cent import tax on wheat by the middle of March,…
Shipping can and must prevent another bankruptcy – FMC chief
The entire shipping industry – carriers and their customers and suppliers – need to come together…
ZIM back to black in Q4
Israeli shipping company ZIM has managed to return to profit in the fourth quarter of 2016,…
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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) is objecting to any plan by government to increase the Value…