Citing the strength of the company’s order book and success at returning to full production levels during the fourth quarter, Fincantieri’s CEO Giuseppe Bono forecast a strong return for the business in 2021 including profitability and improved operations. Due to the strains placed on the shipbuilder’s global operations due to the pandemic and the cruise […]
Responding to the growing outcry over the increasing security risks for mariners in West Africa and the repeated reports of Nigerian pirates being at the center of the activity, the Nigerian government is reportedly taking actions to enhance security. The transport minister is speaking out saying his country will increase its efforts to improve security in […]
Israel has banned the sale of all domestic Mediterranean-sourced seafood in response to the severe petroleum spill that has affected its western coastline over the past week. The prohibition covers the distribution or marketing of any Mediterranean seafood from waters off Israel, effective immediately. “While so far no evidence has shown any danger arising from […]
A new report from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) highlights the growing role that shipping, and specifically containers, is playing in counterfeit merchandise transported and sold around the world. OECD is calling for ports as well as the shipping companies and manufacturers to take more steps to combat the threat to trade […]
The plight of the sea turtles in the Gulf of Mexico drew broad attention during the recent cold weather in Texas. Volunteers turned out to help the animals which were stunned by the cold temperate. Thousands of turtles were found floating in the cold waters unable to move or washed up along the shore. Volunteers […]
After completing repairs to their cutting gear, salvors have resumed the process of separating the third segment of the wrecked ro/ro Golden Ray for removal and scrapping. The third cut passes through the vessel’s engine room and is proving to be much more time-consuming than the previous two, with delays due to a connecting link […]
An Israeli-owned car carrier outbound in the Gulf of Oman suffered an explosion on February 25 resulting in damage to the vessel above the waterline and no injuries to the crew. The ship is reportedly returning to Dubai under its own power for an inspection and repairs. The 21,000 dwt Helios Ray, built in South […]
Cox Powertrain, a leading British manufacturer of high-powered diesel outboard engines for the global marine industry, is pleased to announce it has successfully raised £9 million from existing shareholders and a further £3 million loan from HSBC UK Equipment Finance to allow the company to expand and ramp up production of the market-revolutionising CXO300 outboard […]
Tomal Sohorab, manager of cargo solutions and business development at Air Canada Cargo spoke to ACW about reuniting pets and owners separated by the pandemic and how the Airline is taking action against the illegal wildlife trade. ACW: The pandemic has left many families separated by border closures- this includes pets as well. How has […]
IAG Cargo today announced its 2020 full year results, reporting commercial revenues of €1,306 million over the period from January 1 to December 31 2020, an increase of 18.5% on 2019 at constant currency. Overall yields for the year were up 94.6% on the same time last year at constant currency. Sold tonnes were down 34.9% […]
Network Airline Services has today announced the renewal of their GSA contract with RwandAir in Germany and France, cementing the relationship for a further 2 years. During the pandemic, RwandAir has continued to operate flights, with their Airbus A330 aircraft, to and from Europe with strong support from both our Network Airline Services office in […]
American Airlines Cargo is leveraging industry-leading technology to offer customers enhanced supply chain tools for a smoother and more efficient shipping process. After completing the implementation of a new end-to-end management system last year, the carrier is using the iCargo platform to evolve business capabilities that support the varying needs of its customers. To better […]
