All articles by HeavyLiftPFI – Page 611

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    Samson launches synthetic emergency tow-off pendant

    2010-11-11T00:00:00Z

    November 11 - Samson, a world leader in performance cordage, has launched a new synthetic emergency tow-off pendant (ETOP) called Vulcan.

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    Bigger bollard pull for Fairmount Marine duo

    2010-11-11T00:00:00Z

    November 11 - Fairmount Marine has announced increased bollard pull capacities for two of its tugs, Fairmount Sherpa and Fairmount Summit.

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    Yet another conference planned

    2010-11-11T00:00:00Z

    November 11 - The news that Lloyd's List DCN has scheduled a breakbulk and project cargo conference between May 16 - 17th in Perth, leaves us wondering just how many of these events this industry can sustain.

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    Project cargo terminal software launched

    2010-11-10T00:00:00Z

    November 10 - Seattle-based software house Tideworks Technology has released Mainsail Vanguard, its next-generation terminal operating system (TOS), which has applications for project cargo, breakbulk and heavy lift terminal operations.

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    Cargo Equipment Experts network bags a hat trick of heavy lift brands

    2010-11-10T00:00:00Z

    November 10 - TII Group, a global manufacturer of specialised material handling equipment used to move project and heavy lift cargo, has become a member of the Cargo Equipment Experts (CEE) network for cargo equipment owners.

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    APP Global Logistics joins AOP Project Partners

    2010-11-10T00:00:00Z

    November 10 - Port Klang, Malaysia-based APP Global Logistics has joined the project forwarder network, AOP Project Partners.

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    Wilh. Wilhelmsen Q3 results boosted by cargo mix and efficiencies

    2010-11-10T00:00:00Z

    November 10 - Shipping group Wilh. Wilhelmsen (WW) has recorded a significant increase in operating profit and total income for Q3 2010 and credits "an improved cargo mix and operational efficiencies" as key drivers behind the solid results, says the grou

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    TBS International reports bullish Q3 and nine months 2010 financial results

    2010-11-10T00:00:00Z

    November 10 - TBS International has revealed financial and operating results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2010, a period that saw TBS take delivery of Montauk Maiden, the third in the series of six Roymar class, 34,000 dwt multipurpos

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    Mammoet makes strategic investment to provide testing location

    2010-11-09T00:00:00Z

    November 9 - Mammoet Benelux has acquired an eight hectare undeveloped harbour site at Autrichehaven in Westdorpe, near Terneuzen, with the intention of developing a third multi-purpose terminal in the Netherlands.

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    Battle over Idaho permits rumbles on

    2010-11-09T00:00:00Z

    November 9 - The Associated Press has reported that residents along US Highway 12 have asked the Idaho Transportation Department to conduct formal hearings before issuing any special permits allowing oil companies to transport huge loads of refinery equip

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    Project training includes Breakbulk Asia exhibition pass

    2010-11-09T00:00:00Z

    November 9 - A complimentary free pass to the exhibit hall during the 3rd Breakbulk Asia Conference & Exhibition at Suntec Singapore International Convention and Exhibition Centre will be provided to students attending the Certificate of Achievement in Pr

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    DB Schenker to handle 2011 Avalon Airshow

    2010-11-09T00:00:00Z

    November 9 - Since 1992, Schenker Australia Pty Ltd has been the official logistics provider and exclusive onsite handling agent for the Australian International Airshow. Every two years this impressive event takes place and attracts attention from nation

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    Logwin opens in Perth

    2010-11-08T00:00:00Z

    November 8 - Logwin has opened a new office in Perth, expanding the company's countrywide and regional network and providing additional support and services to customers in economically vibrant Western Australia.

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    OOCL steps forward to support forwarders awards

    2010-11-08T00:00:00Z

    November 8 - Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) has signed up to become the final category sponsor of the British International Freight Association's Freight Service Awards 2010.

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    Australia heavy equipment specialist joins GPLN

    2010-11-08T00:00:00Z

    November 8 - Freightplus (Australia) is the latest company to join the fast-expanding project forwarder group, the Global Projects Logistics Network (GPLN).

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    Cargo Associations come together to form industry advisory group

    2010-11-08T00:00:00Z

    November 8 - The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA), the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations and the Global Shippers' Forum (GSF) have agreed to work towards the formatio

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    Dockwise new ship to cater for cargoes of 100,000 tonnes

    2010-11-08T00:00:00Z

    November 8 - Subject to approval by a Special General Meeting of shareholders to authorise the proposed USD100 million rights issue to part-finance the investment, Dockwise Ltd has announced its intention to commission a newbuild vessel to serve the emerg

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    Uniship launches dedicated service between Brazil and Houston

    2010-11-05T00:00:00Z

    November 5 - Uniship has launched Houston Express Services, which according to company director, Renato Nunes da Silva, is designed to meet the growing demand for logistics solutions for the export of oversized and overweight loads.

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    TIACA take off for Maximus Air Cargo

    2010-11-05T00:00:00Z

    November 5 - At this week's TIACA Forum 2010 in Amsterdam, Maximus Air Cargon announced the launch of a new suite of ACMI and charter services.

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    Panalpina resolves Foreign Corrupt Practices Act cases with U.S. authorities

    2010-11-05T00:00:00Z

    November 5 - Panalpina has announced the final resolution of claims against it arising from an investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for violations of the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act