Insight – Page 23
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Briese calls Globecomm to enhance vessel connectivity
Briese Schiffahrts has selected Globecomm Maritime to provide its Ku-band VSAT services to ensure its fleet of approximately 132 ships are connected to shore 24/7.
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Singapore to host PPG training course
The Project Professionals Group (PPG) will host its Project Cargo Forwarding Certificate training course in Singapore from November 26-27, 2018.
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Technology to revolutionise freight forwarding
While the fundamentals of freight forwarding remain unchanged, the short-term future of the sector will be characterised by the introduction of technologies that unlock value and enhance capability.
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Breakbulk is all set for Houston
With just over two months to go before the start of Breakbulk Americas 2018, Ian Matheson previews parts of the conference programme and provides some information on other aspects of the region’s largest event for the project logistics sector.
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ICS welcomes sulphur cap efforts
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) says it is encouraged by efforts made to resolve some pressing practical challenges of the global implementation of the 0.5 percent sulphur in fuel cap, which comes into effect on January 1, 2020.
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Shipping losses decline, but risks remain
Large shipping losses have declined by more than a third (38 percent) over the past decade, according to Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE’s (AGCS) Safety & Shipping Review 2018.
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Commodities outlook improves project logistics prospects
Commodity prices are rising and new projects are being approved around the world as energy majors, having driven down costs, begin to invest some of their cash stockpiles, writes David Kershaw.
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Trade war steams ahead
The trade war is a speeding train, accelerating with every trade-restrictive retaliatory measure imposed and becoming ever more difficult to stop, said the Baltic and International Maritime Council (BIMCO).
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Turkish hauliers campaign for regulations update
With major infrastructure developments planned, there are attempts under way to improve operating conditions for heavy haulage companies working in Turkey, writes Savannah Matheson.
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Global trade growth set to accelerate says DHL
The third DHL Global Trade Barometer (GTB) index has predicted that global trade growth will continue to accelerate over the next three months, despite increasing trade tensions.
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SC&RA encourages weather preparedness
The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SC&RA) has published Severe Weather Guidelines for the crane and rigging industry.
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Insourcing a key threat to forwarders
Logistics Trends & Insights has published its 2018 Evolving Freight Forwarding Market report, revealing that 54 percent of respondents think that shippers bringing their logistics functions in house is the biggest threat to the market.
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Super-heavy lift shipping sector adapts
The heavy lift and semi-submersible side of the shipping sector is certainly in a state of flux. Ian Matheson discusses the changes witnessed at those shipping lines serving the super-heavy cargo end of the spectrum.
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How to naviagte anti-bribery enforcement changes
With the US Department of Justice providing incentives for companies to voluntarily disclose any corruption they uncover, there is a stronger reason for companies to self-police, explains Robert Clark of TRACE International in HLPFI's July/August edition.
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A new era of green shipping
In 2017, new environmental regulations for the shipping industry came into force or were finalised, and progress was made on the future regulatory landscape for the sector. This year has already continued the development of a greener shipping industry.
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Mood is upbeat, but challenges to overcome
At this week's Breakbulk Europe event, during a discussion session on ocean-going issues, participants heard that companies on all sides of the supply chain still face many challenges.
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Breakbulk Europe sees sector striking the right notes
Greater optimism was on show at this week’s Breakbulk Europe event in Bremen, although the general sentiment was that business conditions remain tough in all sectors.
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Germany set to increase HGV tolls
The German cabinet has passed the fifth Federal Road Toll Act (Bundesfernstraßenmautgesetz). Starting January 1, 2019, there will be an increase in the tolls imposed on heavy goods vehicles (HGV).
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AGCS expands insurance offering
Allianz Global Corporate & Speciality (AGCS), Allianz Group’s specialist corporate insurer, has formed a partnership with its engineering division to offer expanded project cargo coverage.
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ICS fears chaos and confusion
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) fears ‘chaos and confusion’ unless the International Maritime Organization (IMO) resolves issues concerning the implementation of the 0.5 percent sulphur in marine fuel cap.