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The Federal Maritime Commission announced it has closed one of its two investigations of how Canadian ballast water regulations impact shipping in the Great Lakes, but the remaining investigation will continue to permit the agency to assess if Canadian government policies create unfavorable conditions affecting U.S. flagged vessels operating in the U.S.-Canada trade. The Commission […]

London-based Anemoi Marine Technologies completed the installation of five Rotor Sails onboard the 400,000 dwt Very Large Ore Carrier (VLOC), Sohar Max, making it the largest vessel to receive wind propulsion technology to date. Sohar Max is a first generation Valemax, built in 2012 in China’s Rongsheng shipyard. The project showcased global collaboration between Brazilian

WASHINGTON — A new study has produced the first map of all coastal communities and infrastructure across the Arctic, showing the vulnerability of the built environment to threats from climate change. Erosion is currently the biggest threat to Arctic coastlines; some places are already experiencing erosion up to 20 meters (67 feet) per year. But rising seas and

The Port of Cleveland has approved a new contract with Logistec USA Inc. to be the terminal operator for the 2025 shipping season, a partnership expected to significantly increase operating revenues. Rodney Corrigan, President of Logistec Stevedoring Inc., said, “We are proud to continue our partnership with the Port of Cleveland. Together, we are driving

The Port of Thunder Bay has reported continued strength in shipping activity with just over one month remaining in the navigation season. The port has handled modern record volumes of key cargoes this season including potash and phosphate fertilizer, as shown by volumes to end November. The year-to-date overall total amounted to 9.2 million metric

President-elect Donald Trump has publicly thrown his support behind the leadership of the International Longshoremen’s Association in its battle against automation in U.S. ports. He expressed his support in a posting on his Truth Social media platform late yesterday after meeting with ILA President Harold Daggett, and Executive VP Dennis Daggett. He also released a

The Board of Directors of the American Great Lakes Ports Association (AGLPA) has appointed Brian Oszakiewski to Executive Director, succeeding Steve Fisher at the end of December after 30 years of distinguished leadership.A native Chicagoan, Mr. Oszakiewski is a longtime transportation and infrastructure advocate with extensive experience in policy, government relations, communications, administration, and stakeholder engagement at

McAsphalt Industries Limited has announced the addition of the McAsphalt Advantage, with state-of-the-art safety and sustainability features tailored for optimal trade on the Great Lakes. This strategic investment highlights the company’s commitment to enhancing supply chain efficiency and operational excellence, solidifying its leadership position within the industry. The McAsphalt Advantage represents a significant advancement in logistical

London – Greenpeace International and Greenpeace UK have agreed with Shell to settle the oil giant’s multimillion US dollar intimidation lawsuit over a peaceful protest conducted by the campaign groups last year. The settlement follows over a year of sustained campaigning by Greenpeace against Shell’s lawsuit. Experts have described the case as a strategic lawsuit