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A new study examines the risk to whales from ship strikes – the leading cause of death worldwide for the species. Thousands of whales are injured or killed each year after being struck by ships, particularly the large container vessels that transport 80% of the world’s traded goods across the oceans. Yet global data on […]

The Drewry WCI composite index decreased 2% to $3,331 per feu, which is 68% below the previous pandemic peak of $10,377 in September 2021 but 134% more than the average $1,420 in 2019 (pre-pandemic), the UK shipping consultancy reported. The average YTD composite index is $3,966 per feu, which is $1,116 higher than the 10-year

LOGISTEC, a leading North American marine services provider, is proud to announce that it has been awarded The People Development Award at the 2024 International Bulk Journal (IBJ) Awards ceremony held in Antwerp, Belgium. This recognizes LOGISTEC’s dedication to excellence in developing a comprehensive, scalable, and effective training program that has significantly improved safety performance and

The Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) in Germany and the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority in Canada have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate across a range of port priorities. The MOU will see the two port authorities increase cooperation across multiple key areas: maritime decarbonization; safety; digital practices and new technology; and cruise operations.

Québec – Green Marine International has announced the appointment of three new European directors from Green Marine Europe to its Board of Directors. The twelve-member Board of Directors now includes executives from North American and European companies, highlighting the global and multi-sector aspects of the organization. The three senior executives from Green Marine Europe certified

Guenther Siemens, who has been with BBC Chartering in varying positions for more than 25 years, takes over the role of the Managing Director of Briese Chartering as from 1 January 2025. He succeeds Ilona Lazareva, who is leaving the position at her own request but will remain with Briese Chartering as a chartering broker.

Unifor members of Council 4000 and Local 100 at Canadian National Railway (CN Rail) have voted overwhelmingly in favour of a strike mandate, with 96% of Local 100 members and 97% of Council 4000 members supporting the mandate, preparing to take action should an agreement not be reached by January 1, 2025. Council 4000 represents over

The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) Authority has announced a $100 million investment in the Cruiseport, including $60 million for shore power, a significant step forward for sustainable maritime practices at the Port of Boston, benefitting both cruise industry partners and the surrounding community. Massport celebrated a record-breaking passenger count at Flynn Cruiseport Boston this year

Following a six-day work stoppage earlier this month, dockworkers and maritime employers at the Port of Montreal are to resume negotiations that have long been deadlocked for a new collective agreement. Under the “consensual” agreement announced today, the two sides set a period of 90 days for the negotiating process, followed by binding arbitration. Veteran

The Port of Québec and Destination Québec cité announce that, for the second year in a row, Québec City has been named Best Cruise Destination in Canada/New England for 2024 by Porthole Cruise and Travel magazine. The Reader’s Choice Awards are based on the votes of thousands of the magazine’s readers, who evaluate the best