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Liner Shipping Main Characteristics of Liner Shipping Liner shipping emerged as a distinct form of maritime transport in the mid-19th century, coinciding with the introduction of steamships, which o

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Voyage Charter Voyage Charter Definition A Voyage or Spot Charter refers to a situation where a ship is contracted for a single Voyage between designated Ports. Essentially, the Shipowner commits …

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The bulk carrier sector is being reshaped by a combination of stringent new regulations and digital innovation. But these changes are not just about compliance; they are about enhancing safety, …

Demand for Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option or JOLCO as a source of financing in shipping has increased over recent years. In essence, JOLCO financings are similar to conventional …

From a regulatory perspective, some key developments have been introduced or taken effect over the past year, all of which will serve to enhance the safety of bulk carrier operations. …

European operations will be a major focus under FedEx Corp.’s plan to wring out $1 billion in additional structural costs this fiscal year, Chief Financial Officer John Dietrich said last …

A lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery system recently caught fire onboard an inspected passenger ship after its loosely crimped lugs overheated. Although no one was hurt and the damage to the vessel …

The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) 91st council meeting (C91) in Beijing assessed and advanced the association’s progress on safe decarbonisation and digital transitions,