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Iceland has suspended the operations of one of its two whaling vessels for taking too long to kill a fin whale, the authorities and the boat's owner said on Friday.The government two weeks ago ended a two-month pause in whaling that had been…
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https://www.marinelink.com/news/iceland-suspends-whaling-ship-animal-508085The European Commission said on Friday that it would not extend a ban on imports of Ukrainian grains into Ukraine's five EU neighbors due to expire on Friday."It has concluded that thanks to the work of the Coordination Platform and to the temporary measures introduced on 2 May 2023…
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https://www.marinelink.com/news/eu-not-extend-ban-ukraine-grains-imports-508087A&P and Cammell Laird have been awarded contracts by BAE Systems to build units for the U.K. Royal Navy’s Type 26 Frigates.The advanced anti-submarine warfare vessels are being constructed at BAE Systems’ site in Govan, Scotland, but will incorporate…
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https://www.marinelink.com/news/bae-systems-taps-ap-cammell-laird-help-508088The Shearer Group, Inc. (TSGI) announced Mitchell Levi has joined its naval architecture, marine engineering, and marine surveying firm as a naval architect. He holds a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Naval Architecture…
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https://www.marinelink.com/news/naval-architect-mitchell-levi-joins-508090Houston-based dredging contractor Great Lakes Dredge & Dock has been awarded a contract from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to perform maintenance dredging in Saint Marys, Ga.Great Lakes was one of two bidders for the project, securing the $18…
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https://www.marinelink.com/news/great-lakes-awarded-usace-dredging-work-508091China Becomes the World's Largest Shipping Nation
Published by ECNS
Beijing, China 🇨🇳 - In a significant milestone, China has emerged as the world's foremost shipping nation, surpassing Greece in terms of deadweight tonnage, announced an official from the Ministry of Transport on Tuesday.
The Chinese shipowners' fleet has achieved a staggering total capacity of 249.2 million deadweight tons, cementing China's position as the leader in global shipping. This achievement underscores the critical role played by China's shipping industry within its comprehensive transportation system, supporting economic growth, social development, and key national strategies.
Gao Haiyun, an official associated with the ministry's water transport bureau, highlighted the pivotal role of China's shipping sector in advancing the nation's modernization efforts. China has not only expanded its maritime shipping routes to connect with over 100 countries and regions but has also extended its reach to encompass all coastal nations involved in the Belt and Road Initiative, continually expanding its service network.
Maritime transportation is a linchpin of China's foreign trade, accounting for approximately 95 percent of its volume. This mode of transport is crucial for ensuring the smooth movement of essential commodities, including imported grains and energy resources. Moreover, it has played a vital role in maintaining the stability and efficiency of domestic and international supply chains, contributing to global trade.
China's dominance in shipping is further reflected in its port activities, with the country consistently ranking first in the world for both cargo throughput and container handling. Among the top ten ports globally, China boasts eight positions for cargo throughput and seven for container handling. In the previous year, China's national port cargo throughput recorded an impressive 15.685 billion tons, while container throughput reached a remarkable 296 million TEUs.
As China's shipping industry continues to flourish and expand its global reach, it underscores the nation's commitment to becoming a key player in international trade and logistics.
Source: ECNS
A luxury cruise ship that ran aground this week in a remote part of Greenland with 206 people on board was pulled free by a fishing trawler on Thursday.The Ocean Explorer cruise vessel had been stuck since Monday in mud and silt in the Alpefjord national park…
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https://www.marinelink.com/news/cruise-ship-pulled-free-running-aground-508061Roger Wicker, a U.S. Senator from Mississippi, urged Acting Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Lisa M. Franchetti to focus on shipbuilding and the expansion of the nation's naval forces.Wicker, the ranking member of the Senate Armed Services Committee…
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https://www.marinelink.com/news/wicker-urges-navy-nominee-focus-508062Babcock International Group and HII have combined forces in Australia, working together to support critical capability requirements for the AUKUS nuclear submarine program.The partnership builds on the existing agreement between both companies to partner in the UK and US on nuclear decommissioning…
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https://www.marinelink.com/news/babcock-hii-team-support-aukus-nuclear-508065During the IADC Annual General Meeting in Barcelona, IADC President Frank Verhoeven revealed the winner of the Safety Award 2023: Boskalis for its improved safety design of the water box.Boskalis introduced new water boxes for sand fill areas…
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