James Miller

Major Overhaul Brings the Garadagh Dry Cargo Vessel Back to Active Duty

The Garadagh dry cargo vessel, a vital asset of ASCO under AZCON Holding, has recently resumed operations after a thorough and extensive overhaul at the Zigh Ship Repair and Construction Yard.

Pakistan’s National Shipping Fleet Grows With Addition of Two Aframax Tankers

Pakistan’s maritime sector is witnessing a pivotal transformation with the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) adding two new Aframax tankers to its fleet, pushing the total vessels from ten to twelve.

Malmö's Public Transport to See 180 New Solaris Urbino Electric Buses by 2027

Introducing Malmö’s New Electric Bus Fleet Malmö's public transit is gearing up for a major leap in sustainable transport. A contract has been signed for the delivery of 180 Solaris Urbino electric buses , destined to replace diesel vehicles and cut emissions across the city. Scheduled for roll-out between 2026 and 2027, this is a significant investment valued at nearly 150 million euros and symbolizes a bold move toward greener urban mobility. Scope and Scale of the Bus Contract The fleet to be delivered varies in size and capacity, tailored to serve both urban and suburban routes throughout Malmö, Sweden’s third-largest city. The buses come in lengths of 12, 15, 18, and 24 meters,

Inside Synergy Logistics’ SnapFulfil: The Future of Flexible Warehouse Management Systems

Warehouse Management Systems are evolving, and Synergy Logistics is right at the forefront with its innovative SnapFulfil solution.

Austal Appointed as Strategic Shipbuilder for Australia’s Tier 2 Surface Combatants

Austal has recently stepped into a significant position in Australia’s naval defence industry by entering a long-term Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement (SSA).

Geo Energy’s Strategic 51% Stake Purchase in Indonesian Shipping Firms Highlights Logistics Growth

Geo Energy is broadening its horizon by securing a 51% ownership in two prominent Indonesian shipping companies with a hefty US$127.5 million deal.

How MARINA's MEDIANS Software Is Transforming Fuel Consumption Tracking and Emissions in Shipping

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has rolled out a cutting-edge software system named Maritime Energy Demand Information and Analysis Software, or MEDIANS, designed specifically to help shipping companies gain better control over their fuel consumption and emissions.

Large-Scale Smuggled Cigarette Haul Worth P605 Million Uncovered by Bureau of Customs in Bulacan

The discovery of over P605 million worth of smuggled cigarettes tucked away in a Bulacan warehouse has sent ripples through the regulatory and logistics communities.

Changes in Kephis Inspection Regulations and Their Effects on Mombasa Port's Cargo Handling and Competitiveness

Fresh inspection regulations imposed by the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (Kephis) at the Port of Mombasa have stirred quite a reaction among shipping agents and cargo stakeholders.

South Korea Advances with Biomethanol Plant to Meet Growing Methanol-Powered Shipping Demands

South Korea is stepping up its green energy game with a groundbreaking biomethanol plant, designed to meet the rising demand for cleaner fuel in the country’s methanol-powered shipping fleet.

US Government Considers Shipbuilding and Defense Stakes Following Semiconductor Investments

US Government Eyes New Industrial Stakes Post-Semiconductor Investment The U.S. Treasury and Commerce departments have signaled a strategic interest in acquiring stakes in American shipbuilding firms after recent moves in the semiconductor industry. This potential pivot aims to bolster the nation's self-sufficiency in critical industries that have seen decades of underinvestment. Semiconductor Moves Spark Broader Industrial Strategy Following an $8.9 billion subsidy package under the CHIPS Act and a notable 9.9% government stake acquisition in Intel, officials are now considering similar approaches toward shipbuilding and even defense contractors. The reasoning? Strengthening vital sectors

Arctic LNG 2 Completes Its First LNG Delivery to China Amid Shifting Sanctions Landscape

After more than a year of anticipation and several stalled cargo movements, the Arctic LNG 2 project has successfully delivered its first liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo to China, a major global LNG consumer.