The role of the Hellenic shipbuilding sector in the LNG era

The present and the future of the shipbuilding industry in Greece towards LNG as fuel era, was the focus of...

China urged to play bigger role in setting global commodity prices

As China pledges to internationalise its futures markets, the country should open commodity futures trading to foreign participants and play a bigger role in setting global prices for metal, energy, and agricultural commodities, according to industry play

China returns to play larger role in Angolan November crude program

China has returned to be the main buyer for Angola's November crude program, data from Platts shows,...

The role of the watchkeeper in the days of E-navigation

Navigators of a certain age, who sailed with decent companies under respectable flags, were brought up with the golden rule that “keeping a good look-out” was the absolute priority for the hours they were on the bridge. ...

A look at London’s future role in the world of shipping

Yesterday, the Shipping Professional Network London (SPNL) released the results of its “Future...

Singapore Bids for Role as LNG Hub With Second Terminal

Singapore plans to build a second receiving terminal for liquefied natural gas as it pursues a...

Maritime bureau aims to shore up Hong Kong's role as shipping hub

The Hong Kong government plans to set up an inter-departmental body to provide a one-stop...