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Hapag-Lloyd jacks up freight rates for East Asia-US trade

German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd said it will implement rate hikes for all…
  • July 13, 2012
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Asia-US container lines stay focused on freight rates as market improves

Transpacific shipping lines have stepped up efforts to raise freight rates, seeking…
  • July 12, 2012
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Hapag-Lloyd announces rate hikes and peak season surcharges

Hapag-Lloyd said it will implement a peak season surcharge (PSS) for all cargo…
  • July 9, 2012
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Container ships could reap $1.8-B profit in 2012

After losses of over US$6 billion in 2011 and an “appalling” first…
  • July 4, 2012
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Jan-May PH cargo throughput, container volume up marginally

Philippine cargo throughput grew 5.55% in the first months of the year…
  • July 4, 2012
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Panama Canal postpones toll hikes to October

The proposed toll hikes at the Panama Canal will be moved from…
  • July 2, 2012
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RCL sees sustained growth in PH business for 2012

Feeder operator Regional Container Lines (RCL) is anticipating sustained business growth in…
  • July 1, 2012
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Shipping confidence rises for fourth successive quarter

Overall confidence levels in the shipping industry increased in the three months…
  • June 29, 2012
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Lorenzo Shipping eyes higher income for the year

PHILIPPINE cargo carrier Lorenzo Shipping Corp (LSC) expects to post higher income…
  • June 26, 2012
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15% hike in cargo-related handling fees at Manila ports approved

The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has approved a 15% increase in cargo-related…
  • June 25, 2012
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