Import Cargo Surge Signals Retailers’ Seasonal Strategy

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As the winter holiday season approaches, major container ports are gearing up for an increase in import cargo volume. The ajot news source.

  • Resolved labour negotiations pave the way for retailers to focus on holiday preparation and shipping.
  • Despite declining cargo volume, rising consumer spending drives optimism for a cargo growth rebound.
  • Global Port Tracker projections hint at a potential uptick in cargo volume, offering hope for a smoother trade season ahead.
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[Watch] High-Speed Fishermen on Cargo Ship

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In April 2018, while crossing the Atlantic Ocean on a General Cargo ship, a cadet captured a video of the crew, primarily Indian with one Filipino, responding to the captain’s call for help to catch a large fish. Despite the ship’s speed of around 14 knots, the crew managed to safely capture the fish, identified as a wahoo, known to inhabit tropical and subtropical seas. The incident occurred during a pleasant afternoon and added excitement to their journey.

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Tragic Fire Injures Firefighters, Ship Stabilized

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On Saturday, fire crews at Port Newark made headway in containing the smouldering flames within a cargo ship. This comes after the tragic incident earlier this week, where two firefighters from New Jersey lost their lives and five others sustained injuries, as published on ABC7NY.

The incident

In a devastating incident at Port Newark, a fire broke out aboard the Italian-flagged cargo ship Grande Costa d’Avorio on Wednesday night. The fire started on the 10th deck,...

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Wind-Powered Racing Yacht Ship

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French shipping startup VELA has introduced a 100% wind-driven business model that offers a sustainable alternative for niche customers in the global shipping industry. By harnessing wind power, VELA aims to reduce carbon footprints and cater to clients seeking eco-friendly transportation options, as published in Clean Technica.

Wind Energy Makes A Comeback, With Pallets

French shipping startup VELA has introduced a unique concept by applying high-performance sailboat racing...

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Cargo Ship Capsizes Off Japan’s Coast

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Nine crew members remain missing after a cargo ship capsized off Japan’s Nagasaki prefecture on Wednesday. 

Distress Signal

The coast guard said it received a distress signal from the Hong Kong-flagged vessel Jin Tian late on Tuesday night as it cruised 110 kilometers (68 miles) west of the Danjo Islands in the East China Sea with a crew of 22 people aboard. The crew – 14 Chinese and eight Myanmar nationals – are believed to have been transferred to lifeboats before...

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