by Canadian Sailings | Aug 29, 2018 | Other, Ports and Terminals
Halifax Port Authority is pleased to announce it has been invited to join a blockchain-focused digital global shipping platform developed by Maersk and IBM, known as TradeLens.The goal is to develop a highly secure digital ledger system that promotes the sharing of...
by Canadian Sailings | Aug 29, 2018 | Other
By Alexander WhitemanEfforts to migrate logistics companies towards blockchain systems are increasing, with Maersk and IBM’s collaborative effort having recruited 94 organizations. The joint-venture was given its first public airing on August 9, when the shipping and...
by Canadian Sailings | Aug 29, 2018 | Other, Ports and Terminals
By Ian PutzgerCompanies that are moving cargo through the Canadian gateway of Halifax can now check via the port’s website how containers pass through the terminals. The Port Authority displays real-time turnaround times at its two container facilities, South End...
by Canadian Sailings | Aug 29, 2018 | Other
By Mike WackettHapag-Lloyd lost $80 million in the second quarter, taking its net loss after six months to $122 million. It blamed what it called a “disappointing” result on “intense competition” and “higher operational costs”. However, the company, which issued a...
by Canadian Sailings | Aug 29, 2018 | Business and Economy, Ocean, Ocean Carriers, Other, Ports and Terminals
By Gavin van Marle“Cautious investor sentiment towards greenfield container terminal projects” could lead to steeply increasing box terminal utilization and a possible decline in port productivity.According to Drewry’s latest five-year container port demand forecast,...
