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Opinion
Stuck ships and supply chain inflation
Global supply chains don’t have as much slack as they did, say, last summer, after pandemic disruptions were mostly a thing of the past, because Baltimore isn’t the only problem.
- by Paul Krugman
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The $16 million tugs on front line against calamity on Sydney Harbour
Engage Rascal is one of two new state-of-the-art tugs working to prevent a disaster like the bridge collapse in Baltimore.
- by Tim Barlass
More than 150 cattle died on a ship from Darwin. It could result in a diplomatic debacle
Was the true death figure kept secret from the Indonesians? Neither the Australian government nor shipping company will say.
- by Zach Hope
MV Fisher assembles the Trident Pier
The 500m long pier was utilised by USNS Bob Hope to unload military vehicles, equipment containers and personnel.
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Tragedy
Cruise ship lost power in Sydney Harbour in alarming echo of Baltimore disaster
A cruise ship suffered a blackout in Sydney Harbour in February in a scenario similar to that which led to the destruction of Baltimore’s Key Bridge.
- by Tim Barlass
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Privatisation
‘Secret’ deals mean NSW taxpayers liable for port privatisations
A potential liability of up to $4.3 billion is contained in previously secret deals that will be revealed by NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey on Thursday.
- by Alexandra Smith
India’s navy takes control of ship hijacked by Somali pirates
The development came after men on the bulk carrier fired at an Indian warship in international waters on Friday.
Cows and tourists lock horns over Apollo Bay shipping plan
A sea freight company’s proposal to move 20,000 cattle through the port of the Great Ocean Road tourist town to King Island each year has sparked fierce resistance.
- by Benjamin Preiss
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Heritage
Stormy waters ahead for Sydney tall ship on 150th birthday
Celebrations for the James Craig came after the death last week of the ship’s principal benefactor. A new financial lifeline is needed if it is to stay afloat.
- by Tim Barlass
Close calls in WA's offshore industry
Footage reveals near-misses on major WA offshore oil and gas projects.
Wharfies clinch 23% pay rise in end to ports fight
Workplace Relations Minister Tony Burke used the end of the stalemate between ports operator DP World and the maritime union to vindicate his refusal to intervene in the wage dispute.
- by Angus Thompson