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Rio powers to record export year: Iron ore exports from Rio Tinto mines in 2011 were at record levels, boosted by a strong fourth quarter, which also showed record figures.
Exports to Europe holding steady: Box exports to Europe from Australia and Oceania was the only major trade to post an increase in November, according to Container Trades Statistics (CTS).
New harbour master for Melbourne: Port of Melbourne has appointed Captain Gary Wilson as general manager, marine and navigational services, thereby becoming the port’s harbour master.
Keep faith in cruising, says Carnival: Cruising company Carnival Australia says the public should maintain confidence in the cruise line sector, despite the disaster unfolding in the Mediterranean.
A ship is its ‘own best lifeboat’: The Costa Concordia grounding comes 19 months after amendments to existing international passenger ship safety regulations came into force.
Pirates facing strong-arm tactics: Interception of pirate motherships has been of paramount concern for naval forces operating in the Gulf of Aden.
Five dead after tanker explodes: Five crew members died and six are still missing after an explosion sank a South Korean oil tanker north of Jawol Island near Incheon this week.