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Ports of Auckland lifts profit despite box decline

The global economic recession saw container volumes at Ports of Auckland drop 3.7% in the first half of the year.

Miners give thumbs up to Oakajee

Oakajee Port & Rail received a strong level of interest from Mid-West miners wanting to participate in the first round of exports from the proposed port.

Agribusinesses broadside at wheat export regime

The Productivity Commission's draft report on wheat exports is due in a matter of weeks but deep-rooted dissatisfaction appears to have developed within the supply chain since the market was deregulated.

New ship added to Merchant's Queensland service

Merchant Shipping will boost its north Queensland service next month with the introduction of a new fully-geared vessel.

Europe-Australia box trade jumps in December

Container volumes heading into Australia from Europe have rocketed 23.8% in the first positive sign for the troubled trade since 2007.