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US east coast port talks set to resume

Talks are set to resume tomorrow between employers and dockworker unions across the US east and Gulf coasts in a last ditch bid to avert a strike pencilled in for January 15.  Following a three-day strike last October, the International Longshoremen’s …

Port to pilot roster of commuter initiatives at Sea-Tac

Viking launches 10 new swellegant UK & Europe ocean cruises for 2026-27 with debut ports

The new 2026-27 itineraries range from eight to 22 days and feature 12 additional recurring ports that are new to the adults-only brand’s ocean cruising lineup with additional combination voyages also available. Cruisers will have the opportunity to visit …

Cruise industry experts reveal the top trends in ocean cruising in 2025

The cruise industry has enjoyed an incredible resurgence since cruising re-opened post-pandemic, and as CLIA Australasia’s Managing Director, Joel Katz, points out, “Cruise travel has become one of the strongest areas of international tourism”. And, he …

How port inefficiencies, regulations fuel poor competitiveness

Nigerian shippers are grappling with financial burdens caused by port inefficiencies, rising costs and exploitation by foreign operators partly due to inadequate funding of regulatory agencies, ADAKU ONYENUCHEYA writes. Despite Nigeria controlling about 70 …

Russia’s strategic Ust-Luga port targeted by drones for second time in a year

Andrii Kovalenko, head of Ukraine’s Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council, has detailed the strategic significance of Russia’s Ust-Luga port, targeted yesterday by drones, Defense Express reports. This is not the …

Fishing Boat Capsizes off Kashima Port, Ibaraki Pref.; 2 Dead, 3 Missing, JCG Vessels Searching for Missing Persons (...

The Yomiuri Shimbun A Japan Coast Guard patrol boat searches for the fishermen on board the capsized fishing boat on Monday morning. The Yomiuri Shimbun 11:23 JST, January 6, 2025 A fishing boat reported at around 2:10 a.m. Monday that a purse seine …

Saudi Ports Authority enhances marine link with Iraq

A man prays aboard a maintenance vessel at the port of Umm Qasr, south of Iraq’s southern city of Basra. Photo: AFP Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has announced a significant new initiative to connect King Abdulaziz Port in …

Gas Explosion Injures over 20 Persons in Rivers

Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt Over 20 persons, including a pregnant woman and her children, were critically wounded at the weekend,  following a gas explosion that occurred at the Orazi axis of Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Other victims, THISDAY learnt, …

Bahamas Cruise Port Breaks Annual Passenger Record for the Second Time

For the second year in a row, Nassau, Bahamas, has set a new record for the annual number of cruise guests visiting the Bahamian port, surpassing the previous high by more than one million passengers.  In 2023, the busiest port in the Bahamas welcomed 4.4 …

China seeks to bolster ports, aviation hubs in western regions

BEIJING: China said on Sunday it would launch 15 measures to bolster the development of its western provinces with the construction of logistical infrastructure such as ports and aviation hubs. The General Administration of Customs said the measures would …

Dokubo Warns Oil Thieves, Kidnappers to Stay Clear of Rivers Communities

Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt The newly installed traditional ruler of Torusasama Piri in Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State, Alhaji Mujahid Asari Dokubo has warned oil thieves, kidnappers, and land grabbers operating around his communities in …

Rivers ex-commissioner berates Wike for attacking Odili

A former Commissioner for Works and elder statesman in Rivers State, Chief David Briggs, has  criticised the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, for his recent remarks about former Governor Peter Odili. Briggs, who served under Odili, accused …

Iraq’s mega projects gain global recognition: Central Bank Tower and Grand Al-Faw Port rank in top 25 worldwide

Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – Two of Iraq’s most ambitious infrastructure projects, the Central Bank Tower in Baghdad and the Grand Al-Faw Port in Basra, have been recognized as some of the most significant mega projects in the world for 2025. The projects, …

Queen Elizabeth set to be first large cruise ship to sail to upgraded Townsville port

Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth will become the first large cruise ship to sail into Townsville’s recently widened shipping channel on 14 January. Ann Sherry AO, former Carnival Australia CEO and now Chair of the Port of Townsville Limited, will participate in …

Yangon’s marine exports flourish with over 80 products shipped to international markets

January 06, 2025 Myanmar News Agency 7 Bombay duck are pictured at the Kyimyindine Sanpya Fish Market in Yangon. Photo: Zwe Marn Approximately 80 types of marine products regularly enter the Kyimyindine Sanpya Fish Market in Yangon for domestic consumption …

President Tinubu Pledges To Complete Port Harcourt-Maiduguri Rail Line

President Bola Tinubu has said his administration is committed to completing the Port Harcourt-Maiduguri eastern rail line. Tinubu stated this in an interactive session with south-east leaders during his official visit to Enugu. The president said the …

Oil Tanker Boss Criticizes UN Maritime Body Over Dark Fleet Threat, Warns of Imminent Disaster

Lars Barstad, CEO of Frontline, the world’s largest publicly listed oil tanker operator, has issued a stark warning about the growing threat posed by unregulated “dark fleet” vessels. Speaking to the Financial Times, Barstad accused the UN’s International …

Special: Port of Colombo Hits Record 7.78 Million TEUs in 2024

by Our Economic Affairs Editor The Port of Colombo has set a new benchmark in 2024, achieving a record throughput of 7,782,776 Twenty-foot Equivalent Units (TEUs), marking the highest performance in its history. This milestone underscores the port’s …

Sony Honda Mobility Introduces AFEELA 1 at CES® 2025

Online Reservations in California Begin Today 東京都, JAPAN, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LAS VEGAS, Jan. 6, 2025 – Sony Honda Mobility Inc. (SHM) announced the first model to be sold under the AFEELA brand at CES® 2025 – AFEELA 1. AFEELA …

Virtual Event Platforms Market Growing at a CAGR of 21.2% 2032 | Hubilo, BigMaker, 6connex, Stova, Cisco System Inc

Increasing significance of event management drives the growth of the global virtual event platform market. WILMINGTON, NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 was valued …

Davy Robot Unveils Smart Basketball Training Robot Datic1 at CES Exhibition

LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, January 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Davy Robot, a leading smart hardware technology company, officially launched its latest innovative product, the Datic1 Smart Basketball Training Robot, at the CES exhibition in …

Procurement Outsourcing Market is Set to Experience Considerable Growth in 2032 | At a CAGR of 11%

The global procurement outsourcing market has expanded due to technological advancements and the growing demand for enhanced efficiency and productivity. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to the …

Artificial Intelligence Of Things (Aiot) Market to Receive Overwhelming Hike In Revenue by 2032

Data privacy and security concerns and high cost of implementation limit the growth of the artificial intelligence of things (AIoT) market. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Artificial Intelligence of …

Game Engines Market is Expected to Expand at a CAGR of 17.1%: Demand, Scope, Size, and Growth by 2032

The game engine market is expanding, driven by technological advancements, growing game development education, and rising esports and online gaming popularity. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global game …

Retired Colonel Dr. Jek Tan to Share His Remarkable Journey in Upcoming 2025 Book

Retired Colonel Dr. Jek Sen Tan, a noted cybersecurity expert and veteran of the US Army, will release his memoir, “First Singaporean- born American Hero,” BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, January 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Retired Colonel Dr. …

CoreLogic Announces Acquisition of Prime Ecosystem, Expanding Contractor Solutions Globally

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CoreLogic®, a global leader in property information, analytics, and data-enabled solutions, today announces its acquisition of Prime Ecosystem, a prominent technology firm specialising in …

Humphreys University Strengthens Exclusive Partnership with Howell Management Services to Empower International Students

STOCKTON, UT, UNITED STATES, January 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Humphreys University, an institution known for its commitment to affordable, high-quality education, is proud to announce the reinforcement of its exclusive partnership with …

Eimsky Business Solutions Joins CrafterCMS Partner Program to Deliver Next-Generation Content Management Solutions

Eimsky to accelerate digital transformation and improve business outcomes for enterprise customers. MCLEAN, VA, UNITED STATES, January 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CrafterCMS, the leading open-source headless content management system (CMS) for …

NexusLive Launches Real-Time Sports Data 2.0 Platform

Setting New Standards for Real-Time Sports Data in the Asian Market HONG KONG, HONG KONG, HONG KONG, January 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NexusLive, a leader in real-time sports data and streaming solutions, has announced the release of its …

CurbCutOS Is Making The Web Accessible To All at CES 2025

Visit Booth #9325 In The North Hall of The Las Vegas Convention Center for Live Demonstrations and to See How CurbCutOS Provides True Digital Accessibility LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, January 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CurbCutOS, a leader …

KRONOS CAPITAL FAMILY OF COMPANIES SET TO OPEN HEADQUARTERS IN CHATTANOOGA IN 2025

Eight Companies Comprise Kronos Portfolio With 17 Current Projects CHATTANOOGA, TN, UNITED STATES, January 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kronos Capital™ is a private equity firm that will soon call Downtown Chattanooga home for its …

NexusLive Announces Expansion of Real-Time Sports Data Solutions

Empowering Asian Markets with Advanced Sports Analytics and AI-Driven Innovations HONG KONG, HONG KONG, HONG KONG, January 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NexusLive, a global provider of real-time sports data and streaming technology, has expanded …

Predicting Heat’s Death Toll: HSR.health and Skymantics Unveil GeoAI Solutions to Combat Rising Temperatures

Empowering communities with future heat-health insights to save lives and enhance resilience WASHINGTON DC, MD, UNITED STATES, January 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HSR.health, a leader in geospatial health risk analytics, is proud to announce …

Industry Visionary Gordon Campbell Joins Ambient Enterprises to Help Shape the Future of Data Sovereignty

Tech visionary Gordon Campbell joins Ambient Enterprises as Chairman to advance data security innovation and scale growth with Ambient Protect+™. CAMPBELL, CA, UNITED STATES, January 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ambient Enterprises Technologies …

Open Source Alliance (OSA): Nominate Leaders for Global AI Governance Convergence Challenge at AI Action Summit

Seeking standard-bearers to preserve Open Source integrity, steer its evolution in a data-driven world, and safeguard digital sovereignty in the AI age. PARIS, FRANCE, January 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Open Source Alliance (OSA) is …

ASUS ROG Unveils Latest Innovations Forged to Unlock Limitless Gaming Potential at CES 2025

KEY POINTS Performance Meets Versatility: Zephyrus series, Flow Z13, XG Mobile feature latest Intel or AMD processors, with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop GPUs Full Power, Bright Design: The new Strix Scar and Strix G laptop series combine NVIDIA …

Proteus Discovery Group Celebrates 10th Anniversary

This milestone anniversary marks a decade of innovation and growth in eDiscovery Services INDIANAPOLIS, IN, UNITED STATES, January 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Proteus Discovery Group, a full-service eDiscovery legal services company, is proud …

Samant Kumar, Capgemini Portfolio Manager, Discusses AI's Role in Agile and Future-Ready Transformation

Exploring AI's transformative impact, Samant Kumar shares insights on agile strategies and innovation for building future-ready enterprises. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a recent interview with …