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Shipping industry should consider nuclear option for decarbonizing: experts
in International Shipping News 06/11/2020 Stakeholders in the maritime industry are considering an increased uptake of nuclear power as one of its…
Wallenius Marine develops world’s largest wind-powered vessel to slash shipping emissions
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New Zealand urgently needs to focus on supply chain
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Top global traders push to cut shipping emissions
in International Shipping News 08/10/2020 Some of the world’s biggest commodities and energy players on Wednesday launched an initiative to cut and…
Beirut explosion casts harsh light on international shipping rules
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Firth of Thames best home for a new port for 100-plus years: Auckland Business Chamber (and Cubic agrees)
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