News

Updated training on infectious substances - 27/01/2012

Saf-T-Pak has released the 2012 version of its Division 6.2 dangerous goods compliance training suite.

Corrosion identified in Gibraltar tank explosion - 27/01/2012

An independent report commissioned by the government of Gibraltar has identified corrosion perforations in the roofs of two storage tanks as the cause of the fatal explosion in the port this past May.

BLT freezes debt repayments - 27/01/2012

Berlian Laju Tanker (BLT) has placed a moratorium on debt repayments, pending a review of its financing arrangements.

Exmar hopes for a better 2012 - 26/01/2012

Exmar has reported turnover of $453.7m for 2011 in its preliminary figures released today.

Norkem posts 30% improvement - 26/01/12

UK-based Norkem reports that it finished 2011 with group sales in excess of €150m.

NPRA becomes AFPM - 26/01/12

The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) was born yesterday when the National Petrochemical & Refiners Association (NFPA) implemented its promised change of name.

Cronos buys new reefer boxes - 26/01/12

Container lessor Cronos says it has become the first customer worldwide for Zestia, a new low-power, high-performance container refrigeration machine from Daikin Reefer.

More capacity for Cardinal - 26/01/12

The Miller-Valentine Group (MVG) has begun work on a new manufacturing facility in Lexington, North Carolina for Schütz-owned packagings reconditioner Cardinal Container.

Stolthaven still storing more - 26/01/12

Stolthaven Terminals reports operating profit of $18.0m in the fourth quarter 2011 (three months to end November), up from $15.8m in the previous period.

Aegis into bunkers - 26/01/12

Mumbai-based bulk liquid storage terminal operator Aegis is entering the bunkering business.

Recovery still a year away for Stolt Tankers - 26/01/12

Stolt Tankers has reported fourth-quarter operating revenues of $315.5m, down from the $327.1m recorded in the prior period.

Bertschi results hit by demand and Euro crisis - 26/01/12

Bertschi AG has reported annual revenues of SFr 630m ($675m) for 2011, down slightly on the 2010 figure.

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