2008

Oh calamity!

As is normal, politicians and journalists alike have spent much of the month of January telling us what we can expect to happen over the coming year. This year's soothsayers have been unremittingly downbeat, with dire warnings of economic tribulations spilling over into widespread recession.

The Bahrain drain

 

StocExpo Middle East report

On the cards

At its November meeting, WP15 agreed to make substantial changes to the provisions in ADR concerning Instructions in Writing for drivers of vehicles carrying dangerous goods. While these amendments should make it simpler to comply, some remain concerned that it will reduce the quality of the information available in the event of an incident

What's in it for you?

The StocExpo conferences regularly cover technical issues, highlighting new developments and explaining how new ideas can help operators. The Asia and Middle East events were no exception, with speakers from around the world presenting their ideas and experiences with a variety of issues

The right finish

Ambitious research projects, facility upgrades and a key acquisition are among recent activity in the tank container services sector, which continues to move away from local services and recognise the needs of an increasingly international industry

Tackling Tankers

The 83rd session of IMO's Maritime Safety Committee agreed a number of changes and clarifications to the provisions governing the transport of hazardous liquids by sea in bulk

Banged Up

 

HOSES Unprecedented international cooperation has broken up an international cartel that for years has been rigging prices for marine hose. Five individuals are now in jail and more are facing charges in the US, with further investigations likely to result in more charges in Europe

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