China tightens ship size rules

Vale and Petrobras will enhance competitiveness and advance decarbonisation by testing and marketing renewable diesel, natural gas, and sustainable bunker fuel.

NSU and Vale will install five Anemoi rotor sails on a 400,000dwt VLOC, aiming to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by 6-12%.

Liquified natural gas is unlikely to displace coal in China’s energy transition, as the country prioritises domestic energy sources over imported LNG.

Between January and August 2024, Chinese seaborne dry bulk imports rose 6% y/y, driven by inventory build-up, despite domestic concerns.

Three bridge-type grab bulk cargo unloaders have arrived at Beibu Gulf Port, advancing the port’s largest bulk cargo berth development.

Vale and Euroports Tarragona have teamed up to enhance Mediterranean iron ore logistics, marked by the Magsenger 10 delivering 110,000 tonnes from Brazil.