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Fighting for the TPP

Negotiations on the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) are still alive after the US withdrew from negotiations in the wake of Donald Trump’s electoral victory. Trade minister Steven Ciobo last weekend met with ministers from TPP countries to continue discussions on the trade agreement. “At the first meeting of TPP-11 countries in Chile in March, ministers […]

Meet the Team #9

Good morning to everyone and welcome to this fortnight’s Meet the Team. Today we staying upstairs in of office and are meeting another member of EES’ Sales Team.  Take it away Megan! Thanks Megan!

W.A. Citrus to Asia

Naval oranges and mandarins growing near Moora in Western Australia will soon be on the shelves of Asian supermarkets, as well as local vendors. The 2017 WA citrus season is starting and will ramp up over the coming months. AgriFresh grows the fruits over 200 hectares of land on what was once a mixed grain […]

Hong Kong – Australia FTA

Negotiations on a Hong Kong-Australia free trade agreement (A-HKFTA) were officially launched on May 16th. Australian trade minister Steven Ciobo said an FTA with Hong Kong would help Australian exporters in the market and also help support Australia’s continuing transition to a broader-based economy. “As a separate customs entity, Hong Kong is in an unparalleled […]

Belt and Road

China held its Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation in Beijing this month, showcasing the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) which aims to support regional connectivity and infrastructure in Southeast Asia, Central Asia and Europe. Australian trade minister Steven Ciobo was in attendance at the forum. He said China explained the BRI, under which […]

The OOCL Hong Kong

We’re back today showing you another mega-ship that has just been introduced to the world’s largest vessel fleet. Knocking the MOL Triumph off the top spot is the OOCL Hong Kong – it’s the newest ULCV (ultra large container vessel).   The vessel’s carrying ability is the most boast worthy – breaking the 21,000 TEU (twenty […]

KUBIC Container

We’re heading to Taiwan today to show you one of the most colourful container mall set ups that we have seen (and we’ve covered a few on our blog). Check out the KUBIC container shopping mall, conveniently located in Kaoshiung, Taiwan.  Kaohsiung is one of Taiwan’s largest container ports so the location of this piece […]

Electric and Autonomous

Norwegian fertilizer producer Yara and maritime technology firm Kongsberg Gruppe are teaming up to build what they say will be the world’s first fully-electric and autonomous container feeder ship. “The new zero-emission vessel will be a game-changer for global maritime transport contributing to meet the United Nations sustainability goals,” the companies said on Tuesday. The […]

Huge Jigsaw Puzzle

Who would’ve thought that shipping containers would make for a good canvas? But that’s exactly what’s now on display in the Dubai desert. Red Bull Curates: Jigsaw is a spectacular street-art creation by Australian artist Guido van Helten. The massive installation, painted out of formation before being assembled to reveal the final artwork was unveiled […]