The Shipping Association of Jamaica (SAJ) brought cheer to approximately 30 pupils of the Marcus Garvey Basic School during its annual treat on Tuesday, December 17. The pupils, aged three to six years, received refreshments and toys from the...
The Shipping Association of Jamaica (SAJ) continued its long-standing tradition of spreading holiday cheer to the elderly in Greenwich Farm with its annual treat last Wednesday, December 12. The event, held at the Holy Name of Jesus Catholic...
CORAH ANN ROBERTSON-SYLVESTER was re-elected as president of the Shipping Association of Jamaica (SAJ) during its 86th annual general meeting (AGM) on December 6. The CEO of Seaboard Freight and Shipping Jamaica Limited was re-elected unanimously...
THE CRUISE industry made a significant recovery, exceeding its pre-pandemic performance in 2023 with a record-breaking global economic impact of US$168.6 billion. This new figure represents a nine per cent increase over the 2019 benchmark year, it...
THE PAST few years have been a whirlwind of disruptions, delays, and fluctuating freight rates for shippers, and it seems these challenges are far from over. According to global leader in maritime research and advisory services, Drewry Shipping...
IN THE face of growing climate threats, Kingston’s port must act decisively to adapt and become a climate-ready hub, capable of withstanding severe weather events while driving sustainable economic growth. Experts at the recent Shipping Association...
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THE AMERICAN Caribbean Maritime Foundation (ACMF) will honour 109 scholarship recipients at its 2024 scholarship awards ceremony hosted by the US Embassy in Kingston on Tuesday, November 19. Ambassador Nick Perry will preside over the event,...
JAMAICA’S STRATEGIC location and resilient infrastructure provide a natural edge in the Caribbean logistics landscape, positioning it as a strong contender for becoming a central transshipment hub, said renowned analyst Lars Jensen, speaking at the...
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RENOWNED SHIPPING analyst Lars Jensen took centre stage at the Shipping Association of Jamaica’s Distinguished Lecture Friday, November 1, presenting a compelling vision for Jamaica’s future as a major logistics hub in the Caribbean, and globally....
JAMAICA STANDS at a pivotal moment in its maritime development, with the European Union’s (EU) Global Gateway programme poised to significantly bolster the nation’s efforts to transform into a world-class logistics hub. This ambitious initiative is...
PHILLIP HENRY was a man of quiet resolve and immense impact. If you did not know him well, you might mistake his calm demeanour for being a pushover, but those who worked with him knew better. Henry’s career in the Jamaican and regional shipping...
Newly elected Caribbean Shipping Association (CSA) President William Brown has pledged that the organisation will become a major force in driving Caribbean trade and economic growth. “I believe we are perfectly poised to become a regional advocate...
THE PORT of Kingston has lost an important figure with the passing of Hicks Hugh Gordon, affectionately known as ‘Stumpy’. A dedicated shore crane operator, Hugh Gordon’s influence extended far beyond the heavy machinery he expertly operated. His...
