The Caribbean Shipping Executives’ Conference (CSEC) concluded its 20th conference on May 25 following presentations on the future of the industry focusing on technology, including digitisation, smart ports, and the cyber disconnect. The second of...
The Caribbean Shipping Executives’ Conference (CSEC) of the Caribbean Shipping Association (CSA) began its mid-year conference in Doral, Miami, yesterday. The two-day meeting, being held at the InterContinental Hotel, marked the 20th staging of the...
The Shipping Association of Jamaica (SAJ) hosted its first of two virtual workshops on the Sexual Harassment Act (2021) last Thursday. The three-hour seminar for managers and team leads was attended by two dozen individuals from various industries...
Preparations are in high gear as over 200 decision makers in the maritime sector are registered to attend the Caribbean Shipping Association’s (CSA) 20th Caribbean Shipping Executives’ Conference (CSEC) in Miami from May 2 to 3. The association’s...
The Port Trailer Haulage Association (PTHA) says it under pressure to remain viable as transport rates and delays at the port continue to plague its members. Compounding this, the association said frustrated drivers are leaving in droves for better...
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The Shipping Association of Jamaica (SAJ) will host two workshops on the Sexual Harassment (Protection and Prevention) Act, 2021 for management and team leaders, and line staff, respectively. The session for management and team leaders is scheduled...
Greater inclusion of women in the maritime sector will help to spur competitiveness in the industry. That was the message from several female shipping executives during a webinar organised by the Secretariat of the Inter-American Committee on Ports...
Just over 30 individuals expanded their proficiency with the Microsoft Excel software during a four-day training seminar staged by the Shipping Association of Jamaica (SAJ) last week. The registrants, who represented a dozen companies across...
R.S. Gamble (1998) Limited is celebrating its 110th year as agents of Lloyd’s of London. R.S. Gamble was formed in 1998 after acquiring the assets of the former R.S. Gamble...
The National Hydrographic Committee, chaired by Rear Admiral (Ret’d) Peter Brady, director general of the Maritime Authority of Jamaica, met with Nathanael Knapp, the UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) head of partnering and engagement, on March 15. The...
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Ports are crucial to the development of nations, particularly in emerging economies such as Jamaica, said Mark Williams, chief executive officer at Kingston Wharves Limited (KWL). Williams was speaking at the first Trade Facilitation Symposium held...
Registration has begun for the 20th staging of the Caribbean Shipping Executives’ Conference (CSEC) set for May 2-3 in Miami, Florida. The CSEC, which will be held at the InterContinental Hotel in Doral, will bring shipping and logistics...
The Shipping Association of Jamaica (SAJ) will offer a Basic Microsoft Excel course for professionals looking to increase their knowledge and proficiency in applying the useful software. The 12-hour training seminar will be conducted virtually...
Jamaicans will see their options for shipping connectivity increase following a recent partnership between R.S. Gamble and global operating logistics provider Kuehne+Nagel. Under the agreement, R.S. Gamble will act as Kuehne+Nagel’s independent non...
Though retired for over two decades, Wongsetta Edwards vividly remembers his time working on the port of Kingston, especially in the early days of containerisation. His 32-year stint began in 1966, a chance entry into the industry that was...
