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CHINESE DEMAND BEHIND THE ARMADA CRISIS

22 years ago

The bulk carrier log-jam off the Australian east coast has finally dissipated to manageable levels following drastic action at the countrys major coal port. Chris Taylor reports on the reasons behind the chronic congestion, and whats being done to correct the situation.

Newcastle: peaked at 56 coal vessels in March

The bulk carrier log-jam off the Australian east coast has finally dissipated to manageable levels following drastic action at the countrys major coal port. Chris Taylor reports on the reasons behind the chronic congestion, and whats being done to correct the situation.