Small Container Increase in June for Port of Melbourne
The Port of Melbourne in Australia handled 264,000 TEUs in June, marking a 2.3% increase compared to the same period last year.

The Port of Melbourne in Australia handled 264,000 TEUs in June, marking a 2.3% increase compared to the same period last year.
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Piraeus Port Authority announced the successful conclusion of its Annual General Meeting of shareholders, held on July 4 2024 via teleconference.
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