International Bulk Journal
The magazine for the maritime dry bulk industry

Dry bulk shipping, commodities, port, logistics and equipment issues are all reviewed in every issue of IBJ and regularly updated on this website. The magazine’s in-depth special features keep the world’s bulk shipping and cargo handling industry informed of developments and trends in their markets and provide advertisers with unrivalled opportunities to promote their products worldwide.

Powered by International Bulk Journal, the IBJ Awards is now firmly established as the maritime bulk industry’s "Night of the Year". Find out more below.

Ports & Logistics News

Panama Canal promotes sustainable maritime shipping with NetZero Slot

(Posted on 27/03/25)

Contributing to the commitment of achieving net zero emissions by 2050, the Panama Canal authority has reported the launch...

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Shipping News

NORDEN adds two newbuilding Capesize leases with purchase options

(Posted on 27/03/25)

In line with NORDEN’s positive long-term outlook for Capesize freight rates, the company have announce the addition...

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Equipment News

Seafarers welcome Elcome’s new pay-as-you-go high speed internet service

(Posted on 27/03/25)

Elcome International’s new high-speed internet service, WELCOME, is revolutionising the way ship managers provide...

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Commodities News

ESL Shipping and SSAB extend cooperation in raw material transports

(Posted on 27/03/25)

ESL Shipping and global steel manufacturer SSAB have agreed on a multi-year extension of the agreement covering SSAB&rsquo...

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IBJ Magazine

Dry bulk shipping, commodities, port, logistics & equipment issues are all reviewed in every issue of IBJ as well as regular in-depth features on technical issues, commodity handling & geographical regions. IBJ is the must-read magazine keeping members of the bulk shipping and cargo handling industry informed of latest developments and trends.

IBJ Magazine is published bi-monthly, with a summary of the main features of each issue published on our website, which can include technical issues, commodity handling and the latest developments in the industry. Find out more about what’s covered in our current issue.

IBJ Webinars

Covid-19: A Dry Bulk Leaders Perspective Webinar Series

View our upcoming and previous webinars with a panel of industry leaders discussing a wide range of topics.

The IBJ Awards salute achievements in the maritime bulk industry and provide companies with a chance to put themselves in the spotlight, or to nominate an organisation which they believe is doing a fantastic job. Winners will be announced on the big night itself, further confirming the IBJ Awards’ position as the maritime bulk industry’s "Night of the Year".