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

VCK joins forces with Aug. Bolten and opts for international growth

(Posted on 14/01/26)

The consortium consisting of the Spanish company Ership, the German shipping line Aug. Bolten and the Swiss Nova Marine...

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Shipping News

ISS strengthens presence in South America

(Posted on 14/01/26)

Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), a global leader in port agency and marine services, has announced the opening of its newest...

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Equipment News

CMT: Expanded IMO data collection rule needs engine monitoring rethink

(Posted on 14/01/26)

Shipowners and managers are being reminded to review onboard fuel-measurement and data-capture practices following the entry...

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Commodities News

Sohar land lease agreement with Oman Zinc

(Posted on 14/01/26)

SOHAR Port and Freezone has signed a USD 50 million investment agreement with Oman Zinc LLC, to develop a Zinc Ash Recycling...

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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.

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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".