Welcome to OceanFavor’s latest shipping report on China. In this September 2023 issue, we delve into the latest news shaping China’s maritime sector.
If you have vessels in China the below report forms essential reading. It comes directly from our partner on the ground, the largest, non-state-owned shipping agency in China, Oceanfavor Group – incidentally, they have just celebrated their 20th anniversary.
A snapshot of our China shipping news report (15th September 2023)
- COVID-19 tests are no longer required for travellers to China
- China overtakes Greece as the largest shipowner
- Innovative methanol ship delivered to owners
- New mode for grain vessels lightening cargo at Zhoushan
- National Day holiday for China’s Mid-Autumn Festival, running 29th September to 6th October
➡️ For the full report of 15th September 2023, covering all major Chinese shipping updates, click here
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