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

Liverpool sees 200% rise in fertiliser imports interest amid ongoing uncertainty

(Posted on 22/06/26)

The Port of Liverpool is experiencing a surge in demand from fertiliser importers as continued uncertainty surrounding global...

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Shipping News

Partnership to put seafarer wellbeing at heart of maritime safety

(Posted on 24/06/26)

NorthStandard will partner maritime welfare charity Sailors’ Society to support seafarers’ emotional wellbeing...

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Equipment News

Smart Ship Hub launches one of industry's lowest-cost vessel data loggers

(Posted on 24/06/26)

Smart Ship Hub (SSH), the maritime intelligence and data collection platform, has launched one of the industry’s lowest...

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Commodities News

SSAB and partners launch closed loop steel recycling initiative in US

(Posted on 24/06/26)

SSAB Americas, The Greenbrier Companies and Alter Trading are partnering on a circular economy project that demonstrates...

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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".