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

New Terneuzen Lock trial voyage with wider ship to ArcelorMittal

(Posted on 06/01/26)

The New Lock in Terneuzen has been operational since 1 August 2025 and a new phase has now begun: On Monday 29 December,...

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Shipping News

Pacific Basin announces acquisition of four Handysize newbuildings

(Posted on 06/01/26)

Pacific Basin Shipping Limited, one of the world’s leading dry bulk shipping companies, has entered into ship purchase...

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Equipment News

Samuel Schär is the new CEO of Bühler Group

(Posted on 06/01/26)

As announced in April 2025, Samuel Schär has assumed his position as CEO of Bühler, effective 1 January. He succeeds...

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Commodities News

NGFA applauds reintroduction of HAULS Act

(Posted on 24/12/25)

The National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) has applauded Senator Deb. Fischer’s (R-Neb.) reintroduction of the...

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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.

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".