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Guinea’s Mining Contracts: Clarifying Recent Revocations
Over the past few weeks, reports have circulated about the Guinean government revoking between 50 and 100+ mining contracts, sparking fears of a potential paralysis in bauxite exports. This concern is not far-fetched, especially given the ongoing...
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Anti-Narcotic Smuggling Measures – France
As in many other European countries, French news is all too full of tales of vessels caught up in drug-related crime, from containers loaded with tons of cocaine to the coercive threats faced by crew and port employees to facilitate this highly...
Mozambique: New Partner, New Ports
We are pleased to announce a new partnership between Budd and Sturrock Grindrod Maritime (SGM) in Mozambique. Thanks to this new collaboration, Budd Mozambique is now present not only in Maputo but also in Beira, Nacala and Pemba, offering our...
Stricter Sulphur Emission Rules in the Mediterranean from 1 May 2025
Mediterranean SECA (REMPEC/WG.50/INF.7 Date: 23 April 2021) As of 1 May 2025, tougher sulphur emission restrictions will apply throughout the Mediterranean as the world’s 5th Sulphur Emission Control Area (SECA) comes into force....
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BUDD Evolves: New partnership with Image SA in Morocco
We are delighted to announce our new strategic partnership with Image SA in Morocco, strengthening our presence in this key North African maritime hub with offices in both Casablanca and Tangiers This collaboration builds on our successful...
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Guinea: Disruptions to Bauxite Operations
Budd Guinea warns of disruptions to bauxite shipping operations in some ports. Cape Verga, Konta Port, and Kimbo Budd Guinea has observed recurring operational challenges in Cape Verga, Konta Port and Kimbo: Labour Disruptions: Frequent work...