Shipping companies place record orders for new container vessels

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Shipowners have recently placed orders for a record number of new container vessels, driven by a substantial increase in profits.

Nippon Steel of Japan and U.S. Steel have jointly filed a lawsuit challenging President Joe Biden’s decision to block a $15 billion acquisition deal.

And the first congestion charge scheme for vehicles in the US has come into effect in New York City. Sam Fenwick hears about other places that have implemented such plans, including London and Singapore.

6 Jan 10AM English United Kingdom Business

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