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The latest iShip Index published by the Irish Maritime Development Office (IMDO) shows that shipping and port activity in the Republic of Ireland fell by 2% in the fourth quarter of 2016 when compared to the corresponding period of 2015.

The 20 new positions will be based at the Marine Institute, Newport, where they will be engaged on a number of research projects funded from a secured pot of €6 million in research grants

Port of Cork handled 9.2 million tonnes of trade in 2016. Total container volumes through both Tivoli and Ringaskiddy Container Terminals grew by 2% compared to 2015 figures.

The Irish Maritime Development Office's weekly market review offers an in-depth analysis of international shipping markets and an global economic overview for the week.