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April 7, 2011
The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Maritime Week to draw record numbers
    Singapore Maritime Week (SMW) is expecting 17,000 participants days before the event is set to start on Apr 10. So robust has been the response that its organiser - the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) - has already set the dates for SMW in 2012.
  • Looking to a yacht upswing
    Major yacht dealer and broker Simpson Marine is looking forward to returning to the good old pre-recession times.
  • Maersk orders 2 drillships from Samsung Heavy
    The drilling rig arm of Danish shipping and oil group AP Moller-Maersk has ordered two deepwater drilling vessels for nearly US$1.3 billion from Samsung Heavy Industries of Korea.
  • VLCC rentals plunge 37% to US$2,310 a day

Sched Netweb site
  • World's biggest ships assigned to Far East-Europe AEX 7/FAL 2
  • Israeli boxship runs aground, blocks Suez Canal for 3 hours
  • Global container throughput hit record high in 2010
  • Maersk's China-Med AE15 service loads east and west on the Pearl
  • Slow steaming takes over all Far-East-North Europe trade lanes
  • MCC launches southeast Asia-Taiwan service April 18
  • APL handles 12pc more boxes, but at slightly lower rates
  • Mumbai's JNPT hits all time record of 4.27 million TEU in 2010-11
  • Proponents say UK longer trailers will cut carbon emissions
  • Manchester's TDG offers hazmat TEU/FEU tanker trucking
  • Consultant expects increase in M&As in the 3PL sector
  • NZ court fines Cargolux, BA US$5.86 million for price-fixing
  • Air freight rates in Asia shrink in February amid traffic decline
  • Donal Boylan named chief executive of Hong Kong Aviation Capital

Exim Indiaweb site
  • BCHAA honours key awardees
  • MSC's Gianluigi Aponte honoured with Seatrade Personality Award
  • Omani state-owned fund acquires 15 pc of Hapag-Lloyd: Reports
  • Kandla Port emerges on top for 4th consecutive year
  • Port & dock workers' federations warn of indefinite stir from April 15
  • Rlys procures record 16,638 wagons in FY11
  • US compels Germany to halt Indias oil payments to Iran

International Transport Journalweb site
APRIL 6, 2011
  • Panama investing in airport
    Panama wants to develop its capital's international airport into the central transportation hub in the centre of the American continent. The scheme is intended to encourage the gia...
  • Damco lands new cross-border transport contracts to Cambodia
    Damco has clinched two contracts to handle cross-border transport to Cambodia for Unilever, a world-leading producer of fast-moving consumer goods. With the appointment, Damco will...
  • Scania launches Euro 6 truck
    The truck maker Scania has rolled a new Euro 6 compliant engine that is designed to give the same performance and fuel efficiency as its Euro 5 counterpart. The 440 and 480 hp Euro...
  • Union Pacific launches new transloading service for agri-products customers
    The US-based rail transport service provider Union Pacific Railroad has launched a new plant-to-port transportation and transload programme that provides customer product transfer ...
  • Lanxess uses rail transport to lighten carbon footprint by 75 %
    The specialty chemicals group Lanxess has become the fifth customer in the past year to use the CO2-free offer Eco Plus provided by DB Schenker Rail. Leverkusen (Germany)-based Lan...
  • High-ranking Korean delegation visits Luka Koper
    HE Kim Jae-shin, deputy foreign minister of the Republic of Korea, an important market for Luka Koper, headed a Korean delegation which recently visited the Slovenian port. Given t...
  • Gefco inks agreement to acquire 70% of Gruppo Mercurio SpA
    Gefco, a 100 % affiliate of PSA Peugeot Citro'n, has signed an agreement with the Italian fund Venice, controlled by Palladio Finanziaria, and RP3 fund to acquire their 70% stake i...
  • Saudi Airlines Cargo hikes investments in domestic hubs
    Saudi Airlines Cargo Company plans to increase its investment in domestic stations to SAR 67.6 million (EUR 12.6 million), the company's chairman Engineer Khaled Al-Molhem announce...
  • Emirates SkyCargo completes first 100% paperless freighter flight
    Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of UAE-based Emirates airline, has marked a milestone with its inaugural 100% paperless freighter flight between Nairobi (Kenya) and Amsterd...
  • Mark Newman new CEO of Wim Bosman Group
    The 's-Heerenberg (Netherlands)-based Wim Bosman Group has appointed Mark Newman as its CEO as of April 2011. Newman succeeds Eng. W.P. Bosman, who will join the group's ...
  • New ADR container transport service at TDG
    The British road haulier TDG has introduced a new container service from its Thurrock depot (UK) for existing and new customers moving containers under ADR Regulations. 20-foot and...
  • K Line acquires 100% ownership of SAL Group
    The Japanese shipping company Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line), which already held a 50% stake in the SAL Group via the former's European subsidiary company, has reached a basic...
  • Award for Grimaldi Group
    The Grimaldi Group (Italy) was recognized by General Motors as a "2010 world class global automotive supplier of the year" for its significant contributions to the c...
  • Gefco and SRR set up joint venture in Latvia
    The French service provider Gefco and the Latvian railway SRR want to jointly offer multimodal transport solutions between Europe and Central Asia. To this end, the two compan...
  • Martin Bencher Group opens a new office in Marseille
    The Martin Bencher Group, a professional shipping and forwarding service provider, opened a new office in Marseille (France) on 1 April. The facility is a joint venture between Mar...
  • Dachser sees substantial growth in sales in 2010
    Dachser, an international logistics company based in Kempten (Germany), benefited greatly from last year's economic growth and was able to create many new jobs. In fiscal 2010, sal...

Marine Logweb site
APRIL 6, 2011
  • Finnish minehunter detains 18 pirate suspects
  • Aker Solutions announces name for new EPC company: Kværner
  • New guidance on AIS use in pirate risk areas
  • Kleven completes record AHTS contract for Siem Offshoreå
  • LaHood submits Marine Highways report to Congress
  • Maersk orders two drillships at Samsung Heavy Industries

World Wide Shipperweb site
APRIL 6, 2011
  • Bellingham Port Commissioners Ok lease with Seaview Yacht Services
  • Greenbrier announces closing of Convertible Senior Notes offering
  • Port of Portland schedules free waterfront business tours
  • Port of Grays Harbor hiring environmental scientists/engineer
  • US Grains Council welcomes free trade deal with Colombia

Lloyd's Listweb site
APRIL 6, 2011
  • Clarksons warns of risks resulting from failure to keep track of box fleet changes
    Failure to take full account of containership delivery delays and cancellations could have resulted in misguided business decisions, a leading industry analyst warned this week.
  • Vessel influx drives down rates for West Africa VLCCs
    Very large crude carrier rates have tumbled on the route from West Africa to the US Gulf after owners ballasted there from the Middle East where earnings for shipments to Asia hit 18-month lows earlier this week
  • Höegh LNG unveils plans to invest $1bn in FRSUs
    Norwegian shipowner in order for two vessels and four options at Hyundai Heavy Industries
  • Holidays fuel downward pressure on charter rates
    Hamburg Süd's 4,294 teu Cap Gilbert taken for three to four months as relet at $25,900 per day
  • Flurry of finance for listed companies
    Investors focus on sectors where prospects remain relatively bright
  • Fuel price gap is unavoidable
    Slow steaming and alternative fuels not enough to stop a significant price gap emerging between residual and distillate fuel
  • Why independent boxship owners are snubbing long-term charters
    As the market begins to improve, containership owners are refusing to re-charter their vessels for periods of more than six months to two years at a time
  • Snapshot of container shipping industry
    Robust trade has brought volumes back to around levels seen in 2007-2008, after severe dip in 2009
  • US shippers renew antitrust calls
    New proposals to end liner immunity less radical than previous draft legislation
  • CMA CGM closes in on $800m bond issue
    Liner giant gets poor provisional rating from credit agency Moody's
  • Why shipping needs its own Richard Branson
    Shipping needs somebody who can engage and circulate confidently, and easily straddle business and politics
  • V.Ships in talks with potential investors
    V.Group seeks new money to help with ambitious plans to expand its presence in new markets
  • Keeping it civil on conferences
    Shippers and carriers should ensure relations do not sink to the depths amid renewed calls to end liner antitrust immunity in the US
  • Play the market
    The supercharged optimism of the capital markets has gone, yet investors need to park their money somewhere. So why not shipping?
  • HCI Hammonia beats profit forecast
    Latest calculations put German ship finance vehicle's 2010 profit at $7m
  • Safe Bulkers inks two panamax orders in Japan
    Clinches newbuilding orders at "attractive prices" with top Japanese yard
  • Shippers welcome FMC move to facilitate trade
    Shift will benefit US and global economy
  • Shipowners key to easing tonnage glut
    BIMCO analyst says owners must not be tempted by low newbuilding prices
  • Oil price spike threatening trade growth
    World economy back on track but recent sharp rise in crude oil prices a major risk factor
  • Scorpio plays waiting game on ship buys
    Better deals likely in months ahead, tanker company says as fifth charter-in joins fleet
  • Finnlines issues profit warning
    Finnsteve strikes, harsh winter and rising bunker prices expected to drag shortsea operator to loss
  • ICTSI inks India box terminal deal
    Signs joint-venture with L&T Shipbuilding to operate new terminal near Chennai
  • Libya oil export tanker loading delayed
    Equator, chartered by Vitol, faces two-week delay, according to fresh broker reports
  • Grimsby gets nod to build ro-ro berth
    Wins planning approval to develop a dedicated two berth ro-ro riverside terminal
  • Horizon, Pasha Hawaii hike Hawaii fuel surcharges
    Oil price spike continues to put pressure on Jones Act liner shipping sector
  • Maersk Drilling places $1.3bn order for two drillships at Samsung
    Contract for Maersk's first ultra-deepwater vessels comes with options for two more
  • DP World to propose share consolidation at AGM
    Port operator says one to 20 consolidation would better reflect value of company
  • Japan radiation could hit Europe port throughput
    Cargo insurers confident of their coverage in terms of port's refusal to allow the cargoes to land

Fairplayweb site
APRIL 6, 2011
  • 150 migrants sought off Italian island
    SEARCHERS are looking today for 150 migrants reported missing in the Mediterranean after their boat capsized off the Italian island of Lampedusa
  • Fearnleys warns on Panamax rates
    PANAMAX bulker rates in the Atlantic Basin are continuing to fall, with limited new business and more open tonnage around, Fearnleys said today
  • Capesizes fall 7.2% more
    THE BDI today fell to the lowest level in almost a month, with vessels far outnumbering demand
  • US sees more box transhipment
    DEMAND for import and export shortsea box transhipment between US ports will likely increase when the Panama Canal expansion opens in 2014, a report has predicted
  • V.Group discloses talks
    V.GROUP, which owns UK ship management giant V.Ships, has concluded a review with the aid of investment bank Lazard and is in talks with potential partners
  • Logistics sector learns from recession
    THE RECESSION has forced logistics providers to improve their services and taught them that customers are looking for quality, Fairplay was told today
  • Box newcomer touts war chest
    PARAGON spin-off Box Ships emphasised its potential for additional acquisitions in an IPO road show presentation made public today
  • India bars food shipments from Japan
    INDIA has become the first country to impose a blanket ban on food shipments from Japan because of radiation concerns, IHS Global Insight reported today
  • Grounded crew evacuated
    A BULKER'S crew has been evacuated after the ship grounded in southern India
  • Paris flags up failure
    FRANCE has expressed irritation over its international register's inability to attract more ships to the national flag
  • DPW reveals share consolidation plan
    DUBAI Ports World announced today that it is planning a share consolidation aimed at positioning its share price in a way that "better reflects" the company's value
  • Sarkozy launches Seine Nord contest
    FRENCH president Nicolas Sarkozy has allayed concerns about the government's support for the Seine-Nord Europe Canal by announcing the final selection process for its key contract
  • Singapore holds off on monitoring
    SINGAPORE is holding off on checking Japanese imports for radiation, Fairplay was told today
  • Canada farmers slam buys
    GRAIN farmers in western Canada have told Fairplay that they are unhappy with the purchase of two bulkers by the Canadian Wheat Board
  • Sarkozy told: take whip hand on pirates
    FRENCH shipowners have called on President Nicolas Sarkozy to press for stronger international action against pirate attacks

The Journal of Commerceweb site
APRIL 6, 2011
  • Puerto Rico Lines Settle With Indirect Purchasers
    Three U.S. mainland-Puerto Rico carriers agreed to pay $5.3 million to settle claims with plaintiffs who said they paid inflated...
  • UPS Aircraft Mechanics Ratify Labor Contract
    Aircraft mechanics represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Wednesday voted overwhelmingly to ratify a labor agreement with UPS. ...
  • Final Stimulus Work Starts Near Otay Mesa Port
    A final $17.9 million in stimulus grant-funded road work is getting underway near San Diego, as part of a huge...
  • Integrated Freight Buys Cross Creek Trucking
    Long-haul and regional trucking operator Integrated Freight acquired Cross Creek Trucking of Medford, Ore., extending its reach to the Pacific...
  • Labor Accord Clears Way for US-Colombia Trade Pact
    An accord between the U.S. and Colombia on labor protections and legal reforms in that country means President Obama can...
  • FRA Bans Electronic Devices on Trains
    The Federal Railroad Administration's permanent ban on use of electronic devices, including cellphones, became effective March 28, as posted in...
  • Freight Index Reports Shipments Up 6.9 Percent
    Freight shipments jumped 6.9 percent in March, with tonnage increasing across transportation modes, according to the Cass Freight Index. ...
  • 180,000 Truck Shortfall Predicted for 2012
    The surge in orders for heavy trucks isn't big enough to prevent a shortfall in available truck capacity in 2011...
  • Flood of Applicants Seek $10 Billion in Rail Grants
    The Obama administration's embattled passenger rail program got a solid line of endorsements this week, when applications poured in seeking...
  • Heavy Truck Orders Rebound in March
    Net orders for heavy trucks jumped 20.2 percent in March to 29,200 units, the largest monthly order number since May...
  • Union Pacific to Build New Mexico Terminals
    With New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez signing a law Tuesday that gives Union Pacific Railroad an exemption from state fuel...
  • DP World Plans Reverse Stock Split
    DP World, the global container terminal operator, said it will seek shareholders approval for a one-for-20 reverse stock split in...
  • Moody's Rates CMA CGM Again
    Moody's assigned a provisional Ba3 rating to CMA CGM and judged the outlook for the world's third largest ocean container...
  • Houston OKs nearly $35 million for Bayport
    The Port of Houston Authority awarded nearly $35 million in contracts for design and construction of additional entry and exit...
  • Maritime Industry Seeks Chassis Business Model
    Ocean carriers are committed to ending the 50-year-old practice of supplying chassis to their customers in the U.S., but industry...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
APRIL 6, 2011
  • Container ship supply under control
  • Asia-Europe cargo slumps in February
  • FTA unveils ocean freight contract
  • 'More balanced' transatlantic volumes on the rise

TradeWindsweb site
APRIL 6, 2011
  • Bank sounds default alarm
    Fate of Hartmann Offshore fleet in the hands of Nord LB as US owner wrestles with crisis in Egypt and $540m worth of loans.
  • Dolphin gets wet
    Atle Jacobsen-led offshore group makes a splash in the seismic sector with a pair of ships chartered from GC Rieber.
  • Trafigura hires VLGC pair
    Neu Seeschiffahrt secures charter contracts in gas deal forged with Amsterdam-based trading giant, brokers say.
  • Lead found on box
    Western Australian mine temporarily shut after harmful metal discovered on shipping container.
  • Finnlines faces Q1 loss
    Stevedoring strikes will bring Finnish ro-ro owner low initially, but full year result should still be better than 2010.
  • Petrobras hires DSV
    Fugro poised to pocket $100m in diving-support vessel contract led by privately held US offshore owner.
  • Scorpio takes Lasco ship
    New York-listed firm takes in products carrier from Latvian owner on one-year deal.
  • Safe orders dry double
    Greek owner returns to Japan for new panamaxes set for delivery in 2014.
  • Out of Africa!
    Cosco-owned cargoship makes controversial return to Africa.
  • China jv expands with VLs
    Tie-up between China Shipping Group and V.Ships to get 12 more vessels as remit grows.
  • Chat swirls around DRYS
    Market buzzing with rumour George Economou-led company has sold on drillship options to AP Moller.
  • APM going to Georgia
    Maersk group's ports unit snaps up Poti from Rakia of the UAE.
  • Hoegh pens HHI sextet
    Sveinung Stohle-led owner books up to six FSRUs at Seoul-listed shipyard after being enticed by favorable delivery slots.
  • ICTSI inks port deal
    Philippines operator bags contract to manage Tamil Nadu container terminal.
  • Ukrainians out of Libya
    Beluga heavy lift with Ukrainian crew helped out of Tripoli by Ukrainian embassy, while another vessel leaves Misrata.
  • Crew struck by bug
    More than 20 seafarers hit by gastroenteritis on New Zealand's Kaitaki ferry.

American Shipperweb site
APRIL 6, 2011
  • USMEF appoints Julca to South American manager
    The U.S. Meat Export Federation has appointed Jessica Julca to manage the South America region. Julca will be based in Lima, Peru. She has more than 10 years of food industry experience in Peru. "We are continually looking at regions where the comb...
  • RILA, CargoNet heighten cargo theft focus
    The Retail Industry Leaders Association and CargoNet have formed an exclusive alliance to combat the increasing problem of cargo theft across the retail industry. According to the 2010 United States Cargo Theft Report issued by CargoNet, reported ...
  • DHL takes logistics aim at Africa
    DHL said it will renew its focus on Africa by helping to ease the movement of goods within and out of the quickly emerging continent and boost trade within regional economies. In Africa, DHL will increase its focus on industry sectors such as oil ...
  • Census could revise AES rulemaking
    The U.S. Census Bureau is considering revising a couple provisions of its January proposal to change export-filing requirements, Omari Wooden, the agency''s trade ombudsman, said Tuesday. Based on industry comments to theproposed rulemaking , the F...
  • Ryder completes BIT acquisition
    Ryder System has completed the acquisition of BIT Leasing, a privately owned truck leasing and fleet services company based in Hayward, Calif. The acquisition was completed in two phases; the first phase completed in August 2010 and the final phase...
  • UP to build rail terminal in New Mexico
    Union Pacific Railroad said it will begin building an intermodal rail terminal near Santa Teresa, N.M., in June. The railroad said the decision follows New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez signing a law a granting Union Pacific a locomotive fuel tax ded...
  • American starts direct cargo services
    American Airlines Cargo has started direct services between Shanghai and Los Angeles, and Budapest/New York. The Fort Worth, Texas-based carrier said it's also resuming seasonal service between Dublin and Chicago. "This exciting new service betwee...
  • DOT sends marine highways report to Congress
    U.S. Transportation Department on Tuesday released a report that it said would serve as a roadmap to the future in creating and further strengthening the nation's marine highways. Prepared by the DOT's Maritime Administration, the 84-page report,A...
  • Congress told border crossings need upgrade
    Border crossings between the United States and Mexico have fallen into disrepair and are in need of upgrading, McAllen, Texas, Mayor Richard Cortez told the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Border and Maritime Security on Tuesday. "We...
  • 'Imbalance of investment, results'

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
APRIL 6, 2011
  • US crude inventory rises again
    A two million-barrel gain in US stockpiles was projected.
  • Fujairah market firm
    In Cape Town, MGO deliveries available for supply April 9-20.
  • Fresh doubts about LNG's climate benefits
    Figures from Norway confirm LNG as fuel eliminates sulphur emissions and cuts NOx drastically, but methane leakage said to negate CO2 benefit.
  • Bunker markets continue to firm
    Strikes push up prices in Piraeus, according to reports.
  • Dry bulk operator building 'fuel efficient' fleet
    Newbuilds will be competitive 'even in relatively weak markets.'
  • Spain cracks down on discharges of oily water
    Country has shaken off 'helplessness and fatalism' in struggle against marine pollution,' says prosecutor.
  • New system detects early signs of hull fouling
    Hull Medic 'reviews 100,000s of a ship's data records per month.'
  • ExxonMobil offers second high viscosity parcel
    Parcel expected to be sold at a discount of $25-27 pmt or lower.
  • Prices increase at major ports mid-week
    Demand for bunkers generally low on Wednesday.
  • Vessel lay-ups provide 'very significant savings' in fuel costs
    Operational costs can be reduced by as much as 90%, according to managing director of former BP Group's lay-up unit.
  • MOL trim system increases fuel efficiency by up to 4%
    Optimum trim system, developed with a Japanese research agency, 'successfully tested' on a 6,400 unit car carrier.
  • French ferry operator chooses dual fuel LNG newbuilds
    Partnership with STX France will develop new 'green' passenger ferry.
  • Brightoil starts bunker trading in Tokyo
    Offering 380 cSt and 500 cSt bunker products in Tokyo Bay.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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