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BRIEFS

April 7, 2011

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*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

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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

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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

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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...

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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...

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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

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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.

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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'

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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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PORTS

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

COMPETITION

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

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

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

PORTS

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%

PORTS

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

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%

LOGISTICS

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.

TRUCKING

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

PORTS

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.

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

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%.

PORTS

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

PORTS

Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base

SHIPPING

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.

CRUISES

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

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.

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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.

LEGISLATION

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

PORTS

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.

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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

PIRACY

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.

PORTS

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

ACCIDENTS

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"

TRADE

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

PORTS

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%.

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined

PORTS

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

LEGISLATION

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."

SHIPPING

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

TRADE

USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China

Washington

100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

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%)

SHIPPING

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

SHIPPING

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector

Rome

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

SHIPPING

ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels

Haifa

The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.

INDUSTRY

ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

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.

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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%)

SHIPPING

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%

PORTS

Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"

Naples/Rome

Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters

PORTS

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

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%.

PORTS

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%)

SHIPPING

ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.

Trieste

PORTS

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

FREIGHT TERMINALS

PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.

Padua

PORTS

Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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%.

SHIPPING

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

ACCIDENTS

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

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings

CRUISES

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

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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%

PORTS

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.

CRUISES

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.

PORTS

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

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.

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)

SHIPPING

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.

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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"

PORTS

Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.

Istanbul

15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe

ASSOCIATIONS

Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

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%

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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.

SHIPPING

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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

PORTS

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

TAXES

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

COMPANIES

P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%

SHIPYARDS

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

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)

PORTS

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

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.

Rome

PORTS

In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

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

SHIPYARDS

Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.

Genoa

It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard

SHIPYARDS

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

SHIPPING

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%

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies

OFFSHORE

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.

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

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

ACCIDENTS

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

PORTS

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.

EDUCATION

The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

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

SHIPPING

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

FINANCING

The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

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.

COMPANIES

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

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport

PORTS

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

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.

PORTS

Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor

Rome

Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities

SHIPPING

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

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.

COMPANIES

Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025

Milan

Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports

PORTS

The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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

CRUISES

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.

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

PORTS

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.

EDUCATION

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

LOGISTICS

Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.

Genoa

The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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.

LOGISTICS

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.

OFFSHORE

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

SHIPPING

The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

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

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

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

MEETINGS

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

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port

Villorba

The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

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.

SHIPPING

SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

MEETINGS

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

OFFSHORE

DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

PORTS

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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