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June 8, 2011
The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Baltic index slides after rising for 10 sessions
    The Baltic Exchange's main sea freight index, which tracks rates to ship dry commodities, turned negative on Monday in light activity.
  • Tanker rates seen rising on likely Opec export boost
    Rates for crude oil tankers on key Asian freight routes are seen rising over the next week, supported by an expected boost in Opec exports, shipbrokers said yesterday.
  • Maersk CEO calls for timely deliveries
    Eivind Kolding, chief executive officer at Maersk Line, the world's largest container line, said the industry must improve its ability to deliver cargo on time to a rate of at least 95 per cent from currently 50 per cent.
  • Missing link in Somali piracy picture: torture
Strait Talk
  • Steep learning curve for shippers' forum
    SHIPPERS around the world should be able to look forward to their concerns being voiced more effectively with the transformation of the Global Shippers' Forum from an informal alliance into an organisation potentially on a par with shipping industry counterparts like the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and BIMCO.

The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Baltic index slides after rising for 10 sessions
    The Baltic Exchange's main sea freight index, which tracks rates to ship dry commodities, turned negative on Monday in light activity.
  • Tanker rates seen rising on likely Opec export boost
    Rates for crude oil tankers on key Asian freight routes are seen rising over the next week, supported by an expected boost in Opec exports, shipbrokers said yesterday.
  • Maersk CEO calls for timely deliveries
    Eivind Kolding, chief executive officer at Maersk Line, the world's largest container line, said the industry must improve its ability to deliver cargo on time to a rate of at least 95 per cent from currently 50 per cent.
  • Missing link in Somali piracy picture: torture
Strait Talk
  • Steep learning curve for shippers' forum
    SHIPPERS around the world should be able to look forward to their concerns being voiced more effectively with the transformation of the Global Shippers' Forum from an informal alliance into an organisation potentially on a par with shipping industry counterparts like the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and BIMCO.

Sched Netweb site
  • Shipping disrupted along Yangtze as drought brings low water levels
  • Zim increases Asia-Europe rate US$275 per TEU from July 1
  • World Bank seeks CO2 jet fuel, bunker tax, EU to tax in 2012, IATA cries foul
  • Kaohsiung Harbour Bureau budgets US$68.9 million to rebuild box quays
  • More boxes come from lessors than ever, leasing rates expected to increase
  • ESC opts out of Global Shippers Forum as it seeks NGO status
  • Old Dominion offers LCL service in Taichung, Keelung, Kaohsiung ports
  • Mighty Oz buck drives Port Botany volume up 5.6pc in April to 162,205 TEU
  • Shipping Corporation of India back in black as liner net profit soars 50pc
  • Nigeria ports increase 2010 throughput 12pc, with container volume rising 8.8pc
  • Carrier profit forecast cut, but Asia Pacific still leads in profitability
  • Aviation industry players boost third Hong Kong runway plan
  • Chongqing airport to build third 3,800-metre runway by 2015

Exim Indiaweb site
  • CMA CGM Group reaffirms commitment to environment
  • India trying hard to reverse piracy area ruling
  • Maersk Line bags award for highest throughput at JN Port
  • EEPC members invited to take part in INDEE Bangkok 2011
  • Export orders issued for 3.39l tonnes of sugar so far
  • Farm goods, exports push truck sales/rentals up
  • Handicrafts exports climb 14 pc in April
  • Karnataka all set to allow ore exports with new conditions
  • MMTC offers to export 30,000 tonnes of pig iron
  • Tea imports plunge 25 pc to 19.26 m kg in FY11
  • Govt to ban new port projects in high erosion zones
  • JN Port observes World Environment Day
  • Food inflation fell to 8.06 pc
  • Adani Power synchronises 2nd supercritical unit of 660 MW at Mundra

International Transport Journalweb site
JUNE 7, 2011
  • Another successful year for Stadler Rail Group in Switzerland
    The Switzerland-based Stadler Rail Group has reported another successful year in 2010. Sales stood at CHF 1.077 billion, slightly above the levels of previous years, and incoming o...
  • International financial institutions give green light to extend Jamaica's only toll road
    Jamaica: a four-lane motorway extension between Sandy Bay and Four Paths on the island's main route west of Kingston is expected to reduce travel times, road accidents and emission...
  • Palletways invests in new fleet
    Palletways, Europe's largest and fastest growing express palletised freight network, has invested GBP 1.5 million (about EUR 1.73 million) in a new vehicle fleet in order to accomm...
  • Road hauliers protest against new truck toll in Czechia
    A toll is set to be introduced for lorries weighing more than 3.5 t on the 5,000 km Czech regional road network. The trade association Cesmad Bohemia has said that it will oppose t...
  • Sheremetyevo tightens noise regulations
    Moscow airport Sheremetyevo is tightening its noise regulations by introducing a night-flying ban on aircraft that emit over 130 decibels when taking off. These types of aircraft, ...
  • West African regional airline to be created
    The creation of a regional airline should add some impetus to the economic cooperation of West African States. In line with this, the Economic Community of West African States (Eco...
  • Australia: GAP surges ahead with track laying on missing link
    QR National, Australia's largest rail freight company, has begun laying railway track on the Northern Missing Link in Central Queensland, marking a pivotal milestone in its signatu...
  • French state acquires majority stake in Strasbourg airport
    The French joint stock company SA Aéroport de Strasbourg Entzheim has taken over Strasbourg airport's operating concession that runs until 2050. SA Aéroport de Strasbourg Entzheim ...
  • VTG purchases the Railcraft group of companies
    VTG Aktiengesellschaft recently acquired the Railcraft group of companies that operates offices in Espoo (Finland), Moscow (Russia) and Tallinn (Estonia). Railcraft rents out its o...
  • Rhenus joins European Vehicle Logistics lobby organisation
    The Rhenus Group wants to play a more prominent role in the automotive industry's discussions. To fulfil this aim, the logistics service provider became a member of the A...
  • Easyfresh appoints Sea Logistics for Poland
    Easyfresh, a global reefer logistics operator, has announced that an agency agreement has been signed with the Polish company Sea-Logistics Sp. z o.o. The new venture caters for th...
  • UK freight forwarders name new president and national chairman
    The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has a new president and national chairman. Sir Peter Bottomley MP has become Bifa's new president, succeeding Lord Fowler. Stev...
  • Menlo Worldwide Logistics fulfilling services for Damaris
    Menlo Worldwide Logistics, the global logistics subsidiary of Con-way Inc, will carry-out logistics, warehousing and distribution services for the UK-based quality lingerie produce...
  • Hansa Heavy Lift GmbH - full speed ahead
    Hansa Heavy Lift GmbH, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the international investment enterprise Oaktree Capital Management, officially commenced its activities on 1 June. The new enter...
  • Vostochny included in Zim's schedule
    On 5 June, the Vostochnaya Stevedoring Company's container terminal completed the handling of the first-ever panamax-class ultra-large containership in the port of Vostochny's hist...
  • MOL extends period to transport aid supplies from overseas
    The Japanese shipping company Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL; President: Koichi Muto) recently announced that it is extending the period it will transport aid supplies from overseas...

Marine Logweb site
JUNE 7, 2011
  • BC Ferries reports year-end results
  • Postal Service salutes U.S. Merchant Marine on four stamps
  • New skeg design said to cut cruise ship power requirements
  • Nordic Yards busy with work for Norilsk Nickel
  • Petrobras board give green light for 21 drill rigs
  • SBM Offshore DSCV to have Wärtsilä power and propulsion

World Wide Shipperweb site
JUNE 7, 2011
  • Port of Vancouver, USA closes Farwest land sale
  • Memorandum of Understanding inked for anti-piracy training center in Djibouti
  • Large and small Ballard locks closed for inspection today
  • K Line vessel rescues pair of stranded sailors
  • Marcon helps broker sale of Island Tug and Barge vessel

Lloyd's Listweb site
JUNE 7, 2011
  • PierPass to raise fee to $60 per teu
    Shippers moving cargo through Los Angeles and Long Beach to face extra fee from next month
  • Aframax earnings hit lowest level in four months
    Markets see no sign of relief as rates plummet
  • VLGC rates stagnate as Saudi prices fail to ignite
    Rates stuck at around $40 per tonne with little immediate improvement
  • Panamax rates flatline despite China coal talk
    Market is balanced with expectations of rising activity on coal routes providing support, but ample tonnage remains available
  • Sale of NYK capesize sets new low benchmark price at $15m
    Price of $15m for 148,500 dwt Suzaku reflects falling values, but it may spur some opportunistic buyers to enter the sector
  • MR tanker values hold up after raft of purchases
    Medium range tankers kept sale and purchase brokers busy over the last week, with MR tanker Tambov standing out as a deal that set a useful benchmark sale for European-built MR tankers
  • Sovcomflot set to sign 15-year charters for LNG duo
    Russia's Sovcomflot expects to sign this month 15-year time charter contracts for both its two newbuilding LNG carrier orders
  • Unofficial crane drivers strike creates havoc at Bordeaux
    Workers fear loss of social security status once private sector takes over
  • Thoresen Thai defends doubling of executive pay amid shareholder fury
    Dry-bulk operator says salary jump was due to recruitment of four new executives in 2009
  • Industry gets to grips with offshore mysteries
    Both sectors face similar challenges, but the future looks brighter for offshore
  • Libyan port authorities' assets frozen
    EU makes it illegal to for European-operated vessels to transact business with six ports thought to include Tripoli and Ras Lanuf
  • Metalworkers stage sit-in at Brodosplit yard over shipbuilding ban
    Union demands Croatian government moves more quickly on EU privatisation conditions
  • Rich pickings ' but only for the few
    As shoreside staff continue to earn far more than seafarers, pay rates in Asia are beginning to catch up with the Europe
  • Pay gap narrows for sea staff globally
    Sacking European officers and hiring from Asia does not necessarily mean big savings
  • London at loggerheads with India over piracy risk area
    Call for Joint War Committee high risk area to be revised after owners complain of insurance costs eroding margins
  • Deals in KG secondary market fail to materialise as shareholders sit tight
    Lack of demand from investors 'for shares of good quality' leaves market baffled
  • Keeping talent tied in
    The debate over boardroom pay now has to consider the global market that is emerging in white collar shipping jobs
  • Save Our Seafarers to launch hard-hitting appeal direct to public
    Anti-piracy campaign to step up pressure on governments to take action with graphic portrayals of victims' suffering
  • TCC files Chapter 15 petition
    Move aimed to ensure all creditors treated equally
  • Maersk urges thinking outside the box
    Maersk Line wants booking cargo space to be as easy as ordering an airline flight online
  • WMU still walking a financial tightrope
    Bail-out is only a temporary measure as governors search for more funding
  • Muscle in on the emissions cash debate
    Aviation industry opposition to the EU's carbon agenda should make shipping chiefs think about the need for some serious lobbying strength
  • Exclusive interview: Kolding calls for radical overhaul of container shipping
    Updated: Industry needs to change now, says Maersk Line chief
  • Thai navy to join anti-pirate force
    Two warships to join ships from 25 other nations in Gulf of Aden
  • LPG tanker's crew robbed in Singapore Strait
    Gang armed with knives board vessel after two similar incidents last week
  • Taiwan Navigation's first-quarter profit cut in half
    Operating income up 16% as company predicts two years of sluggish rates
  • Twin German ports see boom in boxes and cars
    Bremen and Bremerhaven post 15% rise in total volumes in first four months of 2011 to 25.7m tonnes
  • Mersey Ports unveils 20-year plan for green supply chain
    Development of deepwater Seaforth River Terminal container hub at Liverpool to combine with new multi-modal inland terminals along the Manchester Ship Canal
  • Hamworthy looks forward to a bumper year
    Revenues were down, but record order intake points to busy future as gas takes off

Fairplayweb site
JUNE 7, 2011
  • 'I brake for whales' speed limit sought
    GREENS are urging speed limits for ships off the US West Coast to protect whales from strikes
  • Crowded world seeks breadbaskets
    WORLD population growth will increasingly offer opportunities for US shipping, delegates to a London grains conference heard today
  • Rail closures hit shipments from Richards Bay
    RICHARDS Bay coal exports in South Africa fell to a 41-month low in May as shippers maintained a minimal schedule during a 20-day rail shutdown, IHS McCloskey reported today
  • US LNG re-exports surge
    SHIPMENTS of re-exported LNG from two US terminals are hitting record volumes, according to the Energy Information Administration
  • Spot plunge hits FreeSeas
    HANDYSIZE specialist FreeSeas disclosed quarterly losses today as its spot-exposed fleet bore the brunt of falling rates
  • Grain rate rise seen from Russia move
    RUSSIA'S lifting of a grain export ban might lift freight rates in the Black Sea and Mediterranean, a London conference heard today
  • Pilots cut Mississippi draught
    BAR PILOTS will restrict vessel draughts on the lower Mississippi Riverto 13.1m (43ft) from their authorised 13.7m from 9 June as silt and shoaling increase, Fairplay was told today
  • Kolding: relish opportunity
    HALF OF ALL containers arrive late, while the sector lacks transparency and common goals, Maersk Line CEO Eivind Kolding warned today
  • Bremerhaven posts box record
    BREMERHAVEN, Europe's fourth-largest container port, saw monthly throughput reach a new record of 512,000teu in April, surpassing the previous high from three years ago
  • Japan crude imports recover
    JAPAN'S crude imports are recovering, two months after the major earthquake that put four refineries offline, according to IHS Global Insight
  • Antwerp improves 'logistics of data'
    ANTWERP has developed electronic communications to enable more efficient, transparent and reliable exchanges between port users and administrators
  • Pirates jailed in Somaliland
    SIX PIRATES have reportedly been jailed in Somaliland over the hijacking of a ship three years ago
  • Mermaid unveils battle plans
    TTA'S SUBSEA engineering and rig drilling arm has unveiled a two-part plan to reverse losses
  • Capesize rates keep dropping
    BROKERS told Fairplay today that rates are dropping on several Capesize drybulk routes, despite a return of Chinese charterers to the market

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JUNE 7, 2011
  • DOT Sends $1.5 Million to Alabama for Tornado Repairs
    The Department of Transportation is making $1.5 million available to Alabama in "quick-release" emergency funds, to reimburse the state for...
  • Ocean Carriers Delay Peak-Season Surcharge
    A peak-season surcharge scheduled to take effect next week in the eastbound Pacific has been postponed for at least one...
  • LA-LB to Increase Daytime Traffic Mitigation Fee
    Terminal operators in Los Angeles-Long Beach will increase the traffic mitigation fee charged during daytime hours to $60 per TEU...
  • Railroads Face Missouri River Flood Delays
    Rising floodwaters on the Missouri River have begun disrupting some rail operations, just the latest in a series of weather...
  • Containerized Exports Rise for 19th Straight Month
    U.S. containerized exports rose 12.5 percent in April, their 19th consecutive year-over-year increase, after a 13.9 percent gain in March,...
  • Miss. River Levels Prompt Vessel Draft Limits
    The combination of Mississippi River flood water levels dropping and the river's bottom silting up is creating what some call...
  • BA to Pay $89.5 Million to Settle Class Action Suit
    British Airways today agreed to pay $89.5 million to scores of air freight shippers to settle a U.S. class action...
  • Railcar Owners Parked 2,855 More Units in May
    North American owners of railcars parked 2,855 additional cars during May, expanding the fleet of idled units at a time...
  • Maersk Resumes Services at Two Japanese Ports
    Maersk Line, the world's largest container shipping firm, announced the partial resumption of services at two Japanese ports damaged by...
  • DHL Cargo Plane Crashes, Crew Saved
    A DHL Express cargo plane crashed into the sea off the coast of Gabon on Monday, but the four crew...
  • Geodis Wilson Buys One Source Logistics
    Geodis Wilson strengthened its position in the U.S. this week with the acquisition of Minneapolis-based freight broker One Source Logistics...
  • Maersk Line Chief Urges Radical Industry Changes
    Maersk Line CEO Eivind Kolding, using the pulpit of the world's largest container shipping line, urged broad changes in the...
  • Pacific International, Wan Hai Upgrade Network
    Pacific International Lines and Wan Hai Lines will upgrade their service network in the trade lanes between Asia and Europe,...
  • Japan, India Set FTA for Aug. 1
    Japan and India will put a free trade agreement into force on Aug.1, ushering in a new era of trade...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
JUNE 7, 2011
  • Maersk chief: industry must change
  • OTAL to disappear
  • De Monie says maximum max reached
  • Zim divides pendulum service into two
  • Laid-up fleet drops to 0.7%

TradeWindsweb site
JUNE 7, 2011
  • PierPass plugs $52m gap
    Non-profit port congestion group to celebrate 4th of July holiday by boosting TEU fees at Port of LA Long Beach.
  • TDW fleet czar steps down
    Tidewater's offshore acquisition mastermind abandons top post after 38 years in the trenches.
  • Britons at sea
    A fifth of Britons think Calais is still a UK port and 6% of women don't even know what a port is as the tide of ignorance and indifference threatens to sink Britannia.
  • Pain in the neck
    Seaman sues Liberty Maritime over defective desk chair and infected neck wound in bizarre personal injury case.
  • Let the bidding begin
    Brazilian energy behemoth rubber stamps bidding process for the construction of 21 drilling rigs.
  • Palmali snares oil deal
    Russian shipowner to carry oil over 10 years for producer RussNeft.
  • Freeseas in freefall
    Ion Varouxakis-led Freeseas slumps into the red on weak drybulk charter rates.
  • Greens' toxic targets
    Campaigners are targeting a US-flag ship they claim is bound for Bangladeshi breakers but, like another, is officially "dead".
  • Tanker lists
    Loading halted on Pratibha Shipping vessel at Visakhapatnam after vessel lurches to one side.
  • 'Naked' rower rescued
    Man rowing naked across the Indian Ocean saved after being exposed to choppy seas.
  • Poten in products caution
    Over-ordering at low prices could seriously exasperate oversupply and derail recovery in products tanker market, broker says.

American Shipperweb site
JUNE 7, 2011
  • Averitt expands Kentucky, Ohio warehouses
    Averitt Express has expanded its warehouse operations in Lexington, Ky., and Cincinnati to meet customer needs for "flexible" shared warehouse space. "As the U.S. economy begins to improve, companies are looking for flexible warehousing options to ...
  • Old Dominion starts drayage in Mobile
    Old Dominion Freight Line has opened a container drayage site to serve all ports and container yards in the Mobile, Ala. area. The site, its second container drayage facility opened this year, will offer pickup and delivery to any point in the Unit...
  • Virgin handles Strategic Airlines' capacity
    Virgin Atlantic Cargo will manage Brisbane, Australia-based Strategic Airline's long-haul cargo activity as a new partner, complementing its existing partnership with V Australia. In particular, the activity will cover Strategic's new Phuket and Ba...
  • DHL is TAPA-certified in North America
    DHL Express has achieved full Transported Asset Protection Association certification for all of its key North American facilities following the recent certification of its Los Angeles and San Francisco gateways. Its North America locations include...
  • Fuel prices drain airlines' profit buffer
    The International Air Transport Association (IATA) on Monday downgraded its 2011 airline industry profit forecast to $4 billion, 54 percent lower than the $8.6 billion profit forecast in March and a 78 percent drop compared with the $18 billion ne...
  • Air draft restricts Hapag-Lloyd New Orleans calls
    Hapag-Lloyd is omitting port calls at New Orleans the next three weeks from its GS1 service between the East Coast of South America and the U.S. Gulf Coast due to insufficient air draft, the German line said. Rising water levels on the Mississippi ...
  • MOL slow steams Asia/South America loop
    A service from MOL and Hamburg Süd linking Asia and South America via South Africa has begun slow steaming on the second half of its return leg to Asia, according to American Shipper affiliate ComPair Data. The lines' CSW service will sail slower f...
  • Shippers, ship owners spar over bunker levy
    Groups representing shippers and ship owners are sparing over proposals to reduce the production of greenhouse gases by the shipping industry. Last week the Global Shippers' Forum, recently reorganized to become a higher-profile non-governmental ...
  • Maersk releases splashy shipping "manifesto"
    Maersk Line Chief Executive Officer Eivind Kolding unveiled a splashy new shipping "manifesto" on Tuesday, calling on the container shipping industry to avoid complacency and offer shippers better services. The company hasset up a Web sitewhere it...
  • Global Shippers' Forum

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JUNE 7, 2011
  • Fujairah prices stable
    Deliveries available for supply up to and including 21 June.
  • Russian port operator wants $100 million from IPO
    Global Ports to use the money to invest in port projects.
  • Rotterdam market in 'stand-off'
    Prices see little movement.
  • Maersk unveils manifesto on need for change in shipping
    'The time has come' to make the kind of revolutionary change brought by containerisation and make shipping easier and more transparent for customers.
  • Maersk Tankers expands fleet with new fuel efficient VLCCs
    'With today's bunker prices it makes sense not only for the environment' but also from a financial perspective, says Head of Crude.
  • New barge to strengthen Verbeke's position in Zeebrugge
    Aegean subsidiary now has 19 delivery vessels in the ARA region.
  • Warning of 'apathy' over sulphur regulations
    Lobbying for delays in sulphur regulations 'a mistake', Istanbul bunker conference told.
  • Hamworthy winning LNG contracts
    Company clinches five orders for its LNG fuelling systems in'emerging market for LNG-powered ships.'
  • Bunker prices largely down at major Asian ports
    Mixed demand at key Asian ports on Tuesday.
  • Siemens to provide fuel saving solution to Italian Coast Guard
    EcoProp hybrid propulsion system will save 'substantial amounts of energy and fuel'.
  • New tugboat to boost Alaskan firm fleet
    Vessel designed for multi-mission purposes throughout Alaska's river and coastal regions.
  • Scorpio Tankers places order for fuel-efficient newbuilds
    Vessel 'enhancements' to cut fuel consumption by 10% while reducing air emissions.

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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
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Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
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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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