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November 8, 2011
The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Ships looking to anti-piracy measures beyond bullets
    Pirates may encounter a skunk-smelling water curtain or propeller-tangling ropes the next time they approach a US merchant ship. A warning to turn away may be accompanied by an ear-splitting squeal, if not rounds from an AK-47.
  • Yang Ming plans US$700m order of mega ships
    Taiwan's Yang Ming Marine Transport Corp plans to order five 'mega' containerships despite being hit by the global slowdown as it looks to keep up with rivals, media and an official said yesterday.
  • Japan nabs another Chinese fishing boat
    The Chinese skipper of a fishing boat has been arrested in waters off south-western Japan after fleeing the coast guard and being chased down, Japanese authorities said.

Sched Netweb site
  • US fines Kuehne + Nagel US$9.9 million for fixing surcharges with rivals
  • Each TEU shipped Shanghai-north Europe costs carriers US$141, study says
  • Gas mixing suspected in reefer explosions, search underway for killer boxes
  • Union: Armed guards no substitute for on-board soldiers to fight pirates
  • Hefei port box volume tops 30,000 TEU, beating annual target
  • Germanischer Lloyd out to prove feasibility of LNG-fuelled box ships
  • Insurance: Hellenic War Risks Club celebrates its 50th anniversary
  • INTTRA offers OceanMetrics platform that measures performance
  • French wine floods into China as 30 million join middle class every year
  • Schiphol cargo falls 6pc in September, but stays ahead of 2010 count
  • International Airlines Group profit declines 31pc as revenue rises 2.2pc
  • Air cargo exec guilty of air cargo kickbacks, faces possible 20 years plus
  • Singapore's Flight Safety Foundation gains new board member from CAAS

International Transport Journalweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2011
  • Basel logistics cluster officially inaugurated
    The Basel region logistics cluster project, which started two years ago with the publication of a study by the logistics chair of the University of St Gallen (Switzerland) was rece...
  • Toll Group appoints Grant Devonport as CFO
    The Toll Group, a leading Asian supplier of integrated logistics services, has appointed Grant Devonport, who has been acting chief financial officer since September, as its CFO. D...
  • DSV Air & Sea starts short sea services
    The global logistics services provider DSV Air & Sea, based in Br'ndby (Denmark), recently launched new coastal shipping services. DSV Short Sea offers links between all major ...
  • Port of Hamilton adds CAD 5.9 billion to Canadian economy
    Cargo shipments to and from the port of Hamilton (Canada) contribute CAD 5.9 billion to the Canadian economy and support 38,000 jobs in Ontario, according to a new study. The analy...
  • 11% increase in C.H. Robinson revenue in Q3
    C.H. Robinson Worldwide, a third-party logistics service provider based in Eden Prairie (USA), has reported its results for the third quarter, which ended on 30 September. Revenues...
  • Swiss Post opens logistics centre in Pratteln
    Swiss Post officially opened a new 16,000 sqm logistics centre in Pratteln near Basel (Switzerland) recently. Swiss Post previously had two warehouses in the region, in Muttenz and...
  • Railfreight volumes in CIS increase
    The railway network in Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) shipped more than 1.5 billion t of freight in the first nine months of 2011, 4% more than the same period last year....
  • Singapore airport seeks to expand in Russia
    Changi Airports International (CAI), the Basic Element Group, which currently owns a number of airports in the Krasnodar region, and Sberbank Investments, have signed a memorandum ...
  • Fewer fatal heavy vehicle crashes in Australia
    231 people died in 198 crashes involving heavy trucks or buses in Australia in the 12 months to the end of March, including 140 deaths in 120 crashes involving articulated trucks a...
  • DB Schenker Rail UK locomotives upgraded for HS1
    DB Schenker Rail UK is to upgrade five class 92 locomotives for railfreight operations on the high speed 1 line (HS1), as it continues with plans to introduce regular services on B...
  • Daimler Trucks expanding production capacities
    Daimler Trucks expects to post significant growth in unit sales in 2011. The need to catch up in the European and Nafta markets is the main reason for the strong revival of demand ...
  • Europe Airpost launches Paris-Tunis airfreight link
    The French airfreight company Europe Airpost has launched a new scheduled service from Paris CDG to Tunis. Up to 15 t of airfreight can be taken on the twice-weekly route, which wi...
  • Southern Air and Centurion Cargo sign ACMI agreement
    Southern Air Holdings, a leading worldwide provider of ACMI outsourced aircraft, has signed a multi-year Boeing B747 ACMI agreement with Centurion Air Cargo, a Miami-based all-carg...

Marine Logweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2011
  • Marcon brokers sale of giant hover barge
  • ACL appoints Paul Tobin as senior VP and COO
  • ABS releases ballast water treatment guide
  • Dockwise to sell yacht transport subsidiary
  • Damen Shipyards introduces first vessel in new PSV series
  • Austal completes acquisition of Philippines shipyard
  • Fujairah shipyard launches second wave-piercing crew boat

World Wide Shipperweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2011
  • Vancouver, USA Port Board to discuss proposed 2012 budget
  • Ports of Long Beach/LA to discontinue Clean Truck Fee
  • Boeing marks delivery of Atlas Air 747-8 Freighter
  • Foss Maritime taps Wolff as new engineering director
  • Horizon Lines reports loss for third fiscal quarter 2011

Lloyd's Listweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2011
  • Goodwill impairment sends Horizon spinning to $127m loss
    Bolt from the blue is distinct from $105m-$110m to be written off separately in fourth quarter
  • Yildirim aims to be global ports player
    Company looks to add to portfolio outside native Turkey
  • UN Ro-Ro builds on Balkans war beginnings
    Company has grown rapidly since 1990s services bypassing war-torn region
  • Fast-growing Turkey boosts interest in shipping
    The rising importance of maritime trade to Turkey's economy is reflected in plans to create a ministry that incorporates shipping in its title
  • Call for international crane regulation
    Industry bodies club together to issue guidance
  • A global industry requires global rules
    The European Union must work with IMO to agree market-based measures
  • Watching Greece implode
    It is not Greek shipowners I feel most sorry for, but the local people who will now have to pick up the bill for a mess they did not create
  • Tata takes advantage of low prices by ordering dry bulk newbuildings
    Steel manufacturer's joint venture with NYK expands self-owned tonnage
  • Laskaridis takes over first Atlantic Wind units
    Doubts over finality of deal dispersed as Greek owner adds freezer ships to fish transportation operation
  • VLGC rates predicted to stay above $70 per tonne until the end of 2011
    Prices set to be supported by healthy market fundamentals despite recent dips
  • Eid sees demolition sales activity settled in India amid weak sentiment
    Majority of ships now selling in the high $400s per ldt range in South Asia
  • Another partner quits BLG's marine team
    Jeb Clulow jumps ship following merger with Clyde & Co
  • EBRD backs Black Sea ballast water training
    Programme set up to increase awareness of ballast water convention
  • Inmarsat on track for Global Xpress launch
    Fifth-generation satellites set for 2013 start as maritime revenues remain flat
  • Is it time to think big on gas powered shipping?
    Shipowners should be learning lessons in the emission control area SOx debate and looking at net asset value when thinking about gas fuel
  • Eitzen US-Asia chemical trade fizzes in fourth quarter
    Chinese moves to build chemical stockpiles before New Year boost tanker demand
  • Appenship in insolvency proceedings
    Hamburg-based ship operator runs monthly liner service from Europe to Southeast Asia
  • Federal Maritime Commission to update rules
    Retrospective review is a result of President Barack Obama's executive order to federal agencies in January to ease the burden of US government rules
  • Greek buyers continue capesize buying spree
    Interest remains and prices hold at stable levels despite fall in charter rates
  • Nordic American and Frontline launch Orion Tankers suezmax pool
    Vessel partnership to debut as $8,000 a day spot rate sends Nordic American spinning to $22m loss
  • Asia-Europe container trade to be dragged down further by overcapacity
    Global freight rates down 12% last month but other routes benefit from capacity removal
  • NYK Group rumoured to be selling another VLCC in secondhand market
    Brokers report 1999-built Tokachi could be up for sale
  • Cheap substitute refrigerant could have led to reefer explosions
    Cambridge Refrigeration Technology tests found material corroded by a chlorinated compound
  • Royal Oasis
    Correction from Sanko Steamship
  • Turkey's economy is leaving EU countries behind
    Turkey's investment in ports and terminals is set to make it a major player
  • Action not talk of action
    The IMO has proved it can deal with climate change issues, not the overburdened UNFCCC
  • Ferguson Shipbuilders in the frame for Scottish hybrid propulsion ferries
    Vessels claimed to be the world's first seagoing ro-ro passenger hybrid ferries
  • Cosco confirms bulk carrier arrest
    Chinese state-owned company claims unnamed client fails to make freight payments
  • Noatum seals Bilbao alliance with SLP
    Deal consolidates existing links
  • UK minister flies to Dubai for talks over DP World's London Gateway
    Discussions on project's progress follows earlier visit by UK trade minister

Fairplayweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2011
  • Bank's 'hold' for Frontline 'really hurts'
    DEUTSCHE Bank analyst Justin Yagerman today cut Frontline to 'hold', admitting that he should have pulled his 'buy' recommendation earlier
  • Poles help pile price pressure on Gazprom
    PRICE pressure from shipborne LNG is continuing to plague Russia's Gazprom
  • Fairstar wins two lifelines
    FAIRSTAR Heavy Transport has reached two agreements to secure the Dutch company's future
  • Malta approves Freeport deal
    THE MALTESE government has today authorised CMA CGM to sell its half-share in Malta Freeport to Turkey's Yildirim
  • Cargo ship nearly sinks
    A PANAMA-flagged general cargo ship is being assisted to Subic Bay in the Philippines after the navies of three countries were called to help its crew this weekend
  • NAT switches pools
    SPOT tanker player Nordic American Tankers today reported widening losses in its latest quarter and unveiled a new pooling arrangement with Frontline
  • Thai floods alarm vehicle transport sector
    TOYOTA has suspended production of about 20 vehicle models in Japan because of supply chain disruption in flood-stricken Thailand, IHS Global Insight reported today
  • PGS launches $300M note
    PETROLEUM Geo-Services has launched a $300M senior note due in 2018
  • 'Brisk' growth predicted for inter-Asia boxes
    ASIA'S shipping leaders have been told to expect "relatively brisk" intra-Asia trade growth, even while trans-Pacific business falls off
  • BBC adds trans-Atlantic liner service
    LEADING German breakbulk and project cargo carrier BBC Chartering said today it plans a new monthly Med/EC South America liner service
  • VLCC sentiment rising
    ASIAN refiners are returning to action this week and the number of VLCCs open for fixing in the Persian Gulf is thinning, sector analysts said today
  • Japan eyes Canadian coal
    A JAPAN-Hong Kong shipping partnership has resulted in a deal to transport up to 3.5M tonnes of coal from Canada to Japan
  • Dockwise sells yacht transport
    DOCKWISE, the Dutch heavy-lift vessel specialist has today agreed to sell its yacht transport unit DYT to Coby Enterprises in the US for an undisclosed cash sum
  • Eitzen Chemical cuts losses
    EITZEN Chemical cuts its net losses in 3Q11 relative to both the previous quarter and year on

The Journal of Commerceweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2011
  • Domestic Intermodal Surge Offsets Ocean Slump
    Domestic intermodal traffic spiked upward 6.3 percent in the third quarter, an industry group said, offsetting weaker marine container business...
  • ILA Files Labor Charge Against Yang Ming
    An International Longshoremen's Association local has accused Yang Ming (America) of engaging in an unfair labor practice by refusing to...
  • Freight Index Slides 9.9 Percent in October
    The Cass Freight Index for U.S. domestic shipments took a steep 9.9 percent dive in October from the month, cutting...
  • Federal Rail Board Seeks to Avoid Labor Shutdown
    President Obama's team trying to head off a nationwide rail strike or lockout offered new recommendations on contract terms, triggering...
  • Hub Logistics Unit Acquires Drayage Trucker
    Intermodal provider Hub Group said its Comtrak Logistics unit acquired assets of intermodal drayage trucker Challenge Transportation. Newark, N.J.-based...
  • LA-LB Clean-Truck Fee Phases Out at End of 2011
    The Los Angeles-Long Beach clean-truck fee, a much maligned but effective tool for reducing pollution, will no longer be assessed...
  • UPS Projects Late 6 Percent Surge in Holiday Shipments
    Displaying confidence in U.S. consumers and e-commerce, UPS is hiring more seasonal workers and preparing for a 6 percent increase...
  • Shipments Spike 30 Percent at Echo Global Logistics
    A 30 percent increase in shipments pushed third-quarter gross revenue up 40 percent year-over-year to $159 million at Echo Global...
  • Transport, Logisitics M&A Activity Dips
    Mergers and acquisitions in the global transport and logistics sectors dipped slightly in the third quarter on fewer deals in...
  • Railcar Owners Place 1,378 More in Storage
    North American owners of freight railcars trucked 1,378 more into storage lots and track sidings during October, as traffic slowed...
  • Trailer Bridge Given One Week to Refinance Debt
    Trailer Bridge's lenders have given the domestic carrier until Nov. 14 to refinance its $82.5 million in bond debt. ...
  • XPO Logistics Sales Rise to $47.4 Million
    Profits tightened at XPO Logistics, formerly Express-1Expedited Solutions, as operating revenue rose 6.6 percent in the third quarter to $47.4...
  • Felixstowe Breaks Weekly Rail Traffic Record
    Felixstowe's container rail traffic hit a record 11,019 containers in a single week, as the UK's largest box port reaps...
  • Russia's Fesco Sees Container, Intermodal Traffic Soar
    Fesco reported strong gains in international ocean container traffic and intermodal shipments in the first nine months of the year,...
  • Economist Walter Kemmsies on Agricultural Exports in the Next Cycle (Video)
    Walter Kemmsies, chief economist at port consultancy Moffatt & Nichol, says global market changes are enhancing prospects for U.S. agricultural...
  • Drewry Global Rate Index Down 35 Percent This Year
    Global container freight rates fell for the fourth straight month in September and are down 35 percent in the last...
  • Horizon Loses $126.4 Million, Expects Stabilization
    Horizon Lines lost $126.5 million from continuing operations in the third quarter, compared with a $8.2 million net profit a...
  • Exporting a Path to Growth
    Something scary happened on Halloween this year. On that day, a child was born somewhere in the world who brought...
  • Japan's Kobe Sees Container Traffic Rise 5.4 Percent
    The Port of Kobe in western Japan saw container traffic rise 5.4 percent year-over-year in the first half of 2011,...
  • Slicing Into Management
    A new management style is becoming evident at YRC Worldwide and its long-haul subsidiary YRC, as new CEO James L....
  • Rogers Shifts Gears at YRC
    Less than two months after being named president of YRC, Jeff Rogers is cutting away layers of management and consolidating...
  • Going Postal
    The intermodal industry gathers next week in Atlanta for the Intermodal Expo, hosted by the Intermodal Association of North America....
  • No Playtime for Shipping
    No one's suggesting there will be nothing under Christmas trees this year, but container ship lines are finding little to...
  • Cutting Rates, Raising Efficiency
    Amid projections the shipping industry in 2012 will face another year of weak cargo growth and overcapacity, APL does not...
  • Seeking On-Dock Overhaul
    To port planner John Vickerman, the questions over the size of new vessels coming to U.S. marine terminals disregard the...
  • Vision Quest
    Over the past few weeks, I've had the opportunity to attend the National Association of Corporate Directors Annual Meeting in...
  • Bersin's Last Stand
    Alan D. Bersin's past year must seem like a blur: The commissioner of Customs and Border Protection is in a...
  • Should the HMT Rest in Peace?
    The Cape Cod Canal seemed like a promising private venture when it was built in 1914, but Boston-bound ships preferred...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2011
  • Chennai is 'less-congested' but surcharge is still on
    After various interventions from the Chennai port authority, container operations at the southern Indian port are reported to be 'less-congested'; nonetheless the ...
  • GA suspends Asia/Europe service
    The Grand Alliance is to suspend its Loop D service between Asia and Northern Europe from this week (westbound) until further notice. The service is the smallest ...
  • Tanger-Med in turmoil
    Months of industrial disruption have finally taken their toll on the port complex of Tanger-Med, Morocco, with practically all transhipment cargo having been shifted ...
  • Freightliner and CMA CGM sign deal for Asda
    Freightliner and CMA CGM have extended their rail contract agreement to include traffic for the major UK retailer Asda from Southampton to Cleveland. Cleveland ...
  • APM T's Trenchard says people and ships will shape Mediterranean port development
    The changing demographics of the Mediterranean region plus the continual upsizing of ships by mainline operators will be the main factors influencing future port ...
  • Rena box salvage will be a slow process
    The removal of the 1,280 containers from the stricken boxship Rena stuck fast on the Astolabe Reef off the coast of Tauranga, New Zealand, will be a painstaking ...
  • Textainer enjoys healthy Q3 11 result
    A combination of high equipment utilisation levels, firm rates and the completion of a capital restructuring programme contributed to a very strong performance ...
  • Slow speed steaming courts further controversy
  • FMC sets December deadline for 'cargo diversion' inquiry comments
    The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) in Washington has announced a December 22 deadline for interested parties to comment on its inquiry into 'factors that may ...
  • WTSA/TSA 'take to heart' FMC warning
    The Transpacific Stabilisation Agreement (TSA) and Westbound Transpacific Stabilisation Agreement (WTSA) have 'taken to heart' the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) ...

TradeWindsweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2011
  • Russia boosts yards
    President Dmitry Medvedev offers tax breaks to shipbuilders and shipowners to increase output.
  • Heartland slices OSG holding
    Investment advisor's stake in New York-listed tanker owner was halved ahead of third quarter results.
  • Dockwise sells and waives
    Dutch heavy-lift owner offloads three-ship yacht transport arm while easing banks' lending conditions.
  • Make mine a double
    Clarksons Capital analyst says scrapping of double-hulled VLCCs in becoming "more desirable".
  • Signs not good for Gemini
    Teekay suezmax pool expected to burn up as star names Nordic American and Frontline go it alone.
  • Hopes fade for officer
    Indian seafarer believed to have fallen from containership in South China Sea.
  • Fesco volumes fall
    Russian shipowner carries 28% fewer boxes in nine-month downturn.
  • Inui in profit wipe out
    Japanese handysisze bulker feeling the pain as bottom line soaks up red ink.
  • Cargoship hits bottom
    Zorbey partly submerged after grounding in storm off Turkey; crew safe.
  • Eitzen Chemical sells tanker
    Oslo-listed owner to shoulder a small loss in the fourth quarter after disposing of a ship set for special survey.
  • Cargoship crew safe
    Oceanic Union still afloat after reports of its sinking off the Philippines proved unfounded.
  • Eitzen assesses its options
    Oslo-listed owner looking at a "broad range of initiatives" as it continues to burn cash on a quarterly basis.
  • NAT keeps on paying
    Herbjorn Hansson-led tanker owner maintains dividends despite loss mounting to $38.69m in first nine months.
  • Fairstar off the hook on bonds
    Heavy lift operator gets bondholders on side while signing up to new lending facility.

American Shipper - Ocean newsweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2011
  • Maersk using "fully automatic" twistlocks
    A system tested over eight years allows containers to be released by the vertical pull of cranes, eliminating time-consuming unlocking done by stevedores. Discharge begins as ships berth.
  • FMC Chairman tongue lashes carriers
    The two major carrier discussion agreements in the transpacific were called on the carpet last week by the chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission. Transcripts "shockingly tardy".
  • Exploding reefer contaminant may be methyl chloride
    Refrigeration experts believe they have discovered with "near certainty" the cause of several explosions in the cooling systems of refrigerated containers, explosions that have killed three workers worldwide.
  • Transpacific graveyard
  • Horizon reports $126 million loss in 3Q
    I may have an late add for this
  • Yang Ming ponders huge vessel order

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2011
  • Mandatory 'cold-ironing' could hit calls
    European port exploring tighter rules for cruise ships at berth.
  • Fujairah market firm
    MGO deliveries in Cape Town available for supply up to and including November 21.
  • IFO prices stable in Rotterdam
    Congestion reported in Gibraltar.
  • FTA warns against singling out UK ship emissions
    Anything but global measures could push business to 'less environmentally efficient countries'.
  • Iran repeats calls for larger bunker sector
    Official says country's private sector will provide the investment.
  • G20 leaders 'committed to success' of Durban climate talks
    Call for progress 'in all areas of negotiation', including ways to raise funds to fight climate change.
  • Modal shift 'doubtful' says EU official
    Studies on the impact of tougher sulphur limits offer different conclusions.
  • Consultancy launches ship emissions management programme
    Three-pronged approach designed to help measure, then reduce CO2 emissions and prepare for carbon trading and offsetting in the longer term.
  • IBIA to be 'more closely engaged' in LNG discussions
    'The time has come' for the bunker industry to be involved in the development of gas powered ships.
  • Asian markets firm on Monday
    Enquiries mixed at key Asian bunker hubs on Monday.
  • Third tanker passes through Northern Sea Route
    Mar Adriana took seven days, at 12.5 knots, to complete voyage.
  • Salvors set to transfer oil from Rena's submerged tank
    Submerged tank holds around 358 mt of bunker fuel.
  • Chinese player starts bunkering operations at Dalian
    Rents total of 15,000 m3 storage capacity and 1,000 dwt barge to support operations.
  • Hanjin Shipping reports losses in Q3
    To reduce bunker fuel cost through 'further reinforcement of eco-steaming.'

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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
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Arrival ports by:
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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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