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August 11, 2011
The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Baltic index slips for second day
    The Baltic Exchange's main sea freight index, which tracks rates to ship dry commodities, fell for a second day as slow activity and wider market turmoil hit sentiment.
  • Tanker demand-oversupply gap widens to 23%
    A glut of oil tankers competing for Middle East crude expanded as demand for the vessels slowed.
  • Greater risks seen for longer-duration contracts
    Contracts to rent dry-bulk ships that haul minerals and grains for longer durations are at greater risk of being torn up, according to Oslo-based investment bank Fearnley Fonds AS.
  • High port costs drive trade from S Africa

Sched Netweb site
  • Maersk transforms 8,700-TEUers into 10,000-TEUers by stacking them higher
  • Matson cancels one China-US west coast loop, citing high fuel, low rates
  • CMA CGM takes 35-year lease on Jamaica terminal to serve as Caribbean hub
  • Yunnan waterway shipping to link Yangtze, Pearl, Mekong, Irrawaddy rivers
  • Shijiazhuang to build seven cargo hubs and eight passenger hubs
  • Liaoning provincial GDP up 13pc to US$154.68 billion in first half
  • Kerry Logistics on course for phase 2 of Chongqing Logistics Centre
  • FedEx Freight general rate increase for non-contract trucks
  • American intermodal volume jumps to new year high after six week slowdown
  • Cathay profit falls 59pc to US$348.7 million, cites high fuel, uncertainty
  • White flight engineers sue Nippon Cargo Airline for 'racist hiring'
  • Nigerian airports need upgrade for cargo development, say stakeholders

Exim Indiaweb site
  • ANZDA's peak season surcharges from August 15
  • EU's environmental regulations will push shippers from ship to truck, says ESC
  • FFFAI's 20th Biennial Convention to focus on CHA as emergent global logistician
  • ICS supports role of IMO in CO2 emission reduction
  • Tips on preparation & attempting the Exam under Regulation 8 of the CHALR 2004 to be conducted on September 5
  • Western India Shipyard's Q1 total income jumps 27 pc
  • Exports to US will slow down from Aug.: Khullar
  • India adhering to safety practices for shrimp exports: USFDA
  • Essar Ports Q1 net surges to 39.61 cr.
  • Over 20 PPP projects to be awarded this year, Vasan informs Lok Sabha
  • Govt mulling nod for extra sugar exports
  • Rice exporters from South seek govt assistance
  • Crude oil plunges to near 8-month low

International Transport Journalweb site
AUGUST 10, 2011
  • Railway reform in SE Europe and Turkey could halve transit times
    Train transit times between Ljubljana and Istanbul could be cut in half - a staggering 25 hours - if much-needed reforms in the rail sector are made, according to a new report by t...
  • Leighton Contractors and ARTC to deliver Sydney freight line
    Leighton Contractors has been selected by the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) to deliver the final stage of the Southern Sydney Freight Line (SSFL) in an alliance contract...
  • Wincanton investing in new construction fleet vehicles
    Wincanton, a leading supply chain provider in the UK, has invested GBP 4.2 million (about EUR 4.8 million) in adding 27 new vehicles to its dedicated construction fleet. This inves...
  • Australia: Linfox orders 100 Volvo prime movers
    Volvo Trucks has announced that Linfox, one of the Asia-Pacific region's leading logistics operators, has chosen Volvo to supply it with 100 prime movers. The order consists of FM1...
  • German associations call for quick implementation of EU directives
    In a letter to the German transport minister, the German Freight Forwarding and Logistics Association (DSLV) and the Association of Service Providers to German Airports (VDF) calle...
  • IBIA appoints Trevor Harrison as interim chief executive
    Trevor Harrison has been appointed acting chief executive of the International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA). The move follows the recent resignation of former chief executive...
  • Foreign ports boost ICTSI income
    Foreign port operations and an improving global economy have combined to boost International Container Terminal Services Inc's (ICTSI) first-half volume, revenue and net income. IC...
  • BBC Chartering launches transpacific service
    The German heavylift shipping company BBC Chartering recently announced the commencement of a new monthly liner service that connects Asia with North America. BBC will load goods a...
  • E-mobility for container logistics
    Driver-less container transporters that are battery-powered, and therefore emission-free, are being used in HHLA's Altenwerder container terminal for the first time. For the fast a...
  • WFS now largest cargo handler in Montreal
    Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has become the largest cargo handler in Montreal (Canada), thanks to the purchase of Excel Cargo at the two airports Montreal Dorval and Mirabel. Co...
  • Major air traffic management project receives EU support
    An essential project in the development of the so-called functional airspace block Europe central (Fabec), which covers the five EU member states France, Germany, Belgium, the Neth...
  • New Norbert Dentressangle UK partnership with Bakers Basco
    Norbert Dentressangle has formed an innovative partnership with asset recovery specialist Bakers Basco, in order to extend its range of reverse logistics and environmental manageme...
  • House of Fraser extends UK contract with DHL
    The retailer House of Fraser has extended its cooperation with DHL Supply Chain in the UK. The two companies have signed a five-year contract with an order volume of GBP 85 million...
  • TNT Express flies 45 t of food to Somalia
    At the beginning of this week, TNT Express flew 45 t of food to Nairobi (Kenya). With the delivery of the aid, the CEP service provider supported the United Nations' World Food Pro...

Marine Logweb site
AUGUST 10, 2011
  • McGehee succeeds Kirby as SeaArk Marine VP of Engineering
  • Hyundai Heavy introduces after sales service via smart phone
  • New Ulstein company has focus on "mission equipment"
  • Bourbon reports growth in first-half revenues
  • Former IBIA Chairman Fritz Fredriksen joins DNV Petroleum Services

World Wide Shipperweb site
AUGUST 10, 2011
  • Olympia Port Commissioners hear of record operating revenues
  • Port Tracker report predicts slow summer for container ports
  • Deacon Riggio to take helm of Seattle Catholic Seafarers Center
  • Freight transportation index delivers gains during June
  • Seattle port executives applaud new post for Senator Murray

Lloyd's Listweb site
AUGUST 10, 2011
  • VLCCs close to 'last option' lay-ups amid dire spot rates
    Owners' earnings are so low that taking ships out of the market may be a more financially viable option
  • German box owners lose market share
    Non-German boxship owners climb the table as newbuilding orders from KG funds and German owners shrink
  • Capesize rates up despite weaker fixtures
    Average time charter climbs $281 to $10,196 per day
  • IEA ups 2012 oil forecast despite global economic concerns
    Increased its 2012 oil demand forecast by 70,000 barrels per day
  • Demand growth offers reasons to be cheerful
    Tanker operators continue to talk up the coming boom
  • Slow steam ahead for shipping upturn
    Some brokers remain optimistic that by next year shipping's prognosis will improve
  • Dry bulk owners look to handies for future growth
    But will narrowing margins and demand concerns be sufficient to deter new entrants?
  • NYK takes lead on expansion
    Japan's big three owners seize opportunities to grow fleet of smaller bulkers on market demand
  • Do not be dazzled by shipping euphemisms
    Being 'cautiously optimistic' is the linguistic equivalent of betting on the red and black at the same time and feeling smug when you win
  • J Lauritzen sees profits slashed on poor dry bulk returns
    Operating income hit by bad weather, high commodity prices and newbuilding glut
  • United Shipbuilding to scrap Soviet-era yards
    Joint venture with Wärtsilä among number of agreements to develop Russian yards
  • Pouring oil on stormy waters
    Tormod Rafgard's book on tankers and pollution liability stirs up some old controversies
  • South coast port will not go down without a fight
    Dry cargo shipping at Littlehampton is just about hanging on, but for how much longer?
  • US poised for 3.6% rise in import box volumes
    Global Port Tracker estimates that US imports will be boosted by retailers' restocking despite the recent slide
  • American Shipping Co loss doubles in past year
    Tanker owner is 'evaluating alternatives' for refinancing $929m total debt
  • TCC sues 75 shippers for $24m
    Box line expects to cover all its debts
  • Weaker rates hit Star Bulk profits
    Bulker owner says capesize additions to the fleet will enhance cash flow
  • Chamber of Shipping says International Chamber vote for bunker fuel levy premature
    Group publishes two manuals to help inform debate on practical as well as theoretical level
  • Not worth the paper?
    The Containership Co's move to sue customers for breach of contract will be watched with interest
  • Maritime myths
    The World Shipping Council has revealed a huge discrepancy in the figures for containers lost at sea
  • Improved container market helps Euroseas
    Nasdaq-listed owner continues to seek boxship acquisitions through Euromar joint venture, but also has hopes of landing dry bulk bargains
  • Correction
    Class society figures
  • Shanghai throughput up 10% in first half
    Cargo volumes show signs of tapering off as Pacific trades decline
  • SeaCube achieves 98.6% utilisation in second quarter
    Container leasing company now targets refrigerated container market
  • Gujarat to ban ships aged 25 years or older from calling ports
    Privately-owned Mundra Port to fall in line with state regulator's move prompted by sinking of Rak Carrier
  • Port & Free Zone World raising $850m to refinance debt
    Five-year loan has conventional and Islamic portions, says banker
  • Essar Ports mulls international expansion
    Outlines investment criteria as it remains 'very bullish' on India's port business
  • Bourbon warns of second-quarter loss
    Company blames dollar's weakness, but chief executive remains upbeat

Fairplayweb site
AUGUST 10, 2011
  • Container loss claims seen as overboard
    THE WSC said today less than one-third of the containers thought lost at sea - and maybe far less - are actually going overboard
  • Bulker grounded near Mauritius reef
    A BULKER is grounded and taking on water today off the north coast of Mauritius after its main engine failed
  • China trade surplus widens
    CHINA'S trade surplus rose to a 30-month high in July year on year, driven by a modest rebound in items shipped to the country, IHS Global Insight reported today
  • Ulstein makes offshore move
    NORWAY'S Ulstein announced today that it has established a new company that will focus on equipment for offshore and dredging
  • Tonnage glut to linger
    TODAY'S oversupply of vessels will carry on for years to come - and is changing the structure of shipping, a leading Greek owner has warned Fairplay
  • US box imports drop
    US BOX imports declined year on year in June but are expected to gain steam as retailers restock for the fall peak season, according to a shipper group
  • Essar Ports profits after split
    INDIA'S Essar Ports has announced a jump in profits in its first results since its demerger in May
  • Turkish steel revenues soar
    TURKISH steel export revenues were up 22% year on year in July, despite a small decrease in volumes, Turkey's metal exporters have revealed
  • More charges laid over Mumbai spill
    THE CAPTAIN, chief engineer and owner of a bulker that sank in Mumbai have been charged with environment offences after oil spilled from the vessel
  • Oz coal exports drop
    AUSTRALIAN coal exports fell year on year last month as damage caused by floods in Queensland earlier this year continues to affect output, IHS McCloskey reported today
  • Ferry survivors sought
    SEARCHERS are today looking for survivors and bodies in the sinking of an inter-island ferry in the Comoros
  • DSME wins HMM box ships
    SOUTH Korea's Hyundai Merchant Marine announced today that it has placed an order for a series of ultra large container ships at compatriot shipyard DSME
  • Merger boosts Subsea 7
    OSLO-LISTED Subsea 7 reported today profits have risen since a merger earlier this year
  • Panamaxes leading plummet in box rates
    TIMECHARTER rates for box ships are losing more ground this week, led by big losses for Panamaxes
  • Gujarat to bar old ships
    VESSELS older than 25 years old are reportedly to be barred by the Gujarat Maritime Board

The Journal of Commerceweb site
AUGUST 10, 2011
  • CN, China Firm Strike Containerized Lumber Deal
    Canadian National Railway and China's CNBM Forest Products Trading agreed to use a new CN facility in Vancouver, B.C., to...
  • DOT Clarifies It's Not Proposing Farm CDLs
    Trying to quell fast-spreading concerns about its policy plans for farm truck operators, the Department of Transportation said it is...
  • Shipper Groups Oppose Extending FMCSA's Reach
    Two key shipping associations are protesting a proposal that could extend a trucking safety regulatory agency's authority to their operations....
  • Standard & Poor's Upgrades YRC Worldwide
    Standard & Poor's Financial Services upgraded the credit rating of struggling trucking operator YRC Worldwide Tuesday, giving it a "CCC"...
  • Seaboard Marine Posts $11.1 Million Loss
    Seaboard Marine posted an $11.1 million operating loss in the second quarter as rising volume and rates were offset by...
  • Drewry Sees Tightening Terminal Capacity
    The growing demand for port capacity over the next five years will outpace terminal expansion, leading to rapidly rising utilization...
  • DOT Freight Index up 2.6 Percent in June
    The Transportation Department's Freight Transportation Index rose 2.6 percent in June, the index's largest month-to-month increase since November 2009. ...
  • WSC: Ocean Carriers Lose 350 Containers Annually
    Ocean carriers lose an average of 350 containers at sea annually, and the number rises to 675 containers if a...
  • UP Starts Work on New Mexico Intermodal Yard
    Construction is under way on a major intermodal yard and locomotive refueling complex for Union Pacific Railroad at Santa Teresa,...
  • China Cosco Expects First Half Loss
    China Cosco Holdings said it will likely post a loss for the first half of this year because rising fuel...
  • Second Ocean Carrier Adds Congestion Fee at Chennai
    Taiwan-based Wan Hai Lines imposed port congestion surcharges on import containers handled at India's Port of Chennai, making it the...
  • Second Ship Chartered to China Cosco Arrested
    A dry bulk ship under long-term charter to China Cosco Holdings was arrested in Louisiana last week, making this the...
  • Cathay Pacific Orders Eight 777 Freighters
    Cathay Pacific Airways will buy eight 777-200 freighters to be delivered between 2013 and 2016 as the Hong Kong-based carrier...
  • Cathay Pacific Airways Profit Drops 59 Percent
    Cathay Pacific Airways' profit fell 59 percent to $359.6 million in the first half of the year compared to the...
  • Yusen Logistics Reorganizes Transportation Division
    Yusen Logistics (Americas) added management of its transportation division to the responsibilities of Michael Noone, the logistics company's executive vice...
  • Kintetsu World Express Doubles Profit
    Kintetsu World Express, Japan's second-largest international forwarder, said its net profit doubled in the first quarter of fiscal 2011, which...
  • Hamburg Sud Raises Bunker Surcharges
    Hamburg Sud will increase its bunker adjustment factor as of Oct. 1 for all cargo moving from U.S. and Canada...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
AUGUST 10, 2011
  • Carriers' schedule reliability less bad
  • Local terminal operators have scale
  • Stocks bounce back from the bottom
  • Shipping gaining the upper hand in piracy crisis
  • Arkas boosts East Med/Black Sea capacity

TradeWindsweb site
AUGUST 10, 2011
  • Aegean falls short
    Second-quarter profit slips 73% as Peter Georgiopoulos-backed bunkering behemoth battles 'challenging' market.
  • DnB in Lion City switch
    Nordic banking giant aims to carve a name for its Singapore-based research franchise with new appointments.
  • Sellers court Star Bulk
    Spyros Capralos says Nasdaq-listed bulker owner is in talks with banks that are looking to offload distressed assets.
  • Russia to buy Libya ships?
    A rumour from Moscow suggests Russian investors, including Sovcomflot, have struck an agreement to buy Libyan tankers.
  • NAT tops FBR charts
    Shares of Herbjorn Hansson-led suezmax specialist secure 'top pick' status as analyst downs OSG, Frontline and Genmar.
  • Lauritzen's profit slump
    Danish shipping conglomerate posts sharply reduced figures for the first half of 2011.
  • Rongsheng pockets more
    Chinese shipbuilder bags $220m loan from two banks, adding to $1.7bn facility arranged in June.
  • ABG pushes up profit
    India's biggest private shipyard makes more money in first half as revenue jumps.
  • Star eyes distressed assets
    CEO of Nasdaq-listed owner has an appetite for dry tonnage despite narrowed second-quarter profit.
  • Euroseas earnings steady
    Nasdaq-listed container and bulker owner posted unchanged quarterly profit compared with the second quarter of 2010.
  • Atlantska cut back
    Earnings slashed for Croatian bulker owner in first half as revenues drop.
  • Drewry ranks box berths
    Analyst produces world terminal ownership ranking, with PSA coming top.
  • SCF wins Statoil deal
    Russian owner and Teekay providing up to 12 aframaxes on time charter to take crude from Peregrino field in Brazil.
  • OSG sinks to new low
    Morten Artzen-led tanker owner's shares slump to 52-week low while others recover millions lost on Wall Street.
  • HMM places Daewoo order
    South Korean owner hands $640m contract for five new boxships to Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering.

American Shipperweb site
AUGUST 10, 2011
  • Remaining services 'fundamentally sound'
    Remaining services 'fundamentally sound' Remaining services 'fundamentally sound'...
  • Q2 Liner schedule reliability improves
    Drewry Maritime Research's latest report on container line schedule reliability showed carriers improved upon their first quarter performance in the period from April through June. The percentage of ship calls tracked by Drewry'sSchedule Reliabili...
  • Seaboard Marine hit by higher costs
    Conglomerate Seaboard Corp said its marine division had a second quarter operating loss of $11.1 million compared to an operating profit of $11 million in the same period a year earlier. Marine division revenue was $236.5 million for the quarter e...
  • Maersk raises Asia to Med, West Africa rates
    Maersk Line said this week it plans to raise rates on trades from Asia to the Mediterranean and to West Africa in September. The Asia-Med increase, applicable to all of Asia excluding Japan, is $250 per TEU from Sept. 1. The Far East-West Africa in...
  • Construction begins on second Pasha ship
    Honolulu-based Pasha Hawaii said construction has begun on the company's second ship at the VT Halter Marine's shipyard in Pascagoula, Miss. TheMarjorie Cis scheduled to be delivered in the fall of 2013 when she will enter the trade between the U....
  • White House sets big rig fuel efficiency standards
    Construction begins on second Pasha ship Construction begins on second Pasha shipHonolulu-based Pasha Hawaii said construction has begun on the company's second ship at the VT Halter Marine's shipyard in Pascagoula, Miss. TheMarjorie Cis scheduled ...
  • NASSTRAC concerned about regulatory overreach
    The National Shippers Strategic Transportation Council and Health & Personal Care Logistics Conference are expressing concern about regulatory overreach by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. In a letter responding to the FMCSA's dra...
  • IANA: Domestic container volume rises
    Domestic and international intermodal volumes increased to 3.53 million units in the second quarter, 6.5 percent more than in the second quarter of 2010, said the Intermodal Association of North America. IANA reported the growth, by equipment type...
  • Matson ends one of its two China strings
    Matson is ending one of its two U.S./China services a year after it was launched, citing sustained high fuel prices, downward rate pressure and overcapacity in the transpacific trade. Matson said it will discontinue in late August its expanded Chi...

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
AUGUST 10, 2011
  • IFO down in Fujairah
    Earliest delivery dates were from August 17-18.
  • European bunker prices mixed
    Quiet market in Hamburg.
  • New owner planning to restart German refinery
    Plant has a high yield of fuel oil and was source of LSFO for ConocoPhilips bunker sales before it closed.
  • New team member for Brilliant Maritime Services
    Jenny Tsagli in move from Praxis Energy Agents SA.
  • Emissions cuts 'must not be based on conjecture'
    UK Chamber of Shipping launches manuals on emission reduction instruments.
  • Legal action facing owners of bunker spill bulker
    Vessel had Lloyd's Register certification withdrawn last year.
  • Mid-week bunker prices generally up
    Mixed demand at key Asian bunker hubs on Wednesday.
  • US military seeks online bunker purchasing platform
    Contractor must provide customer support and training, security and infrastructure.
  • Bourbon reports higher quarterly revenues
    Efficient management of fuel consumption of its vessels will be a 'considerable advantage' amid high oil prices.
  • Cosco Shipping's H1 profits slightly up
    Company's operating costs jump 29% as fuel costs totalled $119.7 million.
  • BMT Nigel Gee to develop electric-powered ferry
    150 passenger capacity vessel to be delivered by BMT Nigel Gee in middle of 2012.

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