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BRIEFS

December 12, 2011

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*Shipping News* Baltic index up again; capesize earnings soar The Baltic Exchange's main sea-freight index, which tracks rates to ship dry commodities, rose for a third day on Friday helped by firm iron ore trade to China, with earnings for the larger capesizes jumping to their highest in over a year. China joins Mekong River patrols China says its armed police began joint Mekong River security patrols on Saturday with forces from Myanmar, Laos and Thailand, a development likely to deepen Beijing's influence in an unstable region on its southern flank.

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Shanghai index continues to fall, Asia-Europe rate slips below US$500/TEU Dockers union, truckers snub today's Occupy shutdown of US west coast ports United States appeals to WTO to adjudicate chicken war with China Mega vessels hold key to survival as rates sink, says MSC vice-president Singapore analyst sees reason for transpacific rate rebound in January Taiwan shipbuilder CSBC has plump box ship order book in year ahead DP World's Jebel Ali expansion to up capacity to 19 million TEU by 2014 Shandong ports' throughput growth slows down MSC launches transpacific US west coast to Australia, New Zealand Thai flood disaster will slow PC hard drive shipments into late 2012 Hamburg picks Dubai as transit point to Mideast, Asian, African markets Asian banks are only untapped resource left for shipping finance Vanguard Logistics Services opens Valencia, Spain's big box base IATA says Eurozone crisis risks US$8 billion loss for world aviation 2 Cargolux execs jailed 13 months after pleading guilty to price fixing Singapore's SIA Cargo joins other carriers with Chongqing service Lufthansa Cargo opens Frankfurt hub for temperature sensitive freight

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Freight forwarders face increasing liabilities as global supply chain expands Need for policy impetus stressed Report projects container rates may climb following alliance India, Israel close to finalising FTA; trade to hit $ 15 billion India, Nepal petro pipeline project advances to next stage Rajeev Gupta is new MbPT Chairman Essar group plans to invest $ 4 bn towards infrastructure development Trade deficit with China hits $ 12.6-bn mark US third largest FDI in India, investment to grow further 'Main zindagi ka saath nibhata chala gaya...'- Great for your ears, terrible for your finances

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DECEMBER 9, 2011
Air Uganda to launch Mombasa and Zanzibar service Starting Sunday, 11 December, Air Uganda is introducing a new service from Entebbe to Mombasa in Kenya and Zanzibar in Tanzania. Overall frequency to Mombasa is twice weekly, but i... SNCF timetable change brings hurdles for rail cargo SNCF's planned switch to the winter timetable on 11 December will see rail cargo transport negatively affected in France, as infrastructure work worth EUR 13 billion will be carri... TX Logistik certified as railway waste disposal expert TX Logistik in Germany has again been certified as a waste disposal expert. The technical requirements for correct transport operations, the expertise of employees, comprehensive ... FleetPride acquires Greeley Truck Parts FleetPride, the USA's largest independent aftermarket distributor of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts, has acquired Greeley Truck Parts, an independent heavy-duty parts store bas... Toyota launches Pixis van and truck in Japan Toyota has launched the Pixis van and truck in Japan, two vehicles that are the first economical mini vehicles to be launched under the Toyota brand. They will be sold through mor... Changes at European inland waterways body Dr Philippe Grulois, the president of the Association for European Inland Navigation and Waterways (AEINW), welcomed new members to the executive committee and advisory body follo... Demag Cranes supplies first mobile units to Papua New Guinea Demag Cranes has supplied its first-ever mobile harbour cranes to Papua New Guinea. Two Gottwald Model 6 units were recently commissioned in the third-largest island state in the ... Port of Hamburg office in Mumbai officially opened The Hamburg joint representative office in Mumbai, supported by the port of Hamburg's marketing unit, the government of the state of Hamburg and the Hamburg chamber of commerce, wa... Icao offers online global safety report The International Civil Aviation Organisation (Icao) has released a snapshot of worldwide aviation safety performance and collaborative efforts among international air transport s... Eurozone crisis biggest risk to airline profits Iata has revised its industry outlook, with profitability for 2011 remaining weak but unchanged at USD 6.9 billion, for a net margin of 1.2%. Looking ahead to 2012, Iata downgrade... Rhenus cooperating with Balnak in Turkey The Spanish subsidiary of the German logistics company Rhenus is now cooperating with the Turkish transport provider Balnak Logistics. Rhenus is creating a new weekly internationa... Joint DB Schenker Logistics and Khimji Ramdas venture in Oman DB Schenker Logistics is establishing a joint venture in the sultanate of Oman with the Khimji Ramdas Group, its long-standing partner. From spring 2012 the new company Schenker K... Greiwing expanding in Germany The transport and logistics enterprise Greiwing is expanding its activities in southern Germany. An administrative centre and two logistics halls for food and non-food products, a ...

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DECEMBER 9, 2011
Navy completes final alternative fuel demo for the year, achieves record speed $9.98 million in federal funding available for small U.S. shipyards New Indonesian patrol boats to combat smuggling and crime BSEE issues additional set of Deepwater Horizon violations

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DECEMBER 9, 2011
Commerce Department report finds drop in exports during October US rail freight traffic numbers roll to positive side during week Bellingham holiday festival raises thousands for Red Cross Horizon Lines shareholders Ok 1 for 25 reverse stock split K Line adding service calling China, Vietnam

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DECEMBER 9, 2011
Chinese iron ore demand pushes capesize rates to 21-month highs Fresh 2011 high prices reported as China estimates 20% growth in ore demand to 2015 Aframax earnings spike as charterers compete for ships Average earnings of all reported routes rise fivefold in a week UK maritime training needs support The funding of cadets has been one of the recent UK success stories Tanker pools: because every little helps Tanker owners eye pool agreements in unsteady waters Suezmax owners must make the most of aframax Black Sea rally Price spike to ship 80,000 tonne cargoes should see cheaper and larger suezmaxes become preferred choice for charterers Qingdao iron ore price up 20% over the last six weeks Price reaches $141 per tonne, a level that Vale director says should stick for a while Machine-readers reject thousands of transport workers' biometric ID cards 26,000 TWICs missing a digit,TSA admits Navios Partners has edge in cost-sensitive era Analyst views company's yield as 'secure' for next two years, but underlying conditions facing dry bulk remain difficult Brazil's gasoline imports hit record high Rising demand and reduced ethanol output boosts product tanker shipments Daily LNG shipping rates to soar to $170,000 by 2013 Charterers to pay a higher percentage of cargo value in freight costs Security trade body raises funds for commercial off-shoot SAMI founders tight-lipped over £5m venture Nordic American boss stands by company's lucrative dividend policy Suezmax spot market specialist is 'fundamentally different' from listed peers, says Herbjørn Hansson Unmasking the mystery buyer The scale of the Rongsheng order narrows it down to a handful of Chinese state players NewLead notches fifth arbitration triumph against TMT Two awards so far paid but total outstanding is $9.7m, says Greek owner China to source domestic iron ore Self-sufficiency drive threatens dry bulk trade Syria declared war risk area But no attacks yet seen against shipping, says LMA Increase in new oil suppliers offers hope for tanker sector Growth over the next 25 years will change trade patterns, keeping carriers on the water for longer US shale oil changes energy market Discoveries help to reduce reliance on Middle Eastern crude Brazil's pre-salt boom faces 'considerable challenges' Recoverable oil and natural gas from reserves in areas such as the Santos, Campos and Espirito Santo basins could come to more than 50bn barrels of oil equivalent Kazakhstan comes of age Landlocked nation plans to raise oil exports from 1.3m barrels per day to 3m bpd by 2020 Canada eyes oil exports to Asia Tankers set for employment boost from new oil trade route Rotterdam freezes 2012 port dues to 'stimulate volumes' Rate structure offers transhipment discount China, Japan and South Korea top export markets Australia and New Zealand target Asia trade New Zealand ports lag behind Australia Terminals turn in an average performance in terms of crane rates German owners poised for switch to EU flags Members of shipowners' association VDR will act to protect favourable German tonnage tax US delays to E15 gasoline bring relief to product tanker owners Higher ethanol content in fuel will reduce shipments from Europe to US No respite for embattled box trades Indices on the slide again Riding on China's coat tails Australia's economic and maritime future is becoming increasingly focused on Chinese growth Interferry and IMO push southeast Asia ferry safety plan Move follows inaugural forum in Indonesia

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DECEMBER 9, 2011
VDR, Berlin agree to €30M compromise MEMBERS of the Germany's VDR shipowners' association have adopted a €30M qualification and employment scheme in return for Berlin's resumption of government aid Asian LNG shortage warned CREDIT Suisse has predicted Asia will be short of LNG until 2017 SEC lifts IPO veil A SUDDEN SEC rule change could lift the confidentiality of shipping IPO hopefuls Savannah dredging challenged A COALITION of green groups is challenging a key regulatory permit that would allow Savannah to deepen its channel to accommodate larger box ships Owner fined for UK dumping A TANKER owner has been fined £95,000 ($148,000) for fouling UK beaches with palm oil Estonian boxes gain 29% CONTAINER volumes rose by 29% in first 11 months of 2011 in Estonia, according to Tallinn Sadam, administrator of its ports Ferry safety plan agreed A PLAN for safer ferry operations in developing nations has been drawn up by the IMO and the trade group INTERFERRY China takes 322% more Newcastle coal CHINA was the only major importer to raise coal cargoes from Newcastle in November, reported IHS McCloskey $170,000/day LNG ahead? LNG RATES could hit $170,000 per day within two years after exceeding $100,000/day this summer, a key shipping analyst has predicted China urged to shelve island terminal scheme CHINA'S environmental ministry wants plans suspended for an island oil terminal at Ningbo-Zhoushan, according to the China Port Association LR1 and LR2 rates diverge BROKERS told Fairplay today rising availability for long-range 1 tankers has resulted in rates diverging with bigger LR2 tankers Lower oil prices rock rig builders PROSPECTS for Singapore rig builders Keppel and Sembcorp Marine look decidedly cloudier, Maybank Kim Eng Securities warned today Supramax blues seen persisting BROKERS told Fairplay today that loss-making Supramax bulker rates now prevailing in Asia are expected to continue into the 23-24 January Chinese New Year

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DECEMBER 9, 2011
Long Beach Port Plans Grain Facility The Port of Long Beach released the draft environmental impact report on a proposal to build a grain export facility... FedEx Prepares for Busiest Day Dec. 12 FedEx expects Monday to be the busiest day in its history. The package giant forecasts 17 million shipments will move... Trade Union Rejects Occupy Move on Ports A second major labor group announced its opposition Friday to plans by the Occupy movement to shut down the port... Landstar Has 'Great Optimism' on Freight Surge Rising freight volume and strong rate increases are lifting spirits as well as earnings at Landstar System, the sixth largest... JOC Economist Lowers 2012 Import Forecast Expectations of a sluggish U.S. economy led Journal of Commerce Economist Mario O. Moreno to lower his forecast for growth... Panalpina to Create Three Regional CEO Positions Panalpina will create three regional CEO positions, with one chief position each for the divisions of Europe and the Middle... Lufthansa Cargo Falls 9.4 Percent on Flight Ban Lufthansa Cargo's traffic slumped 9.4 percent in November from a year ago, as a night flight ban at its Frankfurt... Horizon Shareholders Approve Reverse Stock Split Horizon Lines shareholders approved a 1-for-25 reverse stock split that follows the company's $652.8 million recapitalization announced in October. ... Cargolux Execs Get 13 Months for Air Cargo Price-Fixing The former CEO of Cargolux, Ulrich Ogiermann, and his top deputy accepted sentences of 13 months in prison and fines... Asia-Europe Rate Index Falls Below $500 The Shanghai Shipping Exchange measure for spot container rates to Europe fell below $500 this week, the lowest the SCFI... Finding the True Cost Driven by capacity concerns and sky-high operating costs, more private fleet owners are converting all or part of their fleets... Changing Climate For Shipping With this month's United Nations climate change conference wrapping up in Durban, South Africa, the fissures around the world over... Network Solutions The space-sharing pact APL and MOL announced last week on their intra-Asia services was hardly the largest slot agreement in... Trucker, Broker or Both? Q: You've written lately about several truckers who have, as you've put it, "subcontracted" loads to other carriers. I know... Trucking Dedicated to Growth The dedicated contract carriage sector is set for another strong year after double-digit growth this year. Shippers seeking capacity or... Port of Mumbai Container Traffic Falls 12.7 Percent India's Port of Mumbai saw container traffic in November fall 12.7 percent year-over-year, while total tonnage rose 3.4 percent from... ANA Cargo Traffic Slips, JAL Tonnage Plummets Japan's All Nippon Airways saw cargo traffic slip 0.3 percent in October from the same month last year September, while... "K" Line to Operate Slots on China-Vietnam Loop "K" Line is launching a new weekly intra-Asia service from North China to Ho Chi Minh City as a slot...

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DECEMBER 9, 2011
CMIT sets pace in Vietnam The APM Terminals (APM T)-managed Cai Mep International Terminal (CMIT) in Vietnam is setting the pace when it comes to cargo-handling productivity, and cargo volumes ... Carriers consolidate capacity offerings for slack season Asia/ECSA market The main operating groupings in the Asia-South Africa/east Coast South America trade have decided to rationalise their service offerings. The move should enable ... Yangtze bottleneck warnings as shipping demand is 'woefully underestimated' Cargo volumes on the Yangtze are continuing their upwards climb - but traffic levels are so much higher than estimated that industry experts have warned that the ... K Line boosts China-Vietnam trade on back of FTA K Line is the latest carrier to capitalise on the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) struck between China and South East Asia as it is launching a new service ... Obituary: Harry Kleipas One of the pioneers of European shortsea container feeding in the North Sea and English Channel, Harry Kleipas, has passed away after losing his final battle with ... Saudi Arabia Government to address productivity issues The Saudi Arabia Government has instructed the Council of Saudi Chambers of Commerce and Industry (CSCC&I) to investigate what it describes as 'deteriorating ... Stocks suffer ahead of eurozone deal European shares tumbled yesterday after the European Central Bank [ECB] squashed hopes that it would act as a 'lender of last resort' to heavily indebted eurozone ... German exports take hit A 3.6% decline in German exports in October, versus the previous month, was significantly worse than the 1% expected by the markets, confirming that Europe's biggest ... New Intermodal terminal for Bucharest Tibbett Logistics has opened a second intermodal terminal within Europolis Park in Bucharest, further promoting the port of Constantza as a gateway into Romania. ... The '99%' react against Occupy's USWC port shut-down A proposed shut-down of US west coast ports on Monday by the 'Occupy' movement is struggling to garner support from the 99% of the population that it purports to ...

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DECEMBER 9, 2011
Swiss Marine linked to cape Dry-cargo titan is the latest firm tipped to have purchased a Japanese-controlled capesize bulker. Germans call for help Shipping association VDR's chairman Michael Behrendt urges northern states to finance owners as bank credit runs short. NEWL tops TMT in fifth round US-listed owner lands another victory in charter default battle as TMT Bulk's overdue tab nears $10m mark. USC keeps growing Russian state shipbuilder bags two shipyards, plus tug and barge fleet, as part of takeover of Caspian Energy. Another one bites the dust India's SCI continues fleet clear-out with sale of elderly handymax. Fereira: VLOC sales pending Vale boss admits its 19 giant bulkers are close to being sold due to their drain on the company's finances. Bunker block angers greens Greenpeace accuses US, China and India of opposing plans for bunker levy to raise cash for climate fund. Crisis claims first victim DSME is the first South Korean yard to cancel a newbuilding deal this year with $514m VLCC and cape contract dead. NAT unmoved on dividend Herbjorn Hansson says first quarter payout will not be dashed by the rubbish tanker market. Cargoship on the rocks Captain and chief engineer stay on Albanian-owned Edro III following grounding in storm off Cyprus. FOP sending FPSO east Norwegian owner's new venture with Marubeni signs seven-year charter in Vietnam for new production unit. Latvian tanker trio for sale Riga-based owner forced into offloading handysizes by banks as it seeks to raise cash reserves. Daewoo calms drillship talk Korean yard denies discussions with Brazil's Petrobras over big new contracts for drilling vessels and rigs.

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DECEMBER 9, 2011
Hastings leaves Sea Star

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DECEMBER 9, 2011
Bunker prices end week with softening prices Oil climbed the most in more than a week. COP17: Canada urged to support shipping tax As negotiations continue, Oxfam policy advisor says enough finger pointing and suggests it is time to show leadership. US Navy vessel achieves fastest speed using alternative fuel Another 'Wright Brothers-moment' as the Navy pursues sustainable sources to protect it from the volatility of the fossil fuel market. San Diego considers renewable energy facility Biogas produces a mixture of methane and carbon dioxide that can be used as fuel. Maltese government challenged on planned bunker tax Bunker sector warns 2012 budget proposal will fail as ships 'could bunker elsewhere'. Markets end week on softer note 380 cSt down by $10 pmt in Fujairah, smaller price drops seen elsewhere. European markets soften Customs in Greece will be closed on Monday due to a National Holiday. New studies show link between PM and health risks California Air Resources Board says studies 'underscore the need to eliminate the threat' of PM from California's air. Piracy creating 'no-go zones' for bunker suppliers Several suppliers have had tankers hijacked or attacked in the Gulf of Guinea in the past year, forcing oil trade and bunkering activity to move. Singapore bunker fuel prices down by double-digits Price of 380 cSt grade in Singapore fell $25.50 to $653.50 pmt on Friday. Brightoil sourcing for 15 newbuilds in Korea Move to build newbuilds in Korea 'expected' as Brightoil was in contact with Korean shipyards, says sources. South China fuel oil inventories slightly down Fuel oil volumes across southern China at 1.76-1.78 million mt. Norwegian shipbuilder launches dual fuel Viking Prince Vessel will be delivered in March 2012, with sister ship scheduled for delivery in September 2012. SCI to deploy more ships to spot market Company is slow steaming some of its vessels to cut bunker fuel bills. Swedish port authority orders shore power system ABB to provide largest shore connection frequency converter in the world.

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PORTS

Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.

Paris

It will become operational in 2027

COMPETITION

SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori

Rome

The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.

Brussels

The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation

PORTS

Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.

Rome

Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%

Taranto

Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

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

LOGISTICS

In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).

Hedehusene

Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.

TRUCKING

Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.

Milan

PORTS

Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.

Genoa

Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.

PORTS

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

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.

Antwerp

In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased

PORTS

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

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

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

SHIPPING

While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.

CRUISES

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

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.

London/Brussels

Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.

PORTS

ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.

Brussels

Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.

PORTS

PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously

Genoa

Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.

LEGISLATION

Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation

Rome

The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen

PORTS

Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Los Angeles

Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.

SHIPPING

HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs

Seoul

The ships will be delivered by April 2029

PORTS

Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.

Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter

PIRACY

Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter

Kuala Lumpur

The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk

Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.

PORTS

Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.

La Spezia

A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation

ACCIDENTS

In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.

Batam

This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"

TRADE

South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.

Beijing

Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group

PORTS

Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter

Singapore

By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

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

PORTS

In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes

Genoa

Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference

LEGISLATION

The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.

Washington

"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."

SHIPPING

Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.

Oslo

From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton

TRADE

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

Washington

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

PORTS

Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.

Livorno

Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

SHIPPING

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

Beijing

Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports

PORTS

In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.

Ankara

Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)

SHIPPING

Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue

Taipei/Keelung

In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded

SHIPPING

ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework

Brussels

Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%

Naples

Cruise passengers on the rise

PORTS

New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months

Washington

National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.

Madrid

The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros

SHIPPING

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

Haifa

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

INDUSTRY

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

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.

Genoa

Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion

Brussels

The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted

MARITIME SERVICES

SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug

Santiago

An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%

Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)

SHIPPING

Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)

Cairo/Ismailia

In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%

PORTS

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

Naples/Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

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

PORTS

In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%

Ravenna

Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

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

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.

Los Angeles

Invitation to submit expressions of interest

In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.

PORTS

In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.

Geneva

The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)

SHIPPING

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

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

PORTS

Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054

Genoa

The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP

FREIGHT TERMINALS

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

Padua

PORTS

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

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.

PORTS

In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%

Hamburg

Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.

SHIPPING

China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels

Beijing

The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures

ACCIDENTS

New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden

Southampton

UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

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

CRUISES

Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.

Hannover/Trieste

With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned

PORTS

GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese

Palermo

The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt

SHIPPING

HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships

Seoul

The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars

Vienna

The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.

In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%

PORTS

In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%

Bremen

Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.

CRUISES

A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026

Catania

In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.

PORTS

Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.

Barcelona/Algeciras

In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.

Rome

The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

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

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

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

SHIPPING

GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China

Genoa

It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.

PORTS

A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.

Vado Ligure

Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata

SHIPPING

Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement

Naples

Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports

PORTS

The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.

Gioia Tauro

Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.

PORTS

The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.

La Spezia

The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"

PORTS

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

Istanbul

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

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.

Valencia

In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%

PORTS

Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.

Long Beach

Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.

PORTS

Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.

Genoa

Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.

SHIPPING

Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.

Izmir

It will be held on a weekly basis

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

	Departure ports
	Arrival ports by:
	-	alphabetical order
	-	country
	-	geographical areas

MARITIME SERVICES

Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector

Genoa

Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels

PORTS

The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.

Rome/Trieste

Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement

TAXES

Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits

Rome

Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play

COMPANIES

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

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

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

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

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

SHIPYARDS

Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory

Ismailia

They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

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

PORTS

Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter

Hong Kong

A 16.3% drop was recorded in September

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France

Trondheim/Brest

Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest

SHIPPING

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

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks

Brussels

They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

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

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods

Rome

A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law

SHIPYARDS

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

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

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

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPYARDS

The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo

Palermo

Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan

SHIPPING

In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%

Hong Kong

Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

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

OFFSHORE

Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years

Palermo

Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

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

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.

Taranto

Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas

ACCIDENTS

One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies

Amsterdam/London

Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships

PORTS

Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.

Rome

At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.

EDUCATION

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

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.

Nola

Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network

SHIPPING

The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.

Vado Ligure

It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock

FINANCING

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

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

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

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro

Gioia Tauro

The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.

COMPANIES

A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.

Milan

At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

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

PORTS

Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.

Livorno

The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

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

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

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

Rome

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

SHIPPING

Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.

Athens

They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.

Rozzano

The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

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

PORTS

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

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)

Valencia

In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel

PORTS

The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.

Pozzallo

It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm

CRUISES

Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises

Monfalcone

It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.

MEETINGS

A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

PORTS

Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.

Rome

This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.

EDUCATION

The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.

Genoa

The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed

LOGISTICS

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector

Rome

Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.

LOGISTICS

Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena

Mesero

Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.

OFFSHORE

Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.

San Donato Milanese

The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023

SHIPPING

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

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

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

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.

Naples

Serious irregularities found on board

PORTS

Italian Ports:

Ancona

Genoa

Ravenna

Augusta

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

MEETINGS

A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

MEETINGS

The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.

Lugano

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December

(The Business Standard)

We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

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

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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

Villorba

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

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

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

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%

Venice

The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.

SHIPPING

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

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico

The Eagle

The sale will be completed in the next few days

MEETINGS

The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.

Lugano

Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland

OFFSHORE

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

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.

Ferrara

The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities

PORTS

The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.

London

Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch

PORTS

In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%

Taranto

The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped

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