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September 13, 2011
The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Maersk to speed up Asia-Europe deliveries
    MAERSK Line is attempting to fix the problem of chronic late Asia-Europe deliveries with a new 'conveyor belt'-type service.
  • RAM reaffirms rating of Lumut Maritime
    Malaysia's RAM Ratings has reaffirmed the A1 rating of Lumut Maritime Terminal Sdn Bhd's (LMT) RM60 million (S$24.3 million) Bai Bithaman Ajil Islamic Debt Securities (BaIDS), with a stable outlook.
  • Zanzibar ferry death toll seen rising sharply
    The death toll from Tanzania's ferry disaster could significantly rise after it emerged there were more than 1,000 passengers aboard the vessel when it capsized last week, a senior Zanzibar official said yesterday.

Sched Netweb site
  • US Customs: August box imports down 2.79pc, but up 2.35pc year to date
  • Shipowners seek UN troops posted on ships transiting pirate infested waters
  • Oxfam, World Wide Fund seek to impose United Nations carbon tax on shipping
  • Fujian's road and water transport volume up in first seven months
  • Jilin's first half road freight volume increases 18pc, but rail declines 9.2pc
  • US fines Hamburg's Uniteam US$800,000 for hiding Puerto Rico bilge dumping
  • Maths@Sea web programme launched by UK charity Marine Society
  • Drewry Asia Air Freight Price Index falls 9.3pc to five-month low in July
  • IATA's Tony Tyler: Deploy technology to make air security quick and easy
  • Missouri governor avoids hot button issue in pursuit China air hub plan
  • Auditor turns protectionist as Air India loses market share to Mideast carriers

Exim Indiaweb site
  • Bunker industrys annual convention in Barcelona in November
  • Curious case of a forwarder not being an MTO
  • Evergreen Marine named top supplier for Sears during 2010 peak season
  • Global shipping industry calls for UN armed force against Somali pirates
  • MOL hikes Far East-Subcontinent rate by $100/TEU, $250/TEU
  • MoS mulls deploying 3 ETVs on the coasts
  • MSCs transhipment focus on N. Europe, Indian Ocean, Australia loop
  • Surge in box traffic between Port of Hamburg & Poland
  • US FMC wants seven months more to investigate quasi conferences
  • Wan Hai, Interasia launch Japan-Singapore NS3 service
  • High output, low local price push up cardamom exports
  • Bids invited for Gangavaram port dredging
  • Essar Ports to cut dependence on group cos to mitigate risk
  • Domestic textile players may have to adopt best global practices soon
  • FinMin directs banks not to raise EMIs of SMEs
  • GST should be in place by April 2012 as per schedule: Sushil Modi
  • New service tax circular would expedite refund claims: Fieo
  • Sharma seeks 18,500 cr. to set up 7 investment zones
  • The execution dilemma
  • Workshop on 'EPCG Scheme & Project Import' on Sept. 23

International Transport Journalweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
  • Success of Precision Air's Dar es Salaam-Johannesburg service
    In a month Arusha (Tanzania)-based Precision Air is to introduce a fifth weekly service on its Dar es Salaam-Johannesburg (South Africa) route, which was launched on 24 August. The...
  • FAA proposes penalty against MIT
    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a USD 175,000 civil penalty against the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for alleged violations of hazardous mater...
  • Lufthansa Cargo Charter flies horses to Calgary
    Every September the world show jumping community looks to Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Alberta (Canada), as the best athletes compete for top prizes and international acclaim during th...
  • Russian Railways ships 105 million t of freight in August
    In August 2011 Russian Railways shipped 105.5 million t of freight on its own network, an increase of 0.5% over August 2010. Cargo turnover increased by 2.4% compared to the same m...
  • Transics to fit 4,000 Transalliance trailers with telematics equipment
    Transalliance, a pan-European freight forwarder, will fit its 4,000 semi-trailers with Transics' TX Magellan Geo trailer management system this year. Transalliance has gradually be...
  • Chinese truck maker to launch heavy lorry for export
    The Chinese truck manufacturer Beiqi Foton Motor Co is planning a heavy-duty lorry for the US and European markets, reported China Daily recently. It will be the first Chinese mode...
  • Bill Post joins US Airways board
    US Airways recently announced that William J. Post, retired chairman and CEO of the Pinnacle West Corporation and former president and CEO of Arizona Public Service, has joined its...
  • New forestry terminal in Gothenburg halfway to completion
    The construction of a new forestry terminal in the port of Gothenburg is halfway to completion. Gothenburg's standing as an export gateway for Swedish paper will be boosted further...
  • Loxx continues to expand
    At the start of September Loxx Holding, the Gelsenkirchen-based German holding of an international group of logistics companies, acquired a 20,000 sqm plot of land next to Loxx's G...
  • Hamburg and Genoa forwarders conclude agreement
    The Association of Hamburg Freight Forwarders (VHSp) and Spediporto, the Association of Freight Forwarders, Couriers and Transporting Companies of Genoa (Associazione Spedizionieri...
  • Geodis acquires Pharmalog
    The French forwarding and logistics company Geodis Group is strengthening its position in the healthcare market with the acquisition of the pharmaceutical pre-wholesaler Pharmalog....
  • HRCI falls again
    The Howe Robinson Container Index (HRCI) decreased from 718 points for the week ending on 24 August to 692 points in the week closing on 7 September. This 26 point decrease represe...
  • Fesco reports good H1 container business
    Russia's Fesco Transportation Group reported good results in its container business. Container sea trade in H1/2011 saw a significant 46% increase, to 214,000 teu, compared to 146,...
  • Indian Railways freight volumes up
    Indian Railways carried 389 million t of revenue-earning freight between April and August. The cargo carried showed an increase of 22.36 million t over the freight traffic of 367 m...

Marine Logweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
  • Cal Dive International announces promotions
  • Offshore accommodation vessel surveyed using laser scan
  • INTERVIEW: Castrol Environmental Specialist Susannah Linington
  • Tow boat designed by Bristol Harbor Group now at work on Alaska North Slope
  • Shell to launch new two-stroke engine cylinder oil
  • Pipavav to build warships for Indian Navy in JV with Mazagon Dock
  • Technip in $1.07 billion swoop on Global Industries

World Wide Shipperweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
  • Port of Camas-Washougal nets grant to digitize meetings
  • USAID partners with Crowley for Bahamas disaster relief
  • Corps seeking public's help for Lands Day tree planting project
  • Republic of Palau new member of International Maritime Organization
  • APL selects Tideworks for terminal operating system

Lloyd's Listweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
  • A wealth of experience
    DP World's chief for the Indian sub-continent has built businesses in the world's most challenging locales
  • Shipowners given glimmer of hope over low SOx rules
    Sweden and Finland start taking cost concerns seriously ahead of European Union ministers' meeting
  • Clubs embark on diversification
    Recent trend has seen P&I clubs moving into fixed premium hull and energy lines
  • Asia Pacific drives global economy and fuels P&I growth
    The economy of the Asia Pacific region offers business expansion potential lacking elsewhere, yet the economic environment creates challenges as well as opportunities for the P&I sector
  • Few risks on horizon as clubs improve capital strength
    Earlier this year, when S&P completed its annual review of the international marine P&I sector, it was generally positive. S&P credit analysts see little threat to most of the sector's ratings in the next 18 months
  • Is Kolding following in the footsteps of Marx?
    Container shipping should be trying to devise a commercial and operating structure that can handle uncertainty in a superior way
  • LPG freight rates have potential to exceed $70 per tonne
    Gas carrier brokers say tonnage tied up in Singapore has reduced vessel availability
  • Shell and Wärtsilä join forces to promote LNG as fuel in US
    Deal to increase availability of natural gas and develop supply chain and infrastructure
  • Awilco eyes gas-powered floating electricity generation
    Ageing LNG tanker conversions a solution for remote and emergency power needs
  • Fresh rumours of Oldendorff purchasing handysize bulker circulate
    German company denies buying resale vessel
  • Precious Shipping buys three supramax resales for $80m
    Thai shipowner takes advantage of distressed asset sales and achieves low price
  • Rates to remain low for at least two more years
    HSBC report holds little hope for price hikes
  • Alarm bells ringing
    European shipping watches the clock
  • IMO offers assistance to Tanzania
    Secretary-general shocked by loss of life in Spice Islander I casualty
  • Boxships face less risk of Cosco-style charter revisions
    Morgan Stanley flags Costamare stock opportunity after blaming investor 'confusion' over Cosco for price blip
  • Grand claims
    Maersk Line has set a high standard for itself and the liner industry
  • Credit Agricole and RBS oppose Seaarland effort to secure cash lifeline
    Borrower 'cannot lend its own money to itself' while lenders with superior liens remain unpaid, banks argue
  • London insurance market urged to improve service
    Calls for more reliability
  • Maersk Line unveils daily revolution to Asia-Europe service
    New 'ocean conveyor belt' promises to improve reliability with daily cargo cut-offs
  • Revenues jump 57% at Global Ports Investments
    Increase box throughput and pricing lifts figures
  • Capesize market hopeful of continued increase in Chinese iron ore imports
    Preliminary data shows August volumes reached 59.1m tonnes
  • Even slower steaming will help boxship revival
    Analyst says containers vessels could slow their average speed further and help reduce overcapacity
  • Cash buyers bank on pick up in Bangladesh shipbreaking activity
    Chittagong demolition yards have until October 12 to import vessels before regulations are reviewed
  • Shanghai August box throughput up 6.2% on year
    Port busier than 2010 but volume slides compared to July 2011
  • Plunging ship values hit Braemar's income
    Group's shipbroking division set to see 18% drop in revenue for the full financial year
  • Hellenic looks on the bright side despite profit dip
    AIM-listed owner of five bulkers axes interim dividend to conserve cash but suspends judgement on later 2011 payout

Fairplayweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
  • Jones Act clause inserted
    LANGUAGE has been added to a US budget package that, if passed, will make it much more difficult to secure Jones Act waivers for crude cargoes
  • Technip taking over Global
    TECHNIP, the French energy engineering and construction group, is to take over the US subsea construction and pipe-laying group Global Industries
  • Hundreds on ferry killed
    MORE THAN 240 people were confirmed dead today in the capsizing of a passenger ferry transiting the Tanzanian islands of Zanzibar and Pemba
  • Bankruptcy fight escalates
    MARCO Polo Seatrade is facing a make-or-break Chapter 11 hearing this week as its senior lenders line up to fight a new loan agreement
  • Argentina acts to end strike
    A STRIKE that paralysed river traffic for 16 days between Paraguay and Argentina has ended, IHS Global Insight reported today
  • Box rate slip explained
    EXCESS capacity that is built into the box ship market is being blamed for last week's big slip in rates
  • Hellenic down but upbeat
    HELLENIC Carriers today blamed poor freight rates and vessel oversupply for year-on-year revenue losses of almost $10M for 1H11
  • Drybulk rebound fade warned
    PRECIOUS Shipping boss Khalid Hashim warned today the drybulk shipping recovery might fade before year-end
  • Asia box ships seen insulated
    INTRA-ASIA box routes offer "pockets of hope", DnB NOR shipping analyst Erik Bergöö said today, in contrast with box carriers suffering continuing losses in deepsea shipping
  • Sting in Katia's tail flogs UK
    FERRY sailings between the UK and Ireland were curtailed today as Hurricane Katia's remaining rain and wind arrived at the British Isles
  • Taking China VLCCs with a grain of salt
    DON'T BE "too frightened" that Chinese-owned groups have been reported ready to order 80 VLCC newbuildings over the next five years, an investment conference was told today
  • Parents urge cruise law change
    PARENTS of a long-missing cruise ship worker are to meet UK shipping minister Mike Penning today to push for laws that would give British and European passengers and crew the same protections as US citizens
  • India lifts export bans
    BUOYED by bulging stocks and a bumper harvest, India has lifted its four-year ban on wheat exports
  • Oz strike could spread as BHP talks fail
    COKING coal miners pressed their strike at a BHP Billiton JV in Australia today after weekend labour talks failed
  • Bangladesh seeks port loan
    BANGLADESH Petroleum reportedly said today it had contracted three banks to arrange a $150M loan, with the scheme partly directed at port financing

The Journal of Commerceweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
  • Congress Poised to Extend Transportation Spending
    Leadership in the House and Senate reached agreement Monday on plans to extend highway and aviation spending for four months...
  • DHL Express Gains Three 777 Freighters
    DHL Express signed a multi-year agreement with Southern Air to operate three 777 freighters, increasing the German carrier's fleet to...
  • US Rail Intermodal, Industrial Loads Grew in August
    Major U.S. railroads saw a slight gain during August in intermodal traffic and a bigger gain in carloadings of industrial...
  • Japan, Colombia Eye Free Trade Pact
    Japan and Colombia agreed on Monday to launch a joint study on a free trade agreement aimed at eliminating import...
  • Excel Shipping Joins INTTRA
    Excel Shipping said its new membership in the INTTRA's ocean shipping e-commerce network will allow the U.K.-based non-vessel common carrier...
  • Maersk to Compensate Shippers for Late Cargo
    Maersk Line is setting a standardized cut-off time for cargo being loaded on vessels on its Asia-Europe services, and the...
  • DOT's August Stimulus Payouts Near $700 Million
    The Department of Transportation in August reimbursed states nearly $700 million for construction projects backed by the 2009 American Recovery...
  • MSC To Transship Australian Cargo at Italian Port
    Mediterranean Shipping Co. will use Italy's Port of Gioia Tauro to transship all cargo moving from ports in the United...
  • Europe's Exports to North America Rise 9.4 Percent
    The weaker euro boosted Europe's July exports to North America 9.4 percent to 311,000 20-foot equivalent container units, as all...
  • India's Exports Up 44.2 Percent
    India's exports surged for the fifth successive month in August, growing 44.2 percent year-over-year to $24.3 billion, amid indications that...
  • Navigating a Sea Change
    Patrick Halloran takes great pains to provide the carriers that transport Cardinal Health's global shipments of medical supplies with his...
  • Commodities Get Water Resistant
    At a moment when the U.S. employment machine is stuck in neutral and policymakers or advocacy groups are rushing out...
  • Come On, Irene
    North America's rail networks began September trying to dry out. High water hit the rail system hard in the Northeast...
  • Unlocking Hidden Capacity
    Trucking companies loath to add capacity by buying new tractors or trailers are turning to technology to unlock capacity hidden...
  • Weather Splits Rails
    It's a tale of two railroads, both operating through some of the worst of times in terms of nature's wrath,...
  • Grooming for Growth
    Sylvie Vachon joined the Montreal Port Authority in 1990, managing the departments of Financial Services, Land and Property, Procurement and...
  • Shipping's New Sales Force
    A number of friends have asked recently, "What's it like, working that side of the street?" That "side of the...
  • A Weaker Peak
    When consumers don't buy, retailers don't order and ship. Bad economic news is undermining container lines' hopes for a strong...
  • Slow Climb to the Peak
    Ocean carrier executives breathed a sigh of relief last month when the Container Rate Benchmark published by Drewry Shipping Consultants...
  • Top Heavy Top 40
    In the run-up to the 2011 peak shipping season, the world's largest ocean carriers engaged in a form of slow-steaming,...
  • Who's Not Suing the FMCSA?
    If rule-making at the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration continues this fall the way it's been going, the agency may...
  • Super-Sizing Transport Needs
    The U.S. port industry isn't waiting to see how President Obama and Congress sort out September deadlines over transportation funding...
  • A Stimulating Impasse
    If President Obama and his GOP adversaries in Congress are going to hammer out any agreement this fall on new...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
  • The US may have won a trade battle, but the war rumbles on
    US Trade Representative and jobs crusader, Ronald Kirk, was triumphant: the slow-talking Texan recently declared 'victory' over China in the latest tit-for-tat trade war between the world's top two super economic powers. But, was it a win for the fight against American unemployment, or a ramping up of beggar-thy-neighbour protectionism that could stymie world trade?
  • Lifetime achievers announced
  • Shipping industry demands 'bold new strategy' to halt Somali pirates
  • Russians declare record profits
  • Greek default talk spooks markets
  • Maintenance tax 'key factor' in causing US ports to lose cargo to Mexico and Canada

TradeWindsweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
  • Beluga eludes US bout
    German operator forced to intervene in legal battle between GenMar Agency and vessel tied to fallen heavylift giant.
  • Tanto bags boxship
    Indonesian owner beefs up boxship arsenal in $8m deal with Japanese giant, brokers say.
  • DOF plots placement
    Mons Aase in the driver's seat as DOF ASA plots $106m fundraiser in a bid to boost subsea arm.
  • Oceaneering cleans house
    New York-listed offshore owner prepares to pocket $19m from disposal of lone production unit.
  • Maersk's game-changer
    Containership giant unveils new Asia Europe plan which reveals the future for its 18,000-teu newbuildings.
  • Ferries kept in port
    Philippines suspends five Weesam Express passenger vessels after one of them grounded.
  • Anchor tanker attack
    Chemical tanker at anchor in Indonesian port boarded by robbers.
  • Loss grows at Srab
    Swedish tanker owner's operating costs were almost double revenue in first half of 2011.
  • Hellenic profit slashed
    But strong financial picture cushions poor results from Fotini Karamanlis-led dry bulk owner.

American Shipperweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
  • 'Key factor' in losing Asian market share
  • 'Daily Maersk'
  • Senators request FMC cargo diversion probe
    Washington State's two U.S. senators have asked the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission to investigate the extent to which the federal Harbor Maintenance Tax (HMT) and "other factors" are causing U.S.-bound cargo to be routed through ports in Canada ...
  • Asia/Europe volume up, rate down in July
    Asia/Europe ocean freight rates continued their nosedive in July, according to thelatest figures from Container Trades Statistics(CTS), which gathers volume and price information from carriers on trades to and from Europe. CTS's rate index on westb...
  • SeaIntel unveils reliability index
    Maritime analyst SeaIntel on Monday released a new measure of liner carrier reliability. The SeaIntel Global Liner Schedule Reliability report will track, on a monthly basis, 1,300 vessels arriving at more than 200 ports globally, with reliability...
  • CMA CGM alters U.S. East Coast/Caribbean network
    Liner carrier CMA CGM is altering the rotation of a service linking the U.S. East Coast and the Caribbean ahead of the suspension of its Black Pearl service between the U.S. East Coast, the Caribbean and the northern coast of South America. The li...
  • CMA CGM starts Russia/China service
    CMA CGM has started a service between eastern Russia and China as it drops out of a slot-buying agreement with FESCO on the same trade, according to American Shipper affiliate ComPair Data. The French line has started its Russian Far East Express s...
  • T. Parker Host expands in U.S. Gulf
    T. Parker Host has purchased all the outstanding shares of NSA Agencies, adding offices in Houston; New Orleans; Mobile, Ala.; and Tampa, Fla.NSA Agencies (successor to Navios Ship Agency) will now become part of the T. Parker Host group. George Du...
  • T.S. Lines rejoins Shanghai/Japan shuttle
    Intra-Asia carrier T.S. Lines has joined a shuttle between Japan and Shanghai operated by Grand China Shipping, according to research from American Shipper affiliate ComPair Data. The carrier has joined the EKX service, which operates with one vess...
  • Air lessor worries about overproduction
    The head of one of the world's largest aircraft leasing companies said he is nervous over the prospect of plane manufacturers Airbus and Boeing increasing production by up to 50 percent in the next few years, according to a report over the weekend...

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
  • US bill prohibits European emission trading scheme
    Plan to include aviation, and possibly shipping, seen as a 'violation of US sovereignty and international law.'
  • GMT expanding following 'strategic alliance' with FOBAS
    Expecting an increase in testing activity and turnover after selling a stake in the firm to LR.
  • Fujariah prices fall
    Deliveries were available for supply up to and including September 26 in Cape Town.
  • Bunker prices drop across Europe
    No prompt deliveries being carried out in Piraeus.
  • SMP testing cutting-edge lube
    Alexia S4 is designed to help ship operators reduce 'lifetime operating costs and operational complexity'.
  • Toyota in deal to cut harmful emissions
    Port of Long Beach wants environmental concessions in exchange for renewing lease on port terminal.
  • Danish authorities fight bunker spill
    Unknown quantity of bunker fuel has leaked after a trawler pierced the hull of a cargo ship.
  • Solar technology 'is improving very rapidly'
    High bunker prices mean ship operators' priorities are changing, says head of Hong Kong Shipowners Association.
  • New Asia trading head at Chemoil
    Jacob Gay tasked to expand Chemoil's fuel oil business in both East Asia and the Middle East.
  • Double-digit drop in Asian bunker prices
    Public holiday in Busan on Monday.
  • Singapore may see 'flowmeter certified' bunker tanker by year end
    Guideline on bunkering based on flowmeters may come 'soon', says Chairman of Technical Committee for Bunkering at SPRING Singapore.
  • 60% of top 20 liners post losses
    CSAV worst performing box carrier in the first half of 2011.
  • Private bunker players not 'to be shut off' from Hambantota
    Private sector could handle bunker trading, says Interocean Energy director.
  • Improved revenues buffer impact of high bunker costs
    Chemical tanker shipping firm 'benefits' from 10-15% increase in rates in the chemical tanker segment.
  • Singapore to see world's first hybrid bunker tankers
    Hong Lam to receive first of six 5,600 dwt diesel-electric hybrid bunker tankers in September.

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