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January 14, 2011
The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Rising population ensures long-term growth: Maersk
    Increasing population and incomes in developing countries and a tendency for world trade to expand faster than GDP point to long-term growth in the transport business, the head of Danish shipping and oil group A P Moller-Maersk said.
  • Ship orders seen rising 4% on global recovery
    Global shipbuilding orders may rise 4 per cent this year to the highest levels since 2008 as economic recovery drives demand for consumer goods and fuel, according to estimates South Korea's industrial ministry released yesterday.

Sched Netweb site
  • East-west freight rates to drop 7pc in 2011: Drewry
  • Shenzhen western port areas see robust box growth in 2010
  • Tianjin port hits 10 million TEU and 400 million tonnes in 2010
  • Evergreen divides intra-Asia loop into two services
  • CSAV adds new call at Port of Savannah
  • World Bank: Normality returns as third world drives growth
  • Train crash stopped Dutch-German freight movement
  • Bomb squad called to Savannah port freight office
  • CN launch eco-container chassis to cut emissions 8-10pc
  • Hactl beats 2007 record as 2010 volume up 24.8pc over 2009's
  • IndiGo places largest order in history for 180 Airbus A320s
  • ECS Group plans more global air cargo expansion
  • Don't rush into Open Sky accords, warns Manila lawmaker

Exim Indiaweb site
  • FutureShip's boxship optimisation yields significant fuel savings
  • HCL has fruitful interaction with customers in Pune
  • Japan's maritime trade leaders back Sea Asia 2011
  • Maritime Agenda 2020 envisages investment of 5 lakh cr.
  • MOL introduces energy efficiency management plan for tanker fleet
  • Rlys may miss cargo traffic target in 2010-11
  • Customs to streamline export procedures: Fieo
  • Industrial growth dips to 18-month low in Nov.

International Transport Journalweb site
JANUARY 13, 2011
  • Pepsi outsources Netherlands logistics to Kuehne + Nagel
    PepsiCo, one of the world's leading producers of convenience foods and beverages, has awarded a ten-year contract to Kuehne + Nagel for its warehousing and distribution activities ...
  • Group 7 now AEO certified
    The German service provider Group 7, headquartered in Schwaig near Munich, was recently awarded an authorised economic operator certificate (AEO). This special status entitles the ...
  • Reysas transports wine for Doluca
    The Turkish transportation service provider Reysas Lojistik has been selected by the company Doluca Sarapcilik to distribute its wines, thus bringing the brand name Doluca into Rey...
  • Günter Butschek new head of operations at Airbus
    Günter Butschek has been appointed as Airbus's new operations executive vice-president with effect from 1 March. Butschek will succeed Gerald Weber, who is leaving Airbus, and will...
  • Containership optimisation by Maric and FutureShip yields fuel savings
    The lines of a 9,000 teu containership series were significantly improved by a joint venture between Maric, a Chinese design office, and FutureShip, a Germanischer Lloyd subsidiary...
  • Port of Singapore sets new record for teu handled
    Container traffic in the port of Singapore came to 28.4 million teu in 2010, a 9.9% increase over the 25.9 million teu recorded in 2009. Total cargo throughput increased by 6.4%, t...
  • Air Charter Service expanding in South America
    Air Charter Service, a leading aircraft charter provider, is continuing its global expansion by opening its first Brazilian office, in Sao Paulo. ACS Brazil will offer cargo as wel...
  • US rail traffic rises in 2010
    The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has reported an increase in rail traffic in 2010, when US railroads originated 14.8 million carloads, a 7.3% increase over last year but...
  • Air France-KLM reports rise in December traffic, decline in load factor
    Air France-KLM said that its cargo business was affected by the difficulties encountered by ground transport in December. Traffic was up by 2.1%, for a 4.6% rise in capacity, leadi...
  • Inderm'hle transforms its workshop into an independent unit
    The workshop of the Inderm'hle group, a Swiss transport specialist, has become an independent unit called Inderm'hle Nutzfahrzeuge (Inderm'hle commercial vehicles). Roland Inderm'h...
  • Kilic Group investing in 50 new Mercedes-Benz tractors
    The Kilic Group, based in Mersin in southern Turkey, has invested EUR 6 million in the acquisition of 50 Mercedes-Benz Axor 1840 tractors for its subsidiary Merbil Lojistik, which ...
  • Boeing celebrates final assembly of 1,000th 767
    Final assembly on the 1,000th Boeing 767 airplane started this week. Workers marked the milestone with a celebration at Boeing's Everett WA (USA) factory. Final assembly is the las...

Marine Logweb site
JANUARY 13, 2011
  • Maersk Oil's big investment in Brazil
  • Bromwich: BOEMRE not moving the goalposts
  • Teekay announces senior management appointments
  • Olympic exercises option for second OSV from Kleven
  • MOL implements Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan
  • Bergen Group to build rescue and response vessels for Sartor

World Wide Shipperweb site
JANUARY 13, 2011
  • Port Tracker report predicts jump in container traffic
  • Hamburg Sud North America changing face of managenent
  • Crowley Maritime taps Gilliam as vice president of sales/chartering
  • Diana Shipping charters Panamax bulk carrier
  • Mitsui Tanker Division eyeing new energy efficiency measures

Lloyd's Listweb site
JANUARY 13, 2011
  • MR product tankers set for 20% rise in earnings
    Investment bank issues upbeat assessment of outlook for rates in 2011
  • Recovery could drive up orders for ships by 4%
    Global shipbuilding orders may rise 4 % this year to the highest since 2008 as economic recovery drives demand for consumer goods and fuel
  • Handymaxes and supramaxes to remain in trough until February
    Shipbrokers forecast poor handymax and supramax rates in the Pacific trading region will last until mid-February
  • Pirates' motherships extend attacks
    Record numbers of larger boats see more ships targeted off the coasts of India, Oman, Kenya and Tanzania
  • Leopard escapes hijack attempt
    Danish general cargoship may have been carrying a military cargo
  • DFDS becomes first major casualty of Irish ferry crisis
    Stena now largest player serving Ireland following Danish operator's exit
  • Lloyd's List appoints Richard Meade as editor
    Succeeds Tom Leander who becomes editor-in-chief for Asia
  • Hanging in the balance
    South Korean government will not let Korea Line, the country's second largest shipping company, go to the wall
  • Don't silence Chirp
    It is unfortunate the future of Confidential Hazardous Incident Reporting Programme is under threat
  • US retailers predict 8% box imports rise in January
    But continuing momentum unlikely as consumers cut back on discretionary spending
  • Time to health check private tanker operators
    With four of eight listed tanker outfits operating at below break-even levels, many private tanker companies could also be reaching the danger zone
  • Sub-zero rate causes Baltic Exchange delay
    Indices delayed after C11 capesize route drops below zero dollars per day for the first time
  • Korea Line weighs up options to ward off bankruptcy
    Hopes to raise fresh funds including tapping government-owned financial institutions
  • Seadrill snaps up Seadragon orders
    Rigs to join seven other units previously ordered from Jurong shipyard
  • Cyprus plans new licensing round
    Move could aggrevate already heated political situation
  • Diamond shines as Goldman rates it a Conviction Buy
    Analyst upgrade follows order for an ultra deepwater drillship from Hyundai
  • Troop withdrawal may help eradicate Somali piracy
    A policy of constructive disengagement will allow the war torn African country to strive for a national, grassroots reconciliation
  • European Commission homes in on Italian torpedo
    Commission to stop the underhand tactics that are being used to draw out complicated maritime disputes
  • Automatic enforcement of EU court rulings could bring big savings
    Validation process can cost up to €13,000 in lawyers' fees and court costs
  • Danaos seals $203m Chinese loan
    Gets nod for credit facility, part of financial restructuring to secure boxship newbuilding programme
  • Danish cargoship feared hijacked
    Contact with Leopard is lost following pirate attack in Gulf of Aden
  • MPC Capital agrees share swap deal with lenders
    Banks to provide $59.4m of loan receivables as in return for 2.8m fresh shares
  • Teekay unveils management reshuffle
    Announcement comes as date for Peter Evensen to take helm fixed for April 1
  • Valencia tests system to ease port congestion
    Port helps trial Flagship-RTS, a real-time optimisation system to reduce congestion
  • Brisbane port expected to reopen by Monday
    Conditions still too dangerous at the moment says port authority
  • India set for maritime sector shake-up
    Launches ten-year policy agenda to boost its shipping portfolio
  • Navios aims to raise $325m from new bond issue
    Private placement to finance buy back 9.5% notes issued in 2006
  • Gulftainer volumes up at Khorfakkan and Sharjah
    2010 total throughput at both box terminals reach just over 3m teu
  • China club presses ahead with IG membership bid
    Mulls adopting a set of internationally recognised accounts
  • Chamber of shipping embarks on new membership drive
    UK association extends focus and will also look to target shipbrokers and other maritime professionals

Fairplayweb site
JANUARY 13, 2011
  • Arch Coal buys into US export scheme
    NYSE-LISTED Arch Coal has acquired a 38% stake in the proposed Millennium Bulk Terminals project in Longview, Washington, a facility that could significantly expand US coal exports to Asia.
  • Pirate attack reported
    DANISH general cargo ship Leopard has reportedly been attacked by pirates, but its fate remains unclear.
  • Brazil ports unveil rises
    ANTONINA and Paranagua, ports operated by Brazil's southern state of Parana, said loadings and unloadings rose 22% in 2010 from 2009 figures.
  • Repair ship commissioned
    BRAZIL'S oil giant Petrobras has commissioned a semi-submersible vessel for repairing oil rigs and oil platforms for work in the Campos Basin near Rio de Janeiro.
  • Oz tug hero hailed
    A TUG MASTER has been praised for corralling a large boardwalk that had broken off and was heading towards a major bridge over Queensland's swollen Brisbane River.
  • Oz faces cyclones, too
    WEATHER-beaten areas of Queensland and Western Australia are facing new threats from seasonal tropical cyclones.
  • Pakistan grain imports rise
    PAKISTAN has released official figures showing how last year's devastating floods led to a major rise in grain imports.
  • Drug suspects slip up
    SPANISH police today arrested four men in the seizure of 162 kilos of cocaine ' hidden in boxes of fake fruit.
  • Pareto sees drybulk pain
    PARETO Securities in Oslo has lowered its 2011 earnings estimates for drybulk carriers and revised drybulk equity recommendations as a result.
  • Topaz signs Maersk deal
    DUBAI oilfield services company Topaz Energy & Marine has announced that its DMS subsidiary has signed a five-year contract with AP M'ller-Maersk.
  • Long-lasting drybulk hit seen from Oz deluge
    BIMCO has predicted the Australia's weather disaster is likely to depress drybulk freight market for months to come.
  • Yangzijiang unveils $415.3M in new orders
    NEWBUILDING analysts predicted a rise in share prices for Yangzijiang of China after the builder announced 4Q 2010 new orders worth $415.3M.
  • MOL takes green route
    JAPAN'S MOL told Fairplay today it is preparing an energy-efficiency management scheme for its 79 tankers.
  • COSCO Shipping shares climb as $318M raised
    COSCO Shipping said today it has raised 2.1Bn yuan ($318M) from a rights offer.

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JANUARY 13, 2011
  • Canadian Rail Workers Vote to Strike
    Members of four union groups at the two major Canadian railways voted to strike if negotiations fail by deadlines late...
  • Hamburg Sud Reorganizes in North America
    Hamburg Sud North America on Thursday announced the realignment of its top management team. Three executives assumed new responsibilities....
  • Report Says Jones Act Didn't Impede Oil Cleanup
    The presidential commission that investigated the Deepwater Horizon disaster said the Jones Act did not prevent participation by foreign-flag vessels...
  • 3PL Odyssey Acquires Optimodal
    Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation acquired Optimodal, the largest intermodal chemical sector service provider in the United States. ...
  • Rail Traffic Jumps in First Week of January
    Traffic surged at major North American railroads in the first full week of January, compared with the same point in...
  • India Launches $110 Billion Maritime Plan
    India plans to spend an estimated $110 billion to develop ports and shipbuilding by 2020 as it aims to expand...
  • Caribbean Shipowners Hike Rates
    The members of the Caribbean Shipowners Association announced Thursday a series of general rate increases over the next few months...
  • Port of LA Container Exports Gain 5 Percent
    The Port of Los Angeles capped a year of record containerized exports with a 5 percent increase in December over...
  • Port Tracker Forecasts 8 Percent January Import Growth
    Import cargo volume at the nation's major retail container ports is expected to post a year-to-year gain of 8 percent...
  • ProLogis Plans $1 Billion Distribution Buildout
    ProLogis plans $800 million to $1 billion in new development this year in Asia, Europe and North America, the industrial...
  • Con-way Says Profit to Fall
    Con-way Freight says it expects the company's operating profit to fall by nearly a third in the fourth quarter because...
  • Mica Eyes Rail to Get More Trucks, Cars Off Roadways
    The new chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, signaling domestic transport goals similar to those of the Obama...
  • Manufacturers Survey Sees Steady Growth
    The U.S. manufacturing outlook remains healthy despite indications of slowing expansion, a quarterly survey of 62 manufacturers said. The...
  • Trade Deficit Shrinks to 10-Month Low
    The U.S. trade deficit declined 0.3 percent to $38.3 billion in November from October, reaching its lowest level in 10...
  • Port Klang Forecasts Double-Digit Container Growth
    Port Klang, Malaysia's largest container port, expects double-digit growth in cargo this year, the Port Klang Authority said. Its...
  • Crowley Promotes Otero to Head Caribbean Services
    Crowley Maritime named Tony Otero vice president of the Dominican Republic, Haiti and Cuba liner services. Otero's new...
  • Maersk Chief Projects Long-Term Container Industry Growth
    The global container industry is headed for long-term growth, thanks to increasing population and incomes in developing countries and a...
  • Charleston to Move to Single-Gate System
    The Port of Charleston will move to a single-gate operating system on Jan. 18 to streamline operations, the South Carolina...
  • Troubled Borders Closing Distribution Center
    Borders will close its Nashville, Tenn., distribution center and scale back its supply chain as the bookstore chain struggles with...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
JANUARY 13, 2011
  • T/P rates pushed up by Chinese New Year - but overcapacity still a threat
  • MSC ships to save fuel
  • Agility to Queensland rescue
  • Portugal's bond success boosts markets
  • DP World inaugurates second terminal at Port Qasim

TradeWindsweb site
JANUARY 13, 2011
  • Stanships assets seized
    Bunker beef with bulker outfit backed by American Club director Paul Sa heats up in the wake of magic pipe probes.
  • Leopard crew abducted
    Pirates shift six crew members of Danish weapons ship to hijacked Taiwanese fishing vessel in major change of tactics.
  • Navios oils note press
    Angeliki Frangou-led shipping cartel returns to Wall Street with $325m private placement tied to securities scoop and debt drive.
  • Evensen crowns successor
    New York-listed shipping syndicate reveals promotions as Bjorn Moller prepares to hand off CEO post to Peter Evensen.
  • Leopard escapes hijacking
    No sign of pirates as Turkish naval troops storm Danish ship and attempt to free crew in citadel.
  • Stig snaps up option
    Stig Remoy's Olympic Shipping firms up $65m newbuilding contract at Kleven Maritime.
  • Norway in clear on Rocknes
    Compensation award against state overruled as court blames navigation error not incomplete sea charts for tragedy.
  • Star snares cape cash
    Nasdaq-listed owner bags a loan to cover the remaining 60% of capesize newbuilding pair.
  • Cruiseship in pirate saga
    Black tie dinner put on hold as UK vessel with 500 onboard outruns suspects off Tanzania.
  • Frangos plots next chapter
    Greek owner John Frangos is happy to consign long-running stand-off with the Haji-Ioannou family to the history books.
  • Strike called over crewman's death
    Services from India's Lakshadweep islands halted in row over treatment of helmsman who suffered heart attack.
  • India eyes tonnage growth
    Government's new 10-year plan aims at boosting fleet as well as building ports and mega-yards.
  • DFDS ditches Dublin
    Danish owner exits Republic of Ireland ro-ro sector a month after selling Belfast routes.
  • FIS lays down dry fears
    John Banaszkiewicz tips bulker demolition to quadruple this year but will it be enough?
  • Cammell Laird posts record
    UK shipyard boasts its best annual numbers since being reborn a decade ago.
  • Missing crew found
    Tug picks up all 18 men from cargoship reported missing off Malaysia in storm.
  • Bergen bags Sartor trio
    Roy Wareberg-led owner turns to neighbouring yard with NOK 1bn deal for three newbuildings.

American Shipperweb site
JANUARY 13, 2011
  • FMC reviews 7 OTI license applications
    The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission has received seven license applications and changes for review. The FMC received non-vessel-operating common carrier license applications from Globe Shipping, Alhambra, Calif. (Eric G. Qian, chief executive offi...
  • Vanguard opens Charlotte office, 30 more planned
    Vanguard Logistics Services has opened a new branch office in Charlotte, N.C. "Our growth in the Southeast region has prompted us to open a new office in Charlotte," said David Sanchoyerto, Vanguard's Southeast regional vice president, in a stateme...
  • CommerceConnect takes off
    The U.S. Commerce Department's CommerceConnect program has expanded to the Philadelphia region, the first of 16 regions where the service will be started this year. CommerceConnect is a "one-stop-shop" initiative in which Commerce employees are cr...
  • Old Dominion names Metz VP legal
    Old Dominion Freight Line has appointed Walt Metz to vice president and assistant general counsel. A 29-year veteran in legal affairs, Metz's experience includes counseling privately and publicly held companies and clients represented by private pr...
  • Crowley names finance VP, IT director
    Crowley Maritime Corp. has promoted David Nickless to vice president of finance and planning for Crowley''s shipping and logistics business. He will remain based at the company's Jacksonville, Fla., office and report to Steve Collar, senior vice p...
  • FMC orders closer monitoring of ship alliances
    The Federal Maritime Commission hasissued a ruleto more tightly monitor the three global ocean shipping alliances. The New World, Grand and CKYH alliances have each filed agreements with the FMC that give them the authority in multiple U.S. trade ...
  • Container lines oppose offshore wind farm site
    The U.S. government should reconsider its proposal to site a large wind farm off Maryland's coast because it would interfere with the safe passage of vessels in designated shipping lanes, the World Shipping Council said. The Bureau of Ocean Energy...
  • U.S. food safety law's impacts detailed
    The United Fresh Produce Association on Wednesday released a white paper that explores the likely effects of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, passed by the Congress late last month and signed into law by President Obama Jan. 4. The white pap...
  • To boost capacity 10%
    Port of Charleston moves to common gates The South Carolina State Ports Authority said it would streamline container operations in the Port of Charleston by moving to a single-gate operating system at all terminals, effective Jan. 18. It said the c...
  • New carrier battleground?


The Scandinavian Shipping Gazetteweb site
JANUARY 13, 2011
  • Danish coaster under pirate attack in the Indian Ocean
    The faith of the Danish coaster Leopard is still uncertain after a pirate attack yesterday in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Oman. The crew of Leopard reported an
  • Norwegian government aquitted in Rocknes case
    A district court verdict that ordered the Norwegian government to pay close to NOK 23 million in damages for having failed to mark the ground that the bulker Rocknes hit

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JANUARY 13, 2011
  • Bunker market rise in Fujairah
    Most suppliers in Durban quoting on enquiry only.
  • Rotterdam bunker market firms
    Bunker market 'very quiet' in Hamburg.
  • MOL initiates emissions reductions across its tanker fleet
    CO2 reduction plan embraces 'route selection, slow steaming' and maintenance programmes.
  • New guide to 'eco-efficient' technologies
    Shipping has 'a thirst' for information on fuel saving options.
  • Rotterdam bunker market shrinks for fourth year running
    MGO sales, however, soar by nearly 72% while MDO sales are negligible after 73% drop.
  • Bunker crew fly home
    But four crew members remain on board arrested tanker.
  • Singapore fuel oil stocks at 15-month low
    Arrival of delayed cargoes affecting bunker deliveries, says supplier.
  • Singapore 500 cSt sales hit record in December
    Total bunker sales at 3.493 million mt for December, according to MPA statistics.
  • Asian bunker prices at fresh highs
    Mixed demand at key Asian bunker ports, says traders.
  • IBME Dubai welcomes new trader
    New trader to assist clients worldwide, says company.
  • South China fuel oil stocks stable on week
    Remains at 1.71-1.71 million mt for the week ended January 12, says report.
  • Hyundai Oilbank to suspend bunker deliveries next week
    IFO avails 'may run short' in Busan, local traders say.
  • Container newbuilds to save 10% fuel with smaller engines
    Carbon dioxide emissions cut by more than 90 tonnes per day, says Germanischer Lloyd.

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