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BRIEFS

November 15, 2011

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*Shipping News* Rickmers in the black in Q3, raises payout Rickmers Maritime declared distribution per unit for the third quarter that was 5 per cent up y-o-y to 0.60 US cents from 0.57 US cents previously. Educating travellers on Coral Triangle As the Singapore Cruise Center (SCC) turned 20 yesterday, it gave itself the best present it could give: a good cause. Navios CEO predicts shipping bankruptcies Angeliki Frangou, who heads three shipping companies controlling more than 100 vessels, said bankruptcies within the industry will accelerate as lending dwindles, allowing her to purchase assets that plunged in value. Bookings for Mideast VLCC crude hit record

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TSA ups rate to US$400/FEU from January as 'imperative and overdue' Lianyungang volume up 26pc to 4.04 million TEU, beats last year's total Last oil pumped from stricken Rena, box recovery expected to be lengthy Feeder start-up Box Ships posts third quarter profit of US$5.1 million Chongqing's nine-month international box volume totals 190,000 TEU CMA CGM mulls slow steaming during slack season to cut fuel bills Broadband Internet connection installed on MOL LNG carriers Export slump delays opening of UP's grain-to-container transloading facility South Carolina eco-agency relents, stops blocking Savannah's dredging Maritime IT specialist Seago Line joins INTTRA's network 49 aircraft leased under Tianjin Dongjiang Bonded Port Area's new deal Maximus finds heavylift rivalry tough to take, looks to ACMI trade instead Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings suffers 16pc quarterly profit decline

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NOVEMBER 14, 2011
TransContainer earnings grow in first nine months TransContainer's earnings increased by 28% in the first nine months of 2011, in comparison with the like-for-like period last year, reaching approximately RUB 20.9 billion. Revenue... Maersk Line posts loss in Q3 A.P. Moeller-Maersk said that its subsidiary Maersk Line, the world's biggest container line, will lose money this year, revising a previous forecast which spoke of a modest profit... IRU publishes new general conditions for the carriage of goods The Goods Transport Council of the International Road Transport Union (IRU) has adopted revised IRU general conditions for the international carriage of goods and related outline a... Rutges Cargo participating in Dutch fuel savings programme Rutges Cargo, a European truck operator and part of the Wallenborn Group, is to participate in the Truck of the Future demonstration programme, organised by the independent researc... Boeing begins work on 1,000th B777 Boeing workers last week began assembling the 1,000th B777, a 300ER that will be delivered to Dubai-based Emirates Airline in 2012. The US aircraft manufacturer reached the milesto... Asda rolling back road miles with CMA CGM and Freightliner Freightliner Limited, the UK's leading intermodal railfreight provider, has signed a new contract with CMA CGM to transport containers for Asda to and from Northeast England. Freig... Froschmeier takes over Kukla's Eastern Europe division Stephan Froschmeier has headed the Eastern Europe transport unit of the Munich-based freight forwarder Kukla since October. The forwarder and transport specialist is boosting the e... Volga-Dnepr delivers relief cargo to earthquake victims in Turkey Volga-Dnepr Airlines joined the relief operation to help earthquake victims in Turkey with two flights from Sharjah (UAE) to Erzurum, delivering urgently-needed equipment on behalf... Swissport wins contract at Narita airport Swissport International has begun offering cargo handling services at Tokyo Narita, Japan's most important international air hub, by securing its first cargo contract there with Vi... Deutsche Post DHL posts strong results in Q3 Deutsche Post DHL again increased its sales in Q3 and boosted profitability significantly. Group sales increased to EUR 13.12 billion. Adjusted for currency effects and consolidati... Gulf Warehousing Company wins new contract The Gulf Warehousing Company has agreed to store chemicals used in the Pearl gas-to-liquids project (GTL) at its 16,000 sqm Ras Laffan warehouse in Qatar, according to a report in ... FedEx Express expanding in Northern Ireland FedEx Express has officially opened a new operating base in and launched direct services to and from Northern Ireland. The new 20,000 sqft facility at the Kilroot business park in ... PSA cars made in Spain now to be shipped to Livorno The Mercurio group has decided that all Citroen and Peugeot cars produced in Spain by the PSA Group and bound for Italy (50,000 units a year) will be shipped from Vigo to Livorno, ...

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NOVEMBER 14, 2011
RADM James A. Watson to succeed Michael R. Bromwich at BSEE Conrad Industries signs new contracts NASSCO christens USNS Medgar Evers STX OSV reports growth in revenues and profit ICS produces briefing document for climate change negotiators First car carrier with all-electric RO/RO access enters service

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NOVEMBER 14, 2011
TSA member carriers set to begin rate increase Port association backing transportation legislation Off-duty Coast Guardsman saves girl from drowning in Columbia IMO study predicts greenhouse gas reductions Naming ceremony held for two new LNG vessels

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NOVEMBER 14, 2011
Lloyd's talks tough on e-endorsements Richard Ward raises threat of mandating use if take-up is slow Skuld provides a model for would-be Lloyd's entrants Companies stand a better chance with an existing book of business that they can transfer in Lloyd's chief wants Solvency II a year ahead of delayed start date Richard Ward says insurance market must 'not take foot off the gas' Flurry of dry bulk orders as newbuilding prices continue falling Chinese yards win 2013 and 2014 contracts, including a newcastlemax order Marfin Investment links with Abu Dhabi Mar for acquisitions Deal brings together pair with strong interest in maritime investments Somalia: we're winning the battles but losing the war More must be made of EU Navfor Shipping's Great Leap Forward China's talk of 'actively guiding' tonnage reduction is reminder of its market power Price drop in smaller dry bulk classes slows After capesize values level off, panamaxes are also seen selling at stabilising values Rush is on for ballast water compliance technology Tools sought to help port state control check vessels are adhering to the letter of the ballast water convention Environmental rules poised to force early scrapping of tonnage Additional expense of green upgrades means owners of certain tonnage could well retire ships needing such costly work Iridium hits record revenue as it gears up for launch of new service Satellite communications business raises its expectations for subscribers and operational earnings Rotterdam commissions study on eurozone crisis threat to containers McKinsey analysing how economic uncertainty could hit the Le Havre to Hamburg range of northwestern European ports China could help VLCC overcapacity by purchasing all 15-year-old vessels Poten & Partners suggests Asian country buys ageing tankers rather than ordering newbuilds Tanker asset values continue tumble Two-year-old suezmax and one aframax reported sold in quiet secondhand market P&O Ferries threatens to fight any SeaFrance rescue bid with state aid French Dover-Calais ferry operator awaits Wednesday court decision on sale or liquidation Newlead locks in new kamsarmax for 16 years Renegotiation with charterer is being described as consensual Falling containership values place Global Ship Lease in danger of loan default Company confident of thrashing out a pact with lenders by November 30 ICS to brief UN climate change conference Will stress that shipping is committed to reducing emissions HCI Capital reports $11m loss in first nine months Fresh cost-cutting programme launched LRIT data exchange up and running at European safety agency Emsa takes control of ship position information at Portugal base Reduced fuel consumption could save $50bn by 2020 Study finds benefits to owners of implementation of IMO plans US crew using system to extend claims Shipowners need to protect themselves from never-ending claims Farstad posts $62.7m third-quarter profit Improvement over same period last year comes despite low rates and poor fleet utilisation Egyptian port closed by protests Congestion impacts on over 40 vessels Gulf ports urged to boost capacity Governments also need to cut red tape, says Kuwait Financial Centre study Armed and necessary All signs are that the slow start of post-monsoon pirate attacks is due to onboard armed guards Hamburg reports strong growth Box volumes up 15% year on year in third quarter Courage snatches up supramax for $26.6m Hong Kong and Singapore-listed carrier buys from new Chinese yard for early 2012 delivery

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NOVEMBER 14, 2011
IMO: new CO2 regs will deliver An IMO study released today predicted "significant" savings from incoming mandatory design and operation regulations, assuming ship operators can overcome the inherent challenges STX OSV profits rocket OFFSHORE shipbuilding specialist STX OSV of Norway said today it has raised net profits for 3Q11 by 144% year on year Scorpio hopeful on winter NYSE-listed Scorpio Tankers reported larger losses than expected today but voiced optimism that market conditions are improving for its next three months France to appeal EC's ruling on SeaFrance PARIS said today France plans to appeal the EC's rejection last month of a €259.5M ($353.3M) restructuring proposal for SeaFrance CMA CGM deal with HCI rumoured RUMOURS abound that listed German shipping trust HCI Hammonia is about to acquire two 5,500teu box ships from CMA CGM RMT posts $11M profits 3Q2011 SINGAPORE'S Rickmers Maritime Trust today returned to profitability with net earnings of $11M in 3Q2011, reversing a $54.6M loss in 3Q2010. RMT posts $11M in 3Q2011 profits STX Pan Ocean reveals losses of $35M SOUTH Korea's top drybulk carrier STX Pan Ocean plunged today into the red, reporting $35M in net losses for 3Q2011 Oltmann acquires 'bargain' ships GERMAN KG house Oltmann said today it has secured bargain buys of three multipurpose and container newbuildings for its private investors Losses force HCI slashes GERMAN KG house HCI Capital said today it will cut one-fifth of its workforce and slash costs by $13M per year, after posting heavy losses GSL concedes covenant risk GLOBAL Ship Lease, which charters box ships to CMA CGM, disclosed today that it will soon require a covenant waiver because of slumping asset values Libya reported nearing 800,000b/d LIBYA's oil production is expected to increase to 800,000 barrels per day within the next few weeks, a London conference heard today Ferry passengers freed TURKEY said commando teams have stormed a hijacked ferry near Istanbul, freeing all 24 passengers and crew, who had been held hostage for 12 hours Bunker costs threaten VLCC revival VLCC SPOT rates are continuing this week to rise, but analysts are warning that growing bunker costs could smother the trend Berlin reverses shipping cuts GERMAN parliamentarians have voted to repeal much-criticised spending cuts on labour cost subsidies for German-flag ships TSA plans box rate boost TSA TODAY announced plans to set higher rates from next year, after several members posted significant third-quarter losses

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NOVEMBER 14, 2011
FMC Clears Tariff Files to Prevent Fraud The Federal Maritime Administration's cleaning of its ocean carrier tariff files may help prevent shippers from being scammed by an... ILA, NYSA to Give Hiring Preference to Veterans The International Longshoremen's Association and the New York Shipping Association said they will give hiring preference to Iraq and Afghanistan... Containerized Exports Rose 6.7 Percent in Third Quarter U.S. containerized exports rose 6.7 percent in the third quarter, the eighth straight quarter of expansion, led by rising demand... Covenant Loses $11.1 Million, Freight Revenue Falls Covenant Transportation lost $11.1 million in the third quarter compared to a $1.9 million profit in the same period year... David Noe, APL Vice President of Sales, Dead at 50 David Noe, APL's long-serving vice president of sales, marketing and customer support in the Americas, died last week in Houston... Cathay Pacific Says Holiday Cargo Peak 'Unlikely' Cargo transported by Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific and sister carrier Dragonair fell for the seventh straight month in October, and... Hamburg Regains Spot as No. 2 European Box Port The port of Hamburg wrested back second place in Europe's container league from Antwerp, with a 15.3 percent surge in... Analyst Says Eurozone Volatility Pulls Down China Exports The Eurozone's lurch from crisis to crisis is the prime reason for the soft Chinese export growth piling downward rates... Five Carriers to Suspend Asia-Latin America Loop Five carriers that operate three joint services between Asia, Mexico and the West Coast of South America plan to suspend... Japanese Economy Regains Growth in Third Quarter The Japanese economy grew 1.5 percent in the July-September quarter from the preceding quarter, or at an annualized pace of... Carriers Consider Lifting Indian Port Congestion Fees Ocean carriers serving India's Port of Chennai said they will consider lifting their bottleneck surcharges if restrictions on cargo movements... Box Ships Books $5.1 Million Profit Box Ships booked a profit of $5.1 million in the first full quarter since the Greek container ship owner's initial... Hamburg's HHLA Expands Profit, Warns of Overcapacity HHLA managed to grow revenue and container traffic in a challenging third quarter, but Hamburg's biggest stevedore warned of an... Rickmers Swings to a $11.1 Million Profit Rickmers Maritime Trust swung to an $11.1 million profit in the third quarter from a $54.6 million loss a year... Trans-Pacific Carriers Seek Post-Holiday Rate Hike Trying again to stop the erosion of rates that has hit major east-west trade lanes this year, shipping lines in... When Capacity Turns If there is, as ocean carriers say, too little demand for freight space and too much capacity on the water,... LTL Pricing Heads Up Less-than-truckload pricing is rising, financial results from the largest LTL carriers show, as tightening truck capacity and rising costs trump... Measuring LTL Capacity How tight is LTL capacity? That depends on the carrier and its territory. "Capacity (at YRC) is not tight,... Driving Back to Basics Four months after James Welch rejoined YRC Worldwide as CEO, the scope of his plans for the ailing trucking giant... Polarizing Perspectives Perspectives, I've learned, are very much based on where you sit, so I was more than interested in what two... Preventing the Next Big Bang Maritime industry employers are working with longshore unions around the country to prevent potentially deadly refrigerated containers from Vietnam from... IMF Pushes Exports Egypt is hardly alone in its struggle to find a path to political transition and make reforms that are economically... Port Horizons Brighten In Egypt, the disruptions of the Arab Spring didn't just disrupt traffic in the congested streets of its ancient cities.... Cloudy Forecasts Short- and medium-term economic forecasts for all of the major countries in the Mideast have been revised downward months after... After the Spring Nine months after angry crowds brought down the administration of long-time dictator Hosni Mubarak, political and economic uncertainty hang heavily... Ripe for Inspection Fees Any broker, importer or other U.S. business that agreed eight years ago to be the agent of a foreign food... Financing Limits Transport Plans For transportation interests who believe the U.S. needs a long-term infrastructure strategy, prospects for funding are dimming. How will a... Capacity for Contracts If container lines really start parking ships in significant numbers, it may have more to do with 2012 than with... Load Factors Tumble The effect of the capacity glut on most U.S. trade lanes is clearly visible in the decline in load factors...

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NOVEMBER 14, 2011
RCL still losing in tough Asian market Thai-based Asia-centric carrier, Regional Container Lines (RCL) incurred an operating loss of THB483 (USD15.7) million in the third quarter of the year, albeit ... K Line boosts South Korea/India coverage Tokyo-headquartered K Line is beefing up its South Korea/India coverage with the introduction of a new Kwangyang/Kaohsiung - West India Express (FIX) service ... TSA to raise rates on troubled transpac Members of the Transpacific Stabilisation Agreement (TSA) are to raise their freight rates in an emergency rate restoration in order to halt the slide of plummeting ... India's boxports ahead by 4% Seemingly bucking the consumer austerity-induced slowdown in global demand, India's 13 major ports increased container throughput in the six-months ending October ... Frankfurt terminal changes name Frankfurt Intermodal Terminal (FIT) has changed its name to Contargo Industriepark Frankfurt-Hochst. As made clear in Contargo's press statement, 'the ... Salvors readying for removal of Rena boxes DB Schenker starts rail service between UK and Poland DB Schenker has commenced a weekly block train service between Poland and the UK. The first train departed from Wroclaw on Tuesday evening November 8 and arrived ...

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NOVEMBER 14, 2011
Ultrapetrol sheds the red Felipe Menendez-led owner reverses third-quarter loss as revenue surge helps resurrect bottom line. Marfin eyes investments Andreas Vgenopoulos-led firm poised to pounce on "opportunities" in the Mediterranean following pact with yard group. NewLead pens rate revision Newest addition to Michael Zolotas-led owner's dry arsenal secures extended 16-year fix in exchange for reduced rate. Petrobras picks Deep Sea duo Brazilian behemoth poised to splash $100m on a pair of Oslo-listed offshore owner's anchor-handlers. DVB to beat the gloom German bank says its results will meet the mark this year despite shipping and banking woe. Rickmers unveils new CFO German giant's finance boss says new sources of cash will be essential for owner to remain active amid market turbulence. ICG fails to impress Earning power weaker in what is key business quarter for Irish ferry operator. Star wins another round Oslo-listed owner takes another step in pursuit of $16.5m damages payment from Russian charter. Esco back in black Tschudi-owned multipurpose operator reveals small 2010 profit, after winning compensation for charter termination. Genmar battles shot clock Jewel of Georgiopoulos empire secures key waiver extension as Moelis & Co and Randee Day join fight to stay afloat. GSL spills less red ink A tough market and higher costs bear down on Ian Webber-led shipowner's bottom line. Citi sounds dry cargo alarm Shipping boss Michael Parker sees two or three years of pain for the bulk market. Double sting for Scorpio Emanuele Lauro-led owner sees red in a quarter hindered by seasonal weakness and macro-economic troubles.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2011
PO Shipping adds new TP loop Unions blast MarAd, Matsuda Four U.S. maritime unions say the Maritime Administration and its leader David Matsuda should be "ashamed of itself" for issuing a report comparing U.S. and foreign-flag ship operating costs without seeking their input. MSC starts matchback system in Belgium Mediterranean Shipping Co.'s Belgian branch has set up a new system to encourage inland matchbacks of its containers allowing importers, exporters and truckers to round-trip into Antwerp. TSA seeks interim $400 per FEU min. Five lines rationalize Asia/Mexico-WCSA capacity Waiting for confirmation from Hamburg Sud that these are the services are involved CKYH pull East Coast via Suez loop Lines suspend Asia-Americas round-world loop

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NOVEMBER 14, 2011
IFO prices firm in Fujairah Deliveries in Cape Town available for supply between November 17-28 November. Svitzer develops ECOtug New type of harbour tug that consumes less fuels, spills less oil and is more maneuverable than other tugs will be delivered in December. Prices mixed in Rotterdam Buyers left wonder what is supporting the market, player tells Bunkerworld. CMF product 'within 3.50% sulphur limit' Supplier complying with 2012 sulphur cap. IMO mandatory GHG measures to cut billions from fuel bills Study of EEDI and SEEMP effect predicts 13% CO2 reduction by 2020 and 39% by 2050 compared with BAU scenario, but still with net growth. Decline in bunker volumes continues Japanese bunker sales 18% down year-on-year. Drive for fuel-efficient, less polluting engines boosts shipyards US shipyard says government incentives have been 'a shot in the arm.' Bunker prices generally firming in Asia Demand mixed at major Asian bunker hubs on Monday, traders say. TSA members to raise rates to halt losses Says correction is both 'imperative and overdue'. Singapore's October bunker sales down Fall in sales volumes in line with slow global trade, say players. Maersk orders second generation exhaust gas system Exhaust gas system compatible with different types of bunker fuels, says MAN Diesel. BIMCO adds new bunker clauses for time charter parties New clauses to address importance of bunker issues and minimise risk of bunker disputes, says BIMCO. Salvors to remove last of bunkers from grounded box ship Work will continue for 'some time' to ensure all accessible oil is removed from Rena, says Maritime New Zealand.

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FROM THE HOME PAGE

PORTS

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

Paris

It will become operational in 2027

COMPETITION

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

Rome

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

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation

PORTS

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

Rome

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

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

PORTS

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

Taranto

Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

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

LOGISTICS

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

Hedehusene

Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.

TRUCKING

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

Milan

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

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

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

PORTS

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

Antwerp

In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased

PORTS

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

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

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

SHIPPING

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

CRUISES

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

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

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

London/Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

LEGISLATION

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

Rome

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

PORTS

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

Los Angeles

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

SHIPPING

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

Seoul

The ships will be delivered by April 2029

PORTS

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

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

PIRACY

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

Kuala Lumpur

The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk

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

PORTS

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

La Spezia

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

ACCIDENTS

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

Batam

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

TRADE

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

Beijing

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

PORTS

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

Singapore

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

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference

LEGISLATION

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

Washington

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

SHIPPING

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

Oslo

From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton

TRADE

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

Washington

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

PORTS

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

Livorno

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

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

SHIPPING

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

Beijing

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

PORTS

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

Ankara

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

SHIPPING

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

Taipei/Keelung

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

SHIPPING

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

Brussels

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

Naples

Cruise passengers on the rise

PORTS

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

Washington

National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Madrid

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

SHIPPING

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

Haifa

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

INDUSTRY

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

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Santiago

An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%

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

SHIPPING

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

Cairo/Ismailia

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

PORTS

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

Naples/Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

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

PORTS

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

Ravenna

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

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

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

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

Los Angeles

Invitation to submit expressions of interest

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

PORTS

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

Geneva

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

SHIPPING

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

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

PORTS

Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054

Genoa

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

FREIGHT TERMINALS

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

Padua

PORTS

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

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

Hamburg

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

SHIPPING

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

Beijing

The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures

ACCIDENTS

New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden

Southampton

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

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

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

CRUISES

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

Hannover/Trieste

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

PORTS

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

Palermo

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

SHIPPING

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

Seoul

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

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

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

PORTS

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

Bremen

Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.

CRUISES

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

Catania

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

PORTS

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

Barcelona/Algeciras

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

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

Rome

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

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

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

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

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

SHIPPING

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

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Vado Ligure

Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata

SHIPPING

Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement

Naples

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

PORTS

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

Gioia Tauro

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

PORTS

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

La Spezia

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

PORTS

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

Istanbul

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

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

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

Valencia

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

PORTS

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

Long Beach

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPPING

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

Izmir

It will be held on a weekly basis

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

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

MARITIME SERVICES

Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome/Trieste

Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement

TAXES

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

Rome

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

COMPANIES

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

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

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

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

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

SHIPYARDS

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

Ismailia

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

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

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

PORTS

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

Hong Kong

A 16.3% drop was recorded in September

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

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

Trondheim/Brest

Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest

SHIPPING

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

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

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

Brussels

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

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

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

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

Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

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

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

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

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPYARDS

The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo

Palermo

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

SHIPPING

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

Hong Kong

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

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

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

OFFSHORE

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

Palermo

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

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

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

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

Taranto

Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas

ACCIDENTS

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

Amsterdam/London

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

PORTS

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

Rome

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

EDUCATION

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

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

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

Nola

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

SHIPPING

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

Vado Ligure

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

FINANCING

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

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

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

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

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

Gioia Tauro

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

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

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

PORTS

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

Livorno

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

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

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

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

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

Rome

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

SHIPPING

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

Athens

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

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

Rozzano

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

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

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

PORTS

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

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

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

Valencia

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

PORTS

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

Pozzallo

It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm

CRUISES

Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises

Monfalcone

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

MEETINGS

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

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

PORTS

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

Rome

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

EDUCATION

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

Genoa

The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed

LOGISTICS

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Rome

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

LOGISTICS

Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena

Mesero

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

OFFSHORE

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

San Donato Milanese

The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023

SHIPPING

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

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

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

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

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

Naples

Serious irregularities found on board

PORTS

Italian Ports:

Ancona

Genoa

Ravenna

Augusta

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

MEETINGS

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

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

MEETINGS

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

Lugano

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

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

(The Business Standard)

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

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

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

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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

Villorba

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

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

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

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

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

Venice

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

SHIPPING

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

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

The Eagle

The sale will be completed in the next few days

MEETINGS

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

Lugano

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

OFFSHORE

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

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

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

Ferrara

The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities

PORTS

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

London

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

PORTS

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

Taranto

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

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