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November 16, 2011
The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Cruise terminal operators ride on growth in Asia
    Asian cruise terminal operators foresee unabated growth in passenger throughput in the coming years even in the face of a global economic slump.
  • Asia cruise terminal operators join hands
    A new Asia-wide alliance will be the tide that lifts all Asian cruise terminal operators.
Strait Talk
  • Shipping industry milked to fill Green Climate Fund
    REALITY check: shipping will have to pay for the Green Climate Fund
Shipping Times
  • China's bullet trains back on track after recall
    Fifty-four bullet trains recalled after a deadly high-speed rail accident in China are to resume operation on the new Beijing- Shanghai line after problems were fixed, state media said on Monday.
  • JR West doubles bullet trains on profitable route
    West Japan Railway Co (JR West) has spent 30 billion yen (S$503 million) to double the number of bullet trains on its most profitable route to compete with airlines serving the island of Kyushu.

The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Cruise terminal operators ride on growth in Asia
    Asian cruise terminal operators foresee unabated growth in passenger throughput in the coming years even in the face of a global economic slump.
  • Asia cruise terminal operators join hands
    A new Asia-wide alliance will be the tide that lifts all Asian cruise terminal operators.
Strait Talk
  • Shipping industry milked to fill Green Climate Fund
    REALITY check: shipping will have to pay for the Green Climate Fund
Shipping Times
  • China's bullet trains back on track after recall
    Fifty-four bullet trains recalled after a deadly high-speed rail accident in China are to resume operation on the new Beijing- Shanghai line after problems were fixed, state media said on Monday.
  • JR West doubles bullet trains on profitable route
    West Japan Railway Co (JR West) has spent 30 billion yen (S$503 million) to double the number of bullet trains on its most profitable route to compete with airlines serving the island of Kyushu.

The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Cruise terminal operators ride on growth in Asia
    Asian cruise terminal operators foresee unabated growth in passenger throughput in the coming years even in the face of a global economic slump.
  • Asia cruise terminal operators join hands
    A new Asia-wide alliance will be the tide that lifts all Asian cruise terminal operators.
Strait Talk
  • Shipping industry milked to fill Green Climate Fund
    REALITY check: shipping will have to pay for the Green Climate Fund
Shipping Times
  • China's bullet trains back on track after recall
    Fifty-four bullet trains recalled after a deadly high-speed rail accident in China are to resume operation on the new Beijing- Shanghai line after problems were fixed, state media said on Monday.
  • JR West doubles bullet trains on profitable route
    West Japan Railway Co (JR West) has spent 30 billion yen (S$503 million) to double the number of bullet trains on its most profitable route to compete with airlines serving the island of Kyushu.

Sched Netweb site
  • Carriers make cuts on Asia-Mexico/South America west coast trade
  • Number of lay-ups mount as idle ships make up 2.9pc of world box fleet
  • Hamburg has no fear of Euro debt crisis, forecasts 14pc box growth
  • Asia-Pacific nations sign new trade framework accords in Honolulu
  • Beihai port volume exceeds last year's total, boxes up 12.6pc
  • Zhejiang's Haining city to build logistics park with Hong Kong investment
  • Tianjin Port united with Sinotrans to expand logistics capacity
  • Chongqing government to build 925 kilometres of highway over 4 years
  • Haikou box volume hits 610,000 TEU October 31, surpassing 2010 total
  • DHL global connectivity index rates Hong Kong tops pound for pound
  • APL to commence Singapore-Laem Chabang LCX shuttle from December 12
  • 'K' Line increases its western India and Pakistan coverage
  • OceanSaver wins Det Norske Veritas approval as ballast treatment system
  • Shipping industry best-practice videos sought to join global promotion
  • Cargotec's multi-use hooklift said to boost operating efficiency
  • Cathay suffers 17.5pc October cargo fall, but passenger volume up 3.8pc
  • China's air cargo sector in early growth stages: university study
  • Air Cargo Germany offers Frankfurt-Seoul and HK-Paraguay flights

International Transport Journalweb site
NOVEMBER 15, 2011
  • Quality Distribution increases income in Q3
    Quality Distribution, which operates the largest bulk chemicals tanker truck network in North America, and is the largest provider of intermodal tank container and depot services t...
  • ECS Group launches its GSA network in India
    The ECS Group, a global air cargo general sales and service agent, has opened two offices in India, in support of its global expansion strategy. Branches in Mumbai and Delhi are no...
  • Cathay Pacific enters Spanish market
    Cathay Pacific Cargo is today entering a new market in Europe with the launch of a scheduled freighter service to Zaragoza (Spain). Flights depart Hong Kong every Tuesday and Frida...
  • Republic of South Sudan joins Icao
    The Republic of South Sudan has become Icao's 191st member state, by adhering to the Convention on International Civil Aviation. South Sudan's membership in Icao will facilitate pl...
  • Chinese Railways commits to sustainable development
    China's minister for railways, Sheng Guangzu, recently signed the UIC Declaration on Sustainable Development and Transport in Beijing. Chinese Railways thus became the 50th signato...
  • Trucks clock up more miles on toll roads
    The miles driven by trucks with a permissible weight of 12 t and more amounted to 20.1 billion km on German toll roads in the first three quarters of 2011. Germany's Federal Office...
  • Fixemer Group celebrates 60th anniversary
    Fixemer, the parent company of the Fixemer Group in Luxembourg and a specialised full-truck-load operator, recently celebrated its 60th anniversary. The company is one of the pione...
  • Kombiverkehr boosts capacities to Spain
    Kombiverkehr aims to grow by 5% annually in Spain. To this end, German intermodal operator plans to increase its departures on the Mediterranean route via Portbou from ten to twelv...
  • K Line adds direct Kwangyang/Kaohsiung-West India service
    K Line will introduce a new Kwangyang/Kaohsiung-West India Express (FIX) service on 30 November, as a slot operator from Kwangyang. By introducing this weekly service K Line will b...
  • Bremerhaven car terminal booming
    BLG posted its best ever monthly result at the Bremerhaven car terminal in October, when 201,000 vehicles were handled. The main reason lay in the continued German car export boom....
  • Ignace Van Meenen new Rickmers Group CFO
    Dr Ignace Van Meenen has been CFO of the Rickmers Group since 1 October. He will drive the new orientation of the group to react faster and more flexibly to the requirements of the...
  • Rhenus Logistics opens Barcelona centre
    The German service provider Rhenus Logistics recently opened a new 33,000 sqm facility in the logistics park of the free-trade zone in Barcelona (Spain). The facility has 33 loadin...
  • Quehenberger expanding in Russia
    Quehenberger Logistics Russia, which belongs to the Austrian enterprise Quehenberger Logistics, is beefing up its fleet in Russia to meet increasing demand in the market. The compa...
  • OWS Freight Systems enters Europe
    OWS Freight Systems (OWSFS), a leading logistics service provider in India, is expanding to Europe with the establishment of Genoa-based OWS Freight System Italia. OWSFS is a part ...

Marine Logweb site
NOVEMBER 15, 2011
  • Coast Guard Reauthorization Bill passes House
  • ABS President and CEO says class shouldn't be in ship design business
  • IMO measures will bring big cuts in ship CO2 emissions
  • Crowley to continue administering Alaska Ocean Ranger program
  • InterManager President slams horrors of piracy
  • Wärtsilä and Doosan Engine extend licensing agreement

World Wide Shipperweb site
NOVEMBER 15, 2011
  • Crowley nets ADEC funding to continue Ocean Ranger program
  • Horizon Lines changing Board of Directors makeup
  • Halterm Container Terminal switching to Tideworks TOS
  • Expanded website online for Port of Seattle browsers
  • Requests for TIGER grants far exceed funding limits

Lloyd's Listweb site
NOVEMBER 15, 2011
  • Shipowners hold back from investing in green technology
    Investing millions in a scrubber or ballast water management system adds zero value to a vessel's secondhand price
  • Exclusive: Norden chief calls for more realistic emissions regulations
    Mortensen supports reducing environmental impact but is concerned shipowners will have to pay more than their fair share of the bill
  • The cost of installing ballast water management systems
    Systems can cost up to $8m and will be required by 2016
  • Truth is stranger than fiction
    Adventures of an owner contains all the elements, good and bad, of maritime life
  • Uphold the law, but protect the crew
    If someone pulls a gun on you, do you need a lawyer to tell you what to do?
  • Counting the cost of low-sulphur fuel
    The added expense of curbing emissions is obvious; it is not so clear where the benefits lie
  • Succession is never easy
    Noble Group's stock plunge after chief executive's departure shows how closely shareholders are watching
  • Exclusive: Aframax owners desperate for pick-up in Libyan crude oil exports
    Earnings on cross-Mediterranean trades below operating costs, says Greece's Arcadia
  • Poor claims service is threatening the London market
    Lack of agreement on protocol will push business away from Lloyd's
  • Strike Club calls for 10% rise in P&I premiums
    Club sees a boost from fixed-premium war risk product
  • Q&A: Convoy Escort Programme chief sets out his stall
    Angus Campbell explains the Insurance Navy
  • Could insurance funded private navies leave ships to 'burn'?
    CEP needs financial backing from insurance industry, venture funds and oil companies
  • Chinese leasing outfits' link to banks will have to change
    Business model involving lessors providing finance leases for shipping companies raises issue of competition with parent banks offering loans
  • P&O flags out ferry duo to avoid 'equalising' wages of temps with staff
    RMT slams Pride of Hull and Pride of York switch to Bahamas as 'scandal'
  • Cameron calls anti-piracy conference
    Britain invites international community to discuss Somalia crisis
  • Further consolidation forecast in maritime law sector
    More mergers likely but not on a domestic level
  • Falling newbuilding prices to be stabilised as yards cut excess capacity
    Maritime Strategies International predicts deliveries of new vessels to decline from 2013
  • Genco takes delivery of last handysize bulker from 2010's Metrostar deal
    Five ships bought in June last year for $166m are now valued at $135m as markets weaken
  • Decks cleared for lenders' challenge to Omega Navigation Chapter 11 case
    Houston hearing on November 28 to consider HSH Nordbank-led creditors' effort to liquidate Greek tanker company
  • Owners of 2011 and 2012 newbuild VLCCs will lose money for 24 months
    As tonnage ordered last year enters service and hits rates, cash will be crucial to survival
  • Foreign exchange volatility drives down DVB Bank
    Profit dives after income from financial instruments is hit
  • Spain's $1bn Prestige lawsuit against ABS approaches another milestone
    Appellate court verdict on 'biggest lawsuit in maritime history' expected in 90 days
  • Frontline sells third suezmax in a month
    Osl0-listed tanker company records combined loss of $75m for three ships
  • Bunker surcharge to combat climate change could hit trade, say shippers
    Global Shippers Forum chief says passing on the problem of carbon emissions to the shipper is not the right answer
  • Canada-US pipeline delay to lift shipping
    Pressure from campaign groups against piping so-called dirty oil from Canada to the US may end up creating a chance for tankers to carry the oil to Asia
  • Taxing times for the Greeks
    Shipowners in Greece might at least consider how they can help to rebuild their homeland
  • Seago Line to impose St Petersburg surcharge as 'icy winter' looms
    Maersk feeder subsidiary to charge $125 per teu and $250 per feu for all imports to port
  • Horizon Lines faces boardroom shake-up
    Newly expanded board to steer Jones Act liner company through debt restructuring

Fairplayweb site
NOVEMBER 15, 2011
  • HK agents trumpet horn haul
    CUSTOMS agents in Hong Kong have reportedly seized a shipping container of rhino horns and ivory from South Africa
  • NewLead scores again
    NASDAQ-listed NewLead today announced its third arbitration award against Nobu Su's TMT Bulk, as it continues to seek recovery of allegedly unpaid charter hire
  • Tonga monopoly feared
    RESIDENTS of the small Pacific nation of Tonga have protested a government plan to close a cargo shipping service, IHS Global Insight reported today
  • Greeks seize 103 migrants
    GREEK authorities are holding 103 migrants seeking to be smuggled to Italy
  • Slump rocks Mercator
    LOW REVENUES and increased expenses have pushed quarterly profits down 87%, India's Mercator said today
  • Rena box removal stalled
    CONTAINER removal from the grounded box ship Rena has been delayed by rough seas, MNZ said today
  • Risks warned in yuan newbuilding finance
    USING YUANS to pay for China's newbuildings poses risks for shipowners and banks, a conference in Shanghai has heard
  • Lankan guards aid sought
    COUNTRIES ready to deploy anti-piracy military guards have sought Sri Lanka's aid during transit, a key defence official has told a security forum
  • SCI reports $29M losses in 3Q2011
    INCREASING interest costs and falling bulk revenues have pushed SCI, India's largest shipping company, into the red
  • SeaFrance freezes ferries
    DOVER-Calais ferry sailings were canceled today by SeaFrance, in what could be an attempt to avoid disruption tied to a key court ruling
  • Norden raises full-year profits forecast
    DENMARK'S DS Norden has today upped its operating profits forecast on the back of good dry bulk contracts
  • Asia/South America loops merge into two
    FIVE BOX lines in the Asia/Mexico/WC South America trade have consolidated their services for slack winter season
  • Oltmann takes 'bargain' ships
    GERMAN KG house Oltmann said today it has secured bargain buys of three multipurpose and container newbuildings for its private investors
  • French court rejects Russian's extradition
    A FRENCH appeal court has reportedly rejected a Russian request to extradite the self-exiled head of Russian shipping and port company Oslo Marine Group
  • GPI box business gains 29%
    RUSSIAN port operator GPI has reported 29% growth in box throughput for 3Q2011, according to analysts

The Journal of Commerceweb site
NOVEMBER 15, 2011
  • USPS Loses $5.1 Billion, Risks Defaulting
    The U.S. Postal Service lost $5.1 billion in fiscal 2011, raising the pressure the ailing agency will default on a...
  • ILA Withdraws Labor Charge Against Yang Ming
    An International Longshoremen's Association local has withdrawn its unfair-labor-practice charge against Yang Ming (America) and said it will seek to...
  • Home Depot Expands DC Mechanization
    Retailer Home Depot is stepping up mechanization of the rapid deployment centers it credits with supply chain improvements that helped...
  • Former APL Exec Joins Consulting Firm
    Long-time APL executive Bob Sappio has joined Alvarez & Marshall, a professional services firm, where he is managing director of...
  • Port of LA Exports Rise 28.1 Percent to Record High
    The Port of Los Angeles in October saw imports rise 5.5 percent from the same period a year ago and...
  • Spot Market Truck Volume Up 39 Percent
    Spot market volume on TransCore's network of load board slipped 3.7 percent in October from September and rose 39 percent...
  • TIGER Grant Demand Greatly Outpaces Supply
    The $14.1 billion in requested Department of Transportation TIGER grants exceeded supply by a factor of 27, the agency said...
  • Lytle Named Head of Port of Long Beach
    The Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners Monday voted unanimously to name J. Christopher Lytle as executive director. Lytle,...
  • NITL to Press for More Shipper Rail Access
    The National Industrial Transportation League will keep pressing for changes to railroad switching rules it calls anti-competitive, despite the Surface...
  • CRST Readies Refrigerated Team Service
    Truckload carrier CRST is fielding teams of company drivers to haul long-haul temperature controlled freight from Southern California to the...
  • US Retail, Wal-Mart Sales Rise as Holidays Near
    Retail sales rose 0.5 percent in October after a 1.1 percent gain in September, the Commerce Department said in a...
  • Diesel Prices Rise to Six-Month High
    Diesel prices across the United States increased 1 cent in the week ending Nov. 14, rising to the highest point...
  • Truckload Rates to Rise 10 Percent in 2012, FTR Says
    Shippers are likely to face steep increases in truckload rates in the next two years, followed by a recession in...
  • Japanese Shipping Industry Clamors for Tax Revision
    Japanese shipping firms are ratcheting up pressure on the government to revise the nation's tonnage tax system, claiming the limited...
  • Qatar Airways Orders Two 777-200 Freighters
    Qatar Airways ordered two 777-200 freighters from Boeing on Tuesday, as the Doha-based carrier aims to expand its long-range service...
  • India's SCI Swings to $28 Million Loss
    State-owned Shipping Corporation of India swung to a $28.12 million loss in the fiscal second quarter ending Sept. 30, from...
  • APL Volume Rises 5 Percent, Revenue Falls
    APL's container volume grew 5 percent in October from September, while average revenue per container fell for the second straight...
  • Alphaliner Says Merger of Japanese Carriers Makes Sense
    Merging the container lines of Japan's top three shipping companies would be a sound strategic and economic move, according to...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
NOVEMBER 15, 2011
  • HPH Trust fails to meet quarterly financial forecasts
    Hutchison Port Holdings Trust (HPH Trust) has missed its profit and revenue targets for the quarter ending September 30, 2011. The company highlighted ...
  • Asia/WCSA rationalisation plan put in place
    Further signs of the weakening global container market, including in developing world trades, can be seen from the latest plan auctioned by carriers engaged on ...
  • Gulftainer's Recife to use Jade solution
    Sharjah-based Gulftainer, an operator of international cargo terminals and provider of logistics services, has expanded its relationship with New Zealand-headquartered ...
  • CMA CGM and Hapag-Lloyd respond to MSC transhipment
    CMA CGM and Hapag-Lloyd have responded to MSC's recent decision to tranship Northern Europe's traffic to/from Australia via the Mediterranean by increasing the ...
  • ICG toughs it out
    Dublin-headquartered ferries, short sea and terminal company, Irish Continental Group (ICG) posted satisfactory interim results for the period to September 30 in ...
  • India still suffering from the inflation bug
    Indian inflation crept up slightly in October to stand at 9.73% - driven by fuel inflation at 14.8% and food increases of 11%. The data surprised analysts who had ...
  • APL's average rate tanks
    Neptune Orient Line's container arm, APL, witnessed a further plunge in its average rate during Period 10 [September 24 - October 21] with a decline in its FEU ...
  • Hats off to the Kiwi salvors

TradeWindsweb site
NOVEMBER 15, 2011
  • BS sinks magic pipe report
    Bernhard Schulte torpedoes allegations linked to detention of Algoma bulker by US Coast Guard.
  • BBC bets on Caribbean
    German heavylift giant's US service affiliate targets Trinidad and Venezuela with new run as oil & gas game heats up.
  • Iberia initiates tanker titans
    Fledgling firm storms research arena with inaugural analyst notes on Frontline, Nordic American and OSG.
  • BLT in the black
    Berlian Laju Tanker poised to cash in on new domestic tenders following third-quarter win.
  • Conrad soars in the third
    Cancellations fail to derail US yard syndicate as beefed up backlog helps revenue climb 84%.
  • Post-crunch lay-ups required
    One tenth of containership capacity needs to be pulled to drag rates back to money making levels, says Macquarie.
  • Norway orders under threat
    Newbuilding deals reduced over fears state-owned Exportfinans won't be able to provide fresh funds.
  • Still time for snaps
    View the first batch of entrants to TradeWinds' Maritime Photographer of the Year competition - and then send your own pics in.
  • NewLead lands hat-trick
    Nasdaq-listed owner chalks up a third arbitration success over Nobu Su-led company.
  • Gati mulls shipping sale
    Indian shipowner wants to cut loose from its underperforming shipping operation.
  • Tankers fetch top price
    South Korea's First Shipping said to have received a tasty cheque following the disposal of two of its ships.
  • Boustead earnings crash
    Malaysian shipbuilder manages to stay out of the red with help from the taxman.
  • Citi cool on Transpacific hike
    Investors should not buy on hope rate push will buoy liner stocks in the short term.
  • GE sells another tanker
    Second products carrier in a month heads out of the door at Indian owner.
  • Carsten content to wait
    Norden chief Carsten Mortensen says company is in no rush to pile in for new tonnage as prices fall.

American Shipper - Ocean newsweb site
NOVEMBER 15, 2011
  • MSC extends onto full Oceania loop
  • OceanSaver interim CEO
  • 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.
  • Lines suspend Asia-Americas round-world loop
  • CKYH pull East Coast via Suez loop
  • Five lines rationalize Asia/Mexico-WCSA capacity
    Waiting for confirmation from Hamburg Sud that these are the services are involved
  • TSA seeks interim $400 per FEU min.
  • Project forwarder course in Shanghai

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
NOVEMBER 15, 2011
  • Prices fall across the Middle East
    Avails tight in Durban.
  • IFO prices soften in most European ports
    Prompt product remaining tight in Rotterdam.
  • Environmental compliance costs could affect credit ratings
    Cost of low sulphur fuels and approved ballast water treatment 'could have negative implications for our ratings of shipping companies', says S&P.
  • New management structure for Ocean Intelligence
    In support of global growth opportunities.
  • Shippers object to footing $20 billion GHG bill
    'Top priority' to avoid 'ineffective approach' to tackling maritime GHG emissions, says Global Shippers' Forum.
  • Asian bunker prices generally falling
    Generally slack demand at key Asian ports on Tuesday.
  • Ferry operator expects lower earnings on high bunker bill
    Bunkers to cost Irish Continental Group an estimated $71 million in 2011.
  • Rising bunker costs dampen impact of rising VLCC spot rates
    Recovery in VLCC spot rates will have little impact on owners' bottom line due to the 'violent' increase in bunker costs.
  • Chevron starts up hydrogen unit
    The refinery in Mississippi, which primarily produces diesel fuel, jet fuel, also produces bunker fuel.
  • Dahlman Rose initiates coverage on Kirby Corp
    Believes that the US tank barge operator will continue to post record profits.
  • High oil prices eat into Andatee Q3 profits
    The Nasdaq-listed supplier raises its full year profit forecast amid 'stable' global oil prices.

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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
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Arrival ports by:
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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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