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March 21, 2011
The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Rebuilding won't up freight rates
    Japan's reconstruction efforts will do little to boost global freight rates that are near two-year lows as fleet expansion overshadows any demand surge from the world's third-largest economy.
  • Suppliers plan to ship more LNG for power
    Japan's neighbours have pledged to ramp up liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports to the quake-stricken nation, helping it to replace power supply crippled by the disaster.

Sched Netweb site
  • Drewry proposes longer term, index-linked service contracts
  • Tianjin port launches 300,000-tonne navigation channel project this year
  • Chongqing to invest CNY3 billion on shipping facilities this year
  • Maersk US-Far East reefer US$150/FEU hike, levies $200 more on Oz FEUs
  • US rail box volume up in February despite bad weather, regulations
  • NYK to ship aid to Sendai quake victims via vessel platform
  • US State Department to 'seriously reassess' piracy policy
  • FedEx Ground builds distribution centre in 20 miles of Atlanta
  • Lufthansa Cargo 2010 net profit beats record at US$434 million
  • Lufthansa to order five new Boeing 777 freighters
  • Singapore launches aviation centennial celebrations
  • Frankfurt's Fraport air cargo up a record 21.5pc in 2010

Exim Indiaweb site
  • Greatship takes delivery of ROVSV
  • Japan crisis to hit demand for tankers: Braemar
  • Our government & our shipping
  • The Rotterdam Rules-What next?
  • Some Japanese ports expected to be out of action for months
  • Arshiya's Panvel FTWZ living up to its billing as logistics game changer
  • Balmer Lawrie introduces container tracking at Dronagiri CFS
  • Railways' freight revenue climbs by 16.41 pc in Feb.
  • Advance tax kitty sees highest Q4 growth since 2008 crisis
  • Govt confident of scrutinising food imports from Japan
  • Govt favours LNG import, 36 pc extra oil purchase from Nigeria
  • Govt should opt for diesel price decontrol, says Basu
  • Onion MEP reduced to $ 275 per tonne
  • Philippines may ratify Indo-Asean FTA by month-end
  • SEZ exports rise by 46.7 pc to 2.23 lakh cr. in April-Dec.
  • Sharma urges expediting investment pact with Nigeria
  • FAI's training programme on fertiliser shipping, trade & port handling from March 28
  • Ficci's interactive meet with Italian infra delegation tomorrow

International Transport Journalweb site
MARCH 18, 2011
  • Maunu von Lueders named Iata Asia-Pacific VP
    The International Air Transport Association (Iata) has appointed Maunu von Lueders as its new regional vice-president for the Asia-Pacific region. Von Lueders, a Finnish national w...
  • Azerbaijan Airlines boosts Istanbul and Moscow services
    With effect from today (18 March), Azerbaijan Airlines is introducing a third daily service between the country's capital Baku and Istanbul. At the same time, the service to Moscow...
  • Alta welcomes four new members
    Alta, the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association, has kicked off the new year by welcoming four new members, including TAP Portugal (associate member), Ascend (affi...
  • Korean Air Cargo: fuel surcharge increase effective today
    From today (18 March), Korean Air is increasing its fuel surcharge for Swiss customers from CHF 0.87 to CHF 1.00/kg to all destinations except Oceania and USA, and to Oceania and U...
  • RCA Intermodal absorbing Intercontainer Austria
    The intermodal service provider Intercontainer Austria (ICA) is giving up its independence and will be integrated into Rail Cargo Austria Intermodal in the foreseeable future,...
  • Nippon Yusen Kaisha introducing new container line
    The Japanese shipping company Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) has launched a new weekly sailing known as the Adriatic Service. The rotation is Taranto'Koper'Venice'Rijeka'...
  • TETS and CSCL shorten China-Moscow transit time to 20 days
    The transport service provider TETS is launching a test phase for a regular blocktrain service between China and Moscow on 30 March. The transit time on the Lianyungang to Moscow r...
  • DSV has new network for part load traffic
    The German overland transport division of the global logistics services provider DSV has swiftly established a new network for hauling truck loads of goods. The new part load netwo...
  • 24plus adds Speedtime FixDay to Speedtime product family
    The general cargo alliance 24plus logistics network is rolling out a new product called Speedtime FixDay on 1 April. The service enables the network to deliver cargo shipments on a...
  • Saudi seaports witness 10% increase in cargo volumes up to Q3/2010
    Multi-billion dollar investments in port operations across Middle East countries are surging forward again in the post-recessionary environment. One of the countries that has benef...
  • Rotterdam catching up in Russia
    In 2010, the port of Rotterdam handled over 40% more containers in the direct trade with Russia, as compared to 2009. According to projections, the number of twenty foot units (teu...
  • Copper cable theft: disastrous for SNCF and RFF
    The French railway SNCF has registered a dramatic increase in the number of copper cable thefts in its rail network, following the steady rise in raw material prices (par...
  • Kuwaiti carrier Wataniya Airways ceasing operations immediately
    The Kuwait-based carrier Watanyia Airways stated on its website that it ceased all its operations, with effect from 16 March. The airline has now begun a process to determine its f...
  • Greiwing planning new logistics centre in southern Germany
    The German logistics company Greiwing logistics for you GmbH, headquartered in Greven, is continuing to expand its presence in its home country by building a new logistics centre i...
  • Ceva signs new contract with Husqvarna Motorcycles in Italy
    The logistics operator and supply chain management specialist Ceva Logistics has signed a two-year contract with Husqvarna Motorcycles, part of the BMW Group. Under the terms of th...
  • Trans Europe Network: new partner in Portugal
    The Luxembourg-based independent European forwarding entity Trans Europe Network (TEN) is now working with Transportes Henrique & Catarina Lda - T.H.C, a new par...

Marine Logweb site
MARCH 18, 2011
  • Lockheed Martin team gets $387 million LCS contract
  • ATP Oil & Gas Corporation gets deepwater drilling permit
  • Insolvency administrator takes the helm at Beluga
  • Biocide-free Intersleek foul release pays off for NCL
  • Maracc gets $280 million financing for Island Innovator

World Wide Shipperweb site
MARCH 18, 2011
  • Port of Everett opens new Waterfront Center
  • Rail freight traffic count climbs again during week
  • MOL plans to upgrade service linking Europe/West Africa
  • Port of Tacoma reports jump in February container volumes
  • US Navy taps Lockheed Martin for construction of seventh LCS

Lloyd's Listweb site
MARCH 18, 2011
  • Uncertainty over Japanese demand hits capesizes
    Owners and charterers stay out of market after suspensions at steel mills and power stations
  • Korea Gas diverts LNG to Japan after nuclear shutdown
    Korea Gas, the largest buyer of liquefied natural gas, will divert up to 500,000 tonnes - or three shiploads - of LNG on a swap basis to Japan, according to Norwegian shipbroker and consultants Lorentzen & Stemoco
  • Panamaxes help keep Baltic Index steady
    The Baltic Dry Index fell by just two points to 1,531 on Friday
  • Baltic Exchange close to approval for central screen
    Further participation by brokers is sought as trading facility awaits green light from FSA
  • Stolberg blames Oaktree for Beluga
    Niels Stolberg hits back at major shareholder Oaktree
  • Asia-Europe rates slump near $1,000
    Brokers predict rates may slip below $1,000 mark on the Shanghai container freight index
  • Questions raised over fate of 8,000 teu ships
    Use of larger boxships on Asia-Europe trade may put 8,000 teu vessels out of work
  • Stranded DryShips bulker 'breaking up'
    Oil leaking from two-year-old panamax Oliva, stranded on shores of Nightingale Island
  • ABS calls for solutions to short term challenges
    Shipping in danger of being side-tracked by search for long-term solutions to green issues
  • Time for fleet of foot to cash in
    For those with deep enough pockets, times such as these can provide opportunities for expansion
  • Galveston turnaround
    The entry of Hutchison into the US port market would be little short of extraordinary
  • Hapag-Lloyd warns over rising costs
    Costs will rise faster than revenues in 2011 due to oil price spike and increase in transport expenses
  • Hellenic Carriers says growth required for US listing
    Aims to grow fleet before making move to US market
  • Nigeria pulls out of race for IMO top job
    Monica Mbanefo's withdrawal leaves six confirmed candidates fighting for role
  • Flags of convenience opt for single hull get out clause
    Lloyd's List Intelligence data shows tankers still in use despite 2010 phase-out date
  • OOCL poised to order up to 10 13,000 teu boxships at Samsung Heavy
    Firm order for six ships with options on four more expected to be placed shortly
  • EU seeks to bridge port infrastructure financing gap
    Brussels has begun consultation on a bond initiative scheme aimed at boosting the funding of port projects with private investment
  • Europe 2020 Project Bond Initiative
    What its all about
  • Japan and Libya woes dampen HPH Trust debut
    Units decline 5.9% to $0.95 from $1.01 in first day of trading in Singapore
  • Galveston eases way for investors
    New bill proposed to allow private investors to set rates and tariffs at the US port
  • US offshore supply operators edging on to the global stage
    US government's offshore drilling moratorium has propelled rig owners on to the international market
  • Strong foreign markets boost prospects for services sector
    Offshore drilling has entered a boom phase
  • Politicians full of surprises for Gulf of Mexico drillers
    Opposition to president Barack Obama's offshore drilling moratorium is growing at the highest levels
  • China cannot keep coming to the rescue
    A smorgasbord of issues for Connecticut Maritime Association 2011 to chew on ,
  • Europe's refiners look to plug Libyan oil shortfall
    Countries reliant on Libya exports are now searching for other sources of fuel but are discovering there is no simple solution
  • Santos box hub secures $679m loan
    Planned new terminal will help address capacity constraints at Brazil's main port
  • Weak freight market drags Scorpio to $3m loss
    Product tanker specialist ends first calendar year as a listed company in the red
  • Refinancing fees pushes Danaos into the red
    Boxship owner falls to $102.3m loss in 2010 but eyes growth this year

Fairplayweb site
MARCH 18, 2011
  • DryShips bulker splits in two
    THE DRYSHIPS-owned Panamax Oliva has broken up off a remote island in the South Atlantic, leaking fuel into surrounding waters
  • South Korea LNG to be diverted to Japan
    SOUTH Korea has announced that KOGAS will supply about 400,000-500,000 tonnes of LNG to Japan, IHS World Markets Energy reported today
  • Weak rates weigh Scorpio
    PRODUCT tanker specialist Scorpio Tankers has swung to losses in its latest quarter as freight rates fell sharply
  • Danaos cuts losses, sees better 2011
    FINANCING fees swung Danaos to losses in its latest quarter, but the box ship lessor sees stronger market conditions this year
  • Owners sought after scrapping death
    POLICE in Bangladash told Fairplay today that they are seeking the owners of a shipbreaking yard for questioning after a worker died following an accident at the yard
  • Maersk ship released
    MAERSK Line's general cargo ship Maersk Constellation has reportedly been released after more than two weeks' detention in Angola
  • Vale ensures Japan cargoes
    BRAZILIAN mining giant Vale is working to ensure that none of its iron ore shipments to Japan are cancelled because of its quake crisis
  • Oil addressing Tokyo's energy shortfalls
    MAJOR oil groups are prepared to export more LNG and clean products to Japan to make up for energy production lost to its quake crisis
  • ASF urges piracy crackdown
    ASIAN shipowners today voiced anger about the escalation in violence against seafarers by pirates
  • PST secures newbuilding loans
    SINGAPORE'S Pacific Shipping Trust has secured $132M in loans for five Supramax bulkers being built at China's Tianjin Xingang Shipbuilding Industry
  • Count the quake's cost in vehicle sector
    EACH DAY, about 37,000 new light vehicles could be lost as long as Japan's car plants remain out of action, IHS Global Insight reported today
  • HPH Trust drops on debut
    HPH TRUST traded below its IPO price after its Singapore Exchange debut today
  • PetroChina profits rise 81%
    RISING oil prices and strong economic growth propelled PetroChina's profits up by 81% year-on-year in 4Q2010, the group said today
  • BBC secures Beluga tonnage
    PROJECT and breakbulk carrier BBC Chartering has secured two former Beluga ships, at much reduced daily hire rates for six-month periods

The Journal of Commerceweb site
MARCH 18, 2011
  • Trade Groups Urge Court Action on Export Fee
    Three industrial trade associations are asking the U.S. Supreme Court to consider a case brought by coal producers that a...
  • Kerry Files Infrastructure Bank Bill
    Sen. John Kerry, D-Mass., on Thursday filed legislation to create a national infrastructure bank to attract capital for major transportation,...
  • Sam Walton College Adds Supply Chain Department
    The University of Arkansas is raising the profile of logistics education by establishing a stand-alone supply chain management department. ...
  • Pirates Hijack Indonesian Cargo Ship
    Pirates hijacked an Indonesian-flag cargo ship with 20 men on board off the coast of Somalia on Thursday, and within...
  • Honda Extends Halt in Japan Production
    Honda Motor Co. said it will extend a halt in its Japanese production by three days, through Wednesday, and warned...
  • Senate Panel Moves Nominees for Rail, Maritime Agencies
    The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation approved President Obama's nominees for appointments to the Surface Transportation Board and...
  • High Fuel Costs Hurt Matson's First Quarter
    Alexander & Baldwin warned Friday that the recent surge in global fuel prices stemming from unrest in the Middle East...
  • Ocean Carriers Cancel More Japan Services
    OOCL eliminated stops at the Tokyo and Nagoya ports on Friday, and other ocean carriers added cargo restrictions and changed...
  • Hutchison Ports IPO Raises $5.4 Billion
    The newly listed shares of Hutchison Port Holdings Trust began trading at 2:00 p.m. Friday on the main board of...
  • Weights and Measures in Freight Claims
    Q: We have the book "Freight Claims in Plain English" (Huntington, N.Y.: Transportation & Logistics Council, 4th ed., 2009; by...
  • South America's ABCs
    At one time or another in their modern history, Argentina, Brazil and Chile - like Colombia - have played the...
  • Colombia Plays the China Card
    After more than four years of painful delays, prospects for reviving the long-languishing U.S.-Colombia free trade agreement may be getting...
  • Japan
    It's a cruel truth that private and government disaster relief organizations have gotten far more experience at their work in...
  • Coast Guard Advises Steering Clear of Fukushima
    Ships in transit off the coast of Japan should stay a minimum of 50 miles away from the Fukushima power...
  • Moody's Says Oil Prices Could Hurt Economy
    Persistent oil prices around $100 a barrel will weaken the global economic recovery and hit hardest the auto, airline, gaming...
  • APL's Velez Talks on Growth of South America Trade (Video)
    Carlos Velez, APL's Vice President, managing director for Latin American Region, discusses growth of South American trades.
  • Some Japanese Ports Reopen
    Some Japanese ports and airports affected by the devastating earthquake and tsunami that hit the northeastern part of the country...
  • Customs Says No Aircraft Entering US Show Harmful Radiation
    The U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency, responding to growing alarm over the potential for radiation from Japan's damaged nuclear...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
MARCH 18, 2011
  • Japan quake crisis a week on
  • ZIM, H-L and MOL raise Europe/West Africa profile
  • Pirated Samudera ship used in fresh attack
  • OOCL 'in advanced stage' for 13,000TEU ships plan
  • DFDS gains from acquisition of Norfolk Line

TradeWindsweb site
MARCH 18, 2011
  • Nautilus scraps tanker
    Buyer pays top dollar for Greek tanker as Bangladeshi demolition dream lifts rates in India.
  • A&B warns Wall Street
    Matson Navigation's US-listed parent predicts first-quarter loss as fuel prices surge in response to unrest in the Middle East.
  • MOL handy survives quake
    Mitsui OSK Lines crew returns to chartered bulker in the wake of grounding tied to Japan disaster.
  • Hutchison falls on debut
    Billionaire Li Ka-Shing's ports empire sees unit value drop 7% on first trading day in Singapore.
  • Top breaches all loans
    Evangelos Pistiolis-led owner confident lenders will not call on debts early as it reports full-year profit.
  • Paragon bets on boxships
    Michael Bodouroglou-led owner swaps bulker newbuildings for containerships while confirming acquisition of CMA CGM Kingfish.
  • Danaos nears loan pact
    New York-listed boxship owner says Sinosure will sign off a loan for three newbuildings in the next few days.
  • RAL ups profit
    Arctic container line pushes up 2010 earnings despite dip in cargo volumes.
  • Danaos shy of Street bets
    John Coustas-led containership owner has rising finance costs to blame as fourth quarter profit falls short of forecasts.
  • Japan the game-changer
    Hellenic Carrier's Fotini Karamanlis says post-quake reconstruction could absorb bulker newbuilding deliveries as demand rises.
  • New5 in Numb3rs
    Japanese shipyard workers dramatically dodge the tsunami wave while Nordea sells off KLC cape to Peter Livanos.
  • Oliva breaks in two
    Fuel leaking as Dryships bulker breaks its back after grounding in South Atlantic World Heritage Site.

American Shipperweb site
MARCH 18, 2011
  • Senate approves STB, FMC nominations
    Cordero The U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation on Thursday approved the appointment of Ann D. Begeman, to the Surface Transportation Board and Mario Cordero as a Federal Maritime Commissioner. It also approved the reappo...
  • Calls to modify train control requirement
    Rail executives and some Congressmen Thursday called for modifying federal requirements that railroads install positive train control (PTC) systems to slow or stop trains before potential accidents caused by human error can occur. The requests cam...
  • U.S. market poses challenge for Mexican truckers
    Speakers at a U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce conference on border issues said they were encouraged by the Obama administration's recent attempt to reopen the U.S. market to Mexican trucks, but a trucking industry official said only a limited numb...
  • 4 to be inducted into Maritime Hall of Fame
    Bozzo Four executives with a variety of backgrounds will be inducted into the 18th International Maritime Hall of Fame in on May 11. The four honorees are: - Claudio Bozzo, president of Mediterranean Shipping Co. (USA). - Charles "Wick" Moorman IV,...
  • Sea Star beefs up 53-foot container fleet
    Sea Star Line has placed an order for 100 53-foot containers to serve customers at its Jacksonville, Fla., and Philadelphia ports. The containers will be available for use in the third quarter, "just in time to accommodate the pre-holiday shipping ...
  • MarAd: Steer clear of stricken Japan nuclear plant
    The U.S. Maritime Administration said Thursday that ships should keep 50 miles offshore from the crippled nuclear power station in Fukushima. Theadvisory was posted on the Web siteof Maritime Consultant and attorney Dennis L. Bryant. "Mariners are ...
  • Hapag-Lloyd, Zim amend Europe/West Africa loop
    The Israel-based liner carrier Zim said Thursday the rotation of a service it jointly operates with Hapag-Lloyd will be amended as of April 5. The line's NAF service, which Hapag-Lloyd calls WAX, will have a revised rotation of Antwerp, Hamburg, Th...
  • Evergreen adds Japan/South China service
    Evergreen Line said this week it has started a weekly intra-Asia service linking Japan and South China, doubling the carrier's frequency of calls between the two regions. The new JTS service has a rotation of Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, Osaka, Keelung...
  • Maersk ship released in Angola
    Maersk Line Ltd. said a U.S.-flag ship detained by Angola in a dispute over an arms cargo has been released at the port of Lobito. A Maersk Line Ltd. spokesperson confirmed the multipurpose shipConstellationwas released Thursday after about two we...
  • Mexican truckers may have limited interest

The Scandinavian Shipping Gazetteweb site
MARCH 18, 2011
  • New Danish coin issued ' with a maritime motif
    The Danish National Bank has issued a new coin with a maritime motif, a prototype of world's largest container carrier Emma M'rsk which was delivered from Odense Steel Shipyard in
  • J. Lauritzen logs USD 130 million profit
    J. Lauritzen A/S reports a strong 2010 with a USD 130.7 million profit, compared to USD 74.6 million in 2009. "In a year characterized by global macro

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
MARCH 18, 2011
  • Week ends with mixed prices
    Crude futures settle after Libya said it would stop military operations and start talks with the opposition.
  • Bunker spill in South Atlantic
    'Grave environmental concerns' after bulker breaks its back.
  • Fujairah bunker prices gain double-digits
    Buying interest 'limited' in Suez.
  • Bunker prices rise in key ports
    Several suppliers were reported to be fully booked in Rotterdam.
  • Hapag-Lloyd aims to hedge 80% of its bunker needs
    Group expects profit margins to fall this year.
  • SPC buys more bunker grade material from Kuwait
    Traders say supplier facing water content issues with Venezuelan cargoes.
  • Shipping needs 'alternative fuels' says contender for IMO's top job
    'Fossil fuels are finite' warns Koji Sekimizu. Calls for 'common concept of sustainability.'
  • Double-digit rise in Asian bunker prices
    Slack demand in key Asian bunker ports.
  • Nuclear disruption sees 'significant impact' on Japan's demand for fuel oil
    Fuel oil and crude oil demand for power generation to double, increasing imports and squeezing supplies to the bunker industry.
  • Singapore bunker trading firm moves office
    No changes in company's contact details.
  • South Korean ports to see rise in bunker demand
    As shipowners, which normally refuel in Japan, head west, traders say.
  • Sinopec Zhoushan leases oil storage facility at Yantai port
    Signs five-year lease with Yantai-Titan Petrochemical Port Development Company for 60,000 cm'.
  • Singapore fuel oil stocks fall for third week
    Stocks to rebound in the second half of March when more western arbitrage parcels arrive.
  • DNVPS highlights bunker concerns
    Suggests a delay in the implementation date of Phase II of the CARB rule to January 2014.

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