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BRIEFS

April 28, 2011

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*Shipping News* Mideast-Asia supertanker rents fall to 33-month low Rental income from supertankers shipping Middle East oil to Asia, the industry's busiest trade route, fell to the lowest level in 33 months as a glut of vessels intensifies competition for cargo. Libya rebel oil cargo to arrive in S'pore today The first oil tanker from rebel-held east Libya is expected to arrive in Singapore today, transporting 80,000 tonnes of crude oil, the port authority said. Rotterdam port's Q1 cargo volumes almost unchanged Rotterdam port, Europe's biggest, said on Tuesday its cargo volumes in the first quarter of 2011 were almost unchanged from a year ago, as cold weather in the Baltic and high costs curbed shipments from Russia. US shippers may raise fuel surcharges as costs climb

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CMA CGM profits up 15pc, but debt swells to US$6.8 billion CMA CGM receives first of two 11,300-TEUers for Far East-Europe loop Pirates caught red handed, but released when none would prosecute Iranian Navy drives off pirates from super tanker in Gulf of Suez Rotterdam first quarter container volume increases 12pc BoxTradeIntelligence sees Asia-Europe already falling this year Shenzhen to spend CNY130 billion on road building over five years CSCL receives second of eight 14,074 TEUers for Far-East Europe loop Emirates enters the intra-Asia market with NIS service Kuehne + Nagel to manage Metso's 2nd China DC in Shanghai 'K' Line takes full control of German heavy-lift SAL Marshall Islands registry opens new office in Taiwan New Zealand drops technical charges against Cathay and SIA Cargo United Continental Holdings suffers quarterly US$213 million loss US charges two ex-Air France vice presidents with cargo price fixing HK Post, US Postal Service offers express shipment to eBay sellers in HK Dubai airport cargo falls 3.7pc in March, passengers up 5.8pc cent

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INTTRA forms body to promote greater efficiency in electronic invoice presentation & payment Lift & Shift brings its enormous expertise to handling L&T's largest single export order MOL revamps NKX service Apparel exports show marginal rise in 2010-11 Clarify sugar export clause to neighbouring countries, ISMA tells govt Despite snags, marine exports touch $ 2.67 bn INS Godavari attracts hordes at Mundra Port Quake, tsunami cover could be mandatory for ports Emirates SkyCargo wins three leading industry awards Rail connectivity to Dhamra port to be under Rlys' R3i policy Food Minister launches Negotiable Warehouse Receipt System Industry wants random inspection of imported natural rubber to go Japan to ratify Cepa by June-end: Saiki Sen panel to submit report on grains storage in May

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APRIL 27, 2011
InterRail-TSES: favourable start to 2011 InterRail TSES Ltd, a company that provides rail transport services to the East and the Far East, reported that its March 2011 sales and profits returned to the pre-crisis level of... Brazil: second most important international location for German manufacturers Brazil: second most important international location for German manufacturers The German automotive industry is enhancing its presence in Brazil. Its sales of light trucks (pick-up... F.S. Mackenzie connects Western Europe to Iraq with new trailer service After lengthy trials, the independent freight forwarder F.S. Mackenzie, headquartered in Basildon near London (UK), has launched guaranteed twice-weekly express road trailer servic... Austria: fewer trucks transported on Brenner ro-mo Austria's rolling motorways transported 84,334 trucks in Q1/2011. This is on a par with the same period in 2010. However, on the Brenner corridor, the number of trucks that used th... Eurotunnel Group with strong growth of 24% in Q1 The Eurotunnel Group reported that its total revenues for the first quarter of 2011 have increased to EUR 179.2 million, not including insurance indemnities. This equates to a... Otif: Armenia's membership important for linking Caucasus region to Europe' The intergovernmental Organisation for International Carriage by Rail (Otif) has agreed to the accession of Armenia as its 47th member with effect from 1 July this year. Otif said ... NZCC withdraws claims against Air New Zealand cargo employees Air New Zealand has welcomed the decision by the New Zealand Commerce Commission (NZCC) to discontinue proceedings against individual employees of its cargo business five years int... Delays at Delhi Air cargo complex disrupting exports Exporters in India's Delhi region are encountering grave problems in clearing their air shipments at Delhi airport, due to on going construction work/renovation work by CELEBI/ DIA... New 5,000 sqm cargo facility starts moving at Edmonton airport Construction of a new world-class, multi-tenant cargo facility has started at Canada's Edmonton International Airport (EIA). More than half its space is already leased. E... SeaFrance: employees agree to new rescue plan 94% of the workforce of SeaFrance have spoken in favour of a plan tabled by the management for the redevelopment of the economically hard-hit ferry company. The scheme encompasses ... Evergreen, Wan Hai and Interasia Lines to Launch Taiwan-Madras trunk service Evergreen Line, Wan Hai Line and Interasia Lines are to launch a weekly Taiwan-Madras Trunk Service (TMT Service), commencing on 29 April from the port of Taichung. The 28-day trad... Charleston container volume up 12% Container shipping volume through the US port of Charleston increased by nearly 12% in the first three quarters of the fiscal year, and the South Carolina's breakbulk tonnage incre... Dachser expanding in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern The German forwarding and logistics company Dachser is continuing to expand. The numbers of shipments and employees at the firm's branch office in Stavenhagen in the German state o... Hayter selects Norbert Dentressangle in UK Hayter, one of the leading lawnmower manufacturers, has appointed French transport and logistics service provider Norbert Dentressangle to distribute its wide range of mechanical l... Kuehne + Nagel opens new office in Chicago Switzerland-based logistics service provider Kuehne + Nagel has relocated its Chicago IL (USA) branch office to a new state-of-the-art logistics centre. The move stemmed from Kuehn... NOL Group announces succession plan for group CEO NOL Group (Japan) recently announced its executive succession plan to appoint Ng Yat Chung the next group president and chief executive officer. Ng will take over from Ron Widdows,... Port of Antwerp: no elevated levels of radioactivity In its latest press release, the port of Antwerp (Belgium) reported that the Federal Agency for Nuclear Control (FANC), in consultation with the port authorities, had screened...

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APRIL 27, 2011
Jumbo Offshore to carry out subsea installation project ClassNK type approves corrosion-resistant steel for cargo oil tanks Navy League stresses need for strong merchant marine Statoil awards Light Well Intervention contract to Island Offshore Turkish PM unveils plan to bypass Bosphorous with Canal Istanbul

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APRIL 27, 2011
Log business returning to Port of Everett terminals Port of Seattle honors top firefighter for 2010 Ride on Crowley tug up for bids on eBay Upgrades to Marine Drive approved by Blaine City Council Mitsui announces improvements to Singapore/Nhava Sheva/Karachi run

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APRIL 27, 2011
VLCC earnings plummet as producers cut May cargoes Prices on Middle East to Asia routes hit fresh lows as vessels serving Asian refineries search for work on the spot markets Mixed sentiments hit box charters Varying views about container prospects are taking their toll on the charter market Danish chemtanker owners to merge Uni-Tankers and Erria plan to create jointly owned company Port whose heart beats with a youthful brio It is literally a young world in Shanghai's shipping circles Masters take cover in a hostile world The scandalous criminalising of ships' officers has now become entrenched, so the launch of a new insurance policy is encouraging Russia's Northern sea route dealings need to be made clear An opaque governmental body will always attract criticism and suspicion Rising costs point the way to shipmanagement consolidation Shipmanagers' growing financial pressures and the need to expand into Asia may indicate that a new round of merger and acquisition activity is about to start Safety first The whole world wants action on global warming. Both the energy and the maritime sectors can play their part, but not at the risk of compromising on safety Korea should let the light in Samho Shipping remains tightlipped about the causes or magnitude of its problem Dutch security group to join private navies off Somalia Sch'tz & Swart flags private naval vessel in UK to avoid Dutch laws on arming vessels China records strong economic growth but inflation worries remain Official figures from China's National Bureau of Statistics put China's growth in the first three months of this year at 9.7% US at debt crossroads as shipping looks on nervously Mixed financial indicators have sparked fears that recovery of the world's largest economy may stall ' leading to a downturn in global trade Wall Street bearish about shipping Companies planning a share offering will be pinning their hopes on a dramatic and lasting market recovery Yildirim takes majority stake in Sealease Belgian small ship leasing company owns around 42 ships in the shortsea passenger, tourist charter and specialised utility boat markets Carnival sues Deepwater Horizon defendants for economic losses Bundled law suit goes after multitude of possible respondents Abidjan returns to normal operation Cargo loading resumes following resolution of a bitter dispute over the outcome of the November 2010 election CAI revenues surge on higher utilisation Customers extend leases instead of buying new V.Ships looks for Asia acquisition Shipmanager on hunt for partner in an emerging market with strong growth prospects MOL modifies China-India service Direct link from Shanghai to Nhava Sheva Samho Shipping files for court protection Tanker owner pushed into bankruptcy due to low freight rates, high bunker prices and the costs of piracy attacks UK maritime sector worth $44bn Maritime industries remain vital part of economy Navigators might do well to put their careers on ice International businesses will be looking to get closer to Russia, like the oil majors already have. They will need to be part of this last great adventure Major casualties hit 'disturbing level' The average size of dry bulkers and tankers suffering total losses is continuing to rise Japan shows value of insuring against other people's woes Interruptions to business need not involve damage to property to trigger a policy pay-out Concern over financial disparity between weak and strong P&I clubs Ratings agency AM Best believes the next 24 months are set to be a testing period Vopak profits stable in first quarter Healthy demand for tank storage offsets unertainty over biofuels Scorpio confirms Korea Line tanker purchases Blue Coral and Blue Diamond arrested in Singapore in March on behalf of Nordea Bank

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APRIL 27, 2011
Drybulk outlook slashed JEFFERIES analyst Doug Mavrinac today heavily cut his Capesize rate outlooks for 2011-12 and warned that the drybulk sector is going "from bad to worse" Turkish PM proposes bypass to Bosporus TURKEY'S prime minister revealed plans today to build a canal from the Marmara Sea to the Black Sea in an effort to alleviate shipping traffic on the congested Bosporus More Golar shares shift SHARES in Golar LNG traded at 165 kroner ($31.07) each and those in Golar LNG Energy at 26.50 kroner in Oslo late this afternoon, giving their freshly merged businesses a valuation of 191.50 kroner per share Shipping boosts UK economy THE UK maritime services sector contributes '26.5Bn ($46.8Bn) to the UK economy, a shipping study has reported BDI breaks losing streak THE BALTIC Dry Index ended a 19-day losing streak today, closing up 0.7% at 1,259 points as FFAs surged 6.9% on higher demand for coal in Asia Krk LNG alternative planned CROATIA'S government reportedly plans to build an LNG terminal on the Adriatic island of Krk, with aid from domestic companies Russia scraps flat tax for nickel exports NORILSK Nickel will probably pay about $190M more in taxes this year under a Kremlin move to end its flat-rate export duty, Alpha Bank estimated today Scorpio takes KL tankers NYSE-listed Scorpio Tankers today confirmed it is purchasing two product tankers previously owned by Korea Line (Singapore) Russian grain price dive warned THE KREMLIN would risk $3Bn in trade earnings this season if its grain export embargo is extended to the full year, the Russian Grain Union warned today Box optimism quashed CAPACITY increases and slowing demand are causing European box rates to fall to 2009 levels, according to sector analyst Ben Hackett Breakers rushing to buy BREAKERS are playing beat-the-rain in India and China, even as rivals in Bangladesh and Pakistan are slowing down CSDC's profits drop CHINESE tanker and bulker operator CSDC has said its 1Q2011 net profits dropped 16.7% year on year because of rocketing costs KPM's net income rises KEPPEL Philippines Marine has posted a 23% increase in 2010 net income, to 831M pesos ($19.32M), from 676M pesos in 2009 VLCC losses warned BROKERS today told Fairplay VLCC owners can expect losses this year Handysizes gain on grain BROKERS told Fairplay today that Handysizes are gaining at the expense of Supramaxes, with grain exports from Australia gravitating to smaller bulkers

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APRIL 27, 2011
US Asks Court to Cut Horizon Fine by Two-Thirds The Justice Department wants Horizon Lines' $45 million fine for price-fixing in the U.S. mainland-Puerto Rico trade to be slashed... Norfolk Southern 1Q Net Rises 26 Percent to $325 Million Norfolk Southern Railway's profit rose 26 percent in the first quarter from a year earlier to $325 million, outpacing a... Number of US Exporters Grew 46 Percent in 2010 The number of companies that export between 5,000 and 25,000 shipments a year increased nearly 46 percent between 2009 and... DOT Sends $100 Million to California for Trains The Department of Transportation is sending California a $100 million grant to buy locomotives and passenger cars for two rail... Coos Bay Port Names ARG to Run Rail Link The Oregon International Port of Coos Bay tapped short line operator ARG Trans to run the port's rail line that... Shanghai to Expand Yangshan Port Shanghai will expand the offshore Yangshan Deep Water Port as part of a plan to enhance the port services industry... MOL to Expand Intra-Asia Service MOL will upgrade its Singapore-Nhava Sheva-Karachi Service linking Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent, starting in May. The Japanese... Terror Suspect Sought Container Bomb Attack An al Qaeda operative and one-time New York City travel agent sought to use his expertise in shipping... Rising Profit, Sales Prime ODFL for Expansion Old Dominion Freight Line stayed on course for stronger profitability and greater market share in the first quarter, with a... Coast Guard Wants Chicago Canal Safety Zone The Coast Guard proposes establishing a permanent safety zone for the entire 77 miles of the Chicago and Sanitary Ship... C.H. Robinson Revenue Rises 14 Percent Truck rates and volume outpaced first-quarter cost increases at C.H. Robinson Worldwide, bolstering the non-asset transportation giant's revenue and profit. ... Rail Suppliers Seek Buy-America Changes Makers of a wide range of equipment and components used by both the freight and passenger rail industry want the... Durable Goods Orders Rise Third Straight Month Orders for manufactured durable goods rose in March for the third consecutive month, outpacing the 15th straight month of increases... Zim Announces Third India-Europe Rate Hike Zim Integrated Shipping Services announced a general rate increase on the westbound trades from India to Europe and the Mediterranean,... UASC Raises $140 Million to Expand Fleet, Network United Arab Shipping Company signed a $140 million loan facility with Gulf Bank, Kuwait, the latest financing to support the... Japanese Exports Tumble 19 Percent in Early April Japan's exports plunged 19.4 percent between April 1 and 10 from the same 10-day period last year to $18.22 billion,... Japanese Factories Restoring Capacity Japanese manufacturers say that 64 percent of their production bases in areas affected by the devastating March 11 earthquake and... US Indicts Former Air France Cargo Executives A federal grand jury in Chicago indicted two former Air France Cargo executives on charges of conspiring to fix international... UPS Sees Shippers Accepting Price Increases UPS officials say they have seen "minimal" resistance from shippers in raising prices for domestic package services so far in... Yusen Names Granger Head of Capacity Procurement Yusen Logistics (Americas) hired Doug Granger as director of capacity procurement and intermodal equipment management. Granger... Grand China Now Calling in Long Beach The Port of Long Beach Tuesday welcomed the newest trans-Pacific container line, Grand China Logistics, which is entering the increasingly... Landstar Profit Up 20 Percent in First Quarter Landstar System increased revenue 4.4 percent in the first quarter to $572 million, a slower rate of growth than in...

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APRIL 27, 2011
Filipino seafarers set free by pirates, but 79 compatriots still incarcerated Japan disaster forecast to fuel shipper e-commerce market Rotterdam powers on UASC secures further funding Seaspan accepts 59th boxship as newbuild deliveries surge

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APRIL 27, 2011
Etesco wing goes bust Drillship affiliate of Brazilian offshore contractor seeks bankruptcy protection in US as debts mount. Samho seeks court shield Rocky rates and ransom payments push cash strapped South Korean chemical tanker owner to the brink as it files for receivership. KLC sale fuels speculation Scorpio CEO confirms tanker scoop while brokers debate identity of buyer tied to sale of Korea Line's Blue Sapphire. Golar in for the kill Fredriksen-controlled company fast approaching complete takeover of spin-off. Globus eyes dry dominance George Karageorgiou dreams of doubling fleet through bulker acquisitions and well-timed assault on public markets. Malaysian ports stronger Cargo volumes rise by nearly 13% in first quarter as recovery continues at terminals. Odfjell eyes IPO Shipowner seeks cash bonanza when it lists its mobile offshore arm in Oslo. Canal Istanbul "by 2023" Turkish prime minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan promises 45km bypass "project of the century" to relieve congested Bosporus Strait. Bulker duo held Canada's March detention list features Samsun Logix and Victoria Ship Management capesizes. Ensco and Pride to vote Shareholders likely to approve deal to create world's number two offshore drilling company. Ro-pax gashed in crash Bluebridge's Santa Regina suffers 4-metre tear after hitting fishing boat at Wellington, New Zealand. US tackles box spill Firefighters called into action as flammable solvent leaks from container on Zodiac vessel at Tacoma. IHI expects profit leap Japanese shipbuilder predicts a massive upswing in 2010 profit despite falling revenue. Vopak stores more cash Dutch tank terminals group sees first quarter earnings jump despite slight dip in occupancy rates. Drillship breaks moorings Noble vessel working in New Zealand's Maui field when storm hit on Wednesday, but crew safe. Docker injured in fall Woman lifted in basket from hold of Ugland Marine bulker in port of Houston.

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APRIL 27, 2011
SMC3 conference in Idaho June 14-17 SMC 3conference in Idaho June 14-17 SMC 3P conference in Idaho June 14-17SMC 3will hold its Connections 2011 conference in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, on June 14-17. This year's conference includes a keynote presentation by news correspondent Forrest Sawy... C.H. Robinson reports 16% profit increase Minneapolis-based logistics company C.H. Robinson Worldwide said it had first quarter net profit of $97 million, a 15.5 percent increase over the comparable 2010 period. Revenue in the first quarter ending March 31 was $2.37 million, 14 percent hi... Review offers improvements to U.S. food aid The results of a two-year study released Tuesday offers ways that the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Agency for International Development can enhance the impact of food aid overseas. USAID's Office of Food for Peace and Tufts University Fried... Dairymen: Resolve U.S.-Mexico border dispute The International Dairy Foods Association said Tuesday it supports the proposed cross-border trucking agreement between the United States and Mexico developed by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Incomments filed with the Federal Motor Carrie... U.S., Korea seek to link trusted traveler programs Mutual recognition isn't only for cargo security. On Tuesday, U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Alan Bersin and Dong-hyeon Seok, commissioner of the Korea Immigration Service, signed an agreement in Washington to harmonize their trus... SMC3, FreightCenter.com enter partnership Freight transportation software developer SMC 3and transportation management system provider FreightCenter.com announced a partnership that introduces a more advanced and all-inclusive TMS system. This alliance marks the integration of the SMC 3Rat... Alphaliner: New deliveries pinch rates Record deliveries of new containerships in the next few months "is expected to add further downward pressure on freight rates and reverse the rise in charter rates," Alphaliner said. The shipping information servicein its latest newsletter excerpted ... CEVA expands JIT service from Mexico CEVA Logistics said it has added Saturday night service to its trucking service from Mexico to the United States and Canada to meet industrial demand for components on Monday mornings. Saturday Night Expedite is primarily aimed at serving automotiv... China economy to pass U.S. in '16, columnist says China's economic gravity could surpass that of the United States as soon as 2016, according to aWall Street Journalcolumnist's interpretation of numbers from recent forecasts from the International Monetary Fund. Columnist Brett Arends,wrote forMa... May 2011 Cover Story

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APRIL 27, 2011
New research into renewable energy production Transforming carbon dioxide into clean-energy future fuels. Crude climbs on gasoline stockpile dip Both finished gasoline inventories and blending components inventories decreased last week. Fujairah prices generally soft Suez market quite active with healthy demand. Off-spec bunkers debacle for Mumbai Suppliers, fearing damage to market's reputation, say refiner is refusing to accept responsibility for bad fuel batch. Turkey announces plans for world's biggest ship canal Prime minister says 'immense' project can't be compared to Panama or Suez canals. Bunker prices lack direction Avails tight for LS products in Hamburg. Downturn allowing fuel-saving technology to flourish South Korean yards yield to buyer pressure to produce new generation of fuel efficient carriers. Shipyard starts work on first of three bunker tankers Vessels have been ordered by the tanker arm of Petrobras. Shipping sector is sitting on 'a powder keg' Worries 'across the market that more collapses are imminent', says Ocean Intelligence's Adam Dupre. Bunker prices softening at major ports Avails of bunkers tight in Busan on Wednesday. Colombo set to launch new storage facility To increase Colombo storage facility by 5,000 mt. Vopak Q1 2011 profit slightly down year-on-year Profits 'adversely' affected by uncertainties in biofuels sector, says Royal Vopak executive board chairman. Box carriers 'flirting with red ink' this year Declining freight rates, capacity mismanagement and surging bunker prices may spell trouble for shipping firms. Piston ring technology ups marine engine fuel efficiency EU-supported HERCULES project aims to improve the efficiency and performance of large maritime engines. P&I club updates bunker loss prevention guide Guide 'tackles' bunker fuel issues 'at source', says head of loss prevention of NEPIA.

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PORTS

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

Paris

It will become operational in 2027

COMPETITION

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

Rome

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

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation

PORTS

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

Rome

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

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

PORTS

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

Taranto

Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

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

LOGISTICS

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

Hedehusene

Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.

TRUCKING

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

Milan

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

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

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

PORTS

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

Antwerp

In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased

PORTS

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

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

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

SHIPPING

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

CRUISES

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

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

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

London/Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

LEGISLATION

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

Rome

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

PORTS

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

Los Angeles

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

SHIPPING

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

Seoul

The ships will be delivered by April 2029

PORTS

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

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

PIRACY

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

Kuala Lumpur

The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk

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

PORTS

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

La Spezia

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

ACCIDENTS

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

Batam

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

TRADE

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

Beijing

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

PORTS

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

Singapore

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

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference

LEGISLATION

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

Washington

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

SHIPPING

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

Oslo

From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton

TRADE

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

Washington

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

PORTS

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

Livorno

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

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

SHIPPING

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

Beijing

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

PORTS

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

Ankara

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

SHIPPING

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

Taipei/Keelung

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

SHIPPING

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

Brussels

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

Naples

Cruise passengers on the rise

PORTS

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

Washington

National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Madrid

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

SHIPPING

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

Haifa

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

INDUSTRY

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

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Santiago

An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%

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

SHIPPING

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

Cairo/Ismailia

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

PORTS

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

Naples/Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

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

PORTS

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

Ravenna

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

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

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

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

Los Angeles

Invitation to submit expressions of interest

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

PORTS

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

Geneva

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

SHIPPING

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

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

PORTS

Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054

Genoa

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

FREIGHT TERMINALS

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

Padua

PORTS

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

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

Hamburg

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

SHIPPING

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

Beijing

The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures

ACCIDENTS

New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden

Southampton

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

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

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

CRUISES

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

Hannover/Trieste

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

PORTS

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

Palermo

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

SHIPPING

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

Seoul

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

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

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

PORTS

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

Bremen

Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.

CRUISES

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

Catania

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

PORTS

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

Barcelona/Algeciras

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

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

Rome

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

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

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

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

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

SHIPPING

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

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Vado Ligure

Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata

SHIPPING

Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement

Naples

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

PORTS

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

Gioia Tauro

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

PORTS

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

La Spezia

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

PORTS

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

Istanbul

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

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

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

Valencia

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

PORTS

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

Long Beach

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPPING

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

Izmir

It will be held on a weekly basis

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

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

MARITIME SERVICES

Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome/Trieste

Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement

TAXES

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

Rome

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

COMPANIES

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

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

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

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

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

SHIPYARDS

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

Ismailia

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

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

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

PORTS

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

Hong Kong

A 16.3% drop was recorded in September

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

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

Trondheim/Brest

Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest

SHIPPING

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

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

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

Brussels

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

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

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

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

Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

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

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

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

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPYARDS

The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo

Palermo

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

SHIPPING

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

Hong Kong

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

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

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

OFFSHORE

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

Palermo

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

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

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

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

Taranto

Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas

ACCIDENTS

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

Amsterdam/London

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

PORTS

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

Rome

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

EDUCATION

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

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

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

Nola

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

SHIPPING

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

Vado Ligure

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

FINANCING

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

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

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

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

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

Gioia Tauro

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

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

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

PORTS

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

Livorno

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

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

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

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

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

Rome

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

SHIPPING

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

Athens

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

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

Rozzano

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

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

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

PORTS

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

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

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

Valencia

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

PORTS

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

Pozzallo

It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm

CRUISES

Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises

Monfalcone

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

MEETINGS

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

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

PORTS

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

Rome

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

EDUCATION

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

Genoa

The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed

LOGISTICS

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Rome

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

LOGISTICS

Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena

Mesero

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

OFFSHORE

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

San Donato Milanese

The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023

SHIPPING

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

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

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

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

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

Naples

Serious irregularities found on board

PORTS

Italian Ports:

Ancona

Genoa

Ravenna

Augusta

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

MEETINGS

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

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

MEETINGS

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

Lugano

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

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

(The Business Standard)

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

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

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

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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

Villorba

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

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

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

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

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

Venice

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

SHIPPING

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

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

The Eagle

The sale will be completed in the next few days

MEETINGS

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

Lugano

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

OFFSHORE

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

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

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

Ferrara

The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities

PORTS

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

London

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

PORTS

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

Taranto

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

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