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April 29, 2011
The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Aussie dock workers renew threat to strike
    Australian dock workers yesterday renewed their threat to strike over pay and conditions, warning that they would stage a 24-hour walkout tomorrow at the nation's three major ports.
  • Grain shipments down 40% on Mississippi
    High water on the Mississippi River has slashed grain shipments about 40 per cent and could pose a threat to exports from the US Gulf, the main exit for agricultural products to world markets, industry sources said on Wednesday.
  • Court to decide Samho's future
    A South Korean court will decide next month the future of privately held chemical tanker firm Samho Shipping, which filed for bankruptcy protection this week, the latest casualty of the distressed global freight market.

Sched Netweb site
  • Good news from Japan: MOL profit up 358pc, NYK, 'K' Line erase 2009 losses
  • China Shipping Container Lines narrows loss to US$22.4 million in first quarter
  • New Asia New Zealand Discussion Agreement bunker surcharge: US$700 per TEU
  • MOL splits Singapore-Mumbai-Karachi (NKX) service into two loops
  • UASC borrows US$140 million to buy nine 13,100-TEU ships
  • Seaspan takes in 8,500-TEU Cosco Vietnam - last of 8 newbuildings
  • Wuhan starts building first public logistics information portal
  • Manzhouli steel exports triple in first two months of 2011
  • Guangxi to increase port capacity 300 million tonnes in five years
  • UPS quarterly profit up 66pc to US$900 million on 7.3pc sales hike
  • Price-fixing Sea Star Line, Crowley settle on US$52 million for shippers
  • South Carolina's Charleston's containers up 12pc from July-March
  • Chemical leak delays sailing of 6,350-TEU Hyundai Oakland in Tacoma
  • Russia's National Container Company launches 'dry port'
  • Canada Pacific Railway quarterly profit falls 67pc to US$35.4 million
  • Air China Cargo commences Dalian-Shanghai-Frankfurt service
  • Huntsville, Alabama, airport sees rail drop, but air cargo rise
  • Qantas adds US$105 fuel surcharge on international prices

Exim Indiaweb site
  • Pinkcity Logistics targets global presence by 2020
  • ICTT breaks national records in operational efficiency
  • Navy warship to be on display at Kandla Port
  • New Mangalore Port berths first main line vessel of fiscal
  • Port Pipavav registers increased EBITDA margins in Q1 2011
  • 10K-cr. freight corridor project contracts to be awarded by year-end
  • CONCOR net up 17 pc in Q4, 6 pc for fiscal
  • India against EU trade concessions to Pak
  • China's economy to overtake US by 2016: IMF

International Transport Journalweb site
APRIL 28, 2011
  • Egyptair continuing daily Bangkok service
    Egyptair is extending its Boeing B777-300ER operation on the daily Cairo ' Bangkok service until 31 May. Previously this service was scheduled to operate until today (28 April).
  • Busiest month at Singapore airport for three years
    Despite declines for passenger movements between Singapore Changi airport and Japan, on the cargo front, March 2011 was Changi's busiest month in three years, with airfreight ...
  • CSX: operating income improves 22 % to USD 773 million
    CSX Corporation reported first quarter 2011 net earnings of USD 395 million, versus USD 305 million in the same period last year. This represents a 36% year-on-year impro...
  • Hub Group: 22% up in Q1/2011
    The US service provider Hub Group reported a net income of USD 10.5 million for the quarter ended 31 March 2011, an increase of 22% compared to last year's first quarter....
  • Volkswagen: more trucks sold again
    The German car manufacturer Volkswagen sold 121,200 trucks in the first quarter of the current year, 36.2% more than in the same time frame in 2010 when a total of 89,000 trucks we...
  • 2010 - a year of strong growth for Arval
    The Arval Group showed a strong upturn in its activities for 2010. Its performance significantly outstripped that of the market with a 10% increase in the leased fleet to reach a t...
  • GATX Rail Europe enters Turkish market
    GATX Rail Europe is entering the Turkish market with the deployment of newly manufactured railway tank wagons. These state-of-the-art, 95 cbm wagons, which are designed to eff...
  • Correction: FedEx in Delhi (ITJ Daily of 18 April 2011)
    FedEx would like to clarify that it currently does not have plans to establish a deep freeze shipping recharge point in Delhi. The recharge capability in India is a Cryoport servic...
  • Port of Long Beach welcomes Grand China Shipping
    Grand China Shipping, one of the fastest growing ocean carriers in China, recently made its inaugural call at the Port of Long Beach CA (USA), when one of its vessels berthed at th...
  • French shipowners call for better conditions in the EU
    The French inland shipowners association CAF (Comit' des Armateurs fluviaux) held its annual meeting in Paris this month (April). One of the conclusions that was drawn...
  • Port of Rotterdam: one million containers in one month
    The port of Rotterdam became the first port in Europe to handle 1 million containers in one month in March. The record was achieved in the evening of the last day of March when the...
  • Fiege signs logistics contract with Frimo
    The German logistics group Fiege has signed a multi-year contract with Frimo, a company based in Lotte, near Osnabr'ck (Germany). Under the terms of the pact Fiege will b...
  • FedEx rolls out EarthSmart programme in EMEA region
    The CEP service provider FedEx Express, owned by the US FedEx Corporation, has officially launched its sustainability programme EarthSmart in Europe, Middle East, Indian Subcontine...
  • UPS: earnings up 66% in Q1/2011
    Business is currently flourishing for UPS, the world's largest parcel service provider. Q1/2011 sales rose by 7% to USD 12.6 billion and the profit vaulted by 66% to USD ...
  • Ceva Logistics appoints Piotr Zborowski as senior VP Eastern Europe
    Ceva Logistics, one of the world's leading supply chain companies, has named Piotr Zborowski as senior vice-president (VP) of Eastern Europe. Zborowski has over 15 years experience...

Marine Logweb site
APRIL 28, 2011
  • Obama nominates Panetta to succeed Gates as Secretary of Defense
  • First Coast Guard FRC launched at Bollinger Lockport
  • Court slashes Horizon Lines fine
  • Indian seafarers protest pirate Asphalt Venture hostage-keeping
  • Yangzijiang Shipbuilding still planning capacity expansion
  • Kirby to invest $100 million in new tank barges

World Wide Shipperweb site
APRIL 28, 2011
  • Bremerton Port Commission taps Thomson as new CEO
  • Ceremony marks naming of new OOCL container ship
  • Latin American Ports congress set for June 22 - 24 in Lima
  • NOL Group honored with Asian Freight & Supply Chain awards
  • Federal funds earmarked to purchase rail cars for Caltrans

Lloyd's Listweb site
APRIL 28, 2011
  • Europe-US medium range tanker earnings hit 30-month high
    Three-day working week due to UK national holidays creates charter rush, taking product tankers off spot market
  • Ardmore acquires two newbuildings from Hellespont
    Two IMO II chemical tankers originally ordered by Hellespont in January 2009 and are being built at Sekwang Shipbuilding in South Korea
  • Sanko sells supramax pair for $38m
    The Sanko Steamship Co is understood to have sold two 13-year-old supramax bulk carriers for $19m each in the secondhand sales market
  • Gazprom secures 31% rise in refined product sales
    Russia's energy giant Gazprom saw its net sales of refined products rise by Rbles168bn ($6bn), or 31%, in 2010 compared with the previous year, mainly due to price increases for refined product
  • Base rates look set to remain low
    The key indicator for the wholesale money market, the six-month dollar London Interbank overnight rate, has flatlined since the credit crunch
  • Growing confidence spurs shipping companies to eye big investments
    CMA CGM's successful bond issue has left other shipping investors eager to grab a slice of the action
  • The age of the Chinamax
    Rise of eastern megacities will drive vast demand for raw materials even higher
  • Naval action has reduced successful pirate attacks
    Success rate of pirate attacks off the coast of Somalia in the first quarter of 2011 was 13%-15%
  • It is time for governments to get a grip on piracy
    Robust laws are required to protect seafarers as the use of motherships has increased the expanse of ocean vulnerable to pirate attack
  • Japan endures
    The big three Japanese lines have slashed their earnings expectations for the year
  • Persuasive facts
    Britain's maritime industry no longer has a household name at its core
  • North Africa and Japan rain on Royal Caribbean parade
    'Spectacular' year now has become merely a 'very good' one, says Richard Fain
  • CSCL falls into the red again
    Continues spending on vessels despite first quarterly loss in a year
  • Cash flow is crucial in debt finance ratings
    Credit rating agencies must be responsive to changing dynamics when evaluating offshore drill firms
  • Harren & Partner secures funding for offshore unit
    Goldman Sachs Capital Partners fronts up after IPO plans dropped
  • Maersk in $1.3bn deepwater drillship order
    Drillships will be capable of drilling wells of greater than 40,000 ft
  • China and India to spearhead Asian growth
    IMF report sees important spillover for other countries in region
  • Owners seek spin-offs to boost asset returns
    Seadrill, Aker and Sevan have all spun off entities
  • Australian dock union face legal action
    Accused of unlawful industrial action
  • Yangzijiang reports strong first quarter
    More orders and higher margins behind positive figures
  • Sekwang Heavy seeks bankruptcy protection
    Joins growing list of South Korean companies in difficulty
  • Ardmore buys Hellespont chemtankers
    Two IMO II chemical tankers originally ordered by Hellespont in January 2009 and are being built at Sekwang Shipbuilding in South Korea
  • International Shipholding revenues fall
    Profits fall in line with declining earnings
  • Ireland demands special dividend from Dublin Port Co
    Government seeks to bolster revenues from profitable state-owned companies
  • Ocean Rig orders second drillship this month at Samsung Heavy Industries
    Declares option on additional unit in order worth $611m
  • K Line warns of 'unpredictable' year ahead as it posts $368m profit
    Says earnings environment for car carrier segment will be 'extremely harsh' in near term
  • NYK slashes profit forecast to reflect impact of earthquake and tsunami
    Warns car transport volumes could 'plummet' as bulk and tanker markets remain 'subdued'
  • MOL posts $700m profit in but steep decline expected this year
    Significant drop in car exports from quake-hit Japan, dry-bulk market slump to take toll

Fairplayweb site
APRIL 28, 2011
  • Flipflop conversions rise
    UPS AND downs in the box and drybulk sectors have resulted in a flipflop conversion trend for leading Chinese shipbuilder Yangzijiang
  • Misrata evacuation finally succeeds
    NEARLY 1,000 people fleeing Moammar Gaddafi's regime were reported evacuated today from the besieged Libyan port of Misrata
  • Sekwang of South Korea seeking receivership
    SEKWANG HI has applied for receivership, an official with the South Korean shipbuilder told Fairplay
  • Subscriber notice
    THERE will be no news bulletins tomorrow or on 2 May because of the UK holiday weekend
  • RCCL trims outlook
    CRUISE major RCCL today reported much better quarterly results than expected but cautioned on the rest of 2011
  • Capesize wiggle room seen
    BROKERS told Fairplay today Capesize rates have improved slightly this week, as Australian miners roll out more cargo approaching May Day and port congestion eases in Brazil
  • VLCC spurt eases
    VLCC SPOT rates are continuing to languish at historic lows, as the spurt of activity earlier this week eased
  • Tracing Samho's troubles
    A KEY counterparty appraiser told Fairplay today that Samho Shipping's troubles first surfaced last year
  • Japan liners warn on profits
    JAPAN'S three major liners said today they expect lower profits this year because of country's quake crisis

The Journal of Commerceweb site
APRIL 28, 2011
  • Court Agrees to Cut Horizon Fine
    A federal court in Puerto Rico agreed to reduce Horizon Lines' $45 million fine for antitrust violations to $15 million,...
  • Dockworkers Sentenced for Payroll Fraud
    Two New York-New Jersey dockworkers have been sentenced after pleading guilty to submitting fraudulent time sheets for hours they didn't...
  • China Shipping Reports First-Quarter Loss
    China Shipping Container Lines said its net loss for the first quarter narrowed 24.1 percent from a year earlier to...
  • American Railcar Cuts 1Q Loss as Car Demand Returns
    American Railcar Industries trimmed its first quarter loss to $5.3 million from $7 million in the 2010 period but reported...
  • Pacer Rebounds From Loss to $2 Million Profit
    Intermodal service provider Pacer International posted net income of $2 million in the January-March period, up from a $500,000 loss...
  • Customs Begins Final Byrd Amendment Payments
    U.S. Customs and Border Protection is distributing the last antidumping duties to be paid to U.S. companies under the "Byrd...
  • LA Clean-Truck Case Goes to 9th Circuit June 10
    The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit on June 10 will hear oral arguments from the Port of...
  • OOCL Names First in 8,888-TEU Series
    OOCL christened its newest ship the OOCL Beijing in ceremonies Thursday at Hungdong -Zhonghua Shipbuilding in Shanghai. The OOCL...
  • Two Charged With NY-NJ Drug Smuggling Plot
    A dockworker at APM Terminals and a Maersk Equipment Service official were charged with conspiring to distribute more than two...
  • ANA Posts $284 Million Net Profit
    Japan's All Nippon Airways posted a net profit of $284.15 million in fiscal 2010, which ended on March 31, compared...
  • China Cosco Swings to First-Quarter Loss
    China Cosco Holdings swung to a loss of $77.3 million in the first quarter ended March 30 as global vessel...
  • RailAmerica Posts $4.1 Million 1Q Profit
    Short line operator RailAmerica swung to a $4.1 million net gain in the first quarter from a $2.5 million loss...
  • Port of LA Plans $3 Billion for Expansion
    The Port of Los Angeles in the coming decade will spend more than $3 billion to deepen its access channel,...
  • Japanese Government Submits Reconstruction Budget
    The Japanese government on Thursday submitted a supplementary budget of $48.8 billion for reconstruction following the March 11 earthquake and...
  • German Inland Containers Surge 18.4 Percent
    Container traffic on German waterways surged 18.4 percent to a record high in 2010, outpacing a 12.8 percent growth in...
  • Trinity Profit Soars, Railcar Orders Hit Record High
    First quarter net income for transportation equipment supplier Trinity Industries was nearly six times higher than a year earlier at...
  • 'K' Line Earns $368 Million, Forecasts Lower Profit
    Japanese carrier 'K' Line reported $368 million in net income for its just-ended fiscal year but forecast lower profit and...
  • NYK Reports Profit, Reduces Forecast
    Japanese shipping conglomerate NYK Line reported a $912.7 million profit for its just-ended fiscal year, reversing a $187.5 million loss...
  • Genesee & Wyoming to Launch Antwerp Service
    Genesee & Wyoming, the U.S. short line and regional rail company, will launch dedicated terminal shunting and feeder services in...
  • Japan Industrial Output Takes Record Tumble
    Japan's industrial production fell at its fastest pace on record in March, tumbling 15.3 percent from February, according to preliminary...
  • MOL Earns $700 Million Profit for Year
    Japanese ocean carrier Mitsui O.S.K. Lines earned $700 million net profit for its fiscal year ended March 31 but forecast...
  • Nevada Governor Names Rep. Heller to Fill Senate Seat
    Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval, R, said he will appoint Rep. Dean Heller, R-Nev., to replace John Ensign in the Senate...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
  • Samudera ahead on volume and profit
  • Softship strengthens southern hemisphere coverage
  • APM T Pipavav posts strong Q1 11 results
  • Brado to bump boxes up to 500,000 per annum
  • Maersk signs up with Freightliner again

TradeWindsweb site
APRIL 28, 2011
  • Judge cuts Horizon fine
    US liner operator scores major victory in federal court as judge reduces $45m antitrust fine to $15m.
  • OIG turns to private equity
    Harren & Partner and Goldman Sachs plough $500m into offshore owner following failed IPO in Oslo.
  • CCHC covered in red ink
    Bulker and boxship wing of Cosco group fingers lacklustre freight rates and oversupply in $77m loss.
  • LNG & offshore lift Exmar
    Belgian gas owner sends CFO Didier Ryelandt to Houston to head offshore unit following profitable quarter.
  • HRZ jumps on DoJ motion
    New York-listed liner owner's stock jumps 14% as US Department of Justice asks judge to slash $45m fine.
  • Concordia predicts profit
    President of Swedish shipowner predicts full-year profit despite sluggish pace of product tanker rebound.
  • Cosco eyes port plays
    Chinese group's boss Wei Jiafu ready to go "bottom-fishing" for terminal assets.
  • Havyard boosts core profit
    Saevik family controlled shipbuilder pushed up EBITDA in 2010 as cost controls help overcome a fall in revenue.
  • RCCL feels global tremors
    But company remains on track for strong 2011 despite downturn after roaring start.
  • Sanko sells supramax pair
    Japanese owner offloads bulker brace in the latest example of sliding asset values in the sector.
  • Daiichi storms back
    Japanese bulker owner turns around big loss in previous year as revenue grows.
  • Sekwang seeks protection
    Order drought, derivatives losses and banks' refusal to back refund guarantees pushes South Korean shipbuilder to the edge.
  • Ardmore expands fleet
    Anthony Gurnee does a buy two, charter two, chemical carrier deal with Hellespont.
  • Garware targets duo
    Indian offshore owner wants to seal $110m deal for large PSV acquisitions within 18 months.
  • Aus dockers to strike
    Port workers walking out at Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane on Saturday over pay.
  • KLC duo to boost Scorpio
    Analyst pushes up estimates for New York-listed owner after $70m double buy amid talk a dividend is around the corner.
  • ISC profits skyrocket
    Split with DryLog sees New York-listed company hit $18m jackpot.
  • Rem toasts oil price rise
    Age Remoy-led owner says higher value of the black stuff has created 'great expectations' in the market.

American Shipperweb site
APRIL 28, 2011
  • CBP: Export license decisions resolved faster
    Improved inter-agency collaboration and techniques have significantly contributed to reducing the timelines for U.S. export license determinations, said Todd Owen, a top supply chain security official at U.S. Customs and Border Protection. CBP's n...
  • UPS Airlines names VP flight operations
    UPS has named Matt Capozzoli as vice president of flight operations for UPS Airlines. He replaces Capt. Rick Barr, who is retiring after 23 years at the company. Capozzoli, 52, joined UPS in 1977, working in ground operations as a package handler, ...
  • CTSA raising currency fee again
    Member lines of the Canada Transpacific Stabilization Agreement will once again raise the currency adjustment surcharge they assess on shippers as of June 1. The fee will increase to 10 percent. It's currently at 8 percent, but will rise to 9 perce...
  • Hamburg Sud taking slots on three services
    German container line Hamburg Sud has joined three services as a slot buyer, according to research from American Shipper affiliate ComPair Data.The line has joined MOL's CSW services between China and the East Coast of South America by way of South...
  • Government proposes to slash Horizon fine
    The U.S. Justice Department, which earlier this year fined Horizon Lines $45 million for participating in a price-fixing conspiracy with competitors in the U.S. mainland to Puerto Rico trade, is now seeking to reduce the fine to $15 million. "The r...
  • Japan's big 3 net big 2010 profits
    Japan's big 3 net big 2010 profits Japan's big 3 net big 2010 profits Japan's three major container lines on Thursday reported collective operating profits of more than $1.2 billion for their fiscal year 2010, a major recovery from the $1.8 billio...
  • Maersk cuts transpacific leg of long-line service
    Maersk Line has significantly changed one of its core long-line services connecting Europe and the U.S. West Coast with Asia as the pivot, according to research from American Shipper affiliate ComPair Data. The line's former Asia-Europe-transpacif...
  • Norfolk Southern says profit up 26%
    Norfolk Southern said it had first quarter net profit of $325 million 26 percent higher than the $257 million earned in the same 2010 period, Railway operating revenue for the quarter ending March 31 was $2.6 billion, 17 percent higher. General me...
  • International Shipholding reports profit
    International Shipholding Corp. reported first quarter net profit of $24.1 million compared to net profit of $10.6 million in the same 2010 period. The higher profit came even though revenue was lower: $64.3 million in the first quarter compared to...
  • Issue deep and wide

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
APRIL 28, 2011
  • Middle East prices mixed
    "Good times for Suez bunkering market", a player told Bunkerworld.
  • Maersk sees 'no major role' for biodiesel
    Trial vessel is now equipped to test 'other emerging fuel types' that can reduce environmental footprint.
  • Refiner to cut 'bunker grade' fuel oil cargoes
    Traders say loss of Essar Oil's output is 'significant' for marine fuel market.
  • Bunker prices mostly up
    In Gibraltar, a supplier reported tight avails with earliest delivery from May 3.
  • Testing agency sets up office in Hambantota
    'There are enormous opportunities,' says S B Consortium.
  • Low-emission Ro-Pax ferry study gets underway
    Green Ship of the Future confirms dates for information meetings.
  • Bunkers prices up at major ports
    Demand for bunkers mostly average on Thursday.
  • Vopak sells remaining share in inland barge company
    Interstream has a 'limited strategic fit' within Vopak's global terminal network strategy, says company.
  • NuStar to see 'increased earnings' from bunker business
    Fuels marketing to contribute up to $8 million increase in EBITDA in Q2 2011, says CEO and president of NuStar Energy.
  • Samho Shipping files for receivership
    Blames high bunker prices, low freight rates and costs related to piracy attacks.
  • Sinopec Zhoushan starts MGO deliveries at Chinese ports
    MGO sourced from a South Korean refinery.
  • High bunker prices 'positively impact' barge operator's earnings
    Raises earnings guidance for Q2 on back of expected 'accretive earnings' from recent acquisitions including the bunkering operation of Enterprise Marine.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
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Arrival ports by:
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- 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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