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January 31, 2011
The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Baltic index falls 4% to two-year low
    The Baltic Exchange's main sea freight index, which tracks rates to ship dry commodities, fell to its lowest in nearly two years on Friday as the market continued to struggle with an excess of vessels.
  • US mulls plan to boost air cargo safety
    The United States is in talks with its allies, airlines and maritime groups about creating a global vetting system for international cargo, Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano has said.

Sched Netweb site
  • Once sidelined CMA CGM chief Jacques Saade returns as CEO
  • Ocean freight rates soften, Asia/Europe trade hurts most
  • Maersk raises 2011 container forecast, 8pc growth or more
  • CSX up 48 per cent to US$430 million, but boxes hit by pricing
  • Canadian National 2010 profit up 13pc to US$2.1 billion
  • ProLogis releases report on transport collaboration in Europe
  • Cathay, Hong Kong top global air cargo league tables
  • Hong Kong beats all, Memphis sings the blues in No 2 spot
  • Atlanta still boasts busiest passenger airport, cargo up 17pc

Exim Indiaweb site
  • Incentives vital for growth of coastal shipping, says DGS
  • Logistics in focus at APEX'11 summit
  • Swire Oilfield Services establishes Indian entity
  • Adani Group finalises business strategy for Japan operations
  • Asia's top five box ports post healthy growth in 2010
  • Berth No. 14 at NM Port records 91 pc occupancy
  • IFFCO Kandla celebrates R-Day
  • TPT is now v.o. Chidambaranar Port Trust
  • Vasan inaugurates Common User Coal, Iron Ore & Car Terminals at Ennore Port
  • Empty coffers may force Rlys to dump PPP model
  • Seaplane service in Andamans launched
  • 24.64 pc fall in iron ore exports in Dec.
  • CBEC chief favours self-assessment for Customs clearance
  • Cos Bill to be introduced soon
  • DEPB benefits on milk products' exports withdrawn
  • Exchequer to grow by Rs 37,000 cr.
  • FDI dips by 24 pc
  • Forex reserves set to cross $300 bn
  • India-Japan pact may lead to zero duty textile exports
  • Indian cos invited to set up units in Morocco
  • Maran orders skill training programme for artisans
  • More leather clusters may get TEE status
  • RBI rate hike may affect growth, says Assocham
  • SAIL to explore Indonesia's mineral wealth
  • New system to cut paperwork on way, says DGFT
  • R. Gopalan is Secy, Economic Affairs
  • Rules needed to stop food crisis: FAO
  • Sushma Nath may be new Finance Secy
  • U.K. Sinha may be new Sebi chief

International Transport Journalweb site
JANUARY 28, 2011
  • India considers construction of new cargo airport near Delhi
    The Indian ministry of civil aviation is considering the construction of an international cargo airport in the federal state of Haryana, just outside the capital New Delhi. 3,000 a...
  • ProLogis confirms merger talks with AMB
    The two logistics real estate development giants, ProLogis and the AMB Property Corporation, are in discussions concerning a potential merger. The move would combine ProLogis and A...
  • Mango investing in new Barcelona logistics centre
    The Spanish fashion enterprise Mango, based in Palau de Plegamans (Catalonia), is investing around EUR 360 million in a new logistics centre in Llica d'Amunt in the province of Bar...
  • DHL expanding services in Lebanon
    DHL has completed a USD 4.2 million investment programme in Lebanon. It includes the expansion of DHL Express's Beirut airport facility at Rafik Hariri international airport. The o...
  • City Sprint acquires Mainlink Courier Services in UK
    The British CEP service provider City Sprint has made its first acquisition of 2011, acquiring Swindon-based Mainlink Courier Services for an undisclosed sum. Mainlink Courier Serv...
  • Gefco Germany transfers Hanover operations
    The German national branch of the French company Gefco has started operations in a new overland hub in the Wedemark logistics park near Hanover. The centre is close to the A7 and A...
  • French road haulage association FNTR calls for fair framework
    The French national road haulage association F'd'ration Nationale des Transports Routiers (FNTR) believes it to be imperative that the country's labour and tax laws are brought int...
  • Private investors sought in Russian railway sector
    The Russian prime minister Vladimir Putin has said that he wants to see private investors in the railway sector, in order to make transportation more effective, safe and affordable...
  • Japan banking on hybrid locomotives
    Having assumed a leadership role in the development of hybrid cars, Japan now also wants to push for the introduction of environment-friendly trains. The first such locomotives wer...
  • Iata e-freight starting in Basel
    Basel/Mulhouse/Freiburg's EuroAirport has become the third Swiss centre to offer paper-free airfreight activities, after Zurich and Geneva. Swiss WorldCargo, Swiss International Ai...
  • FAA penalises SkyWest
    The US civil aviation authority FAA has proposed USD 359,000 in civil penalties against SkyWest Airlines of St George UT for alleged violations of federal aviation regulations. The...
  • Namibia and Botswana to evaluate rail capacity upgrade
    A pre-feasibility study that is looking at increasing the rail capability on the TransKalahari Corridor (TKC) has now started. The survey was commissioned by the governments o...

Marine Logweb site
JANUARY 30, 2011
  • UN envoy seeks action against pirate ring leaders
  • Junk rating for debt of Northrop Grumman shipbuilding spin-off

World Wide Shipperweb site
JANUARY 28, 2011
  • Port of Portland delivers positive marine cargo numbers
  • Coast Guard, Washing DOE trace oil sheen to Columbia barge
  • Diana Shipping inks time charter deal for THETIS
  • Washington ferries closing terminal for extended preservation project
  • Weekly rail freight traffic continues to head upward

Lloyd's Listweb site
JANUARY 28, 2011
  • Excel yanks bond issue citing Korea Line fall-out
    Dry bulk owner concedes that proposed offering has become less attractive than originally anticipated
  • Euroseas owner says box recovery has long way to go
    Conditions are still not healthy in some parts of the market, says Pittas
  • CMA CGM inks deal with banks on debt restructuring
    Agreement comes as Jacques Saad' is reinstated as line's chief executive
  • Capesize owners withhold ships
    Baltic Exchange average capesize time charter rates hit a two year low
  • Suez canal cancellations spark trade concerns
    Exclusive: navigational restrictions expected on Suez Canal as political situation in Egypt worsens
  • Advent taxies into Brazil ports sector
    The private equity firm, one of the largest airport operators in Latin America, has bought a 50% stake in TCP
  • BDI continues to fall
    Leading the decline were rates for panamaxes in the Atlantic trading region as ballasting ships from the Pacific arrived and caused an oversupply
  • Hapag-Lloyd trade hit by Cote d'Ivoire sanctions
    Sanctions force line to stop taking cargo bookings to the country's ports
  • Group accused of distorting facts on Bangladesh breakers
    IMO slams the NGO Platform on Shipbreaking
  • Fair pay rule may backfire
    Brussels' threat to launch legal action against UK over crew pay discrimination may backfire
  • Friends of the Earth back California shortsea plans
    Environmental lobby group sees benefit of plans to introduce services in California
  • North P&I to offer hull and machinery cover
    To offer a new fixed premium hull and machinery insurance product from July 1
  • UK court confirms ransom payments not illegal
    Court of Appeal upholds earlier decision over ransom payments to pirates
  • Crunch looming on low sulphur fuel
    Shipping industry faces an uphill battle to comply with a 2015 deadline as technology solutions are too new, too expensive and any changes will likely be too late
  • Anthony Veder orders second LNG tanker
    Dutch specialist expects demand for small scale LNG to grow
  • Wärtsilä boss Johansson to step down in June
    Ole Johansson has announced his intention to retire from the company
  • German yard P+S bags order for five ice-class vessels
    Greenland's Royal Arctic Line secures $98m financing for order from KfW Ipex
  • Stena Bulk opts for armed guards
    Tanker owner to put Russian contractors onboard to protect crew against pirate attacks
  • Dispute between owners may lead to sale of arrested boxships
    Vessels likely to be auctioned after disputing Austrian and German owners refuse to cooperate
  • Bristol is leading the way in Port Security Regulations 2009
    Bristol is the only 'pilot' port to be designated under uk security regulations
  • Paranaguá terminal sees throughput of 675,000 teu
  • Jones Act product business improving, says K-Sea
    Sector past low point and improving slowly
  • Geography is never a trivial pursuit
    Falling education standards, reliance on satnavs and Google have left an entire generation unable to find their way round the world
  • Return to line
    It looks as if the Saad' family is firmly back in control of CMA CGM
  • Shreyas sees 46% surge in revenues
    Shortsea carrier third quarter revenues reach $107m
  • Owners reject low capesize deals under $10,000 daily
    Tumbling rates drop below operating costs for the first time since January 2009
  • Bharati plans rights issue to reduce debt
    Planned equity sale aimed at reducing debt and financing acquisitions
  • Shrinking fleet and delivery delays hits Precious
    Net income in 2010 plunges around 70% to $29.2m
  • Maintenance failures revealed in Pacific Adventurer report
    Failings led to loss of boxes that punctured vessel's fuel tanks
  • Meiji trims its losses
    Narrows losses to $1.6m in nine months ending December 31


Fairplayweb site
JANUARY 28, 2011
  • Excel backs out of bonds
    DRYBULK player Excel disclosed today it will postpone its $250M junk-bond offering, blaming fallout from Korea Line's receivership.
  • BDI slippage continues
    THE BDI fell another 4.1% to 1,137 points today, after yesterday shedding 3.9% to 1,186 points.
  • 4Q recovery lifts Wärtsilä
    FINLAND'S Wärtsilä today reported profits of €397M ($542M) for 2010, up slightly from €396M a year earlier, while also announcing the retirement of its president and CEO.
  • MR rates rise - for now
    SPOT RATES for MR product tankers firmed considerably this week, but analysts suspected that the rise would not be sustained.
  • Bank predicts oil surge
    JP MORGAN Chase said today it expects OPEC to boost crude oil shipments through to mid-February because of healthy winter demand from the icy US and Europe.
  • Pluto LNG to be shipped to Petronas unit
    WOODSIDE said today it has agreed to supply 19 LNG cargoes to Malaysia's Petronas from its Pluto LNG project in Western Australia.
  • Shortages threaten Pakistan's bunker sector
    PAKISTAN'S bunker industry has said it can meet the needs of just 10% of foreign vessels, with the rest instead replenished in India, Singapore, Saudi Arabia and Sri Lanka.
  • Saadé regains CMA CGM control
    CMA CGM founder Jacques Saadé has taken back the top management role at the Marseilles shipping group after a senior management shuffle.
  • Russian arrested in Volgotanker dispute
    A HIGH-ranking Russian police officer has been arrested on allegations involving shares of the now-bankrupt shipping company Volgotanker.
  • Hanjin swings to profits
    SOUTH Korea's Hanjin Shipping returned to profits last year, boosted by improvement in its box business.
  • Cyclones flank Australia
    TWO CYCLONES that had reduced in intensity are once again threatening Australia's East and West coasts, while a third is menacing the top of New Zealand's North Island.
  • Passengers killed in ferry fire
    AT LEAST 13 people were killed after a ferry caught fire this morning in Indonesia, according to local authorities.
  • Oz ports face strikes
    STRIKES are again expected at Australia's Fremantle and Albany this weekend, as talks on a new enterprise agreement with Patrick Stevedores have broken down.
  • Slow steaming inquiry set
    REGULATORS plan a US inquiry on slow steaming's effects on liner trades, after complaints about bunker charges.
  • China buys into more Australian LNG
    AUSTRALIA's LNG Ltd has sold a 19.9% stake to China National Petroleum for A$25.6M ($25.45M).

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JANUARY 28, 2011
  • Environmental Group Urges Caution in Marine Highways
    Friends of the Earth in California cautions that the condition of the ocean environment should be a factor in developing...
  • Ship Orders Returning to Normal, BIMCO Says
    Orders for new container ships are returning to normal levels this year as orders decline 21 percent over the last...
  • Mica, Others Warn STB Over Rail Regulation
    House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman John Mica and several other key members of that panel from both political parties...
  • USA Truck Narrows Loss as Volumes Rise
    Truckload operator USA Truck lost $1.8 million in the fourth quarter, despite a decline in empty miles and substantial increase...
  • London Heathrow Cargo Falls 9.4 Percent
    Cargo volume at London Heathrow Airport tumbled 9.4 percent in December as a series of winter storms and tougher year-over-year...
  • Indian Coast Guard Thwarts Pirate Attack on Container Ship
    The Indian Coast Guard foiled an attempted pirate attack Friday by two skiffs that were closing in on a CMA...
  • Canadian Freight Index Drops 2.8 Percent
    Canadian shipping costs dropped for the second straight month in November, as freight demand cooled in the fall, according to...
  • Egypt Protests Raise Suez Canal Concerns
    The Suez Canal remained open Friday as riots against Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak spread across Egypt, raising concerns the protests...
  • Intermodal Powers Earnings Growth at J.B. Hunt
    Stronger intermodal and trucking demand gave J.B. Hunt Transport Services a fourth quarter boost, with net profit increasing 39 percent...
  • FMC to Host Former Chairmen at Roundtable
    Chairmen of the Federal Maritime Commission on Feb. 2 will take part in a roundtable to discuss the agency's past,...
  • Notice to JOC Subscribers
    Because of the heavy winter storms that hit the U.S. Northeast region this week, including the area surrounding our printing...
  • UP's Kaiser Predicts Intermodal Capacity for 2011 (Video)
    Associate Editor John D. Boyd questions John E. Kaiser of Union Pacific Railroad on the intermodal market's capacity outlook for...
  • Maersk Suspends Some Shipments to Ivory Coast
    Maersk Line refuted a report Friday that it stopped handling cocoa exports from Ivory Coast and is not taking new...
  • Amazon Adding More Distribution Centers
    Amazon.com will add an unspecified number of distribution centers this year as the online retailing giant tries to keep up...
  • Ocean World Lines Opens Poland Office
    Ocean World Lines, an NVOCC subsidiary of freight transportation and logistics provider Pacer International, opened an office in Szczecin, Poland....
  • FMCSA Sets Trucker Hours of Service Hearing
    Hostility toward proposed changes to truck driver hours of service rules could come to a boil at a Feb. 17...
  • Damco to Provide Logistics for Abu Dhabi
    Damco, the logistics unit of A.P. Moller-Maersk, formed a joint venture with General Holding Corporation to provide logistics and forwarding...
  • Hub 4Q Profit Rises on Intermodal, Logistics Business
    A solid 19 percent revenue gain in its principal intermodal business and a 38 percent leap for its logistics unit...
  • GDP Rose 3.2 Percent in Fourth Quarter
    Consumer spending and exports fueled 3.2 percent growth in the U.S. economy during the fourth quarter, completing a year in...
  • Jacques Saade Returns as CMA CGM Chief Executive
    Jacques Saade returned to the position of chief executive of CMA CGM as Turkish investors injected $500 million into the...
  • Hanjin Swings Into Black With $229 Million Profit
    Hanjin Shipping swung into the black in 2010, riding higher demand and stronger freight rates to a $229 million net...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
JANUARY 28, 2011
  • Davos schmoozing as north Africa burns
    Around 2,500 of the 'most powerful people in the world' - or the great and the good, the not so good and the hangers on - are on their final lap of back to back seminars, networking and cocktail parties at the World Economic Forum's (WEF) annual meet at the Swiss Alpine resort of Davos-Klosters.
  • Shipowner angered by pirated ship's helplessness
  • Egypt in crisis
  • FMC to investigate slow-steaming
  • Japan's exports up, but S&P downgrade rating
  • GPA supports rival Charleston's dredging

TradeWindsweb site
JANUARY 28, 2011
  • Teekay vet goes Tactical
    Former Teeky Corp and SPT executive carves a name in niche sector with shipmanagement pact led by Tactical Marine Solutions.
  • K-Sea goes clean
    US tug and barge group takes a hit in the final quarter but CEO Timothy Casey says costly investments will pay off.
  • 'Siege' on German tanker
    Crew of Lloyd Fonds-owned, Heidmar-connected New York Star staying in citadel after pirate attack.
  • Alafouzos gets paid
    Greek media mogul's maritime wings sheds tanker for $18.8m as house cleaning commences ahead of 2011 deliveries.
  • Two flee Beluga pirates
    Danish warship finds two crew members of hijacked Beluga Nomination alive after bid for freedom, fate of colleagues unknown.
  • Tanker stocks surge
    Shares of US-listed tanker owner General Maritime gain 12% out of the gate as Egyptian protests spread to Suez.
  • Tunisia halts car imports
    Political turmoil in North Africa stalls car-carriers as Tunisia's interim government continues corruption probe.
  • P+S grabs Arctic orders
    Two of German builder's yards to share five newbuildings from Greenland's Royal Arctic Line.
  • Cargill calls Diana
    US agricultural heavyweight keeps Diana Shipping bulker fed for a year with $4.5m time charter.
  • KLC chaos kills Excel issue
    New York-listed owner axes $250m fundraiser following Korea Line's filing.
  • Saade reclaims crown
    CMA CGM founder back at the helm following completion of $500m investment deal.
  • Boa Fortune to be laid-up
    Norwegian owner warns it will not trade platform supply vessel until rates pass '7,000 mark.

American Shipperweb site
JANUARY 28, 2011
  • FMC drops requirement for Japan reports
    The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission has decided to discontinue a 13-year-old proceeding involving Japanese ports and shipping that required five container lines in the U.S./Japan trade to submit semi-annual reports. The FMC said in an order on We...
  • Security tops Napolitano agenda in London
    Napolitano Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano arrives in London Friday to meet with Efthimios Mitropoulos, secretary general of the International Maritime Organization, and British officials. Mitropoulos Napolitano will discuss ways to im...
  • DHS replaces color-coded terror alert system
    The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is scrapping the color-coded alert system implemented after 9/11 with a new system designed to provide the public more detailed and useful information, Secretary Janet Napolitano announced Thursday. Under t...
  • Interactive APEC tariff database pilot starts
    The National Center for Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (NCAPEC) and the U.S. Council for International Business (USCIB) have started the pilot phase of the APEC Interactive Tariff Database. The database provides business in the APEC region with...
  • Haka named Florida East Coast Railway COO
    Florida East Coast Railway has appointed Joel Haka to executive vice president and chief operating officer, effective Feb. 21. Haka brings more than 30 years of experience in maritime operations to the railway, which operates between the Florida po...
  • Survey: Forwarders slow to embrace e-freight
    A global survey by two industry groups found many freight forwarders are still unwilling to fully embrace airport-to-airport e-commerce programs, such as the International Air Transport Association's e-freight initiative, unless they realize a sig...
  • President renominates FMC Commissioners
    CorderoPresident Obama has renominated Mario Cordero and Rebecca F. Dye as Federal Maritime Commissioners. Dye The U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation favorably reported out both nominations in December after holding a h...
  • Hanjin first up with major 2010 profits
    Korean liner carrier Hanjin Shipping said Friday its container division turned a $532 million operating profit in 2010, a massive swing from the $652 million the container line lost in 2009. Hanjin's container line revenue rose 52.4 percent during...
  • FMC receives comments on EU ship regulation
    Carriers have weighed in on the effect of the European Union''s decision to repeal the block exemption for liner shipping conferences in October 2008, as part of an investigation being conducted by the Federal Maritime Commission. The FMC request ...
  • Federal Maritime Commission
    FMC receives comments on EU ship regulationCarriers have weighed in on the effect of the European Union''s decision to repeal the block exemption for liner shipping conferences in October 2008, as part of an investigation being conducted by the . F...

The Scandinavian Shipping Gazetteweb site
JANUARY 28, 2011
  • Wärtsilä's President and CEO to retire
    The President and CEO of Wärtsilä Corporation, Mr Ole Johansson, has decided to retire in June 2011. He will not be available as a member of the W'rtsil' Board of
  • Record number of passengers in Ports of Stockholm
    More than 12 million passengers travelled via Port of Stockholm's three ports in Stockholm, Kapellsk'r and Nyn'shamn in 2010 ' a new record. The passengers travelled across the Baltic Sea to

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JANUARY 28, 2011
  • Matson raises fuel surcharge
    First increase the company has made since February 2010.
  • Week ends with mixed prices
    Crude futures head higher after anti-government protests escalated in Egypt.
  • RAND report triggers debate over advanced biofuels
    Industry leaders argue market exists for biofuels despite findings of RAND report.
  • IMO and EU discuss need for global regulations
    Efthimios Mitropoulos believes there will be sufficient fuel to meet Annex VI emission reductions targets for sulphur oxides.
  • New LPG engine 'safe, reliable and low-maintenance'
    Engine will be able to power small tankers, container vessels and ro-ro ships that operate in coastal areas and on inland waterways.
  • Clean energy could power the world in 20 to 40 years
    New study says that ships powered predominantly by battery and hydrogen fuel cells would have a payback period in 10 to 20 years.
  • Pakistan IFO supply suffers heavy declines
    Delayed import of furnace oil has scaled down the local bunker industry's businesses by as much as 80%.
  • Fujairah market firms
    Avails are reported to 'very tight' in Fujairah.
  • IFO prices 'stable' in Rotterdam and Hamburg
    Little activity in Hamburg market.
  • New bunker terminal planned for the Philippines
    Manila North Harbor operator sets aside land for bunkering and logistics.
  • Vessel arrested over 'unpaid bunkers'
    Singapore trader moves against Malaysian tanker operator.
  • Cruise line reports lower than forecast bunker costs
    Hedging and energy efficiency boost Royal Caribbean Cruises' bottom line.
  • Bunker prices at key ports end week firm
    Supplies 'tight' across most ports, traders say.
  • MPA: No spill from sunken Singapore vessel
    Vessel carrying 64 mt of heavy fuel, 19 mt of marine diesel oil and 5 mt of lube oil at the time of the incident.
  • Strong bunker demand lifts East China fuel oil imports
    East China is second largest importer in the country, outdoing South China.
  • Cargo arrival to ease tight avails at Queensland ports
    Berth congestion currently delaying resupply tanker, according to Australian supplier.
  • South China fuel oil stocks at historic high
    Total volume at 1.83-1.85 million mt, 67% of total storage capacity in South China.
  • New report: Major threats of short sea shipping
    Ships use 'one of the dirtiest fuels on the planet,' study addresses potentially harmful impacts of coastal shipping.

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