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October 1, 2012

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Asia-Europe rates off 3.8pc to US$1,158/TEU, transpac flat at $2,730/FEU NYK transports crane to quake hit Ofunato Port to restore box trade Rotterdam port to add on 3 lay-by berths to accelerate box handling Rising crew costs become key factor in operating costs: Moore Stephens Asian Terminals Inc aims to hit 1 million TEU capacity in South Harbour India fast tracks port projects in new reforms to boost cargo capacity Israel's Ashdod port first half net profit rises 15pc to US$23 million Rising interest rates on falling freight volumes threaten EU truckers Korean Air to relaunch service to Saudi Arabia to reap Mideast air boom TNT Express CEO Marie-Christine Lombard resigns ahead of UPS buyout US complies with September 23 WTO aircraft subsidy ruling deadline EVA Air installs Lufthansa Systems' Lido/Flight IT for route planning

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2012
MOL again lists on SRI indices Pune CHAA's office-bearers for 2012-14 Anti-dumping duty on Chinese paracetamol extended Edible oil imports may surge in 2012-13 Govt likely to curb rice, wheat, sugar & cotton exports Oman lifts ban on Indian poultry Consortium withdraws from Ennore container terminal project GTI management again appeals to allow normal functioning of terminal Hong Kong port sees decline in Q2, H1 box throughput Proposal for coastal vessel jetty at Kodungallur Service tax on transportation of goods by rail comes into force Banks, exporters seek waiver of ECGC rider Forex reserves decline by $502.4 m to $293.97 bn Govt prohibits export of iron ore from captive mines INR closes at 5-month high of 52.88 on heavy dollar demand NHAI reforms to help private sector Plan panel wants regulator in road sector Update your Data on Foreign Trade Policy, Customs Law & Exchange Control Regulations Globalink handles Magnum tractors to Ukraine Houston project forwarding training to help navigate economic tempest Rickmers-Linie transports three 475-t LPG storage tanks from Malaysia to Kuwait

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2012
Southeastern Freight Lines adds new service centres 28. September 2012 Southeastern Freight Lines, a leading US regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transport service, has opened two new service centres. The new hub in Lafayette LA will provide improved... German rail industry seeking to renew diesel loco fleet The German railway industry association (Verband der Bahnindustrie in Deutschland VDB) wants to renew the 3,000 diesel locomotives working in Germany. The introduction of an envir... Vietnam Airlines adding Ho Chi Minh-Bangkok links Vietnam Airlines is increasing its Ho Chi Minh-Bangkok services, bringing flights from 14 to 17 a week. A 16th service starts today, 28 September, and a 17th weekly link will begi... Half of BBC Chartering's new heavylift fleet in service The German multipurpose and heavylift tonnage operator BBC Chartering has said that eleven of the 22 units in its heavylift newbuilding programme are now operational. In August th... German transport firms interested in long trucks The initial evaluation of government trials with long trucks in Germany has shown that transport and forwarding enterprises are increasingly interested in such vehicles. The Germa... Nick Jones to head Virgin Atlantic Cargo sales As part of its strategic initiative to strengthen the sales team Virgin Atlantic Cargo has appointed Nick Jones to the newly-created role of head of sales, based at UK headquarter... Louisville airports key for Kentucky economy A University of Louisville survey has revealed that in 2011 the Bowman Field and Louisville international airports supported 64,135 jobs, meaning that more than 9% of the area's e... MASkargo strengthening oil and gas industry operations MASkargo wants to harness more business in the oil and gas industry by expanding operations to the booming oil and gas hub of Labuan, a small island off the coast of the Malaysian... Charles André group bids for Novatrans The Charles André group, a French transport company, wants to take over the French intermodal operator Novatrans, a subsidiary of SNCF Geodis. If the national competition authorit... GLS opens new Bavarian depot The parcel service provider GLS has commenced operations in a new depot in Cham, near Regensburg (Germany). The centre has been set up to relieve GLS's Straubing location and incre... Post NL acquires Valid Express in Netherlands The Dutch postal operator Post NL has acquired a small express company in the Netherlands that is strong in a niche providing jobs for ill and disabled people. Post NL said that Va... 30th anniversary for Karl Jachs Karl Jachs is set to celebrate the 30th anniversary of working for the Upper Austrian economic chamber on 30 September. He joined the chamber's department of economic policy and f... Marcus Burmeister to head Euro-Leasing's sales and engineering The company MAN Truck & Bus is enlarging the management team of Euro-Leasing. Marcus Burmeister will be Euro-Leasing's new managing director for sales and engineering. Burmeis...

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2012
Transocean: Bad news from Rio, good news from Shell Crowley christens latest 750 Class ATB MEPC set to roll out more regs

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2012
AAPA changing dates of shifting trade routes event Rail freight traffic tally posts up/down numbers for week Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics adding Antofagasta, Chile call Crowley christens newest articulated-tug-barge vessel Marcon International announces sale of research vessel CAPE FLATTERY

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2012
Bravery and professionalism deserve recognition Why Lloyd's List highlighted hidden heroism of Costa Concordia crew Boxship orders must mind the gap Yesterday's spending excesses spell shortages of top-class tonnage to come P&I clubs face greater constraints in 2013 Lack of investment income, underwriting losses and 'churn effect' will hit premiums Maritime UK makes the case for keeping tonnage tax Regime underpins Britain's maritime cluster ISU has serious concerns over Bunker Removal Clause Insurers say it will ultimately benefit everyone Taskforce weighs up its options ahead of ransom ban decision Government and industry strive to halt or reduce pay-outs to pirates Private equity cannot fill shortfall in ship finance Funds deploy strict criteria to assess investment opportunities Cosco doubles Piraeus throughput Greek port surges ahead as Chinese group's top European hub Box lines take action as spot prices slide Carriers press for higher rates on Pacific and Asia-Europe trades Capesizes are ready to fall The mini-rally ebbs as China goes on holiday and growth slows US crude imports hit lowest level in a decade Product tanker exports boom is positive for tanker owners Hutchison opens Barcelona Europe South Terminal Deepwater hub boosts port giant's transhipment and domestic capacity BG Group cements LNG relations with gas-hungry Japan Japan's nuclear phase-out opens the door to gas suppliers A good, clean fight The IMO marine environment protection committee faces an intense week of talks Teekay bond issue raises $120m Company completes Norwegian issue Sudanese oil exports to flow again Ending of nine-month transit dispute between Sudan and South Sudan seen as positive for shipping Kitimat calling Prospects for the LNG trade from West Canada to Asia look good Ballast water to dominate MEPC debate on market-based measures The industry is some way off final agreement Korea Register says it has stopped classing Iranian ships KR says it halted classification in August, before Russian Register withdrawal RCL borrows from affiliate for working capital Loan worth $9.7m to come from Thai-based logistics company that owns 28% of box line's stock DSME wins third drillship order from Atwood Oceanics Contract worth $635m is for ultra-deepwater vessel with 2015 delivery Marco Polo Marine to list Indonesian subsidiary Target amount for Jakarta listing of offshore support vessel unit is not revealed

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2012
Last of top 13 class societies deserts Iran KOREAN Register of Shipping confirmed today that it has become the last of the top 13 classification societies to halt marine work in Iran Bank predicts doubled Australian ore production AUSTRALIA'S iron ore exports could double from 488M tonnes in 2011 to 970M tonnes by 2017, with miners and ports ramping up production and shipping capacity, according to DNB Bank VLGC rates dive on nerves and cargo reduction GROWING scarcity of LPG cargoes and traders' anticipation of SAUDI ARAMCO's October contract prices have resulted in falling VLGC rates this week Singapore fee move to save $5.7M SHIPS docking at Singapore for five days or less today became exempt from maritime welfare fees Another Rizzo Bottiglieri ship arrested ITALIAN shipowner Rizzo Bottiglieri De Carlini Armatori has had another of its ships arrested in Singapore COSCO plans offshore yard at Guangdong COSCO (Guangdong) Shipyard said it plans to build an offshore facility at Dongguan, in Guangdong, southeastern China MPM lists unit in Indonesia SINGAPORE'S Marco Polo Marine said it has proceeded with its planned listing of subsidiary PT Pelayaran Nasional Bina Buana Raya on Jakarta's stock exchange Chinese cheer stirs Capesize fixing rush CHINESE holidays next week have sparked a rise in Capesize and Supramax rates Supramax sector weakens SUPRAMAX rates in the Pacific are expected to weaken, with coal demand remaining soft in the approach of the weeklong Chinese National Day holidays next week STX Dalian wins FSO order STX OFFSHORE & Shipbuilding told Fairplay today its Dalian yard will build an FSO for a North African customer

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2012
Growth Slows in Personal Consumption Spending The real personal consumption expenditure reading for August inched up 0.1 percent from July, the Bureau of Economic Analysis reported... Traffic Fatalities Up 9 Percent in First Half An estimated 16,290 people died in traffic accidents in the first half of 2012, a 9 percent increase from the... Nagoya's First Half Container Trade Rose 1.7 Percent The number of foreign trade containers handled by the Port of Nagoya in central Japan rose 1.7 percent in the... Zim Names New CFO Container carrier Zim Integrated Shipping Services yesterday named Guy Eldar, 37, as its new chief financial officer. He will assume... TT Club Urges Container Weight Verification The TT Club, a mutual insurance association, urged all participants at the International Maritime Organization's session on Dangerous Goods, Solid... SCFI Comprehensive Reading Edges Down The Shanghai Containerized Freight Index comprehensive reading for Sept. 28 was down 1 percent or $13.20 from the week before,... CN Tests Natural Gas-Powered Locomotives Canadian National Railway is testing two locomotives fueled primarily by natural gas in northern Alberta, a major step... Celadon Trucking Buys Robinson Transport Assets Truckload carrier Celadon Trucking Services acquired some of the assets of Robinson Transport, a 200-truck motor carrier based in Columbus,... NAFTA Surface Trade Rose 4.6 Percent in July Surface transportation trade between the U.S. and its North American Free Trade Agreement partners, Canada and Mexico, rose 4.6 percent... Hapag-Lloyd IPO Not Likely Until 2014, Kuehne Says Hapag-Lloyd's planned initial public offering is unlikely to happen until 2014, one of the container line's largest shareholders told a... US Intermodal Rail Shipments Inch Up 0.7 Percent U.S. intermodal rail shipments rose 0.7 percent year-over-year in the week ending Sept. 22, while carload traffic fell 4.1 percent... Shipping Rate, Surcharge Update for Week of Sept. 24-28 Maersk Line plans to implement general rate increases on two major trade lanes, as part of a new rate restoration... Logistics Drives Transport Growth The 50 largest transportation and third-party logistics operators worldwide increased revenue 8.4 percent in 2011 to $650.6 billion, an increase... Commentary: Raising the TPM Curtain Last week, my JOC colleagues and I unveiled the agenda for the March 2-6, 2013, TPM conference in Long Beach.... Commentary: Steady As She Goes It appears ports, carriers and retailers can breathe a sigh of relief. Peak-season 2012 in the eastbound Pacific will turn... BNSF Touts Proposed Southern California Intermodal Facility BNSF Railway's proposed Southern California International Gateway will eliminate 1.5 million truck trips a year between the ports of Los... Asian Air Carriers Still Seeing Slow Demand There was no sign of a bounce back in cargo demand for Asian carriers in August, according to the latest...

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2012
Crew costs hit boxship bottom line Busan solves capacity issue with the opening of new facility South Korea's Busan port has said that its new BNCT container terminal has solved the problem of lack of capacity as it held an official opening ceremony for the ... LA port updates rail yard plans The Port of Los Angeles (LA) has updated its plans for its Southern California International Gateway (SCIG) rail yard plan - including boosting the operation period ... Panama Canal expansion five years on The USD5.25 billion expansion of the Panama Canal, which will enable 15,000TEU-class vessels to transit the waterway and double its capacity, was estimated to be ... MSC Flaminia: discharge begins, but cause of blaze still unknown Today, 75 days after a mid-Atlantic explosion ripped into one of its cargo holds, the 6,750TEU MSC Flaminia has begun discharging its cargo at ... BAL buys from Konecranes Bollore Africa Logistics (BAL), which is one of the largest operators of marine cargo-handling terminals in Africa, has placed orders with Konecranes, based in ... Sighting of 'green shoots' in box charter market It is probably a blip and may have something to do with the Chinese Golden Week holiday starting tomorrow, but containership brokers have reported a slight uptick ... 'If the brave don't lead the meek won't follow' That is how Andy Connell, business unit manager of shipping and logistics of Dole Foods South Africa, described Maersk Line's decision to substantially ramp up ...

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2012
Tech torches another cape A Ukrainian shipowner owner appears to have sent another of its ageing capesize bulkers to the breakers. Cape coup continues Transactions involving capesize bulkers kept the sale-and-purchase market on its toes in the final stretch of the week following reports that four modern units have changed hands. Norden leads 'eco' debate There is more to the fuel efficiency debate than cost savings, according to the head of Norden's tanker department. The clock is ticking More tanker companies are likely to go bust unless things pick up in the next six to 12 months, according to leading shipowners. ICAP extends reach TradeWinds digests the digits making the headlines this week. China in tanker spree A Chinese newspaper is reporting that a group of state owned shipping companies has placed a $4.5bn order for 50 VLCCs in a move to help domestic yards and increase China's energy security. Crew saved off Japan Japanese coast guards have evacuated seafarers from a burning Chinese cargoship on Friday. LSC stable The new CEO of Lithuanian Shipping Company (LSC) has admitted the owner faces difficulties. Time for consolidation We take a look at what was said in the market over the past week. Master goes missing The Chinese captain of a Hong Kong cargoship has disappeared off the Indian port of Krishnapatnam. Acta taking four Dutch owner Acta Marine is chartering three tugs and ordering a new one from Damen Shipyards. TK wraps up fundraiser Teekay Corporation has successfully concluded its bond sale on the Norwegian bond market. Fire hits Greek ship A Greek cargoship has been damaged by fire off Africa, but the crew is safe. GSI sounds alarm Guangzhou Shipyard International has braced investors for more bad news just a week after reporting that first half earnings had plunged by two thirds. NYK heads for loss Japanese shipping giant NYK has torn up its six-month profit forecast as revenue proved lower than expected. NAT denies shooting death Herbjorn Hansson of Nordic American Tankers (NAT) has denied reports that Russian guards on one of the company's tankers shot and killed a fisherman off Yemen after mistaking him for a pirate. Stranded bulker held The abandoned bulker OSM Arena has been refloated and arrested at the port of Chennai, India. BC blocks tanker growth Local politicians have rejected projects that would lead to an expansion of tanker traffic off the west coast of Canada. Zhuhai on spree China's Zhuhai High Speed Ferry Co has taken big stakes in five cruise, ferry and bunker companies. New fund targets offshore An investment advisory firm and a marine engineering company are teaming up to launch a new shipping fund. Dolans defend Dolan Siblings of an APL executive cleared on weapons charges in Dubai claim an unflattering photograph that appeared in Fox News reports about the case is not their brother. DNB trims LNG views DNB Markets has trimmed its earnings estimates and its share price targets for several LNG shipowners on weaker demand. Atwood back at Daewoo Atwood Oceanics has returned to Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering for a third ultra-deepwater drillship. Brazil to kick out RIG Transocean has 30 days to quit working in Brazil under an injunction served by a federal court late Thursday.

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2012
Rancor among Long Beach harbor commissioners A dispute among harbor commissioners has broken out at the Port of Long Beach in recent weeks, with one commissioner firing accusations of favoritism at two of his colleagues over the port's future relocation of its headquarters. CargoWise aims for rapid Mideast expansion CargoWise, which focuses on services for logistics service providers, will sell its ediEnterprise platform through ATMS in the region. ATMS has a regional office in Dubai as well as experience in many local markets. Brunswick sees growth in ro/ro, biofuel cargo Zim rationalizes Americas services Venue changed for VPA privatization hearing LA updates EIR for near-dock rail project DAT onboarding hopes to expedite freight movement Joining Technologies expands into supply chain Celadon in deal with Robinson Transport CN to power locomotives with natural gas Crowley christens new ATB Halifax port reaches out to Panama, China Canadian rail shippers want reform Coalition wants legislation that "would allow more balanced commercial relationships between railways and shippers. This would include the right to a service agreement between a rail company and a customer," backed by a dispute settlement mechanism. Marine insurance seminar to tackle variety of topics U.S., India sign competition agency MOU Regulatory agencies of the two countries signed an antitrust memorandum of understanding on Thursday to promote increased cooperation and communication. The MOU does not change existing law in either country. U.S., GCC strengthen trade ties Ex-Im Bank approves record loan

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2012
Global bunker prices remain flat throughout week Crude oil for October delivery rose 34 cents to close at $92.19/barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX) on Friday. Bunker market mixed as week ends Supplier tells Bunkerworld that demand was average on Friday. Officials respond to local concerns over fuel storage facility in St Kitts The $680 million facility will be built by American Tank and Vessel in two phases, with each phase consisting of the construction of a six-million-barrel storage tank. Hint of new tack to make progress in 'difficult' in GHG debate Head of Norway's MEPC delegation says maybe MBMs should be delayed and IMO focus on 'short term possible measures'. Container lines forecast decline in earnings on rising fuel costs 'Rates have come down, costs have gone up, fuel has gone up - it's becoming a problem.' Fujairah market closes week on firm note Fuel oil seen gaining up to $15 pmt in Middle East hub. Markets firm across region Double-digit gains for both fuel oil and distillates this Friday. ECA lubricant needs 'will diverge' in 2015 BP Marine says single lubricant solutions may not meet vessel needs in 'extreme' operating conditions. Hong Kong looks to EU example on low sulphur Make low sulphur compulsory in Hong Kong port, writes South China Morning Post. Bunker prices end week firm Office closures in Hong Kong and Busan next week due to public holidays. Wrist Group launches new bunker trading firm Singapore-headquartered Dynamic Oil Trading goes back to 'roots of bunkering'. Bunker tanker owner posts wider losses Regional tanker segment pulls Yujin deeper into the red even as its bunker tanker segment continues to hold up. Russian terminal eyes higher fuel oil export Plans to export some 12.5 million mt of fuel oil in 2012. Offshore firm takes delivery of second LNG-fuelled vessel 'Considerable saving' to use gas instead of gasoil at current prices, says Island Offshore.

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PORTS

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

Paris

It will become operational in 2027

COMPETITION

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

Rome

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

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation

PORTS

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

Rome

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

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

PORTS

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

Taranto

Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

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

LOGISTICS

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

Hedehusene

Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.

TRUCKING

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

Milan

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

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

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

PORTS

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

Antwerp

In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased

PORTS

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

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

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

SHIPPING

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

CRUISES

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

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

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

London/Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

LEGISLATION

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

Rome

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

PORTS

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

Los Angeles

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

SHIPPING

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

Seoul

The ships will be delivered by April 2029

PORTS

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

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

PIRACY

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

Kuala Lumpur

The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk

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

PORTS

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

La Spezia

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

ACCIDENTS

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

Batam

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

TRADE

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

Beijing

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

PORTS

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

Singapore

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

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference

LEGISLATION

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

Washington

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

SHIPPING

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

Oslo

From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton

TRADE

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

Washington

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

PORTS

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

Livorno

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

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

SHIPPING

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

Beijing

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

PORTS

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

Ankara

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

SHIPPING

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

Taipei/Keelung

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

SHIPPING

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

Brussels

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

Naples

Cruise passengers on the rise

PORTS

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

Washington

National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Madrid

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

SHIPPING

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

Haifa

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

INDUSTRY

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

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Santiago

An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%

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

SHIPPING

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

Cairo/Ismailia

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

PORTS

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

Naples/Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

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

PORTS

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

Ravenna

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

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

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

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

Los Angeles

Invitation to submit expressions of interest

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

PORTS

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

Geneva

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

SHIPPING

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

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

PORTS

Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054

Genoa

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

FREIGHT TERMINALS

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

Padua

PORTS

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

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

Hamburg

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

SHIPPING

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

Beijing

The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures

ACCIDENTS

New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden

Southampton

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

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

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

CRUISES

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

Hannover/Trieste

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

PORTS

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

Palermo

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

SHIPPING

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

Seoul

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

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

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

PORTS

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

Bremen

Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.

CRUISES

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

Catania

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

PORTS

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

Barcelona/Algeciras

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

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

Rome

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

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

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

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

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

SHIPPING

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

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Vado Ligure

Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata

SHIPPING

Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement

Naples

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

PORTS

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

Gioia Tauro

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

PORTS

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

La Spezia

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

PORTS

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

Istanbul

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

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

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

Valencia

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

PORTS

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

Long Beach

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPPING

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

Izmir

It will be held on a weekly basis

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

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

MARITIME SERVICES

Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome/Trieste

Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement

TAXES

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

Rome

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

COMPANIES

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

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

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

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

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

SHIPYARDS

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

Ismailia

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

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

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

PORTS

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

Hong Kong

A 16.3% drop was recorded in September

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

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

Trondheim/Brest

Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest

SHIPPING

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

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

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

Brussels

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

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

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

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

Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

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

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

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

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPYARDS

The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo

Palermo

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

SHIPPING

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

Hong Kong

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

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

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

OFFSHORE

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

Palermo

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

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

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

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

Taranto

Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas

ACCIDENTS

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

Amsterdam/London

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

PORTS

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

Rome

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

EDUCATION

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

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

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

Nola

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

SHIPPING

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

Vado Ligure

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

FINANCING

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

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

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

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

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

Gioia Tauro

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

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

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

PORTS

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

Livorno

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

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

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

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

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

Rome

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

SHIPPING

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

Athens

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

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

Rozzano

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

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

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

PORTS

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

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

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

Valencia

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

PORTS

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

Pozzallo

It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm

CRUISES

Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises

Monfalcone

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

MEETINGS

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

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

PORTS

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

Rome

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

EDUCATION

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

Genoa

The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed

LOGISTICS

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Rome

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

LOGISTICS

Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena

Mesero

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

OFFSHORE

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

San Donato Milanese

The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023

SHIPPING

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

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

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

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

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

Naples

Serious irregularities found on board

PORTS

Italian Ports:

Ancona

Genoa

Ravenna

Augusta

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

MEETINGS

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

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

MEETINGS

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

Lugano

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

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

(The Business Standard)

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

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

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

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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

Villorba

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

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

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

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

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

Venice

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

SHIPPING

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

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

The Eagle

The sale will be completed in the next few days

MEETINGS

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

Lugano

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

OFFSHORE

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

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

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

Ferrara

The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities

PORTS

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

London

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

PORTS

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

Taranto

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

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