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January 5, 2012
The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Training centre for shippers, logistics sector
    A SLOWDOWN can offer the chance for retraining, and the shippers and logistics sector have readily embraced that ethos.
  • Tanker glut shrinks to 7-week low
    A surplus of tankers competing to load two million-barrel cargoes of crude from ports in the Persian Gulf shrank to a seven-week low after bookings of the vessels accelerated to a record.
  • Key Baltic index slides to lowest in three months
    The Baltic Exchange's main sea freight index, which tracks rates to ship dry commodities, slid again on Tuesday, the lowest in around three months due to low fixing activity during the Christmas and New Year holidays.
  • Maersk unit to pay US$32m to settle suit
  • Maersk records biggest fleet increase in 2011

Sched Netweb site
  • Maersk Group CEO Andersen has heart surgery as Maersk box chief quits firm
  • Stricken 3,360-TEU Rena splits, but pieces hold together as boxes unloaded
  • Wan Hai and Sinotrans launch 1,200-TEU ships on north China-Taiwan loop
  • Japan box exports expected to shrink 2.3pc in fiscal 2011
  • Cross-strait shipping cuts estimated US$400 million from shippers' costs
  • Vast railway logistics facility built at Hefei west of Shanghai
  • Evergreen resurrects UAM pendulum to North America, Asia and Med
  • Chiquita Brands gives up reefer vessels in favour of containerships
  • Collyer launches on-line e-booking service with 24/7 shipper access
  • Singapore 2011 GDP up 4.8pc, but growth shrinks to 3.6pc in fourth quarter
  • Over Hutchison objections, APM Terminals wins 32-years at Lazaro Cardenas
  • US cold storage firm to open 2nd, 3rd units in Shanghai, Tianjin
  • Shenzhen's Jade Cargo suspends air freight service due to weak demand
  • New deal calls for Chongqing to launch flights to Los Angeles in 2012
  • Deccan Cargo looks for extra investor, new business model to boost coffers
  • Abu Dhabi air cargo volume rises 7pc in November, passengers up 16pc

Exim Indiaweb site
  • AIPA seeks upgradation of passenger facilities at Gateway, New Ferry Wharf
  • Lift & Shift expertly moves over 100 pieces of ODC for Mangalore projects
  • MSC announces rate restoration by $ 200 per TEU
  • Antwerp port's box throughput up to record 8.64 million TEUs in 2011
  • As demand wanes, sugar mills ask for more time to export
  • Tax refund for 18 services now available online
  • BLIA holds peace march in Gandhidham
  • Making the most of opportunities

International Transport Journalweb site
JANUARY 4, 2012
  • Grand Alliance and partners upgrading transatlantic service
    The Grand Alliance members Hapag-Lloyd, NYK and OOCL are collaborating with Hamburg Süd and ZIM to upgrade the tonnage deployed in their transatlantic service between Europe and th...
  • Downer Rail and Progress Rail USA win Tasmanian contract
    Downer Rail, in partnership with Progress Rail USA, has been awarded a contract by Tasmania's TasRail to design, build and deliver 17 new PR22L locomotives, modified to suit the Ta...
  • Demand for electric locomotives rising globally
    The global market for electric locomotives is set to grow solidly - and strongly in some regions - in the next few years, according to a study published by the German consultancy S...
  • Willi Betz selling LGI
    The German forwarding and transport enterprise Willi Betz is selling its logistics subsidiary LGI Logistics Group International to the two companies Kajo Neukirchen and M Cap Finan...
  • IRU sees OECD countries on brink of double dip recession
    The IRU's road transport indices, which allow GDP growth, road freight transport volumes and new vehicle registrations for 58 countries to be compared, forecast that OECD and EU co...
  • Bremerhaven top European automobile hub
    The BLG AutoTerminal Bremerhaven handled its two millionth car of the year on 27 December 2011. The hub thus equalled the records set in 2007 and 2008 and simultaneously took over ...
  • Cheng Wai Keung retiring as NOL chairman
    Cheng Wai Keung is set to retire from the NOL board at the AGM in April 2012. He will be replaced by Kwa Chong Seng, who has been appointed the NOL board's director with effect fro...
  • Substantial cargo investments planned at Liege airport
    Belgium's Liege airport has finalised an investment programme as part of its strategy for expansion. More than EUR 11 million will be invested in 2012, targeting the construction o...
  • Fiege expanding industrial logistics services for Döllken
    The Fiege Group, a logistics provider from Greven (Germany), took over the in-house logistics for Döllken Kunststoffverarbeitung, a polymer-processor based in Gladbeck (Germany), o...
  • Ceva signs five-year contract with Eurofred Group in Iberia
    The logistics and SCM specialist Ceva Logistics has signed a five-year agreement with Eurofred, a leading distributor of equipment for domestic, commercial and industrial air condi...
  • Lufthansa Cargo names Matthias Eberle as head of communications
    Matthias Eberle is set to become the head of Lufthansa Cargo's communications unit on 1 April 2012. Eberle, an economics journalist, currently manages the foreign affairs desk of t...
  • Cargoitalia ceases operations
    The Italian all-cargo carrier Cargoitalia, founded in 2004, is being wound up. The airline's fleet of three MD-11Fs has been grounded since 21 December.
  • Ethiopian Airlines now serves Muscat
    Ethiopian began nonstop flights from Addis Ababa to Muscat, the capital of Oman, on 27 December 2011, the airline's seventh destination in the Middle East and 63rd worldwide. Musca...
  • Varova managing director to lead Finnish family firms body
    Pekka Laitinen, the managing director of Varova, an international transport and forwarding company based in Helsinki (Finland), has been appointed as chairman of the Finnish Family...
  • Manica Group Namibia new WWPC member
    Manica Logistics, a part of the Manica Group in Namibia, has been appointed as an exclusive member of the Worldwide Project Consortium (WWPC). Manica Logistics has operational cent...

Marine Logweb site
JANUARY 4, 2012
  • Kings Point starts work on strategic plan
  • Economy, regional regulations and piracy make 2012 a challenging year, says BIMCO
  • High speed cats ordered for planned Florida-Cuba ferry service
  • NNS takes over nuclear reactor maintenance at Kesselring site
  • New Secretary General reshuffles IMO bureaucracy
  • Jensen Maritime designs ASD tugboats for Caribbean TugZ
  • Ezra Holdings promotes two

World Wide Shipperweb site
JANUARY 4, 2012
  • Kalama Port Commission names Wilson deputy director
  • DOT eyes new rules for passenger train emergencies
  • Union Pacific sets contest to remake classic commercial
  • Boeing plans to close BDS facility in Wichita
  • Bareboat charter expires for TOP Ships Inc.

Lloyd's Listweb site
JANUARY 4, 2012
  • Bank lenders object to legal fees in Marco Polo Chapter 11 case
    Debtors' counsel stand by their bills, describe them as reasonable and necessary
  • Box line 2011 losses forecast to top $5bn
    Fight for market share slashed spot rates by 50% on key routes
  • China draws the veil over Valemaxes
    VLOC's Dalian debut signals a changing political mood
  • From leader to Lone Ranger
    No longer the biggest gunslinger on the Asia-Europe trades, Maersk still packs a punch
  • Frontline faces a fresh start in 2012
    Deal to pump some assets and all debt into a new Fredriksen-backed company frees tanker giant to fight another day
  • Survival strategies for 2012
    How to stay ahead in a tough market
  • How long until tanker companies have to write-down vessel values?
    Few can afford to follow Frontline's lead
  • Fresh insolvencies likely as ship values set to fall further
    An ill wind blows through shipping finance, with fresh insolvencies likely
  • Volume hike brings false hope
    The new year has started well for container lines but there is little to suggest the industry about to enjoy a repeat of 2010
  • Box industry needs new year resolution to slim down
    Box lines must shed excess tonnage
  • Vintage vessels set to lose most from Iran's threat to close Hormuz
    If Iran follows through on threat, 1990s-built vessels will struggle to find any work
  • Shipping industry in Bahrain still on alert
    Hopes of a peaceful compromise with protesters have been raised by the launching of an independent inquiry, but three issues now complicate decision making in 2012
  • UK officer cadets set to pay for training
    MNTB exploring possibility of financial contribution
  • Telling lies about cargo can cost lives
    Liquefaction of hazardous cargo has claimed four ships in a year
  • Slow going for VLCCs
    Fourth quarter saw speeds average 13.1 kts
  • SK Energy boosts Iranian oil imports
    Move by South Korean refiner comes amid rising tension in the Strait of Hormuz
  • Catlin upgrades kidnap and ransom offering
    Insurer unveils new venture with Drum Cussac and Compass Risk Management
  • Frontline secures 20% up-front reduction on DHT Holdings VLCC charter hire
    John Fredriksen company to pay difference next year, but deal expected to further squeeze DHT cash flow in 2012
  • Capesizes see post-Christmas plunge
    Charter rates plunge 20% as weak fixing activity erodes prices
  • Greek VLCC owner pulls in hefty premium for North Sea to China voyage
    Very large crude carrier to make first UK shipment to China in a year
  • Boxship charters fall to standard $7,000 per day across size sectors
    Maersk Line shocks market with an even lower daily rate of just $5,300
  • Sekimizu shakes it up
    The new IMO secretary-general has made intelligent choices for what promises to be a demanding year for the UN agency
  • US shipowners to suffer from Deepwater Horizon fallout
    Litigation arising from upcoming BP trial to put further pressure on employers
  • Capacity squeeze drives box rates up
    Cargo left on quaysides following sharp surge in volume
  • CMA CGM takes DP World stake in Marseilles container terminal
    French carrier now has full control of MET
  • End-game at Port of Auckland as Fonterra threatens to quit
    Bosses make 'best and final offer' to strikers
  • Cancellations will hit 7% of the South Korean orderbook in 2012
    Analyst predicts fall will stem from orders placed before the 2008 collapse

Fairplayweb site
JANUARY 4, 2012
  • TORM faces delisting
    DANISH product tanker specialist TORM confirmed today it has been warned by NASDAQ on a potential delisting of its American Depository Shares
  • BIMCO sees more glut
    BIMCO has predicted that despite a tonnage glut now plaguing markets, the global drybulk fleet will grow by at least 12% this year
  • Puntland hails EU pirate attack proposal
    OFFICIALS in Somalia's Puntland region have reportedly welcomed an EU scheme to attack onshore pirate redoubts
  • VLCC momentum holding
    BROKERS told Fairplay today VLCC owners can expect continued rate momentum as the New Year unfolds
  • Oz owners back lockout
    AUSTRALIA'S shipowners' grouping has supported DPW's lockout of workers at Port Adelaide
  • Maersk snaps back
    AMONG liners that raised capacity last year, Maersk recorded the biggest fleet growth, adding 392,000teu, an 18% rise year on year, a sector report said today
  • Shortsea sector hungover
    SHORTSEA bulk and breakbulk trades in Europe remain sluggish this week, with brokers quoting a huge overhang in spot and prompt tonnage
  • Galveston approves coal export scheme
    GALVESTON port officials have approved plans for a $700M coal export facility on nearby Pelican Island
  • Seoul vehicle exports rise
    STRONG overseas demand was behind a year-on-year rise in vehicles exported by South Korea's five automakers, IHS Automotive reported today
  • Seoul LNG imports drop 35%
    SOUTH Korea imported 35% less LNG y/y in November, as a moderate winter cut the world's second-biggest LNG importer's heating demand
  • 'K' Line switches to defense
    'K' LINE plans a defensive strategy to deal with shipping's oversupply and slowing economic growth

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JANUARY 4, 2012
  • Chinese Airlines Won't Pay EU Carbon Tax
    China's airlines won't pay any charges under the European Union's new carbon trading scheme, while other Asian airlines, including Cathay...
  • Heavy-Haul Operator Buys Flatbed Trucker
    Trucking and logistics operator Walden Smokey Point is expanding flatbed operations by acquiring E.W. Wylie Trucking of West Fargo, N.D....
  • Clarion, DHL to Develop Brazilian Logistics Facilities
    Real estate firm Clarion Partners and the real estate arm of DHL Supply Chain, with an unnamed client as partner,...
  • Canadian Ports Say US-Bound Traffic Has Fallen
    Four Canadian ports said Wednesday their share of U.S.-bound containerized cargo has dropped in the last decade, contrary to the...
  • Patriot Rail Restructures Management Team
    Short line and regional freight railroad holding company Patriot Rail Corp. has announced a restructuring of its operations management team,...
  • Jade Cargo Temporarily Suspends Service
    Jade Cargo International, a joint venture between Lufthansa Cargo and Shenzhen Airlines, is temporarily grounding its fleet of six 747-400s...
  • Analyst Downgrades UP Despite High Earnings Outlook
    Stifel Nicolaus downgraded the stock of Union Pacific from "buy" to "hold" Tuesday despite the investment research firm forecasting higher...
  • Former Port of Long Beach Chief McJunkin Dies
    James H. McJunkin, who directed the Port of Long Beach from 1977 to 1988, a period of rapid growth, died...
  • GE Transportation Buys Rail Software Firm
    GE Transportation acquired rail industry software developer RMI from The Carlyle Group, expanding its transportation software and optimization business. ...
  • US Containerized Imports Rose 5 Percent in November
    U.S. containerized imports rose 5 percent in November, led by a spurt in furniture shipments, in their fastest year-over-year increase...
  • FTR Says HOS Changes Make Truck Shortage 'Less Likely'
    Limited changes in truck driver hours of service regulations make a severe trucking capacity shortage "much less likely" in 2012,...
  • Drewry Says Container Lines Lost $5.2 Billion in 2011
    Container shipping lines could lose as much as $5.2 billion in 2011 despite a projected growth in global demand of...
  • Japanese Lines Warn of Tough Year Ahead
    Japan's top three ocean carriers are girding for a difficult 2012 amid vessel overcapacity and sluggish European and U.S. economies,...
  • Maersk to Pay US $31.9 Million to Settle Suit
    Maersk Line Ltd. will pay the U.S. government $31.9 million to settle allegations that the U.S.-flag subsidiary of the world's...
  • China Production Advantage Erodes as US, Mexico Gain
    The cost advantage of manufacturing products in low-cost manufacturing locations in Asia will erode in comparison to the U.S. and...
  • Growing US-Iran Tensions Threaten Global Shipping
    A freight transportation analyst is warning escalating tensions between Iran and the United States over the Strait of Hormuz could...
  • APM Terminals Takes Over Top Scandinavian Gateway
    APM Terminals took over operations Wednesday of Scandinavia's largest container terminal at Sweden's Port of Gothenburg. The facility handles...
  • Trans-Pacific Spot Rate Jumps 27.6 Percent
    Average trans-Pacific spot rates jumped in the first week of the New Year as the carrier members of the Trans-Pacific...
  • MSC Shifts Some Cargo Out of Freeport, Bahamas
    Mediterranean Shipping is shifting some containerized cargo the carrier normally transships at its Bahamian hub of Freeport to other ports...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
JANUARY 4, 2012
  • Dubai's general commerce trade surges
    Dubai's non-oil total trade, which includes direct trade, free zone trade, and customs warehouse trade, exceeded AED814(USD221.6) billion by the end of Q3 11, up ...
  • Transpac rate rise dismissed as 'short term phenomenon'
    Transpacific spot rates have continued their week-by-week rises - a trend that began just before Christmas and which has been put down to a combination ...
  • Maersk fined USD31.9 million in US
    Maersk Line has agreed to pay an out of court settlement of USD31.9 million to the US Government to resolve allegations that it submitted false claims for inflated ...
  • DP World Vancouver signs deal with Nanaimo
    DP World Vancouver and the Nanaimo Port Authority (NPA), which owns cargo-handling facilities and a cruise terminal on Vancouver Island have entered into a three ...
  • Japanese carrier presidents highlight oversupply as major challenge for 2012
    An increased focus on emerging markets and better quality customer service are some main points to come out of the New Year messages of Japan's three ...
  • Rena in danger of breaking up
  • Ngqura CT expansion could be delayed
    South Africa's Transnet SOS has indicated that expansion work at its Ngqura Container Terminal (NCT) could be delayed as a consequence of the capsizing ...

TradeWindsweb site
JANUARY 4, 2012
  • CSAV nears MSC pact
    Capacity modification may be in the cards for Black Sea service as liner giants prepare to seal strategic partnership.
  • Drewry smells blood in the water
    Liner market analyst says small fish may 'disappear' this year amid fears that collective 2011 losses could top $5.2bn.
  • Dahlman lifts Frontline
    John Fredriksen-controlled tanker firm waves farewell to sell tag following $500m restructuring.
  • Intercargo hits out
    Loss of Vinalines Queen shows shipowners did not heed warnings, drybulk association says.
  • DHT redraws FRO charter
    Svein Moxnes Harfjeld at the helm as US-listed tanker owner signs off on VLCC rate reduction and payment plan.
  • Libya boost for tankers
    Aframax rates could start to rise again as 1m barrels of crude lined up to lift from Waha Oil's Es Sider terminal.
  • Clarksons to top City
    Andi Case-led broker will beat full-year profit tips thanks in part to a strong December for its sale and purchase desk.
  • Meadway supramax escapes
    Greek bulker with armed guards survives a clash with pirates in the Gulf of Aden.
  • Viking passenger numbers dip
    But Finnish ro-pax operator sees cargo volumes rise 3% in 2011.
  • Ezra appoints from within
    Singapore-listed offshore outfit promotes two top executives as it eyes global charge.
  • Maersk pulls away at the top
    World's largest containership operator extends its lead over MSC as its fleet increases by almost one fifth in 2011.

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JANUARY 4, 2012
  • Fuel-saving upgrade gets underway
    Three cross-channel vessels expected to cut their bunker consumption by around 10%.
  • Strong gains in Fujairah hub
    Prices for 380 cSt product jump by $26.
  • Bunker prices jump across European markets
    Crude oil prices showing losses in early trading.
  • Shipping association warns against regional regulations
    BIMCO says 'global perspective' must prevail.
  • Study to examine conversion of steamships to LNG
    Great Lakes project to look at feasibility of converting old steamships to run on LNG, and explore supply chain.
  • Trader reports 'problems' meeting low sulphur regulations
    Pakistan State Oil buys fuel oil at 'higher premiums'.
  • Ferry operator highlights fuel costs
    Viking Line warns that bunker costs are likely to pull down earnings year-on-year.
  • Asian bunker prices show double-digit hikes in mid-week
    Supplies tight in Singapore, Hong Kong and Busan.
  • 'Light at the end of the tunnel' in 2013
    Slow steaming should become the global standard, says President of MOL.
  • Tight IFO supplies easing in Colombo
    Replenishment cargoes have arrived.
  • Buckeye's BORCO offshore jetty goes operational
    Offshore jetty is BORCO's second facility which can accommodate VLCC vessels.
  • Hong Kong 380 cSt supplies 'extremely' tight
    Delays in replenishment cargoes means avails are expected to remain tight.
  • Titan Petrochemicals appoints new CEO
    Cai Jian Jun Henry will become Titan's CEO with effect from January 3, 2012.

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