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March 5, 2012
The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Baltic index's gain smallest in six sessions
    The Baltic Dry Index, a measure of global commodity-shipping costs, gained the least in six sessions on Friday as a surplus of vessels prevented owners from boosting freight rates.
  • IMO set to clash with EU on vessel CO2 emissions
    The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is making little headway on market-based measures to curb carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from international shipping, putting it on a policy collision course with the European Union, observers said last Saturday.

Sched Netweb site
  • Asia-Europe rates soar 71pc to US$1,412/TEU as transpacific slips 0.8pc
  • CMA CGM ups Asia-Europe rates US$408/TEU, adds 5 surcharges from April
  • New MSC ship accident: 4,437-TEU Carole runs aground on reef off Jakarta
  • OOCL raises rates on southeast Asia-Oz trade US$200/TEU from April
  • Sydney's Port Botany volume increases 2pc to 621,000 TEU in 2011
  • SeaCube box lessor 2011 profit rises 27pc to US$44 million, sales up 23pc
  • Guangzhou and Maoming joins hands on port projects
  • OOCL switches terminals in New York and Le Havre on Atlantic Express loop
  • Bangladeshi exporters lose their Singapore bypass service to China
  • Delhi earmarks US$305 million to dredge Mumbai's JN port to 14 metres
  • Union Pacific CEO Young takes leave for pancreatic cancer treatment
  • Asia Maritime 2012 holds 3-day Singapore conference March 14-16
  • Erratum: Asia-West Africa Trade Agreement GRI notice wrongly dated
  • Evergreen links up with NYK, Hanjin, Hyundai on South America service
  • China Southern experiments with Shanghai-Sydney cargo flight service
  • Royal Jordanian EU carbon tax surcharge unsettles Indian forwarders
  • Changi Budget Terminal closes Sept 25, to be replaced by Terminal 4

Exim Indiaweb site
  • Adoption of global containerised freight e-commerce continues to expand
  • APM Terminals Inland Services inks MoU to start CFS operations in Kochi
  • Capesize charter costs could drop further
  • Govt mulls insurance cover for ships moving Iran oil
  • Lift and Shift achieves an extraordinary high in heavy lift/project cargo transport in India
  • Rear Admiral (retd) Shrawat appointed Mazagon Dock CMD
  • Shippings impact on world oceans well regulated: ICS
  • Tolani Shipping assures full cooperation in investigation into collision incident off Kerala coast
  • Vijay Tanks & Vessels ships colossal storage sphere to Australia
  • Customs duty hike on power gear imports to be announced in Budget
  • Exports increase 10.1 pc in Jan. to $ 25.34 bn
  • Exports to Iran to increase, says Fieo
  • Iran pays Indian exporters in rupees
  • Ministry plans hike in steel import duty
  • ' slips to 3-wk low of 49.50/51
  • EU steps have eased global slowdown threat: IMF
  • Forex reserves zoom to $295 bn
  • Trade deficit nears $ 150 bn
  • India, China plan maritime dialogue to augment trust
  • India's largest zinc sulphate plant inaugurated
  • Combined WWPC power moves 54 wind turbines from Spain to Ethiopia via Djibouti
  • Multitrade Spain manages massive 336 railcar transportation project from Spain to Venezuela
  • Rickmers-Linie expands China coverage

Marine Logweb site
MARCH 2, 2012
  • Germany's FSG books order for versatile project cargo duo
  • Statoil to invite tenders for a new type of jack-up rig
  • Coast Guard detains Singapore-flagged car carrier

World Wide Shipperweb site
MARCH 2, 2012
  • Celebration marks arrival of Emirates flights to Sea-Tac
  • U.S. railroads post up/down numbers for week
  • NYK Group earns recognition for 2011 environmental report
  • Olympia Port Commission Oks deal with Lorig Associates
  • Coast Guard taps Seattle native as top reserve enlisted person

Lloyd's Listweb site
MARCH 2, 2012
  • Shipping defaults could wipe out some banks' equity
    Germans in firing line due to KG exposure
  • SCFI gains a fifth as Asia-Europe box rates soar
    Surge in Shanghai Containerised Freight Index provides further evidence of box lines' success in ramping up westbound rates from Asia
  • Can the Asia-Europe boxlines make spring rates hikes stick?
    Newbuildings threaten further imbalance between supply and demand
  • NYSE to delist Horizon Lines common stock
    Jones Act liner major loses appeal against October suspension notice
  • Petrobras books Euronav ULCC for storage
    Brokers report TI Europe fixed for six months, with options, at just $20,000 a day
  • Optimistic DVB to hike lending in 2012
    Banker worried about shipbuilding capacity and run-down ships
  • Höegh LNG inks 10-year charter with Lithuania for newbuilding regas unit
    Norwegian company says deal will generate $50m a year
  • SISI sees slower growth in global cargo throughput this year
    Lacklustre global economy weighs on sentiment
  • Goldman Sachs and Fredriksen linked to Torm restructuring
    Investment bank tight-lipped over reports of proposed equity deal
  • NewLead opts for one-for-five reverse split
    Greece-based owner moves to regain compliance with Nasdaq rules on minimum bid price
  • Brokers' hopes dashed as capesize rates flatten
    Chinese new year bounce-back proves short-lived
  • Chinese iron ore imports under threat from ramped-up domestic mining
    Mixed signals regarding 2011 demand for foreign iron ore could hit capesize market
  • Lloyd Fonds KG fund in insolvency threat
    Fund seeks fresh capital amid a wave of insolvencies
  • Bashing the bankers
    Defaults are putting lenders under severe stress
  • Lyttleton Port Christchurch defers cruise berth decision
    New Zealand construction costs soar after earthquake
  • MEND offers to negotiate release of crew held by Nigeria pirates
    But expert suggests links between pirates and anti-oil militants
  • Will GRIs come to grief?
    It is far too early to hail last week's rate hikes as a success
  • UK government shuns industry-led standards for armed guards
    Lancaster House conference on Monday will take first steps creating new regime
  • Oriental Precision placed under creditors' restructuring
    South Korean machinery maker suffers amid industry woes
  • SCI cancels Iranian crude shipment after insurers deny coverage
    Suexmax fixture halted last month ahead of tougher European sanctions
  • Statoil to tender new type of $500m rig
    Norwegian oil group will use 'cat J' rigs to drill in mature oil fields off of Norway
  • Japanese buyers seek force majeure for Iran contracts
    Pressure builds to add clause to insurance agreements from April
  • Ezra builds warchest for subsea projects
    Singapore-listed offshore contractor sells 5.6% of its stake in Ezion
  • Second ballast water system taken off the market
    Pulled technology had secured type approval
  • Ningbo box volume growth soars in February
    Shippers scramble to move cargo ahead of Asia-Europe price hikes
  • Capital market enthusiasm for shipping remains muted, owners told
    IPOs are currently viable for LNG carrier owners but the sector is an exception
  • Detained Beluga Participation in insolvency case
    Questions who owns vessel held in Mumbai
  • Hanjin joins April general rates push
    South Korean boxline plans $400 per teu hike on Asia-Europe trades

Fairplayweb site
MARCH 2, 2012
  • Cruising grilled on taxes
    A PROMINENT US lawmaker has questioned whether the cruise industry is paying its fair share of US taxes
  • NewLead goes for split
    NEWLEAD Holdings today announced a 1-for-5 reverse stock split to bring its share price comfortably above NASDAQ's minimum
  • Allied stuck in crosshairs
    GREEK drybulk operator Allied Maritime is being besieged by legal action and allegations of unpaid bills, court documents reveal
  • Three found guilty in 1988 ferry terrorism
    A FRENCH court today convicted three men for their part in a 1988 terrorist attack on a Greek ferry that left nine people dead and 100 injured
  • Far East/Europe box rates jump
    SPOT RATES on key Far East/Europe trade lanes jumped markedly higher this week, driven by liners' push for increases, Arctic Securities said
  • Pacific Basin shares rally
    HONG KONG drybulk shipper Pacific Basin's shares today closed 6% higher at HK$4.23 ($0.545), despite posting lower annual profits yesterday
  • Maybulk seen coiled for S&P strike
    MAYBULK, which has been largely absent from the S&P and newbuilding markets, might be returning this year, a shipping analyst said today
  • UK deals focus on pirate suspect transfers
    THE UK has initiated a range of steps to counter piracy since last week's Somalia conference
  • Nickel drives Supramax surge
    THE INFLUX of coal and nickel ore cargoes has sparked a Pacific Supramax rate climb this week
  • ISS pushes into logistics
    ISS CEO Claus Hyldager has completed the port agency specialist's restructuring, which he told Fairplay would "ensure balance across the regions, yet provide much-needed flexibility"
  • VLCCs rise on March coverage
    CHARTERING of VLCCs has surged this week with players rushing to cover voyages for the last two weeks of March

The Journal of Commerceweb site
MARCH 2, 2012
  • Horizon Boosts Rates on Puerto Rican Trade Lanes
    Horizon Lines said Friday it will raise freight rates on cargo moving between the U.S. and Puerto Rico as of...
  • Trans-Pacific Containerized Trade: Interactive Graphic
    How many TEUs did Japan export to the U.S. in 2009? What is the forecast for U.S. containerized trade with...
  • Rate, Surcharge Update for Week of Feb. 27- March 2
    Mediterranean Shipping imposed a general rate increase on westbound cargo from India to North Europe and the...
  • Pantos Logistics Opens Dutch Logistics Center
    Pantos Logistics recently opened a roughly 31,000-square-foot logistics center near the Port of Rotterdam to distribute vehicle parts across Europe....
  • India's Port Nehru Gets Closer to Handling Larger Ships
    The Port of Jawaharlal Nehru (Nhava Sheva) will be able to handle deep-draft vessels and expand throughput capacity in roughly...
  • James River Coal Expects Shipment Growth via CSX, NS
    James River Coal in 2012 expects to ship at least 3.3 percent more coal from the Midwest and Central Appalachia...
  • West Coast Ports' Long Haul
    When U.S. ports in the Pacific Northwest talk about rival Prince Rupert, British Columbia, words such as "diversion" and "unfair...
  • Currency for Trade
    February's visit to the U.S. by China's likely next leader, Xi Jinping, provides policymakers and business leaders in both countries...
  • Export Growth Loses Steam
    U.S. containerized exports started 2011 with a bang before slowing in the fourth quarter, but the outbound business finished the...
  • Mixed Bag in Asia-US Trade
    2011 was a year of contrasts in the Asia-U.S. trade. U.S. containerized imports from Asia were essentially flat, inching up...
  • Port Possibilities
    Republicans are hoping the bankruptcy of solar panel manufacturer Solyndra will create a Watergate-like scandal for Democrats. The GOP is...
  • Trucking Pioneer Henry Vander Pol Dead at 95
    Henry Vander Pol, a trucking pioneer who helped establish two motor carriers in the Pacific Northwest, died Wednesday in Auburn,...
  • EEOC Sues Celadon Trucking For Illegal Medical Exams
    The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is suing Celadon Trucking for allegedly requiring prospective employees submit to illegal medical tests....
  • Celadon Trucking Acquires Teton Assets, Drivers
    Celadon Trucking will get trucks, trailers and, perhaps most important, badly needed truck drivers from its purchase of Teton Transportation's...
  • Union Pacific CEO Young Takes Medical Leave
    James Young, chairman, president and CEO of Union Pacific Corp., the largest U.S. railroad, will take a medical leave of...
  • 2 Million TEU Port to Open in UAE in Late 2012
    The Abu Dhabi Port Co. plans to open a port with an initial annual capacity of 2 million 20-foot equivalent...
  • Indexing World Trade
    At times, it seems the only thing shippers, forwarders and carriers share is a common mantra: They say they want...
  • Swapping Data
    It's fine to have an opinion but better to base the opinion on facts, especially if millions of dollars are...
  • New Winds Blowing
    As the industry gathers in Long Beach this week for the 12th Annual TPM Conference, shippers face a more complex...
  • Looking Ahead
    When shippers, ocean carriers and others gathered for The Journal of Commerce's annual Trans-Pacific Maritime Conference three years ago in...
  • Broker Caught In the Line of Fire
    Q: You've addressed the issue of brokers paying carriers and carriers not paying subcontractors many times, yet I find myself...
  • Hanjin Will Boost Asia-Europe Rates Again
    Hanjin Shipping joined other carriers on Friday in announcing a second round of freight rate increases on its westbound Asia-Europe...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
MARCH 2, 2012
  • Auckland port dispute to end in court
    That seems to be the only way forward from the intransigence emitting from both the Port of Auckland's [PoA] management and the Maritime Union of New Zealand's ...
  • MSC transfers big vessels into transpacific tradelane
  • Bunkers spike another USD13 in morning trade
    Ocean carriers and short-sea operators are nervously watching the oil markets again after the cost of Rotterdam-sourced IFO 380 soared by USD13 per tonne in trading ...
  • DFDS slips in Q4 11
    Denmark-based DFDS saw its profitability slump in Q4 2011. Compared to Q3 11, its revenue fell by 12%, down to DKK2,746 (USD479) million, out of which operating ...
  • MSC boxship sub-let from Maersk, owned by Seaspan steams into Jakarta reef
    APL - which has a slot charter agreement with Maersk Line on its China - Australia - New Zealand VSA service operated by the Danish carrier and Geneva's MSC - has ...
  • CMA CGM joins rate increasing bandwagon
    CMA CGM has joined the list of ocean carriers seeking a second bite of the freight rate cherry in the tradelane from Asia to Europe. It has announced that it will ...
  • Eurozone jobless hits new record, but pain mainly in Spain
    Unemployment in the 17 nation eurozone rose again in January to 10.7% - there are now 16.9 million people out of work in the single currency states. However, the ...
  • RCL also suffers from 'weak shipping environment'
    Posting a full-year net loss of THB780 (USD25.8) million for 2011, Thai-based intra-Asia carrier, Regional Container Line [RCL], said that 'continued over-capacity ...

TradeWindsweb site
MARCH 2, 2012
  • SBLK cape in Turkish scrape
    Jewel of Star Bulk Carriers' capesize stable out of commission after scraping bottom on entry to port of Eregli.
  • BLT enlists reinforcements
    Cash-strapped Indonesian owner crowns restructuring commander as concerns over depth of financial troubles mount.
  • NewLead readies split
    Greek owner lines up cure for Nasdaq deficiencies as share price lingers below key threshold.
  • Solvang back at HHI
    Oslo-listed LPG operator returns to Korean yard for a second Very Large Gas Carrier.
  • Threat sparks ship evacuation
    Passengers disembarked as crew conduct security sweep of ship after hoax message.
  • Troim: no rush with cash
    John Fredriksen's lieutenant says tycoon will take his time before splashing the $1bn burning a hole in his pocket from Seadrill share sale.
  • SBM Offshore takes a $1bn hit
    Eyewatering impairments push Dutch offshore specialist to a massive loss as platform pain goes on.
  • Yard in bankruptcy fight
    Mykolaiv court starts proceedings against Chernomorsky two weeks after it posted annual profit.
  • Nigerians confirm capture
    Trio of seafarers snatched from a Dutch reefer off the coast of Nigeria this week are alive and well.
  • Sinochem saves Dorval
    Japanese tanker owner planning joint venture with Chinese petrochemical trader in bid to take it out of court administration.
  • Tzitzis and Papalios team up
    Greek owners in the market for tonnage for Icon Shipping partnership
  • Farstad ditches old Ladies
    Karl-Johan Bakken-led company sells early 80s built anchor handlers.
  • Matching investment and talk
    Derivatives defended, the merits of avoiding business contraction and fitting in time for sleep in a crisis.

American Shipper - Ocean newsweb site
MARCH 2, 2012
  • K+N offers wireless temperature control
  • Conrad: Smaller TP lines a 'barometer of the trade'
  • Coast Guard detains ship in Portland
  • Union Pacific CEO takes medical leave
  • Delmas adds Algeciras to 5 West Africa loops
  • Hanjin raises Asia-Europe rates
  • Blue Tree, McLeod Software integrate
  • Pantos opens in Holland
  • Mercedes promotes FleetBoard in Ireland
  • CMA CGM's Asia-Europe rate increase plans

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
MARCH 2, 2012
  • Bunker prices surge across the Americas
    Demand in Cartagena was busy due to low volumes, according to players in the region.
  • Global bunker market experiences volatile week
    Bunker prices experience volatile week on back of a tense crude market falling victim to supply rumours.
  • Emulsion fuel producer gains increasing investor attention
    Investors looked for more information on why shares in producer of emulsion fuels had risen almost 50% in three days.
  • No consensus on outstanding part to GHG agreement
    Disappointment at MEPC 63 as a resolution needed before a new part of MARPOL Annex VI enters into force remains contested.
  • New fuel efficiency monitoring system launched
    Transas estimates that optimal operation of technology could lead to fuel savings of approximately 5%.
  • Bunker prices jump in European ports
    NYMEX showing losses of more than $1 in early trading.
  • Gazpromneft Marine Bunker looking for 10% growth
    New barge acquired for St. Petersburg operations.
  • Prices firm across Middle East and Africa
    Quiet market activity in Suez.
  • Reefer company reports widening losses
    Blames high bunker prices and falling freight raters.
  • Sanctions against Iran hit Fujairah bunker market
    'Fujairah's loss and a big gain for Singapore,' says trader.
  • Bunker prices firming in key Asian ports
    Demand 'below average', say traders.
  • US agencies finalise restoration plans of Cosco Busan spill
    A total of $32.3 million will be spent on a variety of restoration projects, says NOAA.
  • Norway-based shipowner orders second LNG-powered forage carrier
    Rolls Royce NVC 401 Forage Carrier powered by Bergen C-Series gas engine.
  • 'Strong performance' in Grindrod's bunker business
    Company says it is in discussions for the 'potential' sale of 50% of its bunker business.
  • US bankruptcy court approves Genmar disclosure statement
    Approval of disclosure statement allows Genmar to solicit approval of reorganisation plan.
  • Sinopec Zhoushan monthly bunker sales volume down 15%
    Company sold 187,600 mt of bonded bunkers in February 2012.
  • Markets in the Americas fluctuate on crude concerns
    Crude oil prices rose above $110 a barrel for the first time since May.

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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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