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September 5, 2012
Sched Netweb site
  • Hong Kong's Hutchison shuts down Amsterdam terminal as volumes collapse
  • Guangzhou to build rail line connected to Nansha container terminal
  • Idle fleet expected to grow with returning charters first to be laid up
  • CSCL posts first half loss of US$203 million despite 15pc more box volume
  • CSAV first half loss up to US$345 million, but result better than 2011
  • China's railway ministry reports US$1.4 billion loss in first half
  • Ministry of Railways plans launch of ID-based online cargo booking system
  • China's logistics sector costs up 11.8pc in first seven months
  • South Carolina to pay US$300 million for Charleston harbour dredging
  • Lexmark selects Kuehne + Nagel as its logistics provider in Europe
  • Indian Shipping Minister counters speculation on cabotage reform ruling
  • Kunming and Haiphong launch cross-border vehicle passenger-cargo service
  • GAC expands oil and gas operations from new warehouse in Laredo, Texas
  • TOC focuses on emerging markets vastly expanding Mideast box trade
  • Pains Wessex showcases new marine distress signal at Hamburg fair
  • El Al's cargo sales off 7.2pc as quarterly loss narrows to US$6.2 million
  • Chinese airline and railway sectors suffer declines in first half
  • US FAA conducts inquiry into easing use of mobiles, tablets on planes

Exim Indiaweb site
SEPTEMBER 4, 2012
  • NYK President meets with Captains & Chief Engineers to discuss safe ship operations
  • TT Club helps JIFFA revise Forwarder's Cargo Receipt
  • India, Asean pledge to conclude services agreement negotiations by December
  • CLC calls for conciliation proceedings today
  • First phase of Abu Dhabi's Khalifa container port opens
  • New W. Bengal Major Port may come up at Sagar Island
  • PPP to remain key model for port infra development: Vasan
  • CONCOR NWR felicitates top performers at 16th annual awards
  • NHAI expansion Bill passed
  • Eighteen iron ore mines in Karnataka allowed to resume production
  • Exempt exporters from penalty for failing to meet obligations: ISMA
  • Exports drop 15 pc in July; annual target unlikely to be met

International Transport Journalweb site
SEPTEMBER 4, 2012
  • Doha does it like Berlin
    After the never-ending story about the delayed inauguration of the new airport for the German capital Berlin (cf. ITJ Daily of 9 May 2012), New Doha international airport (NDIA) in...
  • New CFO for Signature Flight Support
    Signature Flight Support Corporation has appointed the Finnish national Sami T. Teittinen as chief financial officer. As a member of the executive management team, Teittinen will b...
  • GE unveils first tier 4 heavy-haul locomotive
    USA-based GE Transportation recently unveiled the prototype for its next Evolution series locomotive that will decrease key emissions by more than 70% and save railroad customers m...
  • Oil products shipped by rail for Russian domestic market up 2.8%
    In the first seven months of 2012, 74.7 million t of crude oil and petroleum products for the Russian domestic market were carried by rail, 2.8% more than in the same period in 201...
  • Number of road freight operators falling in the UK
    Growth in UK's domestic road freight activity remained weak in Q2/2012 according to the Freight Transport Association's (FTA) latest quarterly transport activity survey (QTAS). The...
  • Scania concludes large deal with PostNord
    In its new vehicle procurement programme, the mail service provider PostNord has chosen vehicle manufacturer Scania to supply all the heavy trucks for the distribution of letters a...
  • CEO of Munich airport at the helm for ten years
    Dr Michael Kerkloh is celebrating his tenth year as head of FMG, the Munich airport operating company, this September. He is the FMG's president and CEO, as well as the comp...
  • Worldwide air freight demand contracted once again in July
    The International Air Transport Association (Iata) announced July's global traffic results showing that air freight demand contracted by 3.2% compared to July 2011 but was unchange...
  • IAG Cargo signs master lease agreement with CSafe LLC
    CSafe LLC, a joint venture between AmSafe Inc and AcuTemp Thermal Systems, and IAG Cargo, the single business of British Airways ...
  • Grimaldi's ACL orders five ro-ro newbuildings
    ACL, the US-based subsidiary of the Grimaldi Group (Italy), has now officialised its new order for five multipurpose ships of an unprecedented kind, all due for delivery in 2015. ...
  • Dachser inaugurates another branch office in China
    The global logistics service provider Dachser recently opened a new branch office in Nanjing (China), thereby augmenting its network at locations in the Yangtze Delta. With the fac...
  • Raben investing in Nuremberg site
    Raben Group, an international transport and logistics service provider, officially opened its new logistics terminal in the inland port of Nuremberg (Germany) on 31 August 2012. Th...
  • United Shipping appoints EPS Logistics as a new member
    United Shipping Inc (USI), a worldwide association of independently-owned freight forwarders and customs brokers with over 135 partner companies and 375 offices, has appointed EPS ...

Marine Logweb site
SEPTEMBER 4, 2012
  • Wallem to manage ISH international flag ships
  • Kirby to buy Allied assets in $116 million deal
  • MAN Diesel & Turbo introduces new dual fuel four-stroke
  • Bollinger delivers 55,000 bbl tank barge to Bouchard
  • Nichols Brothers names Gavin Higgins COO

World Wide Shipperweb site
SEPTEMBER 4, 2012
  • Port of Kalama welcomes All American Containers
  • Cai Lan Container Terminal welcomes arrival of first vessel
  • G6 Alliance shutting down Far East/Europe service loop
  • SeaPort Airlines moving to Portland Airport main terminal
  • VASCOR taps William Garret as new chief executive officer

Lloyd's Listweb site
SEPTEMBER 4, 2012
  • Good times could return to box trades by 2014, CSAV boss predicts
    Hasbún says ordering standstill will stabilise supply
  • Chinese yards eye a shift away from shipping
    Lack of orders has put the squeeze on Chinese shipbuilders' margins, but there are doubts over their ability to widen their product mix
  • Fortescue reduces iron ore expansion target by 25%
    Revised plans axe some 200 capesize loadings
  • Diversified business models deliver diverse outcomes
    Pursuing new niches has benefited some shipyards more than others
  • Hornbeck OSV quartet boosts orderbook to $900m
    NYSE-listed company leads Jones Act offshore support vessel fleet modernisation
  • Charterers wear aframax owners down to lower rates
    Oil majors market cargoes in the Baltic Sea and Mediterranean
  • North P&I slams 'deeply flawed' EU sanctions
    Industry forced to police insurance ban against Iran and Syria, club warns
  • Brokers and underwriters lock horns over rates
    Overcapacity will hold back any increase in rates, says AJ Gallagher
  • Slower speeds are here to stay for dry bulk and tankers
    RS Platou quarterly assessment indicates little change since May
  • Comment: All bets are on, but iron ore market will remain volatile
    Cargo oversupply is critical factor behind fall in spot-market pricing
  • McLoughlin replaces Greening as UK transport secretary
    Former miner previously worked at DfT
  • MAIB coping with loss of staff
    Investigators able to do more with less
  • Insolvencies set to increase
    Cheap buying options only benefit of collapsing German sector, warns König
  • Ahrenkiel and MPC join forces
    Joint marketing effort to boost tramp fleets
  • Deadline looms for PSAI concession deal at JNPT
    Port giant faces penalties unless it concludes an agreement in Mumbai
  • Baltic casualties fall despite rising traffic
    Passenger vessels take disproportionate share of casualties
  • Ezra Holdings spins off offshore yard
    Firm to list stake in Triyards as it targets emerging markets
  • End the credit drought
    Shutting down all lending will not solve banks' problems
  • Wan Hai profits double in first half
    Intra-Asia player among this earnings season's best performing container lines
  • Slow steaming absorbing excess capacity
    Alphaliner says 930,000 teu utilised, up 30% this year
  • Don't skimp on safety
    The UK's Marine Accident Investigation Branch has lost one in four of its coalface workers as a result of the government's austerity drive
  • MAIB loses a quarter of inspectors after budget cuts
    Owners and union express concern over changes
  • Dafni action against CMA CGM reaches Hong Kong court
    Former CNC boss claiming more than $1m in unpaid salary and bonuses
  • SMM 2012: Carbon War Room offers olive branch to shipping
    Lobby group seeks more collaborative approach to cutting emissions from existing fleets
  • Moody's ponders MOL ratings downgrade
    Japanese firm hurt by weak bulker and tanker shipping markets
  • Quijano takes over from Alemán at Panama Canal
    Popular outgoing chief executive spent 16 years in job
  • Teekay LNG Partners lines up $200m follow-on issue
    Company pounces on cash-grab opportunity at top price as market players return from summer vacation

Fairplayweb site
SEPTEMBER 4, 2012
  • Valero to convert Aruba refinery
    VALERO has announced further cutbacks at its Aruba refinery and plans to convert the facility into a storage terminal as it hunts for a buyer
  • ECO-design VLCCs could knock older values
    VLCCS that burn less fuel than current vessels of the same type might push down secondhand values of such tankers, according to Poten & Partners, the New York tanker broker
  • Bunker debt behind arrest
    ITALIAN bunkering company Fratelli Cosulich has confirmed to Fairplay that it ordered the arrest of one of compatriot shipowner Rizzo Bottiglieri De Carlini's ships in Singapore over unpaid marine fuels
  • CSAV narrows losses
    CHILEAN carrier CSAV has reported sharply lower - albeit still hefty - losses as its restructuring gradually pays off
  • 82 held in migrant smuggling cases
    GREEK authorities are today holding 82 people involved in migrant smuggling attempts over the past week
  • Hyundai pay deal voted
    HYUNDAI'S union workers have approved a pay deal, thus reducing the squeeze on South Korea's auto exports, IHS Global Insight reported today
  • Weak freight markets depress secondhands
    WEAK FREIGHT markets are continuing to press down second-hand values for bulkers and tankers, a key shipping analyst said today
  • Steady VLGC rise seen
    MIDEAST LPG exports to Asia are continuing to provide business for the global carrier fleet, according to a Drewry study
  • Drydocks World's loan details reported
    HSBC HOLDINGS and BNP Paribas were reported today to be among banks extending a $1.5Bn loan to Dubai's Drydocks World as it restructures debt
  • Fortescue cuts back by $1.6Bn
    CRASHING ore prices sent jitters through the Australian markets today, with Fortescue Metals announcing it would shelve a port project and a mining scheme
  • Sanko cancels newbuilding
    BANKRUPT Japanese shipowner Sanko Steamship has defaulted on another newbuilding
  • Iran-Japan oil flow staunched
    JAPAN did not import any Iranian crude in July, a 31-year first
  • 13-year-old VLCC? Possible buyers queue up
    BROKERS have told Fairplay that up to five potential buyers have registered to inspect the two VLCCs ExxonMobil is selling
  • Nam Cheong sells AWBs for $59M
    NAM CHEONG said it has closed a deal to sell two accommodation work barges for $59M to a Malaysian offshore player

The Journal of Commerceweb site
SEPTEMBER 4, 2012
  • WTSA Carriers Plan Rate Increase
    Container shipping lines in the Westbound Transpacific Stabilization Agreement have announced a recommended Oct. 1 general rate increase of $160...
  • FMCSA Orders 'Reincarnated' Tennessee Trucker Off Highway
    It didn't take long for Three Angels Farms, a small Tennessee-based trucking operator shut down by federal regulators in June...
  • Carriers to Implement Surcharges If East Coast Ports Close
    Several container ship lines have announced congestion surcharges that will take effect if East or Gulf coast ports are closed...
  • Demand for Natural Gas Trucks to Rise 14 Percent
    The global market for natural gas-powered heavy trucks will expand 14 percent a year through 2019, with growth strongest in...
  • Globaltrans Profit Stalls in First Half of 2012
    Globaltrans profit stalled in the first half of the year as the increased borrowings by the Russian rail freight operator...
  • Quijano Takes Over As Canal Administrator
    The Panama Canal Authority on Tuesday installed its third Panama Canal administrator, Jorge Luis Quijano, an engineer with 36 years...
  • Russian Railways Mulling Bid in GEFCO
    Russian Railways is reported to be mulling a bid for GEFCO, the transport and logistics arm of French auto manufacturer...
  • Democrats Push Infrastructure Spending at Convention
    The Democratic party platform released on Monday night suggests President Obama will forcefully defend his infrastructure stimulus spending and call...
  • Norwegian Car Carriers Narrows Loss
    Norwegian Car Carriers narrowed its second quarter loss from a year ago and forecast a strong second half as the...
  • CMA CGM Sells Luxury Cruise Unit
    CMA CGM completed the sale of luxury cruise-line operator La Compagnie du Ponant to the private equity firm Bridgepoint as...
  • Carriers Accelerate Extra Slow-Steaming
    Ocean carriers have increased total container capacity absorbed by sailing their ships at extra slow speeds by 30 percent since...
  • Hapag-Lloyd Expands Russia Express Service
    Hapag-Lloyd is upgrading its Russia Express Service (REX) with an additional eastbound call at Gdynia, Poland, starting this month. ...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
SEPTEMBER 4, 2012
  • APL Logistics adopts AutoDirect
    Singapore-based APL Logistics (APLL) hopes to increase its share of the global trade in vehicles by carrying more units in containers. To help this process it has ...
  • World container trade to still grow in 2013
    Philippe Hoehlinger's latest Q3 12 macroeconomic analysis of the main variables affecting global container trade shows that growth this year and next will be slightly ...
  • Hapag-Lloyd to upgrade feeder services to Poland
    Hapag-Lloyd intends adding an eastbound call in Gdynia to its weekly REX service between northern Europe and the Baltic Sea. The service was started in April 2012 ...
  • Fyffes result driven by growth and better logistics efficiencies
    Fyffes, the Ireland-based fruit distribution company (of mainly bananas and pineapples), has announced a significant improved interim profit which it attributed ...
  • CSAV still in serious financial trouble
    Chile-based CSAV's attempts to turn its financial performance around through shedding loss-making business, including using slot charters with other carriers rather ...
  • DP World extends partnership with PCFC
    DP World is strengthening the security arrangements at its various cargo-handling facilities in Dubai, including at its 'flagship' container terminals in Jebel ...
  • SA trade deficit approaches ZAR7 billion
    The latest figures on South Africa's trade balance published by the South African Revenue Service (SARS) revel that the trade deficit in July was sharply up on ...

TradeWindsweb site
SEPTEMBER 4, 2012
  • Teekay LNG preps cash grab
  • Vega boxship re-floated
  • Master sleeps it off
    Danish authorities said a cargoship captain tested positive for alcohol after the vessel was spotted lurching in the Oresund.
  • Keppel MD passes away
    Keppel Corp is mourning the death of a senior executive who was on the verge of completing 30 years at the company.
  • SeaBird in seismic swoop
    Norway's SeaBird Exploration has clinched a charter for a seismic survey ship worth the equivalent of $150,000 per day.
  • Unsafe and inhumane
    The inquiry into the sinking of Papua New Guinea's Rabaul Queen has criticised its owner over the condition of the ferry.
  • Interest grows in P+S
    Insolvent German shipyard P+S Werften has attracted another potential buyer.
  • Hornbeck splashes the cash
    Hornbeck Offshore has exercised options to build four more offshore support vessels for $180m.
  • Dafni claims $1.15m
    Former CNC Line chief Igal Dafni is facing another court battle as he seeks to recover more than $1m in unpaid wages and bonuses from parent CMA CGM.
  • Amsterdam edges it
    The port of Amsterdam has increased first-half cargo volumes by 2% as oil cargoes rose.
  • Graig and GMI go to China
    Graig Group and Global Maritime Investments are teaming up to offer a lifeline to Chinese shipyards battling with the downturn.
  • Jefferies trims five
    Jefferies has taken the knife to its recommendations for a number of the major Asian shipowners over poor industry prospects.
  • Isaac grounded bulker
    A Swiss bulker could be stuck on the banks of the Mississippi for a month after Hurricane Isaac pushed it aground.
  • Testing trouble
    A newly converted Teekay FPSO has suffered a fire during sea trials off Singapore.
  • Shih Wei weaker
    Bulker and general cargoship owner Shih Wei Navigation has suffered another erosion of earnings as revenue declined.
  • Fire kills two
    Two workers have been killed in a blaze that broke out on a Latvian cargoship in Ukraine.
  • Neptune trims the red
    Neptune Marine Services has seen a dramatic improvement in its performance as it continues to restructure operations.
  • Ezra eyes October listing
    Ezra Holdings looks set to spin-off its shipyard arm as early as next month senior executives have told investors.
  • Drewry warns over LPG
    Speculative ordering of LPG tonnage could have a negative impact on the sector, a leading industry consultancy has warned.
  • Atlantic wins barge deal
    Atlantic Navigation has won a contract potentially worth $43m to supply a jack-up accommodation barge for work in the Persian Gulf.

American Shipperweb site
SEPTEMBER 4, 2012
  • Frozen labor talks continue between ILA, USMX
    As Americans celebrated Labor Day, there was still no sign of a thaw in the frozen labor negotiations between the International Longshoremen's Association and employers of its members. East Coast ports prepare for the worst.
  • COSCO plans major TP congestion fee
  • G6 lines to shelve one Asia-Europe loop for winter
    The carriers will suspend their Loop 3 service, which has a rotation of Shanghai, Ningbo, Shekou, Singapore, Le Havre, Rotterdam, Bremerhaven, Gothenburg, Rotterdam, Jeddah, Singapore, Shekou, Hong Kong, and Shanghai.
  • Re-launched carrier gets another DOT takedown
  • EI Systems runs rails for Port of Montreal
  • Equinox provides on-the-road mail
  • Rate war - Part 2
  • APi picks Astea for growth
  • WTSA joins TSA in assessing low-sulfur fuel fee
    Since Aug. 1, liner carriers have been subject to new International Maritime Organization regulations that require cleaner fuel to be burned near U.S. and Canadian coasts to reduce vessel emissions.
  • MSC proposes sizable bunker fees
  • Maersk slows WAF2, further speeds up WAF3
  • Full port operations resume at New Orleans
  • CSAV narrows losses
  • Potential ILA strike: Worried now?
    When contract negotiations between U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast longshoremen and their employers abruptly broke down Aug. 22, the news didn't catch the majority of shippers and carriers by surprise.
  • APL Logistics service ships cars in containers
    The subsidiary of NOL said moving automobiles in containers allows more frequent shipping of vehicles from origin to destination as well as reduces transload times and handling which can lead to damages.
  • Maersk, DuPont to install onboard sulfur scrubber
  • Washington Notebook: ICE chief of staff resigns over sexual allegations
  • New northern Vietnam port opens
  • U.S. seeks bilateral investment with Cambodia

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
SEPTEMBER 4, 2012
  • Bunker prices firm in Fujairah
    Price of 380 centistokes material surged at Middle Eastern hub.
  • Bunker prices strengthen in major European ports
    Fuel prices rose across the region on Tuesday.
  • Maersk meets US ECA requirements
    Non-compliance can mean fines of $25,000 a day.
  • Vessel arrest 'was not an easy choice', says supplier
    Fratelli Cosulich still in negotiations with Italian ship owner.
  • CMA explores LNG option
    Shipowner sees distribution as main stumbling block.
  • US approval for Rolls-Royce LNG engines
    LNG technology 'dramatically reduces' harmful emissions, says power systems provider.
  • Prices in Asian ports still climbing
    Supplies of bunker fuels largely fine at major Asian ports.
  • Chimbusco to offer LSFO at another Chinese port
    Supplies at Yangshan could start from the beginning of next week.
  • Construction begins for LNG-powered cargo vessels
    The 5,000 dwt vessels could reduce emissions by around 40%.
  • Funding green ships an 'important task'
    Shipowners urged to look at capital expenditure rather than costs.
  • CSAV narrows losses
    Results 'improving systematically' every month as expected, says CEO.
  • Super slow steaming practices may accelerate
    Total capacity absorbed already risen by 30% since the start of the year.

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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
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Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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