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October 5, 2012

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Low-sulphur fuel causes ships to lose control when docking: UK P&I Club Rena owner Costamare to pay US$32 million in NZ clean-up, salvage costs IMO ignores call for sulphur fuel cost study, but shipowners say it's vital OW Bunker sells low sulphur fuel at Panama for east and west coast sailings Krishnapatnam commissions 1.2 million-TEU terminal north of Chennai ILWU president to a do day in jail and pay fine US$500 for grain ruckus Xinjiang to build US$63.6 million bonded logistics park to Silk Road to Europe China starts national test run of online railway cargo space booking MOL stays listed on FTSE4Good Global and Dow Jones Sustainability indices Vanguard Logistics expands in south east Asia, opens office in Danang Malaysia, US Customs work together on CSI box scanning gates at Westport Singapore transport minister opens FedEx's new US$79 million super hub Qantas to sell 50pc of StarTrack, takes 100pc of Australian Air Express IATA raises profit outlook for world airlines, but says times still tough FedEx chartered cargo plane in Duluth airport without one of six tyres

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OCTOBER 4, 2012
BTLs fortnightly feeder service commences at Krishnapatnam Port Fund proposed to develop inland waterways ICS expresses disappointment at IMO's fuel study decision IMO session fails to agree on verifying container weight Panama Canal expansion on schedule, near the half-way mark UK P&I Club highlights sudden loss of power as a cause of claims Asias first vertical-automated container terminal opens at Busan New Port VCT inaugurates phase 3 of its expansion with pomp & splendour India among worlds top 25 exporters: Pascal Lamy INR maintains its upward momentum, touches 51.70

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OCTOBER 4, 2012
Swiss Post renews its fleet Swiss Post is relying on Renault vehicles for its new distribution vehicles. In the period from 2012 to 2014, it plans to procure 700 to 1,000 Renault Master 125.35. The first vehi... Casablanca-Kenitra railway to be upgraded and extended Construction work on the extension and upgrading of the Casablanca-Kenitra railway line has begun in Morocco. The extension and upgrading of this section is part of the planned ove... P&O Ferrmasters gears up for CEE growth Logistics solutions leader P&O Ferrymasters carried 30,000 loads to and from Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) last year and is now poised to surpass this strategic milestone in... New terminal in Vladivostok receives SACO ULD handling equipment Four airports in the Russian Federation have received ULD handling equipment from SACO this year. They include Norilsk Airport in the most northern airport in Siberia, Chelyabinsk ... Toll Global Forwarding appoints Steve Buckerfield as UK MD Steve Buckerfield has assumed the role of Toll UK managing director. Buckerfield, who started as an export clerk at Emery Worldwide, went on to work for American Airlines from 1990... Bombardier to assemble diesel locomotives for EMD Bombardier Transportation is joining forces with Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD) to assemble diesel electric locomotives in India. Bombardier will deliver diesel locomotives to EMD for... Braemar Shipping Services appoints finance director Braemar Shipping Services has announced the appointment of Martin Beer as finance director, with effect from 15 October 2012. James Kidwell, CEO, will hand over his responsibilitie... Russia and Czech Republic liberalise air service agreement Russian and Czech aviation authorities have signed a new air service agreement and added one more designated carrier from each country to the Moscow-Prague route. At the Russian en... IATA says slowdown in demand continues The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported global traffic results for August showing that air freight volumes fell 0.8% on the previous year. The minor recovery se... Nagel Group takes majority stake in Wustermark Nagel Group, Germany's food logistician with European-wide operations, is taking over 81% of the shares in the deep-freeze logistics centre Wustermark (TCW). This acquisition is st... APL Logistics opens new quality assurance centres in Bangladesh APL Logistics has opened two new quality assurance centres in Bangladesh. The first is located in Dhaka and the second in Chittagong. With the new centres, APL Logistics stated it ... Cooperation agreement between Grimaldi Group and NEL As of 3 October, the Grimaldi Group of Naples and NEL of Mytilene (Greece) commenced a close cooperation on the Brindisi-Igoumenitsa route. They offer daily departure,s transportin...

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OCTOBER 4, 2012
Eniram releases study on cruise ship fouling OSG gets new agreement for giant FSO Midship Marine building two 25 m cats

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OCTOBER 4, 2012
Washington trade groups release international trade strategy report APL Logistics opening new offices in Bangladesh Port of Portland schedules airport noise committee meeting Coast Guard training mission disrupted by green laser beam Inchcape Shipping Services names new global excellence VP

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OCTOBER 4, 2012
Werner Lundt's shipbuilding journey from boom to gloom As his retirement approaches, the general secretary of German shipbuilders' association VSM looks at the industry's outlook Rise in employee numbers fails to resolve problems Survey undertaken before P+S Werften filed for insolvency, putting at least 1,800 jobs at risk Yildirim Holdings' terminals arm to take 54% stake in Gemport Yilport to finalise acquisition of 600,000 teu capacity terminal in next two and a half months Drewry sees 2%-5% rise in vessel operating costs Research confirms similar findings by Moore Stephens Sovcomflot shakes up technical management team Russian giant unites operations for its entire tanker fleet to target oil and gas projects GE Capital fronts $173m credit facility for Rand Logistics Great Lakes operator says cash is 'growth capital' Emporiki shipping loans may stay with French parent Credit Agricole tipped to retain a chunk of its Greek shipping portfolio Ultranav hires MR tanker for three years as Americas product trade grows Demand will drive further regional time charter fixtures, say analysts ICG fights the economic headwinds Dublin-based ferries to feeders group reports slight rise in profit on year despite lower turnover Product tankers pin hopes on Atlantic refinery restarts Trades in dire need of a rates rally Angola launches LNG exports at last NYK carrier docks at Soyo to deliver country's first consignment of gas to market Project bonds possible for LNG owners, says SocGen Instrument could mean lower interest rates German owners ponder proposed scrapping premium Offen suggests the measure to restore supply-demand balance LNG shipping rues decision to halt Norway expansion Capacity increase would have enhanced gas shipping flexibility NYK targets 'more than shipping' with gas growth Japanese owner seeks to enhance entire LNG supply chain New LNG tank design aims to cut owners' construction costs by 30% Containment tank promises hefty savings NYK's long view Sensible words from Yasumi Kudo On the defensive Despite a drop in Indian Ocean pirate attacks, armed guards remain a necessary evil Shipping industry urged to invest in enhanced training for PMSCs Training for dangerous cargoes and S2S transfer should be mandatory, says Eos Risk chief Weak demand for parcel tankers spells loss for Stolt-Nielsen Third-quarter sees operating profits slide into the red Containers struggling, LNG buoyant Figures for idle ships do not tell the whole story, particularly where liquefied natural gas carriers are concerned Exclusive: MSC rules out newbuildings until world economy picks up Diego Aponte criticises behaviour of some competitors Cargotec appoints Mäkinen to lead Asia marine business IPO Port and ship handling firm aims for second-half 2013 deadline

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OCTOBER 4, 2012
Fourth CIC ship arrested GERMAN cruise operator Ambiente said today it is severing ties with struggling cruise shipowner Classic International Cruises because of the arrest of its Princess Daphne Chappell warns 'share-price volatility' for OSG OSG'S board resignation over a tax dispute arose at "an inopportune time" for the tanker major, Evercore analyst Jon Chappell said today Ships remain mired on beach SALVORS continued today to try refloating two ships grounded since last week on a holiday beach near Valencia Guangdong Zhenrong raises bid for Titan CHINESE oil trader Guangdong Zhenrong has increased its offer for insolvent Hong Kong fuel trader-cum-tanker owner Titan Petrochemicals Wind energy vessel arrives in UK MPI ADVENTURE, the world's largest wind turbine installation vessel, is due to arrive in the UK's Tyne port today to load a prototype that will eventually serve the UK's growing offshore wind energy industry ECSA fears where will EC emissions plan leads THE EC'S shipping monitoring scheme will inevitably lead to the EU introducing its own market-based measures to curb shipping emissions, the ECSA has warned Box upturn seen fizzing out THE UPTURN in box shipping in mid-2012 will not sustainable because of weakening demand in Europe and continuing ULCS deliveries, according to NYK's boss NYK to stress foreign drybulk NYK PRESIDENT Yasumi Kudo has said the group plans to increase business from overseas drybulk customers to address the sector's "disastrous circumstances" Japan vehicle exports fall JAPAN'S vehicle exports contracted in August, for the first time this year Wintermar granted $10M loan INDONESIA'S Wintermar Offshore Marine has secured a $10M loan from the World Bank's IFC to boost its fleet of OSVs

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OCTOBER 4, 2012
US Lines to Impose Surcharge If Strike Hits NZ Ports US Lines filed a New Zealand Strike Surcharge at $110 per 20-foot-equivalent unit, effective for cargo received on or after... West Coast Container Ports Eke Out Gains Container volumes at West Coast ports inched up in August, with imports increasing slightly and exports decreasing a bit. ... US-Panama FTA Expected to Take Effect in November WASHINGTON D.C.- The U.S.-Panama free trade agreement likely will take effect in November, with the signature of President Ricardo Martinelli... ILA, NYSA Discuss Local Contract Representatives of the International Longshoremen's and the New York Shipping Association have opened negotiations on a contract covering issues including... Pirates Plunder Salvage Equipment Headed for Rena Wreck Without being detected, pirates recently plundered NZ$20,000 (about US$16,387) of specialized salvage equipment that had been on board the barge... CMA CGM May Sell 6 Percent Stake CMA CGM is in advanced negotiations for a $150 million cash injection by France's state investment fund in return for... India, Austria Sign Shipping and Port Infrastructure Technology Pact India and Austria signed a memorandum of understanding to accelerate cooperation in the development of port infrastructure and maritime security... Universal Truckload, LINC Logistics Merge Universal Truckload Services completed its acquisition of LINC Logistics, a Warren, Mich.-based third-party logistics provider heavily associated with the automotive... P&O Maritime Wins Contract in Mozambique P&O Maritime FZE claims it will boost supply chain and port service efficiency in Mozambique after securing a marine services... IAG Cargo Revenue Jumps 4.3 Percent Year-Over-Year International Airlines Group, the merged British Airways-Iberia carrier, reported year-over-year growth for a second month, with September traffic increasing 1.2... Matson, Pacer Execs Receive Connie Awards The Containerization and Intermodal Institute presented its 2012 West Coast Connie Awards to Matthew J. Cox, president and CEO of...

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OCTOBER 4, 2012
Grup TCB is 'also out' of Ennore Grup TCB, one of the main shareholders in the Bay of Bengal Gateway Terminal Private Limited (BBGT) consortium that was established to design construct and operate ... ICG fighting back After posting a fuel-impacted 21.5% decline in its profit before tax at the H1 stage, Dublin-headquartered ferries to feeders transport group ICG [Irish Continental ... Rotterdam Cool Port planned The port of Rotterdam is to develop a specialised facility for handling, storing and distributing perishable products. Rotterdam Cool Port will be located on a ... Liverpool port homecoming for legendary locomotives The Port of Liverpool and Atlantic Container Line have helped to facilitate a family reunion on behalf of the National Railway Museum with the arrival onboard an ... Oz cuts rates in face of Chinese slowdown Australia's central bank cut a quarter of one quarter of a percentage point off of its bank lending rates on Tuesday as its mining sector took a hit from reduced ... Tender for new Santa Fe port expected by year end Plans to build a new deepsea port in Santa Fe, which is located in the river Plate region of Argentina, are moving ahead, with the regional agencies and EAPSF, ... ECLAC report points to slower growth in Latin America The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), which is a unit of the United Nations, has projected that economic growth in the region is ...

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OCTOBER 4, 2012
Singer backs seizure A US hedge fund backed by billionaire financier Paul Singer appears to be behind the arrest of an Argentine naval frigate in Africa. Silence is deafening A mysterious tax issue that led to the resignation of an Overseas Shipholding Group board member couldn't have come at a worse time, according to an analyst from Evercore Partners. Less is more Greek shipowners control fewer ships than at any time since 2008, but the deadweight of those vessels has hit a record high. No more hurricane pain Stolt Nielsen doesn't expect to feel any more pain from the recent flooding of its New Orleans terminal. Seafarer's neck broken A crewman died instantly after a snapped wire broke his neck on a Taiwanese bulker in the UK. Prosafe inks another Prosafe has returned to Singapore's Jurong Shipyard for another semi-submersible accommodation barge. ESL's slight delay Ethiopian Shipping Lines (ESL) has suffered a two-month delay in getting its hands on new MR tankers. LDH finds new owners A pair of investor groups have scooped up energy trader Louis Dreyfus Highbridge Energy (LDH Energy), a US charterer and owner in the dry-bulk sector. Fire under control A blaze on board a German multipurpose cargoship has been brought under control at Stavanger in Norway. Bunker seals loan deal Bunker Holding has beefed up its loan facility by half to fund its future growth. No quick exit Germany's Commerzbank is expected to retain most of its shipping staff to wind down its marine portfolio. Chilean dockers walk Strike action by dockers in Chile looks to be spreading as workers protest against changes to the retirement age. Nikolay drugs nicked Some of the cocaine seized from a Bulgarian cargoship off Spain has been stolen from a storage unit in Cadiz. Stormy for Stolt Stolt-Nielsen has reported lower third quarter numbers as its tanker segment continued to suffer. Teekay in a tangle A fishing boat needed diving assistance to free its net from the propeller of a Teekay tanker off Norway. Ambiente ditches Daphne Classic International Cruises' (CIC) future looks in dire straits after German cruise operator Ambiente Kreuzfahrten said it was severing its ties with the company and cancelling future vessel charters. Stick with it Planned November rate rises for containerships will be tough to implement, according to Denmark's Sydbank. Solvtrans gets busier Norwegian wellboat owner Solvtrans boosted its utilisation rate to 95% in the third quarter. Tallink on the climb Estonian ro-ro group Tallink has logged improved passenger and freight figures for the third quarter. Incat wins trio Australian yard Incat Crowther is designing a pair of ferries for the Caribbean. Kembla up for sale The New South Wales (NSW) state government has formally kicked-off plans to privatise Australia's second largest coal export facility. Statoil ties up rig trio Statoil has spent at least NOK9.2bn ($1.6bn) securing additional rig capacity for its drilling program in the North Sea. Textainer in box buys Textainer, the world's largest lessor of intermodal containers based on fleet size, has bolstered its owned fleet with a $98m acquisition. They will survive Ocean Rig's (ORIG's) marketing chief will be tough to replace but the drilling contractor should be able to endure the departure with limited disruption, according to an analyst at Evercore Partners.

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OCTOBER 4, 2012
Report: Seaport property outperforms "Now at an all-time high for the United States, exports have become an increasingly important driver of activity at domestic ports and their surrounding real estate markets," Jones Lang LaSalle said. Drewry: Ship operating costs down 7% Drewry Maritime Research said some ship operating costs retreated in 2012, falling by up to 7 percent from 2011 levels, a year when operating costs rose 2 percent to 5 percent depending on vessel sector. Jarvis to merge with Crowley Logistics Shippers played waiting game during ILA negotiations The reaction of cargo owners toward an unresolved contract negotiation between longshoremen and maritime employers that could have led to a shutdown of East and Gulf coast container ports this week was more muted than their rhetoric suggested. Rand secures loan for refinancing, growth New Zealand settles with Rena owner The New Zealand government and the Greek owner of the containership Rena reached a comprehensive financial settlement in respect to matters arising from the ship's grounding on Oct. 5, 2011. Stolt Nielsen reports 'weakened' results Stolt Nielsen said it had a net profit of $6.7 million in the third quarter ending Aug. 31, compared to $22.2 million in the same period a year earlier. Operating revenue was $516.4 million in the third quarter of this year. Kewill integrates Clippership with Stamps.com Supply chain management in the blood U.S. says illegal electronic exports 'advanced Russia's military' ViaWest provides IaaS to Cadre Technologies Zonar launches 3G telematics platform Grup TCB pulls out of India port project Hess heads UP customer service center

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OCTOBER 4, 2012
Bunker prices continue falling in Fujairah Durban: Tight avails for distillates Prices fall across Europe Bunker prices stick to downward curve. Fourth cruise ship arrested Unpaid bills behind latest arrest. New trader for Arte Bunkering Aleksandr Jefimov has background in logistics. Hub port expects 100 vessels running on LNG by 2015 Rotterdam officials considering subsidies to encourage ship operators to switch to LNG. Loading delays distort Brent values Long-term viability of Brent benchmark questioned. Singapore's fuel oil stocks drop to a five-week low Fewer arbitrage cargoes arriving. Shipowners worry ahead of sulphur deadline Questions remain about avails of low sulphur material after 2015. MEPC re-elects Chairman Andreas Chrysostomou praised for 'exceptional' skills and stewardship during past decade. Production of 'low cost alternative to IFO' to start next year 'Full commercial roll-out during 2014,' says Quadrise. Maersk and Vitol start talks Use of chartered Maersk tanker to carry Iranian fuel oil cargo under discussion. Piraeus-based shipowner gets ISO 50001 certification Certificate includes two 'high specification' VLCCs featuring a variety of fuel saving technologies. Bunker prices continue downwards trend Supplies of bunker fuel were fine in key Asian ports on Thursday. GHG debate pushed forward to next MEPC Discussions of MBMs and other GHG items delayed as need for Resolution on technology transfer takes precedence. Hanjin Shipping vessels verfied as 'clean' Clean Shipping Index evaluates the environmental performance of ships and carriers. China imports LSFO cargo from Taiwan Chinese bonded bunker suppliers showed weak interest in Venezuelan fuel oil, reports say. Bunker Holding secures $625 million for future growth New funds secured increases its financing facilities by 50%. EU: EEDI 'not enough' to reduce shipping emissions EU to pursue system to monitor shipping activities based on fuel consumption. O.W. Bunker expands UAE trading team Christian Nielsen joins as bunker trader.

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PORTS

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

Paris

It will become operational in 2027

COMPETITION

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

Rome

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

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation

PORTS

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

Rome

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

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

PORTS

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

Taranto

Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

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

LOGISTICS

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

Hedehusene

Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.

TRUCKING

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

Milan

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

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

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

PORTS

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

Antwerp

In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased

PORTS

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

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

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

SHIPPING

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

CRUISES

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

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

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

London/Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

LEGISLATION

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

Rome

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

PORTS

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

Los Angeles

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

SHIPPING

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

Seoul

The ships will be delivered by April 2029

PORTS

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

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

PIRACY

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

Kuala Lumpur

The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk

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

PORTS

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

La Spezia

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

ACCIDENTS

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

Batam

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

TRADE

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

Beijing

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

PORTS

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

Singapore

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

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference

LEGISLATION

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

Washington

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

SHIPPING

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

Oslo

From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton

TRADE

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

Washington

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

PORTS

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

Livorno

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

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

SHIPPING

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

Beijing

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

PORTS

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

Ankara

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

SHIPPING

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

Taipei/Keelung

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

SHIPPING

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

Brussels

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

Naples

Cruise passengers on the rise

PORTS

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

Washington

National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Madrid

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

SHIPPING

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

Haifa

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

INDUSTRY

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

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Santiago

An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%

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

SHIPPING

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

Cairo/Ismailia

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

PORTS

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

Naples/Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

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

PORTS

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

Ravenna

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

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

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

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

Los Angeles

Invitation to submit expressions of interest

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

PORTS

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

Geneva

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

SHIPPING

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

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

PORTS

Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054

Genoa

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

FREIGHT TERMINALS

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

Padua

PORTS

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

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

Hamburg

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

SHIPPING

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

Beijing

The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures

ACCIDENTS

New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden

Southampton

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

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

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

CRUISES

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

Hannover/Trieste

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

PORTS

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

Palermo

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

SHIPPING

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

Seoul

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

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

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

PORTS

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

Bremen

Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.

CRUISES

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

Catania

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

PORTS

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

Barcelona/Algeciras

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

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

Rome

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

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

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

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

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

SHIPPING

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

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Vado Ligure

Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata

SHIPPING

Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement

Naples

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

PORTS

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

Gioia Tauro

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

PORTS

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

La Spezia

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

PORTS

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

Istanbul

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

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

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

Valencia

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

PORTS

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

Long Beach

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPPING

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

Izmir

It will be held on a weekly basis

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

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

MARITIME SERVICES

Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome/Trieste

Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement

TAXES

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

Rome

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

COMPANIES

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

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

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

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

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

SHIPYARDS

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

Ismailia

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

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

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

PORTS

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

Hong Kong

A 16.3% drop was recorded in September

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

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

Trondheim/Brest

Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest

SHIPPING

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

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

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

Brussels

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

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

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

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

Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

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

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

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

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPYARDS

The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo

Palermo

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

SHIPPING

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

Hong Kong

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

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

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

OFFSHORE

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

Palermo

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

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

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

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

Taranto

Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas

ACCIDENTS

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

Amsterdam/London

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

PORTS

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

Rome

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

EDUCATION

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

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

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

Nola

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

SHIPPING

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

Vado Ligure

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

FINANCING

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

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

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

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

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

Gioia Tauro

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

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

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

PORTS

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

Livorno

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

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

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

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

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

Rome

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

SHIPPING

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

Athens

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

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

Rozzano

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

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

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

PORTS

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

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

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

Valencia

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

PORTS

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

Pozzallo

It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm

CRUISES

Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises

Monfalcone

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

MEETINGS

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

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

PORTS

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

Rome

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

EDUCATION

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

Genoa

The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed

LOGISTICS

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Rome

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

LOGISTICS

Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena

Mesero

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

OFFSHORE

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

San Donato Milanese

The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023

SHIPPING

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

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

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

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

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

Naples

Serious irregularities found on board

PORTS

Italian Ports:

Ancona

Genoa

Ravenna

Augusta

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

MEETINGS

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

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

MEETINGS

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

Lugano

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

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

(The Business Standard)

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

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

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

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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

Villorba

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

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

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

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

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

Venice

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

SHIPPING

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

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

The Eagle

The sale will be completed in the next few days

MEETINGS

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

Lugano

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

OFFSHORE

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

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

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

Ferrara

The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities

PORTS

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

London

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

PORTS

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

Taranto

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

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