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December 5, 2012

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Kerry Logistics starts phase 2 of Daimler regional parts facility, Kunshan Reefer ships lose market share as cool-chain cargo migrate to boxes Fruit from Shanxi province bound for 63 countries and regions worldwide Nanning Railway Bureau to build 22 logistics centres in three years Russian motorists in Moscow are snowed in with heavy snow Brazil's sea freight exports remain strong, but air freight volumes are falling Standard & Poor's upgrades UK P&I Club, reflecting rising finances China's logistics industry added value up 9.4pc in first 10 months 10,000-TEU 'Seaspan Saver' sets new standards for fuel efficiency design Despite teething problems, China's air cargo sees domestic expansion Demands made to enhance anti-terrorist security at Nigeria airports Freighter crash in the Congo claims 30 lives, injures 14

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DECEMBER 4, 2012
FEDSAI Vice-Chairman visits Vizag & Kakinada ports JBS Academy conducts training for CHA field staff in Vadodara NYK provides more free transport for bicycles & backpacks Rickmers Group & Oaktree form strategic partnership for investments in newbuild container vessels Shipbroker pays the price for failure to put it in writing Essar Ports to increase capacity Negligence attributed to ship touching bottom at Kandla Port 'Friendship Road' to boost trade between India & Asean Railways' new port connectivity policy seen boosting private investment Adani completes Australia's largest coal mining exploration programme at Carmichael Mine in record time

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DECEMBER 4, 2012
AAT inks partnership deal with MNG Airlines MNG Airlines appointed Asia Airfreight Terminal Co Ltd (AAT) as its cargo ground handling agent for its cargo and documentation services at Hong Kong International Airport, with ef... TXL expanding network The German service provider TX Logistik has just linked its Rotterdam-Nuremberg rail service to the DUSS terminal in Munich (Germany). The train departs Rotterdam on Tuesdays, Thu... Cameroon investing heavily in road infrastructure The African Development Bank (AFDB) is to loan USD 73 million to Cameroon to enable the country to improve its road infrastructure. The money will be primarily used to modernise an... One million cars through Cuxhaven Cuxport, a German port service provider, has handled more than 1 million cars for the BMW Group at its Cuxhaven base. The milestone was celebrated in the presence of Dr Ulrich Gets... Swissport Algeria wins ground handling licence for Oran International Airport Ground service provider Swissport International has welcomed the announcement by the Etablissement de Gestion des Services Aéroportuaires d'Oran (EGSA Oran) tender commission to aw... Çelebi boosts handling at New Delhi airport by 83% On the fringe of the 39th ACAAI (The Air Cargo Agents of India) Annual Convention in Istanbul from 22-25 November, Atilla Korkmazo, the business development director of Çelebi Hold... Reshuffle at Swissport International Swissport International is restructuring its organisation. From 1 January 2013, Joe Phelan will assume responsibility for ground handling and cargo in North America (USA and Canada... German railways haul fewer goods Railway companies in Germany transported a total of 273.1 million t of goods in the first nine months of the current year. Germany's Federal Statistical Office Destatis reported th... SDV opens green warehouse in Singapore The global supply chain service provider SDV, a subsidiary of the French Bolloré Group, has officially opened its new, 42,000 sqm warehousing facility in Pioneer Turn, Singapore. O... Finland to allow 76 t mega trucks from 2013 Finland plans to increase the maximum weight of heavy goods vehicles to 76 t and raise the permissible width of these vehicles from 4.2 m to 4.4 m. The Finnish Ministry of Transpor... Norbert Dentressangle invests in UK The French transport and logistics service provider Norbert Dentressangle (ND) is making a multi-million GBP investment to extend and upgrade its flagship Euroterminal site in Traf... Kerry Logistics building facility for Daimler in Kunshan (China) The global service provider Kerry Logistics has started construction of a new purpose-built 33,700 sqm automotive parts logistics facility in Kunshan (China) for Daimler Northeast ...

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DECEMBER 4, 2012
TOTE orders two LNG fueled containerships from NASSCO Cummins launches Tier 3 diesel line Viking Ocean orders two more cruise ships at Fincantieri Basic Offshore picks new Havyard design for PSV newbuilds Naftogaz orders Black Sea semis at Keppel FELS Donjon pumps play vital part in Sandy response BAE Systems Mobile lays dump scow keel

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DECEMBER 4, 2012
TOTE plans to build vessels for use in Puerto Rico trade New Coast Guard rules require WSF to boost staffing levels Crowley vessels earn honors for safe operation during year Coalition calls on President to step in in LA labor dispute Yang Ming adding service calling Japan/Taiwan/SE Asia

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DECEMBER 4, 2012
More void sailings planned for 2013 Shippers face a new challenge on top of slow steaming and service culls China ready to lend big to owners with big ambitions Placing high-margin orders at country's yards is surest way to tap liquidity Brussels approves financing scheme for Spain's shipyards Decision allows the country's yards to pursue new business again Spanish shipbuilders are hit by double whammy Downturn and uncertainty see Galicia lose business to Basque builders China's yards eye high-value offshore business Several of the nation's shipyards have already secured key deals Asia voices its woes Industry concerns centre on Iran, shipyards and players' underlying financial health Skuld targets superyacht market New product pitched at a global community of more than 5,000 vessels A ship is not a product, US judge rules Shipyard is more like a service provider than a manufacturer, Pennsylvania court finds Scorpio adds another charter as LR2 rates spark optimism Six-month 'decision points' allow company to align fleet policy with market rates Greek ferry operators remain mired in debt Top lines remain under water despite trimming their losses China scrapping rates catch up with Indian subcontinent Owners selling off vintage tonnage have more choice than ever Intertanko warns of rising cost of keeping crude cargoes warm Owners can ill afford the expense of heating, says trade body Measure of truth No one knows how to draw fair performance comparisons between ships Comment: The devil is in the differences Comparing the real-life performance of similar vessels is fraught with difficulties Rongsheng hits back over performance gap claim China shipbuilder calls in experts to question JP Morgan research Shipowners will decide whether to assess armed guards Doubts over whether ISO standard will change due diligence requirements London Greeks welcome Athens' flag proposals Committee hails restored shipping ministry and electronic registry Playing their hand Rickmers has taken a gamble in ordering eight plus eight boxships Cexim inks $825m in ship financing deals Policy bank offers five loans that support China's shipbuilders and owners

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DECEMBER 4, 2012
Crack in hull sank Swanland off Wales AN INQUIRY has determined that a ship sustained "catastrophic structural failure" in a storm off Wales before six of its crew members were killed in its sinking Ship sinks in Black Sea SEVERAL crewmen are missing after a ship sank this morning off Turkey's Black Sea coast, IHS Casualty confirmed Yangzijiang sparks caution A MAIDEN offshore order win by Yangzijiang Shipbuilding sparked a note of caution today Scorpio continues charter-in spree NYSE-listed Scorpio Tankers today announced yet another charter-in contract, its third of the past week, as it heightens market exposure US opposes OSG bank account plan MIRRORING a dispute in the GenMar case, a Department of Justice unit is opposing OSG's request for an exemption from bankruptcy rules on deposit collateral and guarantees Greeks hold 106 in migrant smuggling attempts GREEK officials were today holding 106 people linked with migrant smuggling attempts over the past week Oaktree-Rickmers JV unveils 8+8 box ship order US PRIVATE equity investor Oaktree Capital Management and new strategic partner Rickmers said today they plan to order eight eco-type box ships for their joint venture unveiled yesterday US bond coverage to rise US BOND coverage for non-vessel-operating common carriers on China/US routes will be raised to $125,000, up 30% from today's $96,000, US delegates have officially confirmed VLGC rates crash to year's low FREIGHT rates to carry LPG on VLGCs have hit a 2012 low of $38.125 per tonne on the benchmark Gulf/East route Woodside sidesteps Browse debate in Oz WOODSIDE today sidestepped a dispute between its venture partner Shell and West Australia's state government over a planned floating LNG processing facility for its $34Bn Browse project Evergreen, X-Press add Americas box service TAIWAN's Evergreen said today it will open a new box service to the West Coast of Central America as part of its venture with independent feeder carrier X-Press Demolition markets reach parity WEAKNESS in South Asian ship demolition prices and the reverse in China have resulted in almost all major competing markets reaching parity, being only a few dollars apart Singapore considers second LNG terminal SINGAPORE is considering building a second LNG terminal Jacking gear failure suspected in rig disaster SINGAPORE's manpower ministry said today preliminary findings suggest that a jacking mechanism failure caused a rig being tested yesterday to list Keppel signs $1.2Bn rig deal KEPPEL said today it has signed a $1.2Bn deal to build two semisubmersible drilling rigs for Ukraine's Naftogaz

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DECEMBER 4, 2012
Chilean Fresh Fruit Association Names Brux as North American Managing Director Chilean Fresh Fruit Association today named Karen Brux as North American managing director of the trade group. Brux will oversee promotional and support programs for the organization, which represents Chile's fresh fruit growers, packers and shippers. She formerly served as vice president of marketing communications for the California Table Grape Commission, where... DHL Opens Expanded Facility at Miami International Airport Logistics firm DHL, part of Deutsche Post DHL, has opened an expanded 140,000 square foot airline facility at the Miami International Airport service center for shipments to and from Latin America and the Caribbean. The facility will support long-term market growth in import and export volumes along the U.S.-Latin America trade... CP Looks to Speed Trains, Cut Personnel and Shrink Rail Network Canadian Pacific Railway plans to run faster and longer trains, cut roughly 4,500 positions and possibly sell rail lines in the U.S., as the railroad works to hits an operating ratio in the mid-60s in 2016. The relocation of its headquarter from downtown Calgary to CP-owned Ogden Yard and the recent... Twenty-Four Senators Sign Letter Supporting Labor Rights, Opposing Outsourcing in Trans-Pacific Trade Deal Twenty-four senators recently signed a letter to President Obama expressing support for negotiating strengthened labor rights and protections against outsourcing in the proposed Trans-Pacific Partnership. The International Brotherhood of Teamsters led a coalition to help gain support from the 23 Democratic senators and Republican Senator Olympia Snowe, R-Maine. The Trans-Pacific Partnership is... Mediator to Start Work on Arrival Tuesday Night LOS ANGELES - The federal mediator who will attempt to help striking office clerical workers reach a contract agreement with terminal operators in Los Angeles-Long Beach was expected to join the negotiations Tuesday night. Stephen Berry, the attorney who represents waterfront employers, said the Waterfront Employers Association and the Office Clerical... E-Freight Technology Delivers Enhanced Logistics Solution Leveraging INTTRA's New Shipping Application Delivery Platform PARSIPPANY, N.J. - INTTRA, the world's largest, most active network for ocean shipping, and E-Freight Technology, a leading provider of logistics software for international shipping and freight forwarding companies, announced today the availability of shipment bookings as part of E-Freight's integrated logistics solution. Employing INTTRA's recently announced Shipping Application Delivery... Crowley Honored With More 2012 Environmental Achievement Awards Than Any Other Maritime Company JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Crowley Maritime Corporation was recently honored by the Chamber of Shipping of America (CSA) with 96 environmental achievement awards for safe vessel operations during 2012 ' more than any of the other 76 maritime companies recognized by CSA. The vessels owned and/or operated by Crowley businesses qualified... Kearney, Page Plan Savannah Warehouse Operation Third-party logistics provider The Kearney Companies of New Orleans has entered into a joint venture with Page International of Savannah, Ga., to establish warehouse services at the Port of Savannah. According to the terms of the agreement, the facility will be located less than two miles from the Georgia Port Authority's... Chinese Freight Volumes, Manufacturing Expand Chinese freight volume in October rose at the highest pace since June, and two key manufacturing indices show production last month increased at the sharpest pace in at least six months, as the country's economy strenghens ahead of Chinese New Year festivities. Freight transported via railways, highways, inland waterways and aircraft... TOTE Orders LNG-Powered Container Ships Jones Act carrier TOTE Inc. has ordered two LNG-powered container ships, the first of their kind, to operate in the carrier's Sea Star Line service between the U.S. mainland and Puerto Rico. The company said the ships represent "a major technological milestone" in shipping. The vessels will be built by General Dynamics' NAASCO... West Coast Port Strikes Could Benefit Some Companies Continued strikes by the Office Clerical Unit of International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 63 at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach could potentially benefit some companies, according to Stifel Nicolaus Transportation & Logistics Research Group. For example, air freight forwarders Expeditors International of Washington and UTi Worldwide, as... Cosco Container Lines Announces Surcharge Adjustments Cosco Container Lines has announced a currency adjustment factor surcharge of 7 percent on top ocean freight for eastbound shipments from the Far East and the Indian subcontinent to Canada, effective from Jan. 1, 2013, to March 31, 2013. The ocean carrier also announced Alameda Corridor charges of $23 per 20-foot container,... It's Time for Politicians to Take a Stand If workers strike at a hotel or a construction site, who is affected? A few customers are inconvenienced or construction gets delayed by a few days or weeks - big deal; a strike may make local headlines, but the impact is minimal. A port strike is an entirely different matter.... Evergreen, X-Press to Launch Central America Service Evergreen Line plans to launch a new joint service with X-Press Feeders connecting ports on the west coast of Central America, with a first sailing scheduled on Dec. 19, 2012. The carriers will deploy two vessels with capacities of approximately 900 20-foot-equivalent units on the service, Evergreen said. It will contribute the... Striking OCU, Employers Agree on Mediation LOS ANGELES - Striking office clerical workers and their employers agreed Tuesday to accept federal mediation in an attempt to end the week-long strike that has crippled the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Port and terminal executives hope mediation can begin within 24 hours as the Office Clerical Unit... Transplace Acquires Torus Freight Systems North American transportation and logistics technology company Transplace, owned by CI Capital Partners, has acquired Torus Freight Systems, a Canada-based logistics company specializing in Canadian cross-border and intra-Canada freight, continuing its geographic expansion strategy. Torus was represented by Corporate Finance Associations, although terms of the transaction were not disclosed. In 2011, Transplace... Coalition Presses Obama to Help End Port Strike One hundred organizations representing national and state retailer associations, customs brokers and other intermediaries, agricultural shippers, manufacturers, logistics providers and various import and export associations urged the Obama administration to help end the week-long strike by office clerical workers that is crippling the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. "We... US Steel Imports Dropped 2.5 Percent in October U.S. steel imports in October were 2.54 million tons, dropping 2.5 percent from 2.60 million tons in September and falling 8.5 percent from 2.34 million tons in October 2011, according to preliminary government data covered by the American Institute for International Steel. In the first 10 months of 2012, imports were... 3PL L&M Transportation Opens Office in Washington State Raleigh, N.C.-based third-party logistics provider L&M Transportation Services has opened a transportation office in Othello, Wash. The office has been set up to handle produce and dry freight truckloads for the Pacific Northwest and will be anaged by Dave Long, who has more than 35 years of experience in the potato... Thome Group Expands Beyond Singapore Singapore-based ship management company Thome Group has set up its first office outside of Singapore in Bangkok. The new office is intended to be the first of a series of overseas offices. The staff and workplace have been taken over from the agency Westext Enterprise, giving Thome a head start with...

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DECEMBER 4, 2012
FPS opens up the Philippines Famous Pacific Forwarding Philippines (FPF), a member of the FPS network of independent forwarders and NVOCCs, has launched domestic ocean services to link the ... Christmas takes root in London The world's most famous Christmas tree this week left DFDS Seaways' facility at Immingham Dock on the last leg of its 400km journey from Norway to London. Once ... Verhoeven to quit European ports organisation European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) Secretary-General Patrick Verhoeven is to join another Brussels-based maritime industry lobby, the European Community Shipowners' ... Southampton wins licence to dredge Associated British Ports (ABP) has received a marine licence for its dredging programme at the port of Southampton, the UK's number two box hub, to improve marine ... Rickmers orders eight containerships Oaktree Capital Management and global shipping's Rickmers Group are joining forces to invest in a fleet of eco-designed newbuild container vessels. Oaktree will ... Standoff continues at California terminals Employers in the port complex of Los Angeles/Long Beach revised their contract offer to unionised clerical workers at the weekend, but the standoff continues over ...

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DECEMBER 4, 2012
Seacor joins bond rush Seacor has joined the rising tide of shipowners that have turned to the bond market for cash to cut debt and cover dividend payments in anticipation of tax hikes. TOTE pulls the trigger Totem Ocean Trailer Express has finalised a contract to build a pair of LNG-powered containerships at US compatriot General Dynamics Nassco. Dinner with Marilyn? Tug owner seeks date for barge named after deceased Hollywood icon. Boxship bleeds bunkers Authorities are racing to contain a spill tied to a containership that is bleeding bunker fuel off the Bahamas. Two more for Polembros? Polembros Shipping of Greece is reported to have swooped for another pair of VLCCs. Sigma stems losses A sixth Emarat Maritime tanker has enrolled in an aframax pool controlled by Heidmar. HNA eyes Korean cruises China's HNA Tourism is to launch a new cruiseship route to South Korea. Scorpio makes it three Scorpio Tankers has taken on its third product tanker in the space of a week. Bergen wins approval Bergen Group has secured bondholder's support to refinance its offshore and services divisions. Veteran ferry disappoints A Washington State Ferries (WSF) ship has been sold for just 40% if its value auction. Goldenport scraps again? Goldenport Holdings is tipped to have sold off its second bulker in as many months for demolition. Cargoship lost off Turkey Four crew have been rescued after a Ukrainian cargoship sank in a storm off Turkey, but one man has died and seven are still missing. Viking back in Italy Viking Ocean Cruises has returned to Italy's Fincantieri for another pair of cruiseships. Golden Stena Weco swoops Joint-venture confirms its first owned ship after it's buffed up at Dongfang Shipbuilding. OSG crewman burned A Russian seafarer has been injured in a boiler accident on an OSG aframax off the US. Subsea 7 in Africa spur Subsea 7 has added to a previous contract win with Chevron in West Africa. Reef renegade fined The master and owner of a Chinese bulker have been fined for dumping food waste in waters around Australia's Great Barrier Reef. Gretland in pole Bjorge Andre Gretland has secured a majority stake in Transit Invest as the former Green Reefers shell continues its transformation into an offshore company. Cable cut was "accident" Vietnam plays down latest incident involving survey ship and Chinese fishing vessels. Keppel bags Ukraine deal Keppel Corp has tied up a contract with Ukraine's Naftogaz to build a pair of semisubmersible drilling rigs worth $1.2bn. IHI, JFE seal the deal The delayed merger of Japanese shipyards Universal Shipbuilding and IHI Marine United will finally go ahead on 1 January. Offshore fear overplayed Risks stemming from Yangzijiang Shipbuilding's move into the offshore arena are being overplayed on the stock market, Barclays Capital says. Images to impress Choosing a short list from the many entries submitted for TradeWinds' Maritime Photographer of the Year contest has again proved a daunting task. Vale cuts hurt dry Vale has taken a red pen to its capex and iron ore production numbers in a move which delivers a blow to the dry-cargo recovery story. Jinhai in offshore first China's Jinhai Heavy Industry has won a breakthrough newbuilding contract in the offshore sector. Serco workers to strike Serco NorthLink ferry workers have voted overwhelmingly for strike action over job cuts. Two more years Norway's Island Offshore has fixed a subsea construction vessel (SCV) to Ocean Mexicana for another two years. Sekwang seeks protection Korea's Sekwang Shipbuilding has filed for court receivership to keep creditors at bay. MOD backs UK firms Britain's Ministry of Defence (MOD) has extended five ship maintenance contracts worth a total of £349m ($560m). Lamprell picks Moffatt Lamprell, the struggling Middle East rig builder, has named James Moffat as its new permanent chief executive. JAPEX eyes terminal Japan Petroleum Exploration (JAPEX) is set to build a LNG receiving terminal at Soma Port in Fukushima Prefecture.

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DECEMBER 4, 2012
NEWSFLASH: Both sides in LA/Long Beach strike agree to mediation The Los Angeles mayor said ILWU Local 63, Office Clerical Unit (OCU) and employers of the Los Angeles/Long Beach Harbor Employers Association have agreed to have a federal mediator to assist with contract negotiations. NEWSFLASH: Businesses ask Obama to help end LA/Long Beach strike FMCSA turns up heat on unsafe truckers The agency has implemented 11 improvements to its Safety Measurement System (SMS) to enhance its ability to identify and take action against truckers with safety and compliance concerns. Washington Notebook: U.S. focuses on Sub-Saharan trade FAA unveils new NextGen technology Maersk attempts to simplify surcharge structure The liner carrier will "carry out a phased approach to simplify its surcharge structure, making it easier for all parties to deal with quotes, contracts and invoices. The surcharge structure will be finished by mid-2013. Boeing releases aircraft funding prediction Despite economic uncertainties and high credit-financing costs, Boeing officials say the world's airlines will see enough liquid financing next year to sustain projected aircraft deliveries of $104 billion. IAG Cargo breaks off from parent group Ex-Im Bank backs bonds for Boeing planes to Ethiopia Troy expands import operation U.S. helps China develop port, rail sectors U.S. ag export values up 50% since 2009 The USDA in its second Outlook for U.S. Agricultural Trade in fiscal year 2013 said the country's farm exports have climbed more than 50 percent in value, from $96.3 billion in 2009 to a forecasted $145 billion in 2013. Shippers surprised by LA/Long Beach dock strike A half-dozen large shippers polled on a not-for-attribution basis by American Shipper this week said they were surprised by how quickly the breakdown in contract talks between clerical workers who work at terminals and steamship agencies in Southern California developed into a strike. CargoSmart releases shipment delay alert tool Yang Ming joins intra-Asia service LA/Long Beach strike enters second week A strike by members of the 600 members of International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 63, Office Clerical Unit (OCU) enters its second week today. Meanwhile, American Shipper has attempted to answer a number of questions. Descartes partners on Japan advance filing regs Famous Pacific Philippines adds services

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DECEMBER 4, 2012
Fujiarah market lacks direction MGO prices showed big drops in Suez. Bunker prices soften in Northern Europe Prices falling in Rotterdam and Hamburg. Naming ceremony for dual fuel LNG carrier 'Propulsion system provides a eco-friendly ship operation,' says gas-shipping specialist. Bunker players warn: 'Strike is demand killer' Container ships being diverted away from US West Coast hubs. Tanker operator 'ready to cancel' newbuilds Reports say vessels are being built to old, less fuel efficient designs. Mediterranean port is bunker market's 'sleeping giant' Bunker volumes in Ceyhan could reach 3 million (mt) annually. VLOC operator still in talks with China over access to ports 'If we manage to dock our vessels in China, it will be good news for our customers.' 'Split incentives' no longer exist Saying that owners who hire out ships have no incentive to be fuel efficient 'is simply not true' says ICS technical manager. Bunker prices largely stable Minor adjustments to bunker prices in key Asian ports on Tuesday. Cleartrade extends liquidity provision to fuel oil contracts Now provides firm daily prices on fuel oil contracts. Oil major expands plans for LNG-fuelled transport Developing 'multiple options' that will increase supply to LNG-fuelled transports to over five million tonnes. Operator reports strong results despite high bunker prices Attica sees 'sharp rise' in EBITDA for the first nine months of the year. Chinese supplier reports a Q3 loss Sales volume fell 56% as company loses its competitive edge, it says.

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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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