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March 6, 2012
The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Demand for Middle East oil tankers climbs to record high
    Spot demand for supertankers carrying Middle East crude oil climbed to a record of as many as 142 fixtures in February, or 9.79 million barrels of oil per day (bpd), slightly higher than the previous month, ship brokers said yesterday.
  • 'Bloodletting' seen in shipping industry this year
    Many of the giant cranes that tower over the port of Aarhus, Denmark's second biggest city, are standing idle these days.

Sched Netweb site
  • MSC shifts megaships to transpac, bigger vessels destined for Asia-Europe
  • MOL launches new performance measurement scheme for containerships
  • UASC takes delivery of third of nine 13,470-TEU ships from Samsung
  • Two new berths start operation at Xiamen's Zhaoyin port area this year
  • Egyptian PM wants Damietta container terminal construction to resume
  • Shipping community in Vietnam sees opportunities for recovery in 2012
  • TOC Container Supply Chain's Hong Kong conference from March 13-15
  • Barcelona eurorail link gives Barcelona chance at 25pc of Asia-Europe cargo
  • APM Terminals Inland Services to start Kochi container freight station
  • Global Institute of Logistics moves to audit Indian container terminals
  • Danaos receives last of five 8,530-TEUers, topping fleet to 312,779 TEU
  • K+N opens in Chiang Mai to boost integrated logistics services in Thailand
  • IAG Cargo to continue M&As, but focus on cool chain product development
  • Korean Air to launch thrice weekly flights to Nairobi in June
  • Proposed air cargo screening bill brought into the spotlight again

Exim Indiaweb site
  • AADA to hike China/HK-Oz rate from April 15
  • Asia-Europe rates soar 71 pc, transpacific down 0.8 pc
  • Baltic index gains last week
  • CMA CGM reshuffling Asia-US East Coast services
  • Goa's barging industry in hot waters
  • Govt close to finalising cargo support for Indian ships
  • IBLCCI's economic mission to Belgium from May 20-25
  • MSC deploys first 12,500-TEU vessel on Asia-US West Coast trade
  • NYK, Evergreen, Hanjin & HMM to launch US-South America service
  • Set up tribunal to examine seafarer wage pact, HC directs govt
  • WTSA recommends US-Asia rate hikes from April
  • Basmati exports likely to ascend 14 pc
  • Imports of sensitive items surge 45 pc during April-Dec.
  • India likely to cut oil imports from Iran
  • Indo-Pak trade to scale $10 bn by 2015: PHDCCI
  • Albatross Inland Ports assures high quality service at Kolkata trade meet
  • Govt approves deepening & widening of Mumbai Harbour, JN Port channels
  • New national air cargo policy on anvil
  • Surge in cargo pushes up truck rentals
  • Work on ' 250-cr. Tripura-Bangla rail link to begin soon
  • Tariff value of precious metals hiked
  • Adani Enterprises to supply coal to NTPC
  • India-Canada CEPA ratification likely by 2013

International Transport Journalweb site
MARCH 5, 2012
  • New director corporate sales for OPDR
    The internationally active short sea shipping company Oldenburg-Portugiesische Dampfschiffs-Reederei (OPDR) added Timm Ulrich Niebergall to its management team on 1 December 2011. ...
  • Construction starts on McLaren Vale Overpass in South Australia
    Construction work has started on the McLaren Vale Overpass in South Australia. Once completed in 2013, the new overpass will significantly improve safety for the almost 28,000 moto...
  • Chemlogix Global appoints new international sales manager
    The US-based company ChemLogix Global LLC has appointed Marie Holst to the position of manager international sales. Based in Blue Bell, PA, Holst will focus on expanding the compa...
  • New main dealer for Isuzu Truck in South Wales
    The commercial vehicle manufacturer Isuzu Truck UK is continuing to expand its dealer network this year. The company appointed seven new dealers in 2011 and as early as January 201...
  • Russian Railways with increasing freight
    Russian Railways and its group (140 of its subsidiaries and 170 associated companies) have announced the financial results, prepared in accordance with international financial repo...
  • Iata reports weak cargo traffic start to 2012
    The International Air Transport Association (Iata) announced global traffic results for January showing an 8% decline in airfreight compared to the same month in 2011. The decline ...
  • Lynden International opens first European office at Brussels airport
    The US Logistics company Lynden International is expanding its European network by opening a new service centre at Brucargo, the dedicated freight area of Brussels airport. The loc...
  • British Columbia eliminates jet fuel tax
    The Western Canadian province British Columbia (BC) has fulfilled its promise to eliminate the aviation fuel tax for internationa...
  • Russia planning major container complex in the Far East
    Russia is planning a complex to handle containerised goods in the Khabarovsk region in the Far East. The facility will be based around the ports of Vanino and Sovetskaya Gavan (som...
  • Spain: TCB Railway increases cargo turnover by 21%
    TCB Railway, the railfreight company owned by the Spanish entity Grup TCB, has optimised its operations, achieving a 21% increase of cargo turnover in 2011. Last year, the rail ser...
  • "MSC Fabiola" - largest vessel ever calling at US west coast ports
    The 12,500 teu "MSC Fabiola" operated by the Geneva (Switzerland)-based Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) is the largest container vessel ever to call at US west coas...
  • Borusan Logistik appoints new head for road, rail and airfreight
    The Turkish service provider Borusan Lojistik has selected Volkan Yildirim to head its international overland, rail and airfreight departments. In his earlier career...
  • Logwin expanding in South Africa
    Logwin, an international logistics service provider based in Grevenmacher (Luxembourg), has moved into larger premises in Port Elizabeth (South Africa). The new location is close t...
  • CEE appoints Ekin Nakliyat as new member in Turkey
    The service provider Ekin Nakliyat from Istanbul has become a new member of the Cargo Equipment Experts CEE network in Turkey. Nakliyat represents the heavy haulage service categor...
  • Van der Vlist UK relocates UK head office
    Van der Vlist UK Ltd, part of the Dutch-owned Van der Vlist Transport Group, has relocated to a purpose-built site at Burma Drive in Hull (UK). The new office, located less than a ...
  • CFL cargo changes management
    The rail service provider CFL cargo reshuffled its management by nominating Marcel Theis as chief operating officer in February. The post was formerly held by Marc Calmes who hence...
  • Willi Betz back in the black
    The German forwarding company Willi Betz posted a 7-digit profit in 2011. This is the first time the firm has been in the black for several years. The turnover jumped to EUR 800 mi...

Marine Logweb site
MARCH 5, 2012
  • Lori Harper promoted to Ingalls Shipbuilding VP of supply chain management
  • Italian shipping company and chief engineer charged in magic pipe case
  • MTN Satellite Communications adds to senior leadership team
  • Latvian Navy SWATHs to be kept in GL class
  • Cal Dive books $46 million Pemex pipeline contract
  • Bulker sustains bottom damage entering Turkish port
  • STX Finland books conversion order from newbuild customer
  • Pirates hijack vessel off Oman coast

World Wide Shipperweb site
MARCH 5, 2012
  • IMO environment committee adopts vessel energy efficiency guidelines
  • Department of Commerce names Deputy Assistant Security for Europe
  • NOL Group executive named top IT leader for 2011
  • Diana takes delivery of Panamax container ship
  • Inchcape Shipping Services opens new Malta office

Lloyd's Listweb site
MARCH 5, 2012
  • Demolition rates face threat of price correction
    Market 'groaning and creaking' under the weight of available tonnage, says GMS
  • MEPC makes little headway with MBM debate
    Impasse reflects climate-change row between developed and developing nations
  • Australia seeks value chain investors to back its LNG goals
    Queensland to upgrade quaysides and hinterland to support export goals
  • Wärtsilä and HHI extend co-operation
    Finnish engine maker signs 10-year licence deal for construction of low-speed two-stroke diesel engines
  • Lobby wars at IMO over EEDI
    Shipping and green interests clash over extending EEDI to existing tonnage
  • Demands for permanent slow steaming increase
    Calls for setting speed limits come as more owners look to permanently derate engines
  • Gas powering the fishing industry
    Rolls Royce design for fish feed vessel
  • ClassNK and Indonesian class society draw closer
    Wide-ranging agreement provides for a proactive approach to sharing information and the exchange of opinions on technical and industry topics
  • High global LPG prices deter buying and hold freight rates down
    Brokers forecast minimal change in VLGC charter rates for March
  • Fuel Oil Single Swap shields bunker buyers from volatile markets
    Single-tonne contracts hedge small owners against fuel price risk
  • VDR data crucial in Costa Concordia case
    Recordings will reveal the real events of the grounding and capsize
  • Rates refund of $105m for firms on English port estates
    Waiver overturns 2008 Valuation Office decision
  • UPDATED: Maersk issues peace proposal with new profit priority
    Exclusive video interview with chief executive S'ren Skou
  • Allied Maritime faces avalanche of charter claims
    STX Pan Ocean among the most exposed as three further owners file US suits
  • Fred Olsen, unsung hero
    Fred Olsen's approach to the 1970s tanker crisis offers valuable lessons today
  • Extending the energy efficiency design index
    EEDI cannot apply to ships which cannot meet the scope of Marpol Annex VI
  • Turnaround in dry bulk secondhand market 'not far away'
    Brokers note uptick in buyer interest
  • Almi inches closer to debut LNG deal
    Favoured builder Daewoo said to have offered Greek tanker owner two slots
  • BP agrees $7.8bn settlement with 'substantial majority' of Deepwater Horizon civil claimants
    Government case remains open, but experts believe oil major is under more pressure to settle
  • Cold comfort for owners as bunker prices stay high
    Fujairah bunkers hold at $750 per tonne, down from last week's $763.50 record
  • Rolldock orders two heavylift vessels from German shipyard FSG
    Tonnage allows flexible handling for outsize and project cargoes
  • Armed guards becoming entrenched, say experts
    Private security firms 'not a permanent solution' to piracy, says DfT official
  • Secondhand aframax prices take a pounding
    Several deals reported for 1990s-built ships
  • Dannebrog orders air cavity system
    First shipowner to agree to instal fuel-saving technology
  • Getting in deep
    Two years on from disaster in the Gulf of Mexico, the deepwater industry is thriving
  • IMO urged to help develop guidelines for private security guards
    Role of International Maritime Organization is timetabled for discussion at safety committee meeting in May
  • Torm is granted yet another debt extension
    But speculation mounts that debt-crippled Danish owner has been given its last chance
  • Australian-China iron ore trade rises on hike in Port Hedland exports
    February lifts demand after dismal January

Fairplayweb site
MARCH 5, 2012
  • LNG market set to tighten
    GLOBAL volumes of LNG will be tightening until a peak by 2014, IHS CERA has predicted
  • Skou sounds warning
    THE LINER sector is generating unnacceptable margins, which have to stop, Maersk Line's CEO S'ren Skou said today
  • K+N passes 3M teu
    LEADING global ocean freight forwarder Kuehne + Nagel said today increased its cargo volumes by 11% to exceed 3M teu last year
  • Captain killed in sinking
    THE CAPTAIN of a Greek refuelling tanker was killed today when the ship sank west of Athens, Reuters reported
  • Adani signs coal deals
    GAUTAM Adani-owned Adani Enterprises, India's largest coal importer, today signed five supply deals with National Thermal Power
  • Allied allegations mount
    LAWSUITS continue to pile up against Greek drybulk charterer Allied Maritime, raising claims above $5.4M
  • NITC activates tankers
    NITC IS deploying more tankers to fill the void left by jittery owners who refuse to call at Iran because of international sanctions against Tehran
  • BLT hires restructuring help
    INDONESIA'S chemical shipping operator BLT has hired a restructuring specialist
  • Rickmers sells three ships
    RICKMERS Reederei has sold three sister Handy box ships en bloc
  • Atlas pays premium
    AUSTRALIAN iron ore producer Atlas Iron has paid $11.10 per tonne to ship 110,000 tonnes of cargoes on a mini-Capesize, brokers told Fairplay today
  • Frontline eats loss on S&P
    FRONTLINE, the listed VLCC and Suezmax operator in John Fredriksen's business empire, said today it has sold a 19-year-old Suezmax tanker for a loss
  • Chinese defy breaking trend
    SOUTH Asia's recycling market is under continued strain from heavy tonnage buying over the past month, but Chinese breakers have resumed buying in earnest

The Journal of Commerceweb site
MARCH 5, 2012
  • FMC Releases Index-Based Contract Rule
    The Federal Maritime Commission has agreed to give shippers and carriers more ability to manage rate risk in service contracts...
  • Without Layups, Pressure Won't Let Up on Ocean Carriers
    Container ship lines will struggle to achieve profitability while attempting to manage capacity that's expected to rise faster than cargo...
  • Mega-Ship Trend Comes With Consequences
    The economies of scale that are driving carriers to replace their fleets with mega-ships will result in the consolidation of...
  • Ad for Highway Bill Channels Reagan, Clinton
    Trade groups advocating a new multi-year transportation bill have enlisted former presidents Reagan and Clinton in advertising to support their...
  • US, Chinese Logistics Groups Sign Pact
    Non-asset freight transportation interests in the U.S. and China formed an alliance last week to promote trans-Pacific cooperation in third-party...
  • Kuehne + Nagel Expects Stronger 2012 After Flat 2011
    Switzerland's Kuehne+Nagel forecast above market average growth in an uncertain global economy for 2012 as net earnings grew only marginally...
  • Technology Firms Merge Intermodal Portals, Products
    Two technology companies focused on port drayage and container chassis services, Advent and eModal, merged to form Advent Intermodal Solutions....
  • Maersk Vows to Defend Market Share Gains
    Maersk Line will not allow its renewed focus on profitability rather than cargo volume to eat into the significant gains...
  • Truck Volume Forecast to Grow 3.9 Percent in 2012
    The trucking industry will outperform the U.S. economy this year, with truck freight growing 3.9 percent, greater than overall GDP,...
  • Indonesia Poised for Major Logistics Growth
    Indonesia will see rapid growth in logistics demand this year but needs huge investment in transport infrastructure to realize its...
  • Class 8 Truck Orders Drop 11 Percent
    Net orders for new Class 8 trucks dropped 11 percent in February from January, the second straight month of decline,...
  • Saudi Airlines Cargo to Fly to Saigon
    Saudi Airlines Cargo will launch a twice-weekly B747 freighter service to Saigon, Vietnam, on March 25, linking the Southeast Asian...
  • UASC Seeks Second Rate Hike on Asia-Europe Trade
    United Arab Shipping is joining other major ocean carriers in seeking a second general rate increase this year on the...
  • Building a Better Intermodal Ride
    Maersk Line is teaming up with BNSF Railway to offer day-definite delivery of Asian imports through Los Angeles to Chicago,...
  • Expectations Out of Balance
    Westbound trade from the U.S. to Asia grew faster than eastbound trade in 2011, pushing outbound shipments to ports at...
  • Cosco, China Shipping Consider More Vessel-Sharing Pacts
    Cosco Container Lines and China Shipping Container Lines are looking to expand their vessel-sharing agreements on China coastal and intra-Asia...
  • The Road to the Ocean
    Old Dominion Freight Line is driving its trucks to the water's edge and beyond, expanding its drayage and expedited less-than-containerload...
  • Railroads Nailing Shipment Growth
    U.S. rail growth this year is expected to outpace overall economic expansion as manufacturing expands and the shifting energy landscape...
  • Sydney Ready for Development
    They have deep water. They have more than 500 acres with a mile of waterfront and environmental approvals in place....
  • Express Industry's Explosive Shake-up
    As TNT Express cajoles UPS to sweeten its $6.5 billion takeover offer, rivals FedEx and DHL Express are scrambling to...
  • Ports Planning for Sustainability
    From Valparaiso, Chile, to Vancouver, British Columbia, ports face the reality that their land-use and business growth plans can't be...
  • Maersk's Lowered Expectations
    Maersk Line's warning that it would follow up 2011's $602 million loss with another year in the red underscores the...
  • For Whom the Tolls Hurt
    Jim Devine hit the roof when the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey raised the truck and auto...
  • Agencies Step Up Anti-Dumping Investigations
    The most mundane things in the world could be the subject of anti-dumping cases - catfish, honey, plastic bags, mattress...
  • Trade Enforcement One Step at a Time
    A top shipment arriving in Detroit by air not long ago drew the interest of the Consumer Product Safety Commission...
  • Helping Shippers See More Clearly
    Before teaming up with supply chain management software provider Descartes a decade ago, CVS, the nation's biggest pharmacy chain, relied...
  • Carrier Neutrality Hits a Dead End
    Many third-party logistics companies tout themselves as carrier-neutral. They proclaim to their customers that they select carriers based on getting...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
MARCH 5, 2012
  • Maersk Line repeats peace proposal in Asia-Europe tradelane
    Maersk Line has reiterated that it is ready to help restore profitability in the Asia-Europe tradelane. Speaking at a press gathering in London this morning, ceo ...
  • Chemical tanker pirated off Oman
    According to NATO, a 6,813dwt chemical tanker was hijacked by pirates off the coast of Oman last Friday and has been plotted steaming towards Somalia; to add to ...
  • Maersk to bring in more slow steaming
    Maersk Line intends to further decrease the average speed of its vessels to cut costs, particularly in the Asia-Europe tradelane. Speaking at a press conference ...
  • Transpac numbers up, but will GRIs stick?
    That seems to be the sixty-four thousand dollar question facing liners operating on the Asia to USWC second-biggest global tradelane, in fact it was the message ...
  • MSC Carole freed from reef
    According to the P&I insurers for the vessel's owners [Seaspan] the 4,437TEU MSC Carole, which grounded on a reef on its way in to the Indonesian ...
  • K+N displays resilience in fiscal year 2011
    The Switzerland-headquartered logistics group Kuehne + Nagel, fought off challenging economic and trading conditions to post very strong results for its latest ...
  • India: strongest growth in ten months for new orders
    HSBC's Indian Purchasing Managers' Index [PMI], continued the expansion trend in February hitting 56.6, with the 1.2 billion-populated country reporting a substantial ...
  • APM T and MIV Logistics to build Indian CFS
    The Inland services division of APM Terminals (APM T) has entered into an arrangement with the provincial Government of Kerala, India, to develop a large Container ...

TradeWindsweb site
MARCH 5, 2012
  • Bulkers hit the heap
    Hunan Ocean Shipping, Vinashin and Gearbulk take torch to 1980's tonnage in deals totaling more than $13m.
  • STNG rejects market chatter
    Product tanker owner says reports tying Wayzata Investment Partners to recent acquisitions don't hold water.
  • Scrap buyers evaporate
    Supply & demand balance 'unsustainable' as more owners seek cure for rate crisis on beaches of Asia, GMS says.
  • US firm tied to STNG deal
    Brokers connect Minnesota-based private-equity fund to $54m raid on three Scorpio Tankers product carriers.
  • Crewman survives 15-metre plunge
    Russian seafarer suffers only leg wound after falling into tank on Schulte's Chem Orion at Rotterdam.
  • Allied under heavy fire
    Dimitris Marinis-backed bulker operator's accounts in the crosshairs yet again as charter claims near $5m mark.
  • Eimskip buys reefer trio
    Icelandic owner buys Maestro's "Ice Sisters" after chartering them for seven years.
  • Temasek mulls Sembcorp sale
    Wealth fund considering selling part of its stake in Singapore-listed rigbuilder.
  • Two killed on cargoship
    Dockers died instantly after being buried under 40 tonnes of pipes on MCL Bremen at Antwerp.
  • Hurtigruten plots bond move
    Norwegian ferry and cruiseship operator to tap the market for up to $90m.
  • Maersk relaxed over tie-ups
    Danish container shipping giant welcomes increasing cooperation in industry, as it considers extending Daily Maersk service.
  • Skou: whatever it takes
    Maersk Line boss warns rivals it will not allow focus on profitability to erode its market share.
  • Tanker sinks off Greece
    Body of master of vessel that sank near Elefsina refinery is recovered

American Shipper - Ocean newsweb site
MARCH 5, 2012
  • INTTRA develops multi-party bill of lading
  • Australian shipper indicted for illegal U.S. exports
  • House, Senate countervailing duty bills praised
  • Web deals give wholesale supplier growth
  • Maersk to defend market share gains
  • TIA, CIFA enter cooperation agreement
  • Advent, eModal announce merger
  • Miami's 2011 box volume rises 8.3%
  • Florida East Coast Railway names Westhoff VP
  • DB Schenker rebrands beverage branch

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
MARCH 5, 2012
  • Industry margins not acceptable says Maersk CEO
    Rising bunker costs 'cannot continue' says Maersk CEO.
  • 'Air Cavity System' to be installed on commercial vessel
    DK Group says contract is 'significant progression' for its fuel saving technology.
  • Fuel laden tanker sinks
    Vessel was carrying 1,800 metric tonnes (mt) of heavy fuel oil and approximately 250 mt of diesel when it sank.
  • MEPC 63 makes progress on EEDI and SEEMP guidelines
    Adopts guidelines to support uniform implementation of mandatory energy efficiency measures and moves toward clarifications on other aspects of regulation.
  • Over-the-counter bunker swaps will help players 'manage risk'
    New commodity swap should 'attract players from across the bunker sector.'
  • North European bunker prices fall
    Some players in Rotterdam fully booked until March 7.
  • Fujairah bunker prices fall
    Good demand in Suez.
  • MEPC identifies way forward to make Polar Code mandatory
    Resolves conflict between environmental aspects of the Polar Code and existing instruments such as annexes to MARPOL.
  • Maersk Line to extend slow-steaming
    'We have a huge challenge on oil price,' says new CEO.
  • LNG bunkering in Singapore could be limited by domestic demand
    'How much LNG we need to meet domestic demand will determine how much we can support ancillary services like bunkering,' says senior official.
  • Week starts with bunker prices largely down at major ports
    Demand for bunker fuels generally weak in Asia on Monday.
  • Indian firm to start bunkering operations at Kochi
    Kerala Shipping and Inland Navigation Corporation charters 1,000 mt capacity bunker tanker for operations.
  • Costa Concordia fuel removal operations reach milestone
    Heavy fuel oil, diesel oil and sludge pumped out from double bottom tanks, says Smit.
  • Swiss-based trader acquiring Petroplus Antwerp refinery
    Gunvor 'committed' to operating facility on a long-term basis, says company.
  • Global Vision Bunkers welcomes new trainee
    To continue training in Rotterdam, after starting in Cape Town.
  • Firm designs 'largest and greenest' superyacht
    Ocean Supremacy able to travel at a top speed of 53 knots while consuming 50% less fuel.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
SAILING LIST
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Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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