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June 8, 2012
Sched Netweb site
  • Eurogate flies the flag in China at the "German Ports" stand
  • The ports Le Havre, Rouen and Paris to participate in TL China 2012
  • Guangzhou Port Group's April throughput exceeds target
  • Shanghai seeks rise in container traffic in new first five-year plan
  • Logwin celebrates two decades of doing business in China
  • Le Harve clinches Best Seaport in Europe award for the second year
  • Turkey's Arkas/EMES unveils Black Sea-Turkey-Morocco loop
  • 2Go Group forecasts EBITDA of US$50 million in 2012
  • Containership carries dead whale on its bulb to Rotterdam port
  • Uncertainty surrounds future of arrested box vessel in Halifax
  • Lion City roars at AFSCA by capturing top industry awards
  • Chinese express company launches domestic all-cargo flight services
  • China's April air freight volume down 6.9 per cent in April
  • Emirates SkyCargo to boost US-UAE trade with new service
  • Panalpina first Boeing 747-8F takes to skies
  • UPS takes delivery of 50th Boeing 767-300 freighter
  • Canada and US work together for cargo security

Exim Indiaweb site
JUNE 7, 2012
  • CMA CGM's volumes, revenue up in Q1 2012
  • Shipping professionals gather to network, socialise & learn at SPNM's 3rd event
  • Adani Hazira Container Terminal to be commissioned on August 1
  • JNPT observes World Environment Day
  • Sri Lanka to convert Hambantota port into vehicle transhipment hub
  • Mumbai Customs issues new CHA licences after more than two decades
  • Govt proposes single-window clearance for exporters
  • Prime Minister approves infrastructure targets for 2012-13

International Transport Journalweb site
JUNE 7, 2012
  • Hansa Treuhand's owner expects 130 container vessels to be scrapped in 2012
    The owner of the Hamburg (Germany)-based Hansa Treuhand Group, Hermann Ebel, told the local press that he expects some 130 container vessels to be scrapped in 2012, after only 49 u...
  • Opening date of new JadeWeserPort still uncertain
    The problems with Germany's new JadeWeserPort have not been solved. The second delivery of the largest post-panamax container gantries from ZPMC has arrived and the equipment is be...
  • BNSF spending in California to maintain and expand rail capacity
    BNSF Railway (BNSF), one of North America's leading freight transportation companies, plans to invest an estimated USD 120 million on maintenance and rail capacity improvemen...
  • Switzerland's Stadler Rail building rack and pinion locomotives for MRS Logística in Brazil
    The Swiss rolling stock manufacturer Stadler Rail is building seven rack-and-pinion locomotives for the Brazilian cargo company MRS Logística SA. The order is worth about CHF 60 mi...
  • Pema continuing to break records
    After two record-breaking years in 2010 and 2011, Pema, one of Europe's largest manufacturer-independent commercial vehicles lessor, is continuing to chalk up successes and was abl...
  • New chairman for VDI load securing committee
    Ralf Ober, an authorised signatory of the road transport federation Westfalen-Lippe eG, has been elected as the new chairman of the Association of German Engineers' committee of ex...
  • Global road freight transportation services industry to hit USD 2,021 billion in 2017
    The global road freight transportation services industry experienced good growth over the last five years and is expected to continue that momentum to reach approximately USD 2,021...
  • Iata applauds historic US-EU cargo security agreement
    The International Air Transport Association (Iata) applauded the recent agreement between the European Commission (EC) and the US Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The ...
  • "Green" Solar Impulse aircraft leaves Europe and lands in Africa
    Under the patronage of Morocco's King Mohammed VI and upon invitation of the Moroccan Agency for Solar Energy (Masen), the Solar Impulse aircraft of Bertrand Piccard and André Bors...
  • Delta Air Lines invests in Grupo Aeroméxico
    Grupo Aeroméxico has received USD 65 million from Atlanta GA (USA)-based Delta Air Lines Inc, as part of the latter's investment in Mexico's flagship carrier's capital stock. Delt...
  • Silver jubilee for boss of Hertzog & Partner
    Elmar Zitz, managing partner of Hamburg (Germany)-based Elmar Hertzog und Partner Management Consultants GmbH, celebrated 25 years of service to his company on 1 June. The trained ...
  • Karl Dischinger providing logistics services for Prodinger OHG
    Prodinger OHG, Germany's leading wholesaler for transport packaging, transport technology and industrial hygiene products, is investing EUR 9.5 million in a new warehouse in Herbol...
  • Ceva Logistics opens new vehicle logistics centre in the Philippines
    The SCM and logistics service provider Ceva Logistics has phased in its multi-user vehicle logistics centre in the Philippines. The state-of-the-art complex is located at Sta Clara...
  • Globe Express Services opens new locations in Bangladesh
    Globe Express Services (Overseas Group/GES), one of the world's top 100 global logistics providers, has added two fully licensed corporate locations in Bangladesh. One is in Dhaka,...

Marine Logweb site
JUNE 7, 2012
  • Penguin Shipyard delivers first Flex-38 green crewboat
  • Harvey Gulf buys Bee Mar vessels and assets
  • BAE Systems starts construction of trailing suction hopper...
  • BV to stop providing services to Iranian ships
  • $440 million nuclear sub fire "started in shipyard vacuum...
  • Matson separation from Alexander & Baldwin on track for...
  • Castrol Marine launches 80 BN cylinder oil
  • Drydocks World Nanindah launches Hallin Marine compact...

World Wide Shipperweb site
JUNE 7, 2012
  • Port of Coos Bay seeking rail rehabilitation project bids
  • Long Beach Port Board Authority honors K Line for speed reduction
  • Seattle waterfront prepares for Classic Weekend activities
  • Yang Ming expanding scope of AWE3 service
  • Union following progress of reforms to TWIC program

Lloyd's Listweb site
JUNE 7, 2012
  • Giving up the goods
    Recent ruling has set a precedent in which a carrier can enforce a lien over a shipper's goods if there are outstanding invoices
  • Brazil drives Latin America's LPG demand growth
    Country invests in infrastructure to host 2014 football World Cup and 2016 Olympics
  • Oil companies snap up drillships for ultra-deepwater exploration
    Seadrill and Maersk Tankers ride a boom in demand
  • Tug-of-war for Mozambique's gas riches
    Shell and PTT raise bids to buy small East African gas explorer that has stake in Rovuma field
  • Cexim bank set to expand new shipping loans
    Posidonia 2012 EXCLUSIVE VIDEO INTERVIEW: Export credit bank prepared to tap $6bn pot as China sees its yard orders dry up
  • Weak Med trades hit Asia-Europe box volumes
    Industry figures show April drop
  • Wainio quits Port of Tampa
    Resignation took the board by surprise, says chairman
  • OSG stands by Morten Arntzen compensation package
    Proxy advisers cited irrelevant competitors in reaching negative conclusions, shareholders are told ahead of AGM
  • Qatar takes heart from rising Asian LNG demand
    Importers continue to turn away from higher-polluting coal
  • Crunch-time for shipping as small owners struggle with finance
    As restructurings expire, many players have limited access to alternative funds
  • Asia must tackle its yard glut to persuade banks to lend to shipping
    Posidonia 2012: losing excess capacity will restrict fleet growth and support recovery
  • Greece urged to act on cruise line demands
    Posidonia 2012: A bonanza awaits, but companies can easily be scared off by inappropriate policies, says European Cruise Council
  • Record scrapping forecast for bulkers
    Up to 58m dwt of the dry bulk fleet could be scrapped this year
  • Dolphin secures $1.5bn loan to help finance new drillship
    All eyes are on East African gas bounty, while Arctic presents challenges for drillships
  • Experts split over money's role in non-compliance with green regime
    Posidonia 2012: Is shipowners' reluctance to comply with new regulations driven by financial motivation, technical problems or just a lack of understanding?
  • Ignorance and poor paperwork blamed for bulk of US prosecutions
    Posidonia 2012: Shipowners urged to sharpen their awareness of environmental requirements
  • Danube states sign pledge to keep the river's trade flowing
    European Commission brings together ministers to avoid a repeat of last autumn's disruption
  • Shipping must shake its apathy over environmental regulation
    Posidonia 2012: Study needs input to reveal the true cost of compliance to shipowners
  • Coscol eyes 8% annual volume growth
    Fleet expansion and emerging-market demand support multipurpose vessel unit
  • Don't believe the hype
    There is no such thing as a green ship
  • Drydocks World unveils new subsea support vessel
    Hallin Marine model designed by STX Canada Marine
  • Boom forecast for Chinese corn imports
    China's voracious appetite for grain will feed demand for dry bulk carriers
  • US bill retains clause to scan all containers at port of origin
    Contentious provision takes effect next month
  • Whatever happened to the US driving season?
    Expected seasonal boost crashes and burns, dashing MR tanker owners' prospects
  • Russia and South Korea to collaborate on class
    Societies to explore polar routes and share human resources and expertise
  • Fixed cargo sizes limit innovative tanker design
    Posidonia 2012: Hatzigrigoris urges sector to unite to plan future fuel efficiency
  • Vale says valemaxes can benefit Chinese steel plants
    Brazilian miner launches fresh lobbying effort to gain access into China
  • Europe's banking crisis could help shipping, says Ted Petropoulos
    Greece's best-known ship finance guru shares his insights into the market
  • Nicaragua Canal
    An old idea has resurfaced, and why not?
  • MISC denies plan to sell NCB Port Holdings stake
    Chief executive quashes speculative reports of sale of terminal interest

Fairplayweb site
JUNE 7, 2012
  • Perils seen in yard glut
    THE BIGGEST danger in the newbuilding sector is excess yard capacity, creating fleet oversupply, not the scarcity of lending, Posidonia delegates heard this afternoon
  • India to add port capacity
    INDIAN Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has chalked out Delhi's plans for ports, roads and other infrastructure for the coming financial year
  • ESL imposes congestion surcharge at Chennai
    SEVERE congestion at Chennai's port caused by a three-day truck strike has led a shipping line to impose a freight surcharge
  • Cruise berthing changes urged
    GREECE'S egalitarian policy on port berths hinders the cruise sector, the Posidonia shipping conference was told today
  • Algeria to expand gas export capacity
    ALGERIA said today it hopes to raise natural gas export capacity to 90Bn m³ per year by 2015, from the current 60Bn m³/y
  • Blowing froth off cappuccino bunker report
    FURTHER R&D is needed to understand the "cappuccino" effect on bunkering, according to Germanisher Lloyd VP Alam Khorshed
  • China's coal demand heating up
    CHINA'S steam coal demand is likely to build in the next few weeks as temperatures rise sharply for summer, a drybulk consultancy has predicted
  • Dolphin gains $1.5Bn credit facility
    DOLPHIN International, the listed drill ship and rig operator controlled by Norway's Fred Olsen Energy, has signed a five-year credit facility accord for up to $1.5Bn
  • Korea Register allies with Russians
    THE KOREAN Register of Shipping told Fairplay today it is forming an alliance with the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping
  • Partners to develop gas fields
    SANTOS today signed an agreement with South Korean conglomerate SK Group and ConocoPhillips to develop the Caldita and Barossa gas fields in the Timor Sea
  • India seen as new LNG 'tiger'
    IF CHINA develops its shale gas resources much earlier than analysts predict, India could become Asia's most important LNG market, a conference in Malaysia was told today
  • Japan to step even harder on the gas
    JAPAN today predicted a big jump in LNG demand, with little short-term prospect of restarting its nuclear industry

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JUNE 7, 2012
  • Woodward Succeeds Fraser as Horizon Lines' CEO
    Sam Woodward was named president and CEO of domestic ocean carrier Horizon Lines, succeeding Stephen H. Fraser, who served as...
  • Stevedore Says It's Not Taking ILA Work
    A stevedoring company that plans to use workers from the Operating Engineers union to load military ammunition at Charleston said...
  • APL Terminal Project Gets Green Light in LA
    The Los Angeles Harbor Commission certified the final environmental impact report and approved the proposed expansion of the APL terminal...
  • LA Port Budget Includes $285 Million for Expansion
    The Los Angeles Harbor Commission adopted a 2012-13 fiscal year budget that includes projected capital expenditures of $285.7 million for...
  • John Arwood, Former TFL President, Dies at 80
    John R. Arwood, who served as president and CEO of Trans Freight Lines and chairman of Kirk Line during a...
  • Tampa Port Chief Wainio Resigns
    Richard Wainio, director and chief executive of the Tampa Port Authority, resigned unexpectedly on Wednesday, saying he wants to leave...
  • Asia-Europe Spot Rates Slide for Fifth Straight Week
    Average spot prices on the Asia-Europe trade slipped again this week for the fifth week in a row, reflecting the...
  • Matson Completes Post-Separation Financing
    Matson Navigation Co. has entered a series of debt financing agreements as part of a previously announced plan to separate...
  • Shell, TA Sign Natural Gas Pact
    Energy giant Shell Oil and truck stop chain TravelCenters of America agreed to build and operate a nationwide natural gas...
  • ILA, ILWU Consider Alliance Against Non-Union Forces
    The nation's two dock worker unions may take the lead in forming a maritime labor alliance to protect their jurisdiction...
  • US Marines' Plan to Use Non-ILA Labor Upsets Union
    The International Longshoremen's Association may have to take on the U.S. Marines to protect its jurisdiction in the Southeast. ...
  • April Air Cargo Volumes Off 4.4 Percent Year-Over-Year
    Global air freight volumes in April declined 4.4 percent year-over-year, according to the latest figures from Airports Council International. ...
  • Freight Rates Are Again Profitable, Moller-Maersk's Andersen Says
    Container freight rates are profitable again and could rise further if trade picks up over the summer, A.P. Moller-Maersk CEO...
  • Neptune Orient Lines Names Wong South Asia President
    Neptune Orient Lines promoted Jason Wong to the position of regional president for South Asia. Wong, who...
  • Air France-KLM Cargo Slumps 8.8 Percent
    Air France-KLM's cargo traffic slumped 8.8 percent in May from a year ago, driven by a double digit decline in...
  • Maersk to Hike Rates on Major Trades
    Maersk Line plans to apply a series of general rate increases on major trade lanes that will take effect in...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
JUNE 7, 2012
  • ESL adds Chennai trade surcharge
    Chronic congestion at the Bay of Bengal port of Chennai is causing problems for several carriers with Hong Kong-managed Emirates Shipping Line (ESL) imposing an ...
  • Yangtze River cargo on the rise
    Container cargo levels are still growing at a modest rate along the Yangtze River Delta in China according to the latest statistics published by the Yangtze ...
  • Mixed blessings in Euro-Latin American trades
    Figures recently published by UK-based Container Trades Statistics reveal a very mixed picture in the Europe-South and Central America trades, with northbound cargo ...
  • Asia-Europe cargo volumes still down in April
    The latest information from the ocean carrier portal Container Trades Statistics reveals that exports from Asia to Europe remain in the doldrums. In April the 1.14 ...
  • Global Container Terminals to rival Virginia Port with new tech launch
    Competition is hotting up among US east coast ports in efforts to be ready to handle the larger size vessels that will be abale to transit the wider Panama ...
  • Interest in Manta port concession grows
    Within a month of the Manta Port Authority issuing its tender for the development and operations of a new multipurpose cargo-handling facility, some 10 companies ...
  • Ocean carriers woes multiply
    All-in spot freight rates quoted to forwarders in Shanghai for cargo exports to Europe and the US fell marginally again up to Friday June 1, 2012, according to ...
  • CMA CGM still in financial trouble
    As with most other major ocean carriers, CMA CGM continued to haemorrhage serious money in Q1 12. It lost USD248 million on the bottom line, on top of Q4 11's deficit ...
  • Transport and logistics sectors lead the way in Dubai
    The supply chain and freight transport logistics sectors are expected to post continuing growth over the next one to two years in Dubai with a leading recruitment ...

TradeWindsweb site
JUNE 7, 2012
  • CIT targets tombstones
    US banking giant's leveraged finance division ready to storm the market in a bid to fill gap carved by retreating rivals.
  • Harvey pounces on PSVs
    Offshore owner coughs up nearly $300m to takeover ten-vessel platform-supply fleet of US compatriot BeeMar.
  • YSPNY enters adolescence
    Campaign to become Manhattan's go-to group for shipping youngsters gains traction as fundraiser takes shape.
  • Matson's marathon
    US containership operator says A&B divorce may be sealed by the end of this month following massive debt overhaul.
  • Trai Thien USA hints at delays
    Vietnamese mini-bulker owner still searching for $42m from investors to fund newbuilding sextet.
  • Avance bags VLGC brace
    Stolt-Nielsen's gas shipping division takes a couple of vessels from John Angelicoussis as Greek owner exits the LPG market.
  • Vroon adds quartet
    Dutch group's MPI unit returns to UK yard South Boats for wind-farm transfer vessels.
  • OSS may get more cash
    Denmark applies for more EU funds to support second and third wave of redundancies at AP Moller-Maersk-owned yard.
  • Greek ferry grounds
    Passengers evacuated from Flying Dolphin XIX following incident on Thursday morning.
  • KDM Shipping plots IPO
    Ukrainian cargoship owner wants to double its fleet with the proceeds from listing in Warsaw.
  • ICAP raises Japanese flag
    Broker notes potential restart of two reactors may curb further rises in imports, dampening demand.
  • Thenamaris off the bench
    Greek owner buys its second tanker in as many weeks having sat out of the S&P game for a year.
  • Blueseed eyes Silicon Sea
    New cruiseship venture aims to woo tech boffins denied US work visas by anchoring 12 miles off California.
  • MMHE unveils grand plans
    MISC offshoot well placed to build orderbook as it plans $600m yard investment but denies port sell off.
  • Shanghai volumes on the rise
    The world's largest container port saw volumes grow by nearly 3% to second highest level in a year.

American Shipperweb site
JUNE 7, 2012
  • FedEx SupplyChain invests in technology
  • VistaLogix picks Skinner for president
  • Great Lakes shippers' 'light loading' plight
    It's estimated the U.S.-flag Great Lakes vessel fleet loses more than 8,100 tons of cargo for each one-inch reduction in loaded draft, forcing many vessel operators to shrink their carrying loads.
  • FMC: Complaints about personal goods to Brazil spike
  • FMC revises NRA rules
    The final rule to revise regulations for negotiated rate arrangements (NRAs) will eliminate some recordkeeping requirements to make them less burdensome for NVOs, the agency says.
  • Longshoremen highlight disputes with other unions
    Disputes over jurisdiction with other unions and vexation with the AFL-CIO are being highlighted this week by leaders of the two major unions for U.S. longshoremen...
  • House panel advances port security legislation
    The House Homeland Security Committee on Wednesday passed by voice vote the SMART Port Security Act, which attempts toenhance risk-based supply chain security programs.
  • Chinese shoes found with lead contamination
    Agency investigators seized from a Seattle-area distributor a shipment of children's shoes from China that contained three times the legal limit of lead, and ordered them to be destroyed.
  • Maersk kills Spondylus WCSA loop
  • NY/NJ port authority takes tenant's security deposit
  • Shipco starts Dominican Republic-to-Miami service
  • P&G chief to chair U.S.-China Business Council
  • IFAI names Hennessy president

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JUNE 7, 2012
  • Falling bunker costs raise cruise operator estimates
    'If bunker fuel behaves itself, then it is likely that investor interest will recover and that CCL and RCL could trade to our $36 price target for both companies.'
  • Fujairah bucks firming trend
    South Africa sees prices climb.
  • European prices following 'firming trend'
    WTI crude oil futures were showing losses in trading on Thursday
  • US votes could delay development of biofuels
    'Oil industry is trying to undermine a potential competitor,'says US Agriculture Secretary.
  • Higher BN lube available from Castrol's main hubs
    'Cyltech brand now spans the 40-80 BN range,' says lube supplier.
  • Maersk to impose bunker surcharges in tanker sector
    'Worldscale rates have not risen nearly as much as bunker costs,' says chief executive.
  • Fuel oil stocks fall in Singapore
    Western arbitrage arrivals to slacken in the weeks ahead.
  • AADA to lower bunker surcharges in July
    Decision follows the recent decrease in bunker prices in Hong Kong and South Korea.
  • Bunker prices climbing in key Asian ports
    Good supplies of bunker fuel in major Asian ports on Thursday.
  • Coscon advises bunker adjustment factor for international trades
    BAFs to affect trades in the Far East, Indian sub-continent, Europe, Mediterranean, USA and Canada.
  • O.W. Bunker expands operations in Lithuania
    Relocates 2,800 dwt Oxana bunker barge to Port of Klaipeda.
  • Chimbusco's Qingdao branch gets safety award
    Firm's Qingdao branch to be given 'favorable treatment' by marine authorities due to award.
  • China fuel oil stocks rise 4.7% on-week
    Increase partly due to higher imports from bonded bunker traders in East China.
  • Japanese refineries to lower bunker output in June
    Itochu Enex's exit did not 'severely affect' supplies of bonded bunkers, local traders say.
  • Fujairah terminal starts second phase of construction
    Phase two will be operational by the fourth quarter of 2013, says Socar.
  • CMA CGM confident despite Q1 loss
    Firm stated it had returned to break even in April as rates per container recovered and bunker prices fell.

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