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BRIEFS

September 11, 2012

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Singapore opens Jurong lighter terminal at New Marina South Wharves Port operations restored after ship collision causes Singapore oil spill APL Logistics boxes cars with its 'safe, flexible' AutoDirect system Germanischer Lloyd sees cost savings in switching to LNG-fuelled ships West African pirates deploy lighters to steal oil - 40 attacks in 2012 Fesco H1 up 11.7pc to 239,000 TEU, sales rise 21pc to US$582 million DB Schenker to run warehouses and distribution for Pepsi in Poland CN to expand Prince George locomotive shop to support Prince Rupert port US Government ends sinking of old ships to create artificial reefs Lufthansa cabin crew vow to stage no strike for 6 weeks, agree to meditation China Southern plans to turn Guangzhou hub for Europe, Oceania transits Air carriers deny charges of dumping regulars to serve e-gadget rush Africa must upgrade safety to make aviation key economic driver: IATA River port of Nantong's eight-month throughput tops 120 million tonnes

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
Asia-Europe spot rates down for sixth consecutive week: SCFI Chinese shipping could see hard times, says industry insider CK Line's VTS service CKYH-Green Alliance to reduce Asia-Europe loops Esmeralda, the Ambassador of the Seas, visits Mumbai Port Globe Wireless announces CrewCash & ShipMoney Govt to bring out new shipbuilding policy MSC extends Swedish coverage to Stockholm New Panama Canal opening may bring about intense Caribbean rivalry R. R. Joshi unanimous choice as new NACFS President Robert Uggla presented Seatrade Young Person in Shipping Award 2012 UN emissions directive forces WTSA members to levy eco-fuel surcharge Vessel blaze off Mumbai coast under control GAIL (I) inks LNG supply contract with France's GDF Suez Air freight demand down 3.2 pc in July on uncertain economic outlook: IATA Developers' apathy forces govt to mull funding road projects Disturbed by industrial slump, apex chambers stress on need for hard decisions E-payment of Customs duty now compulsory FM making efforts to ensure speedy rollout of GST

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
Trans-alpine freight traffic shrinking in Switzerland Switzerland's Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications (DETEC) reported that the volume of trans-alpine road and rail freight shrank in H1/2012, ... Unifeeder takes over Feederlink The Danish feeder company Unifeeder wants to buy the Irish Continental Group's subsidiary Feederlink, which operates on routes between the Netherlands and the UK. (nau) Nesck Sales & Rentals acquires Penske Utility Rentals North America-based Nesco Sales and Rentals has acquired Penske Utility Rentals fleet. The purchase strengthens Nesco's east coast and mid-Atlantic presence and provides customers ... Tall truck and trailer order for Scania in Sweden Scania's Swedish subsidiary has entered into a long-term agreement commencing in late 2012, which will ensure safe road transportation of iron ore concentrate until 2021. The goods... Russian Railways make better use of locomotives Russian Railways reported that the usage rate of its locomotives rose by 4.2% in H1/2012, compared to the same period in 2011. The transport performance of the locomotives amounted... Dubai airfreight surge in July Dubai International began the second half of 2012 on a strong note by surpassing the 200,000 t mark in July. The UAE airport's cargo volumes surged by 6.2% that month to 204,510 t ... Stephan Wehrle to be SBB media spokesman for German-speaking part of Switzerland The Swiss national railway SBB has appointed Stephan Wehrle as media spokesman for the German-speaking part of Switzerland. Wehrle assumed responsibility for management communicati... LUG strong room secured by Brinks LUG aircargo handling handed over the operations of its strong rooms in the LUG warehousing facilities at Frankfurt/Main airport (Germany) to Brink's on 1 September. "Thanks t... Air Nigeria suspends operations Air Nigeria (formerly Virgin Nigeria), which was established in 2004, is reportedly suspending operations today (10 September). A number of African media reports have indicated tha... A reshuffle and a retirement at the GAC Group Jan Farnelid, GAC's group vice-president for human resources, retired on 31 August and took on a consulting role with the group until the end of the year. Patrik Halldén has taken ... PepsiCo in Poland steps up collaboration with DB Schenker Logistics DB Schenker Logistics has been selected as the service provider for PepsiCo's four regional distribution centres, with a total area of around 25,000 sqm, in Warsaw, Lodz, Cracow an... FPS Shenzen relocates for growth The Shenzen (China) office of Famous Pacific Shipping (FPS) Hong Kong - one of the founders of the FPS Group network of independent freight forwarders - has relocated to larger pre... SNCF Geodis and Vestas transport wind blades by rail The global logistics provider SNCF Geodis and Vestas, a prominent wind turbine manufacturer, have launched a breakthrough concept for transporting wind turbine blades. For the firs...

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
GD NASSCO achieves MLP shipbuilding milestone Larry Vauclin to retire after 52 years in shipbuilding Jensen Maritime redesigns fishing vessel Venezuela drops charges against U.S.-flag ship Lauritzen JV orders North Sea accommodation semi Rowan exercises option for fourth UDW drillship Transocean to sell off shallow water rigs

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
Port of Port Angeles names Goschen as new finance director Port of Camas-Washougal adds industrial park tenants Coast Guard cutter HEALY begins second Arctic mission American Cruise Lines vessel makes stop at Port of Anacortes Global Port Tracker report predicts September volume gains

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
US heavylift vessel to leave Venezuela after arms charges dropped Crew held for 13 days after rifles for defence against pirates found on board Panamax resale pair sold for $24m each Katsikis & Sigalas grows fleet again after selling last panamax pair in 2007 Volatile iron-ore price is boost for futures trade Volatility 'goes bananas' according to iron-ore broker New finance chief at Maersk Line Søren Strøm joins from Clipper Group Private security can curb piracy in the Gulf of Guinea Attacks involving beatings, robbery, kidnap and even death are increasing, yet governments have still not agreed any counter-piracy strategy P&O Ferries launches business review Falling freight rates and soaring fuel costs make life 'extremely tough' for ro-ro firm Almi clinches VLCC charters with Chevron Slew of tankers fixed as group sells eight Fairsky bulkers An experienced hand on the tiller The appointment of Patrick McLoughlin as UK transport secretary heralds the return of a politician with hands-on experience of important port policy drafting Updated: CMA CGM is back in the black Full-year profit ambitions on track as French line posts $178m second-quarter profit Søren Skou sets Maersk on new course But there is still a long way to go, says 'old school shipowner' at the helm of world's biggest boxship operator China imports more iron ore than expected in August Iron ore imports up 5.7% year on year Vladivostok LNG deal offsets Shtokman delays Russia-Japan deal raises hopes for new trade in Asia-Pacific APMT takes stake in Global Ports Deal is largest foreign direct investment in Russian transport Buyer sought for bankrupt P+S Insolvency administrator holds 'informal' talks with shipyard's suitors Textainer pays $66m for extra 52,000 teu Managing containers is a key part of business strategy, but container ownership is more profitable, says chief executive Brewer MSC Flaminia finally finds a berth Arrival at Jade-Weser Port in Wilhelmshaven follows safety inspection on Saturday Scrapping market 'teeters' on the brink of collapse as ships await buyers Backlog of vessels awaiting demolition in Bangladesh TUC demands 'coherent' shipping policy Unions urged to condemn exploitation of non-UK seafarers Rongsheng faces multiple lawsuits after acquisition default Claims of insider trading, false statement and contracting fault against private shipbuilder Slouching dragon, hindered tiger Shipping braces itself for China's 'engineered economic slowdown' Lodestar launches fixed-premium P&I product $100m capacity provided by RSA Boxship ablaze off Mumbai Fire on Amsterdam Bridge under control Kuwaiti VLGC drags down spot market rates Owners rush to secure cargoes, fearing LPG exports will dry up Car carrier operators face years of uncertainty as price-fix probe spreads Premises raided in Japan, Europe and North America for evidence of collusion Boxships owner seeks to link charter contract with freight rates Munich-based KGAL wants to link time charter rates to the Shanghai Containerised Freight Index Comment: Car carriers' concentration of power Investigation may stem from complaints by manufacturers about capacity constraints Car carriers in a jam The deepsea car trades are dominated by just a handful of global players. Is that what has raised the antitrust regulators' suspicions? Hudong-Zhonghua wins LNG shipbuilding deal CSSC unit to build up to six 174,000 cu m vessels for venture between Sinopec and China Shipping Development Lessors build up reefer box fleets Container investment may offer better returns to rental firms Singapore investigates vessel collision Nearly 60 tonnes of bunker fuel spilled at Temasek Fairway

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
Box ship fire contained off India INDIA'S coastguard and navy managed to put out a fire on board container ship Amsterdam Bridge Venezuela drops charges against US crew ARMS trafficking charges were dropped against a US captain and his 14-member crew after they were detained in Maracaibo, Venezuela for 12 days, Fairplay confirmed today CMA CGM bounces back to 2Q profit THIRD-ranking container shipping group CMA CGM has returned to profit in the second quarter of 2012, after recording net income of $178M ITF threatens "storm of protest" over jailed union leader THE INTERNATIONAL Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) promised today to raise a new "storm of protest" if the Moroccan judiciary continue to refuse to release imprisoned port workers' trade union leader Said Elhairech Dahlman Rose: Chinese stimulus could hike rates CAPESIZE spot rates could surge in the wake of Chinese stimulus, Dahlman Rose analyst Omar Nokta said today 1990s-built VLCCs snapped up for conversions VLCC resales gained momentum last week, as buyers snapped up 1990s-built tonnage for conversions into floating oil storage Car carrier stocks fall on widening cartel suspicion SHARES in two car carrier companies listed in Oslo fell on Monday morning after news that an investigation of a possible cartel in the sector had widened from Japan to include the US, Eu and Canada Seadrill plans $1.0Bn note offer SEADRILL, the Oslo-listed company in the centre of John Fredriksen's drill ship and rig business, plans to raise $1.0Bn through an offer of five year notes, the company said in a statement Arctic Securities: Chinese stimulus won't change market THE $150Bn stimulus unveiled by China is unlikely to change Capesize dynamics, said Arctic Securities analyst Erik Nikolai Stavseth, noting that the amount is much smaller than in 2009, while the Capesize fleet has grown by 64% in two years Breaking prices dive FIRM sales in the past three weeks have taken their toll on the ship recycling market, as prices fell across the board in South Asia Jaya pumps capital to subsidiary SINGAPORE offshore vessel specialist Jaya Holdings has increased its paid-up capital for wholly owned subsidiary Concord Offshore Long-haul box rates still falling LONG-HAUL box rates are still declining, as shippers succeed in resisting liners' general rate increases this month Ezra issues S$200M notes SINGAPORE-listed offshore player Ezra Holdings said it has issued S$200M ($162M) fixed rate notes to refinance existing borrowings

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
US Diesel Prices Stay Nearly Flat The average cost of diesel in the U.S. stayed nearly flat, inching up a five-hundredth of a cent in the... Port Tracker Forecasts Strong Import Volume Containerized imports at major U.S. ports are expected to rise 8.5 percent this month and remain strong through the holiday... Hapag-Lloyd Temporarily Suspends Calls at Costa Rica Port Hapag-Lloyd has announced a temporary suspension of its calls at Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica, as part of its California Central... CMA CGM Reports $178 Million Profit CMA CGM rebounded to a $178 million net profit in the second quarter from a $248 million net loss in... 'K' Line Ship on Fire Off Mumbai Efforts were under way Monday to extinguish a fire that continued to burn aboard an Antigua and Barbuda-flag container ship... APM Moves Into Russia With $860 Million Investment APM Terminals has acquired a 37.5 percent stake in Russia's Global Ports worth $860 million, making the port-operating arm of... India Container Traffic Rises 2.5 Percent Container throughput at major ports in India grew about 2.5 percent year-over-year from April through August, according to preliminary figures... Asia-Europe Outlook 'Challenging,' Maersk Exec Says Trans-Pacific volumes are performing well but the outlook for Asia-Europe is at best "challenging," according to one leading shipping executive.... Countdown to Crisis in ILA Ports International Longshoremen's Association and management negotiators are running out of time to avert a threatened Maine-to-Texas dock strike that is... Cargolux Returns to Ecuador With A New Flight Pattern Cargolux has resumed flights to Ecuador after a nearly 39-month hiatus. The Dutch cargo carrier's twice-weekly flights to Cotopaxi International... Yuma County, Ariz. Studies Reefer Rail Officials in Yuma County, Ariz., are looking closely at the trade and jobs benefits that reefer rail service could give... Blueberries, Other Superfruits Cropping Up in Bunches It's not just apples and bananas in fruit markets these days. Producing nations are trying to beef up production and... Thermo King Launches New Trailer Platform Thermo King is launching the Precedent, a new trailer temperature-control platform designed to deliver double-digit fuel savings, best-in-class performance and... Defense Logistics Agency to Buy six-Month Meat Supply The Defense Logistics Agency is procuring a six-month advanced supply of meat, poultry and fish to provide drought relief for... Produce Distribution Center Goes Solar in California Watsonville Coast Produce installed a solar power system on its roof that will save the company more than $100,000 in... Avian Flu Spreads to Netherlands The Philippines imposed a ban on poultry items from the Netherlands because of an outbreak of low-pathogenic avian flu in... CMA CGM Extends Brazil Express Service CMA CGM will upgrade its fixed-day weekly service between the east coast of South America and the Caribbean, introducing the... Dole Signs Lease at Port of San Diego San Diego's Board of Port Commissioners voted unanimously to grant Dole Fresh Fruit a 24 1/2-year lease to import and... On Produce: Truck Rates, Volume Extend Their Climb U.S. truck shipments of fresh produce totaled 8.9 million tons in the second quarter, up 24 percent from the first... US Agriculture Trade to Hit Record Levels U.S. farmers, ranchers and producers are expected to sell record amounts of agricultural commodities to overseas buyers next year, according... Consumer Groups Sour on Food Safety Two consumer groups are stepping up their criticism of delays in implementing the Food Safety Modernization Act by suing the... Drought Likely to Beef Up Meat Prices and Imports The drought that stretched across much of the U.S. this summer decimated corn and soybean crops, with the U.S. Department... China's Cold Rush As China's middle class expands and develops, so does the food marketing system and cold chain that deliver the more... Reefer Container Market Runs Hot The international cold chain received a significant investment in 2011 when a record number of refrigerated containers joined the global... A Scrambled Message on 'Dumping' The U.S. poultry industry got a mixed decision from Mexico after one government agency formally decided U.S. producers were dumping... Bridging the Gulf, on Land and Sea Billions of dollars worth of fresh produce and pharmaceuticals cross the Mexican border each year to enter the U.S., and... Commentary: Rotten Tomatoes? When countries go to war over trade, there are rarely winners. One domestic industry might get a reprieve from foreign... Commentary: Paying the Right Price for Reefer Service Food shippers who have been warned of a coming equipment shortage should be cheered by a new report that shows... Terminal Operators' Lands of Opportunities There's a reason they're called "emerging markets." Although markets such as India, Vietnam, Brazil and Russia offer the highest upside,... No Easy Answers For Shippers Shippers planning for a possible East and Gulf Coast port shutdown next month must choose from a menu of unpalatable... Filling Seats Is Not Just Trucking's Problem When it comes to trouble finding skilled employees, trucking isn't alone. From manufacturers to technology companies, nursing homes to schools,... Commentary: Ethanol Content's Unintended Consequences I ran across a curious anomaly last month while on vacation way Down East in Maine. A marina is selling...

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
APM T moves into Russia APM Terminals has spectacularly entered the Russian market by acquiring a half of Transportation Investments Holding's (N-Trans) 75% stake in Global Ports Investments ... Denmark and Singapore to collaborate Is the sun going down on EU-imported Chinese solar panels? The EU has launched an investigation into allegations of 'dumping' of Chinese-manufactured solar panels after a consortium of 20 leading European producers complained ... Sappio joins Widdows at Rickmers Ron Widdows has recruited his long time business colleague at APL, Robert Sappio, to join him at the Hamburg-headquartered Rickmers Group. Rickmers owns containerships ... DB Schenker expands in Stockholm DB Schenker is expanding the capacity of its distribution centre in Stockholm Arlandastad from 31,000 square metres to 63,000 square metres. The facility handles ... Lessors' share of fleet will grow The latest report on the container leasing industry by London-based Drewry Maritime Research suggests that 2012 will be another good year with the rental pool of ... MSC Flaminia: arrives at Wilhelmshaven

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
Tsakos parts with vintage VLCC Tsakos Energy Navigation of Greece appears to have lined up a buyer for one of its oldest VLCCs. Debt discussions continue CMA CGM is on track to restructuring $4bn in debt by year end but the process appears to have been delayed by discussions surrounding a potential equity injection from outside investors. Iron ore goes bananas Freight Investor Services (FIS) says it has brokered a series of iron ore and freight options through SGX on the first day that the Singapore Exchange launched clearing for these contracts. Interesting boring A Japanese drillship has set a new record by digging the deepest hole beneath the ocean floor. Tenryu to Thailand Nathalin of Thailand has been linked to the purchase of a 1990s-built VLCC for $25m. CMA CGM accelerates French liner giant CMA CGM has enjoyed a "substantial" rise in second quarter rates as it eyes a full-year profit. Dahlman sees cape spike A fresh Chinese stimulus could boost capesize rates five-fold from basement levels, investment bank Dahlman Rose predicts. APM makes Russia move APM Terminals has announced its intention to get a slice of the burgeoning Russian market. Docker dies in fall A UK port worker has been killed after plunging into the cargo hold of a Japanese bulker at Hartlepool. SwissMarine in cape buy? Peter Weernink's SwissMarine looks to have continued its capesize purchasing push. Nowhere left to run? Sierra Leone has booted nine Iranian ships off its registry as pressure on Tehran's alleged nuclear weapons programme grows. SFI sitting pretty A unique position in a difficult banking environment has spurred RS Platou Markets to upgrade Ship Finance International. EMGS loses $7m gig EMGS has lost out on a $7m payday after a charter contract was cancelled. Crewman killed by line A Filipino seaman has died after being hit by a snapped mooring cable at Terneuzen in the Netherlands. Neu sheds mini-cape Germany's Neu Seeschiffahrt has sold off another capesize for demolition in Bangladesh. Rowan goes fourth US owner Rowan adds a fourth ultra-deepwater drillship at Hyundai Heavy Industries. Sale spurs Pac Basin Removal of its ro-ro headache breathed fresh life into the shares of Pacific Basin Shipping today. Axis orders China semi Axis Offshore, the J Lauritzen and HitecVision tie-up, has ordered its first semi-submersible accommodation vessel newbuilding. Ocean Atlas to sail The crew of a US heavy-lift vessel held in Venezuela over the presence of rifles on board could soon be free to leave. TDW buys a pair Tidewater has picked up a pair of offshore support vessels from Fratelli d'Amato. Cash boost for P+S Insolvent German shipyard group P+S Werften is to receive a cash injection of EUR 4m ($5.1m) to keep repairing vessels at Wolgast. Another boxship burns Firefighters have been tackling a blaze on a German containership after it caught fire off Mumbai, India. Seadrill eyes $1bn bond John Fredriksen-controlled Seadrill has said it will look to launch a $1bn five-year unsecured bond issue. Flaminia reaches Germany The fire damaged MSC Flaminia has finally made it to Germany arriving off the country on Sunday evening. Oil spill off Singapore Singapore has begun an oil spill clean-up operation after a handymax bulker and an LPG tanker collided off the city state.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
NIT League: Port strike would cause big supply chain disruption The large shippers organization said a survey of its members found they anticipate "significant disruptions in their supply chains in the event of work stoppages at East and Gulf coast ports." Numerex enters the supply chain Former U.S. soldier pleads guilty to export violations Ex-Im Bank: $2 billion financing for U.A.E. nuclear plant The transaction will finance the construction of the first nuclear power plant on the Arabian peninsula, which upon completion will number among the largest nuclear-generating facilities in the world. NYK/Hapag suspend calls at Costa Rica port The suspension at Puerto Caldera comes in the wake of a massive earthquake in Costa Rica last week that has caused congestion due to the partial closure of most of the port's berthing positions CMA CGM enjoys profitable 2Q The world's third largest liner carrier said Monday it had first-half operating profits of $104 million, aided by a $392 million operating profit in the second quarter. The line also saw large increases in revenue and volume. Rodick named CFO of UTi Ceres launches supply chain sustainability FAQ R.R. Donnelley expands with Express Postal buy APMT acquires stake in Russian company Schenker adds transparency to cargo tracking

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
Week starts with firm prices at Fujairah Stronger showing for bunker prices in the Middle East but Suez remains dry. MGO prices soften in north west Europe Prices lack clear direction in Europe. European Parliament to vote of sulphur limits Finnish industry still looking for ECA rules to be relaxed Make speed limits mandatory, say greens Slower speeds introduced during the slowdown should be made to stick. 'Fit for purpose' should be industry standard Blending is leading to more disputes over quality. Bunker prices fuel downbeat liner assessment High prices and softer freight rates combine to form gloomy outlook. Asian ports start week with gains in IFO prices Supplies 'tight' in Singapore. Spain seeks to regulate bunkering in Gibraltar waters Comments followed fishing dispute in Gibraltar waters. Philippine oil company gets approval to acquire tanker firm Acquisition will result in savings from financial and operational efficiencies. German firm introduces new engine with gas option Engine sets new standards in fuel efficiency, says MAN Diesel. Chinese supplier anticipates further legal actions Expects to face further litigations in relation to its CEO take-over bid. Trinidad bunkering 'holds potential' BIC CEO believes Trinidad a 'great opportunity' for bunkering. Bunker spill in Singapore collision Oil response team activated following collision between bulk carrier and LPG tanker on Sunday.

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PORTS

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

Paris

It will become operational in 2027

COMPETITION

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

Rome

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

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation

PORTS

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

Rome

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

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

PORTS

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

Taranto

Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

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

LOGISTICS

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

Hedehusene

Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.

TRUCKING

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

Milan

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

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

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

PORTS

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

Antwerp

In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased

PORTS

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

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

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

SHIPPING

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

CRUISES

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

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

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

London/Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

LEGISLATION

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

Rome

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

PORTS

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

Los Angeles

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

SHIPPING

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

Seoul

The ships will be delivered by April 2029

PORTS

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

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

PIRACY

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

Kuala Lumpur

The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk

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

PORTS

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

La Spezia

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

ACCIDENTS

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

Batam

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

TRADE

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

Beijing

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

PORTS

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

Singapore

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

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference

LEGISLATION

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

Washington

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

SHIPPING

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

Oslo

From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton

TRADE

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

Washington

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

PORTS

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

Livorno

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

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

SHIPPING

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

Beijing

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

PORTS

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

Ankara

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

SHIPPING

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

Taipei/Keelung

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

SHIPPING

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

Brussels

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

Naples

Cruise passengers on the rise

PORTS

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

Washington

National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Madrid

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

SHIPPING

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

Haifa

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

INDUSTRY

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

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Santiago

An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%

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

SHIPPING

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

Cairo/Ismailia

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

PORTS

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

Naples/Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

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

PORTS

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

Ravenna

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

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

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

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

Los Angeles

Invitation to submit expressions of interest

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

PORTS

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

Geneva

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

SHIPPING

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

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

PORTS

Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054

Genoa

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

FREIGHT TERMINALS

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

Padua

PORTS

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

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

Hamburg

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

SHIPPING

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

Beijing

The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures

ACCIDENTS

New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden

Southampton

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

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

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

CRUISES

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

Hannover/Trieste

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

PORTS

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

Palermo

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

SHIPPING

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

Seoul

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

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

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

PORTS

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

Bremen

Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.

CRUISES

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

Catania

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

PORTS

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

Barcelona/Algeciras

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

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

Rome

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

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

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

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

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

SHIPPING

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

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Vado Ligure

Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata

SHIPPING

Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement

Naples

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

PORTS

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

Gioia Tauro

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

PORTS

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

La Spezia

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

PORTS

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

Istanbul

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

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

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

Valencia

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

PORTS

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

Long Beach

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPPING

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

Izmir

It will be held on a weekly basis

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

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

MARITIME SERVICES

Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome/Trieste

Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement

TAXES

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

Rome

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

COMPANIES

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

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

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

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

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

SHIPYARDS

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

Ismailia

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

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

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

PORTS

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

Hong Kong

A 16.3% drop was recorded in September

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

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

Trondheim/Brest

Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest

SHIPPING

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

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

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

Brussels

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

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

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

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

Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

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

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

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

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPYARDS

The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo

Palermo

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

SHIPPING

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

Hong Kong

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

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

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

OFFSHORE

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

Palermo

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

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

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

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

Taranto

Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas

ACCIDENTS

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

Amsterdam/London

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

PORTS

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

Rome

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

EDUCATION

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

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

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

Nola

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

SHIPPING

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

Vado Ligure

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

FINANCING

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

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

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

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

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

Gioia Tauro

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

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

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

PORTS

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

Livorno

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

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

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

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

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

Rome

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

SHIPPING

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

Athens

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

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

Rozzano

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

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

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

PORTS

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

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

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

Valencia

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

PORTS

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

Pozzallo

It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm

CRUISES

Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises

Monfalcone

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

MEETINGS

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

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

PORTS

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

Rome

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

EDUCATION

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

Genoa

The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed

LOGISTICS

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Rome

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

LOGISTICS

Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena

Mesero

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

OFFSHORE

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

San Donato Milanese

The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023

SHIPPING

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

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

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

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

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

Naples

Serious irregularities found on board

PORTS

Italian Ports:

Ancona

Genoa

Ravenna

Augusta

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

MEETINGS

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

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

MEETINGS

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

Lugano

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

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

(The Business Standard)

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

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

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

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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

Villorba

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

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

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

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

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

Venice

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

SHIPPING

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

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

The Eagle

The sale will be completed in the next few days

MEETINGS

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

Lugano

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

OFFSHORE

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

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

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

Ferrara

The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities

PORTS

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

London

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

PORTS

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

Taranto

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

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