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July 12, 2012
Sched Netweb site
  • Port Tracker survey indicates US peak season to be better than last year
  • CMA CGM ends joint loop with APL, revises Far East-Red Sea service
  • Hapag-Lloyd receives 13,200-TEUer, bound for G6 Asia-Europe Loop 4 service
  • China's trade statistics in June reflect slowing global demand growth
  • US court stymies Savannah dredging by giving go-ahead to new eco-suit
  • Shanghai International Shipping Institute prosperity index declines
  • Customs at Tianjin and distant Xian sign dry-port cooperation agreement
  • APM Terminals' JV terminal in Vietnam to handle 600,000 TEU in 2012
  • Twenty parties express interest in building Abidjan's 2nd box terminal
  • 13,092-TEU MSC Margrit's delivery completes line's eight-megaship series
  • Cathay to upgrade its Airbus A350-900 orders into larger A350-1000s
  • Shenzhen airport looks back as it grew to 30 freight operating services
  • ICAO calls for better use of advance info to strengthen air cargo security
  • Singapore's Pacific Airlift extends charter reach to South Korea

Exim Indiaweb site
JULY 11, 2012
  • Air lubrication system on two NYK module carriers reduces CO2 emissions by 6 pc
  • Bureau Veritas simplifies ship certification system
  • FFFAI delegation meets President
  • P&I cover for ships carrying Iranian cargo gets IRDA nod
  • Ulrich Ulrichs appointed Managing Director of Rickmers-Linie
  • Natural rubber exports on the rise
  • Package mulled for exports to countries having high trade deficit with India
  • Pak to increase cement exports to India, reduces export price
  • Japan keen to develop DMIC-type corridor in south India
  • Central land acquisition law will make DMIC unviable: Kant
  • Govt exempts forex transactions from service tax
  • INR erases early losses to touch 55.37
  • Service tax exemption on currency conversion to help exports: Fieo

Marine Logweb site
JULY 11, 2012
  • Ferry with vintage look has modern propulsion and maneuvering...
  • STX France floats out Hapag Lloyd Cruises newbuild
  • PortVision makes AIS vessel tracking service accessible on...
  • EC authorizes rescue loan for German shipbuilder P+S Werften
  • River cruise ship newbuilds to have Future Teak decking...
  • Damen Shipyards Singapore gets new MD
  • Wärtsilä to supply main engines for China's first gas fueled...

World Wide Shipperweb site
JULY 11, 2012
  • Transpacific carriers plan increases to freight rates
  • Commerce Department report finds US international trade up during May
  • Growth in cruise numbers predicted for Brazilian ports
  • Freight transport services index remains level during month of May
  • Eagle Bulk Shipping taps Katzav as CFO

Lloyd's Listweb site
JULY 11, 2012
  • Shale revolution means fears of looming peak oil may be obsolete
    New sources of supply raise hopes of a curb on oil price rises, but are both good and bad news for tanker owners
  • Production boom will shape choice of emissions-reduction technology
    Falling or stable heavy fuel prices could strengthen the case for scrubbers
  • Lloyd Fonds multi-ship KG will not be the last, predicts KPMG
    Ocean 16 model offers one way out by pooling cashflow
  • Lease finance seen filling bank lending shortfall
    Deals set to increase in wake of Commerzbank, says Moore Stephens' head of corporate finance
  • Dry bulk spot market faces a washout summer
    Seasonal lull, low iron ore demand and heavy rainfall limit Chinese coal imports
  • Carnival faces new US lawsuits
    Cruise operator faces $590m claim for damages linked to alleged 'defective' design
  • California sticks to its guns on 24-mile limit for distillates
    Experts predict new lawsuits after North American ECA comes into force in August
  • New maritime security service hits the market
    US-backed firm will not be directly accredited by Sami
  • Port of Virginia plays for time
    APMT must wait to see whether rival bids emerge as deadline is extended to August
  • Pacific box lines seek August rate rises
    TSA targets increase of $500 per feu as demand hardens
  • Africa Express Line closes in on Abidjan reefer concession
    UK operator says ports are key to efficiency drive as ships are forced to slow steam
  • Europe port state inspections fall by a quarter
    More individual ships were inspected last year despite overall decline
  • Two dead and seven missing after bulk carrier sinks in China
    Vessel carrying 10,000 tonnes of iron ore has yet to be identified
  • Eagle Bulk marks refinancing deal with change of chief financial officer
    Katzav replaces ship finance veteran Ginsberg
  • Struggling shipbuilder P+S secures state aid package
    European Commission gives temporary approval for $187m rescue, but wants a restructuring plan within six months
  • Handysize bulker rates in Europe rise above $20,000 per day
    Fertiliser business booming in the Baltic
  • Uncle Sam hits the shops
    US import container volumes increase for 2012, but watch out for Europe's woe
  • Brazil invests $68m in hope of cruise boom
    Government boosts northeastern passenger terminals in advance of World Cup and 2016 Olympics
  • Titan Petrochemicals faces winding-up petition from major investor
    And Grand China Logistics sues Hong Kong-listed oil logistics firm for breach of contract
  • Lloyd's List Global Awards 2012 shortlist revealed
    The shipping industry's most acclaimed, credible and well-supported awards announces this year's finalists
  • China's June export figures signal weaker peak season
    Export order purchase managers index warns of tough times ahead
  • Beachhead
    Gujarat should be able to decide whether Oriental Nicety, aka Exxon Valdez, is safe to land
  • Vopak sells minority stake in Durban facility
    South African black-owned and managed investment firm Reatile takes 30% stake
  • Top US ports will see steady growth in containerised imports to year-end
    National Retail Federation predicts 'modest' rise despite 'mixed' economic indicators
  • Lianyungang Port and CSD form dry bulk joint venture
    New company will manage dry bulk loading and unloading, storage and wrapping, especially grain
  • Neptune orders up to four car carriers from Hyundai Mipo
    Vessels are sisters of previous quartet but offer a smaller environmental footprint
  • Taiwan Port signs deal to co-operate with Chinese terminals
    State-owned operator positions itself as an entrepot for Asia-Europe container traffic
  • Golar Partners sells units to fund FSRU
    Offering and private placement will pay part of $385m pricetag for NR Satu
  • Keppel wins Kazakhstan rig order
    Singapore-listed offshore giant supports drive to unlock Caspian oil and gas reserves

Fairplayweb site
JULY 11, 2012
  • Eagle's financial chief quits
    ALAN GINSBERG has resigned as financial chief of NASDAQ-listed Eagle Bulk, the company confirmed today
  • Yard overcapacity seen at 30%
    BASED on shipping demand and fleet replacements, today's yard overcapacity is estimated at 30%, according to Norwegian shipbroker RS Platou
  • Golar LNG prices offering
    NASDAQ-listed Golar LNG Partners today announced the pricing of a follow-on offering to fund an FSRU drop-down from parent Golar LNG Ltd
  • US box imports edge up
    CONTAINER imports into the US have been forecast to improve slightly over 2011, despite a sluggish economy
  • Vehicle imports rise 29% y/y at Piraeus
    IMPORTS of new vehicles handled at Greece's largest port reportedly rose 29% year on year during the second quarter, the Piraeus Port Authority said
  • Sanko sheds ships
    SANKO Steamship has removed 38 ships from its operated fleet since April
  • VLGC rates hit 2012 high
    RATES to ship LPG on VLGCs have hit a new 2012 high, averaging $72.625 per tonne on the Baltic LPG Index
  • Malaysian palm oil stocks at 14-month low
    MALAYSIA'S palm oil stocks have dived to a 14-month low of just below 1.7M tonnes, caused by slow production and higher exports
  • Port congestion ticks up
    CONGESTION is increasing at major iron ore and coal ports, reflecting rising iron ore shipments and weak demand for coal
  • US rewrites energy trade forecast
    THE US Energy Information Administration today unveiled major revisions of its outlook for coal and products exports and LNG imports, implying significant implications for shipowners

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JULY 11, 2012
  • Charleston Dredging Project Beating Expectations
    The Army Corps of Engineers expects the deepening of Charleston's harbor to be completed sooner and cost less than it...
  • Rotterdam Marks Milestone in Maasvlakte 2 Terminal
    The Port of Rotterdam today closed the final gap in a near seven-mile long seawall, reclaiming almost 5,000 acres of...
  • NS Train Derails, Sparks Fiery Ethanol Blast
    A section of a Norfolk Southern Railway train hauling ethanol on Wednesday morning derailed in Columbus, Ohio, sparking a fiery...
  • Pacific Container Lines Plan Another Rate Hike
    Having succeeded in raising their freight rates several times since Jan. 1, carriers in the eastbound Pacific will try to...
  • NY-NJ Container Terminals Hit by Chassis Shortage
    The Port of New York and New Jersey is facing a shortage of chassis available for use in draying containers...
  • Virginia Extends Deadline for Terminal Bids
    The Virginia Department of Transportation said Wednesday it is extending until Aug. 13 the deadline for alternative bids from private...
  • DHL CEO Discusses Acquisition Plans, Growth Options
    DHL will look to smaller "bolt-on" acquisitions rather than major takeovers to speed growth in the years ahead, according to...
  • Global Semiconductor Sales in May Rose 1.4 Percent From April
    Global semiconductor sales in May rose 1.4 percent from the prior month, giving the struggling air cargo industry, which typically...
  • Trans-Pacific Spot Rate Declines 2.9 Percent
    Average spot rates in the eastbound trans-Pacific trade lane fell 2.9 percent this week, dropping for the second week in...
  • Hapag-Lloyd Sets Congestion Fee at Dammam Port
    German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd will impose a congestion surcharge on all cargo moving to and from the Port of Dammam,...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
JULY 11, 2012
  • China's exporters changing tack
    There is an old Chinese proverb, the literal translation of which reads: See the wind, turn the rudder.In its proper context it has a slightly disparaging meaning; ...
  • AU wants Africa FTA by 2017
  • Carriers end Q2 12 on a high
    Ocean carriers ended Q2 12 feeling much happier than during the previous three months, when record losses were incurred. According to the Shanghai Shipping Exchange's ...
  • Ships' agents board the pro-weighing campaign
    The international ship agents and shipbrokers federation, FONASBA, has given its full backing to the World Shipping Council-led lobby to certificate the weight ...
  • Port Tracker forecasts US volume rise - but GFI suggests a 'pweak' season
    Import cargo volumes are expected to increase 1.6% in July compared with the same month last year, and modest year-over-year increases are expected through the ...
  • Obama increases lead over Romney
    With just four months before the US presidential elections in November, Barack Obama has put some daylight between himself and his Republican rival Mitt Romney, ...
  • Sokhna's bigger cranes offer new options
    The Egyptian Red Sea port of Sokhna will soon be able to handle the largest containerships in the world. This follows the recent delivery of two super post-panamax ...
  • Transnet posts higher results
    Transnet SC, South Africa's state-owned ports rail freight, logistics and pipelines company, has announced annual revenue for fiscal year 2011/12, which ended March ...

TradeWindsweb site
JULY 11, 2012
  • Ship's tanks breached
    A Chinese cargoship has leaked oil off South Korea after going hard aground.
  • Plumbe pockets less
    ACM kingpin Johnny Plumbe has joined fellow London broking bosses in pocketing a smaller pay packet for the past year.
  • Haisheng forecasts loss
    China Shipping Haisheng is predicting a loss for the first half of 2012.
  • Blackrock slims stakes
    Investment heavyweight Blackrock has cashed in shares in two leading US owners.
  • Eagle loses lieutenant
    Eagle Bulk Shipping has ordained a new finance chief following the abrupt resignation of veteran Alan Ginsberg.
  • Malaysians nab more
    Malaysia's crackdown on illegal anchoring has continued with the detention of seven more vessels.
  • Keppel on a roll
    Keppel Corp has boosted its access to funding after concluding a string of recent deals.
  • DSME in bond run
    Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering has kicked off a KRW 500bn ($570.45m) bond run.
  • Polargirl pulled off rocks
    A Norwegian cruise vessel has been freed from rocks off Svalbard.
  • Eike set for Petrobras pie
    Eike Batista's OSX Brasil has been tipped to win its first orders from Petrobras as its compatriot shipbuilders struggle to hit delivery deadlines.
  • Vopak out of Durban
    Dutch tank terminals group Vopak is selling out of its Durban operation
  • Coscol comes a cropper
    Cosco Shipping (Coscol) has seen its bottom line sink fast in the first half of the year
  • Clutch catastrophe
    The crew of a P&O ro-pax has been criticised by UK accident investigators after it crashed into a French berth.
  • Sanction spur lessens
    A crackdown on Iranian oil exports will have less of an impact on the VLCC market than experts had hoped, a leading shipbroker says.
  • Global Offshore adds one
    Global Offshore Services' Dutch unit has added a new vessel to its fleet a day after the Indian firm sold down its stake in the venture.
  • "A banal accident"
    Costa Concordia captain Francesco Schettino has appeared on Italian TV to say sorry for the tragedy in January - up to a point.
  • Costs hurt FOP
    Higher costs and lower revenue have trimmed second quarter earnings at Fred Olsen Production.
  • Smit Lamnalco off to Africa
    Smit Lamnalco has lined up a lucrative contract to support the mining operations of African Minerals Limited in the West African nation of Sierra Leone.
  • Navios sells notes
    New York-listed Greek owner Navios Maritime Holdings and its wholly-owned finance subsidiary Navios Maritime Finance have sold $88m of 8 7/8% first priority ship mortgage notes due in 2017.
  • Golar Partners selling units
    Golar LNG Partners LP will offer 5.5 million common units representing limited partner interests in a public offering. Golar Partners expects to grant the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase an additional 825,000 common units.
  • Ruby to retire
    British cruise operator Saga Shipping is pensioning off its oldest cruiseship.

American Shipperweb site
JULY 11, 2012
  • Russia moves toward WTO accession
    Russia has until July 23 to notify the WTO that it has ratified and accepted the terms for its membership. Thirty days after Russia notifies the WTO that it accepts these terms, the country will become the organization's 156th member.
  • FMC reviews 9 OTI license applications
  • Transpacific carriers seek August rate hikes
    Liner companies in the Asia-to-U.S. trade are seeking to raise dry cargo container rates by an average of $500 per 40-foot container (FEU), in addition to recommending increases to refrigerated cargo rates of $1,000 per FEU to the U.S. West Coast.
  • Lesson 1: Increase supply chain efficiency, don't shut port
  • Ship brokers back reg on overweight boxes
  • U.S. Bank buys TransCard's fuel card network
    The network being bought was developed jointly by TransCard and U.S. Xpress, the nation's second-largest privately owned truckload carrier. U.S. Xpress will become the biggest client of the new system.
  • Import drop helps U.S. trade deficit
    The U.S. trade deficit narrowed in May by $1.9 billion to $48.7 billion as exports increased and imports decreased from April, according to the Commerce Department.
  • Technicolor expands 3PL services
  • Retailers urge ILA, employers to reach agreement
  • Pasha enters Hawaii container trade
  • Troy partners with Cargolines in Europe
  • Eagle Bulk names Katzav CFO
  • Jagged Peak expands same-day delivery

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JULY 11, 2012
  • Bunker prices stable in Fujairah
    Price volatility subduing demand.
  • Prices soften in Rotterdam and Hamburg
    Tight avails in Dutch hub.
  • US shipowner reduces bunker surcharge
    Falling prices nudge bunker surcharge downwards.
  • Biofuel initiatives attacked as a 'gimmick'
    But $62 million becomes available for biofuel developers.
  • Port authority looks for $1 billion in fresh funds
    Sri Lanka Ports Authority makes 'second request' for Hambantota investors.
  • Singapore players caught in Malaysian net
    Malaysia claims tankers were caught in prohibited areas.
  • New home for UK Chamber
    Office will feature in organisation's coming rebranding.
  • Bunker surcharges to fall
    Maersk to reduce bunker adjustment factor by more than 11% on some routes.
  • Wärtsilä strikes LNG engine deal with Chinese buyer
    Low emissions and low cost prove draw for Wärtsilä duel-fuel engines.
  • Falling bunker prices to help prop up Cosco Shipping's earnings
    UBS Investment Research forecasts losses in Q2 but expects earnings to improve in the second half of 2012.
  • IFO prices soften in Asian ports
    Supplies of bunker fuels fine at key Asian ports on Wednesday.
  • NYK 'bubble' ships perform less well in sea operations
    CO2 emissions reduction average 6% during 'actual' sea passages compared to 10% during sea trials.
  • Shell targets LNG bunker market
    Shell makes first foray into LNG bunkering eyeing what it says will become a 'sizeable market'.
  • Philippine oil firm to raise $12 million via note issuance
    Set to raise funds for debt repayment and expenditures.
  • Study on fuel efficient liner operations released
    Proposed algorithm 'able to solve real-case problems'.
  • CSAV taking WFS and Chevron to court
    The Chilean ship operator files complaint for damages arising from a case of alleged off-spec bunker supply.
  • Azerbaijan amends state merchant shipping code
    Introduces stricter environmental guidelines and safety regulations for vessels visiting its ports.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
SAILING LIST
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Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
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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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