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February 13, 2012
Sched Netweb site
  • Asia-USWC rate up 0.3pc to US$1,824/FEU, Asia-Med off 2pc to $758/TEU
  • CMA CGM ups Africa rates while MSC increases Adriatic-Red Sea rate in March
  • US January boxed imports rise 13.4pc from December, up 5.8pc year on year
  • Hamburg levies 15pc ice-tug surcharge as arctic weather grips Europe
  • Chongqing-Xinjiang-Europe rail service to extend to Antwerp in 2012
  • North Carolina container volume up 11.2pc to 287,467 TEU in 2011
  • Western Med port volume growth slows as eurozone crisis dampens demand
  • Savannah River's dredging project receives US$2.5 million funding
  • Consultant: Port of Authority of New York and New Jersey 'dysfunctional'
  • Aramex profit up 4pc to US$57.5 million, revenue rises 16pc in 2011
  • Four-day French air strike over, but pilots warn of more strikes to come
  • EVA Air and China Airlines announce nine month profit decline 2011
  • Lufthansa Cargo volumes decline 11.4pc in January to 122,000 tons
  • From South America and Africa with rosy Valentine love by Lufthansa
  • Korean Air sees freight losses ahead, but continues to expand capacity
  • Yangzhou Taizhou airport, previously Suzhong Airport, opens in April

Exim Indiaweb site
  • Baltic index reverses trend to go north
  • CSL delivers 3rd PSV in current fiscal
  • Japan shipmakers join hands to brave Korean, Chinese rivals
  • Maersk launches corporate film highlighting activities/accolades
  • MOL testing technology to eliminate particulate emissions
  • AMTOI, Port of Antwerp ink MoU to facilitate enhanced logistics cooperation
  • Cochin Port likely to commission tea trade centre at Willingdon Island
  • JNPT Chairman conferred 'Leadership & Excellence' award
  • ICD-Sanand clears & delivers first-ever reefer import box
  • January truck rentals up 2.5-3 pc on trunk routes
  • Prioritise dedicated freight corridor project: PM
  • ' plunges to lowest in 9 weeks
  • Forex reserves drop to $295 bn
  • Gold import bill may zoom to $ 100 bn by 2015-16: Assocham
  • India Inc seeks reduced corporate tax rates
  • India's sovereign rating at risk, warns S&P
  • AEL sees improved net sales in Q3, nine months
  • IMF deflates global growth forecast, warns of recession
  • Update your Data on Foreign Trade Policy, Customs Law & Exchange Control Regulations-Part-2
  • Holleman overcomes challenges in big tank movement
  • Seven Seas Shipping moves heavy lifts across from Spain to Jordan

International Transport Journalweb site
FEBRUARY 10, 2012
  • Southwest Airlines to open Atlanta cargo terminal
    The US carrier, Southwest Airlines, will open a 2,600 sqm cargo facility at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on 12 February. The launch of this facility coincides w...
  • Swiss WorldCargo to serve Beijing
    Commencing tomorrow (11 February), Swiss WorldCargo is launching a new daily non-stop flight between Zurich and Beijing. Beijing is the third destination in China served by S...
  • Danish road hauliers ready to conquer Europe with modular road trains
    The Danish trial with modular road trains is a big success. The fact was revealed in a recently published report from the Danish Road Directorate. It shows that modular road trains...
  • Portland connected with Mediterranean through new ships and weekly service
    The US port of Portland (OR) and its terminal operator ICTSI Oregon Inc recently welcomed a newly expanded containership service offered by the German carriers Hapag-Lloyd an...
  • BNSF announces USD 3.9 billion capital commitment programme
    BNSF Railway Company (BNSF), one of North America's leading freight transportation companies, announced a planned 2012 capital commitment programme of approximately USD 3.9 billion...
  • Freightliner named as the UK's best performing rail operator
    Freightliner has been officially announced as the most reliable rail freight operator in the UK. The "Golden Whistles" award is presented to the most reliable and punctua...
  • New efforts to improve road safety in Ireland
    The Freight Transport Association Ireland (FTAI) has signed the European Road Safety Charter to promote safe driving. The association hopes that the charter will help commercial ve...
  • Deutsche Post DHL's new board member starting in May
    Angela Titzrath will become group board member for personnel and labor at Deutsche Post DHL on 1 May. Titzrath has held a number of executive positions in the Daimler Group over th...
  • Brit Insurance strengthens logistics profile
    Brit Insurance has appointed industry specialist Bob Clarkson to be its senior marine hull underwriter. He will work closely with Simon Stonehouse, Anthony Forsyth and John Higham....
  • Hactl celebrates B747-8F with customer IAG Cargo
    Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) - the leading air cargo terminal operator at the world's No. 1 cargo airport - has joined customer IAG Cargo, through its brand Britis...
  • Pusan port to build huge logistics centre
    The port of Pusan (South Korea) is building a gigantic, 20 million sqm distribution park. The ambitious project within the grounds of Pusan New Port is slated to go into full servi...
  • Group7's CO2 calculator certified by TÜV Süd
    Group7, a German logistics company based in Schwaig, near Munich, has developed a CO2 calculator that delivers reliable emission values, according to the technical service corporat...
  • Hellmann UK announces partnership with Itella Logistics
    Hellmann Worldwide Logistics UK has announced a new partnership with Itella Logistics in Scandinavia. Commencing immediately, the new partnership will see round-trip trailers runni...
  • Kerry Logistics starts third phase expansion at Kerry Siam Seaport in Thailand
    Kerry Logistics has begun the third expansion phase of its facility at Kerry Siam Seaport (KSSP) in Laem Chabang (Thailand). Completion is slated for Q4/2012. Growing demand at KSS...

Marine Logweb site
FEBRUARY 10, 2012
  • Kvichak Marine awarded ferry contract
  • STX Marine adds two new members to Ottawa team
  • Wärtsilä and MAN Diesel & Turbo start next phase of HERCULES program
  • American Salvage Association members to bid for removal of Costa Concordia
  • Forland orders new Havila 857 design subsea vessel
  • Danish Yachts building carbon fiber SWATH for wind farm service role
  • Name change for Cape Town shipyard

World Wide Shipperweb site
FEBRUARY 10, 2012
  • NW marine terminal group elects slate of officers for 2012
  • Jensen nets design contract for new San Francisco fireboat
  • Sea-Tac Airport starting traveler rewards program
  • APL plans to shut down US container chassis fleet
  • US rail freight traffic posts gains during week

Lloyd's Listweb site
FEBRUARY 10, 2012
  • Insurers question whether Asian players can plug sanctions gap
    Shipowners that continue to trade with Iran will struggle to secure cover
  • Kevin O'Hara returns to AMA Capital Partners
    Advisory and finance boutique hopes to capitalise on banking relationships as it scouts distressed business
  • Suezmax standoff in West Africa ends in victory for charterers
    March deals to match level set by ExxonMobil
  • Six HCI Capital single-ship companies go broke
    Product and chemical tankers managed by Hellespont are subject of insolvency filing at Bremen district court
  • Capesize rates set to rebound in late February
    But profitable rates remain elusive, say brokers
  • Attempted piracy attacks climb 170% in January
    Reports of increased Somali mothership activity suggest level of crime will be maintained over coming months
  • Ocean Rig to build five drillships for Petrobras
    Brazil energy giant agrees 15-year charters
  • The big fight: Vale vs China
    Asia's dragon economy is squaring up to the Brazilian mining giant in a battle that is set to run and run
  • Long jail terms in Junior cocaine smuggling case
    Greek owner already sentenced to life, but ratings acquitted
  • Don't be cheap: save Maritime Chirp
    Safety programme's £200,000 annual budget falls victim to government cuts
  • Expect the unexpected
    It is at times like this that fortunes can be lost, or made by those with sufficient savvy and deep enough pockets
  • Global Ports eyes growth in Russia's container sector
    London listing raises $530m and secures access to capital markets for box terminal operator
  • FTA launches free service to advise on rail and water freight
    Mode Shift Centre to link with and expand the continuing work of Freight by Water
  • Antwerp port publishes first sustainability report
    Sustainability report is the end result of a year's work by several groups to reconcile 'the three Ps'.
  • Warming waters cool the tanker market
    Global warming means ice-classed vessels will become less useful
  • OSG suspends dividends as top hedge fund piles in
    Sources claim many of the company's ships are about to switch class
  • Hercules project aims to cut ship fuel consumption and emissions
    Europe's longest-running engine efficiency project starts third phase
  • Chinese foreign trade falls for first time in two years
    But crude oil imports reach record level in same month
  • South Sudan's oil to stay off the market for 2012
    Further oil supply concerns set to keep bunker fuel costs high
  • Washington freezes assets of Tidewater Middle East
    Company is a major player in Iranian box and bulk businesses
  • US sanctions against Iran could set their sights on IG reinsurance
    Insurers could become the next target as Washington puts the squeeze on Tehran
  • Duisport posts 10% increase in box throughput
    Port handled 2.3m teu last year
  • Namura Shipbuilding offers brighter profits outlook
    Japanese yard cuts costs amid falling sales
  • Dire straits
    Few will miss the cross-Channel rate wars
  • Sevan and Teekay FPSO deal faces new delays
    Finance needed for Sevan Voyageur upgrade
  • APL to outsource US box trailer fleet
    Carriers pool equipment to cut costs
  • DP World turns to bankers for help with $1.5bn credit repayment
    Debt paydown talks come in wake of $2.4bn project finance deal to fund ports giant's London Gateway box terminal

Fairplayweb site
FEBRUARY 10, 2012
  • FSL wants tankers back
    SINGAPORE'S FSL Trust told embattled Berlian Laju Tanker today it wants three leased vessels back
  • IEA cuts forecast again
    THE IEA today further pared its outlook for global oil demand growth in 2012, to just 0.9%
  • Huge eastern Europe sugar duty rise agreed
    RUSSIA, Kazakhstan, Belarus and Ukraine have decided on a huge rise in the minimum duty on imported sugar
  • Rhine links ice up
    LINKS between the River Rhine and Germany's canal network are reportedly being shut today, halting cargoes being transported between industrial sites in the west to Hamburg, Berlin and other cities
  • APL joins phase-out of US chassis
    APL SAID today it will begin phasing out its US fleet of truck chassis used to haul containers
  • Bulker handed back
    AS PRESSURE in the charter market rises, Simeon Palios-led Diana Shipping today announced the early redelivery of one of its Panamaxes
  • Pirates seize bulker
    LIBERIAN-flagged Free Goddess has been hijacked by Somali pirates in the Arabian Sea
  • Richards Bay coal shipments fall
    RICHARDS Bay in January exported about half the coal it shipped in December 2011, as high coal stockpiles in China discouraged shipments
  • STX Pan Ocean increases credit line
    STX PAN Ocean said today two of its substantial shareholders, STX Offshore & Shipbuilding and STX Corporation, would pledge more than 36
  • Back to the brainstorm
    SHIPPING is brainstorming for new sources of finance to replace bank funding, Norton Rose's latest transport survey revealed today
  • Car carrier sector seen braced for double-dip
    A LOW orderbook-to-fleet ratio for ro-ros means that car carriers would hold up in a double-dip recession, a report has determined
  • LNG charter rates hit peak
    SPOT RATES for LNG carriers continuing to climb today, with the cold snap in Europe and East Asia raising LNG demand amid tight vessel supply
  • Chemical rates keep firm
    CHEMICAL demand has softened since the Lunar New Year, but brokers told Fairplay today high bunker prices have prevented a big drop in rates
  • Pricier bunkers spur March VLCC bookings
    CHARTERERS of VLCCs with early March stems have started booking tonnage, as a $10 increase in Fujairah bunker prices is sparking anxiety
  • Humpuss unit bankrupt
    SINGAPORE'S High Court has declared bankrupt the Singapore subsidiary of Indonesia's PT Humpuss Intermoda Transportasi Tbk

The Journal of Commerceweb site
FEBRUARY 10, 2012
  • ILA Hits NY-NJ Terminals With Mass Grievances
    An International Longshoremen's Association local headed by one of ILA President Harold Daggett's sons has bombarded four New Jersey container...
  • Q&A: Intermodal's Growth, Challenges and Environmental Impact
    JOC Editor Mark Szakonyi reports from Jacksonville, Fla., on discussions during the International Business Conference at the University of North...
  • Freeze Forces Germany to Close Key Shipping Artery
    Germany will shut a canal linking the river Rhine to Hamburg, Europe's second largest container port, late Friday night as...
  • FDA Blocks More Orange Juice Shipments
    Federal regulators found an illegal fungicide in three additional shipments of imported orange juice, bringing the total number ofshipments stopped...
  • Trucking, Rail Groups Call 'Truce' Over Big Trucks
    The trucking and rail lobbies are calling a truce in their battle over truck size and weight limits, hoping a...
  • Kintetsu World Express Profit Jumps 16.5 Percent
    Kintetsu World Express, Japan's second-largest international forwarder, posted consolidated net profit of $97.5 million for the first nine months of...
  • Hong Kong Holds Off Memphis as Top Cargo Airport
    Hong Kong International retained its title as the world's largest air cargo gateway in 2011, despite a decline in volume...
  • Freight Rate, Surcharge Update for Week of Feb. 6-10
    Middle East carrier Emirates Shipping Line will apply a two-phase general rate increase for cargo moving on its Far...
  • US Trade Deficit Hits Six-Month High
    The U.S. trade deficit hit a six-month high in December, as growth in consumer demand and business investment caused imports...
  • APL to Stop Providing Chassis at Ports
    APL will begin phasing out its U.S. fleet of container chassis during the first half of 2012. The...
  • ProLogis Sells 13 Industrial Properties in UK
    ProLogis says its sale of 13 industrial properties in the UK totaling 3.5 million square feet will allow the logistics...
  • Mexico's Bull Rush
    When Honda, Nissan and Mazda announced last year they would build large new automobile plants in central Mexico to supply...
  • All Clear
    "We are all clear, not by a huge margin, but that is what the analysis tells me." That essentially was...
  • Secure Freight
    Companies often seek out reports on some markets or operations to learn things they don't already know. A new report...
  • Weighing Liability Limits
    Q: While researching via the Web, I ran across a question you answered a while ago on liability limits in...
  • Etihad Cargo Revenue Soars 25.7 percent
    Etihad Crystal Cargo is reaping the benefits of added capacity in a growing Middle East air freight market. ...
  • Euroseas Sees Weaker Container Ship Bookings
    Euroseas, the container and dry bulk ship owner, swung to a $1.1 million fourth quarter net profit from a $929,000...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
FEBRUARY 10, 2012
  • 'People and professionalism' are at our core
    These are two of the main messages to come out of AP Moller Maersk's new USD2.1 million corporate movie, which was shown to an invited audience in London earlier ...
  • DB Schenker to improve UK/Poland rail service
    DB Schenker intends to provide a second weekly service between Barking in the UK and Wroclaw in Poland in September. The current service departs from Wroclaw at ...
  • Greek strike threatens bail-out deal
    A 48-hour strike called from today by Greek trade unions in protest at proposed new austerity measures - including a 20% cut in the minimum wage - could influence ...
  • TSA launches second GRI as rates stabilise on back of volume increase
    Members of the Transpacific Stabilisation Agreement (TSA) are launching a second rate increase of USD300 per 40ft container from March 15 - just as spot ...
  • APM T's Monrovia upgrade programme is ahead of schedule
    APM Terminals (APM T) has announced that its rebuilding and expansion programme for the port of Monrovia, Liberia, is well ahead of the scheduled completion date ...
  • Auckland labour dispute deteriorates
    After last week's vote by 300 dockers at Ports of Auckland [PoA] for a week-long strike commencing February 24, PoA chiefs have vowed to keep the container ...
  • Unifeeder recommends Ust Luga as substitute for St Petersburg
    The strong Siberian winter has now arrived in St. Petersburg inflicting extreme weather conditions. According to weather forecasts, ice density from St. Petersburg ...
  • China's imports tank
    Chinese exports fell by 0.5% last month, compared to January 2011, but imports into the 1.3 billion populated nation declined by a much-bigger-than-expected 15.3%, ...
  • Savannah harbour expansion plan receives cash boost
    The Georgia Ports' Authority (GPA) Savannah Harbour Expansion Project (SHEP) has received a boost after being given an additional USD2.5 million in construction ...
  • South Africa's Zuma addresses infrastructure capacity and pricing
    Ocean carriers, shippers/consignees and the general public are all set to benefit from South African president Jacob Zuma's recent 'state of the nation'. Speaking ...

TradeWindsweb site
FEBRUARY 10, 2012
  • Lundh's chemical coup
    Swedish shipbroker races to cash in on management of small Turkish chemical tankers built on spec during the market boom.
  • RLOG on the up
    Great Lakes bulker specialist predicts another profitable year as expanded fleet lifts bottom line.
  • Full circle for finance man
    Investment banker Kevin O'Hara has rejoined New York boutique firm AMA Capital Partners after seven years.
  • Iran facing shipping squeeze
    Trade dwindling as Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd among those pulling out due to US and EU sanctions.
  • Strike three for Saverys
    Shipowner Marc Saverys continues to sell off stock in shipbroker Clarksons.
  • DSX plays down Daelim drama
    Cargill steps in as South Korean charterer coughs up cash to cover early return of bulker to US-listed owner.
  • Tough end for ASL Marine
    Singapore-listed offshore company sees revenue and earnings sliced by a quarter in the final period of 2011.
  • Dividend chop just the start
    Axing of shareholder payouts at OSG may need to be accompanied by asset sales, analyst says.
  • Peel plots post-panamax port
    Port of Liverpool owner ready to spend £250m on new containership facility at Seaforth.
  • Seabird swoops on contract
    Oslo-listed seismic outfit eases financial troubles with award of $13m deal.
  • GE earnings cut
    Weaker bulker markets in third quarter sees Indian owner's profit chopped, but tankers improve.
  • BLT has some backing
    Creditors are being supportive of Indonesian owner's restructuring efforts, says Kevin Wong.
  • George scores with Petrobras
    Greek magnate George Economou expands his offshore empire after winning a slice of enlarged project with Brazilian powerhouse.
  • Blast from the past
    Former Teekay man Paul Wogan returns to where it all began after taking up a senior role with IPO hopeful GasLog
  • Wallem on banks' speed dial
    Shipmanager one of the few not in a meeting when the banks come calling.

American Shipper - Ocean newsweb site
FEBRUARY 10, 2012
  • TSA lines seek 'meaningful recovery' in spring rates
  • APL phases out U.S. chassis fleet
  • Grimaldi adds ship, splits Central Express
  • Hamburg Süd, CCNI launch PACE
  • Lines slow Europe-West Africa loop, add Amsterdam
  • Asia-Europe volume rose 3% in 2011
  • Importer pays $1 million for mislabeling fish
  • OHL pays $1 million for air cargo security violations
  • APL-MOL increase capacity on Balboa feeder
  • 1 million container trackers installed by 2016

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
FEBRUARY 10, 2012
  • Bunker prices mostly firm as week ends
    Trading was busy on the US Gulf, according to players.
  • Greek operator to take delivery of 'environmentally friendly' VLCC
    Measures to reduce fuel consumption include propeller efficiency technology and a copolymer-based coating never before used on a VLCC.
  • EPA allows for coal ash discharge permit application
    One of the options set to be studied this summer is converting the SS Badger to LNG instead of coal.
  • India seeks 'declared goods' status for bunker fuel
    'Declared goods' status will ensure uniform tax rate across Indian provinces.
  • Price movements mixed across Europe
    Hamburg deliveries still being disrupted by ice.
  • Prices mixed in Fujairah and South Africa
    Cape Town IFO deliveries available for supply up to and including February 24
  • Technology essential in helping fleet meet ECA requirements
    Government is investing in technology as switching to low sulphur fuel 'will be very costly,' Sustainable Shipping and Bunkerworld learns.
  • Work begins on BFC bunker barge
    Vessel will be last in a series of four.
  • Engine builders aim for 'near-zero emissions'
    Wartsila and MAN Diesel & Turbo enter phase three of HERCULES project.
  • High bunker prices stifling growth
    Indian shipping company drops plans to expand fleet.
  • Premiums slipping for fuel oil cargoes
    Indian refineries sell 380 cSt product for March loading at weaker prices.
  • Singapore prices soften but other markets firm
    Supplies of bunker fuels largely fine at major Asian ports on Friday.
  • Chemoil non-executive directors resign
    Representatives of Itochu Corporation, formerly the second largest shareholder in Chemoil, have resigned.
  • LNG could become 'dominant' fuel source for ships
    LNG 'one of the most promising new technologies for shipping,' says GL's head of environmental research.
  • TSA carriers seek 'meaningful' rate recovery
    Plans a second rate adjustment ahead of the annual contract talks in bid to restore revenues.
  • LNG has future in bunkering, says survey
    97.5% of LNG professionals surveyed says LNG will 'come to fruition' as fuel for ships.
  • Filipino shipowners 'support' of IMO's enivronmental goals
    Climate change 'concerns not only the shipping industry,' says FSA chairman.
  • Chemoil selects tax processing softwares
    FuelQuest softwares to help drive operational consistency and provides a better quality of service, says Chemoil.
  • Americas bunker market surges
    Trend in line with Europe and the Middle East.

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