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May 21, 2012
Sched Netweb site
  • Asia-Europe rates down 4.2pc to US$1,742/TEU as Shanghai index falls 2.7pc
  • OOCL ups rates twice in a month for north Europe-Asia cargo to boost profits
  • Tianjin Port and Singapore's PSA sign deal to cement bilateral ties
  • Hamburg first quarter box throughput up 5pc despite drop in Asia volume
  • Xiamen's four-month container volume up 11.8pc to 2.06 million TEU
  • Guangzhou railway Huizhou section revenue surpasses annual target
  • Charleston's first of many heavylifts for South Carolina nuclear plant
  • Charleston, SC, container traffic rises 7.7pc to 123,439 TEU in April
  • Siemens to supply green propulsion and power to Maersk's 18,000-TEUers
  • Estonian national rail volume drops first four months, containers boost
  • UPS flies temperature-sensitive flu vaccines from Louisville to Laos
  • Chongqing's first direct flight service to northern Europe launched
  • Hainan Airlines launches twice weekly Taiyuan flights to Singapore

Exim Indiaweb site
MAY 20, 2012
  • Asian container shipping to see improved second quarter
  • Supply-demand balance to be impacted by Asia-Europe capacity swings
  • JSW Jaigarh Port emerging as a new gateway for agro products
  • Maharashtra Governor inaugurates JNPT's new city office
  • BCHAA holds study course for CHAs
  • CONCOR inaugurates renovated export warehouse at ICD-Tughlakabad
  • ' closes 0.78 p weaker at 54.42 to the dollar
  • Forex reserves shed $ 1.37 bn to $ 292 bn
  • Further slide in unlikely: poll
  • New rial-rupee payment system put in place with Iran: Scindia
  • Probe into dumping of Chinese electrical insulators
  • IMCs GST conference on June 2
  • Joint panel set up to study India-Comesa FTA
  • US approaches WTO to settle Indian curbs on poultry imports
  • LS International transports over-sized equipment from Brazil to Poland
  • Projects FPS helps build a brewery
  • Royal Cargo moves one of its heaviest consignments

International Transport Journalweb site
MAY 18, 2012
  • Cathay Pacific expands cargo presence in India
    Starting yesterday (17 May 2012), Hong Kong's Cathay Pacific Airways further expanded its presence in India with a new twice-weekly freighter service to Hyderabad, making it the fi...
  • Precision Air launches two new destinations and postpones two new services
    Today (18 May) Tanzania's Precision Air is starting a new thrice-weekly service to Lubumbashi (DR Congo) and the Zambian capital Lusaka. Another planned service to Lilongwe and Har...
  • US rail carload traffic continues to shrink
    The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported that the number of US rail carloads amounted to 1,113,105 in April 2012, a decrease of 64,335 carloads or 5.5%, compared to Apr...
  • DSV Road: changes in the management
    The DSV group chose Peter Fog-Petersen as the new managing director of the Bremen (Germany)-based DSV Road GmbH, effective 1 May. His predecessor, Brian Ejsing, immediately shoulde...
  • Air Nigeria postpones Jo'burg service resumption
    Air Nigeria has postponed the service resumption on its Lagos - Johannesburg (South Africa) route. The thrice-weekly service was due to start from today (18 May) but has now been p...
  • CargoLine continued to grow in 2011
    The general cargo alliance CargoLine boosted its consignment volumes and sales in business year 2011. By the end of the year the company had transported nearly 11.6 million shipmen...
  • Camion Transport wins eco performance award
    This year's Eco Performance award has been presented to the Swiss transport and logistics company Camion Transport AG and to the Turkish enterprise Ekol Logistics GmbH. The Eco Per...
  • Toll restructuring to combine vehicle distribution service with JV partner PrixCar
    Toll Global Logistics, a division of the Australia-based Toll Group, has announced a restructure that will combine its finished vehicle distribution service with automotive storage...
  • Italy says no more hazmat shipments on the railways
    Italy's state railway Trenitalia has just announced that, for safety reasons and with immediate effect, it cannot accept any railcars that contain hazardous goods and that have to ...
  • DB Schenker Logistics erects logistics centre for Kone near Shanghai
    The German service provider DB Schenker is erecting a 46,000 sqm logistics centre for its customer Kone in Kunshan, west of Shanghai (China). Kone is one of the global leaders in t...
  • Heavy move by Royal Cargo in the Philippines
    The projects and heavylift (PHL) team of Royal Cargo Combined Logistics Inc, member of the Worldwide Project Consortium (WWPC) for the Philippines, has once again set a milestone i...
  • Evergreen Line to launch West Africa Service with Hanjin and UASC
    Taiwan-based Evergreen Line will team up with Hanjin and UASC to launch the new West Africa service (WAF) at the end of May. From 30 May four ships of 2,800 ' ...
  • The port of Hamburg remains on growth curve in Q1/2012
    The universal port of Hamburg (Germany) reported a total throughput of 32.6 million t (+ 3.8%) in Q1/2012. In the container handling sector, the port's predominant business, 2.2 mi...

Marine Logweb site
MAY 18, 2012
  • LoBiondo voices concern about Coast Guard budget
  • Wreck removal plan presented for Costa Concordia
  • Scana Propulsion signs new contracts with Kleven and Rong...
  • St. Johns delivers OSV to A.R. Singh Contractors

World Wide Shipperweb site
MAY 18, 2012
  • US rail carload numbers drop during month of April
  • Memorial Day fleet blessing set for Charleston Marina
  • Port of Everett announces vessel auction for June 12
  • IMO safety committee eyes armed response to piracy threat
  • Crowley adding St. Kitts/Nevis to Caribbean service menu

Lloyd's Listweb site
MAY 18, 2012
  • West Africa suezmax earnings rush will be shortlived
    Brokers say charterers have stepped back from the market
  • Move closer
    BIMCO, Intertanko and Intercargo talk ties
  • BIMCO, Intertanko and Intercargo seek closer ties
    Shipowner groups see scope to share resources
  • Costa Concordia investigation pinpoints emergency management
    Criminal investigation to report on voice data recordings in July
  • Analysis: Will Japan's growth generate capesize demand?
    As the country rebuilds, counter-intuitive trends have emerged
  • Iran LNG drive will fail, say experts
    Venezuela's prospects look more hopeful as Tehran faces sanctions
  • Costa Concordia will hit marine insurers hard, says Munich Re
    Hull market players complain that premiums are insufficient
  • Global Terminals looks to win
    East-coast US operator adds capacity to target Panama Canal expansion
  • Inequality on the agenda
    New book focuses on how a fortunate few in the UK have got rich at the expense of the many
  • Expansion plans for Jakarta box terminals
    HPH says $100m investment will improve operating efficiencies at container hubs
  • Clean Shipping Index seeks more users
    Owners encouraged to provide data with environmental focus
  • Indian monsoon to hit supramax iron ore exports
    Torrential rains come after months of dwindling shipments
  • Costa Concordia removal to start within days
    Video shows how wreck clearance operation will be done in four stages
  • Tanger Med Port Authority raises $172 in bonds
    Second Tangier terminal complex to open in 2014
  • Chinese steel output hits two-week high
    Production cuts are likely as overcapacity looms
  • Position is destiny in the capesize market
    Prospects uncertain for iron-ore demand in China
  • Saga plans fleet-wide ballast treatment retrofit
    Goltens to install Optimarin system
  • Three injured as Stena ferry brings down container crane
    Maintenance crew of container crane injured after ferry knocked off course by high winds
  • Oil supply shocks threaten bunker prices
    Uncertainty over Iraq, Sudan, Yemen and Syria as Iran faces looming sanctions
  • Timely intervention
    The IMO framework for deploying PMSCs is just what the industry needs
  • Belgium moves to regulate vessels' private armed guards
    Plan to add anti-piracy clause to existing laws by summer
  • Total backs ultra-deepwater drilling
    Drillships can earn up to $500,000 a day
  • US shippers sign more index-linked contracts
    FMC identifies 61 service agreements with price flexibility
  • Summa Group eyes stake in Fesco
    Controlling share estimated to be worth $1bn
  • Maersk Line to raise its Latin America rates to cover regional investment
    Hike reflects higher fuel, container and terminal costs
  • Japanese yards see 43% year-on-year fall in export orders
    April bookings comprise nine bulkers and one LNG carrier

Fairplayweb site
MAY 18, 2012
  • USC weighs taking over bankrupt steel mill
    UNITED Shipbuilding, the government-owned corporation, and state bankers are considering taking over a bankrupt steel mill in the Russian Far East
  • Maersk to seek rate rise for Latin America
    MAERSK Line, the box unit of the Danish giant AP Møller-Maersk, told Fairplay today it plans to seek a rise in its Latin American cargo rates of up to 30% this year
  • MR orders rise tenfold
    ORDERING of MR product tankers has picked up tenfold in the first four months of 2012 year on year, which will further increase the sector's supply overhang, McQuilling Services has warned
  • Frangou sees fleets in play
    SHIPPING banks are now marketing full fleets at "reasonable" prices, according to Navios Holdings boss Angeliki Frangou
  • BLT garnishments approved
    A US JUDGE has allowed $55M in attachments targeting assets of Indonesia's Berlian Laju Tanker, Fairplay confirmed today
  • FESCO offered for sale
    SERGEI Generalov, controlling shareholder and dominant director of FESCO, has decided to sell the Russian dry-cargo group
  • Scandlines break-up mulled
    THE OWNERS of the Danish-German ferry company Scandlines were reported today to be considering breaking up the company
  • US bankruptcy lawyers rake in fees from shipping
    SHIPPING's five US Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases have generated more than $70M in professional fees to date, a Fairplay analysis has revealed
  • Sembcorp wins $103M in repair contracts
    SINGAPORE'S Sembcorp Marine said its Sembawang Shipyard has secured three contracts worth $103M
  • Supramax owners biting bullets
    BROKERS told Fairplay today Supramax owners expect to bite the bullet, as softening Indonesian coal prices are braking Pacific business
  • Penguin's profits drop 99%
    SINGAPORE shipbuilder Penguin International said net profits for the first quarter of 2012 fell 99% from that part of 2011, because of lower shipbuilding revenues

The Journal of Commerceweb site
MAY 18, 2012
  • Consumer Technology Transforming Trucking
    Converging consumer and business technologies are changing the way motor carriers connect with truck drivers and customers at an increasingly...
  • TransCore DAT Spot Market Index Jumps 17 Percent
    Spot market truckload freight jumped 17 percent year-over-year in April, climbing 3.5 percent from March, according to load matching company...
  • FAA to Reconsider Cargo Pilot Fatigue Rule
    The Federal Aviation Administration is reconsidering expanding fatigue rules to air cargo pilots, not just passenger plane pilots, after the...
  • Russia's Summa Close to $1 Billion Fesco Deal
    Russia's Summa trading and investment group is reported to be close to agreeing on a $1 billion deal to take...
  • House Watchdog: FMC 'May Be an Agency in Crisis'
    The chief House watchdog said the Federal Maritime Commission "may be an agency in crisis," raising concern in a letter...
  • Asia-Europe Spot Rates Slip
    Average spot rates in the westbound Asia-Europe trade fell 4 percent on May 17 from the week before, indicating the...
  • OOCL to Implement Europe-Asia Rate Hike
    OOCL will implement a further general rate increase on the North Europe to Asia trade on June 15. Applicable...
  • Maersk's Rates in Latin America Trade to Escalate
    Maersk Line plans to hike ocean freight rates on South American routes by up to 30 percent this year to...
  • PNW Ports Building on Reliability
    John Wolfe's staff at the Port of Tacoma regularly holds stakeholder meetings where it asks terminal operators, longshoremen, carrier representatives...
  • 2012 Trans-Pacific Service Contracts Squeeze NVOs
    Non-vessel-operating common carriers generally have it good: Non- or light-asset based, agile in responding to customers' needs and often consistently...
  • Shipper-Carrier Saber Rattling Continues
    JOC reporters face a delicate balancing act in covering annual contract talks between ocean shippers and carriers. The container industry...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
MAY 18, 2012
  • Manta port concession issued
    Autoridad Portuaria Manta (APM), the state-controlled body which runs the Ecuadorian port of Manta, has officially launched its tender for the future operation ...
  • Salalah rallies in Q1 12
    Oman-based Salalah Port Services Company (SAOG), which owns/operates the port of Salalah, has registered a modest improvement in its container traffic volumes and ...
  • Pirates to be tried in the Seychelles
    The European naval counter-piracy task force [EU NAVFOR] has succeeded in persuading the Republic of the Seychelles to accept for prosecution 11 suspected Somali ...
  • Crowley Logistics enters St Kitts & Nevis
    Jacksonville-based Crowley Maritime Corp has expanded its range of value-added logistics services in the Caribbean basin to include St. Kitts and Nevis. The company ...
  • CI Awards 2012: beat the TUESDAY [May 22] cut-off
  • Russian's frightened by European bear market
    Although Russia's economy remains strong, recent political events there, combined with fears over Europe's ailing economy, appears to have sent many citizens back ...
  • Seaspan still sitting pretty
    The business model of New York-listed container ship owner, Seaspan, continued to protect it from the turbulence in the liner market place in the first quarter ...
  • Rena silver lining for Braemar and Maersk
    The balance sheets of a UK shipbroking and shipping services group and a Danish transport and energy conglomerate have been boosted by the misfortunes of an MSC-chartered ...

TradeWindsweb site
MAY 18, 2012
  • BLT targets renegade creditor
    Emotions run high on the heels of Texas tanker seizure as reignited $55m charter battle escalates.
  • Cheek to cheek with a Greek
    When stubble gets in the way at the ball, explosive LNG carriers, Greeks bearing gifts and a shipping guru who swapping a desk for a tractor.
  • Eimskip steps up listing plan
    Restructured Icelandic container line targets fourth quarter for IPO on Nasdaq OMX.
  • Essar back to black
    Diversified Indian owner leaves red ink behind as long-term charters boost shipping revenue.
  • Kyoei on comeback trail
    Japanese VLCC owner expects small gain to next March, turning around loss in previous year.
  • NOCC back for more
    Oslo-listed owner selling another chunk of shares in follow up placement.
  • Ferry collapses crane
    Three port workers injured in Poland as Stena Spirit hits gantry at Gdynia.
  • What did captain see?
    Jury to decide whether Gaurav Prem's master knew that plastic pipes were being dumped off Alabama.

American Shipperweb site
MAY 18, 2012
  • Evolving CBP creates opportunities for contractors
    The agency is inviting technology, equipment, and services vendors to its headquarters next week for a briefing on the changing operational environment and strategy as it moves beyond its traditional mission.
  • Maersk extends FEW3 to China
  • Maersk switches Mombasa loop to Dar es Salaam
    The carrier has switched from calling Mombasa in favor of a new call at Dar es Salaam and slowed down its Mombasa Express service between the Middle East and East Africa, increasing roundtrip voyage time from 28 days to 35 days.
  • Commentary: McLean, containerization get cartoon
  • Reports: Vietnamese shipping execs detained
  • IMO develops rules for armed guards on ships
  • Gartner: Supply chain software a $7.7 billion market
    This marks the second year of double-digit growth for the SCM software market and was driven by an increasing number of supply chain investments.
  • Zim, Grand end Asia-Med slot agreements
  • NIST's 10 IT supply chain security recommendations
  • APL drops slots on Maersk's TA4
  • Maersk raises rates on South America routes
  • Crowley's LCL service to St. Kitts and Nevis
  • Source Consulting offers new TMS
  • WFS increases Scandinavia presence
  • U.S. to hike tariffs on Chinese solar panel imports
    The U.S. Commerce Department announced an affirmative preliminary determination in the antidumping duty investigation of solar panel imports from China.
  • PrestaShop, Shipwire team on inventory management
  • House misses sugar in Farm Bill hearings
  • Tompkins: China's e-commerce wrestles with modernization

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
MAY 18, 2012
  • Bunker prices end week lower
    Trading was busy on the US Gulf, according to suppliers.
  • Western Ferries' new vessels offer greater efficiency
    Will have 20% more capacity, a higher speed and improved environmental and fuel efficiency.
  • Oil 'unlikely' to go much below $100 per barrel
    Prices need to stay high to protect 'marginal barrels' and oil producers' state budgets, Total Chief Economist tells conference.
  • BP: Oil still dominant transport fuel in 2030
    Sees increasing use of alternative fuels, oil demand picture to see major changes.
  • Double-digit falls for Rotterdam bunker prices
    Very tight avails of LS grade in Rotterdam.
  • Bunker prices still falling in Fujairah
    'Anaemic' demand in Suez.
  • Study backs 'cold ironing' for cruise ships
    Shoreside power is the 'most cost effective way' of reducing emissions, according to Canadian case study.
  • Ferry operator sees 22% jump in bunker bills
    Irish Continental Group reports $4.3 million increase in bunker costs for the first four months of the year.
  • Maersk to put up freight rates by as much as 30%
    Fuel prices have tripled in the last five years while shipping rates have fallen by 10%, says company's chief executive for Latin America.
  • Q1 was one of shipping company's 'most challenging periods'
    Bunker costs limited potential for repositioning ships to more profitable markets.
  • Week ends with more sharp falls in Asian bunker markets
    Supplies of bunker fuels fine at key Asian ports on Friday, according to traders.
  • Shipowner orders 'popular' fuel saving OSV
    Rolls-Royce UT 755 LC design features reduced fuel consumption, low noise and vibration level and good supply capacity.
  • Genmar 'successfully' completes reorganisation plan
    Firm has reduced its outstanding debt by approximately $600 million.
  • Singapore-listed firm plan 'sizeable' bunker tanker fleet
    Singapore may face a shortage of bunker tankers in the future, says market player.
  • Chinese shipyard clinches deal for six fuel efficient bulkers
    Six 39,500 dwt vessels will feature a Deltamarin design to reduce fuel consumption and exhaust emissions.

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