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June 21, 2012
Sched Netweb site
  • Hapag-Lloyd to hike rates from Far East to Central, South America in July
  • MSC lengthens voyages on two strings from the Far East to the Mediterranean
  • US regulator accuses ILWU of unfair practices at ICTSI's Portland terminal
  • Hong Kong first quarter exports to mainland down 0.3pc to US$16 billion
  • UK underwriter withdraws cover from arms-laden Syria-bound Russian ship
  • Fujian provincial trade value grows 18.5pc to US$13.24 billion in May
  • Dalian's five-month container volume increases 24.1pc to 2.91 million TEU
  • New Zealand businesses launch damage suits against Rena owner Costamare
  • OOCL, X-Press Feeders team up to offer Myanmar-Malaysia-Singapore service
  • Maersk splits from CMA CGM on Panama-east coast South America service
  • Charleston gets US$147 million upgrade, 'deepwater will drive selection'
  • MSC takes delivery of MSC Valeria, its last in firm's 14,000-TEU programme
  • Prologis adds 60,000 square metres more DC space in Barcelona
  • Houston City Council votes unanimously for Southwest expansion plan
  • Tianjin Airport Economy Area emerges as China's new aviation industry base
  • Oman Air enjoys boom with record-breaking cargo and passenger revenue

Exim Indiaweb site
JUNE 20, 2012
  • Caravel Logistics highlights its Mundra services at Gandhidham trade meet
  • Cargotec SmartPort process automation solutions bring new level of efficiency to marine terminals
  • Damco runner-up for world Airfreight Forwarder of the Year
  • GE Shipping contracts to sell LPG carrier
  • Hamburg Süd gets two "green" awards on same day
  • NOTICE TO CHA FRATERNITY & TRADE
  • Study shows lack of integrated policy, cheap funds ailing coastal shipping
  • Throughput at Major Ports down 5.7 pc in April-May
  • Exports of Amul products likely to jump by 20 pc
  • India can withstand dollar outflows due to sufficient forex reserves: Montek
  • RBI gives nod for advance payments in INR

International Transport Journalweb site
JUNE 20, 2012
  • Streck AG Switzerland thrice honoured
    The Swiss service provider Streck Transport AG recently received three awards for its quality. The company was presented with prizes by the pan-European alliance SystemPlus, the ge...
  • HHLA prepares shipment of combine harvesters for Cuba
    20 combine harvesters bound for Cuba have reached HHLA Container Terminal Burchardkai in Hamburg (Germany) by rail. The stuffing and service centre transferred them directly from t...
  • Fuso challenges parts market with second brand
    The Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) - one of Asia's leading commercial vehicles manufacturers - is significantly expanding its after sales business with a second ...
  • Russian Railways implementing numerous rail projects abroad
    Russian Railways, its subsidiaries and partners, are continuing to implement projects to expand and modernise foreign railway lines, mainly in the CIS, Eastern Europe, Africa and t...
  • New Zealand's government investing in KiwiRail's freight services
    The New Zealand-based transport service provider KiwiRail will receive USD 250 million of capital in 2012/13 for its turnaround plan to help railfreight business become sustai...
  • Air China to cease Combi operation
    The Hong Kong-based aviation finance and advisory specialists SkyWorks Leasing and its affiliate SkyWorks Capital Asia Ltd have been engaged by Air China to assist in the sales of...
  • CFO position at Maersk Line merged with strategy and transformation
    Maersk Line CFO, Peter Rønnest Andersen, left the Maersk Group on 19 June after 20 years with the company. In addition to his current role as Maersk Line's chief of strategy and tr...
  • ICAO and ACI collaborate to enhance safety standards at airports
    The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and Airports Council International (ACI) have signed a memorandum of cooperation (MoC) to provide a framework to jointly pursue...
  • ALC inks widebody lease agreement with Cathay Pacific Airways
    Air Lease Corporation (ALC), an aircraft leasing company that was founded in 2010 and is based in Los Angeles CA (USA), has leased a 2009-built Boeing B777-300ER to Hong Kong's Cat...
  • Scheuerle and Kamag reshuffle management
    Andreas Kohler and Susanne Schlegel have taken over the management of the vehicle manufacturers Scheuerle and Kamag (both members of the Transporter Industry International group/TI...
  • Jean-Claude Terrier elected president of the union of French ports
    Jean-Claude Terrier, chairman of the board of directors of Marseille seaport (France), has been unanimously elected president of the Union of French ports (UPF). His election was p...
  • Kuehne + Nagel opens new automotive platform in Hungary
    The Swiss logistics service provider Kuehne + Nagel has opened a new storage facility in Kecskemet, to the southeast of Budapest. The site has been specially designed to fulfil th...
  • Stobart Group makes offer for Autologic
    The UK logistics company Stobart Group has made an offer of GBP 12.4 million for Autologic in a deal that would see it become the largest car-transporter haulier in the UK. Both pa...
  • Nippon Express expands logistics operations in Malaysia
    Japan-based Nippon Express has expanded its logistics operations in Penang (Malaysia) through the completion of a new warehouse in the Bayan Lepas Industrial Park. Located 5 km fro...

Marine Logweb site
JUNE 20, 2012
  • Electric Boat gest $11 million more for advanced submarine...
  • Maritime industry asks IMO to require the weighing of loaded...
  • GL issues Clean Shipping Index certification for LNG fueled...
  • Braemar makes management changes
  • KFELS on track to deliver second jack-up to Ukraine ahead of...
  • Rolls-Royce to supply design and equipment package for Augusta...

World Wide Shipperweb site
JUNE 20, 2012
  • Carriers set to expand business calling Port of Tacoma terminal
  • WSF selects Olympic as name for new ferry class
  • Vintage aircraft to be displayed at Bowerman Airport in Hoquiam
  • Industry calling for IMO to request accurate box weight
  • TSA investigation results in termination of employees

Lloyd's Listweb site
JUNE 20, 2012
  • Chapter 11 stigma haunts TBS International
    Top executive expresses frustration at 'unfair' perception advantage enjoyed by opaque private companies
  • China's hunger for imports reshapes east-west trade patterns
    Boxships arriving fully loaded into one-time export-dominated market
  • SocGen sets the pace for shipping exodus
    Sale of part of French bank's book to Citibank is in line with sector's downsizing strategy
  • Shipping mulls high yield debt as alternative to banks
    At least two companies considering new options
  • Blame game in Bonn
    Shipowners clash with officials in Bonn
  • Bet big on LNG, says Fostiropoulos
    EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Placing multiple orders now will pay off come 2015
  • Capesize rates bottom out at last
    China's steel consumption rises again
  • Cosco Pacific mulls purchase of Greek state assets
    China port operator to position Piraeus as Mediterranean hub
  • Box bookings slow as fixture periods shrink
    Brokers say new charters target 4,000 teu-plus tonnage
  • Romania revives ore trade with China
    First shipment arrived this month as ARIA consolidates shipments from Constanta
  • Breaking the silence
    The European Commission's proposal on shipbreaking gives a healthy recharge to the recycling debate
  • Morten Arntzen compensation package gets shareholder nod
    Company reveals retention bonuses for Itkin and Johnston
  • Love is off the agenda as tanker firm bans office flings
    New code of ethics combats favouritism and sexual harassment claims
  • State government throws lifeline to P+S
    European Commission has yet to approve Baltic shipyard's restructuring plan
  • Femco denies weapons on board Alaed
    Russian company sticks to line on illegal weapons to Syria
  • DP World rejects Aden port contract claims
    Yemeni accusations over investment projects said to be 'unfounded and misleading'
  • Bank of Korea sees shipyards turnaround in 2014
    But until then, orders will continue to contract as euro crisis continues to affect demand, says central bank
  • Yang Ming to order five ultra-large boxships
    Taiwanese carrier has delayed moves to join the ULCC club
  • Rotterdam World Gateway lands first-phase project financing
    Funding secured despite simmering dispute between port authority and ECT
  • Cash buyers defend their role in ship recycling
    Biggest players say they are merely the middlemen and do not make huge amounts of money
  • VLCCs pin hopes on Saudi Arabia raising oil output
    World's biggest producer might tap 2.5m barrels per day of spare capacity
  • Lawyers split on future of EU antitrust guidelines for shipowners
    Questions raised about power of consortia
  • Ultra-deepwater market eyes $700,000 day rate
    Marine Money: Shortfall in rigs to meet Petrobras production targets will boost earnings by 2020
  • TBS International lines up sale of older tweendeckers
    Post-Chapter 11 strategy based on fleet rejuvenation through bulker charter-ins and debt reduction
  • Kidwell takes the helm at Braemar Shipping Services
    Marsh steps down as chief executive but will stay on sale and purchase desk
  • Euroseas rights offering oversubscribed
    Owner raises $14.9m to put towards potential acquisitions
  • Rumble in Rio
    IMO under fire as green campaigners prepare for war with UN
  • Yangzijiang sells off stake in microfinance unit
    Chinese shipbuilder to devote proceeds to similar wholly owned unit
  • Shipowners oppose Chile's antitrust moves
    ICS describes EU ban on conference as a retrograde step
  • European shippers oppose container weighing
    ESC says debate is too focused on a relatively small risk factor

Fairplayweb site
JUNE 20, 2012
  • FreeSeas default could hurt Yangzijiang's stock
    FREESEAS' cancelled order for two Handysize bulkers and the ongoing pressure on shipbuilders would hurt Yangzijiang's stock, said an analyst today
  • Russian owners call for fleet growth
    THE Union of Russian Shipowners (SOROSS) has warned the country's new government that "the current rate of development of the fleet of [Russian] shipping companies is insufficient"
  • Magomedov confirms FESCO buy-out
    THE Summa Group, which is controlled by Zivayudin Magomedov, has finalised its buy-out of Far Eastern Shipping Company (FESCO) from Industrial Investors, owned by Sergei Generalov
  • Yangzijiang sells microfinance stake
    SINGAPORE-listed Chinese shipbuilder Yangzijiang said it will dispose its entire 31.5% equity stake in Wuxi Runyuan Technology Microfinance to streamline the group's structure
  • Drybulk port snarls worsen
    LOGISTICAL issues and dense fog in Chinese drybulk ports resulted in worsening congestion in the latest week
  • Black Sea hole leads to UK Court
    EVRAZ, the Russian steelmaker listed on the London Stock Exchange main board, is being sued in the UK High Court for $35.8M by a group of Swiss investors over a failed project to build a terminal for coking coal and iron-ore at Yuzhny
  • Braemar makes board changes
    BRAEMAR Shipping Services has appointed James Kidwell as chief executive with effect from today

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JUNE 20, 2012
  • FedEx's Smith Says Freight Shifting From Air to Sea
    FedEx CEO Fred Smith said more shippers are transporting goods via ocean shipping at the expense air carriers, a modal...
  • WFS, Aviapartner to Form Global Air Cargo Handling Giant
    Shareholders of Worldwide Flight Services and Aviapartner agreed to combine the two companies. If approved by relevant competition authorities,...
  • Freight Volume Down Again at Singapore's Changi Airport
    Singapore's Changi Airport saw cargo volumes contract by 2.8 percent year-over-year last month. Overall, 152,884 metric tons were handled...
  • Russia's Summa Closes in on Fesco Takeover
    Russia's Summa investment and trading group moved closer to a $1.4 billion takeover of Fesco as it prepares to make...
  • Emirates to Launch New Iraq Service
    Emirates is expanding it air freight capacity to Iraq after seeing demand soar. The airline will launch a four...
  • ILWU Files Suit in Portland Dispute
    The International Longshore and Warehouse Union elevated its battle with the electrical workers' union and terminal operator ICTSI Oregon a...
  • Hapag-Lloyd Suspends Cargo Bookings to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
    Hapag-Lloyd temporarily suspended "acceptance of shipments" bound for Riyadh via the Port of Dammam, Saudi Arabia. "Riyadh-bound containers are...
  • Japanese Exports to US Soar 38.2 Percent
    Japan's exports to the United States rose for the seventh consecutive month in May on a year-on-year basis, jumping 38.2...
  • APL Seeks Rate Increase on Asia-Europe Trade
    APL plans to implement a general rate increase on the westbound leg of Asia-Europe trade, effective July 1. The...
  • Regional Planning Expert Calls for CREATE Program for Southern California
    A regional planning expert called upon goods movement interests in Southern California to develop a CREATE-style public-private infrastructure development program...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
JUNE 20, 2012
  • Good news...bad news for ocean carriers
    You have probably noticed that the cost of filling your car with fuel has been somewhat less in this past month, reflecting the sharp fall in the cost of crude ...
  • Solverminds signs up Philippine carrier
    Specialist software solution company Chennai, India-headquartered Solverminds has through its subsidiary, SVM Solutions & Technologies, inked a contract ...
  • Extension of 100% scanning deadline welcomed but NRF still calls for repeal
    The recently announced two-year extension before the 100% US box container scanning mandate has to be introduced has been welcomed by the industry - but shipper ...
  • Sub-panamax tonnage prospects are promising
    DVB Bank of Germany, which is a main player in the ship finance sector, believes that the prospects for sub-panamax (2,000 - 3,000TEU) vessels are more promising ...
  • AfDB pours USD18 million into ISSIF
    In a bid to inject pace into sub-Saharan Africa's desperate need to improve its infrastructure, including that of its transport systems, the African Development ...
  • ESC objects to compulsory weighing of containers
    Answering ocean carriers' recently repeated call for all containers to be compulsorily weighed, the European Shippers' Council (ESC) has opined that it is a false ...
  • MSC slows Asia-Med services
    MSC has added an extra vessel to the rotations of its Dragon and Tiger services between Asia and the Mediterranean. According to Alphaliner, two additional ...
  • Marsh leaves the Braemar boardroom
    Alan Marsh FICS, retires as chief executive of London-based Braemar Shipping Services [BSS] today, after heading up the company in its plc format for the past 11 ...
  • Asia-Europe rates head south early
    The average all-in freight rate of all cargo loaded out of China for Europe continued downwards last week. According to the Shanghai Shipping Exchange's China Containerised ...
  • Felixstowe rail reaches new high
    The Port of Felixstowe has set a new rail record, handling a total of 11,474 containers (17,211 TEUs) in a single week. This follows three weeks of record-breaking ...

TradeWindsweb site
JUNE 20, 2012
  • Eagle strikes a deal
    Lenders take a bite out of Sophocles Zoullas-led bulker owner in exchange for debt overhaul and covenant cure.
  • CCM coverage coup continues
    Clarkson Capital Markets wades deeper into new territory after adding Golar stocks to equities research repertoire.
  • DOF director steps down
    Oslo-listed offshore giant tight lipped about which competitor poached longtime board member Britt Mjellem.
  • All eyes on Iran
    EU ban may extinguish surge in floating storage as Tehran turns to NITC tanker fleet for transport needs, MJLF says.
  • Milaha seals $110m loan
    Credit line with Qatar National Bank will fund 19 tugs under construction.
  • Seafarers face longer ordeals
    Pirates held crews for an average of eight months in 2011, a rise of more than 50%, according to a new report.
  • Birkeland crosses stateside
    ABN AMRO places Francis Birkeland at the head of a fresh assault on the US finance market.
  • Hapag halts Atlantic run
    German container line suspends service to US due to market doldrums.
  • Euroseas sees out fundraiser
    Aristides Pittas-controlled owner is almost $15m to the good after wrapping up a rights issue.
  • Bumi inks Nam Cheong order
    Hassan Basma-led Malaysian offshore owner kicks off its latest newbuilding programme with four-ship order at compatriot yard.
  • TY ties up another six
    Florida's FMT goes ahead with optional tank barges at Mississippi shipyard.
  • DVB backs Universal push
    German lender at the head of consortium offering up $275m to Geden Lines spin-off.
  • Bitumen carrier breaks up
    Cargo washes up on Philippine shores as grounded Chang Da 12 battered by rough seas.
  • Cosco Corp cause for concern
    DBS Vickers says exposure of Cosco Corp (Singapore) to Europe makes it more of a risk to investors than Yangzijiang despite FreeSeas default.
  • Universal reveals final secrets
    Geden-backed venture begins $200m IPO march backed by a first quarter profit and a board containing Jens Ismar.
  • Femco denies arms shipment
    Russian owner of Alaed breaks silence to claim vessel is "now making ordinary commercial voyage."
  • Weakened, not beaten
    Navies must keep up pressure on Somali gunmen despite falling attacks, warns EU Navfor commander.

American Shipperweb site
JUNE 20, 2012
  • FMC reviews 22 OTI license applications
  • INTTRA signs on Spanish NVO
  • WFS, Aviapartner to combine
    Shareholders of both WFS and Aviapartner have agreed to combine the companies, with Aviapartner to join WFS. The new group will be controlled by LBO France, WFS' majority shareholder.
  • IKEA to erect solar panels on DCs
  • Disney to use Jaxport for most Florida imports
  • Phoenix International reportedly for sale
    Chicago-based freight forwarder Phoenix International is reportedly exploring a $500 million sale, according to a report this week by Reuters. The report listed a string of the top global logistics companies as potential suitors.
  • News of TIGER grant recipients trickles out
    DOT will announce later this week the full list of recipients of its TIGER grants, but several ports and other government agencies receiving funds were notified by members of Congress and made announcements.
  • Canada welcomed into TPP fold
    A day after Mexico was welcomed into negotiations over a sweeping pan-Pacific trade pact, Canada was also invited Tuesday, with two of the United States' top five trading partners now involved.
  • CSL orders 2 gearless bulkers
  • Ebbrecht joins Railinc board

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JUNE 20, 2012
  • New guide on abatement technology
    'Exhaust gas treatment systems will not be suitable for all ship types,' says classification society.
  • Prices falling in Fujairah
    Sharp falls in Suez.
  • Markets firm in Rotterdam but soften elsewhere
    Good demand in Hamburg.
  • SEEMP can be 'turned into a business advantage'
    DNV encourages ship operators to 'use the new requirements to create some momentum for energy efficiency in the company.'
  • New LNG bunkering terminal could be operational in 2015
    Vopak forms 'strategic alliance' with owner of gas-grid in south-west Sweden.
  • Rosneft Marine opens office in China
    Company sees opportunity to provide low sulphur fuel to ships heading into North American ECA.
  • Brightoil's US operations 'accumulated $15 million loss'
    Group says it is conducting an audit of its US activities.
  • Bunker prices firming in Asian ports
    Supplies of bunkers 'fine' in key Asian ports on Wednesday.
  • Two more players exit Singapore bunker market
    Prestige Marine and Gas Trade no longer have MPA licences to supply bunkers in Singapore.
  • Huyundai Heavy starts exporting LNG fuelled engines
    Hyundai HiMSEN H35/40GV engine can be used in power plants, vessels and offshore facilities.
  • Hong Kong annual bunker sales may drop by 1 million mt in 2012
    Volumes could fall to 7 million mt, says Managing Director of Sea Trader International Ltd.
  • Japan receives first valemax vessel
    Vessel will emit 34% lesser carbon dioxide emissions per tonne of ore transported than other ships.
  • Quality disputes 'more major' than quantity disputes
    Bunker quality claims can be 'huge', says admiralty manager of Fichte & Co.

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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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