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January 27, 2012
The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • ICT said to be ready to receive Voyager in May
    ROYAL Caribbean Cruises chairman and CEO Richard Fain has taken a look around the new but yet-to-be-launched International Cruise Terminal (ICT), and he likes what he saw.
  • Container lines running out of options to lower costs
    Container ships can't go any slower. Shipping lines are running out of options to stop losses as sailing speeds reach their lower limit, exhausting a solution that helped restore profitability in 2010.

Sched Netweb site
  • OOCL revenue falls 1.5pc to $5.53 billion in 2011, declines 11.2pc in Q4
  • Carriers remove 10pc of eastbound transpacific capacity in Q4
  • DP World and ABP sell London's Tilbury CT to Forth Ports for US$149 million
  • LNG-powered 9,000-TEUer wins DNV classification society approval
  • Internal rift appears in China's attitude on validity of global warming threat
  • Hebei ports volume in 2011 up 17pc to record-breaking 700 million tonnes
  • Guangdong's expressways to reach 5,500 kilometres in next four years
  • Solar powered ferry comes to carry Hong Kong Jockey Club golfers
  • PSA, local partner, refuse to pay surprise tax for at Mumbai's JNPT
  • Thailand's RCL to commence container service to Eilat via Colombo in April
  • Ireland's Cork Harbour export growth reaches pre-recession levels
  • DB Schenker Logistics to warehouse Coca-Cola in Poland
  • Shipping Hong Kong week conference convenes February 28 to March 1
  • Hong Kong Airport cargo volume down 4.6 in 2011 to 3.9 million tonnes
  • Changi cargo up 2.8pc to 1.87 million tonnes, back to 2008 highs
  • HNA Group invests another US$20 million in JV air carrier MyCargo
  • Fuzhou airport to spend US$3.17 million to become cross-strait air hub
  • Swissport International revenues up 7pc to US$1.8 billion in 2011

Exim Indiaweb site
  • Ashok Janakiram elected Chairman of FEDSAI
  • Asian shipping expected to ride out stormy downturn
  • Bureau Veritas approves LNG-powered ultra-large containership
  • Dry bulk demolitions reach 10-yr high in 2011
  • Essar to ship coal from own Indonesian mine
  • APSEZ's West Basin terminal handles record 67,153 tonnes of coal in less than 24 hours
  • Govt slightly alters Major Port corporatisation plan
  • P. D. Rathi highlights pay, pension anomalies during interaction with Shipping Minister
  • Centre presses states to implement Carriage by Road Act
  • New National Permit System for goods carriage implemented
  • Duty hike likely on power gear imports
  • A 12-step guide to managing your money in 2012 - II
  • Letter of Credit explained through appropriate case study

International Transport Journalweb site
JANUARY 26, 2012
  • Three more airlines award contracts to WFS in the Virgin Islands
    Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has been awarded ground handling contracts with JetAirFly Airlines, Air Canada and JetBlue Airlines in the US Virgin Islands. As one of the world's ...
  • ACG opts for Traxon EDI
    Traxon Europe, the international provider of value-added services to the airfreight industry in the area of e-communication and automation, has attracted a new customer in Germany....
  • Thailand and China agree to Bangkok-Chiang Mai rail link
    Thailand and China have signed a memorandum of understanding covering the development of a high-speed train system linking Bangkok to Chiang Mai in the north of Thailand. Construct...
  • CN completes merger of DMIR, DWP into Wisconsin Central
    Canadian National Railway Company (CN) is completing the merger of three of its US operating subsidiaries. The merger of Duluth, Missabe and Iron Range Railway Company (DMIR), Dulu...
  • Suez Environment Group adopts Renault Trucks urban vehicles
    The Suez Environment Group (SEG), a global operator dedicated to activities associated with water and waste, has been won over by the variety of vehicles available in Renault Truck...
  • France transport association concerned about 2012 prospects
    The French road transport association FNTR said that «2012 will be a year of no growth and numerous worrying problems.» At the trade body's traditional New Year's meeting, its pres...
  • FAA announces safety ratings for Curaçao and Sint Maarten
    The US Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that Curaçao and Sint Maarten do not comply with international safety standards set by the In...
  • Ceva: new managing director in Iberia
    Ceva Logistics appointed Marco Galbusera as managing director for its operations in Iberia, effective 1 January 2012. He assumed the role from Giuseppe Chiellino. Galbusero, who wa...
  • Transnet Port Terminals Durban buys Liebherr port mobile cranes
    Transnet Port Terminals (TPT), a South African port terminal operator, has signed a contract with Liebherr of Neuzing (Austria) for the supply of six Liebherr LHM 550 mobile harbou...
  • New joint marketing of Paris, Le Havre and Rouen ports
    The French ports of Paris, Le Havre and Rouen will be jointly marketed in the domestic and international markets under their new brand name Haropa. The ports recently launched the ...
  • Meyer & Meyer purchases Haase Transport
    Meyer & Meyer, a logistics company headquartered in Osnabrück (Germany), took over Haase Transport GmbH with retroactive effect from 1 January 2012. Haase Transport, a medium-s...
  • Swiss Post International opens branch in Norway
    Swiss Post International has expanded its presence in Scandinavia by opening a branch in Norway at the beginning of the year. This provides Swiss online dealers with the possibilit...
  • Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics opens office in Moscow
    To support its growing business in Russia, Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics has opened a new office in Moscow in addition to its current presence in St Petersburg. Moscow is the cent...

Marine Logweb site
JANUARY 26, 2012
  • AAPA names Rep. John Mica "Port Person of the Year"
  • Bollinger Shipyards President and CEO honored by Signal Mutual
  • Strikes at Fincantieri delay delivery of Oceania Cruises m/s Riviera
  • Resolve hires veteran marine fire fighting expert
  • Manager and owner of M/V Aquarosa cop pleas in magic pipe case

World Wide Shipperweb site
JANUARY 26, 2012
  • Agricultural exports fuel rise in Port of Tacoma totals for 2011
  • Port of Newport powering down marina dock for improvement project
  • Music Initiative to entertain Sea-Tac Airport passengers
  • Port of Port Angeles releases fourth quarter Work Plan update
  • SSA Mexico on-line with Tideworks terminal software

Lloyd's Listweb site
JANUARY 26, 2012
  • 'Stupid ship owners' must stop ordering 'stupid ships'
    Restricted lending should help reduce overcapacity
  • A false sense of security?
    Giant cruiseships look like floating hotels but ignore the dangers of the ocean at their peril
  • Montoir joins LNG re-export club
    Ports in Belgium, Spain and the US reship gas to Asia for a premium price
  • Offshore construction on a high
    Morgan Stanley analyst points to 226 outstanding floating production platform installations, some 30% more than 18 months ago
  • Seadrill $1bn spin-off set to take pipelay support vessels
    Joint venture between Seabras and Malaysia-based SapuraCrest Petroleum will offer services to Brazilian state giant Petrobras
  • Star Reefers presses on with JFC case
    UK setback will not close other legal avenues
  • New fall in product tanker rates from Europe to US
    No signs of a reversal yet, say brokers
  • Eredene Capital reduces stake in Indian box freight station
    Sale of 10% stake in Sattva CFS & Logistics raises $1.7m
  • P&I brokers question value of S&P public information ratings
    Motives for the West of England downgrade questioned
  • Washington hits Aquarosa owner and manager with $2.4m magic pipe fine
    Bilge dumped from newbuilding's maiden voyage
  • Dry bulk deals available for those with cash, says Frangou
    Prices 'justified' even by current long-term charter rates
  • Rina facing class action
    Lawyers behind Al Salam Boccaccio claim prepare Costa Concordia case
  • Shipping firms use Chapter 11 threat to buy time
    'Tactical' restructuring waits for improving markets
  • Media's speculation over Costa Concordia jeopardises a fair trial
    Evidence which should be in the hands of official investigators is being paraded in newspapers and television programmes
  • A truth darker than fiction
    Costa Concordia highlights how we handle fear and courage and funk
  • German shipowners threaten flag exodus in new anti-piracy row
    VDR demands urgent legal reform to allow owners to deploy private security firms
  • South Sudan slashes oil output as tensions mount with north
    New price fears as country halves its output
  • Iron ore trade set for boost in February
    Futures trade indicates restocking of Chinese mills is imminent after new year celebrations
  • Simatech to order two 3,000 teu feeders
    Dubai-based operator diversifying its fleet by adding larger vessels
  • DFDS and Louis Dreyfus launch Dover-Calais ferry service
    Former SeaFrance bidders plan February launch for two-vessel service
  • Penning rejects Liverpool proposal
    No turnaround calls for Liverpool Cruise Terminal
  • A legal wake-up call
    Check every contract ruthlessly, then check it again
  • Supramax lay-ups imminent if rates slump continues
    Shipowners ballast across the Atlantic in opposite directions in search of cargo
  • BG Group signs second US LNG deal
    Contract boosts prospects for US exports
  • Iran retaliates to EU sanctions with threat to halt oil exports early
    Price hike fears as countries would struggle to source alternative supplies
  • German charter tonnage co-operatives arouse strong interest
    Almost 300 ships are already members of two new groups for feederships and small bulkers
  • Tonnage glut weakens Stolt Tankers
    Tanker owner admits it was over-optimistic about 2012 'turnaround'
  • Zodiac lets 16,000 teu newbuilding options expire
    Depressed freight markets dampen demand for largest box tonnage
  • Developing-world demand boosts dry bulk operators
    Tanker players are more exposed to recession-bound economies

Fairplayweb site
JANUARY 26, 2012
  • Libya now just 20% from pre-war oil level
    LIBYA'S National Oil Corp's daily production has reached 1.3M barrels per day, more than 80% of its pre-revolution total, IHS World Markets Energy reported today
  • Efploia fined for pollution
    GREEK ship manager Efploia Shipping has been fined $1.2M after pleading guilty to illegally dumping oil and plastic waste in US waters
  • Chapter 11 option touted
    RESTRUCTURING via bankruptcy has its advantages for shipowners, the London Marine Money conference heard today
  • Strikers to disrupt Corsica ferry services
    FRENCH ferry operator SNCM told Fairplay it expects "heavy disruption" to Marseilles/Corsica services today as union members begin a two-day strike
  • Profits fall 35% at India's Sesa Goa
    SESA GOA, India's largest exporter of iron ore, has reported a 35% fall in net profits year on year over the October-December period
  • Concordia calls scrutinised
    COSTA Crociere chairman Pier Luigi Foschi has told Italian senators that Costa Concordia's captain had assured that he had control of the cruise ship - just two minutes before warning he must order its evacuation
  • Stolt-Nielsen: don't be optimistic on upturn
    STOLT-Nielsen today reported a fall in profits in 2011's final quarter and warned that continued weakness in Western economies might prevent a chemical carrier upturn this year
  • Ship financing 'involves sensibility and pain'
    EQUITY and debt capital is still "sufficient" to fulfil orderbook funding "needs", London's Marine Money conference was assured today
  • Rise seen in Rotterdam port market share
    ROTTERDAM port's market share among northern European ports might expand to 45% of total capacity by 2017, a report has predicted
  • Keppel's profits jump 14%
    SINGAPORE'S Keppel Corp today said its net profits rose 14% in 2011 year on year, to S$1.49Bn ($1.19Bn)
  • CSAV inches towards goal
    CHILEAN box liner CSAV today announced the sale of an additional $129M in shares, leaving it well short of its $1.2Bn capital-raising goal
  • Deconstructing disaster takes time
    COMPLEX internal architecture of modern cruise ships will make it extremely difficult to identify the exact causes of casualties such as the Costa Concordia disaster, a stability expert has warned Fairplay
  • BLT's shares suspended
    SHARES in Indonesia's Berlian Laju Tanker are suspended today, which has sparked a rating agency downgrade
  • Indian players take up VLCC slack
    INDIAN oil companies have picked up the slack while their Chinese counterparts celebrate Lunar New Year this week

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JANUARY 26, 2012
  • Michigan to Build Ambassador Bridge Ramp Within Months
    The Michigan Department of Transportation said it will build an off-ramp connecting the Ambassador Bridge, the busiest U.S.-Canada crossing, to...
  • J.B. Hunt Transport Revenue Reaches $4.5 Billion
    Higher rates and volumes boosted fourth-quarter net profit 25.4 percent to $72.6 million at J.B. Hunt Transport Services, the nation's...
  • Maersk to Use Greener Fuel in Virginia Ports
    Maersk Line containerships will switch to burning low-sulfur fuel while at berth in the Port of Virginia starting in February....
  • NYK Line US Imports Grow 7 Percent
    Japan's NYK Line saw a 7 percent year-over-year surge in imports into the United States from Asia in December in...
  • Transport Secretary LaHood's Son Barred From Leaving Egypt
    Sam LaHood, son of U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood, is being detained in Egypt as part of a crackdown on...
  • Truckload Spot Market Slows in January
    Spot market truckloads dropped 14 percent in December from the previous month but were still 25 percent higher than in...
  • NY-NJ Port Authority to Crack Down on 'Discrimination'
    The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey's new executive director said the agency will use its leases as...
  • Knight Expects Truck Rates to Rise 3 to 4 Percent
    Knight Transportation plans to add capacity in 2012, expanding its fleet and services while raising truckload rates 3 to 4...
  • LaHood Doubts Congress Will Pass Transport Plan in 2012
    Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood Congress doesn't expect Congress to pass a comprehensive surface transportation bill this year. The differences...
  • CP Directors, Activist Investor on Collision Course
    The time to switch the tracks and prevent Canadian Pacific Railway from barreling toward a proxy fight is over. ...
  • CP Profitability Worsens Amid Proxy Fight
    Canadian Pacific Railway saw fourth-quarter profit rise 19 percent year-over-year to $221 million, but the railroad's operating ratio worsened as...
  • Hapag-Lloyd Hike Rates on Far East Services
    Hapag-Lloyd will impose a series of general rate increases on Far East services in March, as part of the German...
  • Celadon Group Profit Jumps 86.2 Percent
    Tight capacity, rate hikes and acquisitions helped Celadon Group boost net profit 86.2 percent in the last quarter despite a...
  • NYSA's Curto Urges NY-NJ Port to Improve Productivity
    The Port of New York and New Jersey's various factions must work together to improve a port that is "not...
  • Durable Goods Orders Rose 3 Percent in December
    Orders for long-lasting goods rose 3 percent in December, a sign the manufacturing sector continues to bolster a slow economic...
  • Forth Ports Takes Control of London Tilbury Terminal
    Forth Ports acquired full ownership of Tilbury Container Services, paying $147 million for the remaining 67 percent share of the...
  • Asia-Europe Spot Rates Fall 2.6 Percent
    Average spot rates on the Asia-Europe trade lane fell this week after increasing week-over-week in the previous five weeks as...
  • Hapag-Lloyd to Open Shipping Agency in Dubai
    Hapag-Lloyd will open its own shipping agency in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, in a joint venture with its existing third...
  • MSC Hikes Piracy Surcharge Between African Ports
    Mediterranean Shipping Co. said it will put a new piracy surcharge into effect on containers it transports between ports in...
  • Asian Air Carriers Saw Cargo Traffic Fall 5.4 Percent
    Asian air carriers shipped 5.4 percent less freight last month than in December 2010, as the traditional end of the...
  • MSC Imposes Surcharge on Port of Mombasa Cargo
    Mediterranean Shipping Company imposed a port congestion surcharge on all cargo moving to the Port of Mombasa, Kenya, starting Feb....
  • Hong Kong Air Freight Fell 4.3 Percent Last Month
    Throughput at Kong Kong International Airport in December fell 4.3 percent year-over-year, pulling annual traffic down 4.6 percent at the...
  • MSC Shuffles US East Coast Port Calls on Far East Service
    Mediterranean Shipping plans to shuffle the U.S. East Coast port rotation of its Golden Gate Service from the Far East...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
JANUARY 26, 2012
  • Daikin sells first Zestia units to Cronos
    Daikin Reefer, which is one of the largest manufacturers of reefer machinery for the container shipping industry, has sold the first of its innovative Zestia-designed ...
  • Davos debates global growth challenges
    In a World Economic Forum [WEF] moderated-panel session at the Swiss resort of Davos yesterday - which included contributions from the chairman and ceo of Coca-Cola ...
  • Italy stymied by striking truckers
    Day-4 of the Italian truck drivers' strike against Prime Minister Mario Monti's aggressive tax-increasing austerity measures is taking its toll, with acute fuel ...
  • KPA to destroy cargo
    The Kenya Port Authority (KPA), which is desperate to free up space and improve on its poor productivity levels, has issued an ultimatum to importers/receivers ...
  • TS Lines exits transpac
    Taiwan headquartered TS Lines is leaving the transpacific trade as it is exiting the China-America East Coast Express string that it runs with partner Hainan POS.Gavin ...
  • IMF: Iran oil embargo could result in 30% spike
    The International Monetary Fund [IMF] has flagged-up the risk that sanctions against the nuclear-experimenting Iran could force up the price of a barrel of oil ...
  • Forth takes control of Tilbury box terminal
    In a USD95 (USD148) million deal, Scottish ports operator, Forth Ports has bought out the 67% of shares that it did not already own of the London, River Thames-located ...
  • CSAV raises further USD129 million
    Santiago-based CSAV has made further progress in its plans to raise USD1.2 billion in fresh capital with the group announcing that its second-stage plan in the ...

TradeWindsweb site
JANUARY 26, 2012
  • Transpetro tied to spill
    Petrobras tanker wing issues alert as authorities race to contain oil leak at floating transfer station off Brazil.
  • Chembulk dodges BLT bullet
    CEO of Berlian Laju's Connecticut chemical arm claims its "business as usual" despite cash crunch at Indonesian parent.
  • Saipem enlists Fairstar duo
    Oslo-listed heavylift specialist poised to sail to the North Sea after lining up $15m transport pact with Italian energy giant.
  • Alam wins Samsung gig
    Malaysian offshore vessel owner to bank $37m from a deal with Korean engineering firm.
  • Maersk Tankers crowns CEO
    Danish shipping dynasty's tanker division trades king for a queen as Maersk Line lieutenant shifts gears.
  • Ezion scoops big charter deal
    Singapore-listed offshore owner seals $93.5m contract for a service rig in North America.
  • Scrap record to be toppled
    Macquarie Capital predicts dry-cargo demolition will shoot up by 50% in 2012.
  • BLT battles debt disaster
    Tanker giant in dangerous territory as it prepares to freeze trading and repayment of $418m owed on loans and ship leases.
  • Farstad joins bond flood
    Oslo-listed offshore owner rakes in nearly $70m from a trip to the bond market.
  • Kuznik judges the Judges
    Former HSH Nordbank boss lets rip at US bankruptcy courts' ridiculous knowledge of shipping.
  • Partners in pact with parent
    New York-listed owner secures two-year supramax charter with Navios Maritime Partners.
  • EU in new Polish yard probe
    Competition authority accuses two buyers of Poland's Gydnia of receiving illegal state aid to complete their deals.
  • Navios Partners on the mark
    Angeliki Frangou-led owner sees fourth quarter profit measure up favourably against Street bets.
  • Stolt slips in fourth quarter
    Oslo-listed shipowner looks to 2013 for tanker market recovery after drop in its fourth quarter bottom line.

American Shipper - Ocean newsweb site
JANUARY 26, 2012
  • FP0117aaMaersk slows ECUBEX, adds Bremerhaven
  • CSAV adds $129 million for recapitalization
  • CMA CGM raises rates on number of trades
  • Maersk names new tanker chief
  • IMF dials back 2012 growth forecast
  • Maersk cuts back on AE2
  • NYK's December headhaul up marginally
  • Cronos adds 500 new Daikin reefers
  • Labor nears ratifying freight rail deal
  • CP improves profit in 4Q
  • Swift reports turnaround in 2011
  • MIQ opens new Dutch logistics center
  • Curto calls for NY port unity

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JANUARY 26, 2012
  • Dr. Kassinger sets up consulting firm
    Industry veteran announces formation of own firm after 26 years as Senior Consultant for DNVPS.
  • Europe: Markets firm across the board
    Good demand in Rotterdam.
  • Prices firm in Fujairah
    Gains of more than $1 in early trading on NYMEX.
  • Pipeline opening could be delayed to September
    ADNOC and Chinese construction group debate quality.
  • EU regulators renew focus on sulphur caps
    Environment committee being asked to clarify 'implementation and monitoring' of sulphur regulations.
  • Fuel oil stocks at five-week high
    Singapore's on-shore fuel oil inventories climb 18% week-on-week.
  • Bulker's fuel tank 'damaged' at Pohang port
    Fuel tank of 29,753 gross tonne bulk carrier Global Legacy 'damaged', says NYK Line.
  • Prices firming at Asian ports
    Demand mixed on Thursday.
  • Turkey issues new marine pollution tariff
    Fine settled within 30 calendar days will be valid for a 25% discount, noted Vitsan.
  • Fresh leaks from Rena wreck spotted
    Silver sheen stretches south of Rena for about four kilometres on Thursday, says MNZ.
  • Petroplus files for insolvency
    Move follows unsuccessful negotiations with lenders, says Petroplus.
  • EMMA to manage energy and resources of LNG-fuelled ferry
    EMMA 'as easy to operate as a traffic light,' says project manager at Viking Line.
  • Challenge to French calls for delay to 0.10% sulphur cap
    'Yet another cry to avoid necessary steps into the future,' says maritime consultant.
  • Salvors prepare Costa Concordia for debunkering
    Second line of booms placed around the wrecked cruise ship.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
SAILING LIST
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Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
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Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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