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March 27, 2012
The Business Timesweb site
Shipping News
  • Shipyards not funding rivals, says Stanchart
    Shipyards extending financing to shipowners will not be in direct competition with ship-financing banks, said Standard Chartered Bank yesterday.
  • Gulf shipping firms seeking local loans
    Persian Gulf shipping companies are turning to the region's banks to fund new purchases of oil tankers and natural gas transport vessels as European banks curtail their activity in the sector.
  • Italy shipping firm reels, puts bondholders at risk
    A slump in world freight threatens to sink Italian shipping firm Deiulemar Compagnia di Navigazione, hurting thousands of small investors who fear it issued around 550 million euros (S$909 million) of bonds that were not on the balance sheet while selling off its ships.
  • EU expands range of its anti-piracy strikes
  • Asian Shipowners Forum urges UN action on piracy

Sched Netweb site
  • Suzhou becomes world's seventh biggest seaport by total cargo volume
  • Salvage of Singapore's 3,100-TEU Bareli wreck off Fujian coast goes well
  • Ningbo expansion wins Beijing approval with port area and berth opening
  • Liaoning port February box volume up 39.5pc to 1.05 million TEU
  • Huanghua container volume increased 325pc to 5,001 TEU in February
  • Chongqing to build US$15.8 billion agricultural logistics facility
  • Qinghai builds more than 30,000 kilometres of rural roads over five years
  • Trelleborg device ready for sale to monitor pressure on docking fenders
  • Terminals told to prepare infrastructure for coming 20,000-TEUers
  • Greencarrier Freight Services acquires Transpoint International in Poland
  • UK P&I Club restructures to offer one European provider for Britain
  • TNT's opening of Hong Kong regional hub indicates UPS' Asian focus
  • India forbids its air carriers to provide data that assists EU carbon tax
  • China Eastern, Qantas to start Hong Kong budget short-haul airline
  • New Stifel Nicolaus index shows air cargo confidence at 42.2 in March

Exim Indiaweb site
  • Boxship price war came at a huge cost!
  • Cosco's Asia to South America rate hike from April 15
  • Dry bulk ship scrapping may hold near last year's level
  • K LINE adds Ningbo & Shenzhen-Da Chan Bay to intra-Asia loops
  • Large containerships flood market
  • MAERSK LINE to hike Far East to South, Central America rates
  • MSC increases rates from Far East to New Zealand
  • Port of Hamburg throughput up 14.2 pc in 2011
  • USWC rates up 1.5 pc; East Coast 2.7 pc
  • DP World Intermodal operates first Maersk dedicated train to Mundra
  • Explosion on board vessel at Mumbai Port currently under investigation: ship manager
  • E. Rly revenue up 11 pc in April-Feb.
  • FM's target promises more biz for highway developers
  • MMRDA receives six bids for trans-harbour project
  • ' mechanism issues resolved with Iran: Fieo
  • Gold imports putting strain on balance of payments: FM
  • Govt issues release order for export of 2.05 lakh t sugar
  • India pressing EU for greater access to service providers
  • Maharashtra to urge Centre for cut in onion MEP
  • Brics to moot development bank idea at New Delhi meet
  • Steps taken to tackle fiscal crisis bearing fruit: IMF chief

International Transport Journalweb site
MARCH 26, 2012
  • LOT suspends flights to Hanoi
    LOT Polish Airlines has decided to suspend flights to Hanoi (Vietnam), as of today (26 March). However, the Polish carrier will initiate a new connection to the Far East ...
  • Record year for transalpine freight traffic
    The volume of transalpine freight traffic in Switzerland continued to grow in 2011. The railway set a new record by hauling 25.6 million t of goods last year. The road and rail tog...
  • DB Schenker Rail offers direct services to Paris
    The German transport service provider DB Schenker Rail has linked the greater Paris area more closely to its European network by opening another rail logistics centre on the outski...
  • Ryder invests to refresh and upgrade rental fleet
    Ryder has announced that it is investing GBP 24.6 million (EUR 29.5 million) in a further upgrade and expansion of its rental fleet. Over the next two months Ryder will be introdu...
  • Liege cargo volume declines in February
    In February, 52,124 t of freight were transported through Liege airport (Belgium), a decrease of 4.38% compared to the 54,514 t in February 2011. The decline in cargo traffic ...
  • First vehicle to combine hybridisation and indirect cryogenic refrigeration
    The French Casino Group has joined forces with Renault Trucks, Air Liquide, Chereau and STAF to develop the first hybrid vehicle in the world featuring cryogenic refrigeration and ...
  • New GACAG website provides updates for air cargo industry and regulators
    Companies across the air cargo supply chain and regulatory bodies can now obtain updates on the lobbying activities and views of the Global Air Cargo Advisory Group (GACAG) online ...
  • German seaports report increase in throughput
    The seaports in Germany handled 7.3% more goods in 2011 compared to the previous year. Provisional figures compiled by the country's statistical office Destatis show that a total o...
  • Stef reports satisfactory business year 2011
    The French refrigerated transport and logistics service provider Stef registered sales of EUR 2.3 billion in business year 2011, an 11.8% increase compared to the previous year. La...
  • Encompass opens regional headquarters in New York City
    Encompass Global Logistics LLC, a fast-growing 3PL that is ranked among the top 20 operators in the transpacific trade, has opened a new regional headquarters in New York City as p...
  • Ceva Logistics: new contract in Dubai
    Logistics and SCM specialist Ceva Logistics has signed a five year contract with Nasser Bin Abdullatif Alserkal Est, one of the biggest importers and distributors of major tyre bra...
  • New chairman for the port of Dunkirk
    On 14 March 2012, the French president, Nicolas Sarkozy, issued a decree naming Christine Cabau Woehrel as director general of the port of Dunkirk. She succeeds Martine Bonny, who ...
  • Grimaldi launches new maritime service between Brindisi, Igoumenitsa and Patras
    The Naples (Italy)-based Gimaldi group is launching a new three-times per week service between the ports of Brindisi, Igoumenitsa and Patras on 11 April. During the summer period t...

Marine Logweb site
MARCH 26, 2012
  • DOF Subsea orders OSCV to replace newbuild sold to Australia
  • Wärtsilä 20DF engine chosen for Korean green ship project
  • Drydocks World uses FORAN to engineer jack-up crane barge
  • A2SEA orders wind turbine installation vessel at COSCO Shipyard Group
  • Merchant vessel reported hijacked 305 NM northwest of Maldives

World Wide Shipperweb site
MARCH 26, 2012
  • Port of Seattle announces expansion of cruise lineup
  • Yang Ming to expand Australia service offering
  • Port of Camas-Washougal displays local artworks in lobby
  • Work set to begin this month on new Washington state ferry
  • UK P&I Club plans to reorganize structure

Lloyd's Listweb site
MARCH 26, 2012
  • Playing it by the book
    UK health and safety rules apply to ports and ships handling wood pellets
  • Biomass: handle with care
    Tilbury fire highlights risks in handling and storing wood pellets
  • Almi establishes gas shipping vehicle
    Owner steps up talks on debut LNG vessels
  • Internet rollout recruits young seafarers
    Use of social networking sites could increase motivation and productivity
  • Venezuela's ties to China boost VLCC demand
    LLI data shows fall in aframax stems to US
  • Lomar inks feedership deal with Wenchong yard
    Six-ship order follows bulker deal with Cosco
  • Internet use can shave $100,000 off ship costs
    Owners and lines can benefit from lower bunker consumption, better staff motivation and improved management meetings
  • Color Line plans to order gas-powered newbuilding
    Major Nordic ferry operator ready to order gas-powered newbuilding
  • South Korean yard beats Japan rivals to land LPG orders
    STX nabs $100m Vafias order despite weakening strength of the yen
  • Deutsche Shipping sees major growth
    Ship financier benefits from weak competition and expansion into Asia
  • Minerva continues product tanker buying spree
    MR tanker prices continue to fall
  • Latest EU Iranian sanction decision falls short
    International Group says decision still leaves third parties vulnerable
  • Capesize rates slump to three-year low
    Asia-Europe backhaul dry bulk benchmark reaches lowest level ever reported
  • Scorpio orders eighth MR newbuilding
    Investment supports 'strategic' growth
  • Armed guards use floating armouries
    Calls to regulate floating weapons stores that are semi-legal and hard to police
  • LNG sings as the bell tolls for Japan's nuclear industry
    Another reactor shutdown boosts prospects for nation's gas imports
  • Zodiac capesize purchase drives market down further
    Vessel resale nets only $38m, marking 20% decline in a month
  • High tonnage volumes dampen scrap prices
    Market experts warn a downward price correction is likely
  • Brave Maritime orders two LPG carriers
    Niche player buys two vessels from STX O&S
  • Global Ports Investments increases revenue by 31%
    Russian firm reports domestic box boom
  • Shipping confidence rises for three consecutive quarters
    Moore Stephens survey hits highest level since last May
  • InfraMed invests in Turkish port
    Stake will help develop Limak Iskenderun container terminal
  • VLGC market revival as Middle East producers ramp up cargoes
    Falling LPG exports from Iran spur Arab states to increase shipments
  • Sharp increase in bauxite liquefaction in Amazon basin
    Heavy rains have impacted the normally safe cargo
  • One for all
    Admirable but flawed attempt to match Hong Kong ship-recycling convention
  • Make national testing protocols consistent
    Avoid additional ballast water tests
  • Maersk boss faces second heart op
    Andersen off sick for two more months
  • S&P downgrades MISC to BBB
    Ratings agency cites weak operating performance
  • Rig workers in emergency evacuation after gas leak
    Helicopters pulled all staff to safety
  • High tides slow Bareli salvage
    New oil leak found and Klaveness admits responsibility

Fairplayweb site
MARCH 26, 2012
  • Deutsche Bank steps up Asian ship lending
    THE SHIP finance division of Deutsche Bank, Deutsche Shipping, increased its business with customers in Asia to a new high in 2011
  • Baltic 'modal backshift' warned
    A STUDY of Baltic ships has revealed that owners are largely yet to prepare for the Emission Control Area start-up in 2015, which could spark a modal backshift
  • Struggle returns to box sector
    A BRIEF recovery in the box ship charter market has fizzled, as enquiry for tonnage cooled towards the end of last week
  • EC told breaking reform focuses on wallets
    PORT TAX, insurance schemes and other "economic mechanisms" would be effective means for reforming shipbreaking, a lobby group has told the EC
  • Mariner dies after fall
    AN INDIAN seafarer has died after falling into the hold of a box ship just freed from arrest
  • IMO urged to take whip hand on emissions
    VESSEL emissions should be regulated at a global rather than regional level, according to the European Sea Ports Organisation
  • Capesizes court 2008 lows
    SPOT RATES for Capesize drybulkers are courting lows last seen in late 2008, with little in sight to brighten the outlook, analyst and broker sources said today
  • Global raises profits 23%
    GLOBAL Ports Investments this morning said its St Petersburg box terminals raised throughput 44% in 2011 year on year
  • VLCC rally snuffed out
    A SLOWING in fixing activity on the VLCC market has snuffed out a recent rally of spot freight rates, shipbroker and analyst sources said today
  • Ships collide in Dover Strait
    TWO SHIPS collided this morning in the Dover Strait in poor visibility, the UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency confirmed
  • West Oz port plan advances
    PLANNING has begun for the first phase of Western Australia's PortLink freight corridor, according to the state government

The Journal of Commerceweb site
MARCH 26, 2012
  • FTR's Perry Discusses Economy Recovery, Deficit Concerns, Trucking Regulation (Video)
    Noel Perry, FTR Associates' managing director and senior consultant, explains the economy recovery but warns that the U.S. deficit crisis...
  • US Container Exports Grew 2.3 Percent in January
    U.S. containerized exports increased modestly in January as solid growth in Asian markets was partially offset by losses in European...
  • Hapag-Lloyd Plans Europe-Asia Fuel Surcharge
    Hapag-Lloyd will impose an "interim fuel participation" surcharge on Europe-Asia trade lanes to cover rising bunker costs. The proposed...
  • NY-NJ Port Authority Submits Bayonne Bridge Plan for Fast US Review
    The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey on Friday submitted to federal officials a formal request that the...
  • Shipping Confidence Up on Rate Expectations, Survey Finds
    Overall confidence levels in the shipping industry increased slightly in the three months ended February 2012, reaching its highest level...
  • Maersk CEO Andersen Faces More Surgery
    A.P. Moller-Maersk CEO Nils Smedegaard Andersen will remain on sick leave another six to eight weeks pending further surgery to...
  • Japan, Canada Agree to Launch FTA Talks
    Japan and Canada have formally agreed to launch negotiations on a bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) to eliminate import tariffs...
  • Can James Welch Save YRC?
    When a news headline last week declared YRC Worldwide was "back at (the) brink" of the default and bankruptcy filing...
  • Providing Southern Comfort
    When automobile manufacturer Fiat in 2010 announced plans to build a $1.8 billion plant in northeastern Brazil, CEVA, a global...
  • Learning From Chile
    No one is more delighted about the impact of 2004's U.S.-Chile Free Trade Agreement of 2004 than Tom Tjerandsen, North...
  • Bogota or Bust
    In the fashionable neighborhoods of Bogota, the gourmet restaurants, lively nightclubs and luxurious hotels are brimming with foreign executives eager...
  • Driving Ambition
    When Steve Russell buys a trucking company, it's not because he wants trucks. Drivers are the more important asset, said...
  • Rail Renaissance Rides South
    Mexico's rail industry is poised for growth, especially in intermodal shipments. The networks of Mexico's top two carriers,...
  • 'Freight Is Not a Dirty Word'
    When he arrived in Overland Park, Kan., last July, James Welch began his plan to restart YRC Worldwide by cleaning...
  • Korea's Beef and Booze Boom
    Next time you're dining out in Seoul, have a good steak and wash it down with a shot of Jack...
  • States Push for Higher Fuel Taxes
    While the Senate pats itself on the back for passage of a mere two-year surface transportation bill, a handful of...
  • NY-NJ's Global Reach
    By the middle of 2014, the Port of New York and New Jersey will have a container terminal able to...
  • Banking on an Extension
    An electronics manufacturer in Singapore last year wanted 25,000 wire forms to be used in one of its products, and...
  • Big Harold vs. The Nut
    As the old saying goes, "Time flies when you're having fun." Somehow, TPM 2012 has come and gone, with record...
  • Unsigned on the Dotted Line
    Q: We're a third party, arranging transportation for shippers with carriers we have under contract. We specify contract rates in...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
MARCH 26, 2012
  • APM T keen on East Africa
    East Africa is definitely on the map when it comes to investing and operating cargo-handling facilities, according to the Hague-based APM Terminals (APM T), which ...
  • Global Ports Investments on a high
    Russia-based Global Ports Investments (GPI) recorded another set of stellar financial results last year largely on the back of container terminal operations in ...
  • China committed to Tazara
    It must be hoped that meetings that took place last week between China's deputy minister for trade and Tanzania's president, Jakaya Kikwete, will result in new ...
  • Bareli: 200 boxes removed but salvors hamstrung by bad weather
    Inclement weather off the coast of Fuqing, China, with waves up to 6m, has halted the removal of containers and the pumping out of heavy fuel oil from the stricken ...
  • Charleston a step closer to new terminal
    Progress on the Port of Charleston's Navy Base Terminal has moved further towards the construction of its planned new container terminal - which will increase the ...
  • MSC joins the hunt on shippers from northern Europe to Asia
    MSC has advised customers that 'in order to face the extraordinary demand of equipment' for cargo destined to Asia from northern Europe, it intends raising an equipment ...
  • New US bill will boost African trade
    Trade between the US and Africa is expected to benefit from a bill recently introduced by US congressman Chris Smith, who is also chairman of the House Subcommittee ...
  • SeaIntel flags up significant differences in on-time performances across alliances
    SeaIntel Maritime Analysis has analysed the schedule reliability for carriers in the Transpacific trade - and the conclusion is that the majority of carriers are ...
  • Auckland mediation talks fail
    Mediation talks between the Ports of Auckland [PoA] and the Maritime Union of New Zealand [MUNZ] made little progress today in solving the deadlock between the ...

TradeWindsweb site
MARCH 26, 2012
  • Cantor cuts analyst loose
    Wall Street exodus returns to the spotlight as investment firm parts with veteran Natasha Boyden.
  • CSDC spots loan threat
    Asian giant bags $317m boost in a bid to preserve liquidity and buying power as PRC banking policies threaten access to cash.
  • Expansion weighs on Wilson
    Record-breaking revenues overshadowed by 47% dip in annual profit at Sao Paulo-quoted offshore specialist.
  • Two more shoot from Star
    Oslo-listed owner tipped to have sent a couple more vessels for demolition.
  • Rem Star slips off spot
    Age Remoy-led owner ties up period deal with Peterson for one of its PSVs.
  • Reefer trio released
    Nigerian kidnappers free two Russians and a Filipino snatched from Breiz Klipper in February.
  • DB builds shipping arm
    Deutsche Bank says its industry portfolio grew by one third in 2011 despite a dip in fresh lending.
  • Scorpio adds number eight
    Monaco-based owner declares one of two options for another MR tanker newbuilding at Mipo in Korea.
  • Pirates snatch Iranian bulker
    Gang takes control of Hafiz Darya vessel a huge distance from the Somali coastline.
  • Brave deal could reach eight ships
    Vafias group company signs up for four new in-house-designed Diamond LPG carriers at STX, with four options.

American Shipper - Ocean newsweb site
MARCH 26, 2012
  • Cross-border cloud computing
  • Liner carriers attempt revenue grab
  • LeanLogistics software promotes 'green' actions
  • NVO Countdown - No. 10
  • DP World to repay $3 billion loan
  • Congress expected to rollover transport programs through June
  • Alliances test individual lines' on-time efforts
  • Old Dominion starts drayage in Oakland
  • MSC raising Asia-ECSA rates
  • Deutsche Shipping increased loan commitments in 2011

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
MARCH 26, 2012
  • Fuel efficient vessels creating 'two-tier' charter market
    Charterers using modern tonnage can cut bunker costs by $5,000 a day.
  • European bunker prices firm across the board
    Severe congestion reported in Gibraltar.
  • Prices firming in Middle East markets
    Cape Town avails subject to enquiries.
  • Russian fuel oil duty climbs
    But not by 50% as had seemed possible.
  • Hard times threatening Hong Kong low-sulphur initiative
    Only one of 17 shipping companies participating in voluntary fuel switch has said it will continue beyond 2012, and even now only around 10% of ships make the switch.
  • Head of Shell's Asia fuel oil trading to 'join Vitol'
    Report says Dominique Laborde resigned his position last week.
  • Bunker station targeting North America/Southeast Asia traffic
    Russian supplier says initial target is 10 to 15 vessels a month.
  • Asian shipowners reaffirm 'strong commitment' to clean environment
    ASF SNEC welcomes adoption of guidelines to assist in implementing the mandatory Regulations on Energy Efficiency for Ships in MARPOL Annex VI.
  • Bunker price movements 'mixed' in Asian ports
    Players report good avails.
  • Emulsion fuel producer ends H2 2011 with narrowing losses
    Cash reserves 'sufficient' to progress to full commercial operations, says Quadrise Fuels International.
  • East China fuel oil stocks up 50%
    Bunker traders 'not active' in picking up products.
  • Singapore court reverses decision against bunker supplier
    Equatorial allowed to pursue its claim for over $21.7 million from shipping firm MISC for alleged non-payment of bunkers.
  • Salvors conclude Costa Concordia fuel removal operations
    Operation 'executed in line with expectations', says Smit Salvage.

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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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