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June 28, 2012
Sched Netweb site
  • Brazilian customs strike stands to paralyse air and sea freight for weeks
  • US District Court passes Portland inter-union dispute to ex-governor
  • Feeders rush in to scoop fresh cargo as Myanmar gets off the bad-boy list
  • MSC's 11,660-TEU Sola biggest ship to call at South Africa, Mauritius
  • Zim prints new bills of lading on banknote paper to enhance security
  • Shanxi spends US$24.1 billion on highway infrastructure January-May
  • Sino-Russian rail alliance would have enormous impact: RZD president
  • Chongqing city road lengths have increased more than fivefold since 1997
  • US agricultural exports need container future derivatives: say brokers
  • FedEx and UPS apply to Beijing for licences to penetrate mainland market
  • Korean Register and Russian Register sign service sharing agreement
  • Hong Kong Government provides grants, licences to green transport vehicles
  • SIA Cargo, China Cargo Airlines start Singapore-Shanghai freight link
  • Heathrow cargo handlers end strike threat after accepting Swissport offer
  • Cebu Pacific Cargo tops domestic freight league tables in first quarter
  • United Airlines and Avianca codeshare on flights to cities in Colombia

Exim Indiaweb site
JUNE 27, 2012
  • DB SCHENKER entrusted Nikon's finished goods warehousing solutions in India
  • Do not work for substandard companies, seafarers urged
  • ICS calls for resumption of OECD shipbuilding talks
  • Need for alleviating concerns stressed
  • Oman Container Lines launching IEX common feeder service between Nhava Sheva & Salalah
  • South Korea to augment Asian anti-piracy efforts
  • Five more import items exempted from duty at Nathu La
  • Govt may levy 21 pc duty on imported power gear
  • Stir at APM Terminals Mumbai postponed
  • FMC asks bourses to declare stocks in warehouses
  • No waiting at highway toll plazas by 2014
  • Railways freight earnings up 25 pc
  • Dependence on foreign coal set to rise: Citigroup
  • Govt jacks up textile products export target to $ 41 bn
  • Govt mulling sugar quota reduction for mills
  • Import of sensitive items up 42.8 pc
  • Indo-Asean FTA seen having more potential for bilateral trade
  • INR weakens on persistent dollar demand
  • New trade policy to bolster coir exports: Coir Board

International Transport Journalweb site
JUNE 27, 2012
  • New Congolese airline starts operations
    FlyCongo, a new airline based in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, began services to Johannesburg today, with a twice weekly Boeing B767-200ER Kinshasa-Lubumbashi-Johannesburg ...
  • Transaero to serve Paris
    The Russian carrier Transaero is set to launch a daily service to Paris Orly on 27 July. Two out of seven weekly services will operate from Moscow Domodedovo, while the remaining f...
  • Elvis launches first system network for part loads in Germany
    The German entity Elvis Teilladungssystem has opened its first part-load hub in Knüllwald (Germany). The investment volume amounts to EUR 6 million. 63 freight forwarders will exch...
  • Stadler braves the euro crisis
    The last year has been largely dominated by the falling euro and the EU debt crisis for the Swiss company Stadler Rail, based in Bussnang (Switzerland). Thanks to high levels of or...
  • Russian Railways transported more freight
    Russian Railways exceeded its May freight loading plan by 0.9%, primarily due to lower-revenue freight such as coal, construction materials, industrial raw materials and moulded ma...
  • Hugo Trumpy new Sea Sands Shipping agency
    The Italian shipping agent Hugo Trumpy, which is headquartered in Genoa, now represents the Dubai-based Emirati NVOCC Sea Sands Shipping exclusively in Italy, Belgium and the Nethe...
  • German railway wagon body elects new chairman
    The members' assembly of the German private railway wagon industry association (Vereinigung der Privatgüterwagen-Interessenten VPI, which has more than 140 members) unanimously el...
  • Air New Zealand names next CEO
    Air New Zealand has appointed Christopher Luxon as its next CEO. Chairman John Palmer said that Luxon will take over from CEO Rob Fyfe in December. Luxon is presently group general...
  • New road safety database for Latin America and the Caribbean
    The International Transport Forum at the OECD, the World Bank, the interior ministries of Spain and Argentina, and the Mexican health ministry unveiled an effective road initiative...
  • Boeing delivers another C-17 to UAE
    Boeing delivered the sixth C-17 Globemaster III to the Air Force and Air Defence of the United Arab Emirates earlier this month at the company's Long Beach assembly facility. The d...
  • Rieck Logistik group improved sales figure in 2011
    The Rieck Logistik group, which is based in Grossbeeren near Berlin, was again able to increase its sales last year, reporting a figure of just under EUR 150 million in 2011, compa...
  • Océ Belgium signs contract with Yusen Logistics Benelux
    Yusen Logistics Benelux has been awarded a contract by Océ to provide final mile transportation, warehousing and dust-off activities for copying-machines and large format printers ...
  • Van der Vlist Transport Group receives AEO certification
    The Van der Vlist Transport Group has announced that it has been approved as an authorised economic operator (AEO), with the official certification by the Dutch customs authorities...

Marine Logweb site
JUNE 27, 2012
  • ABB Turbocharging helps boost fuel efficiency on smaller...
  • United Seamen's service names 2012 AOTOS Award honorees
  • Vice Admiral Peter Neffenger to keynote Global Greenship
  • Saab rolls out fifth generation AIS producs
  • Drydocks World South East Asia in JV with Pacific Carriers
  • Management changes at Austal USA as Rella resignation fuels...

World Wide Shipperweb site
JUNE 27, 2012
  • Washington pilotage board sets examination for qualified applicants
  • Everett port board reworks plans for Marina District development
  • Port of Bellingham schedules 'Coffee with a Commissioner' events
  • Inchcape Shipping Services warns of Brazilian customs officers labor slowdown
  • Hamburg Sud marks christening of final 'Santa' series container ship

Lloyd's Listweb site
JUNE 27, 2012
  • Put profit over volume, Maersk tells trade managers
    World number one container line strives to deliver better returns for the group
  • Rebuilding balance sheets a priority for all container lines
    Industry cannot afford a third price collapse, say experts
  • ABN Amro returns to New York
    Key appointment gives Dutch bank renewed US ship lending presence
  • DHT reverse stock split proposal flops
    Tanker company remains at risk of being delisted from New York Stock Exchange in dismal market for tanker equities
  • China offers solid LNG prospects
    Domestic shale gas reserves unlikely to erode mid-term seaborne imports
  • Posidonia defeats the gloom mongers
    Fewer newbuilding contracts signed, but the Posidonia parties and exhibition were as big as ever
  • Stolt-Nielsen takes steps to consolidate large LPG market
    Third partner is allowed to enter joint venture
  • Taiwan dry bulk firm lands panamax bargain
    Sincere Navigation orders two newbuildings in Shanghai
  • Box lines set sights on July 1 increase
    Carriers seek to raise Asia-Europe rates after June wobble
  • Boxship charter activity muted as summer lull sets in
    Sentiment is still better for larger vessels rather than smaller ones
  • Brussels investigates funding for Marseille-Corsica ferries
    Competition probe targets SNCM and CMN
  • Owners increase lay-ups of small boxships
    But idle capacity falls as larger ships return to service
  • Carrier reluctance and 'education' remain obstacles for box swaps
    But industry's desire to learn more about the concept is increasing, CFDA conference is told
  • Pirate attacks fall but seafarer deaths triple
    Dubai conference pushes public-private co-operation
  • Eurotunnel poised to receive ex-SeaFrance ferries
    First ro-pax could enter service on Dover-Calais route by mid-August
  • Hyundai Glovis to order three car carriers
    Korea logistics firm will add newbuildings to its fleet
  • Navios plans $88m bond placement
    Five-year notes to be secured by mortgages on 17 bulk carriers
  • Industry shocked by Commerzbank move
    Ship finance withdrawal comes weeks after bank pledged to continue to lend
  • Commerzbank to exit ship financing
    UPDATED: Second largest German lender changes mind on shipping
  • Commerzbank bows out
    German exit nudges the industry towards Asian ship finance
  • Targeting Tehran
    A sensible approach to sanctions is in everyone's best interests
  • Nanjing Tanker borrows $63m to repay debts
    Two of its vessels pledged as security for the loan
  • Component firms inject funds into P+S
    New optimism as troubled yard pledges autumn delivery for Scandlines ferries
  • CNOOC forges ahead with LNG carriers
    China's largest offshore oil and gas producer buys stakes in five Chinese-made LNG carriers
  • Claimants line up against Rena losses
    Business owners' joint lawsuit could be New Zealand's biggest environmental claim
  • LNG industry calls for new pricing structure
    'Growing appetite' developing for prices not linked to oil, Informa LNG Global Congress is told
  • Commerzbank weaknesses identified earlier
    Nomura analyst pointed to problems back in March
  • Iran plans to start LNG exports next year
    International sanctions against Islamic Republic's oil industry make a move into gas controversial
  • Korean Registry of Shipping urged to halt Iran certification
    US lobby warns register not to fill class society 'vacuum'
  • Design flaws partly responsible for Costa Concordia casualties, claims lawsuit
    Lawyer calls cruiseships "floating coffins"

Fairplayweb site
JUNE 27, 2012
  • DHT delist risk intensifies
    NYSE-listed tanker owner DHT fell short in yesterday's vote on a reverse stock split and was forced to adjourn its annual general meeting until 5 July
  • US warns shipowners on ECA compliance
    FUEL COST will not be considered by US authorities in determining whether vessel operators are attempting to comply with new cleaner-burning fuel oil standards that go into force in North America on 1 August
  • Lobbying campaign targets KRS
    THE Korean Register of Shipping is the latest class society to be publicly pressured by New York-based United Against Nuclear Iran
  • EC investigates Corsica ferry subsidies
    The European Commission today announced that it was opening an investigation into subsidies received by French operators SNCM and CMN for operating the public service ferry concession between the French mainland and Corsica
  • Beijing believes in global recovery
    FOREIGN trade can reach Beijing's growth target of 10% this year, despite global problems, according to a spokesperson at China's Ministry of Commerce
  • Shipping confidence levels improve
    CONFIDENCE levels in the shipping industry have reached their highest levels since 2011, according to the latest survey from accountants Moore Stephens, published today
  • Rain in China disrupts coal demand
    HEAVY rains in south China continue to be a boon to the country's power generation
  • ICS opposes new Mozambique route
    THE INTERNATIONAL Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has warned that a proposal to create a new 1,000 mile-long recommended route for ships using the Mozambique Channel will increase the risk of collision there

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JUNE 27, 2012
  • US Global Trade Forecast to Grow 4.7 Percent
    U.S.-based companies' imports and exports will rise 4.7 percent annually during the next 15 years, led by exports to feed...
  • Three to Receive AOTOS Awards in October
    The United Seamen's Service will present the 2012 Admiral of the Ocean Sea Awards to Niels M. Johnsen of International...
  • ATA to Hold Natural Gas Summit
    The American Trucking Associations will hold its first-ever conference in late November on the opportunities burgeoning natural gas production could...
  • City's Bankruptcy Won't Affect Port of Stockton
    Stockton is poised to become the largest U.S. city ever to declare bankruptcy, but the city's legal filing will have...
  • Congress on Brink of Transport Bill Compromise
    Congress appears to be on track to reach an agreement by late Wednesday over the long-delayed surface transportation bill that...
  • Global Slowdown Threatens U.S. Export Gains, ITA Chief Says
    A key U.S. trade official lashed out at the declining state of U.S. transportation infrastructure Wednesday, saying "we can and...
  • Air Cargo Industry Faces Overcapacity Threat
    There is growing evidence the air cargo industry is heading for a state of overcapacity that threatens to ground more...
  • Yildirim Holding President Discusses Plan to Invest Further in CMA CGM (Video)
    Robert Yildirim, co-owner with his brother of the private Turkish investment group, talks about why he believes their investment in...
  • Stowaways Suspected in Container at Port Newark
    Federal and local authorities are investigating apparent stowaways inside a shipping container on the CMA CGM chartered container ship Ville...
  • APL, "K" Line, OOCL Share Top Spot in AgTC Survey
    The Agriculture Transportation Coalition said APL, "K" Line and OOCL shared the top ranking in the organization's seventh annual carrier...
  • Customs Strikes Disrupt Brazil Imports
    Strikes by Brazilian customs officers are disrupting ports and slowing clearance of imports, maritime services provider Inchcape Shipping Services reports....
  • Shipping Industry Confidence Rises for Fourth Quarter in a Row
    Overall confidence levels in the shipping industry, including the container ship market, increased in the three months ended May 2012,...
  • Kerry Opens Expanded Logistics Facility in Thailand
    Kerry Logistics has opened its newly expanded automotive logistics facility at Laem Chabang, Thailand. The facility is located in...
  • Hong Kong International Airport Posts Record Financials
    Hong Kong International Airport saw profits and revenue both reach record highs in the year ended March 31 despite bearish...
  • K+N Australia to Manage Logistics for Corning Cable
    Kuehne + Nagel Australia has signed a logistics contract with a leading provider of fiber optic and copper product solutions...
  • Nehru Port Strike Postponed
    Labor federations representing dockworkers at the APM Terminals Mumbai in India's Port of Nhava Sheva (Jawaharlal Nehru) have postponed an...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
JUNE 27, 2012
  • APM T will keep its existing Rotterdam terminal
    APM Terminals is to keep its existing Massvlakte terminal when its new automated 2.8 million TEU capacity facility opens in late 2014.Frank Tazelaar, managing director ...
  • Drewry promotes Index Linked contracts
    Drewry Shipping Consultants and World Container Index recommend that those shippers not already using index linked ocean freight agreements to stabilise prices ...
  • HS to take delivery of final Santa-class vessel
    Hamburg Sud will shortly take delivery of its tenth and last Santa-class vessel of 7,100TEU. The ship is also the final unit in a series of 30 vessels that have ...
  • Industry embraces coalition push for container weighing
    Reaction to the news that a coalition of government, industry and labour unions have teamed up to present a proposal that all containers be weighed before they ...
  • Scottish whisky shippers turn to rail
    DB Schenker Rail has started a new rail service between Mossend (Scotland) and Wroclaw (Poland). Thousands of bottles of whisky now move in intermodal containers ...
  • Nestle to invest in new Dubai facility
    Nestle Middle East is to invest an estimated AED500 million in a new manufacturing and distribution base in Dubai and has signed a partnership arrangement with ...
  • UAE conference on piracy opens
    The human and economic cost of maritime piracy and finding more effective regional responses in dealing with it are the main topics being discussed at the second ...
  • US and South Africa sign new TIFA
    The South African and US Governments have signed a new trade and investment framework agreement (TIFA) that they hope will stimulate imports and exports while enhancing ...

TradeWindsweb site
JUNE 27, 2012
  • Saudis eye tanker merger
    NSCSA's $1.3bn deal to buy Vela would rank it fourth in the world with 32 VLCCs.
  • Navios powers note press
    Angeliki Frangou at the helm as US-quoted bulker owner prices $88m debt deal.
  • ABN enlists Terlouw
    Maarten Terlouw leaves RBS to head up Dutch banking giant's energy & transport unit.
  • Torm ticker intact
    Nasdaq gives Jacob Meldgaard-led issuer more time to cure share price deficiency.
  • Seven banks grab shares
    Eagle Bulk's debt workout results in lenders sharing stock worth nearly $9m.
  • Navios eyes notes
    Angeliki Frangou-led owner sets its sights on near $90m haul from paper issue.
  • Atlantic adds to tally
    Norwegian owner inks four-year rescue services deal with French oil major Total.
  • Geden cape aground
    Lightering plan drawn up as Malta begins probe into grounding of Turkish bulker.
  • Commerzbank quits
    German lender to wind up ship finance arm, citing uncertain market situation.

American Shipperweb site
JUNE 27, 2012
  • Military Sealift Command adds seafarer jobs
    The outlook for most of the deep water U.S. Merchant Marine may not be rosy, but John Thackrah, executive director of the Military Sealift Command, said his organization is ",growing.",
  • Customs strike could slam Brazil ports
    "Industrial action of varying lengths and degrees has already affected normal port operations in the majority of Brazil's major ports including Santos, Paranagua, Salvador, Manaus, Santarem, Santana and Itacoatiara,", Inchcape said in the notice.
  • Washington Notebook: Commerce readies supply chain advisory group
  • Williamson appointed ITC chairman
  • Richmond port using Navis
  • DLA focuses more on fully loaded containers
  • FMC reviews 14 OTI license applications
  • APL lets go 3 North America veterans
    The three executives are George Hearn, Ted Fordney, and Earl Agron. Hearn was most recently vice president of APL's eastern U.S. region, while Fordney was vice president of the U.S. central region. Agron was vice president of security and environment.
  • MSC says some Europe-Asia service ships fully booked
  • Maersk Line Ltd. looks to acquire 3PSC
    Maersk Line, Limited (MLL), the U.S.-flag shipping arm of the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, said it has entered into a letter of intent with the owners of Cape Canaveral, Fla.-based 3PSC to buy the company.
  • Survey shows shipping executives more optimistic
  • Germany's Commerzbank exits ship financing
  • Southwest makes Milwaukee service change
  • 2012 AOTOS recipients named

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JUNE 27, 2012
  • Prices still showing little movement in Middle East hub
    Suez prices soften.
  • Prices firming in European bunker markets
    Rotterdam: Some players fully booked until Monday.
  • Confidence 'growing' among industry players
    'The ultimate squeeze comes from the cost of bunkers,' says survey respondent
  • Lubmarine expands its network
    Lube supplier opens supply hub in Denmark.
  • Oil products terminal for UK south coast
    'Coryton site is of exceptional value as an import terminal because of its location,' says UK minister.
  • IFO prices largely stable at key Asian ports
    Supplies of bunker fuels fine at major ports in Asia on Wednesday.
  • EC clears Grindrod and Vitol bunker trading joint venture
    Clearance of business joint venture granted on Tuesday, says Europa.
  • Bank 'withdraws support' from Malaysian oil hub project
    Muhibbah Engineering 'currently evaluating various courses of action and solutions', says firm.
  • BP to expand bunkering operations to Chinese ports
    BP to start bunkering at Ningbo, Zhoushan, Shanghai, Lianyungang, Xiamen, Shenzhen, Yantian and Tianjin.
  • Baltic Oil Terminals sees profits almost double
    Firm records profit of $7.3 million for 2011- a 96% rise on 2010 results.

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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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