BRIEFS

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26 October 2025 - Year XXIX

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BRIEFS

May 30, 2012

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Maersk discontinues Oz-NZ service, opts for slots with MSC-ANL Sinotrans and Yang Ming team up to launch new intra-Asia service DHL expands LCL services from China to the Middle East China files WTO complaint on US anti-dumping solar panel tariffs MTT buys slots from PIL to service Pasir Gudang and East Malaysia London Gateway vows to be a hub not a spoke of Continental ports Port of Rotterdam, Broekman Group to completely revamp project cargo centre Optimarin lands US$16 million retrofit contract with NYK subsidiary CAAC Director: no overbuilding of small/medium airports in China Singapore to raise its aviation productivity and promote local firms Ahmedabad airport gets perishables facility to boost Gujarat exports

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MAY 29, 2012
APL, PIL to launch joint service between Far East & Red Sea Bharati Shipyard Q4 results in the red CARGOTEC to introduce unique automation capabilities at TOC Europe 2012 Drewry survey highlights container shipping underperformance ICS discusses range of issues at Australia AGM It's bargain time in a slowing market, says industry head NYK, "K" Line's ultra-deepwater advanced drillship operational Ship scrapping on a high, but new tonnage keeps coming in South East CEO Conclave & Awards 2012 on July 13 in Chennai UASC christens 13,500-TEU vessel at Hamburg port Virtual multinational network members meet in the flesh APM Terminals Q1 net up 66 pc S. R. Kulkarni reappointed to MbPT Board for 55th straight year Rlys streamlines revenue sharing clause in PFT policy Coir exports surpass INR1,000-cr. mark in 2011-12 Depreciating INR will not hit India's rating: Moody's Vegetable oil import bill likely to rise 20 pc Europe's debt fears push Asian currencies down for 4th week

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MAY 29, 2012
VTG increases operating profit in 2011 and hits growth targets VTG Aktiengesellschaft, a leading wagon hire and rail logistics company based in Germany, reported that its 2011 revenue rose by 19.2% to EUR 750 million. Operating profit (ebitda... TX Logistik connecting Norway and Italy TX Logistik has launched a new intermodal train service that runs from Halden in southeastern Norway to Verona in northern Italy. The service is operated on behalf of Lauritzen, a ... Daimler launches new Fuso Canter Eco Hybrid truck in Japan Daimler's Japanese commercial vehicle subsidiary, Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC), has launched the sale of its innovative Fuso Canter Eco Hybrid truck in Japan. ... Chep lands Horizon Tissue as first customer in Estonia Chep, a leading global provider of pooling solutions for pallets and containers, has signed a contract with Horizon Tissue, Estonia's largest tissue converter. The company is Chep'... Evergreen to launch South India - Persian Gulf Express Service (SGE) The Taiwan-based carrier Evergreen Line is set to launch a new weekly South India - Persian Gulf Express Service (SGE) as from 5 June. Two 2,000 teu ships will serve the ports of ... Cosco plans to strengthen its presence in Koper The port of Koper (Slovenia) welcomed a high-ranking delegation from the Chinese carrier Cosco Container Lines (Coscon) on 22 May. The guests were presented with the port's develop... Allnet: a new general cargo alliance Three independent national general cargo networks from Italy, France and Germany recently teamed up and formed an alliance called Allnet (the alliance of networks). The partners ar... Saudia Cargo promotes "fly your car" service As the summer vacation season approaches, Saudi Airlines Cargo is launching a campaign to promote the benefits of its "fly your car" service. Offering ... Raben Ukraine opens new customs cargo complex in Kiev Raben Ukraine, a subsidiary of the global logistics service provider Raben Group, has officially opened its new customs cargo complex (CCC) in its own logistics terminal in Kiev (U... Continental and DB Schenker Logistics signed warehousing contract on the Philippines Continental Temic in the Philippines and DB Schenker have signed a three-year contract for the warehousing of raw materials. The Continental Temic plant in Taguig manufactures elec... Damco reports steady market growth in Q1/2012 Damco, the global logistics business unit of the Denmark-based A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, increased its net revenue by USD 53 million to USD 738 million in Q1/2012. Gross profit in ... New weekly service between Zurich and Tampa Swiss WorldCargo has further expanded its network of airfreight services with the recent introduction of a new weekly non-stop flight between Zurich and Tampa international airport... JAL and IAG's joint business agreement receives anti-trust immunity approval from Japan's MLIT Japan Airlines (JAL) and International Airlines Group's (IAG) joint business has been granted anti-trust immunity from the Japanese ministry of land, infrastructure, transport and ... International Chamber of Shipping elects new chairman The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) elected the Japanese national Masamichi Morooka as its new chairman, with immediate effect, at its annual general meeting in Port Dougla... SNCF Geodis and Modalohr planning truck-on-train service through Switzerland Two French partners - the logistics corporation SNCF Geodis and the intermodal transport service developer Modalohr - recently presented the "Transhelvetica" project at t... Maxim Sokolov appointed Russian transport minister Maxim Sokolov has become the new transport minister of the Russian Federation and member of the cabinet. His appointment was announced by President Vladimir Putin on 21 May. Sokolo...

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MAY 29, 2012
IMO Maritime Safety Committee makes interim recommendations on... Norway's Havyard Group books PSV order from India's Global... Ingram Barge promotes Crystal Taylor to Senior VP and... Mobile's Harrison Bros Dry Dock and Repair Yard is to close Keel laying for Offshore Patrol Boat for Irish Navy

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MAY 29, 2012
OOCL gives update on CP labor woes Port of Kalama celebrates Q KEEN maiden voyage call Crowley Maritime expanding Puerto Rico distribution center Frontier Airlines begins Denver to Bellingham flights Trade between NAFTA partners jumps during month of March

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MAY 29, 2012
A new frame of mind for armed guards Are PMSCs getting enough psychological support? Depressing, distressing work Depression, addiction, trauma - the secret lives of security contractors Protected but exposed China's shipowners are not exactly cossetted Bulker resales fetch little money Three supramaxes sold out of the yard for $24m apiece Brazilian shipyards found wanting Yards fail to live up to standards after billions in government investment Attica reduces first-quarter loss despite traffic slump Adriatic and Greek island ferry traffic slumps as fuel prices hit operators Demolition sales slow to lowest levels since January Breakers' appetite dwindles as owners hold back Insurance industry at risk of missing Solvency II deadline Many insurers state they are well prepared, but a Deloitte survey suggests otherwise Baltic activity nudges aframax trade upwards Mediterranean market stays flat for three weeks straight IUA urges new approach to UK insurance regulatory reform New approach needs more 'clarity and detail' Shenhua Energy to build coal berths near Tianjin Chinese coal giant to invest $602m Denmark cluster cash funds anti piracy and innovation projects Danish Maritime Fund pushes research and development cash Seanergy urges bulker owners to halt ordering Company posts increased first-quarter loss despite cost-cutting successes ClassNK hits 200m gt milestone World largest classification society gains from overcapacity and global expansion Seaspan reaffirms ordering strategy No comment on reports of a failed $1.4bn contract Eagle Bulk secures waiver extension for another month Sources say May 31 expiry pushed back to June 30 China levy on petroleum imports supports compensation fund Government will raise money for victims of marine casualties German feeder boxship arrested in Canada Vessel held after American Feeder Lines halts New England liner service Freddy's ready Norwegian tycoon John Fredriksen can spread his risk South Korea considers retaliating against Japanese shipowners Ministry ponders ban on Asian rival carrying coal for state-run utilities Frontline 2012 raises $210m to fund 16 newbuildings Fredriksen-controlled company says another 'material increase' of new tankers to come soon Panama's costly canal The Panama Canal Authority should rethink its latest round of toll hikes P+S secures rescue package Troubled German shipyard faces 'very difficult situation', say ministers Splitting the risk, Fredriksen-style Frontline 2012 is causing a stir thanks to its ambitious newbuilding programme China gives preliminary go-ahead to building valemax berths Ministry of Transport move suggests VLOC ban might be lifted eventually Who attacked Maersk Texas? EU Navfor questions carrier's claims that pirates targeted cargoship Topaz completes first phase of $330m refinancing Deal frees $60m of trapped equity for liquidity and investment Bharati reports $6.6m quarterly loss Shipyard hit by high interest expenses and lower sales

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MAY 29, 2012
Frontline 2012 raises $210M FRONTLINE 2012, the growth vehicle in John Frderiksen's shipping empire, said today it has completed a $210M private placement and is in talks with yards to "materially increase" its newbuilding programme Crye to exit CLIA MICHAEL Crye, a longtime and pivotal lobbyist for the cruise sector, is leaving the Cruise Lines International Association, Fairplay confirmed today US docker chats freeze STRIKE rhetoric by the head of the US East and Gulf Coast dockers' union has increased, as job-protection talks seem to have stalled GNV opens Sète/Morocco service ITALY'S ferry operator Grandi Navi Veloci has opened a France/Morocco service to replace one operated by Morocco's Comarit-Comanav Seoul's Iran crude imports rise 60% TANKERS reportedly transported nearly 60% more crude to South Korea from Iran in April than in March Rail link for bunkers to Primorsk refused A TUG OF war over who should pay for a new rail link to Primorsk's bunker and petroleum export terminal is going the government-run railroad's way S&P suggests tanker gap A LOW SALE price for Iino Kaiun Kaisha's 2007-built MR tanker Freja Fiona has surprised market watchers Bumi Armada posts $28.46M in profits MALAYSIAN offshore vessel specialist Bumi Armada said it made 89.7M ringgit ($28.46M) in profits for 1Q12, up 9.3% year on year ClassNK becomes first to exceed 200M gt JAPAN'S ClassNK said today its register has become the first to exceed 200M gt Post-Panamax box fixture hits $40,000/d PREMIUMS for post-Panamax box ship charters have jumped again, with Zim fixing Northern Jamboree for $40,000 per day for a year LPG exports set Mideast record HIGHER crude and natural gas output in the Middle East has propelled the region's LPG exports to a record 3.2M tonnes in May, Norwegian broker Lorentzen & Stemoco said

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MAY 29, 2012
Diesel Prices Hit Lowest Point Since February Diesel prices across the U.S. fell to the lowest point since early February, declining 5.9 cents in the week ending... FMCSA Shuts Down Unsafe Trucking Company Federal regulators shut down Texas-based motor carrier Demco Express for serious safety violations, the sixth unsafe trucking operator closed in... Fitch Affirms Jaxport's "A" Rating Fitch Ratings affirmed its long-term "A" rating on the Jacksonville Port Authority's outstanding 2008 revenue bonds. The ratings agency said... Daggett Denies Intentional Slowdown by ILA International Longshoremen's Association President Harold Daggett said long delays at the Port of New York and New Jersey before the... Used Truck Prices Rose 16 Percent in April Truckers reeling from sticker shock when shopping for new trucks aren't finding much relief in the used truck market, according... FedEx to Buy Brazilian Transportation Company FedEx plans to acquire a major Brazilian transportation and logistics company, as the parcel giant works to counters the increased... Ratio Between Container Ship Orders, World Fleet Number Declining The ratio between container ships on order and the world fleet has fallen to a nine year low, according to... Piraeus Port Profits on Big Increase in Traffic Piraeus Port Authority swung to a 185,400-euro ($231,250) pretax profit in first quarter 2012 from a 2.94 million-euro ($3.7 million)... Geodis Opens Logistics Center in Singapore Geodis Wilson has opened a new logistics center in Singapore's Jurong harbor. The 3PL said the 19,356-square-foot facility would... FMCSA Extends Comment Period on CSA Changes Motor carriers, truck drivers, shippers and freight brokers will have more time to comment on proposed changes to the Compliance, Accountability,... Maersk Alabama Crew Sues Owner, Operator More than half the crew aboard the Maersk Alabama when it was attacked by Somali pirates in April 2009 have... Crowley Acquires Distribution Center in Puerto Rico Crowley Maritime's Caribbean logistics unit has nearly doubled its distribution center space in Puerto Rico with the acquisition of a... Asian Airlines Hit by Weak Demand and Softening Rates Softening cargo rates due to weak demand continue to impact the bottom lines of Asia's leading carriers, according to the... Profit Surges at Indonesian Port Operator Port operator Indonesia Port Corporation II saw net profit climb by 45.9 percent year-over-year in the first quarter as demand...

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MAY 29, 2012
Wilhelmshaven rushing to be completed on time Wilhelmshaven is still rushing to get its new state-of-the-art container terminal finished on time due to unexpected quay wall construction difficulties. Insufficient ... UPS shows Olympic Games imagination Many social advantages will evolve out of this year's Olympic Games in London, but a regular barge service for containerised goods between Tilbury and Northumberland ... Mombasa box traffic to rise Gichiri Ndua, managing director of the Kenya Port Authority (KPA),expects a similar rise in Mombasa's total cargo throughput this year to that achieved in 2011. ... AfDB sounds warning note The African Development Bank Group has warned that the crisis in Europe could have a negative impact on Africa's economic growth and trade prospects. While its ... Shipper groups slam Maersk's fog surcharge Maersk Line is to launch a fog surcharge in China's Qingdao - which the executive director of Hong Kong Shippers' Council has slammed as 'unreasonable' and 'unacceptable'.And ... Validity of contract freight rates questioned Research revealed in SeaIntel's latest Sunday Spotlight questions the effectiveness of long-term ocean freight rate contract agreements between ocean carriers and ... CP strikers back to work by Thursday? That is the prediction of Canada's Labour Minister, Lisa Raitt, who rushed through the necessary legislation in Parliament yesterday that will force Canadian Pacific ... Star Reefers becomes Siem Shipping Effective today, the specialist reefer shipping company Star Reefers is changing its name to Siem Shipping. The move reflects the identity of its main shareholder ... Argentine import restrictions: EU refers to WTO The European Union has referred Argentina to the World Trade Organisation [WTO] over the alleged increased difficulty in obtaining export licences for shipments ...

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MAY 29, 2012
Chardan backs blank cheque New York investment bank helps line up $245m IPO as investment vehicle hunts opportunities in Russia and Europe. Sekkesaeter still on top Head of Teekay Corp's UK-based technical division secures seat at top of table as management spinoff takes shape. Teekay sheds light on alliance Tanker titan says tie-up with Anglo-Eastern will focus solely on management of "conventional" crude and product fleet. Chinese discount stretches Gap in fuel performance and assumptions on quality mean Chinese-built bulkers are now up to one-fifth cheaper, RS Platou Markets says. Cosmoship lights torch Greek owner earns top dollar for vintage containership in $2.7m demolition deal despite pricing pressure, brokers say. SCI slumps to annual loss Indian state shipowner hurt by big liner deficit as wages and bunker costs soar. Seanergy loss grows Restis-controlled bulker owner sees its bottom line slip further below zero in the opening three months of 2012. Erria back in profit Danish tanker group survives last year's write-downs to emerge stronger in the first quarter. Pallas plots newbuilding Swedish owner in talks with shipyard over new high-spec bunkering vessel to boost fleet. Global Carriers inches up Malaysian product tanker owner cuts deficit as operating costs fall. Bargain for Thenamaris Greek heavyweight tipped to be the buyer of a Japanese products tanker at a knock-down price. WIS worse India's biggest shiprepairer sees earnings dip on lower revenue to 31 March. Crew held for scrap sale Desperate seafarers on detained Lanka Mahapola arrested in South Africa for selling metal off-cuts to raise $96. Teekay in Anglo Eastern deal US-listed tanker giant to form ship management venture with Hong Kong's Anglo-Eastern involving 50 ships.

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MAY 29, 2012
Leo TechnoSoft develops trade manager for Eximforce FedEx to buy Brazil's Rapidão Cometa The deal, which is expected to increase the express carrier's operations in the South American country, should close in the third quarter of this year, though it is subject to the customary closing conditions. FreshStart partners with Transite Maersk raises Samba capacity 68% The ocean carrier will increase the size of five of the seven vessels currently deployed on the weekly Europe-east coast of South America service from 3,913 TEUs to 6,558 TEUs. Crowley expands Caribbean logistics Miami ship surveyor convicted Alejandro Gonzalez, 60, of Miami-Dade County, Fla., was convicted of three counts of making false statements to the Coast Guard and one count of obstruction of an agency proceeding. Washington Notebook: DHS' careful approach to cargo radiation monitors Legislation introduced to end CP strike Contract rates following spot rates Orderbook reaches 9-year low Horsley, Basso to retire from AASHTO Ericsson in Panama settles U.S. export violations Ericsson de Panama S.A. of Panama City has agreed to pay a civil penalty of $1.753 million to settle 262 violations of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations. Coalition: DOT's 'key priority' should be freight DHL starts Shanghai-Dubai LCL service

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MAY 29, 2012
Bunker prices plummet - Can decline last? Bunker prices have tracked crude's fall over the past month. Will this trend continue? SCI reports loss as bunker costs soar India's state-owned shipping company sees fuel costs up 90% year-on-year. Prices firm in Northern Europe Prices movements mixed in Southern Europe. Prices continue to fall in Fujairah Suez market stable. Rail dispute threatens bunker prospects Primorsk terminal operating at half capacity. Office move for UK-based broker New contact details for Nautical Supply International. China to levy 'pollution' tax on fuel oil cargoes Levy will also apply to shipments of crude oil, diesel and lubricants. Merged companies form new entity Argos Ceebunkers and North Sea Group Bunkering are joining forces under the new name Argos Bunkering BV. Asian bunker markets see mixed price movements Supplies of bunker products fine at major Asian ports on Tuesday. UK refinery set to close Speculation that it could become a terminal. OOCL Vietnam lowers emergency bunker surcharge New surcharge for services from Vietnam to Intra Asia ports to take effect from June 1 onwards, it says. Eimskip posts decline in Q1 profit Slow improvements in volumes while costs, including bunker expenses, have increased, says CEO. UK P&I Club: 'Cappuccino bunker' alert at Singapore "It has come to the club's attention that some bunker deliveries at Singapore have contained excessive amounts of air," it says. Japanese firms collaborate on fuel efficient box ships Use of LNG as bunker fuel and Mitsubishi Air Lubrication System among technologies that will be shared. Iranian sanctions 'next challenge' for Middle East bunker market Market to face challenges fuel oil stops coming into the market after July, according to industry players.

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PORTS

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

COMPETITION

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

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

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

PORTS

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%

PORTS

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

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%

LOGISTICS

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.

TRUCKING

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

PORTS

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.

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

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%.

PORTS

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

PORTS

Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base

SHIPPING

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.

CRUISES

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

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.

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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.

LEGISLATION

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

PORTS

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.

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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

PIRACY

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.

PORTS

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

ACCIDENTS

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"

TRADE

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

PORTS

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%.

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined

PORTS

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

LEGISLATION

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."

SHIPPING

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

TRADE

USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China

Washington

100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

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%)

SHIPPING

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

SHIPPING

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector

Rome

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

SHIPPING

ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels

Haifa

The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.

INDUSTRY

ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

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.

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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%)

SHIPPING

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%

PORTS

Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"

Naples/Rome

Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters

PORTS

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

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%.

PORTS

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%)

SHIPPING

ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.

Trieste

PORTS

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

FREIGHT TERMINALS

PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.

Padua

PORTS

Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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%.

SHIPPING

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

ACCIDENTS

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

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings

CRUISES

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

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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%

PORTS

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.

CRUISES

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.

PORTS

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

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.

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)

SHIPPING

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.

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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"

PORTS

Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.

Istanbul

15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe

ASSOCIATIONS

Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

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%

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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.

SHIPPING

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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

PORTS

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

TAXES

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

COMPANIES

P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%

SHIPYARDS

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

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)

PORTS

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

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.

Rome

PORTS

In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

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

SHIPYARDS

Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.

Genoa

It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard

SHIPYARDS

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

SHIPPING

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%

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies

OFFSHORE

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.

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

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

ACCIDENTS

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

PORTS

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.

EDUCATION

The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

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

SHIPPING

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

FINANCING

The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

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.

COMPANIES

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

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport

PORTS

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

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.

PORTS

Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor

Rome

Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities

SHIPPING

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

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.

COMPANIES

Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025

Milan

Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports

PORTS

The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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

CRUISES

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.

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

PORTS

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.

EDUCATION

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

LOGISTICS

Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.

Genoa

The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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.

LOGISTICS

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.

OFFSHORE

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

SHIPPING

The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

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

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

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

MEETINGS

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

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port

Villorba

The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

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.

SHIPPING

SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

MEETINGS

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

OFFSHORE

DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

PORTS

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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