BRIEFS

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26 October 2025 - Year XXIX

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BRIEFS

October 31, 2012

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US east coast ports take steps to brace themselves for Hurricane Sandy China's domestic container handling soars tenfold in decade to 2011 DP World suffers 1pc volume decline to 14.2 million TEU in third quarter Poland's ports increase January-August throughput 20.1pc to 1,065,203 TEU Parked trucks clog Manila port, awaiting daily lifting of trucking ban Asia Development Bank to lend US$24 million loan to China's logistics project Three Chongqing trailer trucking companies to get US$1.6 million subsidy Major shipping lines skip Dammam calls until heavy congestion eases Heihe trade slips on weak Russian economy, currency, high Chinese prices Milan developer to spend US$900 million into Chongqing logistics park Kuehne + Nagel wins Lego e-commerce internet contract in Belgium Xiamen government buys Dongdu Cargo facility, turns it into cruise terminal DP World's CT3 to install CyberLogitec OPUS TOS to boost box capacity UPS opens three healthcare distribution facilities in Asia Pacific FedEx's air cargo hub in Piedmont comes under fire as traffic declines Dnata's freight up 700pc on surge in heavylift cargo through Dubai airport

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OCTOBER 30, 2012
Indian Ocean Rim nations to hold talks on piracy MOL recognised for climate change disclosure New Safmarine 'Business Link' forum focuses on finding sustainable solutions Vessel operating costs expected to rise over the next two years Vigilance Awareness Week being observed at SCI Deals inked for exporting 2 lakh bales of cotton HBT threatens to quit Haldia operations PPP to play major role in Railways' Vision 2020: Minister RBI cuts CRR by 0.25 pc; keeps repo rate steady at 8 pc

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OCTOBER 30, 2012
New loan for Montenegrin emergency rail infrastructure rehabilitation The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing an additional EUR 10 million to the national rail infrastructure management company of Montenegro (ZICG). Z... SriLankan Airlines increases capacity on Kuala Lumpur route From today (30 October), SriLankan Airlines is increasing capacity on four of its 14 weekly Colombo - Kuala Lumpur flights with Airbus A330-200 and/or A340-300 equipment, instead o... Fret SNCF expands its MLMC offer and opens it to international routes Fret SNCF, the freight division of the French state railway SNCF, is enhancing its single wagon "multi-lots multi-clients" offer (MLMC) and extending it to international... Ethiopian Airlines operated first B787 Dreamliner humanitarian flight US plane maker Boeing recently joined with Ethiopian Airlines and Seattle Anesthesia Outreach (SAO) to deliver approximately 9 t of medical supplies to Black Lion Hospital - Ethiop... US Airways posts highest Q3 earnings in company history The Arizona-based US Airways Group Inc reported a Q3/2012 net profit of USD192 million (excluding special items), the second highest Q3 profit excluding special items in the compan... Global Express Services (Overseas Group) with new president and CEO Globe Express Services (Overseas Group), a third-party logistics provider with 58 offices worldwide, has appointed Michael C. Hughes as president, chief executive and a member... Höegh Autoliners with new capacity from 2014 The Scandinavian shipping company Höegh Autoliners has entered into twelve-year bare boat charters for two 6,500 car capacity pure car truck carriers (PCTC), which are to be deliv... Daimler Trucks Mexico receives orders for 140 Freightliners Two leading transport and logistics companies in Mexico have purchased a formidable package of 140 Freightliner Business Class M2 and Freightliner Cascadia medium-duty and heavy-du... Scania sells fewer trucks Truck maker Scania reported that its earnings for the first nine months of 2012 amounted to SEK 6.135 million. A drop in vehicle volumes, lower capacity utilisation and a high... Ceva Logistics: Cochovity for business development in the Americas Ceva Logistics has appointed Cindy Cochovity as executive vice-president of business development for the Americas region. Cochovity has served Ceva and its legacy companies with pr... Transco expanding in southern Germany The German logistics service provider Transco's branch office in Weil am Rhein is augmenting its contract logistics sector. The firm put an additional warehouse with 3,000 sqm of h... FedEx Express builds new hub in Shanghai The US service provider FedEx Express is to establish a new, USD 100 million international express and cargo hub at Shanghai Pudong international airport (China). FedEx reported th... DSV reports solid results in Q3/2012 The Danish transport and logistics company DSV reported revenues of DKK 11.31 billion (EUR 1.52 billion) in its interim financial results for Q3/2012, a 3.7% increase compared to t...

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OCTOBER 30, 2012
Report finds progress made to lower Puget Sound air pollution Territorial Sea Plan workshop set for Nov. 1 in North Bend Port of Anacortes holding contest to update Cap Sante Marina logo TSA member carriers eye increase to dry cargo rates Panama Canal Authority taps firm for bridge contract

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OCTOBER 30, 2012
Nordic Plan offers flexible underwriting solution Will the London market follow Oslo's lead? Skuld and Britannia increases pass pain on to members Both clubs apply general increases but create models to aid payments New RSA cover targets charterers RSA dips into marine liabilities segment with $100m package London Stock Exchange kicks off shipping charm offensive Counter-cyclical bid to lure shipping listings to UK stresses benefits of access to capital Diversity brings strength to Braemar's bottom line Technical division's work on Rena salvage supports revenue increase NOL's glass is half full Full-year loss will be mitigated by efficiency gains and victories over cost Attica files state aid rules complaint against Grimaldi Greek ferry firm 'appalled' by Italian owner's comments on overcapacity in Adriatic Rongsheng reports earnings collapse Nine-month figures reveal tumbling profits at China's top private yard Say no to herd mentality China must avoid overcapacity in offshore as well as in shipbuilding Braemar's shipbroking rises above cautious credit climate But deals get complicated when principals do not trade with each other, says Kidwell Indian Ocean floating armouries operate in a regulatory void 'Don't ask, don't tell' policy could compromise insurance for security firms and owners German owners lack commitment to education, says nautical group Association slams lack of funding and onboard placements Cosco loses $1bn in first nine months State giant posts another hefty quarterly loss Cansi slams race by Chinese yards to boost offshore capacity It is wrong to ' blindly increase' greenfield capacity, says shipbuilder group Flaminia clean-up will take two months German government says return of fire-damaged boxship cost more than $130,000 CSCL reinforces quarterly profit Narrower nine month net loss raises prospect of full-year profit Pipeline forces CSD to deploy more tankers in overseas trade Riyi project could reduce demand by 138-139 VLCC shipments a year Gas goes west With little commercial marine fuel demand in Europe, is it time to look to North America? CSSC units report dismal performances Updated: Flagship CSSC Holdings sees profits plunge and GSI and CSSC JHI flipped into the red Lower daily charter rate squeezes Rickmers' latest profits Company has the cashflow to ride out uncertainty, says Preben Hansen Divestment contributes to slower volumes for DP World Dubai port giant reports strongest growth at home and in emerging markets Shanghai reports profit growth despite dip in box volumes Operator of the world's busiest port benefits from tax rebates China Shipping withdraws two Asia-Europe sailings Decision comes as prospects for November 1 rate hike remain uncertain NOL presses ahead with this year's second bond issue Singapore box operator will raise $245m for general purposes and investment China tanker giant posts third-quarter loss LNG shipping is the sole positive as CMES is hit by bunker costs and low freight rates Norwegian Car Carriers issues shares to buy secondhand tonnage Debt financing is in place for 70% of 2010-built vessel's purchase price Bergen signs shipbuilding division over to joint venture Partnership with unnamed European firm aims to return yards to profitability Omega's Chapter 11 saga set to drag on into December Hurricane Sandy forces postponement of cash collateral matter

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OCTOBER 30, 2012
HHI's profits cut in half HYUNDAI HI of South Korea said net profits for the first nine months of 2012 were cut in half year on year CIMC's profits crash SHENZHEN-listed CIMC said today its profits slumped by 52.3% year on year in the first nine months of 2012 Braemar posts even profits BRAEMAR Shipping Services, the London shipbroker and services group, today posted stable profits for 1H12 despite weak markets RMT's 3Q profits fall 26% RICKMERS Maritime Trust said today net profits for 3Q12 dropped 26% year on year to $8.23M MES profits dive 58% MITSUI Engineering & Shipbuilding said today that net profits for the first half of its current fiscal year dropped 58.1% year on year to ¥3.016Bn ($38M) Dolphin might issue bonds DOLPHIN, Norway's offshore service vessel operator, said today the group might issue a senior unsecured bond with maturity in November 2016 NOL raises $246M in bonds NOL SAID it raised S$300M ($246M) from its fourth bond offering under its $1.5Bn euro-denominated medium-term note programme China's breakers face losses CHINA'S shipbreakers warned today they would report full-year losses, reflecting a 30% fall in Chinese scrap steel prices year on year Big charter box ships under pressure TIMECHARTER rates for post-Panamax and Panamax box ships are continuing to lose ground this week China's bunker demand growing 10% per year BUNKER fuel consumption will rise 10% per year for each of the next three years, China Marine Bunker Supply has warned Adelaide move costs DPW DUBAI Ports World told Fairplay today selling its stake in Adelaide's box terminal has caused a 17% year on year fall in its volume in the Americas and Australia Chinese ordered more newbuildings than Greeks CHINESE companies booked more newbuildings than their Greek counterparts in the first nine months of the year, broker Golden Destiny has revealed Daiichi Chuo Kisen warns of bigger losses JAPANESE ship operator Daiichi Chuo Kisen Kaisha has warned of bigger losses ahead of its results for the first half of its fiscal year Chinese shipbreaking gains as Bangladesh fades CHINESE shipbreakers won more tonnage last week as owners became disillusioned with the weakening market in Bangladesh

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OCTOBER 30, 2012
Asia-U.S. Carriers Seek December Rate Hike In an attempt to prevent freight rates from eroding during the slack season, shipping lines that carry U.S. imports from Asia plan to increase rates $400 per 40-foot container on shipments to the West Coast and $600 per FEU to all other destinations, effective Dec. 1. The Transpacific Stabilization Agreement, a... Port of Virginia to Reopen to Ships Tuesday Night The Virginia Port Authority said its marine terminal will start handling vessels at 7 p.m. Tuesday. After closing Monday to ride out Hurricane Sandy, the port reopened Tuesday morning at 8 a.m., but wasn't ready to handle vessels while the terminals were inspected for any storm damage. "There was no damage, only... Rickmers Maritime Profit Dives Rickmers Maritime's third quarter profit plunged 26 percent from a year earlier on lower charter revenue and increased costs, but the Singapore-based trust said its strong cash flow would help it to ride out volatile market conditions. Net profit fell to $8.2 million from $11.1 million in the third quarter of... Norwegian Car Carriers Issues Shares to Acquire Ship Norwegian Car Carriers is issuing shares to raise 80 million to 100 million kroner ($13.9 million to $17.4 million) to help finance the acquisition of a secondhand vessel to transport automobiles. The Oslo-listed company said it already has received offers of debt financing to cover 70 percent of the cost of... NY-NJ Ports, Airports Undergo Post-Storm Assessment All marine terminals in the Port of New and New Jersey remained closed on Tuesday while port workers inspected them for damage. in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. All three airports in New York City also remained closed Tuesday morning, according to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. All mass transit... Port of Virginia Reopens, But Won't Handle Ships Yet All marine terminals in the Port of Virginia reopened Tuesday at 8 a.m., two hours later than usual, following the passing of Hurricane Sandy. The Virginia Port Authority said there would be no vessel operations until the U.S. Coast Guard completes a port assessment and the sea lanes are reopened. The...

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OCTOBER 30, 2012
Carrier GRIs gets boost from capacity culls and lay-ups The blanking of two Asia to Europe voyages in November by CSCL, added to the voiding of sailings by the CKYH and G6 alliances and Maersk Line, is clearly swinging ... DP World compensates for slack European market Container port operating giant DP World saw its Q3 2012 throughput contract by 1% compared to the same quarter of 2011 to 14.2 million TEU - the result ... CSCL to blank two November Asia - Europe voyages State-run China Shipping Container Line [CSCL] will void scheduled sailings on weeks 45 and 48 on its Asia - north Europe AEX1 service to underpin the 'industry' ... Super storm claims 13 lives on USEC The states of New York and New Jersey are today in the grip of a major disaster after megastorm Sandy made landfall last night battering the US east coast and flooding ... Evergreen out of the red Taiwan's Evergreen Marine has returned to the black for the nine months of trading posting a net profit of USD3.6 million for the January to September period.The ... Portek bucks the downturn Singapore-headquartered port operator, Portek International has reported a 16% increase in containers processed through its global terminals at the halfway stage ...

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OCTOBER 30, 2012
Spring Bok master fined A Seatrade reefer captain has been fined in a UK court following March's collision with a Stealth Maritime LPG carrier in fog off Dover. CFL buys Greenfleet Dutch shipping company CFL is taking over Greenfleet Crew as it looks to expand its fleet. Tanker grounds on street A veteran tanker has grounded on a street in Staten Island during Hurricane Sandy. CSDC falls China Shipping Development Corp has recorded smaller third quarter earnings as revenue fell. Huge loss for CCHC Boxship and bulker giant China Cosco Holdings Co (CCHC) has been hit by rising costs as it turned in a mammoth loss for the first nine months. Atlantska slides Croatian bulker owner Atlantska Plovidba has plunged to a loss as rates slipped in the first nine months. CSCL swings to profit China Shipping Container Lines (CSCL) has returned to profit in the third quarter as box rates improved. TTA's scrap success Thoresen Thai Agencies has cashed in its oldest bulker, it is claimed. Rickmers dips in third Higher costs and lower revenue chalked down Rickmers Maritime's third quarter bottom line by 26%. Braemar eyes 'big stuff' Braemar Seascope has an eye on expanding into the high-end offshore market if it can find the right name to lead the charge, its CEO says. Precious ups profit Cutting its losses on a series of delayed vessels at India's ABG Shipyard has helped push Precious Shipping to an improved set of third quarter numbers. Cargoship hits beach A cargoship has run aground on a beach in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Rongsheng profit dwindles China Rongsheng Heavy Industries continues to haemorrhage profit in 2012. Sasebo struggling Japanese shipbuilder Sasebo Heavy Industries has suffered a big swing into the red in the first half. Siem in October quartet Siem Offshore has once again turned to a Norwegian shipyard for its latest newbuilding. Two hurt in ferry fire Two Canadian shipyard workers have been treated for smoke inhalation after a fire on board a drydocked ferry. NOCC plots cash grab Norwegian Car Carriers is lining up a private placement to part fund its latest vessel purchase. Kyoei coming back Japan's Kyoei Tanker has switched its six-month earnings forecast from loss to profit. MES making less Japan's Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding (MES) has posted a big fall in six-month profit. Alang death toll rises An explosion earlier this month on a tanker at an Alang shipbreaking yard has claimed the life of another worker. Drunk master jailed A Ukrainian captain has been sentenced to a month in a Danish jail after being found drunk on his vessel. Braemar's glass half-full London broker Braemar Shipping Services has edged up its first-half profit amid signs of improvement in the industry. Panamax demo nears 100 Panamax bulkers sold for scrap so far this year are on the verge of passing the psychological 100 ship barrier, according to brokers. Profits trimmed at SITC China's SITC International has seen its nine month profits trimmed by higher costs - particularly bunker expenses. Basma big on India Hassan Basma, boss of Malaysia's Bumi Armada, says he is very bullish on the prospects for FPSO demand in India. NOL gets bonds away Neptune Orient Lines (NOL) has successfully raised SGD300m ($245m) from its second straight bond issue this year. Costs set to rise Vessel operating costs are expected to rise 3% this year and next according to a new survey by Moore Stephens. ISC details UOS funding International Shipholding Corp (ISC) has unveiled how it intends to finance its acquisition of United Ocean Services (UOS).

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OCTOBER 30, 2012
Walmart DC 20% powered by wind turbine The wind turbine is Walmart's first onsite industrial-sized wind turbine and will generate about 2.2 million kilowatt hours of power, providing up to 20 percent of the Red Bluff, Calif. distribution center's annual electricity use. Maersk hiking TP rates in December The liner carrier's increases, effective from Dec. 1, are $320 per 20-foot container, $400 per 40-foot container, $450 per 40-foot high-cube and $506 per 45-foot high cube container to U.S. West Coast ports. Allee to leave Gulfport post Gulfport Director Don Allee will resign from his post, effective Nov. 2, in the wake of scrutiny over how the Mississippi port has used $570 million in federal funds after Hurricane Katrina, according to local reports. Tanker pushed aground on Staten Island Maersk adjusts for Asia-Europe winter disruptions Landmark, bpost in acquisition talks Belgian postal operator bpost is in talks to acquire a majority share of Ontario, Calif.-based Landmark Distribution, a cross-border parcel logistics specialist, and sister company Landmark Trade Services in Canada. Maersk speeds up Asia-W. Africa loops again Panama Canal Authority awards contract for new bridge INTTRA, Sinotrans expand agreement Logistics center to open in Lansing, Michigan NVO Countdown - No. 3 ABS opens technology center in Busan

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OCTOBER 30, 2012
ABS opens energy technology centre Focus areas will include LNG technology, renewable energy development, alternative fuels and environmental efficiency. Marine gas oil prices unchanged in Fujairah But markets maintained a mixed picture elsewhere. US East Coast distillates may face upward price pressure Low inventories and imports prompt concerns about supplies ahead of winter months. IFO prices down across Europe Weak demand seen in most markets. Cosco looks to full-year loss High bunker prices identified as factor in weak financial performance. Replacement found for arrested cruise ship Australian company says it has found substitute tonnage for arrested vessel. Costly bunkers eat into SITC profits But Chinese carrier plots brighter future on expected regional growth. Dynamic Oil Trading hires again Recently launched Wrist Group company says it expects to make further appointments. Losses widen at Scorpio Tankers Fuel efficient newbuildings put firm in 'desirable position', says CEO. IFO prices largely down at major ports Supplies of bunker fuels fine at key Asian ports on Tuesday. Azerbaijan toughens domestic shipping laws Requires vessels trading within inland territorial waters to carry four additional documents. Performance system achieves fuel efficiency Eitzen Chemical has seen improvement in vessel fuel consumption, says spokesman. US barge operator posts marginal increase in net profit Due to high utilisation levels and price increases for services, says Kirby Corporation. Director leaves Singapore-based bunker trading firm Resignation takes effect from October 25.

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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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