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BRIEFS

March 1, 2013

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US east coast dock strike a risk as ILA, USMX extend talks a week Port of Xiamen to merge three container terminals to provide 50 berths Safmarine drops Maersk agency, picks Socopao as South African agent Chongqing to build 50 central business districts in five years BIMCO opens in Shanghai to enhance relations with Chinese stakeholders Maersk adds 'administratively difficult' Hazira after others shy away Working two sides of finger piers with Liebherr ship-to-shore crane Vancouver installs GPS transponders on 700 trucks - 50pc of drayage fleet CMA CGM 16,000-TEUer offers passenger service on Asia-Europe route NIIT installs cargo handling system for Cathay's Hong Kong terminal GACAG urges global agreement on trade facilitation after Doha talks stall Liege airport posts 14.5pc cargo decline, but new services rebuild traffic Lufthansa Cargo joins German humanitarians to airlift urgent relief Dusseldorf welcomes first B787 freighter by charter flight from UAE

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FEBRUARY 28, 2013
Hanjin announces East Africa service from Mundra Stimulating deliberations & enthusiastic interaction make for a distinct event FM announces setting up of two new Major Ports Iranian oil companies interested in setting up LNG/oil terminal at Dighi Port JNPT seeks Sebi nod to raise funds through bonds Port restrictions, high barge charges causing ship supply costs to spiral, warns Hutton s Private port operators seek PM s intervention on proposed new guidelines Synergy Seaports facilitates first vessel call at Kandla Port s new Berth 13 Budget 2013-14-Some key proposals Highlights of Union Budget 2013-14 IDBI Bank, Exim Bank to jointly finance export-oriented companies INR remains firm despite trimming initial gains

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FEBRUARY 28, 2013
Sichuan Airlines introduces second long-haul destination Starting today (28 February), China-based Sichuan Airlines is launching operations to Melbourne, its first destination in Australia. The Chengdu-based carrier began a first long-ha... Quito's new airport opens The opening ceremony of Quito's new Mariscal Sucre international airport took place last week. Its brand new cargo facilities (45,000 sqm) have the capacity to handle 250,000 t of ... Finnlines to increase Helsinki - Rostock sailings Finnlines, which currently offers three direct sailings a week from Rostock (Germany) and two from Helsinki, will introduce a new departure from Helsinki in week 15. The Finnish sh... CSX started track work in Virginia CSX Transportation, a transport service provider based in Jacksonville FL (USA), has started track maintenance work on its line through Ashland VA, to step up the safety and effici... New CEO helms USA Truck USA Truck Inc has appointed John Simone as its new president and CEO and given him a seat on the board of directors. The former CEO, Cliff Beckham, has returned to his previous rol... Wim Bosman Belgium receives truck safety award Wim Bosman Belgium, a European logistics service provider, has won the Truck Safety Award presented by MMM Business Media in Belgium. The jury was impressed by the results that the... AirBridgeCargo opts for application of Champ Cargosystems Moscow headquartered AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC) is augmenting its cooperation with Champ Cargosystems. The provider of integrated, business-critical IT solutions for all players... Daimler augmenting truck portfolio in India Daimler India Commercial Vehicles will put 17 new BharatBenz truck models onto the Indian market by 2014. After last year's record sales of over 1,000 heavy-duty trucks within a th... Etihad Rail: stage one on schedule Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE's national railway network, has secured funding of AED 4.7 billion (USD 1.28 billion) for stage one of its railway project. The n... DST opens logistics hub in Karlsfeld near Munich DST Möbel Mobil, a furniture forwarder based in Rekingen (Switzerland), is opening a 2,000 sqm logistics centre with twelve truck loading bays in Karlsfeld, on the north-western pe... Streck Transport holds groundbreaking ceremony for new logistics centre in Switzerland Streck Transport AG, a forwarding company headquartered in Möhlin near Basel (Switzerland), is investing CHF 12.5 million in a cross-docking warehouse and office building in Pfunge... NV Logistics SA accredited by Swissmedic for transport/storage of therapeutic products NV Logistics, a Geneva airport (Switzerland)-based company founded by Thierry Moreno in 2010, provides a large and innovative range of logistics services to its clients. The f...

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FEBRUARY 28, 2013
Peene Werft delivers Swedish Coast Guard vessel Big questions on costs of Canada's NSPS Kvichak Marine books order from Savannah Pilots Hercules Offshore buys liftboat Titan 2 Scorpio Tankers exercises newbuild options at HMD Commandant delivers State of the Coast Guard address MOL holds naming ceremony for VLOC

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FEBRUARY 28, 2013
Equipment flap brings lockout at United Grain facility in Vancouver Greenbrier works agreement to sell Kentucky bearing facility Upcoming AAPA seminar to cover administration, legal issues Corps sets March closure of Columbia/Snake navigation locks Mitsui adding new vessel to iron ore carrier lineup

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FEBRUARY 28, 2013
CFDA welcomes China move Trading platform will boost growing volumes in over-the-counter trades Blackstone to insure Citi shipping book Move allows bank to beat capital adequacy rules SSE plans Hong Kong box derivatives trading platform Move would sidestep forex controls in mainland China and increase liquidity Scorpio Tankers splashes out on six more eco newbuilds Expansion is not abating as company snaps up abandoned slots at Hyundai Mipo Can China-built ships be any cheaper? Newbuilding prices might stem the downward spiral Hidden threat in Chinese offshore ambition Some of China's yards risk their future to win business today Bourbon vows not to deploy armed guards French offshore vessel owner says it would rather stop working if piracy risk mounts Gazprom signs Israel gas agreement Russian monopoly eyes greater diversification as monopoly on piped gas to Europe increasingly comes under scrutiny Shell expands LNG business Oil major snaps up part of Repsol's portfolio outside North America Suez Canal eyes North Sea crude cargoes Promotional tariff wins southbound traffic to Asia Tokyo Gas pumps up the pressure on LNG bills Utility wants a new pricing structure for costly liquefied natural gas imports Triangulation will not work for LNG carriers, say experts Economies thwarted by varying cargo quality and longer load and discharge times Hong Kong government plans maritime and aviation training fund Initiative to recruit young talent tackles industry skills shortages Japanese owners slam Suez fees hike Increase of 5% planned for May Banks play down hope of increased lending for shipping But owners hear that less money is required for newbuilding and secondhand purchases Every little helps Blackstone's insurance deal is not a silver bullet for Citibank Scrap heroes Cosco leads the pack in sending ships for demolition over the last four years Aegean Marine Petroleum boosts full-year profit Greece-based bunkering outfit enjoys strong 2012 despite flat sales Slack handysize market spells loss for Pacific Basin Yearly net loss reflects writedown from ro-ro exit Vale posts its first quarterly loss in a decade Iron ore giant takes $5.7bn writedowns on loss-making mines as its maritime freight costs soar Wogan eyes multiple opportunities for GasLog LNG carrier owner is relaxed about fixing last open ships as annual revenues soar Brightoil swamped by red ink Bunker supplier posts 35% fall in revenue and a $974m loss from derivatives Scrapping emulates last year's record-breaking levels Ship recycling players face influx of tonnage in a changing business landscape Cash buyer GMS plugs ship-finance gap Operators seeking capital bring business proposals to Sharma Hong Kong Convention entry into force criteria and guidelines IMO wording Four years on and the Hong Kong Convention still has no signatories Ship recycling industry expects it could take even longer than originally expected to enter into force Owners embrace hazardous materials inventories Hong Kong Convention spurs drive to identify asbestos and other risks Spotlight on Bangladesh ship breaking and recycling rules An overview of the measures that govern the country's scrapping industry Chittagong is changing its ways Bangladesh's shipbreaking industry has been improving working practices in accordance with local government guidelines Industry divided over Brussels moves to regulate recycling Success of proposed fund will require more transparent pricing

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FEBRUARY 28, 2013
Judge refuses to transfer Concordia lawsuit A LAWSUIT filed by Costa Concordia passengers will proceed in Florida state court, not Italy - a major legal blow to owner Carnival Earnings put pressure on Aegean shares STOCK pricing for Aegean Marine Petroleum Network slumped today after its earnings came in well below expectations Wilson's net losses rise WILSON, one of Europe's biggest shortsea operators, today posted significantly higher net losses for 2012 Rise in debt protection seen for Germany MORE shipowners in Germany are likely to use reformed debtor protection rules under a debt restructuring bill, an insolvency administrator has predicted Lending squeeze halts German fleet growth LIQUIDITY and capital shortages are taking their toll on Germany's merchant fleet, the third-largest in the world Shipping hails Delhi's moves INDIA'S finance minister today disclosed duty exemptions for domestic shipping companies Pacific Basin swings to losses HONG KONG-listed Pacific Basin said today it swung to 2012 net losses of $158.5M, on a $199M write-off of its ro-ro business Kreuz's profits soar 49% SINGAPORE-listed Kreuz Holdings said today profits shot up 49% for FY12 China's output of ship plates falls 37.2% CHINA'S production of ship plates reportedly fell 37.2% in 2012 Luka Koper's profits surge but miss target LUKA KOPER, which owns Koper, Slovenia's only port, said net profits for 2012 surged to €10.4M ($13.9M), '10M more than its 2011 results but '3.2M less than its prediction Brightoil reels to 2H losses HONG KONG-listed Brightoil today reported losses of HK$871.1M ($112.3M) for the six months ended 31 December 2012, reversing profits of HK$965.2M a year earlier Profits for DFDS dive DENMARK'S ferry and logistics group DFDS said today recession in Europe and overcapacity were behind a deep fall in 2012 profits Torm warns on profits TORM, the listed Danish product tanker and bulk shipping group, said today it faces deeper losses than forecast this year German turbine installation deal awarded FRED OLSEN Windcarrier said today it has been awarded an installation contract by the Siemens group Profits tumble 56.3% at China's Sainty Marine SHENZHEN-listed Sainty Marine said today its net profits fell 56.3% year on year to 80.7M yuan ($12.9M) in 2012

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FEBRUARY 28, 2013
Wan Hai Lines Launches New 4,680-TEU Container Vessel Wan Hai Lines christens Wan Hai 515.Wan Hai Lines has christened its Wan Hai 515 container vessel at a ceremony at CSBC Taiwan's Kaohsiung shipyard in China. Po Ting Chen, chairman of Wan Hai Lines, presided over the ceremony. Wan Hai 515 has a maximum loading capacity of 4,680 20-foot-equivalent units. It... MAPI Report: Manufacturing Production to Rise 2.2 Percent in 2013 Inflation-adjusted gross domestic product will expand by 1.8 percent in 2013 and by 2.8 percent in 2014, according to the Manufacturers Alliance for Productivity and Innovation's Quarterly Economic Forecast report. The figures show no change from MAPI's previous November 2012 report. However, manufacturing production is expected to show increases of 2.2... Japanese Shipowners Knock Plans to Hike Suez Canal Tolls The Japanese Shipowners' Association is urging the Suez Canal Authority to rescind the toll increase scheduled to go into effect on May 1. In a letter submitted to SCA, the JSA expressed "deep disappointment" regarding the unilateral toll increase "without any dialogue between the SCA and Canal users," following the 3 percent toll... Shuster, Boxer Urge States Officials to Get Word Out on Infrastructure Needs WASHINGTON, D.C. - Bill Shuster and Barbara Boxer - the respective chairs of the House and Senate's major transportation infrastructure committees - told state transportation officials Thursday that their efforts to educate the public and Congress on the nation's infrastructure needs are essential to passing key legislation. The duo's comments highlight the push to... Canada's West Coast Ports on the Rise in 2012 U.S. and Canadian West Coast ports: market share by country in 2008Canada's West Coast container ports saw robust growth in 2012 while for the most part their U.S. counterparts stagnated or declined, according to analysis of each port's published data. The result is that Canada's share of total West Coast... North American Rail Traffic Drops For the week ending Feb. 23, North American carload and intermodal volumes dropped from the previous week because of U.S. and Canadian volume decreases, according to the Association of American Railroads. U.S. Carload vs Intermodal Traffic Week-to-Week Percent ChangeSource: AAR For a larger chart, click on the image.Combined North American carload volume,... India Increases Duties on Imported Luxury Goods India's Ministry of Finance has increased the customs duty on imported luxury goods, such as high-end motor vehicles, motorcycles, yachts and similar vehicles. For motor vehicles, the duty has been raised from 75 percent to 100 percent. On motorcycles with engine capacity of 800 cubic centimeters or more, the duty will... Echo Global Logistics Names Reed CTO Echo Global Logistics has appointed Michael Reed, its interim chief technology officer, as the official CTO. He has served as interim CTO since April 2012. Reed began his tenure with the Chicago-based transportation and supply chain management company in 2007 as a lead application developer, and has held several positions since... YRC Freight Buys Four LNG Trucks for Pilot Project YRC Freight has completed its agreement with Clean Energy Fuels to purchase four liquefied natural gas trucks that will serve the Port of Long Beach and other surrounding areas. The pilot project will leverage the Clean Energy fueling infrastructure in Southern California. The LNG trucks will be operated by YRC Freight... Africa's Logistics Market Ballooning, Study Finds Logistics spending in Africa by manufacturers and retailers (both in-house and outsourced) is set to increase by almost $28.8 billion by 2016, as the size of the outsourced logistics market increases by 38.4 percent, according to an "Africa Logistics" report by Analytiqa. The study of eight markets across the region predicted... ILWU: United Grain Lockout Is Unfair Labor Practice International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 4 charged that Wednesday's lockout of its workers in Vancouver, Wash., by United Grain Corp. constitutes an unfair labor practice, and a union spokeswoman said the ILWU plans to file formal charges in the next few days. The company stated that it was locking out... Port of Houston Authority's Commission Approves Budget The Port of Houston Authority's commission has approved the port's 2013 operating budget, which reflects increases in operating revenue, net income and cash flow. The budget forecasts a 3 percent rise in container traffic and a 10 percent increase in auto cargo in 2013. Accordingly, the port budgeted $225.6 million for... Drewry Sees Average Rate Hikes of 4 Percent Though ocean freight rates have stabilized, importers and exporters should prepare for a "choppy ride" through the rest of this year, Drewry Supply Chain Advisors warned Thursday. Despite another year of excess capacity growth, Drewry expects global freight rates to rise through 2013, even though the majority of new ship deployments... Baltimore Sets Cargo-Handling Record Maryland's Gov. Martin O'Malley reported that the Port of Baltimore's public and private marine terminals handled a record 36.8 million tons of cargo in 2012, valued at an all-time high of $54 million. The port's public terminals moved 6.29 million tons of container cargo in 2012, up 7 percent from the... EU-Peru Trade Agreement Takes Effect March 1 Trade barriers between the European Union and Peru will be lifted as of , when the EU's trade agreement with Peru and Colombia, signed in 2012, will be provisionally applied with Peru. The agreement will open up markets for EU and Peruvian exporters, which is expected to yield more... Court Again Rules in Favor of Port Mackenzie Rail Extension Tthe 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has again denied environmental groups' request to block construction on the Port Mackenzie Rail Extension, a 32-mile rail link connecting the main line of the Alaska Railroad with Port Mackenzie in Alaska. The order was issued in San Francisco, denying an emergency appeal by Cook... CMA CGM to Add Port of Charleston to Pacific Express 3 Service CMA CGM will add South Carolina's Port of Charleston to its Pacific Express 3 service, providing an additional connection for the region's shippers to ports across Asia. The French carrier has deployed 11 vessels of between 4,400 and 5,100 20-foot-equivalent units capacity in the weekly service. The first ship to call... Port of Los Angeles Appoints Sidley General Counsel Janna Sidley, the Port of Los Angeles's new general counsel.The Port of Los Angeles has named Janna Sidley as general counsel, effective March 4. In her new role, she will supervise the City Attorney's port operations and serve as in-house counsel to port management and the Los Angeles Harbor Commission. She... Ship Finance on Life Support The drip, drip of bad news from Germany's beleaguered shipping sector threatens to burst into a flood at any time. More than 150 of the single-vessel companies, mainly container carriers, that dominate the nation's shipping fleet, have gone belly-up in the past year. And with charter rates still heading south and... EU to Help Fund $3.3 Million Swedish Infrastructure Project The European Union will co-finance more than €2.5 million (about US$3.3 million) from the TEN-T Programme to improve the maritime infrastructure in Lake Mälaren in Sweden to accommodate larger vessels. The project aims to increase the role of maritime transport in the area, foster intermodality and relieve congestion on road and...

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FEBRUARY 28, 2013
Brazilian ports await March reform After a six-hour protest strike by 30,000 Brazilian port workers on Friday - that left a backlog of an estimated 50 general and containerships to service - ports ... G6 Alliance deny reports that it plans to speed up EUM service G6 Alliance member Hapag-Lloyd has moved to deny reports that the alliance has bucked the recent trend for slow steaming by speeding up one of its Asia-Mediterranean ... Kaliningrad the 'crossroads' between Europe and Russia No more than 600km separates the Kaliningrad Sea Canal at Baltiysk, the westernmost point of the Russian Federation, from the capitals and ports of Poland, Germany, ... PIL launches new Africa-Middle East Service Singapore-based Pacific International Lines will launch a new service covering the Africa-Middle East trade in March.The Africa Middle East 2 Service (AM2), which ... SCCT back to normal for now The Suez Canal Container Terminal appears to have worked without restriction this week after a non-violent disobedience group shuttered the APM Terminals facility ... OOCL announces eastbound transatlantic rate hike OOCL has unveiled plans to hike rates on the eastbound transatlantic trade, following the announcement in January of plans to increase rates in the westbound direction.The ...

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FEBRUARY 28, 2013
Vitol storms US Gulf Vitol is getting ready to take a bigger bite out of the marine fuel market with the launch of a new operation that is targeting the US Gulf. Cleartrade courts investors Cleartrade Exchange has invited outside investors to participate in a share offering aimed at raising the capital it needs to accelerate the pace of an international growth campaign. Seadrill on the up Seadrill turned a profit in the fourth quarter but the results fell short of Wall Street forecasts. Thanks, Partners Golar LNG Partners' fourth quarter report has revealed two developments which will aid its parent. Latvian cuts losses Latvian Shipping Company (LSC) has reduced its annual loss as rates improved. Trafigura eyes LNG Sale-and-purchase brokers were reeling Thursday following reports that Trafigura is on the lookout for LNG carriers. Scorpio still hungry The latest batch of orders for six products carriers from Scorpio Tankers is unlikely to sate the company's appetite for expansion. Merle still stuck A Turkish cargoship aground on a Portuguese beach for more than a month has not been abandoned by its owner. Fiori in order tease D'Amico International Shipping will soon place its fourth newbuilding order since the summer of 2012, its CEO hints. "No decision" on move No decision has been made as regards moving the management companies of John Fredriksen's shipping activities from Norway. Courage in the red A fourth quarter and full year loss is reported by Hong Kong based bulk carrier owner Courage Marine. Grimaldi steps in Italy's Grimaldi Group is backing a new share issue to boost ro-ro operation Finnlines. DIS cracks red run D'Amico International Shipping has snapped a four-year losing streak to return to the black in the fourth quarter. Antigone towed away A general cargoship caught up in a wages row has ended its 11-month stay in a French port. Alaska reprieve for OSG OSG and BP have struck a deal which means its Alaska Tanker venture will not be scrapped just yet. Rem banks $61m Norway's Rem Offshore has completed a bond issue worth NOK 350m ($61.26m) that it announced only yesterday. Less tonic for JIN bosses Jinhui Shipping & Transportation returned to the black in the fourth quarter amid signs of austerity at the bulker owner. Wilson back in the red A tough fourth quarter that accounted for most of the bottom line loss incurred through the year is reported by Bergen based Wilson ASA. Hindu hitch for India? India is pressing ahead with controversial plans to build a deep water shipping lane to Sri Lanka straight through the Adam's Bridge coral chain, regarded as sacred by Hindus. A first for Cargill Cargill has used a first electronic bill of lading (eB/L) for a dry bulk grain shipment in a move that is expected to see the commodity trading group expand its use to various agricultural trades around the Atlantic Basin. Seacor slips into the red Lower than expected revenue and asset sales led Seacor to a loss in the fourth quarter. Alberni up for sale Canada's Nanaimo Shipyard is looking to sell its Alberni Engineering unit as part of its efforts to avoid bankruptcy. DOF turns it on Norwegian offshore group DOF has bounced back into profit as revenue rose in 2012. Spot bothers Siem A weak spot market has dented fourth quarter returns at Siem Offshore. JSA joins canal row The Japanese Shipowners' Association (JSA) has added its voice to protests over the planned Suez Canal toll hikes. PB remains in red Losses on its ill-timed ro-ro investment continue to plague Pacific Basin Shipping's balance sheet. DFDS declines Danish ro-ro group DFDS has posted a lower 2012 profit as its markets were hit by recessions in Europe. Pac Basin's buying blitz Pacific Basin Shipping has been quietly blazing an acquisition trail over the past five months, the owner revealed this morning. Nexus heads for exit Nexus Floating Production looks set to be liquidated after an FPSO newbuilding in South Korea was cancelled. Korea's cash plea The Korea Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) has pleaded with the government to boost financial support for shipyards in the slump. Collision kills crewman One man has been killed in a clash between two cargoships off China. Ezion at it again Ezion Holdings good fortune seems to show no sign of stopping after the company picked up its second contract in as many weeks. Profits build at PACD Pacific Drilling has seen profits increase by over 40% on a year ago as its drillship newbuildings enter operation. Aegean profits halved Aegean Marine Petroleum has seen fourth quarter profits drop by almost 50% on a slight fall in revenues. Scorpio set to order Scorpio Tankers is not waiting long to start using its new $300m of financial firepower. Keppel wins jack-up deal Keppel has won an order for a jack-up drilling rig in a deal that takes its recent contract haul to almost $500m.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2013
ILA, USMX allow more time to reach local agreements The extended deadline will coincide with the wage scale meetings planned by the union for the week of March 11 where union delegates will consider a tentative six-year master contract agreement reached by USMX and the ILA on Feb. 1. XPO acquires Covered Logistics "Don't count on us doing one every two weeks," Chief Executive Officer Brad Jacobs told American Shipper in an interview. "We'll do at least three more acquisitions this year. We're looking at acquisitions of all different sizes." Maersk drops U.S. West Coast Oceania string The carrier said it "remains committed to serving the trade. We will replace the 'PSW' service with use of our existing reliable Pacific network, connecting with Oceania through our transshipment hubs in Asia." ATA says FMCSA costing industry $320 million According to the American Trucking Associations, it will cost $320 million to prepare the industry for the impending hours of service rule change, and if a current court challenge is upheld, that money will be spent in vain. Revenue up, volume down at IAG Cargo Full-steam ahead at Norbert Dentressangle Sequester update: Impacts on CBP and DOT First rock removal work on Mississippi River finished Executive moves

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FEBRUARY 28, 2013
Petrobras bunker department undergoes reshuffle Company announces a number of internal changes. CIMC to adopt fast oil recovery system CIMC will equip six of its container ships with fast oil recovery systems. Hong Kong considering lower voluntary sulphur limits Comments being sought on plans to tighten 'at berth' sulphur limit to 0.1%. Chemoil's Helios sale boosts results Singapore-listed bunker company sees annual profits jump. MGO prices unchanged for second day in Fujairah Tight avails reported in Fujairah. Prices in Europe fall for third consecutive day Bunkering interrupted at Gibraltar. Shipping fund denies breaking sanctions Ship-to-ship transfer claimed to be used as loading method. Vitol-backed supplier enters US market Newly formed V-Marine Fuels to start operations in Houston, Texas City and Galveston. Gibraltar: Bunkering interrupted Bad weather causes queues to lengthen at bunkering port. Fuel oil stocks at 12-week high Arbitrage into East Asia expected to remain high. Norwegian shipowner orders LNG-fuelled fish feed transporters The vessels will have an advanced LNG-gas-electric propulsion system which promises fuel savings. Smaller stems allow ship operators to 'max out on cargo' Firmer freight rates could be boosting Panama's bunker sales. Grindrod 2012 profits up 54% year-on-year Firm achieved a 35% increase in earnings for its marine fuels business. Bunker prices in Asia soften Singapore's price of benchmark 380 cSt bunker fuel dropped $6 to average at $633 pmt. Brightoil 'to restart' Houston operations Bunker player is looking to expand in 2013. Crew arrested in Malaysia for allegedly smuggling bunkers Ship was stopped following report of theft of 70,000 mt of fuel. Two more charged in Malta corruption case Former financial controller and ex-oil procurement committee member of Enemalta deny charges. Seacor falls to loss in Q4 Firm's operating results for harbour towing and bunkering were $4 million higher in Q4 2012, it says. Brightoil sinks into the red But company aims to expand into 'top tier bunker ports' in 2011. Bourbon receives third fuel efficient vessel Its seven diesel-electric generators provide intelligent and improved energy management.

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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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