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BRIEFS
August 1, 2013
Sched Netweb site
  • Hapag-Lloyd hikes transpacific rate US$400 - $600/FEU September 1
  • Hutchison Port Trust profit off 25.9pc to US$54.8 million, sales off 2.6pc
  • CSCL, Zim enhance Asia-Europe service with new calls, adds bigger ships
  • 'K' Line back in black, suffers slow US recovery, EU slump continues
  • NYK back in black, suffers slow US recovery, EU slump darkens prospects
  • China H1 cargo up 9.6pc to 20.8 billion tonnes, but 2pc off 2012 H1 growth
  • Ships warned to avoid construction works at Hong Kong's Tseung Kwan O
  • Sinolines takes delivery of first of two 1,100 TEUers by Sinotrans yard
  • Costamare jointly acquires 3 box ships with York Capital Management
  • Slot buyer MCC Transport to add ship to CMA CGM Straits-Myanmar loop
  • Maersk shares slots with Cosco, ANL on joint China-Australia service
  • Dorset harbour seeks bids to build US$1.53 million shiprepair yard
  • Puerto Rico launches bill to ease US-built ship Jones Act provision
  • World air cargo market grew 1.2pc in June, Asia Pacific down 1.8pc
  • Norfolk Virginia airport wonders why air freight fell 28pc in June
  • Northern China's Shijiazhuang city offers air cargo flights to Incheon

Exim Indiaweb site
JULY 31, 2013
  • DP World Nhava Sheva wins Golden Peacock Award for "Eco Innovation" in India
  • Gujarat Pipavav Port net profit up 124 pc in April-June quarter
  • Kandla Port outlines plans for mega box terminal at Tuna-Tekra
  • New tariff guidelines for Major Ports announced
  • Shenzhen projected to emerge as world s third largest container port
  • Railways expects INR 1 lakh cr. investment in PPP projects
  • BHEL bags orders worth 132 cr. from NTPC
  • Centre reduces withholding tax on infra bonds to boost foreign investment in sector
  • CII submits 62 stalled infra projects to fast track panel
  • Moody's reports gloomy India outlook

Marine Logweb site
JULY 31, 2013
  • UANI turns its attention to Italy's Ignazio Messina
  • Seadrill orders two more jack-ups at Chinese yard
  • Gibdock completes drydocking contract for Technip
  • Wärtsilä hosts maritime academy cadets in Trieste
  • SEACOR results back in black
  • Tognum expands South Carolina MTU R&D center
  • Ministry: Polish shipbuilding can be profitable
  • ABS releases new guidance on offshore structures
  • Signet Maritime takes delivery of ASD tug

World Wide Shipperweb site
JULY 31, 2013
  • Co-lead agencies eye EIS for Cherry Point projects
  • "K" Line adding subsidiary covering RO/RO business
  • Port of Olympia sponsoring micro-brewery showcase event
  • Port of Tacoma taps Stoker as operations center head
  • ZIM Integrated Shipping Services joins Clean Cargo Working Group

Lloyd's Listweb site
JULY 31, 2013
  • First Ship Lease Trust confirms an extension of relaxation of loan covenants
    Singapore-listed shipping trust resumes trading
  • Rongsheng introduces new shareholder via $181m convertible bond issuance
    Yard lands fresh aid to ease financial strain.
  • Capital Product boosts profits in second quarter
    Greece-based owner received $32m for OSG claim pending final court decision
  • D'Amico surfs product tanker boom to land its first profit in four years
    Tonnage sales boost the bottom line as owner places timely medium range orders
  • Illegal bunkering exposes ships to hijacking risk
    Ship operators beware unsolicited West Africa emails
  • Tight-lipped Top Ships sails back into profit
    Pistiolis pledges to look forwards after a long, hard recovery drive
  • 'Pyrrhic victory' for courts as 14 Dr Peters KGs declared insolvent
    Company claims legal rulings prevent orderly liquidation
  • Costamare adds $50m to warchest
    Greece-based owner amasses cash for acquisitions and investments
  • Congestion hits Big Apple's terminals
    Labour and construction problems bring bottlenecks to New York and New Jersey
  • Transpacific headhaul box rates gain 10%
    Shippers pay more as peak-season surcharges kick in
  • Beijing axes some shipping administration fees
    China aims to reform government structure and ease burden of payments
  • STX Offshore & Shipbuilding receives $1.9bn lifeline funding
    Creditors agree a 'normalisation of management plan'
  • Sumitomo Heavy Industries reports $10m shipbuilding operating loss
    Sales drop as orders remain sluggish
  • Japan bounces back
    Diversification is paying off for Japan's three major shipping lines
  • Chinese slowdown means no peak season for north range box ports
    Global Port Tracker sees growth concentrated in the Mediterranean
  • DP World reports falling first-half box volumes
    The slump is concentrated in Europe, the Middle East and Africa
  • Shipbuilding units boost Japan giants
    Industrial conglomerates soldier on after failed merger talks
  • MHI shipbuilding unit returns to profit
    Weaker yen and stronger margins boost Japanese yard
  • NYK makes stronger first-quarter showing
    Japanese owner raises profit expectation for 2013 to $307m
  • K Line reports $70m profits
    Group doubles dry bulk income but container business breaks even
  • MOL reports $147m first-quarter net income
    Dry bulk and tanker performance improves but boxships are still in the red

Fairplayweb site
JULY 31, 2013
  • Genco losses surge
    PETER Georgiopoulos-chaired Genco today reported much higher quarterly losses as drybulk spot rates continued to plummet
  • NCL sponsors cashing in
    APOLLO, Genting HK and TPG are selling part of their NCL stakes after the cruise line's highly successful IPO and subsequent share appreciation
  • Costamare pricing succeeds
    NYSE-listed Costamare has succeeded in pricing its public offering of perpetual preferred shares
  • Teekay LNG raises $40M via private buyer
    PETER Evensen-led Teekay LNG has raised $40M via a private placement to finance two recent newbuilding orders
  • FMC backs ship sharing
    VESSEL sharing agreements have gained recognition in the US as the key to ensuring box competition
  • Novatek buy to boost LNG from Ust-Luga
    NOVATEK, the independent Russian gas producer, has bought a Polish supplier of LPG with the aim of increasing gas cargoes from Ust-Luga's port
  • Scorpio prices yet another follow-on
    NYSE-listed Scorpio Tankers today priced the latest in a long string of share offerings, raising cash for acquisitions
  • CPP books OSG claim gain
    NASDAQ-listed Capital Product Partners today posted improved results following its box-sector entry and new details on its OSG claim sale
  • ECSA urges Gulf of Guinea EU piracy patrols
    EUROPE'S shipowners today urged the EU to set up an anti-piracy force off West Africa
  • Turnaround hailed by Luxembourg's d'Amico
    MILAN-listed d'Amico International has reported a strong recovery in 2Q13 and 1H13 interims and said its outlook remains encouraging
  • Dorian shares placed on Oslo's OTC list
    SHARES in Dorian LPG of Greece have been admitted for trading on the Oslo Stock Exchange's over-the-counter list, after completion of an IPO by the company
  • IKK profits rocket 4,850%
    JAPANESE carrier Iino Kaiun Kaisha said today net profits for the 2013 fiscal year's first quarter were ¥2.18Bn ($22.3M), a 4,850% increase from the '44M year on year
  • MPP tonnage auctioned
    VESSEL financier Unicredit has auctioned a batch of small multipurpose and general cargo vessels that it had seized in Rotterdam
  • STX O&S signs restructuring MoU with banks
    STX Offshore & Shipbuilding said today that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with creditor banks
  • China vehicle exports rise to South America
    CHINA's vehicle exports to South American countries soared in 1H13, with the exports to Chile, Colombia and Brazil up 58%, 86% and 94% year on year, respectively

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JULY 31, 2013
  • Japan Airlines' Profit Nosedives
    Japan Airlines Corp. (JAL) said on July 31 that its net profit tumbled 31.9 percent in the first quarter of fiscal 2013, which started on April 1, from a year earlier, to 18.337 billion yen ($187.11 million) on a consolidated basis. JAL's group revenue from overall operations rose 2.6 percent in...
  • Growth of Japanese Imports Accelerates
    Japan's imports and exports through June 2013; year-over-year change Full-size image The value of Japan's imports increased 11.8 percent year-over-year June 2013, according to Japan's Ministry of Finance. This was the highest growth rate in four months; import value has increased for the past eight consecutive months. Japanese imports were valued at 6.243...
  • Forward Air to Open Distribution Facility at Port San Antonio
    Forward Air Solutions is preparing to occupy an 89,600-square-foot distribution facility at Port San Antonio's industrial airport, Kelly Field, later this year. The facility at the Texas airport, which can be accessed by truck and cargo aircraft, allows Forward Air Solutions, the Tennessee-based logistics subsidiary of Forward Air Corp., to store...
  • Nick Hannigan Promoted to Vice President, Corporate Development, at Echo Global Logistics
    CHICAGO, IL -- (Marketwired) -- 07/31/13 -- Echo Global Logistics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ECHO), a leading provider of technology-enabled transportation and supply chain management services, announced today the promotion of Nick Hannigan to the role of Vice President, Corporate Development. In his new role, Mr. Hannigan will work closely with the executive team to develop and execute strategic acquisitions and...
  • 'Month of Troubles' for Oakland Harbor Truckers
    Port of Oakland executives are stepping up their efforts to reduce the congestion at marine terminals that has made life miserable for harbor truckers during much of July. "We are working closely with the terminals to improve cargo flow," said Jean Banker, the port's deputy executive director. Banker stated bluntly that...
  • Grupo TMM Posts Net Loss for Second Quarter
    Grupo TMM reported a net loss of 235.1 million Mexican pesos (about US$18.3 million) in the second quarter of 2013, compared with a net loss of 218.4 million pesos in the second quarter of 2012. In the first six months of 2013, the Mexican intermodal transportation and logistics company reported a...
  • BestTransport Names Dolan President, CEO
    Mike Dolan, BestTransport's new president and CEO.BestTransport has appointed Mike Dolan as president and CEO. Dolan, the former chief operating officer at Kewill, will be responsible for the development, positioning and ultimate success of the cloud-based transportation management solutions provider. In addition to his role at Kewill, where he was responsible for...
  • CAI International Reports Record Quarterly Revenue
    CAI International reported its profit in the second quarter of 2013 was $16.9 million, increasing 12 percent from $15.1 million in the second quarter of 2012. Total revenue for the intermodal freight container lessor in the second quarter was a record $53.0 million, jumping 33 percent from $38.7 million in the...
  • Austrian Post Completes Acquisition of 25 Percent Stake in Aras Kargo
    Austrian Post has completed the acquisition of a 25 percent share in Aras Kargo, a Turkish parcel service provider, following anti-trust approval. Twenty percent of the shares were purchased from the publicly traded Turkish private equity company Is Private Equity, and a 5 percent stake was purchased from the Aras family,...
  • MOL Swings to Black
    MOL PrestigeMitsui O.S.K. Lines reported its net income in the first quarter of fiscal year 2013, ending June 30, 2013, was 14.5 million Japanese yen (about US$147.5 million), compared with a net loss of 5.0 million yen in the first quarter of fiscal year 2012, which ended June 30, 2012. Quarterly...
  • THUD Amendment Targets New Driver Hours of Service Rules
    The latest changes to the truck driver hours of service rules are being challenged by a congressman from New York. Rep. Richard Hanna, a Republican who represents the mid-state 22nd district, is expected to introduce an amendment to the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development bill that would block changes to...
  • Building the Business Case for Trade Compliance Automation
    While many organizations see trade compliance as a cost of doing business, automating compliance can actually result in a potential source of revenue. In fact, companies that automated their trade compliance program can realize productivity savings of up to 90%. Amber Road's white paper, The ROI of Automating Trade Compliance,...
  • First Hungarian Terminal Joins InlandLinks
    Budapest Intermodal Logistics Center Kombiterminál, an intermodal logistics center in Hungary, has joined InlandLinks, representing the first Hungarian terminal to join the online network. InlandLinks is a platform for container terminals in the hinterland, offering intermodal services to and from the Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands. The network now comprises...
  • Drewry Trans-Pacific Benchmark Rate Rises $200
    Drewry Container Rate Benchmark, July 31, 2013 Full-size image Average eastbound spot rates on the trans-Pacific soared $200 per 40-foot-equivalent unit this week, one day ahead of a planned August 1 rate increase. This indicates carriers have achieved approximately half of the peak-season surcharge of $400 per FEU proposed by the Transpacific...
  • Bader: Truckers Not Culprits in NY-NJ Delays
    This summer's delays at the Port of New York and New Jersey have resulted from labor shortages and low productivity at container terminals, not from a shortage of trucking capacity, a leader in the port drayage community said. Jeff Bader, president of the Association of Bi-State Motor Carriers and of Golden...
  • 'K' Line's Profit, Revenue Rose in Second Quarter
    "K" Line reported its profit in the first quarter of fiscal year 2013, ending June 30, 2013, was 6.9 million Japanese yen (about US$70.8 million), up from a net loss of 674 million yen in the first quarter of fiscal year 2012, ending June 30, 2012. Revenue in the first quarter...
  • Experts See Peak Season as More of a 'Bump'
    The peak shipping season this fall should be uneventful, with only a modest increase in cargo volume, a temporary spike in freight rates and no real shortages of transportation capacity or equipment to disrupt the supply chain, according to industry experts who spoke at a Journal of Commerce webcast Tuesday. In...

TradeWindsweb site
JULY 31, 2013
  • ISC gains ground
    International Shipholding Corp (ISC) has reported improved net income in the second quarter but has seen dry-bulk prospects pull back its operational earnings outlook.
  • Genco losses balloon
    Peter Georgiopoulos-led Genco Shipping & Trading reported sharply higher losses in the second quarter but the deficit was only slightly bigger than expected on Wall Street.
  • Dorian LPG seals listing
    Dorian LPG has completed its over-the-counter listing in Oslo after wrapping up a private placement in which it raised roughly $168m.
  • All eyes on Ardmore
    All eyes were on Ardmore Shipping Wednesday as the Irish product and chemical tanker operator closed in on a New York listing.
  • Exmar LPG goes all in
    A joint venture between Exmar and Teekay LNG Partners has firmed up an order to construct another pair of midsized gas carriers.
  • Gard v Sinochart
  • Capesize cheerleader
    ICAP has flipped the script on the capesize market suggesting it is now in a win-win position.
  • Rongsheng goes for more
    Cash-strapped China Rongsheng Heavy Industries is raising close to $180m from the sale of convertible bonds.
  • Fesco falters
    Slimmed-down Russian container line Fesco has posted a substantial drop in earnings for the first six months.
  • Fiori: "no resales"
    d'Amico International Shipping is looking to sell its oldest ship but it will not be parted with any of its eco newbuildings despite hefty price climbs since the deals were placed, its CEO says.
  • OSG cash boosts Capital
    Evangelos Marinakis-backed Capital Product Partners has turned in a hugely improved profit for the first half, lifted by selling a claim against bankrupt OSG.
  • SCI dumps AHTS
    Shipping Corp of India has confirmed the sale of an ageing offshore support vessel.
  • STX gets $2bn lifeline
    Creditors of STX Offshore & Shipbuilding have finalised a deal to pump fresh liquidity into the troubled Korean outfit.
  • Strike three for DIS
    d'Amico International has posted its third successive quarterly gain to help it to a profitable opening half for the first time since 2009.
  • Global Carriers slumps
    Global Carriers of Malaysia dived to a loss in the second quarter as revenue collapsed.
  • Seaway owes $12m
    Bankrupt Canadian shipyard Seaway Marine and Industrial owes more than CAD 12m ($11.65m).
  • Tankerska slides to loss
    Croatian shipowner Tankerska Plovidba has fallen to a loss in the first half as revenue declined.
  • Sanoyas lowers sights
    Sanoyas Holdings has trimmed its full year profit forecast after seeing its bottom line come down in the first quarter.
  • Azuma earnings chopped
    Azuma Shipping has seen profit slashed by over a quarter in the first leg of the fiscal year.
  • Cruise control scrapped
    Taiwan is to allow international cruiseships to sail directly to China from next year.
  • Meiji profit jumps
    Japan's Meiji Shipping has reported soaring income in the first quarter of the year.
  • DP volumes dip
    Dubai ports group DP World has posted a 5.8% drop in cargo volumes in the first half.
  • Scorpio's strike decoded
    Scorpio Tankers' latest trip to the capital markets has laid the groundwork for hoovering of its VLGC options or the addition of an extra 11 product tankers, it is suggested.
  • Bahri offloads another
    Saudi state owner Bahri has sold the last-but-one of its veteran ro-ro cargoships as it renews its fleet.
  • Bulk boost for K Line
    A recovery in dry cargo rates has helped K Line back to profit in the first quarter and spurred hope for a stronger full year showing.
  • Pipavav heads for London
    Indian shipbuilder Pipavav Defence and Offshore Engineering is planning a London IPO to raise $150m.
  • Kenya jails pirates
    Nine Somali pirates have been jailed for five years for an attack on the German boxship Courier in 2009.
  • MHI ekes out a profit
    Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has managed to squeeze out a small operating profit at its shipbuilding division.
  • NYK returns to profit
    Fleet-wide slow-steaming, lower bunker prices and the stronger yen all combined to enable NYK to make a profitable start to fiscal 2013.
  • MOL turns it around
    Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has returned to profit in the first quarter helped by an improvement at its bulker and tanker division.
  • TGP seals fresh $40m
    Teekay LNG Partners has raised $40m to go towards two recently ordered LNG carrier newbuildings.
  • Helix doubles up
    Helix Energy Solutions Group is pushing ahead with plans to order a second semisubmersible well intervention vessel newbuilding.
  • Bugbee stings Ardmore
    The battle for investor attention, affection and - most important - dollars between established products-carrier owner Scorpio Tankers and debutante Ardmore Shipping has just gone nuclear, and it's Robert Bugbee who dropped the bomb.
  • Seacor marches upward
    Seacor Holdings saw its second quarter profits jump by 71.3% as offshore vessel earnings surged.

American Shipperweb site
JULY 31, 2013
  • U.S. Export-Import Bank pleads case
    If support by the government for the U.S. Export-Import Bank isn't a priority, these opportunities will be left to the United States' competition, warned Fred P. Hochberg, the bank's chairman and president on Tuesday.
  • Everett keeps Boeing 777 parts floating in
    The port received a $1.5 million grant from Washington state to help complete the second phase of its roll-on/roll-off cargo facility, a dock-strengthening project which will allow it to accommodate the world's biggest ro-ro ships.
  • Metro Ports handles wood pellets at Prince Rupert
  • Vans save Sheetz restaurants on gas
  • DSC Logistics to open Calif. warehouse
  • Hapag-Lloyd tells customers to avoid NY port due to congestion
    "We continue to work diligently with all marine terminals, rail service providers, partner lines, port authority, however, we do not expect normal service to be restored until approximately middle of September 2013," the carrier said.
  • Big 3 Japanese carriers report profitable quarters
    The three major Japanese shipping companies released profitable first quarters for the period ending June 30, compared to losses in the same period last year. All three ocean carriers have fiscal years that begin April 1.
  • ABF extends voting deadline for contract supplements
  • 2Q loss for XPO, but huge revenue growth
  • Zim joins Clean Cargo Working Group
  • Cargolux starts 747-8 service to Ho Chi Minh City
  • Premier powers Ohio facility with solar
  • Obama tax compromise for infrastructure risks roadblocks
  • Kewill vet joins cloud TMS BestTransport

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JULY 31, 2013
  • Crude oil climbs, heading for biggest monthly gain since 2012
    Prices rallied on news of an increasing US GDP and inventories at a major hub dropping to a 15-month low.
  • Fujairah prices stay on mixed trend
    Avails good in Durban.
  • Prices soft in Rotterdam
    Strong demand seen in Gibraltar.
  • New player in US Gulf
    Experienced staff behind new outfit.
  • Ex-head of state oil company attacks fuel oil quality
    Former MD of Pakistan State Oil Company says importers are operating 'cartel'.
  • MOL returns to profit in first quarter
    Softer bunker prices lift earnings.
  • Brightoil storage contract expires in August
    Sources say China Aviation Oil will takeover Singapore lease.
  • EPA begins ECA checks on US suppliers
    A handful of ports and suppliers targeted and subjected to first ever LSFO product tests.
  • 'Gateway port' has little time to exploit LS bunker potential
    Stornoway must act before 2020.
  • Asian bunker prices resume stable trade
    But price movements lacked clear direction.
  • Japanese carrier drops fuel consumption, boosts profits
    Slow-steaming in place across fleet.
  • Seacor posts higher quarterly profits
    Operating results for firm's harbour towing and bunkering divisions higher in Q2 2013.
  • Gazpromneft move 'key' development for Romania
    Gazpromneft has become one of the largest operators in the port of Constantza.
  • Seaspan H1 profit quadruples
    Company sees positive impact from larger, more fuel-efficient newbuildings, and orders more.
  • Hambantota to offer LNG bunkering services
    As part of 'Vision2020' strategic plan of Sri Lanka, says SLPA Chairman.
  • Deltamarin design for Wallenius newbuilds
    Two vessel contract carries option for two more.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
SAILING LIST
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Arrival ports by:
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- country
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Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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