BRIEFS

testata inforMARE

26 October 2025 - Year XXIX

Independent journal on economy and transport policy

01:27 GMT+2

BRIEFS

September 2, 2013

	web site

OOCL increases Europe-to-Asia rate US$200/TEU, $300/FEU from October 1 OOCL Thamesport-Southampton switch brings new ships to GAX, GMX, PAX UASC orders 14,000- 18,000-TEUers from Hyundai Heavy for US$2 million Guangdong aims at a high-speed rail covering all its cities by 2020 China's logistics business value climbs 9.3pc in first seven months Grand Alliance GAX loop puts in at Port Everglades after cutting Miami China, Mongolia and Russia sign deal on cross-border rail enterprise Mexico strives to boost trade ties with Asia, especially China OOCL hikes south Asia-Oz rate US$250/TEU, $500/FEU on October 1 Thai exports slide 1.48pc, prompting slashed growth projections DHL expands Indonesia, launchings operations in Manado and Palembang Global Logistics Properties leases 32,000sq metres to Yunda in Suzhou Mexican factory July exports up 0.03pc as consumer imports decline 1.69pc Russia's Global Container Services brings Asian CKD autos to Black Sea Hellmann Worldwide Logistics joins UK Pallets for Euro distribution Qantas back in black as profit doubles and international losses fall Brazil regulator fines AA and Alitalia US$127 million for price-fixing National Air Cargo accepts US$1 million incentive, leaves NY for Orlando IAG Cargo opens 5 temp control stations 5 Latin American countries Hong Kong Awards for eco-excellence bestows Wastewi$e Label on AAT

	web site
AUGUST 30, 2013
Antwerp Port President Marc Van Peel to be Chief Guest at MALA 2013 CMA CGM net profit up in second quarter Committee against MoS proposal to hand over profitable waterways to pvt. firms Ghost bookings, cargo no-shows remain problems for carriers IMO Secretary-General welcomes entry into force of Maritime Labour Convention Keel Logistics makes 'light work' of very heavy cargo movement Lending to shipping sector seen turning the corner Guar gum exports on the rise Wheat exports may top 1 mt on record plunge in INR Maharashtra Chief Secretary participates in infrastructure augmentation meeting at JN Port Major Ports to add 220 mt capacity through 43 projects Seminar on social responsibility organised at Mundra Port Currency swap arrangements may help : Sharma Forex reserves plunge by $ 1.085 bn to $ 277.72 bn Gold import tariff value hiked to $461/10 gm INR recovers in last two days to end week at 65.71 MACCIA's FTP seminar on Sept. 3 GPLN member handles cable drums Kübler Spedition crosses city with very high oil rig components Port of Virginia achieves new break-bulk high US-based Albacor Shipping goes pink with heavy transformer

	web site

Eco-tax in France from 1 October Truck tolls in Latvia too Indian railways to use more unconventional fuel DSV acquires SBS Worldwide Holdings Ltd Norwegian Air Shuttle to start Oslo Dreamliner operation DB Schenker receives key to new headquarters TNT Express reorganising senior management DP World Manila orders Liebherr equipment JAL changes cargo surcharge High-speed trains - boom over the zenith C.H. Robinson Worldwide completes Apreo acquisition CEO of Swissport Geneva appointed Bessere Bedingungen an Bord Cameroon Airlines Corporation adds Abidjan flights Zim posts loss in second quarter From Arvato to DHL

	web site
AUGUST 30, 2013
Everett port board to vote on Mukilteo Tank Farm nod Fire breaks out onboard Maersk Line container ship Seattle artist's work on display at Portland International Airport Oregon, Washinton governors announce Columbia Crossing deal U.S. rail freight traffic rolls to positive side for week

	web site
AUGUST 30, 2013
Exmar to build FLNG near Kitimat in BC BELGIAN gas carrier operator Exmar has signed a deal with Houston's LNG Partners to build and operate a FLNG plant in British Columbia. Under Exmar's letter of intent, the floating production, liquefaction and storage unit would be built near ... Ningbo Marine sharply cuts losses in 1H Seoul ups offshore aid by up to $45Bn CSSC gains $16.22Bn credit line Japan's imports of Iranian crude rebound Tanjung Offshore reverses to profits JES signs loan deal Capesize correction seen Asian Panamaxes strengthen

	web site
AUGUST 30, 2013
How will the "Trucking Renaissance" Impact Shippers? JOC Senior Editor Bill Cassidy discusses the trucking industry's increased focus on sustainable profitability, tightening of capacity and other factors contributing to a trucking renaissance. Bill Cassidy will expand his coverage of this topic on a panel at the upcoming Inland Distribution Conference. For more information or to register, click here.... ILWU Pulls Out of AFL-CIO Fed up with a perceived lack of support from the AFL-CIO during its many recent jurisdictional disputes, one of the organization's most powerful members, the International Longshore and Warehouse Union, is pulling out of the umbrella labor organization. "It is with regret but resolve that we have come to the point... ILWU to Appeal Decision on Portland Reefer Container Jobs The International Longshore and Warehouse Union will take to a federal appellate court its jurisdictional battle over the handling of refrigerated containers at the Port of Portland, the ILWU stated in a press release. The union was responding to a decision Aug. 28 by a National Labor Relations Board administrative law... CEVA Opens Miami Health Care Cold Chain Hub CEVA Logistics has opened a new health care cold chain hub in Miami, Fla., in part to serve the Latin American market. The supply chain management company said it has opened a Good Distribution Practice-compliant and FDA-approved warehouse for the storage, merge-in-transit and repacking of health care products, including pharmaceutical and... CSCL Narrows Loss Slightly on Increased Revenue China Shipping Container Lines' loss shrank 1.8 percent year-over-year, to RMB 1.3 billion (approximately US$205.6 million), in the first half of 2013. The shipping company's revenues rose 3.5 percent compared with the same period last year, to RMB 15.9 billion, according to its newly released interim results. CSCL's volume was down 1.6... ILA, USMX Rescind Sept. 16 Chassis Warning The International Longshoremen's Association said it has dropped plans for mid-September enforcement of a contract provision allowing the union to refuse to handle chassis pool equipment that is maintained or repaired in port areas by non-ILA workers. The ILA and United State Maritime Alliance had warned in an Aug. 6 letter... New Reefer Rail Service Highlights Growing Niche A rendering of McKay TransCold's refrigerated boxcar service that launches early next year.That BNSF Railway refrigerated boxcar trains will begin hauling eggs next year is just another sign of just how far reefer train service has come and the awaiting potential. Come first quarter 2014, McKay TransCold will launch two weekly... Truck Driving: Still a Dangerous Job [Infographic] Truck driving is the eighth most dangerous occupation in the U.S., based on fatality rates per 100,000 workers. Truck drivers had a 22.1 fatality rate in 2012, according to preliminary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That compares with workplace fatality rates of 127.9 for lumberjacks, 117 for fishers and 53.4... Port Holes The summer of discontent rocking the ports of Oakland and New York-New Jersey shines a bright light on the fragility of marine terminals in an era of big ships, automation, worker protests and environmental pressures. The embarrassing events also highlight the key role container terminals play in the nation's supply... With 3PD, XPO Goes Extra Mile The acquisition of 3PD Holding by XPO Logistics seems a detour from the fast-growing logistics company's relentless pursuit of truck freight brokerage business. But XPO Chairman and CEO Bradley S. Jacobs says 3PD, a last-mile delivery logistics operator, not only complements XPO's freight brokerage business but will open new routes... UPDATE: Maersk Kampala Still Fighting Container Fire Maersk Kampala in 2007. Photo by Andrew McAlpine, courtesy Maersk Line.The Maersk Kampala, adrift south of the Suez Canal, for a third day was still fighting a fire that broke out in two containers in the foremost bays on its deck. The fire began at approximately 21:00 on Aug. 28 while... Mega-Ship Trend Accelerates Mega-ships are both bane and opportunity for container lines, reducing per-container costs while simultaneously fueling overcapacity that puts pressure on freight rates. Data released by Clarksons this week show how aggressively container carriers and non-operating owners are pursuing larger tonnage in a race to drive down operating costs to remain competitive.... US Containerized Exports Drop to Two-Year Low U.S. containerized exports through June 2013. Source: PIERS. Full-size image U.S. containerized exports fell 6.1 percent year-over-year in June, to 925,043 20-foot-equivalent units, according to preliminary figures from PIERS, a JOC sister company. This was the lowest volume seen since June 2011 and the first time volume fell below 1 million TEUs... Peak Season Changing for Rail, Truck Carriers Haven't seen much of a peak season on the highways and rails? You're not alone. Growing evidence suggests the freight surge ahead of the holidays is coming more in the spring for trucking and translating to spikes, not a peak, for intermodal rail carriers. This change in the seasonality of peak... Manufacturers Thinking Beyond Environmental Realm Shippers and third-party logistics providers have embraced numerous strategies to reduce emissions and lower costs in an effort to improve supply chain sustainability. These include carbon mapping, mode shifting, collaborative distribution, routing optimization, use of alternative fuels and hybrid vehicles, and recycling and packaging. Yet emissions reduction is only one part...

	web site
AUGUST 30, 2013
Eco uncertainty continues Shipowners that are racing to place orders for "eco" tonnage in response to high fuel prices and low newbuilding costs may be jumping the gun, according to an analyst at Morgan Stanley. Will rate pain persist? VLCCs trading in the spot market are unlikely to see a significant change in freight rates in early September, shipping researchers told clients Friday. Navig8 nails listing Navig8 Product Tankers has raised a huge $170m ahead of a listing on Oslo's red hot over the counter market after its shares proved way more popular than even the company expected. Solvang jumps in Q2 Norwegian gas carrier specialist Solvang booked a huge rise in net earnings in the second quarter. The 'seahorse' whisperer Wall Street legend Wilbur Ross made waves this week when he emerged as one of the architects of an order for a series of ultramax bulkers but many details about the deal are still a mystery. Latvian loses less Latvian Shipping Company (LSC) is still being hampered by write-downs on its tankers, but operating results improved in the first half. Maersk looks for exit Danish giant AP Moller-Maersk is set to sell another asset by cashing in its shareholding in Hoegh Autoliners. NYK sheds VL oldie Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) has reportedly offloaded one of its oldest VLCCs to Thailand's Nathalin Group. Etel crew free Libyan gunmen have left a Ukrainian ro-ro caught up in a dispute over a car cargo. Maersk off the top Maersk Line has vowed to recover its number one reliability rating among boxship owners after falling to third place in the second quarter. Rickmers profit sliced Rickmers Group had its first half earnings chopped by the shipping downturn but still managed to end the period in profit. GSI down on sales Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI) has reported a huge drop in first half earnings off the back of lower newbuilding orders and prices. On Target for order Greece's Target group has returned to the newbuilding arena with a deal for MRs in Korea. HSH loan losses double German lender HSH Nordbank's loan-loss provisions have more than doubled in the first half as a shipping recovery looks to be at least 18 months away. Super Puma ban lifted Pressure on the North Sea offshore vessel spot market began to ease today after a temporary ban on helicopters was lifted following a crash last week. Box split findings delayed ClassNK will take longer than expected to deliver the findings of its investigation into the sinking of the boxship MOL Comfort. SCF profit bashed again Russian owner Sovcomflot has posted another big drop in profit for 2013, but next year could see the start of a recovery. Ocean Marine steps up Nigeria's Ocean Marine Tankers will be granted national carrier status by the government after snapping up two KOTC tankers. HMM ditches bond plan Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) has scrapped plans to sell convertible bonds after opting for an equity fundraiser instead. DFDS kills German route Danish ro-ro owner DFDS is stopping its unprofitable service between Germany and Lithuania. Ugland crewman killed A JJ Ugland crewman has been killed in a fall on a bulker. STX yard workers strike Workers at STX Finland's Rauma yard have walked out after a major order was switched to sister plant Turku. Exmar beats out Golar Exmar looks to have beaten off competition from Golar LNG for the Douglas Channel floating liquefaction barge contract. Burning bridges We take a look at what was said in the market over the past week. GPRT interims improve Goldenport Holdings has seen a sizeable improvement in its first half results for 2013 compared to a year ago. JES finalizes funds Chinese shipbuilder JES International Holdings has finalized a vital cash injection from an undisclosed US private investment firm. Hyundai seals UASC deal Hyundai Heavy Industries has finally put pen to paper on a mega containership order from United Arab Shipping Co (UASC). Fire on Maersk boxship A Maersk Line containership is attempting to extinguish a fire on its upper deck just south of the Suez Canal. Basma looks to expand Bumi Armada is looking to further expand its product portfolio and has set its sights on the well services industry. Atwood seals juicy deal Atwood Oceanics (Atwood) of the US has secured a two-year contract extension for one of its jack-up drilling rigs. Collision clogs waterway Authorities in Argentina appear to be struggling to free a feedership that grounded during a collision with a Greek bulker near the mouth of the Parana River nearly five days ago.

	web site
AUGUST 30, 2013
U.S. to consider more rail crude regulations In an emergency session Friday, the U.S. Federal Railroad Administration's Railroad Safety Advisory Committee met to consider additional safety regulations in the wake of the July Quebec train derailment. Texas DOT approves Port Freeport truck corridor "This will make us and our local partners more competitive in the global market place by allowing containers that were moving to Houston to be delivered here with more cargo inside," Port Freeport's CEO Glenn Carlson said. U.S. ag exports forecast to reach $140 billion in 2013 ITC investigates India's policies against U.S. trade L.A. firms fined for illegal ATV imports Cargo thieves don't stop for Labor Day FreightWatch International is expecting increased cargo theft activity over the holdiday weekend, adding that thieves have historically targeted pharmaceuticals and electronics during this time. Commerce secretary says 6.4 million jobs linked to exports Ex-Im Bank's $1.5 billion financing helps Mexico's oil company ILA to vote on local contract in Hampton Roads Hyundai fires back at negative Drewry report Drewry Maritime Equity Research said valuations of the two big South Korean liners indicate they are in poor financial health. However, HMM, part of the giant Hyundai Group, said it was prepared to weather financial adversity. AAR: Crude by rail growing AMI begins service in Miami Old Dominion cracks Fortune's fastest-growing list Executive moves Chassis threat rescinded

	web site
AUGUST 30, 2013
Weekly global market report A weekly price round up from bunkering hubs around the world. Americas fuel prices end week on lower note Demand was said to be slow in Cartagena on Friday. O.W. Bunker launches offshore West Africa operations Operation will cover Morocco, Mauritania, Senegal and offshore waters down to the Ivory Coast. Spanish government to ban bunkering at sea off Gibraltar Government announces it will change law to ban bunkering at sea in at attempt to protect maritime zones. Statoil extends charter for LNG-fuelled vessel Vessel's dual fuel engines allow it to operate on gas, as well as HFO and MDO. TEN-T recommends LNG bunkering projects for funding TEN-T Call 2012 has selected seven LNG related projects to be recommended for funding. 'Eco' design a competitive advantage, says investor Market should have improved by the time newbuilds are ready. Fujairah bunker prices drop But outlook mixed in South African markets. Prices head down across Europe Piraeus pricing goes against trend. Time running out for Danish ferry operator Company expecting to make full-year loss. Danish port to set up 'world's first' biofuel plant to supply ships Expecting huge demand for sulphur-free fuel made from biomass that it says can be blended with existing marine fuels. NOL set on efficiency gains Company believes there is more to do to save on fuel, after 54% of 2012 savings were bunker-related. Bunker prices dip in Asian trade Improvement in demand noted across most key ports. Reports: Ust-Luga players banned from bunkering vessels Major Russian suppliers seeking to clarify order and requirements for bunkering at the port. O.W. Bunker expansion in India 'an important step' Development a reflection of the firm's commitment towards regional customers, says Managing Director. Irish Continental posts lower profits for H1 2013 Firm has benefited from lower fuel costs, says chairman. Hellenic Petroleum deeper in red Firm noted higher international bunkering sales offset lower coastal marine volumes in H1 2013. COSCO sharply narrows losses on sell-offs Company spent RMB1.47 billion less on bunkers in H1 2013. Studies: LNG best bunker alternative for bulkers Conclusion arrived at by three separate research papers. Western Ferries showcases fuel efficient newbuilds Modern car ferries able to produce lower exhaust gas emissions, says spokesman.

›››File


FROM THE HOME PAGE

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

- Via Raffaele Paolucci 17r/19r - 16129 Genoa - ITALY
phone: +39.010.2462122, fax: +39.010.2516768, e-mail
VAT number: 03532950106
Press Reg.: nr 33/96 Genoa Court
Editor in chief: Bruno Bellio
No part may be reproduced without the express permission of the publisher

	Search on inforMARE			Presentation
	Feed RSS			Advertising spaces
	inforMARE in Pdf
	Mobile