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December 3, 2013
Sched Netweb site
  • AADA hikes China-Oz rate US$400/TEU for dry, reefer from January 7
  • Valles Steamship's Koo takes chair at Hong Kong Shipowners Association
  • Transnet halts Ngqura terminal bids without explanation, vows update later
  • Zhejiang port box volume up year on year, but down month to month
  • Xinjiang Korgas checkpoint opens 'green way' for westbound fruit and veg
  • Chengdu and Guangxi Qinzhou port cooperate on railway construction
  • Russia's Transcontainer profit up 5.4pc to US$174.9 million as sales rise
  • Maersk, MCC Transport fete 20 years of co-operation in Cambodia
  • Port operations at Merek, Indonesia, subject to monsoon berthing rules
  • Jodhpur's Max Shipping InterMax acquires Yangtze heavy lift barges
  • Lufthansa Cargo names second 777F 'Jambo Kenya' to accent Africa
  • Royal Australian Air Force receives Boeing Cargo Compartment Trainer
  • Air cargo executives weigh ups and downs of economic conditions ahead

Exim Indiaweb site
DECEMBER 2, 2013
  • APM Terminals' Brasil Terminal Portuário officially opens in Santos
  • Capt. Avinash Batra elected President of Council of EU Chambers of Commerce in India
  • CaroTrans adds direct New York to St. Petersburg LCL service
  • ITIC warning for ship managers on unsuitable cargoes
  • OOCL vessels meet Clean Shipping Index verification standards
  • Wan Hai Lines introduces Northeast Asia to Vietnam direct service
  • YML, UASC & CSCL merge TP services for winter season
  • Canadian delegation visits Mumbai Port
  • Dabhol LNG terminal gets first cargo in months
  • India to speed up Iranian port project on easing of sanctions
  • JNPT launches CSR projects
  • ...to discuss oil payment mechanism with Iran
  • Agricultural shipments surge, boost overall exports
  • GDP may grow at 5.4 pc in Q2, says Assocham
  • INR rises to near two-week high on heavy dollar selling
  • Permanent licences of 150 tea exporters cancelled for no shipment

International Transport Journalweb site
  • CN plans to invest in rail and wheel flaw detection...
  • TNT Express to axe 400 jobs in Germany
  • Kenya starts construction of new rail line
  • Ethiopian goes to Singapore
  • Geodis Wilson bolsters up industrial projects in Asia
  • Embraer crash in Namibia reawakens safety issue questions
  • Norbert Dentressangle invests in new trailers in UK
  • Switzerland banning alcohol for professional drivers
  • Bolloré wins contract to operate ro-ro terminal in Dakar
  • Ratioform reorganises management
  • Aeroflot posts strong 9 month results
  • JF Hillebrand buys Satellite Logistics
  • Port of Antwerp intensifies collaboration in India

Marine Logweb site
DECEMBER 2, 2013
  • Wanted to go to West Seattle, stole ferry
  • Damen to build 80 m RO-RO ferry for Canada
  • Castrol to launch next generation cylinder oil
  • Knud E. Hansen gets Ro-Pax contract
  • First order for LNG Hybrid Barge
  • Terntank ships first with Wärtsilä dual fuel two stroke
  • Canada arrests "shipbuilding spy"

World Wide Shipperweb site
  • Port of Seattle police officers arrest Victoria Clipper thief
  • FMC schedules summit to cover global regulations
  • Crowley presents scholarships to two Webb Institute students
  • Marcon acts as broker in sale of ISLAND FOX tug
  • NATO counter-piracy vessel rescues crew of stranded dhow

Lloyd's Listweb site
DECEMBER 2, 2013
  • Prokopiou, Tourkolias and Pappas triumph at Greek Shipping Awards
    Lloyd's List winners include Costamare, StealthGas and Small Cyclades Lines
  • Indian subcontinent breakers pause to draw breath
    Demolition sales slow after a spate of high-priced deals
  • DHT orders two VLCC newbuildings
    Orders placed as market prospects strengthen
  • SinoSure vice-president faces corruption probe
    Beijing crackdown on 'serious, undisciplined, illegal behaviour' continues
  • What's next for China's shipping policy?
    Lloyd's List Special Report: Beijing's new leadership may aid and restructure state-owned shipping
  • Chinese yards make gains in the offshore competitive mix
    The country's builders face stiff competition from Singapore and South Korea
  • Getting the oil to China
    How will shipowners benefit if demand grows more than threefold over the next six years?
  • Two China Shipping units see change of command
    Further shuffling of executives in wake of Li Shaode's departure
  • Israel Corp aims to reduce Zim stake to less than 50%
    All stakeholders asked to contribute to the shipping company's debt for equity plan
  • Manufacturers jostle for position in the LNG-fuelled engine market
    Wärtsilä announces first orders for its two-stroke engines for commercial vessels
  • Maersk will benefit more than its partners from P3, says Macquarie
    Increased average vessel size will shave $1bn off Danish carrier's Asia-Europe costs
  • Zim posts $44m loss as talks with creditors drag on
    Delayed results indicate restructuring still some way off
  • Suezmax sale highlights rising crude tanker values
    Values lifted as freight market improves
  • Rolling on the deep
    Despite a weak year, the future for deepsea ro-ro operators has never looked better
  • Russia presses antitrust charges against box lines
    Formal proceedings start after raids earlier this year on major carriers' offices
  • NSC and CCNI book 9,000 teu boxship at Hanjin Heavy Industries
    Tramp owner and Chile-based carrier exercise an option to boost joint deal
  • Awilco LNG takes a chance on the spot market
    Exclusive interview: Oslo gas carrier pursues a different strategy to its rivals
  • Wisdom Marine to sell handysize newbuildings
    Expanding Taiwan owner plans disposals to cash in on firmer prices
  • Cosco appoints new chief financial officer
    Appointment of Tang Runjiang comes after Feng Jinhua resigned

Fairplayweb site
DECEMBER 2, 2013
  • US allows IRISL-tied tanker to be sold
    Sanctions on an Iranian-owned tanker have been lifted so that the vessel can be sold, the US Treasury Department has announced
  • DHT confirms VLCC orders
    DHT Holdings has returned to the newbuild market following its successful private placement, with two VLCC orders and an option for a third
  • Wisdom to sell bulkers
    Taiwanese carrier Wisdom Lines today announced that it intends to sell two bulk carriers for $50M (NT$150M) minimum price
  • Beijing mulls making shipping development a national strategy
    Developing the shipping industry may become a national strategy in 2014, stated an official from Beijing's Ministry of Transport last week
  • CITIC Pacific exports first Australian ore shipment
    Chinese steelmaker CITIC Pacific shipped its first 40,000 tonnes of magnetite iron ore out of the Pilbara on Monday, despite attempts by Australian mining magnate and MP Clive Palmer to shut down operations at the port
  • Zhuhai plans port investment
    Shenzhen-listed Zhuhai Port, a South China port operator, plans to invest 50M yuan ($8M) to set up a shipping unit on China's coastal and river routes
  • GRIs are key to container shipping price fixing investigation
    A decisive factor in the outcome of the European Commission's investigation on possible price fixing in shipping would be whether or not evidence will emerge that container lines have had mutual talks over the levels of general rate increases
  • Yangzijiang Shipbuilding completes internal restructuring
    Yangzijiang Shipbuilding announced some changes to its subsidiaries today, following an internal re-organisation

The Journal of Commerceweb site
DECEMBER 2, 2013
  • MTC Logistics to Expand Reefer Hub at Port of Baltimore
    Seagirt Marine Terminal at the Port of Baltimore.Hoffberger Holdings has plans to expand its distribution center at the Port of Baltimore. The facility is operated by Hoffberger's refrigerated warehousing subsidiary MTC Logistics under its transportation division, MLogistics. It is located at the Chesapeake Commerce Center, adjacent to the Seagirt Marine Terminal. F....
  • FMC's P3 Summit With China, EU Set for Dec. 17
    The Federal Maritime Commission will host European Union and Chinese regulatory officials later this month for a summit on the proposed P3 Network alliance involving the world's three largest container lines. Related P3 Network Coverage P3 Faces a Tough Sell in Europe FMC Keeps 'Open Mind' on P3 P3 Network Takes Shape [Infographic] The...
  • EU Antitrust Probe Challenges Carriers' GRI Announcements
    Container lines currently use a variety of methods to announce general rate increases to the market, but those tactics could become more regulated in the future following the launch of the European Union's antitrust investigation into container lines operating in the Asia-Europe trade. Last week, the European Commission, the EU's executive...
  • State Investment in Infrastructure Seen as Key to ASEAN Growth
    State investment in infrastructure will be critical if Southeast Asia is to realize its full economic potential, according to leading analysts. ASEAN's share of the global economy has risen in recent years, but its average of just 5 percent annual economic growth in the last decade is still "below potential" given...
  • Metro North Train Derailment Delays Freight Shipments
    The derailment of a Metro North commuter train on Dec. 1 in the Bronx, N.Y., could delay freight shipments on the Hudson Line, east of the Hudson River, according to CSX. The suburban New York train derailed yesterday morning about 100 yards north of Metro North's Spuyten Duyvil station, as it was...
  • Zim Swung to Black in Third Quarter
    Zim Integrated Shipping Services returned to the black in the third quarter of 2013, as it closed on a debt restructuring deal with its creditors. The $17 million operating profit was a $46 million improvement on the $29 million loss in the third quarter of 2012, achieved "in spite of difficult...
  • CMA CGM Names Martens as Terminal Link VP
    CMA CGM has named Laurent Martens as vice president of its port terminals management subsidiary Terminal Link, effective today. Martens will report to Farid T. Salem, the French container line's executive officer and Terminal Link president. Martens joined the Direction Départementale de l'Equipement (departmental infrastructure authority) as strategic studies manager and later...
  • IJS Global CEO Sjoerd van Loon wins the inaugural Martin Schröder Award
    Sjoerd van Loon, CEO of logistics company IJS Global has been announced as the first ever winner of the Martin Schröder Award. He received the trophy from the founder of Martinair - after who the trophy is named - at the Dutch National Air Cargo Awards held in Amsterdam on...
  • Geodis Wilson appoints Competence Head for Industrial Projects division in Asia
    Freight Management specialist, Geodis Wilson has announced the appointment of Igor Muñiz as Competence Head for Industrial Projects (IP) in Southeast Asia and the Pacific. This strategically important role will significantly enhance Geodis Wilson's IP team in the region, where market growth is marked, and strengthen the Company's offering of...
  • CEVA in Romania wins awards for Best Logistics and Operational Excellence and Win-Win Collaboration
    Bucharest, Romania, 27 November, 2013 - CEVA Logistics, a leading global supply chain management company has been awarded the Win-Win Collaboration and Best Logistics and Operational Excellence awards by ARILOG, a logistics industry body. ARILOG's awards are the most prestigious and largest awards for supply chain industry in Romania. They were...

TradeWindsweb site
DECEMBER 2, 2013
  • Gulf Island loses director
    A director with the board of Gulf Island Fabrication has parted ways with the company due to a disagreement over his compensation.
  • FreeSeas in reverse split
    FreeSeas has launched its second reverse stock split this year.
  • Tasneef classes aframax
    A fledgling classification society appears to be making progress in its campaign to penetrate the commercial shipping market.
  • CSCL crowns chairman
    China Shipping Container Line (CSCL) has appointed a new chairman of its board of directors following the departure of long-time incumbent Li Shaode.
  • Vale issues 2014 budget
    Vale caught the attention of the dry-bulk market Monday after releasing its capital expenditure projections for 2014.
  • Iranian tanker cuffed in China
    A suezmax tanker linked to Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (Irisl) is facing potential judicial sale after it was arrested in China.
  • Rokke rejuvenating AMSC
    American Shipping Company has revealed plans for a financial overhaul with the aid of Norwegian tycoon Kjell Inge Rokke.
  • Zim debt-swap close
    CEO Rafi Danieli confirms Israel Corp holding will be cut as it nears restructuring deal.
  • Vosco takes aim
    Vietnamese tanker owner Vietnam Ocean Shipping (Vosco) is planning a share sale after returning to profit in the third quarter.
  • Great Harvest plots purchase
    Great Harvest Maeta is dipping into the market for new tonnage again after sealing a loan.
  • Tsakos bulker tied up
    Tsakos Shipping & Trading has secured a period deal for one of its panamax bulkers, brokers say.
  • SinOceanic suffers again
    Oslo boxship company SinOceanic Shipping has revealed a bigger loss for one of its vessel-owning units.
  • KDM targets expansion
    Ukrainian bulker owner KDM Shipping expects to expand its fleet in the next few months.
  • DHT pens VLCC double
    DHT Holdings has confirmed speculation it is ordering VLCCs after signing a contract for two newbuildings in South Korea.
  • Vroon fixes financing
    Vroon has sealed a new finance deal for Chinese newbuildings with China Export-Import Bank (China Exim Bank).
  • d'Amico in duplicate deal
    d'Amico International Shipping has signed a second period contract for a newbuilding in a week.
  • BWO extends Nigeria deal
    BW Offshore has stretched a charter contract for an FPSO unit in Nigeria.
  • New ro-pax for CS
    Shanghai owner CS Marine is ordering a new Danish-designed ro-pax at Bohai Shipyard in China.
  • IRISL back in court?
    Iranian owner IRISL could be about to take fresh legal action against the European Union (EU) after it reimposed sanctions on the company.
  • Season to be jolly
    Products tanker rates could double by the close of 2013, according to US bank Stifel.
  • Gdansk ready to file?
    The historic Gdansk shipyard in Poland could file for bankruptcy next month after talks with the government failed to come up with a solution to its problems.
  • Wisdom sells two
    Wisdom Marine is cashing in on the recent rise in vessel prices by selling a pair of bulk carrier newbuildings.
  • Sticky start for Hallaig
    The world's first sea-going hybrid ferry broke down on its first day of service in Scotland.
  • Ferry thief in a spin
    A Seattle man who stole a ferry was apprehended because the vessel was going round in circles.
  • Tidewater takes Sanko AHTS
    Sanko has sold its newest anchor handler to US heavyweight Tidewater, brokers say.
  • Simpler for YZJ
    China's Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (YZJ) group is streamlining its structure through share transfers, mainly to subsidiary Jiangsu New Yangzi Shipbuilding (JNYS).
  • Atlantic plots bond raid
    Atlantic Offshore is lining up a swoop on the Norwegian bond market.
  • "Genuine recovery"
    ICAP has predicted a genuine recovery in VLCC rates in 2014 but this will not necessarily mean a return to profitability for owners.
  • Ramsey calls it quits
    Ramsey Steamship Company is to be wound up after selling its last two general cargoships.
  • Canada arrests "ship spy"
    A Lloyd's Register (LR) employee has been arrested in Canada on suspicion of passing classified information about shipbuilding to China.
  • Russia pursues box lines
    Russian anti-trust investigators say they have "initiated a case" against international container lines following dawn raids in February.
  • Incat wins Japan order
    Incat Tasmania has won a newbuilding contract from Japanese ferry operator Sado Kisen for an 85 metre high-speed ferry.
  • Greek cruiseship hit by fire
    A veteran former Cunard cruiseship has been severely damaged by fire while alongside in the Greek port of Halkis.
  • Zim back in black
    Zim Integrated Shipping Services has reported an operating profit of $17m for the third quarter of 2013.
  • Indo sees robbery surge
    Six ships were attacked by robbers in Indonesian waters in as many days, latest industry intelligence shows.

American Shipperweb site
DECEMBER 2, 2013
  • Amazon invests in drone delivery
    According to Amazon's website, officials expect to have the shipping option in place by 2015, pending rules and regulations regarding the use of commercial drones being considered by the Federal Aviation Administration.
  • ILA opposes P3 Network
    In a letter to the FMC, ILA President Harold Daggett wrote, "Such a drastic consolidation of capacity naturally leads to questions as to the long-term impact of such an agreement upon the industry as a whole."
  • Zim says 'no deterioration' in performance
    During the third quarter, Zim, the Israel-based container shipping company, had a net loss of $44 million, down from a $97 million loss in the second quarter of this year. A year earlier, the company banked a $16 million profit.
  • UP commences cross-border intermodal service
  • MTC Logistics expands in Baltimore
  • European, Asian shipper groups increase cooperation
    The European Shippers' Council and the Asian Shippers' Meeting said they have "agreed to take their cooperation to the next level," according to a statement after a meeting last week in Chiang Rai, Thailand.
  • Shipper groups express concerns about P3
  • C.R. England adds trailer device to improve aerodynamics
  • Cargolux adds African routing
  • Executive moves

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
DECEMBER 2, 2013
  • Dual fuel operations will impact lubricant requirements
    Wartsila confirms switching from HFO to LNG will mean using different cylinder oils.
  • Mixed avails in Fujairah
    Prices firming in Suez.
  • LS avails tight in Rotterdam
    Market sources 'unsure when the situation will improve.'
  • Market has moved 'decisively in favour' of high BN lubes
    Castrol says new lube ensures 'safe, fuel efficient engine operation in the slow steaming era.'
  • Shipowners warn against regional CO2 regulations
    'We are a global industry requiring global rules. Otherwise we have chaos.'
  • IFO prices weaken across Asia
    Meanwhile, MGO prices were mostly strengthening.
  • First orders for low pressure, 2-stroke, dual-fuel engine
    Order represents 'a historic landmark in the process towards general acceptance of LNG as a marine fuel.'
  • Bunker barge stopped from entering Indian port
    Vessel allegedly carrying stolen bunkers.
  • Latest dividend from WFS
    Cash dividend same as last quarterly offering.
  • Bunker trading volumes down in Singapore
    'There is no market for trading big volumes', trader says.
  • BIMCO ready to bang drum for revised bunker contract
    New version of standard bunker contract to get 'strong global marketing effort'.

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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
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
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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