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March 7, 2013
Sched Netweb site
  • OOIL 2012 profit up 63.3pc to US$296.4 million, revenue rises 7.4pc
  • Emirates joins APL, OOCL on China-India CIS in vessel sharing agreement
  • Cosco Shipping starts Zhangjiagang-Brazil automobile ro-ro service
  • 5.3pc of world's containership fleet of 500-TEU plus ships in lay-up
  • Global manufacturing still positive despite February slip: JPMorgan index
  • Russia to privatise big companies, Novorossiisk port to be sold first
  • Chinese capital first to deploy electric truck fleet in urban logistics
  • Konecranes wins US$130 million contract to supply Indonesian terminal
  • Brazilian container throughput slackens as economy lurches into 2013
  • Sequestration cuts will slow US Customs clearance and clog up ports
  • Chamber: India needs air cargo stations like maritime inland ports
  • Volga-Dnepr AN-124-100 freighter flies fuselage section within Russia
  • Saudia Cargo adds additional flights from Hong Kong, Frankfurt, Dhaka

Exim Indiaweb site
MARCH 6, 2013
  • CMA CGM finalises financial restructuring launched last year
  • MOL introduces onboard seafarer training programme
  • Oil tanker bookings plunge to 27-month low
  • Practical weather guide for mariners launched
  • Slight uptick seen in global freight rates this year
  • Global coffee exports up by 8.2 pc at 113 m bags in 2012
  • India s Q4 gold imports shoot up 41 pc to 261.9 tonnes despite duty hike
  • MACCIA s ex-im training programme from April 1
  • Antwerp Port Authority wins top employer certification
  • Ennore Port exceeds fiscal cargo target; to develop container terminal in 3 phases
  • Proposed Sagar Island port seen beneficial to KoPT
  • Anil K. Gupta, MD, CONCOR elevated as Chairman & Managing Director
  • Thrice-weekly China-Europe freight train service planned
  • MANSA President inaugurates annual cricket tournament

International Transport Journalweb site
MARCH 6, 2013
  • IDS Logistik introduces new clearing and transport optimisation system
    The general cargo alliance IDS Logistik has introduced an innovative clearing and transport optimisation system for euro pallets and lattice boxes. Every time a general cargo shipm...
  • Geodis Wilson to manage Delsey's global logistics operations
    Geodis Wilson, Geodis' freight management division, is signing a two year contract to manage global logistics operations for the international luggage manufacturer, Delsey. Geodis ...
  • EU grants to help transform rail freight transport
    The European Union is to co-finance four projects aimed at preparing the implementation of four railfreight corridors across Europe with EUR 5.7 million from the TEN-T programme. E...
  • Iata sees signs of stabilization as air cargo grows in January
    The International Air Transport Association (Iata) released global air freight demand statistics for January 2013 showing a stabilization of air freight markets on the back of enco...
  • Fairer deal for UK hauliers in HGV road user levy act
    The UK's HGV road user levy act has now become law, thereby paving the way for a fairer deal for the country's hauliers. The new charge is supported by UK businesses and will be in...
  • Thomas Miller names new CEO for Asia Pacific region
    Andrew Jones has been appointed CEO of Thomas Miller (Asia Pacific) Ltd with effect from April 2013. He will be responsible for providing services to all Thomas Miller's managed Cl...
  • US Airways applies for service between its US east coast hubs and Sao Paulo
    Last Monday (4 March), US Airways filed an application with the US Department of Transportation for the rights to operate a daily, year-round service between the airline's hubs in ...
  • Boeing and Cathay Pacific announce order for three B747-8Fs
    Boeing and Cathay Pacific Airways (CP) have announced an order for three B747-8 freighter airplanes. The order, valued at approximately USD 1 billion at list prices, also includes ...
  • Rail sector publishes high level vision of rail transport in 2050
    The railway is vital to the well-being of Europe's society and the strength of its economy. To maintain and develop this role in the future, the sector needs to meet enormous chall...
  • Change of guard at Bimco
    The Baltic and International Maritime Council (Bimco), a large international shipping association representing shipowners, has announced that its new secretary general/CEO and succ...
  • Port of Antwerp cooperates with Rosmorport
    The port of Antwerp (Belgium) wants to collaborate closely over the next five years with Rosmorport, the state-owned company that protects the interests of all Russian seaports. Po...
  • Alphaliner expects new container tonnage peak in 2013
    A recent report published by analyst Alphaliner suggests a capacity record of containerships to be delivered in 2013. This is despite the measures being taken by owners to defer th...
  • DSV Solutions names new regional director
    Harald Schefft, the managing director of DSV Solutions in Germany, became a member of the management group of DSV Solutions A/S on 1 March. As a regional director, he will be respo...
  • DHL strong in 2012
    Deutsche Post DHL reported that group revenues rose by 5.1% to EUR 55.5 billion in 2012. The service provider generated around 70% of its revenues outside Germany. The group posted...
  • Kuehne+Nagel: more volume, less profit
    In 2012, the Kuehne + Nagel Group reported higher volumes in all business units. Seafreight grew by 8.8% in terms of turnover and by 6.1% in teu transported, but earnings before in...

Marine Logweb site
MARCH 6, 2013
  • Damen Rotterdam completes Becker Twisted Fin retrofits
  • CONRAIL President & COO to keynote Intermodal Conference
  • Martin Midstream buys six LPG barges and two push boats
  • BAE Systems Mobile lays keel for second dump scow
  • Headhunter systems installed in MWCC capture vessels
  • Horizon Lines moves northeast ops to Philadelphia
  • Ulstein delivers third PSV to its Blue Ship subsidiary
  • VLCC design cuts ballast water weight by 65 percent

World Wide Shipperweb site
MARCH 6, 2013
  • Corps sets closure schedule for Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
  • ACP signals completion of Culebra Cut dredging work
  • BNSF eyes LNG fuel for locomotive test program
  • Orient Overseas Limited sees profits grow during 2012
  • Horizon Lines plans to move northeast terminal operations

Lloyd's Listweb site
MARCH 6, 2013
  • Delos says Omega sale is final
    Ladin bemused by Chapter 11 firm's bid to reopen auction
  • Seaspan reports solid earnings
    World's leading boxship lessor secures Chinese bank loan to refinance its fleet
  • Grand China keeps up with Iron Pasha payments 'with delays'
    White Rosebay Shipping to bring amicus brief in Blue Whale appeal
  • Samsung Heavy Industries cancels $24bn LNG vessels
    Deal for floating liquefaction units is scrapped after problems with 'European owner'
  • OOCL says partnership brings more benefits than merger
    Box line would like to see greater co-operation and deployment of shared capacity among alliance members
  • Panalpina hit by soaring costs
    Ocean freight is bright spot in gloomy trading environment
  • Lauritzen Tankers joins Diamond S in OSG charter rejections
    Bankrupt tanker company allowed extension to August 2 to table reorganisation plan
  • Venezuela's future rests on oil prices, not politics
    Maritime growth demands port investment, says Gray Page
  • Pimp my ship
    Performance enhancement is more than a fad - and smart shipowners know it
  • Shrewd asset plays
    The question exercising owners is whether now is the time to re-order or rebuild
  • Blast on chemical tanker leaves crew member missing
    Nordic Tankers reports cargo tanks intact on 11,260 dwt Harbour Krystal
  • New West Africa attack points to pirates' growing use of motherships
    Master and chief engineer of Armada Tuah 22 reported kidnapped after hijacking
  • Kassiotis companies move to scupper Delos sale
    Long-running Chapter 11 case enters new phase of uncertainty
  • OOCL more than doubles its annual profit
    Liftings and revenue are both up, but fuel costs are kept flat
  • Teichert backs Lloyd Fonds extraordinary meeting decision
    Leading KG house hits 'rough water', says managing director
  • James Fisher buys diving equipment supplier
    Marine services player targets fast-growing niche markets
  • Norden looks afresh for dry bulk newbuildings
    Signs of recovery prompt Danish owner to hunt eco-ships
  • Pearl GTL expansion will open new cargo opportunities
    Shell's desert plant will boost Qatar's diesel exports
  • 'Near-sourcing' is the new Pacific trades buzzword
    Chinese labour costs push production to more competitive locations
  • Oil demand buoys Bourbon results
    French shipowner reports near 90% increase in annual profits

Fairplayweb site
MARCH 6, 2013
  • Bourbon plans $2.5Bn in fleet leasebacks
    BOURBON today unveiled a $2.5Bn leaseback plan calling for the sale of up to 85 owned supply ships, which it would then use on 10-year bareboat charters
  • About that suitcase crammed with cash...
    BOURBON today broke its silence over the arrest of its tax manager at Marseilles airport in December 2012 with $250,000 in cash hidden in his suitcase
  • How Seaspan, Carlyle will split newbuildings
    NYSE-listed Seaspan has outlined how its newbuildings will be split with Grand China Intermodal, its joint venture with private-equity giant Carlyle
  • Tallink profits rise 49%
    TALLINK, the Estonian ferry group, has reported net profits of €56.3M ($73.4M) for 2012, a year on year increase of 49%
  • Latvian pares losses
    LATVIAN Shipping said losses for 2012 were down by 26% from those of FY11
  • Beijing urged to raise tanker market share
    BEIJING should mandate that 70-80% of its crude imports be transported by Chinese tankers, China Shipping's chairman Shaode Li said
  • Lanka port profits spike
    PROFITS rocketed 600% for the Sri Lanka Ports Authority in full-year 2012
  • POSH Terasea formed
    EZION Holdings has entered into a joint venture with PACC Offshore Services Holdings to operate ocean towing vessels
  • Cruise cancelled after fjord grounding
    NORWAY'S Hurtigruten said today it is cancelling a planned cruise and flying home passengers after a casualty
  • Itochu, Vitol discuss Gulf Coast LPG terminal
    ITOCHU and energy trader Vitol are discussing a plan to develop of an LPG export terminal on the US Gulf Coast
  • US ECA crackdown begins
    MARKING a potential turning point, a vessel has been detained for violating the US Emission Control Area, government records confirm
  • Drybulk congestion at 2013 high on bad weather
    AUSTRALIAN storms have increased congestion at drybulk ports to the highest levels of this year
  • OOIL's profits rise 62.6%
    OOIL said today its net profits grew 62.6% year on year in 2012, to $296M
  • Panalpina slides to losses
    GLOBAL freight forwarding and logistics group Panalpina had losses of 70.2M Swiss francs ($74.6M) last year, despite positive developments in ocean freight
  • LNG uncertainty to linger
    LNG SHIPPING has more shipping capacity arriving in 2H13, but a partial revival of nuclear power in Japan and little new liquefaction capacity is likely to maintain the sector's current uncertainties, IHS CERA has predicted

The Journal of Commerceweb site
MARCH 6, 2013
  • Seaspan Ends 2012 in the Black After Big 4Q Profit Growth
    Seaspan reported profit in the fourth quarter of 2012 was $58.98 million, rising $34.47 million, or 150.8 percent, from $23.52 million in the fourth quarter of 2011. For the full year of 2012, profit was $121.3 million, jumping $204.71 million, or 245.4 percent, from a net loss of $83.40 million in...
  • PTA Holdings Truck Repair Facility Opens in Iowa
    PTA Holdings, through its subsidiary Nortford, today announced that operations at its equipment service facility in Fredericksburg, Iowa, have begun. The facility, which operates under the name "Hwy 18 Truck Repair," consists of service bays, office, retail and parking space for semi-trailers. It is now providing the company repair and reconditioning...
  • From TPM: Global Diets to Fuel US Reefer Growth
    LONG BEACH, Calif. - The volatile U.S. refrigerated freight trade will make a comeback in 2013 after declining in 2012, "a modest comeback but still a comeback," Journal of Commerce Economist Mario O. Moreno told the 13th annual TPM Conference. Refrigerated U.S. imports will grow 5 percent in 2013 and...
  • BNSF to Test LNG Locomotives in Pilot Program
    BNSF Railway will begin testing a small number of locomotives using liquefied natural gas as an alternative fuel later this year, said Matthew K. Rose, BNSF chairman and CEO, at the CERAWeek conference today. "While there are daunting technical and regulatory challenges still to be faced, this pilot project is an...
  • US Rep. Sires Introduces MOVE Freight Act
    U.S. Rep. Albio Sires, D-N.J., has introduced the Multimodal Opportunities via Enhanced Freight Act of 2013, also known as the MOVE Freight Act, which is designed to ensure all transportation modes and system connections necessary to moving freight receive proper attention in freight planning. The bill, H.R. 974, which expands upon...
  • Drewry Trans-Pacific Benchmark Rate Weakens
    Trans-Pacific eastbound spot container rates fell 5.7 percent in the week ending March 6, the second consecutive week of significant declines. Spot eastbound trans-Pacific rates from Hong Kong to Los Angeles dropped to $2,296 per 40-foot container, down $140 from last week, according to the Wednesday release of the Drewry...
  • Panama Canal Completes Culebra Cut Dredging in Expansion
    Panama Canal reaches another milestone in its expansion project.The Panama Canal Authority has completed the dredging to deepen and widen the navigational channels along Culebra Cut as part of its expansion program. A total of 3.2 million cubic meters were removed during the deepening of Culebra Cut, which is the narrowest...
  • From TPM: Intermodal 'Matchmaking' Draws Interest
    LONG BEACH, Calif. - Increased matching of inbound containers with export shipments and more use of ISO containers domestically could cut in half the amount the industry spends on empty truck and rail moves, a NYK Line executive said Tuesday. Shippers, carriers and logistics providers spend roughly $660 million annually to...
  • From TPM: In Reefer Trade, Carriers, Shippers Face Cold Facts
    LONG BEACH, Calif. - Maersk Line is having mixed results in its attempt to raise reefer container rates by $1,500, with actual price gains varying by commodity and lane, according to at least one ocean shipping analyst. But there is little doubt about the overall direction of refrigerated freight pricing. "In...
  • Quintiq Names Rhodes VP, General Counsel, Secretary
    Quintiq has appointed Kim Rhodes as its vice president, general counsel and secretary. In her role with the supply chain software company, Rhodes is responsible for all legal affairs for Quintiq globally. She will be based out of the company's headquarters in Radnor, Pa. Rhodes previously served as senior vice president of...
  • OOCL's Profit Soars Despite 'Challenging' Year
    OOCL reported profit in 2012 was $297 million, jumping 63 percent from $182 million in 2011. Yearly revenue was $6.5 billion, up 7 percent from $6.0 billion in the previous year. Revenue per TEU rose 2.9 percent to $1,131. The container line's liifting increased 3.7 percent to 5.2 million 20-foot-equivalent units. Operating...
  • Aviation Drives John Menzies Profit
    John Menzies, the U.K. aviation services and distribution company, posted a 4 percent increase in profit in 2012 as a strong performance by its cargo handling unit outweighed restructuring costs. Underlying pretax profit grew to '58.4 million ($87.3 million) from '56.4 million ($84.6 million) in 2011 as revenue shrank by £17...
  • US Intermodal Rates Show Mixed Shifts for Week
    U.S. intermodal rates showed ups and downs across the four lanes during the week of March 4, according to weekly data on all-inclusive 53-foot door-to-door spot pricing quoted by railroads and provided by the 3PL IDS. East-west lanes and west-east lanes had rate increases, while rates on north-south and south-north...
  • 3Gtms Merges With Transite Technology
    Mitch Weseley, 3Gtms's CEO.3Gtms, a developer of transportation software products, has merged with Transite Technology, a developer of transportation management systems. Retaining the 3Gtms name, the unified company will operate under the direction of Mitch Weseley, 3Gtms CEO. The merged company will expand on Transite's existing software solutions, focusing on mid-market shippers,...
  • Panalpina Reports Red Ink for 2012
    Panalpina plunged to a loss of 70.2 million Swiss francs ($74.4 million) in 2012 from a 127.4 million franc ($135 million) profit in 2011 as the global logistics and freight forwarding group took a triple hit from a softening air freight market, weak European imports and antitrust fines. The Swiss company's...
  • Emirates Shipping to Raise Asia-Africa Rates
    Emirates Shipping Line will hike rates on its East Africa trade lanes, effective April 1. From the Far East and Southeast Asia to East Africa, the increase will be $200 per 20-foot-equivalent unit....
  • Caribbean Carrier Group Sets Congestion Surcharge
    The member carriers of the Caribbean Shipowners Association will implement a port congestion surcharge for all full container load shipments moving between the continental U.S. and St. John's, Antigua, starting March 31. The surcharge will be $100 per 20-foot container, $200 per 40-foot container and $225 per container greater than 40...
  • CMA CGM to Hike Europe-South America Rates
    CMA CGM will increase rates in its trade from North Europe to South America's west coast, starting April 1. The hike will be $300 per 20-foot-equivalent unit. It applies to all shipments excluding refrigerated cargo....
  • From TPM: Devine: Automation to Improve Productivity, Not to Cut Jobs
    LONG BEACH, Calif. - The primary reasons for automating U.S. container terminals are to improve vessel and gate productivity and enhance safety, not to reduce longshore jobs, according to an East Coast marine terminal operator. Shipping lines are determined to enter ever larger vessels into the U.S. trades as they seek...

Containerisation Internationalweb site
MARCH 6, 2013
  • OOIL posts 7.4% rise in revenues
  • Containership deliveries to reach record levels in 2013
    Containership deliveries will reach record levels this year despite efforts by owners to defer receiving tonnage, according to analyst Alphaliner.Figures published ...
  • Transpac spot rate decline puts negotiators on back foot
    Maersk Line CEO Soren Skou used his keynote speech at the Long Beach-hosted TPM this week to amongst other things talk up the prospects for higher rates from Asia ...
  • Seaspan reports solid earnings and new loan facility from Chinese bank
    Seaspan Corporation has reported normalised net earnings edged down 9.5% to $32m in the fourth quarter of 2012 and a slightly lower vessel utilisation rate of 98.5% ...
  • Box volumes rise on Asia to Europe trade for first time in almost a year
    THE Asia to Europe trade experienced a year-on-year increase in container volumes in January for the first time in almost a year.The latest data from Container ...
  • Panalpina hit by soaring costs
    OCEAN freight was one bright spot in an 'unsatisfactory' set of 2012 full year results for Switzerland-based logistics operator Panalpina, which reported a group ...
  • RCL suffers at the hands of over capacity
    Thai-headquartered intra-Asia feeder and domestic carrier Regional Container Lines [RCL] saw its trading result deteriorate further in 2012, posting a THB 1,927 ...

TradeWindsweb site
MARCH 6, 2013
  • DRYS posts deep deficit
    Shares of George Economou's DryShips plunged in late trading Wednesday after turning in a fourth-quarter loss that fell short of Wall Street forecasts.
  • LNG put to the test
    Demand for LNG-powered engines is on the rise in the maritime sector and the craze is starting to gain momentum in other industries that are looking to secure new sources of affordable fuel.
  • Dominoes anyone?
    The US Coast Guard (USCG) has teamed up with private contractors in an attempt to locate and recover containers that fell off a barge controlled by TransAtlantic Lines (TAL) Monday afternoon.
  • STNG expansion drive continues
    Scorpio Tankers has added a tenth medium-range products tanker to its fleet of chartered tonnage.
  • Bourbon's $2.5bn sale
    Bourbon plans to raise $2.5bn from the sale-and-charterback of around one-third of its fleet.
  • DVB blows eco view
    Bulker owners hoping to secure a premium for new eco vessels will find themselves disappointed, for now at least, a leading bank says.
  • LSC lowers loss
    Lithuanian Shipping Company (LSC) has cut its 2012 losses, but costs remain higher than revenue.
  • Exxon's output boost
    Tanker owners may be in the doldrums due to oversupply of tonnage but they can at least look forward to carrying more cargo in the next few years, if figures announced today by ExxonMobil are anything to go by.
  • Fractured, not broken
    Shipowners have again been warned against complacency amid the decline in attacks by pirates off Somalia.
  • Pratibha bosses held
    Two directors of Indian owner Pratibha Shipping have been arrested as part of the investigation into the fatal grounding of the Pratibha Cauvery.
  • Flex LNG unperturbed
    Flex LNG has brushed off a formal cancelation by Samsung Heavy Industries for a huge order of LNG FPSOs.
  • Bourbon profit better
    French offshore heavyweight Bourbon has turned in strong results for 2012.
  • Six ships grounded
    A seafarer was reported missing as a storm forced at least six vessels aground in Panama.
  • ESL finds new chief
    ESL Shipping of Finland has found its new boss at heavy-lift compatriot Meriaura.
  • Fisher takes tanker hit
    UK owner James Fisher has written down the value of its tanker fleet ahead of potential vessel sales.
  • Samsung writes off Flex
    Samsung Heavy Industries appears to have formally called time on a Flex LNG order for four floating LNG production units.
  • Westgarth goes offshore
    Tanker heavyweight Graham Westgarth has added another line to his impressive CV after becoming a director of offshore owner Seagull.
  • Gati stake sale likely
    Indian boxship owner Gati is likely to bring in a new investor to cut debt.
  • Norden re-aims the gun
    Norden is close to penning four new product tankers and is also actively looking to expand its core dry-cargo fleet, its CEO says.
  • OOCL sees profit jump
    Hong Kong shipping group OOIL has seen 2012 profit jump as liftings and revenue increased.
  • Seadrill completes bond run
    Seadrill has successfully completed a raid on the Norwegian bond market.
  • Champagne quarter
    Norden raced past forecasts in the fourth quarter but has delivered a sobering forecast for the year ahead.
  • Orders slow further
    The number of newbuilding contracts booked in January and February has fallen 18% year-on-year.
  • Ice work
    Cargoships should be able to sail straight over the North Pole by 2050, scientists believe.
  • James Fisher buys Divex
    James Fisher and Sons has continued its expansion drive with the acquisition of another company in the offshore sector.
  • Hanjin eyes six
    Hanjin Heavy of Korea is in talks for six more boxship and bulker newbuildings.
  • Seaspan profits soar
    Seaspan has seen its fourth quarter net profits jump 150% from a year ago to almost $59m, the company said late Tuesday.
  • Stena in Asia ferry move
    Stena Group is poised to launch its first ferry operation in Asia with a service between South Korea and Russia.
  • 70 VLCCs too many
    Maersk Tankers chief executive Hanne Sorensen says one-in-ten VLCCs needs to be removed from the fleet to restore rates.
  • Frew to lead BIMCO
    Angus Frew has been named as the new secretary general and chief executive of shipowner's body BIMCO.
  • Cruise ship runs aground
    A Hurtigruten cruise ship has run aground in a remote Norwegian fjord north of the Arctic Circle but has managed to refloat unaided.

American Shipperweb site
MARCH 6, 2013
  • Delay in EU's known consignor rule
    Status can be achieved by training employees about security in the supply chain and by enhancing other security practices. Firms that don't submit to the new guidelines will see their shipments undergo increased screening.
  • DHS selects new COAC members
  • MSC to stop Europe-to-Asia bookings
    The liner carrier said the move will "allow the cargo booked in time to receive the best attention... especially in view of the well-known and widely announced limited availability of space and equipment during the incoming weeks."
  • OOCL profit rises in 2012 despite tough 4Q
    Hong Kong-based Orient Overseas International, Ltd. (OOIL), the parent company of liner carrier OOCL, on Wednesday said its 2012 operating profits rose 86.9 percent year-on-year in 2012 to $343.2 million.
  • ILWU files unfair labor practice charge
    The union said United Grain "took the extreme measure of locking out its entire bargaining unit even though by its own statements it had identified and terminated the employee allegedly responsible for the property damage."
  • Panalpina's 2012 saved by ocean, logistics
  • Despite challenges, DHL has robust 2012
  • Barge loses containers off Florida coast
  • Great Lakes shipping season begins
  • FedEx increases sustainability commitment
  • NS ends railcar classification in Roanoke
  • NS disputes $1.2 million OSHA ruling
    The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has ordered Norfolk Southern Railway Co. to pay $1.2 million to three workers for wrongfully terminating them for reporting workplace injuries, a violation of whistleblower rules.
  • Maritime law firm merges with larger outfit
  • Twinkie bakers qualify for trade-related benefits
  • SeaIntel opens Hong Kong office
  • U.S. backs $1.1 billion finance for planes to Indonesia
  • U.S. loan helps export wind turbines to Honduras
  • Egypt's QIZ exporters receive U.S. duty-free treatment
  • U.S., Mexico finalize new tomato trade agreement
  • Executive moves

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
MARCH 6, 2013
  • Mid-week prices show gains in Fujairah
    No avails in Suez, say reports.
  • Prices close the day firm in Europe
    Tight avails reported in Rotterdam.
  • BP in joint venture to supply in Brazilian 'super port'
    Oil major has formed 50/50 partnership with Brazilian conglomerate.
  • Dry bulk sector to remain under pressure
    Excess capacity is likely to dog the dry bulk sector 'for the rest of the year'.
  • Bulker detained in US on ECA rule breaking charge
    Case could be sign that 'softly, softly' approach is coming to an end.
  • Shipping industry 'to remain focused' on fuel efficiency
    But larger container ships could mean more delays in the supply chain.
  • Asian bunker prices post gains at key ports
    There were no issues with bunker supplies at major Asian ports on Wednesday.
  • More orders for LNG-fuelled ships expected
    Expansion on cards if infrastructure develops.
  • Pacific Basin targeting fuel-efficient secondhand vessels
    They can generate cost savings of some $360,000 a year, says Chief Executive.
  • PCG still identifying source of Philippine oil spill
    PCG still waiting for other results to confirm if spill came from MV Harita Bauxite.
  • Seaspan returns to black
    Firm 'satisfied' with operational and financial results, says CEO.
  • US producer upbeat on marine biofuels market
    Biofuels business to remain 'very encouraging' due to commitment from US Navy, says CEO.
  • New player to offer bunker fuel in Singapore
    Initially company will supply bunkers to 'one liner shipping company'.
  • German firm receives fuel efficient inland tanker
    Vessel able to produce less particle emissions while reducing fuel consumption by 15%.

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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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