testata inforMARE
Cerca
26 October 2025 - Year XXIX
Independent journal on economy and transport policy
07:34 GMT+1
LinnkedInTwitterFacebook
BRIEFS
June 7, 2013
Sched Netweb site
  • UASC to increase rates on Asia-North Europe cargo US$910/TEU July 1
  • Coscon makes vow to consumers in 5 specific service improvement areas
  • Cosco expands Far East-East Coast South America with second loop
  • CMA CGM Jules Verne, world's biggest ship, sets sail on FAL 1 service
  • Shannxi Dingbian County to spend US$1.96 billion on logistics parks
  • Sichuan's Luzhou port box volume up 23pc to 38,706 TEU in 4 months
  • Chongqing to expand railway container terminal this year
  • Tom Behrens-Sorensen appointed to the board of Singapore's NOL
  • Jardine Shipping Services sets up trainee scheme for future executives
  • Canadian Pacific sets record straight on train derailment in Ontario
  • Air New Zealand caves to Commerce Commission, agrees to pay costs, fines
  • LUG scoops tender for Cathay Pacific Cargo at Frankfurt-Main
  • Chengdu pursues rapid development of air, rail, road infrastructure
  • UPS opens new China healthcare facility in Hangzhou
  • DHL Supply Chain invest US$13 million in Vietnam

Exim Indiaweb site
JUNE 6, 2013
  • Eco-ships are here to stay: GL
  • Sitara Shipping wins FMB award
  • Competition Commission of India inks cooperation MoU with Australian Competition & Consumer Commission
  • Cotton imports may hit 10-yr high
  • Govt issues new, EU-compliant guidelines to boost pharma exports
  • Adani Ports IPP oversubscribed
  • Antwerp port awarded again for its sustainability efforts
  • APM Terminals Inland Services expands in India
  • UK Chancellor launches construction of Liverpool2 deep water container terminal
  • Virginia ports set for overhaul
  • Delhi International Cargo Terminal at Sonepat - B2B Trade Fair on June 28
  • Govt hikes import duty on gold to 8 pc
  • INR plunges to hit key psychological level of 57
  • SEZ units/developers interact with DEIT official on MSIP scheme

International Transport Journalweb site
  • «Wir möchten Ost und West 'miteinander verbinden»
  • FTA UK joins research centre for sustainable road freight
  • Austria: fewer goods on the road
  • CSX Quebec intermodal facility expected to open in 2015
  • Hyundai stops Bandar Abbas call
  • Kombiverkehr: automatic train movement monitoring 24/7
  • Brenntag plans to set foot in Ghana
  • Sephora prolongs contract with Gefco Spain
  • Hollande inaugurates "Jules Verne"
  • Global IT project manager for AMI
  • AfricaWest Cargo Airlines soon to serve 21 destinations
  • ITC releases new report on UK aviation strategy
  • GOL thinks of crossing the Atlantic Ocean

Marine Logweb site
JUNE 6, 2013
  • Austal launches JHSV 3
  • Brazil shipyard suppliers get R&D cash infusion
  • Newport News delivers final Block II Virginia class sub
  • Wärtsilä provides design for Subsea 7 HCV newbuild
  • Horizon names Hamlin EVP and COO
  • "Nose jobs" pay off for slow steaming box ships
  • Crowley wins Seattle environmental award
  • Jaya PSV newbuilds get charters ahead of delivery
  • China buys license to build new LNG containership family

World Wide Shipperweb site
JUNE 6, 2013
  • Senator Murray successfull in land transfer to Port of Everett
  • Four Super Post-Panamax cranes delivered to Georgia Ports Authority
  • Bees joining flight patterns at Seattle-Tacoma Airport
  • Port of LA, Hamburg Port Authority ink memorandum of understanding
  • Horizon Lines taps Hamlin as executive V.P./ COO

Lloyd's Listweb site
JUNE 6, 2013
  • CMA CGM's 16,000 teu expansion linked to Offen dispute settlement
    French line back in growth mode as it confirms another three ultra-large boxships
  • Marine Money: Cheap money from Oslo bonds may fuel 'stupid' investment
    Banks need to be more flexible in tenor, pricing and inter-creditor agreements
  • Why the human element is critical
    Safe ship operation not only needs competent people, but also 'usable' ships and systems
  • Software firm targets cost overruns in shipbuilding contracts
    Northern Ireland's 8over8 believes it has the solution to shipbuilding contract management
  • British Columbia blocks Northern Gateway pipeline
    Rejected oil-spill response thwarts shipments of Canadian crude exports to Asia
  • Arctic riches to pay off for heavylift
    Infrastructure to develop drilling projects spurs BigLift Shipping to invest in ice-class
  • Claus-Peter Offen product tanker charter takes the market by surprise
    CPO France is fixed at $27,000 per day for just 35 days
  • To own or not to own?
    Some containership operators prefer to own most of the ships in their fleet. Others want to be asset-light. What is the thinking behind each strategy?
  • Freight Forecaster: U.S. capacity concerns
    This month's analysis of the likely impact of supply and demand on freight rates covers key trade routes focused on North America, and reveals that carriers are facing a difficult utilisation scenario. Damian Brett reports
  • Nor-Shipping: Norway's export credit agency favours safety and crew competence
    Giek says retreat in bank lending brings transfer of power to influence deals
  • The hard sell
    Safety is not negotiable in the battle for class dominance
  • Smart money
    Frontline 2012 keeps ordering with gusto
  • China Rongsheng Heavy Industries secures insurance deal with Sinosure
    Group hopes to solidify its ability to grow
  • Independent Tankers loses $1.8m
    Daily earnings fail to rise significantly for Frontline subsidiary
  • Frontline 2012's newbuilding fleet increases in value
    Improvement justifies newbuilding spending spree, says Fredriksen outfit
  • GL pitches design for more efficient intra-Asia workhorse
    High ratio of on-deck to total teu capacity means less time spent in port
  • Nor-Shipping 2013: China is playing politics over green rules, say IMO insiders
    Country exploits its developing nation status for commercial gain, say critics
  • STX Pan Ocean asked to clarify stance on court protection
    Stock exchange sets a deadline amid reports that Korea Development Bank has rejected emergency funding plea
  • König to keep German focus, says new US owner
    Recapitalisation will leave existing managers in control
  • U-Ming Marine Transport reports 66% drop in profit
    Dry bulk firm adds capesize tonnage to its fleet despite the segment's low rates
  • Nor-Shipping: Korean Register pushes for class expansion of over 10%
    Class society will target tonnage from competitors alongside newbuilding growth
  • CMA CGM aims lower for rate rise
    French carrier announces $775 per teu Asia-Europe hike
  • Asia-Europe container traffic flatlines
    Weak westbound trade offset by better European export numbers

Fairplayweb site
JUNE 6, 2013
  • Intermodal havoc to linger in soaked Europe
    FLOODING will be causing several days of intermodal snarls for exporters and importers at Rotterdam and Antwerp
  • Proposal would ease US ballast reporting
    BALLAST reporting burdens for foreign crews might be eased under a proposed change in US rules
  • Polish yards merging
    POLAND'S northwestern ship repair yards Gryfia and MSR were reported today to be merging
  • Eurotunnel to appeal UK ban
    EUROTUNNEL said today it will appeal the UK Competition Commission's ban on Dover/Calais ferry services by its MyFerryLink unit
  • Permanent go-slow for whales proposed
    RULES requiring ships to slow for whales off the US East Coast might become permanent
  • US crude imports slide
    THE PACE of decline for US crude imports is accelerating, according to Energy Information Administration data
  • Tokyo, Seoul halt US wheat imports
    JAPAN and South Korea have temporarily halted imports of US wheat after they said inspectors found genetically modified wheat in a cargo
  • China importing more iron ore from S Africa
    CHINA'S iron ore imports from South Africa have been surging as Beijing seeks to cut its dependence on Australia and Brazil for supply of the steelmaking ingredient
  • U-Ming profits dive 66%
    TAIWAN'S box carrier U-Ming Marine Transport today recorded profits of NT$197.53M ($6.62M) for 1Q13, a 66% year on year drop
  • CSSC wins $13Bn in bank financing
    CHINA State Shipbuilding Corp said today it has won 80Bn yuan ($13Bn) in financing from China Development Bank
  • FESCO shuffles chiefs
    FESCO'S CEO Yury Gilts has been replaced in Russia
  • Port Hedland iron ore to China rises 21%
    CHINA imported 21% more iron ore in May from Port Hedland in Australia than April's total, the port authority said
  • Jaya seals PSV charters
    JAYA Holdings, Singapore's offshore vessel builder and owner, said today it has secured long-term charters for three of its four platform supply vessel newbuildings
  • Boa completes notes issue
    NORWAY'S Boa Offshore said today it has completed an issue of 75M kroner ($13M) under a programme of three-year notes
  • Tanger Med would join ECA
    TANGER Med would join an emission control area if the IMO expands its proposed northern European ECAs to include the Mediterranean

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JUNE 6, 2013
  • ANA, JAL Cargo Volumes Up
    Japan's All Nippon Airways Co. (ANA) said that its international cargo volume rose for the second straight month in April on a year-on-year basis, increasing 6.7 percent to 47,696 tons. But ANA's domestic cargo volume fell for the first time in two months in April on a year-on-year basis, dropping 1.7...
  • Australia Reports Third Consecutive Trade Surplus
    Australia reported its third consecutive monthly trade surplus in April, at A$28 million (approximately US$26.8 million), according to data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Compared with the previous month, which had a surplus of A$555 million, imports in April increased and exports fell slightly. The value of monthly agricultural exports...
  • US Steel Exports Sagged in April
    U.S. steel exports in April were 1.0 million tons, declining 5.3 percent from 1.1 million tons in the previous month and 10.7 percent compared with April 2012, according to government reporting. "Other than a small increase in exports to Mexico, U.S. steel exports declined to all major markets and most minor...
  • Study: Agribusiness Logistics in Brazil 'Very Difficult'
    According to a new Rabobank report on agribusiness logistics in Brazil, 2013 is likely to be a "very difficult" year, as a result of pressure on Brazil's transportation and export system. The report, published by the bank's food and agribusiness research and advisory team, shows that transportation costs in the country...
  • Report: Port Metro Vancouver Handles 19 Percent of Canada's Trade
    Port Metro Vancouver in British Columbia handles C$172 billion (approximately US$167.5 billion) of cargo each year, or about C$475 million every day, according to the port's 2012 Economic Impact Study. The study, which was completed by InterVISTAS Consulting, showed that the port moves 19 percent of Canada's total trade by value, and...
  • Class 8 Truck Orders Remained Stable in May
    Preliminary net orders for Class 8 trucks totaled 23,300 units in May, basically flat compared to the previous month, according to ACT Research. "May typically represents the start of the slower order season for Class 8," said Kenny Vieth, president and senior analyst of ACT Research, in a written statement. "As...
  • Trifleet to Manage Tank Containers for Textainer
    Textainer Group Holdings and Trifleet Leasing have signed an agreement under which Textainer will invest in new intermodal tank carriers to be managed by Trifleet, marking Textainer's entry into the tank container market. Trifleet will acquire and lease the tank containers - which are used to transport and store liquid foodstuffs,...
  • Singapore Expands Green Ship Program
    On July 1, Singapore's Green Ship Program will be expanded to recognize Singapore-flag ships that adopt approved sulfur oxide scrubber technology that goes beyond existing International Maritime Organization's emissions requirements. The expansion of the program, part of the Maritime Singapore Green Initiative, was announced by the nation's minister for transport at the...
  • Maher Alters NY Hours for Computer System Upgrade
    Maher Terminals will implement the final phase of its terminal operating system at the Port of New York and New Jersey this weekend (of June 8), and as a result, will be altering its schedule. All truck gate operations will close at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 6, and the terminal...
  • US Manufacturing Activity Contracts
    The PMI Composite Index registered 49 percent for May 2013, according to the Institute for Supply Management. Ten of the 18 manufacturing industries saw growth in May. ISM Manufacturing: PMI Composite Index through May 2013 Full-size image The current rate is 1.7 percentage points below April's index of 50.7. This puts it below...
  • Mexican Intermodal Traffic Up for First Time in Weeks
    Mexican rail volumes through June 1, 2013 Full-size image Mexican intermodal volume rose 5.3 percent year-over-year in the week ending June 1, following six weeks of declines, according to the Association of American Railroads. Volume also increased by 2.2 percent from the week before to 10,060 units. Combined North American carload volume, including all...
  • California's Merchandise Export Trade Slips
    California's merchandise export trade in April totaled $13.07 billion, up from $13.03 billion in exports reported in April 2012, according to an analysis by Beacon Economics of foreign trade data released by the U.S. Commerce Department. As a result of inflation, however, the state's merchandise export trade in April actually slid...
  • CMA CGM to Boost Asia-North Europe Rates
    Starting July 1, CMA CGM will raise rates in its trade from Asia to North Europe. The increase will be $775 per 20-foot-equivalent unit for dry, out-of-gauge, paying empties, breakbulk and refrigerated cargo, the container line said. Maersk Line, Hyundai Merchant Marine, Mediterranean Shipping Co., Hapag-Lloyd, OOCL and United Arab Shipping Co....
  • HMM's Asia-North Europe Rates to Jump on July 1
    Hyundai Merchant Marine will boost rates on its trade from Asia to North Europe, effective July 1. The hike will be $1,000 per 20-foot-equivalent unit and $2,000 per 40-foot-equivalent unit, the container line said. Maersk Line, CMA CGM, Mediterranean Shipping Co., Hapag-Lloyd, OOCL and United Arab Shipping Co. have also planned Asia-to-North...
  • Jefferies Group Sees Maersk Earnings Threatened
    Jefferies Group has predicted Maersk Line may report losses at the end of this year, as the container line's proposed freight rate increases have been failing. Maersk's earnings could miss consensus estimates by about 30 percent in 2013, as the second and fourth quarters could be losses, according to the financial firm's...
  • Is Marad's Ship Finally Coming In?
    For the first time in years, there are some favorable winds blowing for the Maritime Administration and the U.S.-flag fleet. Those gusts come as many criticize the agency for being lulled dangerously close to the doldrums of irrelevancy, as the U.S.-flag fleet has seen its numbers, work force and guaranteed cargo...
  • ICS Chairman Warns of Costs of Environmental Regulations
    Potential costs to global shipping of new environmental regulations, 2015-2025. Source: International Chamber of Shipping. Full-size image Speaking to delegates at the opening of the Nor-Shipping event in Oslo, Norway, Masamichi Morooka, chairman of the International Chamber of Shipping, said that impending environmental legislation will cost the shipping industry more than half a...
  • Qatar Airways to Start Milan-Chicago Freighter Service
    Qatar Airways will launch a new freighter service between Milan and Chicago in July, doubling the Middle Eastern carrier's cargo capacity out of the U.S. The twice-weekly service, operated by Boeing 777 freighters, will start on July 3. The new service will add about 200 tons of additional weekly capacity to the...
  • Q&A: Profiting From a Loss?
    Q: I attended one of your claims seminars a few years back, and I remember enough to get into trouble but can't recall where I've seen what I'm thinking of. We're a consultant and freight bill auditor. One of our clients has a claim involving a lost/damaged shipment, about $1,000. The...

TradeWindsweb site
JUNE 6, 2013
  • Super-sized manager?
    Roberto Giorgi believes the world's largest third-party shipmanager could potentially double in size.
  • Banks get busier
    Thome boss Olav Eek Thorstensen expects banks to take control of an increased number of vessels during the coming year.
  • Prices are right
    Svein Moxnes Harfjeld believes depressed freight rates have opened the door for DHT Holdings to grow its fleet over the next six months or more.
  • MOL under siege
    US Marshals have arrested a supramax bulker controlled by Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) of Japan.
  • Saevik shares his views
    Havila CEO discusses recent takeovers, the spot spike and how Arctic activity will help the market.
  • No newbuildings, for now
    Herbjorn Hansson says NATs will not be ordering tankers....unless he changes his mind.
  • WW lines up buys
    Wilh Wilhelmsen ASA is looking to invest in both new and second hand tonnage following a whistle-stop visit to the bond market this week, its CEO says.
  • BDI back from the brink
    A five point improvement has saved the key Baltic Exchange dry cargo index from dropping below the 800 mark.
  • More capes for CSE
    Taiwan's China Steel Express has signed up for more bulkers in Japan, including two capesize newbuildings.
  • "We are buyers"
    Ridgebury Tankers is looking to invest in modern second hand product tankers following its $200m injection from private equity firm Riverstone.
  • First into the red
    Taiwan's First Steamship has fallen to a loss in the opening three months of 2013.
  • Order spree to go on
    John Fredriksen's Frontline 2012 has no plans to put the brakes on its recent ordering spree.
  • Matrix I crew freed
    West African pirates have released five Pakistani crewmen snatched from a Greek tanker two weeks ago.
  • Frontline 2012 falls to red
    John Fredriksen's Frontline 2012 has fallen into the red in the first quarter of the year as charter rates fell away.
  • ITC cuts loss
    John Fredriksen's Independent Tankers Corporation (ITC) has reduced its first quarter loss, but is facing growing risks from low spot rates.
  • Fesco tops a billion
    Far-Eastern Shipping Company (Fesco) has sold more bonds in Russia, following up its first international issues earlier this year.
  • Murmansk sells NRSL
    Murmansk Shipping Company (MSC) has sold its general cargoship and multipurpose subsidiary Northern River Shipping Lines (NRSL).
  • Jaya wins $60m deals
    Jaya Holdings has found work for three platform supply vessel (PSV) newbuildings and marked its entry into the growing Latin American market.
  • "Scrap mafia" moves in
    Organised gangs are cutting chunks of steel from the derelict bulker Black Rose off India as its removal appears no closer to being realised.
  • Eurotunnel barred
    France's Eurotunnel has been banned from operating two MyFerryLink ro-paxes from Dover for 10 years.
  • CSSC borrows more
    China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) has secured another huge state-backed loan.
  • Coal proves the saviour
    Increased cargoes of steam coal look to have prevented 2012 being much worse for the dry bulk sector, according to Drewry.
  • Reefers eye thaw
    Greece's Laskaridis Shipping is planning to boost its use of the Northern Sea Route (NSR) through the arctic this summer.
  • Atwood seals hat trick
    Atwood Oceanics has added almost $1bn to its revenue backlog after tying up charters for three of its rigs in the past week.
  • Globeco makes dry dash
    Italian owner Mariano Pane has made a move into bulkers with a deal at AVIC Weihai Shipyard in China.
  • WIS death "natural"
    An autopsy has revealed an Indian yard worker died from a heart attack, not suffocation, as he entered a dredger tank.
  • Thoresen confirms deal
    Thoresen Shipping has confirmed that it was behind the purchase of a modern Japanese supramax bulker sold earlier this week.
  • Epic back in Japan
    Epic Pantheon International Gas Shipping has returned to Japan to order another pair of small LPG carriers.
  • Fund buys into Clarkson
    Clarkson has seen a third investment fund take a significant stake in the shipbroker in as many months.
  • GL targets Intra-Asia
    Germanischer Lloyd has unveiled a new design of containership specifically targetted at the Intra-Asia trades.
  • Reasons to party?
    As the great and the good of the industry gathered onboard the Christian Radich for the TradeWinds party at Nor-Shipping one question united them all. What next?

American Shipperweb site
JUNE 6, 2013
  • Coos Bay railroad signs 10-year deal
    The agreement with the Oregon International Port of Coos Bay, signed last week, is to run the 134-mile railroad. CBR has been running revenue freight trains on the line since October 12, 2011, under an interim agreement.
  • Japanese retailer buys U.S. logistics firm
  • FCA use grows as shippers seek more control
    "FOB has been the default shipping choice for years, primarily because companies didn't have offices in Asia or boots on the ground to arrange and track trucking and shipping," said an executive with Ryder.
  • ICS: Green regulations could cost $500 billion
  • House to preserve funding for port security grants
    The amendment to the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act would maintain funding for the Port Security Grant program. Last year, Congress appropriated $97.5 million for the program, a quarter of 2009's amount.
  • Kings Point names advisory board
    U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood named seven people to the board of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, which has been rocked by a series of controversies in recent years.
  • Volga-Dnepr brings new freighters to Paris-Vatry
  • Researchers to explore differential speed limits
  • Educating to prevent cargo theft
  • Musical piece won't offer much peace and quiet

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JUNE 6, 2013
  • Brightoil to add three barges to China ports in July
    Barges each have capacity to transport 7,000 metric tonnes of bunker fuel.
  • IFO prices falling in Middle East hub
    Average demand, despite public holiday in UAE.
  • Frontline 2012 defends newbuild programme
    'Historically low contracting costs and the fuel efficiency' will leave company well positioned.
  • Rotterdam prices sluggish
    But other ports register gains.
  • Switch to LNG 'will be cost efficient', says tanker operator
    LNG engines will provide 'a more environmental friendly and fuel efficient ship'.
  • ECA planned for Turkish Straits and Maramara Sea
    Turkey has adopted MARPOL Annex VI and is serious about reducing ship emissions.
  • European ECA boundary should be extended
    Local population needs protection from 'vessels belching out emissions banned inside Europe.'
  • Fuel oil stocks climibing in Singapore
    Market has been struggling to digest 'large volumes of high viscosity and high density product'.
  • New supplier enters Istanbul market
    SOCAR Marine began operations this week.
  • New warning over ECA threat to US cruise industry
    'We could see an exodus of ships.'
  • Asian bunker prices lack direction
    Offices in Busan were closed on public holiday.
  • New Europe/Asia head at Dan-Bunkering
    Carsten Ladekjaer to be based at the firm's headquarters in Middelfart, Denmark.
  • Clean Marine bags scrubber order for AET tanker duo
    Systems able to meet the current pH limit for washwater discharges.
  • Controversy in Maldives over bunkering for US Navy
    'We cannot allow them to make the Maldives a destination in which to refuel their ships,' says Minister.
  • MPA details benefits open to ships with scrubbers
    Singapore-flagged vessels will get a rebate on tonnage tax.
  • DNV:Changing vessel's bow saves fuel
    Successful work on older ship should encourage owners to follow.
  • Tesoro starts Kapolei refinery layoffs
    Search for a buyer for plant ongoing.
  • More powerful version of LNG dual-fuel engine launched
    New version of engine will increase interest in product, says Wartsila.

›››File
FROM THE HOME PAGE
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
- Via Raffaele Paolucci 17r/19r - 16129 Genoa - ITALY
phone: +39.010.2462122, fax: +39.010.2516768, e-mail
VAT number: 03532950106
Press Reg.: nr 33/96 Genoa Court
Editor in chief: Bruno Bellio
No part may be reproduced without the express permission of the publisher
Search on inforMARE Presentation
Feed RSS Advertising spaces

inforMARE in Pdf
Mobile