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August 8, 2013
Sched Netweb site
  • Hapag-Lloyd back in black, pre-tax profit up 112pc to US$228.1 million
  • HK's China Merchants opens Colombo International Container Terminal
  • Hamburg Sud takes delivery of third 9,814-TEU high reefer capacity ship
  • HK confident it can recall 60,000 tins of NZ suspect milk powder imports
  • Heavy lift Rickmers-Linie names Ben Line Agencies (HK) Ltd for PDR
  • Shipping at risk of terrorist attack off Yemen, warns British Government
  • Union rejects Royal Mail 8.6pc pay hike over 3 years, holds strike vote
  • China cancels export inspection and quarantine charges until January
  • China's shipping rates for boxes and bulk slow down in first half
  • Reforms credited with 10pc Hohhot rail freight rise to 17 million tonnes
  • Yingkou port container volume up 9.8pc to 2.68 million TEU in first half
  • China opens Baise-Cao Bang Vietnam direct passenger and freight service
  • Changsha in Hunan province plans modern agricultural logistics centre
  • Alataw Pass first half rail non-metal ore imports up 49.3pc to 18,000 tonnes
  • Sinotrans launches e-business platform for shippers to shop for forwarders
  • Anhui's Fuyang-Lu'an freight railway opens to traffic in August
  • Nanchang port first half container volume up 30pc to record 41,597 TEU
  • Hainan Sanya Phoenix Airport high-speed rail building starts in September
  • Logwin blames weak rates on first half's flat sales of US$827.5 million
  • Asia-east coast South America trade slows as need to cut capacity grows
  • New York Democrats table bill to empower ports to enforce costly eco laws
  • Near-sourcing means shorter supply chains: Turkey booster Davies Turner
  • 'K' Line sets up separate subsidiary in Japan to provide ro-ro services
  • V Alexander ships over-dimensional project cargo from Germany to India
  • West Africa lacks naval forces and shipboard guards to stop piracy
  • Hactl sees shippers switch from air to sea, weakening air cargo sector
  • US-EU differences on air-traffic control threaten transatlantic talks
  • Keen interest shown in India's US$5.7 billion airport privatisation

Exim Indiaweb site
AUGUST 7, 2013
  • Britain issues security alert to shipping cos operating off Yemeni coast
  • Essar Shipping registers consolidated net profit of 19.41 cr. in Q1
  • Liberia launches online MLC complaints resolution form for seafarers
  • Panama Canal expansion to be more than 60 pc complete this month
  • ADANI Vapi trade apprised of the advantages of Hazira Port
  • Afghanistan strikes port deal with Iran to avoid Pakistan
  • Day-long strike hits operations at Kakinada ports
  • MTHL fails to attract bidders yet again
  • Concern over mispricing of goods to stash dollars abroad
  • Govt mulls cut in iron ore export duty to boost exports
  • Govt not to ban onion exports, says domestic price rise due to other factors
  • Govt removes import duty on rice bran oil
  • INR pares early losses after govt action, still lower than Tuesday
  • IFFCO plants trees as part of I-Day celebrations

Marine Logweb site
AUGUST 7, 2013
  • Admiral says more about decision not to repair USS Miami
  • Caribbean MOU to stage first coordinated crack down
  • Rand Logistics reports latest quarterly results
  • Northrop Grumman donates software to U.S. Naval Academy
  • Chinese-built PSVs to have ABB dry type transformers
  • Huntington Ingalls reports increased income
  • Navy to scrap arson-damaged USS Miami
  • Harley Marine takes delivery of Conrad-built tug

World Wide Shipperweb site
AUGUST 7, 2013
  • Seattle Port Commissioners Ok viaduct replacement project funding
  • NOL Group releases first half 2013 numbers
  • Crowley Logistics Group named to top 100 list
  • Harley Marine takes delivery of newest tug SILVER
  • Union Pacific nets honor from Ford Motor Company

Lloyd's Listweb site
AUGUST 7, 2013
  • Essar Shipping profit falls 64%
    Indian carrier suffers from weak rates and demand
  • Oceanbulk and Oaktree buy Wah Kwong bulker
    Seven-year-old Cape Shanghai added to partners' big dry bulk play
  • Zhoushan pours money into shipping
    Chinese port city to provide direct subsidies to carriers expanding fleets
  • Zim to sell Black Sea slots to OOCL
    Move follows demise of the G6 Asia-Black Sea Express Loop 9 service
  • Yangzijiang confident of exercising $1.5bn order options by year-end
    At least four 10,000 teu boxships could be exercised with Seaspan
  • The International Ship and Port Facility Security Code explained
    Marsh marine vice-president Bob Morrison outlines what the code means
  • Textainer warns of subdued peak season and lower box production
    Lessor says increase in owned container fleet helped second-quarter revenues rise 8.4%
  • NOL slips back into the red in the second quarter
    Deteriorating market conditions and freight rates hit Singapore listed container shipping and logistics giant
  • Foiled port attack strengthens threat to shipping off Yemeni coast
    All shipowners should review their ship security plans, says BIMCO
  • Yangzijiang eyes merger opportunities at Chinese yards
    Half of all Chinese yards will fail within three to five years, predicts chairman
  • Can China maintain maritime growth and global sustainability?
    Greenwich Maritime Institute marks London International Shipping Week with conference
  • Small feederships in the scrapping waiting room
    Almost one-third of total world fleet in lay-up as larger vessels take precedence
  • UK ratifies Maritime Labour Convention
    MLC will create level playing field, says shipping minister
  • Maritime media pioneer David Cheslin dies
    Highly respected shipping media veteran dies after long illness
  • Asia-Europe rate increases announced for September
    Second successive hike in spot rates tempered by expectation of softening market to come
  • TransAtlantic losses shrink
    Swedish operator pushes ahead with restructuring of industrial shipping unit
  • Callimanopulos ups kamsarmax series in China to five
    Owner is also eyeing secondhand VLCC deals
  • DHT reports $7.7m loss
    Losses deepen for US tanker owner
  • Foreign lines may lose out in China's VAT reform
    Foreign carriers are liable to 6% tax while Chinese competitors are not
  • Box Ships lifts profits despite weak market
    Greece-based company pays dividend for ninth consecutive quarter
  • Paragon pockets early termination cash after breakeven quarter
    Gain on Korea Line settlement shares keeps bulker owner marginally in profit
  • Petronas move to buy its own LNG carriers will not hurt MISC, says Moody's
    Rating agency says the decision will help MISC's bid to control its debt
  • Yangzijiang Shipbuilding in strong second-quarter showing
    Singapore-listed, China builder reports mild drop in net profits and steady flow of orders
  • Ezion earnings make robust growth
    Offshore services operator reports 29% rise in net profit as Australian LNG projects come on line
  • AVIC Weihai pens handysize bulkers at $20m apiece
    Chinese yard to deliver three 37,650 dwt ships to Visentini and Globeco in 2015
  • Korea Line names SM Group as preferred bidder
    Offer includes a total equity infusion of $192m, including a corporate bond, to buy just over 50% of dry bulk operator
  • Maritime security mud-slinging on social media as competition heats up
    Reputation is the most valuable asset firms have when fighting to retain business

Fairplayweb site
AUGUST 7, 2013
  • Hapag restores profits
    GERMAN container line Hapag-Lloyd emerged today from year-on-year losses to €20.9M ($27.75M) in net profits for the second quarter
  • Growth of container volumes accelerates
    THE VOLUME of boxes rose year on year for the third consecutive month in June, Container Trade Statistics said today
  • Transatlantic cuts losses
    REDERI AB Transatlantic, the Stockholm-listed industrial shipping and offshore services vessel owner, said today it cut its losses in 1H13
  • KDM's cargo climbs
    UKRAINE'S KDM Shipping said it transported 337,100 tonnes of cargo in 1H13, a 45.4% jump year on year
  • Terror attack on Yemeni port foiled
    YEMEN'S government reportedly said today it broke up a conspiracy by Al-Qaeda to take control of Yemen's southern port of Mukalla
  • DHT turns to losses
    NYSE-listed tanker company DHT Holdings said it swung to losses in 2Q13
  • Essar profits fall 63%
    ESSAR Shipping said today its 2Q13 net profits amounted to 194M rupees ($3.2M), a 63% fall year on year
  • Odfjell buys terminal unit in South Carolina
    ODFJELL Terminals, part of the Bergen chemical carrier group Odfjell, said today it has signed a deal to buy Chem-Marine Corp of South Carolina
  • Paragon treads water
    NASDAQ-listed drybulk company Paragon Shipping eked out wafer-thin net profits of $17,032 for 2Q13, but the performance was based largely on a $3.1M gain on Korea Line Corp shares taken to the quarterly books
  • Profits rise at Box Ships
    MICHAEL Bodouroglou's NYSE-listed Box Ships has unveiled a 73% rise in 2Q13 net profits year on year
  • 'Strong growth' seen for Nam Cheong
    MALAYSIA's largest OSV builder Nam Cheong is expected to post 2Q13 revenues of 300M ringgit ($69M), up 78% year on year, DMG & Partners predicted today
  • Yangzijiang profits slip 19%
    SINGAPORE-listed Chinese shipbuilder Yangzijiang posted net profit of 1.5Bn yuan ($184M) in 1H13, down 19% on a year ago
  • Greeks rescue 34 migrants
    A GREEK Coast Guard unit has rescued 34 migrants who had scuttled their smuggling vessel when spotted off the island of Farmakonissi
  • Swissco profits halved
    SINGAPORE-listed Swissco Holdings reported a 52% year on year drop in profits to S$2M ($1.2M) for 2Q13, ended 30 June
  • Ezion's profits rise 29%
    SINGAPORE-listed Ezion Holdings today said its 2Q13 profits rose 29% year on year to $36.2M

The Journal of Commerceweb site
AUGUST 7, 2013
  • Schneider National to Open Phoenix Facility
    Schneider National is adding 200 truck drivers in Arizona and opening a facility in Phoenix. The new facility is scheduled to open in September to support increasing demand from customers in the western regional service, according to the firm, No. 7 on JOC's list of the of the Top 50 Trucking...
  • Maersk Inc. to Sell BTT Drayage Unit
    Maersk Inc. has agreed to sell substantially all of the assets of its Bridge Terminal Transport marine drayage subsidiary to an affiliate of Platinum Equity, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm. The transaction is expected to be completed about Sept. 1. Terms weren't disclosed. The sale will have no impact on...
  • Railroad Files for Bankruptcy After Quebec Disaster
    Montreal, Maine and Atlantic Railway, Ltd., the Maine-based railroad at the center of a July 6 derailment and explosion that killed 47 people in Lac-Mégantic, Quebec, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection today. In addition, Montreal, Maine & Atlantic Canada Co. filed a petition seeking relief under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement...
  • Deutsche Post DHL Posts 'Solid' Results in Second Quarter
    Deutsche Post DHL reported its profit in the second quarter of 2013 was €422 million (about US$562.2 million), improving from €196 million in the second quarter of 2012. Operating cash flow by division in the first half of 2013. Source: Deutsche Post DHL. Full-size image Quarterly revenue was €13.6 billion, slipping 0.6 percent...
  • US Diesel Prices Slip
    U.S. diesel prices through August 5, 2013 Full-size image U.S. diesel prices edged down 0.2 percent in the week of August 5, following four straight weeks of increases, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Prices fell in most regions of the United States. The national average price is currently $3.909 per gallon,...
  • Sub-Saharan Africa Export TEUs Down to Most World Regions
    Containerized exports from sub-Saharan Africa to North America and Europe experienced slight increases, each roughly 1 percent, in May. Exports to other regional trades fell by more than 10 percent year-over-year, with the largest drop being in container shipments to Australasia and Oceania, according to data from Container Trades Statistics. Sub-Saharan...
  • Port of Tacoma ranks highest on West Coast for ease of doing business
    The Port of Tacoma ranked highest among West Coast ports for ease of doing business in Logistics Management's 2013 Quest for Quality awards. Winners were selected by the magazine's readers-the buyers of logistics and transportation services. The awards recognized 129 top performers, including carriers, third-party logistic providers and ports. Readers evaluated ports...
  • NY-NJ Sets Aug. 19 Date for RFID on Trucks
    A program to require radio-frequency identification tags on trucks serving container terminals at the Port of New York and New Jersey will go into effect Aug. 19. The program originally was scheduled to go live on July 15. The RFID tag program requires trucks to register under the port authority's drayage...
  • Hapag-Lloyd Posts Profit Despite 'Unsatisfactory' Freight Rates
    Hapag-Lloyd reported its profit in the second quarter of 2013 was €20.9 million (about US$27.8 million), compared with a net loss of €7.3 million in the same period last year. "Although intense competition led to unsatisfactory rate levels, substantial cost cuts and a slight drop in the bunker consumption price were...
  • EU Customs Detained Nearly 40 Million Articles in 2012
    EU Customs: Registered detention cases and detained articles. Source: European Commission.The European Commission reported almost 90,000 detention cases were registered by European Union Customs in 2012, reflecting a continuation of the trend of the high number of shipments suspected of violating intellectual property rights. The high number of detentions reflected the...
  • AccellosOne Warehouse SuiteApp Achieves Built for NetSuite Verification
    COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado - August 6, 2013 - Accellos, a leading provider of supply chain execution software solutions, today announced that the AccellosOne Warehouse SuiteApp has achieved the Built for NetSuite verification. The AccellosOne Warehouse SuiteApp combines radio frequency, barcode technology, and a robust Internet-based architecture to deliver a powerful, scalable, flexible...
  • Expeditors International of Washington's Profit Rises 10 Percent
    Expeditors International of Washington reported its profit in the second quarter of 2013 was $92.32 million, up 10.0 percent from $83.96 million in the second quarter of 2012. However, revenue for the Seattle-based logistics company, No. 37 in JOC's list of the Top 50 Global Transportation and Logistics Companies, slipped 0.3...
  • Ford Motor Company Honors Union Pacific Railroad with Its Go Further Award
    Omaha, Neb., Aug. 6, 2013 - Union Pacific Railroad received a 2012 Go Further award from Ford Motor Company. The special honor was announced by Ford at its recently held 2012 World Excellence Awards ceremony and was presented to 35 global suppliers who demonstrated a "Go Further" mindset and continuous...
  • East-West US Intermodal Rate Index Falls for a Second Straight Week
    East-West spot rates, week of August 5, 2013 Full-size image Westbound U.S. intermodal rates slipped again in the week of August 5, pulling down the overall national index, according to data on all-inclusive 53-foot door-to-door spot pricing quoted by railroads and provided by the 3PL IDS. The composite index edged down 0.3 percent...
  • Matthias Loll Named VP - Project Development North America
    (Houston, TX - August 7, 2013)...UTC Overseas, Inc. is proud to announce that Matthias Loll has been promoted to Vice President Project Development North America. In his new position, he will oversee the growth and development of the company's UTC Canada and UTC Mexico offices and operations, working closely with...
  • White House Vetoes ITC's Ban on Apple Products
    The Obama administration has vetoed the U.S. International Trade Commission's ban on the import and sale of some Apple iPhones and iPads, citing concerns about patent holders gaining "undue leverage," as well as potential harm to consumers and competition in the U.S. economy. Michael Froman, U.S. Trade Representative, made the decision...
  • International Airlines Group chooses Office 365
    REDMOND, Wash., Aug. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- International Airlines Group (IAG), the parent company of British Airways and Iberia, and one of the world's largest airline groups, has selected Microsoft Office 365 as the business communication solution for around 58,000 employees, enabling its workforce to collaborate virtually anytime, anywhere around the world. "Giving our employees...
  • Ryder Honors 2013 Top Technicians in North America
    MIAMI, August 7, 2013 -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE:R), a leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today announced the winners of its 2013 Top Technician Recognition Program. This annual program is designed to identify, recognize, and reward Ryder's top performing technicians. Eligible participants for the national award are selected from...
  • Elemica Adds Supply Chain Industry Veteran Leadership as US and European Sales Realize Significant Growth
    EXTON, PA--(Marketwired - Aug 7, 2013) - Elemica, the leading Supply Chain Operating Network provider for the process industries, announces that Patrick (Pat) Faloona has joined the company as VP Sales for North America and Juan-Carlos Mani joins as VP Sales for Europe. Both have extensive experience with supply chain, transportation logistics, technology, and...

TradeWindsweb site
AUGUST 7, 2013
  • Matson on the up
    Profit soars in the second thanks in part to volumes tied to Jones Act liner trade.
  • DyShips losses stable
    DryShips reported net losses that were slightly better than Wall Street forecasts and revealed a deal with one lender to help lower debt costs.
  • DOE approves LNG license
    The US Department of Energy has approved another application to export domestically produced LNG from a facility in Louisiana to countries that aren't subject to a free trade agreement with the US.
  • All eyes on Jones Act
    Only two US shipyards are actively involved in the construction of crude and product carriers but this could change sometime soon.
  • Alterna clinches cash
    Alterna Capital of the US has secured the financing it needed to complete the acquisition of three medium-range products tankers from STX Offshore & Shipbuilding Co of South Korea.
  • BSC plots buying spree
    Bangladesh Shipping Corporation (BSC) is set to borrow $240m from China to fund its fleet expansion.
  • Hapag ditches duo
    Hapag-Lloyd has picked up close to $14m from a double demolition deal.
  • Stralsund deal close
    A deal to sell the bankrupt Stralsund shipyard in Germany is close, according to administrator Berthold Brinkmann.
  • Italy takes migrants
    Malta has struck a deal to end the stand-off over a Greek tanker carrying African migrants.
  • NOL cuts Q2 loss
    Neptune Orient Lines (NOL) remained in the red in the second quarter but its deficit was not as severe as the market feared.
  • Essar earnings eroded
    The tanker and bulker company said earnings to 30 June were INR 190m ($3.11m), compared to INR 539m in the same period of 2012.
  • RABT seeks more cash
    Sweden's Rederi AB TransAtlantic (RABT) will ask shareholders to approve a new rights issue as it seeks to shore up its finances.
  • DNB boosts TEN
    DNB Markets has upgraded Tsakos Energy Navigation amid progress in ship prices.
  • UK signs up to MLC
    The UK has finally ratified the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) to guarantee minimum employment standards for seafarers.
  • David Cheslin dies
    Well-known former shipping journalist and PR man David Cheslin has died.
  • Odfjell keeps growing
    Odfjell has continued a busy period for its terminal division with the purchase of a new facility in the US.
  • Sado Steam Ship slips
    Japan's Sado Steam Ship has posted a slightly higher loss in the first half of 2013.
  • Great Eastern buys again
    India's Great Eastern has added an MR tanker to its fleet as its renewal continues.
  • SM wins KLC race
    Korean construction group Samra Midas (SM) is the new buyer of bankrupt shipowner Korea Line Corp (KLC).
  • Hapag back on track
    German container line Hapag-Lloyd has returned to profit in the second quarter as costs were reduced.
  • Moody's cuts steel outlook
    The dry bulk sector has been dealt a psychological blow after Moody's cut its outlook for the Asian steel industry to negative.
  • Italians back at Wehai
    Italian shipowners Givanni Visentini and Mariano Pane have reportedly returned to China to order more handysize bulkers.
  • Ezion numbers surge
    Ezion Holdings has reported a bumper second quarter set of results and looks set to reward its shareholders.
  • Yangzijiang profits dip
    Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (Holdings) saw second quarter profits dip by 8%, but has added $1bn worth of orders so far this year.
  • Nyborg-led fund strikes
    IPSA Capital, a new shipping equity fund led by Klaus Nyborg, is reported to have made its first acquisitions.
  • DHT losses deepen
    Tanker owner DHT Holdings has slumped further into the red in the second quarter of 2013 as it continues its turnaround.

American Shipperweb site
AUGUST 7, 2013
  • Swift buys refrigerated carrier for $225 million
  • Port Authority of NY/NJ will start dray truck ID system
    Starting Aug. 19, trucks entering the secure area of a marine terminal in the Port of New York and New Jersey, must be registered in the port's drayage truck registry (DTR) and authorized to conduct business at port authority terminals.
  • Hapag-Lloyd, NOL results reflect lower freight rates
    Hamburg-based Hapag-Lloyd said it had a group profit of 20.9 million euros ($27.8 million) in the second quarter of 2013, while NOL of Singapore, parent of APL, had a loss of $35 million in the second quarter of this year.
  • C.H. Robinson acquisitions bring steep revenue rises
    In the second quarter, the Eden Prairie, Minn.-based logistics services provider saw total revenues shoot up 11.3 percent, year over year, finishing the period at $3.29 billion. For the year, revenues are up 14.1 percent.
  • 2Q earnings inch up at YRC
  • U.S. trade deficit drops sharply
    U.S. exports in June reached an all-time high of $191.2 billion, helping to narrow the trade deficit by 22 percent from May to $34.4 billion and possibly boost estimates for second quarter growth, according to the Commerce Department.
  • EPA sets biofuel requirements
  • Making LTL loads more desirable for carriers
  • Commerce secretary planning Mexico trade trip
  • Nairobi airport fire disrupts flights
  • ARC expands U.S.-flag ro/ro service in the Atlantic
  • Clean Cargo group adds members

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
AUGUST 7, 2013
  • Fujairah prices hold firm
    Tight avails reported at Fujairah.
  • Brightoil starts bunkering in Zhoushan
    Operations were set to start last month.
  • Prices falling on weaker crude
    Bunker prices in major European ports soft, bar LSFO in Hamburg.
  • NOL books loss
    But company says arrival of new, fuel-efficient ships supporting bottom line in tough market.
  • US ECA: Owners encouraged to report non-compliant fuels
    Enforcement agencies will 'take it into account' if ships report that sulphur tests were different from BDN.
  • Singapore fuel oil inventories bulk up
    But middle distillate stocks fall.
  • Asian bunker prices softening
    Offices in Singapore will be closed on Thursday and Friday.
  • Hapag-Lloyd makes quarterly profit
    Lower bunker prices supported its results.
  • Tidewater profits slide
    Higher operating costs eat into the bottom line.
  • Buckeye posts jump in quarterly profits
    Capacity expansion at BORCO terminal and fuel oil marketing business driving growth.

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