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June 11, 2013
Sched Netweb site
  • Shanghai up 3.4pc in May to 2.9 million TEU, but slips from April growth
  • BIMCO, International Chamber of Shipping oppose soaring eco costs
  • Challenged Yantian looks to Shenzhen-Hong Kong cooperation for help
  • China-Hong Kong firm to start rival Panama Canal through Nicaragua
  • Top shipping CIOs at INTTRA Paris conference to enhance cooperation
  • Mundra among very few Indian ports able to dock 14,000-TEU vessels
  • Unifeeder to add new Moscow office to its St Petersburg base on June 1
  • Liverpool dredging starts construction of CT to dock 13,000-TEUers
  • DNV classification society: Bulbous bow redesign cuts fuel burn 5pc
  • Shin Kurushima Dockyard uses SmartMarine 3D solution for ship design
  • Deadlock over carbon emissions clouds IATA's brighter business outlook
  • Tianjin Airport takes measures to seek an air cargo breakthrough
  • Delta 'de-hubs' Memphis to 'station', cuts 60 daily flights, 230 jobs
  • South India's Tiruchi airport enjoys fruit and vegetable export boom

Exim Indiaweb site
JUNE 10, 2013
  • CK Line launching service connecting S. Korea, Vietnam & China
  • Evergreen Line chooses HAROPA - Port of Le Havre for its CES Asia-Europe service
  • India for freedom of navigation in global waters
  • Jebel Ali is Best Seaport in the Middle East again
  • MOL raises rates to Indonesia, Myanmar
  • OOCL hikes rates on two trade lanes from July 1
  • Shipping faces half trillion dollar environment costs, ICS Chairman tells Nor-Shipping
  • West Basin Container Terminal lease extended till 2030
  • World's largest containership inaugurated
  • Smooth sailing for Indo-Dutch trade ties
  • Cochin Port union pushes for end to hiring ban
  • Gujarat INTUC seeks monitoring of labour law implementation in unorganised sector
  • JNPT invites RFQs for fourth box terminal
  • Japanese consortium to develop part of western freight corridor
  • Food Ministry to push for greater wheat exports
  • INR nosedives to a lifetime low of 58 against dollar
  • L&T gets orders worth INR 2,002 cr.

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Eurotunnel banned from ferry activities
  • New ports for Brazil?
  • New marketplace for port of Hamburg
  • Easyfresh and Radiant Maritime join forces in India
  • Swiss Post focuses on online business
  • Port of Long Beach selects interim director
  • Logwin sells three branch offices in Germany to Geis
  • Kabul airport under attack
  • Seats change hands at German logistics association
  • SDV International Logistics reorganized
  • US Airways launches second Latin American service
  • 50 new Isuzu trucks delivered to Palmer and Harvey in UK
  • CargoBeamer commences intermodal services
  • Renault presents new range of trucks
  • Latvia: road haulage rising railfreight dwindling
  • Alitalia increases Abu Dhabi service

Marine Logweb site
JUNE 10, 2013
  • Harvey Gulf moves ahead on LNG fueling facility
  • ICS offers guidelines on establishing a safety culture
  • Ensco orders its eighth Samsung drillship
  • Wärtsilä X40 passes Type Approval test
  • Seajacks orders world's largest wind farm installer
  • NAT cancels agreement to buy Suezmax
  • RINA launches new rules, notations and guidance
  • High capacity LNG bunker barge design unveiled

World Wide Shipperweb site
JUNE 10, 2013
  • ADM opens new terminal at Port of Portland business park
  • TOTE vessels honored for innovative ship design
  • Port of Everett schedules tours of working waterfront
  • Allegiant adding flights between Bellingham, Reno-Tahoe
  • New commanding officer for Bellingham Cutter TERRAPIN

Lloyd's Listweb site
JUNE 10, 2013
  • Caveat emptor
    Is borrowing against scrap value brave or foolhardy?
  • German financier offers shipping 'payday loans'
    High interest borrowing now available against scrap value
  • A new solution for sub-prime shipping?
    Finance experts voice reservations for Northern Invest's collateralised debt obligation scheme
  • MCA chief executive suffers heart attack
    Parkes steps in to replace Massey as union calls industrial action
  • Navios duo faces 'minimal' discomfort from STX fall-out
    Analyst says charter default insurance and rising product rates should save the day
  • Pacific Basin launches $115m bulk carrier spending spree
    Hong Kong company buys secondhand ships it had on charter
  • Japanese put dry bulkers up for sale
    Secondhand prices continue to rise, particularly for panamaxes
  • China consortium bets on Beijing backtracking on valemax ban
    Port giants pledge to upgrade country's largest iron ore terminal
  • STX Pan Ocean lists defaults on seven Korean bonds worth almost $1bn
    Company makes the admission in a court filing following default
  • Chittagong worker's death casts ship breakers under fresh scrutiny
    Bangladesh yards face another clampdown if fatal incidents continue
  • Dubai's Drydocks World needs innovation to rebuild its fortunes
    Buamim talks about moving the business forward and out of debt
  • Yards offer bargain prices as boxship ordering gathers pace
    Lines cut their slot costs by booking larger vessels
  • Those who closed their chequebooks may have missed the boat
    Reports of rising newbuilding prices raise hope that ordering rush is losing steam
  • Boxship cascading blamed for rates collapse
    Drewry cites switching of surplus 8,000 teu ships to Asia-South America trade and launch of new MSC service
  • Indian discharge delays push gas carrier market to new highs
    Rates for Middle East to Asia voyages hit nine-month peak
  • Easy money in Oslo
    Norway's bond market growth should deliver a message to the banks
  • Guardcon can protect shipowners against guards' certification fraud
    BIMCO security chief says it falls to firms to guarantee that permits and licences are valid
  • Security certificates fraud is a global epidemic, claim vetting experts
    Trained ex-soldiers pay for unneeded extra courses to produce 23 pieces of paperwork
  • SCI and Gail agree long-term LNG shipments from the US
    Deal could support at least 10 gas carriers
  • NewLead unwinds nickel wire for equity deal
    Shares will be cancelled and $200m nano-tech material returned to owner
  • London Gateway names Marks & Spencer as first customer
    Port confirms retail giant as first user
  • LNG bunkering must do more to improve safety
    Draft guidelines demand greater care over explosions and asphyxiation

Fairplayweb site
JUNE 10, 2013
  • Hansa piles up tonnage
    HANSA Shipping, the ship management affiliate of Hamburg KG house and shipping group Hansa Treuhand, has bolstered its fleet with a bunch of new management contracts
  • Box rate falls jeopardise July rise plans
    CARRIERS' plans to impose box rate increases before the peak season starts next month are today in doubt as long-haul rates continue to deteriorate
  • Crew rescued as ship fails on maiden voyage
    TEN crew members have been rescued from an Indian cargo ship making its maiden voyage after it drifted and got stuck at Ratnagiri, Maharashtra
  • Capesizes buck summer lull
    CHINESE buyers acquired two Capesizes last week, defying what is normally a quiet summer period for sales
  • STX unit agrees to delay bond payments
    STX CORP said today that its subsidiary Forcetec has signed accords with its creditor banks to delay payments tied to maturing bonds
  • Price variety enlivens recyling sector
    THE BREAKING market experienced a mixed fortune last week, as different prices were offered in various recycling nations under different market conditions
  • AET sells another VLCC
    AET Tankers has reportedly sold a third VLCC, just two months after selling two VLCCs to the Onassis Group

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JUNE 10, 2013
  • American Airlines' Cargo Rose in May
    The parent of American Airlines, AMR Corp., reported May cargo figures for its principal subsidiary, showing an increase to 161,732 million ton miles, up 4.1 percent from 155,303 million ton miles reported in May 2012. For the five months to May 31, ton miles dropped to 718,852, a 4.4 percent decrease...
  • Union Pacific Recognized by WWL Vehicle Services Americas with Rail Carrier of the Year Award
    Omaha, Neb., June 10, 2013 - Union Pacific Railroad received the 2012 Rail Carrier of the Year Award from WWL Vehicle Services Americas. The award evaluates rail carriers on important criteria such as transit and damage-free delivery performance. It is the third consecutive year Union Pacific won this award. "Receiving this...
  • Fisher, King, Rouvelas to Receive AOTOS Awards
    The United Seamen's Service 2013 Admiral of the Ocean Sea Awards will be presented to Philip W. J. Fisher, president of Chas. Kurz & Co.; U.S. Rep. Peter King, R-N.Y.; and Emanuel Rouvelas, maritime attorney and partner at K&L Gates. The awards will be presented at a gala industry dinner and...
  • LTL Trucking Companies Aim for Higher Rates
    Each year, as the days get longer and skies sunnier, less-than-truckload motor carriers roll out general rate increases. The parade of GRIs is as sure a sign summer has arrived as highways clogged with beach-goers on Memorial Day weekend. Those GRIs cover only non-contract tariff-based business, typically a smaller portion of...
  • Brazil's Wilson Sons Posts TEU Volume Growth in May
    Wilson Sons reported that its container terminals in Brazil handled a total of 77,600 20-foot-equivalent units in May, jumping 14 percent from 68,100 TEUs in the same month in 2012. Tecon Rio Grande moved 53,600 TEUs in May, increasing 13.8 percent year-over-year, and Tecon Salvador moved 24,000 TEUs, rising 14.4 percent. Year-to-date,...
  • Report: Import Volume at US Retail Ports to Remain Weak
    Major U.S. retail container ports are expected to see a 1.1 percent year-over-year increase in import volume in June, reflecting "modest growth expectations" as retailers head the back-to-school and holiday seasons, according to the latest monthly Global Port Tracker report, released by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates. "With the...
  • Canada Slams USDA's Country of Origin Labeling Rules
    Canada's government has condemned the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Country of Origin Labeling program, which requires origin destinations of muscle cut covered commodities to include information about where each of the production steps occurred and removes the allowance for commingling of muscle cuts. "Despite consistent rulings by the World Trade Organization,...
  • US Customs to Enter New Phase of ISF Enforcement
    U.S. Customs and Border Protection will enter into the liquidated damages phase of the Importer Security Filing enforcement process, starting July 9. The agency will begin to enforce liquidated damages, adding to the use of manifest holds and nonintrusive inspections to enforce ISF compliance. Customs may issue liquidated damages of $5,000...
  • Express Association of America Forms Export Panel
    The Express Association of America, representing DHL, FedEx, TNT and UPS, has formed an export committee to manage policy issues affecting the efficiency of their supply chains that move products out of the U.S. "Over the past year, the U.S. government has made significant changes to the export controls regime for...
  • Trucking Companies Sue LA Over Railyard Project
    Six trucking companies have sued Los Angeles and the Port of Los Angeles Harbor Commission to block the construction of a recently approved $500 million railyard near the Los Angeles-Long Beach port complex, Courthouse News Service reports. The businesses claim the city and harbor commission abused powers of eminent domain and...
  • Key Strategies for Streamlining Your Import Process
    New GTM technologies are increasingly important to automate global operations across procurement, logistics, and trade compliance business processes. By integrating a supply chain visibility solution with your import compliance program, you will have the tools needed to collect, organize and report the key data elements to ensure optimal supply chain...
  • Update: NY's Maher Won't Accept Exports Today
    Maher Terminals is continuing to work on the computer issues affecting its main terminal and main chassis depot at the Port of New York and New Jersey and will not be receiving exports or empties at the main terminal for the rest of the day. Any trucks that are already inside...
  • Novo Express Merges Operations With DGX, DAX
    Novo Express International has merged a significant portion of its operations with Dependable Global Express and Dependable AirCargo Express. Novo Express, a U.S. customs broker and freight forwarder, specializes in trade to and from the Middle East and China, while DGX, also a customs broker and freight forwarder, is active in...
  • Big Retailer to Invest in DC at London Gateway Port
    DP World's London Gateway container port has signed up the U.K.'s biggest food and apparel retailer, Marks & Spencer, as the first customer for its giant logistics park. M&S plans to invest £200 million ($310 million) in a 900,000-square-foot distribution center adjoining the container port, which is scheduled to open at...
  • India Awards Contract for Delhi-Mumbai Rail Corridor
    A consortium of Japanese conglomerate Sojitz Corp. and domestic infrastructure major Larsen and Toubro has won a contract to develop the first phase of India's long-planned rail freight corridor between Delhi and Mumbai. The project, worth approximately $1.2 billion, is part of Indian Railways' Western Dedicated Freight Corridor, which aims to...
  • Canada's Railways Urged to Install Recording Devices
    Denis Lebel, Canada's minister of transport, infrastructure and communities; minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec; and minister of intergovernmental affairs, has released a study by the nation's Advisory Council on Rail Safety's Working Group on Locomotive Voice and Video Recorders, which calls for...
  • Delmas to Include South Africa in MIDAS Service
    Delmas will upgrade its MIDAS Line service, connecting India's west coast and the Middle East with South Africa and West Africa, by extending coverage to South Africa. The new rotation starts on June 23 at Mundra, India, with the Albert Rickmers, voyage MU655W, with an estimated time of arrival in Durban,...
  • Infrastructure's Rallying Cry
    For the last couple of years, I've engaged in a regular e-mail exchange with a few friends - several retired steamship line executives, others who are still active, and a port executive - about the ocean carrier industry and the issues affecting it. Our club of 11 has a combined -...
  • Talks Break Down Between Cargolux, Unions
    Talks between Cargolux and labor unions over planned employee cost savings have broken down, shortening the odds on a strike at Europe's largest all-cargo airline. Unions rejected a final offer from the Luxembourg-based carrier, and negotiations will now continue with the participation of a third party mediator. Cargolux said it regretted the...
  • Hapag-Lloyd's India-Europe Rates to Increase
    Hapag-Lloyd will hike rates for all shipments from India's Zone 1 to North Europe and the Mediterranean, beginning July 11. The increase will be $250 per 20-foot-equivalent unit, the container line said. India's Zone 1 comprises the nation's west coast ports and all inland container depot locations moving via the ports of...

TradeWindsweb site
JUNE 10, 2013
  • Navios in the clear?
    The collapse of STX Pan Ocean is unlikely to have a significant impact on Navios Maritime Partners or Navios Maritime Acquisition Corp, according to an equity analyst at Deutsche Bank.
  • Excel gets a lifebelt
    Excel Maritime is poised to enter a pre-packaged restructuring that will substantially boost the balance sheet of the struggling bulk carrier owner, according to market sources.
  • Cargill takes tanker
    Ardmore Shipping of Ireland has fixed another chemical tanker to US commodities giant Cargill.
  • STX faces US suits
    Bulkers with ties to STX Pan Ocean have emerged as the targets of two lawsuits filed against the embattled South Korean operator in the US.
  • GZE buying Titan yard
    There was more good news for struggling Titan Petrochemicals on Monday as its backer said it was buying the group's Titan Quanzhou Shipyard.
  • FSL wins reprieve
    First Ship Lease has secured a six-month grace period from its lenders in a pact which has seen the company's ships pledged to banks.
  • Centaurus stays on
    Nasdaq-listed Diana Containerships has won an extra six to 10-month charter for one of its boxships from CMA CGM.
  • Atlantic orders again
    Norway's Atlantic Offshore has returned to Spain's Astilleros Zamakona for another newbuilding.
  • Pac Basin buys 10
    Pacific Basin Shipping has splashed out $120m to buy a series of 10 bulkers it previously had on charter.
  • Chinese cash for canal?
    A Nicaraguan canal has moved a step closer after the country's president Daniel Ortega said it will be built by a Chinese consortium.
  • STX PO reveals defaults
    Troubled Korean bulker owner STX Pan Ocean has listed a series of bonds in default following its filing for court restructuring on Friday.
  • Quotes of Nor-Shipping
    Nor-Shipping was alive with activity last week and those with tired legs and sore heads today will know it was not possible to see everything you wished.
  • Ten crew rescued
    Police and fishermen help seafarers after Indian cargoship goes adrift off Ratnagiri.
  • China raises sights
    China is looking for the shipbuilding industry to make a larger financial contribution, a new report says.
  • Ferry dangerous
    A stowaway has been nabbed by Spanish police after hiding next to the propellers of a ferry.
  • AET sheds VLCC
    AET of Malaysia has sold off its third VLCC of the year, brokers believe.
  • Crewman drowned
    A seafarer has died after an incident on a United Nations-chartered ro-ro off Liberia.
  • Kayne ties up KNOT stake
    Kayne Anderson Capital has already topped up its leading position in recently listed KNOT Offshore Partners.
  • Ceona inks debut order
    UK offshore operator Ceona has lined up its first order - a pipe-laying ship in Germany.
  • Bright scraps bulker
    Bright Navigation of Greece is said to have fetched a strong price for one of its panamax bulkers.
  • Subsea 7 scoops more
    Oslo-listed Subsea 7 has won more work for its 2012-built pipe-layer Seven Borealis.
  • Yinson bids for FOP
    Yinson Holdings has launched a recommended voluntary cash offer for Norwegian rival Fred Olsen Production (FOP).
  • STX O&S on track
    A restructuring plan for Korean yard STX Offshore & Shipbuilding will be submitted this month.
  • Samsung adds drillship
    Samsung of Korea has won another drillship newbuilding order for delivery in the second half of 2015.
  • Potty new CCO at MCC
    MCC Transport, AP Moller Maersk Group's intra-Asian operation, has named Naresh Potty as its new chief commercial officer.
  • Nose jobs slash bunkers
    Hyundai Merchant Marine's decision to redesign the bulbous bows on some of its boxships is already paying dividends, says DNV.
  • Wallem beefs up
    Wallem has appointed a new managing director for its ship management division, as it looks to bolster its management team.

American Shipperweb site
JUNE 10, 2013
  • Drewry says transatlantic trade 'continues to disappoint'
  • Rates fall in Asia-east coast South America trade
    An effort by container shipping companies to deal with surplus tonnage by cascading 8,000-TEU vessels into the trade lane between Asia and South America's east coast "appears to have seriously backfired," Drewry said.
  • Vitran signs interline agreement
  • FedEx Freight to hike rates
  • TNT to lay off Italian workers
  • MSP ships will be hit by sequestration
    Operators of 60 U.S.-flag ships in the Maritime Security Program will only get about 75 percent of their normal monthly stipend in August and none in September due to sequestration of the federal budget.
  • Express carriers to help shape U.S. export policy
    The Express Association of America, representing the four largest integrated express carriers, DHL, FedEx, TNT and UPS, said it is forming an Export Committee to manage policy issues that effect shipping from the United States.
  • Nicaragua leaders push Panama Canal alternative
    News reports say a Chinese company, HK Nicaragua Canal Development Investment, is working with the Nicaraguan government on a $40 billion project that would provide a vessel transit alternative to the Panama Canal.
  • Damage collections for ISF non-compliance to begin
  • AP: EU to approve Delta-Virgin deal
  • Europe, Israel sign air agreement
  • Executive moves
  • FMC reviews 5 OTI license applications

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JUNE 10, 2013
  • Prices start week sluggish in Europe
    Mixed outlook in Hamburg.
  • Good avails in Fujairah
    Intermediate fuel oil (IFO) prices in Fujairah virtually unchanged.
  • Green light for Gulf gas bunkering facility
    Completion is slated for 2014.
  • Russia's fuel oil policy 'is failing'
    Government attempts to use tax to drive down fuel oil output have made little impact, say analysts.
  • STX ships in US arrests
    Bomin, WFS move against STX assets.
  • Draffin: LNG-fuelled ships 'is not science fiction'
    Supply chain is spreading and international voyages are already a reality.
  • Market 'hungry' for fuel efficient ships
    'Everyone knows the only way to drive down costs is to work very hard on the fuel consumption.'
  • Oldendorff orders eco-ships to stay competitive
    Higher bunker costs from 2015 combined with weak rates makes fuel efficiency key, bunker department director tells conference.
  • High fuel costs partly to blame for STX Pan Ocean's fall
    But company should re-emerge around shipbuilding core.
  • Asian bunker prices open week flat
    Most Asian ports saw average demand on Monday.
  • Suppliers 'bankrolling shipping' with $195 billion
    Important 'not to give credit away cheaply' Tolson tells Istanbul Bunker Conference.
  • Concept LNG bunker barge unveiled
    LNG bunker barge designed by NLI Solutions, Rolls-Royce and Wilhelmsen Technical Solutions.
  • Norden committed to transition to fuel efficient fleet
    Firm is 'well prepared' to make more investments, says Carsten Mortensen.
  • US government loan applied for LNG-fuelled box ships
    Loan application by TOTE currently pending approval, says MARAD.
  • Shipping firm places second order for efficiency software
    Sea trials indicated fuel savings of 5.8%, says Bore.
  • Fuel-efficient LNG newbuilds secure charters
    Teekay vessels to enter five-year contracts with Cheniere Marketing.
  • NOx technology 'less effective in certain areas', says ferry operator
    SCRs can't be used 'in places where you want to use it', according to ship operator.
  • MSC updates bunker charges
    New rates start from July 1.

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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
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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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