BRIEFS

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26 October 2025 - Year XXIX

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BRIEFS

July 15, 2013

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MOL Comfort oil slick disperses, partner OOCL announces total loss Fire on Ethiopian Dreamliner shuts Heathrow runways for 90 minutes Los Angeles container volume fell 7.2 per cent to 646,650 TEU in June North American, European retailers differ on Bangladesh factory safety Drewry: Do P3 alliance insider tensions make scheme a 'bridge too far'? Fujian's half-year box throughput up 10.4pc to 5.37 million TEU China's first-half railway cargo traffic drops 3pc, but reverses in Q2 EU ships carrying mostly EU goods to experience reduced custom checks Germany's Duisport to develop port-hinterland plan for Jebel Ali Canada scraps import some duties expanding cross-border e-commerce role New FAA rules require six times more flying time for US co-pilots SWISS World Cargo's load factor drops 0.7 per cent in first half UK's CFS Aeroproducts views merger with AEP as increasing capabilities Envirotainer teams up with CHEP Aerospace for air cargo containers

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JULY 12, 2013
MSC announces 3 new services connecting Red Sea, Africa Brokerage should be paid on total negotiated freight, say speakers Global liner schedule reliability sees slight decrease in May 2013 Last day of filing nominations today MOL starts new sailing rig onshore demonstration test MSC announces 3 new services connecting Red Sea, Africa NYK volunteers begin revitalisation activities in area devastated by Great East Japan Earthquake Ocean freight rates depend on market fundamentals in the long term, says Drewry Major Ports' container, overall throughput down in Q1 Stranded ships off harbour Court asks MbPT to take safety steps to protect navigational channel DICT sees grand, well-attended launch in Delhi Rains impact truck movement on trunk routes FinMin extends anti-dumping duty on rubber chemicals Food Ministry backs 7.5 pc import duty on pulses Forex reserves plunge to 3-year low of $ 280.17 bn June exports shrink by 4.56 pc to $23.78 bn Steps by govt & RBI help rupee to end higher at 59.60 MACCIA seminar on tapping new export markets on July 26 HANSA HEAVY LIFT handles heaviest cargo since inception Oman s Port of Duqm augmenting heavy lift capability Project cargo training mentors rising stars V. Alexander efficiently moves heavy cargo across countries & continents

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JULY 12, 2013
Napolitano to step down as DHS Secretary MAN gets LOI for four ME-LGI engines Havyard wins first wind farm service vessel contract MEO reels in orders, expands its fleet Loss of fore section a blow to MOL Comfort investigation

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JULY 12, 2013
Construction set to begin at Port of Portland business park Weekly rail traffic count rolls to both sides of ledger OOCL dropping Miami from GAX in favor of Port Everglades stop Parsons Brinkerhoff taps Jelenic as Los Angeles ports/marine manager Harley Marine moves tug to Port of Los Angeles

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JULY 12, 2013
Foreigners 'to dominate German ship equity' But development should be seen as boost rather than threat, says PwC Hamburg partner Sten Allan Olsson Stena founder built one of the world's largest ferry companies High US stocks slash demand for product tankers Threats to trades undermine favourable forecasts, says McQuilling Dorian LPG aims to join the top three Newcomer raises $168m for VLGC tonnage and plans Oslo listing by next year Awilco LNG pair attracts sale speculation Norway-based firm has yet to land charters for newbuildings to be delivered this year Odfjell plans Le Havre bulk liquid terminal Agreement supports drive to build chemical cluster on the Seine estuary Creditor urges CSC Phoenix to declare itself bankrupt Liquidation poses a very real threat to state-owned Chinese carrier August rate increases revealed as spot box rates slide Move aims to stem decline in Shanghai Containerised Freight Index Virginia posts record first-half box volumes Port authority points to improving US economy, new markets and expanding rail service Nigeria blockade halts 16 LNG vessels Payment dispute sparks unprecedented disruption, say analysts Capesize rates rebound Brokers brace themselves for volatile markets and volume recovery towards year-end ClassNK accelerates MOL Comfort probe Japanese class society vows to use its findings to enhance industry safety India's box volume slump continues Top 13 ports report a 4% dip in first-quarter throughput French state lands 6% CMA CGM stake Sovereign wealth fund appointees join boxship giant's board German lenders' dominance in national ship finance is under attack PwC highlights influx of outsider institutional investors and an eastbound shift in gravity Rising sun technologies Maritime Innovation Japan supports consolidation and develops better ships Star Bulk books two capesizes at Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Two Japan-built ultramaxes planned as Greek firm pursues STX for debt and damages New York judge grants STX Pan Ocean Chapter 15 protection Decision shields troubled South Korean firm from US ship arrests Korea Development Bank backs Sinokor's tanker charter project with Shell State-owned bank arranges and leads in $294m loan deal Risk and reward South Korea's yards are reaping the benefits of having seized the LNG challenge Court will hear Rongsheng's case to retrieve $103m deposit Case stems from dispute over withdrawal last year from acquisition of Quanchai Engine Intelligence firm doubles its Togo risk area as piracy spreads Nigeria and Benin areas are extended too

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JULY 12, 2013
Star Bulk seals 'eco' orders NASDAQ-listed Star Bulk has made good on its promise to dedicate rights offering proceeds to 'eco' bulker newbuildings Ezra bags $505M in deals SINGAPORE'S offshore contractor Ezra Holdings has clinched multiple projects in the North Sea, Africa and Mexico, worth an aggregate $505M Statoil rewards $126M FSU deal to Emas STATOIL has awarded a transport and floater installation contract for two floating storage units, with an option for a third, to Emas-AMC African risk areas grow BERGEN Risks Solutions told Fairplay today it has extended Gulf of Guinea risk areas because of a rise piracy attacks in Q213 Wind installations gain in Europe's offshore OFFSHORE wind turbine installation in EU waters is gaining momentum this year, which also boosts the tug, barge, heavy-lift and port sectors VLCC charterers and owners test wills BOTH OWNERS of VLCCs and their charterers are testing each other after a busy month in which spot rates increased, broker and analyst sources said today STX accelerates restructuring with STX Energy sale TX Corp said today that restructuring of the group - including STX Pan Ocean and STX Offshore & Shipbuilding - is gaining pace with yesterday's divestment of STX Energy Analysts cautious on VARD ANALYSTS were today urging caution on VARD's shares, as the Singapore-listed Norwegian offshore vessel builder's winning streak has been hampered by operational problems at its Brazilian yards and a slowing orderbook Chinese newbuilding orders doubled in 1H CHINESE yards' newbuilding orders increased 113.2% year on year to an aggregate 22.9M dwt in 1H13, the ministry of industry & IT said Blue Belt seen slashing freight costs PLANS to ease customs formalities for ships carrying EU shortsea cargoes could slash many more millions than expected from door-to-door freight bills Bullish Oz coal exports seen AUSTRALIA'S Bureau of Resources & Energy Economics has bullishly forecast a rise in coking coal exports from 158M tonnes this year to 218M tonnes by 2013 Profits fall 55% at Triyards SINGAPORE-listed Triyards Holdings posted profits of $7.5M for the third quarter ended 31 May, 55% lower year on year due to a 61% decline in revenues Charterers resisting rate rise for Capesizes BROKERS told Fairplay today that after Capesize rates rallied early this week, to resistance from charterers is now applying pressure Prompt requirements lift rates for Panamaxes PROMPT grain loadings from the Gulf of Mexico are lifting Panamax bulker rates, but brokers said a correction is expected once charterers come forth with forward dates

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JULY 12, 2013
Slowdown Hampers Cochin Terminal Operations A go-slow campaign by dockworkers has affected normal operations at the Vallarpadam International Container Transshipment Terminal in India's Port of Cochin, according to local shipping sources. A shipping line agent at Cochin said unionized dockers are demanding wage improvements and additional benefits. "The DP World Terminal has been facing slight productivity and... G&W's Year-Over-Year Rail Traffic Growth Slows Genesee & Wyoming, a major owner of short line and regional railroads in North America with significant operations in Australia as well, continued to experience year-over-year growth in June, although its traffic grew more slowly than in previous months. Its 2013 numbers, when compared to 2012, show extremely large increases... ATA Says Competition for Drivers Remains High The turnover rate at large and small truckload carriers rose as a result of the improving economy and continued competition for well-trained, professional drivers, according to the American Trucking Associations' Trucking Activity Report. "Our data shows that competition for drivers across the industry remains high," said Bob Costello, ATA's chief economist,... US Freight Shipments Continue to Rise The amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry in May rose 1.2 percent from the previous month and 2.7 percent from May 2012, according to a Freight Transportation Services Index release from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Bureau of Transportation Statistics. The May index was 114.3, the highest level... Super-Sized Terminal on the Horizon at Port of Oakland The Port of Oakland's board of commissioners has unanimously approved a lawsuit settlement that could produce the port's first super-sized terminal, Mercury News reports. The settlement, which will not be finalized until the seven-member board votes to approve it a second time later this month, allows SSA Terminals to end its... JOC-ECRI Industrial Price Index Rebounds JOC-ECRI Industrial Price Index, week of July 12, 2013 Full-size image A closely watched indicator of inflation saw its second straight week-to-week increase, although it remained below its one-year average for the fourth consecutive week. The Journal of Commerce-Economic Cycle Research Institute index registered 122.09 for the week ended July 12, up 0.85... Ocean Carrier Rate Revision Roundup for July 12 Major container lines have announced rate increases for a variety of trades, as detailed below, with most slated to take effect in August. Asia-Europe Four carriers have announced Asia-Europe rate hikes for Aug. 1: Hapag-Lloyd will boost rates for all cargo and container types from the Far East to the Mediterranean by $500... ILWU Loses APL Maintenance Work at Oakland Terminal A work stoppage that shut down the SSA Marine terminal at the Port of Oakland for one shift this week apparently was in vain as the International Longshore and Warehouse Union will lose its equipment maintenance and repair work on APL equipment to the International Association of Machinists. The terminal won... Napolitano Leaving Homeland Security Department Secretary Janet Napolitano testifies before the Senate Homeland Security Committee in 2012.Janet Napolitano will step down as secretary of Homeland Security in August after four years as one of the Obama administration's highest-ranking security officials. Napolitano announced her resignation today, saying she would be nominated as the next president of the... Sona Enterprises Finds Accellos Warehouse Management System (WMS) Software Implementation Fast, Easy COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado - July 11, 2013 - Accellos, a leading provider of supply chain execution software solutions, has issued a case study of AccellosOne Warehouse Management System (WMS) customer Sona Enterprises, a wholesale/distribution company. The Santa Fe Springs, California based company was running an out-of-date software version that ultimately prevented them... Port of Tacoma named green supply chain partner fourth year in a row The Port of Tacoma's sustainability commitment has earned it an Inbound Logistics Green Supply Chain Partner honor for the fourth year running. One of five U.S. ports selected, Tacoma was recognized for its efforts to reduce seaport-related air emissions through theNorthwest Ports Clean Air Strategy, retrofit lighting to save energy, and find innovative solutions to... Ryder Opens Two Natural Gas Fueling Stations in California MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in commercial transportation and supply chain management solutions, announced today that it has opened the first natural gas fueling stations in its North American network to serve both the general public and Ryder lease and rental customers. The Liquefied to Compressed Natural Gas... Dreamliner Fire Shuts Runways at Heathrow London Heathrow Airport shut down two main runways briefly on Friday after fire broke out aboard a parked Ethiopian Airways Boeing 787 Dreamliner airplane. The runways reopened around 6 p.m. local time, but delays are expected. No passengers were aboard the plane at the time of the fire, the airport said.... Port of Oakland Press Release - Port of Oakland Welcomes New Commissioner Michael Colbruno Oakland, CA - July 11, 2013 - On Thursday, July 11, 2013, former City of Oakland Planning Commissioner Michael Colbruno began his service as a Port of Oakland commissioner, participating in his first Port Board meeting. Mr. Colbruno was nominated by Oakland Mayor Jean Quan and unanimously approved as a Port... Odfjell Terminals signs Site Reservation Protocol in Le Havre Port, France Odfjell Terminals Europe and Grand Port Maritime du Havre (GPMH) have today signed a Site Reservation Protocol for a plot of land in the Port of Le Havre to develop a bulk liquid terminal. The planned terminal will be located inside the Port of Le Havre along the Grand Canal Maritime... DFW International Airport Board Selects Sean Donohue As New CEO For World's Fourth Busiest Airport DFW AIRPORT, Texas, July 11, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- After a comprehensive search process, the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport Board of Directors approved the designation of Sean Donohue as the next Chief Executive Officer of the Airport during its regularly scheduled board meeting today. Mr. Donohue currently serves as Chief Operating Officer of Virgin Australia, headquartered in... Port Authority applauds new business for local shipbuilding company TAMPA, Fla.-The Tampa Port Authority (TPA) is pleased that Edison Chouest Offshore (ECO), parent company of Tampa Ship LLC-the port's largest partners specializing in shipbuilding and repair-has announced major plans to expand its fleet and enlarge some of its facilities. Tampa Ship LLC is one of four U.S. affiliate shipyard sites...

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JULY 12, 2013
FREE looks to the future The future of Greek bulker owner FreeSeas looks a lot brighter now that the first phase of its financial restructuring is in the rear-view mirror, according to CEO Ion Varouxakis. KNOT seals dropdown Knutsen NYK Offshore is moving forward with a transaction that will see its shuttle tanker spinoff make good on a promise to pursue fleet expansion on the heels of a recent IPO. Sten Allan Olsson dies Swedish shipping legend Sten Allan Olsson has died at the age of 96. Saaremaa in the red Estonia's Saaremaa Shipping has posted a loss of EUR 3.8m ($4.95m) in 2012. Awilco clears the air Rumours are circulating about the potential sale of new new and old vessels by Awilco LNG. Odfjell heads to France Norway's Odfjell has snapped up a plot for a new tank terminal at Le Havre in France. Prestige spill trial ends Court hearings over one of the most controversial and costly of tanker spills have ended in Spain although it could be several months before a verdict is delivered. Star launches cape crusade Star Bulk Carriers has turned to Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding in China for a pair of eco capesize vessels and is close to sealing a deal with a Japanese yard for a pair of ultramax bulkers. China's rates crackdown China is to monitor the rates set by overseas shipowners in a bid to cut out any "price manipulation." ClassNK eyes speedy result Japan's Class NK plans to speed up the investigation into the cracking of the MOL Comfort after the remainder of the vessel sank near Yemen. HSH: more charges? Moody's has cut German lender HSH Nordbank's long-term rating over concerns of further losses from its shipping portfolio. Fredriksen unmasked John Fredriksen's Frontline 2012 has made another addition to its newbuilding orderbook. Phoenix faces new threat Struggling Chinese bulker owner CSC Phoenix is facing a fight against liquidation in its latest legal blow. Harbor Star delays IPO Philippines tug and salvage group Harbor Star Shipping Services has delayed its IPO by a couple of months. Comfort salvors head home The salvage team monitoring the site of the MOL Comfort sinking in the Indian Ocean is heading for home. Bargain basement We take a look at what was said in the market over the past week. Deiulemar dozen priced TradeWinds digests the digits making the headlines this week. Giants fight TMT Nobu Su has not been far from the headlines since the financial distress at TMT began to unwind. New COO for Bibby Bibby Ship Management has recruited shipping veteran Chris Stone as its new chief operating officer. STX safe downunder The Federal Court of Australia has given its recognition of STX Pan Ocean's bankruptcy proceedings in South Korea, a move that prevents the troubled company's creditors from arresting its ships while in Australian ports. Miclyn gets busy Miclyn Express Offshore has lined up $29m in new charter contracts as it orders up to eight new offshore vessels at shipyards in China and Singapore.

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JULY 12, 2013
Class society to expedite MOL Comfort inquiry DHS chief Napolitano announces departure Her September departure makes it likely that U.S. Customs and Border Protection will continue without a political appointee at its helm for the immediate future. Despite weak exports, space tight on some Chinese ships Great Lakes bulk volumes on slow decline U.S.-flag Great Lakes freighters carried 10.1 million tons of dry-bulk cargo in June. Cargo traffic is being hampered by low rainfall totals and dredging neglect that has forced lakers to carry less than their full capacity. Houston, New York top 2 U.S. cities for exports Last year, Houston ranked No. 1 with total exports of $110 billion, an increase of 5.6 percent over 2011, while New York clinched the No. 2 spot with $102 billion in exports. ITC: U.S. is world's largest services exporter Triton starts South America service 3PL spend growing at Fortune 500 firms More than 85 percent of Domestic Fortune 500 companies utilize 3PLs, and the amount of money these companies spend on 3PL services has grown by 67 percent since 2005 to $250.2 billion. Liberty Global to launch ro/ro service to Mideast Import, export prices fall in June UPS reduces guidance Truck restrictions unveiled for Maryland rail bridge Executive moves

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JULY 12, 2013
Weekly global market update A weekly price round up of bunkering hubs from around the world. Americas bunker prices edge higher to close out week West coast prices rise as demand increases. Prices fall in Fujairah Suez prices remain flat. Weak demand pulls prices down in Rotterdam Demand 'fell by the wayside' in Rotterdam, players said. New oil terminal at French port Work to start in 2015. Japan: May bunker fuel sales down 12% Outlook for June expected to mirror May. 'Surge of interest' in LNG for ships Operators of Rotterdam LNG terminal could build third jetty. Creditors criticise TMT bankruptcy case Another bunker company revealed as creditor. Asian bunker prices end week on stable note Smooth supplies were reported across all key Asian ports. EU MEPs addressing 'elephant in the room' on biofuels NGO welcomes move that can support 'production of genuine emissions reducing transport fuels'. Taiwan bunkering operations suspended over typhoon threat CPC temporarily ceases operating at the ports of Hualien, Suao, Keelung and Taichung, says source. Fire damaged bunker tanker had no cargo Company says all crew now safely ashore. Another order for GE dual-fuel propulsion systems To power six LNG carriers. China fuel oil stocks slightly down Volume down by 5.5% to 3.27 million mt in the week ending July 10. Cryogenic valve manufacturer gets cruise ship business Company to provide valves to TGE Marine for two, dual-fuel, cruise liners. Egyptian unrest could pose threat to shipping Bunker demand would rise if Suez Canal and oil pipeline were to close. Star Bulk Carriers to build four eco-bulkers Total investment estimated at $151 million. Workboat operator takes delivery of fuel-efficient newbuilds Development leaves Maritime Craft Services as the largest operator of twin axe vessels.

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PORTS

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

COMPETITION

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

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

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

PORTS

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%

PORTS

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

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%

LOGISTICS

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.

TRUCKING

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

PORTS

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.

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

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%.

PORTS

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

PORTS

Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base

SHIPPING

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.

CRUISES

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

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.

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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.

LEGISLATION

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

PORTS

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.

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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

PIRACY

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.

PORTS

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

ACCIDENTS

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"

TRADE

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

PORTS

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%.

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined

PORTS

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

LEGISLATION

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."

SHIPPING

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

TRADE

USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China

Washington

100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

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%)

SHIPPING

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

SHIPPING

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector

Rome

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

SHIPPING

ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels

Haifa

The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.

INDUSTRY

ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

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.

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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%)

SHIPPING

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%

PORTS

Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"

Naples/Rome

Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters

PORTS

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

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%.

PORTS

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%)

SHIPPING

ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.

Trieste

PORTS

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

FREIGHT TERMINALS

PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.

Padua

PORTS

Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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%.

SHIPPING

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

ACCIDENTS

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

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings

CRUISES

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

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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%

PORTS

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.

CRUISES

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.

PORTS

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

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.

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)

SHIPPING

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.

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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"

PORTS

Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.

Istanbul

15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe

ASSOCIATIONS

Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

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%

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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.

SHIPPING

Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.

Izmir

It will be held on a weekly basis

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

	Departure ports
	Arrival ports by:
	-	alphabetical order
	-	country
	-	geographical areas

MARITIME SERVICES

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

PORTS

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

TAXES

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

COMPANIES

P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%

SHIPYARDS

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

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)

PORTS

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

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.

Rome

PORTS

In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

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

SHIPYARDS

Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.

Genoa

It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard

SHIPYARDS

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

SHIPPING

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%

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies

OFFSHORE

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.

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

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

ACCIDENTS

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

PORTS

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.

EDUCATION

The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

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

SHIPPING

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

FINANCING

The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

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.

COMPANIES

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

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport

PORTS

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

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.

PORTS

Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor

Rome

Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities

SHIPPING

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

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.

COMPANIES

Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025

Milan

Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports

PORTS

The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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

CRUISES

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.

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

PORTS

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.

EDUCATION

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

LOGISTICS

Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.

Genoa

The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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.

LOGISTICS

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.

OFFSHORE

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

SHIPPING

The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

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

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

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

MEETINGS

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

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port

Villorba

The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

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.

SHIPPING

SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

MEETINGS

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

OFFSHORE

DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

PORTS

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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