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BRIEFS
July 17, 2013
Sched Netweb site
  • US and China restart investment treaty despite Snowden 'disappointment'
  • Kuehne + Nagel's second half shows positive growth
  • Shandong provincial seaport volume up 12.6pc in 6 months to 10.6 million TEU
  • Washington state carrier Westwood launches transpacific reefer box loop
  • Monrovia cargo doubles as China-owned mines add more tonnage this year
  • Costly port accidents avoidable using procedures, training: TT Club
  • French GeoPost to buy 40pc of Indian express delivery major DTDC
  • Tworty container that can be used as TEU or FEU makes debut
  • Royal Mail IPO-bound, London ends control, but keeps share for self, workers
  • FedEx expands Beijing Capital International Airport facility, Northern China
  • Moscow's Domodedovo Airport posts 2.5pc higher cargo volumes in June
  • Illicit weapons' shippers turn to air freight as faster and more porous
  • Insolvent Air Cargo Germany reportedly in contact with American investor

Exim Indiaweb site
JULY 16, 2013
  • Crystal Cruises selected world's best for record 18th year
  • GPLN to conduct next heavy transport & lifting course on Oct. 29 in Singapore
  • IMO, ICAO & WCO heads discuss measures to strengthen global supply chain security
  • Panama Canal looking to fit super post-Panamax vessels
  • Suez Canal Authority wants clear information on below deck tonnage
  • Engineering sector seeking new markets in Africa
  • MSC Belgium's box release system enhances security at Antwerp port
  • Ashutosh Container Services launches ICU on wheels ambulance service
  • IMG to work on clearing railway backlog
  • Railways commodity wise freight revenue up 8.41 pc in Q1
  • Govt fast tracks infra projects
  • RBI intervention helps INR bounce back
  • Infrastructure Update

Marine Logweb site
JULY 16, 2013
  • Charges unsealed in counterfeit semiconductor case
  • American Cruise Lines appoints Director of Marine Operations
  • Norwegian Cruise Line orders second Breakaway Plus
  • USCG issues report on Carnival Splendor fire
  • Cargotec to acquire Hatlapa
  • Chinese LNG carriers to have fuel sharing MAN DF engines
  • Panama finds missile components on North Korean ship

World Wide Shipperweb site
JULY 16, 2013
  • Westwood Shipping Lines adds new reefer service
  • New Asia/Australia/New Zealand run started by three shipping Lines
  • NYK's Crystal Cruises nets World's Best nod again
  • Port of Vancouver decant project set to go on-line at month end
  • Port of Olympia solar project brings return on investment

Lloyd's Listweb site
JULY 16, 2013
  • RightShip bolsters its vetting procedures
    Firm appeases its critics by opening its inspection reports to scrutiny and redress
  • North Korean weapons ship seized in Panama
    UPDATED: Cargoship with alleged military cargo had left Russia headed for Cuba
  • Ceyhan halts aframax shipments of Iraqi crude again
    New repairs to sabotaged pipeline prevent exports via Turkish port
  • Carriers seek stability from box hedging, say brokers
    Supporters say shipping lines can steady their finances by offsetting exposure
  • Hellenic negotiates a $15m price cut for two kamsarmaxes
    Deal follows delivery delay at Zhejiang Ouhua
  • A coalface view of shipping accounts
    The job of the financial statements is to reflect transactions and balances fairly
  • Hyundai Heavy Industries posts 69% jump in first-half orders
    South Korean giant reports gains in shipbuilding and offshore
  • Damietta makes a pledge to dredge
    Inability to handle ultra-large tonnage sees Egyptian box port lose business to rivals
  • Fall in US crude stocks raises hopes that imports will boost tankers
    Commercial inventories fall 2m barrels for week to July 12
  • DP World denies buying a stake in Colombia terminal
    Dubai port giant says reports of a $150m deal for Buenaventura interest 'are not accurate'
  • China Merchants buys $714m worth of investment products
    Cash-rich owner seeks better returns despite weak tanker markets
  • Carriers launch intra-Asia service
    APL, ANL and Hanjin target New Zealand reefer demand
  • Kexim raises shipowner lending target to $3bn
    Bank announces $450m loan for Golar LNG newbuildings at Samsung Heavy Industries
  • Foreigners to dominate German shipping equity, PwC predicts
    But development should be seen as boost rather than threat
  • Q&A: Watson, Farley & Williams global shipping sector head Chris Lowe
    Export credit agencies are extraordinarily important and increasingly visible
  • BIMCO issues hull cleaning clause for charter contracts
    Owners pay the price for slow steaming with higher maintenance costs
  • Two-year plan to develop hull performance standards
    Proposal will help owners to judge hull coating makers' competing eco-claims
  • Court decisions add to confusion over knock-for-knock cases
    Drafts may need to spell out that they mean to cover any and all breaches of contract
  • Automatic extensions are unworkable
    Delay by a buyer to a vessel's construction does not automatically extend delivery date
  • Loosen the purse strings
    Dealogic's latest data shows loans reserved for trophy transactions and top-tier players
  • Ban the ban
    Beijing must look again at the valemax issue and lift restrictions on giant bulkers
  • Buyers seek product tankers amid bright forecasts
    But critics highlight sector's challenges

Fairplayweb site
JULY 16, 2013
  • NCL doubles up
    NASDAQ-listed Norwegian Cruise Line today confirmed it has exercised its option for a second 'Breakaway Plus' newbuilding at Germany's Meyer Werft
  • DNV-GL combination cleared
    THE EC today gave its unreserved approval to combining the European classification societies Germanisher Lloyd and Det Norske Veritas
  • LA box exports slide
    CONTAINER exports from Los Angeles fell 15% year on year in June to 148,204teu, as the largest US box port struggled with stagnant overseas demand
  • Greeks hold 369 in migrant smugglings
    GREEK officials are holding 369 people in the last week's cases of migrant smuggling
  • Box Ships plots preferred sale
    SHIPOWNER interest in perpetual preferred equity continues to build, with Michael Bodouroglou's Box Ships announcing an offering today
  • Spain's yards issue final plea
    SPANISH yards have called for a final push by Madrid to prevent the annihilation by the EC of Spain's private-sector shipbuilding
  • Crude tanker investors seen as overoptimistic
    EVERCORE analyst Jon Chappell has again cut his tanker rate outlook and warned that buoyed crude sentiment is not supported by fundamentals
  • USCG faults Carnival Splendor crew
    THE US COAST Guard today confirmed that human error, in addition to equipment malfunction, played a pivotal role in the November 2010 fire and propulsion loss aboard the Carnival Splendor
  • Drill ship orders reflect bullish offshore market
    RECENT orders for drill ships at Samsung HI and Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering suggest that shipowners remain bullish on the offshore market, a sector analyst said today
  • VLGC rates keep sliding
    A LACK of trading interest in LPG is causing VLGC rates to keep falling
  • China to require reports of shipping rates
    CHINA'S transport office reportedly plans to require shipping companies to report their rates to the Shanghai Shipping Exchange
  • VLCC fixed to load jet fuel
    IN A FIXTURE surprising the market, the VLCC Maran Callisto has been booked to load jet fuel in the Persian Gulf
  • Bulker S&P defies summer lull
    THE RALLY in the Baltic Dry Index is continuing to support bulker resales, defying expectations of a usual quiet summer
  • China's ship exports fall
    CHINA's vessel exports fell 27.8% year on year to $12.1Bn in the first five months in 2013, according to customs statistics

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JULY 16, 2013
  • Simatech Orders Container Ships for First Time in Eight Years
    Simatech Shipping has ordered up to four 4,350 20-foot-equivalent unit, wide-beam container ships from Taizhou Kouan Shipbuilding, a privately-owned Chinese yard, for $150 million. The deal is Simatech's first container ship order in eight years and marks a shift into a larger size of vessel for the carrier. It includes two...
  • CEVA Logistics to Expand in Virginia
    EVA Logistics will expand to a new location in Richmond, Va., later this summer. Located at the Richmond Airport Distribution Center, the new facility is a multi-use site that will manage the logistics needs of several global brands, with room to expand. Additionally, the new facility triples of the number of...
  • Port of Hueneme Names Demers Chief Operations Officer
    The Port of Hueneme has hired John Demers as chief operations officer, according to Kristen Decas, the California port's CEO and director. Demers, who is retiring from the Navy, will begin his new post on July 23. "John comes to us with a strong background in operations and logistics in his over...
  • Port of Charleston's Container Traffic Rises 9 Percent
    The Port of Charleston's container traffic in the fiscal year ending June 30, 2013, totaled 1.56 million 20-foot-equivalent units, increasing 9 percent over the previous year. "The shipping industry trend toward mega-consortia will ultimately be an advantage for deep water harbors, like Charleston," said Jim Newsome, president and CEO of the...
  • CSX's Profit Rose 4.5 Percent in Second Quarter
    CSX today reported its profit rose 4.5 percent in the second quarter, from $512 million in 2012 to $535 million in 2013. The year-over-year gain was supported by overall revenue growth; service and efficiency results; and a few additional items, such as tax and real estate, which benefitted the quarter, according...
  • Duff Brothers Capital to Acquire Frozen Food Express Industries
    Duff Brothers Capital has agreed to acquire all of the outstanding shares of common stock of Frozen Food Express Industries, a temperature-controlled truckload and less-than-truckload carrier in the U.S., for $38.2 million. The transaction, which values FFE at about $38.2 million in equity value, was unanimously approved by the FFE board...
  • ILWU Slams Proposed Safety Zones for Grain Ships
    The U.S. Coast Guard has proposed establishment of temporary safety zones around all inbound and outbound grain shipment and grain shipment assist vessels involved in commerce with Mitsui, Marubeni and Louis Dreyfus facilities on the Columbia River in the Pacific Northwest. The proposed rule follows an ongoing worker lockout by Mitsui-owned...
  • UTi Worldwide Anticipates Significant Cost Savings
    UTi Worldwide believes its targeted cost savings of $75 million to $95 million are "highly achievable," as it can control them regardless of freight market activity, according to Stifel Transportation & Logistics Research Group, which hosted the non-asset-based supply chain management company's senior-level team in a series of investor meetings. Stifel said...
  • ILA Exits AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department
    The International Longshoremen's Association disaffiliated with the AFL-CIO's Maritime Trades Department, citing dissatisfaction with the labor federation's response to jurisdictional disputes involving dockworkers. The union remains a member of the AFL-CIO. The ILA and five other maritime unions last year formed a new group, the Maritime Labor Alliance. Two of the...
  • Cathay Pacific Cargo Goes Live with JDA Cargo Revenue Management Solution
    COTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JDA® Software Group, Inc., The Supply Chain Company®, today announced that Cathay Pacific Cargo, the world's leading cargo airline, is using JDA solutions to help optimize profitability through improved capacity forecasting accuracy and optimized allotment planning activities across its network. Cathay Pacific Cargo went live with JDA® Cargo Revenue Optimizer, JDA® Reporting and JDA® Enterprise Architecturein the...
  • American Worldwide Agencies Brings an Aussie Style to U.S. Forwarding
    LONG BEACH, California - July 15, 2013 -- American Worldwide Agencies, a connected, global network of freight forwarders and agents dedicated to providing U.S. international shippers with the right transportation at the right rate, announced today that it has grown by 260% since launching its service in 2012. CEO Andrew Scott...
  • Port of Long Beach TEU Volume Rose 1.8 Percent in June
    The Port of Long Beach reported its June container volume totaled 565,476 20-foot-equivalent units, up 1.8 percent compared with the same month last year. Monthly exports, which inched up by 0.1 percent year-over-year, were 133,800 TEUs, while imports in June rose 3.5 percent to 290,448 TEUs. The volume of empty containers was basically...
  • Truckload Rates Rise as Intermodal Rates Fall, Cass Says
    North American truckload pricing in June increased 1.5 percent year-over-year and 1.0 percent month-over-month, according to the Cass Truckload Linehaul Index. The truckload rate index, which uses January 2005 as its based, rose to 113.3 in June, compared with 112.1 in May, which was the lowest point for the year for...
  • Norbert Dentressangle to Acquire Daher Group's Freight Forwarding Unit
    Norbert Dentressangle has agreed to acquire the freight forwarding activities of the Daher Group, which has eight agencies in France and three in Russia. The transaction is expected to be completed during the third quarter of 2013, following approval by the French competition authorities. The Daher Group's freight forwarding operations achieved a...
  • Shanghai Freight Forward Market Volumes Slump to All-Time Low
    Trading in container freight contracts on Shanghai's Shipping Freight Exchange has collapsed to the lowest level since the platform was launched just over two years ago, as extreme volatility on the spot market has forced traders to shun futures, industry analyst Alphaliner said. Transactions have slumped to just 3,500 20-foot equivalents...
  • Will Retailers Reduce Bangladesh Sourcing Following Accidents?
    U.S. apparel importers are weighing whether the threat of bad publicity that could come from factory disasters in Bangladesh offsets savings gained by sourcing in the South Asian country. Sourcing decisions are hard, even without the ethical dilemma. But importers will increasingly have to balance consumers' demand for low prices and...
  • DropShip Commerce Names Scott Lemon Vice President of Technology
    SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DropShip Commerce, a leading provider of distributed supply chain management solutions, today announced the appointment of Scott Lemon as vice president of technology. In this capacity, Lemon will oversee DropShip Commerce's Software as a Service-based (SaaS), on-demand platform to help retailers and manufacturers use the virtual supply...
  • Slowing Exports to Stunt Asian Growth
    With import demand in Europe and the U.S. eroding, countries in East, South and Southeast Asia, except for Vietnam, face little prospect of export growth for the second half of 2013. As a result GDP growth for 14 countries in the region will likely slow to 4 percent this year from...
  • Yusen Logistics Adds Hong Kong-Netherlands LCL Service
    Yusen Logistics has enhanced its less-than-containerload portfolio with a new direct service from Hong Kong to Rotterdam, the Netherlands. The service sails from Hong Kong every Sunday and arrives at Rotterdam 26 days later. It is also supported by a domestic distribution network to major inland destinations. "The addition of our own...
  • Panama Seizes Weapons From North Korean Ship
    Panama has detained a North Korea-flag ship coming from Cuba as it approached the Panama Canal with undeclared weapons, according to Panamanian President Ricardo Martinelli, Reuters reports. The weapons were hidden in containers of brown sugar and were detected after Panamanian authorities stopped the ship, suspecting it was carrying drugs. The...

TradeWindsweb site
JULY 16, 2013
  • Excel aims for November
    Excel Maritime Carriers has asked a US Bankruptcy Court to set in motion a schedule that could see bulker owner's bankruptcy plan confirmed in early November.
  • Golar snags $500m
    John Fredriksen's Golar LNG has signed up for $500m in financing from South Korean government banks.
  • 'Critical error' in fire
    A long-awaited report on the 2010 fire and power failure aboard the cruiseship Carnival Splendor has pointed to a crew member's error as a contributor to the blaze's spread.
  • Euronav in the red
    Euronav has kicked off the 2013 second quarter results season on a sour note after reporting a deeper than feared reversal.
  • Fincantieri wins again
    Fincantieri has bagged its second cruiseship order in the space of a week.
  • Box Ships selling again
    New York-listed Box Ships is refinancing its debt with a new share issue.
  • Solvang splits JV
    Deadlock over strategy has seen Solvang and Evergas pull the plug on a joint venture.
  • Panama halts arms ship
    The captain of a North Korean cargoship tried to kill himself after his vessel was arrested trying to transport unregistered weapons through the Panama Canal.
  • Career opportunities
    The shipping industry often bemoans the reluctance of youngsters to commit to a life at sea.
  • NCL adds second
    US-based Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has ordered another huge cruiseship at Meyer Werft in Germany.
  • Tankerska confirms sale
    Croatia's Tankerska Plovidba has sold a handysize bulker, cutting its dry fleet to seven vessels.
  • Cosco chief bows out
    Wei Jiafu's much-hyped departure from the top of Chinese giant China Cosco Holdings has been confirmed publicly by the shipowner.
  • No plan for pay talks
    Pay deals offered to Greek seafarers will not be on the agenda when shipowners sit down with the Prime Minister in a delayed meeting on Thursday.
  • More freedom for crew
    The crew from a Greek bulker held in the US in a pollution case have been issued new shore passes after two months.
  • Geden tanker grabbed
    Pirates have hijacked a Geden Lines tanker in what could mark a game changer for piracy off West Africa.
  • Crunch time for yards
    Financial woes at Rongsheng Heavy Industries are a sign that Chinese shipyards moved too quickly into the offshore space in a desperate bid to make up for plummeting ship orders, according to analysts.
  • Evergreen ship held
    An Evergreen containership was detained in Hong Kong in June over safety issues.
  • Iran eyes tanker buys
    The National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) is to spend $60m on acquiring three products tankers.
  • Rio hits ore record
    Rio Tinto has recorded record first half iron ore shipments despite weather and equipment problems during the period.
  • "Mob" takes delivery
    A payment dispute between an Indonesian yard and a shipowner has led to a tug and barge being taken by force.
  • Iino aims for more
    Iino Kaiun Kaisha is targeting a larger cash haul than first planned from the sale of new treasury shares in Tokyo.
  • OSG red again
    Overseas Shipholding Group continued to burn cash in May to extend a run of losses at the tanker owner.
  • Green shoots, red ink
    Crude tankers will continue to lose money for the next year and a half despite short term spikes in spot rates, a leading analyst says.
  • Dongjin adds feeder
    Korean owner Dongjin Shipping has returned to compatriot shipyard Daesun for another containership.
  • Cargotec buys Hatlapa
    Cargotec has agreed to acquire the German deck machinery specialist Hatlapa Group for EUR160m ($210m).
  • Anhui Wuhu files
    China's Anhui Wuhu Shihui Jianghai Shipping has filed for bankruptcy.
  • Zanzibar orders ferry
    Daewoo International of Korea has won a deal to build a new passengership for Zanzibar.
  • Stronger imports forecast
    US container ports are expected to see an uptick in import volumes later this year, a trade body has predicted.
  • Maersk jack-up extended
    Petronas, the Malaysian state-owned oil company, has agreed to extend the charter of a Maersk Drilling jack-up for another year.
  • Trio eye intra-Asia
    APL, ANL and Hanjin team up on weekly service covering Asia, Australia and New Zealand.
  • Algeciras bound
    Aegean Marine Petroleum Network is to expand its global marine fuel supply network by establishing operations in Algeciras.
  • Greek tanker targeted
    A Greek-owned tanker has been boarded by armed robbers whilst engaged in ship to ship (STS) operations in Indonesia.

American Shipperweb site
JULY 16, 2013
  • INTTRA adds South American consolidator to network
  • West Africa supersedes Somalia as pirate hotspot
  • Port of Oakland nearing settlement with SSA
    The Oakland Tribune said the deal would end maritime operations at Howard Terminal near Jack London Square, which is used by Matson, and where a new baseball stadum for the Oakland Athletics could be built.
  • Long Beach gains share on LA again
    The Southern California port's terminals moved 565,476 TEUs in June, up 1.8 percent from the same month last year. Imports increased 3.5 percent to 290,448 TEUs and exports were up 0.1 percent to 133,800 TEUs.
  • J.B.Hunt solid in 2Q
  • Norbert Dentressangle to buy Daher Group
  • CEVA grows in Virginia
  • Zepol: U.S. import value down, export value up in 1Q
    The report, U.S. Import Export Product Report, 2013 (Q1), showed the value of imported goods fell 3.1 percent year-on-year, to $536 billion, mostly due to a near 20 percent drop in oil imports as domestic production increased.
  • Cowen survey shows rail prices weaker than expected
    "We believe the slight drop is partly attributable to tempered expectations by coal shippers, who represented a minority of our survey participants, but provided especially negative feedback on pricing outlook," the analyst wrote.
  • Washington Notebook: FAA tightens qualifications for co-pilots
  • Shipco offers NY-to-Rio de Janeiro/Itajai LCL services
  • APL, ANL, and Hanjin to partner on Australasia service
  • IAG Cargo breaks ground on climate-controlled facility

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JULY 16, 2013
  • ARA region source of most MARPOL sulphur objections
    Notes of protest received by six countries reveal discrepancies between BDNs and tested sulphur content.
  • Hybrid power system promises efficiency gains for tugs
    Fuel saving of up to 25%, claims engine maker.
  • No clear direction in Fujairah
    Cape Town bunker prices were down by around $5 pmt.
  • Prices lose direction across Europe
    Strike in Pireaus had limited impact on bunker market.
  • Strike threat hangs over Indian port
    Workers at Chennai seeking 23% rise in wages.
  • Fuel buying at state-owned energy company criticised
    Audit office issues damning report of company's fuel buying practices.
  • IFO prices move marginally in Asia
    Singapore traders report mixed demand.
  • MD of Bomin Singapore quits
    Departure date 'depends on the succession plan', says Bomin Group.
  • Chinese order for 30 dual-fuel engines
    MAN 51/60DF dual-fuel engines feature fuel sharing mode, says firm.
  • Bunker operations restart at Shanghai, says report
    Barge schedules remain unaffected as weak demand persists.
  • Weak fuel oil futures' market prompts storage rethink
    Lack of domestic demand sees Chinese company invest in gasoil operations.
  • Cruise ship shows interest in new fuel scrubber system
    Suitability of DSOX-15 system will be assessed.
  • Monthly fuel oil imports to East China up
    Volume of fuel oil imports to hover between 450,000 to 500,000 mt in July.

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