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BRIEFS

February 18, 2013

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LA-Long Beach up 5pc in January, but LA fell 4.2pc as LB rose 17.5pc Hamburg's container volume drops 1.7pc to 8.9 million TEU in 2012 Asia-Europe rates dip 1.1pc to US$1,301/TEU ahead of Lunar New Year Nanning Railway Bureau January daily truck loading record in 2013 Xinjiang Korgas fruit and vegetable exports up 52.5pc year on year Fujian Quanzhou January import value from Taiwan rises 201.16pc Port of Charleston to handle Sinomax bedding for US southeast operations Philadelphia box volume flat, but overall cargo increases 10.4pc in 2012 Mombasa's port congestion to be eased by APMT inland container depot DHL launches direct LCL services from India to Poland and Brazil ICAO seeks an end to lithium-ion battery shipments on passenger flights Airbus drops lithium, recycles nickel batteries for its A350XWB AA and US Airways to become world's biggest in US$11 billion merger US military air charter line, Global Aviation, emerges from bankruptcy United Continental's consolidated traffic increases 0.9pc in January DSV Air & Sea starts express service, but limited to UK-north Continent AirBridgeCargo Airlines starts charter flights from Frankfurt to Sochi

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FEBRUARY 15, 2013
BTL commences Karaikal-Colombo feeder service Conquest 2013 Conference & Northern India Multimodal Logistics Awards hold the industry s complete attention on Feb. 13 Multimodal Logistics Awards 2013 Basmati exports may fall due to high domestic price DP World takes steps to clear backlog at Vallarpadam ICTT KPT adjudged Sea Port of the Year for Non-Containerised Cargo Incentives may boost exports in future: Commerce Secy Supreme Court stays Gujarat High Court order on Mundra SEZ Uptrend in exports may continue on positive US economy: Fieo Quick Take Veterans National Badminton Championship commencing tomorrow Korean PPG member successfully transports crane barges to Hong Kong Multitrade Spain awarded metro car movement to Panama Wijngaard Natie Logistics NV appointed CEE member in Antwerp

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FEBRUARY 15, 2013
Saudia Cargo increases February freighter capacity from Nairobi to Amsterdam Saudia Cargo is to operate a series of four extra freighter flights from Nairobi to Amsterdam to meet extra demand for flowers in the traditionally busy month of February. The extr... Air cargo volume increases in Sofia and Samara While many European airports saw a considerable decrease in cargo volumes last year, the airport in the Bulgarian capital Sofia maintained its stability and processed 16,249 t of c... New commercial manager at TIP Services TIP Services, a leasing and finance company for the logistics industry and an affiliate of GE Equipment Services, has appointed a new commercial head for Germany and Austria. Olive... DB and SNCF table proposals for rail industry alliance The president of the French state railway SNCF, Guillaume Pepy, and Deutsche Bahn's chairman of the board, Dr Rüdiger Grube, tabled a joint outlook for the railway in Europe at a r... Fuso: global sales increase 18% Kawasaki - Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC), one of Asia's leading commercial vehicle manufacturers, increased its global sales (including international markets an... Russian Railways Logistics to become Olympic Games consignee Russian Railways Logistics (RZDL), the subsidiary of Russian Railways Holding, is to become an Olympic consignee ahead of the 2014 World Winter Olympic Games to be held in Sochi (R... MAN Commercial Vehicles delivered fewer trucks The commercial vehicle sector was hit by the economic downturn in 2012. Germany's MAN Truck & Bus reported that its orders fell by 4% to EUR 9.2 billion last year. At MAN Latin... Americold appoints new chief operating officer Americold, a supplier of temperature controlled warehousing and logistics services to the food industry, has installed Fred Boehler as its executive vice-president and chief operat... Gebrüder Weiss expanding in Georgia The Austrian transport and logistics company Gebrüder Weiss (GW) now offers a new direct groupage connection from Passau (Germany) to Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia. The regular t... DSV acquires Seatainers Group DSV, a Denmark-based global supplier of transport and logistics solutions, recently signed an agreement to acquire the entire share capital of Seatainers Group A/S. The service por... Big US marriage finalized Valentine's day saw the birth of the biggest airline worldwide. Dallas (TX)-based American Airlines, a subsidiary of the AMR Coporation that filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protect... Maersk Line suspends AE-9 service According to the analyst Alphaliner, the Danish shipping line Maersk has suspended the AE-9 service between Asia and Europe just seven weeks after it was reactivated. The last sail... Port of Malmo sees increase in volumes Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP)'s volumes in Malmo (Sweden) increased by 12% to 8.8 million t in 2012. The dramatic rise is due to growth in vehicle imports, ferry traffic to Germany a...

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FEBRUARY 15, 2013
Streeter steps down at GulfMark Offshore Carnival Triumph towed to BAE Ship Repair Ship repairers brace for Navy contract cancelations Parker to take $15.8 million FCPA-related charge AMSEC employee wins ship repair safety award Esri looks to expand ocean industry use of GIS India mandates anti-piracy CCTV DFDS gives final nod for RO/RO deal with P+S Werften Federal judge accepts Transocean guilty plea

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FEBRUARY 15, 2013
Port of Bellingham establishes business relocation info web site US rail freight numbers mixed bag for January DOT plans to create freight advisory committee Port of Everett earns Standard & Poor's A- rating VT Halter Marine nets order for new articulated tug barge

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FEBRUARY 15, 2013
Q&A: Watson, Farley & Williams partner Madeline Leong Collaborations between People's Republic of China and offshore commercial banks mark a growing trend Tanker pools with Unipec to boost Genmar growth Other owners in 'active discussions' as Unique Tankers begins trading Chinese economy hits recovery mode Exports in January were up 25% on the year before, while imports jumped 28.8% China consolidates role as global financier But some policies hold back growth, several experts warn Kepco awards $2bn charters South Korean quartet share long-term deals Unstoppable Unipec Chinese charterers poised to exert even greater influence over VLCC spot market in 2013 Burma to China pipeline will cut into VLCC demand Pipeline will reduce tonne-miles for cargoes from Middle East and West Africa Waiting for leadership Needed: more urgency to fix problems from China's shipping companies Curling up with the Year of the Snake So what do the stars have in store for some of the major container carriers? China's high hopes help bulk up dry cargo sector Nation is driving dry bulk demand and competing internationally for work Höegh LNG buoyant on future demand Improving FSRU market main driver for company growth Thoresen Thai narrows losses Shipping unit increases revenue, cuts operating costs Ocean carriers pin hopes on peak season The jury is still out on the prospects for a traditional seasonal surge in the Asia-Europe trade lane Owners count the costs as China goes offline for lunar new year Shipping industry's health remains tethered to nation's moderating pace of growth Look to Asia's box lines for post-crisis strategies Major shipping companies are jockeying for position in anticipation of still distant market turnaround

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FEBRUARY 15, 2013
SCI's profits shattered INDIA'S government-run SCI plunged from profits to net losses in its October-December 2012 quarter More German fire sales warned ahead FIRE SALES of distressed German tonnage went up and up last year with no end in sight this year, a KG fund analyst from Hamburg warned today OSG seeks to sell tankers OVERSEAS Shipholding Group has asked a bankruptcy judge to approve sale procedures for three older tankers, marking the company's first move to shed owned tonnage Varun's shares slip after three arrests VARUN Shipping's shares today slipped 7% to a 52-week low following the arrest of three of its ships Pirates appeal sentences PIRATES who tried to hijack an MOL tanker off Oman were today reported to have appealed their 10-year prison sentence in Tokyo Rio and MOL sign 20-year iron ore deal RIO TINTO was reported today to have signed a 20-year contract under which Japan's MOL would transport iron ore from Australia to China Höegh LNG reverses losses A DIVIDEND is planned by Höegh LNG Holdings, which today reported turning quarterly losses into profits and said it plans a major change in corporate structure DFDS ro-ro plans progress DANISH shipping group DFDS today said all contractual hurdles have been cleared for the resumption of two newbuilding projects at Germany's P+S Shipyards LB box imports jump INVENTORY stocking in the run-up to the Chinese New Year caused Long Beach's box volumes to surge in January Mermaid swings to profits MERMAID Maritime subsea business was key in reversing losses into profits during its quarter ended 31 December 2012 German owners take anti-tax battle to Berlin PLANS FOR a summit in Berlin next week are today fuelling fresh hope that a crippling insurance tax on charter-hire pools in Germany can be averted LCH Clearnet defies slump LCH CLEARNET, the international clearinghouse for financial transactions, said today operating profits and revenues rose sharply in 2012 5 sought in fatal collision on Yangtze River THREE passengers have been killed and five others have been missing for three days since a ferry collision in China TTA cuts three-quarters of losses TTA SAID today it cut three-quarters of its losses for its first quarter, year on year

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FEBRUARY 15, 2013
Port Workers vs. Gun Owners: A Double Standard? The National Rifle Association's refusal to support background checks is befuddling given that more than 2 million transportation workers already are required to get them for employment. This mandate was required by three laws signed by President George W. Bush and supported by a majority of Republicans in the House... Partnership Created to Support McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has signed a strategic partnership agreement with the Arkansas Oklahoma Port Operators Association to ensure the continued viability of the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System and to identify opportunities for future develop and modernization initiatives. Michael J. Teague, colonel and commander of the Tulsa, Okla.,... TransCore DAT Freight Index Shows 'Robust' January The TransCore DAT North American Freight Index rose 42 percent year-over-year in January, the highest-ever volume for that month. Freight volume was "unusually robust" for the season, exceeding December 2012 levels by 24 percent. It is the first time since the index began when freight availability increased from December to January.... Florida to Reduce Regulatory Burdens on Trucks The Florida Department of Transportation has implemented administrative rule changes to reduce the regulatory burdens on trucks, according to the state's Gov. Richard Lynn Scott. The changes will increase the maximum gross vehicle weight allowed for sealed containerized cargo units from 95,000 pounds to 100,000 pounds, streamline the permitting process for... USDOT Establishes National Freight Advisory Committee The U.S. Department of Transportation has established a National Freight Advisory Committee to provide recommendations aimed at improving the national freight transportation system. The recent transportation bill, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century, or MAP-21, signed by President Obama in July 2012, established a national freight policy and called for... Container Volume Up at Port of Virginia in January The Port of Virginia handled 158,766 20-foot-equivalent units in January, increasing 4,466 TEUs or 2.9 percent from 154,300 in January 2012. The month's container total was 90,900 units, and the general cargo tonnage (including container and breakbulk) was 1.4 million tons. Rail volume was also up 10 percent for the month, said... Productivity Decline Leads to Portland Rent Rebates The Portland Port Commission approved a $3.7 million partial rent rebate program to reimburse terminal operator ICTSI Oregon for continuing losses due to productivity declines from a labor disruption last year. ICTSI manages Portland's container facility, Terminal 6. Since last summer, the International Longshore and Warehouse Union has been battling for... OIA Global Acquires Paccess's Materials Sourcing Unit OIA Global has assumed the majority of assets and liabilities of Paccess's materials sourcing division, based in Portland, Ore. "We're going to staff accordingly and will be increasing our overall work force by more than 10 percent throughout our worldwide network in the next 30 days," said Charlie Hornecker, CEO of... UPS Freight to Expand Truckload Business Less-than-truckload carrier UPS Freight will expand its full truckload business in 2013 as changing shipping patterns and tight capacity at traditional truckload operators spur more intramodal shift, President Jack Holmes said. "Retailers that over the last couple of years have really challenged themselves on the supply chain have gone from heavy... South Carolina Drayage Program Fueled With More Funds The port truck replacement program run by the South Carolina Ports Authority has received $145,000 in additional federal grant funding to help further reduce air emissions across the Charleston area. Launched in the fall of 2011, the port authority's truck program provides truck owners who are frequent users of the... Seattle Votes 'No' on Drayage Drivers Bill The Seattle Port Commission Thursday voted to oppose a bill before the Washington State Legislature that would require the port to employ drayage truck drivers. The intent of the bill is to make it easier for unions such as the Teamsters to organize harbor truck drivers in Seattle by making them... SCFI: Trans-Pacific Outperforming Asia-Europe The Shanghai Containerized Freight Index was not published today due to the Chinese New Year, but despite some buoyancy in the trans-Pacific market analysts are downbeat on the prospect of rate increases once the SCFI resumes publishing next Friday, Feb. 22. Trans-Pacific Rates Outperforming Asia-Europe West Coast and Europe Week-to-Week Percentage... US Transport Agencies Boost Funding Allocations This Year U.S. federal, state and local transportation departments of transportation have so far allocated $7 billion in federal funds during fiscal year 2013, which began Oct. 1, 2012, according to an analysis of Federal Highway Administration data by the American Road & Transportation Builders Association. The funds represent an increase of 56... WCI: Eastbound Trans-Atlantic Rates Slip Trans-Atlantic eastbound rates slipped marginally this week while westbound rates were flat, according to the Thursday release of the World Container Index. World Container Index Rates Between New York and RotterdamSource: WCI For a larger version of the chart, click on the image. Rates from New York to Rotterdam slipped $15, or 0.7... USDA Proposes Changes to Plant Import Regulations The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has proposed to update and streamline its regulations involving the importation of plants for planting. Some of the proposed changes include requiring permits for the importation of certain coated or pelleted seeds, and providing for an alternate additional declaration on...

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FEBRUARY 15, 2013
Shipping Corp of India reports $24m nine-month loss Shipping Corp of India reported a loss of Rs1.3bn ($23.9m) for the first nine months of its 2012 financial year, hit by losses in its dry bulk and tanker segments.However, ... MOL extends presence in Burma Mitsui OSK Line has set up a unit in Burma after being granted a permanent business licence from the government's Directorate of Investment and Company Administration. ... Hyundai Merchant Marine doubles annual loss to $922m Hyundai Merchant Marine is expected to double net losses for 2012 to Won1trn ($922m) against Won473bn in the previous year, despite a fleeting improvement in the ... Emma cargo owners await GA decision Eurozone economy shrinks by 0.6% The economy of the 17 nation eurozone contracted by a worse-than-expected 0.6% in the final three months of 2012 - the biggest fall since the beginning of 2009 ... LA / LB numbers show the way The San Pedro Bay ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach started the year on a high with a 5% jump in throughput in January, compared with the same month of 2011.Meanwhile, ...

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FEBRUARY 15, 2013
OSG's golden handcuffs Bonuses will likely become a key component of a programme designed to aid Overseas Shipholding Group (OSG) in a battle to retain top talent on the back of a bankruptcy filing in the US, TradeWinds has learned. Today in tankers Nordic American Tankers appears to have lined up charters for two suezmaxes that trade in the spot market. RBS trims another 'tree' Cyprus Maritime of Greece has been linked to the acquisition of another aframax tanker that used to trade with BP Shipping. OSG plots purge Overseas Shipholding Group (OSG) has asked a US bankruptcy court for permission to sell two VLCCs and a medium-range products tanker. Fortuna refloated A Norwegian cargoship that grounded off Denmark on Tuesday has been towed into port. Blinded by the light Heidmar has poached another Phoenix Energy Navigation tanker from Overseas Shipholding Group's (OSG's) Aframax International (AI) pool. OSV bashed up A Spanish offshore support vessel has been damaged after hitting a breakwater in Scotland. Finnlines's tip-off Finnish owner Finnlines has revealed it discovered a cargo of tank spare parts destined for Syria during a cargo check in Antwerp last month. Trumping judgments We take a look at what was said in the market over the past week. Havila in the money Havila Shipping has entered into a pair of long-term charter contracts worth a combined NOK 1bn ($180m). ST bags barge job ST Engineering has bagged an order for an articulated tug barge from a US owner with an option to build an additional vessel. Sado edges up profit Japan's Sado Steam Ship has beaten its own profit forecast for 2012. Syrian shipment halted Finland's customs service has revealed it confiscated military spare parts on a Finnlines ship it claimed were destined for Syria. He's number one again Fredriksen shifts a gear to take title of top owner of ships on order with 76 vessels on the way. MOL clinches cape coup Japan's Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has tied up a 20-year deal to carry iron ore for mining giant Rio Tinto. Bharati battered India's Bharati Shipyard has fallen to a loss in the first nine months as revenue was slashed. Losses lessen for TTA Thoresen Thai Agencies (TTA) has reduced its first quarter loss despite bulker rates falling. DFDS resurrects order Denmark's DFDS has confirmed it will take delivery of two ro-ro vessels cancelled last year at bankrupt German yard P+S Werften. Hoegh set for MLP Hoegh LNG looks set to be the next LNG player to adopt a Master Limited Partnership (MLP) structure. Clearnet clears more FFA clearing house LCH.Clearnet has posted a big jump in 2012 earnings as volumes grew. Exmar seals LPG orders The Exmar and Teekay joint venture Exmar LPG has ordered up to eight medium-sized gas carriers at Hanjin Heavy Industries. TUI bruised by cruise Expansion costs have pushed the cruiseship operations of Germany's TUI further into the red in its first quarter. LNG turmoil hits rates Supply disruptions in Egypt and Nigeria will curb LNG carrier rates, according to DNB Markets. HMM worse than feared Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) has slipped to a worse than expected operating loss of W167bn ($155m) in the fourth quarter. Emma boxes shifted Maersk Line has employed three containerships to deliver containers removed from the damaged Emma Maersk. ISC prices share sale International Shipholding Corp (ISC) looks set to raise $25m from a public share offering, the company has confirmed. Streeter calls time Bruce Streeter is to stand down as chief executive of US offshore vessel operator GulfMark Offshore.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2013
McQuilling forecasts record bunker price in 2013 The firm predicts the average cost of IFO 380 fuel oil worldwide will be $690 per metric ton this year compared to $672 per ton in 2012. The actual price in 2012 was higher than its forecast last year, which was $650 per ton. Long Beach volume jumps in January OIA Global builds up sourcing division DSV to buy Seatainers CEVA opens Jacksonville logistics center DOT creates freight advisory panel The department seeks industry stakeholders to sit on a new National Freight Advisory Committee tasked with making recommendations to improve the freight transportation system. U.S. sugar reform bill proposed in both houses FMC rule could allow foreign NVOs to enter NRAs The commission is expected to publish the proposed rule in the Federal Register early next week. There will be a 60-day comment period. EU, U.S. strive for trade deal Forming the talks from recommendations from the U.S.-EU High Level Working Group on Jobs and Growth, parties from both nations will try to hammer out a Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2013
Bunker prices in the Americas end the week on mixed note Demand was slow across the Americas, local players told Bunkerworld. DNV executive questions prices of HFO and distillates always moving in tandem Managing Director uncertain if assumption for future price development of HFO vs distillate fuels is realistic. Oil spill confirmed following barge collision on Mississippi River Vessels in area instructed to slow down but waterway remains open to shipping. Avails tight while prices drop in Fujairah Earliest deliveries possible from February 23. Tight avails in Hamburg while prices soften in Rotterdam Congestion reported at Gibraltar. Russian energy giant hoping to triple bunker sales Company reports increased 2012 bunker sales and aims for much bigger market share by 2025. LNG bunkering likely to 'top agenda' at Europort Interest in the emerging LNG bunkering market will be strong. Korean shipping firm starts to wind down Firm has been redelivering most chartered vessels back to owners. ARA stocks climb on weak demand Weak buying interest seen from Asia. Singapore fuel oil stocks hit three-week low Distillates also down to 12-week low. Bunker prices in Asia slide Singapore's benchmark 380 cSt fuel dipped $1.50 to average at $661 pmt. Moves underway to establish body for LNG bunkering New body generating interest from industry. Rolls-Royce announces rise in profit Profit growth recorded across all business segments, including marine. Arctic BC shipping emissions '90% higher' than prevailing estimates Revised estimates of black carbon emissions from shipping presented to IMO met with scepticism. Wilhelmsen's operating profits soar 48% Strong first half year helped boost company's bottom line. Lift ban on using LNG for inland shipping, says EFIP 'Lifting this ban is probably the most urgent policy measure to take,' says ports' body. Navy resupply programme 'could save millions' on fuel bill Programme could save US Navy millions of dollars in bunker costs. Sales drop as high prices make Singapore market uncompetitive Drop off in January sales comes as little surprise to traders. Lukoil building new diesel unit Company wants to boost ultra-low sulphur diesel output to cope with rising foreign demand.

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ZIM also records a recovery in the second quarter

SHIPPING

ZIM also records a recovery in the second quarter

Haifa

Acquisition by Hapag-Lloyd expected by the end of the year

PORTS

In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia grew by +3.6%

Civitavecchia

In the first half of this year the total was 3.93 million tons (+1.5%)

PORTS

Last month the port of Singapore handled four million containers (+3.1%)

Singapore/Hong Kong

A 1.6% decline was recorded in the port of Hong Kong

COMPANIES

AP Moller Capital to acquire majority stake in Globex Investissement

Copenhagen/Casablanca

ACCIDENTS

Ship hit in the Strait of Hormuz

Southampton

Crew member of the "Minoan Dignity" dies

PORTS

Last month, freight traffic in the port of Barcelona decreased by -6.5%.

Barcelona

In July, 300,961 containers were handled (-13.2%)

COMPANIES

Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund offers to acquire 100% of AD Ports' capital.

Abu Dhabi

He currently owns a 75.42% stake

PORTS

In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of La Spezia grew by +2.0%

La Spezia

Cargo traffic in Tunisian ports is growing sharply

In the April-June quarter it was 7.4 million tons (+8.8%)

PORTS

The port of Koper reports a 5.6% decrease in quarterly freight traffic

Ljubljana

In June the decline was -18.9%

PORTS

Strait of Hormuz crisis has severe impact on DP World's financial and operating performance

Dubai

PORTS

Container traffic at CK Hutchison terminals fell by -1% in the first six months of 2026.

Hong Kong

Excluding operations in Panama, volumes increased by +5%

PORTS

In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Hamburg decreased by -3.1%.

Hamburg

Containers amounted to four million TEUs (-3.7%)

SHIPPING

HMM's revenues increased by 29.7% in the second quarter

Seoul

Net profit down, weighed down by lower financial income

SHIPPING

Evergreen's net profit grew by 43.9% in the April-June quarter.

Taipei

Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd benefit from the recovery of the container shipping market

SHIPPING

Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd benefit from the recovery of the container shipping market

Copenhagen/Hamburg

The Danish company reports better quarterly performance than its German partner in Gemini Cooperation

PORTS

Freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado remained stable in the second quarter

Genoa

Passenger numbers drop at both ports

SHIPPING

In the second quarter, Yang Ming recorded a net profit growth of +610.7%.

Keelung

Revenues stable in the first half of 2026

ACCIDENTS

Two ships attacked in the Gulf of Oman and off the coast of Yemen

Southampton

A container ship was reportedly hit by an American helicopter

SHIPPING

The Northern Sea Route is not at all competitive with the sea route through Suez

Basel

Study by two researchers from Mokpo National Maritime University

SHIPYARDS

The auction on August 28 is expected to confirm Rheinmetall-MSC's interest in the Romanian Mangalia shipyard.

Bucharest

In the second quarter, vessel traffic in the Panama Canal grew by +9.6%, but decreased significantly in June

SHIPPING

In the second quarter, vessel traffic in the Panama Canal grew by +9.6%, but decreased significantly in June

Panama/Balboa

The ACP introduces new limitations on vessel draft and does not exclude reductions in the daily number of transits.

CRUISES

Contract with Fincantieri for the construction of a third cruise ship for Crystal is now in force

Monaco/Miami

Delivery is scheduled for 2034

ACCIDENTS

More explosions in the Strait of Hormuz area

Southampton/Tehran

Iran-Oman negotiations continue, but reopening to ship transit still seems a long way off.

SHIPPING

Shipping associations reiterate their opposition to mandatory tolls and tariffs for transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

ACCIDENTS

Two ships attacked in the Red Sea

Southampton/San'a'/New Delhi

Indian vessel "Faize Noore Oliya" sunk, Houthis claim attack on "NCC Wafa"

LOGISTICS

Prologis makes $18.8 billion offer to buy Segro

San Francisco

The combination will create a European giant in the ownership and management of logistics properties

SHIPPING

In the April-June quarter, ONE recorded an improvement in financial performance

Singapore

During the period the fleet transported almost 3.3 million containers (+2.9%)

CRUISES

Global Port Holdings' revenues grew by 27% in the first half of this year.

Istanbul

Gross operating margin up 22%

In the second quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.5%

SHIPPING

In the second quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.5%

Cairo

In the first half of 2026, growth was +14.0%

SHIPPING

In the second quarter of 2026, the Bosphorus Strait was crossed by 10,082 ships (+0.5%)

Ankara

In the first half of the year, naval traffic decreased by -0.5%

PORTS

A report by the French National Assembly notes the competitive decline of the state's port ecosystem.

Paris

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In the first half of 2026, FS's freight transport segment recorded a -2.7% drop in operating revenues

Rome

Traffic volumes amounted to approximately 8.8 billion tonne-km (-7.3%)

PORTS

The EU ETS Observatory confirms that the emissions trading system is having a negative impact on EU ports.

Madrid

The proposed corrections are the broadening of the criteria for the designation of neighbouring container transhipment ports and a percentage reduction factor applied to the volume of CO2 emissions from ships.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' revenues increased by 4.9% in the second quarter of 2026.

CRUISES

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' revenues increased by 4.9% in the second quarter of 2026.

Miami

New historical record of passengers embarking on the fleet's ships

SHIPYARDS

Fincantieri's half-year revenues remain stable

Trieste

Net profit increased by 191.4%. New orders fell by 58.5%.

PORTS

In the second quarter, freight traffic in Albanian ports grew by +8.9%

Tirana

SHIPPING

The US think tank Open Markets Institute proposes the establishment of a public container shipping company

Washington

Rao: Today the United States depends on a cartel of six foreign shipping companies

CRUISES

Royal Caribbean reports record revenue for the April-June quarter

Miami

New all-time peak in turnover in the first half of 2026

SHIPPING

In the second quarter, CMA CGM group revenues increased by +19.2%

Marseille/New York/Los Angeles

United Ports Joint Venture with Stonepeak Completed

PORTS

PortXchange: To immediately reduce shipping emissions, we need to focus on ports.

Rotterdam

PORTS

In the port of Trieste, bulk cargo is increasing and miscellaneous goods are decreasing.

Trieste

In the first six months of 2026, traffic in Monfalcone dropped by 24.9%.

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Fermerci, freight train transport production in Italy could fall to 2015 levels this year.

Rome

Map: We are faced with data that exceeds all expectations.

SHIPYARDS

Indian government approves $7.2 billion in aid for domestic shipbuilding

New Delhi

Strategy adopted today to revitalize the sector

SHIPYARDS

Two Indian shipyards included in the new EU list of ship recycling facilities proposed by the Commission

Brussels/Washington

Satisfaction of ECSA and World Shipping Council

SHIPYARDS

Hyundai and Siemens sign agreement for AI-powered shipbuilding

Washington

The goal is an autonomous manufacturing system in which all processes, including design, production, logistics, inspection and testing, are digitally connected.

ACCIDENTS

African Union condemns attacks on tankers in Red Sea claimed by Houthis

Addis Ababa

Youssouf: The security of Red Sea shipping lanes is of vital strategic importance for Africa

CRUISES

In Genoa, Fincantieri delivered the new cruise ship Explora III to Explora Journeys.

Genoa

"Explora IV" and "Explora V" will follow in 2027 and "Explora VI" in 2028.

PORTS

In the second quarter of 2019, bulk cargo volumes increased while general cargo volumes decreased.

Rotterdam

In the first half of 2026, 212.0 million tonnes of goods were moved (+0.4%)

PORTS

In the second quarter, Spanish ports handled 144.8 million tonnes of goods (+2.9%)

Madrid

Record for conventional goods and containers (in TEU)

COMPETITION

The EU Commission opens an in-depth investigation into the Saipem-Subsea7 merger.

Brussels

Brussels considers the effects of the operation to be particularly critical, especially in the SURF market.

FREIGHT TERMINALS

Medlog (MSC Group) acquires a stake in Interporto Bologna

Bologna

Caliandro: Industrial development that will allow us to achieve our rail freight traffic objectives

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

The Barcelona Port Authority will acquire 40% of Terminal Intermodal de Navarra.

Barcelona

The remaining 60% of the capital will remain with Hutchison Ports Best

In the first half of this year, Chinese seaports handled 5.87 billion tons of cargo (+3.0%).

PORTS

In the first half of this year, Chinese seaports handled 5.87 billion tons of cargo (+3.0%).

Beijing

New historical records for half-yearly and quarterly container traffic

PORTS

Ports of Italy: The issue of competences divides the reform.

Rome

At the Confitarma conference, Rixi defends the new national control room, while experts and operators ask for clarity on the relationships with the AdSPs and on the resources of the new company.

LEGISLATION

The maritime sector is divided between cautious support and criticism over the EU ETS review.

Brussels/Washington/
Copenhagen/Piraeus/Rotterdam

ACCIDENTS

Yet another attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz

Southampton

A tanker was hit and abandoned by the crew.

SHIPPING

ECSA considers the proposed revision of the EU ETS to be a first step, but many others should follow.

Brussels

Raptis: It's a good idea to allocate system revenues at EU and national levels to support sustainable fuels.

PORTS

ESPO: No to lowering the EU ETS application threshold from 5,000 to 400 GRT vessels.

Brussels

Appreciation for measures aimed at reducing evasive ship calls

TRANSPORTATION

T&E welcomes some new proposals from Brussels for the EU maritime ETS

Brussels

The association is more critical of the measures studied by the EU Commission for the aviation sector

SHIPPING

For Assarmatori, the Commission's proposal on the EU ETS is timid, while more courageous measures were expected

Brussels

TRANSPORTATION

EU Maritime ETS: The European Commission partially accepts shipowners' requests.

Brussels

A new €110 million fund for clean fuels, non-permanent exemptions extended to 2035, an IMO deduction mechanism, and crackdowns on "evasive" transshipment ports.

ACCIDENTS

Another ship was hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz

Southampton/Tampa

US Marines conducted an inspection aboard a sanctioned oil tanker

PORTS

Port of Gioia Tauro: First connection of a large container ship to the cold ironing system

Gioia Tauro

The ship "MSC Mirja" powered with a total power of approximately seven MW

PORTS

In the second quarter of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2%.

Antwerp

Dry bulk volumes recovered and rolling stock increased. Other sectors declined.

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports sets new quarterly and half-year container traffic records

Hong Kong

ACCIDENTS

US forces struck the VLCC Belma sailing towards Iran's Kharg Island.

Tampa

It is operated by the Emirati Max Maritime Solutions which is subject to US sanctions

PORTS

In May, freight traffic in the port of Genoa was stable, while in Savona-Vado it decreased

Genoa

In the first five months of 2026, containers amounted to 1,199,914 TEUs (-2.8%), of which 999,228 (-1.4%) and 200,686 (-9.2%) were handled by the two ports respectively.

PORTS

In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +6.7%

Taranto

An increase of +104.9% was recorded in July

CRUISES

Viking Holdings Cruise Line Reports Record Quarterly Revenue

Los Angeles

Net profit of $587.7 million (+33.8%)

PORTS

Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles dropped 5.8% last month.

Los Angeles

In the first seven months of 2026, growth of +1.8% was recorded

PORTS

Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach dropped 1.7% in July.

Long Beach

In the first seven months of this year, total traffic was 5,758,086 TEUs (+1.2%)

SHIPPING

In the second quarter, RCL recorded an increase in revenues that was outweighed by the increase in operating costs

Bangkok

Net profit down 1.1%

SHIPPING

Danish DFDS's quarterly financial performance improves

Copenhagen

In the April-June quarter, rolling stock transported by the fleet increased by 1.1%. Passengers decreased by 8.9%.

PORTS

Container traffic at HHLA terminals decreased by -8.0% in the second quarter

Hamburg

Revenues increased by 2.5%. Operating costs increased by 5.7%.

COMPANIES

Costa Cruises announces change of management for the Americas region.

Genoa

Jorge Serrano Martín de Vidales will replace Dario Rustico

PORTS

The Livorno Port Authority creates an internal task force for the Darsena Europa project.

Livorno

The aim is to ensure a unified coordination with the commissioner structure that follows the project

INDUSTRY

MSC installs Jotun's proactive hull cleaning system on MSC Daniela

Sandefjord

Combines advanced antifouling technology with robotic inspection and cleaning

SHIPPING

Wan Hai Lines reports a 965.6% increase in quarterly profit

Taipei

The company orders six new 11,000 TEU containerships

PORTS

In the second quarter, cargo traffic in Montenegrin ports decreased by -5.8%

Podgorica

Cargoes to and from Italy dropped by -40.6%

SHIPPING

The Grimaldi Group has taken delivery of the Grande Pacifico

Naples

The vessel is the first of five new sister PCTCs with a capacity of 9,800 ceu

COMPANIES

In 2025, the Fratelli Cosulich group's revenues amounted to 1.9 billion euros (-11.5%)

Genoa

Net profit of 20.0 million euros (-3.0%)

MOURNING

Maurizio Longo, Secretary General of Trasportounito, has passed away.

Rome

He passed away in Rome after a long illness.

PORTS

Terminal Investment Limited abandons Tercat acquisition

Brussels

It provided for joint control of the Barcelona terminal with Hutchison Ports

PORTS

Work has been completed to activate cold ironing at the Porto Corsini cruise terminal in Ravenna.

Ravenna

PORTS

Acceleration of the redevelopment process for the former CIVAM area in the port of Vibo Valentia Marina

Vibo Valentia

The area will be transformed into new yards for commercial logistics

COMPANIES

Maersk Group sells Maersk Training and Maersk H2S Safety Services

Copenhagen

They will be sold to the US Open Gate Capital, specialized in industrial carve-out operations

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

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

PORTS

In the April-June quarter, the port of Venice handled 6.3 million tons of goods (-1.2%)

Venice

Cruise passengers down by -15.3%

PORTS

In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna recorded a sharp increase of +10.9%

Ravenna

In the first six months of 2026 the increase was +5.9%

LOGISTICS

DP World acquires six GXO logistics sites in the UK

Dubai

186,000 square meters and 2,000 employees change hands: this is the transfer imposed by the British Antitrust for the acquisition of Wincanton

LOGISTICS

DHL soars in the second quarter, but not everywhere

Bonn

Revenue and EBIT in double digits. Express performed well, while Supply Chain and Post & Parcel Germany fared less well.

SHIPPING

Global Ship Lease reports record quarterly and half-year revenues

Athens

Rising costs impact profits

PORTS

DP World to build temperature-controlled logistics hub in the port of Antwerp

Dubai/Kallo

SHIPPING

GNV will activate a third maritime service to Algeria on Saturday

Genoa

The Civitavecchia-Annaba line will complement the existing routes from Sète to Algiers and Bejaia.

SHIPPING

Danaos Corporation reports quarterly revenue growth of 4.7%.

Athens

The containership segment remains stable. Bulk carriers continue to contribute.

ACCIDENTS

A bulk carrier hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz

Southampton/London

One crew member is reportedly missing.

PORTS

This year, 800,000 cruise passengers are expected in Messina.

Messina

Passengers make a direct expenditure of almost 16 million euros in the city

PORTS

Container traffic at the Port of New York grew by 1.6% in the second quarter

New York

In the first six months of 2026, 4.43 million TEUs were handled (+0.2%)

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

HZ Cargo and Railtrans form joint venture for intermodal transport

Zagreb

The aim is to activate a traffic of over 500 thousand tons between the ports of Croatia and the markets of Central Europe.

PORTS

ICTSI posts record net income of $363 million (+24.2%) in the second quarter

Manila

ACCIDENTS

Another GasLog vessel hit while leaving the Persian Gulf

Piraeus/Southampton

Damage to the engine room

SHIPPING

Finnlines reports record quarterly revenues

Helsinki

In the April-June period, net profit was 42.9 million euros (+64.7%)

COMPANIES

Spinelli Group approves 2025 sustainability report

Genoa

Production value grew by 5%. New hires increased by 48%.

PORTS

Fabrizio Marilli will be the new secretary general of the Central Adriatic Sea Port Authority.

Ancona

The Management Committee has approved the institution's budget adjustment

PORTS

The Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has adopted the 2026-2028 Port Plan.

Genoa

Projections for 2028 indicate an increase of approximately 150 employees in the ports of the system

PORTS

The Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority has approved the budget adjustment change.

Gioia Tauro

It records higher revenues and higher expenses of 1.69 million euros

EDUCATION

One and a half million euros for training in Tuscan ports

Livorno

The Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority has presented its 2026-2028 training plan.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

Terminali Italia will manage the Orte intermodal terminal starting next year.

Rome

It has approximately 96,000 square meters of yards and three tracks

TRANSPORTATION

Italy and Tunisia sign a collaboration agreement in the transport and logistics sector

Rome

ACCIDENTS

Another Saudi-owned Bahri ship attacked by Houthis in the Red Sea

Southampton/Sana'a/Riyadh

Yemeni militants' spokesman claimed responsibility for the attack on the chemical tanker "NCC Ghazal"

INFRASTRUCTURE

The final breakthrough of the two main tunnels of the Brenner Base Tunnel was achieved today.

Bolzano

The two construction sites are connected approximately 1,400 meters below the Brenner Pass

LOGISTICS

UPS revenues increased 7.6% in the second quarter

Atlanta

Net profit amounted to $604 million (-52.9%)

LOGISTICS

In 2025, the revenues of the Italian logistics company Nord Ovest grew by +13.6%

Wedge

Net profit down 8.3%

PORTS

Quarterly freight traffic increased at the ports of Algeciras and Barcelona. Valencia saw a decline.

Algeciras/Barcelona/
Valencia

Increase in containers at the Catalan port

COMPANIES

Fincantieri signs agreement with NextGeo's reinvesting partners

Trieste

The operation is part of the development strategy in the diving segment

PORTS

The update to the DPSS of the ports of Sardinia has been adopted.

Cagliari

Resolution of the Management Committee of the Port System Authority

PORTS

ICTSI acquires the ATU12 and ATU18 bulk terminals at the Brazilian port of Aratu.

Sao Paulo/Manila

They will be sold by SIMPAR for approximately 355 million dollars

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports decline in quarterly financial performance as orders increase

Helsinki

The value of orders relating to port equipment grew by +17%

PORTS

Fourteen regions are in favor and five are against the bill on port governance reform.

Rome

Rixi: Let's now continue the institutional process with the aim of achieving a balanced reform.

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel's net sales increased by 8% in the second quarter.

Schindellegi

Performance improved markedly in the air freight segment

ASSOCIATIONS

Assagenti's management team has been renewed.

Genoa

The composition of the executive committee and the chairmen of the commissions

PORTS

DP World signs preliminary agreement to build two terminals at Fujairah Port

Dubai

FREIGHT TERMINALS

VIO - Vado Ligure Interport Board of Directors Renewed

Genoa

Pierangelo Olivieri has been appointed president

INDUSTRY

Kalmar's turnover increased by 14% in the second quarter

Helsinki

New orders value stable

OFFSHORE

Saipem wins new offshore drilling contract off Ivory Coast

Milan

It was awarded by Eni Côte d'Ivoire

LOGISTICS

DSV's quarterly performance continues to grow, boosted by the Schenker acquisition.

Hedehusene

Net profit of DKK 2.6 billion (+11.5%) was recorded in the April-June period of 2026.

ASSOCIATIONS

Falteri (Federlogistica) has been co-opted into the Board of the European Logistics Association

Genoa

International collaboration protocol on integrated logistics with ACLI Terra

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

The conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will be held in Genoa on July 1st.

Genoa

It is organized by the Casa America ETS Foundation and the Western Liguria Port Authority

MEETINGS

The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.

Rome

Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

Empire buys back: After Tata, Adani can rewrite India's colonial past

(The Economic Times)

Govt does not interfere in port management appointments - Loke

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

SHIPPING

GCC urges international community to protect maritime transport against Houthi threats

Riyadh

Reaction to the announcement of a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia

EDUCATION

Fincantieri signs agreement in Qatar for operational management of the Training and Simulation Centre.

Trieste

The center is intended for the training of naval personnel of the Qatari Navy.

NEWS

Over 770 kilos of cocaine seized at the port of Vado Ligure

Savona

Once released on the market, the drug would have ensured criminal organizations profits of 250 million euros.

INDUSTRY

Wärtsilä records sharp increase in new order value in second quarter

Helsinki

Net turnover decreased by -2%

SHIPPING

Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build six 13,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships

Keelung

Contract valued at over $1.2 billion

ACCIDENTS

The toll of attacks on ships in the Black Sea worsens

Odessa

Ten dead on board a ship leaving the port of Odessa

ACCIDENTS

Today a new attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz

Southampton

The product tanker Kavomaleas of the Greek company Dynacom Tankers Management caught fire

SHIPPING

Confitarma disappointed by the Commission's proposal to revise the EU ETS

Rome

Zanetti: The notable absentee is the competitiveness of the Italian and European shipping industry.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

ALIS: Commission's proposals on the EU ETS are positive, but serious issues remain.

Rome

PORTS

MIT adopts cold ironing guidelines

Rome

The aim is to ensure clear, uniform and transparent criteria for all Port System Authorities.

CRUISES

In the first half of the year, cruise traffic at GPH port terminals grew by +10.1%

Istanbul

In the second quarter alone the increase was +2.8%

PORTS

Western Liguria Port Authority approves 2026 budget update

Genoa

PORTS

Assiterminal clarifies its doubts about the responsibilities assigned to Porti d'Italia Spa.

Genoa

INDUSTRY

ABB buys British Rotork

Zurich/London

The Bath-based company specializes in flow control and industrial automation.

PORTS

Central Adriatic Port Authority refinances €100 million from the Infrastructure Decree

Ancona

The funds concern seven strategic interventions of the port system

PORTS

Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles increased by 3.4% in the first half of 2026.

Los Angeles

In the second quarter, growth was +11.5%

SEAFARERS

IMO and ITF call for an end to attacks on seafarers and transport workers

London

Resurgence of incidents in the Black Sea, Sea of Azov and the Strait of Hormuz region

PORTS

Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 0.2% in the second quarter of 2026.

Hong Kong

An increase of +6.5% was recorded in June

PORTS

Uiltrasporti is strongly opposed to the establishment of Porti d'Italia Spa

Rome

Verzari and Gulli: the AdSPs must be coordinated by a public body that can protect port workers

PORTS

CMPort sets new monthly, quarterly and half-yearly container traffic records

Hong Kong

In the first half of 2026, 78.3 million were moved (+4.6%)

PORTS

In the first half of this year, the port of Singapore handled 22.7 million containers (+4.7%)

Singapore

Historic record for half-year bunker sales

PORTS

Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 10.3% in the second quarter.

Long Beach

Growth of +1.7% was recorded in the first half of 2026

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

The new board of directors of Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane has been appointed.

Rome

Tommaso Tanzilli confirmed as president. Gianpiero Strisciuglio is the new CEO.

PORTS

Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for completion of dredging activities

Gioia Tauro

The expected duration of the contract is 60 days

PORTS

In the first half of 2026, cargo traffic in Turkish ports was 279.1 million tonnes (+1.5%)

Ankara

Cargoes with Italy alone amounted to 23.4 million tons (-2.5%)

SHIPYARDS

The first steel cutting of the Carnival Destiny cruise ship.

Monfalcone

Fincantieri and Carnival celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of their collaboration

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