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BRIEFS

November 19, 2013

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Hapag ups Red Sea rate US$200/TEU December, $200/TEU from Dec 15 HK port up 1.6pc in October to 1.88 million TEU, Singapore up 5.6pc Evergreen joins Hanjin in boosting intra-Asia NHS service November 22 CI poll shows shippers expect P3 will mean better service, stable pricing Maersk chief Andersen warns smaller players to stop ordering new ships UASC secures US$512 million loan to pay $1.64 billion for new ships Spanish court clears Prestige captain, chief of crimes against environment Maersk veteran Bruner named CEO of US-flagged Maersk Line Limited CEVA names new CEO as old one resumes role as non-executive chairman Manila's ICTSI and state agencies join in Philippines typhoon relief MOL pledges free shipping to get aid to Philippines typhoon victims Famous Pacific Shipping extends reach into India and east Africa Eva cuts cargo, carriers charge by weight, costlier items shrink sized Air China Cargo opts for Pennsylvania's Unisys logistics management IT SDV warehouse complex starts construction at Dubai Airport Freezone HAECO's TAECO delivers first Boeing 757 conversion for Air China Cargo Dragonair to launch Hong Kong Penang A330-300 service in March 2014 Changi Airport Group launches Airport-Wide Recycling Day

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NOVEMBER 18, 2013
"K" Line to transport emergency relief supplies to typhoon-hit Philippines Capt. J. C. Anand conferred Life Achievement Award DP World receives UAE's highest business award for 2013 HMM recognised with 'Carbon Management Award' NYK Group to aid victims of Philippine typhoon NYK Stolt Tankers orders new parcel tanker Port of Zeebrugge to be entry point for Vietnamese fish exports to Europe SCAC Consultants on a mission to bring the world together Wan Hai, Inter-Asia Lines join hands to provide dedicated service covering Yangon Fall in orders from China hit cotton yarn exports India may finally get MFN status; Pak to get duty benefit Veg. oil imports at record high APM Terminals handles record volume in third quarter MoS looking at doubling capacity expansion at Major Ports Vasan dedicates two terminals at Kandla Port to the nation CONCOR wins corporate leadership award Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport adjudged 'Best Cargo Airport of the Year' Customs to get specialised SEZ training

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No carbon footprint for rail transports from Frankfurt to... Bulgarian Sped S is new member of ECG Emirates places largest-ever aircraft order CSX and GE Transportation cooperate Heartland Express acquires Gordon Trucking Two more milestones for Etihad C.H. Robinson extends presence in Europe Ukraine's Danube shipping under piracy threat Martin Bencher Group breaks internal airfreight record Canada: Welsford bypass in New Brunswick opened European ground handling alliance starts in Munich Gefco seeking worldwide communication Record volume and result for APM Terminals Hellmann globalizes airfreight

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NOVEMBER 18, 2013
Eastern Shipbuilding launches another for HOS Wärtsilä BWMS gains AMS acceptance Rolls-Royce lands another live fish carrier contract Great Lakes Shipyard adds to capabilities Box ship newbuilds to have ABB waste heat recovery Cutting CO2? "No brainer" says ICS GAC opens Galliano office November 18, 2013 Havyard books order for icebreaking AHTS

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NOVEMBER 18, 2013
Diamond Logistics expanding at Port of Quincy location Port of Bellingham honoring longtime port commissioner Horizon Lines taps Thurston as Puerto Rico trade senior VP Bachman elected to post on Everett Port Commission Federal Maritime Commission making leadership changes

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NOVEMBER 18, 2013
Delay to Indonesia LNG export project deals a blow to shipping Setback comes as other supply sources are thrown into doubt VLGC spot market stabilises at around $40,000 per day Bright outlook is based on extra cargoes hitting the market RBS will clarify its $16bn shipping book's future, says Varnavides Industry-watchers believe the bank will banish many loans to non-core assets body Tianjin Marine appoints three HNA executives to board Shanghai-listed carrier prepares to become HNA Group's energy shipping unit Bangladesh drives up recycling prices Demand rises as the country's mill owners stock up on steel Terminals become critical as boxships get bigger, warns Fejfer Port speed and efficiency will be decisive but these will cost, warns APMT boss Security expert says ransom payout will prompt more West Africa attacks Nigeria rebels claim maritime body backed $2m payment to free two US seafarers Arne Blystad linked to $53m deal for two chemtankers Norwegian company builds its fleet to tap segment's strengthening prospects STX Offshore & Shipbuilding posts $2.1bn loss Troubled South Korean yard is in effect insolvent as divestment continues Allianz promotes energy chief O'Neill to global head of marine Bergeest to retire after 29 years The floating office Technologically advanced smart ships are here, but shipowners need to be aware of their data costs Xu takes helm at China Shipping Group Chinese state giant welcomes new chairman as Li Shaode leaves due to age Global Ship Lease weighs up dividends versus acquisitions Boxship owner's priority is to achieve financial flexibility Dorian LPG will list in New York next year VLGC owner sets its sights on US gas exports and a financial market presence

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NOVEMBER 18, 2013
US LNG export OK affects carriers demand DEMAND potential for LNG carriers is nudging higher because of tentative US approval for a fifth permit to export the cargoes to countries not in free-trade agreements STX Pan Ocean CEO resigns STX PAN Ocean's CEO Yu Chun Il has stepped down, leaving his co-custodian to manage the cash-strapped company in the interim Long-haul box rates fall ASIA/Europe freight rates saw a second week of regression after yet another attempt at rate restoration Drewry sees Jones Act as costly luxury MATSON's order for US Jones Act boxships demonstrates that "flag protectionism" is a costly luxury, a sector consultancy said today Braemar sees 'bearish' box consolidation EVEN MORE consolidation in box shipping is probably ahead, Braemar Seascope Containers predicted today Three ports to promote LNG bunkering SINGAPORE has signed an accord to co-operate on LNG bunkering procedures with Belgium's ports at Antwerp and Zeebrugge BW LPG adjusts details for its IPO BW LPG today raised the minimum price for its IPO shares and cut the offer period Newbuilding orders surge ORDERS for newbuildings in the three main shipping segments have surged year on year, broker Golden Destiny said today Zodiac and Hamburg Süd sell 11 container ships ZODIAC Maritime and Hamburg Süd have sold 11 boxships en bloc Wan Hai-Evergreen launches service TAIWAN carrier Wan Hai Lines said today it is joining Evergreen Line in launching a service linking northeastern Asian ports in Japan, South Korea and China with Ho Chi Minh City's ports Subsea 7 profits drop FOREIGN exchange losses and flatlined sales ate into the interim profits of Subsea 7, the London-based seabed-to-surface construction company said today Bumi Armada unveils FPSO deal BUMI Armada, Malaysia's offshore oilfield services provider, said today it has secured a letter of interim agreement for the supply and operation of an FPSO in the North Sea Ship recycling rebounds in Bangladesh BANGLADESH finally saw a long-overdue recovery last week as surging steel prices once again renewed demand for scrap steel

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NOVEMBER 18, 2013
Port of Los Angeles Truckers Kick Off 36-Hour Strike Port of Los Angeles truck drivers from Green Fleet Systems, American Logistics International and Pac 9 Transportation went on strike this morning to protest labor practices, according to The Waterfront Coalition. Picket lines were set up at the three companies, which are based in Carson, Calif., at 5 a.m. local time,... Waterfront Family Feud News flash: Many longshoremen in the Port of New York and New Jersey are second-, third- or even fourth-generation dockworkers. Surprised? Neither am I. Longshoring isn't the only job that tends to be passed from generation to generation. "Legacies" are common in law firms, Ivy League admissions, and countless other activities. Just... Celadon Buys Some Assets of N. Yanke Transfer Limited Celadon Group has entered into an agreement to acquire selected assets of N. Yanke Transfer Limited, expanding the North American motor carrier's footprint for over-the-road and rail services in Canada. Yanke operates approximately 300 tractors, including more than 100 team expedited trucks, and generated about $90 million in revenue in 2012.... Middle East Airlines Dominate Orders at Dubai Airshow Qatar Airways has placed a firm order for five new Airbus A330-200 Freighter aircraft in an agreement signed at the Dubai Airshow 2013.The Middle East's leading airlines made clear their common determination to boost passenger and freight market shares this weekend at the 2013 Dubai Airshow as they dominated the... Allcargo Logistics' Profit Drops Allcargo Logistics Ltd., India's leading international freight forwarder and port-based logistics provider, said its consolidated net profit in the second fiscal quarter, which ended Sept. 30, was $6.7 million, falling 28 percent from $9.4 million in the same period of fiscal year 2012-13. Quarterly revenue increased 6 percent year-over-year to $170.4... Air Freight Outlook "Encouraging," AAPA Says The profitability of Asian carriers with major freighter fleets continues to be negatively impacted by the overhang of excess capacity, but the long-term outlook for air freight is "encouraging," according to the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines. Rate and volume growth on major East-West trade lanes has been stagnant for much... Speculative Construction Spikes in US Industrial Real Estate Market Industrial Buildings Under Construction - Q3 2013 Full-size image The key element of the industrial real estate market in the third quarter of 2013 was the growth of speculative construction, according to data and analysis provided by commercial real estate services firm Jones Lang LaSalle. Of the nearly 95 million square feet of... Drewry: Repeal the Jones Act The U.S. Jones Act, which requires that U.S. domestic ocean cargo is carried from port to port in ships that are built in the U.S., manned mostly by U.S. seamen and flagged in the U.S., should be repealed, Drewry Maritime Research said today. The Merchant Marine Act of 1920, which is... Peak Season Drives Busy October at Port of Virginia Cranes at the Port of VirginiaThe Port of Virginia handled 206,597 TEUs in October, jumping 17.8 percent year-over-year and surpassing the single-month record for TEUs that was just set in July, as a result of the peak season. "We knew we'd had a busy October, but to surpass that mark set... CEVA Logistics Remains in the Red CEVA Logistics today reported a net loss of $54 million in the third quarter of 2013, compared with a net loss of $78 million in the same period last year. Revenue for the third-party logistics provider, No. 27 on JOC's list of the Top 50 Transportation and Logistics Companies, was $2.10... Former Long Beach Mayor Warns Dissension Threatens Port Business MSC Fabiola at the Port of Long Beach, Calif.Former Long Beach Mayor Beverly O'Neill told the current mayor, Bob Foster, the city council and the Long Beach Harbor Commission that an item on the council's Nov. 19 agenda is ill-advised and could lead to a loss of business at the... IAG Cargo Provides Relief Flight to the Philippines Following the devastating damage caused by Typhoon Haiyan, IAG Cargo, part of the IAG Group, has offered aid agencies the use of a freighter aircraft to fly emergency aid and supplies to the Philippines. A Boeing 747 freighter with capacity for up to 120 tonnes of cargo is scheduled to fly... Wilh. Wilhelmsen ASA short-listed for the European Small and Mid-cap Awards 2013 Wilh. Wilhelmsen ASA short-listed for the European Small and Mid-cap Awards 201318.11.2013 (WWASA)Wilh. Wilhelmsen ASA is among three companies quoted on the Oslo Stock Exchange (OSE) now short-listed for the European Small and Mid-cap Awards 2013. The awards are part of a Europe-wide competition to highlight the best European small... Winners of RoadOne's Elite Driver Program Named Randolph, Massachusetts, November 18, 2013 - RoadOne IntermodaLogistics, a leading single source intermodal, distribution, and logistics services company, announces today the winners of its RoadOne Elite owner-operator driver program, the top 1% of RoadOne's drivers. This award recognizes RoadOne driver excellence in: safety - one year accident free and limited violations; sustainable... NYK Group to Aid Victims of Philippine Typhoon The NYK Group will donate 100,000 U.S. dollars through the NYK-TDG Friendship Foundation* and provide free transport of supplies to those directly affected by deadly Typhoon Haiyan (known locally as Yolanda), which struck the Philippines on November 8. In addition, the NYK Group has started to collect donations from executives... Kansas City Southern Announces Operations Department Reorganization KANSAS CITY, Mo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kansas City Southern (KCS) (NYSE: KSU) announced today the reorganization of several operations department functions. "These organizational changes will ensure the U. S. operating team is well structured and prepared to manage our rapidly growing business. We continue to develop our team internally and grow individuals with tremendous... Senior FMC Executives Assume New Responsibilities November 18, 2013 NR 13-15 Contact: Karen V. Gregory, Secretary (202) 523-5725 Chairman Mario Cordero announced that the following FMC Senior Executives have taken on new leadership responsibilities: Florence Carr is now serving as Director, Bureau of Trade Analysis (202-523-5796). Rebecca Fenneman is now serving as Director, Consumer Affairs and Dispute Resolution Services (202-523-5807) Sandra L. Kusumoto is now... LA-LB Container Volume Inched Up in October Port of Los AngelesThe Los Angeles-Long Beach port complex's total container volume in October was 1.26 million 20-foot-equivalent units, increasing 1.0 percent from 1.25 million TEUs in October 2012. Loaded containers moving through the nation's largest port complex inched up 0.1 percent over the level seen in October 2012, with imports...

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NOVEMBER 18, 2013
AIG behind $400m loan AIG Commercial Asset Finance (AIGCAF) of the US has emerged as the provider of a $400m loan for an affiliate of Edison Chouest Offshore. All eyes on VLCCs VLCCs trading in the spot market have watched freight rates skyrocket in recent weeks but it's unclear if the gains will continue. Goldman downs Hornbeck Goldman Sachs downgraded shares of Hornbeck Offshore Services as it downplayed market optimism about rising rig counts in the US Gulf of Mexico offshore vessel market. Jones Act under fire A leading maritime consultancy is taking aim at the Jones Act, a US cabotage law that protects domestic shipowners and yards from low-cost foreign competitors. Varnavides confirms exit Long-time Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) shipping chief Lambros Varnavides has confirmed reports that he plans to retire upon his 65th birthday next year. Tech Project bins another Tech Project of Ukraine has continued a clearout of large bulkers with an $11m demolition deal, brokers say. Star swoops for ultras Expanding Star Bulk Carriers has emerged as the owner behind the purchase of two ultramax bulkers from Daiichi of Japan. Papadopoulos returns Dimitris Papadopoulos has returned to the chief financial officer's seat at Freeseas half a decade after quitting the post. SCI's VLCC U-turn State-controlled Shipping Corp of India (SCI) has scrapped a plan to sell a modern VLCC after apparent disagreements with the government. SNO falls to a loss Romanian shipyard turns to red in first nine months as revenue falls. Navios makes VL case A unique breakeven rate and significant upside potential tempted Navios Maritime Acquisition to spend over $160m on three VLCCs last week, its chief executive says. Logindo eyes $63m Indonesia's Logindo Samudramakmur is targeting up to $63m from its Jakarta IPO as it pursues new vessels. Hanjin takes a tumble Shares in troubled Korean shipowner Hanjin Shipping tumbled to a 2013 low today after the company revealed it may tap financial markets for funds. AHTS crewman injured A seafarer has been taken to hospital in the UK after an accident on a Simon Mokster anchor-handler. "A miserable year" Shipping rates have endured their worst year since Joseph Hazelwood took to the stand, Nelson Mandela was released from prison and Germany reunified, Clarksons data says. Crude seeks strike two Crude tanker scrapping could exceed newbuilding orders for the second year in a row, Jefferies says. O'Neill takes over Insurance group Allianz will have a new European and Asian head of marine next year as Volker Bergeest retires. Otto scores tug double Otto Marine has logged a repeat order to build a pair of harbour tugs for an Indonesia customer. DasGupta triumphs Parthasarathi DasGupta is the 2013 TradeWinds Maritime Photographer of the Year following strong backing by readers in last week's vote. Bond boost for Fjord Line Fjord Line has freed up over $12m while it looks to complete upgrade work to one of its vessels. Femco turns to Havyard Havyard has clinched a deal with Russia's Femco to construct an ice-breaking offshore support vessel (OSV) at its Leirvik shipyard. BW LPG in demand Intense investor demand has seen BW LPG narrow the scope of its initial public offering at the top end of the range and close the book on the issue early. ABG debt deal delayed Indian shipyard ABG's debt restructuring plan has failed to gain the backing of a majority of its lenders. Subsea 7 slips back Oslo-listed offshore shipping group Subsea 7 has seen profit cut in the first nine-months as revenue dropped. Lines join forces Container lines Evergreen and Hanjin Shipping are teaming up for a run to south-east Asia. Pacific profit nose dives Investors in Pacific Radiance, which only listed in Singapore on Wednesday, have already received their first bit of bad news. Seadrill snaps up rig Seadrill's hunger for drilling rigs shows no signs of abating after it picked up a distressed asset in China. Fire on DFDS ro-ro Firefighters have managed to extinguish a blaze aboard a DFDS ro-ro ferry after it caught fire in the North Sea. Denmark's Davos Denmark is looking to promote its maritime cluster through a series of events already being dubbed the Davos of shipping. DSME beats expectations DSME, the South Korean shipbuilder, has reported a strong set of third quarter results easily exceeding analyst's predictions. 10 new VLs pending Two high-profile shipowners are pursuing VLCC newbuilding orders in a sign of shifting sentiment toward the long-maligned sector. Everglory released A Standard Chartered-owned bulker caught up in a legal dispute over unpaid bunkers has been released from arrest in Singapore.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2013
Senators renew effort for infrastructure bank U.S., CARICOM seek to strengthen trade FMC names 3 to new positions BNSF to redevelop Texas yard for oil, ag sectors At Sweetwater, one facility will offer space for materials required to drill for shale oil and gas in the Permian Basin and Cline Shale formations, while the other will handle grain unit trains for feed distributor Cape & Son. Descartes releases same-day delivery optimization technology 2013 U.S. ag exports set $140.9 billion record "U.S. agricultural exports from 2009-2013 increased by a total of more than $230 billion - and the average volume of bulk commodities exported increased by nearly 4 million tons per year," Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said. Lengthy ILWU contract talks possible, port official warns Ken Uriu, marketing manager at the Port of Long Beach, said ports are eager to avoid an impasse such as that experienced in 2002, when a 10-day lockout of ILWU members shut down container terminals along the West Coast. Cargill looking at LNG to power ships The global commodities shipper said it's working with the classification society DNV GL, Royal Dutch Shell and international advisory firm Xyntéo to "evaluate possible ways to use LNG for dry bulk and tanker vessels." Drewry: Air rates skyrocket in October

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NOVEMBER 18, 2013
Below average demand in Fujairah Prices softening in Suez. North European bunker prices register little change Avails for low sulphur product tight in Rotterdam. ExxonMobil offers advice on VGP Current VGP runs out on December 19. Major charterer to examine business case for LNG bunkers Cargill joins major players to assess commercial prospects for alternative bunker fuel. Biofuel projects a 'house of cards' Price forecasts used by US military 'wildly optimistic'. Platts welcomes results of independent review 'We are pleased our methodology and procedures provide assurance that PRA principles have been achieved.' Asian IFO prices start week stronger Tight barging reported in Singapore. Aegean starts supplies at Spanish port Bunker tanker Sara deployed for round-the-clock operations. Indian port to grow bunker facitilities The government signed the concession agreements on Saturday. JV orders modern parcel tanker Vessel will have 'most advanced eco-ship design', says NYK Stolt Tankers. Box newbuilds install waste heat recovery systems System converts up to 4% of lost energy from fuel into electricity. CSC Phoenix vessels sold As part of request from creditor bank to repay loans.

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PORTS

Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.

Paris

It will become operational in 2027

COMPETITION

SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori

Rome

The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.

Brussels

The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation

PORTS

Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.

Rome

Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%

Taranto

Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

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

LOGISTICS

In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).

Hedehusene

Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.

TRUCKING

Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.

Milan

PORTS

Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.

Genoa

Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.

PORTS

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

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.

Antwerp

In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased

PORTS

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

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

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

SHIPPING

While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.

CRUISES

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

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.

London/Brussels

Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.

PORTS

ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.

Brussels

Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.

PORTS

PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously

Genoa

Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.

LEGISLATION

Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation

Rome

The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen

PORTS

Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Los Angeles

Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.

SHIPPING

HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs

Seoul

The ships will be delivered by April 2029

PORTS

Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.

Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter

PIRACY

Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter

Kuala Lumpur

The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk

Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.

PORTS

Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.

La Spezia

A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation

ACCIDENTS

In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.

Batam

This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"

TRADE

South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.

Beijing

Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group

PORTS

Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter

Singapore

By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

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

PORTS

In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes

Genoa

Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference

LEGISLATION

The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.

Washington

"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."

SHIPPING

Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.

Oslo

From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton

TRADE

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

Washington

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

PORTS

Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.

Livorno

Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

SHIPPING

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

Beijing

Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports

PORTS

In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.

Ankara

Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)

SHIPPING

Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue

Taipei/Keelung

In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded

SHIPPING

ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework

Brussels

Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%

Naples

Cruise passengers on the rise

PORTS

New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months

Washington

National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.

Madrid

The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros

SHIPPING

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

Haifa

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

INDUSTRY

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

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.

Genoa

Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion

Brussels

The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted

MARITIME SERVICES

SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug

Santiago

An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%

Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)

SHIPPING

Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)

Cairo/Ismailia

In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%

PORTS

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

Naples/Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

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

PORTS

In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%

Ravenna

Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

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

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.

Los Angeles

Invitation to submit expressions of interest

In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.

PORTS

In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.

Geneva

The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)

SHIPPING

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

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

PORTS

Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054

Genoa

The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP

FREIGHT TERMINALS

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

Padua

PORTS

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

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.

PORTS

In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%

Hamburg

Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.

SHIPPING

China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels

Beijing

The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures

ACCIDENTS

New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden

Southampton

UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

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

CRUISES

Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.

Hannover/Trieste

With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned

PORTS

GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese

Palermo

The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt

SHIPPING

HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships

Seoul

The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars

Vienna

The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.

In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%

PORTS

In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%

Bremen

Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.

CRUISES

A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026

Catania

In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.

PORTS

Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.

Barcelona/Algeciras

In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.

Rome

The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

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

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

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

SHIPPING

GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China

Genoa

It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.

PORTS

A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.

Vado Ligure

Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata

SHIPPING

Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement

Naples

Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports

PORTS

The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.

Gioia Tauro

Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.

PORTS

The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.

La Spezia

The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"

PORTS

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

Istanbul

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

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.

Valencia

In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%

PORTS

Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.

Long Beach

Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.

PORTS

Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.

Genoa

Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.

SHIPPING

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

Izmir

It will be held on a weekly basis

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

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

MARITIME SERVICES

Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector

Genoa

Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels

PORTS

The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.

Rome/Trieste

Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement

TAXES

Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits

Rome

Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play

COMPANIES

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

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

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

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

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

SHIPYARDS

Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory

Ismailia

They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

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

PORTS

Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter

Hong Kong

A 16.3% drop was recorded in September

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France

Trondheim/Brest

Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest

SHIPPING

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

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks

Brussels

They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

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

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods

Rome

A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law

SHIPYARDS

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

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

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

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPYARDS

The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo

Palermo

Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan

SHIPPING

In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%

Hong Kong

Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

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

OFFSHORE

Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years

Palermo

Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

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

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.

Taranto

Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas

ACCIDENTS

One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies

Amsterdam/London

Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships

PORTS

Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.

Rome

At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.

EDUCATION

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

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.

Nola

Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network

SHIPPING

The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.

Vado Ligure

It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock

FINANCING

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

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

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

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro

Gioia Tauro

The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.

COMPANIES

A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.

Milan

At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

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

PORTS

Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.

Livorno

The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

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

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

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

Rome

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

SHIPPING

Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.

Athens

They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.

Rozzano

The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

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

PORTS

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

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)

Valencia

In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel

PORTS

The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.

Pozzallo

It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm

CRUISES

Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises

Monfalcone

It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.

MEETINGS

A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

PORTS

Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.

Rome

This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.

EDUCATION

The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.

Genoa

The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed

LOGISTICS

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector

Rome

Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.

LOGISTICS

Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena

Mesero

Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.

OFFSHORE

Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.

San Donato Milanese

The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023

SHIPPING

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

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

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

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.

Naples

Serious irregularities found on board

PORTS

Italian Ports:

Ancona

Genoa

Ravenna

Augusta

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

MEETINGS

A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

MEETINGS

The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.

Lugano

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December

(The Business Standard)

We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

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

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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

Villorba

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

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

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

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%

Venice

The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.

SHIPPING

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

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico

The Eagle

The sale will be completed in the next few days

MEETINGS

The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.

Lugano

Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland

OFFSHORE

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

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.

Ferrara

The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities

PORTS

The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.

London

Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch

PORTS

In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%

Taranto

The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped

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