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BRIEFS

August 20, 2013

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China-wide July port box volume increases 8.4pc to 16.49 million TEU Suez truck access cut at Port Said, but ships flow by in record numbers August marks slower growth in logistics confidence, but prospects bright Southampton box shop rated best in UK for speed, 20th in the world MCC Transport offers Yangon weekly feeder loop to Port Klang, Singapore Regional Container Lines suffers US$4.2 quarterly loss after 2012 profit Maersk's Damco posts first half net loss of US$2 million, blames poor market EU appeals to WTO to rule on Chinese anti-dumping duties on steel tubes Transnet's weak showing earns CEO 42pc annual pay cut to US$714,354 US Government asked to clear confusion over China's new imposed VAT Container leasing to grow more than 6pc despite bearish outlook: Drewry Chongqing-Xinjiang-Europe railway boosts trade in western region Australia's Victoria state allows truckers to move 2 FEU in one load Old 1935 'hours of work' article reads as if it were been written today Ministry of Civil Aviation says Cairo airport operating normally Chinese firms in high-speed mode to rebuild fire ravished Nairobi airport Man and woman pilots crashed UPS Airbus A300 during autopilot landing

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AUGUST 19, 2013
"K" Line (India) commences marine management services Asia-Europe spot rates see significant fall Maersk in slot share on China-Australia service Manzanillo ports second box terminal handles first vessel NATO & EU Force Commanders discuss counter-piracy operations off Somali coast Port of Salalah & Virginia International Terminals join forces JSW Jaigarh Port discharges first commercial rock phosphate shipment Kandla Port gets one more seafarers' centre Tanzania Ports Authority mandates ECTN coverage for all imports into country from Sept. 1 Fieo lauds govt move to mobilise dollars from abroad IFFCO is not a public authority, does not come under RTI Act: CIC INR plunges to all-time low of 62.91 Recent FEMA amendments explained Bachubhai Ahir elected President of Gandhidham Chamber of Commerce & Industry for 2013-14

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BNSF plans to improve and expand rail capacity Cargo volumes on the rise in Long Beach Damco - revenue increase but post tax operating loss Air Panama gets first B737-300QC Aeromexico receives first B787 Dreamliner Long HGVs travel more than 500 km per day Better prospects for Maersk Europa Worldwide bought by former RH Freight owner China Cargo Airlines mothballs last MD-11F Delays at Container Terminal Burchardkai Germany ratifies MLC 2006 Xcell Logistic is new member of PPL Networks PIT compares 6x2 and 6x4 tractors Supervisory board chair change at Berlin-Brandenburg airport

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AUGUST 19, 2013
Siemens charters Esvagt's Havyard newbuilds Louisiana looks to help McDermott Morgan City workers Insurer launches new Inland Marine division T&T Salvage responds to oil platform fire GSA auctioning off survey ship Polarcus says more about WesternGeco suit Clarksons: "trading in line with expectations"

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AUGUST 19, 2013
Special Everett Port Board meeting to discuss replacing commissioner Grant funds help Port of Vancouver construct bike, pedestrian pathways Panama Canal Authority begins centennial countdown Longshore union backing Millennium Bulk Terminals Carlile taps Henri Legal as LTL/Facilities vice president

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AUGUST 19, 2013
Ferry collision focuses attention on Philippine carrier's safety record Philippine Span Asia Carrier Corp has 51 casualties recorded Iran demands $1m for Indian tanker accused of pollution Shipping Corporation of India vessel Desh Shanti detained despite protestations of innocence China Shipping Development losses nearly double Weak margins and increased financial costs hit Chinese state giant Rupee's fall adds to Indian shipbreakers' woes Market sent reeling by volatile currency exchange rates and unpredictable steel plate prices MLC takes its first step into the unknown Long-awaited convention comes into force with questions still to be answered over its operation US vessels trading internationally urged to comply with MLC Ports will inspect all vessels, not only those flagged in ratifying states Liberia brings MLC inspection in-house Registry trains 180 inspectors to deal with MLC, with input from Mission to Seafarers Vancouver container throughput rises West coast Canadian gateway is ahead by 2.7% on 2012 at 1,588,995 teu handled Northern sea route suffers a summer chill NSR offers shorter distances but voyage times can still be hampered by thick ice after winter is over Spot rates slide again But analyst says Maersk Line is better positioned than rivals to cope with declines UK slump in seaborne LNG imports favours shale gas development Concerns raised over winter gas shortage as cargoes head for Pacific Basin instead World's largest boxship makes maiden European call APM Terminals' Rotterdam facility ready to meet challenge of ultra-large vessels ReCAAP highlights more thefts in Manila Bay Information-sharing group reports three incidents involving boxships in 17 days We should take pride in MLC Shipping is the only major industry with such a comprehensive framework for acceptable standards of employment Maersk fleet replacement on hold despite profit recovery Andersen says capacity sufficient to meet needs for several years Damco flips into red in second quarter Freight-forwarding unit of AP Moller-Maersk posts after-tax net operating loss of $8m Clarksons reports flat profits Despite 'challenging' outlook, company delivers resilient first-half performance

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AUGUST 19, 2013
Newbuilding orders surge 207% in July NEWBUILDING orders totalled 335 vessels worldwide in July, up 207% from the 109 ships ordered in July 2012, Greek broker Golden Destiny said today BIMCO warns over monetary tightening PROSPECTS of tighter monetary policy in the US and China are likely to outweigh economic development in Europe and looser monetary policy in Japan, BIMCO warned today Two-tug Alaskan tanker escorts codified DOUBLE-hull tankers of more than 5,000gt will be required to use two tugs to escort them through Prince William Sound in Alaska, the US Coast Guard said today Cruise tax threat dismissed as 'unlikely' SENATOR Jay Rockefeller's recent cruise tax proposals are "highly unlikely" to proceed, Wells Fargo analyst Tim Conder predicted today COSL, Norway settle on taxes CHINA Oilfield Services Ltd and Norway's tax office settled their dispute over COSL Drilling Europe Clarkson's stresses finance opportunities CLARKSON'S, the London-based shipping services group, said today it is trading in line with its expectations and sees finance opportunities despite a challenging maritime outlook Sonata starts takeover of Belships SONATA, an investment company that is the biggest shareholder in the Norwegian drybulk and product tanker company Belships, today began compulsory purchase of shares CSDC losses nearly double CHINA Shipping Development said today 1H13 losses nearly doubled year on year to 949M yuan ($154M), mainly because financial costs rose 80% and the bulk shipping sector remained depressed Box sector switch urged BOX SHIPPING needs to switch from its asset-heavy, one-stop-shop approach to instead stress core services, a report urged today CSSC shuffles yard bosses CSSC, ONE of China's two government-owned shipbuilding conglomerates, said today it has taken a first step in merging Guangzhou units KOMIPO signs coal deals with HMM and SW KOREA Midland Power, part of Korea Electric Power, said today it has awarded a 400Bn won ($359M) contract of affreightment to compatriot shipping companies Hyundai Merchant Marine and SW Shipping MISC's profits fall 20.8% MALAYSIAN carrier MISC's net profits fell 20.8% year on year in 2Q13 to 300.9M ringgit ($91.57M), as the depressed crude oil tanker sector hurt its earnings Ultrabulk raises forecast ULTRABULK of Denmark today increased its forecast for full-year operating profits and said 1H13 net profits almost doubled year on year Breaking falls as rupee slides to historic low BREAKING has almost ground to a halt in the Indian subcontinent, as the rupee slid to a historic low of 62 to the dollar, amid flat steel prices in the region Capesize rally boosts sales THREE Capesizes were sold last week, as the surprising rally in the Baltic Capesize Index continues to encourage investment in the sector

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AUGUST 19, 2013
Japanese Exports to US Jump 18.4 Percent Japan's exports to the United States rose for the seventh straight month in July on a year-on-year basis, surging 18.4 percent to ¥1.106 trillion ($11.3 billion), according to preliminary figures released by the Finance Ministry on Aug 19. The July jump in U.S.-bound shipments was led by autos, batteries and motors,... Asian Exports Expected to Surge After contracting in June, total exports from Asia last month accelerated, and double-digit growth is likely in the months ahead, according to analysis by Nomura. The investment bank said total Asian exports excluding Japan fell 2.5 percent year-on-year in June, but July data from China revealed a rebound to 5.1 percent... Drewry: Cash-Strapped Carriers Returning to Core Services Cash-strapped container carriers are retreating to port-to-port operations from door-to-door services, allowing freight forwarders to increase their ocean market share, according to industry consultant Drewry. Maersk's sale of its U.S. trucking unit Bridge Terminal Transport is the latest evidence that "a mixture of financial necessity and commercial reality is further forcing... Maritime Labour Convention 2006 to Enter Into Force on Aug. 20 The Maritime Labour Convention, an International Labour Organization agreement established in 2006 to embody all existing global maritime labor conventions and recommendations, is set to enter into force on Aug. 20. When the MLC enters into force, it will become binding international law for the first 30 countries with registered ratifications... Tso Joins Modern Terminals as CFO Vivian Tso, Modern Terminals' new CFO.Modern Terminals has hired Vivian Tso as chief financial officer. Tso will lead Modern Terminals' next phase of development, according to the Hong Kong-based container terminal operator. Tso has experience in strategic development, joint ventures, acquisitions, shareholder communications and international business management. Prior to joining the group,... Index Shows Minimal Decreases in Truck Freight Capacity FTR Associates' Shippers Conditions Index for June fell "only marginally" from the previous month to a reading of negative 8.1, reflecting a "relatively weak" freight environment, offsetting increased capacity constraints in advance of the hours of service implementation. The SCI is expected to remain in a tight range close to the... Recalls of Chilean Chicken Products Expanded The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service has expanded the amount of chicken products being recalled by the Chilean Ministry of Health. After official notification from the Chilean government of the positive result for dioxin in chicken products produced at a facility in San Vincente on May 30... Oakland Terminal Gates Reopen After Protest Marine terminal gates at the Port of Oakland were beginning to reopen at noon Monday following a morning-long blockade by owner-operator truck drivers protesting slow turn times at marine terminals. Port spokesman Isaac Kos-Read said TraPac was the first of the five container terminals to reopen, and the Oakland Police Department... Tampa Port, CSX to Develop Reefer Transload Facility Rendering of completed on-dock transloading facility that will accommodate a variety of reefer cargoes that will be delivered by ship to the Port of Tampa and then transported by train to the Midwest market.Tampa Port Authority has signed a letter of intent with Green Express for the development of an... Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics Expands Mexico Service Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics has expanded its ocean transportation service from Veracruz, Mexico. Starting in September, WWL will offer two to three sailings per month from Veracruz to service the U.S. East Coast and connect with other routes. Service calls include the ports of Veracruz; Galveston, Texas; Brunswick, Ga.; Charleston, S.C.; and... Report: US Industrial Real Estate Market Reflects Positive Trending The U.S. industrial real estate market performed "well" during the first half of 2013, highlighted by year-over-year increases in transaction volume and revenue in many markets, as well as a widely sustained positive outlook for the remainder of the year, according to John Morris, Cushman & Wakefield's leader of industrial... Confusion Over China VAT Dissipates; Fear of Abuse Lingers WASHINGTON - The transportation and logistic industry's confusion about China's new value added tax of 6 percent appears to be dissipating, but there is still concern that some misguided or bad actors are taking advantage of shippers. The majority of the industry uncertainty about the tax concerns how it applies to... Rocket Science If we can put a man on the moon, why's it so hard to fix the congestion at the Port of New York and New Jersey? It was a good question from a frustrated shipper, and two answers quickly come to mind. First, the 1960s space program had a virtually unlimited budget.... NY-NJ Port Focuses on Fixing Problems That Make It 'Fragile' When it's working right, the Port of New York and New Jersey is an effective gateway for one-third of the containerized cargo moving through U.S. East Coast ports. But when things go wrong they can really go wrong. That was demonstrated this summer, when computer problems at Maher Terminals set off... Recipe for Disaster: What Went Wrong at NY-NJ A change in computer systems at Maher Terminals was the rock that started the avalanche, but it was only one of several contributors to this summer's delays at the Port of New York and New Jersey. The mess began on June 8, when Maher launched a new Navis N4 system designed... Extended Terminal Gate Hours at NY-NJ? Perhaps The lines form at 4 a.m. or earlier. Port drayage drivers snooze, sip coffee or listen to music as they wait for gates to open at New York-New Jersey container terminals. They're there to beat the rush. With an early start, they have a better chance to pick up a load... BIMCO: Demolition Counterbalances New Ship Deliveries Demand in the container shipping segment is "hobbling forward," as a "healthy level" of demolition counterbalances the inflow of new and larger ships, according to the BIMCO Shipping Market Overview & Outlook report for August. Demand was positive on the intra-Asia and trans-Pacific trade routes, as well as the Europe-to-Asia backhaul... UN Security Council Addresses Piracy in Gulf of Guinea The United Nations Security Council has called for a comprehensive regional approach to combat the threat of piracy and armed robbery at sea in the Gulf of Guinea, urging its member states to prosecute perpetrators in accordance with international laws. "The Security Council expresses its deep concern at the reported number... Oakland's New Port Chief to Develop Action Plan to Boost Reliability Over the past few years, delays and port shutdowns, sometimes caused by the International Longshore and Warehouse Union and sometimes by outside forces, have given Oakland a reputation as being one of the most unreliable ports on the West Coast. Work stoppages by longshoremen and gate congestion following a consolidation of... Damco Swings to Loss Damco slumped to a second quarter loss of $8 million from a $28 million profit a year earlier, as lower ocean container traffic more than offset strong growth in its air freight and supply chain management operations. A.P. Moller-Maersk's freight forwarding and logistics unit also reported a 5 percent decline in...

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AUGUST 19, 2013
Owners fear fatal cargo Bulker owners appear be growing increasingly concerned about the carriage of Indonesian nickel ore, a cargo that has been linked to nearly half a dozen deadly sinkings since late 2010. NCL wins a new fan Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) won a thumbs up on Wall Street as a leading analyst upgraded her rating on the company's shares. Great depressions relived A wave of newbuilding investment this year means shipping risks reliving the painful depressions it experienced during the 1970s and 1990s, a new report claims. Cecon narrows loss Norwegian offshore vessel operator Cecon has slashed its second quarter deficit as revenue jumped. DNB down on boxships DNB Markets has dimmed its view for a recovery in the containership market. CSDC earnings slump China Shipping Development Co (CSDC) has fallen to a deeper loss in the first half of the year as rates remained weak. A victory for Victor A Greek civil court has given entrepreneur and shipowner Victor Restis what amounts to his first victory in the case against him for embezzlement and money laundering. Platou sees Suez spur VLCC owners could once again benefit from dramatic world events should unrest in Egypt lead to the closure of the Suez Canal, RS Platou Markets says. Navig8 unit plans IPO Navig8 is looking to raise $140m from a private placement to support a six strong product tanker order as the flurry of activity on Oslo's over-the-counter market continues. Platou's UK tanker dream UK shop RS Platou LLP has kicked off its long-dreamed of tanker business with a four-strong dedicated team in its London office. Dry divide Opinion is split as to whether a surge which saw capesize rates race up by over one third last week can be sustained. Hanjin Heavy chops loss Korea's Hanjin Heavy Industries & Construction (HHIC) has returned to profit in the second quarter of the year. Samho down in Q2 Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries has fallen into the red in the second quarter of the year. Tidemand launches takeover Sverre Tidemand has launched a mandatory takeover of Belships after a rights issue which divided the owning family forced his hand. Case cheers S&P A stronger than expected showing from its sale and purchase department helped Clarksons to what chief executive Andi Case is calling a robust first half performance. Northern eyes new rigs Northern Offshore says it might be looking to sell-off some of its existing rigs and invest in new tonnage. Temasek sells LNG stock Temasek Holdings, the Singapore sovereign wealth fund, has surprised many by selling its stake in Cheniere Energy. Siemens takes two Esvagt has secured a chartering agreement from Siemens Energy for the supply of two offshore wind service vessels. Kiani Satu refloated Salvors have succeeded in refloating a general cargo vessel that went aground off South Africa earlier this month. Ugland bulker robbed An LT Ugland handymax bulker has been targeted by robbers at the Samarinda anchorage, Indonesia it has emerged. Oiltanking sells stake Oiltanking has agreed to sell a 45% stake of its Helios terminal facility in Singapore to Macquarie Capital.

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AUGUST 19, 2013
ITC continues trade investigation of oil pipe imports "We are concerned that in using the trade laws to disrupt a number of legitimate, responsible and long-term supply relationships, the ITC has allowed domestic industry OCTG producers to misuse the trade laws again," AIIS warned. Johnson to stay as Port Miami director U.S. reiterates Japan's importance to trade deal Emphasizing Japan has a large part in writing "the rules of the road" during TPP negotiations, the USTR chief said a strong relationship between Japan and the United States is critical to the success of the partnership. ILA to meet over Hampton Roads local contract Harold J. Daggett, president of the International Longshoremen's Association, will meet with members of the union Monday evening. ILA members rejected the local contract by a vote of 520 to 483 on Aug. 12. Teamsters drop pursuit of AA employees Teamster officials tie their decision to drop pursuit of the airline's mechanics to the Department of Justice's recent announcement that it will not approve the proposed merger between American and US Airways. Fralin switches from VPA to state transport board Jefferies: New ship orders could delay recovery Damco excels at air freight in first half XPO closes 3PD purchase C.H. Robinson names Aris European forwarding director FMC reviews 18 OTI license applications

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AUGUST 19, 2013
Authorities respond to diesel spill in South Carolina Responders deployed two layers of boom to absorb potential release of diesel fuel. IFO prices display mixed trend in Fujairah Cape Town had the biggest price gains on Monday. Bunker prices generally firm in Northwest Europe Price changes in Europe mostly moderate. Regional energy giant readies new fuel oil terminal Sinopec expects fuel oil storage tanks to become operational in October. IFO prices climbing in Asia MGO prices also strengthened in most key markets. NYK looking for deeper cuts in sailing speeds Japanese shipping giant wants further cuts in bunker consumption. Monjasa expands American office Hires three traders to 'ensure that the growth can continue'. Bangladesh Shipping Corporation modernising fleet Old ships are becoming more expensive to operate with rising fuel and other costs, says Managing Director. Reports: Bunker fuel drifts from scene of fatal collision Leak coming from wreck of the ferry MV St. Thomas Aquinas. China approves Zhoushan LNG bunker project $780 million facility to be build by ENN Energy Holdings. Link between sea state and ship fuel consumption analysed Study will be able to reduce bunker consumption of vessels, says authors. MISC profits below market expectations Despite fall in bunker costs. Talks continue for disposal of Titan Quanzhou shipyard With intention to dispose 95% of shares in Titan Quanzhou shipyard to Grand China Logistics.

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LAW

CK Hutchison initiates international arbitration proceedings against the Republic of Panama

Hong Kong

The action follows a similar one by its subsidiary PPC. The lawsuit seeks damages of $2 billion and over $1.5 billion.

PORTS

Hapag-Lloyd to acquire 25% stake in APM Terminals Maasvlakte II

Hamburg

The Maersk Group company will retain operational control of the Dutch terminal

The German company Hapag-Lloyd has signed an agreement with APM Terminals, the terminal operator of the AP Møller-Mærsk shipping group, for

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

LOGISTICS

Sallaum creates a company for land logistics of cars in Europe

Vilnius

It will initially be equipped with 50 car transporters and the fleet will reach 300 vehicles by 2029

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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