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BRIEFS

December 20, 2013

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Evergreen sells off 32,265 containers at US$2,000/TEU to plug losses Paragon Shipping cancels orders for 4,777-TEUers after bulk conversion Tensions rise after Chinese warship blocks US warship in South China Seas MOL ups Asia-Mexico/South America west coast rate US$600/TEU US to introduce bipartisan bill to give Obama Trade Promotion Authority Penang Port's container terminal NBCT falls short of 2013 targets Cathay Pacific/Dragonair cargo/mail volume up 4.7pc in November Atlas Air wins B747-8F ACMI contract from BST Logistics (Hong Kong) Amazon's German workers strike as Christmas peak season takes off

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DECEMBER 19, 2013
A plethora of views, suggestions & solutions were expounded India is an absolutely critical market for UTi: Ditlev Blicher NCC receives new chemical tanker SAL vessel loads over-dimensional column at Mumbai Port Exports to US, EU show positive trend in April-Oct. VPT commissions 9 projects for capacity addition Westports may seek joint ventures for expansion China-Europe rail connectivity being enhanced ADB to give $150 m loan to Petronet LNG to enhance capacity at Dahej terminal Delay in land acquisition hits road projects L&T bags order worth INR 2,935 cr. from Qatar Road Ministry permits 14 highway projects under EPC mode

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Global coverage - local handling

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DECEMBER 19, 2013
Canadian shipowners: VGP requirements "impossible" Viking lays keel for first ocean cruise ship Pacific Radiance exercises PSV options Some EU flag states "struggling" to make the grade

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DECEMBER 19, 2013
Port Metro Vancouver completes airport fuel project environmental review NYK celebrates delivery of shallow draft coal carrier APL terminal honored with JOC productivity award Coast Guard petty officer dies following search and rescue incident Customs opens registration for upcoming trade symposium

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Trading places Baltic Exchange chief executive looks at how it and Lloyd's List have changed with the times Thanks for the memories Printed Lloyd's List will be missed, but we should applaud all it has done, says IMIF chairman Bigger ships, bigger risk The number of salvage companies that could attempt a largescale rescue are very few The evolution of recycling A short tour of the past and future of an industry that has seen significant changes #lloydslistdigital Lloyd's List moves with the times to embrace electronic publishing. This next stage in our evolution will ensure we are able to innovate Secret of success in shipping Mehrotra sets out 10 steps to sustainability Greeks' long voyage to blue-chip status The modern rise of shipping in Greece is a master-class in adaptability Wista-UK - a journey of four decades Lloyd's List has worked to support women in shipping The digital revolution starts here Accurate, hard-hitting shipping news continues @lloydslist.com Boxing clever Ports have seen a huge rise in cargo thanks to use of containers, says HPH chief executive In praise of efficiency YoungShip's secretary-general examines the impact of the social media revolution Advising the next generation Safety, security and the environment are key issues Welded freighters that succeeded in war and peace The US had to build Liberty Ships faster than Allied merchant ships were being sunk The 22 cycles of Lloyd's List Maritime economist tackles 279 years of Lloyd's List maritime coverage Shipping, the environment and sustainability Too much Hornblower, too little Discovery Channel - a much-misunderstood industry The nearsourcing debate Looking at the impact on container shipping of moving production closer to the market Rise of capital markets Capital Link's president looks at the markets' transformation impact on shipping Teu - the one true global standard While all else around it changes at a rapid pace, the container unit remains steady Insurance industry timeline What happened, and when, in the world of marine insurance and classification Strategies for private equity Many ship finance investors are in it for the long haul, others may be looking for a way out Secret of success in shipping Great timing and a fearless approach are crucial, says StealthGas boss Peaks and troughs continue Highs and lows of the past 10 years have been dramatic, says legal firm's transport chief A big crisis leads to big reforms Former CSG chairman says innovation is the only way out of the downturn Goodbye, Lloyd's List - hello and welcome, Lloyd's List! The former secretary-general of the IMO bids the newspaper a fond farewell as it goes digital Making globalisation a positive force Maritime activity has a key role to play in this objective, says IMO secretary-general China shipping embarks on a generational shift The world's biggest shipping nation plans to deliver growth and stamp out corruption Changing face of ship finance University centre's chairman looks back on vital moments in its development A class apart Innovative ideas and technologies benefit those willing to move forward Lloyd's List perspectives: the changing parameters of ship finance Owners' fortunes and reputations will be at stake again, says Poten & Partners chairman Strong will survive in tankers Threat always produces opportunity, says Intertanko's managing director

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DECEMBER 19, 2013
GSL pulls plug on $400M debt plan NYSE-listed Global Ship Lease has cancelled plans to sell $400M in mortgage notes and pay off its remaining bank debt Congress deals blow to US cargo preference US government-impelled cargo will lose $731M in reimbursements over the next decade in the wake of a sweeping budget deal passed by Congress Carnival sees signs of brand recovery NYSE-listed Carnival Corp has posted better-than-expected quarterly results as bookings gain momentum Pacific Radiance takes two more PSVs SINGAPORE-based offshore marine service provider Pacific Radiance has exercised options for two more platform supply vessels (PSVs) Hanjin unveils restructuring, may sell bulk unit Hanjin Shipping said today that it is considering selling its bulk shipping business to raise money TTA plans IPO for fertiliser arm Thoresen Thai Agencies, Thailand's second biggest bulker owner, said today it plans to list subsidiary PM Thoresen Asia Holdings on the Stock Exchange of Thailand Shanghai maritime arbitration caseload doubles Shanghai Maritime Arbitration Commission (SMAC) announced today that it has received 104 cases as of 18 December, 2013, doubled than the same time last year, and its res litigiosa amounted to 1.28Bn yuan ($210M), a 12% year-on-year increase Congestion down in Newcastle terminal Coal shipments from the major Newcastle terminal rebounded strongly in the latest week after earlier bad weather impacts, according to filings from operator Port Waratah Coal Services New measures for box ships Japan's Ministry of Land, Transport and Infrastructure has released temporary safety measures for container ships over 8,000teu in the wake of the break-up and sinking of MOL Comfort on 17 June China new orders triple CHINESE shipyards' new orders more than tripled year on year to 51.9M dwt in the first 11 months, the China National Association of Shipbuilding Industry (CANSI) said today Beijing approves Zhoushan oil terminal China's National Development and Reform Commission has approved a 450,000-tonne crude oil terminal project in Zhoushan, near Shanghai, announced the local port administration Holiday season dampens bulker rates Freight rates for drybulk carriers are weakening across all segments, as the holiday season is afflicting the market

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DECEMBER 19, 2013
DP World Cochin to Hike Terminal Rates Asia Big Doha Winner Daggett: No ILA Slowdowns in Works Federal Judge Denies Injunction to Block NY-NJ Hiring Rules UPS Freight Teamsters to Vote on Contract Next Month China Levels VAT Playing Field for Foreign Shipping Companies NVOCCs Face Spot Market Pricing in the Trans-Pacific Harbor Trucking Association Launches LA-LB Truck Mobility Report UASC Secures $1.3 Billion Loan for 12 New Container Ships Rotterdam Container Traffic Shrinks in Weak Economy Luxembourg Sells Cargolux Stake to Chinese Investors China-Europe Intermodal: 'Just Right'?

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DECEMBER 19, 2013
Teekay arm to raise $53m Teekay Offshore Partners has struck a deal to raise $53.4m in a private placement. Wilson lands OSV order Wilson Sons has secured a contract to construct four offshore support vessels (OSVs) for a Brazilian compatriot. ADM eyes barges Archer Daniels Midland is getting ready to expand its fleet of inland barges under a broader effort to increase crop shipments from its port in northern Brazil. Pemex taps Bourbon arm Petroleos Mexicanos (Pemex) has awarded $68.8m worth of contracts to charter-in three platform supply vessels (PSVs) from Naviera Bourbon Tamaulipas. Karatzas case dismissed Authorities have dismissed a criminal case against ship broker and finance man Basil Karatzas over allegations of embezzling from his former employer, New Jersey brokerage Compass Maritime. DVB raises VLGC flag Continued newbuilding orders have led DVB to dim its view on the VLGC segment. More Greek joy for Sinopac Sinopacific Shipbuilding is rounding off 2013 with the single largest order of the year for its popular eco-ultramax bulkers. Search on for crewman UK authorities have launched a search for a seafarer thought to have been swept into the River Trent. India refuses crew bail A high court in India has blocked a bail bid by anti-piracy crew on an AdvanFort vessel. Q4 joy for Carnival Carnival Corp has surprised the market with a fourth quarter profit but has warned red ink awaits in the first quarter of fiscal 2014. Dof rakes in $65m Dof has won a batch of new charter contracts for its vessels worth at least NOK 400m ($65m). Viking nets $60m deal Christen Sveaas-led Viking Supply Ships has received a pre-Christmas boost after netting a potential $60m deal. Danske charts Avance rise Avance Gas is set for a four-fold rise in profitability over the next two years as the VLGC market enters a period of record potential, Danske Bank says. Maersk gets cash for Xmas The family foundation that controls AP Moller-Maersk is increasing the amount of cash it can retain within the shipping and oil group by restructuring as a holding company. UASC borrows $1.25bn United Arab Shipping Company (UASC) has sealed a huge $1.251bn financing facility for 12 of its series of up to 17 big boxship newbuildings. Baltic's booze bonanza While the word on the street in London is Christmas parties are not what they were - those heading down to the Baltic Bar at lunchtime may want to clear their afternoon schedule. First Golar newbuild fixed Golar LNG has hooked a commissioning cargo for the first of its two recently delivered, speculatively ordered LNG carriers. Gard names London chief A key figure in developing the widening range of products on offer from the Gard marine insurance group is to be managing director of the London operation. Remoy kicks off offer Rem Offshore CEO Age Remoy is ready to spend around $37m on taking full control of his company. Bergen gets a breather Bergen Group has secured short-term financing for its struggling shipbuilding division. Tufton dials it up Tufton Oceanic has re-emerged as a major shareholder in US-quoted bulker owner Paragon. HIT hails debt deal Indonesian owner Humpuss Intermoda Transportasi (HIT) says it is ready to expand after sealing a debt deal with a Greek fund. BLUE joins OTC brigade Navig8 Crude Tankers today became the eighth shipping company to begin trading on Oslo's over the counter (OTC) market this year after a string of IPOs which have raised close to $1.4bn. Detained ferry sinks Hundreds of people have been saved after an overloaded Solomon Islands ferry sank. Crew rescued after smash Thirteen crew have been rescued after a collision between a Chinese bulker and a Cosco containership. Hanjin targets $2bn Loss making Hanjin Shipping has laid out plans for a fire sale of assets to raise nearly $2bn it needs to stay afloat. Pac Radiance begins drive Pacific Radiance is moving ahead with its expansion plans flush with the funds from a successful IPO in Singapore. NWS volumes jump Russia's North-Western Shipping (NWS) has boosted timber cargoes by 70% as new vessel deliveries kick in. Vitesse action halted The widow of a fisherman killed in a ferry collision can only sue Condor Ferries after appeals against two officers' manslaughter sentences have been heard. CMT doubles up Taiwan's Chinese Maritime Transport (CMT) has declared its capesize bulker option in China. Cold War relic dumped The government of the Canadian province of Newfoundland & Labrador has finally realised that you can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear. TTA plans fertiliser IPO Bangkok-based Thoresen Thai Agencies plans to list its Vietnamese fertiliser producing subsidiary on the Stock Exchange of Thailand. Genmar gets a breather New York-based General Maritime is ending the week with a $200m infusion of new equity that comes both from majority owner Oaktree Capital and from a collection of Wall Street institutional investors. Fincantieri jumbosizes Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has clinched a contract to stretch one of the smallest cruiseships in the MSC Crociere fleet. LNG in vogue The odds that US operator Horizon Lines will rely on domestic shipyards to equip its fleet of containerships with dual-fuel engines are looking increasingly slim. Golden Miller fire out The fire that broke out on board Petredec's 16,750-cbm LPG carrier Golden Miller (ex-Fezzano, built 1993) in the Brazilian port of Aratu yesterday has been extinguished.

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DECEMBER 19, 2013
10 things not expected in 2014, but could happen Last month's column laid out a base case outlook for 2014, and so this month the focus is placed on various key factors that are unlikely to happen but should not be totally discounted... Transitioning from diesel Fork in the road U.S., Libya ink TIFA The deal will establish a joint U.S.-Libya Council on Trade and Investment, which will address issues including market access, intellectual property, labor, and environmental challenges, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative said. EU to change tariffs for developing countries COSCO, MSC announce GRIs COSCO will increase its rates for all shipments, including reefer cargo, from the Far East to South America West Coast and Mexico, and MSC's rates will increase on all cargo from the Far East to West Africa and Angola. Commentary: Heard around town Commentary: American Shipper nets Seahorse Award Commentary: D.C.'s clean truck bill upsets truckers Commentary: YRC struggles to offload debt Commentary: Foolish thieves Commentary: Ports go better together Schneider launches new chassis fleet "Establishing a company-owned chassis fleet gives Schneider complete control of assets used in an intermodal move and makes our service even more efficient for shippers," stated Bill Matheson, president of Schneider's intermodal services. November truckload rates rise Tiger Cool Express acquires 200 refrigerated containers Bahri company receives new chemical tanker U.S., Brazil commit to improved bilateral beef trade The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Brazil's Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food on Wednesday pledged to improve trade in beef and beef-related products between the two countries. CEVA to continue partnerships with Ford, Vileda TMS keeps shipper-carrier relationship strong Drewry says carriers 'spooked' by overcapacity

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DECEMBER 19, 2013
Prices climbing in Fujairah IFO prices soften in South Africa. Prices firming across Europe Port operations were proceeding with delays in Gibraltar. Aegean formally completes US acquisition 'This marks another important milestone in Aegean's history', says Tavlarios. Regulators 'want protection' for bunker suppliers Bunker players fear P3 alliance will weaken their position in price negotiations. Senior staff remain in place after Hess acquisition Captain Chris Roberts will remain as corporation bunker fuels manager. Demand for bunkers sees fuel oil stocks fall Higher freight have triggered an increase in shipping activity. Prices firming in Asian hubs Tight supplies for 380 cSt grade fuel in Hong Kong. TonenGeneral to buy energy trading firm Falling oil demand in Japan spurs restructuring. Chennai bunkering jetty opposed Locals fear greater risk of oil spills. Energy-saving device to be used on ships Product at test stage of development. France to build LNG-fuelled ferry Ship will be world's biggest. Bulker arrest in Singapore Money owing on repair bills believed to be the reason.

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FROM THE HOME PAGE

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

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	Arrival ports by:
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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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