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BRIEFS
March 28, 2013
Sched Netweb site
  • Shipowners cite UN role, oppose EU 'ban' on ship scrap yard beaches
  • CIMC 2012 profit slashed by half with slack global economic recovery
  • LA-Long Beach slows up as sequestration cuts into US Customs overtime
  • Railway computer fault delays movement of thousands of Panama boxes
  • US fines German-Cypriot ships US$10 million for oil dumping off Costa Rica
  • Chongqing waterway box volume up 25.4pc to 60,400 TEU in February
  • NOL names 14,000-TEU newbuilding, biggest Singaporean boxship ever
  • US-Canada run St Lawrence Seaway opens for 55th navigation season
  • Changi air freight falls 12pc in February as passengers rise 9pc
  • CAL Cargo Airlines gains Qualified Envirotainer Provider accreditation
  • EU parliamentarians delay enactment of additions to pilot rest periods

Exim Indiaweb site
  • Allcargo relocates critical 142-ft de-aerator from Haldia to Reliance Sasan ultra mega power project
  • Eco battle will be fought as much with the existing fleet, warns Bibby boss
  • Hamburg Süd, Hapag-Lloyd temporarily discontinue merger talks
  • Holland reverses stand on mandatory weighing of boxes before loading
  • Panamax rates to remain profitable for next 2 months
  • Rate hikes seen not having impact due to lack of carrier discipline
  • Ship operators urged to stay vigilant against Somali piracy
  • Spot rate falls again on Asia-Europe trade
  • ICTT achieves landmark as first transhipment service calls terminal
  • NMPT sets new record in rail traffic handling
  • Rationalised haulage charges for containers transported by rail in privately-owned wagons to be effective April 1
  • Ban on pulses export extended till March 2014

International Transport Journalweb site
MARCH 27, 2013
  • Iberia appoints new chief executive
  • African ground handler selects Indian management system
  • Globus chooses Kuehne + Nagel to support their network...
  • P&O Ferrymasters and Redhead International join Hazchem...
  • Österreichische Post boosts 2012 turnover and ebit
  • Icao to assist Indonesia with new aviation emissions...
  • Port of Antwerp wins environmental award
  • Daily Volga-Dnepr transports biathlon equipment

Marine Logweb site
MARCH 27, 2013
  • Cyprus Shipping Chamber says it "feels optimistic"
  • VT Halter Marine launches T-AGS 66
  • Cochin shipyard delivers first of four Vard design PSVs
  • Patrick Keenan joins Titan Salvage
  • Kotug to add four new Rotor Tugs to its fleet
  • Nobu Su steps down as TMT CEO
  • ClassNK approves duplex stainless steel applications
  • Fincantieri floats out Regal Princess
  • Zamakona books order for live fish transport vessel

World Wide Shipperweb site
MARCH 27, 2013
  • Seattle Port Board sets finalists for Holland's commission post
  • Bellingham Port Commission Oks Scotty Browns expansion plans
  • TITAN Salvage taps Keenan as new director of operations
  • Pair of Corps' vessels to begin Grays Harbor maintenance dredging
  • Port of Everett calling for applications for two positions

Lloyd's Listweb site
MARCH 27, 2013
  • Brokers of maritime data
    Marine Exchange of Southern California records the changing face of LA/Long Beach
  • Syria's civil war adds to Greek shortsea owners' woes
    Upheaval in the eastern Mediterranean hits demand, says Simantonis
  • Hand in glove
    Strong ties between shipping and government have helped Cyprus through its crisis
  • Cyprus bank blockage leaves offshore operator high and dry
    Frozen account prevents owner paying for special survey
  • Cosco 'deeply sorry' for $1.5bn loss
    Update: Sale of Cosco Logistics would bring in nearly Yuan2bn this year
  • Unicom snared in Cyprus banking crisis
    Sovcomflot shipmanager has an account at Laiki, sources confirm
  • Su steps down at TMT
    AlixPartners brought in to restructure tycoon's shipping empire
  • Regulator rejects South Africa port tariff increase
    Transnet National Ports Authority proposed a 5.4% rise from April
  • APMT receives first gantry cranes at Maasvlakte 2
    Automated equipment will deliver 'terminal of the future'
  • CSCL sees box sale and leaseback as an income source
    Move is 'a normal operational practice among lines', says Li
  • Myre Seadiver chain of events
    Crew arrested, charged and released in Nigeria
  • Owner slams Nigerian navy for taking crew off vessel at gunpoint
    Treatment of Myre Seadiver seafarers was a 'complete outrage'
  • Muscling up
    Latest Asia results show players building cash and strengthening their balance sheets
  • CMHI plans more overseas acquisitions
    China Merchants Group port unit seeks 20%-30% of revenues from abroad
  • HHLA numbers reflect Asian cargo decline
    Traffic from the east falls 8.3% but rise in US containers boosts throughput at ports
  • Virginia says no to privatisation
    Port authority spurns APM Terminals and JP Morgan and opts to restructure
  • Hapag-Lloyd boosts Baltic links
    Finland Express Service connects Germany with Russia, Finland and Sweden
  • One injured and three missing after Singapore shipyard fire
    Four vessels in flames at site near Jurong

Fairplayweb site
MARCH 27, 2013
  • Australian ports union scrubs legal fight
    AUSTRALIA'S ports union said today it would withdraw its legal action against Patrick Stevedores over an automation dispute
  • GSI's profits crash 98%
    SHANGHAI and Hong Kong-listed Guangzhou Shipyard International said today its FY12 net profits crashed by more than 98% year on year
  • ESPO assails EU recycling levy's advance
    EUROPE'S ports body ESPO said today it would continue to oppose a measure adopted by the European Parliament's environment panel to impose a ship recycling levy on ships visiting EU ports
  • Intermodal boom seen for surging Africa
    AFRICA is well positioned for intermodal development, with foreign direct investment trebling in the past year, a consultant has told a Senegal conference
  • SAS Awards deadline looms
    THERE are just three weeks left to enter this year's IHS Safety at Sea Awards
  • Höegh LNG abandons option on carrier
    NORWAY'S Höegh LNG Holdings said today it has decided to forego an option to buy a 2010-built LNG carrier
  • Exmar books $56M gain
    EXMAR, the listed Belgian gas carrier owner, said today it gained $56M from a venture with Teekay that will be booked in Exmar's 1Q13 interims
  • Nam Cheong realises $72M in S&P
    MALAYSIA'S largest OSV builder Nam Cheong today sold six vessels to two existing clients for a total $72.1M
  • Anti-piracy US escalation weighed off Nigeria
    WASHINGTON and US allies are reportedly weighing proposals to increase anti-piracy patrols off West Africa because of rising concern that ransoms are being funnelled to terrorists
  • BHP, Exxon floating $10Bn FLNG scheme
    EXXONMOBIL and BHP Billiton were reported today to be seeking government approval to develop an FLNG plant off Western Australia's Carnarvon Basin
  • Keppel plans to issue $200M worth of notes
    KEPPEL's wholly owned subsidiary Keppel GMTN plans to issue up to $200M of floating-rate notes to raise funds
  • Upside seen in product tanker newbuilding prices
    PRODUCTS tanker newbuilding prices should appreciate as the outlook for the sector is increasingly bullish on refinery expansion in Asia and the Middle East, said a South Korean analyst today
  • Shipping confidence levels reach a two-year high
    CONFIDENCE levels in shipping have reached a two-year high, according to shipping adviser Moore Stephens
  • Port maintenance worsens drybulk congestion
    MAINTENANCE work at key drybulk terminals has caused congestion to worsen from last week
  • CMHI profits dragged down by box-making venture
    HONG KONG-listed Chinese terminal operator CMHI's profits plunged 31.7% year on year to HK$3.8Bn ($489.7M) in 2012, mainly because of a poor performance by its box-making joint venture

The Journal of Commerceweb site
MARCH 27, 2013
  • IATA Calls for Changes to Improve Indian Aviation
    The International Air Transport Association has called for government and industry to collaborate on a series of projects to enhance safety, security and efficiency in India. "I propose a series of projects to enhance the safety, security and efficiency of Indian aviation," said Tony Tyler, IATA's director general and CEO, in...
  • Busan Port Authority Names Park as Chairman
    Jong-su Park, Busan Port Authority's new chairman.Busan Port Authority's port committee has elected Jong-su Park as its 10th port chairman. Park was appointed by the Minister of Strategy and Finance and will be in charge of managing the port committee until next January. The former port chairman, Man-hwa Jung, completed his term last...
  • Nippon Express, NEC to Form Logistics Alliance
    Nippon Express Co., Japan's largest international freight forwarder, and NEC Corp., one of the nation's biggest electronics makers, said on Wednesday that they have agreed to form a strategic business alliance to strengthen their global logistics operations. Under the agreement, Nippon Express, commonly known as Nittsu in Japan, will acquire a...
  • Pulse of the Ports: Freight Sector to Focus on Supply Chains
    LONG BEACH, Calif. - Now that the U.S. has emerged from the economic recession, the freight transportation sector in 2013 will shift its focus to supply chain issues such as federal sequestration, truck capacity shortages and a shift in sourcing away from China, economists told the annual Pulse of the Ports...
  • Georgia Port Agency Posts 6.9 Percent Cargo Growth
    The Georgia Port Authority reported February cargo totaled 2.27 million tons, up 147,650 tons, or 6.9 percent, from February 2012. The Port of Savannah's traffic surpassed 2 million tons of cargo in February, increasing 45,007 tons, or 2.3 percent, compared to the same month in 2012. Year-over-year, the port added more than...
  • ACT Report: Used Truck Market Picks Up Steam
    The used truck market improved in February after a shaky start in 2013, according to the "State of the Industry: U.S. Classes 3-8 Used Trucks" report, published by ACT Research. Volumes for both the retail and wholesale markets grew month-to-month, but the auction market dropped again, the study showed. "It is interesting...
  • Wan Hai, Yang Ming, PIL Partner on Intra-Asia Service
    On April 3, Wan Hai Lines will join Yang Ming Line and Pacific International Lines in operating the Pan Asia Service II to provide an express service from North China to Singapore and Malaysia. The PA2 service will employ four vessels with capacity of 2,800 20-foot-equivalent units. YML will deploy two...
  • Michigan Exporter Sentenced for E-Waste Crimes
    A Michigan exporter of used computer parts and its owner have been sentenced for trafficking in counterfeit goods and services and violating environmental laws. U.S. District Judge David M. Lawson sentenced Mark Jeffrey Glover to 30 months in prison and a $10,000 fine, and his company, Discount Computers, a $2 million...
  • Maersk Adds Busan Call to Asia-Europe Loop
    Maersk Line will add Busan, South Korea, as a port call on its Asia-Europe, AE10, service schedule. The new port rotation will be as follows: Busan; Kwangyang, South Korea; Ningbo, China; Shanghai; Yantian, China; Tanjung Pelepas, Malaysia; Suez Canal, Egypt; Rotterdam, the Netherlands; Bremerhaven, Germany; Gdansk, Poland; Aarhus, Denmark; Gothenburg, Sweden;...
  • Zim to Raise Asia-Europe Rates in Mid-April
    Zim Integrated Shipping Services plans to raise rates for all dry cargo on its trade from the Far East to Europe and the Mediterranean, starting April 15. The increase will be $500 per 20-foot-equivalent unit, the container line said....
  • Hamburg Süd Reinstates La Guaira Call on Venezuela Service
    Hamburg Süd has reinstated La Guaira, Venezuela, as a direct call on its weekly Florida-ABC Islands/Venezuela service, which connects Florida, Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao and Venezuela. The first departure to La Guaira will be on March 28 from Jacksonville, Fla., and March 29 from Port Everglades, with the sailing of the Diamantis...
  • Daggett Maps Plans for 'New ILA'
    International Longshoremen's Association President Harold Daggett said he plans an aggressive effort to transform the union into a "New ILA" that will cultivate closer links with other unions in the U.S. and abroad. Daggett said a new steering committee will re-evaluate the ILA's relationship with the AFL-CIO and its maritime and...
  • Seattle Narrows Field for Commissioner Position
    After review applicants, the Port of Seattle's commission today announced the finalists for a vacancy created by Rob Holland's resignation. The seven finalists will answer questions from the public during a forum on April 2, and the port commission will announce its final selection in late April or early May. The...
  • New Jersey-Dallas Intermodal Rates Rise 8.1 Percent
    U.S. intermodal rates remained relatively flat in the week ending March 25, according to data on all-inclusive 53-foot door-to-door spot pricing quoted by railroads and provided by the 3PL IDS. All regional indexes kept within 1 percent of last week's rates, although some trade lanes experienced bigger swings. All-in 53-foot door-to-door...
  • Klaipéda's Container Throughput Climbs
    In January and February, Lithuania's Port of Klaipéda and Butingés terminal handled 62,879 20-foot-equivalent units, improving 8.3 percent compared with the same period last year. However, in terms of tonnage, the containerized throughput in January and February fell by 3.3 percent year-over-year. In the first two months of 2013, the port and...
  • Double-Digit Drop in New Orleans' Container Volume
    Port of New Orleans' containerized volumes through Feb. 2013 Full-size image The Port of New Orleans' containerized throughput fell 14.7 percent year-over-year in February. Total volume in February 2013 was 32,443 20-foot-equivalent units, including both laden and empty containers, according to data from the port. New Orleans' exports dropped 5.6 percent year-over-year to 17,165...
  • EU Seeks Supply Chain Input on 'Conflict Minerals'
    The European Commission has launched a public consultation on "conflict minerals," to get interested parties' views on a potential European Union initiative for responsible sourcing of minerals coming from conflict zones and high-risk areas, such as war zones, post-war zones and areas vulnerable to political instability or civil unrest. The EC...
  • UASC to Hike Asia-Europe Rates
    United Arab Shipping Company will increase rates on its trade from Asia to North Europe, the Mediterranean and the Adriatic region, effective April 15 and May 15, based on the bill of lading date. The increase will be $525 per TEU for both dry and refrigerated cargo, including special equipment. ...

TradeWindsweb site
MARCH 27, 2013
  • Blast outside Tsakos home
    There were no injuries after a bomb reportedly exploded outside of the home of Greek shipping executive Nikolas Tsakos.
  • Smiles for Scorpio and LNG
    Jefferies analyst Douglas Mavrinac revealed Scorpio Tankers and two New York-listed LNG carrier owners as his top stock picks in a quarterly review of New York-listed shipowners.
  • SCF profit cut
    Russian tanker owner Sovcomflot has posted a 23% drop in 2012 net profit as revenue declined.
  • KR appoints new head
    Dr Chon Young-kee has been elected as the new chairman and CEO of the Korean Register (KR) of Shipping.
  • New head for Korean Register
    Dr Chon Young-kee has been elected as the new chairman and CEO of the Korean Register (KR) of Shipping.
  • BLT files in US
    Indonesian owner Berlian Laju Tanker (BLT) has filed for Chapter 15 creditor protection in a US bankruptcy court.
  • Bulk batters Cosco
    Huge losses from its dry-cargo and container divisions plunged China Cosco Holdings more than $1.5bn into the red during 2012.
  • Palumbo finishes the job
    Italy's Palumbo Shipyard has completed a ro-ro left unfinished by the bankruptcy of the Kraljevica yard in Croatia.
  • Cal Dive wins Pemex gig
    Cal Dive International has bagged a new $63m contract on the same day that it forecast a worse than expected set of first quarter results.
  • Nobu steps aside
    Nobu Su will vacate the CEO's seat at TMT after hiring restructuring experts to turn the company around.
  • Yang Ming edges to profit
    Taiwanese container line Yang Ming has edged to a small profit in 2012 thanks to asset sales, following a very costly 2011.
  • Easter sweeter for Costa
    A year on from the Costa Concordia disaster the vessel's Italian owner has trumpeted a sharp upturn in Easter orders.
  • Samsung floater delayed
    Mystery surrounds the identity of a company behind a delayed LNG FPSO at Samsung Heavy Industries.
  • GZE in Titan coup
    The would-be saviour of Titan Petrochemicals has installed its own CEO at the Hong Kong bunker and FPSO group.
  • Broker sees Cypriot squeeze
    A massive bailout of Cypriot banks will make ship finance even more difficult to come by, according to a leading Greek broker.
  • Danes bar FRS ferry
    The Danish port of Odden has refused to allow a German fast ferry to call there on safety grounds.
  • Hoegh LNG changes tack
    The Oslo-listed company has swapped an obligation to purchase a 50% share of the 153,600-cbm STX Frontier (built 2010) for an option to buy the ship outright.
  • Life continues at 30
    Scorpio Tankers will keep buying newbuildings despite a blitz which has seen it add 30 new ships in less than six months, analysts believe.
  • Merle finally freed
    A Turkish ship stuck on a Portuguese beach since January has been refloated by tugs.
  • Bore poaches Modig
    Finnish ro-ro owner Bore is bringing in Finnlines COO Hakan Modig as its new boss.
  • Sixpack for Nam Cheong
    Malaysia's Nam Cheong is on track to hit its ambitious target this year after bagging a fresh six-vessel order just before the end of the first quarter.
  • P+S failure probed
    P+S Werften managers are under investigation by German prosecutors over the timing of the shipyard's bankruptcy filing.
  • No offshore shortcut
    China Rongsheng Heavy Industries is likely to face a long wait for profitability in the offshore rig arena with its cash flow feeling increased heat this year, according to a leading analyst.
  • D-Day looms for Nordic
    Financial struggles weighed heavily on the balance sheet of Nordic Shipholdings as it racked up red ink in 2012.
  • Sea Voyager snapped up
    Seattle's Un-Cruise Adventures has added an eighth ship to its fleet.
  • Haisheng plunges to loss
    China Shipping Haisheng suffered a big reverse in 2012 as revenue declined.
  • HHLA's profits slide
    Hamburger Hafen und Logistik (HHLA) has seen 2012 profits slide nearly 19% from a year ago to EUR72.4m ($93m).
  • Wuhu wins DSVs
    China's Wuhu Xinlian Shipbuilding has reportedly secured a deal to build two diving support ships (DSVs).
  • Hapag takes another
    Hapag Lloyd has been forced to charter in a second ship to overcome disruptions in its transatlantic services.
  • Jurong yard suffers fire
    A man has been severely injured after a fire swept through a small shipyard in western Singapore.
  • LDC profits top $1bn
    Louis Dreyfus Commodities has seen full-year profits reach $1.1bn in a year the French group described as "exceptional".

American Shipperweb site
MARCH 27, 2013
  • MarAd first in line
  • Unions decry 'independent trucker' as misnomer
  • L.A. dray
  • Transpacific turbulence
  • Cause for contracts
    Last year, a high-volume shipper with strong exports out of the United States saw an opportunity to bring stability to his air cargo business. Instead of using the volatile spot market to secure air freight rates, he signed a two-year contract with a freight forwarder for the 70 percent of his total business that transits through the United States.
  • Mexican tomatoes
  • Circuit board patent copied?
  • Refining U.S.-Colombia FTA
  • CargoNet comes to TIA
  • Lawmakers seek to raise de minimis
  • Cloud-based rate manager
  • Ahead of schedule
    SAP in late February released version 9.0 version of its SAP Transportation Management (SAP TM) application.
  • Targeting the middle market
  • Update: Virginia governor to review VPA's decision against privatization
    The port's board unanimously voted Tuesday to restructure the state-owned operating company, Virginia International Terminals, instead of outsourcing cargo and vessel-handling operations at the Port of Virginia.
  • Hong Kong tops list of busiest cargo airports
    HKIA took the reins from Memphis International Airport, 2012's second-place finisher, in 2010, ACI said. Both airports experienced an increase in cargo activity of more than 2 percent when compared to 2011's numbers.
  • APMT receives automated cranes for Rotterdam terminal
    APMT said the Maasvlakte II facility, scheduled to open in November 2014 with an initial annual throughput capacity of 2.7 million TEUs, will be the most technologically advanced container terminal in the world.
  • Positioning for repositioning
  • UPS expands preferred LCL program
  • True value
  • Commentary: Unfairly blaming the Jones Act?

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
MARCH 27, 2013
  • Crude fluctuates as stockpiles surge to nine-month high
    'The 3.3 million barrel build in crude supplies triggered a sell off in crude, while the 4.5 million-barrel drop in distillate is putting upward pressure on heating oil.'
  • DeMaCo to build LNG transfer lines for ferry bunkering system
    DeMaCo and Cryonorm Systems will be setting up system for Skangass to facilitate loading of ferries sailing between Norway and Denmark.
  • OW Bunker closed for Easter holiday
    Office will be closed from March 29- April 1.
  • Demand picks up in Fujairah
    Cape Town avails getting back to normal after refinery maintenance.
  • Avails tighten in Rotterdam and Hamburg
    Strong buying interest seen in Gibraltar.
  • Bank payments possible in Cyprus
    Special regime in place which includes shipping-related payments.
  • Danish tanker owner on brink of bankruptcy after 2012 losses
    Has three months to find new investor or its banks will carry out a controlled winding up of the company.
  • Aegean exits Panama terminal activities
    Expects Q1 cash injection as a result, third vessel introduced to service.
  • Matrix Marine expands supply at Houston
    All grades now available to ships working cargo.
  • Price of bunkers largely up at Asian ports
    Supplies of marine fuels not an issue at most ports, with exception of Tokyo Bay.
  • Canadian ferry undergoes fuel efficiency upgrade
    M/V Tachek to receive a dual prop, counter-rotating, bow thruster.
  • New player for engine systems market in Asia
    Part of engine systems portfolio includes dual-fuel units making use of natural gas.
  • Gaslog receives delivery of tri-fuel LNG carrier
    GasLog Santiago was built by Samsung Heavy Industries.
  • Fujairah bunker volumes to remain stable in 2013
    Port of Fujairah has 75% of bunker market in the Middle East Gulf, says Harbour Master.
  • Tough market could spark round of consolidation, says listed bunker company
    Low margins could force players out.

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