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BRIEFS

February 5, 2014

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UASC seals its biggest deal for six 14,000-TEUers by working options China Cosco Holdings orders five 9,400-TEU ships from Shanghai yard Cosco Pacific's Piraeus near Athens becomes 3rd biggest Med box port CMA CGM believes in Somalian recovery, launches service to Mogadishu 3,000-strong CN Rail Teamsters vote down contract ratification Influential US shipping blog predicts 3pc container boost in 2014 Chinese ivory smuggler faces 7 years in Kenyan jail or US$233,000 fine Nhava Sheva Port's box terminal to be partly closed from March-May Maersk unit and Primaira to launch air cleaning system for reefer boxes NYK-Puninar Jaya JV offers automotive logistics in Indonesia China to expand 'three once' customs regime nationwide in 2014 BIFA backs truck load code from International Road Transport Union Princess Anne to open annual ACCSEAS conference in Edinburgh March 4 Transnet port authority chief to deliver keynote at Cool Logistics Africa Cargolux to lose a second senior exec after HNCA buys 35pc stake India lifts ban on Airbus A380s, SIA and Emirates to benefit DHL opens international centre at Heathrow to service United Airlines DB Schenker TAPA certified service provider at Charles de Gaulle Forward Air buyout of Central States trucker for US$95.6 million

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FEBRUARY 4, 2014
Bahri takes delivery of third of 5 contracted dry bulk vessels CSAV inducts 2,000 new reefers into fleet Logistics companies could become search engines of the real world, says DHL trend report NYK selected for inclusion in corporate sustainability rating Proposed P3, enhanced G6 seen having positive impact on shipping KPKS pushes for resolving pending issues Port developers call for wider PMG mandate PPT consults RITES over capacity addition CII pegs economic growth at 4.5-5 pc in H2 EPCES meeting raises policy & operational concerns with Minister Export of engg goods overtakes textiles, gems & jewellery Exporters should explore Western & Central African markets: Fieo Gas pricing key to LNG deal with Qatar: Petronet HPPL to invest around INR 32K cr. in power projects INR turns weak against US currency

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Six regular trains now using Rotterdam-Duisburg corridor Duisburg eyes 5 million teu threshold Fiege in charge of logistics for Pirelli Deutschland CIT acquires European rail lessor Nacco Ruslan Salis passes quality audit Air Astana manages cargo business with Champ Gefco opens new storage terminal in Romania Malcolm Group gets measure of euro 6 with new FM tractor Moody's: US ports 2014 outlook is negative Gefco raises flag in Central Europe, Balkan and Middle East... New head of refrigerated logistics at Damco DST Combitrans phases in new furnishing logistics hall Roll out of four New BharatBenz truck models LUG gains Delta Cargo as customer in Munich SDV - Mit Schwung ins neue Jahr Sievert augments management for international activities Atran Airlines welcomes new general director

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FEBRUARY 4, 2014
Ensco sells two oldies LHA 6 sails through Navy acceptance trials GD Electric Boat gets $520 million more for Virginia Class Fjord Line takes delivery of second LNG fueled cruise ferry ACL sets routes for newbuild paddlewheelers Cassens Werft books ROpax order IACS releases new "Blue Book"

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FEBRUARY 4, 2014
Port of Portland releases volume numbers for 2013 Port of Everett Commissioner named secretary for WPPA Repair work forces closure of large/small Ballard Locks Hyundai Heavy Industries to build world's largest container ships Willard Marine receives order for Ukrainian Navy patrol boats

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FEBRUARY 4, 2014
Euronav reveals its hand COMMENT: Latest move displays keen business sense Euronav sets up joint venture to buy OSG tankers Partnership with GSO Capital Partners makes a move for five vessels Primorsk Shipping sells suezmax for conversion into FPSO Conversions offer openings for tanker sellers Borealis buys IMTC containerships Maersk steps in over laid-up vessels to end long-running dispute Kexim provides $353m financing to Economou-linked LNG entity State lender backs Oceanus' order for four liquefied natural gas tankers at DSME Clock is ticking on Enrica Lexie case India must decide whether to invoke death penalty laws within a week Goldenport keeps its options open on bulker buying London-listed owner prefers secondhand tonnage but does not rule out newbuildings London Gateway benefits from stormy weather across northern Europe The UK's newest port leaps on the chance to prove itself to prospective customers CMES confirms a new batch of bulkers and LNG newbuildings State carrier keen for new investment despite $363m loss last year Saudi Arabia opens new container gateway Low-key start for King Abdullah Port Jeddah expands to meet demand The only way is up as volume growth feeds investment in infrastructure Data Hub: Load Factors This month, Containerisation International takes a look at the likely vessel utilisation rates on some of the key European trades Otto Marine sells two maintenance vessels for $30m Offshore specialist promotes chief finance officer to new executive role Scorpio Bulkers charters in five dry bulk carriers Prices range from $13,250 per day to $16,000 per day Epic Gas plans $75m Oslo private placement Proceeds will expand LPG carrier fleet Maersk remains the most reliable box carrier But service gap between best and worst performers is narrowing, says SeaIntel 'Welcome on board - the mate's a bastard' Bullying at sea has a long tradition but a new initiative aims to stamp it out

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FEBRUARY 4, 2014
JRS refinances mortgages on two ships Dutch ship manager JR Shipping has managed to save two of its container ships by refinancing the vessels' mortgages Robbers board chemical tanker in Malacca Straits Five robbers armed with knives boarded a chemical tanker anchored at Dumai Inner Anchorage, Indonesia, in the Malacca Straits, the International Maritime Bureau reported on 3 February SMIT wins contract to remove rig SMIT Salvage is believed to have been awarded a contract to remove a damaged jack-up platform from the seabed off Angola Finnlines reorganises operations The Grimaldi Group's Baltic subsidiary, Finland-based Finnlines, has reorganised its operations so that it is sole fleet owner OSG to auction off five tankers OSG will sell five crude tankers through an auction process, with an initial 'stalking horse' bid placed by a joint venture between Euronav and private equity group Blackstone Dover-Calais passenger numbers rise The number of passengers ferried between Dover and Calais and Dunkirk rose by 6.8% to 12.7M in 2013 Power outage halts exports from Richards Bay A power failure at South Africa's main coal port Richards Bay could halt the export of up to 1.5M tonnes of coal Polluted rivers 'can lead to extreme corrosion' Shipowners have recently complained of significant vessel corrosion after calling at certain ports in polluted river systems in Vietnam over the past two years, according to P&I club Gard Turkey, Bulgaria close road borders to trucks Turkish hauliers are reported to have begun looking for alternative sea routes following the closure of Turkey's road borders with Bulgaria in a tit-for-tat dispute over transit passes for trucks TTA shareholders approve rights offering Shareholders in Thailand's Thoresen Thai Agencies (TTA) voted 90% in favour of a rights offering, the company said in a statement

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FEBRUARY 4, 2014
Severe Weather Chills Manufacturing, Slows Deliveries Snow, sleet and freezing rain may be impeding visibility on U.S. highways, but the impact of severe winter weather on the U.S. economy is clear in the Institute of Supply Management's latest economic indices. The January PMI index of factory activity, released Feb. 3, declined 5.2 percentage points from December... Q&A: Sealing the Deal on Damages Q: This relates to your column concerning the carrier that showed up with a seal number on the trailer that didn't match the bill of lading. I'm not a lawyer and write this simply out of curiosity, but if the seal number isn't the one that's in the B/L, I think... California Ports Outpace PNW Rivals Container volumes moving through West Coast ports in 2013 increased 2 percent compared to 2012. Loaded import containers also increased 2 percent, as did loaded export containers, according to numbers posted on the website of the Pacific Maritime Association. Los Angeles-Long Beach led the way last year for West Coast ports.... SeaIntel Report: Carriers' 4Q Reliability Hit All-Time Low Based on SeaIntel's monthly Global Liner Performance reports, container ships reached their destination ports around the world on time 79.5 percent of the time in 2013, down 1.1 percentage point from 80.6 percent in 2012. The year was capped off with a month-over-month drop of 7.7 percentage points in December... Weather, Congestion Produce Chassis Shortages Winter weather has combined with congestion at terminals and backlogs for repairs to produce chassis shortages at the Port of New York and New Jersey and at Midwest rail terminals. New York-New Jersey drayage drivers have complained for weeks about tight supplies of chassis at some terminals. Truckers are reluctant to send... US House Transport Leader Says Not Time for Fuels Tax Hike WASHINGTON - The prospects of raising the fuels tax to avoid the impending bankruptcy of the main engine of surface transportation funding took a major hit today after House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Bill Shuster said it wasn't time, citing a slow economic recovery. Raising the fuels tax through the... Poseidon Marine Security launches ProtectaDeck Manchester - UK - Poseidon Marine Security has launched a global marketing campaign for its new product ProtectaDeck, an anti-piracy barrier for the shipping industry to protect vessels and oil rig platforms from the increased number of piracy attacks throughout the world . ProtectaDeck prevents intruders from boarding, is inexpensive, as well... Getting the Most Out of GTM Although it's difficult to comprehend that another year has come and gone, 2013 is no less officially in the books with 2014 out of the gate and charging hard. For a fortunate number of you, 2014 will be the year you finally get that Global Trade Management system you've been... Savannah Deepening Could Begin Soon Container ship entering Savannah River.SEA ISLAND, Ga. - The port of Savannah is drawing closer to a moment deemed critical to the future of the United States' fastest-growing port over the past decade and a half: commencement of construction of its 47-foot deepening project. Though uncertainties remain, what is called the... Waterfront Commission, Industry Spar Over Lawsuit A new skirmish has broken out in a joint employer-union lawsuit challenging the Waterfront Commission of New York Harbor's revised rules for hiring dockworkers in the Port of New York and New Jersey. The Waterfront Commission claims the latest version of the lawsuit by the New York Shipping Association and the... Greek Shipowner Goldenport Trims Losses Goldenport, the Greek shipowner, trimmed its losses in 2013 as a recovering dry bulk market countered the impact of a fifth consecutive year of weak container ship charter rates. The company posted an adjusted net loss, excluding impairments and provisions, of $11.9 million against $16.8 million year earlier despite a revenue... Profit Climbs for India's Concor State-owned rail operator Container Corp. of India reported its net profit in the third fiscal quarter, which ended Dec. 31, 2013, was $40 million, rising 5.4 percent year-over-year from $38 million. Quarterly revenue surged 14.5 percent from a year earlier to $198 million. Operating income from Concor's core international container hauling business... Saudi Airlines Cargo Boosts Volume Saudi Airlines Cargo continued to increase its volume despite a tough year for the air freight sector in 2013. The Middle Eastern carrier handled 557,800 tons last year, up 8 percent year-on-year. Scheduled revenue also rose 6 percent in the same time frame. The strong end to the year saw Saudia post... China Seen Targeting Transshipment Cargo Supply chain operators claim intra-Asia cargo shipped to China via South Korean ports is being hit with unnecessary delays and tariffs that could be part of a Chinese strategy to reduce reliance on foreign transshipment ports. According to liner sources, China-bound cargo from South East Asia transshipped in South Korean ports... Chassis Crisis at LA-LB A crisis of chassis dislocations has developed in Los Angeles-Long Beach, and the entire port community is seeking a solution before it spins out of control. Harbor truckers, who are bearing the brunt of the problem, are experiencing unusually long turn times because marine terminals do not have the types and... Japanese Lines Report Losses, Blame Overcapacity Japanese carriers NYK Line, MOL and "K" Line posted combined losses of more than ¥14.5 billion Japanese (about US$144.4 million) in the first three quarters of fiscal year 2013, through Dec. 31, 2013, and predicted that falling freight rates will continue to negatively impact profitability in the near term. In their... South Korea's Economy Expected to Thrive in 2014 South Korea's economy is expected for perform better this year as export demand picks up. GDP increased 2.8 percent in 2013, and HSBC predicts it will see an "export-led recovery" and rise to 3.2 percent this year if manufacturers are able to increase penetration of Chinese markets and benefit from improving... Yusen Logistics' Profit Plunges Despite Revenue Growth Major Japanese international freight forwarder Yusen Logistics Co. said that its group net profit plunged 38.9 percent in the first three quarters of fiscal 2013, which started on April 1, 2013, from a year earlier to ¥913 million (US$8.95 million) despite a big jump in operating revenue. The Tokyo-based company saw...

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FEBRUARY 4, 2014
'Little bit too much' Shipowners have built "a little bit too much" in the products tanker space, limiting growth potential in the sector, Navios president Ted Petrone said today. Ardmore lands loan Ardmore Shipping of Ireland has secured a credit facility that will help bankroll some of its newbuildings. Peter's principles Size matters in shipping, but go figure, paying one's bills might matter even more. Euronav seals takeover Euronav is gearing up for another trip to the sale-and-purchase market after securing the cash it needed to complete the acquisition of 15 VLCCs from Maersk Tankers. Diamond readies IPO Wilbur Ross-backed Diamond S Shipping has acquired ten product carrier newbuildings from Greece's Metrostar ahead of a New York float expected to be unveiled imminently, sources told TradeWinds this week. Euronav eyes OSG tankers Euronav and the Blackstone Group have launched a campaign aimed at acquiring five tankers from bankrupt US operator Overseas Shipholding Group (OSG). SCI eyes Myanmar Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) will launch a new liner service to Myanmar within a month - if state subsidies are forthcoming. Tianjin profits dwindle Chinese container line Tianjin Marine is expecting profit to drop away to nearly zero for 2013. SCF staying flat Russian shipping group Sovcomflot is not expecting vastly different annual results after a difficult 2013. Mercator thinks big Indian owner Mercator has won shareholder approval to seek loans of up to INR 50bn ($800m). Cassens wins ro-pax German shipbuilder Cassens Werft has clinched a new domestic ro-pax contract. Options a gas Hoegh LNG will grant 1,290,000 shares at a fixed strike price of NOK 47 ($7.50) in a second round of stock options to senior management and key employees. Azores auction A cargoship stuck in Ponta Delgada since 2012 is to be auctioned off by the port authority of the Azores. Bank merger urged Two leading German shipping banks would be better off merging, according to the head of the savings bank association for the state of Schleswig-Holstein, SGVSH. GOS: 'no exit' India's Global Offshore Services (GOS) has denied the controlling Garware family is selling the company. Nordic Marine adds barge Danish bunker company Nordic Marine Oil (NMO) has bought a barge to capitalise on marine gasoil (MGO) business in Esbjerg. Otto books sales profit Singapore's Otto Marine has banked a tidy profit from selling two offshore support vessels into Malaysia. MES stronger Japan's Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding (MES) has pushed up earnings in the first nine months, but expects a dip in the fourth quarter. Virtu sues US Virtu Ferries of Malta is claiming EUR 782,000 ($1.06m) from the US government for a delayed rescue mission in Libya. Smit wins rig deal SMIT Salvage has secured a contract to remove a sunken jack-up rig from waters off the coast of Angola, West Africa. WWL closes in Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics (WWL) looks set to win clearance to run an Australian car terminal. CMES makes it ten China Merchants Energy Shipping (CMES) has maintained its newbuilding push with four more ultramax bulkers at Chengxi Shipyard. TTA wins approval Thoresen Thai Agencies (TTA) has received shareholder approval for a planned capital increase and rights offering. Oz spill fine for owner Johann MK Blumenthal has been fined AUD 1.2m ($1.06m) by a court in Australia for an illegal discharge of heavy fuel oil (HFO). Epic heads for Oslo Epic Gas, the Singapore-based LPG player, has confirmed plans to list on Oslo's Over The counter (OTC) market. Kirby exec abandons ship Gregory Binion is leaving Kirby Corp after more than ten years as one of its top executives. ABS takes aim American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) of the US appears to be turning the tables on one of its biggest rivals.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2014
Kerry Logistics joins with Joseph Joseph CLARIFICATION: CMA CGM's 2nd U.S. East Coast-Oceania loop Panama Canal official hopes lock dispute settled soon Manuel Benitez, deputy administrator of the Panama Canal Authority, said Monday he is still hopeful that an agreement can be reached between the canal authority and the contractor group building a new set of locks. FDA proposes sanitation rule for food transport The agency said its proposed a rule would require certain shippers, receivers, and carriers who transport food by truck and rail for either human or animal consumption take steps to prevent contamination. Washington Notebook: Governors urge action to rescue Highway Trust Fund DHS' Super Bowl defense stops fake gear from reaching market Department investigators seized more than $21.6 million worth of fake National Football League merchandise, arrested more than 50 people and shut down more than 5,000 Websites in coordination with the NFL. Executive moves

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FEBRUARY 4, 2014
Report: LNG as ship fuel kicks off globally Sharp drop in price seen as LNG production goes up. Russian bunker hub sees lowest prices for over three years But Black Sea port prices have been firm. Prices soft in Fujairah South African falling. Rotterdam prices stay on softer trend Congestion reported in Gibraltar. LNG bunker prices will be 'Henry Hub plus' But the size of the premium will vary, says emerging US player. Singapore oil spill: Minor oil patches only MPA: Significant improvement in Singapore's port waters. Ship operators: Prepare your case when facing spill charges After a spill, owners must be 'responsible and transparent'. Otto Marine sells two boats Cash will boost working capital at company. Bunker prices mixed in Asian trade Low to average demand seen in Hong Kong. Chinese shipping firm orders more fuel efficient bulkers Vessels will be delivered in the second half of 2017. China fuel oil inventories down Stocks at East China down due to movement from bonded bunker suppliers. Norwegian firm adds 'eco' PSV to fleet Vessel design focuses on 'low fuel consumption'. 'LNG could cut ferry operators fuel costs by 90%' Trinidad & Tobago could phase out MDO driven fast ferries. Sail technology to use 'hybrid ship' concept But any such vessel would cost more to build than conventional tonnage.

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PORTS

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

Paris

It will become operational in 2027

COMPETITION

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

Rome

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

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation

PORTS

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

Rome

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

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

PORTS

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

Taranto

Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

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

LOGISTICS

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

Hedehusene

Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.

TRUCKING

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

Milan

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

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

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

PORTS

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

Antwerp

In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased

PORTS

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

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

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

SHIPPING

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

CRUISES

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

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

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

London/Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

LEGISLATION

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

Rome

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

PORTS

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

Los Angeles

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

SHIPPING

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

Seoul

The ships will be delivered by April 2029

PORTS

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

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

PIRACY

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

Kuala Lumpur

The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk

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

PORTS

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

La Spezia

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

ACCIDENTS

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

Batam

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

TRADE

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

Beijing

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

PORTS

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

Singapore

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

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference

LEGISLATION

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

Washington

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

SHIPPING

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

Oslo

From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton

TRADE

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

Washington

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

PORTS

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

Livorno

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

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

SHIPPING

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

Beijing

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

PORTS

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

Ankara

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

SHIPPING

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

Taipei/Keelung

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

SHIPPING

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

Brussels

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

Naples

Cruise passengers on the rise

PORTS

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

Washington

National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Madrid

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

SHIPPING

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

Haifa

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

INDUSTRY

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

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Santiago

An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%

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

SHIPPING

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

Cairo/Ismailia

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

PORTS

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

Naples/Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

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

PORTS

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

Ravenna

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

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

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

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

Los Angeles

Invitation to submit expressions of interest

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

PORTS

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

Geneva

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

SHIPPING

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

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

PORTS

Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054

Genoa

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

FREIGHT TERMINALS

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

Padua

PORTS

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

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

Hamburg

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

SHIPPING

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

Beijing

The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures

ACCIDENTS

New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden

Southampton

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

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

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

CRUISES

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

Hannover/Trieste

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

PORTS

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

Palermo

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

SHIPPING

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

Seoul

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

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

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

PORTS

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

Bremen

Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.

CRUISES

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

Catania

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

PORTS

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

Barcelona/Algeciras

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

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

Rome

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

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

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

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

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

SHIPPING

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

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Vado Ligure

Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata

SHIPPING

Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement

Naples

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

PORTS

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

Gioia Tauro

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

PORTS

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

La Spezia

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

PORTS

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

Istanbul

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

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

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

Valencia

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

PORTS

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

Long Beach

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPPING

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

Izmir

It will be held on a weekly basis

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

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

MARITIME SERVICES

Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome/Trieste

Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement

TAXES

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

Rome

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

COMPANIES

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

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

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

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

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

SHIPYARDS

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

Ismailia

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

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

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

PORTS

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

Hong Kong

A 16.3% drop was recorded in September

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

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

Trondheim/Brest

Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest

SHIPPING

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

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

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

Brussels

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

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

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

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

Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

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

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

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

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPYARDS

The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo

Palermo

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

SHIPPING

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

Hong Kong

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

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

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

OFFSHORE

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

Palermo

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

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

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

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

Taranto

Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas

ACCIDENTS

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

Amsterdam/London

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

PORTS

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

Rome

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

EDUCATION

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

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

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

Nola

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

SHIPPING

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

Vado Ligure

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

FINANCING

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

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

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

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

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

Gioia Tauro

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

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

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

PORTS

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

Livorno

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

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

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

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

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

Rome

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

SHIPPING

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

Athens

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

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

Rozzano

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

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

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

PORTS

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

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

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

Valencia

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

PORTS

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

Pozzallo

It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm

CRUISES

Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises

Monfalcone

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

MEETINGS

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

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

PORTS

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

Rome

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

EDUCATION

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

Genoa

The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed

LOGISTICS

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Rome

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

LOGISTICS

Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena

Mesero

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

OFFSHORE

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

San Donato Milanese

The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023

SHIPPING

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

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

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

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

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

Naples

Serious irregularities found on board

PORTS

Italian Ports:

Ancona

Genoa

Ravenna

Augusta

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

MEETINGS

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

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

MEETINGS

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

Lugano

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

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

(The Business Standard)

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

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

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

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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

Villorba

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

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

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

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

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

Venice

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

SHIPPING

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

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

The Eagle

The sale will be completed in the next few days

MEETINGS

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

Lugano

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

OFFSHORE

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

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

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

Ferrara

The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities

PORTS

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

London

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

PORTS

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

Taranto

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

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