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November 10, 2014
Sched Netweb site
  • Asia-Europe Shanghai rate slips 10pc after 88pc gain week before
  • LA-Long Beach snarl up worsens, truckers seek freedom from rest rules
  • MOL: 'We must have 18,000-TEUers if G6 is to compete with Ocean3 and 2M'
  • CMA, Hapag refuse cargo for Benghazi as fighting engulfs port
  • Swire Shipping and Everett sign deal for monthly calls to South Pacific
  • Deutsche Bahn applies for injunction against striking train drivers union
  • China seeks own trade deal to eclipse US-led Trans-Pacific Partnership pact
  • Damco launches retail logistics news portal to rival shipping press
  • Food scares, growing middle class boosts China's grain imports
  • UK Hydrographic Office aids efficient information management on the bridge
  • Port of Rotterdam's Munich-Nuremberg rail shuttle frequency increased
  • Hong Kong Airlines adds flights to existing Haikou-Bangkok services
  • CEVA to manage European parts distribution hub for Gulfstream
  • IJS Global teams up with CTi for time-critical aerospace shipments
  • First year success for Emirates serving Sialkot International in Pakistan

Exim Indiaweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2014
  • CEE network appoints Procam Logistics in India
  • Drewry & CargoSmart expand cooperation on box shipping market
  • MCCI suggests integrated Logistics Ministry to boost infra development
  • Promote coastal mode of transportation to ease road & rail congestion: Gadkari
  • TCC urges govt to implement Sethusamudram & other projects
  • Engineering exports grow 20 pc in Sept.
  • Fiat may export its car to right-hand drive markets
  • Garment exports surge 16 pc to $1.3 bn
  • Kamarajar Port pays INR 96 cr. dividend to govt & ChPT
  • No security clearance to China's ZPMC to supply cargo handling equipment at Major Ports
  • Retailers heading to Port of Liverpool
  • Safety & efficiency go hand-in-hand at APM Terminals Mumbai
  • CONCOR to pick up 26 pc stake in ASRL for INR 156 cr.
  • Govt to spend INR 1,476.56 cr. for developing National Highway in Odisha
  • Gowda flags off train specially designed to carry automobiles
  • Highways Ministry to meet banks in bid to boost infra lending
  • Forex reserves rise to $ 315.91 bn
  • INR plunges by 26 paise to end at 3-1/2 week low of 61.62
  • L&T Construction bags orders worth INR 1,576 cr. in Oct.
  • Heavy cargo giving a fillip to US manufacturing, logistics
  • Polytra gets rail wagons to Morocco
  • PPG appoints new member in Nigeria
  • Project cargo specialist in tie-up
  • US project expert BNSF Logistics handles large transformers

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Viele Wege führen zum Ziel
  • Auspicious turnover upsurge for Saf-Holland
  • Thomas Smith trailer service partners with Rhenus
  • NCA makes B747-8F debut in Frankfurt Hahn
  • Swifter between Sweden and Central Europe
  • Comair CEO new Aasa chairman
  • Combi Lift relocates to Bremen
  • European ground handling network starts work
  • Ground broken for SingPost e-commerce logistics hub
  • Support for new rail line on Sweden's east coast
  • Third Atlas Air B747 freighter for Etihad Cargo
  • APMT to retain full ownership of port Elizabeth facility
  • Gatx orders new railcars from Trinity
  • Kieserling and Ipsen join forces
  • Last concert of Gewandhausorchester on US tour with DHL
  • Finnlines: results on a rising tide

IHS Maritimeweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2014
  • 'Catastrophic' US port shutdown feared
    America's shippers have called on President Barack Obama to intervene in a dockworker labour dispute, fearing that a full shutdown of every West Coast port is imminent. The Pacific Maritime Association (PMA), which represents West Coast carriers and container terminal operators, claimed on 6
  • Marshall Islands flags 201st ship in Korea
    A total of 201 vessels owned or operated by Koreans have been registered in the Marshall Islands (RMI) since 2007, the flag register said. As of the end of October 2014, the RMI fleet stood at over 112M gross tonnes and 3,300 vessels. Korean owners follow Greece, the United States and Norway as the
  • DSME wins Awilco VLCC pair
    Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering (DSME) has won an order for two VLCCs from returning Norwegian shipowner Awilco Eco Tankers. The two 320,000dwt vessels - reportedly priced at about $97M each - are expected to be delivered at the end of 2016 and early 2017. The previous two VLCCs ordered
  • Fujian Mawei poised to win mining vessel
    China's Fujian Mawei Shipbuilding is poised to win an order for a mining vessel. This follows the seven offshore vessels recently ordered at the yard and its Marine Assets Corp. The newbuilding will have an overall length of 227m, beam of 40m and able to accommodate 180 people with delivery
  • Hanjin secures Golden Union cape pair
    The Hanjin Heavy Industries & Construction (HHIC) order reported earlier this week for up to two capesize bulkers from a Greek owner can be revealed as returning Greek shipowner Golden Union. The deal is one firm and one optional 179,800dwt eco-designed vessel, which will bring the owner's total on
  • CTS container freight price index hits seven-month low
    An index that covers both spot and contract rates in container trades hit a seven-month low in October. The Container Trade Statistics' (CTS) global aggregated price index fell by one point to 84 in October, its lowest reading since March and close to the floor of its 83 to 87 point range, in which
  • DSC Wolverine for Barrick Gold
    US-based manufacturer DSC Dredge has supplied a Wolverine Class cutter suction dredger to Canadian company Barrick Gold Corp to aid its gold mining operation in the Dominican Republic. The 21m-long, Caterpillar-powered Wolverine, which can dredge to 7.6m and has a 25cm discharge configuration, will
  • Owners warned about 'model' breaking yards
    The practice of inviting media and stakeholders to view "model" shipbreaking yards in India and Bangladesh has been criticised by ship recycling activists. NGO Shipbreaking Platform's executive director, Patrizia Heidegger, spoke to IHS Maritime today on returning from a trip to the region. She
  • DNB expects minimal Saudi oil production cut
    DNB Markets in Oslo does not expect Saudi Arabia to cut oil production to defend crude prices by more than 0.5Mbpd in 2015, which is good for tanker owners, shipping analysts at the investment bank said. The reason behind the forecast limited cuts is that the country is looking to defend total
  • China's steel shipment to drop 4% in 2015
    China's steel industry is projected to generate 1.2Bn tonnes cargo volume in 2015, slightly down by 4% year on year (y/y) from the estimated 1.25Bn tonnes this year, stated China Iron and Steel Association (CISA) at the World Shipping (China) Summit 2014. The output and demand of the nation's steel
  • Container shipping overcapacity to continue
    Global container shipping overcapacity is expected to last until 2019, stated Boston Consulting Group (BCG) at the World Shipping (China) Summit 2014. Annual capacity growth may slow down to around 11% in 2019, while global throughput increase is expected to reach 10% in 2019 from the current 13%
  • Ports in eastern Indonesia lag behind
    Indonesia's ports are improving, but are held back by a bias towards the western part of the archipelago nation, sources have told IHS Maritime. "Progress has been most substantial in western Indonesia. In eastern Indonesia, progress has been much more limited," Henry Sandee, a senior trade
  • Ultramax orderbook limits freight upside
    The number of Supramax and Ultramax bulkers on order is about 33% of the active fleet and this presents challenges to freight recovery. The sector has been feeling the heat from a lack of Indonesian raw ore exports, after the resource-rich country banned the shipments of unrefined bauxite and
  • MISC 3Q profits up 15.6%
    Malaysian state-run ship owner MISC has reported a 15.6% jump in 3Q14 earnings. The company earned a profit of MYR497.56M ($148.7M) during the period. The higher earnings were primarily due to improved freight rates in petroleum business and higher earning days in LNG business. However, a smaller
  • China approves fourth phase of Yangshan port
    The building of the fourth phase of the Yangshan Deep-Water Port has won green light from China's national economic planner, according to the local government in Zhejiang province. The National Development and Reform Commission had approved the project located in Yangshan in Zhejiang province in
  • Insight: Emission control areas
    On 1 January 2015, in accordance with MARPOL Annex VI, the permitted limits on sulphur (SOx) in sulphur emission control areas (SECAs) in the Baltic and North Sea, and emission control areas (ECAs) in North American and the US Caribbean will drop from 1% to 0.1%. In order to meet these new
  • Insight: Nature beckons at Waterdunen
    IHS Maritime's Bert Visser reviews progress on the Waterdunen dredging project, which will give the Netherlands its first controlled tidal zone with mud flats, creeks, and gullies. Fancy booking a holiday next December for scenic walking and camping on 300ha of newly dredged land in the
  • Deployment of new rig revives Perisai Petroleum
    Malaysian offshore oilfield service provider Perisai Petroleum showed improvement in its 3Q14 results, compared to 2Q14. The company earned MYR5.792M ($1.73M) for the period, which was down 91% year on year from MYR26.07M in 3Q13 but better than the MYR961,000 profits for 2Q14. The plunge in
  • Ezion Holdings 3Q profits up 24.5%
    Singapore-based offshore oilfield service provider Ezion Holdings' 3Q14 profit went up 24.5% year on year to $94.9M. The increase in revenue was mainly due to the chartering contribution from the deployment of additional units of Ezion's service rigs and liftboats. However, CIMB Securities
  • Maersk Line fined $8.7M in fraud case
    US-flag carrier Maersk Line Ltd has paid $8.7M to resolve an investigation involving hundreds of false cargo claims for shipments to Afghanistan, federal prosecutors have revealed. The settlement, announced on 5 November by the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Illinois, was the

Marine Logweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2014
  • Vancouver Shipyards completes $170 million makeover
  • ALP acquires six long distance AHTs in $220 million deal
  • Ingalls authenticates keel of NSC 6
  • November 07, 2014 Schottel creates hydrokinetics subsidiary
  • Maersk Line, Limited pays $8.7 million in settlement

World Wide Shipperweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2014
  • Port of Vancouver, USA Oks new terms with Northwest Packing
  • Matson releases numbers for third fiscal quarter 2014
  • Maritime Commerce Club needs shopping spree support
  • Dredging project underway at Port of Everett marina
  • Rail freight traffic up for month of October

Lloyd's Listweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2014
  • Baltic Sea aframax earnings jump $5,000 in a day
    Jump was biggest out of all reported crude tanker routes
  • Asia-Europe volume growth eases in September
    But up 6.2% on the level recorded last year
  • No probe in China for 2M but it's on the radar
    Top Ministry of Transport officials express support for vessel-sharing alliances but will keep an eye on 2M trade share
  • Scorpio Bulkers lands $40m bank loan commitment
    Loan will be used to finance two kamsarmaxes being built in China
  • Asia-Europe prices fall 10% to erode November GRIs
    Carriers will seek further increases prior to 2015 amid reports of further declines, say brokers
  • Costa Rican dockers end wildcat strikes
    Longshoremen return to work to avoid possible sanctions and docked pay
  • Black Sea-Mediterranean Sea suezmax earnings rise 50% in a week
    Delta Tankers takes advantage of high rates
  • Shippers urge Obama to step in to avoid US port strikes
    A coalition of shippers, forwarders and transport associations has warned the president of the consequences of a west coast ports shutdown
  • Cost of bunker fuel hits fresh low
    If bunker price falls further, VLCCs could see spot earnings rise to $70,000 per day
  • Week on Wall Street | November 7
    Growing debate expected on US crude ban now that Republicans control the Senate
  • MISC sees 20% jump in operating profit on lower costs
    Smaller fleet and steady LNG business help boost results
  • Tempers fray on US west coast as unrest spreads to LA and Long Beach
    Contract negotiations continue but tension rising after employers accuse ILWU of escalating industrial action
  • Cape retreat
    'Lack of confidence' in the market and direction 'difficult to call right now'
  • Matson results improve on better Hawaii demand
    Company notes that competitor will add capacity next year
  • Yang Ming sees tailwinds from lower bunker price
    Better nine-month results for Taiwanese box carrier expected on cost control

The Journal of Commerceweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2014
  • 'Everyone has to pitch in' to fix LA-LB problems, Seroka says
    The executive director of the Port of Los Angeles called upon the Pacific Maritime Association, the International Longshore and Warehouse Union, terminal operators and PierPass Inc. to do everything within their power to clear out the congestion that is devastating the Southern California port complex. "Everyone has to pitch in," Gene...
  • Marad extends VISA program to 2019
    The Maritime Administration has extended its Voluntary Intermodal Sealift Agreement program, which provides the U.S. military with assured access to commercial sealift and intermodal capacity, until Oct. 1, 2019. VISA was established in 1997. Companies participating in the program agree to provide their vessels and intermodal systems available to the Defense...
  • Ports, customers focus more on metrics
    Port authorities, ocean carriers, terminals and shippers are paying closer attention to operational metrics such as truck turn times to guide their decisions on where to route cargo or deploy ships. "We need to measure ourselves in order to be able to show the value we provide," said Bethann Rooney, assistant...
  • CSX's Virginia Avenue Tunnel project pushes forward
    The Federal Highway Administration has approved a preferred construction alternative for CSX's Virginia Avenue Tunnel project, paving the way for the 110-year-old, 4,000-foot tunnel to be reconstructed for double-stacking container services after intense pushback from local residents. The decision marks the completion of an environmental review of the project conducted jointly with...
  • CTS reports September drop in trade from Asia on most routes
    Full-size chartVolumes were down in September on the majority of trade lanes leaving Asia, with the exception of lanes to North America and Australia, according to Container Trades Statistics. CTS reported an 11.3 percent drop in Asia-Europe container volumes in September from the month before. CTS data showed volume in the...
  • JOC Trucking Employment Index rises in October, but so does freight demand
    The JOC For-Hire Trucking Employment Index rose 0.3 percentage points to 98.1 in October, as hiring boosted trucking payrolls to levels not seen since December 2007. Freight demand, trucking companies say, is rising faster, which means motor carriers still face shortages of drivers, mechanics and other personnel needed to move more...
  • Antwerp seeks proposals for LNG bunkering station
    The port of Antwerp is soliciting proposals from companies interested in operating a liquefied natural gas bunkering station, in order to meet growing global demand for the alternative fuel. The LNG station operator would be responsible for providing barges to Antwerp and would be responsible for maintenance of the facility for...
  • CSX exec anticipates another bad winter but says rails are prepared
    With the U.S. Weather Service forecasting a polar vortex will hit the eastern half of the country next week, a CSX executive said the railroads will be better prepared this year to operate in harsh winter conditions than they were last winter. "I'm planning on it being bad," Clarence W. Gooden,...
  • Oakland port shippers push for faster turn times, longer gate windows
    While at least one carrier next week plans to call on the Port of Oakland instead of Los Angeles because the northern California port isn't facing congestion, Oakland shippers are still urging for faster turn-times and longer terminal gate windows. Both importers and exporters urged the port to prepare for volume...
  • Finnlines' quarterly results are best in eight years
    Finnlines posted its best quarterly result in eight years and said full-year earnings could be the best since 2000 as it continues to boost cargo volumes in the face of economic uncertainty in its core Baltic Sea market. The Finnish short-sea carrier earned 36.9 million euros ($46 million) before interest, tax,...
  • FMC's Lidinsky calls for global regulation of ship alliances
    Federal Maritime Commissioner Richard Lidinsky called for global regulation of container shipping alliances today. Lidinsky told the European Maritime Law Conference in London that the four major alliances now taking shape will control 95 percent of the cargo moving in the global container trade. He said the container industry needs a "global...
  • Counting on common sense to tackle port congestion
    John Cushing, president of PierPassThe Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are experiencing the most serious congestion in years. While a broad range of factors have contributed to the situation, there is widespread agreement in the industry that the largest single problem right now is a shortage of available...
  • Trucking lobby urges Congress to pass spending bill, not the buck
    WASHINGTON - The largest U.S. trucking advocacy group wants Congress to pass an omnibus spending bill during its "lame duck" session, not a continuing resolution that simply extends funding for a few months, before calling it quits and turning responsibility over to the next Congress. "There is no good reason to...
  • Major CP investor suggests railroad could buy NS
    The activist investor who wrestled control of Canadian Pacific Railway in 2012 reignited speculation that the Calgary-based railroad would acquire a U.S. counterpart by suggesting Norfolk Southern Railway might be the next target. Although Bill Ackman didn't explicitly name NS, he did say there is a risk for CSX Transportation that...
  • German rail strike to end Saturday - 36 hours earlier than planned
    Striking German locomotive drivers will return to work tomorrow evening, 36 hours earlier than planned, to avoid disrupting celebrations on Sunday to mark the 25th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. The strike, which began on Oct 5, has stalled freight shipments, particularly of auto parts, steel and chemicals,...
  • Europe's ports brace for intra-terminal rivalries and overcapacity
    Hanjin container ship at the Port of RotterdamEurope's top container ports are hunkering down for a potentially tumultuous 2015 dominated by a growing capacity glut and slowing cargo growth that will make the congestion of the past year appear like a minor irritant. On the surface, everything looks fine. Rotterdam and...

TradeWindsweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2014
  • KRG finds buyers
    Iraqi Kurdistan's natural resource minister has confirmed that the Kurdish Regional Government (KRG) has no difficulty in finding oil buyers as exports from the Turkish port of Ceyhan jump.
  • Vallianz profit up 61%
    Vallianz Holdings' profit has gone up following a more than five-fold jump in revenue during the third quarter.
  • Star Bulk raises $50m
    Greece's Star Bulk Carriers could target new vessel acquisitions with the $50m proceeds of a notes sale.
  • Kyoei earnings jump
    Japan's Kyoei Tanker has pushed up profit in the first six months as revenue grew.
  • Three held in the UK
    The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) detained three vessels in September at the ports of Southampton and Teesside.
  • AKOFS strong in Q3
    AKOFS Offshore has boosted its revenue during the third quarter and saw its EBITDA soar thanks to a vessel's five-year charter.
  • Vale "shrinks the world"
    Brazilian miner Vale has inaugurated its new $1.4bn port terminal in Malaysia to cut the costs of shipping iron ore to China.
  • Fesco heading south
    Russian line Fesco has won a deal to supply Argentinean research bases in Antarctica.
  • Maersk settles with US
    Maersk has agreed to pay the US government $8.7m as the result of a civil settlement over hundreds of cases of missing containers and forged documents.
  • Caliphate cruising
    A crackdown on would be jihadis flying to join Islamic State fighters in Syria has led to some going by sea.
  • Finnlines flourishes
    Finnish ro-ro owner Finnlines has posted a big jump in third quarter earnings under the leadership of CEO Emanuele Grimaldi.
  • Atlantic suffers in Q3
    Lower charter levels have hurt Atlantic Navigation's performance during the third quarter as it saw both revenue and profit drop.
  • Italian cooperation
    Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri is teaming up with Technip to target a bigger offshore market share.
  • MISC boosts profit
    Malaysia's MISC has ridden a marginally higher revenue to a 16% increase in third quarter profit.
  • Schulte crew criticised
    German shipmanager Bernhard Schulte has been criticised in a UK accident report after a Navigator Gas LPG carrier grounded in the North Sea when its watch officer became distracted.
  • Olsen upgrades trio
    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is sending three cruiseships to a German shipyard for refurbishment ahead of the 2015/16 season.
  • Wenchong profit rising
    China's Huangpu Wenchong shipyard is increasing profit as its ownership is transferred to Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI).
  • Gone to the dogs?
    We take a look at what was said in the market over the past week.
  • KNOP profit doubles
    KNOT Offshore Partners (KNOP) has seen its third quarter profit almost double from a year ago on the back of a fleet expansion.
  • MAC books Mawei miner
    Marine Assets Corporation (MAC) is poised to order a sea floor mining vessel on the back of a long term charter.
  • Legal action snares Teekay
    Teekay Offshore Partners (TOO) looks to have become involved in a legal wrangle over the acquisition of six long-distance towing vessels.
  • Torm sticks to target
    Torm remains confident of completing a restructuring deal with Oaktree Capital despite concerns disgruntled hedge funds could derail the process.
  • Mermaid charters in
    Mermaid Maritime has chartered in three additional vessels in the past month to take on new projects.
  • Hedland set for strike
    Tugboat engineers at Australia's Port Hedland, the world's largest bulk export terminal, are set to strike next week.

American Shipperweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2014
  • SoCal truckers seek emergency relief from HOS rules
  • Businesses ask Obama to help end port interruptions
  • Port of Oakland handling diverted Los Angeles/Long Beach cargo
  • APL Logistics starts Indian automotive rail service
  • Weekly GRI roundup

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2014
  • OW Bunker files for bankruptcy
    Reportedly owes 13 banks $750 million.
  • Stena Line extends energy, fuel saving programme
    Will have four more vessels fitted with efficiency software.
  • New ship paint has fuel-saving capability, says class society
    Holds the potential to lower fuel costs by 6-7%.
  • New bunker start up in Denmark
    In a week that saw the demise of one of the industry's great names, a new company has set up shop.
  • Dan-Bunkering promotes trader
    To team leader at Monaco office.
  • MGO avails will be able to meet ECA demand
    No signs of any shortages.
  • OW Bunker: Concern over possible 'domino effect'
    'If they go bankrupt, financially less secure players will also go bankrupt,' claims trader.
  • Container hubs could be key to LNG bunkering
    Container lines trading patterns could encourage LNG infrastructure investment.
  • 'Decision time for ship owners approaching fast'
    Questions remain about about emerging LNG bunker market.
  • Market moves to cover OW Bunker's absence
    Players rush in to fill gap left by troubled Danish company.
  • Reports: Maersk to buy ECA optimised vessels
    Newbuilds to be deployed for Baltic Sea operations.
  • Nasdaq: OW Bunker case 'poison' to stock market
    Company may have some explaining to do for stakeholders, says spokesman.
  • Asset manager withdraws investment in OW Bunker
    Following allegations of fraud in Singapore subsidiary, it says.
  • Spanish ports in move to enable LNG bunkering
    Authorities team up to develop supply infrastructure.
  • Tug engineers to strike at Australian port
    Action to be taken during morning of November 12.

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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
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
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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