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July 14, 2014
Sched Netweb site
  • OOCL keeps appeal option open in involuntary manslaughter conviction
  • Maersk, MSC hope new '2L' two-firm mega alliance will pass muster
  • Chilean dock strike over lunch breaks, rest periods hits containers
  • Hamburg Sud to stop providing chassis at LA-Long Beach August 1
  • China bows to WTO and cuts anti-dumping duties on US chicken
  • CN calls for smooth cargo flow as ILWU contract talks continue
  • Port of Oslo signs Yilport Holding to 20-year container terminal deal
  • Chassis reservations are made easier with new Chassisfinder app
  • Boeing and Emirates finalise order for 150 777Xs into the 2020
  • US nearly doubles number of airlines to report animal loss records
  • FAA approves Envirotainer's heating and cooling container, RKN e1

Exim Indiaweb site
JULY 11, 2014
  • Allcargo inaugurates Project LEAP under its comprehensive CSR initiative
  • Box charter market rates for large & small vessels on the upswing
  • CMA CGM's Jacques Saadé receives Honorary Doctorate Degree in Humane Letters from Lebanese American University
  • DICV begins shipping Fuso trucks to Indonesia
  • Evergreen takes slots on service connecting South India with Colombo & Gulf
  • Industry asks DNV GL to explore risks at small-scale LNG bunkering & filling stations
  • NYK President hears from captains & chief engineers on enhancing safety
  • Reactions to Budget 2014-15
  • JSW Steel to import 6 mt of iron ore in FY15
  • Murray Fenton India to oversee ABG Shipyard operations
  • Transhipment of steam coal taking place from Bhavnagar port to Magdalla port
  • WACKER opens logistics centre near Kolkata
  • A progressive Budget, says industry
  • Budget facilitates dip in transaction cost for exporters
  • Fag-end recovery helps INR to minimise losses; ends weak at 59.93
  • Forex reserves up by $ 614.6 m to $ 316.393 bn
  • IFFCO Kandla gets first phosphoric acid shipment from JIFCO of Jordan
  • PPP norms need revamp: Economic Survey
  • AAL handles one of the heaviest cargoes on its Pacific service
  • FSG delivers versatile project cargo carrier
  • SAL Heavy Lift enhances fleet

International Transport Journalweb site
  • New rail service between UK and Turkey
  • German-French cold chain goes into action for Bastille Day
  • Nicaragua unveils route for Atlantic-Panama canal
  • Western Bainoona Group to utilise Etihad Rail services
  • "Spirit of St Louis" crosses Atlantic once more
  • MOL and China Shipping cooperate on LNG newbuildings
  • Russian Railways starts developing Baikal-Amur mainline
  • Geis participates in parcel collection network in Czechia
  • Uzbekistan Airways returning to Ukraine
  • DP DHL retains existing CEO and names new one
  • System Alliance participating in EcoTransIT initiative
  • Beware - pirates in Southeast Asia, says Sami
  • Zetes supports DPD Ireland's delivery process optimisation
  • China Eastern stepping up South Korea operation too
  • Baltic Exchange honours Zodiac Group boss

Marine Logweb site
JULY 11, 2014
  • Ledcor orders two tugs at B.C. shipyard
  • MacGregor to supply Pusnes offloading system for FPSO
  • USCG responds to spill in Boston dry dock
  • High Court quashes Seaman Guard Ohio charges
  • Signature Bank sets up commercial marine unit
  • Fairbanks Morse names Merriman marine sales manager
  • Philly Tankers firms up order for Jones Act tankers
  • CMN longliners feature Fluidmecanica equipment

World Wide Shipperweb site
JULY 11, 2014
  • Port association welcomes passage of house water appropriations bill amendment
  • US rail freight traffic count sees positive result during week
  • Yaquina Bay Coast Guard Station holds change of command ceremony
  • May freight TSI numbers reach all-time high mark
  • Mitsui joining China Shipping to order ice class LNG carriers

Lloyd's Listweb site
JULY 11, 2014
  • Recycling a problem
    An internationally recognised mechanism for scrapping ships is needed now
  • VLGCs: 'The most exciting sector in shipping right now'
    Hostile takeover attempts, soaring freight rates - LPG shipping has it all
  • Djibouti attempts to withdraw DP World Doraleh terminal concession
    Government alleges bribes were made to former chairman of Djibouti Ports and Free Zones Authority
  • I order, therefore I am
    The allure of signing newbuilding orders can prove too much
  • New Indian government proposes 16 port projects in first budget
    Development of port infrastructure critical for boosting trade, says finance minister
  • Shippers in Asia urge regulators to put 2M under heavy scrutiny
    Industry groups in Singapore, China and Hong Kong worried about size of new alliance
  • Asia-Europe rates return to normal
    Latest SCFI shows rates just 1% higher year on year
  • Will regulators allow the 2M Alliance?
    Lloyd's List looks at what the implications of recent rulings on the P3 Network may mean for 2M
  • Taiwan tanker venture raises funds for newbuilding project
    Global Energy Maritime issue $37m in new shares as U-Ming raises stake
  • 2M will not seek regulatory clearance from China's Ministry of Commerce
    New alliance formed by world's two largest carriers will look for approval from Chinese transport ministry
  • Aurora LPG reveals it was target of hostile takeover attempt
    Approach to key shareholders unsuccessful, says Aurora
  • Angelicoussis poised to order VLCC pair at Daewoo
    Agreement envisages two options and is understood to price tankers at about $98m each
  • Southeast Asian piracy threat is rising, warns Dryad
    Hijack of still-missing Moresby 9 brings attacks on small product tankers to six since April
  • Asia to Europe volumes jump in May
    Latest CTS figures show a double-digit percentage volume increase compared with a year earlier
  • Waiting for Brazil
    With a tepid market in two basins all eyes are toward a pick-up in cargoes
  • Week on Wall Street | July 11
    Dry bulk stocks go for a dip generally, while a change to a warrant agreement at Eagle Bulk adds to investor flight
  • Maersk and MSC give notice to other vessel-sharing partners, including CMA CGM, as they prepare for 2M
    Diego Aponte says top two carriers compatible in terms of ships and volumes

Sea-webweb site
JULY 11, 2014
  • Wilson, Sons orders two Damen PSVs
    Brazilian company Wilson, Sons has signed a contract with Netherlands-based builder Damen Shipyards for the provision of two PSV 5000 platform supply vessels (PSVs). Measuring 85m in length and 19m in width, the PSV 5000s will feature travelling gantry cranes for offshore operations and
  • DSME poised for Maran Tankers VLCC order
    Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering (DSME) is poised to win an order for up to six VLCCs from Greek shipowner Maran Tankers Management. The exact details as to dimensions and tonnage have not been revealed but the order is expected to be four firm and two options with delivery in 2016. Costs
  • ODIN-WIND taps into $81Bn market
    Initiated by the multidisciplinary consultancy NIRAS in an alliance with Vattenfall, Maersk Broker, DTU Wind and the UK's Welding Institute, the ODIN-WIND project aims to develop a process tool to ensure control of offshore wind farm decomissioning. The project targets the first generation of
  • Sungdong wins order for possible Teh-Hu Capesize duo
    South Korean shipyard Sungdong Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering has won an order which could potentially involve the provision of two Capesize bulkers from Hong Kong based shipowner Teh-Hu Cargocean. The one firm order, for a 180,000dwt vessel, is scheduled for delivery in 2H16 with an option for a
  • Zhejiang Ouhua secures order for Arkas option pair
    Zhejiang Ouhua Shipbuilding has secured an order for two containership options from Turkish shipowner Arkas Shipping and Transport. The two 2,500teu vessels, scheduled for delivery in 2017, are options linked to an original order placed in early April 2014 by the Istanbul -based owner. Delivery of
  • European shippers call for conditions for 2M acceptance
    The European Shippers' Council (ESC) has said it wants competition authorities to set conditions for the acceptance of the new 2M vessel sharing agreement concluded between Maersk Line and MSC. Although it has not openly criticised the agreement, the ESC said that the 35% market share it would give
  • Costa signs cruise deal with Trieste
    Costa Cruises has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the autonomous regional government of the north Adriatic to increase its calls at the Italian port of Trieste. The deal comes amid continuing uncertainty about the future of cruise traffic at Venice, the region's premier tourist
  • Bohai wins Berge Bulk quintet
    China's Bohai Shipbuilding Heavy Industry has won an order for five Newcastlemax bulkers from returning Singapore owner Berge Bulk. The five 210,000dwt vessels will have an overall length of 300m, a beam of 49m, a depth of 25.3m and are scheduled for delivery in October and November 2015, May, June
  • CSCL and CSNT partner with Alibaba
    Shanghai-listed China Shipping Container Lines (CSCL) and China Shipping Network Technology (CSNT) announced today (11 July) that they have signed a co-operation agreement with NYSE listed e-commerce company Alibaba to build a global e-logistics platform. The three companies will build an
  • Maersk owns up to Euronav VLCC sales
    Maersk Tankers has admitted to being the seller of four VLCCs in the process of being sold to Euronav for $342M. The company, which sold its own 15-vessel VLCC fleet to Euronav at the start of this year for $980M, said in a statement on Thursday (10 July) that it had acquired the four vessels as a
  • CMA CGM Danube suffers engine failure
    The first containership delivered by China International Marine Containers (CMIC) to CMA CGM reported engine failure about two weeks after delivery. Delivered on 25 June, the 9,200teu CMA CGM Danube was constructed at the Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Company's (DSIC's) shipyard. It suffered engine
  • Costa Concordia refloating to start Monday
    The refloating of the wreck of the Costa Concordia is due to get under way on Monday (14 July) subject to weather conditions and the final go-ahead from the Italian authorities. Costa Crocieri and its salvage partners, Titan Salvage and Micoperi, said that final confirmation would only be given the
  • India budget boosts shipbreaking, ports
    India has reduced basic customs duty on ships imported for breaking from 5% to 2.5% in its Union Budget unveiled yesterday by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley. Nitin Kanakia, joint secretary of Ship Recycling Industries Association (SRIA), told IHS Maritime that the move would increase the number of
  • STX O&S carries on with 16,000teu ship delivery
    STX Offshore & Shipbuilding is continuing with its remaining orders as it works through voluntary debt restructuring. STX O&S held a naming ceremony of a 16,000teu vessel yesterday at its Goseong yard in South Korea's South Gyeongsang province. The vessel, MSC London, is the first among the six
  • China exports down 3.1% in June
    China's exports recorded a 3.1% year-on-year (y/y) drop in June, which was less than expected, according to data released by the General Administration of Customs (GAC) on 9 July. Exports stood at a level of $174.32Bn, while imports were down 0.7% y/y to $147.19Bn, with the same month showing a
  • Triyards bags contracts worth $112M
    Offshore vessel builder Triyards has secured new liftboat contracts worth $112M. The first order, a BH 300-L4T series liftboat, represents another Triyards milestone, being its very first four-legged liftboat. Equipped with leg lengths that exceed 90m, it can perform in water depths of more than
  • UMWOD wins $51.3M Myanmar drilling contract
    Malaysia-listed offshore service provider, UMW Offshore Drilling (UMWOD), has been awarded a contract by PTTEP International (PTTIEPI) for the provision of drilling rig services in Myanmar. UMWOD is a wholly owned subsidiary of UMW Malaysian Ventures, which in turn is a wholly owned subsidiary of
  • Ezra retains high earnings
    Singapore-listed offshore service provider, Ezra Holdings' earnings increased to $1Bn for 9M14 ending 31 May 2014, as compared to $842.9M in 9M13. Moreover, the adjusted EBITDA for the Ezra grew 144% to $125.4M, while adjusted profit after tax turned from a loss of $43.5M in 9M13 to a profit of $25M
  • HHI clinches Nasr offshore plant contract
    Hyundai HI (HHI) confirmed today that it has been awarded a contract to build an offshore plant in the Nasr field in the United Arab Emirates. The world's biggest shipbuilder said in a Korea Exchange filing that it has received a letter of award from Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Company (ADMA-OPCO)
  • More East-West LPG flows this year
    There will be more LPG exports from the US Gulf, West Africa and Algeria into Asia this year due to growing arbitrage opportunities, a consultancy has predicted. FACTS Global Energy projected that the West-East arbitrage trade will hit 3.7M tonnes this year or around 10% of Asia's total LPG imports,
  • Changhang Phoenix returns to profit
    Changhang Phoenix, a listed bulk carrier operating unit of Sinotrans & CSC, forecast that it would return to the black in the first half this year. Profits are estimated to total between CNY20M ($3.2M) and CNY35M for the period, a stock filing of the company said. Its losses amounted to CNY343.6M
  • Lack of cargoes affects Capesize rates
    The Capesize freight rates declined further this week due to a lack of Brazilian iron ore shipments. As of yesterday, the Baltic Exchange assessed the Brazil-China rate at $20.605/tonne, down from $22.38/tonne a week ago. The Western Australia-China rate was assessed at $7.54/tonne, down from

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JULY 11, 2014
  • Slideshow: The top 10 US exporters of 2013
    Translucent varieties of DuPont's Corian® solid surface material.The top 10 companies among JOC's Top 100 exporters were responsible for exporting 1,454,700 TEUs in 2013. From large conglomerates to family-owned businesses, the companies span many different markets and represent mostly scrap paper and metal businesses, agricultural companies, chemical companies and natural...
  • NMFTA Announces Trademark of "National Motor Freight Classification"
    Alexandria, VA- July 9, 2014 - The National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA announced that the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued Trademark protection for its "National Motor Freight Classification". Trademark Reg. No. 4,554,220 covers printed publications, CDs containing raw data and other information relating to individual...
  • Hayward announces up to 200 manufacturing jobs at Port of Pensacola
    Pensacola Mayor Ashton Hayward today announced that a major manufacturing facility will be built at the City-owned Port of Pensacola, creating up to 200 new jobs. A lease agreement approved by the City Council in March and executed in May between the City and Port customer Offshore Inland Marine &...
  • Cushman & Wakefield Completes Sale of 149,654-Square-Foot California Warehouse Buyer will Utilize the Site for Southern California Distribution
    COMPTON, Cal., June 30, 2014 - Cushman & Wakefield has orchestrated the sale of 250 Apra Street, a 149,654-square-foot distribution center in Compton. The commercial real estate services firm's Los Angeles South-based team of Rooney Daschbach, Steve Bohannon and Rusty Smith represented the seller Prudential Real Estate Investors in the transaction....
  • FEC's New Rail Facility at Port Everglades Opens July 14
    Media Invited to Tour FEC Train, space limited
  • Ryder Recognized as an Inbound Logistics Green Supply Chain Partner
    MIAMI, July 10, 2014 - Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in commercial transportation and supply chain management solutions, today announced that for the sixth consecutive year, it has been named an Inbound Logistics Green Supply Chain Partner. Inbound Logistics editors have selected 75 companies that demonstrate a deep commitment to green initiatives...
  • Striking LA-Long Beach port truckers return to work
    LONG BEACH, Calif. - The ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach should be free of trucker picketing this week thanks to a deal brokered Saturday by Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti. Garcetti convinced three harbor trucking companies and striking drivers at those companies to agree to a cooling-off period while...
  • Shipper groups greet 2M announcement with caution
    Shipper groups began to react cautiously to the planned 10-year vessel-sharing agreement proposed by Maersk Line and Mediterranean Shipping Co. on east-west trades, dubbed "2M." The European Shippers' Council said, "this type of vessel sharing agreement is less worrying for shippers than the planned P3," but noted that with what it...

TradeWindsweb site
JULY 11, 2014
  • Shareholders see the light
    Star Bulk Carriers appears to be on the fringe of firming up its merger with Greek compatriot Oceanbulk.
  • The departed
    A leading Greek tanker operator appears to have offloaded its oldest VLCC in a demolition deal worth more than $20m.
  • ALG loss widens
    UK cruiseship operator All Leisure Group (ALG) has posted a bigger first half loss as revenue fell.
  • Ocean Yield sells bonds
    Ocean Yield of Norway has sold NOK 400m ($65m) of bonds as it continues to raise cash.
  • Cosco swoops for 10 bulkers
    China Cosco Holdings Co has revealed deals for 10 new bulkers at two domestic shipyards.
  • Bjerke's shipping hope
    DNB is expecting its shipping loans to add to future profit, according to chief executive Rune Bjerke.
  • Solbakken hunts more
    Norway's Ocean Yield is planning to spend more money on fleet expansion, adding to the $333m it has already splashed out in 2014.
  • Ocean Yield banks $250m
    Norway's Ocean Yield (OY) has clinched a new cheaper loan worth $250m.
  • KKR buys into OEG
    US private equity fund KKR has taken over UK offshore equipment company OEG Offshore Group.
  • SCF behind ice trio
    Russia's SCF Group has been unmasked as the buyer behind three high-priced tanker newbuildings announced Thursday by South Korean shipbuilder Samsung Heavy Industries.
  • Angelicoussis books four Vs
    John Angelicoussis is being linked to an order for four VLCCs at DSME at prices well below the $100m mark.
  • Gun case dropped
    An Indian judge has thrown out an arms case involving 35 crew and guards from a US vessel after nine months.
  • Two die as ferry sinks
    Two people have died and two more were missing on Friday after a ferry sank off Vanuatu.
  • Two more for Wilson
    Brazil's Wilson Sons has returned to Dutch yard Damen for two platform supply ships (PSVs).
  • Dryad in SEA warning
    Shipowners face an increasing threat of piracy in Southeast Asian waters, leading UK-based security analysts have warned.
  • Ezra profit inches up
    Ezra Holdings has reported a modest year-on-year increase of just 6% in its third quarter profit released Friday.
  • Seadrill refinances trio
    Seadrill has secured a new $1.35bn credit facility just a day after it was forced to pull a $1bn bond issue.
  • All systems go
    A fledgling Jones Act operator has firmed up a $250m contract to construct a pair of product tankers at Aker Philadelphia Shipyard.

American Shipperweb site
JULY 11, 2014
  • Questions about new Maersk-MSC Alliance
    China Shippers' Association Vice President Cai Jia-Xiang said Chinese regulators need better statistics on the Chinese market share of the carriers, but believes they are above the 30-percent limit in the China-Europe trade.
  • Spike in U.S.-bound cargo results in CN rationing
    "During this short-term bump in volumes, CN and its terminal partners will be striving to ensure that our base-level business, in particular Canadian cargo, will continue to be supported appropriately," a spokesman said.
  • Westwood Shipping to leave Seattle for Tacoma
    According to a service updated posted on the carrier's website, the change in ports is being made to accommodate a terminal renovation at the Port of Seattle.
  • Airports experienced increased May cargo activity
  • Analyst: Shippers see strong rail industry
    Strong traffic growth in the rail industry has only slightly been boosted by shippers sending goods early to avert a possible strike in the West Coast ports, according to a second-quarter shipper survey by Cowen and Company.
  • Boeing: Demand for new planes up 4.2%
  • All eyes West
    The attention of carriers and shippers is focused Friday morning on events in Los Angeles and Long Beach, where a potentially volatile labor situation is unfolding.
  • 'Zombie' malware targets shipping and logistics companies
    The cyber security firm TrapX on Thursday said it had discovered a form of malware implanted by an unidentified Chinese manufacturers in terminal scanners designed to track inventory levels.

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JULY 11, 2014
  • MGO prices end week on low note in Houston
    Good avails reported at the US Gulf port.
  • Weekly Global Market Report
    A weekly price roundup from bunkering hubs around the world.
  • Ukraine to cutoff international shipping from Crimean ports
    Ports-closure directive to take effect July 15, says report.
  • New oil storage development in South Korea
    Project forms part of plan to make country a global commercial oil storage, trading and shipping hub.
  • Prices lack direction in Fujairah
    Mixed outlook on prices in Durban and Cape Town.
  • Prices mixed across Europe
    Firm in nothern Europe but softer in southern bunkering hubs.
  • New ECA fuel 'unique to Antwerp refinery'
    Oil major could look into replicating production elsewhere in response to demand.
  • Research: Fuel costs keeping smaller box liners uneconomic
    Ships under 10,000 TEU capacity facing losses.
  • LNG-fuelled fleet nudges 80
    But eventual number over next shipping cycle is anybody's guess.
  • Asian bunker prices end week mixed
    Supply operations at certain ports have resumed to normal after typhoon.
  • Norwegian tech firm wins hybrid engine contract
    Scana Propulsion to supply hybrid-electric propulsion units to offshore vessels.
  • US and Chinese ports pair up on shore power technology
    Agreement aims to share technical expertise and best practice.
  • New system promises faster bunkering process
    Traditional methods were 'slow and time-consuming', says developer.
  • Total Marine Fuels expands Africa operations
    Firm has appointed a bunker trader for the market.
  • Sinopec to expand bunker product portfolio
    Expansion will apply to 'most Chinese ports', company source tells Bunkerworld.

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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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