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October 14, 2014
Sched Netweb site
  • Eco lobbies ask IMO to divulge private ship efficiency data this week
  • International Chamber of Shipping: UN ballast water rule wastes billions
  • UN's Arctic eco-code has severe compliance challenges in Russia
  • Insurer TT Club notes strong January 1 to August 31 performance
  • NYK starts inland transportation service in Myanmar for whole cars
  • Is too little too late for expanded Panama Canal with advent of mega ships?
  • Transport infrastructure challenges impact shippers and economy
  • Canadian Pacific Railway expects profits to double in four years
  • DHL tells Korean customs to lighten up if they want to help e-commerce
  • Boeing predicts air cargo to grow 4.7pc annually and double in 20 years
  • PacAvi Group offers Airbus A320 and A321 freighter conversions
  • Volga-Dnepr awarded aircraft maintenance certificate in Sharjah

Exim Indiaweb site
OCTOBER 13, 2014
  • DB Schenker in India appoints Marcel Opitz as Director of Sales
  • Domestic shipbuilders to construct LNG tankers for GAIL (I)
  • Global analysis acknowledges Safmarine's dedication to customers
  • Intercargo appoints David Tongue as Secretary-General
  • ITIC warns of email fraud
  • Shipping rates to fall further this month, say analysts
  • SPNM's networking event focuses on the shipping industry touching lives
  • Cotton yarn export registrations below 100 m in Aug.
  • DP World Chennai welcomes maiden visit of Simatech Shipping vessel as part of IFX service
  • Hiranandani Group to set up LNG import facility in Maharashtra
  • Increase import duty on edible oils, urges SEA
  • INR rises smartly against dollar
  • Quarantine approval must for fruits & vegetables before exporting: Govt

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Russland-Krise
  • 100 t aus den USA
  • Spain - a trail blazer for longer trailer tails
  • Schunck family member to helm the group
  • New pharmaceuticals network with active temperature control
  • Transfreight buys up VTA Logistik
  • B757 Precision conversion completed for Blue Dart
  • Canada calls for new or upgraded tank cars
  • Dachser nabs sales pro for Swiss team
  • Kuehne + Nagel sees auspicious improvement in results
  • "We're remaining on track," says Lufthansa Cargo
  • New transport mandate for Etihad Rail
  • Pirelli's Sgro joins Kuehne + Nagel
  • KAP signs up for new reefer system

Marine Logweb site
OCTOBER 13, 2014
  • Brittany Ferries ends LNG fueling project
  • Damen books first orders for Stan Tug 3011
  • Still held in India, Seaman Guard 35 could face new trial
  • VLEC newbuilds to have Wärtsilä gas handling systems
  • October 13, 2014 Crowley, Seaboard Marine strike new vessel sharing deal

World Wide Shipperweb site
OCTOBER 13, 2014
  • Port of Port Angeles calling for proposals to provide airport services
  • Eight firms pay civil penalties to Federal Maritime Commission
  • Local food carts to serve Portland Airport visitors
  • Port Tracker report predicts record import numbers ahead
  • Coast Guard responds to grounded fishing vessel

Lloyd's Listweb site
OCTOBER 13, 2014
  • Shipping associations oppose pollution fund wind-up
    ICS, BIMCO and Intertanko want IOPC 1971 fund to stay in place
  • G6 Alliance combines Asia-east coast services for winter
    Move will reduce trade lane capacity by as much as 3.8%
  • View From The Bridge: Rafi Danieli
    The last few years have brought turmoil but the Israeli carrier has finished restructuring
  • Congested Long Beach to get chassis relief
    Local companies sign-up to purchase 3,000 more chassis
  • Hyundai Merchant Marine unveils terminal sale plan
    Trend for box lines to offload assets continues with HMM looking to raise $140m
  • Maohi sale highlights fall in MR product tanker values
    Fall in values as MR tankers disappoint in freight market
  • Sales dry up as demolition market feels the pressure
    Cheap imports of Chinese steel hit market already strained by volatile currencies and speculative rates
  • K+N volume growth leads market yet again
    Imports into North America and Europe boost carrier, but South America market still difficult
  • Avance Gas not worried about falling crude prices
    Cheaper propane should boost ship demand
  • How communications, not marketing, drives container sales
    Traditional tactics are less and less relevant in the digital age
  • EU sanctions on NITC lifted
    Brussels will not appeal court ruling against tanker operator
  • Unofficial lobbying for next IMO secretary-general has started
    Cyprus, Denmark, Panama and Mexico rumoured to be considering nominations to replace Sekimizu next year
  • Data Hub: Vessel sizes increase on the Asia-Africa trades
    Cascade effect sends panamax tonnage to West Africa ports
  • DryShips scraps public offering plans
    The issue of senior secured notes was billed as the last step towards solving DryShips' largest finance overhang
  • IMO member states set to battle with shipping over ballast and polar code issues
    Week-long MEPC hopes to find answers to some of the key issues affecting shipping

Sea-webweb site
OCTOBER 13, 2014
  • Vosta Bangladesh JV delivers 10 dredgers
    A joint venture between Dutch-German dredging specialist Vosta LMG and Karnafuly Shipyard in Bangladesh has delivered 10 more cutter suction dredgers (CSDs) to help Bangladesh combat flooding and improve and maintain its waterway navigation. Built at Karnafuly's Chittagong yard, the vessels bring
  • Japan donates dredger to Sri Lanka
    The Japan International Co-operation Agency (JICA) on 18 October will hand over to Sri Lanka the new self-propelled 300m3 grab hopper dredger Sayuru. Launched at Japan's Kegoya Dock in May, the vessel is being provided under the Japanese government's official development assistance programme.
  • South Korea coastguard kills Chinese fisherman
    South Korea's coastguard has arrested three Chinese fishermen and shot dead another while intercepting their vessel for alleged illegal fishing. Song Hou-mo, 45, was killed on 10 October. In a statement, the West Regional Headquarters Korea Coast Guard said the ship's captain was shot after the
  • OPDR launches Morocco-North Europe link
    German shortsea container carrier OPDR today announced the launch of a new weekly container service between Morocco and North Europe. Operated with three 700teu class ships, the loop will call at Agadir, Cadiz, Tilbury, and Rotterdam, where transhipment connections will be available for
  • SIPG eyes Yangshan port's first phase
    Shanghai-listed Shanghai International Port (Group) (SIPG), Shanghai's largest port operator, may take over the first phase of Yangshan Deep-Water Port, complementing the second and third phases it already owns. Shanghai Tongsheng Investment (Group) is the current owner of the port's first phase,
  • SHI may win FLSO order from Excelerate Energy
    Samsung HI (SHI) may win an order for the world's first floating liquefaction, storage and offloading (FLOS) unit from US-based Excelerate Energy. SHI said that the unit will be deployed in the 'Lavaca Bay' FLSO project of the US shale gas. The contract amount has not been revealed as the deal
  • SHI wins order for three LNG carriers
    Samsung HI (SHI) has won an order amounting to KRW664Bn ($621M) for three LNG carriers from an undisclosed Asian owner. SHI, the world's second-largest shipbuilder, said in a Korea Exchange filing that the ships will be delivered by the end of August 2018. According to SHI's press statement, the
  • Tianjin Port gets green light for expansion
    China's Tianjin Port was authorised by the state council to double its berths last week. As the largest port in North China and one of the largest in the world, the port was approved to expand its operational waters to 1,590km², extend the waterfront from 78.9km to 148km and increase the number of
  • China cargo ship crew saved from storm
    A total of 15 crew members on board a Chinese cargo vessel were rescued yesterday morning amid gales and powerful waves off Zhejiang province, China. The crew members were moved to rescue ship Dong Hai Jiu 111 just eight minutes before Run Wu 9 sank around 08.40 local time yesterday, the Donghai
  • HMM secures $140M from selling US terminals stake
    Hyundai Merchant Marine said today it would sell off its stake in two US terminals - CUT(California United Terminals) and WUT (Washington United Terminals) to US private equity firm Lindsay Goldberg at $140M. HMM told IHS Maritime that the portion of the stake to be sold is 49% each of CUT and WUT.
  • Seacontractors orders three Damen ships
    Seacontractors has become the launch customer for Damen's latest STu 3011, with an order for two of the 70-tonne bollard pull Stan Tugs, while also booking its ninth Shoalbuster from the builder. Damen will significantly customise the STu 3011s - Atlantis and Dian Kingdom - to enhance their
  • Vard to remain bearish due to low oil prices
    Singapore-listed offshore vessels shipbuilder Vard Holdings is likely to be affected by the bearish deepwater activity, according to an assessment from Lee Yue Jer, analyst from DMG & Partners Securities. Lee sets a target price of SGD0.80 ($0.62) per share while Vard's stocks are currently valued
  • Taiwan's largest research ship sinks, two dead
    Ocean Researcher V, Taiwan's largest maritime research vessel, was involved in an accident and sank Friday (10 October) night off the southwest coast of Taiwan. Of the 45 people on board, two died and 43 were rescued, including 25 sustaining injuries, according to local media. Hsu Shih-chieh,
  • Malaysia promotes shipping industry
    Malaysia is to promote its local shipping industry with a measure announced in the country's 2015 budget speech delivered on 10 October. "To assist owners of cargo ships with gross tonnage not exceeding 300 tonnes, the government will establish a Malaysia P&I [Protection & Indemnity] Club under
  • SembMarine secures $696M FPSO conversion deal
    Singapore-listed offshore services provider, Sembcorp Marine (SembMarine) has secured a $696M contract to convert a shuttle tanker into an FPSO for OOGTK Libra, a joint venture between Brazil's Odebrecht Oil & Gas and Teekay Offshore. The deal involves the conversion of Navion Norvegia into an
  • Zeeland publishes quay dredging tender
    As Zeeland expands its 300m offshore project cargo quay at Westhofkade BOW Terminal by 175m, the vital dredging tender has appeared on TenderNed. About 200,000m³ of material must be removed so vessels with a draught of up to 10.5m can moor at the new quay. "The tender opening will take place on 20

The Journal of Commerceweb site
OCTOBER 13, 2014
  • Schneider National raises driver pay up to 13 percent
    Schneider National is raising truck driver pay 8 to 13 percent, throwing its weight behind what's fast become a truckload sector-wide trend in the second half of 2014. The second-largest U.S. truckload carrier bumped up pay for its van truckload company drivers last week following pay increases for tank and dedicated...
  • Turkey to standardize customs procedures to expedite processing
    Turkey plans to standardize procedures at customs gates to speed up border transactions and unclog long truck lines, according to the Hürriyet Daily News. Customs and Trade Minister Nurettin Canikli has ordered ministry officials to prepare a project to renew all 17 of Turkey's customs gates as of next year, and renovate...
  • Court OKs APM Terminals' Costa Rica terminal accord
    APM Terminals' new Costa Rican container terminal cleared a major hurdle after the country's Supreme Court ratified a concession agreement between the terminal operator and the Costa Rican government. The 33-year concession agreement between the two parties was signed in 2011, but has been in court for nearly three years after...
  • RoadOne looks for right mix to keep drayage drivers
    Like many over-the-road trucking operators, RoadOne Intermodal Logistics is looking for the right formula to attract more truck drivers and keep them. However, in the drayage business that formula quickly becomes pretty complex, said Ken Kellaway, president and CEO. RoadOne's drivers are owner-operators, and unlike over-the-road truckload drivers they're not typically...
  • China Shipping partners enter $13 billion deal with bank
    A strategic agreement between China Shipping Group and the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China could help the company become more competitive in the container shipping market. China Shipping Group, which is comprised of China Shipping Development, China Shipping Container Lines and China Shipping Haisheng, will work with the ICBC on...
  • E-commerce growth reshapes traditional supply chains
    Shippers may have to start locating distribution centers closer to consumers, as growth in e-commerce is pressing retailers to deliver goods inexpensively and quickly, and challenging traditional logistics models. Since 2000, growth in e-commerce has been significant, with a 19 percent compound annual growth rate through 2013, according to data from...
  • Port delays driving dray drivers away, RoadOne says
    The shortage of truck drivers on U.S. highways is affecting drayage operations at port terminals and inland railheads, too. Frustrated by port congestion and chassis shortages, drayage drivers increasingly are looking for other jobs - both in and out of trucking. That "outward migration" of drayage drivers and trucks threatens to...
  • Protesters fail to thwart Zim ship in Tampa Bay
    Protesters were unsuccessful in delaying the arrival of the Zim Alabama at the Port of Tampa Bay over the weekend, though demonstrations against the Israeli-owned carrier are beginning to spread to more U.S. ports. According to the Tampa Bay Business Journal, about 25 protesters with the group "Block the Boat" gathered...
  • Visakhapatnam, Gangavaram port operations remain suspended
    Operations at India's eastern ports of Visakhapatnam and Gangavaram remained suspended on Monday following the devastation wrought by Cyclone Hudhud, a storm that hammered in at with wind speeds of up to 90 miles per hour on Sunday. "Visakhapatnam port is closed to all traffic, and officials are not in a...
  • Customs compliance: Protecting from within
    When have you done enough on Customs compliance? Based on a recent exchange in a LinkedIn discussion group, there is real disagreement. Despite that lack of concurrence, two court cases decided in recent months drive home the point that proper internal controls are a must. The first is United States v....
  • Hyundai to sell stakes in two US terminals
    Hyundai Merchant Marine said it will sell 49 percent stakes in two U.S. West Coast terminals to U.S. private equity firm Lindsay Goldberg for $140 million. The deal continues a trend in which private investment groups are showing a renewed appetite for acquisitions of stakes in container terminals, though at lower multiples...
  • Jawaharlal Nehru Port renovations to impact ship handling
    Planned equipment upgrades at India's Jawaharlal Nehru Port will impact some ship calls in the the Indamex Service, a vessel-sharing agreement between Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM, APL, NYK Line and OOCL that connects the Indian subcontinent and eastern Mediterranean with the U.S. East Coast. The installation of three new super-post-Panamax rail-mounted quay...
  • US imports drive market-beating growth in K+N ocean freight
    Kuehne + Nagel credited rising U.S. container imports for driving a market-beating 7.4 percent increase in the global forwarding and logistics group's third-quarter ocean freight traffic. The Swiss-based firm handled 991,000 20-foot-equivalent units in the three months to end-September, compared with 923,000 TEUs year ago. This lifted volume for the first three...
  • Asia-Europe container lines face GRI hurdle as spot rates continue slide
    Rates from Shanghai to Northern European ports hit a 50-week low. Full-size image Ocean carriers face an uphill struggle to achieve planned general rate increases in the Asia-North Europe trade in the coming weeks against a backdrop of plummeting spot rates, according to industry analysts. The latest reading of the Shanghai Containerised...
  • Canadian Pacific makes merger overture to CSX
    CSX has rebuffed an overture from Canadian Pacific Railway about a merger or acquisition that would reshape North America's transportation map by creating the continent's largest rail network. It was unclear whether discussions would be renewed, according to the Wall Street Journal, which first reported it. Any deal between the two railroads...
  • New ships, winter to pressure carriers in Asia-Europe trade
    To understand how deeply the Asia-Europe trade is holding carriers' bottom lines hostage, one just needs to look at the numbers. Spot freight rates on the head-haul westbound trade out of Asia slumped to just $822 per 20-foot-equivalent container unit in late September, according to the Shanghai Containerized Freight Index,...
  • Hapag-Lloyd seeking stability in some unconventional places
    After steaming through choppy waters over the past several years, Hapag-Lloyd is looking for a safe haven. Like many of its rivals, the German carrier is seeking that haven in the form of new or enlarged alliances. But Hapag-Lloyd, one of the world's oldest shipping companies, is taking the pursuit...

TradeWindsweb site
OCTOBER 13, 2014
  • Norwegian adds president
    Norwegian Cruise Line has hired a hospitality industry executive to serve as its president and chief operating officer.
  • US shipping share blues
    New York-listed shipping stocks took a beating Monday as negative sentiment failed to take a day off for the Veterans Day bank holiday.
  • DryShips shares plummet
    DryShips shares took a nosedive Monday after the company nixed a $700m bond offering and as shipping shares suffered across the board.
  • Bunker boost for tankers
    Time-charter equivalent (TCE) rates in the tanker markets are receiving a boost from dropping bunkers costs, according to US tanker brokerage Charles Weber.
  • Colombo run back on
    A passenger service between India and Sri Lanka could soon return after a previous operator failed in 2011.
  • Deal or no deal?
    Avance Gas may have openly put the brakes on a takeover of Dorian but the issue of consolidation surrounding the company has not gone away, analysts believe.
  • Ferry evacuated
    A Norwegian ferry has been towed for repairs after running aground.
  • GSI gets Wenchong
    Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI) is taking control of sister yard Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding.
  • China Shipping's $13bn deal
    China Shipping Group (CSG) has signed a new "strategic alliance" with state lender Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC).
  • Hallin cancels $110m newbuild
    The closing down of Singapore's Hallin Marine has resulted in four cancelled projects and arbitration proceedings for a newbuilding that will never be delivered.
  • Suezmax threshold approaches
    Spending on suezmax tankers this year in the second hand market is set to break through the $1bn barrier.
  • Orlin in at Dorian
    Hedge fund tycoon Paul Orlin has emerged as a major investor in VLGC owner Dorian LPG.
  • Essar shares rise
    Two divisions of India's Essar Group have seen their shares jump following a decision to delist from the Mumbai stock exchange.
  • OPDR expands
    Germany's OPDR is launching a new container service from Morocco to northern Europe.
  • Navios MLP set for swing
    New Navios MLP Navios Maritime Midstream Partners is looking at an annual positive profit swing of more than $40m, according to data in its IPO prospectus.
  • VLEC contract for Wartsila
    Finnish ship systems company Wartsila has broken through into the very large ethane carriers (VLEC) sector after signing a contract for gas-handling systems.
  • Two dead in sinking
    Two people have drowned after a Taiwanese research ship sank off the Penghu Islands.
  • Crew facing re-trial?
    The 35 crew and guards on an AdvanFort ship in India are now facing further legal action three months after an arms case against them was dropped.
  • Giant's reach
    A new VLCC chartering giant created by Frontline and Tankers International will have a larger influence in the spot market than has been previously suggested.
  • DryShips shelves notes
    DryShips has shelved a $700m notes issue that it hoped would cure its convertible headache.
  • Johor draught dispute
    A tank farm in Johor has begun arbitrage proceedings against the port operator for allegedly failing to maintain sufficient draught for VLCC operations.
  • HMM raising $140m
    Korean owner Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) is banking more money through a sale of stock in its US container terminals.
  • SHI scoops $620m order
    Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) has won an order for three new LNG carriers worth $620m.
  • Thumbs up for suezmaxes
    Poten & Partners has become the latest broking shop to sing the praises of the Suezmax tanker market.
  • SMM bags Libra FPSO
    Sembcorp Marine has secured a conversion contract from Teekay Offshore Partners to convert a shuttle tanker into an FPSO.
  • Swissco taps bond market
    Swissco confirmed Monday that it had raised SGD 100m ($78.7m) from a three-and-a-half-year bond issue.
  • UK on Ebola watch
    British authorities have begun monitoring vessels heading for the UK that have visited ports in countries where the Ebola virus is present.

American Shipperweb site
OCTOBER 13, 2014
  • U.S. continues investigation of Chinese steel shelving imports
  • Reports say Canadian Pacific interested in merger with CSX
  • Long Beach tries to identify port productivity solutions
  • ZIM ships continue to be met by protesters
  • Transportation providers paid 7.7 days late on average
  • International airports see August freight growth

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
OCTOBER 13, 2014
  • Lukoil: Tighter ECA rules will change Russia's bunker market
    Sees development of a new bunkering hub in the Far East.
  • Piracy incidents soar in Asia
    129 incidents recorded from January to September 2014.
  • Monjasa founders 'step back from daily operations'
    'We need to focus more on consolidation rather than expanding.'
  • Bunker sector's failings were damaging Bangladesh economy
    Bunker delays have left ships 'stranded' in Chittagong.
  • 'Dirty' cruise ships at centre of pollution row
    Operator has threatened to pull out of city terminal.
  • Falling prices failing to stimulate bunker demand
    'Shipowners like to buy the cheapest fuel, but no one knows which level is the cheapest.'
  • Monthly bunker figures fall in Singapore
    But port on track to pass 40-mt mark for 2014.
  • Another supplier wins MPA approval for mass flow meter
    Brightoil says MFMs will help bring 'trust back into the market'.
  • Fujairah: Future regional energy hub status more than possible
    Fujairah Oil Terminal welcomes wider port investment.
  • 'Eco' LNG carrier order
    Three ships ordered by Asian player.
  • ECA impact 'more significant' on small carriers
    Bermuda Container Line expects $50- to $55-dollar increase in shipping cost.
  • Methanol bunkers a focus at upcoming forum
    Event to be held next month.
  • SGMF in global launch at Singapore
    Singapore Minister for Transport to conduct the event.
  • Investor upbeat on Egyptian bunker facility's outlook
    Chairman expects firm to return to black in the same year facility comes on stream.

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