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November 21, 2014
Sched Netweb site
  • Carriers suspend US$1,000/FEU congestion surcharges in face of feedback
  • Maersk suspends Benghazi calls as fighting in Libya rages
  • White House: West coast dock rift like last year's on east coast
  • LA-Long Beach PierPass agency determined to keep its 'mitigation fee'
  • China ports' total box throughput increases 9pc in October
  • HK Shippers Council expects west coast congestion to drag on
  • Maersk's Asia-Europe 2 service to receive first 18,340-TEU ship
  • Cosco, CSCL mull quitting Hamburg, check out Wilhelmshaven
  • South Carolina Ports Authority October container volume up 17pc
  • SITC starts weekly East Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam service
  • Irish Continental pre-tax profit up 6.7pc in Q3 to US$29.8 million
  • Virgin Atlantic Cargo flies huge mountain frogs from Europe to Montserrat
  • DuPont Tyvek covers protect perishables, pharmaceuticals
  • Qantas, China Eastern aim to boost cooperation with new flights

Exim Indiaweb site
NOVEMBER 20, 2014
  • G6 expected to deploy larger vessels
  • Govt along with Exim Bank to set up INR 1,500-cr. fund to boost shipbuilding
  • Maersk Line to introduce Low Sulphur Surcharge to fully support 2015 ECA sulphur regulation
  • Samsung Group calls off merger of shipbuilding, engineering units
  • UASC to join EPIC service from Jan. 2015
  • Wan Hai Lines facilitates transhipment at Vallarpadam ICTT
  • China's new policy may dampen India's cotton exports
  • Revised duty drawback rates to be effective from Saturday
  • APM Terminals Mumbai registers new 'gate' record
  • Karnataka focusing on developing its non-major ports
  • National Integration Week being observed at JN Port
  • INR recovers from 9-month low of 62.22 on fresh dollar selling
  • New drawback rates meet exporters' expectations: Fieo chief

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Die Achillesferse im Visier
  • Renault hands over 10,000th T truck to Trans-Man
  • HR director promoted to Norbert Dentressangle board
  • IRU and Acea issue joint call to EU decision makers
  • Board resignations at Swisslog
  • Network welcomes two new Asian members
  • Rickmers rating set to CCC
  • Kenco delivers "wine by-the-glass" enjoyment
  • Trip through Carpathians with single locomotive
  • Transaero winging its way to Tbilisi
  • Poulsen takes Apac expertise to Agility
  • Emes and Arkas cooperate on new Greece-Turkey link
  • ERS steps up Poland shuttle frequency again
  • Cathay Pacific to fly freight to Cambodia
  • Mexico says "yes" to HL/CSAV bonding

IHS Maritimeweb site
NOVEMBER 20, 2014
  • Discussion group merger delayed
    The US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has voted to delay the permanent integration of the two major transpacific discussion agreements. The Transpacific Stabilisation Agreement (TSA), which covers eastbound trade, filed a request in late 2012 to absorb the Westbound Stabilisation Agreement
  • Upside seen from crude slump
    Shipping executives and analysts contend that the sharp drop in crude pricing will improve prospects for tankers and other vessel classes. Morgan Stanley analyst Fotis Giannakoulis noted on 19 November that public tanker stock pricing is lower despite an increase in charter rates. "It seems that
  • Shell launches Naturelle range of EALs
    Shell Marine Products has launched its new range of environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs), which includes Shell Naturelle S4 Stern Tube Fluid 100. Shell's range of EAL products enables ships entering US waters to comply with the regulations revised in 2013 for a Vessel General Permit (VGP).
  • Locals trained to tackle Nigeria waterway deaths
    A lack of investment in river and marine transport infrastructure was responsible for the loss of 296 lives on Nigeria's waterways last year, the Nigerian Inland Waterway Authority (NIWA) said last weekend. Bad visibility and poor communication were also to blame for numerous fatal boat accidents,
  • Oil thieves' vessels seized, refineries burned
    The Nigerian Navy destroyed two illegal oil refineries at Opobo Creek in Rivers State and also set two boats laden with stolen crude oil on fire. The refineries were said to have been able to produce N8M ($46,000) per day of automotive gas oil (AGO) and kerosene when they were raided on 13 November.
  • Terminal plans change at Richards Bay
    South African freight operator Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) has abandoned plans to build its own coal terminal at Richards Bay. The plan was announced two years ago but has been overtaken by expansion of Grindrod's Navitrade coal terminal. Navitrade's capacity of 3.5M tonnes is being expanded in
  • BW LPG profit soars but falls short of expectations
    BW LPG, the Singapore based gas carrier company that is listed in Oslo, has posted a sharp increase in 3Q14 and nine month profits, but the latest quarter fell short of analyst expectations. Group net profit in 3Q14 rose to $87.5M from $68.9M in the same period last year, while revenues increased
  • SLPA orders dredger from IHC
    Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) has ordered a 4,000 cubic metre capacity Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger from IHC Holland BV, its third from the Dutch builder. An SLPA statement said the new dredger will belong to the latest series of IHC hopper dredger 'Beagle 4' family with a diesel electric
  • Costa Concordia damage claims dismissed as 'unrealistic'
    Costa Crociere has been labelled as "imaginary and unrealistic" due to compensation claims totalling €220M lodged by the island of Giglio and the region of Tuscany for damage to their image caused by the Costa Concordia disaster in January 2012. The wreck of the Costa Concordia was moved from
  • Kim Heng to benefit from incoming rigs
    More incoming rigs to Singapore to be warm or cold stacked may present more business opportunities for rig builders such as Kim Heng Offshore & Marine, which is feeling the heat of the industry slowdown and slow workflow. "Currently, there are some 20 idle rigs in or nearby Singapore and about 15
  • Vard needs to lift profitability
    A slowing new order momentum could delay Vard Holdings' (Vard's) return to healthy profitability that would be necessary for the Singapore-listed, offshore vessels builder's stock to recover. Vard management has guided for "below average new order intake expected in the near-to-medium term", saying
  • Suria profit falls 19%
    Malaysia-listed port services operator, Suria Capital Holdings (Suria), reported 3Q14 profit down by 19% to MYR14.6M ($4.33M). Revenue dropped 8% year on year to MYR62.3M as of 30 September 2014 from MYR68M. The decrease in revenue resulted from lower contribution from all business segments
  • Malaysian container liner PDZ posts loss
    Malaysia-listed container liner PDZ Holdings (PDZ) posted a loss of MYR1.38M ($0.41M) for the first quarter ended 30 September 2014, as compared to a profit of MYR1.11M in the corresponding period last year. Revenue went down 13% to MYR37.8M from MYR43.6M. The decrease in earnings was due to lower

Marine Logweb site
NOVEMBER 20, 2014
  • Chouest, Island OCV newbuilds will be longer and wider
  • Shell launches new range of EALs
  • Two shipyards face OSHA penalties
  • Sewol operator CEO gets 10 year prison sentence
  • World's biggest box ship has world's biggest engine

World Wide Shipperweb site
NOVEMBER 20, 2014
  • Port of Vancouver holding line on staying away from tax increase
  • Port of Olympia starts project to revamp Port Plaza landscaping
  • CMA CGM Group bringing back Citrus Express seasonal service
  • Port of Tacoma biofiltration system helping to remove log yard pollutants
  • Knutson NHK Offshore Tankers holds shuttle tanker naming ceremony

Lloyd's Listweb site
NOVEMBER 20, 2014
  • Navis launches cloud-based vessel-stowage platform
    XVELA will build on PowerStow to allow carriers and terminal operators to exchange real-time data
  • Gast rules out merger between Hapag-Lloyd and Hamburg Süd
    Deal would mean 'too many compromises', says shipping boss
  • Zim narrows its third-quarter loss
    Israeli shipping line begins to feel the benefit of recent restructuring
  • Tsakos pledges to bring balance to Intertanko
    New chairman pledges to address commercial sustainability as well as technical and regulatory issues
  • Navios Acquisition sees deliveries boost third-quarter revenue
    Some 16 vessels have been added to company's fleet
  • Incentives and fines will improve port performance, says analyst
    Rewards and penalties will tackle the challenges both sides face, says Ocean Shipping chief
  • Medium range product tanker earnings hit an 18-month high
    Plentiful cargo inquiries and a lack of prompt ships boost owners' prospects
  • OW Bunker board 'shocked and amazed' that losses were possible
    UPDATED: Board did not authorise a $125m credit line now at the centre of fraud investigation
  • European shippers hit out at CKYHE US trades agreement
    Alliance filing includes the ability to jointly negotiate with ports and use ships of up to 18,000 teu
  • Mexico approves CSAV and Hapag-Lloyd merger
    Shipping lines are only waiting for approval from two more regulatory authorities
  • Creditreform downgrades Rickmers Holding to 'substantial risk' CCC
    German owner continues its refinancing talks
  • BW LPG responds to critics over 'sub-par' performance
    Firm wants stable earnings and high vessel employment, not a grab for spot market peaks, says Gleeson
  • October brings a tale of two coasts for US box ports
    Los Angeles and Long Beach slow but Virginia and Savannah maintain growth
  • GasLog posts higher profits as fleet grows
    Charter extension comes as spot market gets a boost
  • Standard announces a 5% premium hike
    The decision puts the club at the upper end of rate increases
  • BW LPG sees profits rise but below analysts' expectations
    Analysts concerned over company reducing spot market exposure
  • Coal fixtures bail out embattled dry bulk sector
    Resource projects may boost smaller vessels in the long term
  • Update: FMC puts brakes on merger of transpacific discussion agreements
    Commissioners want more information, but Brian Conrad says WTSA market share is too small to have much effect
  • CMA CGM launches reefer service for eastern Med
    French line hopes to take business away from road transport

The Journal of Commerceweb site
NOVEMBER 20, 2014
  • US intermodal volume slows as peak season winds down
    U.S. intermodal volume growth appears to be slowing, reflecting the winding down of the peak season and potential delays caused by U.S. West Coast port congestion. On a year-over-year basis, U.S. intermodal volume rose 2.6 percent in the week ending Nov. 15 and 2.2 percent in the prior week, according...
  • MSC does about-face on US West Coast congestion surcharge
    Just days after postponing a surcharge on cargo heading from Asia to U.S. West Coast ports, Mediterranean Shipping Co. today told customers it would impose a surcharge next week to mitigate losses from terminal congestion. Starting Nov. 26, MSC will charge a congestion surcharge of $800 per TEU, $1,000 per FEU...
  • Diversion traffic helps push import growth at Oakland
    Laden container import cargoes at the Port of Oakland jumped more than 9 percent in October, a result of marketing efforts and the rerouting of cargo to avoid unprecedented congestion in Southern California. The Port of Oakland's throughput volume was up 3.8 percent year-over-year in October. Full size chart. Oakland's import volumes...
  • Teamsters win election at FedEx Freight terminal, but cancel 3 others
    A Teamsters union election for drivers at a FedEx Freight terminal in Richmond, Virginia, has been canceled, the third election withdrawal in three weeks. The International Brotherhood of Teamsters also withdrew petitions to the National Labor Relations Board for representation elections at FedEx Freight terminals in South Newark, New Jersey, and...
  • Zim cuts loss but volume slides on Asia-Europe exit
    Zim Integrated Shipping Services' net loss narrowed in the third quarter as the Israeli ocean carrier started to benefit from a $3.4 billion debt restructuring. The net loss on a non-GAAP basis shrank to $20 million in the three months through September, a $56 million improvement on the same period in...
  • Port of Oakland closes after death of dockworker
    The Port of Oakland is closed today following the death Wednesday night of a longshoreman in Benicia, a breakbulk and bulk port on the San Francisco Bay. The longshoreman died from natural causes, according to the Solano County Coroner, who was quoted in Thursday's Oakland Tribune. International Longshore and Warehouse Union...
  • Rail lifts exceed expectations at South Carolina's inland port
    The South Carolina Ports Authority's inland port of Greer continues to exceed performance expectations with rail lifts at the facility up 1.5 times over plan, with 17,714 moves since July. The SCPA reported Wednesday that the Greer inland port handled 4,678 rail lifts in October. The port authority opened the 40-acre...
  • UASC official compares North American ports to Third World
    LONDON - North America has "Third World" ports that charge carriers "very high costs for very low efficiency," a senior executive of United Arab Shipping Co. says. "To be brutally honest, North America is not up to form" despite efforts to improve performance, Franck Kayser, the pan-Arab carrier's vice president, network...
  • BNSF plans record capital expenditure for 2015
    BNSF Railway plans to spend a record $6 billion on capital projects next year and will invest $500 million more this year than it originally planned, it said today. While $2.9 billion will be spent next year on replacing and upgrading the railroad's existing network, there will be still be $1.5...
  • Court refuses to block NY-NJ bridge toll increase
    A federal judge has refused to block the next phase of a multiyear increase in tolls for bridges used by trucks and cars crossing waterways between New York and New Jersey. U.S. District Judge Richard K. Eaton refused to grant the injunction sought by the American Automobile Association's chapters in New...
  • Hamburg works to better coordinate mega-vessel handling
    In an effort to reduce congestion caused by mega-vessels, the Port of Hamburg has launched an initiative to better coordinate the handling of the vessels - even before they make their way up the estuary of the Elbe river. The Nautical Terminal Coordination, launched last month, monitors ships calling at northern...
  • NY-NJ sets plan for gray chassis pool
    Industry officials in the Port of New York and New Jersey have agreed on a plan to create a "gray" chassis pool that would allow truckers to freely interchange chassis throughout the port as soon as early 2015. The decision is a major step toward clearing one of the chief impediments...
  • Ocean shipping group seeks to fine-tune electronic invoicing
    When the Ocean Freight Industry EIPP Standards Advisory Board in July announced the creation of guidelines for emerging standards used in Electronic Invoice Presentment and Payment, it promised a system that "will drive greater efficiency, reduce costs and simplify processes." For beneficial cargo owners that face almost continuous ocean freight rate...
  • Japan's trade surplus with US widened in October
    Japan's trade surplus with the United States expanded for the second consecutive month in October on a year-over-year basis despite a double-digit rise in imports, as exports also posted robust growth, according to preliminary trade figures released by the Japanese Finance Ministry on Thursday. Japan's imports from the U.S. grew for...
  • Incoterms: Lost in translation?
    Q: It was disappointing to read your answer in an October commentary to the person who asked about obligations of the seller and buyer under the FCA Incoterm ("Trade Compliance: Assume the Worst"). FCA - or Free Carrier - is a way to ensure the goods are properly "cleared for...

TradeWindsweb site
NOVEMBER 20, 2014
  • Perhaps, perhaps, perhaps
    A 2014 launch of its pending IPO remains a possibility for Belgian tanker giant Euronav, its chief executive said today.
  • Jones Act-qualified oceangoing ATBs and ITBs
    A listing of the fleet of bluewater integrated tug-barges (ITBs) and articulated tug-barges (ATBs) protected by US cabotage law, according to records by the US Maritime Administration (Marad) as of October 2014:
  • Jones Act-qualified newbuildings
    A listing of cargoship and articulated tug-barge (ATB) newbuildings on order at US yards:
  • Bosporus bonus
    Suezmax rates are racing ahead in a week that has seen the market record the largest daily climb of the year.
  • Rand seeks flexibility
    Bulker owner Rand Logistics plans to register to sell up to $75m of securities.
  • Navios confirms VL deal
    Navios Maritime Acquisition has confirmed the purchase of a VLCC from a Japanese owner.
  • WSG wins ferry deal
    UK security and defence company Westminster Group (WSG) has won a 21-year contract to operate a new ferry service and terminals in West Africa.
  • Bumi Armada profit dips
    A more than 15% increase in revenue was not enough to prevent Bumi Armada from posting a drop in third quarter profit.
  • NAT toasts cheaper oil
    Herbjorn Hansson today celebrated the joys of a lower oil price for suezmax specialist Nordic American Tankers.
  • G6 cuts Europe calls
    The G6 Alliance of container lines has temporarily halted European calls on its Pacific Atlantic 2 (PA2) service.
  • Monjasa: "slight" upturn
    Danish fuel and tanker group Monjasa says it only has "limited" exposure to collapsed rival OW Bunker.
  • BW LPG under fire, shares crash
    BW LPG shares crashed today on the back of a disappointing third quarter performance.
  • Attica boosts profit
    Greece's Attica Holdings has pushed up its profit during the third quarter on increased revenue.
  • FMC stops the clock
    The US has halted plans to combine two transpacific containership discussion groups.
  • GasLog profit jumps
    New York-listed LNG carrier owner GasLog has added $22m to its net earnings in the third quarter as revenue soared.
  • CSG goes short again
    China Shipping Group (CSG) is selling more short-term debt to boost working cash.
  • Sewol boss jailed
    The head of the company that owned the Sewol ferry has been jailed for 10 years in South Korea.
  • BW LPG profit rises
    Improved freight rates and an expanding fleet have helped BW LPG post a 27% jump in third quarter net profit.
  • Nimrod buys PSV stakes
    Nimrod Sea Assets Limited has acquired majority stakes in two PSV newbuildings on the back of long-term charters.
  • Port Hedland strike off
    Teekay has reached a deal with Australian tug engineers to avert a strike at Port Hedland scheduled for Saturday.

American Shipperweb site
NOVEMBER 20, 2014
  • Newsflash: Main ILWU-PMA negotiators not expected to meet until Dec. 2
  • ZIM says it is financially stronger following restructuring
  • Poor utilization exacerbates non-availability of chassis in SoCal
  • Commerce offers consolidated export-screening tool
  • Teamsters continue unionization of FedEx Freight
  • Drayage drivers end strike against Pacific 9 Transportation
  • Port of Oakland, other San Francisco Bay ports, closed on Thursday
  • Newsflash: Trade attorney warns drayage industry could be impacted by case law
  • Mexico OKs merger of Hapag-Lloyd, CSAV
  • Descartes aquires mobile last-mile solutions provider
  • NY/NJ port extends truck replacement program

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
NOVEMBER 20, 2014
  • DNV GL, Qatari shipyard to promote LNG as marine fuel
    Firms sign memorandum of agreement.
  • ExxonMobil launches zinc-free marine engine oil
    Protects engines designed for upcoming EPA legislation, says firm.
  • California sees drop in reported engine blackouts
    October had lowest monthly number so far in 2014; none specified as relating to fuel switching.
  • Bunker sales up at Gazpromneft
    30% rise over nine-month period.
  • LNG terminal: Work could start in 2017
    Muuga could become a suitable hub for the project connecting the Finnish and Estonian gas networks.
  • New figures show details of OW's trade debt
    Top ten owed over £200 million.
  • OW Board 'did not approve' Tankoil credit line
    Chairman 'very much looking forward to an in-depth investigation'.
  • Tanker operator sees cost base cut
    Chairman of Nordic American Tankers says weak crude is good for business.
  • Stena methanol ferry conversion goes ahead
    At a cost of $27 million.
  • OW's bank creditors move to protect their claims
    Accountant acting for bank syndicate warns other claimants that they could face claims for damages.
  • Fuel costs get key role in box operator outlook
    Rise in prices would result in downgrade, says Moody's.
  • LNG bunkering technology acquired by new firm
    Company will finalise the construction of a LNG bunkering terminal in Denmark.
  • Canadian company buys LNG-powered twin
    Newbuildings due to enter service in 2016.
  • Dubai develops bunkering guidelines
    The move a big step forward for maritime sector.
  • Analyst: Majority of scrubber owners from Norway
    Scrubbers likely to be more popular over the longer term.
  • Singapore oil specialist eyes public listing by year-end
    Company firming up investor demand in the meantime, says report.
  • LNG-fuelled box shipping operations to grow
    As TOTE's two LNG powered vessels come into operation 'more will soon follow'.
  • OW's US units in bid to sell leftover fuel
    Companies seeking to recover over $13 million from transaction.
  • BMS United Bunkers expanding operations in Asia
    New managing director to head offices in the PRC, Hong Kong, Indonesia and Singapore.

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CK Hutchison threatens legal action against APM Terminals if it takes over Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa
Hong Kong
The Chinese company warns that the continued operation of the airports depends solely on the actions of the Supreme Court and the Panamanian state.
Fincantieri presents an industrial plan that foresees the doubling of the production capacity of military vessels in Italian shipyards
Milan
For civil production, a reallocation of volumes to Romanian shipyards and an expansion in Vietnam are planned.
Fincantieri and Generative Bionics sign agreement to develop humanoid welding robots.
Trieste/Genoa
The first tests at the Sestri Ponente shipyard are scheduled for the end of this year
Slight increase in annual freight traffic handled by Croatian ports
Zagreb
Sharp drop in dry bulk offset by increase in liquid cargoes and record containers
The Grendi group expects to close 2025 with a record turnover of 158 million euros (+33%)
Genoa
Revenues increased by 10%, net of the effect of the acquisition of Dario Perioli.
South Korean HMM's quarterly and annual performances were negative.
South Korean HMM's quarterly and annual performances were negative.
Seoul
In 2025 the container fleet transported 3.94 million TEUs (+3.2%)
Offer to acquire European express courier InPost
Amsterdam/Luxembourg
It was submitted by a consortium comprising Advent International (37%), FedEx (37%), A&R Investments (16%) and PPF Group (10%)
Transocean and Valaris sign merger agreement
Steinhausen/Hamilton
The new company will have a fleet of 73 offshore vessels, including 33 ultra-deepwater drillships
Hapag-Lloyd expects to close the 2025 financial year with a 61% decline in operating profit.
Hamburg
Record loads transported by the fleet, growing by +8%.
FS establishes a company specializing in transport and infrastructure consultancy
London
The new company is based in London
Maritime traffic in the Suez Canal fell by 3.4% last year.
Maritime traffic in the Suez Canal fell by 3.4% last year.
Cairo
Growth of +9.0% in the fourth quarter alone. In December, transits increased by +13.1%.
The simplification law, rather than making things easier, complicates the lives of ship captains and burdens them with additional operational and legal responsibilities.
Genoa
BYD and Automar reach agreement for vehicle traffic through the port of Gioia Tauro.
Schiedam
The goal is to serve the central-southern Italian market.
Maersk Group announces 15% ground-based job cuts
Maersk Group announces 15% ground-based job cuts
Copenhagen
The quarterly and annual financial results are impacted by the reduction in the value of maritime freight rates.
In 2025, container traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado Ligure reached a historic record of almost three million TEUs
Genoa
Cruise passengers increased by 6.1%; ferry passengers decreased by 4.0%.
Busan Port has again set its all-time record for annual container throughput.
Busan
Last year the total was 24.88 million TEUs (+2.0%)
Panama Ports Company has initiated arbitration proceedings against the Republic of Panama
Panama
Extensive damage reported and state authorities' reluctance to respond to repeated requests for confrontation
In 2025, freight traffic in Sardinia's ports grew by +3.0%
Cagliari
Slight decline in cruise passengers contained by the launch of home ports in Cagliari and Olbia
Freight traffic in the port of Barcelona to remain stable in 2025
Barcelona
In the fourth quarter alone, 16.7 million tonnes were handled (+4.5%)
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd bring back India/Middle East-Mediterranean service via Suez
In 2025, ships transiting the Panama Canal increased by +14.1%
In 2025, ships transiting the Panama Canal increased by +14.1%
Panama
The ports of the Central American nation handled 9,915,357 containers (+3.6%)
Last year, container traffic in the port of Tangier Med reached a record 11.1 million TEUs (+8.4%)
Last year, container traffic in the port of Tangier Med reached a record 11.1 million TEUs (+8.4%)
Anjra
New all-time high in total goods
In 2025, Turkish ports handled a record traffic of 553.3 million tonnes of cargo (+4.0%)
Ankara
Container traffic in Italy reached a new all-time high of 678,715 TEUs (+9.8%). Ship traffic through the Bosphorus Strait declined.
APM Terminals will take over the interim management of the Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa.
Panama
President Mulino urged Panama Ports Company to cooperate fully in view of this new phase
New crop of historic records harvested by Chinese ports
New crop of historic records harvested by Chinese ports
Beijing
In 2025, maritime ports handled 11.63 billion tons of goods (+3.7%)
PPC denounces the contradictory nature of the ruling by the Supreme Court of Justice of Panama with respect to the current legal framework
Balboa
The company does not exclude the possibility of resorting to national and international legal action
Lukoil signs agreement with US-based Carlyle to sell the Russian group's international assets
Fly
The transaction will need to be authorized by the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control.
Panama's Supreme Court of Justice declares the law on the concession contract with the Panama Ports Company unconstitutional.
Panama
Last year, PPC port terminals handled 3.9 million containers
Royal Caribbean Cruises has ordered two new cruise ships from Chantiers de l'Atlantique with options for four more
Royal Caribbean Cruises has ordered two new cruise ships from Chantiers de l'Atlantique with options for four more
Miami
New orders for ten new river vessels are planned. A record financial year.
CMA CGM establishes a joint venture with Stonepeak to which it will contribute ten container terminals
New York/Los Angeles
The American company will own 75% and 25% of the shares, respectively. It will invest 2.4 billion dollars.
German rail freight companies reject 37% increase in train path prices
Berlin
Die Güterbahnen urges the Minister of Transport to present the promised reform of the fare system
FS Logistix increases weekly rotations on the Duisburg-Milan railway line from six to ten
Milan
Two daily connections are made in each direction
In the fourth quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Zeebrugge decreased by -4.9%.
Antwerp
For the whole year the decline was -4.1%
Valletta Cruise Port records record annual cruise traffic
London
In 2025, there were 963 thousand passengers (+2.3%)
Evergreen invests up to nearly $1.5 billion in the construction of 23 container ships
Taipei
Seven 5,900 TEU vessels have been ordered from Jiangsu New Yangzi Shipbuilding and 16 3,100 TEU vessels from CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding.
In 2025, Spanish ports handled a record container traffic of almost 19 million TEUs
Madrid
New historic highs also for conventional goods and passengers
First container transhipment operation in an Algerian port
First container transhipment operation in an Algerian port
Algiers
It happened on Sunday at the port of Djen Djen
Truckers from Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, and North Macedonia block borders
Belgrade
Week-long protest against the EU's new entry/exit system
Resumption of attacks against ships in the Red Sea region threatened
Tehran
They would be implemented in response to an escalation of US and allied military actions in the region.
New annual record for maritime traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore
New annual record for maritime traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore
Port Klang
Last year, for the first time, over 100,000 ships passed through
New record of sailors abandoned by shipowners
London
In 2025, 6,223 crew members from 410 ships were abandoned
Two FMC commissioners call on the US government to take action against Canadian and Mexican ports
Washington
Enforcement of provision aimed at preventing freight carriers from evading the Harbor Maintenance Fee urged
Annual container traffic handled by the port of Algeciras remains stable.
Algeciras
A 6.2% decrease in the weight of goods in containers was recorded
The EU Commission authorizes Italy to provide financial support for rail operations in ports.
Rome
Incentives for a maximum total of 30 million euros over five years
Shipping companies urge further incentives to speed up restoration of Suez Canal transits
Shipping companies urge further incentives to speed up restoration of Suez Canal transits
Ismailia
The need to reduce insurance premiums for vessels transiting the Red Sea region was also highlighted.
€3.1 million in unpaid regional maritime property fees recovered in Campanian ports
Naples
422 default notices to non-compliant dealers
In November 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado dropped by -5.5%.
Genoa
The two airports recorded percentage variations of -7.5% and +0.6% respectively
EU ETS: Interferry calls for a halt to the 100% charge for ferry emissions in 2026.
Victoria
The vast majority of the revenues from the maritime ETS - the association denounces - are diverted to the national budgets of the Member States.
The new configuration of the Ocean Alliance service network confirms seven calls at Italian ports
Hong Kong/Taipei
Two at the port of Genoa, two at that of La Spezia and one stop each at the ports of Vado Ligure, Trieste and Salerno
Last year, freight traffic in the port of Marseille-Fos increased by +5%
Last year, freight traffic in the port of Marseille-Fos increased by +5%
Marseille
Cruise passengers grow by +7%
AD Ports has acquired the Spanish shipyard Astilleros Balenciaga.
Abu Dhabi
Transaction worth 11.2 million euros
CMA CGM reports three services on the route around the Cape of Good Hope
Marseille
The international scenario - explains the French company - is complex and uncertain
COSCO Shipping Ports' terminals handled record container traffic last year
Hong Kong
Growth of +6.2% over 2024
In the fourth quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Venice grew by +13.5%
Venice
An increase of +4.9% was recorded for the whole year
Buffer areas to decongest the North West logistics system
Genoa
The proposal is from Connect. Let's remember, Palenzona warns, that the Italian system depends on road haulage.
In 2025, Russian ports handled 884.5 million tons of cargo (-0.4%)
In 2025, Russian ports handled 884.5 million tons of cargo (-0.4%)
St. Petersburg
In the fourth quarter alone, traffic was 231.1 million tonnes (+6%)
The port of Civitavecchia has set a new annual cruise traffic record
Civitavecchia
A 5.4% increase in transit passengers. Disembarking and embarking passengers remained stable.
A ship coming from Russia was seized in the port of Brindisi
Toasts
Alleged violation of sanctions against the Russian Federation
FS Logistix takes over railway operations in Area 6A of the Port of Antwerp.
Antwerp
New generation hybrid locomotives will be used
Greek Shipowners' Association urges EU to take measures to protect ships and crews
Piraeus
Call for expressions of interest for the refurbishment and management of the cruise terminal at the Port of Gibraltar
Gibraltar
Applicants must be willing to fully finance the work
In 2025, acts of piracy against ships increased by +18%
In 2025, acts of piracy against ships increased by +18%
Kuala Lumpur
A 43% decrease in accidents was recorded in the last quarter
InRail to manage the Interporto Pordenone intermodal terminal for a year
Pordenone
Temporary solution in view of the establishment of a public-private company
Turkey's Kuzey Star Shipyard to Build Shipyard in Syria's Tartous Port
Damascus
An investment of at least $190 million over five years is expected
In 2025, cargo traffic in Ukrainian ports decreased by -15%
Kiev
Container traffic grows by 66%
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by 5.7% last year.
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone the decline was -8.0%
In 2025, PSA's port terminals handled record container traffic
Singapore
New peaks in volumes handled in Singapore and the group's overseas terminals
Chinese CMPort's port terminals handled record container traffic last year
Hong Kong
The total was 151.5 million TEUs, an increase of +4.0% over 2024.
COSCO orders 12 new 18,000-TEU and six 3,000-TEU containerships
Hong Kong
Jiangnan Shipyard, China Shipbuilding Trading, and COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry win $2.7 billion in orders.
The port of Trieste closed 2025 with a 0.7% growth in freight traffic thanks to the increase in crude oil prices.
Trieste
The port of Gioia Tauro has once again set its container traffic record
The port of Gioia Tauro has once again set its container traffic record
Gioia Tauro
In 2025, the previous peak recorded the previous year will increase by +14%.
Port of Singapore sets new all-time container throughput record
Port of Singapore sets new all-time container throughput record
Singapore
The port confirms its position as the world's second largest container port
The volume of cargo traffic in the port of Koper will remain unchanged in 2025.
Koper
Increase in containers and rolling stock. Decline in other types of cargo.
Taiwan's Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL close 2025 with double-digit revenue declines
Taipei/Keelung
In 2025, piracy attacks against ships in Asia increased by +23%
Singapore
The severity of accidents has decreased
The Democratic Party accuses the government of blocking investments in ports and placing the Port System Authorities under special administration.
Rome/Genoa
Nova Marine Carriers, Bolten and Ership have acquired full control of VCK Port Logistics.
Lugano
Amsterdam has developed its only covered terminal capable of operating in all weather conditions.
In the fourth quarter of 2025, revenues generated by OOCL's containership fleet decreased by -17.2%.
Hong Kong
Transported volumes increased by +0.8%
TKMS submits non-binding offer to buy German Naval Yards
TKMS submits non-binding offer to buy German Naval Yards
Kiel
The Kiel-based company builds naval vessels and luxury yachts
Terminal Investment Limited puts hands on the Peruvian port of Pisco
Lima
Acquired the Portuario de Paracas Terminal
Assagenti urges a more constant and timely information on the progress of the work of the new dam of Genoa
Grimaldi has taken delivery of the Grande Michigan
Naples
It is the eighth Pure Car and Truck Carrier ammonia ready of the Neapolitan group
Meeting between the presidents of the Maritime Federation and Assoporti
Rome
Mario Mattioli and Roberto Petri addressed the main issues of the maritime cluster
Morocco's Marsa Maroc participates in the development of the port of Monrovia
Casablanca
Contract for the management of two docks and the construction of a multipurpose terminal
South Korea's Pan Ocean buys ten VLCCs from compatriot SK Shipping
Seoul
Transaction valued at approximately $668 million
Roberto Mantovanelli has been appointed Secretary General of the Northern Adriatic Port Authority.
Venice
The 2026-2028 Three-Year Operational Plan for the Ports of Venice and Chioggia has been approved.
Stefano Messina has been confirmed as president of Assarmatori
Rome
He will also lead the shipowners' association in the four-year period 2026-2030
In 2025, Albanian ports handled a record traffic of 8.2 million tons of goods (+6.2%)
Tirana
A new peak in passengers also amounted to 1.7 million units (+6.4%)
WASS (Fincantieri) has been awarded a contract by Saudi Arabia for the supply of lightweight torpedoes
Trieste
The order is worth more than 200 million euros
Oxin (Somec) awarded a major order for the construction of kitchen, pantry, catering and bar areas for two cruise ships
San Vendemiano
The value of the order is 53 million euros
Sogedim launches a daily service between Carpi and Campogalliano/England
Carpi
Daily shuttle departing from the logistics hubs of Campogalliano, Carpi and Prato
Danaos Corporation reports record quarterly and annual revenue.
Athens
Profits are falling
CPPIB and OMERS are considering selling their 67% stake in Associated British Ports.
London
Maersk orders eight 18,600 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Copenhagen
Built by New Times Shipbuilding Co., they will be delivered between 2029 and 2030.
PaxOcean opens new shipyard in Singapore
Singapore
It occupies an area of 17.3 hectares
The largest container ship ever arrived in the port of Trieste
Trieste
Port of call of the "MSC Diana" which has a capacity of approximately 19,000 TEUs
Antin Infrastructure Partners acquires U.S. shipbuilder Vigor Marine Group
New York
It has shipyards in Seattle, Portland, Vancouver, San Diego and Norfolk
In 2025, Moroccan ports handled a record traffic of 262.6 million tons of goods (+8.9%)
Rabat
Transhipment equal to 50.5% of the total
Yang Ming deploys first of five 15,500 TEU dual-fuel LNG vessels on Asia-Mediterranean route
Keelung
It will be used in the MD2 service
Study highlights challenges for LNG containerships in complying with future cold ironing connection requirements
Berlin/Hamburg
Fincantieri and Wsense reach agreement to offer cutting-edge underwater systems
Trieste
Co-development of advanced wireless technology solutions planned
Study finds high levels of persistent organic pollutants caused by shipbreaking activities
Brussels
Port of Livorno: tender for ship-generated waste management begins
Livorno
The expected value of the contract is over 40 million euros
DSV revenue and profits impacted by Schenker acquisition
Copenhagen
In 2025, turnover grew by +48.0%
Wärtsilä reports significant growth in quarterly and annual results for the Marine segment
Helsinki
The Finnish group's new orders acquired in 2025 remain stable.
Dutch company Portwise has been bought by its compatriot Haskoning
Rijswijk
The company offers solutions for optimizing terminal operations through automation and electrification
Construction of the first of six container ships for Italia Marittima has begun in China.
Trieste
The ships, which will be able to use traditional fuel and methanol, will have a capacity of 2,400 TEUs
In the Strait of Hormuz, armed vessels ordered a US tanker to stop
Southampton/London
GTS announces new rail services between the port of Genoa and central and southern Italy.
Bari
Connections via the Segrate Milan terminal
The number of dual-fuel vessels employed by liner shipping lines is set to double by 2025
Washington
Currently, 74% of the order book consists of units of this type
Kuehne+Nagel expands CargoCity South at Frankfurt Airport
Schindellegi
A new facility will be completed and taken over at the end of 2028
AD Ports signs agreement to build and operate multipurpose terminal at Matadi Port
Abu Dhabi/Kinshasa
Relaunch of the Banana Deepwater Port Construction Project
Confitarma: The Revenue Agency's position risks having serious repercussions on Italian seafarers' employment.
Rome
Bucchioni appointed pro tempore president of the Association of Freight Forwarders of the Port of La Spezia
La Spezia
The tender for the development of the shipbuilding hub in the port of Ancona has begun.
Ancona
The AdSP Management Committee has approved the call for tenders
ONE's quarterly financial performance declines further
Singapore
The volume of containerized cargo transported by the fleet remains stable
Laura DiBella's nomination for FMC presidency has been signed.
Washington
His term will expire on June 30, 2028.
Port of Singapore saw record bunker deliveries in 2025
Singapore
PSA-MOL joint venture to manage a new ro-ro terminal
The port of Taranto was visited by a delegation from the Japanese FLOWRA
Taranto
The association brings together 21 of the main Japanese energy players
ABB's new orders in a quarter exceed $10 billion for the first time.
Zurich
Growing demand in the maritime, port and railway sectors
In the United States, MSC was fined a total of $22.67 million
Washington
The Federal Maritime Commission has released the results of an investigation
CSC Vespucci and Livorno Reefer will form a single platform dedicated to fruit and vegetable and exotic products in the port of Livorno
Signal Ocean has acquired AXSMarine
Paris/London
The company offers web platforms to support the ship charter sector
Stena RoRo has placed an order for two ro-ro vessels in China with options for four more.
Gothenburg
They were designed in cooperation with the Italian Naos
Shanghai Zhonggu Logistics Co. to Order Four New 6,000-TEU Containerships
Shanghai
The order will include options for two additional vessels
UPS revenues decreased by 2.6% in 2025
In the last quarter alone, a decrease of -3.2% was recorded
ICS has published its periodic analysis of flag state performance
London
Michail Stahlhut will step down as CEO of Hupac in May
Noise
Bertschi: Under his leadership, the company's position as a leading provider of combined road/rail transport in Europe has been strengthened.
Members of the Ravenna Marine Resource Partnership Body have been appointed.
Ravenna
It will meet for the first time on February 4th and will remain in office for four years
Messina (Assarmatori): MIT's decree on cold ironing is a good thing.
Rome
This is a fundamental step - he underlined - to ensure that the electrification of the platforms is actually usable.
Contship has joined the Digital Container Shipping Association's DCSA+ program.
Melzo
Among the goals, improving the efficiency of terminal operations, the accuracy of planning and collaboration with shipping companies.
The Argentine Port Workers' Federation threatens a strike at national ports.
The Silver
Action in support of workers at the port of Concepción del Uruguay
In 2025, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +0.8%
Taranto
In the last quarter alone, a decrease of -22.6% was recorded
Last year, container traffic in the port of Valencia grew by +3.4%
Valencia
5,662,661 TEUs were handled
Fincantieri wins Italian Navy contract to enhance naval vessels' cyber resilience
New facility in Charleston for the production and testing of marine power and propulsion systems
Arlington
It was inaugurated by Leonardo DRS, a subsidiary of the Italian Leonardo
Project to strengthen maritime and port cybersecurity
Brest/Brussels/Rome
The partners are France Cyber Maritime, FEPORT and the Federation of the Sea
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles fell by 10.6% in the last quarter of 2025.
Los Angeles
A decrease of -0.6% was recorded for the whole year
In the first six months of operation InnoWay Trieste produced 170 railway wagons
Trieste
The construction of 600 units is planned in Bagnoli della Rosandra in 2026
Ferretti rejects KKCG Maritime's partial and conditional voluntary takeover bid.
Milan
Strong confidence in the company's long-term strategy reaffirmed
Haropa Port sets new container traffic record
Le Havre
Last year, overall freight traffic increased by +2%
Decio Lucano, the dean of shipping journalists, has passed away.
Genoa
His paper adventures are countless, including "Vita e Mare" and "TMM", but also digital with "DL News"
Marsa Maroc orders 106 electric terminal tractors from Terberg
Benschop
They will be employed in the port of Nador West Med
Contargo acquires 50% of Cargo-Center-Graz Logistik
Mannheim
The German company extends its intermodal network to the Adriatic ports of Koper and Rijeka.
A single binding offer from Dubai for the purchase of the Venice Ro-Port Mos
Venice
The company manages the terminal for the motorways of the sea and cruises in Fusina
The Port of Long Beach handled record container traffic in 2025
Long Beach
In the last quarter, a decrease of -8.8% was recorded
HMM to introduce AI-based autonomous navigation solutions on 40 vessels
Seoul
Contract with Avikus and agreement with KSOE
Two new rail connections to Germany from the Padua Interport
Padua
They are operated by InRail and LTE Italia
Intersea has become the general agent in Italy for the Portuguese GS Lines
Genoa
The shipping company is part of Grupo Sousa
MSC and Qatari company Maha to develop and manage the Libyan port of Misurata
Paris/Misurata
An investment of 1.5 billion dollars is expected
F2i has been awarded the concession for the Lavagna tourist port
Milan
The concession contract will have a duration of 50 years
Eni launches the hull of the Coral North FLNG
Geoje/San Donato Milanese
It will be used offshore Cabo Delgado, north of Mozambique.
Laghezza has acquired a logistics warehouse in Sarzana
La Spezia
The aim is to establish a local hub for local production activities.
The Red Sea Container Terminal at the Egyptian port of Sokhna has been inaugurated.
Sokhna
It is operated by a joint venture of Hutchison Ports, COSCO and CMA Terminals
The GNV Altair ferry has joined the GNV fleet
Genoa
It has a capacity of 2,700 passengers and 915 linear metres of rolling stock.
Maersk confirms resumption of MECL transits through the Suez Canal
Copenhagen
The line connects India and the Middle East with the US East Coast
Ignazio Messina & C. has acquired full control of Thermocar
Genoa
The Genoese company operates in the temperature-controlled refrigerated container logistics sector.
Genco's board of directors rejected Diana Shipping's acquisition proposal.
New York/Athens
The American company, however, leaves a glimmer of hope by admitting the validity of the merger
MSC will include the port of Trieste in the Dragon Italy-USA service
Geneva
The Julian port will be reached starting from the second half of February
De Wave Group has acquired French company DL Services.
Genoa
The company specializes in the design of industrial kitchens and the supply of technical components and spare parts on board
CMA CGM's TUX transatlantic service will call at the port of Salerno
Marseille
The line connects Turkey with the East Coast of the USA
Cruise traffic in the port of Piraeus increased by +9% last year
Piraeus
Approximately 1.85 million passengers moved
New intermodal connections between Northern Italy and Belgium by GTS Rail and CargoBeamer
Bari/Leipzig
Activated on the Padua-Zeebrugge and Liège-Domodossola lines
In 2025, cruise traffic in the port of Genoa grew by +6.5%
Genoa
Ferry passengers down 3.6%
Grimaldi took delivery of the PCTC Grande Manila
Naples
The vessel has a total capacity of 9,241 CEUs.
Expedition cruise ship Exploris One to be auctioned off
Nantes
It has a capacity of 144 passengers and 102 crew members.
SeaCube Container Leasing has acquired Martin Container.
Montvale
The company specializes in the refrigerated container segment
Pisano: The Simplified Logistics Zone has great strategic importance for the port of La Spezia.
La Spezia
RINA and HPC launch project to promote green ports in the Caspian region
Genoa
Five-year contract with the OSCE
Vard to build four Multi-Purpose Robotic Vessels for Ocean Infinity
Trieste
The contract has a total value of over 200 million euros
Hanseatic Global Terminals will become sole owner of Florida International Terminal
Rotterdam
A conference on congestion in the North West logistics system will be held in Genoa on January 19th.
Genoa
It will be held at the Transparency Hall of the Liguria Region
The transportation sector enters a turning point with the adoption of artificial intelligence
Ulm
However, most companies are still in the early stages of this process.
Work completed to widen the access channel to the port of Livorno.
Livorno
The width between the two banks will be increased from 70 to 120 meters
Nexans sets a record for the depth of laying a high-voltage submarine cable on the Tyrrhenian Link
Paris
Installation at -2,150 meters
Funds for Spanish ports to adapt to the use of wind energy and other marine renewable energy sources
Madrid
Program with a total value of 212 million euros
CMD - Costruzioni Motori Diesel returns to wholly Italian ownership
Atella
Giorgio and Mariano Negri have acquired 67% of the capital held by the Chinese Loncin Motor Co.
Intesa Sanpaolo is financing the construction of three PCTCs for Grimaldi Euromed.
Milan
The new ships will be delivered later this year
Medlog acquires Australian intermodal operations of Seaway
Fremantle
The transaction will be completed within the first quarter of this year.
MIT has updated cybersecurity measures for national ships, ports and port facilities
Rome
A circular has been published which, among other things, introduces staff training
V.Group has bought the Danish company Njord
London
The company offers the shipping industry solutions for energy efficiency and decarbonisation
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 conference on congestion in the North West logistics system will be held in Genoa on January 19th.
Genoa
It will be held at the Transparency Hall of the Liguria Region
Spediporto's conference "Take opportunities navigating trade tensions" will be held in Genoa on December 1st and 2nd.
Genoa
It will be held at the Conference Hall of Banca Bper
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Auction of megaterminal in Santos may be postponed due to deadlock within the Federal Government
(A Tribuna)
East Port Said Port faces a new challenge with Europe's carbon rules for shipping
(EnterpriseAM)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Fire aboard the Majestic ferry in the Port of Genoa
Genoa
The flames were extinguished by the intervention of the on-board fire brigade and did not cause any injuries.
COSCO to acquire control of German logistics company Zippel
Hamburg
Agreement to acquire 80% of its capital
Colombo Port Sets New Annual Container Traffic Record
Columbus
Sri Lanka Ports Authority signs agreement with French shipping group CMA CGM
Viasat to exit British company Navarino's capital
London
ICG to support the Tsikopoulos brothers in reinvesting in the company
The Palau government ensures the full operation of the Naval Registry
Koror
Moses (BMT): Services continue to be provided in accordance with international procedures and standards
In the first nine months of 2025, freight transported on the Austrian rail network increased by +1.4%
Vienna
Growth of +4.9% was recorded in the third quarter alone
Saipem wins $425 million offshore contract to develop the Sakarya gas field.
The decree for the distribution of PNRR resources to interports has been signed.
Rome
The disbursement of 1.9 million euros is expected
Messina, a Genoese company, launches a new service to Algeria.
Genoa
The rotation touches the ports of Fos, Genoa, Barcelona, Algiers, Fos
FS Logistix is the first company in Europe to certify its carbon footprint for freight transport.
Rome
The FS group company has obtained ISO 14067 certification
WASS (Fincantieri Group) wins torpedo supply contract for Indian Navy
Trieste
Contract with a total value of over 200 million euros
FHP Intermodal will become operational on January 1st
Milan
FHP Group completes the integration process between its subsidiaries CFI Intermodal and Lotras
The Coral Adventurer cruise ship ran aground in Papua New Guinea.
Port Moresby
No harm to people on board
d'Amico International Shipping orders two new MR1 product tankers from Guangzhou Shipyard International.
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