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BRIEFS

November 21, 2014

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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...

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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.

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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

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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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PORTS

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

Paris

It will become operational in 2027

COMPETITION

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

Rome

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

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation

PORTS

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

Rome

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

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

PORTS

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

Taranto

Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

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

LOGISTICS

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

Hedehusene

Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.

TRUCKING

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

Milan

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

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

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

PORTS

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

Antwerp

In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased

PORTS

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

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

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

SHIPPING

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

CRUISES

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

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

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

London/Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

LEGISLATION

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

Rome

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

PORTS

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

Los Angeles

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

SHIPPING

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

Seoul

The ships will be delivered by April 2029

PORTS

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

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

PIRACY

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

Kuala Lumpur

The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk

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

PORTS

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

La Spezia

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

ACCIDENTS

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

Batam

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

TRADE

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

Beijing

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

PORTS

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

Singapore

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

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference

LEGISLATION

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

Washington

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

SHIPPING

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

Oslo

From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton

TRADE

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

Washington

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

PORTS

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

Livorno

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

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

SHIPPING

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

Beijing

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

PORTS

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

Ankara

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

SHIPPING

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

Taipei/Keelung

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

SHIPPING

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

Brussels

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

Naples

Cruise passengers on the rise

PORTS

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

Washington

National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Madrid

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

SHIPPING

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

Haifa

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

INDUSTRY

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

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Santiago

An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%

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

SHIPPING

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

Cairo/Ismailia

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

PORTS

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

Naples/Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

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

PORTS

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

Ravenna

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

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

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

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

Los Angeles

Invitation to submit expressions of interest

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

PORTS

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

Geneva

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

SHIPPING

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

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

PORTS

Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054

Genoa

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

FREIGHT TERMINALS

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

Padua

PORTS

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

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

Hamburg

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

SHIPPING

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

Beijing

The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures

ACCIDENTS

New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden

Southampton

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

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

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

CRUISES

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

Hannover/Trieste

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

PORTS

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

Palermo

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

SHIPPING

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

Seoul

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

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

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

PORTS

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

Bremen

Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.

CRUISES

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

Catania

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

PORTS

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

Barcelona/Algeciras

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

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

Rome

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

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

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

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

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

SHIPPING

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

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Vado Ligure

Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata

SHIPPING

Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement

Naples

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

PORTS

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

Gioia Tauro

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

PORTS

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

La Spezia

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

PORTS

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

Istanbul

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

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

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

Valencia

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

PORTS

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

Long Beach

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPPING

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

Izmir

It will be held on a weekly basis

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

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

MARITIME SERVICES

Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome/Trieste

Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement

TAXES

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

Rome

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

COMPANIES

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

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

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

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

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

SHIPYARDS

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

Ismailia

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

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

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

PORTS

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

Hong Kong

A 16.3% drop was recorded in September

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

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

Trondheim/Brest

Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest

SHIPPING

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

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

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

Brussels

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

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

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

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

Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

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

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

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

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPYARDS

The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo

Palermo

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

SHIPPING

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

Hong Kong

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

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

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

OFFSHORE

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

Palermo

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

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

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

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

Taranto

Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas

ACCIDENTS

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

Amsterdam/London

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

PORTS

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

Rome

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

EDUCATION

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

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

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

Nola

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

SHIPPING

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

Vado Ligure

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

FINANCING

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

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

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

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

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

Gioia Tauro

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

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

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

PORTS

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

Livorno

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

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

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

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

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

Rome

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

SHIPPING

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

Athens

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

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

Rozzano

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

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

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

PORTS

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

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

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

Valencia

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

PORTS

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

Pozzallo

It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm

CRUISES

Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises

Monfalcone

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

MEETINGS

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

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

PORTS

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

Rome

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

EDUCATION

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

Genoa

The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed

LOGISTICS

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Rome

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

LOGISTICS

Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena

Mesero

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

OFFSHORE

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

San Donato Milanese

The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023

SHIPPING

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

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

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

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

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

Naples

Serious irregularities found on board

PORTS

Italian Ports:

Ancona

Genoa

Ravenna

Augusta

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

MEETINGS

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

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

MEETINGS

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

Lugano

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

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

(The Business Standard)

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

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

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

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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

Villorba

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

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

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

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

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

Venice

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

SHIPPING

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

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

The Eagle

The sale will be completed in the next few days

MEETINGS

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

Lugano

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

OFFSHORE

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

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

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

Ferrara

The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities

PORTS

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

London

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

PORTS

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

Taranto

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

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