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BRIEFS
June 24, 2014
Sched Netweb site
  • Seattle to close one of five box shops as port utilisation falls to 40pc
  • MOL cuts Vietnam-US east coast transit time by 5-7 days - via Suez
  • New Ever Lissome sets sail from Asia for US east coast - via Suez
  • Zim restructuring upset when State of Israel retains its golden share
  • Consensus emerges that P3 exceeded regulators' market share limits
  • New US truck 2015 eco standards reportedly will reduce fuel costs
  • Damco delivers just-in-time service for Esquel shirt manufacturers
  • General Motors signs Yusen Logistics for Russian inbound deliveries
  • Hamburg reefer unit provides 40,000 pallet spaces of cold storage
  • Nigerian pirate protection harder because armed guards now illegal
  • Long Beach approves in principle conditional eco-cargo incentives
  • APM Terminals boosts rail capacity 50pc at Port of Gothenberg
  • Norbert Dentressangle launches Hong Kong-Paris air freight service
  • Police ask if a gunman entered Bangalore airport - or was it a hoax?
  • US Army, Air Force stage air cargo drill to test emergency response

Exim Indiaweb site
JUNE 23, 2014
  • 40-ft high cubes seen dominating container equipment market
  • CMA CGM's general rate restoration from all Asian ports to all Northern European ports
  • COSCO announces rate restoration for Far East to Persian Gulf trade
  • DB Schenker intensifies presence in Africa
  • FEI Cargo felicitates Santosh Trophy-winning Mizo football team at ICE Awards
  • Five new quay cranes arrive at DP World's new Jebel Ali terminal
  • IMB warns of new threat to small tankers in South-East Asia
  • Indev Logistics opts for Logi-Sys to centralise pan-India operations
  • NYK cautions against solicitations in its name
  • ZIM to streamline Inter-America services
  • Indo-Oz trade declines by 13.9 pc in 2013
  • Solar modules exports surge by 152 pc in 2013-14
  • Passenger Assn asks MbPT to improve facilities at Ferry Wharf
  • Port of Amsterdam's Vision 2030 aims at creating value for people & their environment
  • PSA International wins recognition as best global container terminal operating company at AFSCA
  • Postal dept launches logistics service down south
  • EIL wins contract in Nigeria
  • INR remains weak against dollar
  • ISSDA wants duty on stainless steel hiked
  • UK to assist India in getting EU mango import ban lifted
  • Union Budget 2014-15 on July 10

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Russian Railways augments infrastructure and fleet
  • UP expands Wisconsin's rail infrastructure
  • New human resources boss at Panalpina
  • DHL to transport Airbus parts
  • Regulations for identifying hazmat on the move
  • Port of Gdansk expanding strongly
  • FPS New Zealand wins MPI accreditation
  • Director selected for new Baltic Sea market team
  • Kuenz to provide 22 additional ARMGs to MV 2
  • EUR 18 million for Vlora motorway bypass
  • Volga-Dnepr uses special aircraft ramp extension
  • Geldbündel an Bord
  • Port of San Francisco to upgrade rail tracks
  • CPSL handling Air Asia's cargo in Hong Kong

Marine Logweb site
JUNE 23, 2014
  • Latest addition to McAllister fleet is JonRie equipped
  • GAO releases OPC bid protest decision
  • American P&I Club strengthens its capabilities in Asia
  • Chemical tanker has MAN Diesel & Turbo propulsion package
  • Nam Cheong books AWB order
  • NAO firms up PSV duo order at Vard
  • Ten Scorpio bulkers to have MacRack equipped hatch covers
  • Doosan delivers ME-GI engine for LNG-fueled TOTE newbuild
  • Ingalls authenticates keel of LHA 7

World Wide Shipperweb site
JUNE 23, 2014
  • Second new air freighter calling Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
  • Department of Transportation releases University Transportation Center grants
  • Bellinghamn Waterfront District location opened for viewing fireworks display
  • Portland Airport advisory board sets public meeting for June 25
  • New Evergreen L-type vessel departing on maiden voyage

Lloyd's Listweb site
JUNE 23, 2014
  • Noatum seeking $7.2m from Valencia port authority
    Terminal operator pursues compensation for broken volume guarantees
  • Georgia Ports Authority appoints Walters as new chairman
    Vice-chairman succeeds Robert Jepson as GPA reports record volumes
  • Saudi Arabia pushes ahead with monster tanker shipping merger
    Merger of Bahri and Vela closer to reality as shareholders approve
  • Israel's finance ministry will retain Zim golden share
    Stock exchange filing reveals Zim has held advanced strategic partnership talks with two shipping lines
  • Blue Wall buys handysize resale for $22.6m
    Imabari newbuilding, for delivery in September, will lift fleet to eight ships
  • Wallem mulls exit from Nanjing Tanker joint venture
    Mizuho Corporate Bank becomes first creditor to sell off loans
  • Two heads are better than one at DHT
    A game of doubles at tanker firm as Harfjeld and Munthe become joint chief executives
  • More consolidation ahead, but maybe not much
    Marine Money Week participants see private equity as pressing for mergers and acquisitions
  • Taiwan CPC books two 40,000 dwt product carriers
    Deal with CSBC done at $86m
  • K Line books two more car carriers
    Japanese carrier now has 10 7,500 ceu ships on its orderbook
  • China Shipping Development takes 20% in tanker compatriot at auction
    State carrier reinforces its market position in domestic crude shipping - and at floor price
  • China's government watchdog lashes out at China Shipping Group
    National Audit Office slams standards, financial management and corporate practice
  • Gulf Marine Management lands two-year VLCC charter
    Owner secures respectable earnings for Chloe rather than risk spot market
  • P3 carriers could set up joint network on Pacific and Atlantic
    Lines could still look to two of the three trade lanes that were to be covered by P3, says Drewry
  • Nordic American Offshore orders two platform supply vessels for $43m each
    Vessels suited to North Sea and cold climates
  • Consolidation still needed despite P3 setback
    David Appleton predicts more looseknit alliances
  • Plans for $10bn Queensland coal terminal put on hold
    Adani and Brookfield backed Dudgeon Port terminals near Hay Point and Dalrymple Bay

Sea-webweb site
JUNE 23, 2014
  • DHL lands major transactlantic cargo contract
    DHL Global Forwarding, the world's second-largest ocean freight forwarder, has clinched a major contract of affreightment with aircraft manufacturer Airbus. The logistics group will be providing intermodal door-to-door freight for aircraft parts and modules totalling 80,000 tons for A319, A320, and
  • Fujian Mawei secures Sinopec PSV
    Chinese shipyard Fujian Mawei Shipbuilding has secured another order for a Platform Supply Vessel (PSV) from returning compatriot owner Shanghai Offshore Oil Bureau, the offshore unit of SINOPEC. The 3,900dwt Havyard 832 L SE designed vessel will have an overall length of 84.5m, beam 17.6m and depth
  • NAO firms Vard PSV pair
    Nordic American Offshore (NAO) has today announced a firm agreement to order two Platform Supply Vessels (PSVs) from Norwegian shipbuilder Vard Aukra. The two new 4,000dwt VARD 1 08 designed PSVs will have their hulls built by Vard Braila in Romania, and will be completed by Vard Aukra with delivery
  • Chinese ship breakers' purchase drop in Jan-May
    The purchase of old vessels by Chinese shipbreakers dropped 0.6% year-on-year to 955,000 tonnes, equivalent of about 4.2Mdwt, in the first five months of 2014, according to the China National Shiprecycling Association. During the period, domestic old vessels bought by the breakers totalled 457,000
  • China, Greece ink more than $4Bn in maritime deals
    Chinese banks signed contracts worth more than $4Bn with Greece's shipping sector during the visit of Chinese prime minister Li Keqiang to Athens last week. China Development Bank (CDB) signed a $1.5Bn deal with Greece's Costamare on imminent orders of five giant container ships (over 10,000teu) at
  • Nam Cheong wins $84M order
    Singapore-listed Nam Cheong has won an order for two accommodation work barges (AWB) worth approximately $84M to Perdana Petroleum. The contract has also included the option for the Malaysia Bursa-listed Perdana to purchase two additional AWBs from Nam Cheong after their delivery. Surya Hidayat,
  • Chonghaejin staff plead 'not guilty'
    Five employees of Chonghaejin Marine have pleaded "not guilty" to charges of professional negligence relating to the Sewol disaster. The trial began on 20 June. Chonghaejin Marine is the owner of the Sewol, which capsized on 16 April, killing an estimated 304 of 476 passengers and crew. At the
  • 'K' Line books two more PCTCs
    Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha ('K' Line) said today it has ordered another two pure car-and-truck carriers at Shin Kurishima Dockyard, taking the total number of such vessels it has on order to 10. Japan's third biggest shipping company, led by Jiro Asakura, had ordered eight such vessels at the same
  • Arms trafficking worries Indian Ocean islands
    Increasing numbers of illegal firearms are being shipped into Mauritius, reports from the Indian Ocean republic indicate. Le Défi newspaper quoted a local criminal as saying, "It's very easy to get weapons." The man said that weapons were mostly smuggled from overseas through the port. In the same
  • JACC still hopes to find MH370
    Australia's Joint Agency Coordination Centre (JACC) charged with leading the search for the missing passenger airline MH370 still hopes the wreckage can be located. In response to concerns raised last week that the plane may be lost forever, JACC said it had not given up. "Although we have always
  • Nigerian authorities turn up heat on 'useless' lifejackets
    Lives are being lost needlessly on Nigeria's waterways because ferry operators are using substandard lifejackets, maritime and standards organisations have found. Since the New Year, Lagos State Waterways Agency and the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) have between them seized and burned
  • Deadly attacks spark Lamu port fears
    The prospects for Kenya's huge Lamu port project have been called into question after last week's deadly attacks on Mpeketoni, for which Islamist group al-Shabaab reportedly claimed responsibility. The town is 54km from Lamu Island, which itself is just 110km from the Somali border. China
  • Japan yard orders down by almost half in May
    Japanese shipbuilders saw their order wins down by nearly 50% in May, amid concerns that the recovery from the high yen may be tapering off. Figures from the Japan Ship Exporters Association show its members clinched 14 export orders totaling 454,140gt, compared to 29 export orders of 953,900gt in
  • Nigerian vessel capsizes after militia attack
    About 100 people died when an unidentified vessel capsized on the River Benue near Ibi, Taraba State, east-central Nigeria. Gunmen, believed to be members of the Christian Tarok militia from neighbouring Plateau State, attacked and burned the Muslim village of Dampar on Tuesday night. Villagers
  • Sinking Somali ship revives Shifco mystery
    The Somali consul in Yemen last week visited four Somali ships stranded in the Yemeni port of Aden. The visit was prompted by concerns over the condition of 1982-built Cusmaan Geedi Raage, which is taking on water and in danger of sinking. All four vessels are reported to be in the custody of the

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JUNE 23, 2014
  • A P3 revival? Never say never, maritime expert says
    NAPLES, Fla. - The final chapter on the P3 Network, the proposed mega-alliance among the world's three largest ocean carriers that Chinese regulators rejected last week, may not have been written, a former container shipping executive said today. "Maybe one day, the P3 will become the P4," Capt. Chaim Shacham, a...
  • Kongsberg to develop new e-navigation infrastructure
    Kongsberg Norcontrol IT will lead a new three-year research project, SESAME Straits, that it hopes will improve ship traffic management in the straits of Malacca and Singapore and lay groundwork for the International Maritime Organization's e-navigation implementation strategy. SESAME Straits, which stands for "Secure, Efficient and Safe maritime traffic Management in...
  • TSA carriers push back recommended surcharge
    Members of the Transpacific Stabilization Agreement are pushing back the date of a planned peak-season surcharge to coincide with the end of certain market rates on June 30. The recommended date of the surcharge, which was initially planned for June 15, was pushed back to July 1 today. TSA members hope the...
  • APM Terminals orders more automated gantries for Maasvlakte
    APM Terminals has exercised an option for 22 automated rail-mounted gantry cranes for its new Rotterdam container terminal, which is scheduled to open in November. The Maersk Group's port arm said the contract with Austria-based crane manufacturer Hans Kuenz and ABB of Sweden, which takes the total order to 48 automated...
  • New Penn's Gast moves to Wilson Trucking
    When opportunity knocked for Steve Gast, he answered. The former president of New Penn Motor Express is now president and COO of Wilson Trucking in Fishersville, Virginia. "It was a unique opportunity, a third-generation family-owned company seeking outside management," Gast said in an interview at the SMC3 Connections 2014 conference. That's a...
  • Bunker prices continue spotty streak
    The price per metric ton for high-sulfur bunker fuel rose less than 2 percent this week, while low-sulfur spot prices per metric ton decreased about 1 percent. Full-size chart Spot prices for high- and low-sulfur bunker fuel continued to fluctuate this week, after several weeks of marginal losses and gains. The price per...
  • Virginia beats the clock with Navis N4 terminal operating system
    The Port of Virginia has launched its Navis N4 terminal operating system at Norfolk International Terminals two weeks ahead of the scheduled July 4 start date. The Navis N4 system at NIT is being introduced in parallel with other improvements, including the phase-in of an appointment system aimed at smoothing peaks...
  • Canadian truckers slam US plan to double border fees
    U.S. imports by truck from Canada were up 1.6 percent in value year-over-year in the first three months of 2014. Full-size chart Canadian truck drivers are bristling at a U.S. proposal to more than double the fees they pay to authorities at the border. Canadian truck drivers would see their annual transponder fees...
  • Former INTTRA CEO: Carrier business model is broken
    After 13 years of working closely with container lines to develop their electronic cargo booking and tracking capabilities through INTTRA, its former CEO Ken Bloom is moving on to solve a different problem: how to change the way the shipping industry operates. "Its business models are dying. We have to change...
  • Enhancing productivity
    Other than last week's stunning collapse of the P3 Network, there's arguably no hotter issue in the container shipping world than port productivity. As mega-container ships replace smaller vessels in major east-west and north-south trades, terminals are struggling to turn the ships around and move containers through their facilities in...
  • Economy stunts productivity gains in Europe
    Europe's top container ports are grappling with an unprecedented coincidence of challenges that threatens to snap vulnerable sections of the continent's overstretched supply chain. Just as terminals across the dominant Le Havre-Hamburg port range were nailing down strategies to cope with a surge in surplus capacity following the opening of two...
  • Los Angeles, Tacoma lead gains in West Coast imports
    In the latest indication that beneficial cargo owners are accelerating shipments ahead of the June 30 expiration of the longshore union contract, containerized imports through the West Coast increased sharply in May. But not all ports are sharing equally in the rally that began with the post-Chinese New Year winter...
  • Why a steady dose of big ships limits Asia productivity gains
    Berth productivity per ship call at Asia's efficient container terminals consistently outranks their U.S. and European counterparts, but a looming challenge is how to avoid lost time at berths as ships take up more space and remain in port longer. Before mega-ships capable of carrying 8,000 to 18,000 20-foot-equivalent units began...
  • New operational methods improving port productivity
    Port productivity data from JOC Group Inc. for 2013 demonstrate that terminal operators around the world are taking quite seriously the challenge they face to service vessels in port as quickly and efficiently as possible in this era of mega-ships. Productivity at many ports and terminals increased in 2013. In fact,...
  • Troubled Thai Airways ousts five board members
    Thai Airways is in "critical" condition, according to a report from Thailand's State Enterprise Policy Office, as the military junta prepares to replace five board members in a management reshuffle of the troubled carrier. At a board meeting late last week, the resignations of former Chairman Ampon Kittiampon, General Adul Saengsingkaew,...

TradeWindsweb site
JUNE 23, 2014
  • Safe to rake in $70m
    Safe Bulkers will generate gross proceeds of at least $70m from its latest capital markets cash drive, the company said.
  • Excel sells bulker, again
    US-controlled Excel Maritime Carriers has reportedly sold a panamax bulker at a price slightly above demolition value.
  • Coalition seeks US action
    A coalition including shipowners groups, labour unions and even fishing interests has asked a US congressional committee to take action on a bill to clear up the disconnect between two government agencies regulating discharges from ships.
  • Boxed art on CMA ship
    Artists have boarded ships to see the world, but now one will arrange shipping containers on a boxship so the world can see his art.
  • Safe Bulkers goes again
    The New York-listed owner said it will offer redeemable preferred shares to the public, with underwriters having an option for extra stock.
  • Martinac on the edge
    JM Martinac Shipbuilding has less than a month to secure its future.
  • Bergen stretches loan
    Norwegian shipbuilder Bergen has won another six months to repay a loan of NOK 150m ($24.5m).
  • DHT doubles up
    New York-listed DHT Holdings has revealed the company will be run by joint CEOs.
  • Duke adds one
    India's Duke Offshore has acquired a fast crew/patrol vessel for its oilfield operations.
  • Omega builds NAO stake
    The Leon Cooperman-controlled Omega fund has amassed a 21.8% stake in Nordic American Offshore (NAO).
  • UND prepares bid
    US private equity fund KKR is to take a big hit on the Turkish ro-ro company it bought in 2007.
  • Heroin tanker busted
    A Greek shipowner and crew from a products tanker have been arrested after what authorities called the biggest heroin haul in Europe.
  • NAO confirms PSV duo
    Start-up Nordic American Offshore (NAO) has firmed up its order for two platform supply vessels (PSVs) at Vard.
  • Nigeria aids piracy fight
    Nigeria has promised $150,000 to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to aid its campaign against piracy.
  • CSBC inks double
    Taiwanese shipyard group CSBC has clinched a products tanker order from domestic oil company CPC.
  • K Line back for more
    K Line has increased its car carrier newbuilding tally to ten ships with orders for another pair of vessels.
  • Bahri banks $848m
    Saudi owner Bahri has fixed SAR 3.18bn ($848m) of bridging financing to complete its merger with Saudi Aramco tanker arm Vela International.
  • Pertamina tightens up
    Indonesia state energy company Pertamina is amending charter contracts to beef up security measures after oil thefts.
  • Sinopec orders PSV
    China's Sinopec has picked Fujian Mawei to build another Havyard-designed supply ship newbuiding.
  • Nam Cheong books two
    Nam Cheong has sold two accommodation work barges to repeat customer Perdana Petroleum Behard in a deal worth $84m.
  • Tanker stocks rally
    Shares in some of the largest US-listed tanker owners surged Friday as a flurry of VLCC fixtures boosted market confidence.
  • TNK files shelf
    Teekay Tankers is looking to raise fresh funds according to a financial disclosure to US regulatory authorities.

American Shipperweb site
JUNE 23, 2014
  • TSA delays peak season surcharge until July 1
  • INTTRA CEO Bloom joining executive search firm
  • Senator calls for proper emergency training for rail oil spills
    Sen. Heidi Heitkamp is tasking the Federal Emergency Management Agency with finding out how to properly prepare local first responders in the case of crude oil derailments.
  • Port of Los Angeles approves plan by APMT to raise cranes
    APM will fund the $35 million in improvements, which will raise the cranes 32 feet and extend the boom reach by 10 feet. Work is expected to begin this fall and be completed in 2016.
  • DHL to ship Airbus parts to Ala. facility
  • Study: Higher charges could erode West Coast cargo share
    The PMA has released a study that cautions, "Should terminal charges at the West Coast ports increase as the result of the contract negotiations ... the competitive logistics position of the West Coast ports will be eroded."
  • Morgan crash is wrinkle in HOS debate
  • 'K' Line adds to ro/ro vessel order
  • Scuttling P3 could postpone container industry recovery
    Drewry said the decision to block the P3 Network "will probably postpone the stabilization of the over-supplied and unprofitable carrier industry, but the further development of mega-alliances will not stop here."
  • Port of Virginia upgrades terminal operating system
    Virginia International Terminals and Navis spent two years planning and installing the new system, which went live ahead of its July 4 service date, the Port of Virginia said Friday.
  • Senators' gas tax idea faces difficult road
  • Georgia ports had record volume in May

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JUNE 23, 2014
  • Whitaker Tankers keen on LNG use
    Firm keen to be involved in its development as marine fuel.
  • Bunker markets firming under pressure from crude
    The Bunkerworld Index has climbed to its highest level for almost four months.
  • Outlook in bunker markets mixed across Europe
    Suppliers entertained different views of market direction.
  • MAN Diesel's first ME-GI unit delivered in US
    Engine to power TOTE box ship.
  • Prices struggle to find clear direction in Fujairah
    Good avails in Middle East hub.
  • New wave of optimism as tank farms opens
    Hambantota has 'huge potential' as a player in the regional bunker market.
  • Finland's tough compliance stance finds favour
    Internet poll samples views in ECA compliance debate.
  • Bow modifications make 'vessels more attractive for charter'
    'The target is to save fuel because of excessive fuel oil prices.'
  • OW Bunker strikes deal on arrested ship
    Vessel released last week by the Gujarat High Court.
  • Asian prices spiralling up
    Supplies were stable across key regional hubs.
  • Bunker barge operators call off strike
    Deliveries returning to normal in Yeosu.
  • New Global Sales Director at OW Bunker
    Firm has hired a veteran who has more than 25 years of industry experience.
  • Company orders fuel efficient tonnage
    Orders reflect move to fuel efficiency and fleet flexibility.
  • New compliance guide issued for MARPOL Annex I
    Guide follows two high-profile prosecutions which resulted in bill of $11.5 million.
  • P3 collapse to fuel 'eco' buys
    'Aggressive investment' the only way to go, says analyst.
  • University mulls bunkering course
    Conference hears call to train future employees of Russian bunkering industry.
  • Bunkering facility opens in Hambantota
    Facility inaugurated on Sunday by Sri Lankan president.

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