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July 24, 2014
Sched Netweb site
  • Panicky shippers, fearing labour strife, cause west coast congestion
  • Evergreen re-starts REX 3/ARC 2 Far East-southern Red Sea service
  • India to decide to what trade promises it made in Bali it intends to keep
  • APM Terminals sells high-tech Virginia terminal to investment funds
  • Qingdao container terminal to raise in US$145 million bond sale
  • Investigation into 24-rail CP car derailment in Moose Jaw continues
  • European forwarders' mood undulates as market goes up and down
  • Panalpina profit up 2pc to US$66.5 million, but revenue declines 3pc
  • CN quarterly profit up 18pc to US$788.6 million as sales rise 17pc
  • Matson fined US$9 million and agrees to pay $950,000 to whistleblower
  • Obama uses executive authority to boost infrastructure investment
  • Brazil wins US$7.5 billion in funding for 50-jet order from China
  • Cathay Pacific Services appoints Kelvin Ko CEO of main cargo terminal
  • Airbus orderbook beats Boeing's in contract race at Farnborough fair
  • Regulators halt Air Uganda's Entebbe-Nairobi route, rivals jump in
  • Boston airport to install US$1.65 million new ship detection system
  • Abu Dhabi's Etihad starts twice weekly freighter service to Hanoi

Exim Indiaweb site
JULY 23, 2014
  • CMA CGM reorganises rotations of its ASAF & WAX lines to improve service between Asia & West Africa
  • Indian lines could own foreign flag ships directly
  • IWAI inks MoU to develop NW-5 for cargo movement
  • P. S. Atree & Co. achieves AEO status
  • Post easing of EU sanctions, lines resuming services to Iran
  • Spot rates on Asia-Europe routes in a downswing
  • Trial run for Indo-Bangla coastal shipping in Oct.
  • Gangavaram port may get 5 mtpa LNG project
  • Commissioner of Customs Nhava Sheva flags off FFFAI's INSTC dry run
  • Rlys proposes new PPP model
  • IRGA urges govt to freeze NR import under advance licence
  • Onion exports need not be banned: Ministries
  • RBI simplifies procedure for exporters

Marine Logweb site
JULY 23, 2014
  • Costa Concordia wreck under tow for scrapping
  • Harvey Gulf orders hybrid MPFSV at Eastern Shipbuilding
  • Dropped mooring line brings pollution fine
  • Belco scrubber tested in Maersk containership
  • GE and LR look for gas turbine commercial ship opportunities
  • Saab completes Kockums acquisition
  • MTU 2000 engine passes 360 deg rotation test
  • HHI develops collision avoidance system for ships
  • Schettino parties as Concordia tow away nears

World Wide Shipperweb site
JULY 23, 2014
  • One millionth container for year passes through Port of Tacoma
  • Seattle Port Commission holds job creation meeting
  • Landscape photography exhibit on display at Portland Airport
  • American Trucking Associations releases latest truck tonnage index
  • Mitsui takes delivery of new coal carrier

Lloyd's Listweb site
JULY 23, 2014
  • US sanctions will not hold back Yamal LNG export project, says Novatek
    Russian gas producer confident that work will continue as planned
  • Energy sanctions against Russia are self-defeating
    Why global dependence on Russian gas may outweigh anger over the loss of flight MH17
  • Indonesia's president elect will talk to miners about export restrictions
    Bauxite and raw mineral shipments have collapsed as India and Australia fill the gap
  • Westfal-Larsen pool deal with Saga tackles changing timber and pulp market
    Fleet of 52 ships aligns with rise in larger forestry and paper companies and shift to Asia
  • MOL fixture boosts VLCC market rate
    Vessel will load Middle Eastern cargo on August 3
  • Tsakos vessel discharges first LNG at Indonesia's new FSRU
    Rise in power needs sparks expansion of imports
  • Hapag-Lloyd warns of congestion at US and Canadian ports
    Bottlenecks emerge after a rush to move cargo amid fears of a west coast strike
  • StealthGas looks for commercial edge from adding midsize LPG carriers
    Leading owner of smaller ships wants to offer charterers a more complete package
  • South Carolina savours a rise in container traffic
    Volumes handled climb 8% in the 2014 fiscal year
  • Asian piracy falls, but severity of South China Sea attacks rises
    Singapore's ReCaap notes eight pirate attacks in the South China Sea, up from five in 2013
  • Costa Concordia now under tow
    Vessel due to arrive in Genoa in four days' time
  • Box Ships wins discount for Commerzbank loan repayment
    German bank accepts 70% as it continues its retreat from shipping
  • BHP Billiton reports 20% rise in iron ore production
    Australian miner anticipates 245m tonne output for 2015
  • Shipping expects rise in turnover in 2014
    HSH Nordbank says 43% of players surveyed are expecting higher profits
  • CSD underwrites construction of Yamal LNG trio
    Guarantees of up to $490m for ice-class carriers to built at DSME applies to CSD's joint venture with Japan's MOL
  • Euronav loss does not dampen hopes for resurgent crude tanker freight market
    Expansion-minded owner looks forward to improved results in final quarters

Sea-webweb site
JULY 23, 2014
  • US dredger wins Bahrain contract
    Great Lakes Dredge & Dock (GLDD) has been awarded a $35M dredging contract to support development at Hidd Port in Bahrain. The Oak Brook, Illinois-based dredging company announced on 22 July that the contract, secured with Bahrain's Ministry of Works, is part of a two-phase project to create a 63ha
  • BV and LR tackle LNG bunkering and ships
    International classification societies Bureau Veritas and Lloyd's Register are both heavily involved in promoting the adoption of liquid natural gas (LNG) as ship fuel. Bureau Veritas (BV) has published 'Guidance on LNG Bunkering NI 618a', a comprehensive set of guidelines that have the aim of
  • Italy's cargo ports in flux
    It is all change at ports on Italy's northwest coast, with Hapag-Lloyd abandoning La Spezia, and Genoa said to have been toppled from its position as Italy's leading cargo port. Last week, German container line Hapag-Lloyd announced it was concentrating its cargo services at its core Italian ports
  • Panama first gates moved to new locks
    The Panama Canal expansion project has passed another important milestone with the transfer of the first 3,000-tonne steel gates to the new Atlantic side locks complex. Eight of the 16 rolling gates that will be used for the new locks are already in Panama. The remaining eight will arrive in two
  • Costa Concordia gets under way
    The Costa Concordia began its final voyage from the Italian island of Giglio to the port of Genoa shortly before 09.00 local time today. Final preparations for its departure got under way at 06.00. Salvors waited for the arrival of a final ferry from the mainland at 08.30 before disconnecting the
  • Winning Shipping looks to ship Malaysian bauxite
    Singapore and Qingdao-based Winning Shipping is said to be in the market for a Supramax bulker to load bauxite in Malaysia. The request has piqued the interest of brokers and chartering managers as bauxite shipments have been hard to come by after Indonesia imposed export taxes on the
  • Thailand to improve infrastructure
    Thailand's military government is to develop its rail and road infrastructure as it prepares for ASEAN's economic community next year. "The priority will be on rail transport. This is the difficulty we have faced," said Chula Sukmanop, director-general of the Office of Transport and Traffic Policy
  • Thailand reveals more about port development
    Thailand's military rulers plan to develop its ports and water transport system with specific rather than sweeping measures, a government official told a Bangkok meeting today. No major new infrastructure is planned but there will be a dedicated coastal terminal at the country's gateway port of Laem
  • Business closed in Taiwan as typhoon hits
    Business across Taiwan is closed today as torrential rain and strong winds are forecast across the island after Typhoon Matmo's expected landfall on its east coast early this morning. Shipping services between Green Island, Orchid Island, and Taitung were suspended from Tuesday for three days.
  • Prosecution shifts focus to Sewol owner's family
    South Korean prosecutors have turned their attention to the family of the fugitive owner of the ferry Sewol after the latter's death was confirmed. Yoo Byung Eun, 73, the owner of Chonghaejin Marine, had been wanted for more than two months as prosecutors sought to question him over his alleged
  • Ezion enters sale and purchase agreement with AusGroup
    Singapore-listed offshore service provider, Ezion Holdings Limited (EOL), has entered into a sale and purchase agreement with AusGroup for the disposal of Ezion Offshore Logistics Hub and Teras at an aggregate consideration of SGD55M ($44.3M). EOL's primary business involves the operation of a port
  • HHI develops anti-collision system
    Hyundai HI said today that it has developed an anti-collision system, the Hyundai Intelligent Collision Avoidance Support System (HiCASS) to ensure safe and optimum navigation of vessels. The system searches the optimum sea routes and prevents collisions by automatically detecting potential
  • COSCO shipyards win barge, bulker contracts
    Singapore-listed COSCO Corporation (Singapore) has announced that its shipyards have secured contracts valued at approximately $300M to build one accommodation barge and seven bulk carriers. COSCO (Zhoushan) Shipyard has won contracts from a European company to build one DP3 accommodation barge
  • Cargo ship goes adrift in South China Sea
    A general cargo ship went adrift in South China Sea yesterday, according to the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). Rainbow Joy, owned by Ocean Eleven Shipping Corporation, reported sustaining mechanical or operational failure that disabled the ship. Rainbow Joy was drifting in the South
  • East Sunrise orders 10 platforms
    Hong Kong East Sunrise Group disclosed that it had placed new orders for 10 jack-up offshore platforms at shipyards of the China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation (CSIC). The new orders will cost a total of CNY10Bn ($1.6Bn), with deliveries scheduled within 18 months from the beginning of the
  • Paraxylene lull weighs on chemical tankers
    A quiet period for paraxylene demand is weighing down on the chemical tanker market in northeast Asia. Freight rates for intra-northeast Asia shipments, based on 3,000-tonne parcels, now stand at around $25/tonne, a 12.28% year-on-year decline, according to chemical tanker brokerage SPI Marine. IHS

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JULY 23, 2014
  • Military exercises threaten China's air cargo recovery
    The recent recovery in China's air cargo exports could stall this month as flight cancellations and lengthy delays hit airports across China's eastern seaboard where suspected military drills are wreaking havoc on commercial air space that is already in short supply. Hundreds of flights have been canceled since Monday, and state...
  • Stifel: Forwarding growth reined in by overcapacity
    Chronic overcapacity in air and ocean container markets presents a long-term obstacle to profitability of forwarders, which achieve better results when rates are higher, according to Stifel. In a report released today, Stifel said overcapacity in both ocean container and air freight markets will hurt freight forwarders in the long run....
  • Drivers sue US agency over truck driver safety info
    Six members of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association filed a class-action suit in accusing the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration of unlawfully disseminating reports of driver safety records to potential employers. The FMCSA's Pre-Employment Screening Program compiles records that include a commercial vehicle driver's five-year crash and three-year inspection history. The lawsuit,...
  • Route clear for US Senate vote on short-term highway bill
    WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Senate will vote this week on a House bill that would pump $10.9 billion into the dwindling Highway Trust Fund, keeping funding for road and bridge projects flowing to states until next May. At the same time, the Senate will consider four amendments to the...
  • INTTRA to focus on digital strategy under new CEO
    John F. Fay, new CEO of INTTRA.INTTRA has hiredJohn F. Fay as CEO, effective immediately, in line with the e-commerce shipping network's new digital strategy. Fay replaces Ken Bloom, who announced his departure from INTTRA in March 2014. Bloom had been INTTRA's CEO since its founding by six container lines in 2000. Fay most...
  • Imports drive Barcelona's container growth
    The Port of Barcelona handled 886,000 20-foot-equivalent units during the first half of 2014, up 7 percent from the same period last year as imports showed a significant improvement. The port, which is positioning itself as the gateway to southern Europe for goods imported from Asia, handled 214,110 import containers during...
  • Drewry trans-Pacific benchmark loses ground before planned August rate hike
    The Drewry benchmark spot rate from Hong Kong to Los Angeles dropped $100 this week to $1,800 per FEU. Full-size chart With another week left before carriers in the trans-Pacific lanes attempt a general rate increase of $600 per 40-foot container, spot rates from Asia to the U.S. West Coast dropped once...
  • ATA urges US Senate to shorten highway bill 'patch' and go long on infrastructure
    WASHINGTON, D.C. - The American Trucking Associations is urging the U.S. Senate to pass a shorter "short-term patch" to the Highway Trust Fund than that approved by the House of Representatives earlier this month and then quickly move to finding a long-term funding solution. The House approved legislation earlier this month...
  • Big ships boost container volume at Kaohsiung port
    Taiwan's largest port, Kaohsiung, boasted its second-highest throughput on record in June as larger vessels called at the port and island trade showed strong growth. Kaohsiung handled 914,000 20-foot-equivalent-unit containers last month, a year-over-year increase of 17 percent, according to the Taiwan International Port Corp., a government body that runs the...
  • Tied in knots
    Virtually everyone with a stake in container shipping is focusing on two main issues these days: the West Coast longshore contract negotiations and what's next now that the P3 mega-alliance is dead. Regarding the first issue, shippers are breathing a sigh of relief because there haven't been any major disruptions at...
  • IMF frets over German banks' toxic container ship loans
    German banks' toxic shipping loans are a matter of concern ahead of the European Central Bank's stress tests, the International Monetary Fund warned. German banks are "generally well positioned," but those with extensive shipping loans "could be a source of further impairments," the IMF said in its latest country report on...
  • Scheduled events could push ILWU talks into August
    The International Longshore and Warehouse Union today completed its two-day caucus in San Francisco, and the union will resume contract negotiations with the Pacific Maritime Association on Wednesday. The caucus of democratically elected union members discussed a number of issues, including progress in the contract negotiations with waterfront employers. ILWU spokesman...
  • Drayage sector warns of strike at Port Metro Vancouver
    The union representing about 400 harbor truck drivers at Port Metro Vancouver has given Canadian officials until July 30 to enforce government-mandated pay rates for drivers, or face another possible trucker strike at Canada's largest port. "We will reconvene next Wednesday. We expect time frames," said Gavin McGarrigle, director of the...
  • Rising demand has Asia's air cargo sector on a high
    The air freight market out of Asia is taking off, with solid figures reported by terminals, carriers, forwarders and the semiconductor industry, which plays a significant role in driving air cargo growth. Shanghai Pudong International Airport Cargo Terminal Ltd. reported record-setting numbers with international cargo volume up 15 percent in the...

TradeWindsweb site
JULY 23, 2014
  • Costamare beats bets
    Costamare reported a drop in second-quarter earnings that was less severe than analysts expected.
  • Concordia's final voyage
    The wreck of the Costa Concordia has begun its last voyage, as salvors tow the cruiseship to Genoa for shipbreaking.
  • Euronav shrinks loss
    Euronav trimmed its losses in the second quarter as it revealed a rising rate spot environment for VLCCs and suezmaxes.
  • MSC sued
    Two Californian companies have sued Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) over a shipment of allegedly rotten fruit.
  • GulfMark estimates dip
    Iberia Capital Partners has slashed its earnings forecasts for GulfMark Offshore as an analyst expressed concerns about the future of the North Sea market.
  • Nigeria eyes tanker move
    Nigeria is inviting domestic owners to form a new national tanker company for crude exports.
  • Nakilat JV nets $110m deals
    Nakilat-Keppel Offshore & Marine has secured contracts worth $110m, it announced today.
  • Samudera bounces back
    Singapore-listed owner Samudera Shipping Line has said it will sell more ships after it returned to profit in the second quarter.
  • Broker merger approved
    The merger of London brokers Braemar Shipping Services and ACM Shipping has been sanctioned by the UK high court of justice.
  • Israel calls pulled
    Two more cruise lines have halted calls in Israel as violence in Gaza continues.
  • NSB under fire
    The UK's RMT union has warned of a "race to the bottom" after Germany's NSB threatened to bring in cheaper crews.
  • BMZ snaps up tanker
    A Turkish company run by prime minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan's son has paid a reported $35m for a new products tanker.
  • Stifel sounds MLP support
    Stifel has backed more shipowners to complete MLP spin-offs as it tweaked earnings estimates for some existing companies in the peer group.
  • CSDC backs Yamal orders
    China Shipping Development Co (CSDC) has guaranteed orders for three LNG carriers signed for at DSME by its joint venture with Japan's MOL.
  • Second half hope
    Vard set for an improvement in the back half of 2014 given recent orders, analyst says.
  • Boxship towed
    An Indian boxship is heading back to a repair yard after its engine failed.
  • Trial runs prepared
    India and Bangladesh are to start trial runs for a new coastal service in October.
  • Substitute needed
    Condor Ferries is seeking a replacement vessel after a ro-pax grounded off the UK.
  • Mitsubishi plans terminal
    Mitsubishi Corp says it is entering Australia's diesel market by building a AUD 110m ($104m) gas oil import terminal.
  • RIG files MLP IPO
    Transocean has filed a registration statement for an IPO in the US for shares in its master limited partnership (MLP) Transocean Partners.
  • Bauxite imports surge
    China saw imports of bauxite jump nearly 40% last month, but the figure was still well down on pre-Indonesian ban highs.

American Shipperweb site
JULY 23, 2014
  • DOT proposes new tank-car standards
    Senator Patty Murray, D-Wash., said the proposed rules are "a step in the right direction," but added that regulators and industry officials are not done working "to ensure that crude oil can be transported safely by rail."
  • Railroads reap second-quarter profits
  • Truck tonnage off slightly in June
  • Delta Q2 cargo revenue down 1%
  • Dachser completes acquisition of Korean JV
    "We plan to pursue the targeted expansion of our activities in the Korean market and leverage the close logistical connection to Greater China, the U.S. and Europe for our customers," Dachser Korea's managing director, Roman Muller, said.
  • Port Canaveral pier damaged in accident
    The damage, which is expected to take three months to repair, will not slow cargo operations, but may require ships to be moved to alternative berths, according to port officials. Larger biodiesel tankers that use the pier will require help.
  • Report: Crowley in talks to buy Horizon Puerto Rico operations
  • Service to Iranian ports resuming
  • ATA backs short extension of highway bill
    The Senate bill being debated would provide 10 months of funding, through next May, for the Highway Trust Fund, from various new revenue sources and budgetary maneuvering. The House last week approved a similar measure.
  • Executive moves

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JULY 23, 2014
  • Firms to conduct study of gas turbines for ships
    Aim is to get technology approved for commercial use, says GE Marine.
  • Global bunker broker looking for new hires
    'Glander International Bunkering is looking for experienced bunker trader and broker professionals.'
  • Prices send mixed signals across Europe
    Five vessels waiting to bunker at Gibraltar.
  • Fujairah prices lack direction
    Prices generally firm in South Africa.
  • 'Start date uncertain' for Durban port project
    Plans to quadruple container handling capacity have faced opposition.
  • European port opts for 'cold-ironing'
    Hamburg Port Authority hopes cruise terminal will be supplying shore-side electricity in less than a year.
  • Matson settles fuel surcharge case
    Out of court payment no admission of guilt.
  • New storage terminal for Australia
    Australian venture a response to rising demand for oil product imports.
  • Fuel oil exports fall
    Russian refinery damaged by fire could be back on line next month.
  • Asian prices spiralling down
    Mixed demand seen in Singapore, Hong Kong.
  • Bunkering disrupted at Argentinean ports
    Action by tugboat operators hits bunkering operations.
  • Chinese bunker supplier to extend market reach
    Firm planning to expand distribution network beyond China.
  • Offshore firm places new vessel order
    Vessel designer claims improved diesel fuel efficiency with newbuilding.

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