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November 26, 2014
Sched Netweb site
  • CMA CGM net profit up 187pc on one-off gains as EBIT slips 9pc
  • More lines re-apply WC congestion fee, PMA fumes, ILWU dawdles
  • Belgian transport Monday strikes bring Antwerp, Zeebrugge to a halt
  • Maersk Line hangs on to top spot for schedule reliability
  • US Commerce Department wants anti-dumping duties on Shenzhen boxes
  • Emirates Line restructures its East Africa-Asia Service into two loops
  • Paradox: Socal chassis in short supply, but the so is the number of users
  • Menlo to expand in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand after growth in 2014
  • ATA Truck Tonnage Index up 0.5pc in October, bodes well for fourth quarter
  • Korean university sets goal to design and develop its own 25,000-TEUer
  • BNSF to spend US$6 billion on tracks, engines on Northern Corridor
  • Hi-tech logistics start-ups show established players how it's done
  • Alaska Airlines and US Marines team up to deliver Xmas toys across Alaska
  • SF Express aims to establish European delivery network 'sooner or later'
  • ANA seeks anti-trust immunity for transpac cargo joint venture with UAL

Exim Indiaweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2014
  • BCHAA takes lead in clearing misconceptions of World Bank survey
  • CMA CGM reports record-high volume & strong growth in net income in Q3
  • Drop in bunker prices may not affect vessel speed
  • T. S. Lines vessel makes maiden Pipavav port call as part of CIX service
  • FACT to set up CFS with Apeda's help
  • GMR-led consortium emerges lowest bidder for two phases of eastern dedicated rail corridor
  • Road Transport Ministry to allow easier exit for developers
  • GST Bill likely to get passed in winter session of Parliament, says govt
  • INR erases early loss, remains better against dollar
  • USIIC holds dinner reception for South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley

International Transport Journalweb site
  • DPD augmenting capacity
  • MCT welcomes latest straddle carrier technology
  • Green light for DFC electrification project
  • First 10,000 t of cargo to Zhengzhou
  • Menlo's Genk facility maximising location potential
  • Tanzania invests in Mwanza expansion
  • Plethora of new railcars for UWC
  • Official inauguration of freight terminal at Basel airport
  • US senators sign letter for WRRDA funding
  • Lan Cargo redesigning management team
  • BNSF spending record sum in 2015
  • Making the most of anytime/anywhere shopping behaviour
  • RWI/ISL: world trade growing again

IHS Maritimeweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2014
  • NSB launches China ship management arm
    German container ship manager Reederei NSB has established a presence in China in a bid to evolve into an international third party vessel manager. The new group affiliate Asia Marine was launched in Shanghai's Pudong district in a ceremony with 120 business partners and industry representatives
  • Indian Ocean security challenges still pose a threat
    East Africa's new regional security force lacks the maritime capability to take on pirates and other seaborne criminals, Seychelles' foreign minister has revealed. Jean Paul Adam, speaking exclusively to IHS Maritime, warned that continuing instability on land in Somalia may prompt the return of
  • Frontline 2012 focuses on building tanker portfolio
    Frontline 2012, part of John Fredriksen's maritime business empire, recorded a net profit of $59M in the third quarter of 2014, more than double than the same period last year. Quarterly revenue increased to $55.4M from $28.7M in 3Q13. In the first nine months of this year Frontline 2012 recorded
  • PwC appointed as OW Bunker receiver
    PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has been appointed by a group of lenders as the receiver for the pledged assets of the bankrupt OW Bunker group. ING Bank (ING), the security agent for the group of lenders has appointed three PwC personnel from its London office, as well as two staff based in
  • Chinese October thermal coal imports hit three year low
    Chinese thermal coal imports dropped to a 36-month low of 12.5M tons in October, shipping analysts at Arctic in Oslo have reported. Citing Chinese statistics, analysts said Erik Nikolai Stavseth and Kurt Waldeland said the figures "indicate a 17% decline year-over-year and a 12% fall from
  • Clarksons and Platou boards agree £281M acquisition
    London-based shipping services group Clarkson has agreed to acquire Norwegian shipbroker and investment bank RS Platou for £281.2M ($441M), Clarkson said in a statement. "Completion, which would be conditional on, amongst other things, Shareholder approval, regulatory approval and the readmission
  • Antwerp port strike ends
    Ships started leaving the Port of Antwerp at 20.00 last night following the end of a 24-hour strike by workers. A spokesperson told IHS Maritime this morning that every ship waiting to leave the port has now left, and that vessels are now also entering. The port is working to clear the backlog,
  • EU extends its counter-piracy mission
    Operation Atalanta, the European Union's counter-piracy mission off Somalia, has been extended until 12 December 2016. Total cost for the two-year deployment is estimated at €14.7M ($18.3M). Atalanta was initiated in December 2008 to protect World Food Programme vessels delivering aid to
  • Australia bans another ship from its ports
    The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has barred Indonesian flagged box ship Territory Trader from its ports for three months, labeling the vessel a 'repeat offender'. It follows on the heels of Vega Auriga banned for three months last August before sailing to New Zealand where it was
  • Tianjin Port to provide shore power
    Tianjin Port in North China announced today that the shore power supply project at Pacific Terminal has completed and will be launched by the end of 2014. This project, co-constructed by Tianjin Binhai Power Supply Company and Tianjin Port, is to transform the 10kV, 50Hz input utility power to
  • UMW 3Q14 profit up 39% y/y
    Malaysia-listed UMW Oil and Gas Corporation turned in a 3Q14 profit of MYR75.8M ($22.62M), a 39% year-on-year increase from MYR54.5M, on increased contributions from its drilling services segment and higher investment income. The offshore drilling and oilfield services company recorded a 23.9% y/y
  • Uncertainty over HHI restructuring lingers
    Although Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) and its subsidiaries have been selling stakes in other companies to boost cash flow, there is still uncertainty over its financial status, said an analyst in a research note. Samsung Securities analyst Youngsoo Han said, "Last week, Hyundai Mipo Dockyard
  • Pirates thwarted by Indonesian Navy
    Pirates were thwarted by the Indonesian Navy off Riau Island, Indonesia. Bulk carrier New Emerald was underway in the Philip Channel at Lat. 01 03.14N., Long. 103 37.86E. during 07.00 hours local time on 21 November, according to AISLive vessel tracking. An alert was sent to Information Fusion
  • Tanker explodes in Andaman Sea
    A Thailand-flagged product tanker suffered an explosion in its engine room in the Andaman Sea, while en route from Tanjung Pelepas, Malaysia, to Yangon, Myanmar. The explosion occurred on the 1995-built, 4,999dwt vessel Chao Anoma on Saturday, which caused serious injuries to three crew members.

Marine Logweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2014
  • Huge drydock welcomes its first ship
  • Bollinger delivers FRC named for Normandy hero
  • Norwegian adds ship to Oceania fleet
  • France puts warship delivery to Russia on indefinite hold
  • Singapore operator takes delivery of Flex Ferry trio
  • Liberty Maritime bulker rescues Syrian refugees
  • DNV GL offers help on fuel switching challenges
  • Defense Minister "wouldn't trust ASC to build a canoe"
  • CBP in new OCS Jones Act crackdown

World Wide Shipperweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2014
  • Inchcape Shipping Services warns of Belgiun port worker strike
  • International Maritime Organization presents exceptional bravery award
  • BTS making improvements to transport statistics database
  • US works deal with Mexico for expanded air service
  • BNSF breaking records with 2015 capital expenditures

Lloyd's Listweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2014
  • Aronnax: LNG fuel is older and more widespread than you think
    FREE CONTENT: a 'new' fuel is finally getting its day
  • Boxships of 24,000 teu are feasible, says DNV GL
    But the class society says infrastructure constraints may hinder further growth
  • Aurora LPG rakes in $22m as daily earnings top $100,000
    Robust freight market spurs Oslo VLGC owner to pay dividend
  • Diana returns to profit thanks to containership affiliate
    Bulker owner posts operating loss but is bolstered from investment in boxships
  • Frontline 2012 is bullish about crude tankers
    Third quarter highlights Fredriksen-led firm's new tonnage as crude figures improve
  • Frontline slides to loss as it writes down fleet value by $41.5m
    Company reports positives in earnings during the quarter
  • Maersk Tankers keeps quiet on buying buzz
    Despite opting to avoid comment, Maersk boss says he will continuously update product tanker fleet
  • CMA CGM enhances its Asia-east Africa loop
    French carrier replaces single service with ASEA Kenya and ASEA Tanzania
  • Pirate payments unclear after UK terror ransom ban
    Unintended consequences possible, security specialists warn
  • Mediterranean aframax earnings fall shy of $100,000 per day
    So near and yet so far - vessels just miss out on six-figure day rates
  • Long Beach plans opening of vacant pier to ease congestion
    US port to use Pier S as temporary depot to handle empty boxes
  • Pacific Northwest ports urge Obama to resolve west coast contract row
    Seattle and Tacoma bosses call on the president to send federal mediators
  • Indonesian coal exports rise despite rule changes
    Trade defies fears over permit system that aims to protect power plants' coal supply
  • Data Hub: Trade Statistics
    Supply/demand indicators for container shipping
  • Clarksons to pay $440m to seal Platou deal
    Deal expected to be completed by the end of the first quarter of 2015

The Journal of Commerceweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2014
  • Carriers proceeding with massive trans-Pacific eastbound rate hike
    Carriers are proceeding with the largest single trans-Pacific eastbound rate increase in years but have only postponed making a formal announcement. JOC.com reported yesterday that a $1,000 per 40-foot container general rate increase was postponed until after carriers implemented $1,000 congestion surcharges. Carriers in the Transpacific Stabilization Agreement agreed to adopt...
  • APM Terminals plans expansion in Turkey as container volumes grow
    APM Terminals is eyeing expansion in Turkey to take advantage of container volume growth at the nation's Mediterranean and Black Sea ports. The company is targeting areas like Istanbul and Turkey's Mediterranean Coast, looking for port opportunities or government concessions to further its reach in the country, Mogans Wolf Larsen, managing...
  • Idle container fleet shrinks as port congestion keeps box ships busy
    The idle container ship fleet has fallen to its lowest level since the global financial crisis erupted in late 2008 , thanks to carrier reluctance to pull more sailings during the slack winter season and port congestion on the U.S. West Coast and in Manila that is keeping vessels in...
  • Houston contracts for design of Bayport intermodal rail line
    The Port of Houston Authority has selected Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam Inc. to design the first phase of a new rail line to the port's Bayport terminal. The design of the $13.8 million project is scheduled to be completed in mid-2015, with construction starting later in the year. The project is the...
  • Stronger economy boosts cross-border US trade with Canada, Mexico
    The value of U.S. trade with Mexico and Canada increased by $7.8 billion in September, exceeding $100 billion for the seventh straight month as manufacturing activity and freight shipping in all three North American Free Trade Agreement partners expanded. U.S.-NAFTA freight flows totaled $102.2 billion in September, as the value of...
  • Hamburg container growth outpaces Antwerp, Rotterdam
    Hamburg increased container traffic by 6.4 percent in the first three quarters, closing the gap with Rotterdam, the European market leader, and stretching its lead over third-ranked Antwerp. Germany's largest port handled 7.4 million 20-foot equivalent units in the nine months through September to increase its share of the north European...
  • Clarksons buying rival Platou for $440 million
    Clarksons, the world's largest shipbroker, is paying £281.2 million [US $440 million] for its Oslo-based rival RS Platou, in a record deal likely to accelerate consolidation in the sector. The London-based firm said it has secured support from 75 percent of Platou's shareholders for the takeover. The deal will create a...
  • Potential Chicago drayage shortage awaits LA-LB shippers
    Shippers face another round of potential woes even after their stalled containers move from congested Los Angeles-Long Beach via intermodal rail to Chicago. The surge of intermodal volume from Southern California to Chicago ahead of the holiday shopping season could be too much for Windy City drayage drivers, and some shippers...
  • ITF accuses Panama Canal Authority of labor violations
    The International Transport Workers' Federation today accused the Panama Canal Authority of breaking the country's commitment to global labor principles by trying to shutter a tugboat captains' union, the latest flare-up between labor and the major waterway operator. The canal authority is trying to shut down the ITF-affiliated Panamanian Tugboat Captains'...
  • UPS sees global opportunity for shippers in US-Mexico aviation deal
    A tentative U.S.-Mexico aviation pact would expand air cargo services linking the North American trading partners, but the biggest benefits may go to global shippers. The agreement, scheduled to take effect in 2016, is likely to increase Mexico's role in supply chains, potentially linking suppliers, vendors and customers throughout the Americas. Although...
  • Australia's Toll in $85 million asset sale to exit loss-making units
    HONG KONG - Toll Holdings will offload assets and business units this financial year raising $85 million as Australia's largest logistics provider tries to improve revenue after a rough first quarter. The supply chain services provider said today that it had entered agreements to sell its Toll Global Express Asia business...
  • China online shopping growth keeps courier playing catch-up
    HONG KONG - The rapid expansion of China's largest courier SF Express both internationally and across domestic cities over the past two years has been stunning, yet the growth of e-commerce in its home market is always one step ahead. George Li Dongqi, SF Express vice president, told the Asian Logistics...
  • US port funding goal in jeopardy just seven months after being set
    WASHINGTON D.C. - The U.S. port industry's celebration earlier this year for pressuring Congress to pass legislation aimed at boosting federal funding on a set schedule for the next decade may be short-lived. Water resources legislation passed this year created a game plan in which more of the revenue from harbor...
  • Ebola not affecting West Africa container growth
    West Africa trade still points to a region with growth potential, despite a nearly 30 percent drop in exports caused by the Ebola outbreak, according to Drewry and carrier executives. The economies of western African countries stricken with Ebola are faltering after dealing with the epidemic for nearly 11 months. But...
  • US trailer orders hit an all-time high in October
    Trailer orders in the U.S. hit an all-time high in October, exceeding the earlier mark by nearly 9 percent, FTR Associates says. Trailer orders totaled 46,267 in October, a new report from FTR shows, the highest monthly order volume ever reported. Production capacity at trailer manufacturers is expected to tighten in...

TradeWindsweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2014
  • FRO's deafening silence
    It appears that Frontline has launched a campaign to shore up its balance sheet but management has been tight-lipped about how the owner intends to cure its financial maladies.
  • Blaustein mourned
    Former colleagues are mourning the death of Henry Blaustein, a former executive with companies including OMI Corp, ZIM and Zodiac Maritime.
  • Silver lining for Aegean
    The collapse of Aegean Marine Petroleum's largest competitor and other changes in the world of marine fuel could usher in an unprecedented era of prosperity for the company in the coming months, a leading equity analyst told investors Tuesday.
  • NCL acquires cruiseship
    Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCL) has acquired a cruiseship from an affiliate of Carnival Corp.
  • Clarksons sights further growth
    Clarksons' purchase of RS Platou is not the end of the expansion story at the world's leading shipbroker, its chief executive says.
  • Ship banned for two years
    A cargoship has been barred from Paris MoU countries for two years after it left a port in Rhodes without complying with port state control conditions.
  • Zakher banking $420m
    UAE owner Zakher Marine International has clinched a $420m loan to finance an 18-ship newbuilding spree.
  • Takeover one step closer
    Bondholders have approved a call option to buy back a NOK 500m ($46m) bond issue if the takeover of Hurtigruten finally succeeds.
  • SFL ups dividend
    Ship Finance International has boosted its dividend after recording an improved third quarter performance.
  • DCIX boosts DSX
    Greek bulker owner Diana Shipping (DSX) has beaten analysts' expectations by posting a profit in the third quarter, propelled by a gain from its investment in Diana Containerships (DCIX).
  • SAL enters wind sector
    K Line-controlled SAL Heavy Lift has been contracted for pile installation work in the Baltic Sea for the Wikinger wind farm.
  • Discount for Eimskip
    Icelandic line Eimskip has again knocked down the price of a delayed boxship newbuilding as it announced its best quarterly profit since 2009.
  • Double for Zhong Chuan
    Zhong Chuan Heavy Industry Shipbuilding of Zhoushan has won a new order for two multipurpose cargoships.
  • Topaz on the rise
    Fleet expansion plans have borne fruit for Topaz Energy and Marine as net earnings for the third quarter went up by almost one fifth.
  • Masters exposed
    Seafarers' Rights International (SRI) has warned that merchant ships could be forced to rescue more and more migrants in the Mediterranean due to European budget cuts.
  • Eimskip hikes charges
    Icelandic container line Eimskip is trying to recover the likely costs of new emissions regulations with a surcharge of $62 per teu.
  • Into Africa
    French line CMA CGM is improving its links between Asia and Africa with two new services to Kenya and Tanzania.
  • Frontline loses more
    A vessel impairment loss has seen John Fredriksen's Frontline rack up a bigger deficit in the third quarter.
  • Fredriksen orders and axes
    John Fredriksen's Frontline 2012 has confirmed its first crude tanker newbuilding order and cancelled some of the vessels it had placed at STX Dalian.
  • Share sale planned
    UK shipbroker Clarksons is lining up a share sale to help pay for its RS Platou takeover.
  • Clarksons seals the deal
    UK shipbroker Clarksons is paying £281.2m ($441m) to take over RS Platou, it revealed on Tuesday.
  • Reach enjoys strong Q3
    Reach Subsea has seen its third quarter profit more than double on the back of revenues that have almost tripled compared to a year ago.
  • PwC chases OW debtors
    PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has been appointed as receiver for receivables pledged by OW Bunker Group to a syndicate of lenders.
  • Lauritzen heads to Geneva
    J Lauritzen is set to open a new dry cargo office in Geneva at the beginning of next year, the Danish shipowner has confirmed.
  • Strong traffic at Tacoma
    Tacoma has reported a year-on-year increase of 17.5% in container volumes for October, its eighth consecutive month of growth.

American Shipperweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2014
  • After ILWU labor contract is reached, West Coast terminals will face challenges
  • CEVA moves toward eAWB target
  • FAA looks to new policies after Chicago fire
  • Executive moves
  • Senators urge colleagues to meet WRRDA funding cap for harbor dredging
  • European shippers oppose congestion surcharges
  • Commerce finds dumping of Chinese-made containers
  • FMC reviews 8 OTI license applications

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2014
  • BC Ferries to build three dual-fuel vessels
    Move is latest effort to save on fuel costs.
  • DNV GL releases ECA-compliance guidelines
    Publication available for download on class society's website.
  • OW Bunker's Singapore entity to meet creditors Dec 4
    Liquidator reviewing company's affairs.
  • ECA non-compliance fines could rise to $38,000 per day
    Sources say substantial increase is being considered by the EPA.
  • Aegean's Middle East storage unit 'fully operational'
    First customers expected early next year.
  • China importing less fuel oil
    China's fuel oil imports fell 27% in the first ten months of the year.
  • Aegean puts figure on OW exposure
    Latest earnings call starts with company statement on OW bankruptcy.
  • IMO committees seek cooperation on fuel quality issues
    Both safety and environmental committees have a stake in managing bunker quality.
  • Disputed stem could led to fresh court action
    Players still contesting details of 2011 bunker stem.
  • PWC talks tough on OW debt
    Legal agreement puts banks first in line for OW assets.
  • Singapore shares ideas with IMO on managing bunker quality
    Suggests schemes similar to MPA's but also provides ideas for states with limited resources, IMO delegation tells Bunkerworld.
  • OW stocks in Los Angeles to be auctioned next week
    US bankruptcy court has approved the sale.
  • Consultant: Oil prices have passed peak
    Prices will remain below $100 a barrel.
  • Canadian marketing board buys 'eco' vessels
    Newbuildings designed to cut fuel-consumption and sulphur emissions.
  • Quaterly loss swells for Israeli boxshipping giant
    But lower bunker costs helped reduce losses during the first nine months.
  • ECSA raises concerns over ship CO2 monitoring scheme
    Wants inclusion of cargo-related information postponed.
  • Lukoil-Bunker sends tankers for maintenance
    Upon completion of the annual shipping season.
  • Skangass extends small-scale LNG supply network
    As demand grows.
  • Brightoil in dispute over newbuildings
    Payment terms revised for the Brightoil 639 and Brightoil 666.

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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
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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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