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August 28, 2014
Sched Netweb site
  • Maersk raises Asia-north Europe rate US$400/TEU from September 1
  • Barring single item, Cosco Pacific profit increases 2.1pc as sales rise 11.4pc
  • Great distraction ends - lockout over, ILWU grain handlers ratify contract
  • Ships calling in Ebola-hit areas turned away from disease-free ports
  • Box carriers make final adjustments to trade routes in latter peak season
  • Jacksonville's Sea Star Line orders 140 reefer containers in fleet build-up
  • Portland takes reefer jobs from ILWU, to give them to rival IBEW
  • Ukraine cargo volume falls 6.45pc after eastern region cargo flow cut off
  • Kalmar's latest Gloria reachstackers make Asia-Pacific debut in Shanghai
  • Cathay Pacific Services Limited wins IATA ground safety audit certification
  • UPS, union ousted from crash probe for statements ahead of findings
  • Beijing airport leads US$3.3 billion fund to boost China aviation sector

Exim Indiaweb site
AUGUST 27, 2014
  • APEC to tackle supply chain threats together
  • Kalmar Gloria reach stackers enter Asia-Pacific
  • LNG shipping faces near term pain, but better longer term outlook
  • NYK Group boosts shuttle tanker fleet
  • Snowman Logistics' IPO closes today
  • T. S. Lines vessel makes maiden JN Port call as part of CIX2 service
  • ZIM improves MAF service to West Africa
  • Shipping Watch, Carrier Alliances, Schedules & Supply Chain Impact
  • Terminal Investment Ltd acquires 50 pc interest in ITL
  • IBA wary of NHAI's plan to set up ARC
  • New policy for MSME soon: Govt
  • States asked to appoint export commissioners

International Transport Journalweb site
  • New crude oil terminal in North Dakota
  • Saudi Arabia renewing Dammam-Riyadh freight line
  • Eric Boelzner joins Jet Aviation St Louis
  • Turkish Cargo adds Hyderabad to network
  • Germany: increase in road and rail traffic
  • H&S CL boosts Belgian business with new sales manager
  • CSAV gets the necessary funding
  • DB claiming damages from air cargo cartel in USA
  • Unsworth Global Logistics celebrates 40 years
  • CBS continues cautiously in 2014
  • Roads revolution sees extra 900 miles of capacity
  • Hämmerling Group celebrates 35th anniversary
  • Royal Jordanian takes delivery of first B787

Marine Logweb site
AUGUST 27, 2014
  • Textron awarded $21.9 million LCAC contract mod
  • WR launches new on-stack scrubber emissions monitor
  • USCG vessel fires on Iranian dhow
  • Rolls-Royce to supply cranes for nine Brazilian built PSVs
  • Consortium eyes up to five jack-up newbuilds
  • DNV GL launches sea spray icing project

World Wide Shipperweb site
AUGUST 27, 2014
  • Sides Ok tentative health benefits deal in ILWU, PMA contract negotiations
  • ZIM boosting service covering Med/West Africa
  • Trucking groups pen letter to DOT calling for removal of safety scores
  • Longshore workers ratify new pact with grain companies
  • Crowley presents scholarships to pair of Webb Institute students

Lloyd's Listweb site
AUGUST 27, 2014
  • BW LPG boosts earnings on robust markets
    Group retains strong focus on Atlantic gas trades
  • Lloyd's List Middle East/Indian subcontinent awards - the shortlist
    Regional shipping has been getting on with business
  • BW LPG boosts earnings on robust markets
    Group retains strong focus on Atlantic gas trades
  • Net profit of CSICL down 20% in January-June
    Flagship unit of China Shipbuilding Industry Corp says results better than expected
  • SIPG records double-digit growth in first-half profit
    Shanghai port's main operator sees accelerating growth in box volume
  • From Asia-Pacific to Preston - Hext pursues his passion for education
    Hong Kong shipping boss heads to the Lancashire Dales to take up a university post
  • Aronnax: busting ballast
    The initial results of Lloyd's List's survey show real fear of technology
  • CMES post strong first-half results on higher rates and scrapping efforts
    Shanghai-listed carrier cuts operating expenses by 32% after reducing old tonnage
  • Rotterdam cargo flows returning to normal
    Vessel waiting times improve significantly after weeks of congestion
  • Divex wins Keppel Singmarine contract
    Diving system bound for BP Caspian project
  • Kogas reveals details of LNG newbuilding requirements
    South Korean shipping lines that choose compatriot yards thought likely to win out
  • Commerzbank sells nine boxships to KKR and Borealis
    Portfolio includes Offen, Thomas Schulte and NSB vessels, say market sources
  • StealthGas takes up options for two LPG carriers
    Expanding Greek owner confirms two Hyundai Mipo-built 22,000 cu m vessels
  • Onassis firm buys two d'Amato aframaxes
    Greek owner continues to invest in modern secondhand tankers
  • James Fisher reports a 10% hike in pre-tax profits
    Business gains and Foreland sell-off boost UK marine engineering services group
  • Poor markets dent Golden Ocean profits but do not dim its optimism
    Fredriksen-controlled firm says it has the resources to wait for freight rates to climb
  • ILWU and PMA reach a tentative healthcare deal
    But US west coast workers and managers have some way to go to agree a new contract

Sea-webweb site
AUGUST 27, 2014
  • Salalah container productivity up 26%
    The Omani Port of Salalah is now ranked 15th best globally, and third in Europe, Middle East and Africa, having achieved an average 91 gross moves per hour (gmph) in 2013, 26% better than its 2012 average of 71gmph. The rankings were announced by independent research firm Journal of Commerce (JOC)
  • DP World takes over Trilogiport at Liège
    DP World has acquired all shares owned by Euroports in Trilogiport, the planned container terminal at Liège, Belgium, and now takes full responsibility for its development. Trilogiport is a focal point in the Walloon government's Marshall Plan that aims to develop Liège as a logistics hub. It will
  • SCI cancels last AHTS order
    Indian shipowner SCI has cancelled its final AHTS newbuilding at compatriot shipyard ABG following excessive delivery delays. "The new shipbuilding order with ABG was cancelled last week due to abnormal delay in delivering the vessel as per contractual timeline," a spokesman for SCI said. With this,
  • US dockers untying healthcare gridlock
    US west coast dockworkers and their employers have reached a tentative agreement on healthcare benefits in what has been considered one of the most significant hurdles to forging a new labour contact. The International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU), which represents nearly 20,000 dockworkers
  • Voith wins record contract from Transnet
    Transnet National Ports Authority has ordered nine new Voith water tractors (VWTs or tugs) in both South Africa's largest local shipbuilding contract and also the largest order in Voith Marine Technology's history. To be built during the next 42 months by South African Shipyards in Durban, eight of
  • Golar reports floating liquefaction progress
    NASDAQ-listed Golar LNG has swung to a loss but has reported progress on its floating liquefaction (FLNG) venture. Golar recorded a net loss of $24.2M for 2Q14 versus net income of $59M in 2Q13. Excluding non-cash items, the company posted an adjusted net loss of $10.6M in the most recent period
  • Two more ship management firms in Shanghai FTZ
    Two more wholly foreign-owned ship management companies have registered in the free trade zone in Shanghai, China, prompting the development of clusters of international shipping companies in Shanghai's Pudong New Area. The Seawork Management (Shanghai) and Maersk Ship Management Consulting had
  • Seadrill opens door for acquisitions
    Seadrill, the listed London-based drill ship and rig operator in John Fredriksen's business empire, sees the current weak market as an opportunity for acquisitions. "The current weakening of the market caused by the oil companies' cash-flow situation may create interesting opportunities to acquire
  • Ship banned from Australian ports
    The Australian Maritime Safety Authority has today placed a three-month ban on Vega Auriga (IMO 9347786). The Liberian-flagged, 9981gt container vessel now on its way to Auckland, New Zealand from Brisbane, Australia is prohibited from entering any Australian port for three months. The Australian
  • Danish bank reports profit rise on impairment reversals
    Danish Ship Finance, the Copenhagen-based shipping bank, has posted a strong rise in 1H14 net profit on large impairment charge reversals. Group total income rose slightly, to DKK475M ($82M) in 1H14 from DKK459M a year earlier, but net profit rose to DKK882M from DKK112M. The bank booked reversals
  • Golden Ocean's falling profits warn about 3Q14 loss
    Golden Ocean Group has reported a fall in net profit for both 2Q14 and 1H14 and is warning of a small net loss for the current quarter. The listed dry-bulk carrier owner, part of John Fredriksen's business empire, reported a 2Q14 net profit of just $1.0M compared with $43.5M a year earlier. Revenues
  • Zim unloads in US despite protests
    Pro-Palestinian activists have been unsuccessful so far at preventing Zim-operated box ships from operating at US west Coast ports, port officials have confirmed. The Haifa, Israel-based container line has become a target for protestors seeking to link them to the fighting between Israel and
  • KOGAS seeks six LNG carriers for 20 years
    Korea Gas Corporation (KOGAS), the world's biggest LNG importer, has officially issued a tender for only South Korean shipping companies to timecharter six LNG carriers for 20 years. Through an official announcement, KOGAS said that the LNG carriers will deliver shale gas from the Sabine Pass LNG
  • SBI Offshore mulls five-rig order
    Singapore-based offshore equipment provider SBI Offshore said today it is in discussions with a Middle East-Chinese consortium to build up to five jack-up drilling rigs. The consortium is the same one that recently awarded an SBI subsidiary a $24M contract to provide design and engineering services
  • Cook Islands-flagged ships have most PSC detentions
    Japanese classification society ClassNK's annual report on Port State Control (PSC) has found that Cook Islands-flagged vessels in its register had the highest number of PSC detentions last year. Among the ships classed by ClassNK, Cook Islands-flagged ships had a detention ratio of 28.6% in 2013,
  • COSL's net profit up 39.1% in 1H14
    Shanghai-listed China Oilfield Services (COSL) announced yesterday that it recorded a net profit of CNY4.42Bn ($719M) for the first half of 2014, making an increase of 39.1% year on year. The company posted revenue of CNY16.3Bn during the reporting period, up by 28.1% than 1H13, and its earnings per
  • Taiwan inks MoU on maritime audit
    Taiwan's Maritime and Port Bureau inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a Canadian company COMART on Monday for voluntary auditing. IMO auditors will be invited to Taiwan this October to implement a relevant audit, according to the MoU; the final report of the voluntary audit is expected to
  • Samsung C&T to expand Singapore LNG terminal
    Samsung C&T Corporation, South Korea's second biggest construction firm, has been chosen to expand the Singapore LNG terminal. The terminal officially opened in February and the expansion will mark the third phase of its development, taking its capacity from the current 6M tonnes per annum (Mtpa) to
  • Indian Oil Corporation seeks VLCC
    State-run Indian refiner Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) is seeking to hire a VLCC for two years, brokers told IHS Maritime. "IOC would like a VLCC to be delivered in the Arabian Gulf-West Africa range from November or December, on a timecharter basis," a Singapore-based broker told IHS Maritime. The
  • Eastern Pacific orders two more LPG carriers
    Singapore-based Eastern Pacific has exercised options for two mid-sized LPG carriers at Hyundai Mipo Dockyard. The two 38,000m³ vessels are scheduled for delivery by 31 July 2017, said HMD in a Korea Exchange filing today. Eastern Pacific originally ordered two similar ships in March, for delivery

The Journal of Commerceweb site
AUGUST 27, 2014
  • Hurricane Marie closes two Long Beach terminals
    Large waves powered by Hurricane Marie tossed rocks onto the roadway at the Port of Long Beach.Two cargo terminals at the Port of Long Beach today suspended vessel operations due to 10- to 15-foot high wave surges powered by Pacific Hurricane (now Tropical Stom) Marie that are endangering longshore workers. It...
  • Baltic Reefers acquires NYK's reefer division
    Baltic Reefers will acquire NYKCool from NYK Reefers, the refrigerated shipping segment of Japanese shipping giant NYK Line on Sept. 1. NYKCool, a dedicated reefer carrier that moves perishable goods, will be rebranded under the revived name Cool Carriers, although it will continue to handle the commercial operation of its entire fleet....
  • Canadian trade on track for healthy growth
    Canadian export growth is slated to rise to 4.7 percent this year and 7.7 percent in 2015, as global and particularly U.S. demand builds, non-energy shipments rise, and the Canadian dollar weakens, according to the Royal Bank of Canada. That predicted increase in exports comes after outbound shipment growth of just...
  • Truckload carriers compete for drivers as US freight demand heats up
    Schneider National is looking for more than just a few good drivers. The largest privately owned U.S. truckload carrier wants to hire 100 drivers in the region around Birmingham, Alabama, to bolster its fast-growing dedicated trucking business and other operations in the South. Like many of its truckload competitors, the $3.6...
  • Arctic shipping presents insurance challenges
    While the melting polar ice cap presents opportunities for carriers to take cheaper and faster cross-Arctic shortcuts between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, the chilly routes represent a dilemma for the marine insurance industry. Warming oceans have been shrinking Arctic ice at the rate of 13 percent per decade, creating wider passages...
  • Legislation gives Port of Hueneme chance to modernize
    Officials at the Port of Hueneme hope that a new funding bill will help them become more competitive in years to come. California Gov. Jerry Brown signed into law AB 2395, legislation that increases the harbor district's borrowing authority by $9 million. The port hopes that increased borrowing power will help...
  • Pay top issue for US truck drivers, survey says
    A survey of 2,000 truck drivers by National Retail Systems showed that 79 percent listed pay as their top reason for deciding where to work. NRS said the survey highlights a quandary for motor carriers. "Market conditions will not allow transportation companies to increase pay beyond a certain level," said Joe...
  • Port of Seattle chooses new CEO
    Ted J. FickThe Port of Seattle Commission has selected manufacturing and transportation veteran Ted J. Fick as its next CEO. Fick will take the helm on Sept. 29, the day before current CEO Tay Yoshitani is scheduled to retire. Commissioners, who must vote on Fick's appointment in public session, will vote...
  • Next Up: Consolidation
    What does it mean if the largest container line in the world is making money while most of its peers are less profitable or struggling? Where will it lead? A gradually emerging theme during the past two years is that Maersk Line is achieving profitability while many of its smaller competitors...
  • HSBC and the British Chamber of Commerce in Turkey sign agreemnt to support commercial ties between UK and Turkey
    A new British Business Centre in Istanbul has been established by the British Chamber of Commerce in Turkey and HSBC Turkey to provide practical business support services to businesses working in both Turkey and the UK. A strategic partnership agreement has been signed between HSBC and the British Chamber of Commerce...
  • TruStar Energy Celebrates High Plains Bioenergy CNG Public Fueling Station Grand Opening
    GUYMON, Okla., Aug. 21, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- TruStar Energy, a leading developer of compressed natural gas [CNG] fueling infrastructure throughout the US, is excited to celebrate the grand opening of High Plains Bioenergy's fast-fill CNG station which is located across the road from their Guymon, Oklahoma processing facility. "High Plains Bioenergy, a...
  • Young Entrepreneurs from New Zealand Come Out On Top at the FedEx Express/Junior Achievement International Trade Challenge Asia Pacific Finals
    HONG KONG, August 21, 2014 - Team NZ from New Zealand has emerged winners at the annual FedEx Express/Junior Achievement International Trade Challenge (FedEx/JA ITC) Asia Pacific Finals in Hong Kong. Shannon Metcalfe from Avondale College and Isabelle Stangl from Long Bay College in New Zealand beat 52 other students andimpressed...
  • Info-X Software Tecnology introduces $5 million headquarter expansion
    TRANSPORTATION SOLUTIONS PROVIDER CAPITALIZES ON OUTSOURCING TREND GURGAON, INDIA (August 20, 2014) -- Info-X Software Technology, provider of software solutions and back-office support to US-based transportation companies, introduces its newly renovated and expanded $5 million headquarter facility situated in Gurgaon, the high-tech capital of India. The facility expansion accommodates the growing number of...
  • US grain exporters welcome ILWU contract but rail delay concerns persist
    U.S. grain shippers are welcoming the International Longshore and Warehouse Union's collective bargaining agreement with Pacific Northwest grain handlers, but they are still concerned about poor rail serve that is hampering their ability to get exports to Asia. The ratification of a new four-year agreement between the ILWU and three large...
  • US labor agency cracks down on trucking violators of 'whistleblower' laws
    A U.S. agency is imposing big penalties on companies that allegedly fired truck drivers for raising safety complaints, and it's not the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. In two separate cases, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently ordered trucking operators to pay more than $1 million in total restitution to...
  • Drewry: Rates steady heading toward planned Sept. 1 hikes
    Drewry's Hong Kong-Los Angeles container freight rate benchmark was unchanged for the second week in a row at $2,075 per FEU. Full-size chart Spot rates in the trans-Pacific trade are holding steady as peak-season volumes continue to keep capacity tight on trips to the U.S. East and West Coasts. Drewry's benchmark rate from...

TradeWindsweb site
AUGUST 27, 2014
  • DHT meets analyst bets
    DHT Holdings saw its adjusted loss rise in the second quarter as its fleet grew but the result came in just as analysts predicted.
  • US seizes $32m in drugs
    The US Coast Guard has interdicted cocaine estimated to have a wholesale value of $32.4m during a boarding of a general cargoship.
  • VLCCs head downward
    Rates for VLCC spot fixtures are heading downward after spending last week at multi-month highs.
  • "Yes" causes anxiety
    Shipping has expressed its apprehension that a Scottish vote for independence could have a negative effect on the country's shipping and offshore maritime sector, a survey said.
  • Piraeus profit stable
    Piraeus Port has seen its first half profit hold firm.
  • BW LPG's ethane hopes
    BW LPG has drawn a double positive from the excitement surrounding the emerging market for very large ethane carriers (VLECs).
  • Borealis takes nine
    Commerzbank has completed the sale of nine container vessels to Borealis Maritime.
  • Marginal profit for Awilco
    A slow market trends have resulted in Awilco LNG (ALNG) posting a marginal profit in the second quarter of 2014.
  • VLECs designs evolve
    Designers of large gas carriers specifically engineered for the long haul ethane trades will need to give particular consideration to the ships' containment and propulsion systems to maximise their trading efficiency, a new report says.
  • Seadrill in orders freeze
    John Fredriksen's Seadrill has called a halt to newbuilding orders as it waits to see which way the market will turn.
  • NSR opens earlier
    Northern Sea Route (NSR) has opened two weeks earlier than last year and is now ready for commercial shipping traffic, Tokyo-based Global Ice Centre (GIC) said.
  • Strong half for Fisher
    UK shipping group James Fisher posted an improved profit in the first half of 2014 thanks to new business both at home and overseas.
  • Aurora in positive start
    Aurora LPG has reported a profit of just over $6m according to preliminary figures for its first operational period.
  • Bumper payout for BW LPG
    BW LPG has paid out over $100m in dividend after a remarkable VLGC market helped jack up its bottom line.
  • Nordic trims losses
    Nordic Shipholding has reported an interim pre-tax loss of $3.4m in figures released first thing Wednesday morning.
  • Weak rates dent GOGL
    Golden Ocean has just managed to post a positive result for the second quarter of 2014 in the face of the weak freight rate environment.
  • China Cosco seals funds
    China Cosco Group has secured a huge new credit facility courtesy of China Merchants Bank, it emerged Tuesday.
  • Statoil fixes MPOV
    Nordic Maritime has secured a charter of up to 45 days from Statoil for a multi-purpose offshore vessel.
  • Ardmore files shelf
    Ardmore Shipping Corporation is looking to raise fresh funds according to a financial disclosure to US regulatory authorities.

American Shipperweb site
AUGUST 27, 2014
  • Salary paramount, but truck drivers attracted to local trucking jobs
    With millions of truck-driver job ads flooding the market, the survey found that 79 percent of the drivers polled agreed that salary was most important when choosing a job. Home time was ranked as the second highest.
  • Drewry: Air freight prices inch up in July
  • Company warns drivers of high Labor Day weekend theft rate
    FreightWatch International put out a call to action for logistics firms to "ensure security protocols are up-to-date and in line with industry best practices for both in-transit and warehouse operations - both will be heavily targeted."
  • ZIM upgrades Med-West Africa service
  • IATA chief worried about Vietnam airport privatization
  • West Coast Longshoremen ratify contract, make progress on second
    The ILWU and the PMA, which represents employers, said Tuesday that they had reached a tentative agreement on terms for health benefits, subject to agreement on other issues, as they continue negotiations on a new labor contract.
  • CEVA expands in San Diego
  • Hackers hit UPS Store
  • NEWS FLASH: ILWU, PMA reach deal on health benefits
    The International Longshore and Warehouse Union and the Pacific Maritime Association, which represents employers, said Tuesday that they had reached a tentative agreement on terms for health benefits.
  • Executive moves

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
AUGUST 27, 2014
  • Crude rises as US stockpiles drop
    Domestic supplies fell by 2.07 million barrels to 360.5 million last week.
  • Firm launches more compact emissions monitoring system
    Pared-down version specifically designed for scrubber applications.
  • Mixed price outlook across Europe
    Some suppliers fully booked in Rotterdam.
  • IFO prices show gains in Fujairah
    Markets firm in South Africa.
  • CEPSA launches ECA-ready product
    New fuel to be on market by December.
  • Gazpromneft Marine Bunker mulls tanker buys
    Black Sea and northern regions earmarked by company.
  • Gazpromneft has new fuel in mind for ECA market
    Chief executive says distillate-based fuel in development.
  • Asian bunker market sending mixed signals
    Stable supplies seen across key regional hubs.
  • Finnish group sinks to H1 losses
    Weak sales outweigh bunker savings.
  • Norwegian group launches new ship design feature
    Design claims to add to bunker savings.
  • Lithuanian company studying LNG demand outlook
    New facility to start LNG bunkering services from January 1.
  • MXO: Futher plans for expansion at Sohar
    Plans to be executed in 'near future', says firm.
  • Finnlines upbeat on ECA-related investment
    Profit should rise next year, says CFO.
  • San Francisco MGO prices up
    Good avails reported at the US West Coast port.

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