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September 3, 2015
Sched Netweb site
  • Idle fleet soars to new high as peakless peak season draws to a close
  • Cargotec's MacGregor unit to lay off 100 in Germany as demand weakens
  • China to open high-speed rail link to North Korean border to boost trade
  • US Customs seize US$8 million of cocaine in tyres at Los Angeles-Long Beach
  • Pakistani forwarders shut their shops until 8pc revenue tax revoked
  • US retailers re-negotiate with Asia suppliers after yuan devaluations
  • US Chinese-owned pork producer Smithfield says China exports up 45pc
  • Low water levels on Rhine and Danube reduce cargo ship loads in Germany
  • DP World to add 3.1 million TEU to Jebel Ali with 4th terminal by 2018
  • XPO Logistics named Intermodal Carrier of the Year by Whirlpool Corp
  • Volga-Dnepr carries 1.2 million flying fish to repopulate northern Russia
  • Asia Pacific carriers flew less cargo in July than in first of year
  • Ex-AA Cargo CEO finds new mission - selling e-freight to the industry

Exim Indiaweb site
SEPTEMBER 2, 2015
  • Protek Logistics celebrates 5th anniversary of growth & success
  • Softlink Global establishes South-East Asia headquarters in Philippines
  • Instant coffee demand boosts exports
  • AKBTPL Tuna Port raises the performance bar
  • DP World Nhava Sheva strengthens state-of-art infrastructure to improve efficiency
  • JNPT-APEC Port Training Centre successfully completes 2nd seminar
  • Korean trade delegation visits JN Port
  • Mumbai Port observes National Sports Day
  • Nationwide strike paralyses Major Ports' operations, says Kulkarni
  • Centre's decision to ease exit norms for highway projects seen benefiting infra cos
  • APEDA & govt to set up trust fund to promote Indian processed food in int'l markets
  • IOC to increase crude oil imports
  • ONGC plans to invest $ 8.8 bn in KG oil & gas discoveries
  • Prabhu invites overseas companies to set up manufacturing hubs in India for export
  • Spice development agency to focus on local varieties

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Laurels for American carriers
  • New road access regulations in Switzerland
  • New CEO to fire up JV in China
  • Enhanced hooks make dockers' lives safer
  • UPS lets Cargojet tackle its freight
  • Eco-locomotives for cleaner air
  • Russian aviation wedding
  • Forwarding from UK to Germany made easy
  • From desert heat to cool North Sea
  • New rail service for Serbia
  • Plans for facility in Eindhoven
  • President for C.H. Robinson Europe
  • First RR location in Baku
  • Hans Infomatic connects to more than 90 airlines
  • ACP wants answer to crack problem

IHS Maritimeweb site
SEPTEMBER 2, 2015
  • Greek coast guard arrests Libya weapons ship
    Greece's coast guard has detained a Bolivian-flagged general cargo ship found loaded with undeclared weapons bound for Libya. The vessel was seized on 1 September near the port of Ierapetra on the south coast of Crete. It was subsequently taken to the island's capital Iraklion for inspection,
  • Austal profits up 66.8%
    Australia-based ship builder Austal Limited announced a record net profit of AUD53.2 million (USD37.4 million), up 66.8% on FY14 NPAT of AUD31.9 million, last week. It is the company's best result in nearly three decades. A global shipbuilder supplying Australian, Oman and the US defence forces,
  • Drop in Newcastle coal ship arrivals
    A drop in ships destined for the world's biggest coal port of Newcastle has this week sparked concerns that the tide has turned for Australian coal - and beyond. The Newcastle Port Authority reported for the week ending 31 August that 21 coal vessels had notified arrival times allocated or were in
  • MacGregor to cut 100 in its German Hatlapa unit
    In response to "weak market demand due to the low oil price and low number of new merchant ship orders", MacGregor will reduce its workforce by 100 at its MacGregor Hatlapa subsidiary in Uetersen, Germany. These will come into effect by the end of this year and achieve savings of EUR7 million in
  • Singapore becomes a venue to settle maritime disputes
    Singapore has signed a joint declaration with International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) in allowing the Republic as a venue for settling maritime disputes. The declaration was inked by Ng How Yue, the country's permanent secretary to the ministry of law with Vladimir Golitsyn, president
  • Tankers to gain from ASEAN oil demand
    Southeast Asia's increasing energy demand means both crude oil and oil product trade is expected to grow, providing support for tankers. Italian shipbroker Banchero Costa noted that Indonesia is the largest crude oil producer in ASEAN, accounting for about 40% of production. But falling oil
  • Zhejiang Zhenghe Shipbuilding workers on strike for salary arrears
    Workers from Zhejiang Zhenghe Shipbuilding went on strike at the entrance of the shipyard on 1 September. The shipyard sent a text message to its workers at around 10 pm on 31 August, informing them that the company will suspend its operation beginning 1 September due to financial issues, and
  • Ningbo Marine returns to black in 1H15
    Shanghai-listed Ningbo Marine posted a profit of CNY4.4 million (USD0.7 million) for the first half of 2015, returning to the black after the loss of CNY5.1 million the previous year. The company's revenue also rose 7.6% year on year (y/y) during the review period, from CNY496.4 million to CNY534.2
  • Panama canal repairs to take one month
    Panama Canal officials have set aside up to one month to repair leaks discovered in August during the start of testing of the third set of locks. Speaking at the Western Dredging Association's first annual meeting of its Mexico chapter in Mexico City on 1 September, Javier Carrillo, international
  • Shandong Huahai Shipbuilding goes into court receivership
    Shandong Huahai Shipbuilding, a small Chinese shipyard based in Rizhao, Shandong, went into court receivership on application of a compatriot creditor. On 30 August, the Rizhao Intermediate People's Court ruled that it would accept the application filed by Shandong Jintuo Energy for the bankruptcy
  • Jaya Holdings risks delisting after failed acquisition
    Singapore-listed defunct offshore services provider, Jaya Holdings, has terminated its proposed acquisition of Indonesian-based oil palm and timber business Izzisen Global, and faces delisting from Singapore Exchange (SGX) in three months. In its filing to SGX, the company stated that the
  • Subsea 7 wins USD150 million UK contract
    Subsea 7, the London-headquartered seabed-to-surface construction company, said it had won a USD150 million contract from Maersk Oil, part of the AP Moller-Maersk group in Copenhagen. The work entails a subsea, umbilical, riser, and flowline (SURF) for the Culzean development. "The ultra-high

The Loadstarweb site
SEPTEMBER 2, 2015
  • Air cargo antitrust carriers face trial after US court rules there is a case to answer
  • Container lines are bracing themselves for a tough final quarter as margins sink

Marine Logweb site
SEPTEMBER 2, 2015
  • Shipyard uses drone to inspect cargo tank interior
  • WCMRC christens its newest oil spill response vessel
  • Historic "Boblo boat" heads for renovation
  • PGS to cold stack third Ramform vessel
  • Rolls-Royce to design and equip advanced shrimp vessel
  • Halifax Shipyard starts production of first AOPS
  • Fishing vessel groundings prompt alert on fatigue dangers

World Wide Shipperweb site
SEPTEMBER 2, 2015
  • AAR reports rail traffic numbers for week, month, year-to-date
  • Port Angeles-based Coast Guard Cutter makes nearly 3,000 pound marijuana bust
  • Inchcape Shipping Services gives Mississippi draft update
  • Evergreen Group marks launch of final L-type container ship
  • Drewry dry bulk forecast report sees continued decline for market

Lloyd's Listweb site
SEPTEMBER 2, 2015
  • Cyber attack on shipping 'foreseeable'
    Joint Hull Committee and Stephenson Harwood warn that owners need multiple defences
  • Asia-Europe carriers far from victorious
    Spot market snubs September GRIs as supply/demand imbalance continues
  • Swing tonnage won't change our spot focus, says Stena Bulk boss
    Impact of swing tonnage on product tanker earning power not a concern
  • Goldenport independent directors rebuff bid interest
    Discussions believed to be with founding family are now over
  • CIMC unit buys Sinopacific Offshore & Engineering
    Privately owned shipbuilder faces funds shortage
  • Tanker Investments carries through on stock buyback plan
    Move by Oslo-listed tanker player highlights share purchase trend by tanker companies
  • Gard calls for Malacca Straits vigilance
    Risk assessments advised after piracy spate
  • Imabari seals deal for four ultra large boxships
    Yard declines to name the owner or operator
  • Scorpio Bulkers buys back shares again
    Dry bulk giant acquires more than 500,000 common shares in the open market

The Journal of Commerceweb site
SEPTEMBER 2, 2015
  • Container trade reflects difficulties facing BRICs
    While economists debate the growth and prospects of the BRIC nations of Brazil, Russia, India, and China, their global container trade volumes reflect many of the difficulties that have been the focus of headlines around the world. Brazil's container volumes represent a textbook example of what happens when a nation's...
  • US exports are down, but not everywhere
    A strong dollar and uncertain global macroeconomic outlook has led observers to forecast a 2.4 percent drop in U.S. exports this year, but the makeup of that decline is not uniform and some regions have even seen their number of U.S. exports increase. Africa and the Mediterranean are the primary culprits...
  • NYK opens new ro-ro terminal in India
    Loading the NYK Grand Dahlia at Pipavav Port, India.NYK Line is looking to profit off India's booming auto industry with the addition of a new roll-on, roll-off terminal in Pipavav in the state of Gujarat on the country's northwest coast. The terminal's first shipment, a fleet of 1,380 Ford-manufactured Figo Aspire...
  • Europe's Samskip buys Van Dieren to boost intermodal business
    European container logistics company Samskip snapped up the remaining shares of Van Dieren Sweden, a multimodal transportation company that it has partly owned since 2007. The acquisition will give Samskip an even larger presence in Scandinavia, both in domestic markets in Norway and Sweden and in pan-European transport networks. "The acquisition...
  • DP World opens new JNPT facility amid disruptions
    Nhava Sheva International Container Terminal DP World said the commercial launch of its new facility in Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust, named Nhava Sheva (India) Gateway Terminal, helped the country's biggest container handler tackle the turmoil brought on by labor and other disruptions. NSIGT is DP World's second box facility in JNPT, and...
  • Panama Canal repairs won't impact opening, but El Nino threat remains
    Panama Canal officials have said it will take one month to repair leaks discovered in locks for the Pacific side, but warned El Nino is a bigger threat to the canal's operations. Speaking at the Western Dredging Association's first annual meeting of its Mexico chapter in Mexico City on Tuesday, Javier...
  • C.H. Robinson appoints former DHL exec as head of European operations
    C.H. Robinson Worldwide has appointed Jeroen Eljsink, an executive with extensive experience in European logistics, as the head of its European operations. The company is targeting Europe as a part of its growth strategy, and has chosen Eljinsk because of his previous experience heading DHL operations in Germany, the United Kingdom...
  • Revenue plummets at Russian intermodal provider
    Transcontainer, Russia's leading intermodal freight transporter, saw its revenue plummet 64 percent in the first half to $15 million, compared to $41.4 million in 2014, as the decline in Russian trade makes itself felt in companies' bottom lines. Transcontainer's first-quarter container volumes fell slightly, less than 1 percent, to 349,000 TEUs...
  • Truck booking system launched to ease Manila cargo flows
    Container trucks and commuters are forced to co-exist on Manila's notoriously choked streets.HONG KONG - Manila's two main terminals have launched a vehicle booking system that is expected to improve container flows into and out of the port as the Philippines' peak shipping season approaches.The Terminal Appointment Booking System, or...
  • Strike hits Indian ports
    Port of ChennaiA 24-hour strike by unionized dockworkers has disrupted normal operations at some of the key Indian major public ports, including largest container handler Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust, on Wednesday, according to local shipping sources. The stoppage is part of a nationwide industrial action called by all of major trade...
  • Truck booking system launched to ease Manila cargo flows
    Container trucks and commuters are forced to co-exist on Manila's notoriously choked streets.HONG KONG - Manila's two main terminals have launched a vehicle booking system that is expected to improve container flows into and out of the port as the Philippines' peak shipping season approaches.The Terminal Appointment Booking System, or...
  • US domestic intermodal spot rates fall to nearly four-year low
    As peak season nears, U.S. domestic intermodal spot rates last month fell to their lowest point since 2012, a result of intense competition from the over-the-road sector and weaker than usual demand, according to third-party logistics provider IDS. Spot rates to move a 53-foot container from Los Angeles to Chicago were...
  • Retailers suffer high 'stock outs,' GT Nexus survey shows
    U.S. retailers are currently "destocking" high levels of inventory, while dealing with "unprecedented levels" of out-of-stock inventory, both online and in stores, according to GT Nexus. In a consumer survey, the supply chain technology company found that 75 percent of shoppers experienced an "out-of-stock" moment at a store in the...

TradeWindsweb site
SEPTEMBER 2, 2015
  • VLCCs take upward turn
    VLCCs are surging upward this week as fixture volume comes back into the market and charterers source more cargoes from West Africa.
  • Trio unite 147 ships
    Borealis Maritime, Reederei Nord and Bernhard Schulte have struck a deal to combine their chartering activities in the containership and bulker space.
  • FREE wins lucrative deal
    FreeSeas has inked a charter contract at a rate that sits comfortably ahead of today's Baltic index.
  • Shipping's new inspector
    Poland's Remontowa shipyard has found a pioneering way to inspect vessels undergoing repair works.
  • The 96% drop
    The over-tonnaged North Sea anchor-handler (AHTS) market is struggling with rock-bottom rates that show a 96% drop from the peaks of 2014.
  • Abbott: "Just not true"
    Australia's prime minister Tony Abbott has refuted claims that a governmental representative proposed to a domestic shipping company that it should replace its Australian workforce with foreign labour.
  • Boxes burn off Africa
    Worden containership suffers fire off the coast of Namibia.
  • Arms ship held in Greece
    A general cargo vessel has been found carrying guns without the necessary documentation in Greek waters.
  • Korean yards face strike
    Union leaders at South Korea's nine major shipbuilders are planning a walk-out over wages and job cuts.
  • Arms ship held
    A general cargo vessel has been found carrying guns without the necessary documentation in Greek waters.
  • US eyes icebreaker
    US president Barack Obama is aiming to spend around $1bn on a powerful new icebreaker to boost Arctic capacity.
  • Passengers protest
    Passengers had to be ejected from a Royal Caribbean cruiseship in China after an itinerary change.
  • Minoan on the mend
    Minoan Lines of Greece has seen its cost-efficiency policy over the last few years deliver a positive result in its first half bottom line.
  • Oakland clears backlog
    The US port of Oakland has seen its backlog of containerships reduce over the last three weeks as it brought in more staff.
  • Gal joins Sterling
    Sterling Shipping has added former XT Shipping and Ace Tankers man Adir Gal to its team.
  • Edelweiss takes over
    Restructuring specialist appoints CEO at Bharati Shipyard as it reaches 70% debt ownership.
  • MSC in China tie-up
    MSC Cruises is teaming up with Chinese outbound tourism service provider CAISSA Touristic Group in a bid to crack the world's most populous nation.
  • Aussie rules slammed
    The chairman of an Australian shipping company has hit out at new rules he says will hit jobs and growth.
  • Polarcus strikes again
    Middle East owner Polarcus has revealed its second seismic survey contract in two days.
  • PGS cold-stacks another
    Petroleum Geo-Services (PGS) is being forced to cold-stack a third Ramform seismic survey vessel due to the industry downturn.
  • Orders up, demo down
    Tanker newbuilding levels are up 7% in the first six months of this year compared to a year ago, new research shows.
  • Scorpio keeps buying
    Scorpio Bulkers has continued its share buy-back program with its second deal to buy company stock in just over one week.
  • Malaysia to take on pirates
    Malaysia is reported to be establishing a task force to combat the piracy gangs threatening regional shipping.
  • TEN ties up product tanker
    Owner fixes tanker at 20% premium to its previous rate thanks to stronger tanker market.

American Shipperweb site
SEPTEMBER 2, 2015
  • New app to help Boston port truckers check box availability
  • French-Chinese consortium wins terminal concession in Cameroon
  • Port of Oakland: Ship queue has disappeared
  • SeaLand to charter space on CMA CGM vessels
  • AIIS: Steel import restrictions will harm supply chain
  • Americold to build cold storage facility in Portland
  • European Gateway rail freight service increases frequency
  • Toll Global Forwarding expands operations
  • CBP discovers first in nation pest at the Port of Norfolk
  • Executive Moves: C.H. Robinson, Transplace and England Logistics

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
SEPTEMBER 2, 2015
  • Minoan Lines in profit
    First positive result in 15 years.
  • Energy efficiency gets Danish focus
    As part of Danish Maritime Days 2015.
  • Pressure to save money on bunkers has eased
    Low bunker prices are undermining shipping companies' commitment to slow steaming, says BIMCO analyst.
  • Bunker markets end brief rally
    Singapore prices falling after four days of price hikes.
  • Gulf of Finland LNG project moves ahead
    Nine-strong gas bunker fleet possible.
  • Cockett establishes market presence at Rotterdam
    Starts office headed by Robin van Elderen as general manager, it tells Platts Bunkerworld.
  • Gulf Petrochem boosts bunker trading team in UAE
    Deepak Dharwal will focus on GP's Middle East bunkering operations.
  • Malaysia: Vessels arrested over illegal fuel transfer
    Alleged operation involved 500 mt of marine fuel.
  • New hire at Orion
    Pakistani bunker company adds sales manager.
  • Kochi update: Bunkering activities uninterrupted
    Operations unaffected by refuelling station shutdown, a source tells Platts Bunkerworld.
  • Titan Petrochemicals 'likely' to resume trading conditions
    Both subscribers intend to complete subscriptions, it says.
  • Commodity trading firm expands Singapore fuel oil desk
    Freight Investor Services looking to increase business volumes on oil in Asia, source tells Platts Bunkerworld.
  • Legal Advisor: All eyes on upcoming OW Bunker claims case
    'Parties are again back to holding their breath to await the final decision,' says Singapore-based source.
  • Singapore bunkering fleet strengthens
    Brightoil and Max Oil expand operations.
  • White paper published on 'fuel-saving' waste heat recovery system
    Calnetix's Hydrocurrent system was approved by ClassNK and LR earlier this year.
  • Nigeria to crackdown on oil theft
    By using drones and working with the country's navy.
  • MARAD launches trial for hydrogen fuel-cell powered container
    Performance feedback and data will be recorded during a six-month trial period.
  • Total Lubmarine resumes service at China's Tianjin port
    However, ships must provide an extra day of advance notice for the firm's services.

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