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August 6, 2015
Sched Netweb site
  • CMA CGM upgrades southern Caribbean loop with newbuild as market dictates
  • New rail service to help boost throughput at Santos' Embraport in Brazil
  • 9,962-TEU wide beamed Jenny Box joins Maersk's China-India service
  • Singapore's NOL seen as sales target because of its young fleet
  • MOL posts quarterly loss to US$41 million as revenues fall 12pc
  • APL posts US$10.9 million net loss, sales fall 22pc to $1.32 billion
  • CMA CGM to resume service to Iran following nuclear deal with west
  • Danish freight forwarder DSV profit increases 10pc as revenue rises 45pc
  • Hong Kong 3rd runway finally gets green light, but travellers to foot part of bill
  • Cathay gets in early before Rickenbacker opens cargo terminal in 2016
  • Air China seeks US$1.93 billion in private placement to buy 15 big jets

Exim Indiaweb site
AUGUST 5, 2015
  • India defers taking delivery of LNG cargoes from Qatar; demands rate cut
  • Jochen Thewes appointed CEO of Schenker AG
  • Renewal of GSP by US to help Indian exporters
  • Adani Hazira Port now connected by rail to Central India
  • CoPT mulling building northern berth island
  • KPCT & MCCI hold business interaction in Chennai
  • Port of Rotterdam throughput grows in H1; to continue focus on potential segments
  • Truck rentals may fall by 5 pc this month
  • Ex-im trade to have benefit of single window clearance system soon
  • India imports 75 pc of steel from China, Korea & Japan in Q1
  • INR turns weak on fresh dollar demand
  • Manufacturing sector grows at fastest pace in six months in July

IHS Maritimeweb site
AUGUST 5, 2015
  • Teekay buys Principal's Suezmax feet
    Teekay Tankers has emerged as the winning bidder for Principal Maritime's Suezmax fleet, ending months of speculation. NYSE-listed Teekay Tankers will pay USD662 million in cash and shares for 12 Suezmaxes built in 2005-13: the Princimar Courage, Princimar Pride, Princimar Integrity, Princimar
  • BW Group wins FSRU contract with Egyptian company
    BW Group has won a contract to use a floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) to regasify LNG for the Egyptian Natural Gas Holding Company (EGAS). The Singapore-based company said the FSRU BW Singapore, which it ordered from Samsung Heavy Industries for USD260 million in April, would be used
  • Port of Yokohama's cargo traffic drops in May
    Port of Yokohama's cargo traffic slipped 4.5% year on year to 9.293 million tonnes in May due to a plunge in domestic trade. While the Japanese port's foreign trade crept up 1.3% year on year to 6.185 million tonnes in May, its domestic trade slumped 14.3% to 3.108 million tonnes, according to
  • Inchcape chief Hyldager quits
    Captain Claus Hyldager, chief executive of Inchape Shipping Services (ISS) for the last nine years, is unexpectedly leaving his post. The maritime services group said Captain Hyldager decided to step down yesterday (4 August) without any explanation. Inchape told IHS Maritime it would not be
  • Bourbon lays up 26 supply vessels
    French offshore vessel operator Bourbon has taken 26 supply vessels out of service amid the continuing slump in offshore oil and gas activity. More lay-ups could follow and Bourbon will continue to "stack" vessels without any prospect of activity for three months or more, said the company. The
  • Dry bulk scrapping faces 'perfect storm'
    Bulker demolitions are poised to dwindle amid a "perfect storm" of cheap steel, improved freight rates, and monsoon weather, says Khalid Hashim, managing director of Thailand-based dry-bulker Precious Shipping. Hashim told IHS Maritime that scrapping, which has benefited the Cape sector in
  • FSL Trust posts five-fold profit rise
    FSL Trust Management (FSLTM) posted a profit of USD6.15 million for the second quarter ended 30 June 2015, up 516% year on year on higher revenue. The Singapore-listed shipowner's second-quarter revenue climbed 19.9% to USD27.5 million through its strategic deployment of redelivered vessels and
  • Samsun Logix restructuring proceedings get under way
    Seoul Central District Court ruled on 3 August to start rehabilitation proceedings for Korean shipping company Samsun Logix. Hur Hyun-Chul, a former Samsun Logix CEO, has been appointed as the company's custodian as it tries to work out its debts, largely to Korea Line Corporation (KLC). In a
  • POSH profits tumble 49%
    PACC Offshore Services Holding (POSH) posted a 49% year-on-year slide in profit to USD6.1 million for the second quarter of 2015, despite increasing its revenue. The Singapore-listed offshore services provider's second-quarter revenue climbed 22% to USD71 million. POSH's revenue gain was mainly
  • Hutchinson faces two-pronged industrial unrest
    Hutchinson Ports Holdings (HPH) is embroiled in industrial unrest on two fronts over plans to slash its workforce and cut costs. The Hong Kong-based global operator was encouraged by the Australian government to get a foothold in Brisbane and Sydney container terminals in 2012 to end a 'duopoly' of
  • Yangzijiang profit drops 17%
    Singapore-listed shipbuilder Yangzijiang Shipbuilding Holdings' profit for the second quarter of 2015 shrank 17% on a year ago despite higher revenue contribution for the period. The company recorded CNY5.7 million (USD0.9 million) in revenue for second-quarter 2015, up 34% on a year ago, mainly
  • Sainty Marine appoints new chairman
    Shenzhen-listed Sainty Marine on 3 August announced the appointment of Zhang Shunfu as its chairman. Zhang, 53, is also the chairman of Sainty International Group, chairman and general manager of Sainty Metals & Minerals Company, as well as the general manager of China National Nonferrous Metals
  • Swiber bags $80m Latin American job
    Singapore-listed offshore services provider Swiber Holdings has clinched a USD80 million pipeline contract for a Latin American-based global energy company. According to the company's filing to the Singapore Exchange, Swiber will provide installation of monobuoys, pipeline-end manifolds, and a
  • OOIL sells and leases back three 8,063 teu container ships
    Orient Overseas (International) (OOIL), the parent company of Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL), has sold and leased back three 8,063 teu container ships to raise a total of USD157.6 million. The three vessels, identified as 2004-built OOCL Ningbo, 2005-built OOCL Tianjin, and 2004-built OOCL

The Loadstarweb site
AUGUST 5, 2015
  • IAG inks new air cargo deal with Qatar as Lufthansa switches freight pricing plan
  • Shipping lines now focus on the battle to raise rates on some other troubled routes
  • Can Egypt afford Suez route canal work? Industry and logistics may pay the bills

Marine Logweb site
AUGUST 5, 2015
  • Phone call ends Mistral delivery dispute
  • GE inks gas turbine service contract for fastest ferry
  • VT Halter promotes five, hires one
  • Blount Boats launches tanker for APT
  • Rolls-Royce inks gas turbine contract for Type 26 frigates
  • Totem Ocean picks Keppel for RO/RO LNG conversions
  • SCA launches Know Your Ship campaign

World Wide Shipperweb site
AUGUST 5, 2015
  • Totem Ocean Trainer Express inks deal for vessel LNG conversion
  • Railroad association releases traffic totals for week, month
  • Replica of famous schooner to visit Port of Everett this month
  • Matson posts numbers for quarter, half year
  • Inchcape Shipping Services warns of Chilean weather woes

Lloyd's Listweb site
AUGUST 5, 2015
  • Dorian LPG reports improved earnings and launches share buyback
    VLGC owner enjoys high spot earnings amid fleet expansion
  • Poseidon backers pulled 'fully-subscribed' IPO
    While Chinese meltdown hit pricing, warnings of initial trading performance were also key to decision
  • Teekay Tankers wins Principal suezmaxes
    Successful $662m bid for 12 tankers lifts fleet to 44 vessels
  • Could freehold sale revitalise Bristol's box hub ambitions?
    Land agreement will allow it to "compete and invest on equal terms", says UK port
  • Yangzijiang Shipbuilding reports weaker earnings
    But China-based yard supported by boxship orders
  • Safe Bulkers may switch to secondhand investments
    Polys Hajioannou sees attractive deals emerging in 2016 as owner shies away from more orders
  • New Suez Canal channel set to speed up transits but bottlenecks remain
    APM Terminals' SCCT sets sights on further canal expansion that may be announced on same day as formal opening
  • Change of leadership at Inchcape
    ISS chief executive Hyldager's sudden departure sees board seeking permanent replacement
  • Genco reduces red ink in second quarter
    Completion of merger with Baltic Trading creates 70-ship fleet
  • Gener8 finishes post-merger quarter well in the black
    Georgiopoulos-led tie-up between General Maritime and Navig8 will take delivery of 21 more newbuildings to 2017
  • OOIL sells a post-Panamax boxship for $53.6m
    Details of sale to Global Ship Lease emerge in Hong Kong filing
  • Matson profits dip as Horizon costs and pollution settlement bite
    Hawaii liner and logistics company paid $11m to Hawaii for 2013 molasses spill

The Journal of Commerceweb site
AUGUST 5, 2015
  • IAG Cargo extends, expands Qatar Airways deal
    LONDON - IAG Cargo has indefinitely extended the capacity partnership agreement with Qatar Airways that marked the Anglo-Spanish carrier's exit from freighter operations a year ago. The merged British Airways-Iberia carrier said it has also expanded the number of destinations covered by the deal to nine routes. "Our freighter partnership model with...
  • Nova Scotia port projects waiting for carriers to bite
    Two groups in Nova Scotia are racing to nail down a long-term commitment by one or more container lines to call at their proposed deep-water container terminals with super post-Panamax ships on rotations from Asia to Europe. The two rival groups, which are promoting greenfield terminals at Melford and Sydney close...
  • Port Everglades lands SeaLand-APL port call
    SeaLand and APL have selected Port Everglades as the first and last U.S. call for their recently launched Americas joint service. After launching their joint service in late June, the carriers temporarily used Miami as their South Florida port. The first Port Everglades call is scheduled Aug. 29. Florida International Terminal will...
  • Rail industry expects US intermodal traffic acceleration
    After modest intermodal growth in the second quarter, railroads and the top intermodal trade association maintain intermodal growth will kick into a higher gear before the end of the year. Total intermodal growth in North America was up 4.5 percent year-over-year in the second quarter of 2015, up from 2 percent...
  • Former JOC maritime desk editor, Ron Spina, dies
    Ronald J. "Pee" Spina, a former Maritime Intelligence editor of The Journal of Commerce, died suddenly Sunday at his home in Palmer Township, Pennsylvania. He was 74. Ron spent his entire professional career at The Journal of Commerce where he manned the maritime intelligence desk. His duties included contacting shipping lines...
  • More trans-Pacific ships arriving on time, SeaIntel reports
    On-time performance of ships in the Asia-to-U.S. West Coast trade reached 71.4 percent in June as carriers' schedule reliability in the trade improved for the fourth consecutive month, SeaIntel Maritime Analysis reported. Click to EnlargeWhen West Coast ports were brought to near-standstill during last winter's negotiations for a longshore labor contract,...
  • US truck capacity rises, JOC index shows
    Truck capacity in the U.S. is still tighter than it was before the recession, but after five consecutive quarters of economic growth, more tractor-trailers are hitting the road. Since the second quarter of 2014, large truckload carriers have expanded their fleets, often to bolster specific services. That activity pushed the JOC...
  • Matson 'confident' about higher China express rates
    Matson said it expects its new Alaska service, improved rates in the carrier's China express service, and growth in its core Hawaii market to produce improvement from second quarter results that were dinged by non-recurring charges. "The second quarter was an eventful one for us, and we are confident of what...
  • Mallory Alexander International Logistics deploys massive aircraft for cargo shipment to Ukraine
    MEMPHIS, Tenn. One of the largest cargo airplanes in the world was deployed by Mallory Alexander International Logistics to expedite a client's shipment of compressed gas containers to Ukraine in early July. Mallory Alexander client Nova Gas based in Charleston, S.C., had an urgent need to transport two large, empty compressed gas containers to Ukraine...
  • Slide show: Top 10 fastest-growing US import ports
    Eight ports on the U.S. East Coast made substantial gains in import market share in the first six months of 2015. A booming import market, West Coast diversions tied to the recent labor crisis, and port investments helped East and Gulf Coast ports edge out all but one of their...
  • Australian labor takes aim at Hutchison Port Holdings
    Sydney HarborHutchison Port Holdings is facing labor backlash on multiple fronts in Australia over plans to slash its workforce and turn to automation in a bid to cut costs, spurring work stoppages for four hours on July 30 in Brisbane and Monday in Sydney. After the Australian government encouraged the Hong...
  • APMT Mumbai shuttered over labor unrest
    There is no end in sight to the congestion and labor issues that have long troubled Gateway Terminals India in the Nhava Sheva port complex, India's busiest container gateway. The APM Terminals facility, which accounts for nearly half of Nhava Sheva's total throughput, on Tuesday issued a trade advisory temporarily suspending...
  • Carmack provisions firmly rooted in transportation law
    Q: I read your column every issue, but I keep finding that you seem to be rooted firmly in the past. In particular, a lot of your questions have to do with loss-and-damage claims, often on motor carrier shipments. Your answers seem to rely mostly on long-out-of-date law and court decisions...
  • Global air cargo slowdown continues
    LONDON - The slowing growth rate in global air cargo demand continued into June with volume inching up just 1.2 percent from a year ago, according to the International Air Transport Association. Growth in the first half of the year has slowed to 3.5 percent from a 5.8 percent year-over-year expansion...
  • Lufthansa Cargo, SwissWorldCargo introduce new pricing structure
    LONDON - Lufthansa Cargo and its affiliate Swiss WorldCargo are introducing a new simplified pricing system for the winter season in response to "the volatility of external cost factors." From October 25 the carriers' pricing will consist of just two components - a net rate and an "airfreight surcharge" that will...
  • Global Ship Lease starts to pay dividends after Q2 profit
    LONDON - Global Ship Lease, the NYSE-listed container ship-owner, has started to pay dividends as it reported strong second-quarter results and signalled its intention to grow its charter fleet. The London-based company swung to a net profit of $2.9 million in the three months through June 30 from a $2.3 million...
  • Idle container fleet increases amid uncertain trade outlook
    LONDON - The idle containership fleet is continuing to grow amid a muted peak-shipping season and an increasing number of cancelled sailings on the Asia-Europe route, according to industry analyst Alphaliner. There were 127 unemployed ships over 500 twenty-foot-equivalent units by the end of July, with a total capacity of 345,900...
  • E-commerce drives investment in China's reefer logistics networks
    The forecast for the global cold chain market is certainly bright. Research firm MarketsandMarkets projects the sector will expand by a compound annual growth rate of 15.6 percent between 2014 and 2019, led by growing demand in developing markets such as China, India and Latin America. Asia-Pacific is a particularly...
  • US scrap metal exports forecast to keep plunging
    U.S. scrap metal exports took a tumble in the first half of 2015 and are expected to fall even more by year's end, as the strong U.S. dollar continues to weigh on all American exports. In the first five months of 2015, U.S. ocean exports of scrap metal fell 4.7 percent...
  • Seattle and Tacoma cement alliance
    Port of SeattleThe commissioners of the Ports of Seattle and Tacoma have given the final OK needed to launch an alliance aimed at helping the former rivals stave off growing competition, and regain market share. Facing increased competition from Port Metro Vancouver and Prince Rupert, the Northwest Seaport Alliance will allow...

TradeWindsweb site
AUGUST 5, 2015
  • Totem Ocean picks Keppel
    Totem Ocean Trailer Express (Totem Ocean) has selected Keppel Offshore & Marine (Keppel O&M) to convert a ro-ro to run on LNG.
  • VLCC rates crumble
    VLCC day rates have tumbled by 23.8% in the past week as thin charter interest in the Middle East market has left a long list of available tonnage.
  • Valemax boost for capes?
    Is the Valemax fleet making a positive contribution to capesize rates?
  • Mercator Ltd loss grows
    Mercator Ltd nearly doubled its loss in the fiscal fourth quarter amid declining revenue and a still-challenging dry-bulk market.
  • P&O profits in Channel
    P&O's freight shipments in the Channel have reached record levels since French industrial action hit the port of Calais.
  • Princimar praise for Teekay Tankers
    Teekay Tankers' $662m capture of the Principal Maritime fleet has been met with initial approval on Wall Street.
  • Renzi wins yard victory
    Italian prime minister Matteo Renzi has won political backing to keep state shipbuilder Fincantieri's Monfalcone yard open.
  • Fredriksen sells suezmax
    Ship Finance International (SFI) has terminated a charter agreement for a suezmax with sister company Frontline after it found a buyer for the vessel.
  • TNG taps Nord/LB
    Croatia's Tankerska Next Generation (TNG) has clinched a loan of up to $47.45m to fill the finance gap on two new MR tankers.
  • Pioneer raises $25m
    Pankaj Khanna-led owner secures cash to fund 12 new handysize bulkers in China.
  • Wilson's S&P comeback
    Wilson ASA is looking to renew its fleet by targeting time charters and new vessel acquisitions.
  • Teekay Tankers wins Princimar race
    Teekay Tankers has swept up the fleet of Apollo backed Principal Maritime Tankers in a $662m deal.
  • Teekay Tankers wins Apollo race
    New York-listed owner confirms long-anticipated suezmax fleet purchase with $662m deal.
  • Seiho swoops for LPG pair
    Japan's Seiho Kaiun has turned to domestic yard Asakawa Shipbuilding for two new LPG carriers.
  • Dorian begins buy-back
    Dorian LPG has given the green light to a $100m share buy-back programme as it reported an upturn in first quarter profit today.
  • PSV problem
    The dire market for platform supply vessels (PSVs) is set to be further tested by a long list of new deliveries before the end of 2016, despite delays and cancellations.
  • Livanos in Goldman deal
    Peter Livanos has freed up some cash via a deal with Goldman Sachs involving a portion of his Euronav stock.
  • Molasses hit Matson
    Hawaii spill and Horizon deal costs take a toll on US liner company's Q2 earnings.
  • Fast ferry hits dock
    An Irish Ferries vessel has hit a dock in Wales during gale-force winds.
  • Bourbon hits record
    French offshore shipping giant Bourbon has logged its best ever first half revenue despite "a very challenging market."
  • OOCL confirms sale
    OOCL has completed its third sale-and-leaseback deal with Global Ship Lease (GSL) over the last year.
  • POSH profit dips
    PACC Offshore Services Holdings (POSH) has seen a drop in second quarter profits as it continues to battle the tough times plaguing the offshore sector.
  • Gener8 mixed in debut quarter
    Tanker owner posts strong profit but spot market numbers lag behind peers due to vettings.
  • "Not true at all"
    The UK's Thanet Council has denied Euroferries will start a new ferry run to France from Ramsgate later this year.
  • Red ink for Genco
    US-listed bulker owner Genco Shipping & Trading has reported a net loss of $78.8m for the first half of its current financial year after second quarter losses came in at $40.3m.
  • Latin job for Swiber
    Singapore-listed Swiber Holdings has signed a letter of intent for a job with what it describes as a first time global energy client in Latin America to provide installation services for a submarine pipeline.
  • Inchcape CEO walks
    Claus Hyldager has resigned his position as chief executive at global maritime services company Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS).
  • POSH profits dip
    PACC Offshore Services Holdings (POSH) has seen a drop in second quarter profits as it continues to battle the tough times plaguing the offshore sector.

American Shipperweb site
AUGUST 5, 2015
  • Amazon's latest plans for delivery drones
  • IAG Cargo expands partnership with Qatar Airways
  • Expeditors International sees strong Q2 results
  • FTR: North American truck orders up in July
  • Swiss, Lufthansa update cargo pricing structure
  • Proposed Scottish railfreight park receives approval
  • Totem Ocean Trailer Express picks yard for LNG conversion
  • Matson Q2 profits hit by one-time expenses
  • International intermodal container traffic grows sharply in second quarter
  • Executive Moves: Norfolk Southern, Inchcape, Llamasoft, Hanson Logistics and BSM
  • Ports of Seattle, Tacoma hope Northwest Seaport Alliance will help regain cargo market share
  • FWI: U.S. cargo thefts decreasing in volume, value
  • K + N closes ReTrans acquisition

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
AUGUST 5, 2015
  • Keppel to convert TOTE RoRo ship to burn LNG
    Firm says its the 'world's first conversion of a large RoRo vessel to LNG'.
  • Slow steaming stalled growth in NOx emissions
    Satellite measurements are giving a clearer picture NOx emissions from ships.
  • Super typhoon heading towards Taiwan
    Bunkering operations wer continuing as normal on Wednesday.
  • Oil product glut adds to pressure on crude
    'All signals point to weaker margins, which mean lower runs.'
  • Endofa starts Panama operation
    Seasoned player heads up new venture.
  • Tug collision in New Jersey results in oil spill
    Vessel collided with a fuel terminal pier on Saturday.
  • Vessel fuel monitoring solution prevents cheating in Nigeria
    'You will not be making money' when bunkers get stolen, says technology solutions provider.
  • Cockett expands operations to India
    New Mumbai-based office 'will provide opportunities for the group', says CEO.
  • US west coast 'largest' biorefinery changes hands
    Company supplies fuel to the transport sector, including shipping.
  • Cockett expanding operations to India
    New Mumbai-based office 'will provide opportunities for the group', says CEO.
  • Fuel, diesel storage terminal in Pernis starts operations
    Former BP facility is now owned by Koole Terminals.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
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Arrival ports by:
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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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