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February 13, 2015

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West coast employers deny dockers super holiday weekend pay Hanjin quits Portland after two years of dock union trouble LA port to join Long Beach in imposing new eco-costs on customers Port Tracker: US imports rise despite threat of west coast port closure Ocean 3 start DP World Southampton calls ahead of 2M dockings Eve of national strike, Canadian Pacific's CFO resigns suddenly Reefer madness: USWC pile up means paying US$400 a day per box CMA CGM boosts spending in start up TRAXENS Cargotec 2014 profit surges 30pc on 2nd corporate upgrade plan U-Freight named Taiwan trusted trader as units pass muster worldwide Shanghai YTO Express drone serves tea to Alibaba customers NYC catches up to America, allows 53-foot trucks on roads to JFK UK's Freight Transport Association: London must add air cargo capacity

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FEBRUARY 12, 2015
Cosco Shipping holds trade get-together in Mumbai MAWINGU service calls Mundra International Container Terminal AMTOI leads international delegation to JN Port Sri Lanka approves $1.4-bn Colombo Port City project by China despite objection Investor interest in SEZs seen waning

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Turkish customs need warning EMS Log adds Hamburg to network More cool logistics in Spain and Italy New lineup for MNX NA team Leading the way in rail handling Cosco introduces new link from Koper Five more triple seven freighters for Korean Air SR Technics expands KN partnership in Middle East Ela Container Offshore eyes growth in Texas Work at US west coast ports grinds to a halt Bode launches "Old Swede" shuttle Trade a top performer Valentine's Day even sweeter with Crowley Fresh Royal Air Maroc reaching further into Africa Port of Switzerland notes box volume upsurge

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FEBRUARY 12, 2015
Five die in Petrobras FPSO explosion Five crew members were killed and four were still missing after an explosion on floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) unit Cidade de São Mateus on 11 February, BW Offshore confirmed. Online news sources reported that the cause of the explosion and consequent fire was a gas leak, but BW MPM doubles profit in Q1 2015 Singapore-listed offshore services provider Marco Polo Marine (MPM) doubled its profits year on year (y/y) for the first quarter ending 30 September 2015 to SGD6.8 million (USD5 million) despite lower earnings. Revenues for the first quarter of 2015 dropped 12% y/y to SGD26.6 million from SGD30.1 E.ON to ship LNG from US shale projects The LNG carrier Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) ordered from Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME) yesterday to service a shipping contract with the trading arm of power company E.ON would haul cargoes from US shale projects. Releasing more details today, MOL said the membrane-type LNG carrier Harim-JKL consortium to take over Pan Ocean South Korean bulker operator Pan Ocean has signed a contract with a consortium comprising poultry processor Harim Group and private equity player JKL yesterday, sealing the acquisition of the troubled bulker operator. The contract signing follows an approval from the Seoul Central District Court, Thomas Miller launches digital library app Thomas Miller has launched an app through which a 'digital library' of the group's news and information can be accessed. Speaking to IHS Maritime today, a Thomas Miller official said that the app forms part of the group's strategy to be a "forward thinking, technology-led company". In addition, she ILO considers developing an e-passport for seafarers Technical upgrades to seafarers' identity documents (SIDs) should improve shore leave opportunities, a meeting of employers, trades unions and government held at the International Labour Organization (ILO) in Geneva agreed on Monday. The meeting discussed ways to improve take-up of ILO Convention Costa Concordia's Schettino sentenced to 16 years in prison Costa Concordia master Francesco Schettino has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for his role in the capsize and sinking of the huge cruise ship off the Italian island of Giglio with the loss of 32 lives in January 2012. The three judges at the court in Grosseto in Tuscanny, who began the Odfjell in second restructuring within a year Odfjell, the listed Norwegian chemical carrier and tank terminals group, said it has decided to launch a second restructuring programme within a year of reporting a loss for both 4Q14 and the full year 2014. "Odfjell SE has initiated a restructuring plan that, when fully implemented, is estimated Wärtsilä rides the LNG wave Finnish power supplier Wärtsilä announced yesterday that it had been awarded a contract for a further 30 50DF dual-fuel engines. The units will be used on five Arc 7 design ice-class LNG carriers under construction at the Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering (DSME) yard in South Korea. The MPA revokes licences of two bunker suppliers The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has revoked the licences of two bunker suppliers, Hong Fatt Oil Trading and Tankoil Marine Services. The authority said that from 9 February, the companies have been barred from operating as bunker suppliers and bunker craft operators in Singapore. Aberdeen launches code to protect dolphins Europe's principal marine support centre for the energy sector in the North Sea and Atlantic Margin, Aberdeen Harbour has today launched a vessel Code of Practice to protect bottlenose and other dolphins that live and feed by the harbour mouth. To be widely distributed to vessel owners, port users, Swiber secures USD310 million EPCIC contract Singapore-listed offshore services provider Swiber Holdings has secured an engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning (EPCIC) contract worth USD310 million, marking its second-largest contract win to date. Under the contract, project work will involve a full suite of Nam Cheong net profit hikes 47% Singapore-listed offshore vessels builder Nam Cheong reported today a 47% hike to MYR302.2 million (USD83.6 million) in its net profit for the financial year ended on 31 December 2014. Revenue soared by 53% to MYR1.9 billion, thanks to the delivery of 24 vessels in 2014 compared with the 20 vessels HHI deteriorates into USD2 billion loss Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) has posted a KRW2.21 trillion (USD2 billion) loss for 2014, reversing a KRW146.3 billion profit for 2013. A full-year loss was expected, given that HHI had recorded losses of KRW616.6 billion and KRW1.175 trillion for the second and third quarter of 2014 respectively. Vessel crash results in spill at Kaohsiung Port A Marshall Islands-flagged vessel crashed into Pier 61 at Kaohsiung Port on 9 February, spilling 11,580 litres of bunker. The ship berthed at Pier 61 at 06:20 h local time that day. However, due to operational mistake, it ran into the terminal and broke the oil tank on its port side, spilling MOL orders LNG carrier from DSME Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has ordered an LNG carrier from Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME). DSME, South Korea's third biggest shipbuilder, announced today that the 180,000 m³ ship would be used to service a shipping contract MOL had signed with German energy supplier E.ON. The ship, to Norwegian operator orders eight engines from GE Marine GE Marine has announced the sale of eight of its IMO Tier III-compliant engines to Norwegian ferry operator, Bastø Fosen. The diesels will be for both new and re-powered vessels. The engines are able to meet both IMO Tier III and the US EPA Tier 4 emissions standards without Selective Catalytic Keppel, SMM unlikely to face rig cancellation UOB Kay Hian Securities thinks that the cancellation of rig contracts between Keppel Corporation (Keppel), Sembcorp Marine (SMM) and Brazilian oil company Petrobras is unlikely in the wake of bribery allegations by the Brazilian media. Both Singapore-based rig-builders, Keppel and SMM, remain US box terminals schedule shutdowns Container terminals on the US West Coast will suspend work for four days to avoid paying premium wages to dockworkers engaged in work slowdowns. The Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) announced yesterday that vessel loading and unloading will be suspended on two holidays - 12 and 16 February - as

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FEBRUARY 12, 2015
Voith Turbo names Suarez VP Americas for Marine Group Polar Star makes progress on Antarctic rescue mission Conrad receives NASA award for work on Pegasus barge First tug in new Damen ASD class goes to work in Hamburg Insurers still see too many navigational claims Norwegian ferry operator opts for non-SCR GE diesels Hyundai Heavy reports more red ink Ulstein makes organizational changes

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FEBRUARY 12, 2015
Hanjin Shipping to discontinue direct calls to Port of Portland U.S. rail freight traffic sees increase during week CrowleyFresh to handle 17,000 Valentine's Day floral orders Everett Port Commissioners tap PND for waterfront project infrastructure design Coast Guard Cutter POLAR STAR responds to vessel stuck in ice

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FEBRUARY 12, 2015
TEN wins $10m storage gig for its sole VLCC Tanker owner says cheaper oil should boost both crude and product carriers Economou eyes new tanker spree Greece-based owner may tweak details of Tankships deal for investors Game-changing Arabian rail project edges forward Link between the six Gulf Co-operation Council states will benefit regional shipping by improving supply chain efficiency Dry bulk market has bottomed out due to weaker supply, says MOL Nagata is optimistic about the market's future, regardless of the shrunken proceeds seen in his dry bulker division Swedish Club advises on navigational claims Crews must raise game on procedures and communications Tsuneishi to expand Asian foothold with greenfield yard Shipbuilder's president Kenji Kawano says announcement will come soon Spanish port throughput edges close to pre-crisis levels Cement imports for construction, agricultural products and energy commodities such as coal play starring roles Portland begins search for new transpacific partner US port to focus on recruiting Hanjin replacement and rerouting cargo following carrier's decision to pull Portland call Sulphur regulations remain a headache for owners From route closures to issues surrounding compliance and engine performance, the arrival of new sulphur emission regulations at the start of the year have been anything but simple Brokers welcome key players' chartering pact But low iron ore demand may dampen the first-quarter market Odfjell posts $18m loss as chemical market struggles to recover However, chemical carrier sees improvements from last year and further advances expected in 2015 US west coast ports to close for four days over holiday weekend ILWU accuses employers of trying to deliberately sabotage contract negotiations Russian shipping rides out sanctions, depreciation and oil price plunge Crude exports hold up but ports feel the pinch Freight forwarders savour a bumper year Larger players post container volume growth way ahead of the industry average Yard Talk \| Shipbuilders may welcome swaps from bulker orders to tankers, but not from offshore projects Profitability plays essential role when yards mull over conversion requests

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FEBRUARY 12, 2015
Debate erupts over damage to ag exports from the West Coast labor standoff What is the true impact of the West Coast labor showdown on U.S. agricultural exports? There is no question that exports are being hurt due to port delays stemming from the months-long, acrimonious and still-unresolved negotiations between West Coast dockworkers and management. The media have been filled since late last year... Vancouver sees 4 percent TEU growth in 2015 after record-setting 2014 Port Metro Vancouver, British Columbia, expects container volume to expand roughly 4 percent this year after traffic increased 3.1 percent in 2014 to a record 2.9 million TEUs. Container volume in 2014 would have been even stronger if a drayage strike and shorter berthing windows for exports didn't hamper business, Port... McEllrath to ILWU rank and file: Ignore 'PMA's bullshit' The president of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union recorded a video message urging members to support ILWU contract negotiators and ignore "bullshit" from the Pacific Maritime Association. ILWU President Robert McEllrath issued the brief statement, which is circulating on Youtube, after the PMA said it would halt vessel loading and... Concor project jumps on export-import volume growth Container Corporation of India reported a 21 percent year-over-year jump in net income for its fiscal third quarter, to Rs. 301 crore (about $48.5 million), in a filing to the Bombay Stock Exchange Thursday. The state-owned intermodal logistics provider's income from operations in the three months through Dec. 31 totaled $234... CSX promotes Munoz to president Oscar MunozCSX Transportation's chief operations officer, Oscar Munoz, has taken on role of president at the railroad from Michael Ward, who will remain CEO and chairman, after the company's board of directors voted for the changes Wednesday. Munoz, who served as chief financial officer and vice president of AT&T Consumer Services... FMC scrutinizing demurrage fees related to port congestion WASHINGTON - As part of a broader report on U.S. port congestion due this summer, federal maritime regulators will outline whether the increase in demurrage charges hitting shippers are unreasonable, and outline potential remedies. The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission began receiving an uptick in shipper complaints over demurrage charges on all... DP World to add third container berth at London Gateway DP World is to build a third berth at London Gateway, its deep-water container terminal and logistics complex 25 miles east of the U.K. capital. The Dubai-based firm said the new 400-meter-long (1,312 feet) berth would be dredged to a depth of 17 meters and equipped with four gantry cranes to... Gulf ports see continuing strong growth in petrochemicals exports Texas and Louisiana ports believe they're still early in what they expect to be an extended boom in exports of chemical products produced in the region with cheap U.S. natural gas. Shale drilling using hydraulic fracturing has lowered the price of gas used for energy or feedstock, and has led companies... Powder keg follows this good buy Q: On a trip away from home to another state, I was able to find a good deal on black powder. I'm an enthusiast of antique guns, and I took advantage of the opportunity to make the purchase. Now I have the problem of shipping my purchase back home, and I... Goodman China's first half lifted by rising demand for logistics properties HONG KONG - Developer Goodman Group capitalized on the strong demand for prime logistics space in the country in the past six months, ending the first half of its financial year with 22 properties and 12 development projects.The Australia-listed logistics property developer has increased its total assets in China to... DHL secures extra US air freight capacity as shipper demand grows HONG KONG - With less than a week to the Chinese New Year factory shutdowns and congestion delays frustrating trans-Pacific shippers, DHL is ensuring it has enough air cargo space on its U.S. routes to handle the rising demand. "We are securing additional air freight capacity on all major trade lanes... China-Europe rail a key part of UTi-Changjiu auto logistics deal HONG KONG - A strategic partnership between UTi Worldwide and Changjiu Logistics, the largest independent automotive logistics company in China, will be making good use of the growing rail services linking China and Europe.The partnership was launched in Beijing recently, and it is designed to serve the growing logistics requirements... ICTSI seeks new Portland business as Hanjin exits The operator of the Port of Portland terminal that Hanjin Shipping is vacating after repeated labor disruptions said it will seek new business for the terminal but that the International Longshore and Warehouse Union must do its part. "With 20 years remaining on our lease and partnership with the Port of...

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FEBRUARY 12, 2015
Panama says 'si' to PSA Panama's National Assembly has enacted a law approving a contract that will allow Singapore's PSA to expand its container terminal on the Pacific side of the canal. Seacor seals MR fixture The Jones Act market is rife with rumours that Seacor Holdings has secured employment for a product tanker that is under construction at a leading US shipyard. The big chill Owners, financiers and market forecasters are growing increasingly concerned about the health of the Chinese shipbuilding industry. Wellington takes a pinch of SALT Investment heavyweight Wellington Management has emerged as a major shareholder in Scorpio Bulkers and Dorian LPG. Shipping pain goes on German lender Commerzbank has revealed shipping loan losses continued to run at a high level in 2014, but its exposure to default has been cut back. Ulstein wins CBO PSV deal CBO of Brazil has turned to Norway's Ulstein group to design a platform supply vessel series at Alianca shipyard in Rio de Janeiro. TEN's $10m storage score Tsakos Energy Navigation has added its sole VLCC to the billion-dollar fleet of vessels fixed on potential floating storage deals. Soechi VLCC released Indonesia's Soechi Lines says it has settled a bunker supply row that had seen one of its tankers arrested in Singapore. ABN Amro into China Dutch lender ABN Amro has signed an agreement with Chinese export credit agency Sinosure for shipping and offshore project funding. Sembcorp profit slips Sembcorp Marine has seen its net profit slide in the fourth quarter due to a recognition of tax incentives. VLs still top Navios Acquisition list A developing recovery in the VLCC market has not dented Navios Maritime Acquisition's appetite for VLCC purchases. Viking back in black Viking Supply Ships has so far remained unaffected by the termination of Russia's Kara Sea project as it turned around negative figures in both quarterly and full year results. HHI logs record $2.93bn loss South Korea's Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) has posted its biggest ever operating loss for 2014. Coke ship busted US customs officers have seized $29m of cocaine on a Panamanian general cargoship off Puerto Rico. Euronav VLCC to be converted A VLCC sold by Euronav last year is set for conversion into an FPSO, the Belgian tanker owner has confirmed. 'This is a tragic day' BW Offshore chief executive Carl Arnet has thanked rescuers for their efforts following an explosion on board one of the company's FPSOs that has now claimed five lives. SCI turns it around Shipping Corp of India (SCI) has returned to the black in the third quarter thanks to a strong performance from both boxships and bulk carriers. New course for Pan Ocean A contract that will result in South Korea's Pan Ocean shipping group being taken over by an investment consortium led by a chicken processing concern has been signed. Hafnia hunting $34m Hafnia Tankers is turning to its existing investors to help fund the purchase of four LR1 tankers. Tsuneishi orders to grow Kenji Kawano, newly appointed president of Japanese bulker builder Tsuneishi Shipbuilding, says the yard may see owners ready to start ordering in numbers again as soon as this summer and despite the continued downturn in the market. NWS volumes fall Russia's North-Western Shipping (NWS) has seen its cargo volumes drop 13% in 2014. Odfjell slashes loss Norwegian tanker owner Odfjell has dramatically reduced its loss in the fourth quarter despite a fall in revenue. DSME seals MOL deal Korea's DSME has clinched an order from Japanese owner MOL for up to two eco-friendly LNG carriers. Swiber hauls in whopper Swiber has won an engineering, procurement, construction, installation and commissioning (EPCIC) contract worth about $310m. CSSC hatches Euro bond China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) has raised EUR 500m ($565m) from the Euro-denominated bond market. ABN AMRO upgrades Golar Golar LNG has been raised to a 'buy' at Dutch bank ABN AMRO on the grounds that its share price presents an attractive risk/reward. HOS falls short of estimates Hornbeck Offshore has seen its fourth quarter results come in short of analysts' estimates, in figures released late Wednesday. Pool party It appears that Heidmar is moving forward with a campaign aimed at penetrating new markets. OSG panamax detained An OSG-controlled products tanker has been detained by the US Coast Guard after failing a port state control (PSC) inspection. Dalian Port issues bond Dalian Port is set to raise CNY 800m ($128m) from a three year offering of Renminbi denominated credit enhanced bonds. Blast kills three on BW Offshore unit A blast has killed three people on board a BW Offshore FPSO that is on charter to Petrobras.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2015
ICTSI says ILWU to blame for Hanjin leaving Portland Carriers turning down loads due to driver shortage Teamsters Canada Rail Conference sets strike deadline for new contract with CP U.S. consults WTO over China's export subsidy program U.S. implements national plan to combat wildlife trafficking Port of Oakland launches maritime operations web portal Port of Virginia reports highest January volumes on record DHL expands at Brussels Airport CSX names Munoz president VW relocates to new Southeast port Panalpina, Atlas extend freight charter agreement Training center set up at K.C. logistics park Five Oregon ports get dredge funding Drivewyze allows truckers to bypass Florida ag stations Service Announcements: FedEx Ground, DP World London Gateway, CenterPoint Properties, Delta Cargo and TASCO Berhad Tech Bytes: E2open, Insight Venture Partners, CDM Software Solutions, Descartes, Loginno, Hai Hua and SITC Executive moves: MNX Global Logistics and Saudi Airlines Cargo West Coast port terminals to suspend vessel operations four of next five days

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FEBRUARY 12, 2015
Norwegian ferry operator opts for GE's diesel engines Marine engines are IMO Tier III- and US EPA-compliant. Glander International Bunkering expands Singapore ops Hires Jacky Nguyen as a bunker and lubricant trader. Progress for Q-Max conversion Retrofit work will start in April as scheduled. Tests reveal ExxonMobil's ULSFO 'compatible' with MGO 'No compatibility issues were identified', says field marketing manager. Scrubber, LNG uptake seen slowing in wake of oil price drop Familiarity and lower prices sees MGO dominate as ECA compliance option over technology and other fuels. Odfjell presses ahead with cost-cutting plan Norway-listed chemical carrier and tank terminals group wants to save $100 million a year. Ship in bunker dispute released Reason for arrest of Arenza swiftly resolved. Singapore fuel oil stocks down week-on-week Bunker prices stable despite crude oil losses. GAC makes Singapore appointment Move points to another positive year. Incompetent crew cause of training ship grounding Engine failed due to water in the bunker fuel, investigation found. Supplier stripped of licence was OW creditor Tankoil was at the centre of controversy surrounding the collapse of OW. Soyuz Bunkering Group names new CEO Simon Gabathuler says Group will not be closing offices. Bunkering up in the Ukraine Dredging work undertaken at port of Yuzhny. Chinese domestic vessels scrap LNG conversion plans Low oil prices eroded price advantage over conventional marine fuel. Taiwanese warships involved in 'fuel siphoning' claims Naval personnel are alleged to have colluded with contractors to siphon diesel from ships' bunker fuel tanks. Chinese cargo ship arrested Vessel detained in Singapore. Progress for sea-going LNG bunker tanker Pump system selected for newbuilding. Report: Vinalines debt-restructuring talks at standstill Agreement reached with only two out of 22 creditors. Singapore players lose bunkering licences Tankoil and Hong Fatt caught breaching licensing rules. Russian refiner sees stronger bunker demand Marine fuel output climbed 34% on year in 2014. Rising demand prompts supply contract talks UK player reports boost in 0.10% MGO demand. Nigeria toughens maritime oil pollution laws Liability actions now likely easier to bring and claim, observes law firm.

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PORTS

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

COMPETITION

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

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

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

PORTS

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%

PORTS

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

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%

LOGISTICS

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.

TRUCKING

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

PORTS

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.

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

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%.

PORTS

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

PORTS

Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base

SHIPPING

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.

CRUISES

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

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.

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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.

LEGISLATION

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

PORTS

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.

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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

PIRACY

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.

PORTS

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

ACCIDENTS

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"

TRADE

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

PORTS

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%.

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined

PORTS

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

LEGISLATION

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."

SHIPPING

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

TRADE

USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China

Washington

100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

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%)

SHIPPING

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

SHIPPING

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector

Rome

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

SHIPPING

ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels

Haifa

The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.

INDUSTRY

ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

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.

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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%)

SHIPPING

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%

PORTS

Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"

Naples/Rome

Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters

PORTS

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

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%.

PORTS

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%)

SHIPPING

ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.

Trieste

PORTS

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

FREIGHT TERMINALS

PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.

Padua

PORTS

Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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%.

SHIPPING

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

ACCIDENTS

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

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings

CRUISES

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

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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%

PORTS

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.

CRUISES

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.

PORTS

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

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.

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)

SHIPPING

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.

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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"

PORTS

Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.

Istanbul

15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe

ASSOCIATIONS

Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

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%

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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.

SHIPPING

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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

PORTS

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

TAXES

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

COMPANIES

P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%

SHIPYARDS

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

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)

PORTS

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

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.

Rome

PORTS

In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

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

SHIPYARDS

Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.

Genoa

It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard

SHIPYARDS

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

SHIPPING

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%

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies

OFFSHORE

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.

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

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

ACCIDENTS

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

PORTS

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.

EDUCATION

The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

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

SHIPPING

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

FINANCING

The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

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.

COMPANIES

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

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport

PORTS

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

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.

PORTS

Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor

Rome

Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities

SHIPPING

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

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.

COMPANIES

Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025

Milan

Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports

PORTS

The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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

CRUISES

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.

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

PORTS

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.

EDUCATION

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

LOGISTICS

Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.

Genoa

The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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.

LOGISTICS

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.

OFFSHORE

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

SHIPPING

The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

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

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

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

MEETINGS

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

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port

Villorba

The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

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.

SHIPPING

SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

MEETINGS

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

OFFSHORE

DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

PORTS

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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