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April 15, 2015
Sched Netweb site
  • AADA to raise Greater China rate to Australia US$300/TEU May 15
  • Philippine's Davao port to upgrade, expand container handling facilities
  • Maersk port operator APM Terminals Mumbai set two million TEU record
  • China March exports fall 15pc, after 20pc two-month import drop
  • CMA CGM upgrades Gulfbridge, Hispaniola, boosting US-Caribbean offer
  • Evergreen Line installs ClassNK-NAPA Green On chartered containerships
  • New UK 100 kph truck speed, plus foreign truckers taxed US$4.2 million
  • Norwegian shipowners profit/revenue hopes fall to 35pc from 72pc last year
  • West African piracy workshops to by held in London on May 19
  • Schiphol cargo chief Enno Osinga retires as eco exec takes spot
  • Concor directs focus to bulk cargo handling, air freight at Chennai
  • Cargo plane Sweringen SA 226 vanishes into British Columbia bush

Exim Indiaweb site
APRIL 14, 2015
  • Broekman Logistics India successfully handles air charters from China to India
  • FFFAI's 22nd Biennial Convention from May 21-23 in Mumbai
  • ICS highlights ocean governance issues at important United Nations meeting
  • NYK, MTI & Semco jointly develop efficient & accurate tank-sounding device
  • Shipowners, unions urge EU to address growing humanitarian crisis in Mediterranean Sea
  • Shortage of RTG operators impacts operations at GTI
  • VPT Chairman highlights advantages, new developments at VCT trade meet
  • Corporatise the Railways, suggests panel
  • Logistics cos expect to benefit from GST
  • Commerce Ministry plans empowering DCs of SEZs
  • Cut in incentive for green coffee to hit exporters
  • Forex reserves shoot up by $1.6 bn to another record high of $343 bn
  • Indian importers set to benefit as Myanmar opens first-ever online exchange
  • Strategy paper to boost dairy exports on anvil

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Broken down? App to the rescue
  • G6 adjusts summer sailings
  • Handsome increase in commercial vehicle sales
  • MBO completed
  • Sato appoints new front man for Europe
  • Drax awards coal haulage contract
  • E-freight agenda showcased in Bahrain
  • Eurogate sees steep rise in operating profit
  • Imperial Logistics pushes operational excellence
  • Marking time in Q1
  • Green light for track upgrade in USA
  • American Airlines Cargo now serving Athens
  • Japanese quartet proceeds with offshore project

IHS Maritimeweb site
APRIL 14, 2015
  • Eurogate warns of ULCS gridlock
    Container lines will face increasing bottlenecks in Germany's main ports, Hamburg and Bremerhaven, as they upgrade Asian and European services to ultra-large containerships (ULCSs) of 19,000 to 20,000 teu. Further delays to the ports' channel deepening projects will prevent improvement to the
  • Japanese group seals Petrobras FPSO contract
    A consortium comprising Japanese companies MODEC, Mitsui, Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL), and Marubeni plan to convert a ship into a floating production, storage, and offloading vessel (FPSO). Upon completion in 4Q17, the FPSO will be chartered to Brazilian oil company Petrobras, which will deploy the
  • Vyborg wins multipurpose ice pair
    Russian shipbuilder Vyborg, part of state-owned United Shipbuilding, has won an order for two diesel-electric multipurpose icebreakers from compatriot energy company Gazprom. The two 22 MW vessels are scheduled for delivery before 2018. They will operate at the arctic terminal of the
  • Far East westbound slump hits K+N
    The world's largest ocean freight forwarder, Kuehne+Nagel (K+N), suffered a slight drop in ocean shipment volumes in the first quarter after years of continued strong growth. The group today posted a 0.7% decline in global booking volumes to 890,000 teu, whereas global loaded container traffic is
  • Mixed signals from Shanghai for near term container freight rates
    A rise in trans-Pacific spot container freight rates has nudged the Shanghai Containerised Freight Index (SCFI) higher last week, but the picture is less encouraging in Asia-Europe trades, shipping analysts at DNB Markets in Oslo
  • Chinese yards' new orders down 76.8% in 1Q
    Chinese shipyards' new orders slumped 76.8% year on year to 6 million dwt in the first three months of 2015, a statement of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology said on 14 April. Orders fell by 2.5% to 144.9 million dwt at the end of March. Newbuildings for exports accounted for
  • Teekay Offshore prices fundraiser
    NYSE-listed Teekay Offshore is the latest public shipping company to tap the perpetual preferred equity market for growth funding. On 13 April, Teekay Offshore priced five million perpetual preferred units at USD25/unit with a dividend rate of 8.5%. Gross proceeds will be USD125 million, or
  • Three Bourbon crew members abducted off Nigeria
    French offshore vessel operator Bourbon confirmed today that three crew members had been kidnapped from one of its crew boats off the Nigerian coast last week. The company said that the crew boat, Surfer 1440, had been boarded during the night on April 8 and that three Nigerian nationals had been
  • Italian owner files for US protection
    Italian owner Rizzo Bottiglieri-De Carlini Armatori (RBDA) has filed for Chapter 15 bankruptcy protection in Houston, Texas. The mixed fleet operator, which owns 16 bulkers and tankers, sought court protection in Italy on 3 February. The US filing on 8 April is intended as an ancillary asset shield
  • Taiwanese container carriers' revenue up in Q1
    The top three Taiwanese container carriers, Wan Hai Lines, Yang Ming Marine Transport (Yang Ming), and Evergreen Marine Corp, recorded revenue growth in the first quarter of 2015. Wan Hai Lines posted revenue of TWD17.16 billion (USD0.55 billion) for the first quarter of 2015, up 17.4% year on year
  • Vard incorporates new subsidiary in Norway
    Singapore-listed offshore vessel-builder Vard Holdings has incorporated a new subsidiary, Vard Contracting, in Norway for a paid-up capital of NOK3 million (USD0.37 million). According to Vard Holdings' filing in the Singapore stock exchange, Vard Contracting is 100% owned by Vard Group, which is a
  • Ship scrap prices to drop again as monsoon season nears
    Although prices in South Asia's ship recycling markets maintained last week's levels, cash buyers predict levels to regress again as the monsoon season nears. In addition, Bangladeshi buyers have committed themselves to a number of Capesize bulkers and are not inclined to buy more ships. Prices in
  • 'Age of uncertainty' foreseen for shipping
    Changes in the global economic and security environment will pose challenges for shipping for many years, but great opportunities exist should international co-operation gain traction again, said a shipping expert. Sturla Henriksen, managing director of Norwegian Shipowners' Association (NSA), said
  • CSPI falls to two-year low
    The Chinese shipping industry hit bottom again in the first quarter, with China Shipping Prosperity Index (CSPI) registering 85.47 points, stated Shanghai International Shipping Institute (SISI). The index is at its lowest since the fourth quarter of 2012, SISI said in its latest China Shipping
  • US releases box congestion report
    Anecdotal evidence suggests that American importers and exporters are being overcharged for congestion fees at major US box terminals, a government report has revealed. "Rules, Rates, and Practices Relating to Detention, Demurrage, and Free Time for Containerized Imports and Exports Moving Through
  • Civmec on due diligence phase for proposed acquisition
    Singapore-listed oil and gas engineering services provider Civmec has entered into a due diligence phase for the acquisition of Indonesia-based offshore energy services company PT Global Industries Asia Pacific. Australia-headquarter Civmec cited in its filing to Singapore Exchange that the
  • China COSCO scraps 14 old vessels
    China COSCO Holdings pushed ahead with its February-March fleet scrapping plan to dismantle one container ship and 13 bulk carriers. The scrapping of the vessels incurred approximately CNY72 million (USD11 million) in loss, according to a stock filing of the company on 14 April. The demolished
  • South Korea plans feasibility study for Sewol salvage
    South Korean government is trying to determine if it is viable to hoist the capsized ferry, Sewol, from the Yellow Sea. During a press conference in Seoul on 13 April, the country's Minister of Public Safety and Security, Park In-yong, said he would facilitate a feasibility study. Park In-yong's

Marine Logweb site
APRIL 14, 2015
  • Study claims that ships have been getting less efficient
  • AWO members set to Barge-In on Congress
  • MARAD RFP offers LNG conversion cost shares
  • Drydocks World handles 37 projects simultaneously
  • Leevac delivers second PSV to Aries Maritime
  • Don't eat fish caught off side of vessel, warns chef
  • Rand appoints VP and Chief Human Resources Officer

World Wide Shipperweb site
APRIL 14, 2015
  • Anacortes port board taps Worra as new executive director
  • FMC releases staff report covering box import, export rules
  • Port association schedules annual spring conference
  • Carol Kerfoot named to spot on Port Metro Vancouver board
  • Hapag-Lloyd joins Port Shenzhen in plan to cut sulphur oxide emissions

Lloyd's Listweb site
APRIL 14, 2015
  • Anangel scraps older capes as it swoops on Scorpio trio
    New data shows Greeks favour Japanese tonnage for secondhand buys
  • Japanese firms invest in FPSO on back of Petrobras charter deal
    Mitsui & Co, MOL, Marubeni join another Modec project with beleaguered Brazilian energy giant
  • Federal Maritime Commission releases port congestion report
    Review highlights costs impact, including demurrage and detention fees
  • Aronnax: Conventional wrecking
    The Nairobi wreck removal convention is now in force, but with plenty of holes
  • G6 brings back transpacific services for the summer
    But it will drop two west coast operations
  • Tankers should avoid last year's spring collapse, say experts
    Aframaxes lifted by surging global oil trade
  • Breakers stock up ahead of monsoon
    Prices up, but many question how long current rates will be sustained
  • Merger of Fredriksen's Frontlines edges closer as bond is repaid
    Frontline to repay bond now, freeing it up to merge with Frontline 2012 to create newest tanker giant
  • Asia-Europe weakness and exchange rate changes hit K+N
    Fluctuating Swiss franc 'negatively impacted' freight forwarder's first-quarter result
  • Lawyers circle the Genco-Baltic merger
    Several US firms specialising in shareholder rights are investigating terms of last week's Georgiopoulos tie-up
  • China Cosco Holdings scraps 14 vessels
    Tonnage sent for demolition includes one boxship and 13 bulk carriers

The Journal of Commerceweb site
APRIL 14, 2015
  • Will Congress preserve changes to trucker hours rule?
    ORLANDO, Florida -- Congress most likely will have to act to preserve recent changes to truck driver hours of service rules by passing a bill extending those changes before they expire Sept. 30, NASSTRAC officials said at the shipper group's annual conference here. However, the legislative vehicle Congress would use...
  • DISTRACTED DRIVING - IMPACT ON EMPLOYEE SAFETY, PRODUCTIVITY AND EMPLOYER LIABILITY
    You are invited to join the League's webinar on Thursday, May 7th at 2 p.m. (EDT) on "Distracted Driving - Impact on Employee Safety, Productivity and Employer Liability," presented by David D. Teater from the National Safety Council. Mr. Teater will discuss the impact of distracted driving on traffic safety,...
  • Greenback rise could increase surge of US imports
    A U.S. dollar in hyperdrive is helping exporters in some trading nations and setting the stage for a surge of U.S. imports. Exporters, especially in India and Brazil, have been given a competitive boost in recent months, as the U.S. dollar appreciates at its fastest rate in decades, according to new...
  • US court upholds sentences of Somali pirates
    The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has denied the appeal of two Somali nationals who challenged their piracy and murder convictions on grounds that their alleged crimes weren't committed in international waters. Abukar Osman Beyle and Shani Nurani Shiekh Abrar were among a group that killed four U.S. citizens on...
  • Want to fix the mess? Start with a national port strategy
    "Falling Apart: America's Neglected Infrastructure" was the title of a Nov. 23, 2014, 60 Minutes feature focusing on the problems with bridges, roads, airports and ports. The ports, of course, got little airtime, but why? What was going on at U.S. ports on Nov. 23? Nothing of note, according to the...
  • Oakland port plans Saturday hours, other steps to cut delays
    Port of Oakland officials say that as cargo recovers from winter disruptions, they're developing proposals to accelerate containerized trade flow through their five marine terminals and reduce waiting times for harbor truckers. The plans include Saturday operations every week to alleviate weekday crowding inside terminals, off-terminal locations for after-hours drop-offs or...
  • With Africa not ready for prime time, apparel importers improve Southeast Asia footprint
    WASHINGTON - Africa may be the future frontier for apparel sourcing, but with infrastructure and industry on the continent still lacking, apparel manufacturers say they're staying put in Southeast Asia for the time being. And not just staying put, but building relationships with their vendors and suppliers there, industry insiders said...
  • CargoSphere Supports Livingston's Expansion Goals
    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, April 14, 2015 - CargoSphere, the leading, cloud-based global rate management solution and confidential Rate Meshfor the ocean and air transportation and logistics industries, today announces Livingston International's commitment to a long-term contract to support expansion of their global freight forwarding and NVOCC (non-vessel operating common...
  • J.B. Hunt profit jumps 34 percent
    Stronger pricing, better equipment utilization and strong intermodal growth helped lift J.B. Hunt's fiscal first quarter profit 34 percent year-over-year to $91.9 million. The Lowell, Arkansas-based carrier's revenue in the first three months of the year rose 2 percent to $1.4 billion despite a 1 percent slip in revenue from its...
  • The President of the French Republic Mr François Hollande has decorated Mr Jacques Saadé, the CMA CGM Group Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Commander of the National Order of the Legion of Honor
    The CMA CGM Group is pleased to announce that the French President Fran'ois Hollande has decorated Mr Jacques R. Saadé, the CMA CGM Group Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Commander of the National Order of the Legion of Honor. Mr Saadé was decorated by Mr Fran'ois Hollande during a ceremony...
  • Evergreen Line Holds Naming Ceremony for EVER LYRIC
    JERSEY CITY, NJ (April 14, 2015) -- Evergreen Group today held the naming ceremony for EVER LYRIC, the eighth of its L-type vessels built by CSBC Corporation in Taiwan. The ceremony took place at CSBC's Kaohsiung shipyard and was officiated by Mr. Raymond Lin, Evergreen Group's Vice Group Chairman. The...
  • Strong franc, weak Asia-Europe trade pinch Kuehne + Nagel earnings
    The strong Swiss franc and a weak Asia-Europe container trade squeezed Kuehne + Nagel's earnings and revenue in the first quarter. Net earnings at the world's largest ocean freight forwarder crept up to 153 million francs ($157.6 million) from 150 million francs in the first three months of 2014, but revenue...
  • Brazilian shippers gain services at new Amazon port Manaus facility
    Brazilian shippers using the growing Amazon port of Manaus can now tap a number of new services, including a fixed day call at Vila do Conde, provided by Alianca Navegacao e Logistica at its new facility. The opening of ATM Manaus, operated by Alianca Transporte Multimodal, an offshoot of Alianca, increases...
  • No regulatory issues if alliances work together on land side operations, Widdows says
    HONG KONG - Regulatory concerns raised following McKinsey & Co.'s recommendation that liner alliances cooperate to improve land side efficiency in Los Angeles-Long Beach were played down by industry veteran Ron Widdows.In an interview with JOC.com, Widdows said regulatory issues would only arise if lines began tinkering with contractual arrangements....

TradeWindsweb site
APRIL 14, 2015
  • Outbreaks strike two cruises
    Two Royal Caribbean Cruises ships were scheduled to undergo US government health assessments in San Diego after 228 passengers and crew fell ill.
  • Bulker grounds in US
    A Japanese-controlled bulker ran aground today in the Delaware River.
  • Radiance eyes Africa
    Singapore-listed Pacific Radiance has formed a joint venture in Ghana to own and operate offshore ships.
  • Deal to favour charterers
    A successful takeover of BG by Shell may shift the balance of the LNG carrier market further into the charterers' court, a leading analyst believes.
  • Ship blaze fought
    Firefighters have tackled a blaze on an unladen cement carrier off Indonesia.
  • Bumi wins LNG deal
    Malaysian owner Bumi Armada has made an important move into the LNG market with a floating storage unit (FSU) conversion contract.
  • Third time lucky?
    A third auction has been scheduled for the sale of a tanker linked to the OW Bunker bankruptcy in Singapore.
  • Atlantic Offshore sells veteran
    Atlantic Offshore has sold one of its emergency response and rescue vessel (ERRV)s for demolition.
  • Three in, two out
    The G6 Alliance of container lines is resuming three services between Asia and North America for the summer, but withdrawing two others.
  • IPO in doubt?
    Vinalines has warned its upcoming IPO could be delayed as creditors suspended debt settlement talks.
  • Spring forward
    A fresh approach from OPEC should help prevent a re-run of last spring's tanker rates slump, Clarksons Platou Securities says.
  • P&O pays up
    UK shipping union RMT has claimed a "major victory" after P&O agreed to switch 100 crew from zero-hours contracts.
  • NAT jacks up dividend
    Nordic American Tankers has jacked up its dividend in the face a stronger spot market.
  • Frontline set for fresh start
    John Fredriksen's Frontline will today write a cheque to bondholders that will end a drama which has surrounded the company for the past couple of years.
  • TOO targets $125m
    Teekay Offshore Partners has set its sights on $125m from a preferred equity offering.
  • Sincere profit slips
    Taiwan's Sincere Navigation has posted lower 2014 earnings despite a revenue rise.
  • Rickmers in $1.35bn deal
    Germany's Rickmers Group has completed a refinancing of loans worth EUR 1.28bn ($1.35bn) and is now looking to strengthen its equity.
  • Belships funds newbuilds
    Belships has confirmed that it has secured post-delivery financing for two supramax bulkers on order in Japan.
  • Three crew kidnapped
    French shipowner Bourbon has said three of its seafarers have been seized from a crew boat off Nigeria.
  • Double for Vyborg
    Russian energy giant Gazprom has ordered two diesel-electric icebreakers at the domestic Vyborg yard.
  • FSL Trust snaps up shares
    First Ship Lease Trust (FSL Trust) has raided the stock market for a second time in as many weeks to buy back its own shares.
  • Statoil plans more cuts
    Statoil is said to be considering another round of job cuts as it tries to slash costs in the face of much lower oil prices.

American Shipperweb site
APRIL 14, 2015
  • Companies struggling with omni-channel profitability
  • Bulk vessel blamed for oil spill at Port of Vancouver
  • G6 Alliance announces summer service program
  • ICAO launches online conflict zone information repository
  • Tiger Cool Express continues to expand
  • FedEx introduces hydrogen fuel cell GSE
  • Hapag-Lloyd partners with Port of Shenzhen to improve air quality
  • FTR trucking index drops again in February
  • Service Announcements: CaroTrans, Port of Duluth-Superior and Yusen Logistics
  • Executive Moves: Schenker AG and Abu Dhabi Terminals

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
APRIL 14, 2015
  • Nigerian Navy foils pirate attack
    Arrests one suspect for questioning.
  • US offers grants to help vessels with LNG conversions
    Total funding available will be $900,000.
  • Evergreen Group names new 'fuel-saving' vessel
    Ever Lyric will replace an older vessel on Evergreen Line's Far East Red-Sea Service.
  • Royston upgrades fuel management system
    Fuel use by one engine can be monitored.
  • European fuel oil traders: 'There is just too much oil'
    'At least 1.35 million mt will be heading from Rotterdam to Singapore this month'.
  • Ship auction in Singapore
    Vessel sale bound up with OW Bunker debacle.
  • Softly, softly ECA compliance welcomed
    Interferry acknowledges industry's soft ride since January 1.
  • 'Eco-ship' concept is a proven money saver
    Critics have been wrong, says head of shipping advisory for DNV GL.
  • Shell's ECA-design lubes meeting demand
    Company has increased availability throughout port network.
  • 'LNG is our gamechanger' says ferry operator
    Polish shipyard workers have started building the second of three dual-fuel vessels for Canada's BC Ferries.
  • Shipbuilder upbeat on LNG-powered vessel outlook
    Company plans to inject millions into shipyard upgrading project.
  • Titan court proceeding further adjourned
    Hearing at Bermuda Court earlier arranged on April 10.
  • Vessel in Vancouver oil spill under investigation
    Being examined for compliance with the Canada Shipping Act.
  • GTT to introduce updated LNG containment technology
    The company has signed a cooperation agreement with South Korean shipbuilder Samsung Heavy Industries.
  • Andatee at risk of delisting
    Company misses annual report filing deadline.
  • Renewable energy technology gets class approval
    Equipment is being installed on a Greek ferry.
  • Italian shipowner seeks bankruptcy protection
    Creditors include defunct OW Bunker.

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