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June 15, 2015
Sched Netweb site
  • CMA CGM to levy US$1,000/TEU Asia-Europe rate hike July 1
  • A-E down 14.4pc to US$241/TEU, transpacific off 7.3pc to $1,341 per FEU
  • AMPT JV to build US$1.5 billion, 3.5 million TEU Ghana box shop
  • Rotterdam's RBC terminal gets new jetty, redeveloped storage yard
  • Only 3 of world's 100-million ton ports achieve growth of 5pc or more
  • Portugal's PSA Sines works with Kalmar on remote-control RTGs
  • Port of New York/New Jersey's grey chassis pool put off till fall
  • Gulf of Oman's Khorfakkan terminal docks its biggest ship ever
  • Hapag-Lloyd America joins PayCargo's e-freight payment network
  • China plans to tackle pollution by targeting smoky ships
  • Singapore port authority revises gas free inspection charges for vessels
  • E-freight champ seeks 'hi tech manifesto' to move sector forward
  • Lufthansa Cargo likely to follow others in all-in rates
  • New carriers at Brussels raise May air freight volumes 7.4pc

Exim Indiaweb site
JUNE 14, 2015
  • Cabinet agrees to amend Merchant Shipping Act
  • Cabinet ratifies ILO convention on seafarers identity document
  • Maersk Line optimising efficiency & capacity on Asia-Europe network
  • SARJAK further expands overseas
  • Spot rates will continue to remain volatile, says study
  • Karnataka to export 5,000 t of mangoes
  • Pakistan resumes tomato imports from India
  • JNPT & Peel Ports sign Letter of Intent
  • L&T Ports, Kattupalli embarks on a RoRo journey
  • Shippers divert cargo to Atlantic coast Canadian ports despite normalcy at US West Coast facilities
  • Traffic congestion at Chennai Port hurting exports, says Fieo
  • Work on Vizhinjam ICTT to commence in Nov., says state Ports Minister
  • Amazon India sets up biggest warehouse in Telangana
  • DSIR & SBIA get CCEA consent
  • Economy can return to over 8 pc growth, says Jayant Sinha
  • Forex reserves increase by $239.4 m to $352.71 bn
  • India among top emerging economies for highest infra investment commitments: World Bank
  • INR ends weak at 64.06 on heavy dollar demand
  • Pon Radhakrishnan, Minister of State for Shipping, to be Chief Guest at Cargo Scope 2015 conference

International Transport Journalweb site
  • E18 Hamina-Vaalimaa project goes ahead
  • Speak and raise productivity
  • Carrying construction material all over Germany
  • Eurotunnel finalises sale of main maritime assets
  • Kuwait Airways postpones Rome-Paris A330 introduction
  • Three cheers for beer transporter
  • Sam Aparo steps into FPS Group founder's shoes
  • Comsa maintaining growth trend
  • DNV GL analyses pros and cons of alternative fuels
  • Royal Jordanian adds Amman-Najaf service
  • Virgin Atlantic Cargo contributes to Le Mans race
  • Big deals for third parties
  • New shuttle train in India's south
  • Simon Large to pilot Cathay Pacific Cargo

IHS Maritimeweb site
JUNE 12, 2015
  • Positive shift in Mediterranean SAR to relieve industry
    A marked increase in state and NGO search and rescue provision in the central Mediterranean is taking the pressure off commercial vessels in the region, IHS Maritime has been informed. Speaking to IHS Maritime after participating this weekend in a rescue of more than 6,000 migrants, Brigadier
  • MoU for equipment manufacturers and port operator body
    Global port equipment body PEMA has signed an MoU with the European private terminal operators group FEPORT to mark the strengthening of their co-operation. The MoU will create a co-operation framework that will enable PEMA and FEPORT to benefit from common activities in their respective
  • DNV GL releases 2015-2018 IMO/ILO requirements summary
    DNV GL has released a useful summary table of the new and retroactive requirements coming from the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) as well as the International Labour Organisation (ILO). DNV GL has compiled a summary of important IMO/ILO regulations and requirements that will come into
  • Absence of prosecution contributes to chronic under-reporting of GoG attacks
    Authorities in the Gulf of Guinea have made a significant effort to prioritise the development of maritime security infrastructure, but consistent lack of prosecution is feeding a rise in under- reporting. "Shipowners and operators in the region have reached saturation point whereby they feel that
  • Euronav VLCC deal near
    NYSE-listed Euronav has confirmed that it is in advanced discussions to buy four VLCCs from Greece's Metrostar. Euronav, which is led by CEO Paddy Rogers, disclosed on 11 June that the acquisitions "would be funded from debt and existing liquidity available under revolving facilities". The deal
  • New IACS Unified Requirement (UR) for Large Container Ships
    The International Association of Classifications Societies (IACS) has announced the adoption of new Unified Requirements to further improve the safety of Large Container Ships. The requirements will enhance consistency between pre-existing Class Society provisions in this area. There are three new
  • Another Malaysia-flagged vessel goes missing
    A Malaysia-flagged vessel has reportedly gone missing off Pulau Aur, Malaysia, the Singapore-headquartered anti-piracy agency, ReCAAP Information Sharing Centre confimed. According to ReCAAP ISC's report, 7,301 deadweight, Orkim Harmony ceased its hourly position update to its operator, Orkim Ship
  • SASAC disciplines senior executives from China Shipping, COSCO
    Three senior executives from China Shipping and one from COSCO were disciplined by China's State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council (SASAC), Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI) announced on 10 June. CCDI is the highest internal-control
  • U-Ming Marine profit down 82% in 1Q15
    Taiwanese bulk carrier U-Ming Marine posted its profit of TWD64.28 million (USD2.07 million) for the first quarter of 2015, slumping 82% from TWD316.17 million year on year (y/y). The carrier's revenue also dropped 10% y/y from TWD2.11 billion in the first quarter in 2014 to TWD1.89 billion in the
  • Navy vessel rescues 65 people in Makassar Strait
    United States Navy vessel, USS Rushmore rescued 65 people from a sunken wooden passenger vessel in the Makassar Strait, between Indonesian islands Kalimantan and Sulawesi. Initially, the 7 gt Titian Muhibah was en route from Bontang, Kalimantan to Mamuju, Sulawesi; carrying 65 passengers and 32
  • Sainty Marine's parent company comes to its rescue
    Shenzhen-listed Sainty Marine's parent company plans to provide about CNY200 million (USD32.3 million) to establish a united pool of funds to mitigate pressures on the company's cash flows. The CNY200 million provided by Jiangsu Sainty International Group will be used to pay back bank loans due
  • South Korea strives to overcome MERS
    As Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) spreads rapidly in South Korea, ports in the country are taking measures to prevent the spread of MERS. The Ministry of Health and Welfare noted through a press statement on 12 June that 126 people have been diagnosed with MERS since the country's first
  • LPG tanker missing in South China Sea
    A Malaysia-flagged LPG tanker disappeared in the South China Sea after issuing a distress signal. Initially, 4,999 dwt Teknogas owned by Uni-Fleet, was en route from Haiphong, Vietnam, to Palembang, Indonesia, when it disappeared from radar. On 10 June, the crew of Teknogas issued a distress
  • Alam Maritim Resources wins $13.1m subcontract
    Malaysia-listed offshore services provider Alam Maritim Resources has been awarded a contract worth MYR49 million (USD13.1 million) by Petronas Floating LNG 1 (PFLL). The contract is for the engineering, procurement, installation, and related activities for the floating liquefied
  • Chinese vessel exports up 31.2% y/y
    China's vessel exports rose 31.2% year on year (y/y) to USD10.4 billion during the first four months of 2015, according to Chinese customs statistics. Exports are forecast to decrease y/y later this year as new orders placed in Chinese shipyards have been decreasing since late 2014, China

The Loadstarweb site
JUNE 12, 2015
  • Shipping lines need to offer end-to-end services to win back business lost to 3PLs
  • Container shipping rates hit new lows on Asia-Europe tradelanes, with fuel rising

Marine Logweb site
JUNE 12, 2015
  • Second indictment for DFDS Shipping
  • Report raises questions on OSV industry safety culture
  • MOL rebrands its car carrier business
  • DNV GL makes management appointments

World Wide Shipperweb site
JUNE 12, 2015
  • Port of Olympia Commissioners tap Morris for vacant District 3 post
  • Mitsui setting new brand for auto carrier business
  • Boeing says global airplane fleet will double over next 20 years
  • Test filling project underway for new Panama Canal locks
  • Port of Los Angeles inks MOU with Ports of Auckland, Guangzhou

Lloyd's Listweb site
JUNE 12, 2015
  • How Nipplegate exposed the shipping chauvinists
    The shipping industry is as modern as you can get, but you still encounter outdated attitudes on gender and the treatment of seafarers
  • 'Nothing signed' yet in Euronav quest for Metrostar VLCCs
    But analysts have positive take on reported deal fundamentals
  • Strong results for Denholm
    Interests in shipping, logistics, industrial services, seafoods and oilfield services yield profit up 7.7% on previous year
  • Asia-north Europe box rates plunge below zero
    SCFI shows record lows for Asia-Mediterranean and Asia-north Europe freight rates, some in negative territory after stripping out bafs
  • Scrapping scrapped
    Why would you scrap tankers when you can earn so well?
  • APM Terminals in $1.5bn Ghana port project
    Greenfield development outside Tema will have capacity for 3.5m teu annually
  • Trade & Transport orders suezmaxes and aframaxes at CIC Jiangsu
    Callimanopulos company has options to double number of tankers to eight
  • 'Green shoots' for capes ahead of second half
    Scrapping, steel production and a sense things can't get worse spur a little optimism
  • Ørbeck-Nilssen replaces Svensen as head of maritime in DNV GL management reshuffle
    Tor Svensen moves to group executive to support new chief executive
  • IMO and IACS agree on new safety standards for large containerships
    Potential clash between regulators and industry avoided after class societies present details of Unified Requirements that will take effect in a year's time

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JUNE 12, 2015
  • Roadrunner expands LTL trucking network in Western US
    Roadrunner Transportation Systems is expanding its western U.S. palletized freight network, enhancing less-than-truckload service from Southern California to the the Southeast. The truckload and LTL carrier is opening LTL facilities in Phoenix and Salt Lake City, Utah. Outbound service will start June 15 from Phoenix, and from Salt Lake City July...
  • Global piracy declines but hot spots remain
    Shippers have plenty to worry about - including volatile pricing and cargo delays - but piracy should be less of a concern, as the number of incidents has been falling since 2010. The general decline can be attributed to renewed international efforts to combat piracy. Pirate attacks targeting container vessels fell...
  • US Senate derails Obama's attempt to finalize Pacific trade deal
    WASHINGTON - The U.S. Congress stymied President Obama's sweeping trade agenda Friday, after the House of Representatives failed to approve a key portion of a package that would have given Obama the ability to fast-track trade deals, including a high-profile treaty with Pacific Rim nations. In a landslide 302-126 vote, the House voted...
  • Mitsubishi launches container shipping fund
    Mitsubishi Corp. has launched a $300 million fund to acquire, manage and lease container vessels to major shipping firms, but the fund's size apparently fell well short of the Japanese giant's expectations. After years of preparation, the Tokyo-based firm announced the final close of the investment period for the container shipping...
  • Despite regulations, industrial real estate growth continues apace
    From New Jersey to California, developers of industrial real estate face a slew of environmental regulations and oftentimes community pushback when they announce plans for a new warehouse or distribution center. While the odds seem stacked against the developers, more often than not they are able to deliver a project. One...
  • APMT to build Ghana terminal as volume, vessel sizes grow
    In its most aggressive move in the African market in years, APM Terminals has begun construction on a new container terminal at Ghana's largest container gateway and plans to invest heavily on inland connections to allow growing volume to move more efficiently to and from the hinterland. The new terminal will...
  • FedEx Ground to pay $228 million to settle worker misclassification suit
    This story was updated Saturday, June 13, at 4 p.m. EDT FedEx Ground will pay $228 million to settle an independent contractor lawsuit in California, one of several lawsuits challenging a business model FedEx says it has already abandoned. The settlement agreement, which must be approved by the federal court, would cover...

TradeWindsweb site
JUNE 12, 2015
  • Capital CEO steps down
    Capital Products Partners announced that its chief executive is departing, to be replaced by chief operating officer Jerry Kalogiratos.
  • Supramax finds buyer
    Japan's Kyowa Sansho is reported to have sold a seven-year-old supramax.
  • Supramax finds buyer
    Kyowa Sansho is said to have sold a seven-year-old supramax, according to Greek and Norwegian shipbroker reports.
  • Court rejects Arctic challenge
    A US Appeals court shot down a lawsuit by environmental groups challenging the approval of Shell's oil spill response plan (OSRP) for its Arctic drilling campaign.
  • HMM clinches asset sale
    South Korea's Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) has sealed a deal to sell a major chunk of sister stock brokerage Huyundai Securities.
  • Skagen builds GOGL stake
    Shipping investor gets nearly 4.3m shares as dividend from Fredriksen's Frontline 2012.
  • Diana fixes lower
    Diana Shipping has extended a contract for one of its panamaxes at a lower rate.
  • SeaFuels seals charter
    SeaFuels of New Zealand has won a new long-term charter for a modern bunker tanker.
  • Nordea downs Maersk
    Nordea Securities has downgraded AP Moller-Maersk from "buy" to "hold" in a tough environment for the group's liner division.
  • Owners vie for ferry deal
    CalMac and Serco go head to head for $1.55bn Scottish west coast services.
  • Frontline lines up sales
    Frontline has outlined a new stock offering proposal that could see it sell shares worth $251.25m.
  • MOL re-starts car carriers
    Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has rebranded its car carrier operation to reflect its new generation of vessels.
  • Rokke adds OCY
    Norwegian tycoon Kjell Inge Rokke has spent $1.28m on more stock in Ocean Yield (OCY), the shipowner controlled by his Aker ASA group.
  • Second Orkim ship raided
    A second Orkim Ship Management-controlled vessel is believed to have been attacked by pirates in the space of eight days.
  • Pan Ocean plan approved
    Korean owner Pan Ocean's revised rehabilitation plan has been approved by creditors at a meeting on Friday.
  • Denholm: 'A new beginning'
    A planned listing of its oilfield services business and a return to shipowning are part of J & J Denholm getting back to its roots, its chief executive says.
  • FLNG still the driver
    A new gas alliance between Stolt-Nielsen and Golar LNG is not expected to act as a meaningful valuation driver any time soon, according to a leading analyst.
  • Svensen gets VP role
    DNV GL has moved its current chief executive of maritime Tor Svensen to the executive vice president position.
  • ADM buying into ABG
    Abu Dhabi Mar (ADM) is taking a reported 49% stake in loss-making Indian shipbuilder ABG Shipyard.
  • ZPMC adds dredger
    Shanghai Zhenhu Heavy Industries (ZPMC) has won a contract to build a new high-spec dredger.
  • Varun in the clear
    India's Varun Shipping has resolved all investor complaints, the country's financial watchdog said.
  • The customer is always right
    We take a look at what was said in the markets over the past week.
  • Ship managers boost Cyprus
    Industry contributed almost 5% of Mediterranean island's GDP in the second half of 2014.
  • Austal boss sells shares
    Austal managing director Andrew Bellamy has sold AUD 378,921 ($293,622) worth of shares in the company to pay a tax bill.
  • Port trio form alliance
    Ports in the US, China and New Zealand are increasing their co-operation in a bid to boost trade and jobs growth.
  • Exxon beefs up security
    Exxon Mobil is reportedly bolstering its shipboard security as a result of more and increasingly intensive attacks in South East Asia.

American Shipperweb site
JUNE 12, 2015
  • NEWS FLASH: House votes in favor of TPA, but rejects TAA
  • MOL targets ro-ro industry for growth
  • Spot container rates continue to tumble
  • Panama Canal begins filling new Atlantic locks
  • DOT secretary to lead Africa trade mission
  • Port of Norfolk sees volume growth in cars, containers
  • FMC reviews 10 OTI license applications
  • UASC joins MSC's West Med to ECSA service
  • Evergreen purchases slots on Asia-Oceania service
  • Ariba, nonprofit partner on slave labor determination tool
  • Executive Moves: DNV, Kane Is Able, FPS and University of Denver's Transportation Institute
  • House readies for trade package showdown

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JUNE 12, 2015
  • No change for shipping after Bonn climate talks
    Draft text for crucial Paris meeting still calls for shipping to cap CO2 emissions and develop levy scheme.
  • Arbitrage volumes to slacken in July
    Singapore bunker players reporting below average demand.
  • European hub sees fuel oil stocks 60% up year-on-year
    Rotterdam has seen demand for fuel oil as a bunker product slip as ECA rules take hold.
  • OW: London to hear payment dispute case
    Greek product tanker first of many that may end up in court.
  • New Maritime CEO for DNV GL
    Knut Orbeck-Nilssen takes over from Tor Svensen.
  • Monjasa's CEO: 'Nothing to accusation'
    Rebuts charge that company was operating 'without permission' in Nigerian waters.
  • Firm to upgrade remaining steam ship
    Shipowner enters final phase of a $100 million fleet upgrading programme.
  • Russian port sees growth in bunker demand
    In tandem with a rising number of ship calls.
  • New Zealand firm continues charter for bunker tanker
    The Awanuiaon is the largest bunkering vessel operating at New Zealand, says Z Energy.
  • Study: Switch from HFO to diesel not enough to reduce PM emissions
    Researchers suggest the use of particle filter technology and improved emission regulations.
  • Bunker module to be integrated in system
    VPS and DNV GL signs agreement to upgrade fleet performance management solution.
  • Study finds 'no single answer' to best ECA options
    Scrubbers vs MGO assessments vary but LNG price must be lower than HFO to make it attractive.
  • Study: More action needed to reduce PM emissions from ships
    Researchers suggest the use of particle filter technology and improved emission regulations.
  • Global Risk's Middelfart office adds oil risk manager
    Frank Lausen's new role will focus on 'advising and selling customised fuel trading and risk management solutions'.
  • IMO regulation for low-flash point fuels to take effect in 2017
    MSC 95 adopts IGF Code and associated SOLAS amendments to make it mandatory.

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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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