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January 16, 2015
Sched Netweb site
  • Hamburg port handles first 19,100-TEUer despite shallow Elbe
  • 4,600-TEU MOL Express refloats after stranding south of Honshu
  • Oakland 2014 volume up 2pc to 2.3 million TEU on LA-LB ship diversions
  • Boats to steer clear of works in Causeway Bay typhoon shelter
  • National Industrial Transportation League: Stop west coast demurrage now
  • Cosco adds smaller ship to the North Asia-China-Australian Express service
  • Maersk group's APMT adds 16 new RTGs at its Algeciras and Apapa terminals
  • CMA CGM, UASC, CSCL and Hanjin join in new India-Med-US cooperation deal
  • CSX rail 2014 profit rises 4.2pc to US$1.9 billion as revenue slips 5.5pc
  • St Lawrence Seaway throughput rises 7pc to 40 million tons in 2014
  • Loss-making China-built Zambia-Tanzania railway on strike over unpaid wages
  • Risking mega trucks US-wide as Maine posts least road deaths since 1944
  • Cyprus Airways to be liquidated after EU demands US$78 million payment
  • Airport at Huntsville, Alabama, opens second runway for Panalpina's 747s
  • Miami's Centurion Air Cargo, plagued with lawsuits, has taken wing again

Exim Indiaweb site
JANUARY 15, 2015
  • BLPL Singapore & Transworld GLS (India) participate in natural disaster relief in Andhra Pradesh
  • Indian delegation visits Iran to study potential routes to Russia & CIS destinations
  • Indian Register of Shipping approved as Recognised Organisation by Bahamas flag state
  • Maruti eyes 20 pc growth in exports to 1.2 lakh units in FY15
  • ACTL ICD receives AEO Certification
  • Trailer operators push for defined charges in new toll policy
  • 60.6 pc of indirect tax collected
  • Indian cos upbeat about economic growth this year, says survey
  • RBI relaxes forex hedging norms for exporters & importers
  • RBI springs a surprise by cutting repo rate
  • Fragile recovery in global economy highlights need for more political initiatives, say analysts

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Swiss haulier reaps connectivity benefits
  • Port of Corpus Christi elects commission leaders
  • NCRR upgrades rail infrastructure
  • Swiss official airline for this weekend's mythical ski race
  • Vindskip turning hull into sails
  • Jan de Rijk Logistics providing RFS for air carrier
  • Pactl reports most successful year ever
  • Railroad investment firm buys Eurorail stake
  • Smooth merger for TOP and Europe Cargo
  • UPS plans to expand European capacity in 2015
  • Tiaca calls for risk-based approach to security
  • Garbe scoops up more properties
  • Kombiverkehr expanding in all directions
  • Mariner aims at operating in Gdansk
  • Tanger drives Contship's growth

IHS Maritimeweb site
JANUARY 15, 2015
  • Keppel Singmarine wins order for ice-class MPV
    Singapore shipbuilder Keppel Singmarine, a subsidiary of Keppel Offshore & Marine, has won an order for an ice-class multi-purpose vessel. The vessel order, received from New Orient Marine, a subsidiary of Luxembourg-based Maritime Construction Services SA (Maritime Construction Services), is for
  • CSSC delivers its biggest VLGCs
    Two of the largest tankers ever built in China were delivered on Tuesday. They represent the first part of an order of four 83,000m³ very large gas carriers designed and built by China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) for tanker operator Frontline. The vessels were ordered in 2012 by
  • Ezra delays plans to list its subsea unit on US market
    Singapore-listed offshore services provider, Ezra Holdings (Ezra) has decided to put on hold its plans for a market listing of its subsea services business unit in the United States, citing unfavourable market conditions. "Given where the markets are, we have effectively put that on hold," said
  • Balkan ports star in Adriatic boom
    The two Balkan ports in the North Adriatic Ports Association (NAPA) group were the star performers with regards to the region's container traffic throughput levels in 2014. The Croatian port of Rijeka grew by 17% in 2014, albeit from a lower base than the other three member ports, handling
  • COSCOL profits up 491% y/y in 2014
    Shanghai-listed COSCO Shipping (COSCOL), the cargo vessel operating unit within the COSCO Group, said today that its profits shot up 491% year on year (y/y) to CNY193M ($31M) in 2014. Revenues rose 3% y/y to CYN 7.7Bn during the period, a flash financial report from COSCOL said today. On 30
  • Petra Energy disposes of 51% stake in Bumi Subsea
    Malaysia-listed offshore marine support services provider, Petra Energy Berhad has completed its disposal of its 51% equity interest in an offshore engineering company, Bumi Subsea Sdn Bhd (BSSB) for MYR0.43M ($0.12M). The proceeds from the disposal will be utilised to finance Petra Energy's
  • HHI merges offshore and plant divisions
    South Korea's Hyundai HI (HHI), the world's biggest shipbuilder, announced today that its loss-making industrial plant and engineering division would be subsumed by HHI's offshore division. "It is hoped that through the amalgamation of the divisions, we can achieve cost reductions through bulk
  • EMIC hopeful of a recovery in bulk shipping
    The head of Taiwan's Eastern Media International Corp (EMIC) has stated that bulk shipping has reached its lowest level in terms of performance in 2014 and as a result 2015 may be a year which will see better performance in the sector. The Taipei-listed warehousing and transportation provider
  • Philippines ports stay open during papal visit
    The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has confirmed that ports throughout the country will remain open for the papal visit which starts today. Pope Francis is scheduled to visit Asia's largest Catholic country until 19 January. Previously, PPA had urged shippers to move cargoes ahead of the visit
  • EATECH secures a charter contract worth $6.87M
    Malaysia-listed logistics provider and ship manager EA Technique (EATECH) has secured a bareboat charter contract with logistics services provider, Classic Marine & Services for the provision of one fast support vessel. The contract is valued at an amount of approximately MYR24.64M ($6.87M). EATECH
  • Sete Brasil may renegotiate payment on orders
    PETROBRAS subsidiary Sete Brasil, which has run into financial trouble, may seek to negotiate payment terms for rigs ordered at Singapore's rig builders Keppel and Sembcorp Marine, said an analyst. Sete Brasil, which is chartering 29 ultra-deepwater drilling rigs to Petrobras at a cost of $25.5Bn,
  • Chinese shipyard new orders down 14.2% y/y
    Chinese shipyards saw a decline in new ship orders last year compared with 2013, according to statistics released yesterday by China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. New orders fell by 14.2% to 59.95M dwt for the whole of 2014, with a slump seen at the end of the year.
  • Indonesia remains ship-attack hotspot
    Piracy incidents are at their lowest level for eight years, but ship hijackings almost doubled between 2013 and 2014, the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) has revealed in its end-of-year report. The overall reduction is largely attributable to the continuing suppression of Somali piracy.
  • MOL Express pulled free
    Mitsui OSK Lines-operated container ship, MOL Express, which ran aground on 11 January, has been pulled free. MOL, Japan's biggest ship owner, said the ship, which it chartered from Seaspan, was pulled free by tugboats at 10.55hrs Japan time yesterday. MOL said, "As soon as the necessary

Marine Logweb site
JANUARY 15, 2015
  • Huntington Ingalls adds two to corporate development team
  • Fergus Campbell to head up Imtech Marine USA
  • Cruise ship to retrofit permanent magnet tunnel thruster
  • McCain tries to tack Jones Act repeal onto pipeline bill
  • Skangass commissions LNG bunker/feeder vessel newbuild
  • Just delivered Dorian VLGC has Clean Marine scrubber

World Wide Shipperweb site
JANUARY 15, 2015
  • Port of Vancouver Commissioners Ok Northwest Packing lease extension
  • Floating Navy hospital heading to Vigor drydock
  • Diana Shipping sets charter for Capesize dry bulk vessel
  • Greenbrier releases numbers for company's first fiscal quarter
  • Freight transport index up during month of November

Lloyd's Listweb site
JANUARY 15, 2015
  • Syriza eyes bigger contribution from Greek shipping
    Poll-leading leftists favour an independent shipping ministry but other proposals may worry shipowners
  • CIT's Engh predicts wet and dry consolidation
    Private equity exits may drive process, says shipping banker
  • Product tankers hold fast to steady earnings
    Stable market at the moment for product tanker owners with earnings hovering in the $20,000s per day
  • Contship reports solid box growth for 2014
    Record handling figures at Eurogate Tanger and La Spezia spur volume growth
  • Big year for Fredriksen's tankers as merger is on the cards
    Frontline and Frontline 2012 likely to come together this year as tanker shipping embarks on confident new voyage in 2015, though obstacles exist
  • Aronnax: Fuel-saving technology uptake research could paint true picture of owners' drive for change
    UCL Energy Institute's look at how interested owners are in fuel-saving technology may be very revealing
  • Prince Rupert sees double-digit box growth
    Canadian port continues to grab market share from North American rivals
  • McCain renews call for abolition of protectionist Jones Act
    US senator files amendment to Merchant Marine Act in hope of liberalising country's cabotage law
  • Jinhui issues profit warning and presents challenging outlook for its sector
    Hong Kong-based dry bulk operator may take an impairment on the value of some of its ships for 2014
  • China's New Times Shipbuilding put on watch for downgrade
    Another white-listed shipyard faces credit queries in the new year
  • Cosco Shipping chairman steps down as unit reports profit growth due to subsidies
    Ye Weilong's resignation comes amid a company expansion and persistent debt pressures
  • MOL Express refloated in Japan
    Salvage experts rescue the 4,600 teu vessel three days after it ran aground in Tateyama Harbour
  • New Panama Canal fee structure to benefit neo-panamax boxships
    Panamax fleet set to see transit costs increase unless volume commitments can be met

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JANUARY 15, 2015
  • Shipping veteran says LA-LB congestion 'will not go away'
    A veteran shipping executive says U.S. West Coast port problems are structural and "will not go away" and that as a result beneficial cargo owners should add three weeks to trans-Pacific import lead times to accommodate what will become chronic congestion. Dan Gardner, a longtime executive with third-party logistics firms and...
  • PSA sells stake in Kolkata, India container terminal
    PSA International has divested its entire stake in a container terminal facility at India's Port of Kolkata. The Singapore-based company, through a local entity, owned a 49 percent stake in ABG Kolkata Container Terminal operated by domestic infrastructure group ABG Infralogistics Ltd. ABG, in a recent advisory to the Bombay Stock Exchange,...
  • Carl D'Emilio, president of Advent Intermodal, dies
    Carl D'Emilio, a well-liked and respected leader in information systems serving marine terminals, port communities and intermodal, passed away on Tuesday after a long illness. He was 46. The president of Advent Intermodal, an information technology company serving the marine terminal and intermodal industries, D'Emilio built his career on a foundation...
  • DHL Express opens logistics facility in growing northern India
    DHL Express has opened a new distribution and consolidation center in Chandigarh, near Delhi, to cater to the growing trade demand in the northern India region. "Through the service centre facility, we are strengthening our infrastructure and capabilities to support our customers' growing business. We will now be able to move...
  • Wilhelmshaven's troubled Jade Weser Port set for Maersk boost
    Wilhelmshaven's bid to shake off its white elephant tag is set to gather traction in the coming weeks amid reports Maersk Line is about to bring four regular short sea services to Germany's only deepwater port. The port, which failed to attract any scheduled liner calls since opening in September 2012,...
  • US Rep. Hahn: West Coast employers engaging in "nighttime lockout"
    WASHINGTON - Rep. Janice Hahn said Los Angeles-Long Beach marine terminal operators' ending of night shifts equates to a "nighttime lockout" of dockworkers. She urged employers to "not act unilaterally and hurt port operations." The statement from Hahn, a Democrat from Southern California, lends credence to many shippers' fears that increasingly acrimonious...
  • Frankfurt air freight growth lags rivals
    Frankfurt airport's freight traffic increased just 1.7 percent in 2014, lagging growth at its main European rivals, as pilots at Lufthansa, its biggest customer, staged nine strikes through the year. Europe's largest air freight hub closed the year with throughput of 2.165 million metric tons of cargo last year after a...
  • Drewry: More container ships are arriving late
    Container ships on major east-west routes arrived off-schedule 42 percent of the time and were late more than half the time on trans-Pacific and trans-Atlantic routes, according to Drewry Maritime Research. Drewry's monthly Carrier Performance Insight reported on-time performance for Asia-Europe, trans-Pacific and trans-Atlantic trade routes dropped to 58 percent in...
  • Cass reports US shipment volumes up 4 percent from December 2013
    U.S. freight volumes finished last year 4 percent higher than the previous year, despite a seasonal dip toward the end of the holiday shipping season. In December, U.S. freight shipments and expenditures both fell more than 6 percent, according to the Cass Freight Index. However, year-end surface transport shipping volumes were...
  • Transportation funding: It's not all doom and gloom
    Much has been said about the growing infrastructure crisis and increasing traffic congestion occurring across the United States. The stark facts are that overall vehicle miles traveled have increased by almost 50 percent since 1990, while additional roadway lane miles have grown by only 6.8 percent. We also have more...
  • McCain stirs up critics with latest bid to repeal Jones Act
    Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., has filed an amendment to repeal the Jones Act, which requires U.S. domestic waterborne cargo to be shipped in U.S.-flag ships owned and operated by Americans. U.S.-flag interests including the American Maritime Partnership, maritime unions and the Navy League quickly issued statements opposing McCain's proposed amendment to...
  • Footwear industry warns of 'catastrophe' if US West Coast ports shut down
    Top U.S. port gateways for footwear imports.HONG KONG - A U.S. West Coast port lock out would be "a catastrophe beyond belief" for the footwear industry that imports the vast majority of its products through the terminals at Los Angeles-Long Beach, said Matt Priest, president of the Footwear Distributors...
  • Strong year for Cathay as cargo tonnage outstrips capacity growth
    HONG KONG - Cathay Pacific and its sister airline Dragonair carried 1.72 million tons of cargo during 2014, a 12 percent increase over the previous year as the strong second half performance continued into December. The all-important supply-demand balance was strongly weighted in the airlines' favor, with capacity growing 10.4 percent...
  • CSX: Lower fuel costs for trucking won't stop intermodal growth
    CSX Transportation doesn't think lower fuel prices for over-the-road trucking will derail its growing intermodal business. In fact, the railroad sees just the opposite, with executives telling investors on Wednesday to expect strong intermodal volume growth and "a very positive trend" in pricing. That's because motor carriers can't fill enough truck...
  • Multi-modal models needed for future US port funding, execs say
    Transportation executives dependent on seaports meeting today in Long Beach agreed that a multi-modal planning and lobbying effort is needed to develop and fund waterside and landside capital projects at U.S. seaports. Representatives of the various transportation modes who were called together by the American Association of Port Authorities to define...
  • Maritime piracy falls to eight-year low
    Maritime piracy fell to an eight-year low in 2014 as a continuing decline in attacks off Somalia offset a surge in ship hijackings in Asian waters. Attacks against small tankers off South East Asian coasts saw global hijackings rise to 21 in 2014 from 12 in 2013, according to the International...
  • Federal Reserve report notes US West Coast port delay impact
    Worsening congestion at Southern California ports is starting to show up in the Federal Reserve's reports on economic activity across the nation. U.S. West Coast port issues received passing mention in the latest edition of Fed's Beige Book, an eight-times-a-year compendium of anecdotal reports from the central bank's 12 regional districts....

TradeWindsweb site
JANUARY 15, 2015
  • ORIG lands financing
    Ocean Rig has secured a syndicated loan that will be used to finance a drillship under construction at Samsung Heavy Industries.
  • Ardmore sitting pretty
    Ardmore Shipping today kept its dividend unchanged for the fourth quarter amid a positive assessment of its earnings potential from Clarksons Capital Markets.
  • KNOT fixes newbuilding
    Knutsen NYK Offshore Tankers (KNOT) has secured a long-term charter for one of its newbuildings due for delivery in the first quarter of 2017.
  • Kayne in at Hoegh MLP
    Kayne Andersen Capital has added another shipping MLP to its portfolio with a near $20m investment in Hoegh LNG Partners.
  • New chief for Shipowners'
    The directors of the Shipowners' Club have named Simon Swallow as the next chief executive in succession to Charles Hume.
  • Families sue UASC
    Families of the fishermen that lost their lives in a collision with a boxship owned by United Arab Shipping Company (UASC) have filed legal claims against the shipowner.
  • Eco still matters
    Energy-saving technology is still important to shipowners despite crude price plunges, according to bulker owner Newport Shipping.
  • MISC sale flops
    Malaysian shipowner MISC has seen the planned sale of its logistics operation fail.
  • Load lightened
    Part of a cargo of salt has been dumped from a CSL bulker aground off Canada ahead of a bid to refloat it.
  • Bulk Jupiter sank fast
    It took only a few minutes for Bulk Jupiter to develop a heavy list and sink shortly afterwards, according to the only survivor, the vessel's chief cook.
  • Cargoship hit by fire
    Crew have been evacuated from a cargoship struck by a huge fire at the port of Iskenderun in Turkey.
  • VLGCs far from broken
    Danske Bank has kicked off coverage of Aurora LPG with a buy rating amid the belief the VLGC success story is far from over.
  • Daiichi lines up sales
    Daiichi Chuo Kisen Kaisha is revisiting efforts to offload four handysize bulkers as part of a long-running sales drive.
  • Nautilus hails safety win
    Crew union Nautilus International has welcomed a decision by the UK to scrap a plan easing rules on safety equipment carried by ro-paxes.
  • MCS in ice-class order
    Luxembourg-based Maritime Construction Services (MCS) has placed an order for an ice-class multi-purpose (MPP) vessel at Keppel Singmarine yard.
  • ACM boost for Braemar
    Braemar Shipping Services says its shipbroking performance has improved "significantly" as anticipated after the merger with ACM last year.
  • Fund buys into Coscol
    A Chinese fund has become the first major private investor in a state-owned shipowner with a move for Cosco Shipping (Coscol) shares.
  • Condor sells duo
    Channel Islands operator Condor Ferries has sold two 1990s-built fast ferries into Greece as a replacement ship is brought in.
  • Casualty reaches Gladstone
    A general cargo vessel disabled off the Great Barrier Reef has arrived in a port in Queensland, Australia.
  • Jinhui in profit warning
    Jinhui Shipping and Transportation says it expects to report a net loss for the financial year, the company said Thursday.
  • MOL Express refloated
    Seaspan has confirmed that the 4,600-teu MOL Express (built 2003) was successfully refloated on Wednesday.

American Shipperweb site
JANUARY 15, 2015
  • Optimization as a counter to driver shortage
  • Grounded containership refloated off Japan
  • NRF: Holiday retail sales up 4 percent
  • U.S. steel exports dropped in November
  • Great Lakes ship operators benefit from less ice in December
  • TIACA: New U.S. cargo plane security standards need 'risk-based approach'
  • U.S. Venture, Inc. announces new CNG division
  • McCain amendment would change Jones Act
  • BNSF Logistics harnesses new wind blade transport technology

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JANUARY 15, 2015
  • Increased use of biofuel eyed for Staten Island ferries
    But proposed legislation faces resistance.
  • Alaskan marine transportation firm to decrease fuel surcharge
    Must receive approval from US economic regulatory agency.
  • Report: Russia to export more crude, less fuel oil next month
    'There are implications for both the crude and product markets.'
  • Hapag-Lloyd to become first 'MRV-Ready Certified' shipowner
    Partners with DNV GL to work on a joint-verification programme.
  • Gibraltar's Oil Spill Contingency Plan revised
    Helps 'ensuring that our environmental credentials remain second to none,' says minister.
  • Nakhodka posts record exports
    New bunker fuel supply route emerged in 2014.
  • Port plans dedicated bunker quay for ECA compliant fuel
    Copenhagen Malmo expects quay to handle 170 bunker calls a year.
  • Fuel savings should be spent on 'eco-technology'
    'Shipping must remain energy-efficient even with fuel prices low.'
  • OW manager escapes extradition to Italy
    Court cites risk of 'inhuman or degrading treatment' if suspect is handed over.
  • Suppliers try to capitalise on firming trend
    Analysts dismiss crude oil market's mid-week a 'technical adjustment'.
  • Lubricant players to keep tabs on post-2015 market
    '2015 will be a big learning curve for everyone in the industry,' says Castrol executive.
  • New study on fuel-saving technology
    And its take up by shipowners.
  • Fuel oil stocks at four-week low
    Imports to Singapore fell by 40%.
  • LNG bunker tanker secures long-term charter
    Vessel will be ready for operations in early 2017.
  • Denmark invites tenders for sulphur monitoring
    Aim is to help identify cases of non-compliance so authorities can target those ships for inspection.
  • Glander hires trader trio
    First batch of interns join team in Singapore, India and Dubai.
  • Contractor to change plea in US Navy bribery case
    Leonard Glenn Francis earlier pleaded not guilty to conspiracy.
  • Shipowner: Hedging losses to hit bottom line
    Issues profit warning for 2014.
  • 'World's largest containership' lifts bunkers at Russia
    MSC Oscar called at Posyet Seaport on January 12.
  • Green group calls for 'urgent' shorepower adoption
    Hong Kong's Clean Air Network responds to government's 2015 policy address.
  • Nordea: 'Major savings' on bunkers for Maersk
    Maersk Group forecast to post an annual profit of $4.5 billion.
  • Crude surges the most in 2.5 years
    Despite reports US stockpiles increased last week.

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