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May 18, 2015
Sched Netweb site
  • Asia-Europe rate down 23.5pc to US$658/TEU - hikes unenforceable
  • MSC's No 1, Maersk's No 2, Evergreen No 3, CMA CGM No 4 in TEU rankings
  • NYK box ship rescues sailor on stricken yacht off Galapagos
  • Singapore's volume falls 5.7pc in April to 2.63 million TEU
  • British-flagged 17,554-TEU CMA CGM Kerguelen named in top French port
  • Korean yards expected to cash in on orders for LNG-powered ships
  • Long Beach port invites bids to start chassis pool to relief congestion
  • DHL ends nightmare scheme, conceding 'too much change all at once'
  • FedEx pledges US$1 million in relief aid to quake victims in Nepal
  • SIA profit soars 47pc on low fuel bill, but wrong-way hedging hurts
  • WTO Trade Facilitation deal to cut costs for poor: IATA
  • Finnair expands codeshares with Japan Airlines and Qantas

Exim Indiaweb site
MAY 17, 2015
  • Glander International Bunkering (India) Pvt. Ltd formed to offer domestic & international bunkering solutions
  • India, Korea to sign MoU for cooperation in maritime transport & logistics
  • It's the final countdown for FFFAI's Biennial Convention
  • London P&I Club underlines importance of proper enclosed space entry drills
  • Seaways Shipping & Prantik Marine complete three successful voyages of Prantik BIX service
  • Ship design errors could come back to haunt naval architects
  • TT Club maintains strong financial results & excellent rating
  • Coal imports up by 19 pc on low global prices in April
  • Hannover fair generates biz worth $ 1.2 bn for Indian firms
  • Merchandise exports down by 13.96 pc in April
  • Oilmeal exports decline by 35 pc in April: SEA
  • Customs likely to set up CCCFC to clear import consignments quickly
  • VCT hosts maiden vessel call of CCG direct service to Jebel Ali & Sohar
  • Govt sanctions 1,427 road projects, completes 1,022 in three years
  • Infra co. wins INR 669 cr. road project from NHAI
  • Railways incurs INR 29,236.77 cr. loss between May 2008 & Sept. 2013 in freight: CAG
  • Sri Lanka in rail deal with India
  • EU & Japan ask India to review use of safeguard measures
  • Forex reserves firm up further by $ 262.4 m to historic high of $ 352.13 bn
  • India & China sign record agreements during PM visit
  • Indian economy may grow to 8.1 pc in 2015-16, says UN-ESCAP
  • IVRCL bags EPC project worth INR 3,624 cr. from Saudi Arabia
  • Number of EOUs fell to 2,608 in 2013-14: CAG
  • PowerGrid to invest more than INR 1,000 cr. in two projects
  • Product & process re-engineering rather than incentives should drive exports, says Commerce Secy at Fieo meet
  • China's exports contract in April, more stimulus anticipated
  • Modi, Obama expected to attend US-India CEO Forum in Sept.

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Malaysia Airlines places first order for DAF trucks
  • More carloads in Australia, fewer in North America
  • Contargo wins "Eco performance award"
  • Doubling space for pharmaceuticals
  • US railroad recognizes safe chemical handling
  • NOL steaming out of Q1 doldrums
  • Globalink honoured again by Kazakh peers
  • Serving energy sector in Kazakhstan
  • Air Arabia Jordan begins operations
  • Outbound logistics services from RZDL
  • More intra-Asia trades for Evergreen
  • New property boss at world's biggest cargo airport
  • Countdown progressing apace
  • Kenya Airways mothballing B777 fleet
  • Rise in boxship orders kills recovery

IHS Maritimeweb site
MAY 15, 2015
  • Appeal court overturns MyFerryLink Dover ban
    Eurotunnel-affiliated ferry operator MyFerryLink has been given leave to continue operating in the Dover Strait after a new about-turn in its battle with the British competition authorities. The Court of Appeal in London this morning upheld an appeal against a UK Competition and Markets Authority
  • HMM posts first operating profit since 2010
    Hyundai Merchant Marine has posted its first quarterly operating profit since 2010. On 15 May, HMM, South Korea's second biggest shipping company, said it had a KRW4.2 billion (USD3.86 million) operating profit for 1Q15. Operating profit refers to the earnings from the company's core business and
  • NGOs criticise APAC reaction to Rohingya crisis
    Regional governments in Asia Pacific are increasingly concerned at the arrival of Rohingya refugees fleeing from Myanmar; nevertheless, NGOs have criticised their approach. The refugees have arrived in fleets of up to 25 vessels, only to be turned back by Thai and Malaysian navies. In a sign of
  • Norwegian owner and crew indicted in US
    DSD Shipping and four crew members have been charged in the US with MARPOL and other violations. The seven-count indictment, returned by a federal grand jury on 13 May, includes conspiracy, obstruction of justice and witness tampering. The indictment alleges that Stavanger, Norway-based DSD and
  • Evergreen, COSCO, CSCL launch CSX service
    Taiwanese Evergreen Marine Corp announced that it will partner with COSCO and China Shipping Container Lines (CSCL) in launching a joint China-Surabaya Express (CSX) Service. In its 15 May announcement, Evergreen said four 2,000-2,700 teu ships will be deployed for this service; one each provided
  • UOB Kay Hian: 'Sell' for Nam Cheong
    Singapore-based brokerage house UOB Kay Hian has recommended investors to sell offshore services provider Nam Cheong's stocks in view of its lower net profit and weak business outlook. Analysts from UOB Kay Hian have set a target price of SGD0.28 (USD0.21), while the Singapore-listed Nam Cheong's
  • Precious Shipping posts $10m loss in 1Q15
    Thai dry bulk shipping company Precious Shipping has reported a consolidated net loss of THB335.69 million (USD10 million) in its first-quarter 2015 results. This contrasts sharply with a net profit of THB139.62 million in 2014. Precious identified a few main reasons for the reversal in a filing
  • COSCO, APM Terminals, ICTSI to bid for Piraeus port
    Greek government has invited three companies to submit binding bids by September for a 51% stake of the country's largest port Piraeus, according to Chinese media on 15 May. The three potential buyers that are interested in buying the Piraeus port majority stake are COSCO in China, Denmark's APM
  • Courage Marine deepens into loss in 1Q15
    Singapore-listed dry bulk owner Courage Marine posted a loss of USD2.38 million for the first quarter ended 31 March 2015, up 136% year on year (y/y) from its loss of USD1.01 million in the first quarter of 2014. The company's turnover decreased by 77% y/y to USD1.2 million in the first quarter of
  • Ezion may lose rig charters in Mexico
    Singapore-based offshore oilfield service provider Ezion Holdings said it expects to lose some charter contracts for its rigs in the Gulf of Mexico. The company, which first-quarter 2015 profit dipped 9.3% year on year to USD41 million, told analysts that Mexico is a potential headwind. UOB Kay
  • Otto Marine posts loss for 1Q15 despite higher earnings
    Singapore-listed offshore services provider Otto Marine posted a loss of USD13.27 million for the first quarter that ended on 31 March 2015 despite recording higher revenue for the period. Revenue increased by 91.8% to USD148 million in the first quarter of 2015 from USD77 million in the
  • EMEA shipping, UN urge Southeast Asia to obey SAR law
    As Europe's migrant agenda is unveiled, international shipping and the UN call on Southeast Asian governments to ensure they meet their search and rescue obligations under international law. Speaking to IHS Maritime on 15 May, secretary general of the International Chamber of Shipping, Peter
  • Bank sues Sainty Marine over $48m loan
    Shenzhen-listed Sainty Marine has been sued by Bank of Jiangsu over a CNY300 million (USD48 million) loan dispute, the first lawsuit brought against the company in the wake of a series of defaults on debts. On 14 May, Nanjing City Intermediate People's Court put on file the suit filed by Bank of
  • NOL slashes 1Q15 loss to $11m
    Singapore's Neptune Orient Lines (NOL) has slashed its first-quarter 2015 loss to USD11 million, compared with USD98 million in the first quarter of 2014. Pre-tax earnings totalled USD133 million in the period, up from USD33 million last year, while its revenue declined 13% to USD2 billion in the

The Loadstarweb site
MAY 15, 2015
  • Asia-Europe box rates fall yet again as Maersk addresses market share
  • Marshall Islands berates 'shameful' IMO as it ignores climate change threat

Marine Logweb site
MAY 15, 2015
  • Iranian official to neighbors: Hand over Alpine Eternity
  • Sentinel goes to COSCO Guangdong for TAERRV for Statoil job
  • Purpose built daughter craft delivered to diving contractor
  • Norway contributes MSPV to Med migrant crisis response
  • Wärtsilä and Carnival partner on engine room optimization
  • Why naval architects need indemnity insurance

World Wide Shipperweb site
MAY 15, 2015
  • Port Angeles Port Commission names partner program projects
  • Collision with Coast Guard vessel injures two men onboard fishing boat
  • NYK containership rescues sailor from drifting yacht
  • Trio of carriers launching China-Surabaya Express run
  • NOL Group releases first quarter 2015 numbers

Lloyd's Listweb site
MAY 15, 2015
  • Caution advised on Libya calls
    Vessels should make security assessment and get war risk cover, say experts
  • Average Adjusters Association calls for London claims council
    Professional body could offer guidance on court rulings, argues Rowland
  • Taiwanese shipping lines post upbeat first-quarter results
    Evergreen returns to the black while Wan Hai triples its profits
  • Goodwill appointed UK shipping minister
    Eurosceptic Tory traditionalist takes over from Hayes
  • Skuld sees sharp fall in net profit
    Bottom line from P&I and non-P&I declines to $13.5m
  • Rates and orders put pressure on box line share performance
    Returns for investors have been subdued, says Drewry
  • Suezmax earnings soar $22,000 in just one day
    West Africa to Europe now close to $61,000 per day after one of the biggest leaps in earnings in recent memory
  • Libyan oil exports plunge on renewed tension
    Rosy outlook predicted by the International Energy Agency is at odds with Lloyd's List Intelligence data
  • Asia-north Europe rates slide 23.6%
    Nearly half of May GRIs are eradicated as rates drop to $658 per teu
  • Speed - the sixth risk for tankers
    The 'effective' fleet size cause by changes in speed is a critical factor in VLCC supply, says new study
  • Yang Ming posts $10m first-quarter profit
    Box carrier reverses earlier losses as operating revenue rises 17%
  • Supply chain theft: be aware of the weak links
    Time spent on due diligence is time well spent, says TT Club
  • China Cosco scraps another four ships
    As of April 30, the company has disposed of 26 vessels so far this year

The Journal of Commerceweb site
MAY 15, 2015
  • Deutsche Post hit by another round of strikes
  • Rising driver pay keeps pressure on truck rates, trucking operators
  • Agility Logistics starts year with 5 percent profit gain
  • Cyprus seeks private sector aid to become transshipment hub
  • Pacific trade deal gets another shot after US Senate reopens debate
  • Charleston port CEO says transit-time sensitive imports only a fifth
  • FedEx Freight drivers in Chicago Heights reject Teamsters
  • Evergreen, King Ocean to call new Haitian port
  • US West Coast ports' import share shrinks below 50 percent
  • Insurers warn on ship sizes, cyber risks
  • African oil exports to US take deep dive on shale independence
  • PMA's McKenna: West Coast negotiation process isn't sustainable
  • US cargo thefts rise 7 percent; Memorial Day could see spike
  • Greece kickstarts long-stalled Piraeus port privatization
  • Thermotraffic opens branch at Perishable Center Frankfurt
  • Port of Tilbury to expand refrigerated cargo capacity
  • SCFI: Normal service resumes as market sheds GRI gains on Asia-Europe
  • Cathay still reaping rewards of US port congestion
  • Taiwan an option as China production costs rise, financial firm says

TradeWindsweb site
MAY 15, 2015
  • Africa's clean tanker promise
    Fuel imports into sub-Saharan Africa should continue to provide support to clean tanker markets, shipbroker Poten & Partners said.
  • Hannson praises Norway PSV hire
    Norwegian shipowner Herbjorn Hansson congratulated his government for responding to a call to charter an offshore vessel to provide a quick response to the humanitarian challenges in the Mediterranean.
  • Atlantic trio taken
    Atlantic Offshore has seen three oil companies extend contracts for three of its vessels.
  • Mackay: 'Merger talks over'
    Talks surrounding a mega-merger that would have seen Teekay Tankers more than double the size of its fleet have ended, its chief executive says.
  • Rina adds 400 ships
    Italian classification society Rina has seen 400 vessels switch from rivals during 2014.
  • "No reason" for attack
    Norwegian manager Transpetrol has said it can see no reason why Iranian forces fired shots across one of its tankers, as talks to settle a row involving a jacket collision were at an advanced stage.
  • Brazil's $50bn boost
    New Chinese investment of $50bn could cut the distance of iron ore exports from Brazil through a new rail link.
  • Alex Yeo steps down
    Swissco's chief executive Alex Yeo Kian Teong has stepped down from his position "to pursue personal interests".
  • Greeks see lending rise
    Confidence in a recovery of the shipping markets in 2015 and beyond prompted banks lending to Greek shipping to increase their overall exposure by 4.1% in 2014.
  • Steaming ahead
    Japan's Kuribayashi Steamship has improved its annual profit despite a fall in revenue.
  • UK's new shipping man
    Robert Goodwill has been named as UK's new shipping minister with responsibility to complete the country's maritime growth study.
  • Tanker crewman missing
    French authorities have suspended a search for a seafarer lost overboard from a Nordic American Tanker suezmax.
  • Sentinel turns to Cosco
    Sentinel Marine of the UK has placed it second newbuilding order in three months.
  • Iran eyes LNG exports
    Iran is looking for investors to help produce LNG for export shipments.
  • MFL wins Dover battle
    The UK's court of appeal has ruled in favour of MyFerryLink (MFL) in a protracted saga over competition in English Channel routes.
  • ABG misses payments
    Some of ABG Shipyard's banks are considering selling its assets after it missed restructured debt repayments.
  • DSME disappoints in Q1
    South Korean shipbuilder posts surprise red ink in the opening three months of 2015.
  • Meiji makes progress
    Meiji Shipping has pushed up its profit for the full financial year 2014 as it beat its own forecast.
  • Evergreen black again
    Taiwanese container line Evergreen Marine Corp has returned to profit in the first quarter as it cut costs.
  • DWM confident of third party success
    A new shipmanagement joint venture between Diana Shipping and Wilh Wihelmsen is confident of attracting third party clients.
  • Dayang moves for Perdana
    Malaysian oil and gas company Dayang Enterprise Holdings is launching a $234m takeover offer for compatriot anchor-handler owner Perdana Petroleum.
  • Bulker bargaining
    We take a look at what was said in the market over the past week.
  • NewLead fights on
    Greece's NewLead Holdings is continuing to negotiate a restructure of its debt and seek new finance as it revealed a lower loss for 2014.
  • Bigger and better
    New York-listed Dynagas LNG Partners has increased first quarter profit as its fleet expanded.
  • PSV rides to Med rescue
    Norway has chartered an offshore support vessel to participate in the rescue of migrants in the Mediterranean.
  • CMA CGM upgraded
    CMA CGM has seen its corporate family debt rating upgraded to B1 from B2 by Moody's Investors Service.
  • Evergreen targets ASEAN
    Evergreen says it is looking to tap into the significant trade growth between China and the countries that make up ASEAN.
  • Products tanker under fire
    A Transpetrol-owned products tanker has been fired upon by units of Iran's Revolutionary Guard in the Persian Gulf.
  • Portland's LPG setback
    Plans to export Canadian LPG to Asia via the US port of Portland look to have hit a major stumbling block.

American Shipperweb site
MAY 15, 2015
  • Changes to Maritime Security Program could hurt some carriers
  • Cuba considers Port of Virginia shipping prospects
  • Spot container rates fall on major trade lanes
  • The Year of IT Pragmatism: Gartner conference wrap-up
  • Industry encouraged by Senate trade actions
  • FedEx loses motion to dismiss federal drug indictment
  • Commerce leads trade mission to Egypt, Jordan and Israel
  • Agility's Q1 profits up 5%
  • NYK containership rescues seafarer
  • DB Schenker revs up new air freight service
  • Executive Moves: Norfolk Southern and Momentum Transportation
  • Iran fires at, attempts to seize tanker in dispute over March oil rig collision

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
MAY 15, 2015
  • Environmental provisions of Polar Code win IMO backing
    But environmentalists outside the IMO remain unimpressed.
  • 'We must react,' says Maersk official as utilization falls
    CFO says shipping line could cut some services.
  • IMO to develop guidelines for in-use fuel sampling
    Guidelines have already been adopted by EU in connection with increased ECA compliance checks.
  • Dutch owner poised to make LNG order
    Veder not new to the small-scale LNG market.
  • Endofa opens Copenhagen office
    'Scandinavia is an area many Endofa staff and management call home.'
  • Singapore: Bunker tanker auction
    Second attempt to offload vessel.
  • Fuel oil arbitrage to Asia up 27% year-on-year
    Analysts point to tougher emission regulations in Europe.
  • More 'next-generation' LNG carriers on order
    Vessels feature a hybrid propulsion system.
  • Increasing appetite for more supplier regulation at IMO
    Current legal framework under MARPOL Annex VI seen as insufficient for assuring delivered bunker fuel quality.
  • Nor-Shipping to see 'unique' fleet performance system launched
    System tracks factors that influence vessel fuel efficiency.
  • Gazprom expands product portfolio at Romania ports
    Company has 'established cooperation' with local supplier of Mobil products.
  • New bunkering operation in the Philippines
    Hanwa and Petrotrade operating in partnership.
  • IMO committee resists change to sulphur verification procedure
    IBIA proposal seeking to align MARPOL Annex VI approach with ISO 4259 runs into major headwinds.

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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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