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BRIEFS

February 24, 2015

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US west coast labour peace at last with longshore union deal US east coast gains 150,000 TEU on west coast woes in 2014 Asia-Mideast/India trade to surpass Asia-Europe volume if trends hold 9,400-TEU CMA CGM Loire and 10,900-TEU CMA CGM Ural join fleet Cosco Pacific volume up 6pc with Yangtze ports trailing in growth Hong Ferry captain jailed 8 years, other skipper gets 9 months China supplies two anti-pirate patrol corvettes to Nigerian Navy Gulf Council of Cooperation port capacity to reach 45 million TEU Seminar on Malaysian halal certification in Kuala Lumpur Hactl handles 62 show horses for Longines HK Masters Low fuel prices won't lower air and trucking rates, carriers tell themselves Air Cargo Africa holds big convention in Johannesburg this week Panalpina to switch wet lease for B747-8F to charter for Atlas Air

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FEBRUARY 23, 2015
CMA CGM Group inaugurates new logistics platform in Cameroon, announces creation of entity dedicated to inland transportation solutions development Ghana to implement Advanced Shipment Information Inext Group launches subsidiary company, opens new office Kalmar lifts performance standards with launch of new heavy forklift MOL signs charter contract for 2 LNG newbuildings NYK completes winter safety campaign OSPL expands its services to 99 destinations Apeda to help exporters revive mango shipments to Japan Govt imposes anti-dumping duty on Chinese graphite electrodes Pulses imports to rise steadily to 3.7-3.8 mt this fiscal 3 PSUs eyeing capacity at Swan's LNG terminal Adani Hazira Port handles record rock phosphate Chennai Port becomes first southern port to receive NMG car rake Clearing of cargo backlog at US West Coast ports to take two months Construction well underway on Europe's first semi-automated container port First JNPT-APEC seminar for port officers inaugurated MICT celebrates road safety week to encourage safe driving Railways freight earnings up by 12.43 pc in April-Jan. Cabinet approves INR 4K/t export subsidy for raw sugar Crude oil imports may attract 5 pc Customs duty Govt may reduce Customs duty on oilseeds imports Govt's focus will be on investments in infrastructure: Jaitley Increased output by CIL helps cut coal imports by 21 pc in Jan. Seeks to exempt part of Customs duty on import of urea under Urea Offtake Agreement between the Government of India and Oman-India Fertilizer Company S.A.O.C.

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Logwin for fast moving fashion Etihad Rail and RTA sign pact ISS welcomes new head of operations Canada reinforcing rail safety and accountability Broekman changes brand LSO acquires Express Courier International Saudia Cargo boosts Nairobi - Amsterdam trade lane BNSF opens purse strings for two more states Khalifa celebrates ro-ro record with Ignazio Messina New captain piped on board flagship UTI Worldwide opens new offices in Malaysia ANA Cargo makes a switch in Munich DNV GL adds class to world's biggest "Oscar"

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FEBRUARY 23, 2015
Amarcon boosts new bulkers' fuel efficiency Amarcon is to deliver SEEMP-compliant OCTOPUS-Onboard fuel monitoring systems for 12 Handysize bulkers being built by Yangzhou Guoyu Shipbuilding for Pioneer Marine (Singapore). Due for delivery in 2015 and 2016, the 25,000 dwt Handysizes have a Green Dolphin design, intended to reduce fuel Coastal wins Mexican OSV pair Kuala Lumpur-based shipbuilder Coastal Contracts has announced that its wholly owned subsidiary Coastal Offshore (Labuan) has won orders for two offshore support vessels (OSVs) from a new customer in Mexico. Under the shipbuilder's first orders for 2015, the newbuildings are set to be delivered in Tankships revises IPO plan A new US initial public offering (IPO) registration by Tankships scales back on benefits for Greek sponsor George Economou. The updated plan, filed on 20 February, calls for up to USD150 million to be raised via the float and for shares to be listed on NASDAQ under the symbol 'TNKS'. Economou would Siem cuts Q4 loss as Russian fruit imports drop Siem Shipping narrowed its fourth-quarter shortfall, despite a plunge in Russia's fruit imports as tumbling oil prices undermined the rouble and convulsed the country's economy. The Oslo-listed company reported a net loss of USD0.8 million in the fourth quarter, compared with a USD2.5 million Ballast water treatment system gets US coastguard approval Bawat's heat-based ballast water treatment system (BWTS) has gained US Coast Guard (USCG) Alternate Management System (AMS) acceptance, says the Denmark-based company. Bawat now enters a five-year interim period in which to secure full approval. "We are very excited about the acceptance letter Skaugen bondholders agree to extend maturity IM Skaugen says holders of its IMSK12 bond have agreed to extend its maturity to 30 June 2016 from 27 February 2015, letting the company refocus onto core activities. More than two third of bondholders who met in Oslo today gave approval to the board's proposal to extend its maturity, said Skaugen Dry bulkers crawl amid dire freight rates Dry bulk vessels have steamed more slowly in the past three months amid rock-bottom freight rates, say shipping analysts at Oslo-based Arctic. Erik Nikolai Stavseth and Kurt Waldeland said the trend is apparent across a range of ship categories. "Our sailing speed data suggests Capes have actually Box ship demolitions set to slow in 2015 Container ship scrapping is likely to decline this year, despite challenging trading conditions, says a senior shipping analyst. While last year's demolition sales totalled 378,000 teu, for 2015 "300,000 teu looks like a realistic figure", said Peter Sand, chief shipping analyst at the Baltic and Daebo International files for bankruptcy protection Daebo International Shipping has been announced as a third dry bulk shipping company to seek bankruptcy protection this month amid plummeting freight rates. Daebo filed for a court receivership, a form of corporate bankruptcy, on 11 February 2015, said a company official. From 13 February, the MMA Offshore profits climb 55.8% MMA Offshore - formerly Mermaid Marine Australia - announced its new name today along with a 55.8% rise in first-half net profit to AUD37.7 million (USD29.4 million). Since buying out Jaya Holdings subsidiaries in June, the company has merged the two businesses under a single global brand, which US West Coast box terminals reach tentative pact Shipowners and dockworkers reached a tentative five-year labour agreement after deadlocked talks pushed container operations at US West Coast ports to near gridlock. The pact between the Pacific Maritime Association and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union, announced on 20 February, NOL could return to profit this year Singapore-registered Neptune Orient Lines (NOL), the parent company of APL, could snap its three-year loss-making streak this year, an analyst has predicted. Besides a gain from the USD1.2 billion sale of APL Logistics to Japanese freight forwarding giant Kintetsu World Express, NOL would also gain Westports seeks M&A targets in Southeast Asia Malaysia-listed port operator Westports Holdings is seeking merger and acquisition (M&A) targets in the Southeast Asia region. The company has yet to find a suitable terminal in the region to expand its business operation, deflating market rumours that the company is already in talks with external EA Technique wins USD191.8 mil. contract Malaysia-listed shipowner EA Technique has secured a USD191.8 million contract to provide a floating storage and offloading unit (FSO) facility for a project in the North Malay Basin. The contract would see EA Technique providing engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and Falcon Energy completes CH Offshore takeover Singapore-listed offshore services provider Falcon Energy Group has completed the takeover of CH Offshore (CHO) since its revision of an improved offer. According to Falcon Energy's filing in the Singapore Exchange, Falcon Energy and its concert parties have purchased and controlled an aggregate of Bumi Armada incorporates Armada Etan Malaysia-listed offshore services provider Bumi Armada has incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary named Armada Etan in the Marshall Islands. The new subsidiary will engage in principal business activities of shipowning, chartering, ship management, provision of marine support, and other services to Westports seeks M&A targets in Southeast Asia Malaysia-listed port operator Westports Holdings is seeking merger and acquisition (M&A) targets in the Southeast Asia region. The company has yet to find a suitable terminal in the region to expand its business operation, deflating market rumours that the company is already in talks with Penta-Ocean deploys dredger in Southeast Asia Japanese dredging and construction company Penta-Ocean Construction (Penta-Ocean) has deployed a new-build dredger for its projects in Southeast Asia. The company announced it has taken delivery of Cassiopeia V, a suction dredger, from ASL Marine shipyard in Singapore. A suction dredger is a work EA Technique wins USD191.8 mil. contract Malaysia-listed shipowner EA Technique has secured a USD191.8 million contract to provide a floating storage and offloading unit (FSO) facility for a project in the North Malay Basin. The contract would see EA Technique providing engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and Bumi Armada incorporates Armada Etan Malaysia-listed offshore services provider Bumi Armada has incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary named Armada Etan in the Marshall Islands. The new subsidiary will engage in principal business activities of shipowning, chartering, ship management, provision of marine support, and other services to NOL could return to profit this year Singapore-registered Neptune Orient Lines (NOL), the parent company of APL, could snap its three-year loss-making streak this year, an analyst has predicted. Besides a gain from the USD1.2 billion sale of APL Logistics to Japanese freight forwarding giant Kintetsu World Express, NOL would also gain Falcon Energy completes CH Offshore takeover Singapore-listed offshore services provider Falcon Energy Group has completed the takeover of CH Offshore (CHO) since its revision of an improved offer. According to Falcon Energy's filing in the Singapore Exchange, Falcon Energy and its concert parties have purchased and controlled an aggregate of

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MARAD to certify cruise safety, security training Coalition calls for action on vessel discharge regulation Perez pressure produces port dispute accord Farstad gets LOI for subsea newbuild MISC takes over five Petronas LNG newbuild contracts Octopus-Onboard to boost fuel efficiency of Green Dolphins

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FEBRUARY 23, 2015
PMA, ILWU reach tentative deal for new West Coast labor contract CMA CGM Group adding CMA CGM RHONE to lineup Port of Olympia schedules BoatSwap & Chowder Challenge Port of Anacortes Oks new pact with facilities maintenance crew Maritime Administration to certify cruise ship safety training providers

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FEBRUARY 23, 2015
Maersk Line to shine but challenges ahead for other divisions Analysts forecast that full-year profits will be lower than expected Lunar new year offers demolition cheer as rates find a footing Imports of cheap Asian steel have declined over the past fortnight, helping to stabilise falling rates Tanker Investments hails positive impact of floating storage on other tankers Storage on VLCCs will have knock-on impact on suezmaxes and aframaxes Intra-Asia carriers equip entire box fleet with smart containers Carriers say the technology will allow them to differentiate in a commoditised industry BE&O takes covered fleet close to 2,000 vessels Fixed income P&I provider claims 25% jump in number of ships insured Champion of LNG as bunker fuel lambasts 'inertia of thought' Old habits prevent progress, says Graypen boss Tim Gifford Wisdom Marine to order handysize bulker at Onomichi Dockyard Profit-making Taiwanese owner continues to expand orderbook in spite of market woes AVIC Maritime eyes expansion in Chinese ship design and offshore energy Singapore-listed unit of China's AVIC Group remains ambitious after posting higher profits last year Britannia gains 5m gt in last year Further wins in renewal round, despite 2.5% general increase Daebo bankruptcy a sign of pressures facing small dry bulk players South Korean firm becomes third carrier falling victim to continued weak markets this month VLGC spot rate rises despite Lunar New Year chartering lull But spot rate could flatten as Year of the Goat gets under way Ferry casualty near Dhaka claims at least 68 lives Vessel on River Padma in Bangladesh was struck by a cargoship

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FEBRUARY 23, 2015
Equipment Finance Index hits 3-year high on increased capex spending A monthly measure of equipment financing activity hits its highest point in three years this month, pointing to increasing capital spending in construction and transportation. The Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry rose to 66.3 from the 66.1 reading reported by the Equipment Leasing and Finance Foundation last month. Large... Volume rose 4 percent at top US cross-border trucking gateways The number of tractor-trailers that passed through the top five U.S. border crossings rose 4 percent in 2014, as stronger U.S. industrial output drove trade with Canada and Mexico. The truck gain also comes as importers had difficulty getting goods inland from U.S. seaports. The increase in truck traffic in 2014... West Coast ports easing back into full production, PMA says With a tentative contract in hand, West Coast ports are easing their way back into full production, although the performance of longshoremen Monday was not consistent up and down coast, according to the Pacific Maritime Association. In Los Angeles-Long Beach, the International Longshore and Warehouse Union resumed full dispatch of skilled... TPP hinges on Obama getting trade promotion authority, trade officials say The completion of a long-awaited Pacific trade deal may still be a ways off, international officials say, so long as U.S. legislators continue to delay key trade legislation that would make the deal possible. Chief negotiators from nations on both sides of the Pacific are set to meet the second week... Crowley to expand Jacksonville terminal acreage Crowley Liner Services will expand its footprint at the Port of Jacksonville's Talleyrand Marine Terminal in preparation for the carrier's transition to new ships that will operate between the U.S. mainland and Puerto Rico. The port announced a lease agreement that will expand Crowley's current 12-acre Talleyrand leasehold to 50 acres.... Lakes-Seaway opening set for March 27 The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway system's navigation season is scheduled to reopen March 27 following its annual winter shutdown that began Jan. 1, U.S. and Canadian authorities announced. The seaway handled 40 million metric tons of cargo in 2014, its highest volume since 2008, as rail congestion increased the waterway's grain... Panama Canal aims to keep volume gains fueled by West Coast congestion The Panama Canal Authority is setting its sights on retaining the increase in container volumes from Asia to the U.S. East and Gulf Coast ports it gained in recent months, thanks to shippers diverting cargo from congested West Coast ports. Even though it has not experienced any increase in the number... CMA CGM opens West Africa logistics hub CMA CGM has opened a logistics complex, between the port and city of Douala, Cameroon, and set up a new firm to handle inland transportation in West African markets. The French carrier has a 25-year concession to operate the two hectare (4.95 acres) 3CTC terminal, which includes a 1,200 square metres... Trans-Atlantic carriers' rate push faces headwinds as volume rises Trans-Atlantic carriers face a struggle to hike rates amid rising capacity and new competition, even as the euro's slide against the U.S. dollar boosts shipments on the key westbound leg, according to Drewry Shipping Consultants. Traffic from Europe to North America increased by 8.4 percent in 2014, the second fastest growing... India's Vizhinjam hub plan fails to attract investors India's long-contemplated plan to build a privately operated container transshipment hub at Vizhinjam, near Trivandrum, took a hit after investor groups balked at rebidding for the contract on Friday. "We are both surprised and saddened. We have now decided to extend the tender by a month," officials said. The local agency handling... Manila box backlog easing but yard levels still high HONG KONG - It is almost a year since Manila imposed the daytime truck ban that led to horrific congestion in the Southeast Asian port, but even though the terminals are making ground on the backlog of containers, yard utilisation is still at unhealthy levels.At Manila South Harbor (MSH) and... Joint venture supports Port of Tauranga's big ship plans New Zealand's Port of Tauranga had solid increases in container throughput and transshipment volumes in the first half of its financial year (July-December).HONG KONG - New Zealand's Port of Tauranga and logistics management company Kotahi will form a new joint venture to support robust export cargo volume commitments made last... Oakland ILWU work stoppage ruled illegal by arbitrator The grievance machinery in the International Longshore and Warehouse Union contract was back in effect only 24 hours when the area arbitrator in Oakland on Sunday ruled that members of ILWU Local 10 had engaged in an illegal work stoppage. The arbitrator's ruling is significant because the grievance machinery in the...

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FEBRUARY 23, 2015
Crowley scores Jaxport renewal Crowley Liner Services has won approval from the Jaxport board of directors to expand its footprint at the Florida port facility. Cape sale stuns market Asset prices in the capesize segment have plunged in recent months and many believe the trend will continue in the months to come. Scrapping accelerates The near-term forecast for the dry-bulk market still looks grim but a sharp spike in demolition deals is encouraging, a leading investment bank to clients today. How low can you go? Analysts are growing increasingly concerned about the future of the dry-bulk market amid speculation that some owners will be forced to lay-up tonnage in the months to come. All eyes on DRYS Day rates for tankers have soared in recent months but a leading equity analyst does not believe the rebound will eliminate the challenges that DryShips could face in the months to come. Skaugen extends IM Skaugen has emerged victorious in a race to postpone the deadline of a bond that was scheduled to mature this week. Iran eyes Russia run The governor general of Iran's Mazandaran province is proposing a new sea link to Russia in the Caspian Sea. Canal bill to soar? The cost of expanding the Suez Canal could hit $15bn, according to an Egyptian consultant. Oil spill in New Zealand Hundreds litres of oil were spilled into New Zealand's waters during a transfer operation from a platform to a tanker. Farstad fixes newbuild Norway's Farstad Shipping has chartered out a newbuilding for up to 16 months to France's Technip. Bulker freed from ice A veteran bulk carrier stuck in ice for several days has been freed with the assistance of two Canadian icebreakers. Two crew hurt Two seafarers have been injured, one seriously, in a crane accident on a BigLift Shipping vessel in Australia. 68 dead in sinking Sixty-eight people have died after a cargo vessel was in collision with a ferry on a Bangladeshi river on Sunday. Scandlines signs up Scandlines has signed up with the Trident Alliance group of shipowners seeking to ensure compliance with new low-sulphur fuel regulations. Siem Shipping cuts loss Norway's Siem Shipping has reduced its deficit in the fourth quarter as costs were reduced. Saudi crew for Topaz Topaz Marine has joined forces with Saudi Arabia in an effort that will see cadets working as officers on its vessels. MMA boosts profit MMA Offshore has been profitable during the six-month period ended December as it presented its first financial results after its merger with Jaya Holdings. Coastal clinches OSVs Malaysian shipbuilder Coastal Contracts has won a new order from Mexico for offshore support vessels (OSVs). MISC takes on LNGCs Malaysia's MISC has taken on contracts for five LNG carriers from its parent Petronas for $1.1bn. Bestway better Ship designer Shanghai Bestway Marine Engineering Design has increased earnings in 2014. Offshore crewman killed A Filipino man has died on a Dof-operated offshore ship in Norway. Zueitina opens again A Greek tanker has loaded the first oil at Libya's port of Zueitina for nearly a year. Daebo seeks protection Daebo International Shipping has reportedly filed an application for rehabilitation proceedings with a court in South Korea. Experts plan SOx pow wow Experts from all North Sea SOx Emission Control Area (SECA) countries are set to meet this week to discuss sulphur emission enforcement. Scrappers welcome deal The US recycling industry has welcomed the deal in the West Coast ports dispute which they say has severally hampered exports. Volumes suffer big drop Long Beach was quick to welcome the peace deal between dockside workers and shipping companies and with good reason. US ports back in action US West Coast ports resumed operations over the weekend after a tentative deal was reached between unions and shipowners.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2015
NEWS FLASH: Perez says economic fallout required speedy end to West Coast port dispute ILWU, PMA reach contract agreement Canada introduces rail safety legislation for crude Winter expenses hit VPA's bottom line Port of Charleston welcomes Biden, strong January box business Small businesses remain at risk from West Coast ports disruption Work is on-off-on again at Port of Oakland Crowley obtains additional space at Port of Jacksonville Westbound transatlantic helped by strong U.S. dollar Tiger Cool Express expands its reefer fleet Tech Bytes: E2open, Aljex Software, FourKites, UNIT45 and Globe Tracker International CORRECTION: Port Tampa Bay's dock ownership

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FEBRUARY 23, 2015
Australia to ban vessels flouting maritime rules Could be refused entry for up to 24 months. Dan-Bunkering adds two offices in South America Located in Valparaiso and Montevideo. ABS approves LNG-powered towboat design Capitalises on Wartsila's dual-fuel technology. Human error caused bunker spill from state-run ferry Chief engineer unfamiliar with the fuel-transfer system, says probe. ABB to supply fuel monitoring systems 'Fuel consumption is the highest operational expenditure for the global fleet, and one of the biggest environmental concerns.' Dual-fuel still good for LNG carriers Despite fall in oil price, says lawyer. Opposition 'sensationalising the risks of LNG bunkering' Gibraltar opposition party claims LNG bunkering accident would be 'catastrophic'. Trident Alliance signs up new member Ferry company supports firm and transparent enforcement. New appointment at CSC Commodities Derivatives market has seen 'dramatic changes, including the exit of many traditional liquidity providers.' 'Private sector should have run bunker project' Sri Lanka Ports Authority facing criticism for failed venture in Hambantota. Korean dry bulk outfit goes under Citing difficult markets. Meeting of ECA states to focus on compliance Talks take place this week in Denmark. Report: Marine lubricants market set to grow Market revenue to reach $9.36 billion by the end of 2018. Glander International Bunkering expands India ops Employee has more than seven years of experience in bunkering. Cockett Marine Oil hires staff at Greece Apostolos Papatheodorou joins company as supply trader. SLPA to exit marine fuels business Port authority expects $16 million loss from Hambantota bunkering operations. Hybrid ferries to be fitted with Corvus' energy storage system Technology will help reduce emissions, improve operational efficiency of vessels. Specialised policing unit to monitor Suez Canal corridor Unit to be managed by Egypt's Minister of Interior. Brazilian fast supply vessel completes launch, trials Vessel's fuel capacity is in excess of 40,000 litres. Condition-monitoring system to go to main engines ClassNK and Mitsui collaborating on system. US West Coast ports dispute settled Longshore workers and PMA reach five-year deal. Indian firm to buy 'fuel-saving' feeder ships Company head backs government plan to link all Indian coastal cities.

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PORTS

Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.

Paris

It will become operational in 2027

COMPETITION

SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori

Rome

The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.

Brussels

The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation

PORTS

Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.

Rome

Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%

Taranto

Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

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

LOGISTICS

In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).

Hedehusene

Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.

TRUCKING

Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.

Milan

PORTS

Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.

Genoa

Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.

PORTS

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

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.

Antwerp

In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased

PORTS

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

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

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

SHIPPING

While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.

CRUISES

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

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.

London/Brussels

Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.

PORTS

ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.

Brussels

Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.

PORTS

PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously

Genoa

Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.

LEGISLATION

Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation

Rome

The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen

PORTS

Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Los Angeles

Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.

SHIPPING

HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs

Seoul

The ships will be delivered by April 2029

PORTS

Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.

Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter

PIRACY

Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter

Kuala Lumpur

The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk

Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.

PORTS

Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.

La Spezia

A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation

ACCIDENTS

In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.

Batam

This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"

TRADE

South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.

Beijing

Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group

PORTS

Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter

Singapore

By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

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

PORTS

In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes

Genoa

Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference

LEGISLATION

The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.

Washington

"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."

SHIPPING

Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.

Oslo

From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton

TRADE

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

Washington

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

PORTS

Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.

Livorno

Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

SHIPPING

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

Beijing

Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports

PORTS

In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.

Ankara

Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)

SHIPPING

Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue

Taipei/Keelung

In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded

SHIPPING

ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework

Brussels

Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%

Naples

Cruise passengers on the rise

PORTS

New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months

Washington

National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.

Madrid

The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros

SHIPPING

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

Haifa

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

INDUSTRY

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

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.

Genoa

Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion

Brussels

The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted

MARITIME SERVICES

SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug

Santiago

An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%

Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)

SHIPPING

Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)

Cairo/Ismailia

In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%

PORTS

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

Naples/Rome

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

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

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

PORTS

In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%

Ravenna

Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

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

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

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

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.

Los Angeles

Invitation to submit expressions of interest

In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.

PORTS

In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.

Geneva

The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)

SHIPPING

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

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

PORTS

Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054

Genoa

The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP

FREIGHT TERMINALS

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

Padua

PORTS

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

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.

PORTS

In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%

Hamburg

Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.

SHIPPING

China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels

Beijing

The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures

ACCIDENTS

New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden

Southampton

UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

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

CRUISES

Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.

Hannover/Trieste

With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned

PORTS

GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese

Palermo

The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt

SHIPPING

HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships

Seoul

The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars

Vienna

The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.

In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%

PORTS

In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%

Bremen

Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.

CRUISES

A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026

Catania

In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.

PORTS

Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.

Barcelona/Algeciras

In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.

Rome

The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

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

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

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

SHIPPING

GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China

Genoa

It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.

PORTS

A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.

Vado Ligure

Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata

SHIPPING

Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement

Naples

Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports

PORTS

The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.

Gioia Tauro

Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.

PORTS

The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.

La Spezia

The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"

PORTS

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

Istanbul

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

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.

Valencia

In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%

PORTS

Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.

Long Beach

Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.

PORTS

Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.

Genoa

Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.

SHIPPING

Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.

Izmir

It will be held on a weekly basis

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

	Departure ports
	Arrival ports by:
	-	alphabetical order
	-	country
	-	geographical areas

MARITIME SERVICES

Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector

Genoa

Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels

PORTS

The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.

Rome/Trieste

Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement

TAXES

Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits

Rome

Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play

COMPANIES

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

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

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

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

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

SHIPYARDS

Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory

Ismailia

They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

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

PORTS

Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter

Hong Kong

A 16.3% drop was recorded in September

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France

Trondheim/Brest

Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest

SHIPPING

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

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks

Brussels

They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

PORTS

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

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

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

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods

Rome

A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law

SHIPYARDS

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

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

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

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPYARDS

The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo

Palermo

Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan

SHIPPING

In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%

Hong Kong

Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

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

OFFSHORE

Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years

Palermo

Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

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

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.

Taranto

Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas

ACCIDENTS

One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies

Amsterdam/London

Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships

PORTS

Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.

Rome

At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.

EDUCATION

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

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.

Nola

Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network

SHIPPING

The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.

Vado Ligure

It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock

FINANCING

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

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

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

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro

Gioia Tauro

The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.

COMPANIES

A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.

Milan

At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

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

PORTS

Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.

Livorno

The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

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

PORTS

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

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

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

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

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

Rome

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

SHIPPING

Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.

Athens

They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.

Rozzano

The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.

COMPANIES

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

Milan

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

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

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

PORTS

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

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)

Valencia

In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel

PORTS

The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.

Pozzallo

It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm

CRUISES

Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises

Monfalcone

It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.

MEETINGS

A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

PORTS

Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.

Rome

This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.

EDUCATION

The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.

Genoa

The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed

LOGISTICS

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

Genoa

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector

Rome

Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.

LOGISTICS

Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena

Mesero

Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.

OFFSHORE

Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.

San Donato Milanese

The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023

SHIPPING

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

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

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

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.

Naples

Serious irregularities found on board

PORTS

Italian Ports:

Ancona

Genoa

Ravenna

Augusta

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

MEETINGS

A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

MEETINGS

The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.

Lugano

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December

(The Business Standard)

We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

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

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

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

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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

Villorba

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

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

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

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%

Venice

The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.

SHIPPING

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

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico

The Eagle

The sale will be completed in the next few days

MEETINGS

The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.

Lugano

Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland

OFFSHORE

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

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.

Ferrara

The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities

PORTS

The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.

London

Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch

PORTS

In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%

Taranto

The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped

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