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March 25, 2015
Sched Netweb site
  • Ships at Los Angeles and Long Beach still at anchor in record numbers
  • EU 'orders' Greece to renege on Cosco Piraeus port deal to raise new cash
  • Clarkson ranks ClassNK as world's No 1 classification society in tonnage
  • Palau Republic flag value soars as wreck removal rule comes into force
  • Insurer ITIC warns of fraud incidents rising in wider marine industry
  • More US beef enters Hong Kong than can be consumed, despite mainland ban
  • Canadian National to build intermodal hub near Toronto as Brampton fills up
  • Port Klang earmarks US$80 million to enhance flow between terminals
  • Construction works to affect marine traffic in Hong Kong
  • FedEx quarterly profit up 53pc to US$580 million as revenue increases 4pc
  • Yangtze River Express quits Frankfurt for Munich, having added Brussels
  • LATAM narrows loss to US$209 billion as revenues fall 1.7pc to $3.04 billion
  • Old timers trace the pitfalls of air cargo continuing crisis in Shanghai

Exim Indiaweb site
MARCH 24, 2015
  • BCHAA welcomes new Custom brokers
  • Chittagong-Kolkata direct service launched
  • Maiden vessel of Milaha's NDX service calls Nhava Sheva
  • Marine Pollutants - MARPOL ANNEX III
  • MSC set to induct another giant boxship
  • Chennai Port surpasses last fiscal's throughput by March 21 this year
  • Port of Amsterdam delegation to visit Mumbai
  • Air freight makes slow start in 2015
  • INR rises against dollar for 7th consecutive session
  • Merchandise exports seen contracting again
  • KPT adjudged Sea Port of the Year for non-containerised cargo at Northern India Multimodal Logistics Awards 2015

International Transport Journalweb site
  • New contract for Norbert Dentressangle
  • Capex for Rio's ports to reach USD 880 million
  • Switzerland to fast-track railfreight
  • BP hands out five year logistics service contract
  • China's first commercial flight with biofuel
  • Massive funds earmarked for Indian rail projects
  • New location in Norway
  • Two long-serving managers piped off board
  • Airbus delivers 9,000th aircraft and regrets accident
  • US coast guard accepts KR for ballast testing
  • Work on Söderas railway reconstruction progressing
  • Automotive in USA goes Penske
  • DP World to develop Maldivian port industry

IHS Maritimeweb site
MARCH 24, 2015
  • Doyle re-confirmed at US Federal Maritime Commission
    The US Senate has confirmed William Doyle for another term as a commissioner at the US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC). The unanimous vote on 23 March allows Doyle to serve on the five-member panel until 30 June 2018. He began serving as a commissioner in January 2013. Doyle and his fellow
  • UK ferries braced for exit checks
    The UK's Port of Dover ferry operators are bracing themselves for the 8 April deadline when they take over responsibility for passport checks of all UK travellers leaving the port for abroad. Concerns about congestion aired by the UK Chamber of Shipping and the Freight Transport Association (FTA)
  • RINA updates offshore platform rules
    The Italian classification group RINA has updated its offshore platform rules in response to growing industry challenges in the offshore sector, it announced today. The rules and guidance provide a comprehensive guide to classification, certification, and verification of fixed offshore oil and gas
  • Great Lakes reinforcements may fail to break the ice
    Shipowners are worried that the Canadian Coast Guard's (CCG's) plan to send two ships to reinforce its Great Lakes icebreaking force will not be sufficient to open shipping channels after the St Lawrence Seaway opens on 2 April. "The challenge looks much greater with fewer breakers than
  • Wilson orders three 2,600dwt bulkers at Wuxue Janda
    Wilson, the listed Norwegian shortsea shipping group, has ordered three 2,600dwt bulk carriers from the Wuxue Janda Shipbuilding yard in Hubei, China. The three ships are scheduled to be delivered in 2016 and each cost about EUR3.3 million (USD3.5 million). The company has obtained refund
  • Piracy humanitarian group's future in doubt
    The falling number of Somali pirate incidents could spell the end of piracy humanitarian group MPHRP in its current form. The future of the Maritime Piracy Humanitarian Response Programme (MPHRP) is under review, the organisation has told IHS Maritime. Funding from its main backer, the ITF
  • Shipping casualties 'lowest in 10 years'
    The number of shipping losses dropped to a 10-year low last year, according to the third safety and shipping review from German marine insurer Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS). Only 75 ships over 100 gt were lost to sinking, grounding, or fire/explosion last year - down 32% on the
  • Bright outlook seen for crude and product tankers
    The outlook for both the crude oil and the product tanker sectors looks encouraging, shipping analysts in Norway say. Saudi Arabia has increased its oil production to 10 million bpd, an increase of 0.4 million bpd from February. "Saudi Arabia has increased their crude exports so far this year,
  • Ningbo port eyes seaway-railway routes
    Ningbo Port Group sees potential in seaway-railway intermodal transport as the central Chinese port looks for more business. According to Tong Mengda, chief economist of Ningbo Port Group, the port should prioritise the development of the seaway-railway intermodal transport because that segment was
  • COSCO Pacific posts higher revenue
    Hong Kong-listed COSCO Pacific has posted an 8.9% (USD870.1 million) rise in revenue for 2014 compared with the previous year, the company said in a stock filing on 24 March. Profit also rose 2.3% year on year (y/y) to USD292.8 million in 2014, excluding the discontinued operation, due to container
  • Unlisted shipbuilders likely to show reduced order activity
    South Korea's unlisted shipbuilders will become less aggressive in order activity, said an analyst in his research note. Samsung Securities analyst Youngsoo Han said, "Most shipbuilding contracts are based on a heavy tail payment scheme, so shipbuilders are responsible for working capital. Since
  • IMO canvasses views on ballast water systems
    The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has called for those involved in the testing, approval, fitting, and operation of ballast water management systems to complete two online surveys giving their opinion of current approval guidelines. Survey responses will go into a review being conducted
  • Shina SB at crossroads
    South Korean shipyard Shina Shipbuilding (Shina SB), which is under court receivership, will know its fate in late March as the court decides to either extend the company's receivership period or declare it bankrupt. Shina SB, which was once one of the world's 10 largest shipyards, had been under a
  • Rizhao Port's profit down 28.6% for 2014
    Shanghai-listed Rizhao Port announced on 23 March that the company recorded profit of CNY573 million (USD92.3 million) for 2014, down 28.6% year on year (y/y). The decrease of profit was attributed to the reduction of cargo throughput, rising labour costs, as well as the bankruptcy of Shanxi Haixin
  • Thailand to get Japanese support for rail link
    Rail links between Myanmar's Dawei port project and Thailand's gateway port, Laem Chabang, are under discussion, Thai prime minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha said in a weekly address. The links are set to be built with help from Japan, Gen Prayut said, referring to a recent meeting with Japanese
  • Vietnam VP Bank to buy 51% stake in CICT
    Vietnam-based VP Bank is poised to acquire shipping liner Vinalines' 51% stake in Cai Lan International Container Terminal (CICT) in Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam. Vinalines proposed to sell its majority stake in the terminal to VP Bank as a solution for its outstanding debt of around VND9 trillion
  • CMES aims to double revenues in 2015
    China Merchants Energy Shipping (CMES) aims to double its revenues in 2015 from 2014 to CNY5.4 billion (USD870.9 million) with the deliveries of newbuilds after a rash of scrapping of old tonnage last year. In 2014, CMES' revenues rose 1.4% year on year (y/y) to CNY2.6 billion, a stock filing of

Marine Logweb site
MARCH 24, 2015
  • ABS updates guidance on LNG bunkering
  • Davie celebrates 190th anniversary
  • MTU to pay $1.2 million in settlement with EPA
  • Kvichak books order for 60 ft research catamaran
  • Bisso Towboat takes delivery of newbuild ship-assist tug
  • ABB adds to Azipod line
  • Senate confirms William Doyle for further FMC term
  • Barge services provider faces OSHA penalties
  • Newbuild Songa semi to get sponsons and blisters
  • Shipping losses decline, but new threats loom

World Wide Shipperweb site
MARCH 24, 2015
  • Port of Everett inks lease with All Ocean Services
  • Diana Shipping extends charter for Panamax dry bulk vessel
  • Georgia Ports Authority releases February numbers
  • Cruise season begins early for Port Metro Vancouver
  • CMA CGM Group adding new 10,900 TEU containership

Lloyd's Listweb site
MARCH 24, 2015
  • Mixed reaction to 29% UK casualty surge
    MCA and Chamber satisfied with safety record, but RMT expresses concern
  • Shipowners looking more closely at lifecycle costs
    Operators working more closely with equipment suppliers as they seek to maximise return from investment in technology
  • Rickmers Shipmanagement adds seven bulkers
    Unnamed new vessels to be phased in from April 1
  • Tankers: Revelling in the present
    Making hay while the sun shines because the future holds too many unknowns
  • Savannah box volumes on the rise
    Georgia Port Authority facility recorded double-digit container growth in February
  • Mexico on cusp of becoming LNG exporter, but it won't be easy
    Liquefaction plans are afoot but stumbling blocks exist
  • US judge dismisses Restis defamation case against UANI
    Update: Restis and Enterprises disappointed not to be given their day in court 'due to opaque reasons'
  • PIL takes majority stake in Mariana Express Lines
    MELL to be operated alongside PIL's Pacific Direct Line
  • China Merchants Energy Shipping posts $32.3m profit
    Revived tanker segment and hefty government subsidies contribute to performance
  • Chemical tanker recovery expected in 2016
    Middle Eastern petrochemical plant investment aids path to recovery for chemtankers
  • Cosco Pacific sees terminal profits grow by 18%
    Ports operations show strong growth, but container leasing unit weighs down group earnings
  • Data Hub: Trade Routes
    Boom times on the transatlantic - carriers are expected to cascade larger vessels into the trade as upgrades are carried out at ports and the Panama Canal completes its expansion
  • Tanker recovery hinges on stable supply-demand picture
    Leading tanker owners cautiously optimistic and Scorpio's Bugbee tells Capital Link audience that private equity should push for consolidation
  • UK waters buck trend as shipping gets safer
    Casualties around Britain up 29% in 2014, says Allianz report
  • Billion-dollar casualties set to increase, Allianz warns
    Fewer incidents overall, but some will be hugely costly, insurer predicts

The Journal of Commerceweb site
MARCH 24, 2015
  • TSA reports processing delays for TWIC cards
    Processing delays are forcing some applicants for Transportation Worker Identification Credentials to wait more than 60 days to receive their TWICs, the Transportation Security Administration said. "We regret any inconvenience or difficulty this may be causing, and are working diligently to reduce the time it takes to process all TWIC applications,"...
  • With continued congestion, LA-Long Beach port extends cap on dockage fees
    Recognizing the impact that port congestion is having on the ability of marine terminals to work container ships, the Long Beach Harbor Commission has extended a cap it had placed on dockage fees charged to shipping lines until June 30. The cap on dockage fees was put into effect last December...
  • Global liner industry faces financially 'challenging' 2015
    Just a week after AlixPartners reported improving finances for container lines, the international consulting firm provided a less-than-cheery projection of the industry's balance sheet in 2015. In its annual report on the industry released Tuesday, the group characterized the outlook for global container lines as "challenging." Its a characterization driven by...
  • US truck volumes slip 3.1 percent in February due to weather and port disruption
    Volumes moved by truck in the U.S. declined in February, the result of severe winter weather and lingering effects of the West Coast port congestion crisis, according to the American Trucking Associations. According to the ATA, for-hire truck tonnage decreased 3.1 percent in February, hitting the lowest levels on the group's...
  • Mitsui to sell US unit to Penske Logistics
    Japanese trading giant Mitsui & Co. has signed an agreement to sell Transfreight North America (TFNA), its wholly owned U.S. logistics subsidiary, to Penske Logistics for an undisclosed sum. TFNA is based in Kentucky, while Penske Logistics, a 100 percent subsidiary of Penske Truck Leasing, is headquartered in Pennsylvania. The deal is...
  • 'We want ships to come here,' Southern California ILWU leader says
    Bobby OlveraInternational Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 13 President Bobby Olvera told the Long Beach Harbor Commission that dockworkers are committed to clearing out the worst container backlog to hit the Southern California ports in more than a decade, and wants to see the reputation of the ports restored. "You have...
  • Bad weather makes for a rough February at Virginia port
    Winter weather that closed the Port of Virginia for four days contributed to a $560,000 operating loss for the port authority during February. The port is still battling congestion at port terminals that reached crisis levels during the month. Port officials have announced a series of steps aimed at reducing hours-long delays...
  • China to press Greece on port privatization
    China is expected to step up pressure on Greece to revive the stalled privatization of the port of Piraeus during a visit to Beijing this week by ranking members of the new Athens government. Greek deputy prime minister Ioannis Dragasakis, accompanied by two cabinet ministers, starts a four day visit on...
  • YRC Worldwide updating fleet and searching for drivers
    ORLANDO, Florida - After years of deferring major truck purchases, YRC Worldwide is preparing to shed some old equipment and replace it with new tractor-trailers. The $5.1 billion less-than-truckload operator is trading up both trucks and technology, CEO James Welch said at the Truckload & Logistics Council's 41st annual conference...
  • India to automate paperwork for import containers
    The Indian Ministry of Shipping has set April 15 as the date by which shipping lines should start issuing import delivery orders electronically to the cargo interests, another initiative toward paperless operation at major ports aimed at reducing wait times and costs. "The Ministry has initiated many measures to improve ease of doing...
  • US Senate votes Doyle to second term on FMC
    William P. DoyleWilliam P. Doyle was confirmed by the U.S. Senate to a second term on the Federal Maritime Commission, with a vote of 89-0. Originally confirmed by the Senate on Jan. 1, 2013, to fill the unexpired term of former Commissioner Joseph Brennan, Doyle was renominated by President Obama for...
  • Port innovation needed to better meet demands of mega-ships
    Khor Fakkan in the United Arab Emirates had the highest berth productivity for larger ships in 2013, according to the JOC.Ports must embrace revolutionary changes in handling containers to meet carriers' productivity demands for their large vessels, according to Drewry Maritime Research. "The simple fact is that while overall berth productivity...
  • Turkey shipper Butterball seeks ways to slice transportation costs
    When the polar vortex unleashed storm after winter storm last year, the network of distribution centers and third-party warehouses Butterball uses to ship whole turkeys and other products across the U.S. suffered serious disruptions, even in the usually temperate Southeast. "We had some real struggles as weather created all kinds of...
  • Lawsuit filed in advance of Baltimore ILA vote
    Several dozen Baltimore dockworkers have filed a lawsuit challenging their national union's takeover of their local chapter and dismissal of 500 new members before Wednesday's referendum on a local contract. The lawsuit reflects an ongoing power struggle within International Longshoremen's Association Local 333 and further complicates a two-year effort to settle...
  • Apparel's low-cost sourcing model not sustainable, say shippers
    HONG KONG - The low-cost sourcing model that has driven the apparel manufacturing industry from country to country in search of cheaper production alternatives is not sustainable and has to change, top shippers said at a sourcing conference.Heavy discount practices and consumer reluctance to pay more for garments and footwear...
  • A crude warning on rail service
    Intermodal service is sliding back downhill. After recovering rapidly in the weeks following Thanksgiving, the four-week moving average intermodal train speed (for all Class I rails except Canadian Pacific) topped out at 30.9 mph in late January. Since then, this measure has moved steadily downward for six straight weeks and...
  • Late winter weather hampers US railroads' trek to restore intermodal service
    JACKSONVILLE, Florida - Fierce late winter weather dealt a blow to U.S. railroads' efforts to restore intermodal rail service to the level shippers enjoyed before the 2013-2014 winter dragged down performance. But with the weather easing as spring began on Friday, the railroads say they are confident they can make significant...

TradeWindsweb site
MARCH 24, 2015
  • Crude awakening
    The rebound that has lent support to rates for tankers that trade in the spot market will likely continue in the foreseeable future, a researcher at True North Chartering told TradeWinds today.
  • Sobelmar 'safe'
    A bankrupt Belgian bulker operator has emerged victorious in the first phase of a race to protect its assets from creditors while pursuing a financial overhaul in the US.
  • Blackouts continue in ECAs
    Port authorities are raising concerns about incidents of vessel blackouts following fuel switching in emissions control areas (ECAs), says a top Lloyd's Register (LR) official.
  • Perri abandons Paragon
    Robert Perri made waves on Wall Street today after announcing plans to part ways with Greek bulker operator Paragon Shipping.
  • Canaccord retreats
    It appears that Canaccord Genuity, a diversified North American investment bank, has abandoned an initiative aimed at breaking into the shipping industry.
  • Proceed with caution
    It appears that shipowners are growing increasingly concerned about how much it will cost to maintain compliance with new regulatory requirements.
  • Coffee, tea or LNG?
    LNG power has become an increasingly popular topic at trade shows in recent years but few operators have actually taken the plunge.
  • Restis suit thrown out
    A US judge has jettisoned Victor Restis's defamation lawsuit against an Iran sanctions pressure group on the grounds that the litigation would reveal protected government secrets.
  • Aframaxes make hay in Med
    Aframax tanker rates have surged as the knock on effect of bad weather has brought the sun out for owners in the Mediterranean.
  • More canal cash needed
    Egypt's government is turning to the public again with a bond issue to raise money to widen the Suez Canal.
  • Carisbrooke coping
    UK short-sea operator Carisbrooke Shipping has revealed how it has adapted its fleet to new fuel rules without the option of scrubbers or engine retro-fits.
  • DNB raises products sights
    DNB Markets has brightened its view of the products tanker sector, boosting its rate expectations.
  • Grieg Shipbrokers in black
    Grieg Shipbrokers returned to profit in 2014 as its parent Grieg Group reported what it termed acceptable annual results.
  • Floreana ready for sinking
    A salvage operation to remove a grounded cargoship from the Galapagos Islands is nearing completion.
  • Lauritzen VP dies
    J Lauritzen vice president Henrik Steffensen has died at the age of 53.
  • Alam snaps up $60m OSV
    Malaysia's Alam Maritim Resources has spent $60m on a modern offshore support vessel from China.
  • Second fire hits Teekay FPSO
    A fire broke out this morning on a Teekay-owned floating, production, storage and offloading (FPSO) unit, west of Floro in Norway.
  • Western Bulk pays less
    Western Bulk executives saw their pay packets shrink in 2014 due to smaller bonuses.
  • Rickmers adds seven
    Germany's Rickmers group has won a deal to technically manage a fleet of seven supramaxes.
  • Dry trio for Wilson
    Norwegian owner Wilson has inked three bulker newbuildings in China.
  • Cosco Pacific profit cut
    Port terminal operator Cosco Pacific has seen its annual profit squeezed despite revenue and container throughput increasing.
  • Ship total losses fall
    Last year was the safest for world shipping in a decade according to the big Allianz insurance group.
  • Pareto trims Odfjell stake
    Pareto Management has trimmed its holding in Norwegian shipowner Odfjell.
  • Tanker damage found
    A Norwegian tanker has suffered hull, rudder and propeller damage after grounding over the weekend.
  • Ore exports to resume
    Mexico will resume exports of iron ore from its ports in Manzanillo and Lazaro Cardenas after authorities confiscated illegal shipments controlled by drug cartels last year.
  • Drunk master fired
    A captain has been sacked after he was found drunk on his bulker in New Zealand.
  • Libya premium shrinks
    The freight rate premium demand by tanker owners to load Libyan crude oil cargoes is said to be disappearing, according to Platts.
  • Gagasan tanker arrested
    Gagasan Carriers has run into trouble with another of its service providers after one of its ships was arrested in Singapore.
  • DCIX shares surge
    Investors look to have given the thumbs up to Diana Containerships' recent acquisition of two panamax boxships.
  • Party time
    The Connecticut Maritime Association's (CMA's) annual conference is well underway and many attendees are anxious to shake hands with the brightest stars of the event, Shipping 2015.

American Shipperweb site
MARCH 24, 2015
  • Vessel arrival data shows how quickly West Coast congestion worsened in 2014
  • Doyle confirmed for another term as Federal Maritime Commissioner
  • Crowley adds barge service to Puerto Rico
  • Diana Containerships to purchase two Panamax containerships
  • FedEx paid $1.4b for GENCO
  • FTR: Shippers Conditions Index shows 'short-term' positive indicators
  • DHS names new COAC members
  • EPA awards $8 million for diesel emission reduction programs
  • FMC reviews 20 OTI license applications
  • Great Lakes shipping breaks winter slumber
  • Falling energy prices impact KCS rail revenues
  • Service Announcements: C.R. England, Daikin Reefer, CEVA and U-Freight America
  • Executive moves: DHL Global Forwarding, ICAO and ampCNG
  • AEP explores 'strategic options' for barge line

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
MARCH 24, 2015
  • Indian Defence Minister: Somali pirates may shift towards India
    As security in the Gulf of Aden tightens.
  • Dual-fuel engines for boxships to gain popularity in 'coming years'
    As companies do not seem to be 'in a rush' to adopt technology right now, says chief executive.
  • Mega-box ship deals could prove very costly
    Recent falls in bunker prices offer respite but not a permanent fix to high levels of debt.
  • Shipbuilder shares LNG technology
    Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering has signed an MoU that will see the spread of its patented technology.
  • Ship operator says ECA rules have been a bonus
    'We are confident that the investment has led to safer, greener and more efficiently-run vessels,' says Carisbrooke Shipping CEO.
  • Lower fuel bills give filip to box trades
    Box ship executive optimistic on future growth.
  • Japanese market 'tight' ahead of refinery turnarounds
    Trader: 'We are not even sure we can cover term-demand.'
  • Unpaid bunker bills prompted Singapore arrest
    Ship's owner said to be looking for market exit.
  • LNG bunkering: 'Numbers could be pretty substantial'
    'Oil is like dating, gas is like getting married,' says FGE Chairman at Fujcon 2015.
  • Swedegas gets new owners
    New players see 'major development potential' in Swedish gas market.
  • Piracy alert issued for Singapore-Malacca Strait area
    ReCAAP ISC warns of potential hijackings 'over the next few days'.
  • Antigua to develop local bunker market
    Has plans to develop St John's harbour area.
  • Andatee board member resigns
    'Personal reasons' behind decision.

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Terminal Intermodale Venezia, concession contract renewed
Terminal Intermodale Venezia, concession contract renewed
Venice
The duration of the agreement is 25 years. Investments of over 100 million euros are expected
Ahead of the election, Australia is arguing over who will oust China's Landbridge from the Port of Darwin
Darwin/Strathpine
Assurances to this effect were given by both Prime Minister Albanese and opposition leader Dutton.
US tariffs will cause a four percentage point reduction in the expected volume of world trade
Geneva
The World Trade Organization believes so
84% of new constructions ordered by the Italian navy will be built in China
Rome
Analysis by the Confitarma Study Center on the possible impacts of US duties on the national shipping industry
GNV ships will call at Algerian ports for the first time
Genoa
In summer, the weekly connections Sète-Algiers and Sète-Bejaia will be activated
Boluda Towage and Marsa Maroc to operate towage services in the new port of Nador West Med
Valencia
Denton (ICC): Trump's tariffs pose a crucial challenge to rules-based trade governance
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Paris
Rather, he stressed, multilateral solutions are needed to resolve the long-standing inefficiencies and inequalities in the global trading system.
Guerrieri appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Leghorn
The mandate granted by MIT has no expiration date
APM Terminals buys the Panama Canal Railway Company
The Hague
The company operates the railway line parallel and adjacent to the Panama Canal
Piloda plans a hub for ship repair, refitting and demolition in the port of Brindisi
Naples
Expression of interest for the reconversion and reindustrialization of the former coal power plant area
Kuehne+Nagel to handle spare parts logistics for Changan electric cars in the European market
Schindellegi
Agreement with the Chinese car manufacturer
A.P. Møller Holding submits offer to acquire entire share capital of towing company Svitzer
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Copenhagen
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Public interest declared for MSC, Neri and Lorenzini's project for a new container terminal in Livorno
Slight annual growth in freight traffic in Italian ports driven by containers
Slight annual growth in freight traffic in Italian ports driven by containers
Rome
In the container segment, the strong increase in transhipments offset the decline in imports and exports
Turkey's Desan Shipyard in talks to take over Mangalia shipyard
Bucharest
The Tuzla plant is much smaller than the Romanian one
Six international shipping associations present a guide to planning safe navigation
London
TUI awards Fincantieri contract for two new cruise ships for Marella Cruises
Hanover/Trieste
Deliveries are scheduled for 2030 and 2032
ESPO urges EU and Member States to allocate funds to decarbonise ships and ports
Brussels
Earmarking Innovation Fund proceeds to stimulate demand for clean marine fuels
China Antitrust Launches Investigation into Hutchison Ports' Panama Terminal Sale
Beijing/Hong Kong
Panama Ports Company operates the Balboa and Cristobal ports
PSA posts annual revenue growth, but profits fall
Singapore
Sharp increase in operating costs across the board
Temporary Port Labor Supply Company in Cagliari Extended for Another 18 Months
Cagliari
In 2024, cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by +3.5%
Beijing
Increase of +6.9% in traffic with foreign countries. In the first two months of 2025, 1.75 billion tons were moved (+1.6%)
Chinese container maker CIMC posts bumper 2024
Hong Kong
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In February, freight traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -4.4% and in Savona-Vado it increased by +24.5%
Genoa
Cruise and ferry passenger decline
ICS, Trump's proposed measures against Chinese ships risk having significant unwanted consequences, even for the US
Washington
Strong opposition to their introduction also expressed by the WSC
Intercargo, international measures for decarbonisation of shipping must be simple and clear
London
Gkonis: Must not compromise operational efficiency and smooth global transport of essential goods
Port of Barcelona invests 124 million to develop sustainable fuel traffic
Barcelona
Construction of three new moorings at Moll de l'Energia
In 2024, freight traffic in the port of Catania began to grow again. A decline in Augusta
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Augusta
A total of 7.9 million and 23.0 million tons of cargo were handled
In 2024, the terminal operator HHLA recorded record revenues with a growth of +10.5%
Hamburg
Profit after taxes amounted to 56.4 million euros (+33.1%)
Launch of a public consultation for the updating of the PRPs of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Genoa
The involvement of territorial, economic and social communities is foreseen
ITU, ICAO and IMO highlight risks to maritime and air transport caused by attacks on satellite communications
Geneva/Montreal/London
London Government presents its strategy for decarbonising maritime transport
London
The measures for ports will be defined after a public consultation that will take place in the coming months
For security, military ships are not enough, merchant ships are also essential
London
TUI in talks with shipyards for two new cruise ships for Marella
Hanover
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ANESCO, with the Port Employment Centers, accidents have decreased in the three main Spanish ports
Madrid
67% reduction in lost work days per year
Filt, Fit and Uilt, no to the transformation from "article 18" to "16" of the Livorno port company LTM
Leghorn
Unions ask port authority to block proliferation of new economic entities
Last year Fincantieri recorded record revenues and new orders
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Trieste
Folgiero: the first fruits of our strategy and industrial vision have been harvested
COSCO Shipping Holdings revenue increased by +44.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024
COSCO Shipping Holdings revenue increased by +44.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024
Shanghai
In the period, the container ships of the Chinese group's fleet transported 6.9 million TEUs (+13.1%). Containers on the Asia-Europe/Med routes fell
Porto Marghera, renewal of concession to Terminal Rinfuse Venezia
Venice
New 25-year contract. Investments of over 53 million euros expected
In the last quarter of 2024, container traffic alone increased in French ports
Paris
In the whole year, containers amounted to over 5.3 million TEU (+11.5%)
Carnival Sets New Low Season Quarter Records December-February
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Miami
Positive outlook for the remainder of the 2025 financial year
Rail Losing Ground in Transalpine Freight Traffic Through Switzerland
Bern
In 2024, trains transported 25.7 million tons of cargo (-3.7%)
CK Hutchison's Port Division revenues grew by 10.8% last year
Hong Kong
In 2024, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane recorded a net loss of -208 million euros
Rome
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Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
Conference to celebrate the centenary of the company
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
VARD to build offshore dive vessel for Dong Fang Offshore
Alesund/Trieste
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Next week Italian ports will participate in Seatrade Cruise Global
Rome
Initiative brand: "CruiseItaly - One Country, Many Destinations"
MSC Group Cruise Terminal Officially Inaugurated in the Port of Barcelona
Barcelona
In 2027 it will be equipped with a cold ironing plant
Marcegaglia and Nova Marine Carriers form NovaMar Logistic joint venture
Lugano/Gazoldo of the Ippoliti
A general cargo ship will transport raw materials to the steel group's plants
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Introduced most of the innovative technologies currently available
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
Decarbonisation of maritime transport will be faster in the EU and the US
DHL Acquires CRYOPDP
Bonn/Nashville
The company provides courier services for clinics and healthcare
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Over a million to the port companies of Livorno and Piombino to acquire green vehicles
Leghorn
The ranking for admission to the PNRR-Next Gen Eu contributions has been published
COSCO Shipping Development Co.'s container sales increased by +204.1% in 2024
Shanghai
The related turnover increased by +124.0%
The call for funding for the purchase of electric vehicles in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado has been published
Genoa
Yang Ming Buys Three New 8,000 TEU Containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Construction of a cruise ship for Regent Seven Seas Cruises begins in Marghera
Trieste
Fincantieri will deliver the unit in 2026
Federlogistica establishes operational offices in Spain and Brazil
Genoa
The aim is to go beyond theoretical cooperative relationships
Over a Ton of Cocaine Seized in the Port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
If placed on the market it would have generated over 187 million euros
In 2024, the economic results of Interporto Padova reached record values
Padua
Revenues up +17%
Three ceremonies at the Saint-Nazaire shipyard for three new MSC Cruises ships
Geneva
New flagship "MSC World America" delivered
German railway company DB Cargo reduced losses in 2024
Berlin
Revenues down again. -9.0% drop in freight volumes
NovaAlgoma orders second 38,000 dwt cement carrier in China
Lugano
It will be taken over in 2027
Customs agreement between Italy and Brazil to facilitate trade
Brasilia
Mission of the Customs and Monopolies Agency in the South American nation
A team from La Spezia Container Terminal in Rotterdam to test advanced technologies
The Spice
ECT Hutchinson Ports Training Center Visited
The assembly of Genoese freight forwarders on Monday
Genoa
It will be held at the Palazzo della Borsa in Genoa
Assarmatori, in Italy the ferry segment cannot bear the burden of the EU ETS in a very fragile market situation
Brussels
Messina: Protecting shipping from the ideological excesses of the Green Deal
The website of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard has been renewed
Rome
It has become a single digital access point to documents and services
In 2024, inland waterway freight transport in Germany increased by +1.2%
Wiesbaden
The volume, at 173.8 million tonnes, is the second lowest since 1990.
APM Terminals Granted Port of New York - New Jersey Concession Renewal
New York
Contract for a period of 33 years. Investments of 500 million dollars are expected
Experimentation of crane automation has begun at the Interporto Padova terminal
Padua
The interport company awarded the "Industria Felix 2025 Award"
Container traffic in the port of Algeciras fell by -17.0% in February
Algeciras
Both import-export volumes and transhipment are decreasing
New cruise company Crescent Seas has been founded in Miami
Miami
The fleet, initially consisting of one ship from Regent Seven Seas Cruises, will grow to five units within the next five years
In 2024, the volume of vehicles transported by Wallenius Wilhelmsen's fleet decreased by -9.7%
Oslo
Traffic down on almost all global routes
Agreement between Assoporti and Assologistica and the Florida trade, transport and port authorities
Rome
It was signed today
In April a mission in Albania of The International Propeller Clubs - Italy
Genoa
It will take place on the 9th and 10th in Tirana and Durres
COSCO Shipping Ports revenues rose to a record $1.5 billion in 2024 (+3.3%)
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone, a decrease of -3.0%
SO.RI.MA. (FHP group) granted a concession of an area of 125 thousand square meters in the port of Chioggia
Venice
Investments of 11.5 million euros expected over 25 years
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
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
Govt. to woo top ten shipping liners in world for Colombo port expansion
(Daily Mirror)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Contship Italia’s intermodal network has been extended to the Gulf Terminal in La Spezia
Melzo
Connections with the inland terminals of Milan, Modena and Padua
Container traffic in the port of Valencia grew by +15.2% last month
Valencia
The overall volume of goods handled increased by +6.8%
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority obtains gender equality certification
Leghorn
It is the first Italian port authority to obtain this recognition
Container traffic growth weakens at ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
Los Angeles/Long Beach
Last month, increases of +2.6% and +13.4% respectively were recorded
Assarmatori, the Italian government's position on the impact of the EU ETS on shipping and ports is good
Rome
Messina: fully understood the risks and distortions of European climate regulation
PSA Italy's Genoa port terminals awarded anti-corruption certification
Genoa
The UNI EN ISO 37001 standard defines the requirements for an effective anti-corruption management system
Assiterminal presents three projects for the sustainable transition of the Italian port sector
Rome
Work completed on docks 33 and 34 of the port of Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia
50,000 square meters of yards prepared
The completion and doubling of the Pontremolese is the dream-nightmare of the La Spezia port community
The Spice
Fontana: Money is not found when enormous resources are channeled into railway lines of dubious utility
Hanwha acquires 9.9% stake in shipbuilding company Austal
Sydney
Investment worth approximately 116 million US dollars
The European fleet is growing but competing fleets are growing at a faster rate
Brussels
Raptis (European Shipowners): investing ETS revenues in clean shipping technologies and fuels
Trasportounito has confirmed the national halt to the transport of goods
Rome
Proclaimed for the duration of five days from March 31st to April 4th
Container traffic in Hong Kong port increased by +9.1% in February
Hong Kong
However, for the second time in the last 25 years, cargo volume was below one million TEU.
Cargo traffic in Greek ports stable in Q3 2024
Piraeus
The increase in volumes transported on domestic routes has offset the decline in traffic with foreign countries
At the Vado Ligure container terminal a 21,000 teu container ship fully loaded
I go to Liguria
The 400-meter-long Cosco Shipping Nebula has landed
UIR proposes a permanent table for the development of intermodality
Verona
The main task is to build a project financing program.
Restructuring plan approved for Spanish company Armas Trasmediterránea
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Creditors' appeal rejected
The decline in cargo traffic at the port of Singapore worsened in February
Singapore
Containerized cargoes amounted to 27.4 million tons (-3.6%)
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