testata inforMARE
Cerca
20 January 2026 - Year XXX
Independent journal on economy and transport policy
22:27 GMT+1
LinnkedInTwitterFacebook
BRIEFS
September 25, 2015
Sched Netweb site
  • AADA cuts bunker surcharge to US$200/TEU as oil price declines
  • Preliminary manufacturing PMI notes 7 straight months of shrinkage
  • ICTSI gets nod for US$107 million Manila port expansion
  • Canadian National sues Canadian Pacific over corporate espionage
  • Djibouti, bills self 'Dubai of Africa' plans to make Nigeria big cargo hub
  • Gdansk container terminal first half volume falls 18.6pc to 496,486 TEU
  • Shanhaiguan Shipbuilding furnish two 1,100-TEUers for Dalian Port Group
  • China to follow Korea, Japan to haul own cargo: Graham Porter
  • UPS deploys 'cost a little more' electric trucks from Georgia to Arizona
  • Port of Oakland starts annual dredging to protect 50 feet alongside
  • South Africa mulls plans to build 12 new liquid fuel terminals
  • SkyTeam Cargo alliance uses upgraded tracking tool
  • e-AWBs made easier for Connecta forwarders to plug into e-freight
  • 5 Portuguese airports to upgrade to Morpho trace detectors
  • Jan de Rijk Logistics takes over Omega Logistics to extend temp control

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Huge challenges Shipping
  • 39-40/2015 Too much drama? Ausgaben
  • Cool conference in Basel
  • Boeing's popularity sky-high in China
  • Trade facilitation and the forwarder's approach
  • New goals for wagon hire business
  • Beefing up pallet services in Benelux
  • Panama Canal opening dragging its feet Americas
  • Technology-based forwarder network kicks off
  • Two senior executives step up career ladder
  • CAL adds Atlanta rotation
  • Transtica new PCN member in Central America
  • Serbia says tit-for-tat to Croatia
  • Matson says no to beaching ships
  • Wrong time for confidence
  • Relief shipments to Greece and the Balkans
  • German railway in Austrian hands
  • EU money for transport in Guinea
  • UIA postpones Ashgabat launch
  • Volume of world trade keeps falling
  • WWL unfurling flag in Azerbaijan

IHS Maritimeweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2015
  • Only 57% of Sewol victims have sought compensation
    With less than a week to go before applications close for compensation relating to the Sewol disaster, only 57% of eligible victims or survivors have applied for compensation. Applications close on 30 September and 28-30 September is a nationwide holiday for Chuseok, or Korean Thanksgiving Day,
  • Australia's Incat supplies ferries for London and Sydney Harbour
    Australian vessel builder Incat Tasmania will soon have a showcase for its passenger ferries in both central London and Sydney Harbour. The Hobart-based company yesterday won an AUD50 million (USD34.75) contract to build six new catamarans for Sydney. Meanwhile, two of its fast ferries are due to
  • Viking Supply Ships lays up three PSVs
    A weak market has forced Viking Supply Ships, a listed Gothenburg-based offshore services vessel operator, to lay up three platform supply vessels. A company statement said that due to a continuing weak PSV market it had decided to lay up the vessels Idun Viking, Frigg Viking, and Nanna Viking.
  • HPH extends Barcelona concession
    The Port of Barcelona has announced a deal with Hutchison (HPH), the operator of its Tercat container terminal, to extend the current 30-year concession by a further 15 years. The port authority said it had agreed the deal conditional on HPH investing up to EUR5.8 billion (USD6.5 billion) during
  • Reclamation works for Busan New Port Phase 2-4 gets jumpstart
    Phase 2-4 of the Busan New Port development is getting back on track, with the submission of application documents to commence reclamation works, South Korea's Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries (MOF) announced on 24 September. Work on Phase 2-4 ran into financial difficulties as it tried to take off
  • Tropical storm halts Sewol salvage work
    Salvage work on the capsized Sewol ferry has been halted for a second time by bad weather. South Korea's Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries said today that divers and other personnel working on the ferry had begun to take shelter from tropical storm Dujuan. Forecasts are that this could strengthen
  • China cracks down on port fee overcharging
    The Chinese government is tackling port-related fee overcharging, in an effort to curb irregular charges reported in foreign trade. Four Chinese companies were found to be excessively charging for port services and violated national rules on port fees, a statement of China's National Development
  • Shandong Shipping to IPO VLGC unit
    Shandong Shipping is planning a Hong Kong stock market launch for its very large gas carrier (VLGC)-owning unit. The Singapore-based unit, Pacific Gas, is likely to be floated in one or two years, industry insiders told IHS Maritime on 24 September at the International Shipping Strategic
  • Nanjing Shenghang Shipping to raise funds
    Nanjing Shenghang Shipping, a small-sized Chinese chemical and products tanker owner and operator, will raise a total of CNY20.25 million (USD3.16 million) in a private placement. The proceeds reaped by the deal will be used to replenish its working capital and help mitigate the liquidity
  • China Exim Bank finances billion-dollar Teekay China yard order
    The Import & Export Bank of China (China Exim Bank) on 23 September signed a deal with Teekay to provide USD1 billion in financial support for Teekay's orders for high-end ships at major Chinese yards in the coming three years. The deal is a move to promote the Implementation Plan (2013-2015) on
  • Rena fate divides Maori
    Three weeks into the hearings over the fate of the Rena wreck on New Zealand's Astrolabe Reef, local Maori communities remain divided on whether the Rena should stay or go. Owner Daina Shipping has submitted that the remaining wreck is benign and should remain. It now holds significant heritage
  • India dumps 'archaic' shipping rules
    India has begun to phase out archaic shipping rules and procedures in earnest, Director-General of Shipping Deepak Shetty told the INMEX SMM India 2015 Conference in Mumbai on 23 September. The country is keen to improve its image in terms of making it easy to establish and run businesses, Shetty
  • Caribbean consolidation continues
    Crowley Maritime has signed a letter of intent to acquire Florida-based SeaFreight Agencies, further evidence of consolidation in the Caribbean container sector. "Both companies are currently working through the due diligence process in anticipation of executing a purchase sale agreement by
  • Danaos joint venture buys trio
    NYSE-listed Danaos Corp has launched a new joint venture to acquire second-hand container ships at the bottom of the cycle. The joint venture, Gemini Shipholdings, is 49% owned by Danaos and 51% owned by Danaos founder Dr. John Coustas. Danaos paid USD7.35 million for its Gemini stake. Gemini has

The Loadstarweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2015
  • Shippers would use new UK-US maindeck air cargo service - if the price was right
  • Smoother sailing for container shipping next year with volumes set to increase
  • Do I need one? Explaining the mysteries of EORI for importers and exporters

Marine Logweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2015
  • Orange aims for digital transformation of shipping
  • BAE Hawaii gets two Navy contracts worth $52.84 million
  • World's largest semi-sub is in the water
  • Southwest Shipyard to build diesel electric ferry for TxDOT
  • Fred Olsen Windcarrier gets 70 turbine installation job
  • Copenhagen conference looks at Arctic shipping issues
  • Damen delivers the second of two Mamola PSVs
  • Move to keep USMMA open during government shut down

World Wide Shipperweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2015
  • Vigor names Jill Mackie senior public affairs V.P.
  • Ports of Los Angeles/Long Beach set public clean air plan workshop
  • NYK named to DJSI list for 13th consecutive year
  • Weekly rail freight numbers roll to both sides of ledger
  • Alaska Airlines adding flights from Seattle to Nashville

Lloyd's Listweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2015
  • Suezmax rates more than double on Nigerian order, European activates
    Fewer owners willing to call in Nigeria due to reluctance to provide "letters of comfort"
  • Capesize FFAs in contango till end-year on expectations of push by China
    Market participants predict more iron ore flows from Brazil to China in the fourth quarter
  • Libya oil budget cuts will hit output, MAST warns
    Production now at 20% of capacity and set for further fall, says maritime security outfit
  • LNG shipping stops speculative orders and joins commodity world
    Fleet will grow 'at a pace' but speculative orders will be restrained, as the industry grows up
  • HSH bailout deal could boost secondhand vessel availability
    Sell-off on cards if ships change hands near market value, German ship finance fears
  • VLGC spot rate stifled as charterers step back
    National holidays in Middle East and Japan could keep market heading lower
  • Cexim offers Teekay $1bn loan to place orders at China yards
    LNG carriers, offshore projects and VLCCs are particular targets
  • West Africa's ports gear up
    The West African ports sector has come a long way in a short time
  • China LNG Group inks leasing agreement for 200 LNG-fuelled vessels
    Beijing's desire to promote clean shipping fuel is strong
  • ACE gives Littooij small marine market segment responsibility
    New role for marine insurance veteran

The Journal of Commerceweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2015
  • West Coast ports claw back market share lost to diversions
    Port of SeattleWest Coast ports rode a wave of Asian imports in August to take back market share they had lost to East Coast ports during the year-long labor issues associated with the International Longshore and Warehouse Union contract negotiations. According to PIERS, a sister product of JOC.com within IHS, U.S....
  • NY to Rotterdam spot container rate slips
    Port of RotterdamThe spot rate for shipping a container from New York to Rotterdam fell slightly for the week ending Sept. 25, but continued to hold relatively steady after a nearly 31 percent drop in late August, according to the World Container Index. It now costs $626 to ship a 40-foot...
  • Ebeling named CEO of American Roll-On Roll-Off Carrier
    Eric P. Ebeling will become president and CEO of American Roll-On Roll-Off Carrier, whose principal business is providing U.S.-flag ro-ro service for the military and other customers. His elevation to CEO is one of several executive changes that include the retirement at year-end of his father, Raymond P. Ebeling, as chairman...
  • Cracks could delay opening of new Panama locks, official says
    Cracks in a sill of one of the new Panama Canal locks is "likely" to risk a delay in the scheduled April 2016 opening of the new locks, a Panama Canal Authority executive told Reuters. Manuel Benitez, the canal authority's deputy administrator, spoke in response to a question and added that...
  • Georgia unveils $142 million capital spending plan for fiscal 2016
    Port of SavannahThe Georgia Ports Authority plans $142 million in capital spending on cranes, empty-container storage, a new terminal gate, and other infrastructure and equipment during its 2016 fiscal year. "Georgia is making the investments necessary to maintain and strengthen our position as the premier gateway for trade to the U.S....
  • Philadelphia port seeks private developers for Southport terminal
    The Southport site the Port of Philadelphia is seeking to develop.The Philadelphia Regional Port Authority has issued a request for qualifications for proposed private-sector developers of a long-contemplated marine terminal on the site of the former Philadelphia Navy Yard. The port authority has twice tried to interest developers in building the...
  • McDermott to retire as Philadelphia port director
    James T. McDermott Jr., executive director of the Philadelphia Regional Port Authority since 1994, said he will retire effective next April 15. The port authority plans a national search for a new port director. McDermott said he agreed to stay on through April 15 to allow time for his successor to...
  • Crowley Maritime to acquire SeaFreight Agencies
    Crowley Maritime has signed a letter of intent to acquire SeaFreight Agencies, a Florida-based operator in the Caribbean and and South American trades in the latest example of consolidation in the region's container sector. "Both companies are currently working through the due diligence process in anticipation of executing a purchase sale...
  • Severe weather shuts down Port Botany
    Shippers using Port Botany and reeling from the impacts of labor strife in August took another blow as the facility was shut down Wednesday due to wild weather. Strong winds and heavy seas shut down Australia's Port Botany terminal with the Bureau of Meteorology issuing a marine wind warning for the...
  • China punishes port service providers for overcharging
    The government of China has begun to punish port service providers who overcharge for services, giving teeth to a previously announced measure prohibiting excessive port fees in a bid to boost slumping trade volumes. Four Chinese companies were found to be excessively charging for port services and violated national rules on...
  • Brazil undergoes policy shift it hopes will spur port investment
    With few exceptions, Brazilian ports have been a basket case in recent years, and the initially heralded - and now derided - port law of 2013 that was supposed to lead to the investment of some $10 billion into the country's ports has floundered. Political instability and an unpopular government...
  • Congestion or no congestion, that appears to be the Manila question
    HONG KONG - Philippine business and government officials appear to be at odds over whether Manila will experience a return of port congestion when container volumes increase ahead of the Christmas season.Cabinet Secretary Rene Almendras, who heads Task Force Pantalan that is charged with finding solutions to port bottlenecks, told...
  • Mega-ships: Are they maxing out in size?
    One would be tempted to think the era of the mega-ship is in full swing after reading ship industry news headlines. On Sept. 9, Cosco ordered 11 19,000-TEU ships. In just over three years, there be 97 18,000- to 20,000-TEU ships in service, based on the current order book, with...
  • Jones Act taught Matson how to compete in the trans-Pacific
    Matson learned years ago in its mainland to Hawaii service the importance of on-time performance, and it's a lesson that has served the carrier well in operating its weekly express service from China to Long Beach. On those rare occasions when Matson's mainland U.S. to Hawaii services did not arrive on...
  • Congestion or no congestion, that appears to be the Manila question
    HONG KONG - Philippine business and government officials appear to be at odds over whether Manila will experience a return of port congestion when container volumes increase ahead of the Christmas season.Cabinet Secretary Rene Almendras, who heads Task Force Pantalan that is charged with finding solutions to port bottlenecks, told...
  • Ocean carriers' next big challenge: north-south routes
    HAMBURG, Germany - The cascading of ever-larger ships from east-west liner routes to the north-south trades is the biggest problem confronting container shipping, according to an industry analyst. Carriers are transferring vessels made redundant by the arrival of larger ships to routes running from Asia, North America and Europe to South...
  • Competition fierce as NVOs fix sights on Asia-US routes
    HONG KONG - Deteriorating market conditions on the Asia to Europe and Asia to South America trade lanes have seen NVOCCs focusing their efforts on the better performing Asia-U.S. trade, leading to intense competition on the long-haul routes.Greg Howard, CEO of CaroTrans, was blunt in his assessment of the current...
  • Hapag-Lloyd adds Durban to Asia-Africa service
    Hapag-Lloyd announced it is upgrading its West Africa Express, or WSX, service by adding a direct westbound call at Durban, South Africa starting Oct. 17 with the arrival of the Busan Trader at the South African port. The German container carrier operates the fixed-day, weekly service in conjunction with NYK Line...
  • Carriers oppose Vietnam plan to make freight tariffs public
    HONG KONG - Foreign shipping lines have expressed concern about a proposed Vietnam government decree that will require shipping companies to publicize their freight tariffs to protect exporters and importers.The proposal follows an investigation last year by the country's finance committee that found foreign shipping lines were hitting customers with...
  • Competition fierce as NVOs fix sights on Asia-US routes
    HONG KONG - Deteriorating market conditions on the Asia to Europe and South America trade lanes have seen NVOCCs focusing their efforts on the better performing Asia-U.S. trade, leading to intense competition on the long-haul routes.Greg Howard, CEO of CaroTrans, was blunt in his assessment of the current market. "Asia-Europe...
  • LA-LB rail opening advances shipper, environmental interests
    The Port of Long Beach announcement last week that the $93 million Green Port Gateway rail project had been completed was yet another step forward in a multi-year effort by the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles to invest well over $1 billion to expand rail infrastructure at the...
  • Carrier capacity battle moves to trans-Pacific
    The general rate increases and capacity cuts that have defined the Asia-Europe trade for most of 2015 seem to be making their way to the trans-Pacific as carriers try to cope with overcapacity. MOL and Zim have both announced a GRI from Asia to the U.S. MOL is seeking $540 per...

TradeWindsweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2015
  • Globus sinks deeper
    Globus Maritime reported a deeper second-quarter loss as a soft market combined with an impairment loss during the period.
  • BLT 'recalibrates'
    Berlian Laju Tanker (BLT) said it is aiming to shift its focus to the Indonesian cabotage market after its restructuring effort puts most of its fleet in the hands of private equity.
  • LNG slump in New York
    LNG stocks are leading a broad decline in New York shipping equities, with Teekay LNG and GasLog swapping places for the day's most punished names.
  • Windcarrier wins work
    Fred Olsen Windcarrier International has tied up a fresh deal with Adwen Bremerhaven.
  • Great expectations
    Soren Huscher has challenged Norient Product Pool to be number one among the three pools attracting tonnage from Wilbur Ross-backed Diamond S Shipping.
  • Handy deal for NewLead
    NewLead Holdings has secured employment for one of its eco-type handysize bulkers at a rate above today's spot market.
  • India to spend $15bn
    India could invest more than $15.2bn in Iranian infrastructure like ports in return for cheaper gas.
  • Crewman drowns
    A seafarer has died after falling from a Turkish cargoship in Germany.
  • India to cut scrap prices
    Indian ship recyclers have set up a new body in an attempt to control the speculative buying of ships and halt the recent escalation in scrap prices.
  • DFDS finds ally
    DFDS has teamed up with Finnlines to jointly operate the Russia-Germany route, which has been affected by a decline in trade due to sanctions.
  • Scorpio nets larger loan
    ING cuts fatter cheque for tanker owner which has said farewell to its last non-eco vessel.
  • MSE to build 30 ships
    Myanmar Shipyard Enterprise (MSE) has signed a deal to construct 30 small cargoships for a domestic operator.
  • ABG Shipyard seeks $300m
    India's ABG Shipyard is trying to raise INR 20bn ($302m) to boost its finances.
  • China LNG gets busy
    China LNG has agreed a sale-and-leaseback deal with LNG Power Shipping for up to 200 LNG vessels.
  • KoreaExim tightens up
    Lender will insist on higher advance payments before handing over cash for ship orders.
  • Hoegh: weapons for UN
    Norway's Hoegh Autoliners has said weapons found on board one of its car carriers in Kenya were legitimate arms intended for use by the United Nations (UN).
  • More LR1s for STX
    Korea's STX Offshore & Shipbuilding has announced a new order for LR1 tankers from Greece.
  • Execs share $2m
    Oslo-listed Subsea 7 has handed out about $2m of performance shares to its management.
  • Diamond S joins MR pools
    Diamond S has emerged as a new participant in both the Norient Product Pool (NPP) and the Handytankers pool.
  • NOL shares under scrutiny
    Singapore Exchange advises investors to be cautious when trading in company stock.
  • Happy to build tonnage
    Positive product tanker fundamentals were behind d'Amico's latest decision to exercise options for two more LR1 tankers.

American Shipperweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2015
  • ICS: CO2 emissions from shipping could be cut in half by 2050
  • CBP seizes over 363 pounds of cocaine at Port of Philadelphia
  • Danaos acquires three containerships in joint venture
  • Port of Philadelphia releases request for qualifications for Southport developers
  • Port of Tanjung Pelepas sees strong container growth
  • UTi Worldwide Inc. opens contract logistics facility in Mexico
  • Executive Moves: Clinton County Port Authority and Port Freeport
  • Asian airlines experience freight decline in August
  • Port Canaveral's Walsh steps down as CEO
  • Chinese President meets with business leaders in Pacific Northwest
  • Continental taps CEVA for warehousing, transportation services in UK
  • ATA: Truck technician shortage could threaten industry

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2015
  • MEPs agree on targets for Paris climate talks
    Call for taxes on shipping emissions and IMO to agree on GHG measures in 2016.
  • Competition between bunker players becoming 'more intense'
    'Decline in oil prices has given the small and medium sized bunker companies a little breathing space,' says Bunker Holding CEO.
  • Game Changer
    Lifting sanction on iran would have major implications for the bunker industry.
  • 'China's slowdown has really affected the shipping sector'
    Bunker demand is 'bad' says trader as fuel oil stocks stay close to record high.
  • Stricter pollution controls 'put cruise sector at risk'
    'I think we need to be very sensible and realistic,' says cruise industry lobbyist.
  • Fuel switching device to be marketed in the United States
    System claims 'quick and reliable' switchover from high to low sulphur fuel.
  • Marine fuel switchover device enters the US
    System claims 'quick and reliable' switchover from high to low sulphur fuel.
  • Software company developing new bunker monitoring tool
    Firm completes joint study from which results 'could revolutionise fuel efficiency'.
  • European shipowner buys 'eco' pair
    Vessel design claims 'highest fuel efficiency' among 'latest eco designs'.
  • WTI crude settles below $45 per barrel
    Amid renewed concern over global demand.

›››File
FROM THE HOME PAGE
SHIPPING
The new configuration of the Ocean Alliance service network confirms seven calls at Italian ports
Hong Kong/Taipei
Two at the port of Genoa, two at that of La Spezia and one stop each at the ports of Vado Ligure, Trieste and Salerno
Last year, freight traffic in the port of Marseille-Fos increased by +5%
PORTS
Last year, freight traffic in the port of Marseille-Fos increased by +5%
Marseille
Cruise passengers grow by +7%
SHIPYARDS
AD Ports has acquired the Spanish shipyard Astilleros Balenciaga.
Abu Dhabi
Transaction worth 11.2 million euros
SHIPPING
CMA CGM reports three services on the route around the Cape of Good Hope
Marseille
The international scenario - explains the French company - is complex and uncertain
PORTS
COSCO Shipping Ports' terminals handled record container traffic last year
Hong Kong
Growth of +6.2% over 2024
PORTS
In the fourth quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Venice grew by +13.5%
Venice
An increase of +4.9% was recorded for the whole year
LOGISTICS
Buffer areas to decongest the North West logistics system
Genoa
The proposal is from Connect. Let's remember, Palenzona warns, that the Italian system depends on road haulage.
In 2025, Russian ports handled 884.5 million tons of cargo (-0.4%)
PORTS
In 2025, Russian ports handled 884.5 million tons of cargo (-0.4%)
St. Petersburg
In the fourth quarter alone, traffic was 231.1 million tonnes (+6%)
PORTS
The port of Civitavecchia has set a new annual cruise traffic record
Civitavecchia
A 5.4% increase in transit passengers. Disembarking and embarking passengers remained stable.
NEWS
A ship coming from Russia was seized in the port of Brindisi
Toasts
Alleged violation of sanctions against the Russian Federation
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
FS Logistix takes over railway operations in Area 6A of the Port of Antwerp.
Antwerp
New generation hybrid locomotives will be used
SHIPPING
Greek Shipowners' Association urges EU to take measures to protect ships and crews
Piraeus
CRUISES
Call for expressions of interest for the refurbishment and management of the cruise terminal at the Port of Gibraltar
Gibraltar
Applicants must be willing to fully finance the work
In 2025, acts of piracy against ships increased by +18%
PIRACY
In 2025, acts of piracy against ships increased by +18%
Kuala Lumpur
A 43% decrease in accidents was recorded in the last quarter
FREIGHT TERMINALS
InRail to manage the Interporto Pordenone intermodal terminal for a year
Pordenone
Temporary solution in view of the establishment of a public-private company
SHIPYARDS
Turkey's Kuzey Star Shipyard to Build Shipyard in Syria's Tartous Port
Damascus
An investment of at least $190 million over five years is expected
PORTS
In 2025, cargo traffic in Ukrainian ports decreased by -15%
Kiev
Container traffic grows by 66%
PORTS
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by 5.7% last year.
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone the decline was -8.0%
PORTS
In 2025, PSA's port terminals handled record container traffic
Singapore
New peaks in volumes handled in Singapore and the group's overseas terminals
PORTS
Chinese CMPort's port terminals handled record container traffic last year
Hong Kong
The total was 151.5 million TEUs, an increase of +4.0% over 2024.
SHIPPING
COSCO orders 12 new 18,000-TEU and six 3,000-TEU containerships
Hong Kong
Jiangnan Shipyard, China Shipbuilding Trading, and COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry win $2.7 billion in orders.
PORTS
The port of Trieste closed 2025 with a 0.7% growth in freight traffic thanks to the increase in crude oil prices.
Trieste
The port of Gioia Tauro has once again set its container traffic record
PORTS
The port of Gioia Tauro has once again set its container traffic record
Gioia Tauro
In 2025, the previous peak recorded the previous year will increase by +14%.
Port of Singapore sets new all-time container throughput record
PORTS
Port of Singapore sets new all-time container throughput record
Singapore
The port confirms its position as the world's second largest container port
PORTS
The volume of cargo traffic in the port of Koper will remain unchanged in 2025.
Koper
Increase in containers and rolling stock. Decline in other types of cargo.
SHIPPING
Taiwan's Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL close 2025 with double-digit revenue declines
Taipei/Keelung
PIRACY
In 2025, piracy attacks against ships in Asia increased by +23%
Singapore
The severity of accidents has decreased
PORTS
The Democratic Party accuses the government of blocking investments in ports and placing the Port System Authorities under special administration.
Rome/Genoa
COMPANIES
Nova Marine Carriers, Bolten and Ership have acquired full control of VCK Port Logistics.
Lugano
Amsterdam has developed its only covered terminal capable of operating in all weather conditions.
SHIPPING
In the fourth quarter of 2025, revenues generated by OOCL's containership fleet decreased by -17.2%.
Hong Kong
Transported volumes increased by +0.8%
TKMS submits non-binding offer to buy German Naval Yards
SHIPYARDS
TKMS submits non-binding offer to buy German Naval Yards
Kiel
The Kiel-based company builds naval vessels and luxury yachts
NEWS
Over two tons of cocaine seized in the port of Genoa
Genoa
Once placed on the market, the drug would have earned criminal organizations around 1.5 billion euros.
COMPANIES
Seatrade acquires strategic stake in JR Shipping
Harlingen
The Dutch company will continue to operate as an independent and autonomous organisation
In 2025, Ningbo-Zhoushan confirmed its position as the world's leading port in terms of total cargo traffic.
PORTS
In 2025, Ningbo-Zhoushan confirmed its position as the world's leading port in terms of total cargo traffic.
Ningbo
Over 1.4 billion tons of cargo were moved. Approximately 43 million containers were transported.
PORTS
In 2025 the port of Ravenna recorded its new historical record for annual freight traffic
Ravenna
Never-before-seen volume of cargo handled in the fourth quarter alone
PORTS
The Sardinian Port Authority relies on the Financial Times' AI-based consultancy to understand which strategies, projects, and infrastructures to implement.
Cagliari
Direct award of an estimated value of 140,000 euros
PORTS
The disposal of sediment from dredging in the port of La Spezia at the new breakwater in Genoa has been approved.
La Spezia
Approval has been granted for the transfer of 282,000 cubic meters to be carried out during 2026.
SHIPPING
In November, ship traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.0%
Cairo
In the first eleven months of 2025, 11,620 ships passed through (-4.8%)
PORTS
ABB to build shore power systems at three container terminals in the Port of Rotterdam
Rotterdam/Zurich
They will be able to recharge up to 32 container ships simultaneously
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 5.8% last month.
PORTS
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 5.8% last month.
Beijing
Foreign cargoes increased by 8.2%. Containers increased by 8.9%.
TRUCKING
Freewheeling, the increase in highway tolls certifies the failure of the government and Minister Salvini's road haulage policies.
Modena
Franchini: First excise duties, now tolls; a double blow that directly affects small businesses.
TRUCKING
Trasportounito attributes responsibility for the increases in motorway tolls to the Constitutional Court and the ART
Genoa/Rome
Casu and Simiani (PD): But is it the judges' fault if Salvini can't be a minister?
COMPANIES
Xtera Topco will be acquired by a joint venture owned by Prysmian (80%) and Fincantieri (20%)
Milan/Trieste
The transaction involves an enterprise value of $65 million
NEWS
China launches drill to test cutting Taiwan's maritime links
Beijing
Maneuvers near the main port areas
PORTS
In October, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado decreased by -1.8%
Genoa
In the first ten months of 2025, 52.9 million tonnes were handled (-1.0%)
ASSOCIATIONS
On January 1st, the presidency of the UIRR will be assumed by Jürgen Albersmann
Brussels
He is vice president and CEO of Contargo
A Maersk Line ship has returned to transit the Suez Canal
SHIPPING
A Maersk Line ship has returned to transit the Suez Canal
Ismailia
Rabie: Normal traffic levels will be reached in the region in the second half of 2026
Hanseatic Global Terminals acquires 50% stake in company developing new Brazilian port of Imetame
PORTS
Hanseatic Global Terminals acquires 50% stake in company developing new Brazilian port of Imetame
Hamburg
A container terminal will be built and will become operational in mid-2028
PORTS
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia decreased by -3.0%
Civitavecchia
Bulk cargo decreased and rolling cargo increased. Volumes increased at the ports of Fiumicino and Gaeta.
SHIPPING
ZIM's board of directors rejects a second offer to buy the company presented by Glickman and Ungar
Haifa
The board of directors is evaluating other proposals
PORTS
The government has approved the draft bill on port governance.
Rome
At the heart of the new structure is the creation of Porti d'Italia Spa
SHIPPING
FMC raises possibility of closing US ports to Spanish ships
Washington
The American agency announces the continuation of the investigation into the US ships that Madrid has denied access to its ports.
CRUISES
Global Ports Holding and Ocean Platform Marinas to build new cruise terminal at the Port of Seville
Seville/London
The concession contract will have a duration of 25 years
Africa Global Logistics to design and build three docks at Tanzania's new Bagamoyo port
PORTS
Africa Global Logistics to design and build three docks at Tanzania's new Bagamoyo port
Dar es Salaam
The MSC Group company has signed an agreement with the Tanzania Ports Authority
ASSOCIATIONS
Roberto Petri is the new president of the Italian Ports Association.
Rome
Very close to the Brothers of Italy, he worked in the banking sector and was a member of the boards of directors of publicly owned companies.
PORTS
The level of connection of Italian ports to the network of containerized maritime routes is growing
Geneva
The only exception was Trieste, which recorded a decrease of -12.3%.
Carnival Corporation Says 2025 Was Its Best Year Ever
CRUISES
Carnival Corporation Says 2025 Was Its Best Year Ever
Miami
Reintroduction of dividend distribution announced
T&E: European e-fuel production projects insufficient for shipping decarbonization
SHIPPING
T&E: European e-fuel production projects insufficient for shipping decarbonization
Brussels
It is likely that European targets will be met with imported fuels, or not at all.
PORTS
Porto Marghera inaugurates a new single-section underground pipeline for the transport of vegetable oils.
Venice
At 3.1 kilometers, it is the longest in Italy and among the top five in Europe.
FREIGHT TERMINALS
PSA Intermodal Italy and Logtainer to manage the Intermodal Terminal at Interporto Padova
Padua
A financial offer of 75 million euros was presented
Sea-Intelligence: By 2025, the container ship deployment model will have radically changed.
SHIPPING
Sea-Intelligence: By 2025, the container ship deployment model will have radically changed.
Copenhagen
Vessels are frequently replaced to accommodate short-term fluctuations in demand and to manage operational disruptions
ASSOCIATIONS
Finnish Mikki Koskinen is the new president of European Shipowners - ECSA
Brussels
He will take over from Karin Orsel on January 1st.
SHIPPING
Premier Alliance's Asia-Northern Europe services will be based on a hub-and-spoke model
Seoul
Drastic reduction in the number of stopovers on some routes
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
Work has begun in Switzerland to build a four-meter rail corridor for freight transport from France.
Bern
Construction site completion at the end of 2029
PORTS
In the third quarter, freight traffic in French ports grew by +6.9%
La Defense
Increase driven by rising bulk cargo. Miscellaneous cargo remained stable.
SHIPYARDS
Fincantieri plans to double the production capacity of its Italian shipyards in the defense segment
Trieste
Revenues expected to increase by 40% over the next five years
SHIPPING
WHL orders CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding Co. to build six dual-fuel LNG containerships
Taipei
Charter of three additional vessels
PORTS
The Spanish observatory on the EU ETS notes an unusual increase in container traffic in neighbouring non-European ports
Madrid
Growing activity in ports such as those in the UK, Egypt and Turkey
PORTS
Marsa Maroc to acquire 45% of Spain's Boluda Maritime Terminals
Casablanca/Valencia
Investment worth 80 million euros
COMPANIES
Investment firm BC Partners to acquire majority stake in Fortidia
Milan
The company operates through multiple franchise brands, including Mail Boxes Etc. and PostNet
SHIPPING
MPC Container Ships orders six 3,700 TEU containerships
Oslo
Taizhou Sanfu Ship Engineering wins $292.5 million contract
LOGISTICS
Ownership of the Fagioli group will pass to CEVA Logistics
Milan
The Sant'Ilario D'Enza group specializes in the project logistics sector
MSC Cruises orders Meyer Werft to build four cruise ships with options for two more
CRUISES
MSC Cruises orders Meyer Werft to build four cruise ships with options for two more
Berlin
Orders for a total value of up to ten billion euros
PORTS
AD Ports submits a bid to acquire control of Egypt's Alexandria Container & Cargo Handling Co.
Cairo/Abu Dhabi
An investment of at least 435 million dollars is expected
SHIPPING
The number of calls at Italian ports in the Premier Alliance network for 2026 is increasing.
Seoul/Singapore/Keelung
Three calls in Genoa, two in La Spezia, and two in Gioia Tauro. The Asia-Europe services will continue to circumnavigate Africa.
ASSOCIATIONS
Stefano Messina is heading for a new term as president of Assarmatori.
Rome
The renewal of the association's positions for the four-year period 2026-2030 is scheduled for next month.
SHIPPING
Hapag-Lloyd orders CIMC Raffles to build eight 4,500-TEU containerships
Hamburg
Long-term charter of 14 container ships with capacities ranging from 1,800 to 4,500 TEUs
SHIPYARDS
Hanwha raises its stake in Austal from 9.9% to 19.9%
Henderson
The South Korean group has become the reference shareholder of the Australian company
COMPANIES
Maersk Group changes several top positions in the company
Copenhagen
New CFO and appointment of new regional managers
PORTS
In the first half of the year, Italian ports recorded growth in containers and dry bulk cargo
Rome
Rolling stock and liquid bulk volumes decreased. "Port Infographics" by Assoporti-SRM
COMPANIES
Snam will acquire 48.2% of Igneo Infrastructure Partners in OLT - Offshore LNG Toscana
London/San Donato Milanese
Operation worth approximately 126 million euros
TRANSPORTATION
The first "Decade of Sustainable Transport" established by the UN will begin on January 1st.
New York
Kramek (WSC): Effective global regulation of greenhouse gas emissions at IMO is vital for shipping
PORTS
EU investigation into joint control of Spanish company Tercat by TiL (MSC Group) and Hutchison Ports
Brussels
The company manages the BEST terminal at the port of Barcelona
PORTS
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded increases of +0.5% and +2.5%
Naples
PORTS
ESPO urges MEPs to endorse report on military mobility
Brussels
Ryckbost: Clearly recognizes the strategic role of ports
PORTS
From January 1st ICTSI will manage Durban Container Terminal 2 at the Port of Durban
Durban
Traffic capacity will be increased from two to 2.8 million TEUs
SHIPPING
The ZIM Board of Directors confirms that it has received multiple expressions of interest in purchasing the company, including one of a strategic nature.
PORTS
The Port of Long Beach handled record container traffic in 2025
Long Beach
In the last quarter, a decrease of -8.8% was recorded
SHIPPING
HMM to introduce AI-based autonomous navigation solutions on 40 vessels
Seoul
Contract with Avikus and agreement with KSOE
FREIGHT TERMINALS
Two new rail connections to Germany from the Padua Interport
Padua
They are operated by InRail and LTE Italia
SHIPPING
Intersea has become the general agent in Italy for the Portuguese GS Lines
Genoa
The shipping company is part of Grupo Sousa
PORTS
MSC and Qatari company Maha to develop and manage the Libyan port of Misurata
Paris/Misurata
An investment of 1.5 billion dollars is expected
MARINAS
F2i has been awarded the concession for the Lavagna tourist port
Milan
The concession contract will have a duration of 50 years
OFFSHORE
Eni launches the hull of the Coral North FLNG
Geoje/San Donato Milanese
It will be used offshore Cabo Delgado, north of Mozambique.
LOGISTICS
Laghezza has acquired a logistics warehouse in Sarzana
La Spezia
The aim is to establish a local hub for local production activities.
PORTS
The Red Sea Container Terminal at the Egyptian port of Sokhna has been inaugurated.
Sokhna
It is operated by a joint venture of Hutchison Ports, COSCO and CMA Terminals
SHIPPING
The GNV Altair ferry has joined the GNV fleet
Genoa
It has a capacity of 2,700 passengers and 915 linear metres of rolling stock.
COMPANIES
Ignazio Messina & C. has acquired full control of Thermocar
Genoa
The Genoese company operates in the temperature-controlled refrigerated container logistics sector.
SHIPPING
Maersk confirms resumption of MECL transits through the Suez Canal
Copenhagen
The line connects India and the Middle East with the US East Coast
SHIPPING
Genco's board of directors rejected Diana Shipping's acquisition proposal.
New York/Athens
The American company, however, leaves a glimmer of hope by admitting the validity of the merger
SHIPPING
MSC will include the port of Trieste in the Dragon Italy-USA service
Geneva
The Julian port will be reached starting from the second half of February
INDUSTRY
De Wave Group has acquired French company DL Services.
Genoa
The company specializes in the design of industrial kitchens and the supply of technical components and spare parts on board
SHIPPING
CMA CGM's TUX transatlantic service will call at the port of Salerno
Marseille
The line connects Turkey with the East Coast of the USA
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
New intermodal connections between Northern Italy and Belgium by GTS Rail and CargoBeamer
Bari/Leipzig
Activated on the Padua-Zeebrugge and Liège-Domodossola lines
PORTS
Cruise traffic in the port of Piraeus increased by +9% last year
Piraeus
Approximately 1.85 million passengers moved
PORTS
In 2025, cruise traffic in the port of Genoa grew by +6.5%
Genoa
Ferry passengers down 3.6%
SHIPPING
Grimaldi took delivery of the PCTC Grande Manila
Naples
The vessel has a total capacity of 9,241 CEUs.
CRUISES
Expedition cruise ship Exploris One to be auctioned off
Nantes
It has a capacity of 144 passengers and 102 crew members.
COMPANIES
SeaCube Container Leasing has acquired Martin Container.
Montvale
The company specializes in the refrigerated container segment
LOGISTICS
Pisano: The Simplified Logistics Zone has great strategic importance for the port of La Spezia.
La Spezia
PORTS
RINA and HPC launch project to promote green ports in the Caspian region
Genoa
Five-year contract with the OSCE
SHIPYARDS
Vard to build four Multi-Purpose Robotic Vessels for Ocean Infinity
Trieste
The contract has a total value of over 200 million euros
PORTS
Hanseatic Global Terminals will become sole owner of Florida International Terminal
Rotterdam
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The transportation sector enters a turning point with the adoption of artificial intelligence
Ulm
However, most companies are still in the early stages of this process.
MEETINGS
A conference on congestion in the North West logistics system will be held in Genoa on January 19th.
Genoa
It will be held at the Transparency Hall of the Liguria Region
PORTS
Work completed to widen the access channel to the port of Livorno.
Livorno
The width between the two banks will be increased from 70 to 120 meters
OFFSHORE
Nexans sets a record for the depth of laying a high-voltage submarine cable on the Tyrrhenian Link
Paris
Installation at -2,150 meters
PORTS
Funds for Spanish ports to adapt to the use of wind energy and other marine renewable energy sources
Madrid
Program with a total value of 212 million euros
INDUSTRY
CMD - Costruzioni Motori Diesel returns to wholly Italian ownership
Atella
Giorgio and Mariano Negri have acquired 67% of the capital held by the Chinese Loncin Motor Co.
FINANCING
Intesa Sanpaolo is financing the construction of three PCTCs for Grimaldi Euromed.
Milan
The new ships will be delivered later this year
LOGISTICS
Medlog acquires Australian intermodal operations of Seaway
Fremantle
The transaction will be completed within the first quarter of this year.
SAFETY & SECURITY
MIT has updated cybersecurity measures for national ships, ports and port facilities
Rome
A circular has been published which, among other things, introduces staff training
COMPANIES
V.Group has bought the Danish company Njord
London
The company offers the shipping industry solutions for energy efficiency and decarbonisation
ACCIDENTS
Fire aboard the Majestic ferry in the Port of Genoa
Genoa
The flames were extinguished by the intervention of the on-board fire brigade and did not cause any injuries.
COMPANIES
COSCO to acquire control of German logistics company Zippel
Hamburg
Agreement to acquire 80% of its capital
PORTS
Colombo Port Sets New Annual Container Traffic Record
Columbus
Sri Lanka Ports Authority signs agreement with French shipping group CMA CGM
COMPANIES
Viasat to exit British company Navarino's capital
London
ICG to support the Tsikopoulos brothers in reinvesting in the company
SHIPPING
The Palau government ensures the full operation of the Naval Registry
Koror
Moses (BMT): Services continue to be provided in accordance with international procedures and standards
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
In the first nine months of 2025, freight transported on the Austrian rail network increased by +1.4%
Vienna
Growth of +4.9% was recorded in the third quarter alone
OFFSHORE
Saipem wins $425 million offshore contract to develop the Sakarya gas field.
FREIGHT TERMINALS
The decree for the distribution of PNRR resources to interports has been signed.
Rome
The disbursement of 1.9 million euros is expected
SHIPPING
Messina, a Genoese company, launches a new service to Algeria.
Genoa
The rotation touches the ports of Fos, Genoa, Barcelona, Algiers, Fos
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
FS Logistix is the first company in Europe to certify its carbon footprint for freight transport.
Rome
The FS group company has obtained ISO 14067 certification
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
DEFENCE
WASS (Fincantieri Group) wins torpedo supply contract for Indian Navy
Trieste
Contract with a total value of over 200 million euros
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
FHP Intermodal will become operational on January 1st
Milan
FHP Group completes the integration process between its subsidiaries CFI Intermodal and Lotras
ACCIDENTS
The Coral Adventurer cruise ship ran aground in Papua New Guinea.
Port Moresby
No harm to people on board
SHIPPING
d'Amico International Shipping orders two new MR1 product tankers from Guangzhou Shipyard International.
PORTS
Port of Gioia Tauro: Anchorage fee reduction approved again
Gioia Tauro
A total sum of 1.5 million euros has been allocated
LAW
The Council of State has confirmed the legitimacy of the tender for the new Ravano Pier in La Spezia.
Rome/La Spezia
The TAR ruling for Liguria has been confirmed.
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
Hupac will launch a new shuttle train service between Duisburg and Novara.
Noise
Schedule six rotations per week
PORTS
Ferry docking slots for Piombino and Elba Island in 2026 have been assigned.
Livorno
PORTS
Project financing process for the first hydrogen production plant in the port of La Spezia
La Spezia
Project to provide "mobile" supplies to vehicles such as locomotives and boats
CEREMONIES
The new hydrofoil terminal at the port of Messina will be named after a victim of femicide.
Messina
The initiative to remember Omayma Benghaloum
PORTS
Three new e-RTG yard cranes have arrived at the PSA Venice-Vecon terminal
Venice
Investment of 8.5 million euros
SHIPYARDS
Fincantieri delivers second multipurpose combat ship to the Indonesian Navy
Trieste
Ceremony at the Muggiano shipyard
SHIPPING
In June the Grendi group will equip itself with a fifth ro-ro vessel
Genoa
It will have a load capacity of 3,000 linear meters
JOBS
The employment contract renewal for transport and logistics company managers has been signed.
Rome
Signed today by Manageritalia and Confetra
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
Brussels has approved the loan to rescue the rail freight company Lineas.
Brussels
Sixty-one million euros granted by the Belgian government
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
Green Mobility Partners and KKR Partner to Create European Rail Leasing Platform
Frankfurt
American company invests in GMP
OFFSHORE
Saipem wins offshore EPCI contract in Qatar
Milan
The contract is worth approximately $3.1 billion.
INDUSTRY
Wärtsilä sells its Gas Solutions division to German private equity firm Mutares.
Helsinki/Munich
Bank of China finances purchase of Grimaldi Euromed's Grande Melbourne
Amount of 57 million euros
COMPANIES
GeneSYS Informatica (Fratelli Cosulich) has acquired 51% of the capital of Navimeteo
SHIPYARDS
KSOE wins $466 million order for four container ships
Lysaker/Seongnam
NYK and Ocean Yield Award Order for Four New LNG Carriers
SHIPPING
ONE's Adriatic Service 1 will also make stops at the port of Ancona
Singapore
The line to Damietta has a weekly frequency
PORTS
Consolidation work on the Riva quay at the port of Ortona has been completed.
Ancona
Thirteen million is the cost for the adaptation of the infrastructure
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Vard has signed a cooperation agreement with the Norwegian research institute Norce
Ålesund
It concerns all fields of research and innovation in the naval sector
ASSOCIATIONS
Energy transition, regulatory simplification, competitiveness of the maritime industry, and port governance are Confitarma's priorities.
Rome
TRUCKING
Federlogistica reports the project cargo's inability to travel on Northwest highways.
Genoa
Falteri: We are facing a real systemic crisis.
COMPANIES
ZIM shareholders reach agreement again
Haifa
Agreement reached on candidates for the renewal of the board of directors
COMPANIES
Merger by incorporation of Degrosolutions into CLS
Milan
Castelli: We aim to strengthen our growth path in the Italian forklift market.
PORTS
Approval has been given to measures to support the re-employment of workers at the Pippo Rebagliati Company in Savona-Vado.
Genoa
Administrative proceedings for cold ironing at the cruise terminal in the port of Savona have begun.
ACCIDENTS
Assiterminal reports an assault on a worker at the Vado Gateway terminal.
Genoa
It is not tolerable - the association highlighted - that similar episodes occur
PORTS
The Management Committee of the Central-Northern Adriatic Sea Port Authority has been established.
Ravenna
It is composed of Francesco Benevolo, Luca Coffari, Tomaso Triossi and Maurizio Tattoli
INDUSTRY
Stonepeak (Textainer) Completes Acquisition of Seaco
Hamilton
It was sold by China's Bohai Leasing Co.
PORTS
In the second quarter of 2025, cargo traffic in Greek ports decreased by -3.9%.
Piraeus
Passengers increased by +0.9%
PORTS
AD Ports involved in container traffic development at Shuaiba Port
Abu Dhabi
Agreement with the Kuwait Ports Authority
SHIPPING
EU expands fight against Russian shadow fleet to include operators facilitating its deployment
Brussels
Five more people and four companies fined
PORTS
In November, the port of Barcelona handled 296,000 containers (+1.0%)
Barcelona
Import and export containers are increasing; transit containers are decreasing.
MOURNING
Paolo Spada, vice president of Federagenti, has passed away.
Rome
Pessina: He leaves an unfillable void in the entire Italian maritime community.
PORTS
Container traffic at the port of Hong Kong decreased by -12.0% in November
Hong Kong
In the first 11 months of 2025 the decline was -5.7%
COMPANIES
Rebranding for the Messina Group's activities
Genoa
Common graphic and lexical choice for all business areas
AWARDS
Emanuele Grimaldi has been appointed an honorary member of the National Order of Merit of Malta.
Naples
He is among the founders of the Malta International Shipowners' Association, of which he holds the position of vice-president.
PORTS
Six new 100% electric yard cranes have arrived at the PSA Genova Pra' terminal.
Genoa
Three more vehicles will be delivered to the PSA Venice-Vecon terminal at Christmas
PORTS
ICTSI to upgrade the Rio Brasil Terminal container terminal at the Port of Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro
Investment of approximately 175 million dollars
PORTS
In the first 11 months of 2025, the Port of Singapore handled over 40.7 million containers (+8.5%)
Singapore
Overall freight traffic decreased by -1.1%
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
GTS increases the frequency of its intermodal connections between Bari and Verona and Piacenza and Nola.
Bari
The first will increase to six rotations; the second will become daily
PORTS
The Partnership Body for the Sea Resources of the Eastern Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been established.
La Spezia
Appointment by decree of President Pisano
AVIATION
Agreement between the Port Authority and the Chamber of Commerce to facilitate the entry of an industrial partner into Genoa Airport.
Genoa
It will be signed soon
ASSOCIATIONS
Paolo Guidi has been elected the new president of Assologistica.
Milan
The Vice Presidents are Sabrina De Filippis, Riccardo Fuochi, Agostino Gallozzi, Paolo Pandolfo, Umberto Ruggerone and Renzo Sartori.
NEWS
138 kilos of cocaine seized at the port of Civitavecchia.
Rome
Found inside an articulated lorry disembarked from a ship coming from Spain
PORTS
The decree has been signed for the disposal of dredged sediment from the port of La Spezia at the new breakwater in Genoa.
La Spezia
The transfer of 282,000 cubic meters is planned
SHIPPING
Greek CCEC has almost completed its exit from the containership segment
Athens
$814.3 million in proceeds from the sale of 14 full containers in 22 months
SHIPPING
GNV Virgo was christened in the port of Palermo
Genoa
GNV's fleet renewal program includes the construction of eight ships
PORTS
The Livorno Port Center celebrates a decade spent integrating the port and city reality
Livorno
Gariglio (AdSP): in recent years we have managed to create a community atmosphere
PORTS
Members of the Management Committee of the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority have been appointed.
Livorno
The nomination of the member expressed by the Tuscany Region has not yet been received
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Fincantieri and WSense reach agreement on underwater monitoring and communication technologies for maritime infrastructure.
Trieste/Milan
Among the objectives, safety, predictability and control in port activities
TRUCKING
The entry into force of the EU ETS for construction and road transport has been postponed to 2028.
Brussels/Rome
Confetra, the deferral allows for more rational planning of investments in fleet renewal
ENVIRONMENT
Costa Cruises is testing the use of electric trucks to supply ships in the ports of Genoa and Savona.
Genoa
Tests as part of the collaboration with LC3 Trasporti
ASSOCIATIONS
Collaboration agreement between ALIS and ANITA to promote the development of road haulage and logistics
Rome
Agreement also extended to the field of industrial relations
LAW
The Regional Administrative Court for Lazio has accepted Grimaldi's request to suspend the sale of the five Moby ships.
Rome
Appeal aimed at "preventing the consolidation of an irreversible anti-competitive structure"
SHIPYARDS
The launch of the ultra-luxury cruise ship Seven Seas Prestige was celebrated at the Marghera shipyard.
Trieste
It will be delivered next year to Regent Seven Seas Cruises
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
The last two journeys of the rolling highway on the railway line between Fribourg and Novara will be on Thursday.
Olten
RAlpin, in the company's nearly 25-year history, has transported over two million trucks by rail
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
MEETINGS
A conference on congestion in the North West logistics system will be held in Genoa on January 19th.
Genoa
It will be held at the Transparency Hall of the Liguria Region
MEETINGS
Spediporto's conference "Take opportunities navigating trade tensions" will be held in Genoa on December 1st and 2nd.
Genoa
It will be held at the Conference Hall of Banca Bper
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Bulgarian court rejects extradition of Russian owner of a ship linked to Beirut port blast
(ABCNEWS.com)
Three UAE Firms Eye Investment In Kenya's Port, Renewable Energy, And Shipping Projects
(Capital FM Kenya)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
ASSITERMINAL
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
SHIPPING
Edison signs a contract with Knutsen for the charter of a new LNG vessel
Milan
With a capacity of 174,000 cubic meters, it will be built by Hanwha Ocean
COMPANIES
Unifeeder, P&O Ferrymasters and P&O Maritime Logistics will be brought together under the single DP World brand.
Dubai
CRUISES
Project to build a tourist center at the cruise terminal of the Mexican port of Ensenada
Miami/Cancun
Agreement between Carnival Corporation, ITM Group and Hutchison Ports
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
Lineas and FS Logistix have inaugurated the Modalink terminal joint venture.
Antwerp
Five weekly train rotations between Antwerp and Milan
COMPANIES
Marcel Theis will be the new CEO of SBB Cargo International from January 1st.
Olten
He will take over from Sven Flore
PORTS
In October, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +13.4%
Ravenna
A rise of +14.5% is expected in November
PORTS
The conflict over the Genoa Municipality's additional tax on port boarding fees is escalating.
Genoa
Assarmatori, Assagenti, CLIA, Confindustria Genova and Confitarma will not participate in the technical meeting announced by the mayor.
INFRASTRUCTURE
Bulgaria, Greece, and Romania reach agreement on enhanced cooperation within the Black Sea-Aegean Corridor
Brussels
Acceleration of implementation of transport axis projects expected
- Via Raffaele Paolucci 17r/19r - 16129 Genoa - ITALY
phone: +39.010.2462122, fax: +39.010.2516768, e-mail
VAT number: 03532950106
Press Reg.: nr 33/96 Genoa Court
Editor in chief: Bruno Bellio
No part may be reproduced without the express permission of the publisher
Search on inforMARE Presentation
Feed RSS Advertising spaces

inforMARE in Pdf
Mobile