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March 31, 2015
Sched Netweb site
  • Yang Ming back in black with US$13 million profit as revenues rise 13pc
  • US Coast Guard approves Korean ballast water management system
  • Casualty of merger, Hapag-Lloyd CFO Ganz sacked, replaced by CSAV's Burr
  • Maersk orders 7 ice-class 3,600 TEUers from Cosco yard in Zhoushan
  • Abu Dhabi lifts 1,137,679 TEU in 2014, up 26pc - bulk cargo soars 37pc
  • China starts on Mischief Reef land reclamation in disputed Spratly Islands
  • Jardine United International Shipping Agencies (JUNISA) opens in Zhoushan
  • Sri Lanka drops objections to China's US$1.4 billion Colombo Port City
  • US, NZ seek WTO to stop Indonesian extensive agricultural import ban
  • MacGregor supplies complete deck equipment packages to China shipbuilder
  • Hainan Airlines profit up 20pc US$417 million - orders 30 Boeing 787-9s
  • Pension payouts plunge Aer Lingus into 2014 loss of US$121 million
  • GSA members seek 'all-in' pricing and better air cargo visibility

Exim Indiaweb site
MARCH 30, 2015
  • Anchor tenant announced for UK's first trimodal distribution park at Port Salford
  • Asia-north Europe spot rates continue going down
  • CMA CGM registers excellent performance in 2014
  • FIATA's RAME 2015 in Dubai on April 19-20
  • Lack of ship definition seen as threat to offshore & wind farm investors
  • NYK establishes comprehensive logistics company for inland transportation service in Myanmar
  • Oil prices seen impacting multipurpose shipping market
  • RINA develops new rules for offshore platforms
  • UASC entering North Atlantic trade in May
  • India, China to benefit from Silk Road-Mausam project linkage
  • Rail freight loading capable of 15 pc growth: Panel
  • Use locally available materials in road construction to cut cost: Gadkari
  • Govt may soon unveil FTP: Sitharaman
  • INR slumps on heavy month-end dollar demand

International Transport Journalweb site
  • The golden years
  • EU co-financing cargo management from Rotterdam port
  • Topping the billion euro sales mark in China
  • DHL takes charge of pharma firm's logistics
  • General cargo alliance honours top quality providers
  • Finnair growing with new cargo centre and aircraft
  • New mainline freight locomotive on trial
  • Spare parts in boots and boxes
  • Hamburg Süd names "San" class vessel
  • CMA CGM ends 2014 with 43% more net profit
  • Asian Pacific airlines note hefty volume jump
  • Leading cause of US train accidents identified
  • Menlo Logistics makes strategic appointment
  • "For sale" sign nailed up in Piraeus after all

IHS Maritimeweb site
MARCH 30, 2015
  • Maldives to shift main port to landfill island
    More details have emerged about the deal signed 10 days ago between DP World and the government of the Maldives for a deepwater port on the industrial island of Thilafushi. The first phase of the project will see construction of a container terminal, and this will be followed by a free trade zone
  • P&O Ports name revived as Dubai eyes new markets
    Dubai is extending its ports and terminals empire globally through a new company specialising in multi-purpose ports. Dubai's Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) last week revived the P&O Ports name with a view to starting operations in Madagascar, Somaliland and Albania. PCFC chairman
  • Boxship charter market climbs higher
    Charter rates for medium-sized container vessels continued to surge last week, fuelling hopes that a broad-based recovery in the boxship charter market is well under way. The ConTex market index went up by 3.2% or 14 points to 454 last week, this increase driven by improvements for ships of between
  • Hamburg Bulk Carriers adds 11 vessels
    German Handysize operator Hamburg Bulk Carriers (HBC) is expanding into the Supramax and Panamax segments with the award of third party management contracts for 11 ships of 53,000 to 82,000 dwt. The company said today that it was put in charge of the new tonnage by institutional investors and
  • CMA CGM profits up 43%
    French container line operator CMA CGM has announced that its 2014 net consolidated profits rose by 43% over the previous year to USD584 million thanks to a growth in volume and significantly reduced costs. Volumes carried rose by 8.1% year on year (y/y) to 12.2 million teu and revenues increased
  • Piraeus privatisation back on as COSCO China bids
    COSCO China is to bid for a majority stake in Greece's port of Piraeus following an apparent change of heart regarding the port's privatisation by the country's new socialist government. The Chinese company is an "active participant" in the bid for a majority stake in Piraeus and can make a "very
  • Ukraine slump hits German port operator HHLA
    Hamburg's state-owned container terminal operator HHLA managed to increase turnover and profits last year despite a collapse in cargo volumes at its terminal subsidiary in Ukraine. Volume gains at its flagship facilities in Hamburg and in intermodal inland operations saw the group lift its revenues
  • China MSA tells Chinese ships to avoid seas off Yemen
    China's Maritime Safety Administration (MSA) issued a safety alert to Chinese carriers over the weekend that they should immediately notify their vessels to avoid the seas off Yemen due to the continuing political crisis in the country. All the relevant Chinese carriers should emphasise relevant
  • Sembcorp Marine consultant linked to Petrobras corruption scandal
    A consultant linked to Sembcorp Marine's drill rig construction contracts with Sete Brasil, a subsidiary of Petrobras, has been arrested over alleged bribery charges, according Sembcorp Marine's statement to the Singapore Exchange. Sembcorp Marine received a copy of a plea bargain between the
  • Buying trend returns to ship recycling markets
    Cash buyers showed a willingness to acquire ships for demolition last week, amid talks that the Indian government would impose import taxes on Chinese steel. Improving local steel prices and a stabilising Indian rupee also saw scrap prices rising by at least USD20/ldt. Dubai-based cash buyer
  • Shanghai International Port Group profit up 29%
    Shanghai-listed Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG) announced on 28 March that it recorded a profit of CNY6.77 billion (USD1.09 billion) for 2014, up 28.75% compared with 2013. The company's revenue last year totalled CNY28.78 billion, growing by 2.19% from CNY28.26 billion in 2013, and its
  • Yinson posts full-year profit up 75%
    Malaysia-listed offshore marine services provider Yinson Holdings posted a full-year profit of MYR251.1 million (USD68.1 million) for the financial year that ended on 31 January 2015, up 75% from its MYR143.1 million profit for the previous year. The increase in profit is supported by higher
  • China Shipping Development back in profit
    Shanghai- and Hong Kong-listed China Shipping Development announced on 26 March that the company has recorded profit of CNY309 million (USD49.6 million) for 2014, returning to black from the loss of CNY2.23 billion in 2013. The company's revenue stood at CNY12.27 billion, representing an increase
  • Offshore insight: OSVs defy bear market
    Many shipowners in the offshore sector are struggling to stay afloat amid the market downturn, but a group of offshore support vessel (OSV) companies are defying the odds. They are capitalising on expansion and investment opportunities, which are generating strong profits despite the sector's
  • Epic Gas sells two ships
    Singapore-based pressurised gas carrier owner Epic Gas has sold two of its older ships. The company said 1997-built Epic Cebu and 1996-built Cefalu have been sold to buyers engaged in Southeast Asian cabotage trades. Epic Gas said, "The transaction demonstrates Epic's commitment to proactively
  • Japan's toluene exports hit record high
    Japan's exports of toluene hit a record high of 98,400 tonnes in January this year, according to data compiled by IHS Chemical. The amount beat the previous high of 73,700 tonnes in January 2014. Japan's toluene exports have been boosted by demand from the paraxylene plant that opened in Ulsan,

Marine Logweb site
MARCH 30, 2015
  • Gladding-Hearn starts construction of Circle Line newbuilds
  • IMO panel learns more about Viking's LifeCraft concept
  • Strategic delivers advanced wind farm crew transfer cat
  • CMA CGM poised to order 20,600 TEU trio
  • Transas to install ECDIS on over 100 Maersk Line vessels
  • MAN Diesel & Turbo demonstrates methanol two-stroke
  • Grimaldi orders five more Promas Light retrofits
  • Viking Ocean Cruises takes delivery of first ship

World Wide Shipperweb site
MARCH 30, 2015
  • DOT decision allows Delta to keep Seattle to Haneda route
  • Lea Hines leaving post as Port of Anacortes PR boss
  • Mitsui takes delivery of new coal carrier vessel
  • Jumbo Mark II ferry TACOMA returning to WSF lineup
  • Hamburg Sud christens 'San' class container ship

Lloyd's Listweb site
MARCH 30, 2015
  • Economou buys DryShips' tankers as Tankships IPO is shelved
    Greek owner will pay up to $536m for suezmax quartet and optional six aframaxes
  • MSC takes delivery of second 19,224 teu boxship
    MSC Oliver to enter Albatross service later this week alongside MSC Oscar
  • HHLA full-year revenues up 5.4%
    Hamburg operator also reports double-digit growth in its operating result, yet overall volumes remain flat
  • Aronnax: Is big data, good data?
    Shipowners are right to be wary of letting all and sundry get hold of key information
  • China Cosco plans to order 11 19,000 teu boxships
    Company makes inquiries at several major Chinese shipyards to build the vessels
  • Stena unveils converted methanol-powered ro-pax
    Lloyd's Register and Wärtsilä join in work on world's first methanol-powered vessel
  • Carriers and not lower BAFs to blame for fall in Asia-Europe rates
    Drewry attributes latest rate slump to shipping lines' failure to cope with lower utilisation levels
  • Black Sea bounty as China favours Ukraine for grain
    Smaller vessel operators may switch their focus as China shuns US supplies
  • CSAV returns to the black following Hapag-Lloyd deal
    Chilean shipping line records profits of $389m in 2014
  • CMA CGM profits up 43% as order for 20,600 teu trio finalised
    Update: French line considers M&A and IPO after posting net profit of $584m, up 43%, and return on invested capital of 9.9%
  • Hellenic Carriers sells oldest bulker for $3.8m
    AIM-listed owner will book $3.9m loss on deal that is part of fleet renewal
  • Star Bulk sees gradual recovery in dry bulk markets
    Industry-wide efforts to curb oversupply and bottoming commodities prices means the worst might be over soon, says president Hamish Norton
  • Clustering nicely
    Integration in all the elements that go to make up a safe and efficient marine transport system are needed as ship design goes forward

The Journal of Commerceweb site
MARCH 30, 2015
  • LA, Long Beach ports could be back to normal sooner than mid-May
    Terminal operators in Los Angeles-Long Beach are beginning to reduce the vessel backlog built up during the longshore labor negotiations, raising the possibility that the largest U.S. port complex will be back to normal before mid-to-late May as originally expected. The Marine Exchange of Southern California reported Monday that 11 containerships...
  • Egypt expects August finish to Suez widening
    The Egyptian government expects to meet its goal of completing the $4 billion widening of the Suez Canal within a year, allowing shippers to access a second channel starting in August. At the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa in Abbis Ababa, Egyptian Prime Minister Ibrahim Mahlab on Monday confirmed...
  • Panama Canal vessel backlog persists
    Officials at the Panama Canal on Monday were still working their way through a significant vessel backlog after an "unusual" increase in the number of ships awaiting transit began to back up outside the waterway weeks ago. On Monday afternoon there were 19 container vessels awaiting transit on either side of...
  • Injunction brings Santos dredging program to a standstill
    Port of Santos users and operators were hit by a bombshell Friday when an injunction was imposed, halting the port's much-needed dredging program. Angelino Caputo e Oliveira, president of the port authority, Codesp, appeared shocked by the news when interviewed in his office, but he did have some ideas as to...
  • HHLA profit jumps 10 percent on strong ocean, intermodal growth
    HHLA's operating profit jumped 10 percent in 2014 as it handled record volumes of containers at its three Hamburg terminals. Hamburg's biggest stevedore earned 169.3 million euros [$182.8 million] before interest and tax against 153.9 million euros in 2013 on revenue 5.4 percent higher at 1.2 billion euros. The Hamburg terminals handled...
  • Cosco seeks majority stake in Piraeus port after Athens' privatization U-turn
    China's Cosco Pacific will bid for a majority stake in Greece's port of Piraeus after the country's new socialist government apparently reversed course on its opposition to port privatization. The Chinese company is an "active participant" in the bid for a majority stake in Piraeus and can make a "very competitive"...
  • TOTE to launch first LNG-powered container ship in April
    TOTE Inc. has scheduled an April 18 launching for its first container ship built to operate on liquefied natural gas fuel. The new ship will be operated by Sea Star Line between Jacksonville, Florida, and San Juan, Puerto Rico. The Marlin-class vessel is one of two 3,100-TEU ships that General Dynamics...
  • Nhava Sheva sets record in fiscal year container volume
    Despite the long-term landside congestion and intermittent labor troubles that led to some traffic diversions, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust achieved an all-time high in container-handling in fiscal year 2014-15, which is set to end March 31, according to the latest port data collected by JOC.com. The three terminals at India's busiest...
  • CMA CGM to seal order for three 20,600-TEU ships this week
    CMA CGM will sign an order for three 20,600-TEU container ships this week, the French carrier's vice chairman said. The vessels will be built by South Korean shipbuilder Hanjin Heavy Industries for delivery in the third quarter of 2017, according to Rodolphe Saade. CMA CGM is the second carrier to break through...
  • Made in Mexico
    Volkswagen had it all figured out. After scouting locations for a new North American production facility, it settled in 2008 on Chattanooga, Tennessee, and acquired additional land that could be the future site of a plant for its Audi unit. The VW factory opened in 2011, but as the Wall Street...
  • Mexico evolves into trade giant, but corruption remains
    The "boot" was locked firmly onto the left rear wheel of our van, immobilizing it on a busy street near the historic center of Mexico City. The police had clamped the rectangular device on the van despite the vehicle being parked in a space that was clearly legal and the...
  • CMA CGM net profit soars as revenue, traffic hit new highs
    CMA CGM's profit soared more than 43 percent in 2014 as the French carrier transported a record number of containers, cuts costs and trimmed its debt. Consolidated net income rose to $584 million from $408 million in 2013, which was bloated by a $200 million gain on the sale of a...
  • New Chongqing logistics park leads Goodman's west China portfolio
    HONG KONG - The first 1.2 million square feet of Goodman Chongqing Airport Logistics Park has been developed as part of a $400 million investment being rolled out in western China over the next two to three years by the Australia-based property group.Another 860,000 square feet of logistics space will...
  • Steady rate slide may end bunker benefits to shippers
    HONG KONG - Carriers that have been passing on the benefits of lower fuel costs to shippers may not be so generous as freight rates continue their steady decline, is the view of Drewry in its latest Container Insight Weekly. The London-based analyst said Shanghai-to-Rotterdam rates assessed in the World...

TradeWindsweb site
MARCH 30, 2015
  • Economou buys from DryShips
    DryShips has struck deals worth $536m to sell its 10 tankers to George Economou, its chief executive and largest shareholder.
  • Fesco sees earnings grow
    Fesco Transportation Group delivered a 30% jump in reported earnings during the fourth quarter, helping limit its decline for the full year.
  • Euronav shares swapped
    Euronav said 45% of eligible shareholders swapped the tanker owner's Brussels-listed shares for stock covered by its recent New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) listing.
  • Piraeus profit slips
    With chatter about the Greek government's plans to privatise the port of Piraeus intensifying, the management company of the country's biggest hub saw its profit fall for 2014.
  • Guoyu series swells
    Finland's Containerships has sold a EUR 45m ($48.78m) bond to finance two more LNG-fuelled boxship newbuildings in China.
  • Yang Ming back in black
    Taiwan's Yang Ming has returned to profit for 2014 as revenue rose and finance costs fell.
  • Debt relief for Rand
    Rand Logistics has taken an important step in increasing its liquidity as it managed to close a $170m revolving loan facility.
  • GasLog plots share sale
    New York-listed GasLog is planning a sale of stock to boost its funds for fleet expansion.
  • Tankers unimpeded
    Crude tankers from Kuwait have reported no problems passing through the Bab-el-Mandeb strait between war-torn Yemen and Djibouti.
  • Crew saved after clash
    Four fishermen have been rescued off Turkey after a collision with a cargoship sank their boat.
  • Heerema orders giant
    Heerema Offshore Services has ordered what it claims to be the world's largest crane vessel at Jurong Shipyard.
  • For sale or not?
    Greece's deputy prime minister has said the sale of Piraeus will be completed within weeks, refuting a recent statement from the shipping minister about halting the privatisation process.
  • CMA CGM profit soars
    French container line CMA CGM has posted a big rise in 2014 earnings as it closes in on an order for three huge containerships.
  • Boa extends deal
    Norway's Boa Offshore has added 60 days to a term charter for an offshore support ship.
  • Crimean crime?
    Ukrainian authorities have arrested a Turkish cargoship after it visited the Russian-annexed territory of Crimea.
  • Megaships boost HHLA
    Hamburger Hafen und Logistic (HHLA) has ridden an all-time record container throughput to higher earnings for 2014.
  • India's Yemen mission
    Two ferries are heading from India to bring home Indians stranded in war-torn Yemen.
  • Merger lifts CSAV
    Compania Sud Americana de Vapores (CSAV) has been boosted by the recent partnership with Germany's Hapag-Lloyd and posted a big profit for 2014.
  • Greek ferry refloated
    A Greek ferry with 227 passengers and 55 crew aboard has been refloated after getting stuck near the port of Kasos island.
  • Soechi Lines adds profit
    Indonesian tanker owner Soechi Lines has increased profit in 2014 as revenue rose.
  • Viking fixes AHTS
    Viking Supply Ships has tied up one of its anchor-handlers on a $100m long-term deal with an oil major.
  • Three more for CSDC
    China Shipping Development Co (CSDC) has lined up another bulker order in China.
  • Hellenic confirms disposal
    Hellenic Carriers has confirmed the sale of its oldest bulker in a statement released first thing Monday morning.
  • Back by the summer
    A Danish ferry damaged while undergoing repairs at Remontowa shipyard in Poland is expected to return to service in the summer.
  • Asian lines team up
    Singapore's Pacific International Lines (PIL) says it is to launch a new liner service from Asia to the Middle East.
  • Monsoon to drydock
    Avance Gas is to drydock one of its new VLGCs after the vessel suffered what was described as a "technical irregularity".

American Shipperweb site
MARCH 30, 2015
  • Glimpses of transportation's future at MIT event
  • Trucking industry to feel full force of federal regs by 2017
  • Jaxport box business receives February bump
  • House introduces sugar reform bill
  • DOT to allow Delta's continuation of Seattle-Tokyo flight
  • Former CBP, NYPD officers to serve jail time
  • U.S. steel imports fall in February
  • Redwood expands logistics investment in Japan
  • Service Announcements: OOCL, NYK, Cavotec and Braemar SA
  • CMA CGM reports higher profits, revenues for 2014

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
MARCH 30, 2015
  • MAN Diesel & Turbo tests methane engine concept
    'Successful' demonstration of technology was held earlier this month.
  • LNG terminal expansion begins in Rotterdam
    Expected to become operational by the end of H1 2016.
  • Containerships orders gas-fuelled ships
    'Huge leap for a family owned company,' says CEO.
  • Scrubbers see cruise ship return to US port
    'We are thrilled to be returning to Baltimore,' says Carnival president.
  • Indian owners under pressure despite bunker falls
    Low freight rates make profit making difficult.
  • Knock-on effect from Houston channel delays
    Bunkering among services affected.
  • VPS issues bunker alert
    Evidence of 'elevated sediment content.'
  • Green group unconvinced by Gibraltar STS gas transfer
    Safety an issue, even if conducted offshore.
  • Shipowners should be transparent, says UAE bank
    'We want to get more information [from shipowners] but, at the same time, we also want their business,' says Fujairah bank spokesman.
  • Quadrise losses extend into H2
    But company remains confident of bringing alternative bunker fuel product into the market this year.
  • Taiwanese boxshipping firm returns to black
    Revenues rose 13%.
  • BP Shipping: No problems with ECA
    Company preparing for transition since June 2014, says its Global Chartering Manager.
  • Malaysian bunker supplier to go public
    Company planning further expansion with funds raised on the equity market.
  • Experts highlight issues with 'hybrid' fuels
    Big challenge is availability at worldwide locations.
  • Malaysian MGO, services provider in acquisition talks
    'We have identified the companies,' says firm's director.
  • First LNG STS operation completed in Gibraltar
    'I certainly want to see more of this in the future,' says Port Captain.
  • Bunker crew offered support after crew member dies
    Welfare organisation says it was able to show that 'it shared and understood the seafarers' grief.'
  • Turkish cargo ship arrested in Ukraine
    For calling at a Russian-controlled Crimean Port.
  • African shipbuilder developing hybrid-electric systemIeri 30 marzo 2015, 4.00.00
  • Company anticipating an increase in demand for the propulsion type.
  • Bulker held in SingaporeIeri 30 marzo 2015, 4.00.00
  • Vessel controlled by South Korean interests.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
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Arrival ports by:
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Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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