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October 3, 2016
Sched Netweb site
  • CMA CGM hikes rate US$500/TEU from Asia to West Africa from November
  • Bigger reefer risks must be weighed before acceptance, say experts
  • Risk management is slipping in shipping, says Moore Stephens survey
  • 3 banks, Maersk sell stake in Danish Ship Finance in US$710 million deal
  • Philippine Ports Authority assures all ports will remain congestion free
  • China slaps anti-subsidy duty on US distillers' grains imports
  • Bandits ambush Banro truck convoy, kidnap 13 drivers in eastern Congo
  • Samarga-Holding seeks US$6.5 billion to build railway and port in Russia
  • Denholm seafood sea freight suffers 55.5pc profit loss to US$13.1 million
  • DNV GL global forecast says super effort needed to meet UN eco goals
  • Lessors face multi-million dollar loss facing challenge to recover Hanjin boxes
  • CEVA to run European distribution centre for Iowa-based Vermeer
  • Changi airport cargo falls 31.3pc to 1.27 million tonnes from January-August
  • Russian missile shot down Malaysian 777, killing 298, says Dutch probe
  • Drewry's August east-west air rate index up 0.7 points on July to 87.5
  • ACP extends its representation of Etihad Cargo to include Brisbane
  • Dallas/Fort Worth makes big mark on global air freight industry

Exim Indiaweb site
OCTOBER 2, 2016
  • Allcargo Logistics & ECU Worldwide sponsor IAPGA Golf Tour of USA, 2016
  • CMA CGM & Rodolphe Saadé bag key awards
  • DGS extends settling-in period for VGM implementation
  • FFFAI organises EC meeting & AGM in Madurai
  • MOL takes delivery of cutting-edge methanol carrier
  • Much still needs to be done to achieve accurate certification, says leading insurer
  • Pragmatic forwarders facilitate implementation of VGM rule
  • Standard Operating Procedures for JNPT, Mumbai Port released at MANSA's 38th AGM
  • India, Iran & Afghanistan stress on expeditious development of Chabahar hub
  • IPA meet held in Gandhidham
  • Kandla Port bestowed with two honours at MALA 2016 in Mumbai
  • Railways launches liberalised station to station special freight rates policy
  • V. Kalyana Rama assumes charge as CMD of CONCOR

International Transport Journalweb site
  • "Chemicals market in transition"
  • Loan to rehabilitate Kyrgyzstan's north-south axis
  • Arkas's EAS to call Casablanca
  • Albatros Express: daily between Hamburg and Basel
  • Generix acquires majority stake in Sologlobe
  • Chunnel goes fully digital
  • Goodman can bank on Germany
  • Dunkirk - part of Ports de Hauts-de-France initiative
  • Greenbrier creates international leadership role
  • New aircraft, destination and route
  • Lidl builds new logistics centre in Spain
  • Investment hold-ups affect entire industry
  • ECS Group providing GSA services for Jetstar Asia
  • Quartet of new officers at NE Florida port
  • Moore Stephens detects rising confidence in shipping

IHS Maritimeweb site
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
  • India's GAIL extends validity of LNG ship chartering bids by 15 days
  • MOL takes USD990 million loan to expand LNG and offshore businesses
  • Sanangol delays delivery of DSME drillships again
  • Rates fall as China heads into Golden Week holidays
  • India reforms concession rules to boost private investment in ports
  • Samsung HI wins two LNG carriers
  • South Korea to invest USD13.38 billion in port expansions by 2020
  • KLC to charter MR tankers to Parakou

The Loadstarweb site
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
  • Latest Asia-Europe spot rate tumble threatens new contract talks
  • The great air freight rate debate: will shippers ask for surcharges again?
  • Dear Amazon (and the rest), you can learn how to ship lithium batteries safely
  • It's the end of the IMO's 'light touch' on VGM rule
  • Cambodia ends flag of convenience scheme
  • Design icons: the men behind the 747, the AN-124 and the IL-76
  • Think you know shipping? Check out some Friday facts
  • Nancy Matthews new global lead for Life Sciences at Crane

Marine Logweb site
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
  • Vane takes delivery of tugboat Baltimore
  • UPDATE: Weather forces hold on Transocean Winner transfer
  • Lloyd's Register to class 67 German government ships
  • New Miami-Bimini high speed ferry service is up and running
  • Navy awards $400 million submarine repair contract
  • Transocean Winner ready to be transported on OHT Hawk
  • Hornbeck gets extension of blocking vessel contract
  • UECC takes delivery of first LNG-fueled PCTC

Lloyd's Listweb site
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
  • Brussels monitors suspected tonnage tax abuses
    Commission concerned that some EU countries are extending scope of preferential tax scheme beyond shipping
  • Diana and Jiangnan agree new delay to newcastlemax brace
    Revised delivery dates are second pushback this year
  • And the winners are....
    The great and good of shipping's glitterati gathered in London to celebrate innovation and excellence
  • GasLog remains mum on Samsung LNG order
    But third-party sources are adamant Monaco-based owner is behind $190m contract
  • VLCC mini-spike sparks winter hope
    Is this the start of the strong winter crude shipping market, or a false dawn?
  • Aker owner spends $810,000 on Ocean Yield shares
    Kjell Inge Røkke boosts family stake with 100,800 share purchase
  • Solstad creditors clear the way for merger and share capital increase
    Aker capital is set to become a major shareholder as Solstad eyes Rem Offshore deal
  • Asia-Europe rates continue inevitable slide
    Transpacific rates hold firm, but with China's Golden Week set to trigger a downturn in demand, they too are expected to weaken in the weeks ahead
  • Yard Talk | Easy go, easy come
    A large part of shipbuilders' capacity reduction can be quickly resumed
  • Capt Xu picks up the baton
    How will Xu Lirong cope with following in the footsteps of Wei Jiafu and Li Keqiang?
  • Board shake-up takes place at Jurong Port
    Port operator gets new chairman and two directors
  • Cosco Shipping Co to change name and consolidate ro-ro business
    New name is Cosco Shipping Specialized Carriers Company
  • South Korean government to invest $13bn in ports infrastructure
    Authorities aim to boost global competitiveness of Korean ports
  • DSME gets one-year grace period to meet listing requirements
    Shares to remain suspended from trading
  • VGM enforcement comes into effect
    Three-month grace period ends on October 1
  • Eagle Bulk appoints new chief financial officer
    Frank De Costanzo will take over from Adir Katzavat dry bulk company
  • Esben Poulsson quits FSL Trust board amid disagreements
    Director had conflicting views with some other board members, says First Ship Lease Trust
  • Ship Finance International upsizes convertible bonds to $225m
    Update: Notes will pay an annual interest rate of 5.75% quarterly in arrears
  • Samsung Heavy Industries awarded LNG carrier newbuilding deal
    Contract marks first order the South Korean shipbuilder has secured this year
  • NYK completes stake-buying in EMAS Chiyoda Subsea joint venture
    NYK takes 25% stake in company while Ezra Holdings has 40% and Chiyoda 35%
  • Scorpio Group amends management agreements
    Tanker and bulker arms to remove 1% fee payable to Scorpio Services Holding

The Journal of Commerceweb site
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
  • NY-NJ terminal to roll out pilot truck appointment system
  • US shippers should expect higher terminal fees as ship sizes increase
  • Court ruling brings peace to Santos waterfront
  • Hanjin sets up yard to collect containers near NY-NY port
  • Trans-Pacific lines' hope of peak season spot rate jump fades
  • Signs of delayed Hanjin cargo lifting truck, intermodal spot rates
  • India proposes new port concession bidding rules
  • Regular mega-ship calls power Colombo growth
  • Asia-Europe spot rates slip ahead of China's Golden Week shutdown

TradeWindsweb site
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
  • Low rates pose Hanjin contagion
    Consultancy sees increasing counter-party risk in all aspects of shipping as rates remain weak
  • Low rates risk Hanjin-like contagion
    Consultancy sees increasing counter-party risk in all aspects of shipping as rates remain weak
  • Bulker caught in OW case up for sale
    Greek-owned Theofano to be auctioned in Gibraltar next week.
  • Underwriters take NAT proceeds to $120m
    No time wasted in exercising options, adding $16.5m to owner's gross proceeds.
  • Sales talk surrounds MOL cape pair
    Japanese heavyweight said to have disposed of a pair of capesize bulkers in deals worth $56m.
  • BW Dry Cargo secures buy number seven
    Fast growth of fledgling division continues with addition of Japanese-built ship.
  • Korea Line orders bulker double
    Owner lines up $60m investment in two 50,000-dwt vessels.
  • Ship Finance International shoots for $225m
    Fredriksen-backed owner upsizes notes issue with addition of extra $25m.
  • Kudo: difficult for Hanjin to stay in Alliance
    NYK chairman Yasumi Kudo says Korean owner's absence will not harm start-up next year.
  • Nordic Hamburg linked to double sale
    Brokers report that Hamburg-based company has parted ways with two bulkers for $15m.
  • MOL eyes expansion with 60-year $990m loan
    Japanese owner targets LNGC and offshore ship acquisitions with huge new financing deal.
  • Brasbunker quartet booked in Brazil
    Allseas takes Brazilian owner's PSVs for pipelay-related work.
  • Shipowners' Club holds rates
    Simon Swallow-led mutual starts renewal season with a decision to impose no general increase for third consecutive year.
  • Shipowners' Club boosts free reserves
    Investment portfolio pays off for specialist small ship P&I insurer.
  • DB's woes raise shipping questions
    German lender's share price falls close to 30-year low as government bailout is considered.
  • Billionaire Rokke ups Ocean Yield stake
    Norwegian tycoon adds to his personal interest in Oslo-quoted shipowner.
  • DSME considers 'various measures' to boost finances
    South Korean shipbuilder responds to one-year notice from the Korean Stock Exchange.
  • Crew jump from rescue ship hit by freak wave
    Rescue Aegir capsizes twice off Norway, but seafarers safe.
  • Solstad seals finance plan ahead of Rem deal
  • Fire extinguished on cruise newbuilding
    Welding work caused incident on Norwegian Joy at Meyer Werft.
  • Norwegian offshore strike 'could escalate'
    Up to 10 rigs could be hit by oil workers' walk-out as fixtures dry up.
  • Samsung Heavy bags first order in almost a year
    South Korean shipbuilder breaks order drought with deal for two LNG carrier newbuildings.
  • Poulsson splits with FSL Trust over differences
    Lack of consensual decision making at board level prompts Dane to exit Singapore shipping trust.
  • Ship Finance plans convertible bond issue
    John Fredriksen-controlled company looking to raise fresh capital to pay back existing bond.

American Shipperweb site
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
  • CBP pushes back ACE deadline for post-release functions
    U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on Thursday announced it is pushing back the mandatory date for all importers to file certain post...
  • MOL obtains $987m 'hybrid loan'
    Japanese ocean carrier Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) has signed an agreement to procure a 100 billion yen (U.S. $987 million) "hybrid loa...
  • SSA's Stubkjaer receives Connie Award
    SSA Inc. CEO Knud Stubkjaer received the 2016 Connie Award by the Containerization & Intermodal Institute (CII) in Long Beach last Tues...
  • SCFI slips on major trades
    The Shanghai Containerized Freight Index fell 3.5 percent since last week to a reading of 707.68 today as several major trades experienced ...
  • Damco CEO resigns amid Maersk restructuring
    Hanne B. Sørensen, chief executive officer of Damco, the third-party logistics subsidiary of Danish shipping conglomerate A.P. M'ller - Mae...
  • Maersk Line beefs up reefer fleet
    Maersk Line is beefing up its refrigerated container (reefer) fleet with 14,800 new refrigerated cargo containers, the company said in a st...
  • NYK closes on acquisition of minority stake in subsea construction firm
    Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) has closed on the previously announced purchase of a minority stake in subsea construction firm EMAS Chiyoda Subs...
  • UECC takes delivery of world's first LNG-powered PCTC vessel
    United European Car Carriers (UECC) yesterday took delivery of the world's first LNG-fueled pure car and truck carrier (PCTC) capable of be...
  • Port of Vancouver, Wash. seeks permanent CEO
    The Port of Vancouver, Wash. is looking for a new, permanent chief executive officer and executive director, according to a statement from ...
  • Kerry Logistics rebrands majority-owned Swedish subsidiary
    Kerry Logistics Network Ltd. has rebranded Albini & Pitigliani Sverige AB, commonly known as ALPI Sverige, as Kerry Logistics (Sweden) ...
  • Special Coverage: Canada's eastern ports plan for upgrades
    Port of Montreal's Maisonneuve terminal Source: Port of Montreal Container traffic moving in and out of Eastern Canada is predominantly han...
  • NCBFAA urges CBP to create regulations on low-value, duty-free shipments
    The National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America (NCBFAA) is urging U.S Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to consider g...
  • APL retracts "K" Line comments
    APL Logistics said its employees are retracting earlier statements they made about the Japanese carrier "K" Line possibly filing for bankru...
  • Commerce upgrades Q2 U.S. economic growth projection
    United States gross domestic product (GDP)-the broadest measure of a nation's overall economic health-increased 1.4 percent during second q...
  • Lawmaker urges USDOT to consider further crude-by-rail regulations
    U.S. House Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler, R-Wash., is urging the Department of Transportation to consider further regulation of freight trains...
  • Airports step up lookout for illicit wildlife trade
    Airports Council International (ACI), a trade association representing the world's airports, has approved Resolution3,supporting the United...
  • Hanjin Shipping lays off about one-third of U.S. staff
    Sources say Hanjin Shipping will layoff about 180 members of its 500 person workforce in the U.S. on Friday. Fewer employees are needed be...
  • Chamber of Marine Commerce, CSA merge
    The Chamber of Marine Commerce and the Canadian Shipowners Association (CSA) have agreed to a merger. Under the terms of the agreement, th...
  • Executive Moves: Norfolk Southern, SynchroNet and Alliance Shippers
    Norfolk Southern Corp. said James A. Hixon , executive vice president oflaw and corporate relations, and chief legal officer, will retire e...

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
  • Houston IFO 380 CST at highest monthly average price since July 2015
    The September average was $236.70/mt ex-wharf, the highest monthly average since July 2015, when it was $290.70/mt
  • Oil rangebound as focus remains on details for OPEC deal
    NYMEX November crude settled 41 cents higher at $48.24/b. ICE November Brent, which expired Friday, settled down 18 cents at $49.06/b.
  • REFINERY NEWS: South Africa's Engen to restart October 3
    Durban's Engen refinery will resume operations October 3 after completing scheduled maintenance
  • Minerva Bunkers to close Piraeus, Seoul offices
    Company will centralize European operation in Las Palmas
  • External: Wired Bunkering
  • TRADER NOTE: Cockett Group appoints three new traders
    Athalia Kooslarto and Sachin Singh joined as senior traders in the Australian and UAE offices, respectively. Pramod Nair was appointed as a trader at the India office.
  • South Africa raids container shipping companies
    South Africa's Competition Commission has raided the offices of six container shipping companies to investigate an allegation of freight rate fixing
  • TRADER NOTE: Former Consort Bunkers fuel oil trading manager joins Brightoil
    Yip started at the company Monday
  • External: Marine Bunkering(Rotterdam)B.V.
  • FUTURES 2: Crude falls over 1% as focus returns to incumbent oil glut
  • FUTURES: Crude inches lower as optimism over OPEC proposal fades
  • Russia to hold active consultations with OPEC in Oct/Nov on output freeze
  • FACTBOX: Oil price rally fades as markets digest OPEC's cut deal plan

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Suez Canal: Signs of a recovery in ship traffic in September
Suez Canal: Signs of a recovery in ship traffic in September
Ismailia
However, the repercussions of the crisis in the Red Sea persist
Taranto, the steel crisis continues to weigh on the port.
Taranto, the steel crisis continues to weigh on the port.
Taranto
Liquid bulk cargoes are supporting volumes, but overall traffic is down 5.7% in the first nine months of 2026. Container traffic remains volatile.
US port tariffs on Chinese ships, trade coalition calls for permanent suspension
Washington
Hundreds of associations have written to Greer ahead of the January 9, 2027, deadline. Among them is the World Shipping Council.
T&E: The ETS should become the driving force behind investments in e-fuels for aircraft and ships.
Brussels
The organization's demands for the overhaul of the ETS: more European resources, a dedicated fund, and two-sided auctions
In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Livorno fell by -3.6%
Livorno
Ports on Elba also experienced a decline (-3.3%). The port of Piombino bucked the trend with a +5.7%.
Cargo volumes down in Southern Adriatic ports in the first six months of 2026
Bari
The system loses 676 thousand tons compared to 2025, almost all between the two largest ports
In the third quarter, ship traffic in the Panama Canal remained stable
Panama/Balboa
However, the tonnage of ships and the volume of goods in transit are growing
Le Aziende informano
Ufficiali di Macchina: l'Accademia Italiana della Marina Mercantile apre le selezioni per il corso ITS triennale gratuito. Scadenza 26 ottobre
Maritime ETS, FEPORT supports cargo-related anti-avoidance measure
Brussels
It is the most effective solution - claims the federation of European terminal operators - to protect the competitiveness of EU ports
COSCO Shipping, revenues +29% and profits +82%: the credit goes to freight rates, rather than volumes
Hong Kong
The trans-Pacific market is the driving force behind the Chinese group's accounts
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reports increased net income but declining margins in the third quarter.
Miami
APM Terminals signs further expansion phase for the Moroccan port of Tangier Med
Rabat
An investment of over 800 million dollars is planned to build 1.2 kilometers of docks
Port of Barcelona launches project to reduce cruise terminals from seven to five
Barcelona
Review of the concession held by Creuers del Port de Barcelona
Boluda and Samskip, a new merger in European short-sea shipping.
Boluda and Samskip, a new merger in European short-sea shipping.
Valencia/Rotterdam
The Spanish group has signed an agreement to acquire all the activities of the Dutch group and expand its multimodal platform
Indian shipyards on EU ship recycling list, ECSA asks MEPs to approve
Brussels
Call to reject a motion opposing the Commission's proposal
CVC DIF has acquired a majority stake in the Spanish shipyard Cernaval
Schiphol
The Iberian company employs approximately 275 people
Contship Italia acquires the Tarros group
Melzo/La Spezia
All the activities and assets that make up the integrated service system of the La Spezia group are changing hands
Villa Vie Residences' residential cruise ship suspended
Villa Vie Residences' residential cruise ship suspended
Fort Lauderdale/Sihanoukville
The company attributes the ship's grounding to rising fuel costs and is working on a restructuring and recapitalization plan.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen orders four 9,900 CEU PCTCs plus eight options
Lysaker
Agreement with the Chinese shipyard Jinling Shipyard (Jiangsu)
Royal Caribbean posts record quarterly revenue of $5.59 billion. Full-year 2026 forecasts are raised.
Royal Caribbean posts record quarterly revenue of $5.59 billion. Full-year 2026 forecasts are raised.
Miami
EBITDA at 2.53 billion and passengers at 2.68 million in the July-September period
Maritime safety, ETS, flags, and employment are the focus of the Confitarma president's report.
Rome
Zanetti calls for a European alliance for freedom of navigation, a national pact for the transition, and less bureaucracy for the Italian flag.
Global Ports Holding signs concession agreement for Saint Vincent cruise port
Istanbul
The agreement has a duration of 30 years
Sunde family sells Color Line to Stena
Gothenburg
Swedish ferry group acquires Norway's largest cruise ferry company
Chinese ports, the race is slowing down
Chinese ports, the race is slowing down
Beijing
After 25 years of growth, freight traffic is almost at a standstill, but containers are still breaking records.
Lorenzo Sanna is the new president of ANPAN
Sestri Levante
Parmigiani: Regarding the High Seas Protocol, we should return to the commander's paper declaration.
2027 will once again be a record year for the Italian cruise industry
Livorno
Approximately 16 million passengers are expected, with a growth of +4%
Port reform: Commission discusses only setting aside and rejecting vessels
Rome
The Chamber of Deputies has passed no amendments in three weeks. The only exception is Port Authority staff.
Road haulage, truce near. The government releases funds for diesel fuel and structural reforms.
Rome
Emergency decree approved with tax credits, a ban on leasing, and fuel surcharge protections
The fleet of dual-fuel containerships and car carriers exceeds 500 units
Washington
A 41% jump compared to September 2025. Industry investments have exceeded $200 billion.
Green Maritime Corridors: China Leads the Race
Shanghai
Nearly a fifth of global developments involve a Chinese port. The Global Maritime Forum report highlights fuel and collaboration as strengths, while demand remains weak.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports grew by +2.1%
Madrid
Bulk cargo is driving the trend. Containerized cargo remains stable.
The EU invests in the green revolution of the seas
Brussels
From ammonia to e-methanol, from electric ferries to CO2 capture: projects reshaping the future of European shipping have received funding.
Road haulage associations call for an end to roadblocks in the South.
Rome/Modena
After the meeting with Salvini, the trade unions urged Piantedosi to intervene. Ruote Libere responded: listen to the protesters, not repress them.
APM Terminals and Hateco sign agreement to develop a rail freight terminal network in northern Vietnam
Copenhagen
Initial investment estimated at around $3.5 billion
IFM Investors to acquire CPPIB and OMERS' stakes in Associated British Ports
London
Agreement reached for the transfer of 63.9% of the capital of the British port group
DSV, Air & Sea and Contract Logistics drive third quarter, while road transport slows
Copenhagen
Road division suffers from problems following Schenker integration
Decarbonizing shipping: The UK should learn from FuelEU Maritime's mistakes.
London
The UK Chamber of Shipping presents the government with a document with lessons from the first two years of application of the European regulation
The port of Antwerp-Bruges returns to growth in the third quarter, with a +2.5% after two quarters of decline
Antwerp
Containers, ro-ro and dry bulk are driving the recovery, while steel and energy products remain in difficulty
Interferry renews alarm over postponement of road haulage inclusion in the EU ETS
Victoria
Roos: The burdens and challenges of decarbonisation cannot be borne by individual sectors
The port of Trieste recovers on container traffic in the third quarter, but the railway remains in difficulty
Trieste
Liquid bulk on the rise
Record quarterly cruise traffic at Global Ports Holding terminals
Istanbul
Only the numbers in the Eastern Mediterranean and Adriatic region are decreasing
Rheinmetall confirms partnership with MSC for acquisition of Romanian shipyard in Mangalia
Düsseldorf
The purchase price of approximately 138 million euros will be paid jointly by the two partners
Strait of Hormuz: Another weekend of attacks on ships
Tehran/Southampton
First use of RPG anti-tank rocket fired from a small vessel
Port of Rotterdam: General cargo declines in third quarter, bulk traffic increases
Rotterdam
In the first nine months of 2026, 323.2 million tonnes were handled (+0.9%)
The Ligurian Shipbuilding Observatory is born: a sector worth two billion euros and employing over 10,000 people.
Genoa
AdSP, Confindustria Genova and Unione Industriali Savona launch permanent monitoring of the sector
BPA says UK container growth depends on investment, not carbon leakage
London
A report by the British association contests the Spanish Observatory: the indicator in teu-miles does not measure real volumes and amplifies the effect of the order of ports of call
ETS: Shipping accounts for 10% of emissions but pays nearly 20% of the bill.
Brussels
ECSA Study: European Shipowners Call for Triple SMAP Quotas for Sustainable Fuels and Technologies
AP Moller Capital to acquire Portek International Port Group
Copenhagen
It will be sold by the Japanese company Mitsui & Co.
Washington and Madrid's port dispute threatens to escalate into a trade war.
Washington
The FMC proposes a levy of 200 thousand dollars per voyage on ships under the Spanish flag and restrictions on the import of certain products
Port reform: the Commission rejects the governance changes to Ports of Italy.
Rome
Yesterday, the Chamber of Deputies' Committee voted on Article 9 of Bill 2925: the opposition's amendments were rejected; further consideration has been postponed to another session.
Port of Singapore sets new all-time record for quarterly container throughput (TEUs)
Singapore
Marine fuel sales highlight ongoing transformation of fuel market
Two container ships hit by shells while transiting the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Singapore
The "GFS Pride" suffered damage and a fire on board, and subsequently sank
Attacks on ships and ports: ETF appeals to EU leaders
Brussels
"We need action, not another declaration of concern": the union calls for worker safety to be placed at the heart of the European response in the Black Sea.
RINA held responsible for the sinking of the Al Salam Boccaccio '98 , according to the Genoa court.
Genoa
The company declares its profound disagreement and recalls the conclusions of other investigations
Peru plans second major national port
File
The port of Corío will be built on the southern coast of the country to also serve Brazilian exports
Attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz and the Black Sea are multiplying.
Sofia/Southampton/New Delhi
Two vessels hit in Bulgaria's special economic zone
Maritime ETS: SMAP under scrutiny by those who produce the fuels of the future
Brussels
A joint letter from producers, utilities, shipowners and NGOs calls for the reservation of quotas for e-fuels and the introduction of advance booking
The Port of Los Angeles sets new all-time monthly and quarterly container throughput records.
Los Angeles
New peaks in full containers upon disembarkation and empty boxes
Rheinmetall acquires Mangalia shipyard for €138 million
Bucharest
The project is linked to the relaunch of the Romanian shipbuilding industry and the construction of four units for the Navy
United Transport Mutual is born: ships, ports and logistics under the same insurance umbrella.
London
UK P&I Club and TT Club members approve merger, retaining names, brands and teams
Spain, short sea shipping is declining
Madrid
SPC Spain warns that the costs of environmental regulations are pushing trafficking away from the sea
Port of Ravenna, August at -20.5% and September estimated at -9%.
Ravenna
Global trade is more resilient than expected. AI is boosting goods, while services are holding back.
Geneva
The WTO has revised its estimates: goods growth of 3.9% in 2026, services growth of 3.3%. But the impact of the Middle East crisis is not the same for everyone.
Fincantieri and Leonardo reach agreement to strengthen Orizzonte Sistemi Navali's role.
Trieste/Rome
The companies aim to consolidate the industrial and commercial role of the joint venture
Port of Rijeka: Various cargoes push Luka Rijeka forward, while the Adriatic Gate container terminal loses ground.
Rijeka
In the first nine months of 2026, overall traffic fell by -15% to 3.83 million tonnes
Confetra: The government wants to abolish the tax on small parcels.
Rome
Satisfaction with the government's choices in the budget bill
A Port Renewable Energy Community has been established in Taranto
Taranto
Among the objectives, the development of the Apulian port as an energy hub
Filt and Uilt, the temporary port labor system is not anachronistic
Rome
To define it in this way - the unions denounce - means distorting the nature and role of Article 17 of Law 84/94.
New quarterly record for freight traffic in Albanian ports
Tirana
In the period July-September passengers decreased by -5.4%
FedEx's earnings are rising, but net profit falls 68%.
Memphis
The non-cash capital loss related to the spin-off of FedEx Freight weighs heavily
Kalmar recorded a 22% growth in new orders in the third quarter
Helsinki
Turnover stable. Net profit down 14%.
In the third quarter, sales of containers produced by CIMC increased by +30%
Hong Kong
Commercial activity driven by dry boxes (+36%). Reefer units dropped by 28%.
Ports, new investments in Tuscany and Sardinia
Livorno/Cagliari
The 2027 budget estimates for the two Port Authorities have been approved. Highlights include the Piombino dock, works in Livorno, and dredging and electrification projects in Sardinian ports.
Finding qualified personnel in Italian ports is increasingly difficult.
Naples
An analysis by Randstad Research of 13 professional profiles also highlights a marked gender imbalance
COSCO Shipping Ports reports record third-quarter revenue
Hong Kong
In the July-September period, net profit was 102.5 million dollars (+3.4%)
Approval for the 2027 budget forecast and the 2027-2029 POT of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
The forecast document shows revenues of approximately 24 million euros and expenses of approximately 88 million
Ravenna native Bongiovanni confirmed as president of the Federagenti Youth Committee.
Rome
Renewal of the federation's board of directors
The 2027-2029 Three-Year Operational Plan for the Central Adriatic Port System has been approved.
Ancona
308 million euros of investments are planned, of which 218 million for the Marche region and 91 million for Abruzzo.
The 2027 budget forecast for the Western Liguria Port Authority has been approved.
Genoa
New surcharge on goods postponed to 2028
DP World opens a temperature-controlled warehouse near Bologna
Bologna
Surface area of 22 thousand square meters
Saipem wins two new offshore drilling contracts
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 121 million dollars.
Hanwha brings Philadelphia Naval Shipyard under Defense Division control
Arlington
The goal is to integrate the construction of commercial and military ships
The Ports of La Spezia and Carrara approve the 2027-2029 Three-Year Public Works Program and the 2027 Budget.
La Spezia
Pisano: PTLP concrete and consistent with currently available resources
Port concessions: Regional Administrative Court (TAR) blocks 2025 fee increase
Rome
The appeal of Assiterminal and sixteen port companies has been accepted.
Wärtsilä sees quarterly order increases, but not in the Marine segment
Helsinki
In the period July-September the company recorded a net profit of 125 million euros (-31%)
Montaresi appointed general secretary of the Eastern Ligurian Sea Port Authority for another four years.
La Spezia
Renewal of office on the proposal of President Pisano
Double ceremony for two Explora Journeys ships at the Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa
Genoa
Launch of "Explora V" and coin ceremony of "Explora VI"
Italian CMD passes under the control of the UAE group EDGE
Abu Dhabi/Rome
Cousins Mariano and Giorgio Negri retain a significant shareholding
The Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority presents the new layout of the port of Piombino.
Livorno
Gariglio: A concrete step towards industrial reconversion and the future of Piombino.
FS Logistix has purchased six new CZ LOKO locomotives for freight and shunting services
Rome/Prague
This is the fourth order of this type for the Czech company in ten years.
Port of Bremerhaven: The cruise ship Mein Schiff 3 collided with two container ships.
Bremen
No injuries. The cruise was canceled.
Paolo Moretti has been appointed CEO of RINA Spa.
Genoa
Giosuè Vezzuto has assumed the role of CEO of RINA Services
HD Hyundai and Kiewit to establish joint venture at new shipyard in the US
Houston/Seoul
The construction of both military and commercial vessels is planned
Konecranes' quarterly port equipment orders decline as revenue increases
Helsinki
Kuehne+Nagel's third quarter was very positive
Schindellegi
Growth in economic and operating results in all business segments
Wildcat's race for US defense: exclusive agreement with historic Fraser shipyard
Superior
The Miami Beach fund's operation is part of the government's plan to relaunch the American shipbuilding industry.
Port of Ancona: First single ZES authorization issued
Ancona
A three million euro investment in yacht construction has been unblocked.
Access to the port of Ravenna is authorized for vessels with a maximum draft of 11.00 meters.
Ravenna
Benevolent: it is a fundamental step for the economic and strategic development of the airport
Port of Genoa extends food inspection authorization to PSA SECH terminal
Genoa
The provision of the Ministry of Health expands the categories of products that can be subjected to control
SAILING LIST
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Arrival ports by:
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On Thursday, the Unione Interporti Riuniti will present the ELODIE project at the Chamber of Deputies.
Rome
The aim is to create a digital federation of interports
ABB reports record orders of $12 billion in the third quarter.
Zurich
Revenues and profits also increased, while the group announced a joint venture with Mitsubishi Electric
In the third quarter of 2026, containers in the port of Barcelona decreased by -9.2%
Barcelona
The decline was driven by a 19.9% reduction in transhipment traffic.
COSCO Shipping Ports terminals set new quarterly container throughput record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September also volumes handled by CMPort
In August, the ports of Western Liguria handled 5.2 million tons of goods (+1.6)
Genoa
In Genoa, an increase of +6.1% was recorded, while Savona-Vado Ligure suffered a decrease of -10.0%.
Raben Italy opens a new warehouse in Pomezia
Milan
The goal is to consolidate the positioning and territorial expansion in road transport
Port of La Spezia signs agreement to develop blue economy and security projects
La Spezia
It was signed by the AdSP and the Foundation of the National Centre of the Underwater Dimension
The Port of Long Beach celebrates new monthly container throughput record
Long Beach
New all-time high also in the July-September quarter
The tender for the partial demolition of the North Pier of the Port of Ancona has been launched.
Ancona
The intervention includes the regularization of the relevant seabeds
HMM invests over $1.6 billion for 12 new container ships
Busan
By 2029, the delivery of eight 13,000 TEU vessels, three 2,800 TEU vessels and one 1,700 TEU vessel
Paolo Pessina confirmed as president of Federagenti
Rome
Unanimous vote of the Federation assembly
Negotiations have begun to renew the single collective bargaining agreement for the shipping industry.
Rome
The parties have agreed on a busy schedule of meetings
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 15.1% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
In September the increase was +25.0%
Maritime training: Appeal to the Regional Administrative Court (TAR) against the Port Authority's fee hike
Rome
ANIFORMAR, CONFORMAR, and 15 training centers challenge the MIT-MEF decree: increases reach up to 149.3%.
The Spinelli Group has opened a new empty container depot in Novi Ligure.
Genoa
Investment worth 14 million euros
Rhenus integrates its logistics services into a single hub at the Padua Interporto.
Padua
The site will bring together road transport, air and sea freight, warehousing and specialized services
A truck driver dies at the Cagliari canal port.
Cagliari
He would have been crushed by a load of large pipes
Maritime labor, Confitarma is concerned about the uncertainty arising from the Revenue Agency's interpretative stance.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries plans to expand shipbuilding capacity
Tokyo
The company plans to invest 100 billion yen
Trasportounito: The government is crazy if it thinks the road haulage crisis can be solved on its own.
Rome
Application of the diesel cost adjustment clause urged
Emanuele Grimaldi is the new president of the Malta International Shipowners Association.
Valletta
She takes over from Marily Frangista, who has been leading the association since April 2022.
The fourth edition of Green Logitics Expo kicks off tomorrow morning in Padua.
Padua
It will see the participation of over 300 exhibitors and the holding of 30 conference events
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports decreased by -1.1%.
Ankara
Volumes to and from Italy grew by +6.2%
Assiterminal, the flexibility of the PRPs should take into account the relevant market in which the ports operate
Genoa
Cetus Maritime plans to list on the Euronext Growth Oslo stock market
Hong Kong
Acquisition of 16 ships in preparation for listing on the stock exchange
On Saturday, a U.S. jet struck a bulk carrier in the Gulf of Oman.
Tampa
Centcom: The ship had attempted to enforce a naval blockade against Iran.
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
Assologistica event to discuss the Mediterranean strategy for Italian competitiveness
Rome
It will be held next October 30th in Naples
On Thursday, the Unione Interporti Riuniti will present the ELODIE project at the Chamber of Deputies.
Rome
The aim is to create a digital federation of interports
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Cosco Shipping arm readies China IPO to capitalise on global shipbuilding wave
(South China Morning Post)
Rosatom expects cargo traffic along Northern Sea Route to rise 14% in 2026 - CEO
(Interfax)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del Presidente Mario Zanetti
Roma, 27 ottobre 2026
››› File
Ship hit near Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A bullet started a fire which was later put out
OOCL reports 9.0% growth in vessel-borne volumes in the third quarter
Hong Kong
The increase in the value of maritime freight rates causes a +45.1% increase in revenues
HD Hyundai Marine Solutions to Acquire American Company Goltens Worldwide
Dubai/Seongnam
The company deals with the repair and maintenance of large marine engines and industrial machinery.
UNATRAS to the government: Immediately unblock measures to reduce diesel prices.
Rome
Road transport associations report delays and uncertainties in implementing the May 22 agreement and are calling for an urgent meeting.
Port of Taranto: Gugliotti renews his request to the government for funding for the port's wind farm.
Taranto
The project - he underlined - can neither be scaled down nor postponed.
Attack on a ship in the middle of the Persian Gulf
Southampton
The UKMTO reported that several projectiles caused casualties among the crew members.
Gioia Tauro: Addendum to the updated Port Plan approved
Gioia Tauro
The analysis will allow us to evaluate the Port Agency's employment and staffing needs.
Ships queuing, fuel wasted: how waiting at anchor can save you money.
Copenhagen
The Global Maritime Forum publishes Cargill's test results on 16 real-world voyages. Slowing down and arriving when the berth is free reduces fuel consumption and emissions.
ZIM raises full-year 2026 guidance
Haifa
Adjusted EBITDA and EBIT expected to be $2.7 billion/$3.0 billion and $1.4 billion/$1.7 billion
Gabriele Sangiorgi appointed acting secretary general of the Ravenna Port Authority.
Ravenna
Fabio Maletti's term has expired
Port of Genoa: Messina Terminal workers strike for one hour for a month
Genoa
The company reports that one of the union members did not show up at the last meeting as part of the cooling-off procedure provided for by the National Collective Labour Agreement.
Port of Taranto, agreement to participate in the development of the Valbasento Interporto in Ferrandina.
Matera/Taranto
A logistical-functional masterplan will be developed within 180 days
Attica, the deficit is reduced thanks mainly to capital gains and coverage
Kallithea
First half of the year with fewer crossings and slightly increasing revenues
Since the beginning of the year, passengers and goods on GNV ships have increased by +2% and +5%
Marrakech
Three-year strategic partnership with the Office National Marocain du Tourisme
Filt Cgil, recognize maritime and port work as arduous
Rome
The union is calling for a clear provision to be included in the next budget law.
Escola Europea - Intermodal Transport celebrates its 20th anniversary
Barcelona
A Mediterranean sea voyage between Barcelona, Civitavecchia, Palermo, and Genoa.
Tanker attacked in Hormuz
Southampton
The unit continued its navigation regularly
FS Logistix and Interporto Bologna presented the first Italian experimental DAC train
Assologistica event to discuss the Mediterranean strategy for Italian competitiveness
Rome
It will be held next October 30th in Naples
Sanilog launches a special cancer prevention campaign.
Rome
Three new areas dedicated to the prevention of head and neck and oral cavity cancers and the assessment of vascular risk
Contract awarded for dredging and completion of the electrification of the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Gioia Tauro
They will be carried out respectively by Dravo and RTI Saet-Suardi
Student Naval Architect Award Awarded in Genoa
Genoa
The d'Amico Group and the Royal Institution of Naval Architects recognize excellence in naval engineering.
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