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January 29, 2016
Sched Netweb site
  • DP World CEO Mohammed Sharaf, 54, 'retires' after 11 years in office
  • Global box ship fleet grows at slowest rate in 25 years: Alphaliner
  • Maersk Line's Samba service to drop Tilbury for London Gateway
  • CMA CGM inaugurates new strategic hub on Reunion Island
  • Across China, Yiwu-Madrid train jumpstarts economic engines
  • Philadelphia shortlists developers for Southport Marine Terminal Complex
  • ATA December Truck Tonnage Index up 1.1pc, rising 2.6pc in 2015
  • Canada to sign TPP, but may not ratify it, says new Liberal government
  • Amazon to create thousands of jobs in Europe in ongoing expansion
  • Singapore Changi Airport's 2015 cargo flat at 1.85 million tonnes
  • Cathay cuts expansion plans on encountering impasse with pilots union
  • DHL moves into larger facility next to Memphis International Airport
  • Etihad's smart air cargo dolly to keep freight cool on hot tarmac
  • Cargolux extends GDP certification for after passing surveillance audit

Exim Indiaweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • BCCI's conference discusses facilitative role of ports, shipping & logistics in "Make in India"
  • JN Port customers' meet discusses key issues
  • Port operations & further construction remain unaffected, says Adani
  • Caterpillar Cargo Solutions (India) successfully executes air freight charter project
  • CCEA approves hybrid annuity model for highway projects
  • DICT playing a crucial role in abating Delhi's air pollution
  • Mumbai hosting PPG Annual Conference next week
  • INR plunges further against dollar, hits 68.20

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Recovery - in part
  • RPA names industrial director
  • Green light for new bypass in Ireland
  • From supervisory to management board presidency
  • Iranian aircraft welcome again
  • DP World Group CEO retires
  • Compromise for European port services regulation
  • Kiel sets new rail loading record
  • Turnaround expert takes major stake in Adria Airways
  • Correction: Peter Whitfield, Neutral Air Partner
  • Germany hooks up to "Atlantic" railfreight corridor
  • London Gateway, I presume?
  • Prestigious award for ICTSI
  • Train handling on a large scale
  • ALC calls for road reform monitoring
  • Marseille on a rising tide
  • Cathay Pacific looking back and forward
  • New Japanese port company names first president
  • TNT recognized for good practices

IHS Maritimeweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • UK Chamber of Shipping warns against complacency over "recovery" seafarer stats
    The UK Chamber of Shipping has warned that positive new statistics on UK seafarer numbers should not "mask" the challenges facing UK shipping. The statistics, brought out by the UK's Department for Transport (DfT),...
  • Euronav bullish after highest quarterly result since 2008
    Antwerp-based tanker operator Euronav was in bullish mood today as it announced its best quarterly result since the third quarter of 2008 and predicted "further progress" in the current year. The operator, which issued a protest against what it saw as an unjustified fall in its share price earlier this month,...
  • Ezra Holdings at risk of liquidity crunch
    As oil prices continue to trend downwards and demand for offshore support vessels weakens, Ezra Holdings' asset values could continue to depreciate, putting it at risk of a liquidity crunch. This was the opinion of...
  • Optimised Schilling® twisted trailing edge rudder
    The improvement of energy efficiency in the global shipping industry is one of the sustainable goals of the Becker Marine Systems company. The world market leader for high-performance rudders is presenting a new rudder profile, the optimised Schilling® Twisted Trailing Edge (Schilling® TT) Rudder. Two years following the successful development of...
  • New records mark year of growth at Marseille Fos
    Container traffic was up by 3.5% to 1.22 million teu and by 4% in tonnage terms to 11.7MT - marking three consecutive years of growth when box volumes have increased by a cumulative 15% under the port's 'alternative southern gateway for Europe' strategy. The port authority said 2015 statistics confirmed...
  • WODCON XXI in Miami in June
    Join the Western Dredging Association (WEDA) in Miami this June as it hosts the 21st World Dredging Congress and Exposition (WODCON XXI). Considered the most important and anticipated event for dredging professionals worldwide, WODCONs are the only global event dedicated exclusively to dredging and maritime construction. The conference will take...
  • When dangers at sea draw the right attention
    At the launch of Seafarers Awareness Week in London, UK, last night, an event aimed at increasing the country's maritime personnel recruitment and retention, it was refreshing to see that the event's organiser, Seafarers...
  • Prestige master sentenced to two years in prison
    Spain's Supreme Court has sentenced the former master of the Prestige oil tanker to two years in prison for his role in the environmental disaster created by the loss of the vessel and its cargo off the northwest coast of Spain in...
  • New CEDA Environment Commission chairman
    Since October last year, CEDA's Environment Commission (CEC) has a new chair. Frederik Roose of the Maritime Access Division of the Flemish Ministry of Mobility and Public Works, Belgium succeeds Polite Laboyrie, Witteveen+Bos, the Netherlands, who has been chairing the CEC for 8 years and who moved on to CEDA...
  • Farstad Shipping to cut head office costs to combat weak market
    Farstad Shipping, the listed Norwegian offshore services vessel operator, says it has started a process with the aim of reducing administrative expenses at the group's head office in Aalesund. "The employees have today been informed about the process, which will conclude by the end of February 2016,"...
  • IOC takes two BW VLGCs on charter for two years
    As freight rates to ship LPG on very large gas carriers continue to head north, Indian Oil Corporation has reportedly fixed two VLGCs from BW Group for up to two years, brokers tell...
  • Lamprell takes Sembcorp Marine's place in HHI's venture with Saudi Aramco
    United Arab Emirates-based oil rig engineering service provider Lamprell Plc has taken Singapore rig builder Sembcorp Marine's place in Hyundai Heavy Industries' (HHI's) shipbuilding venture with Saudi Arabian national oil company Saudi Aramco. Under the deal, all three parties, together with Aramco shipping affiliate Bahri, will build a shipbuilding complex in Saudi...
  • JNPT reports flat throughput after year of labour and congestion problems
    India's largest container port, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT), handled 4.48 million teu in 2015, representing growth of just 0.1% over the previous year. JNPT was beset by labour and congestion issues for much of the year. Figures from the Ministry of Shipping show India's largest container...
  • India pumps USD2.1 billion into major ports as throughput expands
    Investment in India's port infrastructure will reach USD2.1 billion in fiscal year 2015/16 and add 162 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of new capacity to the country's 12 largest ports, according to the country's Ministry of Shipping. "The focus is on improving the existing port...
  • Keppel and BG Group win Singapore LNG bunker licence
    Keppel Offshore & Marine (Keppel O&M) and BG Group have been jointly awarded the first issued licence by the port of Singapore to supply Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) bunkers.With the licence, the Singapore-based Keppel O&M and UK-based BG Group will establish a...
  • Cut old Capsizes by half or stay in the red, warns Drewry
    Dry bulk shipowners must cut half the Capesize capacity over 12 years old if they want to return to profitability within two years, is Drewry's assessment of an industry burdened by chronic overcapacity and falling demand.The London-based analyst said dry bulk shipping was facing a perfect...
  • First cyclone of the season forecast for Australia's Pilbara
    Ships are evacuating Australian Pilbara port of Dampier and Port Hedland in anticipation of the first cyclone of the season. Pilbara Ports Authority (PPA) issued a cyclone advice at 10:15 h local time on 28 January, announcing it had commenced evacuating the...

The Loadstarweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • Maersk diverts flagship Triple-E to London Gateway to escape logjam at Felixstowe
  • Sky darkens over an already gloomy air cargo market as pricing falls
  • Chance to have your say on government plan for a new tunnel under the Thames
  • Analysis: Can JB Hunt take advantage of an impressive balance sheet to deliver even more value?
  • UN panel backs banning lithium-ion battery shipments on passenger planes
  • Mombasa: process versus vested interest?

Marine Logweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • Vane takes delivery of first 4,200 hp tugboat in new series
  • Detyens awarded $11.4 million for T-AO 203 drydocking
  • Philly Shipyard lays keel for first of four for Kinder Morgan
  • AMP slams multiple errors in Jones Act report
  • Veth names Twin Disc distributor in select Asian markets
  • Incat Crowther cat now operating 21 mile Honduras route

World Wide Shipperweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • Port of Longview names Krehbiel interim chief executive officer
  • Community Partner Program renewed by Port of Port Angeles Commissioners
  • Weekly rail freight traffic tally drops by over 10 percent
  • Seattle Port Commission Oks energy/sustainability policy board
  • Alaska Airlines adding flight between Portland, Atlanta

Lloyd's Listweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • Shipowners have only themselves to blame
    The excess capacity of ships in most sectors comes from reckless disregard of economic fundamentals
  • European Commission backs voluntary places of refuge guidelines
    Non-binding code now available for member state adoption
  • ITF helps 'penniless' Seaman Guard Ohio crew as appeal is lodged
    ITF clarifies assistance as crew and guards lodge appeal against court decision
  • Australian LNG to head to Europe this year
    LNG fleet should get ready for new trade lane as Australian cargoes are set to be shipped very far
  • Banks tighten screws on offshore sector
    Leading lenders forecast more difficult financing environment for offshore players
  • Cyclone forces evacuation at Pilbara dry bulk terminals
    Tropical low pressure heading towards coast disrupts port operations
  • Kirby Corp results take a knock from marine transportation and diesel engine businesses
    Depressed commodity and crude prices hit both business segments
  • Rescue vessels attend stricken Modern Express as list worsens
    Ship continues eastward drift in Bay of Biscay towards France
  • Marseilles-Fos posts record year for container traffic
    Box volumes up 3.5% to mark third successive year of volume growth
  • New York/New Jersey braced for further delays
    Port authority expects a two- to three-day lag in getting cargoes through
  • Euronav reports $350m net profit for 2015
    Belgian tanker owner reports solid fourth quarter and an even stronger start to 2016
  • RCL takes slots on Wan Hai Lines new China-India service
    Thai carrier says new service to start in late February
  • Greek owners pledge that European tax assault will not topple them
    Veniamis calls heat from Brussels 'the height of hypocrisy'
  • Product tanker rates slide across most benchmark routes
    Ample tonnage availability and lacklustre gasoline and diesel markets weigh
  • Product tanker rates may be hit when tonnage switches from dirty to clean
    Hånell: More product tankers will likely switch back to carrying clean cargo in 2016
  • India's JNPT reports record container throughput for 2015
    The 4.48m teu figure for 2015 highest since port started operations
  • Indian authorities to invest $2.1bn on port initiatives
    Shipping ministry to award 30 port upgrading projects over 2015-2016 work year
  • Judicial manager to sell five Mercator Lines Singapore vessels to creditors
    Vessels scheduled for delivery by February 2016

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • CMA CGM, Iran Shipping Lines team up
  • Samskip bolsters Norway short-sea service
  • Oakland seeks 45-minute truck turns
  • Spot rates crimp Knight Transportation profit
  • APMT Pipavav's logs high single-digit traffic drop
  • MSC seals acquisition of Portugal state rail freight operator
  • Cosco targets March 1 for merger of CSCL fleet
  • India pours billions into growing ports
  • Third-quarter profit plunges at India's Gati Ltd.
  • Costamare defies charter market, posts profit increase
  • Never-completed container ships find work in wind power sector
  • Logistics operators intensify e-commerce focus in Thailand, China
  • Labor woes, congestion stifles growth at India's largest port
  • Industry searches for ways to comply with container weight rule

TradeWindsweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • ATB outlook looks uncertain for Kirby
    Tank-barge utilisation for oceangoing fleet remains high but term charters wane.
  • Listing Cido car carrier stabilises off France
    No water ingress but salvors still cannot safely board Modern Express.
  • Princess preps $450m renewal campaign
    Carnival subsidiary says programme involves ship renovations and 'product innovation'.
  • VLCC rates still down amid Korean spree
    Average VLCC rates sink 10% in one day but eastbound market shows better signs.
  • Exmar's profit falls on weaker rates
    The Nicolas Saverys-led company cites weak rates for small gas carriers.
  • Low prices not slowing US LPG exports
    Energy logistics firm notes bigger share of Asia's LPG market, but crude exports not viable.
  • Strong earnings drive up shipping stocks
    Costamare and GasLog Partners results aid stock prices with Euronav also on the rise.
  • Concordia in talks to settle $21m dispute
    Swedish owner attempts to resolve issues linked to 2012 grounding in Hudson River.
  • Concordia clocks up best year since 2001
    Chief executive Kim Ullman attributes higher profit to strong market and chartering strategy.
  • Wilson sells old mini-bulker for profit
    Oslo-listed owner disposes of 1979-built ship to Romanian company for $750,000.
  • Petrobras shakes up contract oversight
    As company cuts management jobs and improves compliance, single division to run all tenders.
  • GasLog MLP boosts payout on record profit
    LNG carrier owner hikes dividend thanks to strongest quarter ever; expects busy 2016.
  • Burke: Oil war of attrition is no game
    Ridgebury Tankers boss is not expecting oil producing nations to turn down the tap.
  • Yangzijiang acquires investment fund
    Singapore-listed shipbuilder takes over Chinese equity company for around $30m.
  • ITF slams victimisation of Mangouras
    Union says "innocent" Prestige captain should not be jailed again by Spain.
  • Glencore oil storage deal not the last
    Fearnleys says more ships could find similar work after Glencore said to have tied up four VLCCs.
  • Broken bulker to be scrapped on-site
    Towing and scuttling idea dropped as Mexico comes up with new plan for grounded Los Llanitos.
  • Golden Union linked to cape duo buyback
    Greek owner said to have paid more than $70m for two Hanjin-built bulkers which it cancelled last year.
  • Stolt Nielsen cautious on tanker oversupply
    Oslo-listed owner makes more in 2015 but commits to conservative management due to big global orderbook.
  • Korean yard losses tipped to narrow
    Analysts say HHI, DSME and Samsung to improve in Q4, but prospects still grim.
  • Euronav books best quarter since financial crisis
    Paddy Rodgers-led owner books first annual profit since 2010 with 2016 starting strongly.
  • Van Oord adds dredger at Dutch yard
    Owner signs up for new cutter suction vessel at Royal IHC.
  • CSSC Shipping adds bulker at group yard
    Chinese state shipbuilding group contracts 38,000-dwt ship for own account.
  • "Drastic" bulker scrapping needed as owners face perfect storm
    Drewry says profits could be achieved by 2018 if owners scrap half of all capesizes over 12 years old.
  • Indonesia seeking mini-LNG vessel
    Bidders may be forced to look to newbuildings due to shortage of vessels meeting bid's size criteria.
  • Mohammed Sharaf quitting DP World Group
    Dubai port giant to seek new CEO after veteran ends 23-year stay at company.
  • Swiber seeks backing to loosen bond covenants
    Singapore-listed offshore firm embarks on consent solicitation exercise to avoid potential breaches.
  • Kirby quarterly result misses estimates
    Barge operator sees results pulled downward by lower crude oil prices.
  • Desmi to appeal US ballast water rule
    US Coast Guard says life and death, not reproduction, standard for ballast treatment.
  • Singapore set for LNG bunkering from 2017
    Pavillion Gas and BG joint venture with Keppel emerge as successful bidders in licensing round.
  • Kirby results miss estimates
    The barge operator sees results pulled lower by lower crude oil prices.

American Shipperweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • COSCON asks FMC for simplified transfer of service contracts from China Shipping
  • Marseille Fos freight throughput rises 4.1% in 2015
  • APEC moves toward tariff cuts for green power products
  • Cogent Holdings reportedly for sale
  • Port of Oshawa sees volumes rise in 2015
  • U.S., Colombia enhance beef trade
  • Firm seeks authority to export LNG to Caribbean
  • Euronav reports strong growth in 2015
  • Ryder to use 15 LNG trucks for Shell Oil fleet
  • CBP seizes over 16,000 counterfeit hoverboards
  • C.H. Robinson adds airfreight screening in L.A. area
  • Shipco adds Taipei, Qingdao airfreight offices
  • Executive Moves: Port of Longview, DP World Group, ShipHawk and Port of Houston Authority
  • Port of Oakland to take financial hit from Ports America, TIL exit

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • CHINA DATA: Dec gasoil, fuel oil demand continue to fall, jet demand to rise
    Fall on fuel oil demand smaller than in November.
  • Tallink Grupp extends low sulfur marine fuel contract with Neste
    Deliveries have been 'fast, safe and on time'
  • FEATURE: North Sea crude arb moves hamper Baltic, North Sea Aframaxes
    Aframax market fighting back as arbitrage becomes tougher.
  • Cartagena's IFO 380 CST prices hit lowest price in 13 years on strong supplier competition
    Bunker fuel demand at Colombian port fell in January.

Sched Netweb site
  • DP World CEO Mohammed Sharaf, 54, 'retires' after 11 years in office
  • Global box ship fleet grows at slowest rate in 25 years: Alphaliner
  • Maersk Line's Samba service to drop Tilbury for London Gateway
  • CMA CGM inaugurates new strategic hub on Reunion Island
  • Across China, Yiwu-Madrid train jumpstarts economic engines
  • Philadelphia shortlists developers for Southport Marine Terminal Complex
  • ATA December Truck Tonnage Index up 1.1pc, rising 2.6pc in 2015
  • Canada to sign TPP, but may not ratify it, says new Liberal government
  • Amazon to create thousands of jobs in Europe in ongoing expansion
  • Singapore Changi Airport's 2015 cargo flat at 1.85 million tonnes
  • Cathay cuts expansion plans on encountering impasse with pilots union
  • DHL moves into larger facility next to Memphis International Airport
  • Etihad's smart air cargo dolly to keep freight cool on hot tarmac
  • Cargolux extends GDP certification for after passing surveillance audit

Exim Indiaweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • BCCI's conference discusses facilitative role of ports, shipping & logistics in "Make in India"
  • JN Port customers' meet discusses key issues
  • Port operations & further construction remain unaffected, says Adani
  • Caterpillar Cargo Solutions (India) successfully executes air freight charter project
  • CCEA approves hybrid annuity model for highway projects
  • DICT playing a crucial role in abating Delhi's air pollution
  • Mumbai hosting PPG Annual Conference next week
  • INR plunges further against dollar, hits 68.20

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Recovery - in part
  • RPA names industrial director
  • Green light for new bypass in Ireland
  • From supervisory to management board presidency
  • Iranian aircraft welcome again
  • DP World Group CEO retires
  • Compromise for European port services regulation
  • Kiel sets new rail loading record
  • Turnaround expert takes major stake in Adria Airways
  • Correction: Peter Whitfield, Neutral Air Partner
  • Germany hooks up to "Atlantic" railfreight corridor
  • London Gateway, I presume?
  • Prestigious award for ICTSI
  • Train handling on a large scale
  • ALC calls for road reform monitoring
  • Marseille on a rising tide
  • Cathay Pacific looking back and forward
  • New Japanese port company names first president
  • TNT recognized for good practices

IHS Maritimeweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • UK Chamber of Shipping warns against complacency over "recovery" seafarer stats
    The UK Chamber of Shipping has warned that positive new statistics on UK seafarer numbers should not "mask" the challenges facing UK shipping. The statistics, brought out by the UK's Department for Transport (DfT),...
  • Euronav bullish after highest quarterly result since 2008
    Antwerp-based tanker operator Euronav was in bullish mood today as it announced its best quarterly result since the third quarter of 2008 and predicted "further progress" in the current year. The operator, which issued a protest against what it saw as an unjustified fall in its share price earlier this month,...
  • Ezra Holdings at risk of liquidity crunch
    As oil prices continue to trend downwards and demand for offshore support vessels weakens, Ezra Holdings' asset values could continue to depreciate, putting it at risk of a liquidity crunch. This was the opinion of...
  • Optimised Schilling® twisted trailing edge rudder
    The improvement of energy efficiency in the global shipping industry is one of the sustainable goals of the Becker Marine Systems company. The world market leader for high-performance rudders is presenting a new rudder profile, the optimised Schilling® Twisted Trailing Edge (Schilling® TT) Rudder. Two years following the successful development of...
  • New records mark year of growth at Marseille Fos
    Container traffic was up by 3.5% to 1.22 million teu and by 4% in tonnage terms to 11.7MT - marking three consecutive years of growth when box volumes have increased by a cumulative 15% under the port's 'alternative southern gateway for Europe' strategy. The port authority said 2015 statistics confirmed...
  • WODCON XXI in Miami in June
    Join the Western Dredging Association (WEDA) in Miami this June as it hosts the 21st World Dredging Congress and Exposition (WODCON XXI). Considered the most important and anticipated event for dredging professionals worldwide, WODCONs are the only global event dedicated exclusively to dredging and maritime construction. The conference will take...
  • When dangers at sea draw the right attention
    At the launch of Seafarers Awareness Week in London, UK, last night, an event aimed at increasing the country's maritime personnel recruitment and retention, it was refreshing to see that the event's organiser, Seafarers...
  • Prestige master sentenced to two years in prison
    Spain's Supreme Court has sentenced the former master of the Prestige oil tanker to two years in prison for his role in the environmental disaster created by the loss of the vessel and its cargo off the northwest coast of Spain in...
  • New CEDA Environment Commission chairman
    Since October last year, CEDA's Environment Commission (CEC) has a new chair. Frederik Roose of the Maritime Access Division of the Flemish Ministry of Mobility and Public Works, Belgium succeeds Polite Laboyrie, Witteveen+Bos, the Netherlands, who has been chairing the CEC for 8 years and who moved on to CEDA...
  • Farstad Shipping to cut head office costs to combat weak market
    Farstad Shipping, the listed Norwegian offshore services vessel operator, says it has started a process with the aim of reducing administrative expenses at the group's head office in Aalesund. "The employees have today been informed about the process, which will conclude by the end of February 2016,"...
  • IOC takes two BW VLGCs on charter for two years
    As freight rates to ship LPG on very large gas carriers continue to head north, Indian Oil Corporation has reportedly fixed two VLGCs from BW Group for up to two years, brokers tell...
  • Lamprell takes Sembcorp Marine's place in HHI's venture with Saudi Aramco
    United Arab Emirates-based oil rig engineering service provider Lamprell Plc has taken Singapore rig builder Sembcorp Marine's place in Hyundai Heavy Industries' (HHI's) shipbuilding venture with Saudi Arabian national oil company Saudi Aramco. Under the deal, all three parties, together with Aramco shipping affiliate Bahri, will build a shipbuilding complex in Saudi...
  • JNPT reports flat throughput after year of labour and congestion problems
    India's largest container port, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT), handled 4.48 million teu in 2015, representing growth of just 0.1% over the previous year. JNPT was beset by labour and congestion issues for much of the year. Figures from the Ministry of Shipping show India's largest container...
  • India pumps USD2.1 billion into major ports as throughput expands
    Investment in India's port infrastructure will reach USD2.1 billion in fiscal year 2015/16 and add 162 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of new capacity to the country's 12 largest ports, according to the country's Ministry of Shipping. "The focus is on improving the existing port...
  • Keppel and BG Group win Singapore LNG bunker licence
    Keppel Offshore & Marine (Keppel O&M) and BG Group have been jointly awarded the first issued licence by the port of Singapore to supply Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) bunkers.With the licence, the Singapore-based Keppel O&M and UK-based BG Group will establish a...
  • Cut old Capsizes by half or stay in the red, warns Drewry
    Dry bulk shipowners must cut half the Capesize capacity over 12 years old if they want to return to profitability within two years, is Drewry's assessment of an industry burdened by chronic overcapacity and falling demand.The London-based analyst said dry bulk shipping was facing a perfect...
  • First cyclone of the season forecast for Australia's Pilbara
    Ships are evacuating Australian Pilbara port of Dampier and Port Hedland in anticipation of the first cyclone of the season. Pilbara Ports Authority (PPA) issued a cyclone advice at 10:15 h local time on 28 January, announcing it had commenced evacuating the...

The Loadstarweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • Maersk diverts flagship Triple-E to London Gateway to escape logjam at Felixstowe
  • Sky darkens over an already gloomy air cargo market as pricing falls
  • Chance to have your say on government plan for a new tunnel under the Thames
  • Analysis: Can JB Hunt take advantage of an impressive balance sheet to deliver even more value?
  • UN panel backs banning lithium-ion battery shipments on passenger planes
  • Mombasa: process versus vested interest?

Marine Logweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • Vane takes delivery of first 4,200 hp tugboat in new series
  • Detyens awarded $11.4 million for T-AO 203 drydocking
  • Philly Shipyard lays keel for first of four for Kinder Morgan
  • AMP slams multiple errors in Jones Act report
  • Veth names Twin Disc distributor in select Asian markets
  • Incat Crowther cat now operating 21 mile Honduras route

World Wide Shipperweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • Port of Longview names Krehbiel interim chief executive officer
  • Community Partner Program renewed by Port of Port Angeles Commissioners
  • Weekly rail freight traffic tally drops by over 10 percent
  • Seattle Port Commission Oks energy/sustainability policy board
  • Alaska Airlines adding flight between Portland, Atlanta

Lloyd's Listweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • Shipowners have only themselves to blame
    The excess capacity of ships in most sectors comes from reckless disregard of economic fundamentals
  • European Commission backs voluntary places of refuge guidelines
    Non-binding code now available for member state adoption
  • ITF helps 'penniless' Seaman Guard Ohio crew as appeal is lodged
    ITF clarifies assistance as crew and guards lodge appeal against court decision
  • Australian LNG to head to Europe this year
    LNG fleet should get ready for new trade lane as Australian cargoes are set to be shipped very far
  • Banks tighten screws on offshore sector
    Leading lenders forecast more difficult financing environment for offshore players
  • Cyclone forces evacuation at Pilbara dry bulk terminals
    Tropical low pressure heading towards coast disrupts port operations
  • Kirby Corp results take a knock from marine transportation and diesel engine businesses
    Depressed commodity and crude prices hit both business segments
  • Rescue vessels attend stricken Modern Express as list worsens
    Ship continues eastward drift in Bay of Biscay towards France
  • Marseilles-Fos posts record year for container traffic
    Box volumes up 3.5% to mark third successive year of volume growth
  • New York/New Jersey braced for further delays
    Port authority expects a two- to three-day lag in getting cargoes through
  • Euronav reports $350m net profit for 2015
    Belgian tanker owner reports solid fourth quarter and an even stronger start to 2016
  • RCL takes slots on Wan Hai Lines new China-India service
    Thai carrier says new service to start in late February
  • Greek owners pledge that European tax assault will not topple them
    Veniamis calls heat from Brussels 'the height of hypocrisy'
  • Product tanker rates slide across most benchmark routes
    Ample tonnage availability and lacklustre gasoline and diesel markets weigh
  • Product tanker rates may be hit when tonnage switches from dirty to clean
    Hånell: More product tankers will likely switch back to carrying clean cargo in 2016
  • India's JNPT reports record container throughput for 2015
    The 4.48m teu figure for 2015 highest since port started operations
  • Indian authorities to invest $2.1bn on port initiatives
    Shipping ministry to award 30 port upgrading projects over 2015-2016 work year
  • Judicial manager to sell five Mercator Lines Singapore vessels to creditors
    Vessels scheduled for delivery by February 2016

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • CMA CGM, Iran Shipping Lines team up
  • Samskip bolsters Norway short-sea service
  • Oakland seeks 45-minute truck turns
  • Spot rates crimp Knight Transportation profit
  • APMT Pipavav's logs high single-digit traffic drop
  • MSC seals acquisition of Portugal state rail freight operator
  • Cosco targets March 1 for merger of CSCL fleet
  • India pours billions into growing ports
  • Third-quarter profit plunges at India's Gati Ltd.
  • Costamare defies charter market, posts profit increase
  • Never-completed container ships find work in wind power sector
  • Logistics operators intensify e-commerce focus in Thailand, China
  • Labor woes, congestion stifles growth at India's largest port
  • Industry searches for ways to comply with container weight rule

TradeWindsweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • ATB outlook looks uncertain for Kirby
    Tank-barge utilisation for oceangoing fleet remains high but term charters wane.
  • Listing Cido car carrier stabilises off France
    No water ingress but salvors still cannot safely board Modern Express.
  • Princess preps $450m renewal campaign
    Carnival subsidiary says programme involves ship renovations and 'product innovation'.
  • VLCC rates still down amid Korean spree
    Average VLCC rates sink 10% in one day but eastbound market shows better signs.
  • Exmar's profit falls on weaker rates
    The Nicolas Saverys-led company cites weak rates for small gas carriers.
  • Low prices not slowing US LPG exports
    Energy logistics firm notes bigger share of Asia's LPG market, but crude exports not viable.
  • Strong earnings drive up shipping stocks
    Costamare and GasLog Partners results aid stock prices with Euronav also on the rise.
  • Concordia in talks to settle $21m dispute
    Swedish owner attempts to resolve issues linked to 2012 grounding in Hudson River.
  • Concordia clocks up best year since 2001
    Chief executive Kim Ullman attributes higher profit to strong market and chartering strategy.
  • Wilson sells old mini-bulker for profit
    Oslo-listed owner disposes of 1979-built ship to Romanian company for $750,000.
  • Petrobras shakes up contract oversight
    As company cuts management jobs and improves compliance, single division to run all tenders.
  • GasLog MLP boosts payout on record profit
    LNG carrier owner hikes dividend thanks to strongest quarter ever; expects busy 2016.
  • Burke: Oil war of attrition is no game
    Ridgebury Tankers boss is not expecting oil producing nations to turn down the tap.
  • Yangzijiang acquires investment fund
    Singapore-listed shipbuilder takes over Chinese equity company for around $30m.
  • ITF slams victimisation of Mangouras
    Union says "innocent" Prestige captain should not be jailed again by Spain.
  • Glencore oil storage deal not the last
    Fearnleys says more ships could find similar work after Glencore said to have tied up four VLCCs.
  • Broken bulker to be scrapped on-site
    Towing and scuttling idea dropped as Mexico comes up with new plan for grounded Los Llanitos.
  • Golden Union linked to cape duo buyback
    Greek owner said to have paid more than $70m for two Hanjin-built bulkers which it cancelled last year.
  • Stolt Nielsen cautious on tanker oversupply
    Oslo-listed owner makes more in 2015 but commits to conservative management due to big global orderbook.
  • Korean yard losses tipped to narrow
    Analysts say HHI, DSME and Samsung to improve in Q4, but prospects still grim.
  • Euronav books best quarter since financial crisis
    Paddy Rodgers-led owner books first annual profit since 2010 with 2016 starting strongly.
  • Van Oord adds dredger at Dutch yard
    Owner signs up for new cutter suction vessel at Royal IHC.
  • CSSC Shipping adds bulker at group yard
    Chinese state shipbuilding group contracts 38,000-dwt ship for own account.
  • "Drastic" bulker scrapping needed as owners face perfect storm
    Drewry says profits could be achieved by 2018 if owners scrap half of all capesizes over 12 years old.
  • Indonesia seeking mini-LNG vessel
    Bidders may be forced to look to newbuildings due to shortage of vessels meeting bid's size criteria.
  • Mohammed Sharaf quitting DP World Group
    Dubai port giant to seek new CEO after veteran ends 23-year stay at company.
  • Swiber seeks backing to loosen bond covenants
    Singapore-listed offshore firm embarks on consent solicitation exercise to avoid potential breaches.
  • Kirby quarterly result misses estimates
    Barge operator sees results pulled downward by lower crude oil prices.
  • Desmi to appeal US ballast water rule
    US Coast Guard says life and death, not reproduction, standard for ballast treatment.
  • Singapore set for LNG bunkering from 2017
    Pavillion Gas and BG joint venture with Keppel emerge as successful bidders in licensing round.
  • Kirby results miss estimates
    The barge operator sees results pulled lower by lower crude oil prices.

American Shipperweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • COSCON asks FMC for simplified transfer of service contracts from China Shipping
  • Marseille Fos freight throughput rises 4.1% in 2015
  • APEC moves toward tariff cuts for green power products
  • Cogent Holdings reportedly for sale
  • Port of Oshawa sees volumes rise in 2015
  • U.S., Colombia enhance beef trade
  • Firm seeks authority to export LNG to Caribbean
  • Euronav reports strong growth in 2015
  • Ryder to use 15 LNG trucks for Shell Oil fleet
  • CBP seizes over 16,000 counterfeit hoverboards
  • C.H. Robinson adds airfreight screening in L.A. area
  • Shipco adds Taipei, Qingdao airfreight offices
  • Executive Moves: Port of Longview, DP World Group, ShipHawk and Port of Houston Authority
  • Port of Oakland to take financial hit from Ports America, TIL exit

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JANUARY 28, 2016
  • CHINA DATA: Dec gasoil, fuel oil demand continue to fall, jet demand to rise
    Fall on fuel oil demand smaller than in November.
  • Tallink Grupp extends low sulfur marine fuel contract with Neste
    Deliveries have been 'fast, safe and on time'
  • FEATURE: North Sea crude arb moves hamper Baltic, North Sea Aframaxes
    Aframax market fighting back as arbitrage becomes tougher.
  • Cartagena's IFO 380 CST prices hit lowest price in 13 years on strong supplier competition
    Bunker fuel demand at Colombian port fell in January.

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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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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
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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
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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
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››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
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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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