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June 6, 2017
Sched Netweb site
  • ACP proposes lowering tolls for new panamax backhauls
  • DP World sets sights on minority stake in Russia's Fesco
  • US business leaders call on Trump to stick with NAFTA
  • Number of 15,000+ TEU box ships rises in May: Clarksons
  • Savannah sets new productivity standard, raising volumes 11.7pc
  • MOL wins R&D grant to develop autonomous ocean transport systems
  • Purolator speeds up US forwarding services from coast to coast in the US
  • Japanese Ship Owner's Association takes part in Ship Recycling Congress
  • ABC ships eROSITA X-ray telescope from Germany to Moscow
  • UPS to appeal US$247m fine for shipping counterfeit cigarettes in New York
  • Rising demand prompts Sky Gates Cargo to add B747-400F to fleet
  • DHL steps up air deliveries of Norwegian seafood exports
  • Lockheed Martin completes first freighter test flight successfully
  • Indian Customs in Mumbai seize 1.5kg gold smuggled from Dubai

Exim Indiaweb site
JUNE 5, 2017
  • Chinubhai Kalidass & Bros certified as Authorised Economic Operator
  • HMM's cargo processing soars at Busan Port
  • Liberian Registry wins Maritime Services Award for electronic oil record book
  • LNG carrier CESI Beihai delivered for SINOPEC LNG project
  • SCFI Asia-US rates up
  • Yang Ming commencing new service connecting China & South-East Asia
  • JNPT celebrates World Environment Day; conducts sapling drive
  • Krishnapatnam Port becomes first to introduce automated fertiliser handling system
  • Cotton crop for 2016-17 crop year maintained at 340.50 lakh bales
  • Valuation of supply under CGST Act, 2017 & Rules thereof
  • Former CBEC Chairman Najib Shah to be Chief Guest at South East CEO Conclave & Awards 2017 in Chennai

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Economy of scale now redefined?
  • IRU: EU road rules fail to bring clarity
  • Fevzi Gandur awarded for employees' environment
  • Former USAF secretary elected to Textron board
  • Southern China - Europe direct by rail
  • Projects in Corpus Christi continue
  • UPS increases services between Cologne and Spain
  • Elsen targeting EUR 100 million in 2018
  • Swiss intermodal provider invests in new traction
  • Port of Antwerp wants more links to Germany
  • Hamburg airfreight terminal turns one
  • Hiscock boosts Hunt & Palmer charter broking team
  • Port of Hamburg's Hungarian office turns 25
  • Switzerland continues ETS efforts
  • New intermodal service to Scandinavia
  • Rhenus ramping up business in Indonesia
  • Sunrise coming soon says Drewry

IHS Maritimeweb site
JUNE 5, 2017
  • Energy efficiency: is there a glass ceiling?
  • Polaris Shipping seeks advice on continuing Stellar Daisy search
  • Lower Japanese LPG imports cushioned by higher US volumes
  • Hyundai Samho HI in joint venture with Russia's Zvezda Shipbuilding

The Loadstarweb site
JUNE 5, 2017
  • Middle East air freight disruption looms as Qatar is blacklisted over 'terror links'
  • ULCVs will ply the transpacific trade, but the ports are not ready for them
  • Gatemore happy with new terms of DX Group takeover of Menzies Distribution
  • Fears of extra pressure on transport emission agreements after Trump turnaround
  • Panama Canal requests industry feedback on its proposed toll changes
  • Top courier spars with leading logistics firm over data
  • FTA names Elizabeth de Jong as its new director of policy

Marine Logweb site
JUNE 5, 2017
  • Gladding-Hearn delivers Circle Line sightseeing vessel
  • LNG a big part of plans for Russia's Zvezda shipyard
  • Magnetic robot eases underwater hull inspections
  • Stena Drilling cancels semi on order at SHI
  • Shipping reaffirms its commitment to cutting CO2 emissions
  • Devall Towing pushes ahead with Mitsubishi engines
  • MAN Diesel & Turbo and MM-Offshore agree to cooperate

Lloyd's Listweb site
JUNE 5, 2017
  • Eight days of strikes and go-slows to cripple Spain's ports
    Productivity slashed by up to 70% as unions add more strike days
  • Handysize bulker earnings hit three-month low on seasonal slowdown
    Port congestion in Indonesia could provide support to freight rates
  • US west coast faces major containership size upgrade
    Alliance reshuffle means the number of 13,000+ teu vessels from Asia has nearly doubled in 2017, putting pressure on terminals
  • Gener8 offloads VLCC ahead of what could be a brighter future with Frontline
    Two heads are better than one in an uncertain freight market
  • Saudi-Qatar rift sends owners and brokers into panic mode
    Potential closure of sea routes raises fears about movement of Qatari vessels and cargoes
  • Is Frontline's faith in tanker scrapping misplaced?
    Tanker giant has confidence scrapping will be big in 2017, but evidence thus far points to the contrary
  • A necessary merger
    Hapag-Lloyd's merger with UASC comes with risks as well as benefits
  • East African box trade on the rise
    New report says box numbers will surpass 4m teu by 2020, but region will continue to lag behind west of the continent
  • Rickmers keeps restructuring hopes alive
    Insolvency lawyer appointed as board seeks to work out new proposal for creditors
  • Greek Awards gear up for 14th year
    Three first-time judges feature in a strong panel that will once again support the integrity and credibility of the Lloyd's List awards

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JUNE 5, 2017
  • Simplified procedures to boost Russian rail volumes
  • Japan subsidizes port reefer cargo infrastructure
  • Rickmers eyes fresh restructuring to survive
  • Higher US freight demand boosts ODFL shipments, tonnage
  • JNPT moves closer to speedy import program goal
  • Hapag-Lloyd second carrier to levy booking cancellation fee

TradeWindsweb site
JUNE 5, 2017
  • Fujairah bunkers off limits to Qatari ships
    Notice from the harbour master sets stage for bunker prices to rise elsewhere.
  • ISH targets July to emerge from Chapter 11 as Seacor unit
    Johnsen family-led shipping group to join Charles Fabrikant's diversified empire.
  • Qatar ban raises questions for LNG cargoes
    Will Arab nations' decision to cut ties affect tonne-mile equation for some LNG importers?
  • Shell sets Forcados loadings for June
    But restart of major Nigerian export terminal doing little to lift suezmax rates.
  • Cyber crime reporting site set up
    Shipping industry gets its own portal to exchange information and learn about cyber threats.
  • RAL boxship damaged by iceberg
    Greenlandic vessel to be inspected after incident off Nanortalik.
  • Uy raises $80m with Phoenix stake sale
    Philippines shipowner to pump money into resort project after disposal of 25% in oil company.
  • Finland buys 3% stake in Konecranes
    Finnish state-owned investment vehicle Solidium, whose remit is to bolster ownership in nationally important enterprises, has spent EUR 93m ($104.1m) to acquire a 3% stake in crane manufacturer Konecranes. "Konecranes is an excellent addition to Solidium's portfolio, with strong market positions and superior technological know-how," Solidium managing director Antti Makinen told the Finnish Arvopa
  • Uy plots upgrades, fuel deals after IPO
    Philippines tycoon will unify his shipping empire following Manila listing.
  • MSC Cruises eyes STX France blocking stake
    Gianluigi Aponte says he wants to prevent Fincantieri exporting technology and prioritising Italian yards after takeover.
  • Crew tied up on product tanker
    Armed robbers escape with cash after raid on ship off Indonesia.
  • Iraqi shipments hit six-month high
    Tankers boosted by upturn in exports from Opec country in May.
  • HMM's Asia-US volumes jump 67%
    Cooperation with Maersk and MSC boosts cargoes in April, Korean owner said.
  • Swiss government writes off $220m on SCL ship sales
    UPDATE: Landlocked country paying for guarantees given to owner's four tankers and nine MPPs.
  • Fredriksen succession plan "ready"
    But tycoon says handing over his empire could take 10 to 15 years.
  • Bahri to inject $139m into Aramco yard
    Saudi tanker owner will become the third largest shareholder in the region's joint shipbuilding project.
  • Rickmers launches renewed survival fight
    Owner forms new creditor committee, vowing to keep operating after insolvency filing.
  • FMC seeks input on 'job-killing' rules
    US maritime agency launched comment request as part of Trump administration push.
  • BW LPG buys shares for stock options
    Oslo-listed VLGC owner to reward execs with $550,000 hand-out.
  • Hyundai Samho teams up with new Zvezda yard
    Korean shipbuilder forms joint venture with Russian plant to cooperate on ship design and marketing.
  • Stena Drilling cancels semi-sub newbuilding
    Samsung Heavy Industries left with another drilling unit on its hands after owner walks away.
  • SGX and port "possible" terrorist targets
    Singapore government says threat remains at highest level in Lion Republic in recent years.
  • Commerzbank returns covered bond licence
    German ship finance bank says it has not issued securities under Pfandbriefe for six years.

American Shipperweb site
JUNE 5, 2017
  • ITC reviews duty-free effects of Mexico, Canada imports
    The U.S. International Trade Commission has started an investigation into the probable effects of providing duty-free treatment to currentl...
  • U.S. trade deficit widens in April
    The U.S. Department of Commerce reported the nation's trade deficit in goods and services totaled $47.6 billion in April, a 5.2 percent inc...
  • DP World: Joint blockchain trial between Australia and China a success
    Port operator DP World Australia, logistics provider DB Schenker, German shipping company Hamburg Sud and wine producer IUS have successful...
  • UPS opens healthcare logistics facility in Colombia
    UPS has opened a new healthcare-dedicated facility in Colombia to serve the growing pharmaceutical, biopharma and medical device industry i...
  • Canadian forestry companies offered government aid
    The Canadian government will provide C$867 million in aid to the country's forestry industry as it battles U.S. countervailing duty measure...
  • FAA fines United for non-airworthy plane
    The Federal Aviation Administration has proposed a $435,000 civil penalty against United Airlines for allegedly operating a plane that was ...
  • Report: Port of Itajai closed for bad weather
    Brazil's Itajai port has been closed for over a week due to bad weather, according to reports from multiple news outlets. Strong winds and...
  • Panama Canal to modify tolls, decrease containership rates
    The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has put forth a proposal for modifications to its current toll structure that could ultimately lower rates...
  • MPC Container Ships purchases additional vessels
    MPC Container Ships has purchased two 2,834-TEU vessels, in addition to the seven vessels it bought in May . The vessels, sister-ships Car...

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JUNE 5, 2017
  • Oil falls after four Middle East states cut ties with Doha
    Oil futures weakened Monday after Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain and Egypt broke diplomatic ties with Qatar over allegations it supports terrorism, with ICE August Brent settling 48 cents lower at $49.47/b.
  • Durban bunker indications weaken amid improving supply
    Sources pegged 380 CST fuel oil at Durban at $344-$345/mt delivered Monday, down from Friday's close of $346/mt and an almost three-month high of $350/mt June 1. The last time the price reached this level was March 13.
  • INTERVIEW: Clean Marine targets 200-250 scrubbers in marine sales by 2020
    Scrubbers demand will also grow as credit availability eases and new players enter the market.
  • TANKERS: Bosporus to close due to Yacht race
    Delays through the straits are currently estimated at two days northbound and two days southbound, according to shipping agents.
  • External: Wired Bunkering
  • ANALYSIS: Qatar diplomatic crisis not seen impacting oil, LNG shipping
    - No impact seen so far on crude co-loading - Oil, LNG shipping via Suez Canal unlikely to be impacted
  • FUTURES: Crude higher on Falih comments; US rig count jump weighs
  • OPEC to assess need for deep oil output cuts in July: Saudi's Falih
    Falih was optimistic that the deal struck between OPEC and non-OPEC producers May 25 would begin to start bearing fruit by the end of June.
  • Iran's NITC hopes to renew oil tanker fleet: report
    NITC is looking to expand activities in LPG and petrochemical shipments

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FROM THE HOME PAGE
Ports of Italy: The issue of competences divides the reform
Rome
At the Confitarma conference, Rixi defends the new national control room, while experts and operators ask for clarity on the relationships with the AdSPs and on the resources of the new company.
The maritime sector is divided between cautious support and criticism over the EU ETS review.
Brussels/Washington/
Copenhagen/Piraeus/Rotterdam
Yet another attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A tanker was hit and abandoned by the crew.
ECSA considers the proposed revision of the EU ETS to be a first step, but many others should follow.
Brussels
Raptis: It's a good idea to allocate system revenues at EU and national levels to support sustainable fuels.
ESPO: No to lowering the EU ETS application threshold from 5,000 to 400 GRT vessels.
Brussels
Appreciation for measures aimed at reducing evasive ship calls
T&E welcomes some new proposals from Brussels for the EU maritime ETS
Brussels
The association is more critical of the measures studied by the EU Commission for the aviation sector
For Assarmatori, the Commission's proposal on the EU ETS is timid, while more courageous measures were expected
Brussels
EU Maritime ETS: The European Commission partially accepts shipowners' requests.
Brussels
A new €110 million fund for clean fuels, non-permanent exemptions extended to 2035, an IMO deduction mechanism, and crackdowns on "evasive" transshipment ports.
Another ship was hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Tampa
US Marines conducted an inspection aboard a sanctioned oil tanker
Port of Gioia Tauro: First connection of a large container ship to the cold ironing system
Gioia Tauro
The ship "MSC Mirja" powered with a total power of approximately seven MW
In the second quarter of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2%.
Antwerp
Dry bulk volumes recovered and rolling stock increased. Other sectors declined.
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new quarterly and half-year container traffic records
Hong Kong
US forces struck the VLCC Belma sailing towards Iran's Kharg Island.
Tampa
It is operated by the Emirati Max Maritime Solutions which is subject to US sanctions
In May, freight traffic in the port of Genoa was stable, while in Savona-Vado it decreased
Genoa
In the first five months of 2026, containers amounted to 1,199,914 TEUs (-2.8%), of which 999,228 (-1.4%) and 200,686 (-9.2%) were handled by the two ports respectively.
Turkey's GIH acquires Royal Caribbean's stakes in Kusadasi and Lisbon cruise terminals
Istanbul
Shareholdings rose to 99.99% and 60% respectively
In the first half of the year, Russian ports handled 451.5 million tons of cargo (+5.8%)
St. Petersburg
Record traffic in the second quarter
Trump backtracks on 20% tax on ships passing through Hormuz under US protection
Trump backtracks on 20% tax on ships passing through Hormuz under US protection
Washington/Southampton/Rotterdam
Meanwhile, another tanker, the "Stolt Magnesium", was hit by a missile near Oman
European shipowners call for permanent derogations from the EU maritime ETS after 2030
Brussels
Exemptions for connections with islands and outermost regions, for polar class vessels, for transnational public service obligations and for search and rescue activities
The rail sector is calling for recognition of its contribution to decarbonisation in the EU ETS review.
Brussels
Two VLCCs operated by the UAE's ADNOC were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
Abu Dhabi/Tampa
US Central Command announces reinstatement of blockade on maritime traffic in and out of Iranian ports
Trump announces a tax on goods passing through the Strait of Hormuz protected by the US
Washington/Portsmouth
Expected to be equal to 20% of the value of the transported loads
Six-monthly vessel traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore increased by +3.7%
Port Klang
In the second quarter of this year alone, a decrease of -0.5% was recorded
In May, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +15.0%
Cairo
In the first five months of 2026, 5,696 ships passed through the port (+12.7%)
OOCL records sharp increase in containers carried by its fleet
Hong Kong
In the April-June quarter, revenues generated by this activity grew by +19.8%
Strait of Hormuz, a container ship was attacked near the coast of Oman
Muscat/Portsmouth/New Delhi/Tampa
Fire on board. One crew member missing. 23 other sailors rescued.
At the port of Marseille-Fos, general cargo traffic is increasing while bulk cargo is decreasing.
Marseille
In the first half of 2026, cruise passengers increased by +5%
The Swedish government is calling for the EU maritime ETS to be extended to more vessels.
Stockholm
Stockholm stresses the need for the ETS to remain a pillar of EU climate policy
Assiterminal will bring the issues of concession fees, investments and intermodality to the attention of politicians.
Genoa
Proposal to grant a concession fee discount to terminals that increase rail traffic
Pirate attacks on ships continue to decline
London
In the first half of this year, 38 accidents occurred compared to 90 in the first six months of 2025.
There are still six thousand sailors trapped in the Strait of Hormuz region
London
Dominguez (IMO): I remain confident that the evacuation plan can be resumed
A study highlights the significant costs and counterproductive effects of the application of the EU ETS to maritime connections with western Sicily
Palermo
For the Naples-Palermo and Genoa-Palermo routes the annual cost varies between 2.9 million and 19.9 million euros.
Fincantieri to build third ultra-luxury cruise ship for Four Seasons Yachts
Trieste
The unit will be built in the Ancona plant and will be delivered in 2031
Fermerci urges the search for resources to support rail freight transport.
Rome
Paper: from the remodulation of the PNRR we expect that resources will finally be allocated to compensate for the damages that operators are suffering
Another tanker hit by a drone in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The device caused limited structural damage
New attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A tanker was hit by a shell which started a fire
Evergreen founder's son investigated for insider trading
Taipei
He was released on bail today
ECSA: Shipping receives a cut of its EU maritime ETS payments.
Brussels
Italy, ranked third in Europe, earns €669-787 million. Only France and Estonia allocate a specific portion of this revenue to the maritime sector.
Fincantieri acquires Next Geosolutions, WSense, Graal Tech, and Defcomm to develop the underwater segment
Trieste
The first phase of operations involves an outlay of approximately 600 million euros
A new attack on a ship in the Red Sea raises alarm over a possible resumption of Houthi actions.
Portsmouth
The accident occurred 30 nautical miles southwest of the port of Hodeidah
The Regional Administrative Court (TAR) has accepted the appeal for the annulment of the environmental impact assessment decree for the Fiumicino tourist and cruise port.
Rome
The project - explains the ruling - although speaking of a "prevalent" recreational function, actually foresees a very significant cruise component.
Transport & Environment calls for the introduction of national cruise taxes and further EU measures to mitigate their impact
Brussels
Assiterminal's proposals for amending the Ports Bill focus on port work
Genoa
According to the association, the distinction between port operations and services must be overcome
Assologistica and Assoporti also request changes to Porti d'Italia Spa.
Rome
Both associations highlight the central role of the Port System Authorities
Peruvian judiciary rules that COSCO's private port of Chancay must be subject to public oversight
File
The corrections proposed by Confitarma, ANCI, the Port Authorities and the Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) to the port governance reform
Rome
AP Møller Holding to acquire Norwegian ship leasing company Ocean Yield
Copenhagen/London/Oslo
Holds interests in a fleet of more than 70 cargo vessels
CMA CGM to Invest $1.4 Billion to Buy FedEx Supply Chain
Memphis/Marseille
The American company has nearly 10,000 employees
Brittany Ferries announces plan to scale back operations
Roscoff
The company reports that the difficulties caused by the Covid pandemic and unfair competition have been compounded by the effects of the EU ETS.
ITF and JNG agree to maintain the designation of the Strait of Hormuz as a Warlike Operations Area until July 9
London
It provides seafarers with greater protection and more adequate compensation
Assiterminal highlights the difficulty of placing Porti d'Italia, as proposed by the government, within the Italian port system and within Community law.
Rome
Cargo traffic at Chinese seaports fell by -0.4% in May
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.5 million TEUs (+2.9%)
The administrative process for the new Port Master Plan for Augusta has begun.
Augusta
TiL (MSC Group) acquires 49% stake in Indian port of Vizhinjam
Mumbai
The stake was sold by Adani Ports for $1.4 billion
Hanseatic Global Terminals (Hapag-Lloyd Group) to acquire 20% of Eurogate Container Terminal Hamburg
Hamburg
The German shipping group will also increase its stake in the Moroccan Tanger Alliance
La Spezia is among the Italian ports that are most increasing their connections to container shipping lines.
Geneva
Among the other main national airports, Vado Ligure and Ravenna are losing connections
Spanish shipowners call for EU maritime ETS revenues to be reinvested in shipping
Madrid
Boluda: Spanish companies will inject over five billion euros into the system by 2030
Middle Eastern Gulf Cooperation Council states call for freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
Middle Eastern Gulf Cooperation Council states call for freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
Manama
Rejected any toll, tax or attempt to exercise control over the Strait
IMO suspends evacuation operations for ships awaiting transit through the Strait of Hormuz
London/Taipei
Evergreen says its container ship was hit while following the UKMTO-recommended route.
Four entities pre-qualified for the concession of the cargo terminals of the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk
Gdansk
These are APM Terminals, Mariner/TAS, Yilport Holding and AD Ports/SKF Holdings UK
New attack on a ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The container ship Ever Lovely was hit by a shell off the coast of Oman.
In 2025, 1,478 containers were lost at sea out of a total of 280 million transported by ships
Washington
On January 1st, the IMO regulation came into force which makes reporting of boxes lost at sea mandatory
BIMCO and ICS' latest report on the maritime workforce raises alarm over officer shortages
London/Bagsværd
In 2026, there will be a shortage of 39,100 STCW certified officers.
In 2025, intermodal traffic handled by Kombiverkehr decreased by -13.5%
Frankfurt am Main
Annual revenues down 8.3%
The government's proposal to update the rules on port governance raises more than one doubt
Rome
Costa: The lack of infrastructure planning cannot be solved with a joint stock company
MSC Cruises and Meyer Werft have not yet signed contracts for four new cruise ships plus two options.
Papenburg/Geneva
The companies expressed confidence that they could successfully conclude negotiations in the coming weeks.
The LSCI index of Italy's connection to the global network of containerized maritime services continues to grow.
The LSCI index of Italy's connection to the global network of containerized maritime services continues to grow.
Geneva
In the second quarter of 2026 it was equal to 290.0 (+2.3%)
AD Ports has completed the acquisition of an 81% stake in Global Feeder Shipping.
Abu Dhabi
In 2025, the company's ships carried 2.8 million containers
An evacuation plan has been established for ships still waiting to transit the Strait of Hormuz.
London/Muscat
Dominguez (IMO): The operation will be carried out in close cooperation with Iran, Oman, all other coastal states in the region, the USA and the maritime industry
Carnival Cruise Line Reports Record Revenue for March-May Quarter
Carnival Cruise Line Reports Record Revenue for March-May Quarter
Miami
Fuel costs rise to near-record levels in 2022
Reducing navigation speed and optimizing port calls are the key to decarbonizing shipping
Copenhagen
A new study by the Global Maritime Forum highlights this.
ECSA and A4E reiterate the need to allocate EU ETS revenues to the decarbonisation of ships and aircraft
Brussels
Essential to bridge the price gap between sustainable and conventional fuels
AD Ports' new bid to gain control of Egypt's ALCN rejected
Cairo
A new proposal worth approximately $580 million has been submitted.
John Denholm is the new president of the International Chamber of Shipping
Rome
He succeeds Emanuele Grimaldi, who has completed his four-year term
Falteri (Federlogistica) has been co-opted into the Board of the European Logistics Association
Genoa
International collaboration protocol on integrated logistics with ACLI Terra
GCC urges international community to protect maritime transport against Houthi threats
Riyadh
Reaction to the announcement of a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia
Fincantieri signs agreement in Qatar for operational management of the Training and Simulation Centre.
Trieste
The center is intended for the training of naval personnel of the Qatari Navy.
Over 770 kilos of cocaine seized at the port of Vado Ligure
Savona
Once released on the market, the drug would have ensured criminal organizations profits of 250 million euros.
Wärtsilä records sharp increase in new order value in second quarter
Helsinki
Net turnover decreased by -2%
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build six 13,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
Contract valued at over $1.2 billion
The toll of attacks on ships in the Black Sea worsens
Odessa
Ten dead on board a ship leaving the port of Odessa
Today a new attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The product tanker Kavomaleas of the Greek company Dynacom Tankers Management caught fire
Confitarma disappointed by the Commission's proposal to revise the EU ETS
Rome
Zanetti: The notable absentee is the competitiveness of the Italian and European shipping industry.
ALIS: Commission's proposals on the EU ETS are positive, but serious issues remain.
Rome
MIT adopts cold ironing guidelines
Rome
The aim is to ensure clear, uniform and transparent criteria for all Port System Authorities.
In the first half of the year, cruise traffic at GPH port terminals grew by +10.1%
Istanbul
In the second quarter alone the increase was +2.8%
Western Liguria Port Authority approves 2026 budget update
Genoa
Assiterminal clarifies its doubts about the responsibilities assigned to Porti d'Italia Spa.
Genoa
ABB buys British Rotork
Zurich/London
The Bath-based company specializes in flow control and industrial automation.
Central Adriatic Port Authority refinances €100 million from the Infrastructure Decree
Ancona
The funds concern seven strategic interventions of the port system
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles increased by 3.4% in the first half of 2026.
Los Angeles
In the second quarter, growth was +11.5%
IMO and ITF call for an end to attacks on seafarers and transport workers
London
Resurgence of incidents in the Black Sea, Sea of Azov and the Strait of Hormuz region
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 0.2% in the second quarter of 2026.
Hong Kong
An increase of +6.5% was recorded in June
Uiltrasporti is strongly opposed to the establishment of Porti d'Italia Spa
Rome
Verzari and Gulli: the AdSPs must be coordinated by a public body that can protect port workers
CMPort sets new monthly, quarterly and half-yearly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the first half of 2026, 78.3 million were moved (+4.6%)
In the first half of this year, the port of Singapore handled 22.7 million containers (+4.7%)
Singapore
Historic record for half-year bunker sales
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 10.3% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
Growth of +1.7% was recorded in the first half of 2026
The new board of directors of Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane has been appointed.
Rome
Tommaso Tanzilli confirmed as president. Gianpiero Strisciuglio is the new CEO.
Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for completion of dredging activities
Gioia Tauro
The expected duration of the contract is 60 days
In the first half of 2026, cargo traffic in Turkish ports was 279.1 million tonnes (+1.5%)
Ankara
Cargoes with Italy alone amounted to 23.4 million tons (-2.5%)
The first steel cutting of the Carnival Destiny cruise ship.
Monfalcone
Fincantieri and Carnival celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of their collaboration
NatPower Marine acquires Aqua superPower to accelerate the electrification of ports and marinas
Monk
It operates the largest international network of electric charging points in Europe.
European Logistics Observatory established
Brussels
The aim is to strengthen the competitiveness, resilience and sustainability of European logistics.
Agreement reached at Mimit with JSW to relaunch the Piombino steelworks
Rome/Livorno
Gariglio: Strengthening integration between port docks and industrial areas
Agreement between Fincantieri and the Croatian shipyards Brodotrogir Cruise and Iskra Shipyard
Trieste
Initiative within the framework of the two-corvette program promoted by the Croatian Ministry of Defence
Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL return to quarterly revenue growth
Keelung/Taipei
Four consecutive quarters of decline behind us
Project for a direct rail link between the port of Gioia Tauro and the Interporto D'Abruzzo
Pescara
PSA Genova Pra', the state of agitation has been lifted following the successful completion of the cooling procedure.
Genoa
Tax fraud on labor in the logistics sector
Milan
€28 million seized from four Milanese companies
ZPMC Delivers New Ultra-High Wind-Resistant Port Cranes
Shanghai
The world's tallest rail-mounted reach stackers for empty containers have also been built.
Peninsula and Itochu form joint venture to supply ammonia bunkering to European ports
Gibraltar
The initiative in response to the growing demand for zero-carbon fuels
Konecranes announced its entry into Japan
Helsinki/Tokyo
Acquisition of 70% of Mitsubishi Electric FA Industrial Products
Saipem wins $2 billion contract in Indonesia
Milan
Seven IMO regional coordinators have been introduced who will provide technical support to the organisation's Member States.
London
Jadrolinija has inaugurated its new fast maritime service Ancona-Zadar
Ancona/Zara
It provides five departures per week and a crossing of approximately four hours.
Hapag-Lloyd to reorganize services in the Adriatic
Hamburg
The port of Ancona, removed from the ADX line, will continue to be served by the IAS service
Eleven nominations for the eighteenth edition of the ESPO Award
Brussels
This year's theme is dual-use port-city projects
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Jotun COSCO Marine Coatings signs agreement with COSCO Shipping Bulk for 125 new vessels
Sandefjord
Advanced hull performance solutions will be implemented
Maersk issues first order for new containers produced in India
Copenhagen
Local production has been stimulated by the introduction of incentives
Last May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +3.4%
Ravenna
An increase of +10.6% is expected in June
Sardinia's Port Authority spent approximately €157 million in PNRR funds
Cagliari
Achievement of the targets expected by June 30, 2026
Hannibal will inaugurate a new intermodal service from Melzo to Rotterdam Europoort on July 8th.
Melzo
Six weekly trains are scheduled that will be able to carry up to 38 cargo units
PSA to build and operate container terminal at Vietnam's Lach Huyen port
Singapore
Agreement with Lach Huyen International Logistics & Industrial Park
Sandro Bucchioni and Andrea Fontana confirmed as presidents of the La Spezia freight forwarders and maritime agents.
La Spezia
New two-year mandate
Konecranes has acquired the nuclear and port services segment of Spain's Coapsa.
Hyvinkää
The company has an annual turnover of approximately four million euros.
PSA Italy presented its 2025 Sustainability Report
Genoa
The document highlights, among other things, the employment data and the economic impact on the territory
The Central-Northern Adriatic Port Authority confirms the completion of the projects financed by the PNRR
Ravenna
Mirco Carloni has taken office as president of the Central Adriatic Port System Authority.
Ancona
The Grimaldi Group has taken delivery of the new PCTC Grande Oriente
Naples
It will be placed on the Asia-Europe route
Port of La Spezia: 60 Sea Log workers rehired by other port companies
La Spezia
Pisano (AdSP): very satisfied with the positive conclusion of this dispute
The Central Adriatic Port Authority announces that it has achieved its objectives under the PNRR
Ancona
The funds coming from the plan financed by the European Union amounted to 39.6 million euros
A workshop on cold ironing and related risks and insurance solutions will be held in London.
London
Rossi (ADVANT-Nctm): effective infrastructure development must necessarily take into account legal and insurance aspects
Fincantieri signs an agreement in Albania for shipbuilding training.
Trieste
Skills development for the growth of the new Pashaliman naval industrial hub
Reorganization of ro-pax traffic areas in the port of Catania
Catania
Ferries will no longer be moored on the central jetty or along the eastern breakwater
Maersk raises fiscal 2026 forecast
Copenhagen
Continued growth in demand for containerized shipping and increased spot rates
Green light for the awarding of railway shunting services in the ports of Savona and Vado
New trucking area in the port of Genoa
The Italian Ports Association will hold its assembly in Naples on Wednesday.
Rome
The discussion on port governance reform will be at the heart of the proceedings.
Registration for seafarers' registers is now open to non-EU citizens residing in Italy.
Genoa
Vidotto (Foundation of the Italian Merchant Marine Academy): a step towards civilization
Project to build shipyard in Tartous port expected to accelerate
Damascus
Meeting between a delegation from Kuzey Star Shipyard and the leaders of the Syrian General Authority for Ports and Customs
Port of Gioia Tauro: Work to reactivate hauling and launching operations has been completed.
Gioia Tauro
These operations had been at a standstill since 2024
The conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will take place in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
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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Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will be held in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
It is organized by the Casa America ETS Foundation and the Western Liguria Port Authority
The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.
Rome
Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Govt does not interfere in port management appointments - Loke
(Bernama)
World's first floating fusion reactor-powered vessel could become reality with new project
(Interesting Engineering)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
In Spain, €11.8 million in eco-incentives have been allocated for the use of motorways of the sea.
Madrid
163,672 shipments made by 32 companies subsidized
ABB has signed an agreement to buy Norwegian marine automation company Høglund.
Zurich
The Tønsberg-based company's integrated automation system is currently installed on over 600 vessels.
Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for the redevelopment of the ro-ro docks
Gioia Tauro
Worth 5.6 million euros, the works will last 210 days
Grimaldi confirms the important role of the port of Catania in its strategies
Catania
The aim is to increase services and make existing ones even more efficient.
Annual growth of +6% in cruise traffic and +2% in ferry traffic is expected in the Adriatic
Venice
It is the only Mediterranean region to have recorded a decline in cruises in the period 2019-2025
PSA Padova established to develop and manage the Padua intermodal terminal
Padua
The shareholders of Interporto Padova and Padova Hall have approved the merger plan
The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.
Rome
Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.
Spediporto has opened its own representative office in Hong Kong
Genoa
Giachero: the opening of this desk is also an opportunity for young people
Arcese, Conti and Cosulich establish a company for the port logistics of finished vehicles
Livorno
HMM orders eight bulk carriers and two gas carriers
Seoul
Investment of approximately 1.1 billion dollars
MPC Container Ships has purchased four 7,000 TEU containerships built between 2023 and 2024.
Oslo
Investment of 340 million dollars
FedEx posts record quarterly and annual revenue
Memphis
Total revenues in fiscal year 2026 amounted to $94.7 billion (+7.7%)
Geopolitical uncertainty has become the main risk for shipping
Munich
Evergreen purchases 140,500 new containers in China
Taipei
Investments totaling $358.9 million
Yesterday, the Strait of Hormuz was crossed by 42 commercial vessels
Paris
For the first time since the beginning of the conflict, several LNG tankers entered the Persian Gulf
Memorandum of Understanding for the Launch of Drone Use in the Port of Palermo
Palermo
Submission of the request for the establishment of U-Space
Saipem wins new $1 billion offshore contract in Angola
Milan
It was awarded by Azule Energy for the Greater PAJ project
Port of Ancona: Dredging work has begun on the seabed of quay 22.
Ancona
Approximately six thousand cubic meters of sediment will be removed
Confitarma welcomes clarifications regarding ship waste collection management.
Rome
The need for uniform application of the legislation throughout the country was highlighted.
The Tuscan Cooperation Development Fund invests in Uniport Livorno.
Livorno
Operation for a total of 880 thousand euros carried out together with co-investor Coopfond
Fit-Cisl, recognizing dock work as arduous is a priority
Genoa
Pagnotta: This is not a corporate claim, but a question of social justice.
Hupac increases weekly rotations between Antwerp and Busto Arsizio via France to four.
Noise
Two additional departures of the intermodal service introduced
From July, the tariff for naval transit through the Turkish Straits will increase by +14.9%.
Istanbul
It will be raised to $6.70 per net tonne
Fincantieri and Republikorp sign agreement to build multipurpose naval vessels in Indonesia.
Paris
The establishment of a joint venture is planned
Study on the divergences between the EU Ship Recycling Regulation and the Hong Kong Convention
Brussels/London
It has been published by ECSA and ICS
The 2026-2028 POT of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority has been approved.
Gioia Tauro
Approval also granted to the 2026 budget forecast variation and to the update of the Port's Staffing Plan.
Autonomous Navigation: ABS, Polaris Shipping, HHI, and AVIKUS Sign Agreement
Athens
It will be tested on a VLOC under certain low-risk conditions
Tomorrow in Sant'Agnello (Naples) the inauguration event of the Italy Branch of The Nautical Institute
London
The topics of discussion will include energy transition in the maritime industry, maritime education and training.
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