BRIEFS

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07 June 2025 - Year XXIX

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BRIEFS

June 14, 2017

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Maersk Line announces Qatar cargo bookings can now resume Services to Qatar are suspended by Cosco Shipping Sign of a thaw, China and Singapore cooperate on 'Belt and Road' US retail imports expected to reach record highs despite slow growth China exports increase 8.7pc in May, up 8pc the previous month Felixstowe sets a new record handling 20,568-TEU Madrid Maersk Indonesia's Patimban port looks set to commence operations by 2019 JSW Infra leading bidder for APMT stake in Gujarat Pipavav port DPW, DB Schenker, Hamburg Sud pull off Oz-China blockchain trial Britain freight lobby urges May to forget full Brexit and remain Chennai port gains from rail push but new threat looms ahead Iran starts Doha airlift to supply beleaguered Qatar food and water EU blocks Bangladeshi cargo unless first screened for explosives Turkish Cargo aims to be in top five pharma carriers by 2023

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JUNE 13, 2017
Container shipping industry debt showing declining trend, says special report Safmarine launches Online Quote Form to make booking shipments faster Shreyas Shipping and Logistics & Suzue Corporation, Japan sign Joint Venture agreement WISTA International & Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers sign MoU to support professional education for women in the maritime industry Acceptance of late charges (section 46 of Customs Act, 1962)/amendment fees by JNCH on 24 x 7 basis Alonso Group's Barcelona Multipurpose Intermodal Terminal inaugurated Cochin Port Trust facilitating enquiry into collision incident Ministry of Railways to close traffic on Dhanbad-Chandrapura section from June 15 Exemption from drawal of samples for the purpose of grant of drawback to AEO certificate holders Govt emphasises that GST will roll-out on July 1

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Nearly every drop of fuel transported by rail Moving milk from the pampas Brazil Palletways welcomes Wandt APL closing ties between India and the Med Port of Guadeloupe banking on next generation Panalpina pushes focus of digitalization Cosco's new stake in Noatum Ports Aeroflot simplifies customs declarations Elisa Mikkolainen named Meriaura MD Box trucking service set up in Wilhelmshaven Prestigious award for Duisport boss Staake Emirates Skycargo lands in Luxembourg TT Club posts solid result in 2016 US port takes over short-line railroad Uncertainty over bans on Qatar

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JUNE 13, 2017
Shipowners could profit big from anti- "slush fund" directive Hamburg salvage consultant buys claims handler Ocean Yield grows OSV exposure with two-ship USD105.4 million deal Tough start for Global Ports Holdings on London bourse Insurer warns there is 'no room for complacency' in shipping Qatar scenarios shipping and port companies need to consider as crisis continues Business as usual at K Line-Noble venture COSCO Shipping Ports buys majority stake in Spanish terminal operator Kim Heng snaps up three Swiber AHTS for USD9.6 million Halkias' shipping venture growing in Singapore SM Group vies for DSME's construction unit

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JUNE 13, 2017
Cosco to take controlling stake in Noatum - is a shipping line next? Latin America draws China freighters with steady rise in charters Shippers and forwarders get the message as iContainers tracks their cargo BMW halts car production due to supply chain snag Seven B747 freighters: what it takes to get Beyonce on stage

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JUNE 13, 2017
Kirby to acquire Stewart & Stevenson New DOJ policy could affect MARPOL plea deal payments Norwegian operator takes delivery of versatile barge Shipping losses fall, but Allianz sees risks ahead Crowley Maritime one of America's healthiest companies Foss christens third Arctic Class tug Wartsila 31 main engine to power advanced trawler Seacat Services wins long term wind farm support contract LR launches code for unmanned marine systems Star Cool reefers now feature energy meter

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JUNE 13, 2017
Qatari LNG carriers that avoided Suez Canal were just killing time, say sources Crisis, what crisis? The two vessels had long lead times and could take the long route rather than pay canal... Firmer tone emerging in the supramax bulker market China seen to be drawing nickel and coal cargoes, Banchero Costa says Belgian investor Lambilliotte teams up with Ernst Russ Ecofin founder out to buy non-performing shipping loans The sad song tanker companies sing in stock markets Tanker players all claim to have best operations in the world. But what's the point in trading their stocks if... CMA CGM to acquire Mercosul from Maersk French line to launch new South American services as Maersk sells line as part of Hamburg Süd acquisition Why grassroots reporting is still so important Say hi to the class of 2017: making maritime reporting a must-have job for future generations UK election results casts further doubt over post-Brexit future UK industry bodies urge government not to abandon maritime interests Chemical tanker stranded off the coast of Vietnam Chemroad Journey reported to be safe and stable with relevant authorities prepared in case of pollution Seafarers' health: A suitable case for treatment Move more, eat well, watch the booze Brace for the first $4bn casualty, warns AGCS Despite cost-cutting, crew negligence and inadequate vessel maintenance, the industry's safety record continues to improve, according to Allianz affiliate Drewry upgrades full-year box growth forecast Analysts respond to latest uptick in demand with revised estimates of 4% growth for 2017 Suezmax and aframax earnings near nine-month low on oversupply Owners looking for boost from Qatar and Nigeria left disappointed Qatar rift spreads confusion among VLCCs UEA flip-flops over Qatar ban, sending ripples of uncertainty through VLCC industry IMO-EU MRV alignment facing minimum five-year delay Emissions verifier lobbying for IMO to allow independent verifiers for data collection GSL seeks options for bond restructuring Clarksons Platou Securities appointed to identify opportunities for $346m of notes due in 2019 Cosco Shipping's M&A feast: When is the main course? Share trading of Cosco Shipping Holdings remains on hold despite acquisition of Noatum Ports and Shanghai International Port Group DSME creditors to start financial aid programme Move comes despite investor's lawsuit to block the debt restructuring process ClassNK unveils e-certificate service The e-certificate service will be available to Liberian-flagged vessels on ClassNK's register from June 15 onward. Briefing: Diego Aponte puts fleet costs centre stage in MSC success story MSC urges shipping to promote its green credentials Shipowners should do more to explain how vessel emissions are being cut, says Diego Aponte

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JUNE 13, 2017
US distribution and warehouse space scarcer and pricier New Panama Canal locks accelerating US coastal import shift CMA CGM acquisition clears path for Maersk-Hamburg Sud deal LTL carrier Saia readies more Northeast terminals Year after SOLAS rule, doubts over VGM accuracy linger Cargolux seals deal for new China airline Qatar carrier expands coverage to capitalize on crisis MSC monitoring Rickmers crisis Spain dockworkers, employers in strike talks Kerry Logistics kicks off joint venture with Central Asia partner Carriers set new services for growing Indian subcontinent trade

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JUNE 13, 2017
Kirby expands outside of shipping with $710m M&A deal Tank barge giant splashes out on Stewart & Stevenson, a manufacturer and distributor for oil, gas, shipping and other industries. Shell, Qatar Petroluem in LNG bunkering deal Two of the world's largest gas producers seeks to move needle on LNG bunkering Suezmax rates sink to lowest level of the year Research firm says increasing production in Nigeria and Libya means more unsold cargoes. Climate change protest targets Carnival UPDATE: Carnival spokeswoman says cruise giant is already the environmental leader in the sector. Line handler sues US over 'shattered' leg on government ro-ro Spring line incident leads to $1m claim on privately-crewed vehicle carrier. CMA CGM buys Maersk Line's Mercosul French conglomerate adds boxship fleet owned by Brazilian subsidiary of its Danish rival. More than 50 VLCCs storing crude oil Affinity Research analyst Nick Pugh notes upward trend due to low oil price. Bulker ran aground in Brazil China's Tong Shun got stuck while loading grain at Santos. Tanker rates from Qatar to rise UAE ban increasing demand for suezmaxes and product vessels. Ocean Rig avoids delisting for now Economou company wins exception from Nasdaq as restructuring continues. DSME to sell shares worth $702m Korean shipbuilder aims to boost financial strength with issue of new stock. V.Ships Offshore wins FPSO deals UK group to manage Saipem's new conversions in Angola. Seacat Services seals wind farm charter UK operator sending ship to support Greater Gabbard development. LR to class unmanned marine systems New code aims to make it easier for owners to develop autonomous technology. Greek bulker held in India after fatal collision Kerala court orders seizure of log book and VDR from Karlog vessel following incident that killed two fishermen. Wuchang yard wins state MSV order Shipbuilder to construct multipurpose offshore ship for China Rescue & Salvage. Ocean Yield invests $105.4m in BP PSV duo Diversified shipowner expands its portfolio as it takes control of two ships with 15-year charters attached. Avin boosts MR fleet with Korean duo Vardinoyiannis company emerges as buyer of HMM tanker pair. Shearwater scoops Wintershall contract Norwegian offshore vessel owner to carry out a seismic survey in the Barents Sea. Singapore banks 'can cope with OSV exposure' Ratings agency Fitch believes DBS and others are shielded from slump by earnings buffers. Soechi Lines postpones bond offering Expanding Indonesian tanker owner blames market unease and Hong Kong typhoon for decision. Kim Heng buys Swiber anchor handlers Singapore-listed offshore player picks ships that failed to find buyer at two previous auctions. MSC plays down Rickmers exposure Shipowner says two of three ships it has on charter are due to be handed back in September. OCBC unmoved by Pacific Radiance state aid Singapore bank says company still needs new equity injection to deleverage balance sheet.

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JUNE 13, 2017
ShipBob gains $17.5m in Series B funding Chicago-based e-commerce fulfillment and technology provider ShipBob received $17.5 million in Series B funding led by investment firm Bain... Kerry, Globalink enter into JV under 'Belt and Road' initiative Kerry Logistics Network has entered into an agreement with freight forwarder Globalink Logistics DWC to enhance services between Asia and E... South Africa to gain new LPG import facility Petredec, a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) distributor, entered into an agreement with Bidvest Tank Terminals, an independent bulk liquid st... Panama breaks ties with Taiwan, formally supports China Panama has broken ties with Taiwan in order to establish formal commercial and diplomatic ties with China, according to multiple news sourc... DSME to sell $702m in new shares Struggling South Korean shipbuilder Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering Co. (DSME) plans to sell 793 billion won (U.S. $702 millio... POLB records busiest May in port history A total of 648,287 TEUs moved through the Port of Long Beach in May, an increase of 1.2 percent compared to the same month a year ago and t... Clean transport companies call for California cap-and-trade program extension A group of 68 companies and business associations involved in the clean transportation industry have signed a letter expressing support for... CP implements infrastructure enhancements Canadian Pacific Railway (CP)has undergone infrastructure enhancements to expand its protective and perishable service (PPS) product and re... K + N discloses CO2 emissions on ocean freight invoices Kuehne + Nagel (K + N) started printing the total amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions generated by ocean freight shipments on each inv...

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JUNE 13, 2017
Italy's Trieste bunker prices rise amid berth maintenance By contrast, 380 CST fuel oil at the Mediterranean bunkering hub of Gibraltar fell $1.50/mt day on day to $303/mt delivered. US senators reach agreement to expand Russian sanctions During a hearing Tuesday, Corker said the new Russian sanctions "send a very strong, strong message to Russia." Durban bunker fuel sinks on improved availability The price remains low because of improved availability in Durban, a trader said Tuesday. IEnova looks to diversify operations in Mexico into liquids, clean energy The breakdown is $10 million in fuels infrastructure, $10 billion in natural gas and $25 billion for power projects by 2025, he said. Growing Singapore bunker demand to reduce excess fuel stocks: sources Increased bunkering demand coupled with fewer incoming high sulfur cargoes could result in tightening Singapore fuel oil supply in the coming weeks. N Asian Qatari oil buyers seek clarity on Fujairah bunkering Buyers are seeking other options for bunkering until more clarity from Fujairah emerges External: Wired Bunkering External: Marine Bunkering(Rotterdam)B.V. Denmark's Monjasa slows oil cargo trading business to focus on bunkering - New office in Cyprus for Greek and Mediterranean markets - UK office to be sublet TRADER NOTE: Middle distillates trader William Handria joins Winson Oil

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RAILWAY TRANSPORT

PKP Cargo announces further collective layoffs affecting 2,429 employees in two years

Warsaw

Last year the Polish company terminated over 2,500 employment contracts

TRANSPORTATION

In 2024, the incidence of transport costs on Italy's trade in goods increased

Rome

Exports up by +2.5% and imports by +4.2% (+4.2%)

PORTS

The UK's Department for Transport has unveiled a plan to accelerate port development

London

Kane: We are determined to make the projects that will really make a difference

SHIPYARDS

MSC reportedly intends to buy Romanian shipyard Damen Mangalia

Prague

It would be used for the construction of cruise ships, ro-pax and tugboats

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

Medlog (MSC) Intermodal Terminal Opened in Paris Area

Geneva

It has an annual traffic capacity of over 100 thousand TEUs.

ASSOCIATIONS

The board of directors of the National Association of Port Companies and Enterprises has been renewed

Rome

Luca Grilli confirmed as president for fourth consecutive term

ENVIRONMENT

PSA strategic partner of GCMD initiative for decarbonisation of maritime sector

Singapore

It is the first port operator to join the project

INSTITUTIONS

Sergio Liardo will be the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard

Rome

He will take over from Nicola Carlone in September

Construction of the first of two “Sonata” class luxury cruise ships has begun in Marghera

SHIPYARDS

Construction of the first of two "Sonata" class luxury cruise ships has begun in Marghera

Miami

Fincantieri will deliver the unit in 2027

PORTS

New traffic of Volkswagen cars at the Vezzani ro-ro terminal in Porto Marghera

Venice

The first ship will land in October

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

HHLA acquires 60% of intermodal terminal in western Ukraine

Hamburg

It will have a container traffic capacity of 100 thousand TEUs

PORTS

Salvini's ministry appoints the presidents of the Italian AdSPs with an eyedropper and the maritime-port cluster protests (weakly)

SEAFARERS

Seafarers' wages rise of 5% over two years agreed

London

Goose (ITF): Positive result and fair outcome of difficult negotiations

TRADE

New tariffs, inflation and wars threaten to significantly reduce the growth of the world economy

Paris

Cormann (OECD): The economic outlook shows that the current political uncertainty is weakening trade and investment, reducing consumer and business confidence

PORTS

Container traffic at Chinese seaports increased by +7.7% in April

Beijing

In the first four months of this year, 98.8 million TEUs were handled (+8.1%)

FREIGHT TERMINALS

Interporto Padova launches the tender to select a partner with which to develop the intermodal terminal's activities

Padua

The interport company gets 30% of the capital of the new Intermodal Terminal Padova

Submission act signed to allow Gulf Terminal expansion works to begin

PORTS

Submission act signed to allow Gulf Terminal expansion works to begin

The Spice

Musso: a crucial step for our company

SHIPYARDS

The new cruise ship Mein Schiff Flow launched in Monfalcone

PORTS

U.S. Port Authority Association Urges USTR to Scrap Further Tariff on Chinese STS Cranes

Washington

Over ten years, the value of orders for these cranes would rise from $2.47 billion to $6.68 billion.

SAFETY & SECURITY

European Commission proposes Black Sea maritime security hub

Brussels

The aim is to protect critical maritime infrastructure and the marine environment.

PORTS

The process of assigning the Taranto Logistics Platform for wind energy to Vestas has been completed

Taranto

Last month, freight traffic in the Apulian port increased by +22.3%

Sharp increase in cases of abandoned ships

SEAFARERS

Sharp increase in cases of abandoned ships

London

There are currently 158. Cotton and Trowsdale (ITF): Impunity is growing at all levels; urgent reform is needed

TRUCKING

The Swiss government intends to apply the heavy vehicle tax to electrically powered trucks as well

Bern

The extension is planned starting from 2029

PORTS

In the first quarter of this year, cargo traffic in the port of Tanger Med grew by +13.4%

Anjara

37.6 million tons of cargo moved

PORTS

The new cruise terminal was inaugurated in the port of Koper

Coper

In September, the former maritime station recorded the arrival of its thousandth cruise ship

More needs to be done to promote scalable zero-emission fuels for shipping decarbonisation

SHIPPING

More needs to be done to promote scalable zero-emission fuels for shipping decarbonisation

Copenhagen

This is highlighted in a new report by the Getting to Zero Coalition and the Global Maritime Forum

SHIPPING

Port regulation scheme for ship-to-ship LNG/bioGNL bunkering operations approved in Italy

Rome

Decisive fuel - Assogasliquidi underlines - to reach the decarbonisation objectives of maritime transport

INSURANCE

While traditional shipping risks are diminishing, other dangers are increasing.

Munich

Allianz Commercial’s "Safety and Shipping Review 2025" Released. 2024 Will See All-Time Lowest Ship Losses

PORTS

US Government Pushes to Take Over Port Management in Panama and Australia from China

Arlington/Sydney

They would be implemented through companies linked to the Trump administration

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Mercitalia Logistics becomes FS Logistix, an integrated digital platform for end-to-end freight transport

Rome

Integration of the eight companies that make up the logistics sector of the FS group

LOGISTICS

F2i integrates FHP Holding Portuale and Compagnia Ferroviaria Italiana into FHP Group

Milan

The aim is to make it the leading Italian operator of integrated maritime-land logistics in the dry bulk and break-bulk sector.

SHIPPING

MOL confirms new US taxes on Chinese vessels could impact its upcoming orders

Tokyo

The company announces that it will take cautious decisions in selecting shipyards

FREIGHT TERMINALS

The Unione Interporti Riuniti proposes the introduction of "terminal bonuses"

Venice

Incentive mechanisms for railway terminals are requested, which include aspects of railway operations, not only port operations, and terminalisation

SHIPPING

ITF and Argentine union CATT against new provisions for the maritime sector of the Milei government

Buenos Aires/London

Cotton: These measures will trigger a race to the bottom in wages and working conditions

G20 trade value up cyclically in first quarter of 2025

TRADE

G20 trade value up cyclically in first quarter of 2025

Paris

Trade in services recorded a -0.7% decline in exports and a +1.0% increase in imports

PORTS

In April, freight traffic in the ports of Barcelona and Algeciras increased. Decline in Valencia

Algeciras/Barcelona/Madrid/Valencia

In the first four months of 2025, Spanish ports handled 182.0 million tonnes (-1.9%)

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

The renewal proposal for the National Collective Labour Agreement for Railway Activities and the FS Italiane Company Contract has been signed

Rome

Salary increases recognized for an average monthly amount of 230 euros

ECONOMY

The European Commission has published "The EU Blue Economy Report 2025"

Brussels

In 2022, the blue economy directly employed 4.82 million people and generated nearly €890 billion in revenues

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

In 2024, the number of combined transport shipments in Europe grew by +5.2%

Brussels

Performance in tonne-km increased by +8.4%

In the first quarter, freight traffic in the port of Naples grew by +4.3%, while in Salerno it fell by -3.4%

PORTS

In the first quarter, freight traffic in the port of Naples grew by +4.3%, while in Salerno it fell by -3.4%

Naples

-12.1% drop in cruise passengers in the Campania capital

ACCIDENTS

Destroyer launch failed in North Korea

Pyongyang

The incident in the presence of dictator Kim Jong-un

SHIPPING

FMC investigates whether US flag state harms foreign trade

Washington

Initial 90-day period for public comment

PORTS

While waiting for answers from the justice system, Hapag-Lloyd urges the Italian government to reactivate the concession to Genoa Port Terminal

Genoa

We cannot move forward with our investment plans - the company denounces - if the concession is suddenly considered to expire at the end of June

SHIPPING

António Guterres: Without maritime security there can be no global security

New York

Travlos (Union of Greek Shipowners): If the global shipping system stops, the world economy will collapse in just 90 days

COMPANIES

Stonepeak (Textainer) has reached an agreement to buy Seaco

Hamilton

Concentration of $1.75 billion in container leasing market

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

SBB CFF FFS Cargo reorganizes combined transport business with cancellation of unprofitable services and redundancies

Bern

The goal is to reduce costs by 60 million francs per year by 2033.

In the first quarter of 2025, Viking cruise group revenues increased by +24.9%

CRUISES

In the first quarter of 2025, Viking cruise group revenues increased by +24.9%

Los Angeles

The period was closed with a net loss of -105.4 million dollars

TRUCKING

Government measures for road haulage? Good for Unatras/FAI-Conftrasporto. Bad for Trasportounito

Rome

Uggè: listen to the requests of the sector. Longo: totally ignore the requests

TRUCKING

Franchini (Ruote Libere): Government measures for road haulage leave the category's problems unchanged

Modena

It even ends up - he denounces - worsening the situation

PORTS

Container traffic at Eurokai port terminals grew by +11.0% in the first three months of 2025

Hamburg

In Germany the increase was +16.5%, in Italy +4.0% and in other foreign terminals +2.8%

LOGISTICS

Automotive logistics companies suffer a collapse in volumes handled

Brussels

Göbel: We urgently need to rebuild trust in the sector

Israeli ZIM's quarterly performance was very positive

SHIPPING

Israeli ZIM's quarterly performance was very positive

Haifa

Revenues grew by +28.5% in the first three months of 2025. Ships transported 944 thousand containers (+11.6%)

CRUISES

MSC Cruises orders two more World-class cruise ships from Chantiers de l'Atlantique

Paris

They will be taken into delivery in 2029 and 2030

SHIPPING

WSC: US decision to tax all foreign car carriers is wrong

Washington

The association asks the USTR to launch a public consultation

SHIPPING

CMA CGM closed the first quarter of 2025 with a net profit of 1.12 billion dollars (+42.8%)

Marseille

Revenues up +12.1%

INDUSTRY

ECSA and SEA Europe explain how to ensure and increase the competitiveness of the EU maritime industry

Szczecin/Brussels

In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado grew by +1.4%

PORTS

In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado grew by +1.4%

Genoa

In the container sector, a sharp increase in transhipments (+107.3%) and a slight decrease in import-export (-0.7%)

The ports of Bremen and Hamburg close the first quarter with a +3% growth in traffic

PORTS

The ports of Bremen and Hamburg close the first quarter with a +3% growth in traffic

Bremen/Hamburg

Terminal operator HHLA posts record quarterly revenue

PORTS

Record Monthly Container Traffic at Turkish Ports

Ankara

In May, almost 1.4 million TEUs were handled (+17.6%)

ASSOCIATIONS

Sergio Landolfi has been elected president of the Customs Association of the Port of La Spezia

The Spice

The board of directors has been renewed

ASSOCIATIONS

The ferry industry elite will attend the Interferry conference in Salerno in October

Victoria

Event titled "Connections"

CHARITY

Uniport launches an initiative to support ALS research

Rome

Fundraising for the NeMO Clinical Center Serena Foundation Onlus

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

The Propeller Club of Genoa has analyzed risks and opportunities of using AI in the maritime and insurance sectors

Genoa

The importance of training in the use of technology was highlighted

SHIPYARDS

Chantiers de l'Atlantique delivers luxury cruising yacht Luminara to The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

Saint Nazaire

The ship will debut in Alaska

ASSOCIATIONS

Maritime transport, with suppliers and naval contractors, is the cornerstone of Italy's trade

Port Cervo

ANPAN Annual Congress in Sardinia

PORTS

Uiltrasporti, risk of chaos in Italian ports due to delays in appointing AdSP presidents

Rome

If we continue to distribute positions without taking into account the skills of future presidents - warns the union - we will be forced to mobilize

PORTS

Giampieri (Assoporti): the procedure for appointing AdSP presidents must find a quick solution

Rome

Hearing at the Chamber of Deputies

INDUSTRY

MAN Energy Solutions changes name to Everllence

Augusta

Brand born from the fusion of the English terms ever and excellence

COMPANIES

The Ministry of the Interior and Fincantieri sign the new legality protocol

Rome

SHIPYARDS

Vard delivers two CSOV vessels equipped with cyber notation

Trieste

They present all the mandatory requirements in terms of cybersecurity

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

An experimental section of the ultra-fast Hyper Transfer transport system will be built in Veneto

Munich

Capsules with magnetic levitation technology will be able to carry 12 tons of containerized cargo or 38 passengers

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

SBB urges UFT and ERA to take measures to avoid rail accidents caused by brake blocks

Bern

The Gotthard Base Tunnel has been fully reopened more than a year after a train derailment

PORTS

In the first four months of 2025, container traffic in the port of Augusta grew by +21.6%

Augusta

Di Sarcina: we are already reaping the first fruits of the movement of containers from Catania

PORTS

Italian ports participate in the latest edition of Transport Logistic in Monaco

Munich

The Italian Pavilion inaugurated

PORTS

One billion euros to restore Ukraine's port infrastructure damaged by Russian attacks

Odessa

PORTS

Entrance of 100 new special members in the port company CULMV of Genoa

Genoa

First entry of 45 units from next month

ASSOCIATIONS

Musolino was unanimously confirmed as president of MEDports

Tangier

The association brings together 33 port authorities in the Mediterranean basin

COMPANIES

In 2024, the Genoese Ente Bacini recorded record revenues

Genoa

Last year, 58 ships were placed in the five dry docks managed

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EDUCATION

ALIS has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Network of Italian Logistics Schools

Rome

The aim is to strengthen the link between the world of school and the world of work.

INSTITUTIONS

Every euro invested in the Coast Guard generates a value of 1.53 euros for the national economy

Rome

Economic report on the Corps presented in Rome

LOGISTICS

European automotive logistics must look to the world

Brussels

Göbel (ECG): The challenges of our sector are global, and so must our responses be

PORTS

In April, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado decreased by -8.7%

Genoa

Stable volumes in the first port, while in the second a decrease of -27.7% was recorded

AVIATION

Natilus evaluates with Kuehne+Nagel the use of its mixed-wing aircraft in cargo transport

Schindellegi

They are designed to achieve a 30% reduction in fuel consumption and a 40% increase in load capacity.

PORTS

Tender awarded for the enhancement of the Tuscan Port Community System

Leghorn

Investment of over 500 thousand euros for the application development activity lasting one year

MEETINGS

Conference on the impact of artificial intelligence and automation on safety and work in ports

Rome

Organized by Filt Cgil, it will be held on Thursday and Friday in Livorno

MARITIME SERVICES

Fincantieri signs a memorandum of understanding with Qatar Navigation

Trieste

Cooperation in areas such as maritime services, project management and technology integration

SHIPYARDS

Port of Piraeus, Piraeus II floating dry dock reopened

Piraeus

It has a lifting capacity of 4 thousand tons

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

Poland finances expansion of Euroterminal Slawków intermodal terminal

Slavkow

From 285 thousand TEU containers per year, the capacity will increase to 530 thousand TEU

PORTS

CMA CGM - Saigon Newport Corporation Agreement for New Container Terminal in Haiphong

Marseille

It will become operational in 2028 and will have a capacity of 1.9 million TEUs

INDUSTRY

Genova Industrie Navali acquires a stake in Lagomarsino Anielli

Genoa

Simultaneous sale of the company Pitturazioni Navali Industriali

SHIPPING

Estonian AS Tallink charters cruise ferry Romantika to Algerian Madar Maritime Company

Tallinn

The Algiers company was founded last year

LOGISTICS

ANSI, the measures for logistics in the Infrastructure decree are good

Rome

D'Angelo: there is no lack of innovative drive, long-term vision and attention to transition and sustainability

PORTS

Project for the creation of a Renewable Energy Community in the port of La Spezia

The Spice

SAFETY & SECURITY

New anti-piracy exercise in the Gulf of Guinea

Rome

It involved the naval unit "Comandante Bettica" and the merchant ship "Grande Angola"

TRUCKING

Kuehne+Nagel to buy Spanish haulage firm TDN

Schindellegi/Madrid

It has 600 employees and a fleet of over 700 vehicles

SHIPPING

MPC Container Ships' Quarterly Revenue and Profit Decline

Oslo

Baack: Container market continues to show resilience

COMPANIES

Fincantieri and SRSA sign agreement for maritime and coastal development in the Red Sea

Trieste

Fincantieri Arabia for Naval Services inaugurated in Riyadh

COMPANIES

Green light for the sale of 56% of Wilson Sons to Shipping Agencies Services (MSC group)

London

The transaction will be completed early next month

PORTS

Work to remove wrecks of 38 vessels in Catania port begins

Catania

Intervention worth over two million euros

PORTS

The issue of the intended use of the Molo Clementino is heating up in Ancona

Ancona

COMPANIES

GNV has obtained ISO 14001 certification

Genoa

It has been issued by LRQA - Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance

INDUSTRY

ABB has reached a deal to buy France's BrightLoop

Zurich

The aim of the acquisition is to accelerate the electrification strategy in the industrial mobility and marine propulsion sectors.

PORTS

The criteria for adjusting port concession fees to inflation rates have been defined

Rome

LOGISTICS

MBS Logistics buys Swiss freight forwarder Gerhard Wegmüller

Zurich

The company is headquartered in Zurich

SHIPPING

Ferry Kriti I, earmarked for scrap, sold for $3.6 million

Athens

It will be dismantled by an EU-authorised shipyard

PORTS

Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles increased by +9.4% in April

Los Angeles/New York

In the first three months of 2025, the Port of New York handled 2.2 million containers (+10.0%)

The Council of Ministers has approved the Infrastructure Decree-Law

Rixi: important measure for road haulage

SHIPPING

Global Ship Lease revenues increased by +6.4% in the first quarter

Athens

Net profit of 123.4 million dollars (+34.3%)

PORTS

Filt, Fit and Uilt urge an urgent overcoming of the commissioner phase for the AdSP of the Central Tyrrhenian Sea

Naples

SAFETY & SECURITY

Federlogistica, a proactive plan is needed to strengthen cybersecurity of ports and logistics

Genoa

Creation of a national fund urged

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Mercitalia Logistics - Logtainer Agreement

Rome

The aim is to develop intermodal maritime transport services in Italy and Europe.

PORTS

DP World to operate multipurpose terminal at Syrian port of Tartous

Damascus

An investment of 800 million dollars is planned

PORTS

Port of Long Beach Sets New Container Traffic Record for April

Long Beach/Hong Kong

Hong Kong port handled 1.2 million containers (+6.0%)

COMPANIES

RINA closes 2024 with revenues once again at a record level

Genoa

In the first quarter, turnover increased by +12% and new orders by +16%

MEETINGS

The fourth edition of the national conference "Interporti al centro" will be held on May 23rd

Rome

Organized by UIR, it is scheduled at the Interporto Rivers in Venice

LOGISTICS

In the UK, express delivery company Evri and DHL's e-commerce division merge

London

PORTS

Italian Ports:

Ancona

Genoa

Ravenna

Augusta

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

MEETINGS

Conference on the impact of artificial intelligence and automation on safety and work in ports

Rome

Organized by Filt Cgil, it will be held on Thursday and Friday in Livorno

MEETINGS

The fourth edition of the national conference "Interporti al centro" will be held on May 23rd

Rome

Organized by UIR, it is scheduled at the Interporto Rivers in Venice

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

US has its eye on Greek ports

(Kathimerini)

Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke

(Free Malaysia Today)

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ANPAN

Relazione del presidente Vittorio Parmigiani

Porto Cervo, 30 maggio 2025

››› File

PORTS

Another 20 tractors coming for Contship Group's Hannibal

The Spice

They will be taken into delivery between the end of this year and the first months of 2026.

PORTS

In April, the port of Singapore handled over 3.6 million containers (+7.1%)

Singapore

In terms of weight, containerized traffic decreased by -2.5%

PORTS

Assagenti suggests the priorities that will have to be addressed by the next president of the port of Genoa

Genoa

SHIPPING

Danaos Corporation's Quarterly Revenues Steady

Athens

Net profit down -23.5%

PORTS

Cargo traffic in Montenegro ports stable in first quarter

Podgorica

Growth of +73.9% in volumes to and from Italy

MARITIME SERVICES

Prysmian inaugurates the new cable-laying vessel Prysmian Monna Lisa

Milan

Finnish plant producing high-voltage submarine cables expanded

PORTS

Second container terminal inaugurated at Cameroonian port of Kribi

Yaounde

It has a quay of 715 linear meters and a seabed depth of -16 meters

TRUCKING

Eurogate Intermodal has bought the Deisser trucking company

Hamburg/Stuttgart

The Stuttgart-based company specializes in the container segment

SHIPPING

Discount announced on transit fee for large container ships in Suez Canal

Ismailia

15% reduction for ships of at least 130,000 SCNT tons

LOGISTICS

The Simplified Logistics Zone of the Port and hinterland of La Spezia is ready to be made operational

Genoa/La Spezia

Regional councilor Piana made this known

LAW

Port of Genoa, the TAR for Lazio has annulled the Ignazio Messina-Terminal San Giorgio merger

Rome

Grimaldi Euromed's appeal accepted

SHIPYARDS

Fincantieri closes first quarter with record new orders

Trieste

Strong growth in revenue and EBITDA

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Stop, other Regions should follow Abruzzo's example by introducing the regional ferrobonus

Rome

LOGISTICS

The laying of the first pillar of the logistics park under construction in Tortona was celebrated

Tortona

The project is scheduled for completion in May 2026.

TRADE

The Customs Free Zone enclosed in Genoa as an opportunity to mitigate the impact of duties

Genoa

Spediporto highlights it

SHIPPING

Taiwan's Evergreen and Yang Ming saw revenue decline in April

Keelung/Taipei

Compatriot Wan Hai Lines' turnover grows

SHIPPING

In the first three months of 2025, RCL containerships transported 658,000 TEU (+8.9%)

Bangkok

Revenues up +37.6%

PORTS

The preparation process for the Port Regulatory Plan of Ancona has begun

Ancona

Preliminary verification of the Strategic Environmental Assessment has begun

SHIPPING

d'Amico International Shipping reports quarterly revenue and earnings decline

Luxembourg

Balestra di Mottola: We do not expect any impact on us from any port tariffs applied in the US for ships built in China

PORTS

Towards the final approval of the nomination of Francesco Benevolo as president of the port of Ravenna

Rome

The MIT has forwarded the proposal to the Transport Commission of the Chamber

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