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November 15, 2017
Sched Netweb site
  • Hutchison Ports to operate UAE's Ahmed Bin Rashid Port
  • Container shipping returning to Portland with Swire Shipping's new service
  • Port of New Orleans breaks 500,000-TEU mark for 3rd consecutive year
  • Lomar's boxship to be scrapped after running aground off New Caledonia
  • Iranian shipbuilder and Damen sign MoU to build offshore vessels
  • Vietnam's Tan Cang - Cai Mep Int'l Terminal breaches 1m TEU
  • Africa Express Line boosts energy efficiency with new reefer boxes
  • Nigerian pirates release six crewmen kidnapped last month
  • Melbourne-HK daily flights are 'timely boost' for a busy market, says Virgin
  • Disrupted supply chains are reconnected after deadly quake in Mexico City
  • ABC flies 28 Maserati Gran Turismo cars from Milan to Tokyo

Exim Indiaweb site
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
  • Coastal steel consignment of RINL arrives at Cochin Port
  • Global box volumes looking up in 2017
  • Seabird CFS Hazira launches bonded warehouse
  • Yang Ming posts impressive results in Q3
  • Abu Dhabi Ports showcases role as trade & logistics hub at UAE-India Economic Forum
  • APM Terminals Pipavav handles largest number of containers ever
  • Implementing Electronic Sealing for Containers by exporters under self-sealing procedure prescribed by circular 26/2017-Cus dated 1st July 2017, circular 36/2017 dated 28.8.2017 and 37/2017 dated 20.9.2017
  • QTerminals' Board appoints Neville Bissett as CEO
  • VOC Port achieves new single-day record in cargo handling
  • Global supply chain weakness to cyber attack highlighted
  • Indian Register of Shipping increasing focus on South-East Asia
  • South Gujarat - Cargo & Logistics Business Forum 2017 in Surat to be a gathering of fraternity leaders

International Transport Journalweb site
  • KTZ: freight traffic up 12%
  • TT Club warns against cyberattacks
  • Barton Marine sets new sails
  • Railfreight operator wants more CO2-free transport services
  • RB Logistics renews contract with GAC
  • Network Aviation Group expands reach in Kenya
  • Out with people - in with robots for waste collection
  • And the name of Gulf Air's new CEO is...
  • Mega rail terminal to double rail lift capacity
  • China Pakistan Express 2 launched by OOCL
  • A380 from Toulouse to Tarbes via Singapore
  • Successful Q3 for Expeditors
  • 9M/2017 confirms HHLA strength
  • Hermes: Walker in, Pilz out
  • Eva Air introduces new B777F
  • Train carries biofuel supplies to Stockholm residents

IHS Maritimeweb site
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
  • Fairplay Towage seals takeover of Bugsier
  • German ports throughput rise lifts pressure on policymakers
  • Alfa Bank affiliate and Mid-Ship team up for ship finance
  • DFDS heads for record results as freight volumes show strong growth
  • Tough third quarter drags down DHT and Tanker Investments
  • Pan Ocean third quarter profit up 55%
  • CMA CGM's mega container ships to use GTT membrane fuel tanks
  • Oil tanker rates to stay low in 2018, LNG on the mend
  • TTA in the black again as dry bulk recovers
  • APM Terminals shifts commercial focus to inland services
  • Goseong O&S released from receivership after acquisition
  • Samsung HI off-hires staff with lower salaries

The Loadstarweb site
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
  • New INTTRA cargo and space matching tool could be a boon for forwarders
  • US ports call for urgent action over severe shortage of Customs inspectors
  • Change is in the air for Asia's airlines, but cargo seems to be flying
  • Analysis: a more positive quarter for a leaner-looking CEVA Logistics
  • Newly profitable Yang Ming said to be set to order mega-containerships
  • Amazon promises we won't use state licences to sell prescription drugs
  • Nils Smedegaard Andersen appointed chairman of Unifeeder
  • Two airlines order freighters at Dubai Air Show
  • Robert Fordree leaves Etihad to grow Menzies Aviation cargo portfolio

Marine Logweb site
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
  • Fairbanks Morse diesels picked for LCS 27
  • Lloyd's Register signs MOU with Israeli cyber defense specialist
  • Mysteries of the NVDC revealed - a little
  • Hull optimization promises big fuel savings for expedition cruise duo
  • Fincantieri seeks to delist Vard
  • Shallow draft Incat Crowther cat has next gen propeller tunnel

Lloyd's Listweb site
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
  • Navios Partners posts solid profit
    Container affiliate to put private placement proceeds towards four more boxships
  • UASC volumes boost Hapag-Lloyd results
    Outlook for full year remains unchanged
  • Anti-bribery group helps grain loading practices in Argentina
    Maritime Anti-Corruption Network's next plan is to examine a port in India
  • ICS hits at the EU's latest MRV amendment take
    Shipping body unhappy with questionnaire and the Commission's interpretation of full alignment with IMO emissions reporting system
  • DFDS acquires Dutch logistics company Alphatrans
    Copenhagen-headquartered ro-ro group buys haulier to expand European capabilities
  • Reefer rates to maintain upward curve in 2018
    Dual effect of equipment shortages and carrier consolidation points to further spot rate increases in the perishable cargo sector
  • CSSC sells $1bn offshore newbuilds to equity fund
    Market observers express concern over scheme to sell undeliverable jack-up rigs and OSVs to an affiliated asset management company
  • Japan to help combat Southeast Asia piracy
    Security investment has both maritime and geopolitical motivation
  • HHI reshuffles top management
    Shipbuilder's chairman and vice chairman will take different roles within the group, while president and chief executive Kang Hwan-goo will...
  • BW Group forms FSRU joint venture with Mitsui
    Vessel leased to PGP Consortium to provide regasification services to state-owned Pakistan LNG Terminals
  • Boxship oversupply to weigh on transpacific and Asia-Europe rates
    Shipping lines' planned rate increases in mid-November and early December may not succeed if no additional tonnage exits the market...
  • Daily Briefing
    Prestige rather than market dynamics is driving the new era of super-sized container shipping
  • HHLA confirms full-year target
    Improved trade with Asia and Russia boosts confidence at Hamburg terminal operator
  • Odfjell inks four long-term bareboat charters with Sinochem Shipping
    Newbuilding quartet to be part of chemical tanker pool of eight vessels managed by Odfjell
  • Thoresen Shipping returns to profitablity in the third quarter on dry bulk uptrend
    Dry bulk unit's average time charter equivalent earnings jump 51% year on year
  • DHT narrows losses on absence of impairment charges
    Shipping revenue for the third quarter increased as company added more vessels to its fleet
  • Pacific Drilling files for bankruptcy protection
    Company looks to restructure $3bn worth of debt
  • Indian coal imports will continue to fuel bulker demand
    Supramaxes and panamaxes to benefit most from the trade
  • RCL back in the black on higher freight rates and cost cuts
    Regional boxship operator saw robust demand for the transportation of industrial, capital, and intermediate goods as well as agricultural commodities
  • Korea's KSS Line sees net profit leap 102% for third quarter
    Deployment of four new VLGCs lifts results
  • Robert Yildirim to retain 24% CMA CGM shareholding
    Turkish businessman had been expected to sell his stake at the end of 2017, but now sees it as a...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
  • Hapag-Lloyd in profit as UASC merger ramps up volume
  • New EU rules target tattered Europe rail reputation
  • Market share of European trucking, and its problems, grow
  • Analysis: What Brexit means for European supply chains
  • E-commerce makes peak season for air cargo year-long
  • Growth slows at Mundra port amid expansion
  • APM Terminals makes inland services a commercial focus
  • Asia imports driving up Hamburg container traffic

TradeWindsweb site
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
  • Hapag-Lloyd sees improved third quarter
    Integration of UASC plays 'crucial role' in German boxship owner's better results.
  • GTT scores contract for systems on two vessels
    Containment systems will be installed on two Dynagas floating storage and regasification units.
  • Management is hurdle in shipping M&A
    Numbers are not the problem, the humans are, explains top shipping merger mechanic.
  • Navios Partners returns to profit
    Angeliki Franjou-led company sees higher revenue, beats estimates amid boost from spin-off Navios Containers.
  • Debt markets open to shipping, but at a cost
    Nordic bonds, US high-yield and institutional loans will be the best markets for shipping capital.
  • Sources shred talk of Navios tanker charter to ST Shipping
    Market talk of one-year time charter is off the mark, TradeWinds is told.
  • d'Amico International LR1 finds debut deal with Trafigura
    Trader takes in first of Hyundai Vinashin tanker series from Italian shipowner.
  • SeaBird plunges to bigger loss
    Seismic survey vessel owner sees revenue eroded in weaker market.
  • Tanker market eyes on Meiji Shipping aframax
    Ongoing sale being observed for latest clues on asset prices and sentiment.
  • DHT sees asset prices inching up amid bullish view for 2019
    The phone is ringing more and it's not shipyards on the line like earlier this year.
  • Union not amused by Ferry McFerryface
    Crew to refuse to work on Sydney ferry that has adapted old UK joke name.
  • Universal Energy tanker on the block
    Chinese-built vessel being sold at auction in Singapore.
  • ICG pushes up revenue and volumes
    Irish ferry and boxship group stronger over first 10 months.
  • Alastair Farley bids farewell to Braemar board
    Former Watson, Farley & Williams man will end his run as a director next month.
  • Cosco Shipping International appoints new finance chief
    Cosco Shipping International has appointed a new chief financial officer. The Singapore-listed company says Wang Kang Tian will take the job Liang Jianfeng has been filling on an interim basis. The new recruit will also serve as chief risk officer, a statement says. His arrival comes with the company's stock having hit the highest level in two and a half years today, according to The Business
  • Eidesvik Offshore returns to profit
    Norwegian owner says PSVs enjoyed good summer season, but winter is coming.
  • Wah Kwong VLCC heads for fresh charter with Koch
    Hong Kong owner tipped to have secured fresh time charter coverage for tanker.
  • DFDS profit dips as finance costs rise
    But Danish ro-ro group still on track for record annual result.
  • Cobelfret company snaps up slice of Euronav
    Firm behind Luxembourg bulker and ro-ro own now a major stakeholder in tanker specialist.
  • Mitsui & Co inks FSRU debut with BW Group
    Japanese investor's first foray into FSRU arena draws on long-term relationship.
  • Yang Ming 'to order 20 boxships'
    Report links refinancing owner with big new deal to replace chartered vessels.
  • Havila issues 124m shares to settle debt
    Banks and Saevik family awarded stock as part of owner's restructuring.
  • Paradise Papers: Reederei Nord denies IOM switch
    Klaus E Oldendorff firm says it had no dealings in Isle of Man to limit liability after Nordlake crash.
  • Odfjell charters Sinochem Shipping quartet for new pool
    Norwegian owner swapping out older chartered ships as it brings in new Chinese vessels.
  • Mermaid Maritime slumps to $2m loss
    Thai offshore vessel operator has seen its third quarter revenue slump by almost 42%.
  • Amsterdam Trade Bank teams with Mid-Ship Capital
    Dutch trade finance house and New York merchant bank intend offering specialized credits and loans.
  • Thoresen Shipping rides dry bulk recovery
    Thai supramax specialist continues to benefit from rate rally as it posts third quarter profit.
  • Tanker oversupply to keep rates low in 2018
    Rates unlikely to see significant boost without further scraping or slower capacity growth, says Fitch
  • Kpler: Indonesian LPG imports on the rise
    Nation increasingly reliant on gas from overseas on the back of falling domestic oil production.

American Shipperweb site
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
  • All eyes on truckload for project44
    The freight transportation and logistics technology provider project44 on Tuesday launched a new product aimed at providing truckload visib...
  • U.S. nails Chinese hardwood plywood imports with duties
    The Commerce Department on Monday affirmatively determined that imports of hardwood plywood products from China are being dumped on the U.S...
  • Chinese, Vietnamese tool chests dumped on U.S. market
    The Commerce Department on Monday determined that imports of tool chests and cabinets from China and Vietnam are being dumped on the U.S. m...
  • Brexit negotiations stall out over financial issues
    The sixth round of Brexit negotiations between the United Kingdom and the European Union has resulted in a two-week deadline, given by the ...
  • INTTRA offers new forecast-allocation tool
    The ocean freight technology platform INTTRA on Tuesday released a new tool designed to help forwarders manage forecast demand for containe...
  • Truckload rates improve in September
    Truckload rates improved in September 2017 to a new all-time high for the index, according to the Cass Truckload Linehaul Index report. Th...
  • Cathay Pacific to fully acquire Air Hong Kong
    Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific Airways has inked an agreement to gain full control of cargo airline Air Hong Kong by selling eight freighte...
  • DHL Freight to build new hub in Germany
    DHL Freight is investing in the construction of a freight hub at the Hanover Airport Business Park in Langenhagen, Germany, the company sai...
  • U.S. firms top list of buyers of distressed vessels in 2017
    Most of the vessels sold at bank sales and at auction deals so far in 2017 have been purchased by U.S. companies, according to newly releas...

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
  • Selling pressure persists on oil reversing rally
    Oil futures tumbled Tuesday, pulling NYMEX December crude $1.06 lower to $55.70/b as prices continue to slide off last week's highs.
  • Variety of feedstocks crucial for European refiners: conference
    A variety of feedstocks and the flexibility to use it are seen as crucial for European refiners.
  • TANKERS: WS flat rates set to rise, shipowner earnings may still fall: sources
    Worldscale flat rates for tanker routes are set to rise next year, reflecting higher bunker prices, but shipowners' time-charter equivalent earnings may still drop due to fleet growth.
  • IMO's bunker sulfur cap will require more exports, investments: conference
    Compliance with the International Maritime Organization's more stringent bunker fuel requirements from 2020 could require more exports to balance supply.
  • External: Wired Bunkering
  • Japan's Astomos signs MOU with KPC to consider LPG bunkering in Middle East
    Astomos signs third MOU to consider LPG bunkering
  • ExxonMobil likely to give guidance on its 0.5% sulfur compliant marine fuels in 2018
    While new 0.5%-S compliant fuels will emerge, they will not be anything like the fuels today, White said.
  • Asian refiners hit by another round of Saudi crude term allocation cuts
    - South Korean refiners receive 5%-10% Dec Saudi crude allocation cuts - India, Japan to receive less-than-expected Dec Saudi term barrels - Dec Saudi allocation cuts priced in as OSPs, Dubai structure rally
  • FUTURES: Crude falls amid profit-taking activities
  • TANKERS: LR1 freight in Americas seen rising as arbitrage opens to NE Asia
    "I'm seeing plenty of boats carrying reformer-grade naphtha going to Asia," a US market source said.
  • IEA expects no IMO cap on shipping's carbon emissions by 2040
    "The cap on sulfur dioxide emissions from ships is not matched by any firm policies or regulations to reduce other greenhouse gas emissions."

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FROM THE HOME PAGE
Lorenzo Sanna is the new president of ANPAN
Sestri Levante
Parmigiani: Regarding the High Seas Protocol, we should return to the commander's paper declaration.
2027 will once again be a record year for the Italian cruise industry
Livorno
Approximately 16 million passengers are expected, with a growth of +4%
Port reform: Commission discusses only setting aside and rejecting vessels
Rome
The Chamber of Deputies has passed no amendments in three weeks. The only exception is Port Authority staff.
Road haulage, truce near. The government releases funds for diesel fuel and structural reforms.
Rome
Emergency decree approved with tax credits, a ban on leasing, and fuel surcharge protections
The fleet of dual-fuel containerships and car carriers exceeds 500 units
Washington
A 41% jump compared to September 2025. Industry investments have exceeded $200 billion.
Green Maritime Corridors: China Leads the Race
Shanghai
Nearly a fifth of global developments involve a Chinese port. The Global Maritime Forum report highlights fuel and collaboration as strengths, while demand remains weak.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports grew by +2.1%
Madrid
Bulk cargo is driving the trend. Containerized cargo remains stable.
The EU invests in the green revolution of the seas
Brussels
From ammonia to e-methanol, from electric ferries to CO2 capture: projects reshaping the future of European shipping have received funding.
Road haulage associations call for an end to roadblocks in the South.
Rome/Modena
After the meeting with Salvini, the trade unions urged Piantedosi to intervene. Ruote Libere responded: listen to the protesters, not repress them.
APM Terminals and Hateco sign agreement to develop a rail freight terminal network in northern Vietnam
Copenhagen
Initial investment estimated at around $3.5 billion
IFM Investors to acquire CPPIB and OMERS' stakes in Associated British Ports
London
Agreement reached for the transfer of 63.9% of the capital of the British port group
DSV, Air & Sea and Contract Logistics drive third quarter, while road transport slows
Copenhagen
Road division suffers from problems following Schenker integration
Decarbonizing shipping: The UK should learn from FuelEU Maritime's mistakes.
London
The UK Chamber of Shipping presents the government with a document with lessons from the first two years of application of the European regulation
The port of Antwerp-Bruges returns to growth in the third quarter, with a +2.5% after two quarters of decline
Antwerp
Containers, ro-ro and dry bulk are driving the recovery, while steel and energy products remain in difficulty
Interferry renews alarm over postponement of road haulage inclusion in the EU ETS
Victoria
Roos: The burdens and challenges of decarbonisation cannot be borne by individual sectors
The port of Trieste recovers on container traffic in the third quarter, but the railway remains in difficulty
Trieste
Liquid bulk on the rise
Record quarterly cruise traffic at Global Ports Holding terminals
Istanbul
Only the numbers in the Eastern Mediterranean and Adriatic region are decreasing
Rheinmetall confirms partnership with MSC for acquisition of Romanian shipyard in Mangalia
Düsseldorf
The purchase price of approximately 138 million euros will be paid jointly by the two partners
Strait of Hormuz: Another weekend of attacks on ships
Tehran/Southampton
First use of RPG anti-tank rocket fired from a small vessel
Port of Rotterdam: General cargo declines in third quarter, bulk traffic increases
Rotterdam
In the first nine months of 2026, 323.2 million tonnes were handled (+0.9%)
The Ligurian Shipbuilding Observatory is born: a sector worth two billion euros and employing over 10,000 people.
Genoa
AdSP, Confindustria Genova and Unione Industriali Savona launch permanent monitoring of the sector
BPA says UK container growth depends on investment, not carbon leakage
London
A report by the British association contests the Spanish Observatory: the indicator in teu-miles does not measure real volumes and amplifies the effect of the order of ports of call
ETS: Shipping accounts for 10% of emissions but pays nearly 20% of the bill.
Brussels
ECSA Study: European Shipowners Call for Triple SMAP Quotas for Sustainable Fuels and Technologies
AP Moller Capital to acquire Portek International Port Group
Copenhagen
It will be sold by the Japanese company Mitsui & Co.
Washington and Madrid's port dispute threatens to escalate into a trade war.
Washington
The FMC proposes a levy of 200 thousand dollars per voyage on ships under the Spanish flag and restrictions on the import of certain products
Port reform: the Commission rejects the governance changes to Ports of Italy.
Rome
Yesterday, the Chamber of Deputies' Committee voted on Article 9 of Bill 2925: the opposition's amendments were rejected; further consideration has been postponed to another session.
Port of Singapore sets new all-time record for quarterly container throughput (TEUs)
Singapore
Marine fuel sales highlight ongoing transformation of fuel market
Two container ships hit by shells while transiting the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Singapore
The "GFS Pride" suffered damage and a fire on board, and subsequently sank
Attacks on ships and ports: ETF appeals to EU leaders
Brussels
"We need action, not another declaration of concern": the union calls for worker safety to be placed at the heart of the European response in the Black Sea.
RINA held responsible for the sinking of the Al Salam Boccaccio '98 , according to the Genoa court.
Genoa
The company declares its profound disagreement and recalls the conclusions of other investigations
Peru plans second major national port
File
The port of Corío will be built on the southern coast of the country to also serve Brazilian exports
Attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz and the Black Sea are multiplying.
Sofia/Southampton/New Delhi
Two vessels hit in Bulgaria's special economic zone
Maritime ETS: SMAP under scrutiny by those who produce the fuels of the future
Brussels
A joint letter from producers, utilities, shipowners and NGOs calls for the reservation of quotas for e-fuels and the introduction of advance booking
The Port of Los Angeles sets new all-time monthly and quarterly container throughput records.
Los Angeles
New peaks in full containers upon disembarkation and empty boxes
Rheinmetall acquires Mangalia shipyard for €138 million
Bucharest
The project is linked to the relaunch of the Romanian shipbuilding industry and the construction of four units for the Navy
United Transport Mutual is born: ships, ports and logistics under the same insurance umbrella.
London
UK P&I Club and TT Club members approve merger, retaining names, brands and teams
Spain, short sea shipping is declining
Madrid
SPC Spain warns that the costs of environmental regulations are pushing trafficking away from the sea
Port of Ravenna, August at -20.5% and September estimated at -9%.
Ravenna
Global trade is more resilient than expected. AI is boosting goods, while services are holding back.
Geneva
The WTO has revised its estimates: goods growth of 3.9% in 2026, services growth of 3.3%. But the impact of the Middle East crisis is not the same for everyone.
European ports: sustainability enters the implementation phase
Brussels
From policies to results: the ESPO report photographs the sector's progress, declines, and priorities.
Le Aziende informano
Ufficiali di Macchina: l'Accademia Italiana della Marina Mercantile apre le selezioni per il corso ITS triennale gratuito. Scadenza 26 ottobre
German Federal Government Bans Sale of Zippel to Chinese Group COSCO
Berlin
In February the antitrust authority had approved it
Fedespedi Report: Northern Adriatic Ports Are Growing, But They Speak Slovenian and Croatian
Milan
Assoporti represented the Italian position on the EU ETS at ESPO
Rome
Petri: No to the indiscriminate application of rules designed for profoundly different territorial realities.
DP World secures ten more years of management of the multipurpose terminal at the port of Luanda
Dubai
Since 2021, it has invested over 260 million dollars in it
Port of Naples, the Darsena di Levante - warns Confindustria Napoli - can no longer wait
Naples
Hupac's new shuttle train between Busto Arsizio/Gallarate and Barcelona
Noise
The three-weekly service will be inaugurated on November 9th
Uniport: Port resilience must be transformed into growth
Uniport: Port resilience must be transformed into growth
Rome
The association is calling on the government to provide clear timelines for infrastructure and dredging, to give businesses more weight in decision-making, and to amend the EU ETS.
Bangladesh seeks to increase competitiveness of ship recycling sector
Dhaka
A plant for the treatment, storage and disposal of waste resulting from ship demolition is planned
Three merchant ships hit in the Black Sea in the special economic zones of Romania and Bulgaria
Bucharest/Sofia
The accidents have resulted in a serious toll: two dead, several injured and an entire crew missing.
HD Hyundai installs first system that eliminates container lashing and unlashing on ships
HD Hyundai installs first system that eliminates container lashing and unlashing on ships
Seoul
A 13,000 TEU container ship from CMA CGM has been equipped with it
Attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz continue
Southampton/London
Another vessel was hit yesterday. There have been 93 incidents in the Middle East since the beginning of the year.
Deep Wave expands its digital platform to passengers and cruises
Graz
Investment in Austrian MarineXchange
Construction of a cruise terminal has begun in the Japanese port of Naha.
Naha
Operations are scheduled to begin in March 2028.
Assiterminal promotes port reform, but calls for corrections to Ports of Italy.
Genoa
Three critical issues were highlighted by the terminal operators: the role of the AdSP, the overlap between the grantor and the concessionaire, and the retroactivity of the new regulations.
LNG Ships and Taxonomy: EU Court Rejects Lack of Methane Limits
The Commission will have to set a methane emissions threshold for maritime transport criteria. The appeal by three NGOs was partially upheld.
Ports: The EU Commission calls on Italy to reject the national flag requirement for towing and mooring.
Brussels
France and Spain also received a reasoned opinion: two months to comply with the regulation on port services.
Another ship attacked in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Tehran
Iran faces a shortage of basic goods, which are also imported through the Persian Gulf.
European Corridors: Italy Faces the 2030 Challenge
Brussels
National infrastructure largely compliant, but timing and funding of key projects remain uncertain
Electrification of ports and airports: the electricity grid is the new bottleneck
Brussels
Transport & Environment calls for speeding up connections and moving beyond the "first come, first served" criterion.
Boluda manages the multipurpose terminal at the Príncep d'Espanya pier in the port of Barcelona
Barcelona
The concession contract will have a duration of 16 years
The current value of Aeroporto di Genova Spa is between 14.9 and 15.9 million euros.
Genoa
PwC's assessment presented
FEPORT: EU ETS should not push transhipment out of Europe
Brussels
The terminal operators' federation calls on the ENVI commission to strengthen measures against tax evasion and to allocate part of the ETS revenues to ports.
New series of attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Tehran/Tampa
Three tankers hit by shells. Another vessel caught fire.
Eurokai, higher revenues but lower profits
Eurokai, higher revenues but lower profits
Hamburg
Revenue up 14.4% and traffic up 8.3%, but net profit fell by 8.3% due to the lower share of Eurogate.
Genoa's boarding tax: the Regional Administrative Court rules in favor of the City Council.
Genoa
The appeal of shipowners and shipping agents was rejected
The Regional Administrative Court of Liguria has ruled that...
Carnival reports record revenues and profits in the June-August quarter despite a 36% increase in fuel costs.
Carnival reports record revenues and profits in the June-August quarter despite a 36% increase in fuel costs.
Miami
Customer deposits are at their highest. Prices and occupancy are expected to record next year.
Paolo Moretti has been appointed CEO of RINA Spa.
Genoa
Giosuè Vezzuto has assumed the role of CEO of RINA Services
HD Hyundai and Kiewit to establish joint venture at new shipyard in the US
Houston/Seoul
The construction of both military and commercial vessels is planned
Konecranes' quarterly port equipment orders decline as revenue increases
Helsinki
Kuehne+Nagel's third quarter was very positive
Schindellegi
Growth in economic and operating results in all business segments
Wildcat's race for US defense: exclusive agreement with historic Fraser shipyard
Superior
The Miami Beach fund's operation is part of the government's plan to relaunch the American shipbuilding industry.
Port of Ancona: First single ZES authorization issued
Ancona
A three million euro investment in yacht construction has been unblocked.
Access to the port of Ravenna is authorized for vessels with a maximum draft of 11.00 meters.
Ravenna
Benevolent: it is a fundamental step for the economic and strategic development of the airport
Port of Genoa extends food inspection authorization to PSA SECH terminal
Genoa
The provision of the Ministry of Health expands the categories of products that can be subjected to control
On Thursday, the Unione Interporti Riuniti will present the ELODIE project at the Chamber of Deputies.
Rome
The aim is to create a digital federation of interports
ABB reports record orders of $12 billion in the third quarter.
Zurich
Revenues and profits also increased, while the group announced a joint venture with Mitsubishi Electric
In the third quarter of 2026, containers in the port of Barcelona decreased by -9.2%
Barcelona
The decline was driven by a 19.9% reduction in transhipment traffic.
COSCO Shipping Ports terminals set new quarterly container throughput record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September also volumes handled by CMPort
In August, the ports of Western Liguria handled 5.2 million tons of goods (+1.6)
Genoa
In Genoa, an increase of +6.1% was recorded, while Savona-Vado Ligure suffered a decrease of -10.0%.
Raben Italy opens a new warehouse in Pomezia
Milan
The goal is to consolidate the positioning and territorial expansion in road transport
Port of La Spezia signs agreement to develop blue economy and security projects
La Spezia
It was signed by the AdSP and the Foundation of the National Centre of the Underwater Dimension
The Port of Long Beach celebrates new monthly container throughput record
Long Beach
New all-time high also in the July-September quarter
The tender for the partial demolition of the North Pier of the Port of Ancona has been launched.
Ancona
The intervention includes the regularization of the relevant seabeds
HMM invests over $1.6 billion for 12 new container ships
Busan
By 2029, the delivery of eight 13,000 TEU vessels, three 2,800 TEU vessels and one 1,700 TEU vessel
Paolo Pessina confirmed as president of Federagenti
Rome
Unanimous vote of the Federation assembly
Negotiations have begun to renew the single collective bargaining agreement for the shipping industry.
Rome
The parties have agreed on a busy schedule of meetings
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 15.1% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
In September the increase was +25.0%
Maritime training: Appeal to the Regional Administrative Court (TAR) against the Port Authority's fee hike
Rome
ANIFORMAR, CONFORMAR, and 15 training centers challenge the MIT-MEF decree: increases reach up to 149.3%.
The Spinelli Group has opened a new empty container depot in Novi Ligure.
Genoa
Investment worth 14 million euros
Rhenus integrates its logistics services into a single hub at the Padua Interporto.
Padua
The site will bring together road transport, air and sea freight, warehousing and specialized services
A truck driver dies at the Cagliari canal port.
Cagliari
He would have been crushed by a load of large pipes
Maritime labor, Confitarma is concerned about the uncertainty arising from the Revenue Agency's interpretative stance.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries plans to expand shipbuilding capacity
Tokyo
The company plans to invest 100 billion yen
Trasportounito: The government is crazy if it thinks the road haulage crisis can be solved on its own.
Rome
Application of the diesel cost adjustment clause urged
Emanuele Grimaldi is the new president of the Malta International Shipowners Association.
Valletta
She takes over from Marily Frangista, who has been leading the association since April 2022.
The fourth edition of Green Logitics Expo kicks off tomorrow morning in Padua.
Padua
It will see the participation of over 300 exhibitors and the holding of 30 conference events
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports decreased by -1.1%.
Ankara
Volumes to and from Italy grew by +6.2%
Assiterminal, the flexibility of the PRPs should take into account the relevant market in which the ports operate
Genoa
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Cetus Maritime plans to list on the Euronext Growth Oslo stock market
Hong Kong
Acquisition of 16 ships in preparation for listing on the stock exchange
On Saturday, a U.S. jet struck a bulk carrier in the Gulf of Oman.
Tampa
Centcom: The ship had attempted to enforce a naval blockade against Iran.
Ship hit near Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A bullet started a fire which was later put out
OOCL reports 9.0% growth in vessel-borne volumes in the third quarter
Hong Kong
The increase in the value of maritime freight rates causes a +45.1% increase in revenues
HD Hyundai Marine Solutions to Acquire American Company Goltens Worldwide
Dubai/Seongnam
The company deals with the repair and maintenance of large marine engines and industrial machinery.
UNATRAS to the government: Immediately unblock measures to reduce diesel prices.
Rome
Road transport associations report delays and uncertainties in implementing the May 22 agreement and are calling for an urgent meeting.
Port of Taranto: Gugliotti renews his request to the government for funding for the port's wind farm.
Taranto
The project - he underlined - can neither be scaled down nor postponed.
Attack on a ship in the middle of the Persian Gulf
Southampton
The UKMTO reported that several projectiles caused casualties among the crew members.
Gioia Tauro: Addendum to the updated Port Plan approved
Gioia Tauro
The analysis will allow us to evaluate the Port Agency's employment and staffing needs.
Ships queuing, fuel wasted: how waiting at anchor can save you money.
Copenhagen
The Global Maritime Forum publishes Cargill's test results on 16 real-world voyages. Slowing down and arriving when the berth is free reduces fuel consumption and emissions.
ZIM raises full-year 2026 guidance
Haifa
Adjusted EBITDA and EBIT expected to be $2.7 billion/$3.0 billion and $1.4 billion/$1.7 billion
Gabriele Sangiorgi appointed acting secretary general of the Ravenna Port Authority.
Ravenna
Fabio Maletti's term has expired
Port of Genoa: Messina Terminal workers strike for one hour for a month
Genoa
The company reports that one of the union members did not show up at the last meeting as part of the cooling-off procedure provided for by the National Collective Labour Agreement.
Port of Taranto, agreement to participate in the development of the Valbasento Interporto in Ferrandina.
Matera/Taranto
A logistical-functional masterplan will be developed within 180 days
Attica, the deficit is reduced thanks mainly to capital gains and coverage
Kallithea
First half of the year with fewer crossings and slightly increasing revenues
Since the beginning of the year, passengers and goods on GNV ships have increased by +2% and +5%
Marrakech
Three-year strategic partnership with the Office National Marocain du Tourisme
Escola Europea - Intermodal Transport celebrates its 20th anniversary
Barcelona
A Mediterranean sea voyage between Barcelona, Civitavecchia, Palermo, and Genoa.
Filt Cgil, recognize maritime and port work as arduous
Rome
The union is calling for a clear provision to be included in the next budget law.
Tanker attacked in Hormuz
Southampton
The unit continued its navigation regularly
FS Logistix and Interporto Bologna presented the first Italian experimental DAC train
Assologistica event to discuss the Mediterranean strategy for Italian competitiveness
Rome
It will be held next October 30th in Naples
Sanilog launches a special cancer prevention campaign.
Rome
Three new areas dedicated to the prevention of head and neck and oral cavity cancers and the assessment of vascular risk
Contract awarded for dredging and completion of the electrification of the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Gioia Tauro
They will be carried out respectively by Dravo and RTI Saet-Suardi
Student Naval Architect Award Awarded in Genoa
Genoa
The d'Amico Group and the Royal Institution of Naval Architects recognize excellence in naval engineering.
Freight transport is more expensive for Malta: €35 million per year between ETS, FuelEU and BAF
Zebbug
The hauliers' association calls on the government to challenge a European policy designed for the continent.
CMA CGM has finalized the acquisition of FedEx Supply Chain.
Marseille/Atlanta
With the transaction, CEVA Logistics' presence in North America has tripled.
Contships to order 10 feeder vessels with options for a further 10+10
Athens
Letter of intent with China's Hubei Guangji Green Energy Shipbuilding Group Co.
DP World signs agreement to develop deepwater port in Nigeria's Ogun State.
Dubai
The project includes approximately four kilometers of docks
New port regulations for Civitavecchia, Fiumicino, and Gaeta have been approved.
Civitavecchia
The procedural agreement with Interminal in Gaeta has been approved.
Kotug Acquires Majority Stake in Vortex Offshore
Rotterdam
The Dubai-based company provides maritime services to the offshore industry in the Middle East.
Over €1.9 billion in Spain to improve road and rail connections between ports
Madrid
Port authorities will contribute 875.1 million euros
Attica Holdings sold the ro-pax vessel Levka Ori for €8.3 million.
Kallithea
The ferry was built in 1987
DFDS's Trieste-Damietta ro-ro service will become bi-weekly in mid-October
Copenhagen
Inserting a second vessel into the route
The Italian Merchant Marine Academy increases cooperation with the Port of Durres.
Genoa
A memorandum of understanding has been signed
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
Assologistica event to discuss the Mediterranean strategy for Italian competitiveness
Rome
It will be held next October 30th in Naples
On Thursday, the Unione Interporti Riuniti will present the ELODIE project at the Chamber of Deputies.
Rome
The aim is to create a digital federation of interports
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Cosco Shipping arm readies China IPO to capitalise on global shipbuilding wave
(South China Morning Post)
Rosatom expects cargo traffic along Northern Sea Route to rise 14% in 2026 - CEO
(Interfax)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
A volume on the history of the Tuscan port system will be presented in Livorno on Friday.
Livorno
A comparison of the key players in the port sector: from the reforms of the 1990s to the challenges of the future.
Suardiaz takes delivery of a 5,000-car LNG-powered car carrier
Madrid
A second PCTC vessel is expected in mid-2027
Hapag-Lloyd raises its 2026 outlook further
Hamburg
Strong demand and rising spot freight rates are pushing the company to significantly increase its EBITDA and EBIT forecasts.
UNIPORT's public meeting will be held in Rome on October 6th.
Rome
Debate on port reform and other relevant aspects of the sector
Tarros and Nurminen Logistics launch new Scandinavian-Mediterranean intermodal service
La Spezia/Helsinki
The land route connects Örebro, Parma and La Spezia
Pilot project for the production and use of green hydrogen at the port of Savona
Savona
Paroli (Western Ligurian Port Authority): a port area has been identified for work.
The first caisson of the breakwater protecting the regasification plant off the coast of Ravenna has been laid.
Ravenna
The maritime work will be approximately 900 metres long
Fincantieri and PT PAL sign agreement for the modernization of an Indonesian Navy vessel
Trieste
This is the "Kri Sriwijaya" unit (formerly "Giuseppe Garibaldi")
In Italy, the blue economy is worth 225 billion, and the nautical industry alone exceeds 10 billion in exports.
Rome
SACE's Focus On presented at the Genoa Boat Show
Fire aboard the Blue Star Ferries ro-ro vessel Blue Carrier 2
Kallithea
The 29 people on board were evacuated
Costs and timescales for the reconstruction of the four US Navy shipyards are rising exponentially.
Washington
If in 2018 21 billion dollars and 20 years of work were expected, today the estimate is 200 billion and at least 50 years.
Shipping faces its triple challenge: decarbonization, geopolitics, and the new geography of the automotive industry.
Chaff
At the Euromed Convention in Grimaldi, the sector is dealing with new environmental regulations, increasingly exposed routes and the shift of automotive production towards Southeast Asia.
Orizzonte Sistemi Navali signs a €3.7 billion contract for two destroyers
Trieste
The "Domenico Millelire" PPA has been delivered to the Navy.
Livorno: The Supreme Court of Cassation overturns the convictions in the Darsena Toscana docks affair.
Rome
The appeal ruling overturned the court's acquittal and convicted three defendants of ideological forgery.
The Port of Rijeka expects to close 2026 with a record container traffic of 800,000 TEUs.
River
With the new terminal on the island of Krk, traffic could rise to 1.7 million TEUs
Offshore wind energy funding: Pichetto reassures Taranto, but Taranto demands certainty.
Taranto
The 2026 funding for the Apulian port drops to €13.9 million. Gugliotti hopes for a formal confirmation of the remaining resources in 2027.
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