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BRIEFS
May 17, 2017
Sched Netweb site
  • Zim narrows quarterly loss to US$6.4 million from $56.3 million
  • Savannah handles 10,000 TEU working 13,092-TEU Cosco Development
  • International Chamber of Shipping seeks 50pc CO2 emission cut in 2050
  • DHL quarterly profit up 0.3pc to US$732 million, all business segments up
  • Agility Q1 profit up 11.1pc to US$47.9 million as sales rise 7.3pc
  • Hamburg port's quarterly earnings rise 34pc to US$26.67 million
  • 'K' Line to merge ship management units into new division
  • Adani to open new container terminal at Ennore port by mid-June
  • DHL tries out new tech to make for a speedier, safer warehouse
  • DHL Global Forwarding to open hub in Stuttgart to tap China rail
  • UN consultative group backs zero-emission global warming aims
  • Lars Jensen warns carriers of falling into One Touch ecommerce trap
  • Air cargo operators quit Brussels after noise pollution fines hit
  • Emirates profit falls 70pc to US$670 million as revenues rise 2pc
  • IAG Cargo adds low cost airline LEVEL to its freighter fleet

Exim Indiaweb site
MAY 16, 2017
  • FFFAI highlights working problems with ICEGATE & related issues in representation to CBEC Chairperson
  • Implementing international regulations to promote maritime safety, security & improved working conditions stressed
  • NCHAA to organise GST meet in Noida after GSTC meeting in Srinagar
  • Regional centre promoting ship energy-efficiency technologies & operations launched
  • Ryal Logistics Pvt. Ltd - Going strong at 20
  • Smaller vessels will see freight rate recovery in LPG segment, says analysis
  • Exports continue to surge, up 20 pc in April 2017
  • V.O. Chidambaranar Port's coal handling capacity to see four-fold increase
  • Multimodal logistics park to come up near Kamarajar Port
  • Economic outlook survey projects GDP growth of 7.4 pc for 2017-18
  • CBDT simplifies linking PAN with Aadhaar

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Another world
  • Certification - but how?
  • TIR to boost transport along Belt and Road route
  • New site in Romania opens for business
  • Panama Canal sees transits soar in April
  • 455 measures to improve rail network
  • Honours for Air Canada's CFO today
  • Logwin opens up near Perth
  • Leadership change at Unilode (formerly Chep)
  • K Line merging affiliates
  • Funds for building Australia's inland rail
  • Canadian North resumes regional routes
  • "Heavy" takeover in Philadelphia
  • Best "smart port" information systems in Marseille
  • ECS welcomes Oman Air Cargo in Benelux region
  • Dropping anchor in Algeciras
  • China and Pakistan to modernise rail link

IHS Maritimeweb site
MAY 16, 2017
  • Port State Control agreement to tighten check on sub-standard ships
  • Lauritzen's outlook remains unchanged as markets show signs of recovery
  • Shanghai's new IMO-EU centre aims to tackle regional ship emissions
  • IRClass targets Southeast Asia with a view on quality
  • Thoresen Thai Agencies restores profitability
  • Avance Gas sees another year of challenge ahead after 1Q17 loss
  • Samsung HI resumes work, except accident scene
  • Beyond Q1 losses, ASL Marine expects weak demand ahead
  • POSH ups claim to USD11.3 million in OSV charter dispute with Makamin
  • NYSHEX portal to enforce shipper-liner contracts
  • Profits for SM Group's shipping entities
  • Cargill, Navios purchase bulk carriers amid rising prices
  • Corporate governance scorecard: Kirby best, DryShips worst

The Loadstarweb site
MAY 16, 2017
  • The Hanjin effect: improved first-quarter may be the turning point for HMM
  • Smoother sailing for carriers with higher Asia-Europe contract freight rates
  • Top passenger airport Atlanta invests heavily to boost its cargo credentials
  • 'Trade drives progress' says IRU, with TIR crucial to Belt & Road initiative
  • OOCL grabs the crown as its 21,413 teu behemoth takes to the seas
  • Start-up the Airbnb of warehouses, with Amazon in its sights
  • Another day, another disruptor. Flexe is the Airbnb of warehousing. In fewer than five years, ...
  • Amazon's grand plan to eat the world

Lloyd's Listweb site
MAY 16, 2017
  • Yard Talk | How are shipbuilders making money again?
    Major listed yards in China and South Korea enjoy profitability in January-March
  • Suicide rates at sea have more than tripled in a year
    More than one in seven deaths on vessels were suicides - and social media may be the cause, according to UK P&I Club
  • Results Round-up
    Tankers look for bright spot in a challenging first quarter as dry bulk owners see mixed fortunes
  • GulfMark to file for Chapter 11
    Offshore outfit looks to slash more than $500m of debt as noteholders agree reduction in note payments in exchange for future equity
  • Major task ahead for lines amid new influx of ULCs
    Drewry highlights the risk of yet more big ships entering the major trades
  • Absence of one-off gains cuts Pan Ocean profit
    South Korean dry bulk owner stays in the black and has high hopes for 2017
  • Equity markets take dim view of box shipping prospects
    Overcapacity and competition lead to bearish outlook for liner companies, conference told
  • Fresh coal cargoes fail to stem supramax bulker slide
    Despite overall fall, spot deal reported at $20,000 per day from Colombia to Chile
  • Avance Gas looks beyond losses to hopes of a better 2018
    Focus is now on maintaining operational efficiency, reducing costs and preserving strong liquidity position and balance sheet
  • Success of new alliances too early to call
    BIMCO analyst says meaningful judgements cannot be made until at least 2018
  • Cosco Shipping poised to launch investment fund
    As well as financing newbuildings and secondhand tonnage, venture will also focus on distressed shipping assets, restructuring and securitisation deals
  • Distressed debt investor linked to HSH Nordbank bid
    Cerberus eyes German lender's non-performing loans
  • Navios Acquisition posts lower first-quarter profits
    Angeliki Frangou says fleet scored 42% higher rates than tanker spot market
  • Offen rules out boxship orders amid continued overcapacity threat
    Huge volume of new boxship deliveries in the coming years could make fragile recovery stillborn, say industry experts
  • Eight-day strike to hit Spanish ports
    Go-slows in major ports have already begun as unions protest labour reforms
  • Box shipping recovery relies on ordering restraint, owners told
    Shipyard overcapacity remains a threat to stability, says James Frew
  • Torm posts small first-quarter profit
    Danish tanker operator confirmed sales of three ships built in the early 2000s
  • J. Lauritzen's owner injects capital as loss widens
    Market remains challenging despite improving dry bulk rates, says chief executive
  • Further consolidation likely if box line balance sheets not repaired
    Carriers cannot afford another extended period without profitability
  • World box traffic surged 10% in first quarter
    Intra-regional trade was the primary driver of growth, with volumes up 17%, versus 7% for deepsea traffic, CTS preliminary data shows
  • HMM seeks handling fees review with PSA at Hyundai Pusan Newport Terminal
    Shipping line says it pays higher fees compared with other carriers using terminals in the port
  • Settlement deal reached with most of the Stellar Daisy seafarers' families
    Polaris Shipping says it will continue the search for the 22 missing crew members to the best of its ability
  • Thoresen Shipping back in the black on BDI recovery
    Group's average TCE rate in the first quarter stood at $7,015 per day, an 87% rise from the year-ago period
  • GasLog Partners raises $139m from unit offering
    Net proceeds to go toward asset buys, debt repayment, capital expenditure and working capital

The Journal of Commerceweb site
MAY 16, 2017
  • Two-day strike disrupts Brazilian ports
  • KCS plans summer track maintenance
  • LA, GE launch 'smart' terminal to better handle surges
  • Rising market fails to lift stocks of Japanese carriers
  • LA-LB truck turn times stable amid new alliances
  • ILA leader sees no 'hiccup' on longshore negotiations
  • Rickmers Maritime fleet sale court case postponed
  • Productivity progress accelerates at India's top port
  • Poor rolling stock hampers Russian rail utilization
  • Spanish dockworkers to strike again over labor reforms
  • US shipping unit weighs on Sumitomo Warehouse earnings
  • Mexican Pacific coast competition intensifies

TradeWindsweb site
MAY 16, 2017
  • Navios Acquisition looking to take in First Ship Lease tankers
    New York-listed tanker arm of Navios group eyes most of takeover target's fleet.
  • Hansson and son lift NAO stake to 7.7%
    Executive chairman's family has spent $2.85m on offshore vessel owner's shares this week.
  • Euronav banks $150m from Nordic bond issue
    Move sees tanker owner add another 'footprint' in the capital markets, CFO says.
  • GulfMark reveals Chapter 11 plan backers
    DNB provides $35m loan while key institutional investors sign on to restructuring plan.
  • Torm watching and waiting with $265m war chest
    Jacob Meldgaard says products tanker owner has plenty of ammunition to go after the right deal.
  • Avance Gas: VLGC consolidation 'not over'
    Christian Andersen believes more M&A is on the way between gas carrier owners.
  • Carval tipped for panamax entry with double buy
    Brokers believe Cargill-linked owner is closing on a $30m transaction.
  • Polarcus hands stock options to new CEO
    Duncan Eley now holds 2.65m shares worth a potential $87,000.
  • GulfMark inks deal to head into bankruptcy
    Restructuring agreement will nearly wipe out existing shareholders but will reduce debt by $430m.
  • Wintermar clinches $71m debt deal with banks
    Indonesian offshore player wins more time to pay off debt in slump.
  • Navios Acquisition sees in-line profit decline
    Angeliki Frangou-led tanker owner also reveals new loan facility of $24m.
  • Abandoned reefer taken under tow
    Stricken Baltmed vessel heads away from Falkland Islands conservation zone.
  • Hyundai Mipo workers getting paid leave
    Management and union agree deal to idle workforce in slump.
  • Missing captain found alive on Spanish beach
    Master of car carrier taken to hospital after falling overboard in Cadiz.
  • Lorenzo Shipping slashes quarterly loss
    Filipino boxship owner reduces red ink in first quarter as revenue slides.
  • Exmar hits the road for bond finance
    Belgian owner floats possibility of new issue to pay off maturing $117m debt.
  • POSH increases claim in Makamin charter row
    Singapore owner adds $4.7m to legal action, as counterclaims fly.
  • Ferry owner 2Go makes less
    Manila-based company reports smaller net income as operational expenses rise.
  • KLC triples operating earnings
    Korean bulker and LNGC owner boosted by new SM Line in first quarter.
  • Eyal Ofer's Zodiac returns to VLCC market
    Second-hand deal marks tycoon's first purchase of a trading VLCC in a decade.
  • Eidesvik Offshore facing restructuring
    Owner logs bigger profit but says market situation could mean refinancing needed.
  • Torm sells two tankers and enters third leaseback deal
    Danish owner reveals latest deals alongside profitable first quarter performance.
  • Bulker bounce helps Lauritzen in first quarter
    Gas ship division also puts in stronger operating numbers in the first three months of 2017.
  • Neda Maritime sells older VLCC
    Lykiardopulo company offloads 2002-built tanker to compatriot, brokers say.
  • ASL Marine falls into the red
    Singapore OSV owner hit by higher costs in its third quarter.
  • Avance Gas crashes to first quarter loss
    Norwegian owner says VLGC recovery will not take place until 2018.
  • Cosco set to unveil international fund
    State giant's new project will only invest in shipping and offshore assets.
  • Interest expenses drag down Navig8 Product
    Surge in finance costs helped to fuel a plunge in quarterly profit at Nicolas Busch-led shipowner.
  • Thoresen Shipping returns to the black
    Owner of 20-strong supramax fleet rides freight rate rally to make positive start to financial year.
  • Hoegh Autoliners sends PCTCs for scrap
    Norwegian shipowner takes car carrier green recycling to 17 ships with latest disposal.
  • Pan Ocean expands handymax footprint
    South Korean shipowner's move looks to be part of wider build-up of dry cargo fleet.

American Shipperweb site
MAY 16, 2017
  • HMM reports smaller Q1 loss
    Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) reported an operating loss of 131 billion South Korean won (U.S. $117 million) in the first quarter of 2017, ...
  • Spanish unions call for more port strikes
    Spanish trade unions have called for another wave of port strikes in protest of the government's plan to change the existing labor system a...
  • Evergreen earnings turn a corner in Q1
    Evergreen Marine Corp. had a net profit of 168.9 million New Taiwan dollars (U.S. $5.6 million) for the first quarter of 2017, up from a lo...
  • Industry groups push for increased freight infrastructure spending
    Various freight transportation groups from around the country are traveling to Washington, D.C. this week to encourage more spending on inf...
  • New USTR chief gets to work
    Robert Lighthizer was officially sworn in Monday as the United States' new trade representative. "President Donald Trump made a promise to...
  • Executive Moves: VersaCold and Pilot Freight Services
    Source: Pressmaster/Shutterstock VersaCold Logistics Services appoints chief operating officer, while Pilot Freight Services names vice pres...
  • Port of Cleveland unveils future investments
    The Port of Cleveland unveiled projects to repair key bulkheads and improve efficiencies at its facilities. Over $6 million in funding wil...
  • UPS incorporates AI in package tracking
    Package delivery and logistics provider UPS has integrated its chatbot platform with the "UPS My Choice" function to allow customers to tra...
  • Milaha commences Doha-Dubai service
    Qatar-based maritime transport and logistics company Milaha is launching a new door-to-door shipping service between Doha and Dubai, the co...

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
MAY 16, 2017
  • TENDER DATA: Trafigura wins Surgutneftegaz fuel oil tender; sources
    Traders have expressed surprise at the very high levels at which the tender concluded.
  • Discipline in tanker orders offers chance for market stability: TORM CEO
    TORM's earning's presentation states a solid balance sheet with net loan-to-value of 55% and available liquidity of $405 million as of March 31.
  • ULSD moves out of ARA storage as contango narrows
    The June/July spread has been trading at minus 25 cents/mt in recent days, a record high for the June/July contract and a level unlikely to prove profitable for storage.
  • NWE LSFO cash flips to contango to front month as prompt supply rises
    The physical cash to front-month structure moved to a contango of $2.25/mt Monday from a $0.50/mt backwardation at the end of last week.
  • External: Wired Bunkering
  • FUTURES: Oil ticks up amid mixed outlook on supply
  • TRADER NOTE: Bunker Holding makes CEO changes at three subsidiaries
    New appointments are aligned with market requirements.
  • Saudi Arabia ratifies IMO's Ballast Water Management treaty
    Saudi Arabia deposited its instrument of accession with IMO on April 27.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
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Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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