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BRIEFS
December 20, 2017
Sched Netweb site
  • Cosco Shipping Ports volume growth slows down, overseas ports remain strong
  • UK port of Felixstowe handles milestone one millionth TEU by rail
  • US ports need improvements to boost efficiency, competitiveness
  • Port of Houston sees cargo volumes rise 9pc through November to total 35m tonnes
  • November is Adelaide port's busiest month for container traffic in 2017
  • Andhra Pradesh seeks greater investment from South Korea
  • Eight crew members of cargo ship rescued by Indian coast guard
  • Schaefer Systems expands footprint in North American headquarters
  • Cathay group volumes soar 12pc reflecting strength of world air cargo markets
  • SF Express moves ahead with plan to set up air cargo hub in China in a joint venture
  • DHL obtains CEIV certification at six US stations

Exim Indiaweb site
DECEMBER 19, 2017
  • Continued support for safe & sustainable ship recycling in Bangladesh
  • HMM finalising strategies for 2018
  • Improved shipping rates & stable near-term industry prospects enhances Hapag-Lloyd's outlook
  • Maersk Trade Finance crosses 100th customer milestone in India
  • Safmarine achieves landmark by shipping 53 commercial buses on flat bed container in a single vessel from Nhava Sheva
  • Study pitches for containerisation & augmenting capacity of existing Indian ports
  • Tokyo Customs recognises NYK's Tokyo Container Terminal
  • 'Infrastructure status to logistics sector will provide impetus to the industry'
  • Mangaluru Customs Commissionerate acknowledged for quality management
  • Nationwide e-way Bill system to bring uniformity across states for seamless inter-state movement of goods
  • Govt takes steps to avoid holding up of solar panels & accessories at ports
  • High global demand drove impressive export growth in Nov., says FIEO
  • India ranked 60th most innovative country on Global Innovation Index 2017
  • Total sugar production estimated to be around 249 lakh MT during 2017-18

IHS Maritimeweb site
DECEMBER 19, 2017
  • Sediment in the crosshairs - dredging technology focus
  • Politics, fuels and autonomy - the world in 2018 for dredging and port construction
  • MPP/heavy lifter hire rates picking up
  • Dania Ship Management plans to expand to dry cargo
  • Wisdom Marine books two Ultramax bulkers at Kawasaki HI
  • HMM discloses plans for building mega container ships
  • Shipowners prepare for monitoring phase of EU carbon data reporting
  • CJ Logistics to merge with construction affiliate
  • SM Line calls for cooperation with HMM

The Loadstarweb site
DECEMBER 19, 2017
  • ModusLink pays $476m to acquire US direct mail specialist IWCO
  • Industry observer warns fresh hopes for freighter slots at Schiphol may be premature
  • Upturn in shipping fortunes a bonus for container manufacturers
  • Death of rail CEO Harrison renews health disclosure debate
  • Panalpina expands perishables network with takeover of Adelantex and AD Handling
  • EU members agree reporting rules for truck CO2 emissions
  • Patrik Ziegler moves from Agility to take the reins at GAC North America
  • COO Boris Blanche becomes managing director of the IRU

Marine Logweb site
DECEMBER 19, 2017
  • Newport News awarded $468 million Columbia class contract
  • VIDEO: Silver Ships gives ALDOT Dive Team boat a new lease on life
  • ABS to class LNG bunkering ATB on order at VT Halter Marine
  • HullWiper cleaning system now available in Suez Canal ports
  • Crowley Maritime names Ketra Anderson VP of SSQE
  • Marcon fixes 3,900 mile tow
  • Senators to Mattis: Block buy best way to add two new carriers
  • Icebreaking tug will be first vessel with Wärtsilä HY hybrid solution

Lloyd's Listweb site
DECEMBER 19, 2017
  • Brussels endorses amended Malta tonnage tax after five-year probe
    Island has agreed to cure certain breaches of state aid rules to win 10-year endorsement
  • Marmaras acquires CPO Asia from Offen fleet
    Greek owner makes first cape acquisition in about 18 months as broker says further price rises not ruled out
  • Charterers' confidence grows, survey shows
    Shipping confidence at highest in three and a half years, says Moore Stephens
  • Three Hamburg tug operators face $15m cartel fines
    Fairplay, Bugsier and Petersen & Alpers co-operation unlawful, authorities rule
  • Scorpio may delay scrubbers decision beyond 2020
    Executive Cameron Mackey warns regulation and uncertain fuel oil future makes scrubbers a risky venture
  • Eagle Bulk adds to ultramax fleet
    Purchase brings the company's ultramax tally to 12 as it sees solid minor bulks trade into next year
  • Brookes Bell building a centre of expertise
    UK-headquartered expert consultancy is gathering together a team of maritime experts to offer the right person for the right job
  • Maurice Meehan: An environmental champion of passion and ability
    The Carbon War Room's shipping head Maurice Meehan dies suddenly, aged 42
  • Borealis Maritime plans in-house commercial manager for chemtankers
    Borealis Tankers lures senior hires from Atlantis Tankers
  • 'Our industry needs to do more to stop sexual harassment and sexual assault'
    If we want to continue to attract women into the maritime industries, we need to provide a workplace where we...
  • Baltic Exchange takes deckplate approach in switch to TD3C
    London-based exchange opts for trading accuracy rather than historical consistency
  • Daily Briefing
    THE withdrawal of valemax ownership doesn't spell the beginning of the end for Vale's dominance in longhaul dry bulk shipping...
  • Barge congestion continues at key European box ports
    Contargo maintains surcharge on services to and from Rotterdam and Antwerp as waiting times persist of 12-72 hours
  • Top 10 women in shipping 2017
    Our 2017 Top 100 most influential people in shipping series -- published this week and available here -- includes many...
  • BDI cannot be both a shipping barometer and effective trading platform
    Proposed omission of handysize segment detracts from goal of using the BDI as a barometer of dry bulk markets, says...
  • Wisdom Marine to order supramax duo at Kawasaki Heavy
    Vessels scheduled for delivery over 2019-2020
  • Korea outlines measures to prevent vessel collisions
    Move comes in response to collision between fishing vessel and coastal tanker off Yeongheung island early on December 3 that...
  • DSME extends delivery for Maran Gas LNG carrier newbuilds
    Orders were for a total of six vessels under two shipbuilding contracts
  • Shanghai tops Drewry's port connectivity index
    Consultancy says port connectivity is as important as size or scale
  • Singamas Container expects a return to profit
    Company cites growing box demand amid the improvement in international shipping volumes as key factor
  • FSL Trust in talks to extend loan maturity
    Trust has applied to the Singapore High Court for a scheme of arrangement regarding its obligations under the loan facility
  • CDB Leasing agrees $514.3m LNG carriers deal with Dynagas
    Vessels are loss-making, but will serve the Yamal project
  • Vard to build $318m electric hybrid cruiseship for Ponant
    Polar Class 2 cruise vessel will have icebreaking capabilities and be powered by liquefied natural gas and batteries
  • Damen signs deal with Concordia to build inland waterway ships
    Joint venture named Concordia Damen Shipbuilding

The Journal of Commerceweb site
DECEMBER 19, 2017
  • Without volume to warrant double shifts, US ports extend gates
  • Maersk pressures forwarders amid market share battle
  • Mississippi River container-barge service set to expand
  • Senate committee rejects Trump nominee to head Ex-Im Bank
  • Korea's SM Line aims to partner with HMM on trans-Pacific
  • Despite actions, Antwerp, Rotterdam congestion persists
  • Maersk expands India customer credit program

TradeWindsweb site
DECEMBER 19, 2017
  • Carnival beats estimates despite lower earnings
    Company takes bullish stance toward full-year 2018 after hurricane hit fourth quarter.
  • Moody's downgrades Eletson on poor market, newbuildings
    Revised rating comes as the agency holds a negative outlook on the tanker sector.
  • Trend Discovery buys chuck of Diana Containerships
    A Delaware venture capitalist company has bought into Diana Containerships. Trend Discovery has snapped up a 38,000 bundle of shares in the shipowner, which is sufficient for a 5.02% stake. Its move comes just a few days after Morgan Stanley reported it held a 5% equity stake in Diana Containerships. Trend Discovery is led by managing partner Brad Hoagland and invests in both public and priv
  • Nautilus calls for crew clarification post-Brexit
    Union wants guarantee UK seafarers will still be able to work on EU-flagged ships.
  • Exmar set for VLGC order after Statoil tender win
    Deal would take the company into direct VLGC ownership.
  • Carbon War Room's Maurice Meehan dies
    Environmental think-tank pays tribute to shipping operations director.
  • Gard maps out the next 100 years
    CEO Roppestad says P&I club must contribute to healthy ecosystems and strong communities to stay the course.
  • Reederei Roth chief confirms bulker sale
    Ship worth $80m at market peak in 2008 has been sold now for $8m.
  • German trio drydocked at Gibdock
    Yard hails more business from operators like Dohle and Ahrenkiel.
  • Eagle Bulk Shipping confirms ultramax purchase
    Owner announces transaction first uncovered by TradeWinds last week.
  • Navigare Capital Partners moves into crude tankers
    Fund adds aframax to product tanker, dry cargo and boxship purchases.
  • Eesti eyes LNG terminal or bunker ship
    Estonian operator wants a piece of the LNG-fuelled vessel market.
  • Triyards seeks more time for audit
    Restructuring Singapore yard asking SGX to extend quarterly results deadline.
  • SolstadFarstad doubles savings target to $95m
    Norwegian owner wants to find more synergies following merger with Deep Sea and Farstad.
  • Borealis starts new tanker management venture
    Borealis Tankers will start with in-house chemical carrier operations from Istanbul, but is targeting third-party owners.
  • OPEC cuts drag Middle East VLCC fixtures to five-year low
    Credit Suisse sums help explain why winter market has failed to fire.
  • Maersk Drilling bags $100m from asset sale
    Cash deal tightens company's focus in the offshore area of the market.
  • Mercator's loss grows in second quarter
    Indian tanker and LPGC owner hit by revenue fall.
  • Shinsung Shipping orders cargoship quartet
    Korean owner goes for fleet renewal at Dayang Offshore in China.
  • Pacific Radiance reveals debt of $519m
    Owner has laid up 36 ships as refinancing talks continue.
  • Kim Heng ties-up ex-Swiber anchor handlers
    Offshore player secures access to Malaysian waters as OSVs secure short term charters.
  • Wisdom Marine heads to Kawasaki for bulkers
    Taiwan owner makes it five ship acquisitions in six months with latest newbuilding order.
  • Pavilion to supply LNG bunkers to PSA Marine
    Green fuel to be used on tug newbuildings due to be delivered to Singapore firm in 2019.
  • Pen Test Partners: Hackers could sink a bulker
    Potential weakness found in hull stress monitoring systems born in pre-internet age.

American Shipperweb site
DECEMBER 19, 2017
  • Rising tide lifts U.S. container port volumes to record levels in 2017
    After several years of tepid global trade growth, the North American port sector is booming. So far in 2017-both the calendar year and fisc...
  • UPS places pre-order for 125 Tesla semis
    UPS Inc. has placed a reservation for 125 of Tesla's new fully-electric Semi tractors, the global package delivery and logistics company an...
  • Senate committee rejects Ex-Im Bank chairman nominee
    The Senate Banking Committee voted this morning to rejectScott Garrett, President Trump's nominee to lead the U.S. Export-Import Bank (Ex-I...
  • Port of Tilbury requests consent order for second terminal
    London's Port of Tilbury has submitted an application for a development consent order (DCO) to build a new terminal adjacent to the current...
  • CMPH signs 99-year lease to run struggling Sri Lankan port
    China Merchants Port Holdings has taken over commercial operations at the struggling Port of Hambantota on Sri Lanka's southern coast, rece...
  • East Coast Warehouse adds capacity at Port of NY/NJ
    Elizabeth, N.J.-based East Coast Warehouse & Distribution, a fourth-party logistics provider (4PL) specializing in temperature-controll...
  • Maersk Line launches online platform to combat booking cancellations
    Maersk Line has launched a new online platform for end-to-end freight booking that aims to reduce last-minute booking cancellations, a spok...
  • Panama Canal ups maximum authorized draft for Neopanamax locks
    In the wake of recent rainfall that brought two artificial lakes that link to the Panama Canal to their operating limits, the Panama Canal ...
  • Online furniture retailer to open 319,000-sq.-ft. facility near Jaxport terminals
    Online-only furniture brand Article will double the size of its U.S. distribution space in 2018 by opening a 319,000-square-foot facility n...

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
DECEMBER 19, 2017
  • NYMEX January crude goes off the board near Bollinger middle band
    NYMEX January crude settled 30 cents higher Tuesday at $57.46/b on expiry, which was just a few cents above the contract's Bollinger Band midpoint that signifies neutral territory.
  • Corpus Christi port sees crude exports rising to 1.792 mil b/d by 2020: COO
    The Port of Corpus Christi Commission has revised its recent forecast of crude exports for 2020, adding another 704,000 b/d, even as major constraints remain before it can become a leading US energy port, Chief Operating Officer Sean Strawbridge said.
  • Nebraska upholds Keystone XL approval, sparking likely court battle
    Nebraska regulators on Tuesday upheld their decision to allow TransCanada to build the stalled 830,000 b/d Keystone XL crude pipeline, albeit on an alternative route.
  • UK Forties pipeline repairs could take up to three more weeks
    Repairs needed to bring the UK's main crude supply pipeline, Forties, back on stream are making "steady progress" and could take up to three more weeks, pipeline operator Ineos said Tuesday.
  • Saudi Arabia eyes 12% rise in oil revenues for 2018 budget
    Saudi Arabia's budget for 2018 will require a significant increase in oil income to help fund a record $260 billion spending spree, according to a statement Tuesday.
  • Fuel oil flows east from ARA recover in December
    Flows of fuel oil to the East have recovered ground from November with Rotterdam loadings expected to be 900,000 mt for December, up from 300,000 mt which departed from the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp blending and bunker hub in November.
  • Cyprus eyes up LNG-powered future, phasing out gasoil imports
    The Electricity Authority of Cyprus has said it will switch to LNG at its power stations by 2020, with a view to winding down its current reliance on gasoil imports.
  • External: Wired Bunkering
  • Iran's oil minister eyes gasoline self-sufficiency from mid-2018
    Zanganeh said he believed "stabilization" would follow the start up of phase two of the Persian Gulf Star condensates refinery.
  • US bunker player WFS tops Aegean Marine's list of approved debtors
    Glencore Group's Chemoil and Oceanconnect, Hapag-Lloyd AG, Mitsui, Qatargas and Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics AS/ Eukor Car Carriers Inc are among others.
  • One-third of shippers to opt for scrubbers to meet IMO 2020 sulfur cap: Foreship
    Attractive ROI on scrubbers to promote scrubbers uptake.
  • FUTURES: Crude remains stable in Asia, Brent/WTI spread above $6/b

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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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