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BRIEFS

November 22, 2017

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Hutchison Ports signs initial pact to develop Chernomorsk port, Ukraine APM Terminals changes focus by offering more inland services to BCOs Putin wants to bar foreign ships from using Russia's Northern Sea Route Elbe River dredging 'blockade' should be removed: Hamburg port official Oakland port's container imports hit record level of 76,706 TEU in Oct Carey Island port project is still on: Malaysia Transport Minister Shorter wait times at anchorage as congestion eases at Chittagong port FedEx expects to handle record 400m packages during holiday period HKIA sees steady cargo growth handling 430,000 tonnes in October Signs emerge of slowing cargo volume growth among European airlines CEVA opens pharma facility in UK with a pharmacy to dispense prescriptions

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NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Express Global Logistics moves RTGCs from Nhava Sheva to Mundra Hong Kong China War Risk Syndicate launched OOCL launches another 21,413-TEU vessel DP World Mundra introduces global standards of automation at terminal Full year container volume growth forecast increased JSW Infrastructure commences trial run of country's largest river-sea vessels between its Dharamtar & Jaigarh port facilities in Maharashtra CONCOR NWR felicitates top customers at 21st annual awards Maersk Line & Damco's first block train arrives in Europe from China JBS Academy conceptualises 4-day preparatory course for Regulation 6 exam aspirants South Gujarat - Cargo & Logistics Business Forum 2017 this Friday in Surat

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Groupe Eurotunnel changes name to Getlink UTair - new GSA in Vnukovo, Riga and Tashkent Technology award for propeller boss cap fins Chinese studying Erdenet-Ovoot railway Bolloré and Oro launch new platform Nolinor Aviation supports Canadian mining sector Carriers: better figures, little improvement, says Seaintel Three new VPs for inland waterway association Gefco sets up shop in Greece Rail signal upgrade in Egypt Icao welcomes 192nd member state Becker Logistics acquires Savage's 3PL business MAB Kargo's 3rd relief mission for Rohingya refugees Container growth takes a break Freja - new MD in New Year Blocktrain covers 10,815 km in 20 days

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NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Public players pivoting toward 'active' owner-operator model US hits North Korean ship-to-ship transfers Port Houston seeks resilience after Hurricane Harvey Golden Ocean breaks even in Q317, rates continue to strengthen on firm demand India's Mercator Limited appoints additional director COSCO Shipping Energy orders seven tankers at Dalian Shipbuilding STX O&S may need further cost-cutting to survive New MEPC chair Saito aims for policy continuity Dry bulk market eyes Pan Ocean Panamax Sungdong's liquidation value reportedly exceeds going-concern worth

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NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Alarm bells ringing over 'ticking time-bomb' of post-Brexit customs control Damco China-Europe blocktrain offers speedier and cheaper option for shippers Omnichannel sales pushing B2B deliveries towards more costly B2C supply chains Two 747-400Fs fetch $49m at Alibaba's Taobao online auction Omar Shamsie new president of Maersk Line in North America India's logistics gets 'infrastructure status' to boost investment The making of a Chinese giant: HNA Group

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NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Zim completes pilot of blockchain based paperless Bills of Lading VIDEO: ABB launches new situational awareness solution Crowley ATB delivers jet fuel to Puerto Rico SPS repair to Queen Mary 2 completed during transatlantic round trip Three box ships will have Langh scrubbers, EGR water treatment Philly Shipyard delivers final ship in Kinder Morgan quartet ICS: Shipyard overcapacity threatens sustainable growth Damen wins order for twin rig fishing trawler VIDEO: Celebrity orders Galapagos cruise vessel at De Hoop

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NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Marenave ditches Daus-Petersen Departure marks victory for Mahnke in ongoing struggle with Offen Navios Maritime net loss creeps up to $28m Earnings from vessel employment rise, but so do interest and finance costs Diana Shipping's third-quarter results improve despite Melite impairment Rising charter rates offer cushion as Greek owner posts narrower loss Daily Briefing North P&I heads to Dublin to skirt Barnier's Brexit passporting ban LNG: Sweet mix of supply-demand fundamentals Spot rates set to soar on market tightness as tonne-miles increase UK maritime lobbies set out their stalls ahead of the government's budget Industry associations' funding demands focus on crew training, infrastructure and port connectivity ahead of Brexit Peak season port performance in Europe CargoSmart analysed the vessel arrival delays and berth times of ocean carriers at the top five European container ports Offen and Döhle downplay debt standstill claims German shipowners dispute media reports of deal with HSH Nordbank Preparation is the best defence to cyber threats Shipping companies will be held accountable if they do not ready themselves for the inevitable attacks on their systems Flex LNG secures $315m flexible financing for newbuildings Fredriksen's vehicle for liquefied natural gas tankers posts mixed results for charter market plays Baltic Dry Index to be revamped The handysize time charter average will be dropped completely from the new BDI Update: Golden Ocean may consider dividend when it has free cash flow Chief executive says growth in global gross domestic product is positive for dry bulk trades Trafigura to build another LNG terminal at Port Qasim Project to comprise a new jetty, berth and a second floating storage and regasification facility Is China a boon or curse for Hong Kong's maritime arbitration aspirations? Belt and Road will provide the impetus, but Beijing has to convince the world that Hong Kong is not just another... Cosco Shipping orders four VLCCs and three suezmaxes for $554m Deliveries are scheduled between August 2020 and March 2021 Shipowners could see operating costs grow amid higher insurance premiums Substantial losses incurred by reinsurers on natural disasters this year could push premiums on hull & machinery and P&I higher... Korea Line third-quarter profits surge 537% Operating income soars 199% for the three months to September 30 while revenue rises 42% Government aid to shipyards impedes environmental sustainability efforts Industry needs to be economically sustainable in order to be environmentally sustainable, says ICS Zim pilots electronic bills of lading on China to Canada voyage System based on blockchain technology allows all participants to issue, transfer and receive original electronic documents British Ports Association urges authorities to prioritise transport infrastructure spending Industry should also look at ramping up rail freight networks and coastal shipping, especially with Brexit looming Star Bulk's new unit in Geneva to focus on grains charters The dry bulk owner also wants to increase exposure to the freight derivatives market

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NOVEMBER 21, 2017
ILWU eyes third terminal to organize superintendents Mexican rails tracking for intermodal growth acceleration Brazil customs strike heats up in fourth week Hamburg tops Europe ports in reliability through peak season Bangladesh opts to make Payra a deep-sea port Indian reform improves logistics access to credit Bolloré pact with e-commerce portal highlights B2B growth

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NOVEMBER 21, 2017
DryShips widens losses for third quarter New York-listed diversified shipowner sees higher costs compared to a year ago. Navios Holdings closes on note refinancing Dry bulk shipowner completes one note sale and wraps up early tender on other senior notes. BDI gains as mid-size bulkers bounce back Coal woes drag supramax and panamax rates to lows, but market may be near bottom. Pippard to lead Heidmar London-based Teekay veteran of 25 years to replace Ognibene at helm of Connecticut-based pools power. Carnival rebuys billions of dollars worth of shares Miami-based cruiseship owner has reacquired millions of shares through repurchase program -- and is rebuying more. Bollore Logistics partners with e-commerce firm Deal allows customers to buy goods over the internet. Golden Ocean chief executive opens up on dividend ideas Payout seriously in mind once remaining capex has been settled, Vartdal says. Seaport cuts 2017 EPS outlook on TEN Spot market weakness leads to second analyst notching 2017 lower, but 2018 may not be as bad as feared. Navios Holdings loss widens despite higher revenue Red ink is deeper than Street forecasts, though dry-bulk revenue improves from a year ago. Diana: Watch owners not yards for next bulker order wave President says rivals and not shipbuilders will be the key influence on bulker newbuilding activity. Ingar Skiaker falls on his sword at Hoegh Autoliners Executive moves to director's role at Leif Hoegh & Co following US settlement. Kalashnikov takes aim at shipping Russian arms and shipyard group to build eight bulkers for grain transport. Topaz brings seven ships out of layup Dubai OSV owner encouraged by strong tendering activity in Africa and Middle East. Greek owners tied to purchase of modern suezmax tankers Economou and Polemis mentioned as possible buyers of Dong-A pair. Diana Shipping cuts loss as rates rise Greek bulker owner adds more than $3,000 to daily TCE earnings. Baltic Dry Index shake-up planned for New Year Weightings change sees index focus on capes, panamaxes and supras. Smart shipping starts with small steps, says Martin Stopford Researcher says owners should start their digital transition by adopting simple processes that demonstrably add value. Zim completes blockchain voyage trial Israeli line claims paperless first from China to Canada. Crew rescued from stricken bulker Turkish helicopter takes crew from drifting Russian vessel. De Hoop scoops Celebrity order Dutch yard to build Galapagos cruiseship for RCCL company. Star Bulk looks for 'close to zero debt' before dividend Bulker owner wants to pay out throughout the cycles in future and is coy on expansion for now. WWL offloads Australian business Car carrier group sells stake in inland transport service to Prixcar. Pappas seeks data from the dark side after losing crystal ball Star Bulk chief sheds more light on logistics move and notes interesting twist to orderbook. Fesco pays $552m to noteholders Russian owner completes bond restructuring using VTB loan. Golden Ocean back in black as bulker recovery unfolds Shipowner logs small third quarter profit but speculation around dividend unfounded. Commerzbank cuts loan-loss provision to $198m German lender stepping up shipping portfolio reduction. Odfjell Drilling clinches Aker BP alliance Drillship company to carry out work off Norway for up to 10 years. Flex LNG fixes $315m of newbuild finance Fredriksen-backed company secures cash for DSME and Samsung ships as it redelivers two chartered-in LNG carriers. Evergreen ship was targeted by pirates Taiwanese-owned boxship named as vessel subjected to rocket propelled grenades. Wagenborg seals Shell walk-to-work charter Dutch owner says vessel will undergo 16 week conversion in advance of early 2018 start date.

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NOVEMBER 21, 2017
USDOT: Major challenges for 2018 include cybersecurity, highway and rail safety The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) says that various safety issues, including those in surface transportation infrastructure, hi... British ship insurer preparing for Brexit fallout British ship insurer NorthProtection and Indemnity (P&I) Club is preparing for post-Brexit fallout by setting up a new European Union (... Damco completes first block train service from China to Europe Damco, the third-party logistics subsidiary of Danish shipping conglomerate A.P. Moller - Maersk, has completed its first block train servi... Smart container provider SecureSystem opening U.S. subsidiary German smart shipping container solutions provider SecureSystem GmbH has launched an Arlington, Va.-based U.S. subsidiary, SecureSystem U.S... Cass Truckload Linehaul Index hits record high Linehaul truckload shipping costs in October increased 5.5 percent year-over-year, according to the Cass Truckload Linehaul Index. This is... Executive Moves: Höegh Autoliners and RSI Source: Pressmaster/Shutterstock Höegh Autoliners names chief executive officer, and the Railway Supply Institute appoints president. Norwe... Alibaba takes $2.9b stake in Sun Art Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. will invest $22.4 billion Hong Kong (U.S. $2.9 billion) to obtain a 36.16 percent stake... Hapag-Lloyd orders 3,700 reefer containers from MCI German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd is investing in 1,000 low-carbon refrigerant containers as part of a 3,700-unit order of Star Cool Integra... New CBP processing fees kick in Jan. 1 U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will implement various cargo processing fee increases for importers and carriers, effective Jan. 1...

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NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Key OPEC players back extension of production cut deal to the end of 2018: Zanganeh The clamor to extend OPEC and non-OPEC production cuts for nine months beyond March 2018 is growing louder, with Iranian Oil Minister Bijan Zanganeh saying that the "main players" are lining up behind an extension. Plastics to bunkers - Recycling Technologies eyes new frontier for marine fuel Transforming discarded plastics into bunker fuel could revolutionize marine fuel supply, according to UK-based waste management and engineering company Recycling Technologies. ICE Brent/WTI spread declines further as Keystone Pipeline remains shut The ICE Brent/WTI spread narrowed 6 cents to $5.74/b Tuesday, the smallest in nearly a month, as the closure of the Keystone Pipeline continued to squeeze that differential. TRADER NOTE: Maxcom Bunker appoints new managing director after smuggling allegations Italian marine fuel trader Maxcom Bunker has appointed a new managing director after its former CEO was arrested in connection with a gasoil smuggling operation. Iraq's AISSOT makes first loading of crude oil from Basrah Milestone comes two months after launching physical bunker supply in Iraq. Ship operators bullish for Supramax freight in Northwest Europe Supramax freight rates in the UK Continent and Baltic are expected to tick higher in coming weeks, ship operator sources said, after scrap charterers were seen Monday circulating cargo requirements for mid-December dates. TRADER NOTE: Bunker trader Trefoil hires Davy van den Tempel External: Wired Bunkering TRADER NOTE: Former Universal Energy bunker trader joins Peninsula Petroleum Hon was previously at Australia Bunkering. CLARIFICATION NOTE: Singapore, Mideast Gasoil strip, cash differentials to reflect 500 ppm till year-end US presses China to cut off oil supplies to North Korea Trump said Monday that the US will designate North Korea as a state sponsor of terrorism.

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RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Warsaw

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

TRANSPORTATION

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

Rome

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

PORTS

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

London

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

SHIPYARDS

MSC reportedly intends to buy Romanian shipyard Damen Mangalia

Prague

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

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

Medlog (MSC) Intermodal Terminal Opened in Paris Area

Geneva

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Rome

Luca Grilli confirmed as president for fourth consecutive term

ENVIRONMENT

PSA strategic partner of GCMD initiative for decarbonisation of maritime sector

Singapore

It is the first port operator to join the project

INSTITUTIONS

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

Rome

He will take over from Nicola Carlone in September

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

SHIPYARDS

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

Miami

Fincantieri will deliver the unit in 2027

PORTS

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

Venice

The first ship will land in October

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

HHLA acquires 60% of intermodal terminal in western Ukraine

Hamburg

It will have a container traffic capacity of 100 thousand TEUs

PORTS

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

SEAFARERS

Seafarers' wages rise of 5% over two years agreed

London

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

TRADE

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

Paris

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

PORTS

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

Beijing

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

FREIGHT TERMINALS

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

Padua

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

Submission act signed to allow Gulf Terminal expansion works to begin

PORTS

Submission act signed to allow Gulf Terminal expansion works to begin

The Spice

Musso: a crucial step for our company

SHIPYARDS

The new cruise ship Mein Schiff Flow launched in Monfalcone

PORTS

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

Washington

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

SAFETY & SECURITY

European Commission proposes Black Sea maritime security hub

Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Taranto

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

Sharp increase in cases of abandoned ships

SEAFARERS

Sharp increase in cases of abandoned ships

London

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

TRUCKING

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

Bern

The extension is planned starting from 2029

PORTS

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

Anjara

37.6 million tons of cargo moved

PORTS

The new cruise terminal was inaugurated in the port of Koper

Coper

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

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

SHIPPING

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

Copenhagen

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

SHIPPING

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

Rome

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

INSURANCE

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

Munich

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

PORTS

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

Arlington/Sydney

They would be implemented through companies linked to the Trump administration

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Rome

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

LOGISTICS

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

Milan

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

SHIPPING

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

Tokyo

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

FREIGHT TERMINALS

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

Venice

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

SHIPPING

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

Buenos Aires/London

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

G20 trade value up cyclically in first quarter of 2025

TRADE

G20 trade value up cyclically in first quarter of 2025

Paris

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

PORTS

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

Algeciras/Barcelona/Madrid/Valencia

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Rome

Salary increases recognized for an average monthly amount of 230 euros

ECONOMY

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

Brussels

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

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

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

Brussels

Performance in tonne-km increased by +8.4%

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

PORTS

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

Naples

-12.1% drop in cruise passengers in the Campania capital

ACCIDENTS

Destroyer launch failed in North Korea

Pyongyang

The incident in the presence of dictator Kim Jong-un

SHIPPING

FMC investigates whether US flag state harms foreign trade

Washington

Initial 90-day period for public comment

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

SHIPPING

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

New York

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

COMPANIES

Stonepeak (Textainer) has reached an agreement to buy Seaco

Hamilton

Concentration of $1.75 billion in container leasing market

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Bern

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

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

CRUISES

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

Los Angeles

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

TRUCKING

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

Rome

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

TRUCKING

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

Modena

It even ends up - he denounces - worsening the situation

PORTS

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

Hamburg

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

LOGISTICS

Automotive logistics companies suffer a collapse in volumes handled

Brussels

Göbel: We urgently need to rebuild trust in the sector

Israeli ZIM's quarterly performance was very positive

SHIPPING

Israeli ZIM's quarterly performance was very positive

Haifa

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

CRUISES

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

Paris

They will be taken into delivery in 2029 and 2030

SHIPPING

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

Washington

The association asks the USTR to launch a public consultation

SHIPPING

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

Marseille

Revenues up +12.1%

INDUSTRY

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

Szczecin/Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

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

PORTS

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

Bremen/Hamburg

Terminal operator HHLA posts record quarterly revenue

PORTS

Record Monthly Container Traffic at Turkish Ports

Ankara

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

ASSOCIATIONS

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

The Spice

The board of directors has been renewed

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Victoria

Event titled "Connections"

CHARITY

Uniport launches an initiative to support ALS research

Rome

Fundraising for the NeMO Clinical Center Serena Foundation Onlus

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

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

Genoa

The importance of training in the use of technology was highlighted

SHIPYARDS

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

Saint Nazaire

The ship will debut in Alaska

ASSOCIATIONS

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

Port Cervo

ANPAN Annual Congress in Sardinia

PORTS

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

Rome

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

PORTS

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

Rome

Hearing at the Chamber of Deputies

INDUSTRY

MAN Energy Solutions changes name to Everllence

Augusta

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

COMPANIES

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

Rome

SHIPYARDS

Vard delivers two CSOV vessels equipped with cyber notation

Trieste

They present all the mandatory requirements in terms of cybersecurity

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

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

Munich

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Bern

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

PORTS

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

Augusta

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

PORTS

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

Munich

The Italian Pavilion inaugurated

PORTS

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

Odessa

PORTS

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

Genoa

First entry of 45 units from next month

ASSOCIATIONS

Musolino was unanimously confirmed as president of MEDports

Tangier

The association brings together 33 port authorities in the Mediterranean basin

COMPANIES

In 2024, the Genoese Ente Bacini recorded record revenues

Genoa

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

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EDUCATION

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

Rome

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

INSTITUTIONS

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

Rome

Economic report on the Corps presented in Rome

LOGISTICS

European automotive logistics must look to the world

Brussels

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

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

AVIATION

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

Schindellegi

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

PORTS

Tender awarded for the enhancement of the Tuscan Port Community System

Leghorn

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

MEETINGS

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

Rome

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

MARITIME SERVICES

Fincantieri signs a memorandum of understanding with Qatar Navigation

Trieste

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

SHIPYARDS

Port of Piraeus, Piraeus II floating dry dock reopened

Piraeus

It has a lifting capacity of 4 thousand tons

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

Poland finances expansion of Euroterminal Slawków intermodal terminal

Slavkow

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

PORTS

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

Marseille

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

INDUSTRY

Genova Industrie Navali acquires a stake in Lagomarsino Anielli

Genoa

Simultaneous sale of the company Pitturazioni Navali Industriali

SHIPPING

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

Tallinn

The Algiers company was founded last year

LOGISTICS

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

Rome

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

PORTS

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

The Spice

SAFETY & SECURITY

New anti-piracy exercise in the Gulf of Guinea

Rome

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

TRUCKING

Kuehne+Nagel to buy Spanish haulage firm TDN

Schindellegi/Madrid

It has 600 employees and a fleet of over 700 vehicles

SHIPPING

MPC Container Ships' Quarterly Revenue and Profit Decline

Oslo

Baack: Container market continues to show resilience

COMPANIES

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

Trieste

Fincantieri Arabia for Naval Services inaugurated in Riyadh

COMPANIES

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

London

The transaction will be completed early next month

PORTS

Work to remove wrecks of 38 vessels in Catania port begins

Catania

Intervention worth over two million euros

PORTS

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

Ancona

COMPANIES

GNV has obtained ISO 14001 certification

Genoa

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

INDUSTRY

ABB has reached a deal to buy France's BrightLoop

Zurich

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

PORTS

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

Rome

LOGISTICS

MBS Logistics buys Swiss freight forwarder Gerhard Wegmüller

Zurich

The company is headquartered in Zurich

SHIPPING

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

Athens

It will be dismantled by an EU-authorised shipyard

PORTS

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

Los Angeles/New York

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

The Council of Ministers has approved the Infrastructure Decree-Law

Rixi: important measure for road haulage

SHIPPING

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

Athens

Net profit of 123.4 million dollars (+34.3%)

PORTS

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

Naples

SAFETY & SECURITY

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

Genoa

Creation of a national fund urged

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Mercitalia Logistics - Logtainer Agreement

Rome

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

PORTS

DP World to operate multipurpose terminal at Syrian port of Tartous

Damascus

An investment of 800 million dollars is planned

PORTS

Port of Long Beach Sets New Container Traffic Record for April

Long Beach/Hong Kong

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

COMPANIES

RINA closes 2024 with revenues once again at a record level

Genoa

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

MEETINGS

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

Rome

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

LOGISTICS

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

London

PORTS

Italian Ports:

Ancona

Genoa

Ravenna

Augusta

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

MEETINGS

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

Rome

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

MEETINGS

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

Rome

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

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

US has its eye on Greek ports

(Kathimerini)

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

(Free Malaysia Today)

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ANPAN

Relazione del presidente Vittorio Parmigiani

Porto Cervo, 30 maggio 2025

››› File

PORTS

Another 20 tractors coming for Contship Group's Hannibal

The Spice

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

PORTS

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

Singapore

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

PORTS

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

Genoa

SHIPPING

Danaos Corporation's Quarterly Revenues Steady

Athens

Net profit down -23.5%

PORTS

Cargo traffic in Montenegro ports stable in first quarter

Podgorica

Growth of +73.9% in volumes to and from Italy

MARITIME SERVICES

Prysmian inaugurates the new cable-laying vessel Prysmian Monna Lisa

Milan

Finnish plant producing high-voltage submarine cables expanded

PORTS

Second container terminal inaugurated at Cameroonian port of Kribi

Yaounde

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

TRUCKING

Eurogate Intermodal has bought the Deisser trucking company

Hamburg/Stuttgart

The Stuttgart-based company specializes in the container segment

SHIPPING

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

Ismailia

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

LOGISTICS

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

Genoa/La Spezia

Regional councilor Piana made this known

LAW

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

Rome

Grimaldi Euromed's appeal accepted

SHIPYARDS

Fincantieri closes first quarter with record new orders

Trieste

Strong growth in revenue and EBITDA

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

Rome

LOGISTICS

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

Tortona

The project is scheduled for completion in May 2026.

TRADE

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

Genoa

Spediporto highlights it

SHIPPING

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

Keelung/Taipei

Compatriot Wan Hai Lines' turnover grows

SHIPPING

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

Bangkok

Revenues up +37.6%

PORTS

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

Ancona

Preliminary verification of the Strategic Environmental Assessment has begun

SHIPPING

d'Amico International Shipping reports quarterly revenue and earnings decline

Luxembourg

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

PORTS

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

Rome

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

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