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BRIEFS
March 1, 2018
Sched Netweb site
  • CMA CGM to open temp-controlled warehouse at London Gateway
  • Hong Kong's China Merchants to buy 50pc of Australia's Newcastle port
  • BIMCO sees smooth sailing with US east coast imports shining brightly
  • Kuehne + Nagel profit up 2.8pc to record US$787 million, sales up 11pc
  • China now 2nd biggest importer of LNG as country switches from coal
  • Maersk sees no future in autonomous ships, but they're coming
  • Penang Port to start US$46 million expansion that includes dredging
  • Nepal moves closer in economic ties to China, pulls away from India
  • SF Airlines fleet tops 40 planes, plans own airport and marine piers
  • Schiphol merges cargo and marketing units over shipper doubts
  • Afghanistan looks to open air corridors to Singapore and Indonesia

Exim Indiaweb site
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
  • APL enhances Asia-Latin America services
  • Bahri adds third VLCC to its fleet this year
  • MOL announces restructuring measures
  • RCL Group registers significant profit increase in 2017
  • Karaikal Port integrates container services through coastal movement
  • Key hub to commission largest ship-to-shore cranes
  • Samudera Shipping & Tehama Shipping along with KICT are scaling new heights
  • VOC Port achieves new single day cargo handling record
  • Technology & better supervision called for to tackle banking malpractices

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Road refurbishment project in FYR Macedonia
  • Maskort to lead Yusen Germany
  • Eimskip's acquisitions pay off
  • Cutting edge gear for 70,000 wagons by 2020
  • Putting an end to false freight data
  • AA and United Cargo among XLA award winners
  • North Carolina Ports pipes aboard trade director
  • First train arrives at iPort Rail
  • Three new services from APL
  • TGL extends logistics premises
  • Arvato: training for sending hazmat as airfreight
  • Winds of change blowing hard at MOL
  • Radical reorganisation at MOL
  • Asian Pacific Airlines - and the growth goes on
  • K + N notes growth on all fronts
  • More railcar storage options in Chicago area

IHS Maritimeweb site
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
  • Volumes up, margins down for Kuehne + Nagel
  • Hard Brexit 'not a problem' for Danish operator DFDS
  • Hapag-Lloyd triples operating result
  • HSH Nordbank to be sold for EUR1 billion
  • US export growth should clear skies for VLGC owners
  • Weak start of year fails to dent product tanker market optimism
  • Continued LNG supply growth paves way for higher seaborne volumes
  • Radziwill linked with Rosco fleet acquisition
  • Frontline's war chest ready to buy ships 'when the time comes'
  • China's HNA Group sets up funds for Belt and Road investment
  • Thoresen Thai Agencies profit surges, while Jinhui reports smaller loss
  • Maersk's Tim Smith joins APM Terminals as Asia Pacific head
  • Japan's MOL in major business reshuffle
  • DSME scores VLCC trio
  • More tankers sold for scrap as cash buyers bet on Pakistan
  • Japan shipbuilders protest Korean yard refund guarantees

The Loadstarweb site
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
  • Hapag-Lloyd hangs onto its UASC customers, but its bottom line takes a hit
  • ATSG wins 'substantial' gains as it delivers for Amazon, but denies pilot concerns
  • Loss of cargo department at Schiphol a 'bad move' by Dutch airport
  • Kuehne + Nagel investors disappointed with 2017 results, despite profit increase
  • HMM confirms launch of AEX Asia-Europe service and Southampton call
  • The F word: how freight forwarders spend their day
  • CEVA Logistics 'aiming for pre-summer IPO'
  • Dachser takes full control of Papp Italia to boost its European food network

Marine Logweb site
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
  • NYC Ferry to add two new routes
  • Satellite operator injects $4.5 million into KVH
  • Republic of Korea Navy takes delivery of first Daegu class frigate
  • Sea Machines expands leadership team
  • Team Tankers to acquire Laurin Shipping and Anglo-Atlantic
  • Are some expedition ship designs taking safety risks?
  • Bureau Veritas now issuing e-certificates
  • World Marine of Alabama completes $14 million USACE contract

Lloyd's Listweb site
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
  • Songa Bulk shifts into profit
    Given the market recovery in the dry bulk sector, the Norway-based company has switched its chartering strategy, increasingly exposing itself...
  • Team Tankers to buy two Laurin-linked MR units
    Move highlights consolidation in the chemical tanker sector
  • German ship finance: They think it's all over
    The HSH Nordbank deal is a reminder how German shipowners had finance too easy, too cheap, for too long. The...
  • Genco plans to follow other dry bulk operators to Copenhagen
    US-based dry bulk owner and operator plans to redraw credit facilities
  • Golar LNG posts first quarterly profit since 2014
    Tor Olav Trøim-chaired company's expansion across the LNG supply chain starts to bear fruit
  • K+N reports major gains in 2017
    But rates pressures lead to drop in full-year ocean freight earnings
  • HSH Nordbank sold by state owners to buyout groups for $1.2bn
    Under the terms of the deal, Cerberus will hold a 40.3%, stake while JC Flowers, which already owns 5.1%, will...
  • Harbour master Masoud rules out flow meters for Fujairah
    Lloyd's List Lifetime Achievement award winner expects future growth from more vessels calls amid increasing capacity despite the 'Qatar situation'
  • Confirmation of HSH Nordbank sell-off expected imminently
    Deadline for Brussels-ordered privatisation reached
  • Cosco Shipping to acquire PetroChina tanker unit
    Chinese owner aims to expand market share backed by the oil giant's cargo sources
  • BW LPG posts 'disappointing' results
    Spot exposure of the world's largest LPG tanker owner is higher this year amid lacklustre market mood
  • Hapag-Lloyd reports revenue boost from UASC merger
    Pre-tax earnings rise more that threefold as volumes increase
  • Fredriksen maintains Frontline's war chest for expansion
    Update: Frontline considers installation of scrubbers on some young vessels
  • Affinity's Mark Williams resigns
    Partner and head of research quits for personal reasons, sources say
  • Pacific Basin backs stricter environmental regulation
    Scrubber is not an effective solution, says chief executive Mats Berglund
  • Transpacific braces for flood of capacity
    New and upgraded services set to push down spot rates and dampen contract negotiations
  • MOL aims for efficiency and further growth with April restructuring
    Japanese shipping giant to introduce chief technical officer and chief financial officer
  • South Korea-Japan rivalry continues in unmanned vessel development
    Japan has launched several subsidy programmes, while South Korea partners Denmark in a maritime digitalisation initiative
  • DSME wins order to build three VLCC
    Order said to have come from Apollo Global Management
  • Höegh LNG continues pursuit of long-term charter deals
    Company close to finalising several tenders, says chief executive Sveinung Støhle
  • Putting safety back at the top of the agenda
    Digitalisation, the environment, and unmanned shipping have swept safety aside. Or have they?
  • Jinhui stays watchful in spite of encouraging dry bulk outlook
    Company to scrutinise cargo flows as it deploys ships efficiently to maximise revenue
  • Japan shipbuilding association denounces Korea's relaxation on refund guarantee
    SAJ says the move will prevent the removal of redundant capacity
  • Australian authorities release vessel after removal of senior officers
    Vessel had been detained on concerns over crew welfare
  • Star Bulk on the prowl for attractive acquisitions
    Optimistic outlook for the remainder of 2018 supported by return to profitability
  • Ocean Yield adds five handysize vessels to its expanding fleet
    The timing for making new investments in shipping is excellent, says chief executive Lars Solbakken
  • Seaspan back in the black for 2017 as box shipping industry picks up
    But revenue for the year comes in 5.3% lower year on year at $831.3m because of lower average charter rates...
  • Genco plots fleet renewal plan
    Dry bulk operator looking to offload 15 older vessels
  • UK Labour party to focus on increasing seafarer numbers
    Next generation of seafarers, harbourmasters and pilots should include more women and minorities, say UK Shadow Secretary of State for...
  • Detained phosphates cargo from Western Sahara to be auctioned
    South African High Court rules in favour of independent Western Sahara movement as rightful owners of disputed cargo
  • DryShips sees revenues multiply from larger, diversified fleet
    Greek owner cuts down adjusted loss for fourth quarter

The Journal of Commerceweb site
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
  • Congressmen revive effort to ban older trucks at NY-NJ
  • US truckload shippers grapple with surcharges, rejected freight
  • Kuehne + Nagel volumes rise in 2017, but margins narrow
  • Hapag-Lloyd 2017 volume up on merger, but rates flat
  • Maersk's Smith to join APM Terminals as Asia Pacific head
  • CMA CGM starts cargo protection plan for Indian customers
  • HMM plans mega-ship order for first half of 2018

TradeWindsweb site
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
  • Bahri's earnings fall in soft spot market
    Saudi Arabian diversified shipowner sees higher bunker prices as it pulls in less revenue.
  • Exxon sees shipping as 'vital' to energy future
    Oil major says future energy needs require shipping, but more low-carbon energy poses challenge.
  • Golar returns to profit amid share price gain
    LNG vessel owner's share value increased by $7.20 from 12 months ago while revenue jumped 78%.
  • Cargill sees scrubbers as IMO 2020 option
    Major charterer says dry bulk will be challenged when low-sulphur rules comes into force.
  • Ocean Yield reloading after spending spree
    Oslo-listed leasing specialist launches private placement to fund more deals.
  • Star Bulk posts profit as market rebounds
    Petros Pappas-led company's revenue jumped 70% primarily due to higher charter rates and average number of ships.
  • Seacor returns to profit on higher top line
    New York-listed company's ocean transportation and logistics segment saw best improvement in part due to commissioning a new petroleum and chemical carrier.
  • OSM in Mozambique training move
    Norwegian manager makes commitment to quality education.
  • Frontline chief says 40 VLCCs may be scrapped in 2018
    Robert Hvide Macleod's demolition "guess" comes as tanker owner scouts M&A openings.
  • Grayling promises UK shipping revolution
    Transport secretary says Britain will be at forefront of technological changes.
  • New HSH owners spinning off $7.3bn of bad loans
    Private equity funds forming new vehicle to strip legacy shipping portfolio from core bank as CEO Stefan Ermisch hails "new era" for lender.
  • Fjord1 earnings dip despite revenue rise
    Per Saevik-backed owner hurt by lack of impairment reversal in fourth quarter.
  • Skaugen seeks refinancing after losing Teekay ships
    New plan being worked on to replace previous debt restructuring after charters chopped.
  • Team Tankers in $206m double deal with Laurin
    Promised consolidation move comes to life with Laurin Shipping and Anglo-Atlantic purchases.
  • Hoegh seeks interim job for FSRU newbuilding
    Regas specialist is sticking with delayed projects in Chile and Ghana for its newbuildings
  • Hapag-Lloyd books strong full-year figures
    German container line sees stronger market and UASC takeover boost performance.
  • Germany sells off HSH for $1.2bn in landmark deal
    Cerberus and JC Flowers taking over German shipping lender, with GoldenTree, British Centaurus and BAWAG also involved.
  • Lack of impairments boosts Seaspan
    Containership owner sees profit leap, with "big opportunities" ahead.
  • Sea World master 'acted unilaterally' in dumping oil
    Greek bulker manager says guilty captain will leave company after jail term.
  • Pacific Basin Shipping banks first profit since 2013
    Early innings recovery in dry bulk pushes Hong Kong-listed shipowner back into the black.
  • Tallink ups fourth quarter earnings
    Estonian ro-pax group boosted by higher passenger and freight figures.
  • BW LPG says VLGC order flurry not 'frightening'
    Chief executive says there is still an overhang and investors should look to shares not ships.
  • Eidesvik slashes loss as impairments fall
    Norwegian owner sees PSV tendering activity increasing so far in 2018.
  • Glovis Spring refloated off China after grounding
    Glovis controlled car carrier waiting off Chinese coast to sail to repair yard
  • HMM to order mega-ships in first half
    Korean owner wants bigger vessels for US and European runs.
  • Sohmen-Pao and Ackermann see LPG market momentum
    Comments come as the VLGC market leader rings in weaker than expected fourth quarter loss.
  • Fredriksen boosts Frontline firepower with loan extension
    Credit line now runs for an extra 12 months as tanker owner goes shopping at the bottom of the market.
  • SolstadFarstad scoops deals for three PSVs
    Owner ties up vessels off UK with Spirit Energy and another charterer.
  • MOL reveals new restructuring plan
    Japanese giant to split tanker operations and appoint first CFO.
  • Hoegh LNG profit soars in fourth quarter
    But Norwegian owner decides to cut dividends to preserve investment capacity after project delays.
  • DSME seals triple VLCC newbuilding order
    South Korean shipbuilder wins its first contract for large crude tanker tonnage for 2018.
  • Jinhui maintains profitability in fourth quarter
    Shipowner says market has benefited from the improved balance between supply and demand.
  • Pacific Radiance suspends trading in shares
    Company says voluntary move is designed to protect interests of each stakeholder group.
  • Two ships attacked off Nigeria on same day
    Reefer and containership are the latest vessels to be targeted by pirates in Gulf of Guinea.

American Shipperweb site
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
  • MOL unveils restructuring plans
    Japanese shipping company Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) revealed Wednesday it will be restructuring operations effective April 1. The Oc...
  • Hapag-Lloyd's 2017 growth fueled by UASC deal
    Hapag-Lloyd said Wednesday that it handled more containers, had higher revenues and a significantly improved operating result for the full ...
  • Executive Moves: NC Ports, Dayton Freight and University of Denver
    North Carolina Ports (NC Ports) has hired Benjamin M. Massa as its new director of carrier and trade development. Massa joins NC Ports fr...
  • Commerce downgrades U.S. Q4 2017 GDP growth estimate
    United States gross domestic product (GDP) - the broadest measure of a nation's overall economic health - grew at an annual rate of 2.5 per...
  • NAFTA trade growth hits 14th straight month in December
    The total value of cross-border trade between the United States and its partners in the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), which ...
  • HMM makes splash return to Asia-Europe trade
    South Korean ocean carrier Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) has confirmed it will return to the Asia-Europe trade lane as a vessel operator st...
  • NAFTA's impact on U.S. meat industry
    In the aggregate, agricultural supply chains are more sensitive than others to the impacts of trade policy changes. Agriculture industry r...
  • Kuehne + Nagel posts strong growth in 2017
    Kuehne + Nagel's latest financial statements released Wednesday revealed the global third-party logistics provider came out strong in 2017....
  • Commerce dents Chinese foil with duties
    The U.S. Commerce Department will begin assessing antidumping and countervailing duties on imports of Chinese-made aluminum foil. Dumping ...

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
  • Novorossiisk suspends bunkering operations on rough weather: sources
    Bunkering operations at the Russian Black Sea port of Novorossiisk have been halted due to strong winds and rough seas.
  • Gibraltar port authority suspends bunkering on bad weather
    Operations at the Mediterranean bunkering hub of Gibraltar have been suspended due to rough weather.
  • US DATA: EIA says US fuel oil stocks show build across all regions
    US fuel oil inventories for the week ended Friday rose from last week, and showed builds across all regions.
  • FEATURE: Shipping industry doubts emission scrubber boost pre-2020
    "There is a great deal of uncertainty even in our organization about how to prepare for this," Vitol's Chris Bake said.
  • Japan reports suspected STS transfer of goods to N Korea-flagged ship in East China Sea
    The report by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is the fourth suspected transfer to a North Korean ship in recent weeks.
  • FUTURES: Crude futures continue to trade lower in Asian morning
    A stronger dollar and comments from the head of the International Energy Agency, added to the bearish sentiment.

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FROM THE HOME PAGE
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
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
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 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
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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