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BRIEFS
March 9, 2018
Sched Netweb site
  • Fire on ultra large Maersk boxship claims one life with four still missing
  • Dutch probe 5,568-TEUer's collision with 14,012-dwt car carrier
  • Analyst demystifies HMM's mysterious Asia-Europe panamax deployment
  • IRISL set to take delivery of its largest boxship from HHI
  • Ghana hub expansion in game of catch-up with rival Cameroon port
  • US Customs seizes US$233,209 in counterfeit watches from HK
  • Asia Pacific Maritime 2018 conference to be held in Singapore from March 14-16
  • South African trust busters say no to Safair-SA Airlink merger
  • Boeing expects more 777 Freighter orders as air cargo market surges
  • UPS president Jim Barber appointed as new COO

Exim Indiaweb site
MARCH 8, 2018
  • A. P. Møller-Mærsk completes sale of Maersk Oil to Total
  • JNPT organises international 'Train the Trainers' seminar at JNPT Antwerp Port Training Centre
  • Maersk Line wins Container Shipping Line of the Year: North India - America, Europe & Africa Trade Lanes award
  • MARPOL amendment on ship fuel oil reporting requirement enters into force
  • Update regarding fire onboard container vessel in Arabian Sea
  • Almost 100 pc land for dedicated freight corridors acquired
  • CONCOR's TNPM & PSA's CITPL seamlessly connect Ministry of Defence cargo by rail from Tondiarpet ICD to vessel
  • Truck rentals on trunk routes up in Jan. & Feb.
  • Cabinet approves the Commercial Courts, Commercial Division & Commercial Appellate Division of High Courts (Amendment) Bill, 2018
  • Indian economy to be world's fastest-growing in 2018 & 2019: IMF

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Across the Atlantic
  • In the fast lane?
  • US class I railroad invests in California
  • Hinterland collaboration receives political emphasis
  • Search for telesales talent
  • Independent freight forwarders turning digital
  • Timely information provided by new e-commerce tool
  • First Air's first ATR-42F, Hawaiian's three ATR-72s
  • Yilport strengthens ties within the EU
  • Logistics e-platform augments portfolio
  • TMC elects new general chairman
  • Wairoa-Napier line to reopen at year end
  • Nice airport notes double-digit increase in freight
  • Berlin Packaging acquires UK specialist
  • Antwerp and Douala ink five year collaboration pact
  • Success across all four divisions
  • Urumqi and Naples connected by rail
  • Next step for biggest-ever aircraft

IHS Maritimeweb site
MARCH 8, 2018
  • Maersk Honam crew suffering from toxic fumes, say firefighters
  • Shipping urged to modernise business models and create money 'beyond the vessel'
  • P&I club calls for greater vigilance over misdeclared containers
  • Frontline orders two Kamsarmaxes
  • China exports surge in February despite China-US trade tension
  • Singapore poised to reap full benefits of technology revolution
  • COSCO orders two car carriers at CSIC-affiliated Beihai Shipbuilding Industry
  • Maritime industry highlighted at China's top political gathering
  • IMO's carbon scheme cloaks higher costs, slower service, shippers say
  • Eddie Steamship reported to have bought its first new ship
  • Updated: Restructuring for STX O&S, receivership for Sungdong
  • Bahrain's ASRY resilient in increasingly crowded marketplace

The Loadstarweb site
MARCH 8, 2018
  • Container shipping rates could plunge after Asia-Latin America capacity hike
  • APL launches premium shipping service as air cargo capacity stays tight
  • Barge operators hit back: 'congestion in Benelux ports not our fault'
  • SEKO Logistics geared up and 'open for business' in Mexico
  • Tesla's electric Semi trucks make their first cargo deliveries
  • West Atlantic reduces its deficit on strong revenue growth

Marine Logweb site
MARCH 8, 2018
  • Hope fades for missing Maersk Honan crew members
  • Vice Adm. Karl L. Schultz nominated to be next USCG Commandant
  • Ingalls awarded a further $77.5 million for USS Fitzgerald work
  • MJP names Kelsey Nemeth as Marketing Manager
  • ABB to supply broad range of solutions for Lindblad expedition ship
  • VIDEO: Transas CEO Frank Coles rattles the cages
  • Singapore report: McCain made sudden turn before deadly collision
  • Midship Marine delivers two high-end cats to Cancun operator
  • Harvey Gulf files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Lloyd's Listweb site
MARCH 8, 2018
  • Maritime UK to open office in Liverpool
    MoU signed by Maritime UK chairman-elect Andrew Moffat, CBE, and Mersey Maritime Chairman John Hulmes, at the Mersey Maritime Industry...
  • Associated British Ports to name James Cooper's successor
    Appointment will come from outside the ABP business, despite at least two strong candidates from within its UK ports portfolio
  • DHL forwarding performance improved in 2017
    Margins in air and ocean freight under pressure in the first half, but division was able to pass on higher...
  • Container shipping faces further shake-ups over next four years
    Flurry of recent orders means supply-demand balance could wobble when new capacity comes online in 2020
  • Fire prevention in the dock after Maersk Honam inferno
    Industry is urged to make a collective effort to consider what steps could and should be taken to ensure the...
  • Torm plans more fleet expansion, betting on market recovery
    Update: Executive director Jacob Meldgaard satisfied with profitability in 2017
  • More carrier consolidation still to come
    While the top seven container lines are now stable, attention is turning to smaller players for consolidation
  • Box shipping down in the dumps over looming trade war
    Carriers concerned at the threat of a stand-off that could slow global trade growth
  • Compliance and costs matter the most when meeting new IMO rules, says Anglo American
    Shipping head Pete Lye expects efficient, eco-friendly vessels to continue demanding higher charter hires
  • US warship made 'sudden turn' before fatal collision with tanker
    The USS John S McCain entered the path of the Alnic MC last August, Singapore's Transport Safety Investigation Bureau said in an investigation...
  • Concern over NordLB mounts amid uncertainty over HSH shipping book
    Developments highlight continuing financial uncertainty facing German owners
  • Hopes fade for missing crew on burning Maersk vessel
    Update: Company says one crew member has died, four others remain missing, and two more are in a serious condition...
  • Trump poised to sign tariffs proclamation
    Ceremony at 1530 hrs US time could see president decree a 25% tariff on steel products and 10% on aluminium...
  • Torm returns to profitability in 2017: tanker results round-up
    Latest reporting: Torm, Navigator Holdings and Golar LNG
  • Freight forwarding trends likely to continue in 2018
    DHL expects air and ocean freight rates to rise in 2018 as the global economy picks up, while growth in...
  • Shipping group reorganises South Korea-Vietnam routes
    Members of Korea Shipping Partnership agree new route reshuffles
  • Spot exposure to capesizes fuels Seanergy and GoodBulk results
    Average time charter equivalent rates top $17,000 mark in fourth quarter
  • South Korean authorities to continue support for two key shipbuilders
    SSME will file for court receivership while STX O&S will come up with cost-cutting measures in April
  • Record high US oil product exports bode well for tankers
    Higher volumes coupled with rise in average sailing distance led to record total annual tonne miles demand, says BIMCO
  • Opinion: Cold comfort
    Moves to find a replacement for the sole surviving US Coast Guard heavy icebreaker have been made at a glacial...
  • Wall St Note | The share buyback debate
    Share buybacks could be a special tool to create shareholder value on a case-by-case basis

The Journal of Commerceweb site
MARCH 8, 2018
  • CSX suspends Chicago 59th Street Yard inbound traffic
  • CP expansion's goal is to grow international intermodal freight
  • Probe of insufficient Mexico rail competition dropped
  • US open-deck truckers want more info, quicker pay: survey
  • Green slow-steaming proposal would reduce ship capacity short term
  • US shippers face unprecedented truck, intermodal cost hikes

TradeWindsweb site
MARCH 8, 2018
  • Paddy Rodgers: 'Make Shipping Great Again'
    Euronav chief executive borrowed some props and slogans from Donald Trump.
  • Torm looks to US listing for next act in tanker consolidation story
    Jacob Meldgaard says low initial liquidity is no problem given bigger M&A picture.
  • HMM's Asia to North Europe panamax plan raises eyebrows
    South Korean carrier aims to use 10 sub-5,000-teu containerships on a trade where the average size has grown to 15,000 teu
  • A2B adds fifth ship as it eyes Brexit bounce
  • Crypto-aided box platform pledges $6bn in savings
    Blockshipping's shared blockchain initiative invites liner operators to share information on empty containers worldwide
  • Fincantieri looks to cut in on Daewoo Mangalia deal
  • Decision day looms - scrubbers, low sulphur bunkers or LNG fuel?
    Pressure on shipowners from major charterers starts to answer the question of who will pay for the added cost of 2020 fuel compliance
  • Owners urged to take strategic stance on cyber security issues
    Building an 'impregnable fortress' against cyber criminals is impossible but Lloyd's Register says an optimised defence is preferable and well within reach for shipowners
  • Executives threaten to walk out over sale of Sinochem Logistics
    The $2bn disposal of chemical carrier owner Sinochem International Logistics has been hit with opposition from banks as top-level executives threaten to quit
  • Pacific Basin to target the pick of secondhand ships
    Hong Kong-listed owner takes a no-newbuildings stance due to high prices
  • Tsirigakis-led fund targets wide swathe of equity investors
    Run by Greeks and regulated in Luxembourg, SevenSeas offers investors a fresh play on shipping markets
  • Color Group puts IPO on hold due to 'prevailing market conditions'
  • Market moves may be more predictable than you think
    Hong Kong-based analyst and new author Wang Jianjun believes a closer focus on net demand growth can make the shipping cycle easier to forecast
  • Number of Greek seafarers rises to highest this century
  • JX Ocean VLGC goes for a song
  • Shell readies designs for next ship haul
  • Fredriksen doubles up on Flex's LNG carrier orders
    Shipowners proving coy on newbuilding deals while they await refund guarantees and strive for that competitive edge
  • Bids go in for AGL's FSRU
  • Marubeni and JERA look to fast-track new Australian FSRU
    Host of enquiries made for country's second FSRU - and first for New South Wales - with an expected operation start date of 2020
  • Stig Remoy baulks at brokers over his 'pay as you go' deal
    Olympic Shipping chief admits his new two-year fixture is not initially worth 24 months of charter hire - but backs contract model
  • Palmer calls for patience to allow offshore recovery to take hold
    Return to health may be uneven but it is certainly taking shape now and may be quicker than many think, says Pareto's man in Asia
  • Pareto Asia boss to head up Wah Kwong in Hong Kong
  • Liquefaction fatalities top 100 in last decade
    Intercargo report highlights worrying statistics on bulker losses and flag states' performance in accident investigations
  • Dutch judges set to rule on contentious Seatrade scrap deal
    Reefer owner hits out at European waste export regulations as Seatrade executives face threat of jail for past demolition sales
  • Saga wins peace of mind from USCG praise, but no premium
    Owner enrols more ships in E-Zero initiative that acknowledges inspection record
  • Indian port vows to get rid of cruiseship wreck
  • Tsakos in talks with South Korean yards for tankers
    Greek owner aims to book newbuildings on the back of Chevron charters
  • Asian shipowners and oil refiners join forces on scrubbers
    Joint approach to meeting incoming sulphur rules could create a template for rest of the industry to follow
  • Owners move to add scrubbers to VLCC newbuilds pre-delivery
    Technology starts to become the norm for large tankers contracted this year
  • Glencore picks up tanker duo
  • In-house choice for new head of NITC greeted as positive
    Nasrollah Sardashti's appointment as the managing director of National Iranian Tanker Co is seen as a constructive move towards depoliticising Iran's shipping companies
  • Team Tankers says Laurin deal restores MR tanker presence
    Deal was some time in the making but Hans Feringa thinks the Danish owner has found the right partner for further growth
  • HHI hopes to clean up by making scrubbers
  • Polembros scraps last VLCC as Pakistan readies return

American Shipperweb site
MARCH 8, 2018
  • NEWS FLASH: U.S. tariffs on steel, aluminum to enter force in 15 days
    Global tariffs of 25 percent on steel and 10 percent on aluminum will take effect March 23, President Donald Trump announced late Thursday ...
  • Commentary: What blockchain is and isn't
    I'm the last one to dampen the spirits of those in the logistics and shipping industry eager to embrace new technology. And count me in the...
  • Metal tariffs could exclude NAFTA partners
    Pending broad tariffs on steel and aluminum expected to be rolled out in the next few days will include "potential carve-outs for Mexico an...
  • World Courier adds offices
    World Courier, a logistics specialist in the pharmaceutical industry, has expanded its global footprint by adding four overseas offices, wh...
  • New technology helps retailers with duties, visibility
    The world of e-commerce seems to move at almost an impossibly fast pace these days, like a movie sped up so that you can make out the movem...
  • One Maersk Honam crew member dies, four still missing
    One Maersk Honam crew member has passed away due to injuries sustained in connection with the fire that broke out on board the vessel, whil...
  • Deutsche Post drives up revenues in all divisions in 2017
    Deutsche Post DHL Group recorded a consolidated net profit after non-controlling interests of 2.7 billion euros (U.S. $3.3 billion) in 2017...

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
MARCH 8, 2018
  • Total closes Maersk deal to become second biggest North Sea producer
    Brings Total's projected output to 500,000 boe/d by 2020.
  • SOMO says Iraqi Feb oil output stable at 4.36 mil b/d
    Iraqi oil production stayed steady at 4.36 million b/d in February, as a fall in southern exports was mainly offset by a rise in flows from the semi-autonomous Kurdistan Region, the country's State Oil Marketing Organization said Thursday.
  • Trump administration to sell up to 7 million barrels of crude from SPR by early April
    The US Energy Department plans to sell up to 7 million barrels of crude from government stocks with deliveries planned for April and May, the agency announced Thursday.
  • Oil weakens as Trump prepares to finalize metal tariffs
    NYMEX April crude fell $1.03 Thursday to $60.12/b as President Donald Trump signaled his intent to follow through with a pledge to impose tariffs on US steel and aluminum imports.
  • East Med bunkers congested after bad weather
    Operations are coming under pressure in the Eastern Mediterranean as bad weather has diverted more ships from the Black Sea, sources said Thursday.
  • Tight bunker availability at Las Palmas port as fresh cargoes awaited: sources
    Availability of bunker fuel at the Spanish port of Las Palmas in the Canary Islands, off the coast of northwest Africa, remains constrained as fresh deliveries are awaited, according to sources.
  • Japan's Oshima Shipbuilding developing new fuel for IMO 2020 compliance
    This new fuel type -- Super Eco Fuel -- is produced by mixing light cycle oil, a secondary refinery product, with gas-to-liquids and water.
  • Bunker supplier Aegean reports 11.6% drop in Q4 2017 sales volume
    Sales volumes fell to 3.51 million mt in the three months to December 31 from 3.95 million mt a year ago.
  • ANALYSIS: Asia crude traders welcome Middle East OSP cuts amid weaker Dubai structure
    "They probably should have cut the OSPs more last month," a Singapore-based crude oil trader said.
  • TANKERS: WAF-China VLCC freight rate falls close to 15-year low
    "It is time for the scrapyards to work at full capacity, so let us see," a shipowner said.
  • FUTURES: Crude inches up after overnight slide
    Updates on the US tariff announcement will provide fresh cues to the market.

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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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