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BRIEFS
September 10, 2018
Sched Netweb site
  • Asia-Europe rate falls 6.9pc to US$868/TEU, rises 1.5pc to USWC
  • US east and Gulf coast ILA dockers agree to 6-year master contract
  • High oil drives down CMA CGM profit to US$22 million, but sales up 7.4pc
  • MSC increases raft of seasonal rates and surcharges worldwide
  • Docker's death in crane accident at Ports of Auckland sparks uproar
  • CMA CGM offers cutting-edge long distance fruit transport solution
  • Wind farm near twice size of Hong Kong Island unveiled in Irish Sea
  • Scrubbers 'likely to be preferred method to meet sulphur cap fuel rule'
  • New container rail freight links Marseilles, Le Havre and Lausanne
  • Zeamarine gets official clearance to launch as new heavy lift operation
  • ACO Marine Sika group tie up on deck drainage interface concept
  • The Freight Summit to be held at Reverie Saigon October 9-12
  • Etihad Cargo, New York's Trinity Logistics renew Rickenbacker deal
  • Rollinson undergoes induction to prepare for heading up Dachser UK
  • Eric Born to stay on at Swissport as president, CEO until end 2019

Exim Indiaweb site
SEPTEMBER 9, 2018
  • China ranked the world's top shipping nation
  • CMA CGM records increased volumes & revenue in Q2
  • GAC India wins Goa State Logistics Leadership Award
  • OOCL introduces new Asia-East Africa direct services
  • Chabahar port to be handed over to Indian co. for operation very soon: Iran Minister
  • China allows Nepal to use its sea & land ports
  • Visakha Container Terminal & CFS register impressive all-round performance
  • CONCOR flags off first container train from Sukhpur Rail Terminal
  • GatewayRail flags off dedicated train with 90 TEUs from ICD-Sahnewal to Mundra Port
  • FIEO signs MoU with NSE for jointly creating awareness on managing volatility in exchange rates
  • India to become a $10-trn economy by 2035: Suresh Prabhu

International Transport Journalweb site
  • "Recognition for Europe"
  • Paving the way for Parkes - Narromine railway line
  • New depot boosts capacity to 6,000 shipments per day
  • Successful China - France voyage via Arctic route
  • Stellar H1 results for Bolloré Logistics
  • Britannia goes to Denmark
  • WFS operates own cargo terminal at Milan Malpensa
  • New cranes to enhance Curaçao Port Services
  • Russian metal giant now serving Turkey by rail
  • Spare parts from i-logistics centre
  • Change of CFO at Xpediator
  • BMW books B777F as global showcase
  • Preparing for Brexit in Antwerp
  • Canadian carrier orders 60 more locomotives
  • "Curiosity of the day"
  • Huge parcel facility in Australia
  • Second Atlas Air B747-400F for Asiana Cargo
  • Volumes still surging in Spanish ports

IHS Maritimeweb site
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
  • Tanker owners could see higher charter rates as vessels docked for scrubber work
  • Post-Panamax trio booked at Mitsui E&S
  • Hyundai HI CEO defends job cuts in offshore unit
  • Costs huge factor as shipping scrambles to meet regulations
  • Brightoil auditors hint at questionable deals
  • Sincere Navigation launches bid to break into product tanker market, hires adviser

The Loadstarweb site
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
  • CMA CGM price cut shocks rival box carriers trying to push up rates
  • Forwarders eyeing major US airports with dread as peak season looms
  • Seko Logistics acquires majority stake in Australia's Omni-Channel Logistics
  • Tech aims to turn supply chain logistics from a cost driver into a value driver
  • US regulator demands 'transparency' in fees for containers
  • From newsroom to cockpit: Victoria's new challenge as a pilot
  • Electric trucks are necessary - and on their way, anyway
  • CMA CGM introduces Climactive to help control reefer atmosphere

Marine Logweb site
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
  • U.S. files suit in another Honolulu longline fishing fleet pollution case
  • ABS grants AIP for innovative LNG fuel gas container
  • TOTE nears three year anniversary of start of LNG fueled operations
  • Vard finds buyer for DSCV it got stuck with in Harkand collapse
  • DEME orders four vessels at Royal IHC
  • NASSCO awarded $218.7 million Bonhomme Richard contract

Lloyd's Listweb site
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
  • Stena Bulk confirms Petrobras time-charter deal for two MR tankers
    Two vessels reportedly chartered at $14,500 per day will be serving in Brazilian coastal trades for the state energy giant
  • CMA CGM reports near 90% profit slump
    CMA CGM recorded revenues of $5.7bn in the second quarter, and container volumes of nearly 5.2m teu
  • SMM: Slew of red tape hands bigger role to classification societies
    The tsunami of red tape engulfing the shipping industry is going to leave it in need of greater information, which...
  • Fellowship Blog: Our intern reveals what goes on behind the scenes at Lloyd's List
    IMO marked its 70th anniversary ensuring the safety and efficiency of the international shipping industry
  • Alibra Shipping sets up Athens dry bulk operation
    New office will be led by former Lightship managing director Stefanos Makris, who will manage a team of five
  • Has CMA CGM found its next acquisition target?
    France's CMA CGM thought to be willing to pay $4bn to acquire Taiwan's Evergreen after confirming that efforts to buy...
  • TEN trims losses in second quarter
    Athens-based owner says its heavily time-chartered tanker fleet beat spot rates by more than 100%
  • Hokkaido coal shipments disrupted following quake
    Dry bulk cargo flows could be disrupted while freight rates might increase as Japan assesses damage from the deadly disaster
  • SMM: Lloyd's Register debuts digital monitor of vessel parts
    The 'digital twin' will change the way classification is carried out and will most probably reduce inspections, according to LR...
  • Yard Talk | Chinese yards breathe easier
    The tightening shipping emission rules have created additional demand for the shipbuilding industry, including the Chinese yards, highlighted by the...
  • Skuld posts positive half-year result amid low claims
    Bottom line boosted by investment results, expanded book and low claims incidence, says entity behind P&I club and Lloyd's syndicate
  • Consolidation players go hungry
    The received unwisdom that big players find it easy to gobble up all the small fry is not playing out...
  • Mitsui wins order for three post-panamax bulkers
    The vessels are expected to be delivered by the second half of 2020
  • The Interview: Peter Cremers
    The industry veteran expects shipmanagment consolidation to continue, but appears to have no intention of giving over his own business...
  • CMA CGM chief says pursuit of Hapag-Lloyd is 'closed'
    Confirming rumours at the start of the summer that the French container line had approached Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM's chief executive...
  • Daily Briefing
    The Lloyd's List Podcast: SMM 2018 | HFO future does not dampen scrubbers' outlook | Billions remain docked as port...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
  • Tech trucking efficiencies hinge on trucker buy-in
  • Amid trans-Pac spot rate uptick, October blank sailings emerge
  • In spite of fuel-driven loss, CMA CGM positive on profitability
  • US truck capacity tightness drives inland port, barge innovation
  • US's steel tariffs, quotas disrupt, jumble market
  • Krishnapatnam leads South India transshipment
  • ILA contract deal ensures US-wide labor peace until 2022

TradeWindsweb site
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
  • UK's Women in Maritime draft new charter
    New charter promoting gender balance to be launched by UK industry body taskforce.
  • Okeanis Eco Tankers brings in new chief financial officer
    BW LPG man comes in to replace Alafouzos family stalwart at Merkur-quoted tanker owner.
  • Tsakos Energy results match consensus
    Tanker owner returns to red for the second quarter but is 'confident in the future', chief operating officer George Saroglou says.
  • Navig8 Chemical hires new operations chief
    Nicolas Busch-led owner bolsters management team as it raids rival Chembulk for chief operating officer.
  • Scrubbers 'still a fraction' of shipowner preference
    One would be wrong' to think the technology is the solution to IMO 2020 compliance, Evercore ISI says.
  • Former Bimco head Carsten Melchiors dies
    Ex-secretary general had suffered a period of illness.
  • Uljanik Group eyes Azerbaijan lifeline
    Troubled Croatian yard believes it can build more vessels for Caspian nation.
  • Celsius Shipping adds to product tanker market exposure
    Danish owner said to have continued busy period with purchase of medium range vessel.
  • Norwegian vehicle snaps up Salamon ship
    German KG house Salamon has sold one of its vessels to a new Norwegian venture. The 73,000-dwt Cape Texel (built 2009) has gone to a Norwegian A/S company set up by Clarksons with Norwegian and international investors. Subjects are lifted on the deal, which some price at $12.5m. Christian Salamon did not reply to requests for comments.
  • Vard sells $120m OSV left over from Harkand collapse
    Unnamed buyer clinches deal for construction vessel due this year.
  • Dof Subsea wins frame deal from Wintershall
    Oil company can call on Norwegian owner's ships in Atlantic region.
  • HHI's Kang: sacrifices must be made by workers
    CEO says concessions needed to keep offshore business running.
  • Berenberg Capital adds basket of LNG stocks
    Analyst Donald McLee places buy ratings on Golar LNG and both GasLog companies.
  • Vyborg Shipyard falls to first-half loss
    Russian shipbuilder hit by lower revenue so far in 2018.
  • Stena Bulk confirms double MR tanker deal with Petrobras
    Contract comes at a time the shipowner is looking to expand its relationship with Brazilian oil company.
  • DEME orders quartet at Royal IHC
    Belgian owner picks Dutch yard for latest fleet renewal.
  • Handymax back under arrest in Singapore
    Cargo owner joins in ongoing legal battle that has played out against a handymax bulker in Madagascar, Indonesia and Singapore.
  • EMAS Offshore's Oslo delisting deadline extended
    Financial Supervisory Authority gives struggling OSV owner more time to appeal decision.
  • Royal Caribbean Cruises boosts dividend payments
    Royal Caribbean Cruises has continued the steady increase of its dividend and bumped up its latest quarterly payout to investors. Royal Caribbean upgraded to buy Royal Caribbean sees higher profit New York-listed RCL has declared a $0.70 per share dividend, which it says reflects efforts to increase shareholder returns. The company behind the Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, A
  • Antwerp prepares for Brexit with UK appointment
    Justin Atkin brought in to make sure trade flow is not choked off.
  • Russians reveal autonomous shipping projects
    USC and others working on unmanned vessels as Russian draws up new rules.
  • Mystery investor calls in Clarksons as it seeks $22m GoodBulk stake
    A mystery investor is looking to buy a $22m stake in capesize heavyweight GoodBulk just 24 hours after the company sold a $10m slice of stock to bring in a new shareholder. GoodBulk inks fresh loan and brings in new investor Deal opens up new European investors for Star Bulk Billung credits Clarksons as Star Bulk deal strips away Songa Bulk's 'boring' tag Clarksons Platou Securities has been d
  • Ethiopian ship docks in Eritrea for first time in 20 years
    ESL vessel's arrival in Massawa marks further thawing of enmity between neighbours.
  • Credit Suisse CEO denies bid for Ivory Coast presidency
    Tidjane Thiam says he wants to finish restructuring job he started at Swiss lender.
  • Mitsui bags order for post-panamax bulker trio
    Mid-sized Japanese shipyard says newbuildings will be built to new neo 87BC design
  • Saade: interest in Hapag-Lloyd at an end
    CMA CGM says company has called off its pursuit of German rival, but other targets remain.
  • Parbulk 2 continues to pursue Humpuss claim
    Wilh Wilhelmsen-backed outfit won't give up in effort to collect from Indonesian company.
  • Exmar returns to profit in first half of 2018
    LPG player looks to take advantage of stronger rates to refinance pressurised fleet at "better terms".
  • Japanese supramax bulker refloated off Montevideo
    Vessel ends short stay at notorious blackspot for vessel groundings following assistance from tugs.

American Shipperweb site
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
  • Hearing on positive train control progress Thursday
  • ILWU tallying ballots for union leadership
  • House unlikely to get tariff details from Trump
  • BIS rule to refine Section 232 exclusion process
  • Trade coalition rails against further China duties
  • Vancouver longshoremen agree to labor deal
  • U.S. pork exports bogged down by tariffs
  • Commentary: There's nothing cute about hazmat
  • U.S. transportation hiring on a roll

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
  • Abysmal clean Med Handysize freight market hammers shipowners' TCEs
    A weakening Mediterranean market for Handysize oil product tankers continues into September after a summer characterised by chronic oversupply of vessels and elevated bunker costs, and rates have dropped to a level where many shipowners are unable to cover their costs.
  • Total books first Saudi Arabia-USAC gasoline cargoes in 3 years
    French oil giant Total has booked four cargoes of gasoline from Saudi Arabia to the US Atlantic Coast, including one set to deliver September 8, in the first such voyages in at least three years, market sources said Friday.
  • USGC-Far East naphtha arbitrage has fleeting return
    Cargoes were booked to sail from the US Gulf Coast carrying naphtha amid what a USGC market source described as a "once-open but now marginally open" arbitrage to Asia.
  • FUTURES 5: NYMEX RBOB strengthens as Bayway FCC issues continue
    The oil complex clawed back some ground during afternoon US trading Friday, led by NYMEX October RBOB, which settled 1.9 cents higher at $1.9700/gal.
  • Istanbul bunker fuel tightness boosts premium to Piraeus
    The premium of bunker fuel at Istanbul over the Greek port of Piraeus continued to widen Friday on tight product and barge availability at the Turkish port, sources said Friday.
  • Saudi Arabia could be vital to fuel oil hazy future
    The world largest crude oil exporter could be the answer to the quandary that awaits the high sulfur fuel oil market once interest for this product wanes due to implementation of a global marine sulfur cap.
  • US DATA: EIA says USGC fuel oil stocks lowest since 2009
    No export fixtures out of the USGC to Singapore have been reported to S&P Global Platts this week.
  • OPEC crude production rises to 32.89 mil b/d in August as cuts unwind: Platts survey
    Taking away Congo, OPEC's August output of 32.57 million b/d is the highest since it produced the same amount in October 2017.
  • Singapore 180 CST HSFO cash differential hits 5-month low on higher supply
    "Ex-wharf premiums [to Mean of Platts Singapore 380 CST HSFO assessments] are likely to come off gradually with more cargoes expected," a trader said.
  • Greece's Maran Tankers to install scrubbers, ballast water systems on 13 ships
    The installation will take place at Sembcorp Marine's Tuas Boulevard Yard and Admiralty Yard.
  • TANKERS: Panamax UKC-TA route hits nine-month high
    The position list is very tight and aside from one or two vessels opening up in the region there are few options left for charterers.
  • US sanctions target Syrian petroleum trade network
    Sanctions have been issued four individuals and five entities for potentially setting up a delivery network supplying the Syrian government with crude oil, fuel and LNG as well as financing and weapons.
  • Asian refiners show voracious appetite for Atlantic Basin crudes
    The glut of sweet crudes that had emerged over the past few months is fading due to sturdy and emphatic demand from Asian refiners.

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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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