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February 23, 2018
Sched Netweb site
  • NYK and "K" Line meekly accept EU fines of US$485.6 million for price fixing
  • Port of Long Beach handles a monthly record of 657,830 TEU in January
  • Transits through the Malacca Straits hit high of 84,456 in 2017
  • APL expands Eagle GO Guaranteed Service to 29 Asian ports to US
  • PSA expected to place order for driverless trucks for Tuas port
  • Manila's ICTSI steps up Basra port investment to US$250 million
  • Long-running strike at Maersk's APMT Gothenburg hits port revenues hard
  • US tax cuts spark fear of copy-cat reforms 'undermining public spending'
  • Trans-Caspian Transport Route said to handle 4 million tons in 2018
  • Contargo Rail Services starts freight services from Duisburg
  • Spy-in-the-cab tech has shippers scramble for scarce truck capacity
  • America's Truckers press Trump to fund infrastructure via fuel tax
  • Truck stops, truckers want gas tax instead of interstate toll roads
  • US railways like Trump plan, but wants 'user-pay' to apply to highways
  • US Amtrak subsidies to be cut in half to US$738 million in Trump budget
  • Drone's near miss with jetliner sparks air lobby's demand for new laws
  • Fraport, Dakosy create world's first digital portal for dangerous goods
  • Growth in global air freight demand to outpace freighter capacity
  • Emirates SkyCargo flies UAE's first satellite to South Korea

Exim Indiaweb site
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
  • Are ship's stores dangerous goods?
  • Global exports of India-made retail & lifestyle products grew by 16 pc in 2017
  • MOL's comments on decision by the European Commission concerning violation of European Antitrust Law
  • JN Port ensuring cost-effective & speedier movement of consignments
  • V.O. Chidambaranar Port creates new single day coal handling record at Berth IX
  • Mahindra Logistics opens its largest multi-user facility in Chakan, Pune
  • EEPC India & NID join hands to scale up product design for engineering exports
  • Russia seeks special industrial zone in Maharashtra for its companies

International Transport Journalweb site
  • A new millionaire
  • Stepping up involvement in automotive logistics
  • PSI shoulders logistics for shipbuilder
  • ECS Group supports UIA growth
  • One-stop shop for shipping perishables
  • Changes at Britannia in Japan and Taiwan
  • Quay closed - no way says HGK
  • Europa Northampton is growing fast
  • Middle East airlines increase global belly capacities
  • Schiphol and Amsterdam Airport bundle forces
  • Intermarine granted cyanide code certification
  • Piggyback shipment twice as fast as road haulage
  • Global Integrated Logistics boosts Agility's revenue
  • Augsburg container station shaping up nicely
  • KOG even more international
  • Grounding for Venezuelan's third airline
  • European Commission fining car carriers

IHS Maritimeweb site
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
  • West Africa piracy surge prompts rise in ship guards
  • Boskalis consortium wins Tuas Phase 2 contract
  • Borr Drilling to buy Paragon Drilling for USD232.5 million
  • New era heralded at Port of New York and New Jersey
  • Women in Maritime Taskforce to map gender balance in UK shipping
  • Japan's Big Three lines 'regret' EU cartel activity
  • Reefers slip in market battle with containers
  • MOL confirms Supramax orders
  • Sembmarine's net profit down by 82.1% in 2017

The Loadstarweb site
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
  • Will digitisation kill off the forwarder?
  • Air cargo infrastructure in crisis as it faces a perfect storm
  • Maersk hints at using LNG in post-2020 low sulphur shipping
  • SME shippers set to enjoy logistics boost from DHL Express' new Brussels hub
  • Walmart's earnings disappoint, and it's pretty much all due to e-commerce
  • EC imposes €395m fine on car carrier cartel, but whistleblower MOL wins immunity

Marine Logweb site
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
  • Historic tall ship to add batteries
  • Marcon brokers sale and tow of double hull ocean tank barge
  • VIDEO: NNS completes 806 ton superlift of Kennedy module
  • Ice class Seaway tug now at production design stage
  • Wärtsilä expands maintenance agreement with TMS Cardiff Gas
  • Environmentally friendly Wattentaxi pioneers Becker battery system
  • WinGD authorizes two global service providers
  • Borr Drilling set to acquire Paragon Offshore

Lloyd's Listweb site
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
  • Impairment losses on 20 ships bulk up Diana loss
    Greek owner posts $436m loss but revenues are rising
  • Seafarers to get 2.5% pay boost in 2019
    New IBF agreement downgrades Somali voyage threat
  • Busiest year on record for the Port of New York and New Jersey
    'New' Bayonne Bridge and related infrastructure projects pay huge dividends in 2017 with more growth expected in coming years
  • North and Swedish clock up renewal round tonnage growth
    Pointers so far indicate positive trend for P&I sector
  • Fujairah adopts blockchain to gather oil storage data
    Middle Eastern trading hub aims to improve efficiency and data security
  • Teekay's losses widen on weaker tanker markets
    Energy transportation group's chief executive sees positives going forward
  • China investigates possible breach of North Korea sanctions at sea
    Beijing government 'highly concerned' about the situation, says foreign ministry spokesman
  • Equality: Time to put some skin in the game
    Virgin Money made a very smart move investing in HM Treasury's Women in Finance Charter initiative. Not because it was...
  • Panamax boxship sales rebound
    Shortage of tonnage following fleet rationalisation sees sales volumes rise
  • HMM returns to Asia-Europe with panamax vessels
    Korean container line introduces new 'baby-sized' service, but launch is also 'a prelude for a more substantial return', says Alphaliner
  • Oil deposits found on Japanese islands linked to sunken Sanchi
    Samples taken from shores of Okinoerabu and Yoron islands similar to those found at tanker wreck site, says Reuters report
  • Global orderbook-to-fleet ratio at lowest in 20 years
    Moderate supply growth seen in dry bulk and containership segments
  • Lack of demand continues to pressure tanker markets
    But demand growth may improve in the second half of the year, says BIMCO
  • Pioneer Marine expects better year for the dry bulk market
    Dry bulk operator slashes losses in 2017 as the market continues to improve
  • Samkang M&T wins vessel block orders worth $10m from HHI
    Components are expected to be delivered by December 27 this year
  • Maersk sees another year of robust trade growth for US
    Maersk Line says sustained consumer confidence will underpin healthy US imports in 2018, as Canadian ports reap the rewards of...
  • Japan plans to commercialise unmanned vessels by 2025
    Plan comes amid a shortage of seafarers and fierce competition from South Korea and China
  • Boskalis group secures $1bn project for Singapore's Tuas megaport
    Project to take place over a nine-year period with completion scheduled by 2027
  • Gender equality is a male issue too
    Recognise women for their intellect, commitment, hard work and the real contribution they make to your organisation's success
  • Lest we forget
    The 'large and daring sculpture' proposed to commemorate the Battle of the Atlantic is way overdue

The Journal of Commerceweb site
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
  • Prince Rupert aims for normal fluidity in March
  • Where are refrigerated container rates headed?
  • Chicago intermodal rail delays 'unprecedented' since January
  • Reefer container shortage to persist in 2018
  • Bottlenecks threaten strong reefer shipping sector
  • Trans-Pac carriers in contract talks face tough questions
  • JNPT's terminal bests rivals in dwell time reduction
  • Hapag-Lloyd rejects global carriers' terminal-owning strategy
  • DHL scrambling after failed KFC deliveries in UK

TradeWindsweb site
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
  • NCL books higher profit, beats estimates
    Miami-based cruise major expects higher earnings per share (EPS) for first quarter and all of 2018.
  • StealthGas pens several contracts in return to profit
    New York-listed LPG vessel owner pens in a couple of two-year contracts and several shorter-period deals as it missed estimates for the fourth quarter.
  • Eurotankers snaps up Ridgebury aframax
    Greek owner confirms one deal but denies a second tanker has also been added.
  • Idan Ofer heads league of shipping's football owners
  • Scorpio CFO reflects upon two decades of experience
    Brian Lee reveals he ignored his sister's advice to avoid shipping and launched a career that has closely tracked the path of Robert Bugbee
  • Shareholders should question the logic behind a buy-back scheme
    Share repurchase programmes are in vogue for public companies large and small, but the jury remains out on whether they are always a good long-term strategy
  • Shipping banks should drive innovation with 'smart' capital
    Bankers have an opportunity to help the industry adapt to the changing demands it faces, argues Paul Taylor, global head of shipping finance at Societe Generale
  • Skou setting up AP Moller as FedEx of box logistics
    Chief executive's transformation plan pitches group as competitor to transport market leaders with digital skills to rival online banking
  • 'Smart money' takes control of listed group M&A deals
  • US documents reveal Gener8 was at centre of takeover dogfight
    Peter Georgiopoulos had several deals in the air - including, it seems, negotiations with Chinese giant Cosco - before Euronav won out
  • Diana Shipping losses narrow on higher revenue
    New York-listed bulker owner sees one-time impairment hit of $422.5m during the fourth quarter.
  • Future talent steps forward as ICS boosts training plan
  • Juicy boxship sale is 'purely opportunistic' for CMB
  • Owners ride winds of change in charter market
    Rates head for fourth straight month of gains as shipowners prepare to tighten the screw
  • Simatech plots order for four 2,800-teu newbuilds
  • CMA CGM set to go for gas with $1.7bn order for up to 12 newbuilds
    After its supersize containerships, liner giant again leans toward dual-fuel option for 14,000-teu boxships
  • Nissen Kaiun turns to South Korea for feeder boxship order
  • Report on boxship explosion illustrates potential MGO dangers
  • Trader-class steam ship fixed on period business
  • Outlook fuels fresh talk of speculative LNG orders
    Enquiries pick up ahead of firm project demand on back of low prices and forward sentiment
  • Flex closes in on order for pair of LNG newbuildings
    Low newbuilding prices and vessel shortfall prompt John Fredriksen-backed company to consider orders
  • Dynagas sees gap in LNG ship capacity and forward demand
  • Sales talk swirls over BP-chartered ships
  • TPL starts up sales process
  • FGAS adds two more LPG carriers to growing fleet
  • Nauticor starts up LNG bunkering in ARA
    Hamburg-based company expands LNG distribution network as it fuels one of the first LNG-powered boxships.
  • Dubai-based Telford Offshore emerges from default of Sea Trucks Group
  • Local knowledge key as SCF expands in offshore
    Vice president Evgeniy Ambrosov reveals strategy behind Russian owner's increasingly important OSV division
  • Helix expects better markets but 'nowhere near' post-2018 potential
    Vessel supply will dictate the pace of offshore recovery even if the bottom is here, says CEO Owen Kratz
  • Singapore court sells unwanted offshore tonnage
  • Nor-Shipping teams up with Mercy Ships
  • IMO admits serious safety worries still hang over 2020 fuel switch
    Delegates voice fears about the potential effect of low-sulphur fuels on ship machinery
  • Bimco KPI scheme aims to track 10,000 vessels
    Shipowners' association hopes free performance indicator scheme will become the industry's benchmark for shipmanagement
  • Wexit claim is a score draw
  • US shale gas may double transit length for long-haul chemicals
    Expected growth in global chemicals demand, coupled with longer voyages, may end up being a rather healthy tonic for chemical tankers, says Odfjell
  • Norton waits for 'freewheeling' Jones Act market to lift OSG
    Pure play US-flag shipowner has made a conscious choice not to fix out vessels long-term at loss-making rates, positioning itself to take advantage of any improvement in spot market
  • Big choices loom on fleet renewal and American Shipping tankers
  • Odfjell's Morch expects greater chemicals consolidation in 2018
    More mergers may occur among owners of smaller chemical tankers as investors learn the importance of a global footprint
  • Odfjell sees more underlying progress in drive to cut losses
  • Historic loading gives glimmer of hope for beleaguered VLCCs
    First direct loading of a VLCC at LOOP is a reflection of surging US oil production - but big tanker owners could do with a few more shafts of light amid the gloom
  • Bugbee raises a glass to merits of modern ships
  • Hannevik's son follows in his father's footsteps at Bergshav
  • Eurotankers adds another tanker to expanding fleet
  • Tokyo broker Seaservice closes its doors to shipping
    Withdrawal seen as sign of the times for Japan's beleaguered tanker brokers as consolidation of country's oil refiners bites
  • Sinokor locks away four VLCC newbuildings to GS Caltex
  • Pertamina still on the lookout to buy VLCCs
  • Super-Eco makes way for new tonnage
  • BP's VLCC time-charter haul rises to four
  • Cido set to trim fleet again with MR tanker sales
  • Ancora Investment to sell last suezmax tanker
    Greek owner is seeking a buyer for 2003-built ship, sources say.
  • MOL orders again after shake-up in dry bulk
  • Sinokor bucks subdued New Year scrapping
  • S&P puts Eletson bonds to 'selective default' after agreement with bondholders
    Company says regrets downgrade, sees no impact on customers, employees.
  • A day in the life: Port chaplain David See
    Port chaplains have had to adapt to the bewildering pace of technological change. But the most important thing hasn't changed: above all, they need to be good listeners
  • Life in the fast lane with Containerships boss
    The Finnish company's chief executive is a driving force for change. Out of the office, he's still a driving force
  • Resolve Marine: Keeping it in the family
  • Shipping M&A: Money men are calling the shots
    Gener8's takeover by Euronav is the latest in a growing trend that shows private equity is in the driver's seat
  • Diana Shipping losses narrow on higher revenue
    New York-listed bulker owner sees one-time impairment hit of $422.5m during the fourth quarter.
  • From Rena to Katrina: The Resolve story
    How a 'mom and pop shop' became one of the world's largest salvage companies and is swimming against the tide set by the big boys
  • Junichiro Ikeda outlines his vision for MOL
    Junichiro Ikeda looks to the future, starting with the mega-merger that will transform the Japanese liner landscape
  • Wilhelmsen Ship Management inks offshore wind deal
    Five-year contract signed alongside fellow group company NorSea.
  • BW Offshore notes improving market as profit returns
    Forth quarter profit helps FPSO specialist return to the black in 2017.
  • Wartsila inks deal with TMS Cardiff Gas
    Finnish group to maintain four LNG carriers for Economou company.
  • Gorgels takes top job in ABN Amro shipping reshuffle
    Merger of shipping and logistics comes amid confirmation the Gust Biesbroeck has left the bank.
  • Teekay LNG sells ship and secures fresh loan
    Opportunistic sale and latest refinancing package revealed in eventful fourth quarter report.
  • Oceanteam faces court probe in Norway
    OSV owner to be investigated over related-party transactions.
  • Employers agree 2.5% wage increase
    IBF talks limit wage inflation but employers make concessions on dock work.
  • Kenneth Hvid points to Teekay Corp 'inflection point'
    Fresh capital and the arrival of new ships lead to upbeat assessment from chief executive.
  • Teekay Offshore hit by newbuilding costs
    Profit lowered by transit of shuttle tankers to east coast of Canada.
  • Borr Drilling scoops Paragon rig fleet
    Tor Olav Troim-backed owner adds 32 units in $232.5m deal.
  • Siem Offshore slashes its loss
    Finance and impairment costs drop for Norwegian OSV owner.
  • Robbers wield AK47s in latest Gulf of Guinea attack
    Nigerian incident saw repeated attempt by pirates to board moving vessel using ladders. d

American Shipperweb site
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
  • HMM's 'U.S. Premium Service' moves over 10,000 TEUs
    Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) said Thursday that it has moved over 10,000 TEUs of containers under its "U.S. Premium Service" where shipper...
  • Commerce confirms antidumping duties for Argentina, Indonesia biodiesel
    The Commerce Department on Wednesday announced affirmative final determinations in the antidumping duty investigations of biodiesel from In...
  • Navios Maritime Partners snags $35m
    Navios Maritime Partners L.P., an international owner and operator of container and dry bulk vessels, has closed the previously announced o...
  • Commentary: Compliance in an e-commerce world
    It's hard to think of a year in which global trade was more under the microscope than it was in 2017, especially in North America. Under t...
  • MPC Container Ships continues fleet expansion
    Fledgling containership owner and operator MPC Container Ships AS is continuing to grow it's fleet at a rapid clip. The Norway-based compa...
  • Diana's net loss plunges deeper
    Diana Shipping Inc.'s net loss for the fourth quarter of 2017 sank down to $436.9 million, much deeper than the net loss of $23.3 million f...
  • ATA: Truck tonnage growth continues in January
    Domestic truck tonnage growth continued in January 2018, rising 2 percent from the previous month and 8.8 percent year-over-year, according...
  • NWSA box volumes fall in January
    Combined container volumes at the ports of Seattle and Tacoma fell 16.7 percent to 250,762 TEUs in January 2018, according to the most rece...

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
  • Nigeria crude output currently under 1.8 mil b/d: minister
    Nigerian crude oil production remains under 1.8 million b/d, the country's oil minister said Thursday, noting Africa's largest oil producer will stay below that quota for the rest of 2018, as "advised" by OPEC.
  • OPEC seeks permanent Russia alliance to boost upstream investment: UAE minister
    A permanent alliance with Russia and other allies would be aimed at ensuring enough upstream investment in the oil industry to meet growing demand, UAE energy minister Suhail al-Mazrouei said Thursday.
  • US will not certify Iran nuclear deal: Pence
    The Trump administration will not certify the Iran nuclear deal, US Vice President Mike Pence said Thursday, increasing the likelihood of re-imposition of US sanctions on international sales of Iranian crude.
  • US crude stocks draw on fewer imports, more exports
    US Energy Information Administration data released Thursday showed a surprise draw in crude stocks last week, spurring a turnaround in oil futures that lifted NYMEX April crude back above $62/b.
  • Surprise US crude draw sparks turnaround in oil futures
    Oil futures rose Thursday after US Energy Information Administration data showed an unexpected draw in crude stocks last week, lifting NYMEX April crude $1.09 to $62.77/b.
  • Bunker supplier Aegean signs deal to buy H.E.C. Europe
    Challenging bunker market conditions has prompted Aegean to diversify its business model.
  • Global oil stocks may struggle to fall in 2019: Vitol
    Bake said "there is a huge amount of uncertainty even within our own organization about how best to respond" to the 0.5% sulfur cap in 2020.
  • Glencore sees steady rise in 2017 crude oil trading volumes
    Oil marketing volumes saw a meaningful increase, with Glencore marketing 1.2 billion barrels of crude oil last year, up 33% from 2016.
  • Shanghai 380 CST bunker premium at 1-year high on holiday surcharge, tight supply
    Because of the holidays, most of the barge operators have gone home, a Shanghai-based trader said.
  • European Commission fines Japan's K Line, NYK over car carrier cartel
    The cartel coordinated prices, allocated customers and exchanged commercially sensitive information about elements of the price, EC said.
  • Total to keep probing risky oil and gas frontiers: upstream chief
    Breuillac emphasized th strategic importance of North Sea as Total completes its purchase of Maersk Oil.
  • FUTURES: Crude falls on firmer dollar despite API crude draw data

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