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June 5, 2019
Sched Netweb site
  • Vancouver lockout brings longshoremen to terms in less than three hours
  • Hapag-Lloyd back in black, quarterly revenue up 8.6pc to US$3.9b
  • Ningbo-Zhoushan port adds three new container berths at Jintang
  • Spot rates make extraordinary 13.7pc jump in face of cancelled sailings
  • PSA, PFR and IFM investors jointly acquire Poland's largest box terminal
  • Egypt's Damietta Port ready to handle 14,000-TEUers
  • Finnish police looking into possible fraud at Cargotec's MacGregor
  • India loses GSP preferential status
  • Sino-US trade war means a bleak 2019 for air carriers, says IATA chief
  • Unilode opens new repair centre in Hong Kong
  • Etihad buys out partner and sets up its own secures valuable service

Exim Indiaweb site
JUNE 4, 2019
  • Box cargo volume to fall sharply between China & US: Analysts
  • CMA CGM to upgrade its Europe/Caribbean & Latin America offering
  • Contracted freight rates seen up in May for containership segment as new contracts are finalised
  • Global LNG trade continues to increase, says key official
  • Hutchison Ports to build & operate container terminal in Québec
  • ICS' third edition guidelines on application of ILO Maritime Labour Convention launched
  • Mammoet Germany acquires MEYER Anlagenbau
  • Moderate rise seen continuing in manning costs
  • Import of glycine from India, China & Japan hurting US industry, says trade body
  • NMPT's proposal for anchorage charges seen as disadvantageous to the port
  • Roadwings International launches GOCON web portal for supply of container trailers
  • Gross GST revenue up
  • GSP withdrawal would have limited impact but RoSCTL extension needed, says FIEO
  • Steel industry expected to benefit from new govt's spending on infrastructure
  • Training seminar on shipping & logistics in Gandhidham on June 15 a must-attend for key members of the fraternity

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Space for local heroes
  • Increased train speed to enhance capacity
  • Transport specialist improves container train loading
  • Hertzog & Partner and Maritime Network prolong cooperation
  • New facility for life sciences and healthcare
  • ZIM goes green
  • Latam Cargo signs global master lease agreement with CSafe
  • Three more locomotives for UK's rail network
  • All Martin Bencher offices now certified
  • Verdion launches iPort Phase 2 with new warehouse deal
  • BHV links new name with specific demands
  • Turkish Cargo continues growth with dual hub approach
  • China train adds more destinations in Asia to its network
  • Iumi appoints new Asia ambassador
  • Loxxter introduces new cloud solution
  • Norway helps IMO achieve its goals
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Air New Zealand dreams of new flag ship

The Loadstarweb site
JUNE 4, 2019
  • US-China tension casts shadow over Transport Logistic in Munich
  • TAC Index expands coverage - as air cargo demand appears to weaken
  • FedEx plans daily e-commerce deliveries in 2020 to maximise Ground fleet utilisation
  • US and Asian supply chains brace for impact as tropical storm seasons approach
  • Hapag-Lloyd launches remote reefer monitoring system
  • DHL invests in air freight capacity to cater for surge in Japanese seafood exports
  • Supply chain radar: About DSV Panalpina's Sfr20m break fee - and a deal that 'should have never happened'
  • Mike Tegtmeyer joins AIT Worldwide as vice president of global IT infrastructure
  • A 'Bridge' to China, and her family's business, in the Trump cabinet

Marine Logweb site
JUNE 4, 2019
  • Alfa Laval offers future proof scrubber options
    Local bans on open loop exhaust gas scrubbing are causing shipowners to look more closely at closed loop solutions. Alfa Laval PureSOx gives customers the option of closed loop scrubbing either by
  • Wärtsilä's Operim promises smarter performance, greater profitability
    Wärtsilä is launching a new, digital version of its Operim (Operational Performance Improvement & Monitoring) offering at this year's Nor-Shipping event in Oslo, Norway. By digitally augmenting physical products through the addition
  • Inland Marine Services to manage Apex Oil fleet
    Hebron, Ky,, headquartered vessel management specialist Inland Marine Service (IMS) has signed up Apex Oil Company, Inc. as its latest client. As a result of the deal, IMS will be responsible for
  • ABS publishes Low Carbon Shipping Outlook
    A Low Carbon Shipping Outlook just published by ABS aims to help the maritime sector evaluate potential pathways to a low-carbon future. "Despite all the noise and confusion about IMO 2020, the
  • Cummins unveils IMO Tier III strategy
    Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) today unveiled its solution for meeting IMO Tier III emissions regulations. The company will utilize proven Tier II engine technology and add a Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) aftertreatment
  • Dataran Elektra appointed first PETRONAS-licensed agent for FUELTRAX in Malaysia
    To satisfy the growing demand for electronic fuel monitoring systems (EFMS) in Malaysia, FUELTRAX has appointed trade and services provider Dataran Elektra as the first PETRONAS-licensed agent for FUELTRAX in Malaysia. Now,
  • ABB adds DP2 capability to pilot control solution
    ABB is adding DP2 dynamic positioning functionality to its ABB Ability Marine Pilot Control solution. Designed to optimize vessel responsiveness, efficiency and safety across the entire operating profile, ABB Ability Marine Pilot
  • Three new two-strokes join WinGD engine line-up
    WinGD (Winterthur Gas & Diesel Ltd.) has introduced three new low-speed, two-stroke engines that are capable of operating on low emission fuels. It says the new additions to the portfolio - the

Lloyd's Listweb site
JUNE 4, 2019
  • Sustainable finance tightening will cut off ship funding for smaller companies
    Capital will only flow in the direction of companies that are doing the right things. Scale and access to capital...
  • Wilhelmsen acquires 50% share in NorSea Wind
    Wilhelmsen chief executive says the tie-up with NorSea gives the group a new direction and leg to stand on by...
  • Shipping industry told to innovate to survive
    Prosperity - and even survival - requires shipping companies to be adapt to constant change, says Ramez Naam
  • Nigeria says seafarer kidnappings to be 'history' within months
    "The one assurance I can give you is that in the next few months - not the next few years...
  • Clipper benefits from strong ro-ro demand
    The expected improvement this year are driven by "continued positive commercial developments" in Seatruck Ferries, which operates ro-ro services in...
  • Norway sets out ambitious emission goals
    Neighbouring Scandinavian country Sweden is expected to announce targets of its own
  • J. Lauritzen cuts exposure to dry bulk amid losses
    The Danish company cut the number of controlled bulkers to 68 in the first quarter of the year from 83...
  • Hapag-Lloyd to add tracking to all reefer boxes
    German container line will develop services alongside customers to improve supply chain visibility
  • Torm buys four MRs ahead of market upswing
    The four vessels, built in 2011, have been bought for a total consideration of $83m
  • Maersk launches share buy-back programme
    First phase of plan will see Danish carrier spend up to DKr3.3bn on acquiring its own share capital
  • Oldendorff completes deals with 23 Chinese leasing firms
    Oldendorff adds that during the 35 years between 1986 to 2021 it would have taken delivery of 106 newbuildings from...
  • Daily Briefing
    Autonomous ship pioneers to reap rewards | Liberia deregisters tanker carrying Iran crude | LNG seen to be transitional fuel...
  • Allianz ship total losses plunge to record low
    The overall number of reported shipping incidents was almost flat at 2,698 in 2018, with machinery damage the leading cause...
  • Services sector will gain as Australia tops LNG stakes in 2020, predicts Rystad
    In the interim, with up to $40bn in LNG projects in the region coming through, if those in Papua New...
  • Sabine Pass' sixth train gets the go-ahead
    Cheniere boasts a new capital allocation framework it says will support continued investment in natural gas

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JUNE 4, 2019
  • Canada's Mulroney: North American free trade 'will prevail'
  • NS, UP interline revamp to require crosstown drays
  • Falling imports won't guarantee lower trans-Pacific rates
  • Canadian shippers grapple with tariffs, port delays
  • Charleston's Wando terminal opening earlier for extra volumes
  • Hapag-Lloyd's reefers to bear tracking devices
  • US tariffs threaten fresh congestion at Mexico border
  • SEKO eyeing acquisitions as part of private equity transition
  • CMA CGM bullish on India's project cargo outlook

TradeWindsweb site
JUNE 4, 2019
  • Flex LNG to become first Fredriksen firm with in-house management
    Oslo-listed owner's measure suggests John Fredriksen treats LNG shipping business seriously and will stay for the long run.
  • Shipowners turn to more sophisticated financial models as banks back away
    A more diversified model could benefit shipowners even though other sources of financing are not always easy to secure.
  • FSL completes $31.48m fundraiser
    First Ship Lease Trust has completed its 956 million share fundraiser. Crude tanker rates boost FSL earnings The Singapore-listed shipowner disclosed Tuesday that it had raised $31.48m (SGD 43.03) by selling nearly a billion new units in a non-pronounceable preferential offering first announced last fall. According to the company, 430 million of those units were valid acceptances with another 5
  • US-Cuba cruises banned
    US cruisegoers destined for Cuba will have to change their vacation plans. The Trump administration today banned cruise voyages between the US and the island country in an effort to stop money-making tourism, the Associated Press reports. President Donald Trump has tightened restrictions on travel and remittances to the island nation in response to its support for the Nicolas Maduro regime in Ve
  • Star Bulk, Genco set to benefit from iron ore recovery
    Both owners show major upsides with solid balance sheets, Deutsche Bank analysts say.
  • Shipping faces extra costs to comply with sanctions
    New US advice suggests industry will need to pay for more technology
  • Young people predicted to change shipping's approach to diversity and the environment
    "If you're not here to contribute to society, why are you here?" the TradeWinds conference panel asked.
  • Can dry bulk freight rates still boom in a digital age?
    Have digital developments and changing dynamics in the dry cargo market put a cap on boom-time rates, which have historically helped shipowners build fortunes? Shipping a viable investment again but shipowners must face up to future challenges Wilhelmsen Ship Management breezes into offshore wind market with NorSea deal That was the possibility raised by Jan Dieleman, president of Cargill's oc
  • Castor Maritime sees improved earnings
    Nasdaq-listed owner of one bulker posts higher revenue for first half of year; stock price takes a healthy leap.
  • Wilhelmsen Ship Management breezes into offshore wind market with NorSea deal
    Singapore-based outfit buys 50% stake in the wind-sector specialist and senses a chance for the joint venture to 'set the playing rules a little' in a 'very fragmented market'
  • Shipping a viable investment again but shipowners must face up to future challenges
    Shipping stands as an investible industry for the first time in almost a decade, according to veteran Norwegian broker and investment banker Peter Anker. BHP: LNG bunkering will happen Erna Solberg looks to tap potential of the oceans as Norway intensifies green shipping drive However, the industry is set to see huge change in the next 10 years that will place demands on traditional shipowners
  • Maritime & Merchant Bank planning private placement to fuel growth
    Oslo-based Maritime & Merchant Bank (M&M) is pressing ahead with its plans for growth, which will include an equity raise in the near future and possibly the acquisition of other lenders' shipping loans. Maritime & Merchant Bank grows tanker and container loan book in profitable quarter Maritime & Merchant Bank seeks more deals after profitable start to 2019 Chief executive Halvor Sveen told Tr
  • J Lauritzen cuts 15 bulkers in slump
    Danish group J Lauritzen has reduced its bulker fleet by 15 ships in a weak market. It said it decided to bring the average number of controlled vessels down to 68 in the first quarter, compared with 83 a year ago. Lauritzen, Maersk and Torm join autonomous ship initiative J Lauritzen cuts loss as dry and LPG markets rise The market for handysizes was weak throughout the first three months, it
  • Grupo R sues in Texas for return of $10m in deposits from Coastline Maritime
    Mexican oil and gas giant seeks seizure of OSVs over failed 2014 acquisition
  • Berg is back with MPSV resale and listing plan
    Christian Berg's Bech Offshore is teaming up with Thailand's Beacon Offshore to buy an OSV newbuilding resale - with an Oslo listing also planned. The 4,000-dwt high-end DP 2 MPSV is nearing completion at Vard Shipyards in Vietnam. It was ordered in 2014 and appears to be a former ER Offshore ship, but is now owned by the yard. Norway's Bech will take a stake in Beacon, whose shareholders will
  • BHP: LNG bunkering will see 'quantum leap'
    The industry's drive towards greener, lower-emission fuels will make the current asset model redundant, according to the mining giant's top shipping official.
  • Helsinki Shipyard wins first order since sale
    Finland's Helsinki Shipyard has confirmed its first ship order since it was sold to a pair of Russian businessmen last month. One of the new owner's companies, Vodohod, is contracting two ice-class cruiseships, according to Russia's former deputy transport minister Viktor Olersky, who chairs both the yard and Vodohod. Expedition cruise orders keep rolling in Arctech yard reveals $1.7bn order ho
  • Erna Solberg looks to tap potential of the oceans as Norway intensifies green shipping drive
    Norwegian Prime Minister Erna Solberg has said the world's oceans hold the key to addressing some of the planet's major problems after her government made green shipping a cornerstone of its maritime policy. Speaking at Nor-Shipping in Oslo today, Solberg said we are all living in uncertain times and facing uncertain challenges, from hunger and poverty to climate change. Tax the rich? Norway's s
  • Hahn & Co 'considering' $4bn H-Line Shipping sale
    South Korea's Hahn & Co is being linked with a potential sale of bulker and LNG carrier owner H-Line Shipping. Sources familiar with the matter were cited by Bloomberg as saying the group is considering options for the company. H-Line Shipping spends over $100m on bulker newbuilds at New Times Shipbuilding H-Line orders $142m LNG capesize duo These could include a partial or full disposal. Ha
  • AI works best if you know what you're looking for, says Windward CEO
    Chief executive Ami Daniel says data-based modelling can enhance maritime business operations but goals need to be clear
  • Fifth generation of Eitzen family set to join Camillo Eitzen on comeback trail
    Axel Eitzen's eldest son to join Camillo Eitzen & Co in August as outfit goes for growth
  • Jinhui tears up Chartworld deal over late delivery
    Oslo-listed Jinhui Shipping and Transportation has cancelled a deal to buy a supramax bulker due to its late delivery. The company agreed in April to acquire two ships, the 50,220-dwt Aifanourios (built 2002) and the 50,354-dwt Aigeorgis (built 2001), for $6.25m and $5.75m from Lou Kollakis-led Chartworld Shipping of Greece. Jinhui buys two supramaxes It has now torn up the contract for Aifanou
  • Agent limits liability in vessel draft mix-up
    UK insurer International Transport Intermediaries Club (ITIC) has reminded members of the importance of terms and conditions in contracts after a draft mix-up resulted in a pay-out. The warning comes after a case involving an agent at a discharge port which advised a shipper with cargo on board an inbound vessel that the maximum draft was 40 feet. Armed guards charter clause costs manager $150,0
  • Briese aims to boost MPP fleet with Chinese newbuildings
    German operator eyeing new designs as pending orders and deliveries into the market could render older vessels obsolete
  • Clipper A/S splashes $124m on ro-ros as it logs profit
    Clipper ferry holding company Clipper Group A/S has revealed ro-ro acquisitions as it returned to the black for 2018. The Danish operation, which now effectively consists of Irish Sea ro-ro outfit Seatruck Ferries, said operating profit came in at $13m, against a loss of $12m in 2017. The net result was $0.5m, compared to a loss of $19m in the previous year. Clipper Bulk axes 40 jobs as part of
  • Wanted: Seafarers who like video games and want to spend more time with family
    Even officers' union official sees opportunity in increased automation in shipping, but the e-sport generation may one day take the helm
  • DSME workers stop HHI team carrying out due diligence
    Unionised workers at DSME have prevented a team from Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) carrying out due diligence ahead of their $1.6bn merger. Shareholders okay Hyundai Heavy split despite protests The on-site inspection was called off in Geoje, Korea, on Monday, the Yonhap news agency reported. HHI officials were denied entry, as were executives from Korea Development Bank, which is selling its
  • J&J Denholm was always on my radar, says soon-to-be CEO Ben MacLehose
    Cricket lover takes to the wicket after several years preparing for new CEO challenge
  • Oldendorff reveals 23 sale and charter deals in China
    Germany's Oldendorff group has revealed a series of 23 deals with Chinese leasing companies over the last year. The bulker owner and operator said it struck agreements with three companies for bulkers ranging between 61,000 dwt and 209,000 dwt. Oldendorff boosts green footprint with switch to LED bulbs Oldendorff takes Castor Maritime panamax on charter But the company added that none of these
  • Qatargas pushes back bid deadline on LNG newbuildings
    Middle East producer Qatargas has given shipbuilders more time to submit their initial bids for a series of at least 40 LNG newbuildings. Offers on the huge haul of vessels requested by the world's largest LNG producer were originally due last week on 27 May. Details of Qatargas' bumper LNG tender start to emerge But yards have been given an extension until the 17 June on offers. Interested pa
  • Awilco LNG carrier damaged in collision
    An Awilco LNG vessel is heading to a repair yard after being damaged in a collision in Singapore. Awilco LNG prepares for improving but volatile gas market The Norwegian owner said the 156,600-cbm WilForce (built 2013) was "struck by another vessel" on 30 May. TradeWinds understands the ship was in collision with a newbuilding, Nisshin Shipping's 39,300-dwt open-hatch bulker Western Moscow. No
  • Shearwater and CGG team up on Eidesvik seismic fleet deal
    Norway's Shearwater GeoServices is forming a new seismic shipping alliance with Paris-listed CGG. Shearwater will buy five high-end streamer vessels and two additional "legacy ships" jointly owned by CGG Marine Resources Norge and Norwegian company Eidesvik Offshore. Eidesvik Offshore sees seismic boost after smaller first-quarter loss Rasmussen Group set to profit from Shearwater seismic ships
  • Connections, knowledge and heritage keep Norwegian shipbrokers at the top table
    'Strong reputation' and providing 'clients with a complete tool box' ensures Norway remains one of the world's best broking centres but a 'definite age gap' in the sector 'needs to be filled'
  • Okeanis in pole position as tanker owners await payback on VLCC newbuilding orders
    Alafouzos family company lands largest book gain since start of 2017 with $121m increase on the contract price for eight new vessels, with Angelicoussis in second
  • Allianz: Asia Pacific top region for casualties in 2018
    Insurer says South China, Indochina, Indonesia and the Philippines remain accident blackspots.
  • Total to acquire Toshiba's US LNG business
    French oil major says deal is set to make it one of the leading US LNG exporters by 2020.
  • Fearnley's 16% shipping return draws doubts and praises
    While shipping has the unwanted reputation of low returns in recent years, Norwegian brokerage claims to have achieved average annual return of 16% in the past two decades.
  • Ampelmann seals debut Norway offshore contract
    Dutch offshore service provider says walk-to-work project due to start in June aboard Normand Jarstein.
  • South Korea cedes aframax top spot to Chinese shipbuilders
    China takes advantage of their South Korean counterparts' financial troubles and higher prices to corner the market for newbuilds
  • Feen Marine launches plug and play scrubber in a box
    Batam-based scrubber maker says SOx Box simplifies installation and cuts costs

American Shipperweb site
JUNE 4, 2019
  • Number of ship total losses lowest in a century
    But Allianz's Baptiste Ossena says that the "lack of an overall fall in shipping incidents, heightened political risks to vessel security, complying with 2020 emissions rules and the growing number of fires on board bring challenges."
  • House Appropriations approves FY2020 T-HUD bill
    The legislation, which was favorably reported to the House by a 29-21 recorded vote, provides $137.1 billion in budgetary resources and includes $75.8 billion in discretionary funding.
  • FMCSA taking applications for younger CMV driver pilot
    The pilot program allows a limited number of drivers ages 18 to 21 to drive CMVs in interstate commerce if they possess the military equivalent of a CDL.
  • Final rule to further restrict air and vessel travel to Cuba
    Effective Wednesday, the rule will amend the Export Administration Regulations' aircraft, vessels and spacecraft license exception.
  • DHL survey finds e-commerce shippers' biggest issue
  • Canada to spend $47.5 million on Port of Halifax
  • Maersk withdrawing from two discussion agreements
  • Executive Moves: CCA, Prince Rupert, Survitec
  • Hapag-Lloyd introduces container monitoring program

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JUNE 4, 2019
  • Crude settles higher as equity markets rally
    Crude oil futures settled higher Tuesday, moving from the morning's negative territory into the black as equity markets rallied.
  • Port of Rotterdam handles record number of containers in April
    The total volume of container freight handled in Rotterdam in April hit 13.6 million mt.
  • External: Global Risk Management
  • Awilco LNG says no bunker fuel spill after WilForce hit by ship off Singapore
    "The vessel has full insurance cover for repair expenses and loss of hire, subject to a deductible," Awilco LNG said.
  • Global growth concerns continue to weigh on crude complex
    "US production levels continue to look really strong," said Tradition Energy analyst Gene McGillian.
  • Glencore's head of oil trading Alex Beard to retire this month
    Beard's exit follows the recent retirement of Chris Mahoney, the head of Glencore's agricultural business, and top copper executive Aristotelis Mistakidis.

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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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