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November 7, 2019

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Xi Jinping commits to global trading order as US trade accord nears Danaos quarterly profit falls 73pc to US$33.9 million as sales slip 5pc Westports Q3 profit up 11.9pc to US$38 million as revenues rise 10.3pc Risk management factors make La Spezia the Med port to watch Hong Kong holds Asian Logistics Maritime Conference on Nov 19-20 Uber Freight in Canada facilitates cross-border trade after EU growth DHL launches fastest rail freight service between China and Germany Macao's September land container cargo soars 36.7pc to 2,213 tonnes UPS is ready for holiday volumes, already making deliveries by drone NY-NJ port upgrades to surpass Long Beach in throughput rankings North America's Q3 intermodal volumes fall 3.7pc, but upturn expected Hong Kong air cargo slows, but e-commerce to come to rescue: DHL India's IndiGo orders 300 planes, Airbus' biggest order from one airline Airbus scoops orders as Boeing flounders after fatal 737 Max crashes

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NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Boxco Logistics handles heaviest single consignment at New Mangalore Port CPO Tankers becomes ZEABORN Tankers First BIMSTEC Ports' Conclave to focus on furthering coastal shipping & ex-im trade India has gained in exports due to US-China trade war, says study Steel consumption in India set for quantum jump: Dharmendra Pradhan Trade agreements with US & European Union being explored

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Irma's first flight connected to Iran Schweizerzug links Niederglatt with Antwerp Wels to become a key hub for West-South traffic Industrial zone in Port Trois-Rivieres takes off Raben Group to take over Fenthol & Sandtmann GAC becomes Aberdeen FC's official logistics partner Transpacific connection - part I Better rail transport interoperability in Dutch network More electric cars in bremenports Geis sells Central European parcel business to DPD Group Dnata's DWC pharma ops now Iata CEIV certified Collett wins FTA award More capacity for Norwegian beverage supplier Michelle Ho to head the China branch at UPS Transpacific connection - part II "Curiosity of the Day" New tool improves risk assessment and cost analysis Rotterdam tightens its international links

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NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Decision not to install scrubbers could prove expensive for ONE Its 'winning strategy' delivers as Expeditors weathers 'challenging' market Australian box terminal operators offset falling volumes by hiking fees 'Ship agents must reinvent themselves, or they won't survive' Comment: The Brexit message to logistics providers is 'be prepared' Sharon Page becomes director freight forwarding Europe for Tigers Jury awards $93.6m to former terminal operator at Portland Horrific ways people-smugglers traffic migrants Beverage logistics veteran Chris Porter to develop business for Kukla Globaltruck brings in logistics specialist Ilya Sattarov as new CEO Supply chain radar: Keep the faith in 'best of breed' Expeditors at your own risk M&A radar: Hapag-Lloyd - something's brewing in Hamburg's secret rooms... Supply chain radar: From bad to worse at Atlas Air On the wires: Gefco hunting for value-drivers...

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NOVEMBER 6, 2019
VIDEO: AI pilot project saves fuel on Stena Line ferry Leading European ferry operator Stena Lines says that a pilot project has shown that fuel consumption can be cut using artificial intelligence (AI) technology to predict the most fuel-efficient way to operate Terntank orders hybrid tanker duo Swedish based Terntank, a pioneer of LNG as a marine fuel, is taking the next step towards carbon-neutral shipping. It has ordered two new 15,000 dwt chemical/product/biofuels tankers at China's AVIC Dingheng Osage Marine Services takes delivery of first of two newbuild towboats Master Marine, Inc, Bayou La Batre, Ala., has delivered the M/V Charlie T, the first of two vessels ordered at the shipyard by Osage Marine Services, Inc., St. Louis, Mo. Both are

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NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Greek shipping minister urges 'practical solutions' to 2020 implementation issues 'We need to ensure global availability of compliant fuels and resolve all issues related to compliance, quality and safety requirements... Shipping's future relies on industry chain unity, says Cosco Shipping chairman The Global Shipping Industry Chain Co-operation Initiative has been launched at the 2019 Word Shipping Summit, with the initial enrolment... Karamanlis urges graduates to find new solutions Former Greek Prime Minister Kostas Karamanlis tells the next generation of shipping leaders that 'shipping, trade, and finance do not... Owner of targeted vessel may quit Gulf of Guinea over crime risk Nine crew members from one of Norway-based JJ Ugland's bulkers were abducted off the coast of Benin in West Africa... US says Cosco is not untouchable US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State warns the industry still has some way to go, despite progress in ensuring sanctions... More carriers add transitional fuel charges Maersk, CMA CGM and Hamburg Süd introduce emergency bunker charges Norden eyes 'positive' end to year after losses narrow The company expects to benefit from its scrubber programme, which is well under way. By the end of the year... Zeaborn rebrands CPO Tankers after takeover 'Zeaborn Tankers will operate as a legally independent company under the brand name Zeaborn Ship Management ... thus expanding the... IMO to discuss new carbon-cutting regulations Pressure is on regulators to make progress on new decarbonisation measures during negotiations at IMO next week Daily Briefing Free to read: 'Shipping cannot meet 2050 emissions goal' \| Opec forecasts 'less severe' IMO 2020 implementation \| Xi pledges... Tanker owners delay scrubber retrofits to cash in on rate rises Tankers are being lured to the market by high spot rates not seen in more than a decade Maersk to trial auxiliary battery power system Containerised battery system will help reduce generator loads and lower fuel consumption Cargill, Maersk Tankers, and Mitsui & Co start work on fuel-saving technologies The three companies, which bring together ship types and expertise from two key shipping sectors, hope their Njord project will... Hong Kong pushes forward with blockchain project for trade finance The network's member banks will be able to leverage trusted data to streamline their trade finance approval operations, improve risk... Trafigura unveils blockchain trade platform in Singapore Trafigura has come together with DBS Bank, Infocomm Media Development Authority, the International Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise Singapore and tradetech... Hafnia raises $230m in private placement The product tanker company's shares are expected to start trading on the Oslo Stock Exchange this week Seafarers face risk of mental health issues The research, funded by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health, urges shipping companies to provide greater support for workers...

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NOVEMBER 6, 2019
G2 Ocean banks on wind to double project cargo revenues US truck drivers racking up speeding violations Carriers unveil spot low-sulfur surcharges India inks Bangladesh coastal pact to deepen inland waterway reach Scrubber benefits emerge as bunker fuel spread widens MPV/HL sector nearing a recovery? CargoSmart links shipment data, trade finance blockchains

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NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Analysts lower GasLog expectations despite positive outlook Two analysts have lowered expectations for GasLog after the company fell short of expectations on its third quarter earnings. The New York-listed gas carrier owner posted $25.5m in adjusted profit for the three months ending 30 September, good for $0.01 in adjusted earnings per share - much lower than the $0.07 consensus. GasLog profits fall as revenues rise in strengthening market GasLog also Eagle Bulk misses Wall Street consensus amid 'volatile' quarter Eagle Bulk Shipping landed on the red side of the ledger amid an unpredictable market, falling short of analysts' estimates. The Gary Vogel-led owner of supramaxes and ultramaxes posted a $4.56m deficit for the third quarter versus a $2.58m profit for the same period in 2018. Loss per share came in at $0.06, missing analysts' expectations by $0.04. Revenue gained $5.1m to $74.1m, but that was of Genco Shipping to issue its first dividend in several years Company institutes regular quarterly dividend policy BC Ferries orders four more vessels from Damen Shipyard British Columbia Ferry Services has awarded a contract for four battery electric-hybrid ferries from Damen Shipyards after ordering two such vessels from the Dutch yard in 2017. The Quebec owner of 35 ferries announced the latest order Wednesday and expects the "island-class" ships to enter service in 2022. The company, also known as BC Ferries, in June 2017 awarded a contract to Damen to build US says Cosco sanctions prove no one is "too big to fail" Washington hopes the sanctions on two offshoot of Chinese state conglomerate set an example to the shipping industry, according to the State Department Shell forecasts LNG supply gap amid demand growth Producer Cheniere is optimistic new capacity will continue to be absorbed but others like BP see oversupply looming MOL and Gazocean set for new Total LNGBV charter Duo that supplied original pioneering unit is expected to win second contract as energy major gears up for next CMA CGM ships GasLog profits fall as revenues rise in strengthening market The Paul Wogan-led company predicts a "structurally tighter" market in 2020 and 2021 ExxonMobil charter shows willingness to pick up older tankers In spite of increased focus on new and modern tonnage, oil majors are still showing a willing to take on some older vessels on time charters, albeit at a somewhat lower rate. European brokers reported this week that ExxonMobil has fixed a 16-year-old aframax from Sea World Management & Trading of Greece for a year. The Texas energy major has reportedly taken the 106,000-dwt Sea Beech (built 20 Hermes Marine fights back against Phoenix VLCC deal cancellation Ghassan Ghandour's Hermes Marine Management said it will seek compensation from Phoenix Tankers for cancelling a planned VLCC transaction between the two companies last month. As TradeWinds reported at the time, Phoenix went back on a deal to sell the 302,000-dwt VLCC Phoenix Vanguard (built 2007). Phoenix Tankers renews effort to sell VLCC in buoyant market An executive of Singapore-based Tax rolls reveal substantial bills for Norway's shipowners - except for the richest The official lists of how much individuals are paying in taxes in Norway was made publicly available this week. But attention has focused on the 2018 tax bills, or lack thereof, for the country's two richest shipping moguls. John Fredriksen and Torstein Hagen are not paying income tax in Norway. Fredriksen, with a calculated wealth of NOK 114bn ($13.3bn) is a Cypriot citizen. Hagen, a Switzerla Does Diana Shipping's family plan work in public markets? Governance watchdog takes aim at daughter, in-law appointments for two companies led by Simeon Palios. Hafnia takes $230m from scaled-back Oslo deal Original targets pulled back across the board, but Mikael Skov-led product giant puts positive face on its impending Axess listing. Global Ship Lease beats estimates with stronger ledger GSL exits the third quarter with a stronger capital structure that is ripe for growth and includes two used vessel buys, according to its chief executive. Norden aiming to return cash to shareholders Norden aims to return more cash to shareholders in the future and is tweaking its capital structure ahead of what it expects to be a strong fourth, according to its chief executive. Norden narrows its loss and plans share buyback This year to date has seen the Copenhagen-listed firm sell nine vessels, reduce its capital expenditure and announce a share buyback scheme, which commenced today. Ja Niriis Shipping expands managed fleet amid Greek hunt for panamax bulkers Greek outfit renews and expands fleet amid rising number of deals for ageing panamaxes Battery in a box to boost Maersk's emissions fight Containerised 600 kWh power system will be trialled next month Greek start-up Eco Carriers Maritime snaps up Neda Maritime supramax Dry bulk outfit picks up one of several ships bigger Greek companies are looking to shed Hanjin Heavy wins $60m oil spill ship order South Korean shipbuilder to build first large OSRV for country's government Discount on high-sulphur fuel deepens as IMO 2020 approaches Despite a slower-than-expected switchover, the price spreads between high-sulphur fuel oil and IMO 2020-'compliant bunkers are gradually widening Ammonia and hydrogen jockey to overtake LNG as future fuels Efforts are ramping up to move straight to greener alternatives for marine bunkers Gas-busters: How Cargill, Mitsui & Co and Maersk Tankers aim to help you cut carbon Cargill, Mitsui & Co and Maersk Tankers to trial eco techniques and technologies and ultimately aim to share them for a cut of the fuel savings FSL Trust eyes expansion as it turns around loss Chairman Stathis Topouzoglou says tanker and boxship owner will continue to explore strategic alternatives CPO Tankers starts trading as Zeaborn Tankers Zeaborn's move into the tanker sector gets a new look Hyundai Glovis car carrier hit by English Channel storm Another unwelcome cargo loss for the South Korean car carrier operator Companies linked to Fincantieri raided in corruption probe Italian financial police investigating alleged fraud and worker exploitation at 19 companies working for yard giant Race to cut carbon from shipping gathers leaders in Singapore Day-to-day challenges and rivalries were put aside for a couple of days last week when around 230 maritime industry leaders gathered in Singapore to help mould the future shape of shipping in a fast-changing world. The second annual Global Maritime Forum was dominated by the question of how to push ahead with the decarbonisation of an industry built on fossil fuels. Sohmen-Pao champions $70bn ca Sinokor floats two ageing steam-turbine LNG carriers for sale South Korean owner to sell 1980s-built ships after recently reactivating them Panamax rates slide as trade war bites into US soybean exports to China Chinese coal imports will be 'the swing factor' in helping lift rates for final months of the year Captain among hostages as JJ Ugland considers route change Norwegian owner says "relentless" efforts continue to free nine Filipinos seized off Benin Guangdong Dapeng charters LNG pair to cover for ships hit by US-Cosco sanctions Chinese importer Guangdong Dapeng LNG (GD LNG) has chartered in two LNG carriers to lift cargoes from Australia in place of six ships hit by US sanctions imposed on Cosco entities. Data intelligence analyst Kpler has identified a Sinokor Merchant Marine ship - the 140,708-cbm HongKong Energy (ex-Northwest Swan, built 2004) - and said GD LNG has also fixed NYK Line's 149,700-cbm Grace Barleria (bu Oxygen tanker case heads to trial despite banks' bid for judgement UK court refuses bid for summary judgment despite lenders being prepared to temporarily accept their actions caused loan breach by Greek owner Norden narrows its loss and plans share buyback Scrubber installations onboard Norden's tankers have impacted the Danish owner's third-quarter results, although it was a different story for its dry segments. Norden lowers full-year forecast on accounting error Meanwhile, Norden said its board has decided to initiate a share buy-back programme of up to $10m in total. Norden recorded an adjusted net loss of $4.0m for the three-month period, w Stena AI trial cuts fuel use by 3% Ferry used artificial intelligence system to predict most efficient way to use bunkers Lukoil adds to fleet with GEFO tanker buys Russian oil producer adds veteran vessels from German owner EU to tackle ro-ro fires Brussels seeks technical solution to worrying safety problem S'Hail Shipping buying more bulkers and eyeing OSVs Expanding Qatar owner targets more ships to meet demand Odfjell adds world's biggest stainless steel chemical tanker Norwegian owner redelivers chartered vessel but gets hands on Hudong newbuilding Seafarers' mental health at risk, says UK university Companies urged to offer more support to crew K Line orders Newcastlemax at Japan Marine United Scrubber-fitted newbuilding to be employed by steel maker JFE on consecutive voyage charters Trafigura and DBS start Singapore blockchain trade platform First trade will involve iron ore cargo worth $20m to be shipped from Africa to China Thenamaris ups LPG bet with third order at HMD Greek owner Thenamaris has exercised an option for a further LPG carrier newbuilding at Hyundai Mipo Dockyard (HMD), market sources said. Managers at the Martinos family company did not immediately comment on the information. However, several online ship directories already list the shipowner with the newbuilding, which would be the third in a series of LPG vessels due for delivery in 2021. Th Libya struggles to boost crude exports amid continued security concerns Libya's hopes of maintaining crude oil exports of 1 million barrels per day (bpd) look to have suffered a further setback, latest analysis shows. Libya said to be targeting return of VLCC loadings "Loadings of crude oil seem to have moved lower so far in October, with volumes not surpassing 900,000 bpd during the first three weeks of this month," said Fotios Katsoulas, liquid bulk analyst for ma

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NOVEMBER 6, 2019
NFI executive addresses change and challenges in the trucking industry With experience in both freight brokering and non-asset-based logistics, David Broering addresses the challenges facing the ever-changing trucking industry. Snowstorm to slam northern New England First snowstorm of the season for interior Northeast is "right on schedule." Up to eight inches for some mountain spots. FLEETCOR reports increases in fuel and toll revenue Fuel card and business payments provider, FLEETCOR, reports increases in fuel and toll revenue. Management said that they are seeing general softness across all trucking... Amazon to build second robotics development facility in Massachusetts Canadian National sees record western grain volumes in October Railway rebounds after slow start in August and September. Lufthansa cabin crew strike forces flight cancellations Air cargo shipments may be delayed US voters approve state, local transportation funding Ballot initiatives included a tax on ride-sharing companies in San Francisco. For Global Ship Lease, small is beautiful - and so is IMO 2020 Global Ship Lease says it focuses on trade lanes responsible for 70% of global container trade and not the big East-West trades. Freight Futures daily curve: 11/6 Trucking Freight Futures mostly unchanged on Tuesday in quiet trading session. Railroad groups seek changes to hours of service mandate U.S. rail trade associations say changes will help employees responding to unplanned events. CBP investigates $31 million cocaine seizure at Port of Savannah U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers found the drugs stuffed in duffel bags inside a container load of scrap aluminum and copper en route to... GE aviation leasing arm changes CEO GE [NYSE: GE] on Wednesday promoted Greg Conlon to president and CEO of its aviation finance and leasing arm to replace Alec Burger, who will... Today's Pickup: India gains $755 million in additional exports to the U.S. due to U.S.-China trade war India gains $755 million in U.S. exports in H1 2019; OPEC braces for drastic drop in oil demand; Tesla is charging ahead in the electric... Efstathiou buys German freight-tech mainstay Burmester & Vogel Evan Efstathiou has just bought his way into the maritime tech landscape. Snow, severe storms to give truckers trouble Severe storms, flash flooding, several inches of snow in store across the lower 48 states through rest of the week. Jury delivers victory to LTL carrier in pricing dispute with Amazon One of the biggest U.S. shippers put increasingly tough terms on carrier, leading to lawsuit. Customs broker exam takers give testing conditions poor grade The NCBFAA, which represents the customs brokerage industry, has become increasingly upset with the management at the Customs and Border Protection-contracted test sites and the... Roadrunner incurs heavy losses amid restructuring Roadrunner's third quarter earnings report resembled a triage list indicating that the company's restructuring path will be a bumpy one. Convoy employee earned his chops managing real convoys - in Iraq Lorin Seeks, Convoy's director of quality and compliance, spent nine years leading logistics as a captain in the U.S. Army Transportation Corps. Platform facilitates reverse bidding to streamline shipper-carrier spot market collaboration Rates can quickly become dated and the lack of real-time transparency in these movements can result in lost opportunities for both shippers and carriers. Mother Nature turns Midwestern spuds to duds "We've only harvested 40% of our acres and still have about 60% in the ground." Tens of millions of dollars of potato crops damaged.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Sinopec's Shanghai Petrochemical starts commercial LSFO production "The first commercial cargo of LSFO has been shipped to Gaoqiao port in Shanghai for bonded bunkering ... " Tankers may begin switch to VLSFO bunkers in November: Ardmore Shipping During the call Tuesday, the company included an outlook on the switch from high sulfur bunker fuel. GCC Bunkers ceases offering IMO 380 in USGC ports ahead of IMO 2020: source GCC Bunkers is no longer offering IFO 380 in its US Gulf Coast markets as it switches exclusively to 0.5%S bunkers. Crude rebound stalls as US stocks build, China doubts Crude futures followed equities lower Wednesday on news that a meeting between the US and China on trade may be delayed.

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PORTS

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

COMPETITION

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

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

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

PORTS

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%

PORTS

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

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%

LOGISTICS

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.

TRUCKING

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

PORTS

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.

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

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%.

PORTS

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

PORTS

Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base

SHIPPING

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.

CRUISES

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

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.

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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.

LEGISLATION

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

PORTS

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.

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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

PIRACY

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.

PORTS

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

ACCIDENTS

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"

TRADE

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

PORTS

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%.

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined

PORTS

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

LEGISLATION

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."

SHIPPING

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

TRADE

USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China

Washington

100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

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%)

SHIPPING

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

SHIPPING

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector

Rome

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

SHIPPING

ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels

Haifa

The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.

INDUSTRY

ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

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.

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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%)

SHIPPING

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%

PORTS

Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"

Naples/Rome

Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters

PORTS

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

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%.

PORTS

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%)

SHIPPING

ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.

Trieste

PORTS

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

FREIGHT TERMINALS

PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.

Padua

PORTS

Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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%.

SHIPPING

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

ACCIDENTS

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

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings

CRUISES

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

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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%

PORTS

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.

CRUISES

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.

PORTS

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

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.

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)

SHIPPING

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.

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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"

PORTS

Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.

Istanbul

15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe

ASSOCIATIONS

Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

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%

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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.

SHIPPING

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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

PORTS

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

TAXES

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

COMPANIES

P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%

SHIPYARDS

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

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)

PORTS

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

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.

Rome

PORTS

In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

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

SHIPYARDS

Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.

Genoa

It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard

SHIPYARDS

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

SHIPPING

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%

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies

OFFSHORE

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.

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

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

ACCIDENTS

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

PORTS

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.

EDUCATION

The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

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

SHIPPING

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

FINANCING

The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

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.

COMPANIES

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

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport

PORTS

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

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.

PORTS

Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor

Rome

Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities

SHIPPING

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

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.

COMPANIES

Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025

Milan

Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports

PORTS

The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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

CRUISES

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.

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

PORTS

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.

EDUCATION

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

LOGISTICS

Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.

Genoa

The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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.

LOGISTICS

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.

OFFSHORE

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

SHIPPING

The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

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

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

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

MEETINGS

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

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port

Villorba

The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

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.

SHIPPING

SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

MEETINGS

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

OFFSHORE

DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

PORTS

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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