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September 10, 2019
Sched Netweb site
  • China exports decline 1pc in August against a 3.3pc increase in July
  • Weak demand, falling rates leads to more cancelled Asia-Europe sailings
  • US-China trade conflict could take years to resolve, says Kudlow
  • Russians to build 17 icebreaking LNG tankers for Northern Sea Route
  • Shanghai Shipping Exchange, CargoSmart create a new shipping index
  • North American total rail traffic down 3.3pc as economy weakens
  • Moody's sees US railways suffering 5.5pc revenue loss as coal use falls
  • Sydney's Port Botany plans to double and automate on-dock rail capacity
  • Plus.ai in joint venture with FAW Jiefang to develop self-driving trucks
  • US probe says structural steel from Canada, China, Mexico was dumped
  • UK authorities seize 1.3 tonnes of heroin at Felixstowe in Maersk box ship
  • MarAd weighs social case versus efficiency plea in port automation ruling
  • Another US trucking company announces closure in the worst year in five
  • Boeing Max return faces delays over tiff between Europe-US regulators
  • Emirates SkyCargo's new facilities enhance Dubai's cool chain reputation
  • JetBlue joins Aeronex Cargo to launch US cargo services to Florida
  • Cargo airlines prepare for demand spike in the event of hard Brexit

Exim Indiaweb site
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
  • Challenging times for Indian rice exports - Potential new markets
  • CMA CGM Group delivers solid operating performance & above-market growth in volumes in Q2 2019 despite uncertain worldwide geopolitical environment
  • Directorate-General of Shipping celebrates 70th Foundation Day
  • Indian Register of Shipping takes over Chairmanship of IACS
  • Maersk & Koole Terminals to produce 0.5 pc sulphur marine fuel in Rotterdam
  • India raises import duty on Malaysian refined palm oil
  • India's export of value-added shrimp increasing after US tariffs on China
  • Oilmeal exports show sharp drop in Aug.
  • Chennai Port inks long-term agreement with KIA Motors for vehicle export
  • Kattupalli Port handles first exclusive call of Hyundai Merchant Marine
  • KoPT's Ideabox Challenge generates good response
  • VPT achieves impressive throughput among Major Ports during April-July 2019
  • CONCOR flags off movement of ex-im containers between Kattupalli Port & ICD Whitefield, Bengaluru via ICD Tondiarpet, Chennai
  • Trucking fleet operators' revenues & ability to repay loans seen reducing due to slowdown
  • GDP growth estimated at 6.3 pc in FY20
  • Govt expected to announce measures to boost subdued exports

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Alabama short line changes ownership
  • Maritime Group takes space at iPort
  • More maindeck capacity for Middle Eastern carrier
  • New train runs from Southampton to Manchester
  • Maritime coordinator receives port award
  • Tancarville at Le Havre makes a leap forward
  • How to develop Britain's maritime business
  • Plastic instead of wood
  • Estonian rail carrier further raises its profit
  • Bombardier Transportation appoints John Saabas
  • Cool in Copenhagen and Paris
  • Panattoni is building a new hub in Essen
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Speeding up intermodal transport through Vladivostok
  • Indian chairman for IACS
  • Latam Cargo gives wings to Brazilian bears
  • New crane for the Netherlands

The Loadstarweb site
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
  • 'World first' for Sinotrans with launch of online air freight booking platform
  • FMC set to review 'costly and unfair' demurrage and detention fees
  • CMA CGM opts for 'market share over profit' in second quarter
  • Cargo logjam certain as two-day BA pilot strike begins
  • Post-Brexit VAT on overseas parcels would be a 'no-deal stealth tax'
  • Menzies Aviation strengthens cargo team with two major appointments
  • On the wires: CMA CGM - there is one scary number on its balance sheet...
  • M&A radar: DSV Pan's new look already done in Americas, next up Asia, Europe

Marine Logweb site
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
  • USCG makes plans to free four trapped in capsized car carrier
    At approximately 1 p.m., Monday, it was confirmed the remaining four crew members were still alive inside the capsized car carrier Golden Ray and an extraction plan is being developed to safely
  • High water levels bring new Seaway safety measures
    The Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation reports that, this summer, the water levels on Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River again rose above the record high for this time of year
  • Trinity House launches vessel replacement project
    Trinity House, one of three General Lighthouse Authorities serving the U.K. and Ireland, has launched a vessel replacement project to commission the design and build of a vessel to replace its support
  • Wake Media names Gavin Lipsith new Head of Content
    London-based business-to-business maritime and offshore media specialist Wake Media has appointed Gavin Lipsith as its new Head of Content. Lipsith is a veteran journalist and former editor of marine technology titles The
  • London International Shipping Week kicks off
    London International Shipping Week 2019 (LISW19) got off to a flying start this morning as Lord Mountevans, Chairman of the LISW19 Board of Advisors; Nusrat Ghani MP, Minister for Maritime and IMO

Lloyd's Listweb site
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
  • The Lloyd's List Transparency in Shipping Forum - Listen Live
    Insurance, legal, security and technology experts converged on London to discuss why transparency is potentially a double-edged sword for shipping...
  • Jurisprudence impacts marine insurance rulings, argues QC
    Some judges stick to the letter of Institute Clause wordings while others take the wider context into account, according to...
  • The Lloyd's List Podcast: LISW Day 1 - Red flags in a sea of transparency
    In the first of a daily series of London International Shipping Week Podcasts, Lloyd's List Editor Richard Meade dissects the...
  • Freeport plans still face hurdles
    UK needs to remove itself from any customs arrangements with the European Union before freeports can become a meaningful option
  • Blockchain: Believe the hype
    Shipping may take longer to get to grips with blockchain than comparable sectors but the impact will be equally profound...
  • Shipyards losing race to retrofit scrubbers
    Some 86 tankers have entered dry dock for retrofitting scrubbers so far in 2019, acording to Alphatanker, compared with 153...
  • When blowing up a suezmax is not necessarily a malicious act
    There is wide scope for interpreting Institute Clauses and war risk cover wording, argues Ruth Hosking of Quadrant Chambers
  • IMO decarbonisation targets are a priority, conference told
    Reaching a minimum 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 will require drastic changes taken much sooner
  • States must do more on sanctions compliance
    A panel during the Lloyd's List Transparency Forum in London addressed the ambiguity of sanctions and the role of developing...
  • Cosco Shipping names long-awaited new president
    Fu Gangfeng has a background in accounting and has had a long career at CMG and several of its subsidiaries
  • HHI seals $191m LNG carrier order from compatriot H-Line
    The yard claims to have clinched more than half of the total number of global LNG carrier orders so far
  • Refineries ramp up production runs and upgrades ahead of IMO 2020
    Some $1bn in investment has gone to just upgrading refineries to meet the expected demand for oil-based fuels complying with...
  • China Merchants Port to enter feeder market through Antong bailout
    A new joint venture, China Merchants Antong Logistics Management Company, will be established and will help the Chinese port company...
  • Daily Briefing
    Free to read: London calling: Forget the Brexit bluster, let's focus on the international itinerary | The Lloyd's List Podcast:...
  • Maritime London calls for 'shipping czar'
    'Changing trade patterns, new vessel types, digital technologies and green solutions all offer us the opportunity to grow our market...
  • Optimistic start as UK Freeports Advisory Panel holds first meeting
    A wide range of potential areas of focus was discussed, such as how freeports could specifically benefit local economies and...
  • Lloyd's List forum to focus on smart ports in the SAMEA region
    Join two panels of experts at the Lloyd's List Smart Ports Forum, to be held in Dubai on November 20...
  • MISC does not see 'big shift' due to IMO 2020
    Parent company Petronas is also gearing up for IMO 2020 by preparing facilities to supply liquefied natural gas as a...
  • Four missing after ship capsizes off US coast
    Golden Ray, under the Marshall Islands flag, was bound for Baltimore with a cargo of cars, according to Lloyd's List Intelligence, which identified Hyundai Glovis as the...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
  • NY-NJ promotes block stowage to increase port rail flow
  • Tech providers seen missing shipper needs
  • Amazon acquires branded intermodal containers
  • India's Concor extends coastal reach to Bangladesh
  • Performance crimps Mexico intermodal growth
  • Uber Freight moving headquarters to Chicago
  • VC funds fuel logistics innovation, but fail to disrupt

TradeWindsweb site
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
  • Grand Bahama Shipyard to be 'up and running' this week
    The yard, owned by Carnival Corp and Royal Caribbean Cruises, closed for days in Hurricane Dorian aftermath
  • Stopford: Ship carbon output should be part of charter contract
    Shipping economist was speaking today during WISTA panel at London International Shipping Week
  • Hoegh Autoliners CEO to leave after heavy losses
    Hoegh Autoliners' chief executive and chief financial officer are leaving the company after heftly losses in the privately owned company. CEO Ivar Hansson Myklebust has been replaced by the Oslo-based company's by Hoegh group veteran Thor Jorgen Guttormsen. CFO Ingrid-Due Gundersen is also leaving the company. Chairman Leif O Hoegh said there is no secret that Hoegh Autolines has had poor results
  • Shareholders to consider DryShips plan to go private
    Special meeting set for early October
  • Concordia Maritime receives $5m IMOIIMAX windfall
    Concordia Maritime has received a payment of $5m related to two of its IMOIIMAX tankers. Concordia Maritime loss narrows in second quarter The windfall is based on the cooperation between Stena Bulk and the Swedish tanker owner. "Concordia Maritime was the driving force behind the IMOIIMAX concept initiative and the payment is a consequence of the commercial successes of the IMOIIMAX fleet si
  • Geopolitical problem 'worse and worse' for shipmanagers
    Delegates at InterManager conference wrestle with problems of US sanctions
  • LNG prepares to debut in its first floating power project
    One business model could offer a second life to older vessels as their trading days come to an end
  • Cocaine seized from UBC cargoship in Mexico
    Authorities find what they believe is 49kg of drug on UBC Tokyo in Altamira
  • Seaspan snaps up boxship for ONE charter
    New York-listed owner is chartering 9,600-teu vessel to Japanese group for three years.
  • Nicolas Saverys on 'fantastic gas' and Exmar's inhouse 'mini Rolls-Royces'
    Exmar will remain a logistics provider and should not stray into the product whether it is LPG or LNG, chairman and managing director Nicolas Saverys believes. The exception might be, for example, a move to deliver floating power, but only at a customer's request, he says. "We are bringing added value to the product. But we stay in logistics." He is concerned about shipping's reputation, even fo
  • Stena Impero could be free 'within days'
    Iran says necessary steps to release Stena tanker are underway.
  • Japan, France may join US-led tanker defence group
    Meanwhile, Iran begins enriching uranium
  • German tanker players forge new alliances to finance fleet renewal
    Cautious market optimism marks new era of funding for companies hit by the financial crash and collapse of KG (limited partnership) structures
  • Norden appoints Rojel to meet decarbonisation targets
    Danish owner creates dedicated role to push for CO2-neutral transport.
  • Pioneering spirit of LNG is alive and well at Exmar
    Chief executive Nicolas Saverys talks inspirational figures, his future and reveals the company's next quest in FLNG
  • H-Line renewing LNG carrier fleet at Hyundai
    South Korean owner agrees $191m deal for vessel at domestic yard.
  • Shipping investor Frederik Mohn quits Dof board
    Norwegian resigns as director two years after selling out of OSV company.
  • PwC reveals blueprint to boost $6bn London maritime sector
    A new report by PriceWaterhouseCoopers has come up with 36 ways in which London can grow its maritime services offering. Shipping's myriad challenges to fuel London debate, Paddy Rodgers says London-based marine insurance, shipbroking, legal, finance and classification industries are worth $6bn to the UK economy each year, in a global market estimated to be worth $20bn. The 'Catching the Wave'
  • Hafnia Tankers aims for IMO's 2030 and 2050 emissions targets
    BW's product tanker arm has begun to study a means of cutting emissions from its owned fleet while preparing for IMO 2020
  • V.Group scoops 93-ship ADNOC crewing deal
    Shipmanager signs contract with Abu Dhabi owner for its offshore fleet.
  • Oshima chases 30-bulker order target
    Japanese yard determined to fill its orderbook three years ahead
  • Klaveness boss calls for funding scheme to boost CO2 reduction
    Lasse Kristoffersen says carbon pricing will be required if the IMO is to achieve its greenhouse gas reduction goals
  • Shipowners grapple with the big questions facing LNG shipping
    Established giant MOL, emerging player Flex LNG and new entrants Capital Gas and Celsius Shipping give their views
  • Iran seizes tug and 12 Filipino crew
    Vessel was held in Persian Gulf over alleged fuel smuggling.
  • Resilient Transworld Singapore reflects on 20 years in shipping
    Transworld Singapore celebrates the milestone and details how earlier hardships turned into successes
  • Two crew stabbed to death on aframax
    Police investigating possible double murder on Carlini ship.
  • Rising costs send Exmar into the red
    Belgian gas carrier owner hit by bigger operating and depreciation expenses in first half
  • Iran says hunted VLCC has offloaded crude cargo
    Adrian Darya 1 believed to have discharged in Syria in contravention of EU sanctions.
  • CMA CGM ekes out small profit in second quarter
    French liner giant says cost cutting effort has trimmed operational expenses by $51 per TEU
  • DFDS and Moby agree ro-pax ferry swap deal
    Danish operator says ship additions will boost freight capacity between UK and Holland by 40%
  • Oldendorff charters second Castor Maritime panamax
    Petros Panagiotidis-led owner provides $5m loan facility to help pay for latest acquisition
  • Four missing crew pulled to safety from capsized car carrier
    Fourth crewmember was trapped inside the ship behind glass within engine control room, said US Coast Guard

American Shipperweb site
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
  • Operators demand special economic status for UK ports and airports
    But a failure to secure a no-deal Brexit could scupper their plans to reshore manufacturing.
  • Amazon to fly two freighters of relief supplies for Dorian survivors
    Amazon Air to operate 2 freighters full of relief supplies to Dorian survivors in The Bahamas
  • Amazon air transport provider, ATSG, names new president
    Air Transport Services Group, a major provider of midsize leased cargo aircraft and transportation services for customers such as DHL and Amazon, named current Chief...
  • 'Outstanding news': Last four crew members rescued from car carrier Golden Ray
    The Coast Guard said four men trapped inside the hull of the car carrier Golden Ray have been rescued through a hole cut in the...
  • The lowly rail freight carload - diminishing volume but still impressive profitability
    Can carload rail become a volume and market share leader in today's emerging high-tech freight logistics world? Or will it continue to exhibit a declining...
  • Minimal cargo impact expected from British Airways strike
    Logistics providers have been able to plan around the British Airways labor disruption and avoid cargo delays for their clients.
  • Insurance group cautions against FMCSA's short-haul proposal
    IIHS says driver fatigue still is a "major risk factor."
  • Greenbrier unveils new covered hoppers for grain shipments
    The railcar manufacturer says the covered hoppers are shorter but enable faster grain discharges.
  • China's Sinoair adds online service with Freightos WebCargo
    China's largest freight forwarder will use WebCargo platform to bring rates and capacity online.
  • C.H. Robinson's Bob Biesterfeld, Uber Freight's Lior Ron to highlight new Townhall Series at CSCMP EDGE 2019
    C.H. Robinson's Bob Biesterfeld and Uber Freight's Lior Ron will headline the Townhall Series at the upcoming CSCMP EDGE 2019 conference. The pair will discuss...
  • Freight Futures daily curve: 9/9
    PHI to CHI lane (VPC) stronger on increased freight into NY/NJ
  • UPS hiring 100,000 seasonal workers for peak, expanding access to tuition reimbursement plan
    UPS to hire 100k employees for peak season, and will expand tuition reimbursement plan
  • Today's pickup: Many happy (in-person) returns, e-tailers hope; the masses want next-day delivery
    Humans are helping e-tailers lower logistics costs; logistics newbies, meet the seasoned pros
  • Coast Guard contacts four crew members in capsized car carrier
    More than 24 hours after the car carrier Golden Ray capsized, Coast Guard rescuers have made contact with 4 trapped crewmembers.
  • Cummins closes $290 million acquisition of fuel cell maker Hydrogenics [Update]
    Cummins Inc. closed its $290 million purchase of fuel cell maker Hydrogenics on September 9, the second major investment in fuel cell technology in less...
  • US promises to sanction purchasers of Iranian oil
    A Treasury Department official reaffirmed on Sept. 8 the Trump administration's denial of temporary waivers that previously allowed countries to import Iranian crude oil under...
  • Wet, stormy day will delay drivers in Midwest (forecast video)
    Summer day full of high heat, severe storms and wildfire smoke. Truckers should expect typical delays in several states.
  • What Uber Freight's move to Chicago means
    The move signals the shift from a tech startup to a mature logistics operation.
  • Canada's largest public pension fund invests $115 million in Delhivery
    Canada Pension Plan Investment Board secures board seat in deal with the Indian third-party logistics provider.
  • Jet extends deadline to land investor
    The financially troubled Indian carrier grounded operations in April.
  • Allison Transmission pays $103 million to acquire two suppliers
    Allison Transmission Holdings Inc. is paying $103 million to acquire two suppliers of critical components to its automatic transmissions. The company said the acquisitions will...
  • Roadrunner announces new CFO
    Roadrunner Transportation Systems announced that it has found a replacement for its chief financial officer role as the restructuring continues.
  • Navigating maritime landscape in age of digitalization
    Digitalization comes with its share of problems and it is vital for businesses to understand what the technology means before they go ahead and adopt...
  • Ontario gets 60-minute booze delivery
    The Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) has joined forces with Foodora, an international food delivery app, to pilot on-demand alcohol delivery in under an...
  • Mexican government proposes restricting double tractor-trailer trucks
    Mexico's legislature is considering proposals that would limit the permitted weight of double tractor-trailer trucks - called "fulles" in Mexico - to decrease truck-involved accidents...
  • Daimler Trucks begins Level 4 autonomous testing on public roads
    Daimler Trucks is moving closer to its goal of commercially producing Level 4 autonomous trucks with public road testing in Virginia.

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
  • Weather conditions delay bunkering operations at Novorossiisk port
    Bad weather in Novorossiisk, Russia, has impacted bunkering operations in the port, market participants said Monday.
  • FUTURES 4: Crude settles higher as Saudis reinforce cut commitment
    Crude futures climbed Monday after Saudi Arabia's new energy minister reaffirmed his country's compliance with OPEC+ production cuts, while Iraq announced production cuts from October.
  • REFINERY NEWS: Uniper plans improvements at Fujairah facility for 2019-2020
    The first of the phases started in August and "is expected to contribute to our production gains and operating flexibility objectives for IMO 2020", it said.
  • SUBSCRIBER NOTE: Platts to launch spot assessments of WTI Midland DES Singapore, N Asia
    In Southeast Asia, the Platts WTI Midland assessment will reflect cargoes for delivery DES Singapore.
  • More HK-listed Brightoil's bunker tankers put up for sale as it continues to restructure
    Bids, along with the deposit, should be submitted to the sheriff's office no later than 3 pm Singapore time on September 20.
  • APPEC INTERVIEW: Middle East stands firm as Asia's main crude supplier - Barkindo
    Middle East remains the main supplier of crude oil to Asia, Barkindo said.

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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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