BRIEFS

testata inforMARE

26 October 2025 - Year XXIX

Independent journal on economy and transport policy

00:55 GMT+2

BRIEFS

March 12, 2019

	web site

China predicts weak coastal shipping markets in 2019 due to oversupply Box shipping in for a tough ride with higher fuel costs, supply-demand gap OOCL to enhance current Japan KTX6 services Hunan Ocean Container Lines orders two 635-TEU feeder box ships MSC adds Liverpool call after 2M Alliance puts it on TA4 transatlantic route Kalmar to supply 63 hybrid straddle carriers to European terminal operators China grounds domestic Boeing 737 MAX 8 jets after Air Ethiopia crash STAECO to perform Boeing passenger-to-freighter conversions for AEI Azul chooses Globe Air Cargo (GAC) as its GSSA in Argentina

	web site
MARCH 11, 2019
Emirates Shipping Line appoints Sabari Container Terminals to carry out survey/maintenance & repairs of its containers in Mundra GAC India handles first tanker at new LNG terminal Maersk to introduce virtual assistant MOL Group to launch demonstration test of mooringrope with built-in sensor, rope status monitoring system MSC, CMA CGM in Australia Express service between Europe/Indian Ocean & Australia New discrepancy rate for LNG cargo handling in Turkey Sea Cargo Manifest & Transhipment Regulations, 2018 Wan Hai Lines to enhance Japan to Straits services coverage Cotton exporters see growing demand from China Non-utilisation of various initiatives of the Department is a major concern: Principal Chief Commissioner of Customs, Chennai Container barge service to Kottayam Port flagged off Nitin Gadkari lays foundation stone for Central Inland & Coastal Maritime Technology-IIT Kharagpur & Multi Skill Development Centre at JNPT FIEO launches unique women exporters' e-group on the occasion of International Women's Day

	web site

Tyrol tightens the screw Up-to-date vehicles to handle pallets in cold areas Laurels from China for ABC Alaska Airlines cuts cargo prices and launches new service USA: Hudson gains access to the BNSF network B&H Worldwide launches new IT-system Marseille Fos investing in blockchain technology Volker Seefeldt hands over helm to Jan Zeese Slovenian rail carrier expands fleet Continuous growth for DP DHL Double-digit growth for tanker container fleet Candy bombers will return to Berlin in June 2019 Heléne Mellquist to preside over Volvo Trucks Europe "Curiosity of the Day" USD 31.3 million net income for Descartes New regular train services from Poland to Turkey ICTSI continues on steep upward trajectory Saudia Cargo goes digital with ULD provider

	web site
MARCH 11, 2019
Transpacific BCOs 'sitting on their hands' as spot rates tumble Abandoned containers - who pays? Forwarders, it could be you Frankfurt Cargo Services hits back over 'unfair' fee for unloading shipments Analysis: supply chain debt - make sure due credit is finally collected Innovation, yes, but will this prize-winning idea drive real change in air cargo? 'Leaving Chinese factories to source elsewhere will hit your speed to market' Alibaba extends retail push with investment in STO Express Against the odds: The M&A hurricane boosts DSV and Panalpina, but where is the real value? Market Insight: Q&A with Eric Pilling: "Welcome to the forwarding jungle" - how to adapt, survive and thrive

	web site
MARCH 11, 2019
Navy Shipyard partners with Sarcos Robotics Sarcos Robotics, a specialist in robotic systems that augment rather than replace humans, reports that it has partnered with Puget Sound Naval Shipyard (PSNS) & Intermediate Maintenance Facility (IMF) to evaluate and DNV GL rolls out remote surveys for all ships in its class All vessels classed with DNV GL now have the possibility to utilize remote surveys for some inspections through the Veracity data platform. This means that for a range of surveys, a DNV Bouchard promotes Martha Volgyi to crewing manager Melville, N.Y., based Bouchard Transportation Co., Inc. has promoted Marsha Volgyi to crewing manager. Prior to working at Bouchard Transportation Co., Inc., Ms. Volgyi worked for twelve years in the cruise shipping New research makes case for workboat repower grants New research makes a powerful case for continued funding for EPA Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) grants and loans for projects that reduce emissions from existing workboat diesel engines. It also underscores Maersk Supply SSV awarded walk to work contract Maersk Supply Service reports that it has won its second walk to work contract for Total Denmark. The Stingray class subsea support vessel (SSV) Maersk Involver, has been fixed for 161 days to

	web site
MARCH 11, 2019
Grimaldi ship still burning after fire in a container quickly spread Italy's Grimaldi Group said on Monday night that a firefighting tug was trying to extinguish the blaze, after which the... BP unveils new 0.5% fuel supply The very low sulphur fuel oil will be available in various locations across the globe ahead of 2020 CMA CGM loses general average case after boxship deemed unseaworthy Clyde & Co - which acted for claimants - describes outcome as 'significant judgment' that highlights need for shipowners to ensure accurate... Blockchain faces hurdles before widespread adoption As the salespeople for distributed ledger technologies try to make their case for adopting their products, they must convince other... DNV GL to conduct remote surveys The service is now available for all DNV GL-classed vessels for specific types of surveys Blackstone invests in marine terminal operator Carrix The deal gives Carrix a long-term partnership with the Blackstone Infrastructure Partnership, which has support from Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth... Marine gasoil demand to double on IMO rules, says IEA New IEA projections suggest new 0.5% fuels will only lead the market in five years and heavy fuel oils will... Shipyard consolidation slowly removes excess capacity News that South Korea's HHI has reached agreement to take over rival DSME should remind us that shipping is becoming... Pacific Basin chief wants to expand The shipowner says it will avoid contracting newbuildings owing to their high price and low return. New vessels are also... Brazilian soyabean exports face logistics challenge Low stockpiles at ports may lead to a drop in export fixtures in the coming days, warns Jefferies Clarksons confident about long-term outlook The shipbroker maintained profits in 2018 but warns that fluctuating external circumstances will persist this year Rongsheng Heavy shipbuilding assets sold to Unique Orient Huarong says the arrangements will allow it to alleviate its financial burden and focus on its oil production business Face to face with the future Per Martin Tanggaard, the Director of Nor-Shipping, says there's still no substitute for doing business the 'old fashioned way', even... Too early to bill LNG a success in US-China trade talks China still has to weigh US LNG against options available in Qatar, Australia and Russia, and given tense bilateral relations... BW Offshore takes control of Maromba field The Maromba field fits in with BW Offshore's E&P strategy of phased development in a country it already operates in... Keppel reels in second Awilco Drilling semi-sub rig deal The deal is the second of three options to build similar rigs that Awilco Drilling signed in 2018 which will... Trump names Khouri as permanent FMC chairman Michael Khouri's stint as head of the maritime regulator began in January 2017, while the Federal Maritime Commission Authorisation Act...

	web site
MARCH 11, 2019
Blockchain slow steaming into container shipping NY-NJ rail projects target fluidity Interoperability key to widespread IoT adoption Warehousing, courier hiring leads US transport sector Asia-Europe trade begins 2019 with volatility Low-sulfur fuel concerns haunt IMO rule rollout project44 extends visibility offering to ocean freight

	web site
MARCH 11, 2019
Pacific Drilling posts fourth-quarter loss Company saw $1.8bn loss during restructuring. BNY Mellon slashes Ardmore holding Bank of New York Mellon has cut its position in Ardmore Shipping Company by more than a three-quarters of a million shares. According to Securities and Exchange Commission filings, the New York-based bank sold 831,270 shares 28 February, cutting its ownership in the Irish tanker owner from 5.88% to 3.91% after buying in on New Year's Eve. Ardmore plots patient growth plan in land of listed giant Cruise industry looks to MGO, LNG and scrubbers to meet IMO 2020 Scrubbers and LNG are not best answer to compliance, environmentalists say Grimaldi ro-ro catches fire off France Master ordered crew to abandon ship in fear of winds fueling blaze. Carnival fuels confusion over its Arctic bunkers Arnold Donald-led company says it has been burning low-sulphur fuel in the sensitive region for more than two years US Supreme Court to rule on seafarer's damages case If seafarers are allowed to seek punitive damages, owners could face 'stifling' legal risks, industry groups say East Coast port upgrades may benefit CSX, Norfolk Southern Terminal projects in Virginia and Halifax could boost demand for intermodal service, Deutsche Bank's Amit Mehrotra says. Green group urges cruise industry to set example Carnival Corp 'sets the standard' for the public-facing sector, says Stand.earth senior shipping campaigner Kendra Ulrich Baltic Exchange under fire from anonymous Twitter campaign The Baltic Exchange has come under fire from an anonymous Twitter account, which has accused the institution of manipulating its markets and rigging indices to benefit charterers. It remains unclear as to whom the Twitter account belongs, but in various tweets ActionBaltic has said it does not trade and has denied being backed by FFA trader the Paralos Fund, which has previously criticised the Ba Whale smash injures 80 on ferry A Japanese fast ferry has hit what is believed to be a whale, injuring 80 people. Sado Steamship has apologised for the incident in the Sea of Japan on Sunday, according to Kyodo News. Six of the passengers were seriously hurt in the collision with a "marine animal", the shipowner said. The jetfoil suffered damaged to its hull and machinery. A crew member told NHK TV that he had seen a "large SK Shipping scraps capesize South Korean owner SK Shipping has sold a capesize for scrap. The 150,000-dwt Compromise (built 1994) has gone "as is" in Beihai, China, for $7.6m. P&I clubs declare SK Shipping 'free business' The ship was purchased by SK in 2009 for $29.1m as the K Promise, and is due for special survey in May. SK Shipping did not respond to requests for comment. The owner last sold a capesize for demolitio Filipino seafarer electrocuted on tanker A Filipino crewman has been hospitalised after suffering electrocution on a tanker off Vietnam. Vietnam Net reported that the seafarer was brought ashore at Nha Trang City from the 7,900-dwt Penyuan (built 2009) on Sunday. Romeil Orbit Murillo, born in 1989, was the subject of a medical request for help while the vessel was en route from Ho Chi Minh City to China. Authorities instructed colleag DNV GL rolls out remote surveys Classification society DNV GL has made remote surveys available to all its vessels. The Norwegian company said the technology can be used for certain inspections through its Veracity data platform. A DNV GL surveyor will not be required to travel to the vessel in these cases. These include occasional surveys that fall between periodical surveys, documentation-based surveys, testing and witnessi Cosco unveils online freight platform China's largest shipping conglomerate is to launch a website for online freight transactions in coastal bulker shipping. Scorpio Bulkers sells two kamsarmaxes The sales will improve the company's liquidity, according to its chief executive Authorities ready to play hard ball on IMO 2020 As the clock ticks down, port state control organisations round the world are making sure they are ready for the new sulphur limit on bunkers DryShips reveals $34m valuation on Heidmar stake George Economou-owned company's calculation of pools giant's worth is in line with 2017 estimate Defective passage plan made CMA CGM boxship unseaworthy UK court sets new precedent as cargo owners resist general average claim from 2011 grounding. Tufton Oceanic raises $50m for more buys UK-based Tufton Oceanic Assets has banked $50m from a stock sale. A total of 49m shares were placed and will trade on the specialist fund section of the London Stock Exchange from 14 March. Tufton Oceanic linked to bulker sale Tufton Oceanic Assets targets $75m from latest capital raise The deal, launched in February, was aiming to raise $75m and take the owner's fundraising in London to almos Aker BP fixes Eidesvik PSV on 12-month contract One of Eidesvik Offshore's platform supply vessels has been fixed to Aker BP on a 12-month contract in Norwegian waters. The 6,200-dwt Viking Lady (built 2009) will begin work immediately on the contract, which Eidesvik said may be extended. Neither the contract's value nor its extension options were disclosed. Three Norwegian owners win PSV frame deal with Aker BP "We are very pleased that Vi PDVSA: "We are still working with BSM" Venezuelan oil company PDVSA says it is still working with Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) despite reports the German company is taking crew off 10 managed tankers. PDVSA declares maritime emergency Reuters cited internal PDVSA documents as saying last week that BSM had notified it that it would return operation of 10 of 15 ships it handles for the company. The oil producer's shipping arm BP Marine to sell low sulphur fuel, announces sites BP Marine will begin selling very low sulphur fuel oil at locations worldwide ahead of the IMO 2020 regulations. The fuel will be compliant with the regulatory body's 0.5% sulphur cap, set to kick in next year. BP said the fuel was trialed at its Amsterdam/Rotterdam/Antwerp (ARA) and Singapore hubs. Authorities ready to play hard ball on IMO 2020 Seabury Maritime reveals IMO 2020 cost calculati Tufton Oceanic linked to bulker sale UK-based Tufton Oceanic is reportedly selling two bulkers. The Oshima-built 61,000-dwt Malmo (built 2010) and Melbourne (built 2011) have fetched $33m en bloc, according to European and US brokers. Some said the price may be as high as $34m. Tufton Oceanic bought the duo in September 2016 for $28.5m. Some reports said the pair have gone to Hong Kong-listed Pacific Basin Shipping. This expandi Second Maersk vessel wins walk-to-work contract with Total Maersk Supply Service's newest vessel has won a contract supporting the maintenance of an offshore platform in Danish waters of the North Sea. The subsea supply vessel Maersk Involver, which was delivered from Cosco Dalian in November 2017, has been fixed to Total Denmark for 107 days, commencing in April. The 107-metre vessel will provide walk-to-walk and accommodation services while maintenanc KCC appoints IPO advisors Norway's Klaveness Combination Carriers (KCC) has moved its Oslo IPO forward with the appointment of advisors. It said ABG Sundal Collier, Clarksons Platou Securities and SEB Corporate Finance have been retained in connection with the listing. KCC clears the way for share issue ahead of IPO KCC hit by Brazilian alumina plant force majeure KCC added: "In connection with the contemplated listing Bowsher puts his stamp on the West of England After raising premiums, chief executive is ready for diversification Rotors predicted to double fuel savings on deepsea routes Voyage optimisation is the key to getting the best out of wind-assisted propulsion, studies show Peter Anker leaving Clarksons board Shipbroker Peter Anker is resigning as a Clarksons director in the summer, but will stay on in a part-time role. The company said the executive said he wanted to retire from full-time employment when he turns 62 in July. Anker and Nergaard sell additional Clarksons shares He will not be standing for re-election to the board in May. Chairman Bill Thomas said: "Peter has invested a huge amount o Bahri tanker in collision with naval ship A Bahri tanker has been involved in a collision with a naval ship in Taiwan. The Central News Agency (CNA) reported that the navy will pursue compensation after the incident involving the 45,000-dwt chemical carrier NCC Sama (built 2012) and the frigate FF-938, which was damaged in the middle of its port side on Saturday in Keeluing. Nobody was injured, but the ministry of national defence said Clarksons profit down slightly after tough start UK shipbroking giant Clarksons has announced a slightly weaker profit after a challenging start to 2018. Net earnings were £32.7m ($42.48m), from '34.4m the year before, with revenue growing to '337.6m against '324m. Administrative expenses were up at '282m versus '269m in 2017. Andi Case: 'Time to look seriously at tankers' The company said the "robust performance" was in line with expectatio Insolvent Tosmare Shipyard up for sale The insolvency administrator of Latvia's Tosmare Shipyard has put its assets up for sale for EUR 2.163m ($2.44m). A notice on its website says the sale includes two drydocks, a floating dock and shipbuilding and repair equipment in Liepaja. A court had declared the yard insolvent in August last year, according to Dienas Bizness. Creditors are claiming EUR 4.16m. The yard was founded in 1900. Taiwan Navigation firms up kamsarmax newbuildings Shipowner puts pen to paper on orders first reported by TradeWinds in December 2018. BW Offshore agrees to acquire stake in Brazil oilfield Singapore FPSO operator says Maromba has potential to create "significant value" for shareholders. Norway's Awilco books repeat drilling rig order at Keppel Oslo rig owner said option exercised on the back of "growing demand" for harsh environments rigs.

	web site
MARCH 11, 2019
USMCA nations united on labor, environment provisions People involved in U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement negotiations for all three countries on Friday gave a ringing endorsement of the pact's labor and environmental provisions, a hot topic as Congress expects to consider the deal in the near future. Alibaba buying $693 million chunk of delivery company E-commerce giant Alibaba says it will deepen collaboration with the parcel delivery company STO Express 'Hardship' cited with new CBP form deadline The NCBFAA responded with alarm to Customs and Border Protection's March 16 mandate to use the new "create/update importer identity form." Hyundai Heavy inks deal to buy Daewoo Under the terms of the deal, Korea Development Bank will transfer its Daewoo stocks to a subholding company to be established by Hyundai Heavy in return for equity stake in the company. Utah senator introduces Jones Act repeal bill Republican Sen. Mike Lee's Open America's Water Act would open U.S. domestic waterborne commerce to "qualified," non-U.S.-flag vessel operators. Rongsheng assets sold to Unique Orient FMC reviews 19 OTI license applications

	web site
MARCH 11, 2019
China's Sinopec makes US crude purchases as trade summit looms US targets Russian bank behind Venezuela's 'petro' currency for violating PDVSA sanctions Russia's Gazprom Neft boosts marine fuel sales by 10% BP set to begin selling new 0.5% sulfur bunker fuel External: Praxis Energy Agents DMCC IEA sees 700,000 b/d of non-compliant bunker demand in 2020 Shipping needs to set timelines now to be IMO 2020 compliant: WSM executive "We're still in March; so all is not lost," Nigam said.

›››File


FROM THE HOME PAGE

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

- Via Raffaele Paolucci 17r/19r - 16129 Genoa - ITALY
phone: +39.010.2462122, fax: +39.010.2516768, e-mail
VAT number: 03532950106
Press Reg.: nr 33/96 Genoa Court
Editor in chief: Bruno Bellio
No part may be reproduced without the express permission of the publisher

	Search on inforMARE			Presentation
	Feed RSS			Advertising spaces
	inforMARE in Pdf
	Mobile