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September 13, 2019
Sched Netweb site
  • Los Angeles August cargo scores another record breaking 861,081 TEU
  • Sinotrans, Freightos create electronic air cargo booking platform
  • Port of Beirut's box throughput slides 2.23pc to 740,030 TEU by July
  • Decarbonisation of shipping would create opportunities for financiers
  • Hong Kong urges US to focus on bilateral trade and not on protests
  • TS Lines orders four 2,700-TEU feeders from Huangpu Wenchong
  • Safety study to stop easing of Hours of Service rules said to be flawed
  • UK's logistics sector alarmed at new United Kingdom Customs system
  • Cathay group cargo volume drops 14pc in August to 161,394 tonnes
  • China Airlines buys six Boeing 777 freighters worth US$2.1 billion
  • SIA starts flying nonstop to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

Exim Indiaweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
  • Leaders of major shipping industry trade associations confer on transformational issues affecting the sector
  • MOL starts demonstration test of vessel image recognition system using AI technology
  • Prologis Freight completes 1 year of operations in India
  • Young professionals say London shipping must continue to adapt
  • India imposes countervailing duty on sweetener from China for five years
  • DP World's Chennai Container Terminal welcomes largest vessel
  • DPT eyes 119 mt in cargo handling
  • Pipavav Integrated Logistics Hub commissioned at Pipavav Port
  • Chinese companies should invest in India, make in India & export from India, says Niti Aayog official
  • India & ASEAN agree to review goods FTA to make it more user-friendly, simple & trade facilitative
  • India's merchandise exports to grow by 0.6 pc to $ 82 bn in Q2 but non-oil exports may fall to $ 69.48 bn, says Exim Bank
  • Director-General of Shipping releases Year Book 2019-20

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Rhine Valley Rail to expand Rotterdam connections
  • New train service links the Netherlands with Scandinavia
  • XPO Logistics obtains ecocert organic certification
  • Investing in LNG terminal in Colombia
  • Mike Wilson to receive 2019 Silver Kingpin Award
  • Silent trucks allow undisturbed sleep in Helsinki
  • Cargolux flies heaviest piece to its Chinese hub
  • Skyrace international delivers project cargo in Nigeria
  • Five years of pharma and fish
  • Lowest number of trucks crossing the Swiss Alps since 1999
  • From DP World to Delta Cargo
  • ONE relies on IoT for tracking and monitoring
  • Garbe Industrial Real Estate acquires property in Bavaria
  • Funds for upgrading Ukraine's rail tracks
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Turkish Cargo renews Iata CEIV pharma certification
  • Facelift for Linz Airport
  • Digital space tool saves fuel

The Loadstarweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
  • Yellowhammer paper confirms warnings of supply chain disruption after no-deal Brexit
  • Lufthansa Cargo blacklists vape shipper and forwarders after lithium ion 'incident'
  • Hapag-Lloyd unveils its own online insurance for ocean cargo
  • Hungry Menzies is eyeing a bigger slice of the air cargo pie
  • DHL hopes to clean up as it saves costs by picking warehouse tech wisely
  • Trump delays tariff hikes two weeks as 'goodwill' gesture to China
  • Supply chain radar: Trump goes for Amazon - will anyone remember FedEx? UPS?

Marine Logweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
  • VIDEO: Dive boat wreck raised as NTSB issues initial report
    Ten days the Truth Aquatics dive boat Conception burned and sank, killing 34 people, KTLA 5 today broadcast live coverage of the wreck as it was pulled from the water. Today, too,
  • Chevron Marine Lubricants launches new gear oils for marine clutched gear systems
    Chevron Marine Lubricants has introduced a new range of premium high-performance gear oils designed for use in industrial and marine clutched gear systems, where extreme load and shock load protection is required.
  • Vigor wins $17.6 million Navy contract
    Vigor Marine LLC, Portland, Oregon, has been awarded a $17,635,905 firm-fixed-price contract for a 63-calendar day shipyard availability for the regular overhaul dry-docking of USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 202). The contract
  • VIDEO: Marell debuts high speed Volvo Penta powered patrol boat
    Volvo Penta and Swedish boatbuilder Marell have joined forces to create the new Marell M15 patrol boat, a durable vessel designed for anti-piracy operations, border control, intelligence gathering, maritime security, and force
  • MARAD launches cargo preference training courses
    The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) has launched newly-accredited, web-based training courses on cargo preference laws and regulations. The courses were developed in collaboration with Defense Acquisition University (DAU). They
  • Grand Bahama Shipyard resumes operations
    Grand Bahama Shipyard (GBS) reports that it has officially resumed operations, welcoming back its first commercial vessel, the 57,062-ton Agathonissos. Owned by Greece-based Eletson, it returned to the shipyard yesterday to complete
  • OMSA says report creates framework for OSV use in disaster response
    Offshore service vessels may soon be able to assist in disaster response situations without being hampered by overly strict or differing interpretations of U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) regulations. The National Offshore Safety
  • VIDEO: Greenpeace protest shuts down part of Houston Ship Channel
    The Coast Guard closed a portion of the Houston Ship Channel, from Light 102A to Light 104, today, due to a stunt by Greenpeace USA activists near Baytown, Texas. At 6:30 a.m.,
  • Kongsberg upgrade of Tidewater PSV includes advanced hybrid solution
    Kongsberg Maritime has won a contract to carry out a "full picture" upgrade of the 2011-built Tidewater Inc. (NYSE: TDW) platform supply vessel Bailey Tide that will include installation of a state-of-the-art
  • Wasaline RoPax to have Wärtsilä navigation and communications system
    The new Wasaline RoPax ferry, under construction at the Rauma Marine Constructions (RMC) shipyard in Finland, will be fitted Wärtsilä's Nacos Platinum navigation and communication system. The order for the system, placed
  • DNV GL sees fuel flexibility as key to shipping decarbonization
    A new edition of DNV GL's Maritime Forecast to 2050 released at London International Shipping Week 2019 focuses on the challenge of reducing the carbon intensity of the global fleet to meet

Lloyd's Listweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
  • The Lloyd's List Podcast: LISW Day 4 - How to change the shipping industry
    As we near the final mile of the London International Shipping Week marathon, we join two of the race leaders...
  • Wan Hai wary of escalating Asian 'skirmishes' on trade
    Trade volumes may not be affected as much from US-China trade spat, but tensions are also rising between Japan and...
  • Yellowhammer blow to UK ports may bring new opportunities
    Ports condemn lack of Brexit planning but changing trading patterns could be of benefit
  • Futurist: Digitalise or die
    The music scene failed to recognise its own digital revolution and chief executive of The Futures Agency Gerd Leonhard fears...
  • UK Flag shakes off 'Brexodus' with new vision to become top performer
    UK flag seeks to widen the net and establish industry partnerships that will grow the flag after a recent period...
  • IUMI 2019: not exactly good, but definitely less bad
    'Markets are challenged. Business hasn't been profitable. Underwriters lose their jobs. Marine business is closed for certain or for all...
  • Scrubber corrosion repairs required less than six months after installation
    Pipework problems are requiring costly repairs to scrubber systems less than six months after installation in some cases, corrosion experts...
  • Shell's Henderson aims for zero-incident future
    'A zero-incident industry is achievable, but it will not happen overnight,' said Shell's vice-president
  • Baltic Exchange launches new index
    The Baltic Operating Expense Index will be published quarterly and based on assessments from three leading independent third-party ship management...
  • Indonesia's nickel ore export ban to hit supramaxes
    The recent ban could mean the market will lose 2m tonnes a month of supramax cargo
  • Viewpoint: The geopolitical seafarer
    The US is being far too draconian in the way it imposes sanctions on Iran. Seafarers of any rank are...
  • Hong Kong-flagged vessel detained in Australia for MLC contravention
    Just last week, another China-owned bulker Fortune Genius was detained, also over unpaid crew wages
  • Daily Briefing
    Zero-carbon shipping to double freight costs | Carbon fund and cargo collaboration can fund zero emission shipping| IMO 2020 refining...
  • US authorities allow two ships to sail out of Brunswick to test Golden Ray casualty
    'This is not going to be a quick operation, the salvage operation... I don't think it is out of the...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
  • Worst-case Brexit scenario exposes deep logistics risks
  • Protest halting KCS trains to Lazaro Cardenas ends
  • Savannah port pursues new terminal, bridge alternative
  • NY-NJ truckers wary of port appointment system expansion
  • Technology smoothing logistics sourcing shifts
  • Amazon intermodal move doesn't worry Schneider
  • China-Europe rail rates falling as volumes rise
  • Stakeholders push for Bangladesh warehouse growth
  • Philadelphia port expanding forest product capacity
  • NVO share of US imports from Asia down slightly
  • Blockchain platform TradeLens seeks 'organizational identity'
  • DHL ties up with startups Convoy, Turvo

TradeWindsweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
  • Frontline, Trafigura extend option deadline on two suezmaxes
    Frontline will have a few more days to consider buying two more suezmaxes from Trafigura as part of a multi-vessel swoop. Both sides on 23 August announced a deal in which Frontline may buy up to 14 suezmax tankers from Trafigura for $675m. Trafigura happy to be exposed to Frontline equity prospects John Fredriksen's Frontline will buy at least 10 through the transaction, which had allowed the
  • Greenpeace shuts down Houston Ship Channel in plea for Green New Deal
    Greenpeace has blockaded the Houston Ship Channel - the US' largest fossil-fuel thoroughfare - by dangling two dozen climbers off a massive bridge over the busy waterway. The Amsterdam-based environmental group's 22 activists plan to hang from Baytown, Texas' Fred Hartman Bridge with climbing ropes for 24 hours into Friday. Calls to the Port of Houston and the Harris County Sheriff's Office have
  • OOCL finance chief: Green funding needs to be a 'carrot'
    Green financing hasn't yet taken hold in shipping - but it could, if done right an OOCL executive told attendees at the London International Shipping Week conference Thursday. Michael Fitzgerald, deputy chief financial officer at the Hong Kong liner company, said green financing has to be an incentive and every part of the supply chain needs to be involved. "If we're looking to make the changes
  • Giuseppe Bottiglieri to wait on scrubbers and focus on fuel availability
    Italian shipowner has begun technical preparation works for its 15-ship fleet, according to managing director Mariella Bottiglieri
  • Onorato's Moby Group benefits from 'positive trends'
    Italian ferry and ro-ro operator Moby Group saw a significant spike in half-year results. The Vincenzo Onorato-controlled owner's Ebitda came in at a €47.8m profit versus a €8.8m loss compared to the same period last year. Revenue jumped 8.7% to €256.3m, thanks to 'positive trends' both in the passenger and cargo sectors, the company said. Mediterranean passenger results benefited from pricing
  • Ship investors face tough regulatory environment
    Bahri and Wan Hai executives say better regulatory process for green shipping rules can benefit the whole supply chain
  • Japan 'regrets' Panama decision on canal tolls
    The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) is to push ahead with a planned increase in tolls across a broad range of ship types next year although the original January implementation date has been delayed to account for IMO 2020. In a statement the Japanese Shipowners' Association (JSA) said that it appreciated that the ACP would delay the hike in tolls until April rather than January 1 when shipowners wil
  • CMA CGM appoints new deputy chief financial officer
    CMA CGM has brought on a new bean counter to help with the books. The French liner giant has hired Olivier Casanova as its group deputy chief financial officer and chief financial officer for CMA CGM subsidiary CEVA Logistics. This is a newly created position, CMA CGM said. Prior, he was chief financial officer for sugar producer Tereos since 2012 after serving two years as PSA Peugeot Citroen
  • Fourth quarter is 'the quarter' for d'Amico
    Paolo d'Amico is tired of waiting for the IMO 2020 tanker rally - thankfully, he thinks it's right around the corner. The chairman of the Milan-traded shipowner told TradeWinds Thursday that he expects things to start peeking up next month, with the effects truly felt in the fourth quarter. "We keep speculations, we're speculating on what is going to happen, how it's going to happen," d'Amico sa
  • Boris Johnson's plan to shrink emissions?
    Just what on earth is the UK's prime minister up to here?
  • Helsinki Shipyard fixes finance for two cruiseships
    STLC and Finnvera coming up with cash for Vodohod vessels at Finnish builder.
  • Arctic the next frontier for navies in defending shipping
    Navies are already dealing with both state and non-state actors in a "grey zone", a Royal Navy vice admiral said
  • Star Bulk still on the prowl for fleet acquisitions, says Norton
    The president of Star Bulk also said delays in fitting scrubbers will support shipping markets until the end of the year
  • Shell offering training courses to improve seafarer wellbeing
    Major says it is applying what it has learned from its "Partners in Safety" Resilience programme
  • Sovcomflot and NYK refinance LNG duo with $176m loan
    Russian and Japanese owners sign up with three lenders to fund Sakhalin-2 carriers.
  • Data and people both key to future shipbroking success, Baltic-TW forum hears
    Digital analytics crucial and complementary tool to relationships and character in shipbrokers' toolbox
  • Straits Marine eyes expansion after tanker buy
    Malaysian fuels group gets discount on Hibiscus vessel as it ramps up operations.
  • Gunvor and Clearlake maintain indemnity in oil smuggling row
    UK judge upholds ruling that any claims against charterers by tanker owner Xiang Da Marine should be made in London not Singapore.
  • Cargoship banned over insufficient food for crew
    Sio Shipping vessel barred by Paris MoU after third detention in two years.
  • Petrobras stretches Solstad anchor-handler charters
    Brazilian major keeping Far Scout and Far Santana for another year.
  • TI opens US office as it expands with scrubber-fitted VLCC pool
    Tankers International breaks silence on new members and expansion plans
  • Drug-smuggling crew jailed for up to eight years
    Ukrainian seafarers from Carib Palm also fined $83m in France.
  • Boreal Transport inks electric ro-pax trio in Turkey
    Norwegian owner renewing fleet with electric vessels in debut Tuzla order
  • ExxonMobil homes in on MISC for first LNG carrier newbuilds
    Energy major has already selected Samsung Heavy Industries as its yard of choice as it swoops in on berths
  • ExxonMobil on the lookout for dual-fuel VLCC newbuildings
    Energy major set to join dash for gas with orders for up to eight LNG-fuelled ships
  • Chinese bulkers seized in Australian MLC clampdown
    Owners short-changing their crews on wages are feeling the wrath of the Australian authorities
  • Vopak expands LNG footprint with Colombia deal
    Dutch storage company set to partner Latin American gas player Promigas in infrastructure play
  • London's strengths remain despite repeated UK government blunders
    City's position as a major maritime centre is built on language, law and security - and policy will do little in the short term to change that
  • Yasa and Canfornav revel in brisk supramax market
    With freight rates increasing, the ship type is starting to sell well
  • Korean and Chinese yards to split Evergreen's 23,000-teu newbuild order
    Taiwanese owner opts to own all newbuildings and ditch chartering plan
  • Iran crude customers turning to Iraq to fill void
    Indian, China and Turkey emerging as big buyers of Iraqi crude, as volumes to US slide, says ClipperData.
  • Arun Sharma marks new era at IACS with IMO 2020 focus
    Indian Register head is first of new generation of members to hold chairmanship of the classification association
  • GMS spares 25-year-old panamax bulker from the scrapper's torch
    GMS has followed up a trading sale in boxships with a similar deal in dry bulk to cut scrap trade losses
  • Product tanker Megacore Honami heads for auction block
    Singapore's longest-held arrested ship will be sold in October

American Shipperweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
  • Werner sees a decent peak season, capacity shakeout coming
    Werner has seen freight fundamentals improve recently and is expecting the truck market to tighten as new regulation is implemented.
  • Potential tropical cyclone developing over the Bahamas
    Suspicious weather brewing in the Caribbean. Disturbance could soon become the next named storm of the 2019 hurricane season.
  • Carriers gaining momentum, but shippers still hold slight edge in the FreightWaves Pricing Power Index
    The weekly FreightWaves Pricing Power Index jumps 10 points in favor of carriers.
  • IEA: Trucks, ships may face less IMO 2020 risk than feared
    The International Energy Agency now believes implementation of the new fuel rule could be "much smoother than expected."
  • SmartDrive raises $90M for video-based safety telematics
    SmartDrive, a company that focuses on video-based safety and transportation intelligence designed to help truck drivers, has landed $90 million in outside funding, the company...
  • Flirtey unveils their new delivery drones, FAA approved
    The logistically challenging final mile of delivery accounts for 53% of the total cost of delivery. Autonomous drone technologies could drastically reduce that percentage.
  • Freight Futures daily curve: 9/12
    Freight Futures data to watch today: Spot National vs Regionals The spot month National contract (FUT.VNU201909) closed down 0.35% to $1.467 per mile. Regionally, the East...
  • CSX chief outlines company's changing mindset as e-commerce grows
    CSX needs to be more proactive if wants to compete with trucks, CSX's chief said.
  • Flooding, severe storm potential in northern tier states (forecast video)
    Heavy rain, nasty storms will slow down truckers at times today. Plains, Great Lakes regions main targets.
  • Amazon to open Dallas regional air hub next month
    Amazon Air to begin flying at Dallas/Fort Worth regional hub next month
  • IAA 2019: Angela Merkel calls for close cooperation between auto industry and government
    German Chancellor Angela Merkel addressed the gathering at the IAA 2019 on sustainable mobility amidst heavy criticism over the event by environmental activists.
  • Rethinking urban mobility systems through data intelligence
    Understanding and analyzing data acquired from current mobility systems could help pave the way for sustainable and affordable mobility of the future.
  • Today's Pickup: More fleets use telematics, but few utilize its full capabilities
    More fleets are using telematics than ever before, but few are taking advantage of the full capabilities, a new report found. Also, author of controversial...
  • Driver appreciation week needs a focus on preventing workplace injuries
    The driver appreciation week is celebrated across the country to pay respect to the 3.5 million truckers who haul freight all year round, rain or...
  • Customs brokers lobby change to US bankruptcy law
    The NCBFAA proposes amending the U.S Bankruptcy Code to allow "subrogation" rights for customs brokers who have paid duties to the U.S. government on behalf...
  • Cross-border tech platform Forager closes $3.25 million seed round
    Forager wants to solve borders for shippers and transportation providers.
  • Peer-to-peer truck sharing platform COOP expands to Orlando
    Ryder System's peer-to-peer truck sharing platform COOP connects truck owners with businesses interested in renting vehicles, helping maximize vehicle utilization.
  • 'Cyber deniers' are a threat to supply chain security
    Digitalization and automation are increasing the risk of cyberattacks, say intelligence agencies, but many shipping companies are refusing to act.
  • ATA considers raising diesel tax for truck-only lanes
    Option raised as part of Capitol Hill debate on congestion pricing
  • Going back to an old model to deal with classification issues: Scopelitis attorney
    The complexity of the question of driver classification is leading to new ways of dealing with it.
  • BLS' Monaco makes clear her views on driver "shortage": there is none
    There is no "perennial shortage" she tells the FTR conference in Indianapolis.
  • TL carriers seeing recent improvement
    Two of the nation's largest truckload carriers said they are seeing green shoots in freight demand.
  • Chinese port Yantai and Brazilian miner Vale enter into iron ore pact
    Yantai Port in northern China and the Brazilian miner Vale have signed a so-called strategic cooperation framework to promote the sale of Vale's iron ore....
  • 1 on 1 with Matt Elenjickal: FourKites founder details company's rise
    FourKites was founded with the idea of developing a cloud-based SaaS platform that allows for seamless communication and real-time collaboration in the supply chain. As...
  • Port Report: Big ship calls almost double in New York-New Jersey
    Larger ships now calling as liner services have to reach Southeast Asia ports for East Coast discharge.
  • PORT REPORT: A "no deal" Brexit will cause supply chain chaos, says secret U.K. government report
    Truck capacity across the English Channel could be cut to 50% for up to three months, resulting in two day queues for drivers.

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
  • Global refinery throughputs to return to growth in Q4 as IMO 2020 looms: IEA
    Global refinery throughputs are expected to return to growth in Q4, after "the recent fall in global refining activity bottomed out in July," the International Energy Agency said in its monthly report Thursday.
  • APPEC: PetroChina to suspend direct imports of Venezuelan crude
    Direct imports of Venezuelan crudes, almost all heavy sour grades, will officially come to an end from October, a source at PetroChina with close knowledge of the matter told Platts.
  • Houston Ship Channel protests could crimp bunkers supply: sources
    A portion of the Houston Ship Channel closed early Thursday as Greenpeace activists suspended themselves from the Fred Hartman Bridge as part of protests timed to coincide with a scheduled Democratic Party debate in Houston.
  • APPEC: Scrubbers still integral for IMO 2020 compliance despite some unease
    Scrubbers will be vital to ensure compliance to the International Maritime Organization's low sulfur mandate despite facing skepticism from some quarters about their limitations, delegates said at an industry event this week.
  • External: Global Risk Management
  • INTERVIEW: INTERTANKO developing practical guide for implementation as IMO 2020 looms
    The joint industry guidance should be read together with the ISO/PAS, Harun said.
  • Fujairah heavy distillate stocks slide 14% on week amid robust bunker demand
    "We saw steady inquiries in recent weeks and the price difference to Singapore did help to sustain some buying interest," a bunker supplier said.
  • Asian gasoil to head West as EFS weakens to near 4-month low
    "At minus $14/mt levels, arbitrage for most places, including India to Europe should be open," a trader said.
  • OPEC holds 2020 demand forecast for its oil unchanged despite global slowdown
    In 2020, world oil demand is projected to increase by 1.08 million b/d, a 60,000 b/d downward adjustment from OPEC previous assessment.

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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
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Arrival ports by:
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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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