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June 14, 2019
Sched Netweb site
  • Risk consultancy warns business to batten down for HK protests
  • DP World signs Russian Northern Sea Route development deal
  • Back from bankruptcy, Rickmers' sails again with scrubber-fitted feeders
  • Port of Oakland agricultural exports rebound, up 12pc despite new tariffs
  • PTP sets new world record loading Maersk vessel with 19,284 TEU
  • Gauging the fate of feeders as investments, a play that has yet to pay
  • Scrubbers tops with box ships, now 16pc of world fleet: Alphaliner
  • Seaboard Marine service links New York to Central American ports
  • Baltimore port docks its biggest ship yet - 14,000-TEU Evergreen Triton
  • Malta Freeport docks its first LNG-powered containership
  • Government initiatives will help boost cold chain market size
  • Smaller coastal ships suited as drones, but not big box ships
  • Hamburg's rail container volume soars 13.6pc and can handle more
  • British Airways pilots seek strike vote - 'profit hikes not reflected in pay'
  • Australian Senate report suggests air cabotage trial from Darwin
  • Lufthansa's Jettainer to digitise American Airlines Cargo ULD containers
  • IAG links up with Freightos' WebCargo online freight marketplace

Exim Indiaweb site
JUNE 13, 2019
  • Liberian Registry appoints Humera Ahmed as VP of Legal & Business Development
  • London P&I Club's capital position remains strong despite heavy cost of claims
  • Nations urged to cooperate after new Hormuz Strait attacks
  • Sanjam Sahi Gupta invited to be part of high level global panel
  • Strategic cooperation agreement inked for new bulk carrier designs
  • Port of Wilhelmshaven poised to emerge as a key European hub
  • Allcargo Mundra CFS receives C-TPAT certification for complying with global security guidelines
  • Uber Technologies reports spectacular growth in its freight unit in Q1 2019
  • Cabinet approves Special Economic Zones (Amendment) Bill, 2019
  • Investment opportunities for Indian companies in LAC region highlighted
  • Pre-Budget discussion points raised by FIEO during the meeting with Finance Minister
  • TEA pushes for alternate WTO-compatible scheme in place of MEIS
  • Global demand for natural gas to keep on growing: IEA
  • Lodha & ESR join forces to develop master-planned industrial park in Mumbai

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Purple island hoppers
  • New head for UK bureau
  • Europe Net to cooperate with Guretruck
  • APL reduces emissions
  • Air and sea freight hub for Rhenus at Leipzig/Halle airport
  • First non-stop transatlantic (airmail) flight
  • Nippon Express Global builds warehouse in Shanghai
  • Dirk Max Johns resigns from management
  • Rail/truck transload facility opened in Jeffersonville
  • From Hamburg to Latin America
  • Asky launches services to South Africa
  • Girteka plans new headquarters
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Wendolynn Montoya Cloonan joins Houston port commission
  • Trieste and Bettembourg improve ship-rail links
  • Making Thailand and Laos services more efficient
  • GLS partners with Mexican cargo carrier
  • Milestone for Gateway Basel Nord

The Loadstarweb site
JUNE 13, 2019
  • Oil price spike threat after two more tankers are attacked in the Middle East
  • New Warsaw airport could feature an exclusive rail freight link
  • THE Alliance's Hapag-Lloyd and ONE relaunch North Sea Baltic Express service
  • More M&A in forwarding likely, as major players feel the need to 'keep up'
  • The Morrow Roberson Road Test: WebCargo Sky, an ebooking platform or not?
  • Did Walmart convince FedEx to dump Amazon?
  • Confessions of a USPS worker: Delivering Amazon parcels 'till we drop'
  • Supply chain radar: The e-commerce revolution has barely begun
  • Supply chain radar: CMA CGM rumoured to be in talks with Geodis

Marine Logweb site
JUNE 13, 2019
  • ShipMoney extends agreement with Helikon Shipping
    Maritime payment solution provider ShipMoney has extended its Maritime Payment Services Agreement with Helikon Shipping into a long-term multi-year relationship. ShipMoney has been utilized by Helikon to pay wages to crew members
  • VIDEO: U.S. blames Iran in Strait of Hormuz tanker attacks
    At a press briefing in Washington this afternoon, U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo blamed Iran for the attacks on two tankers that occurred in the Strait of Hormuz earlier today. "This
  • Autonomous ship will have automated mooring system
    MacGregor has won a contract from Kongsberg Maritime to deliver an automated mooring system for the world's first autonomous containership, Yara Birkeland. This will enable mooring operations to be undertaken without human
  • ClassNK releases guidelines on low-flashpoint fuels
    Classification society ClassNK has released Guidelines for Ships Using Low-Flashpoint Fuels (Methyl/Ethyl Alcohol / LPG). ClassNK notes that stricter environmental regulations are being enforced. It says that, in theory, ships using alternative
  • SW/TCH invests in Water Go Round e-ferry
    SW/TCH Maritime (SW/TCH) reports that it has invested to construct and own the Water Go Round e-ferry in collaboration with Golden Gate Zero Emission Marine (GGZEM). As we reported earlier (see story),
  • Two tankers attacked in Strait of Hormuz
    Attacks on two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz made headlines this morning. Iranian state controlled media showed images of a pillar of smoke rising from one ship and reported that Iranian
  • Nor-Shipping sets new records
    Organizers say that the latest Nor-Shipping was the most successful ever. In all, almost 50,000 people participated in Nor-Shipping 2019 official events between 3 and 7 June - a 34% increase over

Lloyd's Listweb site
JUNE 13, 2019
  • Tanker attacks: US accuses Iran of working to disrupt oil flow
    Facts must be established and responsibilities clarified, argues UN secretary general, but US officials appear adamant that Iran is to...
  • Maritime risk at 16-year high after tankers targeted again
    The US is adamant that Iran is behind Thursday's attacks, but as security sources assess the evidence the shipping industry...
  • Tanker attacks: IMO chief 'greatly concerned'
    IMO secretary general Kitack Lim said investigations would determine whether further action by the organisation is needed
  • London Club combined ratio hits 140% after $26m deficit
    The main factor contributing to the loss was an increase in the cost of claims
  • Economou tables offer to take DryShips private
    Under the terms of the offer, DryShips would be merged into a subsidiary of SPII Holdings
  • Ex-Liberian flag chief joins Oldendorff
    Scott Bergeron will be focused on developing commercial opportunities in the US market, as well as being involved in the...
  • Tanker attacks: Diplomatic channels opened to repatriate crew
    'I am extremely worried about the safety of our crews going through the Straits of Hormuz,' Intertanko chair tells Lloyd's...
  • Hunter Group selects OSM to manage new VLCCs
    The vessels, which are being built at the DSME yard in South Korea, are due to be delivered by the...
  • DHL Global Forwarding stays top of 3PL league
    Gains made last year will be difficult to replicate again in 2019
  • Cagliari transhipment hub future in doubt
    Negotiations over the future of CICT are continuing following Hapag-Lloyd's decision to pull out from calling at the terminal
  • MGO will remain a safer bet over LSFO at top bunkering port
    In light of the information made public so far with respect to the positions bunker suppliers may hold on marine gas oil...
  • Daily Briefing
    UK's upcoming 2050 net zero emission law leaves shipping untouched - for now | Cargill cuts shipping emissions on chartered...
  • Oil tankers 'attacked' in Gulf of Oman
    'Tension in the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf is now as high as it gets without being an...
  • Viewpoint: Ports key to supply chains
    Ports represent the front door to any country and to an island like this, efficient ports with good landside communications...
  • Gunvor eyes offtake with Commonwealth LNG
    Large trading houses such as Gunvor are latching on to the opportunity offered by the flexible destination offtake agreements with...
  • Shipowners in Greece and Hong Kong join to express 2020 'concerns'
    They also agreed that shipping should not be expected to fund all the research and development needed to meet carbon...
  • Oxygen depletion fatalities on the rise
    So far this year, five deaths have been reported due to oxygen depletion, with another 10 linked to a gas...
  • Delta Tankers and Zodiac Maritime identified as Brightoil VLCC buyers
    Brokers say there is optimism in the VLCC market but not many transactions have taken place due to gaps between...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JUNE 13, 2019
  • Legislators raise alarm on NY-NJ port customs
  • Frontier expands resin export footprint in Charleston
  • Catapult pulls Xeneta data into rate management system
  • Rankings: US Heavy-haul truck revenue jumps
  • Cyclone shuts ports in India's Gujarat state
  • US ports make grab for infrastructure funds
  • Chassis 'utility' model proposed for ports, hubs
  • Rhine shipping limits dent German industrial growth
  • Freight marketplaces hinge on spot rate adoption

TradeWindsweb site
JUNE 13, 2019
  • Chemical company sues Tide Line over terminal crash
    A northern New Jersey chemical company is accusing the crew of a Greek-owned bulker of disobeying terminal rules and taking it out of commission for weeks last year. AdvanSix filed a $1.5m lawsuit in Norfolk, Virginia federal court Tuesday, alleging the 26,000-dwt Amazon (built 1997) damaged the pier at its Hopewell, Virginia terminal last June while loading ammonium sulfate destined for west Afr
  • US blames Iran for twin tanker attacks off Fujairah
    The attack follows a pattern of behavior since the US pulled out of a 2015 nuclear deal with Iran, Pompeo says
  • Cruise majors plan to stay course in Middle East
    Six tankers have been attacked off Fujairah in the past month.
  • Vietnam benefits as trade war hits Chinese shipments
    Other Asian nations gain at neighbour's expense
  • STX among Asian shipyards seeking MR tanker deals
    South Korea's STX Offshore & Shipbuilding is among Asian yards hoping to win orders for MR tankers following its recent deal with Pacific Carriers for two 35,000-dwt product carriers. The Chinhae-based yard, which is working its way out of administration, has told brokers it is once again ready to start contracting ships in volume as it recovers from financial difficulties. Pacific Carriers retu
  • Klaveness Marine reveals juicy annual profit
    Klaveness Marine Holding had another successful year in 2018, which saw profit account for nearly half of its revenue. The Oslo-based private investment company, which is owned by Tom Erik Klaveness and his family, made most of its profits on property for the second year in a row. Klaveness Marine last year had a pre-tax profit of NOK 329m ($38.1m) against a NOK 365m profit in 2017. The operati
  • China seizes Arctic agenda with unique ice-class skill set
    The world may be wary of a Chinese military strength, but Beijing's 'Silk Road on the Ice' is a greater power play
  • Shandong Shipping signs up for Vale-backed quartet
    Chinese owner orders newcastlemax bulkers at Qingdao Beihai against long-term COAs from Brazilian miner
  • AUDIO: Captain of Hyundai Dubai makes distress call
    TradeWinds is verifying the authenticity of the audio file.
  • Global Ship Lease fixes two ships with 'top-tier' outfits
    One vessel will go to MSC, the other to Maersk.
  • Tanker stocks follow oil prices upward in New York
    Listed owners show early gains as market begins to digest impact of latest attacks in Middle East Gulf.
  • Trafigura in talks with Hyundai Heavy for LPG-fuelled VLGC duo
    Trader and shipowners move to support growing trend for fuel shift on large gas carriers
  • George Economou offers to buy DryShips
    SPII Holdings is offering $4 per share in cash for New York-listed bulker player, which just acquired tanker pool operator Heidmar.
  • Flames doused on Frontline tanker after day of chaos
    Salvors have managed to extinguish a blaze on a Frontline tanker following an attack on two vessels in the Gulf of Oman on Thursday. Embed: Attack footage Rumours of torpedo attacks swirled in shipping circles from the early hours, as conflicting reports cast doubt on the fate of the 110,000-dwt Front Altair (built 2016) and the 27,000-dwt BSM-managed tanker Kokuka Couragous (built 2010) and the
  • Iran says tanker attacks 'suspicious'
    The attacks come during a visit from Japanese PM Abe and amidst Iran-US tensions
  • JB Ugland has profitable 2018 but shipping plays a bit part
    JB Ugland Group has reported strong annual results for 2018. But shipping, which was once key to the Ugland family's business activities, now plays a minor role in the company's results. Parent outfit JB Ugland Holding increased its pre-tax profits sharply in 2018 to NOK 319m ($36.9m), from NOK 247m ($29m) a year before. Operating revenues for the Grimstad-based privately owned company totalled
  • Diamantides and Ofer feast on auctioned Brightoil VLCCs
    Zodiac Maritime joins Greeks' hunt for Brightoil tankers auctioned in the Far East
  • War risk underwriters face bill for Fujairah attacks
    US Iran sanctions could raise issues for insurers over salvage payments
  • Avin joins march of the makers with HHI suezmax order
    Vardinoyiannis-controlled company returns to the shipbuilding market after a seven-year break
  • Owners eyeing Gulf tanker loading with caution in poor market
    Attention turns to last done fixture and how loadings in the region might be affected.
  • A 'piracy' case Blackbeard could only have dreamed of
    A sideways look at shipping by TradeWinds staff
  • Frontline's Hvide Macleod says tanker explosion cause unclear
    Salvage tugs on standby as investigation starts into the cause of devastating explosions.
  • Mareel seals leaseback deal for 25 CTVs
    UK operator Mareel has announced a sale and leaseback deal with a transport fund for 25 crew transfer and wind farm support vessels (CTVs). Fred Olsen and N-O-S team on crew vessels The buyer is Flexam Invest, which specialises in shipping and logistics investments. Mareel, a subsidiary of Swedish offshore shipping company Northern Offshore Group (NOG), will manage and operate the ships off the
  • Petrofin says end of Greek lending drought is in sight
    Credit Suisse emerges as the leader in Greece's ship financing for the fifth year
  • Sonangol and Clarksons Platou partnership set to end
    The Saragol Tankers cooperation with Sonangol and two groups of investors led by Clarksons Platou Project Finance is poised to come to an an end, TradeWinds has learned. The Angolan oil company had two tankers fixed on long-term charter to two different Norwegian firms. Stena Sonangol sees IMO 2020 gain for suezmaxes DSME boosted by $400m delivery of Sonangol drillship Some brokers claim that
  • Paulo d'Amico: western crude supply could be at risk
    Intertanko chairman Paolo d'Amico issued a stark warning to the world on Thursday following the attacks on two tankers in the Middle East Gulf. The Italian shipowner said in a statement: "Following two attacks on member vessels this morning, I am extremely worried about the safety of our crews going through the Strait of Hormuz. "We need to remember that some 30% of the world's (seaborne) crude
  • China, South Korea in ballast water pact
    Asia's No 1 and No 4 economies have detailed more rules in enforcing the IMO Ballast Water Management Convention.
  • Frontline crew taken to Iran, Schulte crew on US navy ship
    Iranian rescue teams pick up Frontline crew, while the crew of Kokuka Courageous are on a US navy vessel.
  • OSM Maritime wins technical management contract for Hunter Group VLCCs
    Hunter Group has contracted OSM Maritime to undertake the full technical management of its state-of-the-art fleet "smart" VLCCs. Hunter Group bangs tanker drum as $196m double VLCC sale talks continue The eight vessels are currently under construction at DSME in South Korea and will be delivered towards the end of 2019 and into 2020. The Hunter vessels will be managed from OSM's base in Arenda
  • Tanker Kokuka Courageous damaged but afloat
    All 21 crew from tanker are safe after abandoning ship following Gulf incident
  • Oil price spikes, Frontline shares up, after new Gulf tanker attacks
    Rises reverse recent declines due to trade worries and growing stockpiles
  • Frontline and Schulte tankers attacked off Fujairah
    'Successive explosions' reported as crews abandon vessels safely with no casualties reported.
  • Algoma hull holds the key for 3 Maj yard
    A partially completed bulker cancelled by a Canadian owner is vital if Croatian shipbuilder 3 Maj is to avoid bankruptcy, according to its CEO. Edi Kucan told the Poslovni website that hull 733, abandoned by Algoma Central Corporation last year, is 80% complete. 3 Maj bankruptcy decision postponed He wants the Croatian government to provide €120m ($134.8m) to finish this and three other vessels
  • Singapore's big guns say they are "ready for IMO 2020"
    BW Group, Maersk Tankers, Pacific Carriers, AET and PIL all set for 1 January deadline, says MPA.
  • BMT gains foothold in US offshore wind sector
    Two vessels will be deployed on Orsted's coastal Virginia offshore wind project by 2020.
  • Seacon goes on $80m raid for wide-beam Hammonia trio
    Singapore liner operator leads foray into German market by taking three boxships
  • K Line plans to fit scrubbers to just 10% of its bulker fleet
    LNG bunkering, renewable energy and hydrogen can be the options to meet the IMO's emissions targets for 2030 and 2050, according to the Japanese giant's environmental chief
  • Middle East buyers chase midsize bulker purchases
    Serenity buys ship from Triton Navigation, while details emerge on two S'hail panamax buys

American Shipperweb site
JUNE 13, 2019
  • Suspected attacks on two tankers in Gulf of Oman
    The Norwegian-owned Front Altair was "suspected of being hit by a torpedo" and the Japanese-owned Kukako Courageous was struck "with some sort of shell," according to reports.
  • Commentary: China ends burdensome NVOCC process
    The multistep requirements for initial applications and renewals have been simplified by the Ministry of Transport.
  • Ag shippers say customer service 'dying art form'
    Exporters at the annual meeting of the Agriculture Transportation Coalition lament lack of visibility to shipments and carrier accountability and the disappearance of telephones.
  • Port of Hamburg touts growth in rail traffic
  • TOTE's Greene recognized for lifetime of achievement
  • Executive Moves: Lufthansa Cargo, USPack
  • TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico leasing 220 NaturaLINE units
  • USTR grants exclusions from duties on solar cells
  • Ground broken for South Carolina warehouse
  • USDOT will award $292.7 million in port grants

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JUNE 13, 2019
  • External: Praxis Energy Agents DMCC
  • Taiwan's CPC to seek replacement naphtha cargo after tanker fire
    "If the replacement cargo arrives before July 20, we can maintain cracker runs at 100%," Chen said.
  • TANKERS: Daily VLCC earnings to rise sharply in 4Q: Fearnleys
    A turnaround is expected as ships are taken for floating storage, installing scrubbers and more oil is likely to be produced by OPEC member countries, Kilen said.
  • Two tankers loaded with 'Japan-related cargoes' attacked near Hormuz: METI minister
    The reported attacks came to light during a visit by Japanese Minister Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to Iran.
  • IMO 2020 could cause Brent price spike to $80/b by end-2019: Platts Analytics
    Midgley indicated there was strong support at that $60 level.
  • External: Global Risk Management

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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