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BRIEFS

June 17, 2019

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Asia-Europe rate off 4.4pc to US$745/TEU, USWC off 1.6pc to $1,416/FEU Maersk in icebreaker talks for second voyage over Russia in September DSV Panalpina to have 6pc of global forwarding market: Ti report Chinese delegation from Yantian port visits Portugal's Sines Port China box exports to US down 6.5pc from January to May Hong Kong is Turkey's biggest importer of fresh fruit and vegetables Container shipping faces challenges, pitfalls in coming months US$5.5 million Flagships to deploy hydrogen vessels in Europe Blackstone buys logistics assets from Singapore's GLP for US$18.7 billion US-China trade war decreasing freight volume at Macau International Airport Leisure Cargo files for bankruptcy after loss of big customer SATS eyes US$731.1 million in fresh investments over three years CEVA appoints Aymeric Chandavoine as chief operating officer

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JUNE 16, 2019
A. L. Logistics certified as Authorized Economic Operator Belgium launches online Customs portal across four main hubs Canadian Border & Service Agency requirement prior to vessel loading CONCOR committed to its coastal shipping operations Exim Integrated Club conducts hazardous cargo training in Pune Freight Forwarder as a Carrier or an Agent Hapag-Lloyd enters into new €100 m revolving credit facility Implementation of Advance Cargo Manifest for import shipments to Bangladesh Oil prices rising on Middle East tension Serious concern expressed on ship attacks near Straits of Hormuz Soybean meal exports see significant rise in last fiscal J&K draft logistics policy aims at improving connectivity & reducing cost Centre raises import limit on arhar dal to 4 lt Exports rise nearly 4 pc in May Facilitating export credit a key priority of the govt: Goyal Trade wars seen presenting excellent opportunity for India Cyclone Vayu now seen recurving & hitting the Kutch coast of Gujarat Top stakeholders to grace South East CEO Conclave & Cargo & Logistics Awards 2019 in Chennai

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Davis Refinery finds rail logistics provider Bolloré picks Eric Kalala as CEO in DRC Loxxess takes over logistics from René Lezard Alaska Air Cargo's soaring seafood season Agreement on maritime data transfer Contracts awarded for improving UK's rail network LISCR appoints new VP of legal and business development Joining forces along the iron silk road MGI integrates blockchain technology into its CCS SIA Cargo opens two new pharma corridors "Monaco Maersk" sets a mark Ceva gains exemptions Guido Henke leaves Latam Cargo TX Logistik gains B licence for Danish rail network "Curiosity of the Day" Three for NSR Ethiopian: new flights to JFK and more services to Istanbul

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JUNE 14, 2019
Asia-Europe carriers struggle, but transpacific could see new front-loading boost US business leaders hit back on trade tariffs and tell Trump 'enough is enough' Pressure grows on Atlas and its pilots to end bitter dispute over labour contracts Imperial Logistics set on buying a major forwarder as it eyes expansion in Africa Rail freight hub in Lodz set to expand as demand for BRI services rises Salvage of containers lost overboard too slow, says Australia Steven Polmans and Sanjeev Gadhia set to take the reins at Tiaca The macro view: Will the Huawei affair restore balance to the global economy? Analysis: Evergreen looks financially adrift as hungry rivals circle

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JUNE 14, 2019
Jotun in MOU with HHI on solvent-free prime Sandefjord, Norway, based coatings manufacturer Jotun has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the world's largest shipbuilder, South Korea's Hyundai Heavy Industries. It covers the use of a new type of VIDEO: Fincantieri Marinette Marine launches LCS 21 The future USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul (LCS 21) splashed into the Menominee River today in a spectacular side launch at the Fincantieri Marinette Marine Shipyard, Marinette, Wis. Ship sponsor Jodi J. Greene, Deputy Boskalis to salvage both tankers hit in Strait of Hormuz attacks Royal Boskalis Westminster N.V. reports that it has been appointed as the salvor for both tankers that were attacked yesterday morning in the Gulf of Oman. Shortly after the incidents the insurers What tariffs? Box volume up at Port of Oakland Turning trade war logic on its head, containerized export volume at the Port of Oakland spiked last month. Exports, primarily to Asia, were up 8.4 percent compared to May 2018 totals. Imports BMT designs U.S. CTVs with whales in mind The two BMT-designed Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs) being built to service Ørsted U.S. offshore wind projects will have some significant differences from similar vessels built for the European market. As we reported HullWiper hull cleaning now available in Mauritius Underwater hull cleaning specialist HullWiper Ltd has launched its first East African hull cleaning solution in partnership with Immersub of Mauritius. HullWiper's patented remotely operated vehicle (ROV) hull cleaning system uses adjustable Matt Binsfeld named WEDA Dredger of the Year Matt Binsfeld, president and CEO of La Crosse, Wis., headquartered J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. was named the 2019 Dredger of the Year on June 6th at the 2019 WEDA Dredging Summit and VIDEO: Iranians remove unexploded limpet mine from tanker More details are now emerging on yesterday's attacks on two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. It now seems certain that the explosions were caused by limpet mines. Yesterday, U.S. Secretary of Study indicates scrubber wash water has little impact in ports The Clean Shipping Alliance (CSA) 2020 says that the preliminary results of an independent study indicate that accumulated concentrations of residues from exhaust gas scrubber wash water are at very low levels

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JUNE 14, 2019
GasLog Partners lands charter from Gunvor Sole spot-trading vessel in fleet of 15 LNG carriers will go on three-and-a-half-year charter this month Diana sells ageing panamax The US-listed company has launched a self-tender offer to purchase as many as 2m shares MSI cautious on dry bulk outlook London-based consultant expects capesize earnings to average $13,600 per day in August and $15,100 per day in November The Lloyd's List Podcast: The tanker sector is now on a war footing Listen to the latest edition of Lloyd's List's weekly podcast - your weekly briefing on the stories shaping shipping in... Hapag-Lloyd uses new credit facility to pay off senior notes German container line shuffles old debt for new in effort to reduce costs From the News Desk: Risk and reward as tension rises Meanwhile, tramp ship owners have expressed concern to the IMO over the sulphur cap and future fuels, while the shipping... Tanker attacks: Gulf attacks may lift tanker rates Owners are said to be halting new fixtures on vessels for trading with the Gulf as their concerns are deepening... Brussels advised to stick or twist on block exemption rules Report recommends extending the liner competition rules, but with amendments Warnings to shipping as Iran rejects US claims Latest: Cargo insurers can expect to face an exposure value of $40m for goods on the Kokuka Courageous and $25m... Daily Briefing Maritime risk at 16-year high after tankers targeted again \| Oil tankers 'attacked' in Gulf of Oman \| Economou tables... Iran adds another layer of tension in the stand-off over US-China LNG trade deals US exporters and Chinese importers would like to break the gridlock holding back billion-dollar liquefied natural gas deals, but these deals are being... The Interview: Lars Rhodin His surname sounds more French than Scandinavian, and Swedish Club managing director Lars Rhodin sometimes claims to be related to... Tanker attacks: Kokuka Courageous being towed to port There is also no loss of cargo or fuel containment on Kokuka Courageous and the crew are back on board... Tanker attacks: Establish the facts and clarify the responsibilities in Hormuz Washington believes it has a case against Iran for the attack on two tankers in the Gulf, but has not... Argentina may give Asian LNG importers an alternative to US Argentine production could reach 6m tpa by 2024, 10m tpa by 2030

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JUNE 14, 2019
Rail project completion boosts NY-NJ port's Midwest reach Truck rates heat up in US Southeast, California Samskip preps for Brexit cargo shifting to sea More China tariff pressure ahead for US agricultural exporters Indian ports reopen after cyclone ABS: Alternative fuels offer clearest path to decarbonization

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JUNE 14, 2019
Euronav raises $50m with tap issue A Euronav subsidiary has completed a tap issue, raising $50m. The Belgian tanker owner announced after the close Friday that its Luxembourg arm had successfully completed the move. The bonds are guaranteed by the parent, mature in 2022 and carry a coupon of 7.5%. Euronav aims for bond tap "This is a further positive step for Euronav. This transaction proves we continue to benefit from a variety Trump: The Strait of Hormuz 'won't be closed for very long' US President Donald Trump joined the chorus of American voices blaming Iran for the suspected attack on two tankers near the Strait of Hormuz. Trump, speaking on Fox News Friday morning said the country is in "deep, deep trouble" after the US pulled out of a 2015 deal that lifted sanctions in exchange to revisions to Iran's nuclear programme. Boskalis: Front Altair situation 'still worrisome' K Linblad Expeditions offers to exchange warrants for shares New York-based owner also looks to modify exchange ratio Diana Shipping offers another buyback Simeon Palios-led bulker owner looks to repurchase two million shares in latest programme. Will Fredly be able to sell newbuilding duo? Sale-and-purchase brokers in Norway are voicing scepticism that Arne Fredly's Hunter Group will be able conclude a sale of two of its two VLCC newbuildings at DSME. The doubts emerge almost a month after the Norwegian shipowner said it was close to selling two of its eight tankers that are set for delivery in 2019 and 2020. Hunter chief executive Erik Frydendal, CEO of Hunter says he cannot com Diana Shipping sells another old panamax Diana has sold six bulkers built in the early 2000s over the past seven months. KSS expands VLGC fleet with newbuilding order worth up to $148m South Korea's KSS Line is expanding its fleet with a newbuilding order for up to two VLGCs at Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI). The deal involves one firm 86,000-cbm ship with an option for a second unit. The ship is set for delivery in 2021 and has a reported price tag of $74m. It is being described as a standard VLGC with scrubbers. European brokers said KSS Line has fixed out the newbuilding NOC warns of military build-up at tanker terminal Libya's National Oil Corporation (NOC) has expressed "concern" over an increased military presence at the Ras Lanuf oil terminal. It fears the export facility is "a military objective." Libya's NOC opens office in US for $60bn push Libya said to be targeting return of VLCC loadings "These actions could result in the withdrawal of NOC personnel from the port for their safety," the oil company s VLCC FFAs spike amid Middle Eastern tension July contract for Middle East-China route nears $25,000 per day, even though spot fixtures have largely halted as owners await insurance quotes. Gunvor buying Commonwealth LNG over 15 years Trader Gunvor Group has agreed a 15-year deal to buy LNG from US producer Commonwealth Projects' Commonwealth LNG. Gunvor aims to take 1.5m tonnes per annum (mtpa) of LNG from an export project under development in Cameron Parish, Louisiana. Kalpesh Patel, Gunvor co-head of LNG trading, said: "The agreement with Commonwealth LNG is a significant step in executing Gunvor's overall strategy of unc MSC secures stake in Messina Group Two years of talks conclude with liner giant taking minority stake in Italian conro specialist. Boskalis: Front Altair situation 'still worrisome' Dutch salvor Royal Boskalis Westminster has said the situation regarding the damaged Frontline tanker Front Altair is "still worrisome." Boskalis subsidiary Smit Salvage won the contract to salvage both the 110,000-dwt Norwegian vessel (built 2016) and the 27,000-dwt BSM-managed tanker Kokuka Courageous (built 2010), both of which were hit by torpedoes or mines off Iran on Thursday. Macleod rule Neptune Lines installs hybrid-ready scrubbers on first two of 10 ships Neptune Lines has joined the growing group of well-known Greek shipowners installing scrubbers on its vessels to comply with the IMO's 2020 sulphur cap. The car-carrier owner plans to have 10 ships fitted with hybrid-ready scrubbers by early next year, the Melina Travlos-controlled company said on its website. Installation work has already been completed on the first two vessels - the 3,800-ceu Macleod rules out tanker fault as cause of blast Frontline has ruled out a problem with its tanker Front Altair as a cause of the explosion that set the ship ablaze in the Middle East Gulf on Thursday. Crew abandoned the 110,000-dwt LR2 (built 2016) following an apparent torpedo attack. Manager says Frontline tanker crew safe and well in Iran Frontline Management CEO Robert Hvide MacLeod told TradeWinds the company "of course will take an act ITF and JNG call for more shipping protection in Gulf The ITF union and the Joint Negotiating Group (JNG) of shipowners have united in a call for more protection for vessels in the Middle East Gulf. The two were reacting to the apparent torpedo and mine attack on Frontline and BSM tankers off Iran on Thursday that left the vessels abandoned and drifting. Manager says Frontline tanker crew safe and well in Iran US says Iran removed unexploded mine Manager says Frontline tanker crew safe and well in Iran All 23 seafarers heading to Bandar Abbas for repatriation following attack in Gulf. Greek shipowners dodge Brussels bullet over tonnage tax EU is understood to be dropping its challenge on Greece's tonnage tax regime but only after owners agree to pay a charge on repatriated dividends Thomas Cooper rejected merger with shipping rivals Head of shipping Darryl Kennard explains why Penningtons Manches was the only candidate for collaboration Onorato's Moby Group boosted by ship sales Italian ferry and ro-ro company Moby Group has revealed a big jump in first quarter EBITDA. The Vincenzo Onorato-controlled owner said a new vessel addition and expansion in the Sicilian haulage market had boosted the result. It had suffered in 2018 due to high bunker prices, but said revenue rose by 14.9% to €102.2m year-on-year, while EBITDA rose '24.6m ($27.75m) to '8.97m . The company also Vinashin quartet jailed for fraud Four former executives at Vietnamese state shipbuilder Vinashin have been jailed for banking illegal interest payments from OceanBank. After a three-day trial, a Hanoi court sentenced former chairman Nguyen Ngoc Su to 13 years in prison for "abuse of power or position to appropriate property,", VNExpress International reported. Three to be charged over Vinashin fraud Ex-general director Truong UK yard tycoon Yarrow leaves $975,000 in will Scottish shipyard baronet Sir Eric Yarrow left £776,000 ($975,000) in his will when he died aged 98 last year. The businessman ran family firm Yarrows through turbulent times for shipbuilding on the Clyde during the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. Sir Eric Yarrow dies at 98 The Times reported the money was left to his family, but with some donations to be made too, not least '30,000 to his carers. He Norway raises Gulf security level again in wake of attacks Organisation advises shipowners to keep a safe distance from Iranian waters. Kokuka Sangyo says tanker damaged by 'flying objects', not mines or torpedoes Japanese shipowner's statement seems to refute Washington's claim that a limpet mine was attached to the ship. Kokuka Courageous taken under tow after crew reboard vessel Japanese-owned ship headed for Khor Fakkan, where full damage assessment will be carried out

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JUNE 14, 2019
Salvage operations underway on tankers damaged by 'attacks' U.S. officials say video shows an unexploded limpet mine being removed from the Kokuka Courageous, but the president of the ship's operator said the crew reported the vessel was hit by a flying object. BIMCO forecasts weak container shipping demand Slow growth in intra-Asia volumes seen as a harbinger for long-distance container trades in peak season. Trucking stakeholders want better conditions, safety Witnesses offered the House Highway and Transit differing views on a wide array of trucking priorities as Congress faces reauthorization of surface transportation legislation. Over 650 companies urge Trump to end China dispute The letter, organized by Tariffs Hurt the Heartland, said additional tariffs would result in the loss of 2 million American jobs and reduce the value of the GDP by 1%. Kudlow: Trade war will hurt China more than US The National Economic Council director said during an event in Washington on Thursday that the ongoing bilateral tit for tat will have minimal economic impacts on U.S. consumers. TOTE's Greene recognized for lifetime of achievement Berthold fined for misrepresenting radioactive packaging Port of Oakland customers 'defied conventional wisdom' Executive Moves: TIACA and Allianz

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JUNE 14, 2019
Saudi appetite for fuel oil term deals, swaps jumps ahead of summer: sources Saudi Arabia has locked in more contractual fuel oil imports in 2019 after a strong buying spree on the spot market last summer, the sources say. INTERVIEW: US oil supply keeping lid on prices despite global risks: IEA chief "There is substantial amount of oil coming from the United States, which puts a strong ceiling on oil prices," Birol said in an interview Friday on the sidelines of the G20 energy ministerial meetings in Karuizawa, Japan. External: Praxis Energy Agents DMCC LNG bunkering to gain momentum as IMO 2020 compliance option: Shell exec "In the last year alone, the number of LNG bunker vessels globally has doubled," Potter said. Asian companies start using 0.5% marine fuel as benchmark pricing "We are not sure how the others will bid for these cargoes, but we are in a position to bid at a differential to Marine Fuel 0.5%," a trader said. Shipowners hold back from taking bookings for Middle East cargoes "There is too much steam today and many owners are not ready for calling Persian Gulf ports today," a charterer in Singapore said. VLGC rates jump to near 4-year peak on Middle East flows, Persian Gulf tension "Most traders have re-programmed their vessels that were previously marketed as re-lets." a ship broker said. External: Global Risk Management Port of Singapore updates its guidance on IMO 2020 "Our inspectors will also be equipped with portable sulfur kits for on site testing of in-use fuel," MPA Chief Executive said. FUTURES: Oil rises amid growing tensions in Middle East "A surge in supply concerns drove pricing levels up after reports surfaced on two tanker attacks in the Persian Gulf," Lu said.

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The ports of Bremen and Hamburg close the first quarter with a +3% growth in traffic

PORTS

The ports of Bremen and Hamburg close the first quarter with a +3% growth in traffic

Bremen/Hamburg

Terminal operator HHLA posts record quarterly revenue

PORTS

In the first quarter of 2025, cargo traffic in the port of Koper grew by +9.9%

Coper

Containerized cargo volumes continue to grow

ASSOCIATIONS

Paul Pathy elected BIMCO President

Copenhagen

He is the president and CEO of the Canadian Fednav

PORTS

The project to resection the western dock of the port of Gioia Tauro is about to start

Joy Taurus

It is not subject to the VIA procedure

HMM closed the first quarter with a net profit growth of +52.5%

SHIPPING

HMM closed the first quarter with a net profit growth of +52.5%

Seoul

The South Korean company's fleet transported 930,629 containers (+4.2%)

In the first quarter, Hapag-Lloyd's revenues increased by +18.6% and net profit by +49.6%.

SHIPPING

In the first quarter, Hapag-Lloyd's revenues increased by +18.6% and net profit by +49.6%.

Hamburg

The company's fleet transported 3.3 million containers (+8.8%)

SHIPPING

Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL's quarterly earnings growth eases

Keelung/Taipei

The second company recorded a decline in profits

PORTS

In the first three months of 2025, cruise traffic at GPH terminals increased by +30%

Istanbul

In the period, 1,568 ships (+53%) called at them

In the first quarter of 2025, ship traffic in the Suez Canal decreased by -17.1%

SHIPPING

In the first quarter of 2025, ship traffic in the Suez Canal decreased by -17.1%

Cairo

Growth of +16.4% in the value of transit rights paid by ships

This morning the ceremony of laying the first stone of the Darsena Europa in the port of Livorno

PORTS

This morning the ceremony of laying the first stone of the Darsena Europa in the port of Livorno

Leghorn

Five years of work and an investment of 550 million euros are expected

SHIPYARDS

Russia to invest $6 billion over the next six years to develop shipbuilding

Fly

Over 1,600 Civilian Ships Planned to Be Built by 2036

TRADE

US, China agree to suspend tariffs for 90 days, cut by 115 percentage points

Beijing/Washington

They will drop to 30% and 10% respectively from the current 145% and 125%

PORTS

In the first quarter, cargo traffic in Tunisian ports decreased by -2.6%

PORTS

In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +8.9%

Ravenna

Increase in dry bulk, containerized and conventional cargo

PORTS

The port of Ancona closed the first quarter with a traffic of 2.1 million tons of goods (+4%)

Ancona

At the Ortona airport a decrease of -9% was recorded and at the Vasto airport a growth of +14%

SHIPPING

In the first quarter, Costamare's revenues decreased by -6.1%

Monk

Costamare Bulkers Spin-Off Completed

PORTS

The western dock of the port of Gioia Tauro has become operational

Joy Taurus

Container ship "MSC Bridge" docks

Maersk Group posts positive quarterly financial results

SHIPPING

Maersk Group posts positive quarterly financial results

Copenhagen

Container volumes transported by the fleet remain stable. Traffic growth of +8.4% in port terminals

SHIPPING

European Commission approves Italy's request to reintroduce the International Registry

Brussels

It will be in force until the end of 2033

PORTS

In the port of Trieste, bulk cargo decreases and miscellaneous goods increase

Trieste

In the first quarter, a decrease of -4.3% was recorded. In Monfalcone, traffic increased by +54.9%

PORTS

In the first quarter, goods handled by the port of Venice increased by +4.3%

Venice

Solid bulk and containerized cargoes on the rise. Liquid bulk drops by -6.1%

SHIPPING

GNV orders four more ro-pax vessels from Guangzhou Shipyard International

Genoa

Deliveries of the 71,300 GRT units will begin in early 2028

PORTS

The agreement between the Region and the extraordinary commissioner gives the go-ahead to the construction of the Darsena Europa in the port of Livorno

Florence

Giani: work can finally start

PORTS

Filt, Fit and Uilt support Ciane's activity in Genoa and Savona, which would be put in danger by Petromar's competition

Genoa

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

Hupac will focus on combined transport on the North-South axis, focusing on high-volume connections

Zurich

SHIPPING

DFDS Quarterly Revenues Up 7.5% With Ekol Acquisition

Copenhagen

The volumes of goods transported by the fleet are stable. Passengers drop by -27.5%

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

At the end of 2025, RAlpin will suspend the rolling highway rail service between Fribourg and Novara

Olten

The company denounces the numerous and unexpected restrictions on the railway network

PORTS

Terminal operator ICTSI closes a record first quarter

Manila

Historic peak in financial results and container freight volumes handled

SHIPPING

Premuda, management buy-out operation on the entire share capital of the company

Genoa

It was implemented with the strategic and financial support of Pillarstone

In the first quarter of this year, ship transits through the Panama Canal increased by +35.9%

SHIPPING

In the first quarter of this year, ship transits through the Panama Canal increased by +35.9%

Panama

Ships carried 60.0 million tons of cargo (+40.1%)

In the first quarter of 2025, maritime traffic in the Bosphorus Strait decreased by -7.5%

SHIPPING

In the first quarter of 2025, maritime traffic in the Bosphorus Strait decreased by -7.5%

Ankara

A total of 9,351 ships passed through

PORTS

Tender for the expansion and technological modernization of Gate IV of the Port of Trieste

Trieste

It is related to the technical and economic feasibility design of the project

SHIPPING

Mediterranean Emission Control Area for Sulphur Oxides Comes Into Force Tomorrow

Brussels

Vessels will have to use fuel with a maximum sulphur content of 0.1%.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Reports Quarterly Net Loss of -$40.3 Million

CRUISES

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Reports Quarterly Net Loss of -$40.3 Million

Miami

In the first three months of this year, revenues fell by -2.9%

LOGISTICS

DSV Completes Acquisition of Schenker

Hedehouse

In the first three months of this year, the Danish logistics group's operating result increased by +17.5%

SHIPPING

Hapag-Lloyd expects to close the first quarter with very positive performance

Hamburg

ONE closed fiscal year 2024 with net income of $4.2 billion (+336%)

SHIPPING

ONE closed fiscal year 2024 with net income of $4.2 billion (+336%)

Singapore

In the period the container fleet transported 3.1 million TEU (+2.3%)

In the first quarter, the revenues of the Chinese shipping group COSCO grew by +20.1%

SHIPPING

In the first quarter, the revenues of the Chinese shipping group COSCO grew by +20.1%

Shanghai

The fleet transported 6.5 million containers (+7.5%)

PORTS

In the last quarter of 2024, Eurokai port terminals handled over 3.2 million containers (+9.4%)

Hamburg

In Germany, traffic was 1.9 million TEU (+14.0%) and in Italy 443 thousand TEU (+7.9%)

SHIPPING

OOIL orders 14 new 18,500 teu containerships

Hong Kong

Dalian, Nantong shipyards win $3.1 billion contract

Orient Overseas (International) Limited (OOIL), the subsidiary of the Chinese shipping group COSCO Shipping Holdings that operates containerized maritime transport services with ...

Chinese ports set new cargo throughput record for January-March quarter

PORTS

Chinese ports set new cargo throughput record for January-March quarter

Beijing

In the period, seaports handled 73.1 million containers (+8.3%)

PORTS

Passenger terminal completed at Rizzo dock in Messina port

Messina

Work begins on remodeling the seabed of the port of Reggio Calabria

Le Aziende informano

Il retrofit ibrido-elettrico di ABB guida i traghetti dei laghi italiani verso un futuro più sostenibile

LOGISTICS

UPS closed the first quarter with a net profit of 1.2 billion dollars (+6.6%)

Atlanta

Revenues down slightly following sale of Coyote Logistics

CRUISES

Second Large Cruise Ship Built in China Launched

Shanghai

It will join the Adora Cruises fleet at the end of 2026

PORTS

Uiltrasporti underlines the need to keep Italian ports under public control

Rome

SHIPPING

The liner shipping industry contributes substantially to the U.S. economy.

Washington

This is highlighted by an analysis carried out by S&P Global Market Intelligence on behalf of WSC and PMSA

PORTS

Toll worsens from explosion in Iranian port of Shahid Rajaee

Tehran

It caused 46 deaths and injured over 1,200 people

PORTS

Tender for concession of container terminal at Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk to be announced by mid-year

Kiev

The management will include the general cargo terminal

INDUSTRY

Wärtsilä's first quarter is positive

Helsinki

New orders value growth slows

LOGISTICS

CEVA Logistics (CMA CGM group) will buy the Turkish Borusan Lojistik

INFRASTRUCTURE

ESPO: The EU Parliament's Budget Committee's request for more funding for transport, energy and infrastructure is welcome

Brussels

The importance of financing TEN-T networks to enable their adaptation for both military and civilian dual-use purposes was highlighted

PORTS

Solidarity contribution for the families of port workers who are victims of accidents at work

Rome

It was established by the National Bilateral Port Authority

INDUSTRY

Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore Division Reports Record Quarterly Revenue

Neuilly-sur-Seine

New historical peak also for the classified fleet

PORTS

PSA reportedly considering selling its 20% stake in Hutchison Ports

Singapore

This is according to "Reuters", which had already floated this hypothesis at the end of 2022

CUSTOMS

Federagenti, Italy must give a sharp acceleration to the projects of ZES, free zones and Special Logistics Zones

Rome

Pessina: There is no space for reflections prey to bureaucracy

COMPANIES

RINA closes 2024 with revenues once again at a record level

Genoa

In the first quarter, turnover increased by +12% and new orders by +16%

MEETINGS

The fourth edition of the national conference "Interporti al centro" will be held on May 23rd

Rome

Organized by UIR, it is scheduled at the Interporto Rivers in Venice

LOGISTICS

In the UK, express delivery company Evri and DHL's e-commerce division merge

London

PORTS

Another 20 tractors coming for Contship Group's Hannibal

The Spice

They will be taken into delivery between the end of this year and the first months of 2026.

PORTS

In April, the port of Singapore handled over 3.6 million containers (+7.1%)

Singapore

In terms of weight, containerized traffic decreased by -2.5%

PORTS

Assagenti suggests the priorities that will have to be addressed by the next president of the port of Genoa

Genoa

SHIPPING

Danaos Corporation's Quarterly Revenues Steady

Athens

Net profit down -23.5%

PORTS

Cargo traffic in Montenegro ports stable in first quarter

Podgorica

Growth of +73.9% in volumes to and from Italy

MARITIME SERVICES

Prysmian inaugurates the new cable-laying vessel Prysmian Monna Lisa

Milan

Finnish plant producing high-voltage submarine cables expanded

PORTS

Second container terminal inaugurated at Cameroonian port of Kribi

Yaounde

It has a quay of 715 linear meters and a seabed depth of -16 meters

TRUCKING

Eurogate Intermodal has bought the Deisser trucking company

Hamburg/Stuttgart

The Stuttgart-based company specializes in the container segment

SHIPPING

Discount announced on transit fee for large container ships in Suez Canal

Ismailia

15% reduction for ships of at least 130,000 SCNT tons

LOGISTICS

The Simplified Logistics Zone of the Port and hinterland of La Spezia is ready to be made operational

Genoa/La Spezia

Regional councilor Piana made this known

LAW

Port of Genoa, the TAR for Lazio has annulled the Ignazio Messina-Terminal San Giorgio merger

Rome

Grimaldi Euromed's appeal accepted

SHIPYARDS

Fincantieri closes first quarter with record new orders

Trieste

Strong growth in revenue and EBITDA

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Stop, other Regions should follow Abruzzo's example by introducing the regional ferrobonus

Rome

LOGISTICS

The laying of the first pillar of the logistics park under construction in Tortona was celebrated

Tortona

The project is scheduled for completion in May 2026.

TRADE

The Customs Free Zone enclosed in Genoa as an opportunity to mitigate the impact of duties

Genoa

Spediporto highlights it

SHIPPING

Taiwan's Evergreen and Yang Ming saw revenue decline in April

Keelung/Taipei

Compatriot Wan Hai Lines' turnover grows

SHIPPING

In the first three months of 2025, RCL containerships transported 658,000 TEU (+8.9%)

Bangkok

Revenues up +37.6%

PORTS

The preparation process for the Port Regulatory Plan of Ancona has begun

Ancona

Preliminary verification of the Strategic Environmental Assessment has begun

SHIPPING

d'Amico International Shipping reports quarterly revenue and earnings decline

Luxembourg

Balestra di Mottola: We do not expect any impact on us from any port tariffs applied in the US for ships built in China

PORTS

Towards the final approval of the nomination of Francesco Benevolo as president of the port of Ravenna

Rome

The MIT has forwarded the proposal to the Transport Commission of the Chamber

SHIPPING

The decline in vehicle volumes transported by the Wallenius Wilhelmsen fleet continues

Lysaker

The first three months of 2025 were closed with revenues of 1.3 billion dollars (+3.4%)

PORTS

Shipping agents, customs agents and freight forwarders of La Spezia applaud Pisano's appointment

The Spice

For the presidency of the AdSP - they rejoice - "one of us" has been chosen

PORTS

MIT appoints Bruno Pisano as president of the AdSP of the Eastern Ligurian Sea

Rome

LOGISTICS

DHL Buys IDS Fulfillment

Westerville/Indianapolis

Strengthening the e-commerce segment

YACHTING

V.Ships created V.Yachts to provide its services to large yachts

London

It will be based in Monaco

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Mercitalia Rail transports scrap iron from Pomezia to steel mills in Northern Italy

Milan

SHIPPING

Finnlines revenues increased by +2.3% in the first quarter

Helsinki

The volumes transported by the fleet are increasing, with the exception of cars

PORTS

NYK to build third car terminal at Barcelona port

Barcelona

Work begins on the electrification of the MSC Crociere terminal

SAILING LIST

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	Arrival ports by:
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	-	country
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COMPANIES

The Verdane investment fund sells Danelec to the GTT group

Paris

Danish company develops technologies for digitalization of maritime transport

NEWS

Israeli forces attacked the port of Hodeyda

Jerusalem

IDF, measures taken to limit damage to ships

SHIPYARDS

Vard signs new contract with Dong Fang Offshore for OSCV vessel

Trieste

It will be delivered in the first quarter of 2028

MARITIME SERVICES

Collaboration protocol between the Federation of the Sea and WSense

Rome

Among the aims, to promote intelligent and sustainable management of marine resources

MEETINGS

A conference on maritime engineering works and climate change in Rome on Wednesday

Rome

It will be held at the Auditorium Fondazione MAXXI

PORTS

The 2024 general financial statement of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority has been approved

Trieste

It records a general administrative surplus of almost 283 million euros

INDUSTRY

Accelleron Industries Announces Further Investments in Italy

Baden

The aim is to strengthen technological leadership in fuel injection systems for the decarbonisation of the maritime sector.

LOGISTICS

UAE's AD Ports continues to invest in Egypt

Cairo/Abu Dhabi

Usufruct contract to develop and manage a logistics and industrial park near the port of Port Said

PORTS

The 2024 final budget of the Central Adriatic Sea Port System Authority has been approved

Ancona

Green light from the Management Committee

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

RFI, tender awarded for maintenance and telecommunications enhancement works

Rome

Program worth approximately 180 million euros

PORTS

Contract signed assigning CMA CGM the management of the container terminal at the port of Latakia

Damascus

Investments of 230 million euros expected in the first four years

PORTS

Rizzo appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Strait Port System Authority

Messina

LOGISTICS

DHL Group revenues increased by +2.8% in the first three months of 2025

Bonn

Net profit of 830 million euros (+3.9%)

PORTS

Purchase of area for new cruise terminal in Marghera completed

Venice

It is expected to become operational in the 2028 cruise season.

AVIATION

CMA CGM Completes Acquisition of Air Belgium

Marseille/Mont-Saint-Guibert

Mazaudier: Strengthen our air capacity with immediate effect

PORTS

In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in Albanian ports decreased by -1.8%

Tirana

Passengers also decreasing (-1.6%)

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In 2024, 94.4 million tonnes of goods were transported on the Austrian rail network (+2.2%)

Vienna

31.8% of the total volume was achieved on routes longer than 300 kilometres

PORTS

The final budget and the annual report 2024 of the AdSP of Sardinia have been approved

Cagliari

Pilot project for the unified issuing of port access permits for haulers

FREIGHT TERMINALS

Interporto Padova's 2024 financial statements unanimously approved

Padua

Revenues up +7.3%

PORTS

Redevelopment works underway at the agri-food hub of the port of Livorno

Leghorn

Works worth six million euros

SHIPPING

Bluferries is ready to put the new ro-pax Athena into service in the Strait of Messina

Messina

It can carry up to 22 trucks or 125 cars and 393 people

PORTS

Approved the financial statement for the financial year 2024 of the AdSP of the Ionian Sea

Taranto

424.8 million port works completed in the last decade

INDUSTRY

Kalmar reports lower quarterly revenue, higher new orders

Helsinki

In the first three months of 2025, net profit was 34.1 million euros (+2%)

PORTS

Antonio Ranieri is the new maritime director of Liguria

Genoa

He takes over from Admiral Piero Pellizzari who was discharged from the service upon reaching the age limit

INDUSTRY

In the first quarter of 2025, China's CIMC recorded a 12.7% increase in container sales

Hong Kong

Revenues grew by +11.0%

PORTS

Italian Ports:

Ancona

Genoa

Ravenna

Augusta

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

MEETINGS

The fourth edition of the national conference "Interporti al centro" will be held on May 23rd

Rome

Organized by UIR, it is scheduled at the Interporto Rivers in Venice

MEETINGS

A conference on maritime engineering works and climate change in Rome on Wednesday

Rome

It will be held at the Auditorium Fondazione MAXXI

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke

(Free Malaysia Today)

Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure

(The Romania Journal)

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

Autorità di Regolazione dei Trasporti

Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo

Roma, 18 settembre 2024

››› File

PORTS

Last year, the revenues of the Chinese group CMPort increased by +3.1%

Hong Kong

In the first three months of 2025, port terminals handled 36.4 million containers (+5.6%)

PORTS

The financial statements of the AdSP of Western Liguria and the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea have been approved

Genoa/Civitavecchia

INDUSTRY

Konecranes revenues increased by +7.7% in the first three months of 2025

Helsinki

343 million euros of new orders for port vehicles (+37.5%)

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel posts first quarter of growth

Schindellegi

The logistics group's net sales amounted to 6.33 billion Swiss francs (+14.9%)

PORTS

Application by TDT (Grimaldi group) for the construction and management of 50% of the Terminal Darsena Europa in Livorno

Leghorn

The company has requested an extension of the duration of the current concession

PORTS

In 2024, 58 million invested in the modernization of the ports of Livorno, Piombino and the island of Elba

Leghorn

The final budget and the annual report of the AdSP have been approved

PORTS

EIB advice to strengthen climate resilience of the ports of Volos, Alexandroupolis and Patras

Luxembourg

It will assist port authorities in identifying and managing climate risks

PORTS

In the first quarter the port of Valencia handled 1.3 million containers (+3.4%)

Valencia

Transhipment traffic decline

PORTS

The Management Committee of the Central Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has unanimously approved the 2024 financial statement

Naples

ASSOCIATIONS

SOS LOGistica will acquire the qualification of Third Sector Entity

Milan

The association currently has 74 members

PORTS

In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Barcelona and Algeciras decreased

Barcelona/Algeciras

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

Hupac transfers intermodal service with Padua to Novara

Noise

Until now the other terminal was the one in Busto Arsizio

PORTS

PSA SECH has operated the first 400-meter train at Parco Ferroviario Rugna

Genoa

Capacity up to 20 pairs of trains per day

PORTS

The 2024 financial statement of the Eastern Liguria Port Authority was unanimously approved

The Spice

PORTS

The war clearance preparatory to the expansion of the Ravano Terminal in La Spezia is nearing completion

The Spice

The AdSP has invested over 600 thousand euros in it

PORTS

Francesco Rizzo appointed president of the AdSP of the Strait

Rome

He has repeatedly denounced the uselessness of the construction of the bridge over the Strait

NEWS

US aircraft attack Yemeni port of Ras Isa

Tampa/Beirut

38 dead and over a hundred injured

COMPANIES

In 2025 Stazioni Marittime predicts an increase in ferry and cruise traffic in the port of Genoa

TRANSPORTATION

MIT Mobility Report Highlights Rising Demand for Both Passengers and Freight

Rome

PORTS

In the first quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports decreased by -5.6%

St. Petersburg

Both dry goods (-5.3%) and liquid bulk (-5.8%) are decreasing

ASSOCIATIONS

Andrea Giachero confirmed as president of Spediporto

Genoa

The board of directors of the association of Genoese freight forwarders has also been renewed for the three-year period 2025-2028

PORTS

Study for monitoring vehicular traffic in the ports of Venice and Chioggia

Milan

Order awarded to Circle and Arelogik

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