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BRIEFS

September 18, 2019

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Moody's downgrades Hong Kong outlook to 'negative' as protests go on Poor communication about blank sailings has shippers and forwarders up in arms IMO confident maritime industry will meet new low sulphur fuel regulations Port of Savannah's box handling capacity to be doubled to 11m TEU per annum Long Beach port's Clean Air Action Plan lowers diesel emissions by 87pc Westports expected to lift record 10m TEU this year Singapore, Japan, ReCAAP hold event to discuss ways to combat piracy Avianca Cargo flies perishable to Dallas Fort Worth twice weekly Richard Smith back at helm of FedEx Express' US, global operations LATAM Cargo transports two bears across Brazil

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Clarification of Sea Cargo Manifest Regulations Hamburg Süd expands e-commerce services Hapag-Lloyd offering online marine insurance Incoterms® 2020 launched Keeping customer convenience at the centre of container shipping Ship operating costs decline for seventh year in succession Vegetable oil imports up by 5 pc in Aug. H-Energy signs Port Service Agreement with Kakinada Seaports IMF sees India's GDP growth 'much weaker' due to corporate & environmental regulatory uncertainty Ministry of Commerce & Industry launches new export credit insurance scheme Steel Import Monitoring System launched

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Special transport for vintage cars Rail company pushes ahead with hybrid technology DHL Supply Chain picks a new CEO for major markets Iumi has mixed expectations for maritime insurance AO and Aldi sign three-year home delivery deal in UK Second B747F for first service to Europe Gefco moves from Getafe to Pinto IRU demands to safeguard the role of road transport The West of England P&I Club celebrates 50 years in Greece Ship operating costs continue to fall Files concerning Geneva airport open to public consultation Carlisle Companies appoints Mark C. Smith VP of supply chain U-Freight certified to screen air cargo in Hong Kong Joining forces against dangerous distractions ACI calls for an end to trade disputes "Curiosity of the Day" Imports drive throughput in the port of Virginia

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Failure to recoup increased low sulphur fuel costs could see lines blanking more sailings M&A radar: DSV & Panalpina combined - here is the 'air & sea regional management team' M&A radar exclusive: DSV Panalpina - ex-PAN board member Karl Weyeneth named as EVP global accounts OECD calls for reform of 'ineffective' maritime subsidies Air Canada Cargo's drone arm takes off with first commercial customer P&O launches Tilbury-Calais service to beat Dover congestion Forwarders save time and effort as AirBridgeCargo and Cargologicair join booking platform DHL Express to cut vans from roads as it develops Cubicyle for New York streets Seven key steps in building a logistics crisis communications plan WFS appoints Paul Carmody to head UK cargo operations M&A radar: DSV Panalpina - fear the boomerang effect on key accounts from top staff negotiations

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Wärtsilä 31SG pure gas engine makes marine market debut Wärtsilä has launched the Wärtsilä 31SG pure gas engine for marine market applications. It is based on its successful Wärtsilä 31 platform, the diesel version of which has been recognized by Guinness VIDEO: Keppel O&M and ABS integrate Smart Functions into rigs Classification society ABS has partnered with Keppel Offshore & Marine in developing the first two newbuild offshore drilling rigs with Smart notations. One, delivered earlier this year for work in offshore Mexico, American Queen in new Mississippi River water quality monitoring project A data-gathering nutrient sensor attached to the American Queen steamboat will, for the first time, allow scientists and cities to better understand the water quality along the entire length of the Mississippi U.S. Great Lakes ports busy despite falling grain exports U.S. Great Lakes ports had a busy August, shipping construction materials, road salt, aluminum and wind energy components. Despite these areas of strength, cargo volumes via the bi-national St. Lawrence Seaway (from VIDEO: Building the world's biggest Otto cycle engine WinGD (Winterthur Gas & Diesel) has released a time-lapse video of the build of a 12X92DF engine by CSSC-MES Diesel Co., Ltd. (CMD) in Lingang, Shanghai. Rated 63,840 kW at 80 rpm, Vigor kicks off construction of next-gen Army landing craft Vigor's recently acquired state-of-the-art aluminum fabrication facility in Vancouver, Wash., was the scene of a keel laying ceremony yesterday that marked the start of construction of the U.S. Army's next generation landing

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Government reluctance to attribute terror blame makes war risk clauses harder to interpret, IUMI told 'People in positions of authority don't want to commit to saying what happened, because that has diplomatic ramifications... No one... New European Commission must enable decarbonisation, but sustain shipping's competitiveness Ecsa's Martin Dorsman expects an even 'greener' commission and hopes for policies to enable the use of alternative fuels MPC Capital and Zeaborn combine boxship chartering outfits Two German owners announce merger of Harper Petersen and Contship to create a platform commercially managing a fleet of more... Tanker boost from IMO 2020 undone by fleet growth, says BIMCO Many new deliveries and a low number of demolitions add to crude fleet growth, which BIMCO expects will reach 5.3%... FONAR: The expensive tool shipowners should avoid 'If you are not prepared in advance, and using a FONAR without evidence, you will find yourself in a very... Hamburg Süd launches airline-style 'smart' box booking capability Maersk subsidiary trials instant booking service on selected trades Falling Rhine water levels trigger freight surcharges River connections between central Europe and Rotterdam under threat from falling water levels Maritime subsidies failing to achieve goals Tonnage tax and other flag incentives often contradict wider policy goals and should be reconsidered, says the International Transport Federation Vessel operating costs shrink for seventh year in a row The largest drop came from insurance, the report from the shipping accountant BDO finds Shanghai tops liner connectivity index World's largest port is also the best connected by container line services MPCC charters out two more scrubber-fitted feeders The feedership owner announced charters for six scrubber-fitted ships in 2018 Daily Briefing Free to read: Shipping shakes off short-term Saudi disruption but awaits detail on energy trade outlook \| Between Abqaiq and... Singapore bunker prices spike over Saudi supply jitters Brent prices moving up again on Tuesday has stoked expectations of advances in bunker prices for the second day in... Low LNG prices to stay until 2021, says study The liquefied natural gas market is only expected to rebalance after 2022, after which new export capacity is expected to... Tanker markets await word about time for repairs to Abqaiq Additional storage facilities in Egypt, Rotterdam and Okinawa may ease a short-term supply gap, but are not geared for any long-term... Anglo-Eastern joins with Exmar in LNG shipmanagement venture Exmar brings its niche expertise in the liquefied natural gas sector to create synergies that it claims will be a... Driving digital change Digital transformation projects should not be standalone efforts but should be an integral part of the whole business, says Hapag-Lloyd's... World trade growth will support rate rises in hull and cargo, IUMI is told 'A three-line tweet now can change all of the business plans you have put in place for five or ten...

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Trucking execs temper IMO 2020 diesel concerns Truckers bemoan AB 5 effect on California drayage Confidence in low-sulfur supply, shipper acceptance builds India's southeast terminals boost efficiency to grab share EC shipping block exemption critic expects renewal project44 ties digital tendering to TMS Forwarders urged to move beyond just freight selling

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Seaspan Shipyards brings on new chief financial officer Seaspan Shipyards has appointed a new top bean counter. The Mark Lamarre-led yard has brought on James Clarke, a senior finance professional with 15 years of accounting experience, as its new chief financial officer. He joins Seaspan from the Houston, Texas, office of SNC Lavalin, where he was the chief financial officer and senior vice president of finance for the oil and gas division with oper DryShips returns to red on dry-docking costs DryShips has revisited the loss side of the ledger, thanks primarily to millions of dollars in dry-docking costs for seven ships. The George Economou-led diversified owner posted a $12.7m loss for the second quarter versus a $3.25m profit for the same period last year. The bottom line was mostly impacted by a $26.1m spend on putting exhaust gas scrubbers and ballast water treatment systems on se VLCCs hold gains with IEA, China strategic reserves on watch Owners retain the upper hand but the fortune can quickly turn if China and the IEA tap into strategic reserves Pacific Basin Shipping buys two supras and two handys for $74m Three of the bulkers are vessels that Pacific Basin already has on long-term charter. Eagle amends possible share resale tied to $750m shelf listing Eagle Bulk has changed the number of shareholder units registered for possible resale as part of recording $750m in equity to fund fleet expansion and general business costs. The Gary Vogel-led bulker owner logged the multimillion-dollar shelf filing with the SEC in early August after acquiring six ultramaxes. As part of last month's filing, Eagle also recorded up to 50.7 million common shares f HFW partner warns owners against armed guards in the Middle East Gulf Richard Neylon said extra crew onboard vessels could be a better approach to vessel security. Shipping adapts to a rapidly evolving LNG market TradeWinds business focus explores how the modern face of the business is throwing up some burning questions. Product tankers diverted from Saudi Arabia amid new demand patterns Less demand for product tankers in Middle East, but potentially more in India and East Asia House committee looks into Elaine Chao and Foremost Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao is also accused of deprioritising programmes designed to aid the US-flag fleet UK government slammed for 'tone-deaf' slave ship tweet Historians queue up to have a pop at government campaign containing controversial images MPC Capital and Zeaborn form 160-plus boxship fleet German owners merging Harper Petersen and Contchart to unify commercial operations. IPO King James Christodoulou: Blink and you'll see him Peter G's right-hand man during the glory years at Genmar is getting a charge out of his new life in Miami Cargill and Maersk Tankers joint MR pool eyes further growth Partners' next move will be to grow the pool's 60-vessel fleet with other owners War of words: Shipbroker brings grandfather's diaries to life Shipbroker Charles Barne has turned his grandfather's diaries into a book. And what a book: meetings with Churchill, climbing the Pyramids, gin with Worcester sauce, all against the background of global conflict Master and owners charged over North Korea fuel transfers Group of six suspects facing criminal action in Taiwan Wilbur Ross yet to divest shipping fund stake US commerce secretary discloses remaining holding in Starboard Recovery Associates. Tankers International talks to owners as it plots dual pool growth New scrubber entity and US office ignite fresh discussion in a changing market Khamenei rules out talks with US after turbulent day in shipping The break-up of 2015's nuclear deal is purportedly the reason behind the recent strife in the region MPCC fixes first scrubber-fitted boxships German owner says eight vessels have secured contracts with a savings-sharing mechanism Saudi Aramco to delay Chinese crude loadings Saudi oil giant reportedly says October cargoes will be pushed back by 10 days following drone attacks. Bengal Tiger Line tees off on renewed growth under new private fund owner Feeder operator celebrates a year under new ownership with 30th annual golf tournament ADNOC buys into Vitol oil storage operation Abu Dhabi group takes 10% stake in trader's VTTI. TT Club reshapes business to keep pace with change Having celebrated its golden anniversary in June, the logistics insurer is looking ahead to an era of data-driven cover for integrated operators Fredriksen's best-kept secret Ship Finance International, now renamed SFL Corp, is the low-profile outpost of the tycoon's shipping empire that has always done things differently Poten sees LNG market oversupplied into 2020 and beyond LNG is transitioning from a Rolls Royce to Frankenstein's monster as it shift to more commoditised trading A matter of Principles: Poseidon rules the seas of change Carbon pollution has suddenly moved from being a problem to worry about tomorrow, to one shipowners are forced to tackle now. TW+ reports on how finance and politics have helped catalyse action Ernst Russ adds handymax and container duo German owner building fleet portfolio and takes over Elbfeeder joint venture. TSM deal gives Chinese owner half of all LPG-fuelled VLGCs on order Guangzhou owner adds three more vessels at Jiangnan Shipyard BDO: Shipping operating costs continue to decline Ironically, study found that the segment with the largest overall drop in 2018 was insurance Ta-Ho Maritime books bulker trio in Japan Taiwanese shipowner has until the end of September to decide if it wants optional vessel PSA plans to acquire 200 LNG-powered trucks Singapore terminal operator says switch to vehicles using alternative fuel part of decarbonisation plan LNG is 'best option' today for marine fuelling, says new study DNV GL reviews bunkering alternatives for industry coalition SEA\LNG as 2020 emissions deadline nears

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
At FedEx, the pain continues, and the gain isn't in sight FedEx posts lousy fiscal q1 results but insists that the long-term outlook remains bright FMCSA to consider addressing driver coercion in HOS regulations Topic once again dominates floor at FMCSA listening session. Small carriers expanding fleets as large carriers reduce tractor counts Smaller carriers are snatching up the big carrier's excess truck supply, even in a softer year. The reason is not obvious. Consolidation within European freight forwarding business continues The recent acquisition of freight forwarder and logistics specialist Panalpina by DSV marks one of the few M&A deals that have occurred in the market... Proposed Georgia, SC terminal operator agreement withdrawn Three marine terminal operators had approached the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission about forming a joint terminal services and stevedoring operation in the ports of Savannah... Innovation in global supply chains will be driven by consumer attitudes towards climate change For a long time supply chains have been regulated to the very distant background. That is changing, and I think it is faster than we... 'Moving forward, we will be building vehicles on top of computers' OEMs discuss the seemingly endless benefits that accrue from connected truck platforms. New tropical depression pumping up Texas flood risk More than 10 inches of rainfall could flood parts of Houston, Galveston through Wednesday, possibly Thursday. Short lines group celebrates Congressional support of tax credit The trade group has been lobbying Congress to make permanent a tax credit for infrastructure investments. Uber Freight, leveraging network density, introduces Bundles and expands Powerloop The drop trailer pool expands to Los Angeles while Bundles will be nationwide. Onfleet and Mi9 partner to optimize grocery e-commerce delivery software The U.S. grocery e-commerce market will be worth nearly $20 billion in 2019 and is the fastest-growing online purchasing category. Saudis say production 50% back, oil prices slide on possible quick end to crisis Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman at Tuesday press conference discussing status of country's oil industry. And just like that, the great Saudi oil... Freight Futures daily curve: 9/17 Trucking Freight Futures began the week Monday with mixed results. Understanding tactile data: the fulcrum of self-driving technology Autonomous vehicles would need to process both visual and non-visual data derived from their driving environment to be in control. Understanding data streams that flow... Kansas City Southern eyes energy opportunities in Mexico The railroad, which has dedicated operations in Mexico, has invested in capital infrastructure related to energy. Flood threat for Houston, Humberto eyeing Bermuda (forecast update) Several inches of rain could flood streets in Houston metro area through Wednesday. Coastal areas included. DOT chief target of ethics probe into maritime connections Chao's influence over budget cuts could also affect national security, lawmakers allege. Imaginnovate joins Blockchain in Transport Alliance The latest company to join the Blockchain in Transport Alliance (BiTA) is Imaginnovate, which is headquartered in Visakhapatnam, India. The company has strong roots in... Why you should care about the Logistics Managers' Index What is the Logistics Managers Index and why should you care? Anthony Smith explains: FedEx will not apply peak season parcel surcharges, saves the pain for the outsized stuff FedEx passes on peak season surcharges but will hit the outsized stiff hard. Rates also to rise for 2020 services. GM strike could hurt unionized auto haulers first The halt in vehicle production at General Motors [NYSE: GM] plants on Sept. 16 over a labor dispute is expected to have ripple effects throughout... Shopify launches U.S. CBD sales platform Canadian e-commerce firm allows merchants to sell CBD and other hemp products online and in brick-and-mortar stores. Mike Meier joins BlueGrace Logistics as SVP of Strategy Meier will work with Bobby Harris on developing and executing a long-term vision for BlueGrace. DSV expects buoyant consumer demand to keep global trading crisis at bay Danish logistics conglomerate DSV is now one of the world's leading forwarders after completing the acquisition of Panalpina in August. Today's Pickup: Technology deployment specialist Velociti enters construction market Technology deployment specialists Velociti have expanded into the construction markets, giving participants the same support and expertise over-the-road trucking companies have benefitted from since its... PORT REPORT: Port-rail connections needed to cope with freight volume growth Australia is linking its interior to its coasts and its export markets by building a giant railway to the main seaports. But someone forgot to... For TuSimple, the money spigot continues to flow The autonomous trucking company announces an additional $120 million in Series D investment.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Saudi crude outages pose quandary ahead of IMO 2020 IMO 2020 Tracker: Final US refinery work push begins ahead of January 1 deadline A heavy schedule of planned refinery maintenance is beginning in the United States as refiners look to ensure their plants are ready to make cleaner bunker fuel to meet the January 1 deadline set by the IMO, an analysis from S&P Global Platts showed. Saudi Arabia to restore 11 million b/d oil production capacity within two weeks: minister Saudi energy minister to update on oil attacks Tuesday Cargill to put up to 20 Medium Range tankers in Maersk pool In January, Japan's Asahi Tanker Co. and Mitsui OSK Lines formed an MR pool to cater to the demand in the East of Suez region, sources said. Middle East tension pushes Asian gasoil EFS to 42-week low, opens arbitrage window "The concern now is whether Saudi Arabia would be able to continue to export middle distillate to Europe this winter," a Singapore-based trader said. S Korea 380 CST bunker hits 4-year high on Saudi oil facility attacks One of the refiners has been selling more bunker fuel in the spot market, a South Korean trader said. OPEC calls for calm as impact of Saudi oil attack unfolds "There is no cause for alarm at the moment," OPEC Secretary General Mohammed Barkindo said. Iran seizes new tanker in Strait of Hormuz over alleged smuggling In a similar case in July, Iran detained the 1,899 dwt vessel MT Riah and its crew of 12 on suspicion of smuggling. Saudi oil attacks seen having muted impact on global LNG market The situation for Qatar, the major LNG player in the region, looks relatively unchanged, Mosis said.

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PORTS

In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia grew by +3.6%

Civitavecchia

In the first half of this year the total was 3.93 million tons (+1.5%)

PORTS

Last month the port of Singapore handled four million containers (+3.1%)

Singapore/Hong Kong

A 1.6% decline was recorded in the port of Hong Kong

COMPANIES

AP Moller Capital to acquire majority stake in Globex Investissement

Copenhagen/Casablanca

ACCIDENTS

Ship hit in the Strait of Hormuz

Southampton

Crew member of the "Minoan Dignity" dies

PORTS

Last month, freight traffic in the port of Barcelona decreased by -6.5%.

Barcelona

In July, 300,961 containers were handled (-13.2%)

COMPANIES

Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund offers to acquire 100% of AD Ports' capital.

Abu Dhabi

He currently owns a 75.42% stake

PORTS

In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of La Spezia grew by +2.0%

La Spezia

Cargo traffic in Tunisian ports is growing sharply

In the April-June quarter it was 7.4 million tons (+8.8%)

PORTS

The port of Koper reports a 5.6% decrease in quarterly freight traffic

Ljubljana

In June the decline was -18.9%

PORTS

Strait of Hormuz crisis has severe impact on DP World's financial and operating performance

Dubai

PORTS

Container traffic at CK Hutchison terminals fell by -1% in the first six months of 2026.

Hong Kong

Excluding operations in Panama, volumes increased by +5%

PORTS

In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Hamburg decreased by -3.1%.

Hamburg

Containers amounted to four million TEUs (-3.7%)

SHIPPING

HMM's revenues increased by 29.7% in the second quarter

Seoul

Net profit down, weighed down by lower financial income

SHIPPING

Evergreen's net profit grew by 43.9% in the April-June quarter.

Taipei

Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd benefit from the recovery of the container shipping market

SHIPPING

Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd benefit from the recovery of the container shipping market

Copenhagen/Hamburg

The Danish company reports better quarterly performance than its German partner in Gemini Cooperation

PORTS

Freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado remained stable in the second quarter

Genoa

Passenger numbers drop at both ports

SHIPPING

In the second quarter, Yang Ming recorded a net profit growth of +610.7%.

Keelung

Revenues stable in the first half of 2026

ACCIDENTS

Two ships attacked in the Gulf of Oman and off the coast of Yemen

Southampton

A container ship was reportedly hit by an American helicopter

SHIPPING

The Northern Sea Route is not at all competitive with the sea route through Suez

Basel

Study by two researchers from Mokpo National Maritime University

SHIPYARDS

The auction on August 28 is expected to confirm Rheinmetall-MSC's interest in the Romanian Mangalia shipyard.

Bucharest

In the second quarter, vessel traffic in the Panama Canal grew by +9.6%, but decreased significantly in June

SHIPPING

In the second quarter, vessel traffic in the Panama Canal grew by +9.6%, but decreased significantly in June

Panama/Balboa

The ACP introduces new limitations on vessel draft and does not exclude reductions in the daily number of transits.

CRUISES

Contract with Fincantieri for the construction of a third cruise ship for Crystal is now in force

Monaco/Miami

Delivery is scheduled for 2034

ACCIDENTS

More explosions in the Strait of Hormuz area

Southampton/Tehran

Iran-Oman negotiations continue, but reopening to ship transit still seems a long way off.

SHIPPING

Shipping associations reiterate their opposition to mandatory tolls and tariffs for transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

ACCIDENTS

Two ships attacked in the Red Sea

Southampton/San'a'/New Delhi

Indian vessel "Faize Noore Oliya" sunk, Houthis claim attack on "NCC Wafa"

LOGISTICS

Prologis makes $18.8 billion offer to buy Segro

San Francisco

The combination will create a European giant in the ownership and management of logistics properties

SHIPPING

In the April-June quarter, ONE recorded an improvement in financial performance

Singapore

During the period the fleet transported almost 3.3 million containers (+2.9%)

CRUISES

Global Port Holdings' revenues grew by 27% in the first half of this year.

Istanbul

Gross operating margin up 22%

In the second quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.5%

SHIPPING

In the second quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.5%

Cairo

In the first half of 2026, growth was +14.0%

SHIPPING

In the second quarter of 2026, the Bosphorus Strait was crossed by 10,082 ships (+0.5%)

Ankara

In the first half of the year, naval traffic decreased by -0.5%

PORTS

A report by the French National Assembly notes the competitive decline of the state's port ecosystem.

Paris

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In the first half of 2026, FS's freight transport segment recorded a -2.7% drop in operating revenues

Rome

Traffic volumes amounted to approximately 8.8 billion tonne-km (-7.3%)

PORTS

The EU ETS Observatory confirms that the emissions trading system is having a negative impact on EU ports.

Madrid

The proposed corrections are the broadening of the criteria for the designation of neighbouring container transhipment ports and a percentage reduction factor applied to the volume of CO2 emissions from ships.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' revenues increased by 4.9% in the second quarter of 2026.

CRUISES

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' revenues increased by 4.9% in the second quarter of 2026.

Miami

New historical record of passengers embarking on the fleet's ships

SHIPYARDS

Fincantieri's half-year revenues remain stable

Trieste

Net profit increased by 191.4%. New orders fell by 58.5%.

PORTS

In the second quarter, freight traffic in Albanian ports grew by +8.9%

Tirana

SHIPPING

The US think tank Open Markets Institute proposes the establishment of a public container shipping company

Washington

Rao: Today the United States depends on a cartel of six foreign shipping companies

CRUISES

Royal Caribbean reports record revenue for the April-June quarter

Miami

New all-time peak in turnover in the first half of 2026

SHIPPING

In the second quarter, CMA CGM group revenues increased by +19.2%

Marseille/New York/Los Angeles

United Ports Joint Venture with Stonepeak Completed

PORTS

PortXchange: To immediately reduce shipping emissions, we need to focus on ports.

Rotterdam

PORTS

In the port of Trieste, bulk cargo is increasing and miscellaneous goods are decreasing.

Trieste

In the first six months of 2026, traffic in Monfalcone dropped by 24.9%.

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Fermerci, freight train transport production in Italy could fall to 2015 levels this year.

Rome

Map: We are faced with data that exceeds all expectations.

SHIPYARDS

Indian government approves $7.2 billion in aid for domestic shipbuilding

New Delhi

Strategy adopted today to revitalize the sector

SHIPYARDS

Two Indian shipyards included in the new EU list of ship recycling facilities proposed by the Commission

Brussels/Washington

Satisfaction of ECSA and World Shipping Council

SHIPYARDS

Hyundai and Siemens sign agreement for AI-powered shipbuilding

Washington

The goal is an autonomous manufacturing system in which all processes, including design, production, logistics, inspection and testing, are digitally connected.

ACCIDENTS

African Union condemns attacks on tankers in Red Sea claimed by Houthis

Addis Ababa

Youssouf: The security of Red Sea shipping lanes is of vital strategic importance for Africa

CRUISES

In Genoa, Fincantieri delivered the new cruise ship Explora III to Explora Journeys.

Genoa

"Explora IV" and "Explora V" will follow in 2027 and "Explora VI" in 2028.

PORTS

In the second quarter of 2019, bulk cargo volumes increased while general cargo volumes decreased.

Rotterdam

In the first half of 2026, 212.0 million tonnes of goods were moved (+0.4%)

PORTS

In the second quarter, Spanish ports handled 144.8 million tonnes of goods (+2.9%)

Madrid

Record for conventional goods and containers (in TEU)

COMPETITION

The EU Commission opens an in-depth investigation into the Saipem-Subsea7 merger.

Brussels

Brussels considers the effects of the operation to be particularly critical, especially in the SURF market.

FREIGHT TERMINALS

Medlog (MSC Group) acquires a stake in Interporto Bologna

Bologna

Caliandro: Industrial development that will allow us to achieve our rail freight traffic objectives

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

The Barcelona Port Authority will acquire 40% of Terminal Intermodal de Navarra.

Barcelona

The remaining 60% of the capital will remain with Hutchison Ports Best

In the first half of this year, Chinese seaports handled 5.87 billion tons of cargo (+3.0%).

PORTS

In the first half of this year, Chinese seaports handled 5.87 billion tons of cargo (+3.0%).

Beijing

New historical records for half-yearly and quarterly container traffic

PORTS

Ports of Italy: The issue of competences divides the reform.

Rome

At the Confitarma conference, Rixi defends the new national control room, while experts and operators ask for clarity on the relationships with the AdSPs and on the resources of the new company.

LEGISLATION

The maritime sector is divided between cautious support and criticism over the EU ETS review.

Brussels/Washington/
Copenhagen/Piraeus/Rotterdam

ACCIDENTS

Yet another attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz

Southampton

A tanker was hit and abandoned by the crew.

SHIPPING

ECSA considers the proposed revision of the EU ETS to be a first step, but many others should follow.

Brussels

Raptis: It's a good idea to allocate system revenues at EU and national levels to support sustainable fuels.

PORTS

ESPO: No to lowering the EU ETS application threshold from 5,000 to 400 GRT vessels.

Brussels

Appreciation for measures aimed at reducing evasive ship calls

TRANSPORTATION

T&E welcomes some new proposals from Brussels for the EU maritime ETS

Brussels

The association is more critical of the measures studied by the EU Commission for the aviation sector

SHIPPING

For Assarmatori, the Commission's proposal on the EU ETS is timid, while more courageous measures were expected

Brussels

TRANSPORTATION

EU Maritime ETS: The European Commission partially accepts shipowners' requests.

Brussels

A new €110 million fund for clean fuels, non-permanent exemptions extended to 2035, an IMO deduction mechanism, and crackdowns on "evasive" transshipment ports.

ACCIDENTS

Another ship was hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz

Southampton/Tampa

US Marines conducted an inspection aboard a sanctioned oil tanker

PORTS

Port of Gioia Tauro: First connection of a large container ship to the cold ironing system

Gioia Tauro

The ship "MSC Mirja" powered with a total power of approximately seven MW

PORTS

In the second quarter of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2%.

Antwerp

Dry bulk volumes recovered and rolling stock increased. Other sectors declined.

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports sets new quarterly and half-year container traffic records

Hong Kong

ACCIDENTS

US forces struck the VLCC Belma sailing towards Iran's Kharg Island.

Tampa

It is operated by the Emirati Max Maritime Solutions which is subject to US sanctions

PORTS

In May, freight traffic in the port of Genoa was stable, while in Savona-Vado it decreased

Genoa

In the first five months of 2026, containers amounted to 1,199,914 TEUs (-2.8%), of which 999,228 (-1.4%) and 200,686 (-9.2%) were handled by the two ports respectively.

CRUISES

Turkey's GIH acquires Royal Caribbean's stakes in Kusadasi and Lisbon cruise terminals

Istanbul

Shareholdings rose to 99.99% and 60% respectively

PORTS

In the first half of the year, Russian ports handled 451.5 million tons of cargo (+5.8%)

St. Petersburg

Record traffic in the second quarter

PORTS

Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach dropped 1.7% in July.

Long Beach

In the first seven months of this year, total traffic was 5,758,086 TEUs (+1.2%)

SHIPPING

In the second quarter, RCL recorded an increase in revenues that was outweighed by the increase in operating costs

Bangkok

Net profit down 1.1%

SHIPPING

Danish DFDS's quarterly financial performance improves

Copenhagen

In the April-June quarter, rolling stock transported by the fleet increased by 1.1%. Passengers decreased by 8.9%.

PORTS

Container traffic at HHLA terminals decreased by -8.0% in the second quarter

Hamburg

Revenues increased by 2.5%. Operating costs increased by 5.7%.

COMPANIES

Costa Cruises announces change of management for the Americas region.

Genoa

Jorge Serrano Martín de Vidales will replace Dario Rustico

PORTS

The Livorno Port Authority creates an internal task force for the Darsena Europa project.

Livorno

The aim is to ensure a unified coordination with the commissioner structure that follows the project

INDUSTRY

MSC installs Jotun's proactive hull cleaning system on MSC Daniela

Sandefjord

Combines advanced antifouling technology with robotic inspection and cleaning

SHIPPING

Wan Hai Lines reports a 965.6% increase in quarterly profit

Taipei

The company orders six new 11,000 TEU containerships

PORTS

In the second quarter, cargo traffic in Montenegrin ports decreased by -5.8%

Podgorica

Cargoes to and from Italy dropped by -40.6%

SHIPPING

The Grimaldi Group has taken delivery of the Grande Pacifico

Naples

The vessel is the first of five new sister PCTCs with a capacity of 9,800 ceu

COMPANIES

In 2025, the Fratelli Cosulich group's revenues amounted to 1.9 billion euros (-11.5%)

Genoa

Net profit of 20.0 million euros (-3.0%)

MOURNING

Maurizio Longo, Secretary General of Trasportounito, has passed away.

Rome

He passed away in Rome after a long illness.

PORTS

Terminal Investment Limited abandons Tercat acquisition

Brussels

It provided for joint control of the Barcelona terminal with Hutchison Ports

PORTS

Work has been completed to activate cold ironing at the Porto Corsini cruise terminal in Ravenna.

Ravenna

PORTS

Acceleration of the redevelopment process for the former CIVAM area in the port of Vibo Valentia Marina

Vibo Valentia

The area will be transformed into new yards for commercial logistics

COMPANIES

Maersk Group sells Maersk Training and Maersk H2S Safety Services

Copenhagen

They will be sold to the US Open Gate Capital, specialized in industrial carve-out operations

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

	Departure ports
	Arrival ports by:
	-	alphabetical order
	-	country
	-	geographical areas

PORTS

In the April-June quarter, the port of Venice handled 6.3 million tons of goods (-1.2%)

Venice

Cruise passengers down by -15.3%

PORTS

In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna recorded a sharp increase of +10.9%

Ravenna

In the first six months of 2026 the increase was +5.9%

LOGISTICS

DP World acquires six GXO logistics sites in the UK

Dubai

186,000 square meters and 2,000 employees change hands: this is the transfer imposed by the British Antitrust for the acquisition of Wincanton

LOGISTICS

DHL soars in the second quarter, but not everywhere

Bonn

Revenue and EBIT in double digits. Express performed well, while Supply Chain and Post & Parcel Germany fared less well.

SHIPPING

Global Ship Lease reports record quarterly and half-year revenues

Athens

Rising costs impact profits

PORTS

DP World to build temperature-controlled logistics hub in the port of Antwerp

Dubai/Kallo

SHIPPING

GNV will activate a third maritime service to Algeria on Saturday

Genoa

The Civitavecchia-Annaba line will complement the existing routes from Sète to Algiers and Bejaia.

SHIPPING

Danaos Corporation reports quarterly revenue growth of 4.7%.

Athens

The containership segment remains stable. Bulk carriers continue to contribute.

ACCIDENTS

A bulk carrier hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz

Southampton/London

One crew member is reportedly missing.

PORTS

This year, 800,000 cruise passengers are expected in Messina.

Messina

Passengers make a direct expenditure of almost 16 million euros in the city

PORTS

Container traffic at the Port of New York grew by 1.6% in the second quarter

New York

In the first six months of 2026, 4.43 million TEUs were handled (+0.2%)

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

HZ Cargo and Railtrans form joint venture for intermodal transport

Zagreb

The aim is to activate a traffic of over 500 thousand tons between the ports of Croatia and the markets of Central Europe.

PORTS

ICTSI posts record net income of $363 million (+24.2%) in the second quarter

Manila

ACCIDENTS

Another GasLog vessel hit while leaving the Persian Gulf

Piraeus/Southampton

Damage to the engine room

SHIPPING

Finnlines reports record quarterly revenues

Helsinki

In the April-June period, net profit was 42.9 million euros (+64.7%)

COMPANIES

Spinelli Group approves 2025 sustainability report

Genoa

Production value grew by 5%. New hires increased by 48%.

PORTS

Fabrizio Marilli will be the new secretary general of the Central Adriatic Sea Port Authority.

Ancona

The Management Committee has approved the institution's budget adjustment

PORTS

The Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has adopted the 2026-2028 Port Plan.

Genoa

Projections for 2028 indicate an increase of approximately 150 employees in the ports of the system

PORTS

The Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority has approved the budget adjustment change.

Gioia Tauro

It records higher revenues and higher expenses of 1.69 million euros

EDUCATION

One and a half million euros for training in Tuscan ports

Livorno

The Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority has presented its 2026-2028 training plan.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

Terminali Italia will manage the Orte intermodal terminal starting next year.

Rome

It has approximately 96,000 square meters of yards and three tracks

TRANSPORTATION

Italy and Tunisia sign a collaboration agreement in the transport and logistics sector

Rome

ACCIDENTS

Another Saudi-owned Bahri ship attacked by Houthis in the Red Sea

Southampton/Sana'a/Riyadh

Yemeni militants' spokesman claimed responsibility for the attack on the chemical tanker "NCC Ghazal"

INFRASTRUCTURE

The final breakthrough of the two main tunnels of the Brenner Base Tunnel was achieved today.

Bolzano

The two construction sites are connected approximately 1,400 meters below the Brenner Pass

LOGISTICS

UPS revenues increased 7.6% in the second quarter

Atlanta

Net profit amounted to $604 million (-52.9%)

LOGISTICS

In 2025, the revenues of the Italian logistics company Nord Ovest grew by +13.6%

Wedge

Net profit down 8.3%

PORTS

Quarterly freight traffic increased at the ports of Algeciras and Barcelona. Valencia saw a decline.

Algeciras/Barcelona/
Valencia

Increase in containers at the Catalan port

COMPANIES

Fincantieri signs agreement with NextGeo's reinvesting partners

Trieste

The operation is part of the development strategy in the diving segment

PORTS

The update to the DPSS of the ports of Sardinia has been adopted.

Cagliari

Resolution of the Management Committee of the Port System Authority

PORTS

ICTSI acquires the ATU12 and ATU18 bulk terminals at the Brazilian port of Aratu.

Sao Paulo/Manila

They will be sold by SIMPAR for approximately 355 million dollars

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports decline in quarterly financial performance as orders increase

Helsinki

The value of orders relating to port equipment grew by +17%

PORTS

Fourteen regions are in favor and five are against the bill on port governance reform.

Rome

Rixi: Let's now continue the institutional process with the aim of achieving a balanced reform.

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel's net sales increased by 8% in the second quarter.

Schindellegi

Performance improved markedly in the air freight segment

ASSOCIATIONS

Assagenti's management team has been renewed.

Genoa

The composition of the executive committee and the chairmen of the commissions

PORTS

DP World signs preliminary agreement to build two terminals at Fujairah Port

Dubai

FREIGHT TERMINALS

VIO - Vado Ligure Interport Board of Directors Renewed

Genoa

Pierangelo Olivieri has been appointed president

INDUSTRY

Kalmar's turnover increased by 14% in the second quarter

Helsinki

New orders value stable

OFFSHORE

Saipem wins new offshore drilling contract off Ivory Coast

Milan

It was awarded by Eni Côte d'Ivoire

LOGISTICS

DSV's quarterly performance continues to grow, boosted by the Schenker acquisition.

Hedehusene

Net profit of DKK 2.6 billion (+11.5%) was recorded in the April-June period of 2026.

ASSOCIATIONS

Falteri (Federlogistica) has been co-opted into the Board of the European Logistics Association

Genoa

International collaboration protocol on integrated logistics with ACLI Terra

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 conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will be held in Genoa on July 1st.

Genoa

It is organized by the Casa America ETS Foundation and the Western Liguria Port Authority

MEETINGS

The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.

Rome

Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

Empire buys back: After Tata, Adani can rewrite India's colonial past

(The Economic Times)

Govt does not interfere in port management appointments - Loke

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

SHIPPING

GCC urges international community to protect maritime transport against Houthi threats

Riyadh

Reaction to the announcement of a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia

EDUCATION

Fincantieri signs agreement in Qatar for operational management of the Training and Simulation Centre.

Trieste

The center is intended for the training of naval personnel of the Qatari Navy.

NEWS

Over 770 kilos of cocaine seized at the port of Vado Ligure

Savona

Once released on the market, the drug would have ensured criminal organizations profits of 250 million euros.

INDUSTRY

Wärtsilä records sharp increase in new order value in second quarter

Helsinki

Net turnover decreased by -2%

SHIPPING

Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build six 13,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships

Keelung

Contract valued at over $1.2 billion

ACCIDENTS

The toll of attacks on ships in the Black Sea worsens

Odessa

Ten dead on board a ship leaving the port of Odessa

ACCIDENTS

Today a new attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz

Southampton

The product tanker Kavomaleas of the Greek company Dynacom Tankers Management caught fire

SHIPPING

Confitarma disappointed by the Commission's proposal to revise the EU ETS

Rome

Zanetti: The notable absentee is the competitiveness of the Italian and European shipping industry.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

ALIS: Commission's proposals on the EU ETS are positive, but serious issues remain.

Rome

PORTS

MIT adopts cold ironing guidelines

Rome

The aim is to ensure clear, uniform and transparent criteria for all Port System Authorities.

CRUISES

In the first half of the year, cruise traffic at GPH port terminals grew by +10.1%

Istanbul

In the second quarter alone the increase was +2.8%

PORTS

Western Liguria Port Authority approves 2026 budget update

Genoa

PORTS

Assiterminal clarifies its doubts about the responsibilities assigned to Porti d'Italia Spa.

Genoa

INDUSTRY

ABB buys British Rotork

Zurich/London

The Bath-based company specializes in flow control and industrial automation.

PORTS

Central Adriatic Port Authority refinances €100 million from the Infrastructure Decree

Ancona

The funds concern seven strategic interventions of the port system

PORTS

Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles increased by 3.4% in the first half of 2026.

Los Angeles

In the second quarter, growth was +11.5%

SEAFARERS

IMO and ITF call for an end to attacks on seafarers and transport workers

London

Resurgence of incidents in the Black Sea, Sea of Azov and the Strait of Hormuz region

PORTS

Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 0.2% in the second quarter of 2026.

Hong Kong

An increase of +6.5% was recorded in June

PORTS

Uiltrasporti is strongly opposed to the establishment of Porti d'Italia Spa

Rome

Verzari and Gulli: the AdSPs must be coordinated by a public body that can protect port workers

PORTS

CMPort sets new monthly, quarterly and half-yearly container traffic records

Hong Kong

In the first half of 2026, 78.3 million were moved (+4.6%)

PORTS

In the first half of this year, the port of Singapore handled 22.7 million containers (+4.7%)

Singapore

Historic record for half-year bunker sales

PORTS

Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 10.3% in the second quarter.

Long Beach

Growth of +1.7% was recorded in the first half of 2026

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

The new board of directors of Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane has been appointed.

Rome

Tommaso Tanzilli confirmed as president. Gianpiero Strisciuglio is the new CEO.

PORTS

Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for completion of dredging activities

Gioia Tauro

The expected duration of the contract is 60 days

PORTS

In the first half of 2026, cargo traffic in Turkish ports was 279.1 million tonnes (+1.5%)

Ankara

Cargoes with Italy alone amounted to 23.4 million tons (-2.5%)

SHIPYARDS

The first steel cutting of the Carnival Destiny cruise ship.

Monfalcone

Fincantieri and Carnival celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of their collaboration

PORTS

NatPower Marine acquires Aqua superPower to accelerate the electrification of ports and marinas

Monk

It operates the largest international network of electric charging points in Europe.

LOGISTICS

European Logistics Observatory established

Brussels

The aim is to strengthen the competitiveness, resilience and sustainability of European logistics.

INDUSTRY

Agreement reached at Mimit with JSW to relaunch the Piombino steelworks

Rome/Livorno

Gariglio: Strengthening integration between port docks and industrial areas

SHIPYARDS

Agreement between Fincantieri and the Croatian shipyards Brodotrogir Cruise and Iskra Shipyard

Trieste

Initiative within the framework of the two-corvette program promoted by the Croatian Ministry of Defence

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