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September 19, 2019
Sched Netweb site
  • 'Huge jump' in larger ship calls to US East coast ports: report
  • Business leaders upbeat on shipping's future, but message is 'go digital'
  • Sale of LB Container Terminal to Macquarie Group gets official go-ahead
  • US Maritime Administration inaugurates cargo preference training courses
  • Project completed to upgrade Belarus' Brest North railway container terminal
  • Sino-Russian Financial Cooperation Roundtable in Vladivostok enhances ties
  • African dredging industry to flourish along coastal areas
  • U-Freight Hong Kong's logistics hub achieves air cargo screening accreditation
  • Schiphol's capacity shortage could end Kalitta Air's service to Dutch hub
  • Amazon takes up 500,000sq ft of space in fulfilment centre in urban Seattle

Exim Indiaweb site
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
  • Baltic Exchange launches new ship operating expenses assessment
  • BCBA holds 34th annual general body meeting
  • MANSA holds AGM & Star Awards in Mumbai
  • MOL's integrated report for 2019 elaborates on the Group's current status & future vision
  • Mahindra Logistics to strengthen Asian Paints' supply chain in eastern India
  • National Logistics Policy to be released soon, says Minister
  • 44 Congressmen urge Trump administration to reinstate GSP for India as part of a potential trade deal
  • Incentives to leather sector to boost exports under consideration
  • Ajit Shah visits China as part of trade delegation
  • MALA 2019, the 10th edition, all set to captivate the fraternity tomorrow
  • US President delays proposed increase in import tariffs on Chinese goods by 15 days
  • WCO underlines Customs' role during WTO discussions on e-commerce

International Transport Journalweb site
  • New intermodal service into Swedish industrial heartland
  • UK network launches nationwide driver drive
  • Ceva Logistics and Helibras renew their partnership
  • WFS appoints Paul Carmody managing director - UK cargo
  • Spanish ports steer a steady course
  • Canberra airport shares freight opportunities
  • Emirates Skycargo forms fresh partnership
  • 150 new flat cars for timber transport
  • DP DHL Group extends Thomas Ogilvie's contract
  • UPS cooperates with Hub Box
  • Ports of Georgia take stock
  • Only road haulage achieves a significant increase
  • Ayme-Yahil seeks out new challenges
  • More money for a deeper Jaxport
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Mapletree Logistics Trust acquires warehouse in Australia
  • Federal funds for Montreal Mirabel logistics business

The Loadstarweb site
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
  • FedEx reacts slowly to weakened global trade as TNT integration takes its toll on Q1
  • Despite some positive trends in air cargo, it will be an 'unpredictable' fourth quarter
  • DNV/GL predicts shipping industry will miss IMO 2050 CO2 reduction targets unless drastic action is taken
  • Global container fleet breaches 23m teu as new ULCVs hit the water - and market softens
  • Innovation is the only way to keep Amazon at bay, says DHL
  • Congress investigates secretary of transportation Elaine Chao over possible conflicts of interest
  • M&A radar: DSV Panalpina - two more prominent PAN heads 'fired' as DSV's superior model prevails
  • On the wires: FedEx fundamentals on the slide, debt used to shore up cash balances...
  • Cargo plane carrying four missing in eastern Indonesia
  • Supply chain radar: Schenker rumoured to have approached CMA CGM 'for parts' of the group
  • M&A radar: DSV & Panalpina combined - here is the 'air & sea regional management team'

Marine Logweb site
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
  • Meyer Werft delays delivery of Costa Smeralda
    Carnival Corporation's Costa Cruises brand has pushed back its inaugural program of Mediterranean cruises on its first LNG-fueled cruise ship, Costa Smeralda, due to construction delays at the Meyer Turku shipyard in
  • BAE San Diego will tandem drydock two destroyers
    BAE Systems has been awarded $170.7 million in contracts from the U.S. Navy to perform simultaneous maintenance and repair on two Arleigh Burke-class (DDG 51) guided-missile destroyers in its San Diego shipyard.
  • Incat Crowther designed Flex Ferry 33X delivered to South Africa
    Incat Crowther reports that the first Flex Ferry developed in conjunction with Singapore's Penguin Shipyard has now been delivered to South Africa, where it will be operated by the Robben Island Museum.
  • German consortium to build zero-emission push boat
    Construction is to start next month on what Berlin, Germany, based port and logistics specialist BEHALA says will be the world's first zero-emission push boat. The energy supply on the almost 20
  • NSF picks operator for third Regional Class Research Vessel
    A consortium co-led by the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) and the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) has been awarded a four-year National Science Foundation (NSF) cooperative agreement to operate the third

Lloyd's Listweb site
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
  • 2020 sulphur cap to accelerate engine damage insurance claims
    Marine insurers and underwriters cite the lack of specifications for blends of very low sulphur fuel oil
  • Marine insurers investigate scrubber incidents amid risk-elevation concerns
    IUMI conference in Toronto hears of 'catastrophic' engine room fire during a scrubber installation
  • No need for emergency oil supply, but security is a concern, IEA chief warns
    Fatih Birol said the world is well supplied and is confident Saudi Arabia will meet its commitment to restore full...
  • Shipowners urge universal 2020 enforcement
    Industry bodies insist that global enforcement is required to avert an uneven playing field. 'We urge any country considering deviation...
  • BIMCO expects capesizes to remain profitable for the rest of 2019
    Capesize fleet growth has been under 3% since February, indicating that, for the time being, the supply side is under...
  • Cargo insurance rates unsustainable despite premium growth, says IUMI's Dalton
    'Underwriting the exposures means pricing your exposures to a risk-adequate level, and the results would indicate this hasn't happened on...
  • Tanker boarded and robbed off Guinea
    Robbers carrying guns and knives boarded the chemical and oil tanker Ance and locked crew members in the cabins before...
  • Igor Tonkovidov to take over from Sergey Frank at Sovcomflot
    Frank will become chairman, with Tonkovidov set to become chief executive after seven years as vice-president and chief operating officer
  • Terminal upgrade to boost northern ro-ro services
    The advent of a new series of larger ro-pax vessels has led to a $20m terminal investment by Peel Ports
  • No sign of gloom lifting for container sector
    Overcapacity and higher costs from IMO 2020 rules are putting the box market recovery on hold
  • World Shipping Council joins calls for alternative fuel research
    Fuel levy proposed to support funding of IMO-led future fuels research and development
  • Woodside and Uniper seal 13-year LNG supply deal
    Uniper expected to use the supply to boost its LNG trading business in the Atlantic and Pacific basins and expand...
  • Daily Briefing
    Free to read: ECSA sets out the European shipping agenda | Why maritime subsidies don't work | 2020 tanker upside...
  • VLGC rates firm up amid Saudi supply worries
    A number of shipments have been cancelled and many have deferred loadings as Saudi Arabia announced acceptances later than expected...
  • OOIL appoints Wang as chief executive
    Wang was elevated to the top management as a vice-president of Cosco Shipping in February, and became the vice-chairman of...
  • Pelita Samudera Shipping adds to fleet with handysize from IMC
    The company has expanded aggressively in the past year, boosting capacity almost eightfold to 234,000 dwt from just 31,000 dwt...
  • Shandong Shipping and ICBC Leasing team up on $600m newbuild projects
    Shandong Shipping has been quickly expanding its fleet over the past one year, with orders for 10 kamsarmaxes made earlier...
  • DryShips posts second-quarter net loss
    DryShips expects to upgrade more vessels during the rest of the year and in 2020, incurring an estimated 843 off-hire...
  • Avoiding the pitfalls of digitalisation
    Customer service should not be overlooked in the rush to digitalise and can come back to haunt companies if sufficient...
  • Pacific Basin to buy four bulkers in cash-and-shares deal
    The purchase of the two handysize and two supramax bulkers amounts to $73.84m, Hong Kong-based company says

The Journal of Commerceweb site
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
  • Shea, Lytle honored at Connie ceremonies
  • No easy fix for chassis conundrum: speakers
  • FedEx Freight profit up 10 percent; LTL shipments 'settle'
  • Port automation threatens US West Coast labor peace
  • No-deal Brexit fears spur search for short-sea options
  • Lineage Logistics adds cold-storage space in Europe
  • Container lines: Mandatory slow-steaming would hurt more than help
  • E-commerce pushes ODFL to expand LTL terminal network

TradeWindsweb site
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
  • Maritime bodies urge IMO 2020 enforcement
    Four major maritime organisations are calling for strict enforcement of pending IMO 2020 rules to ensure a level playing field across the entire industry. The World Shipping Council, Bimco, the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and International Parcel Tankers Association (IPTA) urge full compliance. At that time, the sulphur content for bunker burnt by all ships will be limited to 0
  • Frontline sticks to 10 Trafigura tankers
    Frontline will keep to buying 10 tankers from Trafigura Marine Logistics, declining options to buy four more from the subsidiary of Singaporean trader Trafigura. John Fredriksen's Frontline last month agreed to buy 10 suezmaxes built this year for 16.1 million common shares at $8 each and a cash amount ranging from $538m to $547m. Frontline declined an extended option to buy two more suezmaxes b
  • Investors keen on Euronav, but scrubbers could still factor
    Euronav disclosed it's IMO 2020 plans, and its share price shot up - but it still trades lower than Frontline
  • Authorities develop plan to remove fuel from Golden Ray
    The salvage team for a car carrier capsized off Georgia is working on a strategy to remove all of the ship's fuel and oil as the first step to a complex, possibly months-long operation. The Hyundai Glovis-owned 7,700-ceu Golden Ray (built 2017) turned on its side on 8 September while carrying about 4,000 cars in St. Simons Sound. A "Unified Command" group of local, state and federal authorities
  • Classification societies 'must keep pace with impact of change on safety'
    Digitalisation and decarbonisation have profound implications, says ABS boss
  • Tanker owners reap short-term gains as Saudi storm blows over
    VLCC owners get rate hikes from supply disruption while resumption of normal Saudi supply would help avoid bearish effects for longer run
  • Shell, Qatar team up on expanding LNG infrastructure
    Shell Gas & Power Developments and Qatar Petroleum's Wave LNG Solutions have come together in an effort to boost worldwide LNG fuelling capacity. Both companies announced Wednesday that they will invest in marine fuelling, bunkering ships and other infrastructure but were scant on further details. "We are currently reviewing potential locations and infrastructure requirements; it would be premat
  • Saudi oil attacks 'not a game-changer' for tankers
    Evercore maintains bullish outlook on sector
  • Shipping technology not yet exciting Ardmore Shipping
    The Irish tanker owner does not think it needs big data to optimise its fleet
  • Attack on Saudi Arabia oil sector no longer a scenario of 'what if?'
    Long-feared incident is now a reality, and it will rattle cages for some time to come
  • Goldenport Shipmanagement buys first boxship in two years
    Dragnis family outfit Goldenport Shipmanagement has purchased a Japanese-controlled boxship in a deal that marks the company's first expansion in the sector since the autumn of 2017. A company executive confirmed the acquisition of the 1,700-teu Maersk Wismar (built 2010) but declined to reveal further details. Several brokers reported the Imabari Shipbuilding-constructed vessel had changed han
  • Storm clouds gather while shipping gets its act in order
    Florida and Miami - or at least shipbroking, former shipowning and prospective mega-cruise liner project executives based there - take a fair deal of the spotlight in this issue of TW+. Robert "Bob" Pierot reveals why he moved to Miami last year to pursue ship finance structuring deals, with cargo-owning clients as well as owners, that are an increasingly necessary adjunct to the New York-based f
  • Greek government plots $10bn backing for banks
    Guarantees hinge on deal with European Commission on aid classification, sources said.
  • VLGC rates surge on Saudi production issues
    Shipowners foresee positive impact from Saudi attacks on freight markets as US-Asia shipments can cover supply shortfall in Middle East
  • Do shipping and politics mix in Trump's Washington?
    What has the US industry gained from having two 'insiders' around the cabinet table?
  • Brookes Bell snaps up shipping consultancy APC
    UK marine surveying group adds to expertise with takeover.
  • Time come to rethink Europe's €3bn subsidies to shipping
    New report suggests European countries are failing to get good return from spending and need to refocus strategy
  • Solstad sells laid-up anchor handler
    Solstad Offshore has sold an elderly anchor-handler that has been laid up for over three years. Solstad Offshore buys more time for debt talks The 16,304-hp Far Saltire (built 2002) was sold by Solstad's subsidiary Farstad Marine for an undisclosed amount to an unknown buyer. VesselsValue.com estimates the ship's current market value at $940,000, the same as its estimated demolition value.
  • OOCL boss Wang Haimin takes over at OOIL
    Busy executive adds to workload after Cosco takeover of containership group.
  • Tsakos exec hits out at underwriters' silence over IMO 2020
    Andreas Bisbas told conference insurers could have done more to help owners address issues
  • Utkilen touts credentials of 'new age' eco tanker series
    Newbuildings in China and Japan promise to cut fuel consumption by 30% and NOx emissions by 80%
  • Libya boosts storage at Ras Lanuf tanker terminal
    NOC says it has replaced tank to help prevent shutdowns, with more to come.
  • SwissMarine secures firm price for cape duo
    Brokers say Swiss owner offloads bulker pair to JP Morgan
  • Ship designer heads to court in Prysmian newbuilding row
    Salt alleges breach of contract after working on cable-layer design for Italian group.
  • FSU offered out for charter amid delays to Portovaya project
    But portside ice belt is proving a restricting factor
  • Vitol plots LNG carrier expansion after chartering H-Line newbuild
    South Korean shipowner H-Line Shipping ordered the LNG carrier it contracted this month on the back of a long-term charter to Vitol. H-Line renewing LNG carrier fleet at Hyundai Brokers said the 174,000-cbm newbuilding with XDF propulsion had been fixed for 10 years, at a rate in the low $60,000-per-day range. Vitol and H-Line confirmed the deal on Wednesday. Vitol said it also holds "extensio
  • Norway's ADS readies sale of its only wholly-owned tanker
    But the Bjorn Tore Larsen-led outfit has an opportunistic approach to new business
  • Marius Hermansen joins Golden Ocean board
    Marius Hermansen, who is responsible for sale and purchase and newbuildings in John Fredriksen's private company Seatankers, now has a more central role in in the group. Hermansen was elected a board member of New York-listed dry bulk company Golden Ocean Group at the annual meeting in Bermuda this weekend. Hermansen came from the shipbroking firm Fearnleys to Seatankers in 2014. In July last
  • Seafarer dies on Polsteam bulker in Mexico
    Police release no details of death of 45-year-old Pole at Tuxpan.
  • Eastern Pacific Shipping switches New Times LR2 pair to dual fuel
    Savings from using low-price LNG will help to cover the increase in vessels' additional capital expenditure
  • Saudi production restored by 'end of month'
    Boost for tankers as energy minister says output will be back to normal soon, with all customers fully supplied in September.
  • Sergey Frank stepping down at Sovcomflot
    Deputy prime minister Maxim Akimov's office says veteran will leave the role to become chairman.
  • MOL completes Kobe LNG bunkering trial
    Japanese shipowning giant continues to gather experience with new green bunker fuel
  • Shandong Shipping inks tanker and bulker newbuilds worth $404m
    Total value of Shell and Bunge charter contracts is estimated to be worth $600m
  • Jiangnan reveals LPG carrier design to 'revolutionise VLGCs'
    Vessel design has received approval in principle from class societies Lloyd's Register and ABS
  • Bahri firms up VLCC order at Hyundai-backed IMI
    Saudi owner puts pen to paper on newbuilding deal, but details on price and delivery remain unclear
  • Cameroon to supply armed guards in bid to stamp out piracy
    New arrangement reduces admin delays incurred when applying for government armed personnel, says Gard
  • Sonatrach moves to scrap the world's 11th-oldest LNG carrier
    Algerian energy giant shifts to auction mode to clear out remaining 1980s-built ship

American Shipperweb site
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
  • Ocean Rate Report: Saudi attacks spark higher tanker earnings
    This week, VLCC tanker rates are rising, whereas both trans-Pacific box rates and Capesize bulker rates are slipping.
  • Airbus hikes forecast for future freighter demand
    Airbus has elevated its 20-year demand forecast for all-cargo aircraft, saying the market will need 2,800 specialized units to handle growth in international trade and...
  • Startup Loop Energy gets cash infusion from engine-maker Cummins
    Fuel cell startup Loop Engency received a cash infusion from engine maker Cummins Inc. on Sept. 18. It was Cummins second investment in fuel cells...
  • Trump action blocking California emissions authority will not impact trucking - for now
    The Trump administration's decision to revoke a waiver allowing California to set its own standards for automobile emissions will not impact regulations governing heavy-duty trucks,...
  • Louisiana forwarder pays $488,250 criminal fine
    Dip Shipping will pay a criminal fine to settle an antitrust violation charge as part of an ongoing U.S. Justice Department forwarder price-fixing investigation.
  • Project44 unveils new truckload tendering technology
    Project44's new truckload tendering capability allows users to secure quotes without having to maneuver outside of their transportation management system.
  • Does FedEx face a cyclical or structural problem?
    In wake of poor q1 results and a massive decline in share price, questions arise as to whether FedEx's issues are cyclical or structural
  • UPS paying $2.25 million to avoid pregnancy discrimination lawsuit
    EEOC agreement clarifies obligations to both union and non-union workers.
  • Trucking coalition urges lawmakers to fight costly unfunded mandates
    A coalition of 31 trucking and trade groups is urging Congress to halt four bills it claims would cost the industry billions of dollars in...
  • CargoX and RoadLaunch collaborate to fuse public and private blockchains
    Public blockchain-based logistics document transaction platform CargoX has integrated with private blockchain-based digital freight management platform RoadLaunch to provide users greater visibility and transparency into...
  • Freight Futures daily curve: 9/18
    LAX to SEA futures strengthen on Tuesday in an otherwise quiet day.
  • New trade coalition seeks stronger congressional tariff control
    Tariff Reform Coalition members want the Senate Finance Committee and House Ways and Means Committee to "exercise greater oversight and control" over President Trump's tariff...
  • GM cuts production at Canadian plant as strike hits U.S. parts shipments
    Oshawa facility operating at half capacity as UAW strike in the United States takes a toll on supply chain.
  • Daimler will buy electric truck battery modules from Chinese supplier CATL
    Daimler Trucks and Buses has entered a long-term supply agreement for lithium-ion batter technology for its coming range of electric trucks.
  • Imelda lashing eastern Texas with flooding rains (forecast video)
    More than 10 inches of torrential rain have flooded some east Texas roads with more coming rest of today.
  • Carriers continue to delay switch from old telematics devices
    About 20% of carriers still using AOBRDs are expected to hold onto the devices into December.
  • Shippers to benefit from Savannah if roads can keep up
    The Port of Savannah's expansion plans will benefit shippers -- so long as infrastructure needs outside the port are met.
  • Today's pickup: Germany moves to tighten rules on delivery subcontractors
    Cabinet backs draft law aimed at curbing illegal employment practices for final-mile drivers handing growing volumes of parcels.
  • IRU issues call to action amidst changing landscape
    The International Road Transport Union has taken the lead in setting the global road transport agenda, which calls for greater cooperation between industry stakeholders and...
  • FIRMMA takes shape with proposed rules
    New law strengthens U.S. government's national security oversight of foreign investments in American companies that manufacture "critical" technologies and infrastructure, as well as own airport...
  • Delta explores forest residue as jet fuel
    Forest debris buildup has been blamed for fueling many wildfires in the West. Delta Air Lines [NYSE: DAL] hopes it can soon fuel its jet...
  • PORT REPORT: Japanese giant MOL trials experimental LNG-fuelled tugboat at Kobe
    MOL continues its foray into experimenting with LNG with an innovative LNG-powered tugboat; meanwhile, MOL's LNG-bunkering business signs deals around the world.
  • Jordan Belfort, the Wolf of Wall Street, to speak at FreightWaves LIVE Chicago
    Hear Belfort's story, straight from the Wolf's mouth.
  • Pharr-Reynosa International Bridge receives $30 million upgrade aimed at speeding up trade
    The city of Pharr, Texas, will soon begin $30 million in infrastructure projects at the Pharr-Reynosa International Bridge along the United States-Mexico border. The projects...

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
  • US crude stocks climb 1.06 million barrels as refiners cut runs, imports rise
    US crude inventories climbed 1.06 million barrels last week to 417.13 million barrels, as refiners cut runs while imports edged higher, US Energy Information Administration data showed Wednesday.
  • Shipping giant Maersk to use MGO pricing for IMO 2020 box rate calculations
    Danish container line Maersk, the largest shipping company in the world, is set to use marine gasoil as the pricing basis for its rate calculations next year as tighter emission limits for shipping force a shift away from high sulfur fuel oil.
  • External: Global Risk Management
  • FEATURE: IMO 2020 mandate creates Singapore-Fujairah arbitrage for LSFO
    "Singapore and Fujairah [bunker] markets will move independently after 2020 depending on the fundamentals of each port," a trader said.
  • Term LNG buyers face higher prices over Saudi oil disruptions
    "As long as it is fair and equitable, of course it is something that we would like to promote," Mustaffa said.
  • West of Suez LR clean tankers in demand following attacks
    "With the deficit in clean products in the AG coming, there's been a push for LRs in the West to take gasoline to the Middle East," a broker said.

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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
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Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
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- country
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Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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