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September 20, 2019
Sched Netweb site
  • OOIL names Cosco's Wang Haimin as new CEO in major reshuffle
  • China's port of Nansha gains 2M alliance's US east coast service
  • US DOT head probed for alleged abuse of power to benefit relatives
  • US proposes a rule to address future demurrage and detention disputes
  • Cases of scrubber corrosion surface less than six months after installation
  • CMA CGM Rhone is largest boxship to call at Chennai Port
  • DHL moves all equipment for Rugby World Cup tournament in Japan
  • Hong Kong maintains ranking as top world's busiest cargo airport
  • WFS opens new pharma centre at Copenhagen Airport
  • Turkish Cargo's IATA CEIV Pharma certificate renewed for three years

Exim Indiaweb site
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
  • Hughes India launches maritime mobility services
  • Hyundai Heavy Industries receives AIP for new LPG carrier design
  • IMO member states urged to fully implement new global marine fuel sulphur cap
  • IRClass makes a mark in London International Shipping Week
  • Mundra Custom Brokers' Association elects office-bearers for 2019-22
  • NYK selected for world's leading ESG index for 17th consecutive year
  • Saudi Aramco ports open despite drone attacks
  • National Logistics Policy to reduce trade costs, says Goyal
  • NHAI bid to revive Public-Private Partnership for National Highway projects
  • Govt constitutes committee to review Companies, LLP Acts
  • The future of India lies in MSME sector: Piyush Goyal
  • All roads lead to Sahara Star for the Maritime And Logistics Awards (MALA) 2019 in Mumbai today
  • JBS Academy celebrates Teachers' Day with teachers & industry veterans

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Fuelling powerful alternatives
  • Maghreb trade on the rise
  • Ifco chooses Julian zu Putlitz as CFO
  • P&O Ferrymasters opens new warehouse in Rotterdam
  • CMA CGM's new short sea service
  • Renewed recognition for sustainability efforts
  • Qatar Airways to serve Luanda
  • Clark expands its sales activities in Spain
  • DHL brings the Rugby World Cup 2019 to Japan
  • Short-line railroad to serve cat litter producer
  • Airbus predicts 50% more freighters by 2038
  • Hamburg Sud goes even more digital
  • Macron names Jean-Pierre Farandou as new head of SNCF
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Greenhouse in the desert
  • Investing in GPS receivers for precision positioning
  • Additional equipment for Le Havre and Marseille
  • Swiss Worldcargo highlights "success stories"

The Loadstarweb site
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
  • Hauliers trapped in ports, 150 km queues, and a Catch 22 for business - UK government Brexit 'plan' laid bare
  • CH Robinson to invest $1bn in technology - or just 1.2% of gross revenues
  • Evergreen ULCV order will leave THE Alliance far behind rivals in terms of big ship capacity
  • Shippers and insurers renew calls for transnational coordination to tackle cargo theft
  • FedEx axes older freighter fleet as tough air freight market starts to bite
  • Management shake-up at Cosco Shipping
  • Qatar Airways sees cargo revenues rise as the overall group reports a loss
  • Airbus hikes forecast for future freighter demand

Marine Logweb site
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
  • Kongsberg provides "full picture" solution for SeaDream mega yacht
    Kongsberg has signed a contract with Damen Shipyards for the delivery of a fully integrated Kongsberg Maritime solution for the 155 m mega yacht Innovation on order at the Damen Mangalia shipyard
  • ABS announces LNG Cargo Ready notation for ethane carriers
    A lot of focus at this week's Gastech event was on ethane and Very Large Ethane Carriers. As we report elsewhere, Houston headquartered American Ethane Company is planning to build a fleet
  • Ørsted awards Van Oord major Taiwan wind farm cable contract
    Here's a reminder that there's more to offshore wind farms than wind turbines. Rotterdam headquartered Van Oord has been awarded a contract by Ørsted for the cable installation works at the Greater
  • USACE sets date for Bonneville lock reopening
    The Bonneville navigation lock will return to service, allowing vessels to pass through it, beginning 10 a.m. Sept. 30, according to officials at the Portland District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Bonneville
  • American Ethane to build fleet of giant ethane carriers
    Houston-based American Ethane Company has announced plans to order 17 very large ethane carriers at Chinese shipyards Hudong-Zhonghua and Jiangnan. The 150,000 cu.m VLECs will transport 7.2 million tonnes per year of
  • Aurelius Finance backs Ardent buyout
    Aurelius Finance Company is providing finance to support the buyout of Ardent, the company formed in 2015 by the merger of Crowley's Titan Salvage with Svitzer Salvage. The deal will see Ardent's
  • Fincantieri Bay opts for Wärtsilä solution for LNG bunkering barge
    The 5,400 cu.m LNG bunkering barge on order at Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding (see earlier story) will have a W'rtsil' LNG Cargo Handling System. Wärtsilä says the order endorses its leading position in
  • Eastern launches first of two Z-drive tugs for Bisso Offshore
    Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc., Panama City, Fla., reports that its Allanton facility has recently launched the C.D. White, the first of two 5,100 HP Z-drive ship handling tugs under construction for Bisso
  • Vard to build advanced trawler for Luntos
    Russian deepwater fishing company Luntos Co. Ltd. has ordered a state-of-the-art stern trawler from Fincantieri Group member Vard. To be built to Vard 8 02 design, the 80.4 m x 16.7 m

Lloyd's Listweb site
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
  • TMS Cardiff Gas confirms seven-year Total deal
    The charter appears to relate to the sole unit previously without a charter out of a total of 11 on...
  • Dynagas agrees 'transformative' refinancing
    Dynagas did not immediately identify the banks in the consortium, but said that the refinancing was 'transformative' for the partnership
  • DP World considers offshore expansion with a bid for MEO
    EXCLUSIVE: Cash-rich DP World is potentially following its $1bn Topaz buy-out by entering the bidding for embattled Singaporean offshore supply...
  • Patrick Walters leaves Peel Ports role
    Peel Ports chief commercial officer is moving on after five years at the port and terminal owner
  • New ISO consultation on 0.5% fuels unveiled
    International Organisation for Standardisation releases new PAS for incoming fuels
  • Saudi oil supply disruption will benefit VLCC market
    Very large crude carriers owners would benefit from congestion at Saudi ports and buyers securing shipments from other distant sources
  • Frontline opts not to buy four more suezmaxes from Trafigura
    The tanker owner decides to stay with 10 suezmaxes as it looks for more tonnage in the very large crude...
  • NYK wins long-term coal freight contract with Vietnam-based power plant
    NYK has a new strategy of seeking to control exposure to volatile market conditions by maintaining and expanding long-term dry...
  • Cosco Shipping Ports trims portfolio in Yangtze Delta
    In what appears to be a revamp of its Yangtze River Delta portfolio, Cosco Shipping Ports is also looking to...
  • Ships reap huge savings from burning LNG at today's prices
    High-sulphur fuel oil prices surge after the crude oil outage at two plants in Saudi Arabia. This situation has has...
  • Viewpoint: Stability before speed
    It remains the legal responsibility of the master to keep a ship safe, but the tools which the master requires...
  • Daily Briefing
    Free to read: Insurers investigate scrubber risk and expect 2020 engine damage claims| Owners want a level playing field come...
  • Reefer industry braces for equipment shortage
    With reefer fleet growth flat this year and reefer production in the second half of 2019 seen unlikely to meet...
  • Port of Oakland's Chris Lytle wins 'Connie' Lifetime Achievement award
    Connie Awards are presented annually to maritime industry leaders who have had substantial impact on container shipping. Lifetime Achievement awards...
  • Container oligopoly's capacity management will shape rates, not demand
    The industry has gained the required agility to mitigate unfavourable macroeconomic events such as the US-China trade spat, says Seaintelligence
  • Industry must raise its game on boxship fires, salvor tells IUMI
    'Large casualties need assistance, they cannot be out at sea for a long time, and we've all seen that,' said...
  • Shell and Qatar Petroleum set up LNG bunkering venture
    The two companies will take equal ownership in the new venture, which aims to facilitate the sale of liquefied natural...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
  • Low single-digit growth forecast for ocean, intermodal sectors
  • No 'one size fits all' for smart container use
  • Best supply chains look inward: speakers
  • Indian freight groups press government on surcharges
  • Shippers find value going digital on LTL
  • Mongla port targets Chittagong apparel exports

TradeWindsweb site
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
  • Cape rates should 'remain tight' despite downward trend
    They should stay above $25,000 per day, Jefferies analyst Randy Giveans says
  • Ardent management tap alternative finance to buy stake from Svitzer and Crowley
    Ardent's management buy-out will allow Svitzer and Crowley to focus less on the salvage segment.
  • The history boys: Jacq Pierot & Sons celebrates 125 years
    Founded in Rotterdam, transplanted to New York, Jacq Pierot & Sons is learning new tricks as it navigates its third century
  • It hasn't been plane sailing for this city at sea
    A dream to build a vessel four times longer than the world's largest cruiseship, complete with airfield, has been on the drawing board for decades. The visionaries behind it are confident they can get the ship (and that airfield) on to the water soon
  • Secrets of the deep: the Red Sea mystery
    The loss of a bulker turned into a bitter insurance dispute. But the case never quite made it to court, leaving the market no clearer on the conflicting claims.
  • Schepers finds new homes for two more boxships in $18m deals
    But German manager retains management of other vessels with new structures
  • Union Maritime tanker asset play pays dividends
    UK shipowner Union Maritime appears to be logging a substantial profit on the sale of a 16-year-old aframax tanker. The 104,900-dwt Anavatos (built 2003) has gone to an Indonesian buyer for between $13.5m and $14m, European shipbrokers said. It has an attractive dry-docking status, as it passed special survey in April last year. Union Maritime linked to eight-ship deal with BP Shipping Union Ma
  • Evangelos Marinakis cape flip yields $2m profit, brokers report
    Capital Maritime & Trading has made a quick $2m profit by flipping a capesize it acquired less than three months ago, according to market sources. Several brokers in Greece, London and the US report the Evan'gelos Marinakis-led owner as selling the 177,500-dwt Aristofanis I (built 2005) to unidentified South Korean buyers for between $16.5m and $16.7m. The Mitsui-built vessel used to trade in th
  • VLCC queue shortens as Saudi exports resume after attack
    The Maran Arete became the first ship to lift from the world's largest oil export terminal on Tuesday following last weekend's drone attacks
  • Ex-Clarksons man Zeuthen opens up in Denmark for Synergy
    Experienced executive to spearhead Singapore group's shipmanagement operations in Copenhagen.
  • Global Ship Lease revamps capital structure with fresh debt
    Global Ship Lease (GSL) has attained hundreds of millions of dollars in new debt, essentially resetting its capital framework. The Ian Webber-led boxship owner has scored a new syndicated $268m senior secured credit facility comprised of two tranches with several lenders, including Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank and ABN AMRO Bank. CIT Bank, Hellenic Bank Public Company and Siemens
  • Dynagas LNG strikes deal for 'transformative' $675m loan
    Dynagas LNG Partners is using a fresh loan to help eliminate its existing debt. The New York-traded gas carrier owner announced Thursday a new $675m senior secured loan that will be used, alongside cash on hand, to pay down a $470m loan and a $250m in bonds, totalling $720m. The company has $112m in cash and equivalents, according to Securities and Exchange Commission filings. Investors fight f
  • Former Aegean Marine directors sued over alleged 'fraud scheme'
    Peter Georgiopoulos named among the defendants as creditors launch lawsuit in New York over alleged $300m fraud
  • BNP Paribas forces auction of last Brightoil VLCC
    Chinese court orders sale of Bright Gem as arrest period expires.
  • Borealis tastes victory as dragon boat race brings LISW to a close
    Christoph Toepfer joins the winning team as Spinnaker Global's annual charity competition raises more than $190,000 for the OSCAR Campaign
  • POSH facing $42m impairment as JV defaults
    Singapore owner could not reach agreement with Terasea over new financing.
  • Samos Steamship buys open-hatch bulker from Gearbulk
    Samos Steamship is increasing its position in the open-hatch bulker market by taking a 10-year-old ship that has been operating in the Gearbulk fleet. US sources said the Greek bulker and tanker owner has purchased the Santoku Shipping-owned 54,200-dwt Kashi Arrow (built 2009) for a fairly low $10.7m. Kassian continues clear out with sale of ageing panamax bulker Gearbulk and Samos did not res
  • Seaspan eyes buys with $500m financing deal
    Boxship owner says facility now gives it access to $1.5bn.
  • Fincantieri injecting equity in Vard after deep loss for 2018
    Italy's Fincantieri is injecting fresh equity into Vard Group after the Norwegian shipbuilder suffered heavy losses. Vard has logged a loss after taxes of NOK 1.88bn ($220m) last year, against a NOK 99m loss in 2017, Norwegian daily Finansavisen reported. Norwegian shipyards and equipment makers diversify from offshore shipbuilding Fincantieri firms up first of six Viking ships Vard has had ac
  • TMS Cardiff Gas confirms newbuilding interest
    Christos Economou-controlled owner says latest new vessel fixed for seven years, with more to come.
  • Lauritzen Bulkers cull of owned ships continues
    Danish operator Lauritzen Bulkers has sold another ship as it pares down its owned fleet, but is so far holding on to its newest vessels. European and US brokers said the outfit has disposed of the 31,800-dwt Elvira Bulker (built 2011) - its seventh bulker sale since June. Lauritzen set for bulker owning exit with sale of China-built trio The Hakodate Shipyard-built vessel has gone to an undisc
  • SeaBird Exploration lines up survey work in Africa and Asia
    SeaBird Exploration has won new deals to conduct offshore surveys in Africa and in the Asia-Pacific region. Equipment delays to hit SeaBird Exploration's bottom line The Oslo-listed company said it has signed a contract to acquire a 2D seismic survey for an unnamed "international" oil and gas company in the Africa region. The three-week-long contract will employ Seabird's 81-metre seismic surv
  • ISO releases IMO 2020 fuel specifications
    Standardisation body aims to end lack of clarity over low-sulphur bunkers' viscosity and stability.
  • CMA CGM strikes long-term deal with Eastern Pacific for dual-fuel sextet
    First company to invest in LNG-fuelled units adds another six ships to chartered fleet
  • Glencore joins Cargill's chartering revolution
    Trader becomes sixth member of group aiming to digitalise transactions.
  • Zodiac Maritime takes advantage of low prices to grab capesize
    Diversified owner buys another Japanese-controlled unit
  • MOL Chemical Tankers toasts Nordic takeover with London fest
    CEO Tsuneo Watanabe toasted 12 months of ambitious expansion with a special cocktail event
  • Avenir lines up charter with Petronas for first small-scale LNG newbuilding
    Start-up looks set to lock in first of six vessels it has on order at Chinese yards to Petronas
  • Transal Denizcilik eyes acquisitions of small tankers
    Turkish owner wants to focus on ships of 10,000 dwt or smaller after reportedly selling three vessels for nearly $25m
  • NYK linked to VLCC sale as prices fall
    Brokers say 2005-built Toyo fetched $28m in Greece.
  • Spanish bust drugs ring run by 'Messi of hashish'
    Spanish police have broken up a drugs ring involving specially built speedboats. The illegal operation was run by Abdellah El Haj, a Moroccan citizen dubbed the "Messi of hashish", AFP reported. Mexico seizes fentanyl on Maersk boxship It cited a spokesman for Spain's Guardia Civil force as saying police seized five boats, 17 vehicles, several weapons and more than €500,000 ($551,000). A shipy
  • NYK signs 25-year bulker contract in Vietnam
    Japanese owner to carry coal for Van Phong Power Company.
  • Saudi Arabia joins US-led Middle East Gulf flotilla
    Nation signs up to International Maritime Security Construct in wake of refinery attacks
  • Panama Canal need not be a bottleneck for LNG carriers
    But transits slots must be increased to design capacity and more gas carriers be allowed through as trade volumes rise
  • New wave of VLEC orders awaits starter's gun
    Class society ABS sees potential for 40 newbuildings as it tracks projects
  • Trump opts for more sanctions over military response to Saudi attacks
    US president claims failure to attack Iran in the summer was a 'sign of strength' not weakness
  • Van Oord bags Taiwan offshore wind farm contract
    Dutch contractor latest to benefit from Asian nation's investment in renewable energy
  • Azure takes control of handies managed by Taylor Maritime
    Investor AFO expands own vessel vehicle by taking commercial role for four ships from Taylor Maritime
  • Logger trade helps China win Solomon Islands tug of war
    Private owners of veteran tonnage influence island nation's decision to turn its back on Taiwan

American Shipperweb site
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
  • Typhoon Tapah to menace southern Japan and Korea
    After several days of dithering in the Philippine Sea, tropical storm Tapah (also called Nimfa) has transformed into a typhoon. It has also started accelerating...
  • GM strike brings layoffs to truckers in Canada
    U.S.-based Martin Transportation Systems temporarily lays off drivers at Windsor, Ontario, branch as strike hits cross-border routes between GM plants.
  • Amazon announces purchase of 100,000 EV delivery vehicles from Rivian - the largest order ever
    The deal coincides with an ambitious new initiative aimed at making Amazon carbon neutral by 2040.
  • Pricing Power Index: Shippers still have the advantage as long-term momentum builds for carriers
    Critical events caused more panic than actual disruption to supply and demand.
  • Navistar will build Industry 4.0-ready truck plant
    Navistar is building a new Industry 4.0-ready plant near San Antonio, Texas that will help raise earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization.
  • Former US agriculture chiefs push USMCA ratification
    Pressure applied as some Democrats remain concerned about labor provisions.
  • Hyundai to pay $47 million fine for illegal diesel engine imports
    Manufacturer installed diesel engines in construction equipment that failed to meet emissions standards under the Clean Air Act when imported into the U.S. from 2012...
  • House Democrats seek to slow White House plan for LNG rail shipments
    Two lawmakers want more extensive review of the risks and practice of using tank cars to haul liquefied natural gas.
  • Fallout from the Saudi attack: American drillers are more than capable of covering the shortfall
    As the world's top producer of oil, the United States is more than capable of withstanding the global effects of the Saudi Arabian refinery attack.
  • Freight Futures daily curve: 9/19
    Increased freight volumes out of Texas due to Imelda drive DAL to LAX futures on Wednesday.
  • Where's my container?
    Ports, terminal operators and shipping lines are striving to improve the flow of information.
  • Texas swamped with major flooding (forecast video)
    More than 20 inches of flooding rains have shut down roads in southeastern Texas. Threat continues today.
  • Toyota, key supplier to invest nearly $800 million in San Antonio manufacturing facilities
    Toyota recently announced a $391 million investment at its Tacoma and Tundra assembly plant in San Antonio. In addition, Aisin AW, a Japanese auto supplier...
  • Today's Pickup: German auto parts suppliers' stare at insolvency over market downturn
    German auto industry is going through an economic crisis; Waymo carriers 6,000 passengers in its first month of autonomous taxi service; e-scooter market witnesses a...
  • FreightWaves pledges to offset carbon footprint for event series
    At FreightWaves, we are trying to do our part by bringing transparency and commentary to market issues, including climate footprints, sustainability, and innovation.
  • $60 million AV grant package includes automated fleet testing
    $7.5 million going to Virginia Techs will also help set industry guidelines.
  • PSR changes largely done, railroads make intermodal pitch
    Executives at North America's major railroads are making the case that intermodal service will be more reliable and consistent after a year of major service...
  • World's foremost blockchain experts and groundbreaking projects part of the upcoming BiTA Symposium
    Blockchain experts will present innovative projects and discuss the latest in the development of the technology for logistics operations at the upcoming BiTA Symposium Chicago,...
  • U.S. rail volumes remain soft in September
    Trade uncertainty and loose truck capacity continue to weigh on rail traffic.
  • Drivers as assemblers: a closer look at last-mile freight delivery
    Last-mile freight delivery might involve drivers to act as assemblers, helping set up products like furniture and home appliances. These driver-assemblers have specific skill sets...
  • Getting Inside the Trans-Alaska Pipeline
    Hilcorp makes headway in Alaska buying out BP's Alaska assets.
  • UPS drivers don a uniform upgrade after 100 years
    While still mostly brown, the shirt is now made with breathable, micro-pique fabric that ensures comfort in hotter temperatures.
  • How brokers manage working capital in a challenging freight environment
    In partnership with Carggo... the next few quarters will squeeze brokerage cash flows. Technology can help.
  • German mobility startup Wunder Mobility enters U.S. market
    Wunder Mobility has raised $29 million in an extended Series B round and is channeling it towards expanding its geographic footprint and suite of mobility...
  • IRU Exclusive: Driver shortages a 'real and growing threat'
    Boris Blanche, managing director of the International Road Transport Union, believes upskilling, better recruitment practices and semi-autonomous trucking can help address the shortfall of drivers.
  • Port report: What peak season? Key box trade hardly bumped
    According to an MSI analyst, a key mainline container trade hardly bumped this summer - and the forward outlook for carriers is less than upbeat.

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
  • Saudi disruptions expose Asia's deficient emergency oil reserves
    While organizations like the International Energy Agency have coordinated strategic petroleum reserves (SPR) in member countries, most Asian countries are not IEA members and are unable to fund expensive long-term storage programs.
  • Attacks on Saudi oil units affecting major Asian crude buyers differently
  • FUTURES 5: Refined products rally as storm disrupts USGC refinery operations
    NYMEX refined products futures jumped Thursday as Tropical Depression Imelda disrupted refinery operations in Texas.
  • External: Praxis Energy Agents DMCC
  • Saras ready to produce 950,000 mt of VLSFO by 2020
  • Specification body ISO sets out 0.5% sulfur bunker fuel challenge
    The PAS "defines general requirements that apply to all 0.50 mass % sulfur fuels and confirms the applicability of ISO 8217 for those fuels."
  • ISO releases much-anticipated IMO 2020 compliant fuel specification
    The ISO/PAS 23263:2019 document "Petroleum products -- Fuels (class F) --Considerations for fuel suppliers and users regarding marine fuel quality in view of the implementation of maximum 0.5% sulfur in 2020" is now available.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
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Arrival ports by:
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- 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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