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BRIEFS
August 30, 2019
Sched Netweb site
  • Cosco consortium to buy 40pc stake in world's largest dredging company
  • ZPH starts 3rd development phase of its port on Gaolan island, Zhuhai
  • NWSA's January-July international box volumes reach all-time high
  • Irish port prepares for Brexit by boosting customs facilities
  • TSP could help the flow of goods in the event of no-deal Brexit
  • PIL's fleet is awarded Environmental Ship Index certification
  • Agility spends US$18m to boost 'green' logistics supply chains
  • Asia Pacific air cargo demand slips 7.7pc amid worsening trade tensions
  • Atlas Air's pilots ordered by court to accept arbitrated contract process
  • Kansas City's July air freight volumes rise 2.7pc YoY to 17.5m pounds

Exim Indiaweb site
AUGUST 29, 2019
  • Business Reorganisation of Yusen Logistics Co., Ltd
  • DNV GL awards thyssenkrupp first manufacturer approval certificate for 3D printing of spare parts for maritime applications
  • India launches world's first-ever facial biometric data-based seafarer identity document
  • Summit calls for balanced & sustainable shipping activities in Arctic waters
  • High security alert at DPT after reports of likely underwater attack by trained commandos from Pakistan
  • Cabinet approves sugar export policy for evacuation of surplus stocks during sugar season 2019-20
  • MSMEs need to focus on exports, says Nitin Gadkari

International Transport Journalweb site
  • US short-line railroad changes ownership
  • Elisabeth Castro Gomez to manage Logcoop's office in Spain
  • Tiaca appoints Celine Hourcade
  • DB Schenker automates logistics for Media Markt Sweden
  • RZD: China - Madrid route needs an additional freight base
  • JAL's first full freighter flights for nine years
  • H1/2019 marks a turnaround for OOIL
  • New heads in London and Hong Kong
  • Heavy-duty truck producer celebrates milestone vehicle
  • Gebrüder Weiss acquires forwarder KK+M in Tyrol
  • CCPO opts for smart software to measure engine performance
  • Switzerland adopts EU rules on drones and Brexit
  • Carrier and forwarder integrate e-bookings
  • Stiff competition for Basel Gateway Nord?
  • German forwarder invests in new truck
  • What options does the sulphur cap leave?
  • "Curiosity of the Day"

The Loadstarweb site
AUGUST 29, 2019
  • Carriers ditch constant chase for market share in a quest for profits
  • US trucking casualties mount as driver shortage and rising costs bite
  • Carriers' gamble with scrubbers 'vindicated', says Alphaliner
  • Agility eyes greener supply chain tech to slash greenhouse gas emissions
  • Comment: container spot rates and bunker cost summer trends

Marine Logweb site
AUGUST 29, 2019
  • Conrad Shipyard starts production on second MiNO design towboat
    Conrad Shipyard, Morgan City, La., has started production on a second 6,000 HP inland towboat designed by MiNO Marine of New Orleans. The Subchapter M compliant vessel measures 166' x 49' x
  • UPM Logistics to charter seven LNG fueled newbuilds
    Helsinki, Finland, headquartered UPM Logistics says that it has entered into a long-term charter agreement with Finland's Bore Ltd and Defzijl, Netherlands, based Wijnne Barends that will see the design and building
  • USDA study says U.S. Agriculture needs waterways upgrades
    The National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) and Waterways Council, Inc. (WCI) have commended the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for releasing a significant new study that quantifies the cost-savings and competitive
  • New ethanol facility inaugurated
    Tidewater Transportation and Terminals continues to build and grow its services and storage capacities along the Columbia and Snake Rivers. It recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony to inaugurate celebration a new
  • Auto gasification solution will provide sustainable waste disposal for Princess Cruises vessel
    Wärtsilä is to supply and install an auto gasification solution for Princess Cruises vessel Regal Princess. The technology will enable the safe disposal of waste from the ship through a self-fueling thermal
  • Armstrong Marine delivers 40 ft research vessel
    The College of Fisheries and Marine Science at the University of Alaska Fairbanks has added a new research vessel to its fleet. Named Nanuq, the 40 ft, aluminum hulled, vessel was designed
  • USACE issues solicitation for cutter suction head dredge for Azerbaijan
    The Marine Design Center (MDC) of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has issued a solicitation to acquire a new, non-propelled, cutter suction head dredge. The project is being accomplished through

Lloyd's Listweb site
AUGUST 29, 2019
  • Intercargo expresses 'deep concern' for missing seafarers
    Intercargo urges prompt investigation by the Indonesian authorities into the cause of the incident
  • Hafnia bets on tailwinds boosting product tanker market
    IMO 2020 and reduced tanker availability should support the market even amid a backdrop of trade tensions and fears of...
  • Sovcomflot plans Arctic energy projects
    The company achieved significant growth in the first half of 2019 compared to the same period in 2018, exceeding our...
  • Trafigura confirms link to VLGC orders
    The vessels, which are scheduled for delivery in mid-2021, will be able to run on either liquefied petroleum gas or...
  • Mixed signals for shipping from German lenders
    'The shipping unit in particular should bring in a slightly higher revenue and profit contribution despite a challenging market environment'...
  • Grindrod Shipping to increase stake in IVS Bulk
    Grindrod's chief executive Martyn Wade says that the current states of the dry bulk and tanker markets present 'attractive' consolidation...
  • Platts to start LNG bunker price assessments
    The IMO global sulphur cap and increasing liquidity in LNG marketplace are two factors supporting the increase use of LNG...
  • Cosco Shipping Ports aims for expansion despite slow economy
    Zhang Wei says the port company has no plan to decelerate the expansion of its global footprint
  • Awilco looks to recover all costs related to collision
    Awilco says the WilForce can resume trading from mid-September following repairs at a yard in Singapore
  • Global Ports Holding agrees Nassau cruise port concession
    The investment by Nassau Cruise Port joint venture is expected to generate $35-$40m in annual revenues
  • Iran to expedite legal process against seized British tanker
    Iran's vow to press ahead with legal action against the Stena Impero will come as a blow to those hoping...
  • Viewpoint: Coping strategy
    Regardless of whether Britain leaves the EU on WTO terms or with a revised deal, as far as shipping is...
  • BW LPG sees more balanced markets as it returns to black
    In the short term, the Oslo-listed owner expected continued high US LPG exports to support the strong rates
  • Daily Briefing
    Free to read: Yard merger reignites talk of Samsung's shipbuilding exit | World's largest VLCC owner warns of crude shipping...
  • BDI continues upward momentum
    The increase in rates could spur interest among owners to lock in gains by chartering their capes and panamaxes for...
  • CSBC wins scrubber contracts for two newcastlemaxes
    Yard has won scrubber fitting contracts for nine vessels in total
  • Trump trade policies stimulate growth for US waterways, conference hears
    The recent widening of the Panama Canal has also opened up possibilities for trade and commerce along the Tenn-Tom Waterway...
  • M&A activity may pick up in Australia's oil and gas sector
    WoodMac estimates $32bn worth of oil and gas assets may change hands in Australia in the next few years
  • US officials tout competitive advantages of America's inland waterway system
    Secretary Perdue briefed agricultural and waterways stakeholders on a new study commissioned by the US Department of Agriculture highlighting the...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
AUGUST 29, 2019
  • NJ pushes fight over waterfront commission
  • Florida ports monitoring approaching storm
  • NY-NJ targets weekend labor efficiency
  • India cabotage reform boosts DP World's Cochin volumes
  • J.B. Hunt levies intermodal peak season surcharge: sources

TradeWindsweb site
AUGUST 29, 2019
  • Top Ships plaintiffs appeal dismissal of fraud suit
    Shareholder plaintiffs want higher court to overturn federal judge's rejections of their complaints.
  • National Bank of Greece to sell €300m shipping loan portfolio
    NBG cuts bad shipping loans while rival Alpha cautiously expands exposure to industry
  • Golar LNG fixes charters as spin-off looms
    The company also secured a $180m loan and suspended dividends
  • Nobu Su appeals against prison sentence, makes more lurid allegations of fraud
    Taiwanese ex-shipowner claims mental ill health meant he did not have the capacity to conduct court proceedings brought against him.
  • Trio of cruise companies sued for doing business in Cuba
    The Havana Docks Corp has sued four cruise companies for using facilities in Havana they say they rightfully own
  • Frank 'cautiously optimistic' as Sovcomflot returns to profit
    Russian owner's CEO also hopeful for tanker prospects in 2020.
  • Color Group falls into the red in first half
    Norwegian ferry company Color Group had a weaker result in the first six months this year. The Olav Nils Sunde-owned firm posted a pre-tax loss of NOK 108m ($12m), against a NOK 525m profit in the same period last year. The company experienced increased costs on the new 2,000-passenger ferry Color Hybrid. It was delivered from the domestic Ulstein yard in August. The ferry is being employed on
  • Wan Hai Lines offloads boxship pair for recycling
    But recycling market remains tough with many negotiations failing to produce results
  • Private Pittas family vehicle Eurobulk makes rare second-hand buy
    The private side of Greece's Pittas shipping clan notched up their first dry bulker purchase in three years. Family outfit Eurobulk snapped up the 82,800-dwt kamsarmax Yasa Neslihan (built 2005) earlier this month, company managers confirmed. The ship was previously controlled by Turkey's Yasa Shipping, which slated it for sale as early as in July last year. Further details of the deal were not
  • MPC Capital expects more from shipping in second half
    Hamburg asset manager's transaction fees down in first half, but shipping operations stayed busy.
  • Holst set for full-time post at L&S
    Wilhelm Holst is to work full-time as CEO of Oslo broker Lorentzen & Stemoco (L&S) as former Avance Gas chief Christian Andersen joins the company. Christian Andersen bounces back to head Lorentzen & Stemoco Holst has till now been part-time as CEO. Andersen will become chairman of the company, TradeWinds is told. He will sit on the board with owner Caroline Tidemand and Gunnar Rydning. Trade
  • Jinhui Shipping cautious as macro picture remains uncertain
    Jinhui Shipping and Transportation has admitted it is finding it difficult to plan for the future while the global economic picture looks uncertain. Jinhui tears up Chartworld deal over late delivery "We see that the trade tension is the biggest overhang that's affecting the sentiment in the shipping market," Raymond Ching, Jinhui's vice-president, said during a conference call with investors on
  • 'Big Ben' loan sale chimes lower income for Germany's Nord/LB
    German lender continuing with massive asset reduction plan as it exits the maritime arena.
  • Djakarta Lloyd eyes IPO and new tankers, LNG carriers
    State-owned Indonesian company wants $14m as it continues to switch from liner operations.
  • US cyber raid 'hindered Iranian tanker attacks'
    Officials claim they destroyed database that helped IRGC target ships.
  • Awilco LNG pursues 'substantial claim' after smash
    Norwegian owner expects to collect cash soon following collision involving WilForce in May.
  • Anchor-handlers lead Indian subcontinent scrapping charge
    Indian shiprecylers boost appetite for small offshore vessels
  • Danish heavyweights combine to form More Ships
    Former Maersk boss Nils Andersen among those downplaying new investment vehicle.
  • Market turnaround propels BW LPG to profit and pay dividend
    Singapore gas carrier specialist set to reward shareholders with 10 US cent dividend
  • UPM takes newbuild tally of LNG-fueled ships to seven
    Finnish forest products group signs up with Dutch owner for four more Lo-Los
  • Stena profit shrinks as costs rise
    Second quarter earnings down but EBITBA from tankers and gas carriers up in first half.
  • Sealink International sees eightfold increase in Q2 loss
    But Malaysian OSV shipbuilder and charterer points to improved vessel utilisation
  • Grindrod Shipping set to buy out IVS Bulk stakeholder
    Deal would give Singapore-based shipowner two-thirds stake in dry bulk arm
  • Two elderly sisterships offered up for rare LNG scrap sale
    Ship demolition remains a rare event in the LNG industry but that could be about to change as charters end and new ships are delivered
  • Wuhu Shipbuilding bags German dual-fuel chemical carrier order
    Chinese yard has been contracted to build at least two 22,000-dwt vessels for TB Marine
  • Onex books LR2 tankers at Hyundai Heavy Industries
    Middle East Gulf trading company has placed its first newbuilding order
  • Latest nickel ore tragedy will set focus firmly back on vessel safety
    Standards of Indonesia's national fleet will have to improve as more of the country's nickel ore cargoes will be carried on domestic ships such as the Nur Allya, which is feared to have sunk

American Shipperweb site
AUGUST 29, 2019
  • Hunt imposes intermodal surcharge to recoup cost of shuttling empty boxes
    J.B. Hunt imposes peak season intermodal surcharge to recoup costs of returning empties
  • FedEx buys Colombian freight forwarder, customs broker affiliate
    FedEx acquires Colombian freight forwarder, customs broker
  • Logistics sector prepares for Hurricane Dorian and the aftermath
    Logistics and transport sector ramps up contingency plans for Hurricane Dorian, while continuing to operate until better forecasts are available.
  • Impatient customers? Paying nothing for something? Heavy goods shippers face same e-commerce delivery pressures as smaller stuff
    Retailers of heavy goods like furniture face the same e-commerce delivery pressures as retailers shipping parcels, survey finds
  • COSCO Ports overseas assets push first-half results higher
    COSCO Shipping Ports (HKEX: 1199) reported higher revenue and volumes for the first half of the year. But the spin-off of a stake in one...
  • States and territories swept into FMCSA order ahead of Dorian
    Drivers hauling supplies in response to storm will be exempt from hours-of-service rules.
  • Greenbrier, CSX and Norfolk Southern announce executive appointments
    The new appointments could indicate how the companies are preparing to respond to future market trends.
  • WFS investing in Paris airport pharmaceutical center
    The facility will be the only one owned by a ground handler dedicated to pharmaceuticals at Charles de Gaulle Airport.
  • Tanker owner, operator fined $3 million for air pollution
    A tanker owner and operator were fined $1.5 million each for violating environmental laws within the U.S.-Caribbean emission control area.
  • PORT REPORT: China's port throughput volumes rise despite trade war
    New official figures from China's Ministry of Transport show that the volume of containerized ocean freight, as measured in twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) through China's...
  • Freight Futures daily curve: 8/29
    Freight Futures lane to watch today: East US Long Haul Van Average
  • Amazon considers investment in Gojek, Indonesia's super app
    Analysts and investors wait to hear about Amazon's expanded presence in Southeast Asia and on-demand services.
  • JetBlue rejoins cargo sector with more capacity for success
    JetBlue is making its way back into air cargo after exiting the space in 2015.
  • US DOT awards $225 million for rural bridges
    20 projects in 18 states emphasized new bridge-building technology.
  • NYK orders two heavy-lift ships
    Japans NYK has ordered two new ships to respond to demand by shippers of wind turbine blades and other large equipment.
  • Lufthansa, Deutsche Bahn settle air cargo dispute
    The European Commission alleges that a price-fixing cartel in operation from 1999 to 2006 set the levels of fuel and security surcharges.
  • Today's Pickup: China looks to resolve trade dilemma with the U.S. through negotiations
    China looks to de-escalate tensions with the U.S.; German exports affected more by Brexit than trade war; Indian auto sector in trouble.
  • 150 HVH Transportation drivers still stranded two days after company's abrupt closure
    Two days after HVH Transportation's abrupt closure on Tuesday, August 27, truck drivers like James Delva are still stranded across the country without working fuel...
  • Hurricane Dorian sending logistics teams into high gear (forecast video)
    Bottled water by the truckload heading to Florida ahead of Hurricane Dorian.
  • Ecommerce delivery does not increase carbon emissions, but weekly supermarket runs do
    Last-mile movement is one of the least energy-efficient operations within supply chains, and efforts need to be taken to consciously reduce energy expended in that...
  • The great opportunity that comes with your data
    Technology such as dash cams, ELDs, telematics and even diagnostics systems are helping fleets better manage their drivers and assets, and the opportunities to use...
  • US sanctions Hong Kong firm posing as back door to Iran
    A Hong Kong firm was sanctioned this week by the Office of Foreign Assets Control for its alleged role in the illegal transshipment of U.S....
  • Mixed reality might be the edge that the logistics industry lacked all these years
    Mixed reality smart glasses allow workers to become hands-free with logistics operations, helping them to focus solely on the package at hand.
  • Living in a Trucker's Paradise
    A recent study found these cities to be the best for those who drive heavy-duty and tractor-trailer trucks.
  • Seattle's economic strength buoys regional drayage carriers
    Strong regional and transloading demand keep inbound numbers strong.
  • Driverless trucks debated ahead of proposed regulations
    ATA says rules should assume "drivers" will no longer be people.

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
AUGUST 29, 2019
  • External: Praxis Energy Agents DMCC
  • Hong Kong bunker supply to tighten further on HSFO import cuts ahead of IMO 2020
    Currently, the situation in Hong Kong is very chaotic so we have to monitor all the cargo statuses daily, a trader said.
  • INTERVIEW: Kuwait to pump heavy crude in 2020, targets 3.2 mil b/d output
    The $10 billion Al-Zour refinery is due to come online next year after several years of delays due to parliament inquires.
  • Fujairah bunker demand strengthens as discount to Singapore widens to new record
    "Demand is good at Fujairah currently despite regional tensions, so I believe there has been some buying interest diverted," a trader said.
  • LNG SHIPPING WEEKLY: Atlantic and Pacific shipping rates steady
    Pacific and Atlantic LNG ballast rates were unchanged at 100%.

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FROM THE HOME PAGE
PORTS
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia grew by +3.6%
Civitavecchia
In the first half of this year the total was 3.93 million tons (+1.5%)
PORTS
Last month the port of Singapore handled four million containers (+3.1%)
Singapore/Hong Kong
A 1.6% decline was recorded in the port of Hong Kong
COMPANIES
AP Moller Capital to acquire majority stake in Globex Investissement
Copenhagen/Casablanca
ACCIDENTS
Ship hit in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
Crew member of the "Minoan Dignity" dies
PORTS
Last month, freight traffic in the port of Barcelona decreased by -6.5%.
Barcelona
In July, 300,961 containers were handled (-13.2%)
COMPANIES
Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund offers to acquire 100% of AD Ports' capital.
Abu Dhabi
He currently owns a 75.42% stake
PORTS
In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of La Spezia grew by +2.0%
La Spezia
Cargo traffic in Tunisian ports is growing sharply
In the April-June quarter it was 7.4 million tons (+8.8%)
PORTS
The port of Koper reports a 5.6% decrease in quarterly freight traffic
Ljubljana
In June the decline was -18.9%
PORTS
Strait of Hormuz crisis has severe impact on DP World's financial and operating performance
Dubai
PORTS
Container traffic at CK Hutchison terminals fell by -1% in the first six months of 2026.
Hong Kong
Excluding operations in Panama, volumes increased by +5%
PORTS
In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Hamburg decreased by -3.1%.
Hamburg
Containers amounted to four million TEUs (-3.7%)
SHIPPING
HMM's revenues increased by 29.7% in the second quarter
Seoul
Net profit down, weighed down by lower financial income
SHIPPING
Evergreen's net profit grew by 43.9% in the April-June quarter.
Taipei
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd benefit from the recovery of the container shipping market
SHIPPING
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd benefit from the recovery of the container shipping market
Copenhagen/Hamburg
The Danish company reports better quarterly performance than its German partner in Gemini Cooperation
PORTS
Freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado remained stable in the second quarter
Genoa
Passenger numbers drop at both ports
SHIPPING
In the second quarter, Yang Ming recorded a net profit growth of +610.7%.
Keelung
Revenues stable in the first half of 2026
ACCIDENTS
Two ships attacked in the Gulf of Oman and off the coast of Yemen
Southampton
A container ship was reportedly hit by an American helicopter
SHIPPING
The Northern Sea Route is not at all competitive with the sea route through Suez
Basel
Study by two researchers from Mokpo National Maritime University
SHIPYARDS
The auction on August 28 is expected to confirm Rheinmetall-MSC's interest in the Romanian Mangalia shipyard.
Bucharest
In the second quarter, vessel traffic in the Panama Canal grew by +9.6%, but decreased significantly in June
SHIPPING
In the second quarter, vessel traffic in the Panama Canal grew by +9.6%, but decreased significantly in June
Panama/Balboa
The ACP introduces new limitations on vessel draft and does not exclude reductions in the daily number of transits.
CRUISES
Contract with Fincantieri for the construction of a third cruise ship for Crystal is now in force
Monaco/Miami
Delivery is scheduled for 2034
ACCIDENTS
More explosions in the Strait of Hormuz area
Southampton/Tehran
Iran-Oman negotiations continue, but reopening to ship transit still seems a long way off.
SHIPPING
Shipping associations reiterate their opposition to mandatory tolls and tariffs for transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
ACCIDENTS
Two ships attacked in the Red Sea
Southampton/San'a'/New Delhi
Indian vessel "Faize Noore Oliya" sunk, Houthis claim attack on "NCC Wafa"
LOGISTICS
Prologis makes $18.8 billion offer to buy Segro
San Francisco
The combination will create a European giant in the ownership and management of logistics properties
SHIPPING
In the April-June quarter, ONE recorded an improvement in financial performance
Singapore
During the period the fleet transported almost 3.3 million containers (+2.9%)
CRUISES
Global Port Holdings' revenues grew by 27% in the first half of this year.
Istanbul
Gross operating margin up 22%
In the second quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.5%
SHIPPING
In the second quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.5%
Cairo
In the first half of 2026, growth was +14.0%
SHIPPING
In the second quarter of 2026, the Bosphorus Strait was crossed by 10,082 ships (+0.5%)
Ankara
In the first half of the year, naval traffic decreased by -0.5%
PORTS
A report by the French National Assembly notes the competitive decline of the state's port ecosystem.
Paris
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
In the first half of 2026, FS's freight transport segment recorded a -2.7% drop in operating revenues
Rome
Traffic volumes amounted to approximately 8.8 billion tonne-km (-7.3%)
PORTS
The EU ETS Observatory confirms that the emissions trading system is having a negative impact on EU ports.
Madrid
The proposed corrections are the broadening of the criteria for the designation of neighbouring container transhipment ports and a percentage reduction factor applied to the volume of CO2 emissions from ships.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' revenues increased by 4.9% in the second quarter of 2026.
CRUISES
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' revenues increased by 4.9% in the second quarter of 2026.
Miami
New historical record of passengers embarking on the fleet's ships
SHIPYARDS
Fincantieri's half-year revenues remain stable
Trieste
Net profit increased by 191.4%. New orders fell by 58.5%.
PORTS
In the second quarter, freight traffic in Albanian ports grew by +8.9%
Tirana
SHIPPING
The US think tank Open Markets Institute proposes the establishment of a public container shipping company
Washington
Rao: Today the United States depends on a cartel of six foreign shipping companies
CRUISES
Royal Caribbean reports record revenue for the April-June quarter
Miami
New all-time peak in turnover in the first half of 2026
SHIPPING
In the second quarter, CMA CGM group revenues increased by +19.2%
Marseille/New York/Los Angeles
United Ports Joint Venture with Stonepeak Completed
PORTS
PortXchange: To immediately reduce shipping emissions, we need to focus on ports.
Rotterdam
PORTS
In the port of Trieste, bulk cargo is increasing and miscellaneous goods are decreasing.
Trieste
In the first six months of 2026, traffic in Monfalcone dropped by 24.9%.
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
Fermerci, freight train transport production in Italy could fall to 2015 levels this year.
Rome
Map: We are faced with data that exceeds all expectations.
SHIPYARDS
Indian government approves $7.2 billion in aid for domestic shipbuilding
New Delhi
Strategy adopted today to revitalize the sector
SHIPYARDS
Two Indian shipyards included in the new EU list of ship recycling facilities proposed by the Commission
Brussels/Washington
Satisfaction of ECSA and World Shipping Council
SHIPYARDS
Hyundai and Siemens sign agreement for AI-powered shipbuilding
Washington
The goal is an autonomous manufacturing system in which all processes, including design, production, logistics, inspection and testing, are digitally connected.
ACCIDENTS
African Union condemns attacks on tankers in Red Sea claimed by Houthis
Addis Ababa
Youssouf: The security of Red Sea shipping lanes is of vital strategic importance for Africa
CRUISES
In Genoa, Fincantieri delivered the new cruise ship Explora III to Explora Journeys.
Genoa
"Explora IV" and "Explora V" will follow in 2027 and "Explora VI" in 2028.
PORTS
In the second quarter of 2019, bulk cargo volumes increased while general cargo volumes decreased.
Rotterdam
In the first half of 2026, 212.0 million tonnes of goods were moved (+0.4%)
PORTS
In the second quarter, Spanish ports handled 144.8 million tonnes of goods (+2.9%)
Madrid
Record for conventional goods and containers (in TEU)
COMPETITION
The EU Commission opens an in-depth investigation into the Saipem-Subsea7 merger.
Brussels
Brussels considers the effects of the operation to be particularly critical, especially in the SURF market.
FREIGHT TERMINALS
Medlog (MSC Group) acquires a stake in Interporto Bologna
Bologna
Caliandro: Industrial development that will allow us to achieve our rail freight traffic objectives
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
The Barcelona Port Authority will acquire 40% of Terminal Intermodal de Navarra.
Barcelona
The remaining 60% of the capital will remain with Hutchison Ports Best
In the first half of this year, Chinese seaports handled 5.87 billion tons of cargo (+3.0%).
PORTS
In the first half of this year, Chinese seaports handled 5.87 billion tons of cargo (+3.0%).
Beijing
New historical records for half-yearly and quarterly container traffic
PORTS
Ports of Italy: The issue of competences divides the reform.
Rome
At the Confitarma conference, Rixi defends the new national control room, while experts and operators ask for clarity on the relationships with the AdSPs and on the resources of the new company.
LEGISLATION
The maritime sector is divided between cautious support and criticism over the EU ETS review.
Brussels/Washington/
Copenhagen/Piraeus/Rotterdam
ACCIDENTS
Yet another attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A tanker was hit and abandoned by the crew.
SHIPPING
ECSA considers the proposed revision of the EU ETS to be a first step, but many others should follow.
Brussels
Raptis: It's a good idea to allocate system revenues at EU and national levels to support sustainable fuels.
PORTS
ESPO: No to lowering the EU ETS application threshold from 5,000 to 400 GRT vessels.
Brussels
Appreciation for measures aimed at reducing evasive ship calls
TRANSPORTATION
T&E welcomes some new proposals from Brussels for the EU maritime ETS
Brussels
The association is more critical of the measures studied by the EU Commission for the aviation sector
SHIPPING
For Assarmatori, the Commission's proposal on the EU ETS is timid, while more courageous measures were expected
Brussels
TRANSPORTATION
EU Maritime ETS: The European Commission partially accepts shipowners' requests.
Brussels
A new €110 million fund for clean fuels, non-permanent exemptions extended to 2035, an IMO deduction mechanism, and crackdowns on "evasive" transshipment ports.
ACCIDENTS
Another ship was hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Tampa
US Marines conducted an inspection aboard a sanctioned oil tanker
PORTS
Port of Gioia Tauro: First connection of a large container ship to the cold ironing system
Gioia Tauro
The ship "MSC Mirja" powered with a total power of approximately seven MW
PORTS
In the second quarter of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2%.
Antwerp
Dry bulk volumes recovered and rolling stock increased. Other sectors declined.
PORTS
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new quarterly and half-year container traffic records
Hong Kong
ACCIDENTS
US forces struck the VLCC Belma sailing towards Iran's Kharg Island.
Tampa
It is operated by the Emirati Max Maritime Solutions which is subject to US sanctions
PORTS
In May, freight traffic in the port of Genoa was stable, while in Savona-Vado it decreased
Genoa
In the first five months of 2026, containers amounted to 1,199,914 TEUs (-2.8%), of which 999,228 (-1.4%) and 200,686 (-9.2%) were handled by the two ports respectively.
CRUISES
Turkey's GIH acquires Royal Caribbean's stakes in Kusadasi and Lisbon cruise terminals
Istanbul
Shareholdings rose to 99.99% and 60% respectively
PORTS
In the first half of the year, Russian ports handled 451.5 million tons of cargo (+5.8%)
St. Petersburg
Record traffic in the second quarter
PORTS
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach dropped 1.7% in July.
Long Beach
In the first seven months of this year, total traffic was 5,758,086 TEUs (+1.2%)
SHIPPING
In the second quarter, RCL recorded an increase in revenues that was outweighed by the increase in operating costs
Bangkok
Net profit down 1.1%
SHIPPING
Danish DFDS's quarterly financial performance improves
Copenhagen
In the April-June quarter, rolling stock transported by the fleet increased by 1.1%. Passengers decreased by 8.9%.
PORTS
Container traffic at HHLA terminals decreased by -8.0% in the second quarter
Hamburg
Revenues increased by 2.5%. Operating costs increased by 5.7%.
COMPANIES
Costa Cruises announces change of management for the Americas region.
Genoa
Jorge Serrano Martín de Vidales will replace Dario Rustico
PORTS
The Livorno Port Authority creates an internal task force for the Darsena Europa project.
Livorno
The aim is to ensure a unified coordination with the commissioner structure that follows the project
INDUSTRY
MSC installs Jotun's proactive hull cleaning system on MSC Daniela
Sandefjord
Combines advanced antifouling technology with robotic inspection and cleaning
SHIPPING
Wan Hai Lines reports a 965.6% increase in quarterly profit
Taipei
The company orders six new 11,000 TEU containerships
PORTS
In the second quarter, cargo traffic in Montenegrin ports decreased by -5.8%
Podgorica
Cargoes to and from Italy dropped by -40.6%
SHIPPING
The Grimaldi Group has taken delivery of the Grande Pacifico
Naples
The vessel is the first of five new sister PCTCs with a capacity of 9,800 ceu
COMPANIES
In 2025, the Fratelli Cosulich group's revenues amounted to 1.9 billion euros (-11.5%)
Genoa
Net profit of 20.0 million euros (-3.0%)
MOURNING
Maurizio Longo, Secretary General of Trasportounito, has passed away.
Rome
He passed away in Rome after a long illness.
PORTS
Terminal Investment Limited abandons Tercat acquisition
Brussels
It provided for joint control of the Barcelona terminal with Hutchison Ports
PORTS
Work has been completed to activate cold ironing at the Porto Corsini cruise terminal in Ravenna.
Ravenna
PORTS
Acceleration of the redevelopment process for the former CIVAM area in the port of Vibo Valentia Marina
Vibo Valentia
The area will be transformed into new yards for commercial logistics
COMPANIES
Maersk Group sells Maersk Training and Maersk H2S Safety Services
Copenhagen
They will be sold to the US Open Gate Capital, specialized in industrial carve-out operations
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
PORTS
In the April-June quarter, the port of Venice handled 6.3 million tons of goods (-1.2%)
Venice
Cruise passengers down by -15.3%
PORTS
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna recorded a sharp increase of +10.9%
Ravenna
In the first six months of 2026 the increase was +5.9%
LOGISTICS
DP World acquires six GXO logistics sites in the UK
Dubai
186,000 square meters and 2,000 employees change hands: this is the transfer imposed by the British Antitrust for the acquisition of Wincanton
LOGISTICS
DHL soars in the second quarter, but not everywhere
Bonn
Revenue and EBIT in double digits. Express performed well, while Supply Chain and Post & Parcel Germany fared less well.
SHIPPING
Global Ship Lease reports record quarterly and half-year revenues
Athens
Rising costs impact profits
PORTS
DP World to build temperature-controlled logistics hub in the port of Antwerp
Dubai/Kallo
SHIPPING
GNV will activate a third maritime service to Algeria on Saturday
Genoa
The Civitavecchia-Annaba line will complement the existing routes from Sète to Algiers and Bejaia.
SHIPPING
Danaos Corporation reports quarterly revenue growth of 4.7%.
Athens
The containership segment remains stable. Bulk carriers continue to contribute.
ACCIDENTS
A bulk carrier hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/London
One crew member is reportedly missing.
PORTS
This year, 800,000 cruise passengers are expected in Messina.
Messina
Passengers make a direct expenditure of almost 16 million euros in the city
PORTS
Container traffic at the Port of New York grew by 1.6% in the second quarter
New York
In the first six months of 2026, 4.43 million TEUs were handled (+0.2%)
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
HZ Cargo and Railtrans form joint venture for intermodal transport
Zagreb
The aim is to activate a traffic of over 500 thousand tons between the ports of Croatia and the markets of Central Europe.
PORTS
ICTSI posts record net income of $363 million (+24.2%) in the second quarter
Manila
ACCIDENTS
Another GasLog vessel hit while leaving the Persian Gulf
Piraeus/Southampton
Damage to the engine room
SHIPPING
Finnlines reports record quarterly revenues
Helsinki
In the April-June period, net profit was 42.9 million euros (+64.7%)
COMPANIES
Spinelli Group approves 2025 sustainability report
Genoa
Production value grew by 5%. New hires increased by 48%.
PORTS
Fabrizio Marilli will be the new secretary general of the Central Adriatic Sea Port Authority.
Ancona
The Management Committee has approved the institution's budget adjustment
PORTS
The Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has adopted the 2026-2028 Port Plan.
Genoa
Projections for 2028 indicate an increase of approximately 150 employees in the ports of the system
PORTS
The Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority has approved the budget adjustment change.
Gioia Tauro
It records higher revenues and higher expenses of 1.69 million euros
EDUCATION
One and a half million euros for training in Tuscan ports
Livorno
The Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority has presented its 2026-2028 training plan.
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
Terminali Italia will manage the Orte intermodal terminal starting next year.
Rome
It has approximately 96,000 square meters of yards and three tracks
TRANSPORTATION
Italy and Tunisia sign a collaboration agreement in the transport and logistics sector
Rome
ACCIDENTS
Another Saudi-owned Bahri ship attacked by Houthis in the Red Sea
Southampton/Sana'a/Riyadh
Yemeni militants' spokesman claimed responsibility for the attack on the chemical tanker "NCC Ghazal"
INFRASTRUCTURE
The final breakthrough of the two main tunnels of the Brenner Base Tunnel was achieved today.
Bolzano
The two construction sites are connected approximately 1,400 meters below the Brenner Pass
LOGISTICS
UPS revenues increased 7.6% in the second quarter
Atlanta
Net profit amounted to $604 million (-52.9%)
LOGISTICS
In 2025, the revenues of the Italian logistics company Nord Ovest grew by +13.6%
Wedge
Net profit down 8.3%
PORTS
Quarterly freight traffic increased at the ports of Algeciras and Barcelona. Valencia saw a decline.
Algeciras/Barcelona/
Valencia
Increase in containers at the Catalan port
COMPANIES
Fincantieri signs agreement with NextGeo's reinvesting partners
Trieste
The operation is part of the development strategy in the diving segment
PORTS
The update to the DPSS of the ports of Sardinia has been adopted.
Cagliari
Resolution of the Management Committee of the Port System Authority
PORTS
ICTSI acquires the ATU12 and ATU18 bulk terminals at the Brazilian port of Aratu.
Sao Paulo/Manila
They will be sold by SIMPAR for approximately 355 million dollars
INDUSTRY
Konecranes reports decline in quarterly financial performance as orders increase
Helsinki
The value of orders relating to port equipment grew by +17%
PORTS
Fourteen regions are in favor and five are against the bill on port governance reform.
Rome
Rixi: Let's now continue the institutional process with the aim of achieving a balanced reform.
LOGISTICS
Kuehne+Nagel's net sales increased by 8% in the second quarter.
Schindellegi
Performance improved markedly in the air freight segment
ASSOCIATIONS
Assagenti's management team has been renewed.
Genoa
The composition of the executive committee and the chairmen of the commissions
PORTS
DP World signs preliminary agreement to build two terminals at Fujairah Port
Dubai
FREIGHT TERMINALS
VIO - Vado Ligure Interport Board of Directors Renewed
Genoa
Pierangelo Olivieri has been appointed president
INDUSTRY
Kalmar's turnover increased by 14% in the second quarter
Helsinki
New orders value stable
OFFSHORE
Saipem wins new offshore drilling contract off Ivory Coast
Milan
It was awarded by Eni Côte d'Ivoire
LOGISTICS
DSV's quarterly performance continues to grow, boosted by the Schenker acquisition.
Hedehusene
Net profit of DKK 2.6 billion (+11.5%) was recorded in the April-June period of 2026.
ASSOCIATIONS
Falteri (Federlogistica) has been co-opted into the Board of the European Logistics Association
Genoa
International collaboration protocol on integrated logistics with ACLI Terra
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta 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
MEETINGS
The conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will be held in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
It is organized by the Casa America ETS Foundation and the Western Liguria Port Authority
MEETINGS
The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.
Rome
Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Empire buys back: After Tata, Adani can rewrite India's colonial past
(The Economic Times)
Govt does not interfere in port management appointments - Loke
(Bernama)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
ASSITERMINAL
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
SHIPPING
GCC urges international community to protect maritime transport against Houthi threats
Riyadh
Reaction to the announcement of a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia
EDUCATION
Fincantieri signs agreement in Qatar for operational management of the Training and Simulation Centre.
Trieste
The center is intended for the training of naval personnel of the Qatari Navy.
NEWS
Over 770 kilos of cocaine seized at the port of Vado Ligure
Savona
Once released on the market, the drug would have ensured criminal organizations profits of 250 million euros.
INDUSTRY
Wärtsilä records sharp increase in new order value in second quarter
Helsinki
Net turnover decreased by -2%
SHIPPING
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build six 13,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
Contract valued at over $1.2 billion
ACCIDENTS
The toll of attacks on ships in the Black Sea worsens
Odessa
Ten dead on board a ship leaving the port of Odessa
ACCIDENTS
Today a new attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The product tanker Kavomaleas of the Greek company Dynacom Tankers Management caught fire
SHIPPING
Confitarma disappointed by the Commission's proposal to revise the EU ETS
Rome
Zanetti: The notable absentee is the competitiveness of the Italian and European shipping industry.
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
ALIS: Commission's proposals on the EU ETS are positive, but serious issues remain.
Rome
PORTS
MIT adopts cold ironing guidelines
Rome
The aim is to ensure clear, uniform and transparent criteria for all Port System Authorities.
CRUISES
In the first half of the year, cruise traffic at GPH port terminals grew by +10.1%
Istanbul
In the second quarter alone the increase was +2.8%
PORTS
Western Liguria Port Authority approves 2026 budget update
Genoa
PORTS
Assiterminal clarifies its doubts about the responsibilities assigned to Porti d'Italia Spa.
Genoa
INDUSTRY
ABB buys British Rotork
Zurich/London
The Bath-based company specializes in flow control and industrial automation.
PORTS
Central Adriatic Port Authority refinances €100 million from the Infrastructure Decree
Ancona
The funds concern seven strategic interventions of the port system
PORTS
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles increased by 3.4% in the first half of 2026.
Los Angeles
In the second quarter, growth was +11.5%
SEAFARERS
IMO and ITF call for an end to attacks on seafarers and transport workers
London
Resurgence of incidents in the Black Sea, Sea of Azov and the Strait of Hormuz region
PORTS
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 0.2% in the second quarter of 2026.
Hong Kong
An increase of +6.5% was recorded in June
PORTS
Uiltrasporti is strongly opposed to the establishment of Porti d'Italia Spa
Rome
Verzari and Gulli: the AdSPs must be coordinated by a public body that can protect port workers
PORTS
CMPort sets new monthly, quarterly and half-yearly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the first half of 2026, 78.3 million were moved (+4.6%)
PORTS
In the first half of this year, the port of Singapore handled 22.7 million containers (+4.7%)
Singapore
Historic record for half-year bunker sales
PORTS
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 10.3% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
Growth of +1.7% was recorded in the first half of 2026
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
The new board of directors of Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane has been appointed.
Rome
Tommaso Tanzilli confirmed as president. Gianpiero Strisciuglio is the new CEO.
PORTS
Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for completion of dredging activities
Gioia Tauro
The expected duration of the contract is 60 days
PORTS
In the first half of 2026, cargo traffic in Turkish ports was 279.1 million tonnes (+1.5%)
Ankara
Cargoes with Italy alone amounted to 23.4 million tons (-2.5%)
SHIPYARDS
The first steel cutting of the Carnival Destiny cruise ship.
Monfalcone
Fincantieri and Carnival celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of their collaboration
PORTS
NatPower Marine acquires Aqua superPower to accelerate the electrification of ports and marinas
Monk
It operates the largest international network of electric charging points in Europe.
LOGISTICS
European Logistics Observatory established
Brussels
The aim is to strengthen the competitiveness, resilience and sustainability of European logistics.
INDUSTRY
Agreement reached at Mimit with JSW to relaunch the Piombino steelworks
Rome/Livorno
Gariglio: Strengthening integration between port docks and industrial areas
SHIPYARDS
Agreement between Fincantieri and the Croatian shipyards Brodotrogir Cruise and Iskra Shipyard
Trieste
Initiative within the framework of the two-corvette program promoted by the Croatian Ministry of Defence
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