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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
SHIPYARDS
BIMCO: Legal disputes threaten to hamper progress in ship recycling industry
London
Over the next decade, 16,000 ocean-going vessels will have to be scrapped, more than double the number of those scrapped in the decade just ending.
TRADE
The EU will abolish customs duty exemptions for goods worth less than €150.
Brussels
A temporary solution is being studied to make the measure effective as early as 2026.
PORTS
Significant resources for the expansion of the port of Bremerhaven, also for military purposes
Bremen
Approved financing of approximately 1.35 billion euros
PORTS
In the July-September quarter, freight traffic in the port of Koper decreased by -4.9%
Ljubljana
Container growth
HMM reports a 23.8% decline in quarterly revenues
SHIPPING
HMM reports a 23.8% decline in quarterly revenues
Seoul
In the period July-September the fleet of the South Korean company transported over one million TEUs (+3.7%)
Hapag-Lloyd's revenues fell by 11.3% in the third quarter.
SHIPPING
Hapag-Lloyd's revenues fell by 11.3% in the third quarter.
Hamburg
The fleet transported more than 3.4 million containers (+6.1%). During the period, traffic handled by HHLA port terminals grew by +4.5%.
PORTS
Salvini signs the nomination of eight more presidents of Port System Authorities
Rome
The Chamber of Deputies approved Consalvo's appointment as president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
SHIPPING
Evergreen orders 14 14,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Taipei
Series of orders also for eight ship-to-shore cranes and other port equipment and for 90,500 containers
SHIPYARDS
In the third quarter, the value of new orders acquired by Fincantieri grew by +44%
Trieste
MSC Cruises orders two more World-class ships from Chantiers de l'Atlantique
CRUISES
MSC Cruises orders two more World-class ships from Chantiers de l'Atlantique
Geneva
The contract is worth €3.5 billion. Delivery will take place in 2030 and 2031.
SHIPPING
Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL reported negative quarterly financial performances.
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, revenues fell by -36.6%, -42.2% and -35.7% respectively.
PORTS
In the July-September quarter, cargo traffic in Croatian ports decreased by -4.4%
Zagreb
Passengers on scheduled services decreased by 1.5%. Cruise passengers increased by 7.8%.
In the third quarter, Eurogate and Contship Italia port terminals handled 3.6 million TEUs (+15.6%)
PORTS
In the third quarter, Eurogate and Contship Italia port terminals handled 3.6 million TEUs (+15.6%)
Hamburg
Historic traffic record in Wilhelmshaven
PORTS
In the first nine months of 2025, goods in the port of La Spezia increased by +4.5%
La Spezia
Growth of +6.9% at the port of Marina di Carrara
SHIPPING
Finnlines' revenues grew by 3.2% in the July-September period
Helsinki
Record passenger numbers onboard the fleet's ships. Cargo volumes decline.
SHIPPING
Houthi militias announce cessation of attacks on ships in the Red Sea
Riyadh
Letter from the Chief of Staff to the Hamas Qassam Brigades
PORTS
In the third quarter, traffic in the port of Venice decreased by -2.2%
SHIPYARDS
Fincantieri to build ultra-luxury cruise ship for Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Trieste
Order from NCLH worth between 500 million and 1 billion euros
SHIPPING
Today Washington and Beijing suspended their mutual measures against ships
Beijing/Washington
Application of additional taxes postponed by one year
SHIPPING
The Suez Canal was crossed by the largest container ship in the last two years
Ismailia
The transit of the "CMA CGM Benjamin Franklin" on Saturday
SHIPPING
EU shipping emissions hit record levels, T&E reports
Brussels
The association reiterates its proposal to extend the ETS to smaller vessels
PORTS
In September, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +18.3%
Ravenna
In the third quarter of 2025, growth was +10.6%. A +58% increase in cruises is expected in 2026.
PORTS
In the first nine months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of the Southern Adriatic system decreased by -7%
SHIPPING
Sea-Intelligence: Marked deterioration in the westbound transatlantic shipping market
Singapore
ACCIDENTS
Last year, 13 seafarers died in accidents involving EU vessels.
Luxembourg
Nine deaths occurred on board fishing vessels
TRANSPORTATION
The European Parliament and the Council have reached an agreement on the calculation of greenhouse gas emissions from transport.
Brussels
Incentives are foreseen for small and medium-sized enterprises
AWARDS
The English port of Shoreham has won the ESPO Award for Social Integration of Ports.
Brussels/Rome
Assoporti received a special mention for its project on gender inequalities.
In the third quarter, the Ocean division of the Maersk group recorded a decrease in revenues of -17.4%.
SHIPPING
In the third quarter, the Ocean division of the Maersk group recorded a decrease in revenues of -17.4%.
Copenhagen
Container ship volumes increased by 7.0%. The Danish company highlights the benefits of the VSA Gemini Cooperation.
FREIGHT TERMINALS
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the final text of the proposed law on interports
TRANSPORTATION
ECSA and T&E welcome the STIP plan presented by the European Commission
Brussels
CER applauds measures to accelerate the development of high-speed rail
PORTS
Only one proposal admitted to the competition for the construction of mooring points outside the protected waters of the Venice lagoon
Venice
It will now have to be developed by the proposing entity
TRANSPORTATION
The European Commission presents the plan to ensure the sustainability of maritime and air transport by guaranteeing the production of the necessary alternative fuels
Brussels
The one to accelerate the development of high-speed rail is also ready
In the third quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal grew by +2.5%
SHIPPING
In the third quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal grew by +2.5%
Cairo/Ismailia
10.6% increase in transits in September
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
The first freight train opens the new Austrian Koralm railway line.
Villach
The infrastructure is part of the European Baltic-Adriatic Corridor
CRUISES
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reports record quarterly revenue
Miami
Decrease in passengers embarked
PORTS
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Palermo grew by +3.1%
Palermo
Cruise passengers increased by 8.8%. Ferry passengers decreased by 2.7%.
Italian De Wave Group acquires compatriots IVM, Electrical Marine, O.M. Project, and Cantieri Navali San Carlo
INDUSTRY
Italian De Wave Group acquires compatriots IVM, Electrical Marine, OM Project, and Cantieri Navali San Carlo
Genoa
Pompili: Our strategy is aimed at creating a national hub for the shipbuilding industry.
In the July-September quarter, ONE's revenues decreased by -24%
SHIPPING
In the July-September quarter, ONE's revenues decreased by -24%
Singapore
The company's fleet transported more than 3.3 million containers (+1%)
Stena Line buys Finnish shipping company Wasaline
SHIPPING
Stena Line buys Finnish shipping company Wasaline
Gothenburg/Vaasa
The ferry "Aurora Botnia" will remain the property of the cities of Vaasa and Umeå
PORTS
Global Ports Holding will build and operate a cruise terminal in the port of Ferrol.
London/Ferrol
30-year concession contract
SHIPYARDS
HD Hyundai partners with Siemens to revitalize US shipbuilding
Seongnam/San Francisco
SHIPPING
In the July-September quarter, vessel traffic in the Bosphorus Strait decreased by -0.5%
Ankara
In the first nine months of 2025 the decline was -4.7%
SHIPPING
In the third quarter, naval traffic in the Panama Canal grew by +7.0%
Panama
They transported a total of 62.6 million tons of goods (-0.4%)
PORTS
Foreign traffic at Chinese seaports reached a historic record in the third quarter
Beijing
Containers also reach their maximum peak
PORTS
The approval process for the Catania Port Master Plan has been completed.
Catania
Di Sarcina: We will immediately begin all the planned actions.
SHIPPING
COSCO Shipping Holdings' revenues decreased by 20.4% in the third quarter.
Hong Kong
Containerized cargo carried by the Chinese group's fleet increased by +4.9%
TRADE
US and China to suspend reciprocal taxes on each other's ships for a year
Washington/Beijing
Tariffs introduced to hit Chinese exports will be reduced in exchange for Beijing's aggressive fight against fentanyl.
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
Intermodal transport operators and associations urge the German government to take measures to save the sector
Brussels
Open letter to the Minister of Transport and the CEO of the DB Group
PORTS
COSCO Shipping Ports reports record quarterly revenue
Hong Kong
The July-September period closed with a net profit of 99.2 million dollars (-3.6%)
INDUSTRY
CIMC's container sales decreased by -36.0% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
The reduction is due to lower demand for dry cargo containers
INDUSTRY
Agreement between IDS (Fincantieri) and Next Geosolutions for the development of Unmanned Surface Vehicles
Trieste/Naples
They will be used for civilian purposes in the Oil & Gas and renewable energy sectors
PORTS
A cooperation agreement between the Italian and Indian port systems is being finalized.
Rome
Rixi met with Indian Minister of Ports and Shipping
PORTS
CMA CGM and RSGT partner to operate a new container terminal at the port of Jeddah
Marseille
An investment of 450 million dollars is planned
ACCIDENTS
The stranding of a ship did not interrupt shipping traffic in the Suez Canal.
Ismailia
Accident involving the sanctioned oil tanker "Komander"
Royal Caribbean Cruises Sets New Quarterly Financial and Operating Records
CRUISES
Royal Caribbean Cruises Sets New Quarterly Financial and Operating Records
Miami
Good prospects also for the 2026 season
Freight traffic handled by the port of Rotterdam remained stable in the third quarter.
PORTS
Freight traffic handled by the port of Rotterdam remained stable in the third quarter.
Rotterdam
Containerized cargo volumes remained unchanged. Bulk cargo increased slightly, while rolling stock and conventional cargo decreased.
Pakistan offers Bangladesh the use of Karachi port for its foreign trade
TRADE
Pakistan offers Bangladesh the use of Karachi port for its foreign trade
Dhaka
A direct air link between the two countries is planned.
SHIPPING
The World Shipping Council and the China Shipowners' Association discussed reciprocal taxes on US and Chinese ships.
Shanghai
Beijing has reportedly introduced exemptions for US ships built in China
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
The German Rail Freight Association denounces the failure of the national rail network expansion plan.
Berlin
Westenberger: In recent years, federal governments have instead provided cement for the roads
Ties between the US and South Korean shipbuilding industries are further strengthened.
SHIPYARDS
Ties between the US and South Korean shipbuilding industries are further strengthened.
Gyeongju
HD Hyundai and Huntington Ingalls Industries sign manufacturing cooperation agreement
PORTS
Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal of the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
COMPETITION
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
CRUISES
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
Trieste
Madriz (Trieste Passenger Terminal): ready to provide services wherever large ships choose to dock
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
PORTS
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%
PORTS
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
LOGISTICS
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
LOGISTICS
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.
TRUCKING
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
PORTS
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.
PORTS
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
PORTS
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%.
PORTS
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
PORTS
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
TRADE
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
SHIPPING
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.
CRUISES
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
SHIPPING
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.
LOGISTICS
DHL Group revenues decreased by 2.3% in the third quarter
Bonn
Net profit was 888 million euros (+9.5%)
SHIPYARDS
Fincantieri and KAYO sign agreement for the construction and maintenance of military vessels in Albania.
Trieste
PORTS
The Municipality of Civitavecchia denounces that the Fiumicino cruise port project undermines the foundations of the law on ports
PORTS
CMA Terminals (CMA CGM Group) to acquire 20% of Container Terminal Hamburg
Marseille/Hamburg
Agreement with the German Eurogate
NEWS
Over 175 kilos of cocaine seized at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Reggio Calabria/Cagliari
Over 8,500 counterfeit items intercepted at Cagliari's Porto Canale
SHIPPING
Global Ship Lease reports record quarterly revenue again
Athens
Youroukos emphasizes the solidity and excellent prospects of the small and medium-sized containership market
PORTS
In the third quarter, Montenegro's ports handled 675 thousand tons of goods (+4.1%)
Podgorica
80.0% growth in cargoes to Italy
MARITIME SERVICES
Svitzer acquires 66.6% of Norwegian towing company Buksér og Berging
Copenhagen
It has a fleet of approximately 35 tugboats and 25 pilot boats
SHIPYARDS
The keel-laying ceremony for the new oceanographic vessel Arcadia took place in Piombino.
Piombino
Construction entrusted to T. Mariotti
PORTS
The Management Committee of the Central Adriatic Port Authority has approved the 2026 budget forecast.
Ancona
An administrative surplus of 32.2 million is expected
MEETINGS
The UNIPORT public meeting will be held in Rome on November 19th.
Rome
Among the topics at the centre of the meeting was the port system reform project.
CRUISES
Cruise passenger traffic at GPH terminals stable in the summer quarter
Istanbul
1,503 stopovers were recorded (+9.6%) for a total of 4.66 million passengers (+0.8%)
SHIPPING
Ocean Network Express establishes its own shipping agency in Greece
Singapore
It will take over the activities of the ENA Shipping Agency
SHIPPING
Regional Container Lines orders two new 14,000 TEU containerships from KSOE
Bangkok/Seongnam
SHIPPING
MSC includes calls at Bremerhaven, Limassol and Beirut in the Levante Express service
Geneva
The line connects Northern Europe with the Mediterranean
PORTS
AD Ports to acquire 20% stake in Latakia International Container Terminal
Abu Dhabi
Agreement with the CMA CGM shipping group
PORTS
The Eastern Liguria Port Authority approves the 2026 budget and three-year plan.
La Spezia
The decree has been signed to begin construction on the new high-voltage electricity grid in the port of La Spezia.
PORTS
A new SDC Customs Service Containers warehouse has opened in Porto Marghera.
Venice
It will be used for the storage and movement of goods at room temperature
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Visual Sailing List
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Arrival ports by:
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- country
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COMPANIES
Moby is selling five ferries at a starting price of €229.9 million.
Vicenza
Sale and lease-back agreement expected for two of the vessels
SHIPPING
d'Amico International Shipping's quarterly financial results decline
Luxembourg
Mottola Crossbow: The fundamentals of the tanker industry remain solid.
COMPANIES
ICTSI posts record quarterly financial and operating performance
Manila
In the period July-September, container traffic in the group's terminals grew by +12.3%
COMPANIES
Denmark's DFDS to cut 400 jobs
Copenhagen
The group is looking for a new CEO. Record revenues were recorded in the July-September quarter.
LOGISTICS
CEVA Logistics has completed the acquisition of Turkey's Borusan Logistics.
Marseille
Operation worth 383 million dollars
LOGISTICS
1,100 cars from the Chinese car manufacturer Dongfeng were unloaded in the port of Livorno
Livorno
Traffic is managed through the "Il Faldo" logistics area operated by XCA
TRUCKING
Assiterminal, the MIT note clarifies that the 90-minute grace period applies only to waiting times
Rome/Genoa
Ferrari: The Conference of Port Authority Presidents could consider a sort of national program agreement.
COMPANIES
Harren assigns a single brand to its heavy lift companies
Bremen
The fleet of 80 vessels will be operated under the single SAL brand.
SHIPPING
Wallenius Wilhelmsen's revenues fell by 2% in the third quarter.
Lysaker
Net profit was $280 million (+8%)
PORTS
ESPO has presented its new annual environmental report
Brussels
Climate change remains the top priority for European ports to address
PORTS
Over €60 million from the PNRR for the ports of Naples and Salerno
Rome
Rixi: Let's make more effective use of European resources and accelerate the implementation of strategic projects.
EDUCATION
Agreement between Escola Europea and DLTM to promote international mobility and maritime training
La Spezia
Synergies between the Ligurian maritime cluster and the port and training community of Barcelona
LOGISTICS
UPS has completed its acquisition of Canada's Andlauer Healthcare Group.
Atlanta/Toronto
Operation worth 1.6 billion dollars
SHIPPING
CMA CGM to register ten new 24,212 TEU containerships in the French International Register
Marseille/Copenhagen
The company will take delivery of them starting from 2026
MEETINGS
The National Maritime Fund has organised a meeting with the ITS Mare and the maritime training centres
Rome
It will be held on December 3rd in Rome
CRUISES
Two MSC Cruises Musica-class cruise ships undergoing refurbishment in Malta
Geneva
Work at Palumbo Malta Shipyard includes the construction of new suites
PORTS
Increase in freight traffic in Tuscan ports over the past six months
Livorno
In the first six months of 2025, growth of +2.0% was recorded in Livorno and +4.9% in Piombino
INDUSTRY
Kalmar closes the third quarter with higher financial results and lower orders
Helsinki
The contribution of the services segment offset the lower performance of equipment sales
SHIPPING
COSCO Strengthens Its Bulk Fleet with Orders for 29 Vessels
Shanghai
Orders worth a total of over $1.7 billion for 23 bulk carriers and six VLCCs
PORTS
Tito Vespasiani has been appointed Secretary General of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority.
Genoa
The 2026 budget and the 2026-2028 three-year operational plan were approved.
CRUISES
Assiterminal: Technical roundtable on cruise tourism is a success.
Genoa
An important step - Cognolato highlighted - to enhance the territories and promote an integrated vision of the sector.
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Fincantieri signs agreement to develop Saudi Arabia's maritime ecosystem
Trieste
It was signed with the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources of Riyadh
SHIPPING
Yang Ming Signs Contracts for Six New 8,000 TEU Container Ships
Keelung
They will be delivered from 2028 and will replace 5,500 TEU ships
PORTS
Rijeka Gateway Terminal officially opened
River
It is operated by the joint venture between APM Terminals and Enna Logic
PORTS
New historical records for quarterly traffic of goods and passengers in Albanian ports
Tirana
2.25 million tons of cargo (+16.7%) and 1.01 million people (+6.4%) moved
PORTS
The Management Committee of the Southern Adriatic Port Authority takes shape
Bari
The designations of some local administrations are still missing
PORTS
The Senate's VIII Commission approved the appointment of eight Port System Authority presidents.
Rome
Parliamentary process completed
COMPANIES
Carole Montarsolo has been appointed general manager of GNV Morocco
Genoa
Know-how from over ten years of relationships and direct presence in the area
PORTS
The concession term for Metal Carpenteria in the port of Crotone has been extended.
Gioia Tauro
The deadline has been extended to November 14, 2033
PORTS
In the period July-September, freight traffic in Tunisian ports grew by +5.4%
La Goulette
Cruise passengers decreased by -10.5%
INDUSTRY
Wärstilä Corporation closed the third quarter with sales of over 1.6 billion euros (-5.0%)
Helsinki
LOGISTICS
UPS's latest quarterly financial performance declines
Atlanta
Revenues down by -3.7%
ASSOCIATIONS
Götz Becker appointed chairman of Interferry
Victoria
The president is Supapan Pichaironarongsongkram, who takes over from Guido Grimaldi
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Accelleron and LAB021 partner to develop digital solutions to improve fleet operational efficiency.
PORTS
The 2026 budget forecast for the Sardinian Sea Port Authority has been approved.
Cagliari
Among the objectives, the strengthening of operational infrastructures on land and dredging
MEETINGS
Conference on the culture of prevention in the Italian logistics supply chain
Rome
Organized by Sanilog, it will be held on November 13th in Rome
SHIPPING
The PCTC Grande Melbourne was christened and delivered to the Grimaldi Group in China.
Naples
It has a capacity of 9,241 CEUs
CRUISES
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.
PORTS
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
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
PORTS
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.
LOGISTICS
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
INDUSTRY
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
SHIPPING
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.
PORTS
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
SHIPPING
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
PORTS
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.
PORTS
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"
PORTS
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
MEETINGS
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
INDUSTRY
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
ASSOCIATIONS
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
PORTS
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%
PORTS
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.
PORTS
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.
SHIPPING
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
MARITIME SERVICES
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
PORTS
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
TAXES
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
COMPANIES
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
ACCIDENTS
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
PORTS
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
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 UNIPORT public meeting will be held in Rome on November 19th.
Rome
Among the topics at the centre of the meeting was the port system reform project.
MEETINGS
The National Maritime Fund has organised a meeting with the ITS Mare and the maritime training centres
Rome
It will be held on December 3rd in Rome
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Three UAE Firms Eye Investment In Kenya's Port, Renewable Energy, And Shipping Projects
(Capital FM Kenya)
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
ASSITERMINAL
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
INDUSTRY
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
SHIPYARDS
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
PORTS
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
PORTS
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
PORTS
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
PORTS
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
SHIPYARDS
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
PORTS
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
SHIPPING
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
TRUCKING
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.
ASSOCIATIONS
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
PORTS
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
COMPANIES
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
SHIPPING
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
TRUCKING
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
SHIPYARDS
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
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