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October 31, 2019

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Brokers seek bigger tranche of Singapore's Baltic Exchange's revenue Samudera Shipping posts net loss of US$479,000 as revenues fall 23pc Charleston port receives 3 new quay cranes to handle 14,000+ TEU ships Port of Virginia pays US$25 million for 25 new Kalmar hybrid shuttle carriers ICTSI completes US$250 million berths in its Iraqi container terminal in Basra US$33.2 million trimodal box terminal bids to be EU hub of China trade Pilot and crew ran ship aground because they ignored navigation equipment Drewry: After good start, trade war's impact on trade now wholly negative Nigeria's Kaduna Dry Port seeks to stop loss of 100,000 TEU to Benin LAX air cargo falls 12pc in September and 5.5pc in first 9 months of 2019 Korea's air cargo deliveries fell 5.1pc to 1.06 million tons in third quarter DSV Air & Sea Canada to employ Drone Delivery Canada in Toronto area Volga-Dnepr to axe 100 jobs and further shrink An-124 fleet

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OCTOBER 30, 2019
...partners with Microsoft to build smart logistics platform FreightBro becomes first Indian logistics start-up to join Digital Hub Logistics Hamburg Key SCFI spot rates up Maersk joins forces with industry peers & customers to develop a potential future solution for sustainable shipping Milaha reports increase in net profit for nine month period Key proposals submitted to IMO to enhance exchange & harmonisation of port logistics data Umm Qasr situation may impact cargo movement CEVA Logistics launches an innovative & expert medical equipment installation service in India Dr Sukhbir Singh Sandhu takes charge as Chairman of National Highways Authority of India Netherlands ranked having the best transport infrastructure in Europe Commerce Ministry considering extension of income tax benefits & removal of MAT for SEZs Fitch cuts India's GDP growth to 5.5 pc in FY20, says will pick up to 6.2 pc in 2020-21 Indian investors invited for Panama Canal expansion project

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Latam Cargo flies to Mount Pleasant US short line railroad deploys PTC First Baltic LNG locomotives to run next summer U-Freight launches iShipmore Meantime Communications hires Justin Burns HMM issues convertible bond for new investments Much more capacity for Garuda Indonesia Transnet plans intermodal terminal in Limpopo DHL Express mulls closer cooperation with Migros Sustainable mobility and logistics congress in Bilbao Largest LNG tanker newbuilding Saudia Cargo moves Da Vinci's "flying machines" Chinese cars shipped by train to Russian market Four Parx develops new logistics facility "Curiosity of the Day" Second award for GAC Dubai Swiss World Cargo (re)sets new destinations Jaxport in upbeat mood at the end of fiscal year

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OCTOBER 30, 2019
Going digital now the only way forward for financially strapped ocean carriers WFS joins air cargo war on plastic waste using biodegradable wrap Decarbonisation and greener fuel now looming large on shipping's radar US warehouse supply catches up with demand, but rates remain lofty All the links in your supply chain need to be secure against cyber attacks Don't waste the Brexit extension time, says RHA Maersk forms coalition to find net-zero fuel for tomorrow's box ships On the wires: CH Robinson fumbling around in search of its soul... Against the odds: DSV Panalpina launches drone service... to itself M&A radar: Liberty deal takes Prologis over $20bn in M&A flurry - expect more...

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OCTOBER 30, 2019
Capt. Anne McIntyre is new San Francisco Bar Pilots Business Director A former Columbia River pilot and Oregon pilot commissioner, Capt. Anne McIntyre has joined the San Francisco Bar Pilots as Business Director, bringing with her a strong background in pilot association management Austal USA gets $21.5 million Navy award for LCS 18 PSA Austal USA, LLC, Mobile, Ala., has been awarded a $21,529,121 fee task order under a previously awarded basic ordering agreement to accomplish advance planning, material procurement and work in support of the Will LEO be shipping's new green fuel? A papermaking byproduct often burned in pulp mills as fuel could be shipping's green new fuel. Called lignin, it's an organic copolymer found in wood - and it's what makes newsprint turn Volvo Penta Americas to have new President Martin Bjuve, currently CFO and SVP Business Office. Volvo Penta, is to succeed Ron Huibers as President of Volvo Penta Americas. Huibers, a 26 year Volvo veteran, is moving on to another Stena Ropax set for delivery voyage from Yellow Sea to Irish Sea Stena Estrid, the first of five vessels being built in China for European giant Stena Lines, has successfully completed three days of sea trials in China's Yellow Sea. After performing well in CBP Jones Act proposals could have big impact on U.S. offshore On October 23, 2019, U.S. Customs and Border Protection proposed substantial changes to its interpretations of the Jones Act that will affect both the offshore oil and gas and offshore wind industries. Charles Gittens joins SEACOR Island Lines leadership team Charles Gittens has been named President and Chief Commercial Officer of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., based SEACOR Island Lines. He joins Island Lines with over 15 years of experience in servicing customers with

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OCTOBER 30, 2019
GasLog Partners maintains growth forecast US-listed partnership posts net earnings of $29.4m compared with $33.02m in the year-earlier period Maritime trade forecast to see 3.4% annual growth to 2024 A new normal for maritime transport is in the making, with effects permeating all aspects of the industry, from demand... Navios Containers eyes higher average rates in 2020 US-listed boxship owner says it is 'well-positioned' in a rising market despite third-quarter dip Shipping 'leading from the front' with lending initiative Other industries are being urged to follow shipping's example of aligning bank lending to shipowners with environmental targets Weakening of correlation between LNG price spreads and trade flows Higher spot prices in Asia are no longer a guaranteed draw for LNG cargoes these days The search for shipping's green tipping point Shipping is going to require clean, cheap energy to completely transition to zero-emission fuel options - and much depends on how... Ports in Iraq and Brazil hit by protests Protests have affected operations at the Umm Qasr port near Basra and at the Santos port in Brazil Poland to award first LNG carrier charters in first quarter The Polish state-owned oil and gas firm seeks about six LNG tankers starting from as early as 2022 for its... Newbuilding hiatus could be just the ticket Whereas before size, durability and trade suitability would pre-empt the sign-off for newbuildings, adding fuel choice to the mix has... Significant transpacific ocean freight price rise is forecast Early indications give hope for carriers attempting to raise rates on the transpacific trade Tanker markets can look back on an extraordinary year The pace and duration of further falls of VLCC-assessed rates will be tested by the global economic headwinds and revised oil... Cyber attack on Asia Pacific ports could cost $110bn 'High levels of underinsurance in Asia, which is also home to nine out of ten of the world's busiest ports... Singapore MPA signs decarbonisation and digital tie-up with DNV GL A one-stop digital portal for regulatory transactions in Singapore was also launched Australia starts to supply VLSFO The availability of VLSFO or compliant fuels is increasing rapidly as the IMO deadline approaches, according to IBIA Carrier emissions down 10% in five years Larger, modern vessels and energy-efficiency measures help to reduce box shipping's carbon footprint Daily Briefing Free to read: Manufacturing shift in Asia poses a conundrum for carriers and ports \| Will good times ever return... Data sharing is essential in race to cut shipping's tragedies Shipping needs to establish an anonymous independent database that is capable of collecting data from all sectors, say those aiming... International Propeller Club elects Niels Aalund as president Mr Aalund also produces the highly regarded West Gulf Maritime Association 'Daily Industry Update Report', which briefs the trade on regional... Texas LNG project attracts Middle East investment The firm is awaiting final approval by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for the project, which will liquefy natural gas... Shipping ill-prepared to deal with future challenges A new report underlines the many challenges the shipping industry is grappling with, and warns that it is least prepared...

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OCTOBER 30, 2019
Cosco boosts Q3 revenue despite economic headwinds Truck capacity 'correction' changes little for shippers New vehicle facility doubles Philly port capacity, links rail 3PLs forecast truck softness through mid-2020 Data gaps prevent full benefits of LA-LB port optimizer UN: Shipping must adjust to shifting trade, environmental pressures Cabotage change drives India transshipment growth Flexport approaches rival forwarders for customs help Clean Cargo reports declining CO2 emissions per container Newly combined DSV Panalpina targets trans-Pacific trade

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OCTOBER 30, 2019
Chief executive ascends to board at Fredriksen's SFL SFL Corp's chief executive is taking a seat on the board. The New York-traded owner of bulkers, boxships and tankers disclosed that Ole Hjertaker took departing director Harald Thorstein's position Monday. Hjertaker has been chief executive of the John Fredriksen-backed leasing company since 2006 and had spent the previous three years as the company's finance chief. Thorstein had been on the bo ITF repatriates nine in cases of 'modern slavery' The International Transport Workers' Foundation is trumpeting the repatriation of nine seafarers who suffered "notoroious cases" of modern slavery. In the first instance, the union was able to secure the repatriation for three Pakistani seafarers who worked nearly two years aboard an Iranian-flagged ship without pay. Sri Lanka files 7,573 charges over alleged arms transfers "Over the past two y Sanctioned Cosco subsidiaries back off troublesome tankers Pair drop management of three ships after being blacklisted by the US The four pillars that support Carnival's cultural change Ethics chief says the cruise giant wants to set a new course as a world leader in environmental stewardship UN: global shipping trade suffers in era of uncertainty Report finds stormy seas as owners go up against political and structural headwinds Hurricane Dorian washes out Royal Caribbean results The cruise major took a 13 cent hit on its earnings per share for the third quarter Lindblad expects higher 2019 revenue amid lower quarterly profit Lindblad Expeditions expects more revenue this year compared to 2018 amid lower earnings for the third quarter, thanks to a payment of nearly $5m to Uncle Sam. The New York-based company expects tour revenue for full-year 2019 to come in between $341m to $346m, reflecting a 10% to 11% growth from last year's $309.7m result. New York-listed Lindblad is basing its forecast on an 11% upswing in Lin Cosco's tanker arm reports strong third-quarter results The Chinese state conglomerate's container unit sees flattish profits in the same period Philly Shipyard results improve as yard gets back to work Philly Shipyard has won a new shipbuilding contract since its last earnings report and is no longer idle, but this has not prevented the yard from posting a loss for the third quarter. Philly Shipyard nabs government contracts after lying idle The Oslo-listed shipyard recorded a net loss of $9.0m for the third quarter and a loss of $15.2m for the first nine months of 2019. The results are a ma Navios Containers' results sink amid rising management fees Navios Maritime Containers reported a slump in third-quarter profit, adding to a sharp fall in earnings for the first nine months amid rising management fees. The Angeliki Frangou-led boxship owner's net profit through September dropped 64.7% to $4.57m, driven by a 19.7% fall in Ebitda to $41.4m. Earnings per share (EPS) also took a hard fall, declining 66.7% to $0.13. The Nasdaq-listed company Fredriksen extends $275m Frontline finance by six months Tycoon providing funding until at least May 2021 Euronav's De Stoop tells IMO to focus on 'low-hanging fruit' Tanker executive weighs in ahead of meeting this month to discuss decarbonisation measures Oktoberfest celebrations at Penfield Marine go down a storm Penfield Marine is not a German company - its headquarters are in Fairfield, Connecticut - but the tanker operator has been staging its own version of Munich's Oktoberfest for its pool partners and other guests since its launch in 2012. This year Penfield took the party to the beach in Fairfield near the lighthouse from which it takes its name. Despite some bad luck with the weather - a classic Laskaridis adds to PSV fleet with Simon Mokster deal Greek owner takes another supply vessel for work outside the offshore sector GasLog Partners sticks to growth guidance despite profit dip New York-listed owner still expecting distribution growth of between 2% and 4% for 2019 Fincantieri cries foul but rumours of antitrust probe prove true Italian shipbuilding giant says stock price hit on reports of deeper investigation into STX France takeover Solstad anchor-handlers win long-term contracts in Australia Two anchor-handlers owned by Solstad Offshore have won contracts at the Ichthys LNG development in Australia. Solstad returns to South Africa with Total charter deal Inpex Operations Australia has fixed the 24,000-bhp vessels Normand Scorpion (built 2009) and Normand Sirius (built 2014) on three-year contracts at an undisclosed rate. The two anchor handlers are expected to mobilise from Broom Dof kicks off refinancing plan by decreasing its share capital The offshore support vessel owner needs to reduce its shares' nominal value in order to raise further equity in the future. Teekay Shuttle's Tesla-beaters expose the gulf in 'green' shipping Teekay's four new tankers will cut emissions by more than all the Teslas in Norway, but can crude oil tankers ever be called 'green'? IOPC Funds nears closure on 2007 Hebei Spirit oil spill Compensation payments finalised for South Korea's biggest pollution case Investor Robotti urges Tidewater to merge again US investment advisor writes to OSV owners' board to recommend further consolidation in sector Only owners' greed will stop VLCC rates hitting $300,000 Bulker model and US shale revolution shows that shipping companies can believe in sustainably high rates, Kepler Cheuvreux says Survey surprise: tanker players show more preference for LNG fuel than boxship sector A TradeWinds Knowledge survey reveals tanker market participants are keen for LNG propulsion despite limited intake so far FSO could head to Bangladesh after $3m scrap sale Veteran storage unit needs a clean before beaching Roxana Shipping locks LR1 tanker into period charter Modern LR1 fixed by Koch Industries for about a year Arendals Dampskibsselskab treads cautious path to fleet growth Norwegian shipowner says long-term charters are what will drive potential fleet acquisitions Polembros Shipping makes good on post-panamax growth plan Spiros Polemis-led outfit confirms Japanese and Chinese-built bulkers are now joining its fleet Killing carbon will open new $1trn fuel market to shipowners A shift to fuel ships with non-polluting hydrogen will generate big new opportunities says Bryony Worthington FPSO impairment pushes Ocean Yield to $63m loss Rokke company still trying to find employment for Dhirubhai-1 Cargill's Dieleman urges IMO to act fast on carbon laws or risk chaos Trading giant's Jan Dieleman calls for a clear legal framework on decarbonisation to give business a secure environment to invest for a cleaner industry Boskalis to convert vessel for $334m wind farm contract Dutch owner to work with Hwa Chi Construction on 600 MW plant off Taiwan Ince's Lum joins Clyde & Co as a partner Disputes specialist will re-join Shanghai office in December HHI wins first approval for DSME merger - from Kazakhstan South Korean group clears first regulatory hurdle for huge yard tie-up Nordea adds $254m of provisions after ECB talks Oil and offshore loans continue to weigh on Nordic shipping lender Vitol's Aussie arm now offering VLSFO to owners Viva Energy Australia claims product is the first low sulphur fuel to be produced locally Swire teams with top pulp maker to launch Kiwi-Asia service Tie-up will offer monthly frequency for pulp, timber and forest product related cargoes Parker forecasts bank stampede to sign up to 'green' Poseidon Principles Citi's Michael Parker expects nearly all 'serious' lenders to shipping to sign up to Poseidon Principles in the next year Wisdom set for kamsarmax order double at Tsuneishi Zhoushan Taiwanese owner said to be attracted by Tsuneishi's good price and shipbuilding quality Shortcuts on Berge Bulk handysize landed two men in hospital Injuries could have been worse after fall arrest equipment used found to have been used incorrectly Ageing Chinese ropax sold for scrap as interest wanes for large ferries The Yong Xia is among a handful of larger ferries sent for recycling in 2019 Environmental, economic and cyber risks loom, but shipping fears it's not ready Study for Global Maritime Forum reveals awareness of key issues but admission few are prepared for possible impact. MPA and DNV-GL in decarbonisation and digital tie-up Singapore also launches one-stop portal for maritime transactions as Global Maritime Forum rolls into town

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OCTOBER 30, 2019
Revenues flat, box volumes up, profits down for Cosco Shipping Ports Hong Kong-based port operator Cosco Shipping Ports (HKEX: 1199) has announced mixed results for the third quarter of 2019. Revenues were flat and profits were... Hub Group sees no peak season coming While Hub Group reported a good quarter, its near-term outlook is pretty rough. In short, Hub Group doesn't see a peak season coming in 2019. Navistar skips incentive chase to get electric trucks to diesel price parity Navistar is skipping the chase for incentives on demonstration electric trucks to consult with customers on custom-built zero-emission medium-duty models with total cost of ownership... Building an entrepreneurship ecosystem: Craig Buerstatte urges cities to invest in their future Ecosystems of entrepreneurship are popping up in cities across the United States. Innovation is no longer exclusive to Silicon Valley. Trimble takes revenue hit from challenging market Trimble misses revenue estimates for third quarter of 2019. Lyft gets a lift in Q3, beats estimates on revenue and earning per share But the ride-hailing company still posted a net loss of $463.5 million. COSCO SHIPPING Q3 operating profit more than doubles COSCO SHIPPING Holdings said its third quarter profit more than doubled. Airbus results show uptick in revenue and earnings Results mainly driven by higher deliveries, a favorable mix and foreign exchange rate development Donaldson partners with Geotab for "the best filtration monitoring in the market" Donaldson hopes to release this solution in 2020 for commercial trucks, which will increase visibility for fleet managers and ultimately save money. Drayage Update - The importance of chassis and addressing the shortage Market Expert Henry Byers sits down with FreightWavesTV Anchor Emily Szink to talk chassis. Chassis are an extremely crucial part of the drayage process. This... Device compliance continues to creep up as carriers ditch AOBRDs More carriers install ELDs as compliance deadline nears. Bendix details product updates, pathway forward Bendix introduced several new products and updated a number of others at its press conference at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show in Atlanta. Congressional milestone may lead to billions for port funding U.S. House green-lights measure to improve big-ship access. US House lawmakers take aim at Turkey with their own sanctions bill The PACT Act closely mirrors the unsuccessful Graham-Van Hollen Turkey Sanctions Bill in the Senate. FreightWaves NOW: Freight broker performance and the Drayage Update In this episode of FreightWaves NOW, Meteorologist Nick Austin tells you about an impending snow storm in the Midwest, FreightCaster Kyle Cunningham dives into our... Freight Futures daily curve: 10/30 Spot month Trucking Freight Futures contracts are generally quiet approaching expiration. Heartland Express posts a clean quarter amid "softer freight demand" Heartland Express continues to perform. The carrier posts another solid quarter in the face of a "softer" environment. Mom and pop store digitalization startup raises $40 million in Series C financing ElasticRun is an Indian logistics startup that connects convenience stores within specific regions and relays goods between them based on demand and lull times. Atlas Air loses money from Q3 operations Updated at 8:40 p.m. Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: AAWW), buffeted by a weak global airfreight market exacerbated by trade disputes and disruptions from... Midwest bracing for Halloween snowstorm (forecast video) Several inches of snowfall, gusty winds, travel troubles heading to several Midwestern states as October ends. Orbcomm sells off on quarterly report as it pushes subscription service Orbcomm, Inc. (NASDAQ: ORBC) sees its shares sell off after its quarterly report. The company's transition to subscription service, and the accompanying delay in revenue,... Uber, Lyft, DoorDash try end run of California's AB5 with new bill Backers seek to put ballot initiative to state voters with aim to redefine independent contractor drivers. U-Freight Group unit launches Philippines delivery service Platform addresses lack of delivery options in the Philippines Today's Pickup: Canadian carrier sees Uber Freight as a "game-changer" Montreal-based Transport DSquare got an early taste of the platform on a Mississauga-Montreal haul and sees good things for the Canadian freight market. Jacobs to introduce cylinder deactivation technology, improved engine brake Jacobs Vehicle Systems is introducing a new engine brake designed for lower rpms as well as two new technologies for improving fuel economy and reducing... Hope lingers for trans-Pacific box-rate bump Even with a 15-20% increase in container freight costs from Asia to the U.S., prices would still be far below 2018 rates. Saia third quarter EPS hit by lower shipment weights, facility expansion costs; revenue stayed strong Saia withstands, as best as it can, a weak macro to post decent third quarter results FedEx, UPS begin the great last-mile delivery divergence Expect rate divergences between FedEx and UPS into 2020, led by dramatic changes in last-mile deliveries Commentary: Modern autonomous supply chains need an easy way to enable trust and security Brian Aoaeh writes about threats to supply chains from cyber attacks and the need for increased cyber security. Truck manufacturers lose first round in price-fixing battle Tribunal rules $6 billion class action against manufacturers DAF, Daimler/Mercedes, Iveco, MAN and Volvo/Renault can proceed. Hendrickson launches next-generation heavy-duty rubber suspensions for vocational trucks Hendrickson Truck Commercial Vehicle Systems unveiled its next-generation heavy-duty rubber suspension for the vocational truck market, the Haulmaax EX, at the North American Commercial Vehicle... Why an audit of the supply chain starts with people One way to control supply chain costs is to regularly audit your logistics operations, but doing so, and doing so correctly, are two different things. Size of C.H. Robinson's miss surprises Wall Street analysts Analysts now want CHRW to cut costs. Everoad bags a €100 million contract with Groupe Casino for supply chain digitalization French freight technology startup Everoad has forged a strategic partnership with French mass-retailer Groupe Casino to help digitalize its supply chain. Paws on the ground, nose in the air U.S. freight forwarders have increasingly embraced canines as part of their technology-driven air cargo security programs. Cooper Tire builds its long-haul tire portfolio Cooper Tire has added a long haul tire to its Pro Series, giving it a full complement of tires for each position on commercial vehicles.... Super-powerful cyclone threatens Arabian Sea shipping and ports Ocean shipping along the coast of Oman, in the Middle East and throughout the Arabian Sea, is being disrupted by Cyclone Kyarr - the most... Uber Freight announces Canada and cross-border expansion Bill Driegert discussed both the Canadian and Polish expansions.

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OCTOBER 30, 2019
No impact on Russian FO expected from delay on river fleet sulfur cap Russia's plan to delay the introduction of a low sulfur cap on marine fuel used by its river fleet is not expected to impact the country's fuel oil market. Total Q3 oil and gas output hits record high in 'volatile' environment Total's oil and gas production hit a record high 3.04 million barrels per day of oil equivalent in the third quarter. Crude settles lower following 5.7 million barrel inventory build Crude futures fell Wednesday after the US Energy Information Administration reported a 5.7 million barrel build in crude inventories. Norwegian Hurtigruten targets biodiesel for significant emission cuts Cruise provider Hurtigruten is currently testing biodiesel that could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by as much as 95% compared to traditional marine fuels. Pemex trades HSFO woes for sweet-sour volatility With the new formula, Pemex will no longer have to worry about ongoing volatility in HSFO. Global tonnage tightens on sanctions, tankers barred after Venezuela voyage Chinese major Unipec cancelled its charters with Cosco, a move a number of international trading houses followed. Maersk and partners to develop biofuel for shipping "Our customers' ambitions on sustainability are increasing rapidly, and we applaud this development," Maersk said. Petronas to charter 7,500 cu m LNG bunker vessel from MISC, Avenir: company The vessel will be capable of providing bunkering services to LNG-fueled vessels across Malaysia and transporting smaller scale LNG cargoes in Asia. INTERVIEW: Freepoint crafts strategy to push for LSFO, LNG growth in Asia "In the oil business the most interesting thing now is the IMO deadline," Ouyang said. Japan to review oil reserve systems amid Middle East tensions: METI minister "While we will closely monitor the Middle East situation, we will rigorously consider the future of the petroleum reserves," Kajiyama said. India prime minister seeks Saudi partnership on strategic oil reserves Modi said he was grateful for the project and urged other energy companies to "make the most of the opportunities" in India's growth plans. Singapore delivered 380 CST bunker premium at new record high on tight supply "Demand for [380 CST] bunkers remains firm on the whole, and the delivered market is seeing very good premiums now," a bunker trader said.

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PORTS

Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.

Paris

It will become operational in 2027

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.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.

Brussels

The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation

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.

PORTS

ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.

Brussels

Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.

PORTS

PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously

Genoa

Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.

LEGISLATION

Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation

Rome

The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen

PORTS

Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Los Angeles

Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.

SHIPPING

HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs

Seoul

The ships will be delivered by April 2029

PORTS

Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.

Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter

PIRACY

Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter

Kuala Lumpur

The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk

Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.

PORTS

Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.

La Spezia

A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation

ACCIDENTS

In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.

Batam

This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"

TRADE

South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.

Beijing

Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group

PORTS

Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter

Singapore

By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined

PORTS

In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes

Genoa

Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference

LEGISLATION

The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.

Washington

"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."

SHIPPING

Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.

Oslo

From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton

TRADE

USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China

Washington

100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes

PORTS

Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.

Livorno

Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

SHIPPING

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

Beijing

Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports

PORTS

In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.

Ankara

Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)

SHIPPING

Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue

Taipei/Keelung

In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded

SHIPPING

ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework

Brussels

Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.

ASSOCIATIONS

Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector

Rome

PORTS

In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%

Naples

Cruise passengers on the rise

PORTS

New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months

Washington

National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.

Madrid

The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros

SHIPPING

ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels

Haifa

The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.

INDUSTRY

ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.

Genoa

Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion

Brussels

The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted

MARITIME SERVICES

SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug

Santiago

An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%

Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)

SHIPPING

Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)

Cairo/Ismailia

In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%

PORTS

Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"

Naples/Rome

Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters

PORTS

In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%

Ravenna

Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.

Los Angeles

Invitation to submit expressions of interest

In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.

PORTS

In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.

Geneva

The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)

SHIPPING

ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.

Trieste

PORTS

Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054

Genoa

The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP

FREIGHT TERMINALS

PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.

Padua

PORTS

Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.

PORTS

In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%

Hamburg

Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.

SHIPPING

China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels

Beijing

The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures

ACCIDENTS

New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden

Southampton

UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings

CRUISES

Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.

Hannover/Trieste

With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned

PORTS

GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese

Palermo

The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt

SHIPPING

HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships

Seoul

The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars

Vienna

The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.

In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%

PORTS

In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%

Bremen

Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.

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

ASSOCIATIONS

Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

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

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

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

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

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

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

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.

Genoa

It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard

SHIPYARDS

The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo

Palermo

Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan

SHIPPING

In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%

Hong Kong

Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies

OFFSHORE

Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years

Palermo

Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.

Taranto

Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas

ACCIDENTS

One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies

Amsterdam/London

Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships

PORTS

Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.

Rome

At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.

EDUCATION

The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.

Nola

Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network

SHIPPING

The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.

Vado Ligure

It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock

FINANCING

The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro

Gioia Tauro

The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.

COMPANIES

A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.

Milan

At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport

PORTS

Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.

Livorno

The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.

PORTS

Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor

Rome

Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities

SHIPPING

Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.

Athens

They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.

Rozzano

The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.

COMPANIES

Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025

Milan

Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports

PORTS

The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)

Valencia

In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel

PORTS

The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.

Pozzallo

It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm

CRUISES

Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises

Monfalcone

It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.

MEETINGS

A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

PORTS

Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.

Rome

This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.

EDUCATION

The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.

Genoa

The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed

LOGISTICS

Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.

Genoa

The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector

Rome

Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.

LOGISTICS

Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena

Mesero

Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.

OFFSHORE

Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.

San Donato Milanese

The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023

SHIPPING

The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.

Naples

Serious irregularities found on board

PORTS

Italian Ports:

Ancona

Genoa

Ravenna

Augusta

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

MEETINGS

A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

MEETINGS

The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.

Lugano

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December

(The Business Standard)

We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port

Villorba

The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%

Venice

The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.

SHIPPING

SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico

The Eagle

The sale will be completed in the next few days

MEETINGS

The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.

Lugano

Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland

OFFSHORE

DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.

Ferrara

The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities

PORTS

The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.

London

Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch

PORTS

In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%

Taranto

The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped

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