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BRIEFS
September 8, 2020
Exim Indiaweb site
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
  • Bahri boosts dry bulk fleet with addition of newbuild
  • CMA CGM to launch TURKEY MED EXPRESS service
  • DNV GL gives approval to HHI for a new concept of VLCCs
  • Shippers' council calls for suspension of PSS imposed by lines serving West African Trade Route
  • Two major break-bulk shipping companies join hands
  • All-India roll-out of Faceless Assessment
  • Customs procedure for export of cargo in containers and closed bodied trucks from ICDs/CFSs through Land Customs Stations (LCSs)
  • Pan-India faceless assessment for all imported goods by October 31: CBIC
  • Seafood exports from India seen declining
  • DP World & CDPQ expand their global ports & terminals investment platform
  • JNPT upgrades existing ship maneuvering simulator in major technological push
  • Port of Rotterdam Authority to deepen Amazonehaven basin
  • Unmesh Sharad Wagh takes additional charge as Deputy Chairman of MbPT
  • Bangladesh-Tripura inland waterways route becomes operational
  • CEVA Logistics commences rollout of CargoWise across global network
  • India needs to create environment to foster its position in the global supply chain: US
  • UK's DIT appoints key terminal operators & shipping lines as members of its transport services TAGs

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Algeciras staying on course
  • Polish Cargounit expands its fleet
  • Champ Cargosystems appoints CEO
  • Second Pakistan carrier with widebody capacity
  • FSN Capital invests in MHP
  • Digital platform traigo launched
  • CMA CGM on track in Q2/2020
  • Géraldine Périchon joins Getlink as CFO
  • UK Operator adds theft-resistant curtainsider
  • DB Schenker offers stability package
  • More carriers at the Port of Virginia
  • Outsize milling machine from Belgium to New York
  • Danica strengthens position in the Baltics
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Honours for safe transport of chemicals
  • St Francis Group sells logistics space
  • Neusa begins pharma ops at Chicago ORD
  • A milestone in Taranto

The Loadstarweb site
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
  • DB Schenker targets Damco customers: 'shippers don't need more uncertainty'
  • More blanked sailings and volume volatility - 'that is simply the new norm'
  • Battle of the giants as Walmart Plus readies for US launch, but can it deliver?
  • Champ isn't for sale, says outgoing CEO, but may be open to new investors
  • Strong Q2 for CMA CGM and subsidiary Ceva continues its turnaround
  • Maersk Etienne crisis escalates as three migrants jump ship
  • Amazon Air takes on its own 767-300 freighter
  • Market Insight: AP Møller-Mærsk hires China veteran, covets air and LCL leadership
  • On the wires: Untangled Ceva Logistics - the cracks are well hidden

Marine Logweb site
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
  • Two cruise lines restart Italian operations
    The first European cruise operations by major cruise lines have restarted. On August 17, MSC cruises MSC Grandiosa started a seven day cruise from Genoa, that saw guests comply with stringent protocols
  • Federal charges in deadly Branson duck boat case may be dismissed
    Kansas City National Public Radio station KCUR reported Friday that U.S. Magistrate Judge David P. Rush has recommended that federal criminal charges be dismissed against three men indicted in relation to the
  • Three migrants rescued by Maersk Etienne jump overboard
    Maersk Tankers reports that three migrants jumped overboard from its tanker Maersk Etienne yesterday. They were rescued and brought back onboard the ship where they are being given due care. The incident

Lloyd's Listweb site
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
  • Iran gasoline cargoes sailing for Venezuela raise stakes in sanctions battle
    After the US seized Venezuelan-bound Iranian gasoline cargoes on Greece-owned tankers last month, Iran takes the provocative step of sending...
  • Denmark in talks with Tunisia to accept Maersk Etienne migrants
    With Malta insisting that it was not responsible for the 27 refugees picked up by Maersk Tankers' Danish-registered product carrier...
  • DB Schenker targets Damco customers with 'stability package'
    Maersk's move to shutdown its Damco forwarding business is seen as a competitive opportunity by Damco's freight forwarding competitors, with...
  • Sovcomflot and Novatek order 10 LNG carriers
    The Russian partners confirm orders for another 10 LNG carriers to service the upcoming Arctic LNG 2 exporting facility, raising...
  • Shipping and the law on rescuing migrants
    With Maersk Etienne off-hire for a month after rescuing 27 migrants at the request of Malta's SAR centre, top shipping...
  • World boxship fleet update: Tipping the balance
    Deliveries and orders are increasing as container shipping tries to maintain a fleet at levels that will allow for growth...
  • Container volumes edge up to recover lost ground
    The latest data shows global containerised freight levels in July were only marginally below comparative figures last year, while volumes...
  • Gulf Navigation appoints new board of directors
    The new board, with their extensive experience, is expected to help the company 'make a comeback' following the effects of...
  • IMO urged to intervene as Maersk Etienne impasse deepens
    The International Chamber of Shipping adds its voice to claims that governments have been refusing permission for the ship's master...
  • Golden Ocean hires Avance Gas CFO
    Golden Ocean's chief financial officer Per Heiberg, who has been in the role since April 2016, tendered his resignation after...
  • YC Chang, shipowner and PIL founder, dies at 102
    Will the second generation successor of Mr Chang's empire bring the shipping business through the maelstrom ahead and beyond? SS...
  • Daily Briefing
    Free to read: Greek owners curb Venezuela shipments, keeping exports at 80-year low | Opinion: Malta must take the Maersk Etienne...
  • Shipping must stand for social and political tolerance
    Being close to China used to be an advantage for Hong Kong's success as a maritime and financial hub. Now...
  • Fire on board VLCC off Sri Lanka under control
    No oil spill has been reported as the fire remains localised and the cargo hold is safe. Salvage specialists and...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
  • Asia-Europe trade records first volume growth of 2020
  • LA-LB cements role as top e-commerce port gateway - at a cost
  • Bigger box ships worsen Japan port jams as terminals struggle to cope
  • Rising demand tightens China air freight space
  • Strong wind, steel volumes a bright spot for Brownsville as LNG projects delayed

TradeWindsweb site
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
  • Scorpio Tankers looks to turn around year-long shares slide
  • Total eyes wind propulsion for next-generation LNG carriers
  • Stena banks $1.2bn loan as loss grows in 2020
  • Greek owners call for loan deferrals to help shipping cope with Covid-19
  • Petronas courts early-day offers on LNG carrier newbuildings
  • In the dark: Investigators raise questions over US Navy's reluctance to transmit ship data
  • Sovcomflot and Novatek confirm LNG newbuildings at Zvezda
  • China Minsheng Trust splashes out around $224m on its first-ever newbuildings
  • Fearnleys opens offices in Genoa and Stockholm
  • Navig8 pools push continues with Adhart and Moundreas deals
  • Global cruise activist group forms online to press for change
  • First hydrogen carrier set to ship Australian cargo next year
  • MOL boxship diverted to Colombo after fire in cargo hold
  • Per Fagerlund, shipping's Mr Roro, dies aged 80
  • Galbraiths to open in Singapore as it grows S&P team
  • McGill and Partners thrives in new normal as head firmly set in (digital) cloud
  • Color Group and Fred Olsen aim for bond sales while market is hot
  • Migrants trapped on Maersk Tankers ship jump overboard
  • Avance Gas loses second CEO to Golden Ocean as Simonsen switches
  • Trio of losses rings up $100m in claims for hull underwriters
  • Will simmering tensions between Greece and Turkey hit tanker market?
  • 'E-residents' and zero tax for crew as Estonia rejigs register
  • Lloyd's of London reopens its doors to a new digital world
  • Third survivor rescued from raft after livestock carrier sinking
  • Japan yard names largest LNG-fuelled PCTC ahead of delivery to NYK Line
  • Manila's time bomb defused but LPG carrier's crew still in limbo
  • On board for eight months, paid for four ...
  • Gulf Navigation names new chairman and CFO as it looks for 'fresh start'
  • Margareta Alestig named chairman of Swedish shipowner Erik Thun
  • Covid-19 creating more opportunities for robbers at Manila anchorage

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
  • External: Global Risk Management

›››File
FROM THE HOME PAGE
SHIPPING
ICS satisfied with ISWG-GHG's progress towards decarbonisation of shipping, even if not definitive
London
Platten: Much work still needs to be done urgently by MEPC meeting in April
PORTS
In the second half of 2024, freight traffic in the port of Venice grew by +15.3%
Venice
In the whole year, cruise passengers were 548 thousand (+7.8%)
PORTS
In the last quarter of 2024, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2%
Rotterdam
A decrease of -0.7% was recorded for the whole year.
SHIPPING
HMM in talks to acquire compatriot SK Shipping
Seoul
The transaction would be valued at close to $1.4 billion
SHIPPING
Clean Maritime Fuels Platform suggests actions needed to make clean fuels available for shipping
Brussels
PORTS
The AdSP will become the sole manager of railway shunting in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
Extraordinary maintenance and investments in new infrastructure will remain the responsibility of RFI
MARITIME SERVICES
Cargill and Hafnia joint venture in marine fuel supply
Singapore
Seascale Energy formed
SHIPPING
Coast Guard authorizes use of batteries on board Italian flagged ships
Rome
Adopted a risk assessment approach using EMSA guidelines
PORTS
Joint venture between Marsa Maroc and TIL (MSC group) for the management of the eastern container terminal of the port of Nador West Med
Casablanca
50% of the capital plus one share will be held by the African company
PORTS
Shipping, lack of services and costs for goods checks give a bad reputation to the port of Genoa
Genoa
Botta: wasting time and money on various checks, not having certainty on the times of exit of the goods from the ports makes the situation unsustainable
PORTS
In 2024, freight traffic in the port of Barcelona grew by +8.7%
Barcelona
Sharp increase (+12.4%) in containerized cargo. In the last quarter alone, total traffic increased by +1.2%
PORTS
In the second quarter of 2024, freight traffic in European ports began to grow again
Luxembourg
The main types of cargo are increasing with the exception of solid bulk. Sharp increase in volumes in Italian ports
PORTS
Positive annual economic results for the HHLA terminal group
Hamburg
Last year, container traffic handled by port terminals grew by +0.9%
PORTS
788 kg of cocaine seized in the port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria/Gioia Tauro
The AdSP protests against the downgrading of the local Customs office implemented at the same time as a significant increase in its functions
SHIPPING
GNV to take delivery of last two of four ro-pax vessels ordered 11 months early
Palermo
Catani: modernization of port infrastructures, adoption of cold ironing and development of a LNG distribution network are necessary
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SHIPYARDS
Maersk and Cochin Shipyard Partner Under Indian Government's Shipping Incentive Program
Mumbai
The first repair of a Danish group ship at the Indian plant during 2025
PORTS
Federagenti, speed up dredging by using waste material in port facilities
Rome
Pessina: the case of La Spezia and Genoa can provide an immediate and effective solution
DEFENCE
Contract awarded to Maestral (Fincantieri - EDGE) for the management of the fleet of the United Arab Emirates Navy
Abu Dhabi/Trieste
The order is worth 500 million euros
ENVIRONMENT
T&E, remove deforestation-related biofuels from shipping decarbonization strategy and limit those produced from food crops
Brussels
Dijkstra: IMO should consider climate impact of ‘bad’ biofuels
SHIPPING
ICS confident about outcome of next week's IMO meeting on decarbonisation of shipping
PORTS
In 2024, freight traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -1% while in Savona-Vado it grew by +7%
Genoa
Cruise passengers down by -11%
PORTS
Last year traffic in the port of Koper increased by +3.0%
Ljubljana
Containerized goods were over 9.4 million tons (+5.6%)
SEAFARERS
Assarmatori, the ok to the recruitment of crew members by the ship's commander is good
Rome
Messina: We ask that the measure becomes structural
PORTS
In 2024, the port terminals of the Moroccan Marsa Maroc handled a record volume of goods
Casablanca
Historic peak of containers with 2,898,779 teu (+13)
TRANSPORTATION
ECSA, A4E and T&E urge EU Commission to promote clean fuels for maritime and aviation
Brussels
Raptis: We need huge investments, certainties and simplification of access to public and private funding
INDUSTRY
Kalmar's annual business and economic results decline
Helsinki
Sharp increase in new orders in the last quarter of 2024
SHIPPING
In the fourth quarter of 2024, ship traffic in the Suez Canal decreased by -53.5%
Cairo
Tankers fell by -42.9% and other types of vessels by -58.1%.
SHIPPING
Evergreen Invests Nearly $3 Billion in 11 New 24,000-TEU Containerships
Taipei/Keelung
Taiwan's three major container shipping companies continue to grow in revenue
MARITIME SERVICES
Confitarma, the current regulatory framework for port towing services is more than fine
Rome
Ministerial circular of 19 March 2019 fully suitable for managing tenders
PORTS
Last year, cargo traffic in Croatian ports decreased by -10.1%.
Zagreb
Record number of line passengers and cruise passengers
SHIPPING
MSC Reorganizes Two Transatlantic Services Between Mediterranean and US East Coast
Geneva
Nine-day transit time between the port of Genoa and that of New York
SHIPPING
Danaos Corporation revenues surpass $1 billion for the first time in 2024
Athens
Annual net profit decreased by -8.0%
PORTS
Ro-ro traffic and regional routes increasingly important for the development of the port of Ancona
Ancona
Research presented on the potential of the Marche port
SHIPPING
HMM revenues grew by +39% in 2024
Seoul
In the fourth quarter alone the increase was +53%
PORTS
AP Moller Capital - Bergé y Compañía Agreement to Invest in the Port Sector in Spain and Latin America
Kongens Lyngby/Madrid
Investments through a separately managed fund supported by the Danish company
JOBS
HHLA signs collective bargaining agreement with ver.di
Hamburg
The union had opposed the transfer of shares of the company's capital to MSC
PORTS
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority suspends Istat variations on concession fees
Leghorn
COMPANIES
Nova Marine Carriers, Aug. Bolten and Ership Acquire Maja Stuwadoors Groep
Lugano
The Dutch company operates a bulk terminal in the port of Amsterdam
PORTS
In 2024, container traffic in the port of Algeciras decreased by -0.5%
Algeciras/Valencia
The negative trend continued last month
SEAFARERS
Confitarma, maintenance of the simplified procedure for the enlistment of seafarers is a good thing
Rome
MOURNING
Neapolitan journalist Bianca D'Antonio dies at 83
Naples
Point of reference for courtesy and professionalism also for the shipping sector
PORTS
The AdSP of the Eastern Ligurian Sea has joined the National Observatory for the Protection of the Sea
Rome
The organization promotes the valorization of the sea resource
MEETINGS
Tomorrow in Naples a conference of studies on the fight against illicit trafficking by sea
Naples
It will be held at the University of "Parthenope"
PORTS
Port of Los Angeles Hits New Container Traffic Peak for January
Los Angeles
PORTS
Port of Livorno, in 2024 rail traffic grew by +10.4%
Leghorn
Rail share of freight volumes moved rose to 19%
PORTS
Contract for the immersion in the Ancona reclamation basin of the dredging sediments of the ports of Fano and Numana
Ancona
INFRASTRUCTURE
Federlogistica, the closure of the Busalla motorway toll booth could put logistics in crisis in the North West
Genoa
PORTS
Last year, cargo traffic in Montenegrin ports increased by +2.2%
Podgorica
Passengers increased by +16.1%
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
Investments of 1.4 billion euros for the development of the Logistics Hub of the FS Italiane group
Rome
Investments for new physical and digital assets are foreseen in the 2025-2029 Strategic Plan
SHIPPING
Grimaldi Group extends its maritime network to India
Naples
On February 20th the first call at the port of Mumbai with the PCTC "Grande California"
PORTS
One million euros for the reduction of the amount of anchorage fees in the port of Gioia Tauro
Joy Taurus
Ok to the expansion of the Automar car terminal
PORTS
The AdSP of Eastern Liguria agrees on the need for buffer areas for the ports of La Spezia and Marina di Carrara
The Spice
Areas identified by the body near the port and hinterland of Santo Stefano di Magra
MEETINGS
Conference "Iron-Rubber-Water: Intermodality and the Port of Genoa"
Genoa
It will be held on Friday at the Maritime Station of Genoa
MARITIME SERVICES
Fratelli Cosulich has acquired a controlling stake of 62% of the capital of Femo Bunker
Genoa
It has an annual turnover of over 70 million euros
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
FREIGHT TERMINALS
Nola Interport, in 2024 intermodal traffic grew by +18%
Nola
Road freight traffic stable
PORTS
MSC Cruises' new cruise terminal in the port of Barcelona has become operational
Barcelona
It will be officially inaugurated in the next few months
PORTS
In January, the port of Singapore handled 3.5 million containers (+5.8%)
Singapore/HongKong
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by -10.5%
PORTS
The "mole" for the Bisagno torrent spillway tunnel has arrived in the port of Genoa
Genoa
It is composed of three main pieces of 196 tons
PORTS
Port of Long Beach Continues to See Exceptional Container Traffic Growth
Long Beach
In January, 953 thousand were moved (+41.4%)
SHIPPING
Mercitalia Intermodal reaches agreement with PJM for the digitalization of 600 intermodal wagons
Rome
Between 2025 and 2027 they will be equipped with the Austrian company's WaggonTracker digital system
SHIPPING
Tomorrow CMA CGM will activate a new service between Italy, Spain and Egypt
Marseille
Reorganization of the Bora Med Service line with the inclusion of stopovers in Syria
PORTS
Assoporti at the Fruit Logistica fair in support of the Italian fruit and vegetable sector
Rome
Record export value of 6.1 billion euros in 2024
PORTS
Cargo traffic in Russian ports fell by -1.6% in January
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are growing
SHIPPING
First Newbuild Container Ship Owned by ONE Christened
Singapore
It has a capacity of approximately 13,800 TEUs
PORTS
Call for proposals for the enhancement of the Tuscan Port Community System
Leghorn
Paroli: the TPCS is used profitably not only by our AdSP, but also by those of Naples, Venice and Cagliari
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
D'Angelo (ANSI): Necessary steps forward also in cybersecurity for the port sector
Rome
Threats can paralyze a highly strategic component for the Country System
LOGISTICS
UBV Group buys International Services and Logistics Nardi
Milan
The Milanese company has been operating in the shipping and integrated logistics sector since 1949
LOGISTICS
New logistics area in the Milanese hinterland
London/Milan
Joint venture between SFO Capital Partners, Edmond de Rothschild REIM and GARBE
PORTS
In 2024, container traffic in the port of Valencia increased by +14.1%
Valencia
Strong growth in transhipment (+18.8%)
LOGISTICS
Dutch Raben Group has acquired fellow Dutch DGO Express
Milan
The company provides road groupage transport and logistics services
COMPANIES
Musso (Grendi group): escaping from Genoa? For us it was a stroke of luck
Genoa
Among the initiatives planned for 2025, the relaunch of the container port of Cagliari
ASSOCIATIONS
This year the association of Genoese maritime agents celebrates its eightieth anniversary
Genoa
A series of celebratory events are planned
MARITIME SERVICES
MPC Capital Acquires 50% Stake in Fellow City BestShip
Hamburg
The Hamburg company currently offers services to around 450 vessels
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
Tomorrow in Naples a conference of studies on the fight against illicit trafficking by sea
Naples
It will be held at the University of "Parthenope"
MEETINGS
In Ancona the conference "The port as a strategic development hub for the territory"
Ancona
It is scheduled for February 11th
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Türkiye's largest shipping company moves to Greece, while tourism giant exits
(Türkiye Today)
Billions lost at sea: over-reliance on foreign shipping drains economy
(The News International, Pakistan)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Autorità di Regolazione dei Trasporti
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
PORTS
Port of Chioggia, the call for tenders for the assignment of temporary port work service has been published
Venice
The optimal operational staff of the authorized company is set at 20 units
SHIPPING
Hyundai Mipo Orders Four LNG Bunker Vessels
Ulsan/Tokyo/Oslo
Yara to lease new ammonia carrier from NYK
MEETINGS
In Ancona the conference "The port as a strategic development hub for the territory"
Ancona
It is scheduled for February 11th
SHIPPING
Improvement in the final part of the year is not enough for Eimskip to close 2024 positively
Reykjavik
PORTS
Container traffic at HPH Trust terminals grew by +4.8% last year
Singapore
Revenues up +8.8%
INDUSTRY
Konecranes posts record annual and quarterly revenues
Helsinki
In 2024, the value of new orders fell by -3.9%
PORTS
AD Ports - CMA Terminals Agreement to Manage New Multipurpose Terminal at the Port of Pointe-Noire
ASSOCIATIONS
The Sustainable Intermodality Logistics Association renews its technical commissions
Rome
Francesca Fiorini confirmed as general secretary. 30 new members welcomed
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
Tarros activates a new rail link between the port of La Spezia and the Interporto of Padua
The Spice
The frequency is weekly
PORTS
CMA CGM to continue operating container terminal at Syrian port of Latakia
Beirut
New contract with the General Authority for Land and Sea Ports
SHIPPING
Costamare posts record annual and quarterly revenues
Monk
Last year, turnover increased by +37.9%
ACCIDENTS
Fatal accident in the ship repair area of the port of Genoa
Genoa
Immediate strike by workers in the sector
PORTS
The work on electrifying the docks of La Spezia is proceeding rapidly
The Spice
CUSTOMS
Federlogistica calls for temporary suspension of measure on new classification criteria for customs offices
INDUSTRY
Wärtsilä closes 2024 with record financial and commercial results
Helsinki
The value of new orders acquired in the year grew by +14%
LOGISTICS
DSV Group revenues increased in 2024, but not profits
Hedehouse
Air and sea shipments handled by the Danish company increased by +7.1% and +6.6%
PORTS
Approved for the concession for the automotive terminal of Vezzani in Porto Marghera
Venice
25-year contract
PORTS
Port of Ravenna, estimated growth of +12.9% of traffic in January
Ravenna
Over 1.9 million tons of goods moved
PORTS
Container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro increased by +12.5% in January
Joy Taurus
347,917 TEUs were handled
FREIGHT TERMINALS
The Interporto of Jesi is part of the Unione Interporti Riuniti
Rome
The terminals of Melzo and Rubiera are new aggregate partners of the association
CUSTOMS
Cisl FP Liguria, the downgrading of the Customs offices of Genoa, La Spezia and Savona is absolutely unjustified
FINANCING
Hapag-Lloyd secures 80% financing for construction costs of 24 containerships
Hamburg
The total investment for the new ships amounts to four billion dollars.
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
ONE Forms Joint Venture With LX Pantos For U.S. Intermodal Market
Singapore/Seoul
Boxlinks to provide end-to-end services in the US
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