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December 18, 2020
Exim Indiaweb site
DECEMBER 17, 2020
  • Empty container shortages seen persisting into January
  • Evergreen takes delivery of two more 12,000-TEU newbuildings; to upgrade its Trans-Pacific services
  • Global Shippers Forum & MDS Transmodal join hands to bring out new quarterly review of global container shipping market
  • High spot rates from Asia to North Europe causing trouble for trade
  • Onion import conditions relaxed to counter high market prices
  • APM Terminals Pipavav handles highest number of double-stack trains in Nov.
  • Direct connection commences between Port of Le Havre & Russia and Finland
  • DPT Board deliberates on key issues
  • JNPT-Antwerp Port Training & Consultancy Foundation announces online course in break-bulk handling
  • DP World wins recognition for overall excellence in supply chain & logistics; best safety practices; training & skill development
  • Maersk enters into partnership with Novo Nordisk on global cold chain logistics
  • FY21 GDP contraction estimate revised upwards
  • WCO publishes updated version of Coordinated Border Management (CBM) Compendium

International Transport Journalweb site
  • 19 million bottles

The Loadstarweb site
DECEMBER 17, 2020
  • New drone footage shows ONE Apus loss could be worse than feared
  • Carriers must keep returning empty boxes to avoid shortage going into February
  • UK shippers demand parliamentary inquiry into port congestion
  • 'A milestone' as AirBridgeCargo deploys first B777F on Trans-Siberian route
  • Wider digitalisation has been forced upon ports by Covid pandemic
  • Cargojet digs deep and finds extra capacity to give busy DHL a lift
  • Priority Freight teams up with Jota to provide post-Brexit UK-EU air bridge
  • FedEx signs domestic deal with Qantas Freight
  • On the wires: Nippon Express & Kintetsu World Express - all you need to know
  • 2020 radar: What we went through - and what's next

Marine Logweb site
DECEMBER 17, 2020
  • Louis Dreyfus enters offshore wind crew transfer market
    France's Louis Dreyfus Armateurs Group and has partnered with U.K.-based Tidal Transit to sign a contract with GE Renewable Energy (GE) for two Crew Transfer Vessels for the Saint-Nazaire offshore wind farm.
  • NETSCo and LR to develop Jones Act compliant WTIV
    Lloyd's Register North America, Inc. (LR) has signed an agreement for a joint development project (JDP) with Northeast Technical Services Co., Inc. (NETSCo) to design and develop a Jones Act compliant wind
  • VIDEO: Great Lakes Towing christens two latest hybrid tugs
    Sister companies Great Lakes Towing Company and Great Lakes Shipyard yesterday joined together at their Cleveland, Ohio, facilities to celebrate the christening of the new tugs Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. Customers, vendors, community,
  • Van Oord orders cable layer at Vard
    Rotterdam-based Van Oord, a leading player in the market for laying and burying offshore wind power cables, has placed an order with Fincantieri Group member Vard for design and construction of a
  • Inmarsat acts to help two start-ups accelerate shipping decarbonization efforts
    As part of this year's "Decarbonizing Shipping" initiative run by venture developer Rainmaking Innovation Limited, mobile satellite communications leader Inmarsat. Inmarsat, has fast-tracked two start-ups to Certified Application Provider (CAP) status. The
  • Dr. Rick Bucher to take helm as Victaulic CEO
    Easton, Pa., headquartered mechanical pipe-joining solutions specialist Victaulic reports that Dr. Rick Bucher will succeed Dr. John F. Malloy as CEO, effective January 31, 2021. Bucher was named President of Victaulic in
  • Still owing around $1.3 billion, Bourbon will shed more vessels
    French offshores services leader Bourbon Maritime says that its recovery plan and a conciliation protocol signed with its creditors were validated on December 14 by the Commercial Court of Marseilles. Bourbon says

Lloyd's Listweb site
DECEMBER 17, 2020
  • US Gulf Coast refineries see reduced need for imported crude, consultant says
    The situation underlines a reversal in the petroleum shipping that has taken place since 2005 when marine terminals along the...
  • Dubai shipowner linked to Iran product tanker logistics chain
    One tanker was involved in an aborted ship-to-ship transfer with a Maersk Tankers vessel in December, suggesting other tanker operators...
  • Signal adds emissions calculator to spot market platform
    New tool can help charterers evaluate environmental footprint of bulkers or tankers available for their cargoes. It will be upgraded...
  • Marine fuel economics support LNG as propulsion alternative
    Investment economics still require a 20-year time horizon, with take-up also depending not only on the availability of LNG but...
  • ILO slams governments for failing seafarers
    The International Chamber of Shipping and the International Transport Workers' Federation welcome the direct rebuke of governments who are not...
  • Skuld combined ratio hits 118% at nine-month stage
    Returns from commercial operations and investment cushion members from worst impact of surge in pool claims, says chief executive Ståle...
  • UK ports reject retailer demands for congestion inquiry
    No government inquiry is needed into port congestion and delays at Felixstowe and Southampton, which are part of a wider...
  • Fleet scarcity to boost 2021 LPG freight rates
    Strong LPG fundamentals are expected to present the segment with healthy demand in the coming year, while tight fleet supply...
  • Maersk Tankers-operated vessel aborts transfer of sanctioned Iranian cargo
    The incident ensnares the reputable Danish shipping company in the subterfuge world of sanctions-busting after risk compliance measures failed to...
  • Capacity management will be box shipping's new normal
    Tight cost controls and strict capacity management got container lines through the crisis of 2020. Yet while the outlook for...
  • LNG industry finds light in the dark
    Next year will see fewer cargo cancellations as existing LNG plants ramp up output, which will help boost LNG fleet...
  • Alternative finance is on the rise as Chinese lessors falter
    Ship finance has ceased being a matter of banks or public markets and experts say there are potential sources of...
  • Expansion in US LNG exports drives winter shipping rates
    US-Far East trade has risen this winter, fed by a wider east-west arbitrage window
  • Daily Briefing
    Free to read: Read our 2021 Tanker Outlook | Is the UK really taking on Singapore? | Exclusive interviews with...
  • Keppel O&M lands $600m wind vessel order
    Construction on the vessel is already under way at Keppel AmFELS in Brownsville, Texas. The newbuilding is touted as the...
  • Rongsheng Petrochemical eyes chartering 10 VLCCs
    Tanker experts have questioned Rongsheng's plans to order 30 VLCCs to serve its own refining projects. Some ships might have...
  • US sanctions four companies for supporting Iran's petrochemical sector
    The announcement comes as Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says his country is not 'excited' by Joe Biden taking over at...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
DECEMBER 17, 2020
  • Truckload driver pay, job turnover rate both rising
  • Carriers' on-time reliability falls to record lows in November
  • US regulators warn container lines on obligation to serve exporters
  • AscendTMS-Convoy integration shows small carrier software momentum
  • Maersk extends European intermodal footprint with Duisport deal

TradeWindsweb site
DECEMBER 17, 2020
  • Capesize congestion worsens amid bad weather, Covid delays
    Number of capesize bulkers clogging Australian ports has doubled from last week, brokers say
  • Star Bulk Carriers buys three capesizes in ships-for-shares deal with ER Capital
    Greek bulker owner has had options to acquire the vessels since August 2018 and is finally pulling the trigger on the deal
  • Diana Shipping continues capesize fixture with Koch Shipping
    New York-listed bulker owner has five other ships chartered to the commodities trader
  • Gunvor buys into ship tech venture led by Olympic champion sailor
    Trading giant has acquired a minority stake in Artemis Technologies, which is developing zero-emissions ferries in Belfast
  • UN agency rules governments' handling of crew crisis is 'unlawful'
    Landmark judgement orders governments to provide medical services to crew and repartriate stranded seafarers
  • Gil Ofer reveals line-up for second year of EPS tech start-up project
    Maritime accelerator scheme involves companies trying to launch robotics, AI and machine vision businesses.
  • Thenamaris pares down swoop on Greathorse capesizes
    Major Greek shipowner picks up only one in four bulkers it tied up on subjects in early November
  • Maran, Ridgebury and BULL dispose aged tankers in resilient asset market
    Old tonnage still can command a decent price but outlook is weak due to earnings prospects
  • Greek tanker confirmed boarded for third time, despite false alarm claim
    Gunman caught on handysize tanker's CCTV off Nigeria
  • Restructured Bourbon to sell or scrap more than 100 ships
    Bank-owned offshore vessel giant has seen debt cut by more than $1.8bn, but still wants to reduce its vessel count
  • Former Bourbon PSV quartet sells at auction after 65% price cut
    Sixth time lucky for Chinese lender ICBC as offshore vessels finally find buyers
  • Shearwater seals $437m refinancing after WesternGeco takeover
    Geophysical shipping company taps lenders for new facility over two and four years
  • New Oman Shipping boss plots fleet renewal and charter talks
    Shipowner says it is focusing on eco vessels and persuading charterers to renew deals
  • Breakers continue to gobble up capesizes in busy market
    Alpha Bulkers and NYK shed older units, with more to come
  • Seaspan selling $200m of bonds to fund potential acquisitions
    Containership owner looking to diversify capital base at attractive price
  • Industry think tank established to pave way for global vaccine roll-out
    Shipping groups seek solutions to problems posed by inoculation challenge
  • Hellenic Shipyards sale may hit snag after receiving single bid
    Greek shipping investor Theodore Priovolos offers $18.4m upfront for Stavros Niarchos-founded yard, but the government in Athens may find this is too little
  • Bulker orders stack up in China as Jiangsu Ocean splashes out ultramaxes
    Order for four ships split between two shipyards in the Cosco stable
  • Reborn Kleven yard secures new order as Age Remoy moves into wind sector
    Shipbuilder bought by Green Yard in the summer wins vital new work
  • Okeanis recoups 65% of $40m scrubber costs as profit soars in 2020
    Greek owner makes back $26m of capex as earnings set to top $100m
  • Royal Caribbean moves ahead with vessel sales as restart date drags into 2021
    Miami-based cruise operator sells two oldest ships in flagship brand for what appears to be further trading
  • Keppel Corp to build $450m WTIV at US shipyard
    Singapore company lifts veil on identity of company behind renewable vessel order announced in October
  • Late VLCC surge adds sparkle to a dismal year for shipbuilders
    Hyundai Samho nets fresh contract with Asian owner in end-of-year dash for newbuildings
  • MOL takes delivery of Japan's 'first' LNG-fuelled coastal bulker
    Ship will deliver imported coal to countries largest coal-fired power plant in Aichi prefecture

American Shipperweb site
DECEMBER 17, 2020
  • Container ships suffer record delays as demand spikes
    Will your cargo ship arrive on time? Globally, the chances are now 50-50. In the Asia-U.S. container trade, it's less than one in three.
  • US offers vaccine makers supply chain support as delivery tempo increases
    Operation Warp Speed and the delivery of the Pfizer COVID vaccine are clicking on all cylinders, but that doesn't mean production and distribution are going...
  • Qantas Freight renews domestic air contract with TNT/FedEx Australia
    FedEx Express and TNT Express are integrating. They will continue to outsource airfreight to Qantas under a new deal.

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
DECEMBER 17, 2020
  • OIL FUTURES: Front-month WTI settles above $48/b for first time since February
    Front-month NYMEX WTI settled above $48/b on Dec. 17 for the first time since February amid a bevy of bullish news on the new vaccine rollout, a potential deal on a US coronavirus stimulus package and optimism on a post-Brexit trade agreement finally being reached between the United Kingdom and the European Union.
  • TENDER DATA: S Korea's EWP buys 540 CST LSFO for December
    Korea East-West Power Co. bought low sulfur fuel oil, or LSFO, for December as South Korea shuts coal power plants this month, a company source said.
  • REFINERY NEWS: South Africa's Cape Town still closed
    South Africa's Astron Energy Cape Town refinery remained closed, the company said Dec. 17, but work has commenced on a plan for a safe restart though "it remains too early to determine when that will be".
  • First VLGC powered by LPG headed from US toward Panama Canal: Platts cFlow
    **BW Gemini departed Enterprise facility Dec. 13 **Achievement bullish for propane demand
  • Gunvor invests in Artemis Technologies' push for low-carbon ships
    **Project targets vessels with zero emissions during operation **IEA predicts over 60% of emissions savings in 2070 to come from technologies unavailable
  • FEATURE: Politically fractured Iraq's fiscal struggles strain its OPEC commitment
    **Compliance with OPEC+ oil cuts seen waning **Competing US, Iran influence complicate policy **Oil and gas investments may be at risk
  • Naphtha export port Algeria's Skikda resumes ops after weather delays
    **Delays not impacting NWE prices despite stronger crack margin **Naphtha arb cargoes to the East delayed from Algeria
  • Okeanis Eco Tankers recoups 64% of scrubber capex within two years
    **Payback expected to be 4-6 years **Hi-5 72% lower than at start of year
  • FEATURE: Bunkers may face bearish 2021 on VLSFO supply boost, mixed shipping prospects
    **Mostly firm sentiment for 3.5%S fuel oil **Oil inventories to weigh on tanker demand **Bullish streak in containers should last into Q1
  • REFINERY NEWS: Falconara desulfurization unit operational after works: source
    API's 85,000 b/d refinery in the Italian coastal town of Falconara Marittima has completed works on its U2500 desulfurization unit and restarted it successfully after the maintenance and upgrade cycle, according to information provided by sources to S&P Global Thursday.
  • Probunkers submits request for Singapore LNG bunkering license
    Probunkers said Dec. 16 it has submitted a request to provide LNG bunkering operations in the Port of Singapore.
  • REFINERY NEWS ROUNDUP: Some maintenance ends in Europe, TAL shipments resume
    Some maintenance has finished in Europe with refineries restarting but temporary closures remain in force at a number of plants, both full and partial.
  • REFINERY NEWS: Dutch Pernis completes work on unspecified unit
    Shell's Pernis refinery in the Netherlands has completed works on a unit that started mid-October, it said earlier this week, without specifying which unit.
  • Japan's domestic clean product shipments fall in Oct on weak jet fuel demand
    Japan's total clean product domestic shipments fell 9% on the year to 5.02 million kl, or 31.58 million barrels, in October due to the weak domestic jet fuel demand, according to the latest data from the Japan Federation of Coastal Shipping Associations.
  • Prince Abdulaziz says OPEC+ committed to stable oil market, even with disagreements
    **OPEC+ should stay proactive, energy minister says **Saudi Arabia targets market stability, not specific oil price **Saudi budget slashes spending to narrow deficit
  • Container shipping strength to last into Jan-Feb: analysts
    **Sharp price rise implies cargoes being rolled over **Active capacity repositioning may incommode backhaul shippers
  • Biden hones climate focus with recent slate of expected energy post picks
    **Granholm has record spurring renewables, EVs **McCarthy advanced key Obama climate rules **Buttigieg championed strong decarbonization goals
  • Malaysia frets over excess transport fuel supply after Oct refinery output hike
    **Gasoline output up 16% on month but driving activity tumbles **Domestic refiners plan to lower run rates in near term **Higher fuel exports weigh on regional gasoline market structure
  • Eight energy majors agree energy transition principles, action on emissions
    **Seven European majors plus Occidental sign up **Focus on reducing emissions, transparency **Carbon intensity metrics to be developed
  • TENDER DATA: Sri Lanka's Ceypetco buys 180 CST HSFO for Dec 27-28
    Ceypetco is procuring fuel oil on behalf of West Coast Power Pvt. Ltd. and other local power companies for power generation.
  • ITALY DATA: Oil product demand falls 16% in Nov amid restrictions: Unione Petrolifera
    Italy's demand for refined oil products in November fell 16%, dropping 766,000 mt year on year to 4 million mt, curbed by new COVID-19 restrictions rolled out by the government, according to industry group Unione Petrolifera.
  • FEATURE: More gloom for European refiners in 2021 on weak margins, new capacity
    **COVID-19 exacerbates 'structural weakness' **More capacity expected to close in coming years **New refineries, upgrades elsewhere pose challenges

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PORTS
In 2025, container traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado Ligure reached a historic record of almost three million TEUs
Genoa
Cruise passengers increased by 6.1%; ferry passengers decreased by 4.0%.
PORTS
Busan Port has again set its all-time record for annual container throughput.
Busan
Last year the total was 24.88 million TEUs (+2.0%)
PORTS
Panama Ports Company has initiated arbitration proceedings against the Republic of Panama
Panama
Extensive damage reported and state authorities' reluctance to respond to repeated requests for confrontation
PORTS
In 2025, freight traffic in Sardinia's ports grew by +3.0%
Cagliari
Slight decline in cruise passengers contained by the launch of home ports in Cagliari and Olbia
PORTS
Freight traffic in the port of Barcelona to remain stable in 2025
Barcelona
In the fourth quarter alone, 16.7 million tonnes were handled (+4.5%)
SHIPPING
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd bring back India/Middle East-Mediterranean service via Suez
In 2025, ships transiting the Panama Canal increased by +14.1%
SHIPPING
In 2025, ships transiting the Panama Canal increased by +14.1%
Panama
The ports of the Central American nation handled 9,915,357 containers (+3.6%)
Last year, container traffic in the port of Tangier Med reached a record 11.1 million TEUs (+8.4%)
PORTS
Last year, container traffic in the port of Tangier Med reached a record 11.1 million TEUs (+8.4%)
Anjra
New all-time high in total goods
PORTS
In 2025, Turkish ports handled a record traffic of 553.3 million tonnes of cargo (+4.0%)
Ankara
Container traffic in Italy reached a new all-time high of 678,715 TEUs (+9.8%). Ship traffic through the Bosphorus Strait declined.
PORTS
APM Terminals will take over the interim management of the Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa.
Panama
President Mulino urged Panama Ports Company to cooperate fully in view of this new phase
New crop of historic records harvested by Chinese ports
PORTS
New crop of historic records harvested by Chinese ports
Beijing
In 2025, maritime ports handled 11.63 billion tons of goods (+3.7%)
PORTS
PPC denounces the contradictory nature of the ruling by the Supreme Court of Justice of Panama with respect to the current legal framework
Balboa
The company does not exclude the possibility of resorting to national and international legal action
INDUSTRY
Lukoil signs agreement with US-based Carlyle to sell the Russian group's international assets
Fly
The transaction will need to be authorized by the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control.
PORTS
Panama's Supreme Court of Justice declares the law on the concession contract with the Panama Ports Company unconstitutional.
Panama
Last year, PPC port terminals handled 3.9 million containers
Royal Caribbean Cruises has ordered two new cruise ships from Chantiers de l'Atlantique with options for four more
CRUISES
Royal Caribbean Cruises has ordered two new cruise ships from Chantiers de l'Atlantique with options for four more
Miami
New orders for ten new river vessels are planned. A record financial year.
PORTS
CMA CGM establishes a joint venture with Stonepeak to which it will contribute ten container terminals
New York/Los Angeles
The American company will own 75% and 25% of the shares, respectively. It will invest 2.4 billion dollars.
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
German rail freight companies reject 37% increase in train path prices
Berlin
Die Güterbahnen urges the Minister of Transport to present the promised reform of the fare system
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
FS Logistix increases weekly rotations on the Duisburg-Milan railway line from six to ten
Milan
Two daily connections are made in each direction
PORTS
In the fourth quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Zeebrugge decreased by -4.9%.
Antwerp
For the whole year the decline was -4.1%
CRUISES
Valletta Cruise Port records record annual cruise traffic
London
In 2025, there were 963 thousand passengers (+2.3%)
SHIPPING
Evergreen invests up to nearly $1.5 billion in the construction of 23 container ships
Taipei
Seven 5,900 TEU vessels have been ordered from Jiangsu New Yangzi Shipbuilding and 16 3,100 TEU vessels from CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding.
PORTS
In 2025, Spanish ports handled a record container traffic of almost 19 million TEUs
Madrid
New historic highs also for conventional goods and passengers
First container transhipment operation in an Algerian port
PORTS
First container transhipment operation in an Algerian port
Algiers
It happened on Sunday at the port of Djen Djen
TRUCKING
Truckers from Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, and North Macedonia block borders
Belgrade
Week-long protest against the EU's new entry/exit system
NEWS
Resumption of attacks against ships in the Red Sea region threatened
Tehran
They would be implemented in response to an escalation of US and allied military actions in the region.
New annual record for maritime traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore
SHIPPING
New annual record for maritime traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore
Port Klang
Last year, for the first time, over 100,000 ships passed through
SEAFARERS
New record of sailors abandoned by shipowners
London
In 2025, 6,223 crew members from 410 ships were abandoned
PORTS
Two FMC commissioners call on the US government to take action against Canadian and Mexican ports
Washington
Enforcement of provision aimed at preventing freight carriers from evading the Harbor Maintenance Fee urged
PORTS
Annual container traffic handled by the port of Algeciras remains stable.
Algeciras
A 6.2% decrease in the weight of goods in containers was recorded
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
The EU Commission authorizes Italy to provide financial support for rail operations in ports.
Rome
Incentives for a maximum total of 30 million euros over five years
Shipping companies urge further incentives to speed up restoration of Suez Canal transits
SHIPPING
Shipping companies urge further incentives to speed up restoration of Suez Canal transits
Ismailia
The need to reduce insurance premiums for vessels transiting the Red Sea region was also highlighted.
PORTS
€3.1 million in unpaid regional maritime property fees recovered in Campanian ports
Naples
422 default notices to non-compliant dealers
PORTS
In November 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado dropped by -5.5%.
Genoa
The two airports recorded percentage variations of -7.5% and +0.6% respectively
SHIPPING
EU ETS: Interferry calls for a halt to the 100% charge for ferry emissions in 2026.
Victoria
The vast majority of the revenues from the maritime ETS - the association denounces - are diverted to the national budgets of the Member States.
SHIPPING
The new configuration of the Ocean Alliance service network confirms seven calls at Italian ports
Hong Kong/Taipei
Two at the port of Genoa, two at that of La Spezia and one stop each at the ports of Vado Ligure, Trieste and Salerno
Last year, freight traffic in the port of Marseille-Fos increased by +5%
PORTS
Last year, freight traffic in the port of Marseille-Fos increased by +5%
Marseille
Cruise passengers grow by +7%
SHIPYARDS
AD Ports has acquired the Spanish shipyard Astilleros Balenciaga.
Abu Dhabi
Transaction worth 11.2 million euros
SHIPPING
CMA CGM reports three services on the route around the Cape of Good Hope
Marseille
The international scenario - explains the French company - is complex and uncertain
PORTS
COSCO Shipping Ports' terminals handled record container traffic last year
Hong Kong
Growth of +6.2% over 2024
PORTS
In the fourth quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Venice grew by +13.5%
Venice
An increase of +4.9% was recorded for the whole year
LOGISTICS
Buffer areas to decongest the North West logistics system
Genoa
The proposal is from Connect. Let's remember, Palenzona warns, that the Italian system depends on road haulage.
In 2025, Russian ports handled 884.5 million tons of cargo (-0.4%)
PORTS
In 2025, Russian ports handled 884.5 million tons of cargo (-0.4%)
St. Petersburg
In the fourth quarter alone, traffic was 231.1 million tonnes (+6%)
PORTS
The port of Civitavecchia has set a new annual cruise traffic record
Civitavecchia
A 5.4% increase in transit passengers. Disembarking and embarking passengers remained stable.
NEWS
A ship coming from Russia was seized in the port of Brindisi
Toasts
Alleged violation of sanctions against the Russian Federation
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
FS Logistix takes over railway operations in Area 6A of the Port of Antwerp.
Antwerp
New generation hybrid locomotives will be used
SHIPPING
Greek Shipowners' Association urges EU to take measures to protect ships and crews
Piraeus
CRUISES
Call for expressions of interest for the refurbishment and management of the cruise terminal at the Port of Gibraltar
Gibraltar
Applicants must be willing to fully finance the work
In 2025, acts of piracy against ships increased by +18%
PIRACY
In 2025, acts of piracy against ships increased by +18%
Kuala Lumpur
A 43% decrease in accidents was recorded in the last quarter
FREIGHT TERMINALS
InRail to manage the Interporto Pordenone intermodal terminal for a year
Pordenone
Temporary solution in view of the establishment of a public-private company
SHIPYARDS
Turkey's Kuzey Star Shipyard to Build Shipyard in Syria's Tartous Port
Damascus
An investment of at least $190 million over five years is expected
PORTS
In 2025, cargo traffic in Ukrainian ports decreased by -15%
Kiev
Container traffic grows by 66%
PORTS
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by 5.7% last year.
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone the decline was -8.0%
PORTS
In 2025, PSA's port terminals handled record container traffic
Singapore
New peaks in volumes handled in Singapore and the group's overseas terminals
PORTS
Chinese CMPort's port terminals handled record container traffic last year
Hong Kong
The total was 151.5 million TEUs, an increase of +4.0% over 2024.
SHIPPING
COSCO orders 12 new 18,000-TEU and six 3,000-TEU containerships
Hong Kong
Jiangnan Shipyard, China Shipbuilding Trading, and COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry win $2.7 billion in orders.
PORTS
The port of Trieste closed 2025 with a 0.7% growth in freight traffic thanks to the increase in crude oil prices.
Trieste
The port of Gioia Tauro has once again set its container traffic record
PORTS
The port of Gioia Tauro has once again set its container traffic record
Gioia Tauro
In 2025, the previous peak recorded the previous year will increase by +14%.
Port of Singapore sets new all-time container throughput record
PORTS
Port of Singapore sets new all-time container throughput record
Singapore
The port confirms its position as the world's second largest container port
PORTS
The volume of cargo traffic in the port of Koper will remain unchanged in 2025.
Koper
Increase in containers and rolling stock. Decline in other types of cargo.
SHIPPING
Taiwan's Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL close 2025 with double-digit revenue declines
Taipei/Keelung
PIRACY
In 2025, piracy attacks against ships in Asia increased by +23%
Singapore
The severity of accidents has decreased
PORTS
The Democratic Party accuses the government of blocking investments in ports and placing the Port System Authorities under special administration.
Rome/Genoa
COMPANIES
Nova Marine Carriers, Bolten and Ership have acquired full control of VCK Port Logistics.
Lugano
Amsterdam has developed its only covered terminal capable of operating in all weather conditions.
SHIPPING
In the fourth quarter of 2025, revenues generated by OOCL's containership fleet decreased by -17.2%.
Hong Kong
Transported volumes increased by +0.8%
TKMS submits non-binding offer to buy German Naval Yards
SHIPYARDS
TKMS submits non-binding offer to buy German Naval Yards
Kiel
The Kiel-based company builds naval vessels and luxury yachts
NEWS
Over two tons of cocaine seized in the port of Genoa
Genoa
Once placed on the market, the drug would have earned criminal organizations around 1.5 billion euros.
COMPANIES
Seatrade acquires strategic stake in JR Shipping
Harlingen
The Dutch company will continue to operate as an independent and autonomous organisation
In 2025, Ningbo-Zhoushan confirmed its position as the world's leading port in terms of total cargo traffic.
PORTS
In 2025, Ningbo-Zhoushan confirmed its position as the world's leading port in terms of total cargo traffic.
Ningbo
Over 1.4 billion tons of cargo were moved. Approximately 43 million containers were transported.
PORTS
In 2025 the port of Ravenna recorded its new historical record for annual freight traffic
Ravenna
Never-before-seen volume of cargo handled in the fourth quarter alone
PORTS
The Sardinian Port Authority relies on the Financial Times' AI-based consultancy to understand which strategies, projects, and infrastructures to implement.
Cagliari
Direct award of an estimated value of 140,000 euros
PORTS
The disposal of sediment from dredging in the port of La Spezia at the new breakwater in Genoa has been approved.
La Spezia
Approval has been granted for the transfer of 282,000 cubic meters to be carried out during 2026.
SHIPPING
In November, ship traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.0%
Cairo
In the first eleven months of 2025, 11,620 ships passed through (-4.8%)
PORTS
ABB to build shore power systems at three container terminals in the Port of Rotterdam
Rotterdam/Zurich
They will be able to recharge up to 32 container ships simultaneously
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 5.8% last month.
PORTS
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 5.8% last month.
Beijing
Foreign cargoes increased by 8.2%. Containers increased by 8.9%.
TRUCKING
Freewheeling, the increase in highway tolls certifies the failure of the government and Minister Salvini's road haulage policies.
Modena
Franchini: First excise duties, now tolls; a double blow that directly affects small businesses.
TRUCKING
Trasportounito attributes responsibility for the increases in motorway tolls to the Constitutional Court and the ART
Genoa/Rome
Casu and Simiani (PD): But is it the judges' fault if Salvini can't be a minister?
COMPANIES
Xtera Topco will be acquired by a joint venture owned by Prysmian (80%) and Fincantieri (20%)
Milan/Trieste
The transaction involves an enterprise value of $65 million
NEWS
China launches drill to test cutting Taiwan's maritime links
Beijing
Maneuvers near the main port areas
PORTS
In October, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado decreased by -1.8%
Genoa
In the first ten months of 2025, 52.9 million tonnes were handled (-1.0%)
ASSOCIATIONS
On January 1st, the presidency of the UIRR will be assumed by Jürgen Albersmann
Brussels
He is vice president and CEO of Contargo
A Maersk Line ship has returned to transit the Suez Canal
SHIPPING
A Maersk Line ship has returned to transit the Suez Canal
Ismailia
Rabie: Normal traffic levels will be reached in the region in the second half of 2026
INDUSTRY
Wärtsilä reports significant growth in quarterly and annual results for the Marine segment
Helsinki
The Finnish group's new orders acquired in 2025 remain stable.
COMPANIES
Dutch company Portwise has been bought by its compatriot Haskoning
Rijswijk
The company offers solutions for optimizing terminal operations through automation and electrification
SHIPPING
Construction of the first of six container ships for Italia Marittima has begun in China.
Trieste
The ships, which will be able to use traditional fuel and methanol, will have a capacity of 2,400 TEUs
ACCIDENTS
In the Strait of Hormuz, armed vessels ordered a US tanker to stop
Southampton/London
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
GTS announces new rail services between the port of Genoa and central and southern Italy.
Bari
Connections via the Segrate Milan terminal
SHIPPING
The number of dual-fuel vessels employed by liner shipping lines is set to double by 2025
Washington
Currently, 74% of the order book consists of units of this type
AVIATION
Kuehne+Nagel expands CargoCity South at Frankfurt Airport
Schindellegi
A new facility will be completed and taken over at the end of 2028
PORTS
AD Ports signs agreement to build and operate multipurpose terminal at Matadi Port
Abu Dhabi/Kinshasa
Relaunch of the Banana Deepwater Port Construction Project
SEAFARERS
Confitarma: The Revenue Agency's position risks having serious repercussions on Italian seafarers' employment.
Rome
ASSOCIATIONS
Bucchioni appointed pro tempore president of the Association of Freight Forwarders of the Port of La Spezia
La Spezia
PORTS
The tender for the development of the shipbuilding hub in the port of Ancona has begun.
Ancona
The AdSP Management Committee has approved the call for tenders
SHIPPING
ONE's quarterly financial performance declines further
Singapore
The volume of containerized cargo transported by the fleet remains stable
INSTITUTIONS
Laura DiBella's nomination for FMC presidency has been signed.
Washington
His term will expire on June 30, 2028.
PORTS
Port of Singapore saw record bunker deliveries in 2025
Singapore
PSA-MOL joint venture to manage a new ro-ro terminal
PORTS
The port of Taranto was visited by a delegation from the Japanese FLOWRA
Taranto
The association brings together 21 of the main Japanese energy players
INDUSTRY
ABB's new orders in a quarter exceed $10 billion for the first time.
Zurich
Growing demand in the maritime, port and railway sectors
LAW
In the United States, MSC was fined a total of $22.67 million
Washington
The Federal Maritime Commission has released the results of an investigation
COMPANIES
CSC Vespucci and Livorno Reefer will form a single platform dedicated to fruit and vegetable and exotic products in the port of Livorno
COMPANIES
Signal Ocean has acquired AXSMarine
Paris/London
The company offers web platforms to support the ship charter sector
SHIPPING
Stena RoRo has placed an order for two ro-ro vessels in China with options for four more.
Gothenburg
They were designed in cooperation with the Italian Naos
SHIPPING
Shanghai Zhonggu Logistics Co. to Order Four New 6,000-TEU Containerships
Shanghai
The order will include options for two additional vessels
UPS revenues decreased by 2.6% in 2025
In the last quarter alone, a decrease of -3.2% was recorded
SHIPPING
ICS has published its periodic analysis of flag state performance
London
COMPANIES
Michail Stahlhut will step down as CEO of Hupac in May
Noise
Bertschi: Under his leadership, the company's position as a leading provider of combined road/rail transport in Europe has been strengthened.
PORTS
Members of the Ravenna Marine Resource Partnership Body have been appointed.
Ravenna
It will meet for the first time on February 4th and will remain in office for four years
SHIPPING
Messina (Assarmatori): MIT's decree on cold ironing is a good thing.
Rome
This is a fundamental step - he underlined - to ensure that the electrification of the platforms is actually usable.
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Contship has joined the Digital Container Shipping Association's DCSA+ program.
Melzo
Among the goals, improving the efficiency of terminal operations, the accuracy of planning and collaboration with shipping companies.
PORTS
The Argentine Port Workers' Federation threatens a strike at national ports.
The Silver
Action in support of workers at the port of Concepción del Uruguay
PORTS
In 2025, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +0.8%
Taranto
In the last quarter alone, a decrease of -22.6% was recorded
PORTS
Last year, container traffic in the port of Valencia grew by +3.4%
Valencia
5,662,661 TEUs were handled
DEFENCE
Fincantieri wins Italian Navy contract to enhance naval vessels' cyber resilience
INDUSTRY
New facility in Charleston for the production and testing of marine power and propulsion systems
Arlington
It was inaugurated by Leonardo DRS, a subsidiary of the Italian Leonardo
SAFETY & SECURITY
Project to strengthen maritime and port cybersecurity
Brest/Brussels/Rome
The partners are France Cyber Maritime, FEPORT and the Federation of the Sea
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
PORTS
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles fell by 10.6% in the last quarter of 2025.
Los Angeles
A decrease of -0.6% was recorded for the whole year
INDUSTRY
In the first six months of operation InnoWay Trieste produced 170 railway wagons
Trieste
The construction of 600 units is planned in Bagnoli della Rosandra in 2026
YACHTING
Ferretti rejects KKCG Maritime's partial and conditional voluntary takeover bid.
Milan
Strong confidence in the company's long-term strategy reaffirmed
PORTS
Haropa Port sets new container traffic record
Le Havre
Last year, overall freight traffic increased by +2%
MOURNING
Decio Lucano, the dean of shipping journalists, has passed away.
Genoa
His paper adventures are countless, including "Vita e Mare" and "TMM", but also digital with "DL News"
PORTS
Marsa Maroc orders 106 electric terminal tractors from Terberg
Benschop
They will be employed in the port of Nador West Med
COMPANIES
A single binding offer from Dubai for the purchase of the Venice Ro-Port Mos
Venice
The company manages the terminal for the motorways of the sea and cruises in Fusina
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
Contargo acquires 50% of Cargo-Center-Graz Logistik
Mannheim
The German company extends its intermodal network to the Adriatic ports of Koper and Rijeka.
PORTS
The Port of Long Beach handled record container traffic in 2025
Long Beach
In the last quarter, a decrease of -8.8% was recorded
SHIPPING
HMM to introduce AI-based autonomous navigation solutions on 40 vessels
Seoul
Contract with Avikus and agreement with KSOE
FREIGHT TERMINALS
Two new rail connections to Germany from the Padua Interport
Padua
They are operated by InRail and LTE Italia
SHIPPING
Intersea has become the general agent in Italy for the Portuguese GS Lines
Genoa
The shipping company is part of Grupo Sousa
PORTS
MSC and Qatari company Maha to develop and manage the Libyan port of Misurata
Paris/Misurata
An investment of 1.5 billion dollars is expected
MARINAS
F2i has been awarded the concession for the Lavagna tourist port
Milan
The concession contract will have a duration of 50 years
OFFSHORE
Eni launches the hull of the Coral North FLNG
Geoje/San Donato Milanese
It will be used offshore Cabo Delgado, north of Mozambique.
LOGISTICS
Laghezza has acquired a logistics warehouse in Sarzana
La Spezia
The aim is to establish a local hub for local production activities.
PORTS
The Red Sea Container Terminal at the Egyptian port of Sokhna has been inaugurated.
Sokhna
It is operated by a joint venture of Hutchison Ports, COSCO and CMA Terminals
SHIPPING
The GNV Altair ferry has joined the GNV fleet
Genoa
It has a capacity of 2,700 passengers and 915 linear metres of rolling stock.
SHIPPING
Maersk confirms resumption of MECL transits through the Suez Canal
Copenhagen
The line connects India and the Middle East with the US East Coast
COMPANIES
Ignazio Messina & C. has acquired full control of Thermocar
Genoa
The Genoese company operates in the temperature-controlled refrigerated container logistics sector.
SHIPPING
Genco's board of directors rejected Diana Shipping's acquisition proposal.
New York/Athens
The American company, however, leaves a glimmer of hope by admitting the validity of the merger
SHIPPING
MSC will include the port of Trieste in the Dragon Italy-USA service
Geneva
The Julian port will be reached starting from the second half of February
INDUSTRY
De Wave Group has acquired French company DL Services.
Genoa
The company specializes in the design of industrial kitchens and the supply of technical components and spare parts on board
SHIPPING
CMA CGM's TUX transatlantic service will call at the port of Salerno
Marseille
The line connects Turkey with the East Coast of the USA
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
New intermodal connections between Northern Italy and Belgium by GTS Rail and CargoBeamer
Bari/Leipzig
Activated on the Padua-Zeebrugge and Liège-Domodossola lines
PORTS
Cruise traffic in the port of Piraeus increased by +9% last year
Piraeus
Approximately 1.85 million passengers moved
PORTS
In 2025, cruise traffic in the port of Genoa grew by +6.5%
Genoa
Ferry passengers down 3.6%
SHIPPING
Grimaldi took delivery of the PCTC Grande Manila
Naples
The vessel has a total capacity of 9,241 CEUs.
CRUISES
Expedition cruise ship Exploris One to be auctioned off
Nantes
It has a capacity of 144 passengers and 102 crew members.
COMPANIES
SeaCube Container Leasing has acquired Martin Container.
Montvale
The company specializes in the refrigerated container segment
LOGISTICS
Pisano: The Simplified Logistics Zone has great strategic importance for the port of La Spezia.
La Spezia
PORTS
RINA and HPC launch project to promote green ports in the Caspian region
Genoa
Five-year contract with the OSCE
SHIPYARDS
Vard to build four Multi-Purpose Robotic Vessels for Ocean Infinity
Trieste
The contract has a total value of over 200 million euros
PORTS
Hanseatic Global Terminals will become sole owner of Florida International Terminal
Rotterdam
MEETINGS
A conference on congestion in the North West logistics system will be held in Genoa on January 19th.
Genoa
It will be held at the Transparency Hall of the Liguria Region
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The transportation sector enters a turning point with the adoption of artificial intelligence
Ulm
However, most companies are still in the early stages of this process.
PORTS
Work completed to widen the access channel to the port of Livorno.
Livorno
The width between the two banks will be increased from 70 to 120 meters
OFFSHORE
Nexans sets a record for the depth of laying a high-voltage submarine cable on the Tyrrhenian Link
Paris
Installation at -2,150 meters
PORTS
Funds for Spanish ports to adapt to the use of wind energy and other marine renewable energy sources
Madrid
Program with a total value of 212 million euros
INDUSTRY
CMD - Costruzioni Motori Diesel returns to wholly Italian ownership
Atella
Giorgio and Mariano Negri have acquired 67% of the capital held by the Chinese Loncin Motor Co.
FINANCING
Intesa Sanpaolo is financing the construction of three PCTCs for Grimaldi Euromed.
Milan
The new ships will be delivered later this year
LOGISTICS
Medlog acquires Australian intermodal operations of Seaway
Fremantle
The transaction will be completed within the first quarter of this year.
SAFETY & SECURITY
MIT has updated cybersecurity measures for national ships, ports and port facilities
Rome
A circular has been published which, among other things, introduces staff training
COMPANIES
V.Group has bought the Danish company Njord
London
The company offers the shipping industry solutions for energy efficiency and decarbonisation
ACCIDENTS
Fire aboard the Majestic ferry in the Port of Genoa
Genoa
The flames were extinguished by the intervention of the on-board fire brigade and did not cause any injuries.
COMPANIES
COSCO to acquire control of German logistics company Zippel
Hamburg
Agreement to acquire 80% of its capital
PORTS
Colombo Port Sets New Annual Container Traffic Record
Columbus
Sri Lanka Ports Authority signs agreement with French shipping group CMA CGM
COMPANIES
Viasat to exit British company Navarino's capital
London
ICG to support the Tsikopoulos brothers in reinvesting in the company
SHIPPING
The Palau government ensures the full operation of the Naval Registry
Koror
Moses (BMT): Services continue to be provided in accordance with international procedures and standards
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
In the first nine months of 2025, freight transported on the Austrian rail network increased by +1.4%
Vienna
Growth of +4.9% was recorded in the third quarter alone
OFFSHORE
Saipem wins $425 million offshore contract to develop the Sakarya gas field.
FREIGHT TERMINALS
The decree for the distribution of PNRR resources to interports has been signed.
Rome
The disbursement of 1.9 million euros is expected
SHIPPING
Messina, a Genoese company, launches a new service to Algeria.
Genoa
The rotation touches the ports of Fos, Genoa, Barcelona, Algiers, Fos
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
FS Logistix is the first company in Europe to certify its carbon footprint for freight transport.
Rome
The FS group company has obtained ISO 14067 certification
DEFENCE
WASS (Fincantieri Group) wins torpedo supply contract for Indian Navy
Trieste
Contract with a total value of over 200 million euros
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
FHP Intermodal will become operational on January 1st
Milan
FHP Group completes the integration process between its subsidiaries CFI Intermodal and Lotras
ACCIDENTS
The Coral Adventurer cruise ship ran aground in Papua New Guinea.
Port Moresby
No harm to people on board
SHIPPING
d'Amico International Shipping orders two new MR1 product tankers from Guangzhou Shipyard International.
PORTS
Port of Gioia Tauro: Anchorage fee reduction approved again
Gioia Tauro
A total sum of 1.5 million euros has been allocated
LAW
The Council of State has confirmed the legitimacy of the tender for the new Ravano Pier in La Spezia.
Rome/La Spezia
The TAR ruling for Liguria has been confirmed.
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
Hupac will launch a new shuttle train service between Duisburg and Novara.
Noise
Schedule six rotations per week
PORTS
Ferry docking slots for Piombino and Elba Island in 2026 have been assigned.
Livorno
PORTS
Project financing process for the first hydrogen production plant in the port of La Spezia
La Spezia
Project to provide "mobile" supplies to vehicles such as locomotives and boats
CEREMONIES
The new hydrofoil terminal at the port of Messina will be named after a victim of femicide.
Messina
The initiative to remember Omayma Benghaloum
PORTS
Three new e-RTG yard cranes have arrived at the PSA Venice-Vecon terminal
Venice
Investment of 8.5 million euros
SHIPYARDS
Fincantieri delivers second multipurpose combat ship to the Indonesian Navy
Trieste
Ceremony at the Muggiano shipyard
SHIPPING
In June the Grendi group will equip itself with a fifth ro-ro vessel
Genoa
It will have a load capacity of 3,000 linear meters
JOBS
The employment contract renewal for transport and logistics company managers has been signed.
Rome
Signed today by Manageritalia and Confetra
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
Brussels has approved the loan to rescue the rail freight company Lineas.
Brussels
Sixty-one million euros granted by the Belgian government
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
Green Mobility Partners and KKR Partner to Create European Rail Leasing Platform
Frankfurt
American company invests in GMP
OFFSHORE
Saipem wins offshore EPCI contract in Qatar
Milan
The contract is worth approximately $3.1 billion.
INDUSTRY
Wärtsilä sells its Gas Solutions division to German private equity firm Mutares.
Helsinki/Munich
Bank of China finances purchase of Grimaldi Euromed's Grande Melbourne
Amount of 57 million euros
COMPANIES
GeneSYS Informatica (Fratelli Cosulich) has acquired 51% of the capital of Navimeteo
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
A conference on congestion in the North West logistics system will be held in Genoa on January 19th.
Genoa
It will be held at the Transparency Hall of the Liguria Region
MEETINGS
Spediporto's conference "Take opportunities navigating trade tensions" will be held in Genoa on December 1st and 2nd.
Genoa
It will be held at the Conference Hall of Banca Bper
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
East Port Said Port faces a new challenge with Europe's carbon rules for shipping
(EnterpriseAM)
Bulgarian court rejects extradition of Russian owner of a ship linked to Beirut port blast
(ABCNEWS.com)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
ASSITERMINAL
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
SHIPYARDS
KSOE wins $466 million order for four container ships
Lysaker/Seongnam
NYK and Ocean Yield Award Order for Four New LNG Carriers
SHIPPING
ONE's Adriatic Service 1 will also make stops at the port of Ancona
Singapore
The line to Damietta has a weekly frequency
PORTS
Consolidation work on the Riva quay at the port of Ortona has been completed.
Ancona
Thirteen million is the cost for the adaptation of the infrastructure
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Vard has signed a cooperation agreement with the Norwegian research institute Norce
Ålesund
It concerns all fields of research and innovation in the naval sector
ASSOCIATIONS
Energy transition, regulatory simplification, competitiveness of the maritime industry, and port governance are Confitarma's priorities.
Rome
TRUCKING
Federlogistica reports the project cargo's inability to travel on Northwest highways.
Genoa
Falteri: We are facing a real systemic crisis.
COMPANIES
ZIM shareholders reach agreement again
Haifa
Agreement reached on candidates for the renewal of the board of directors
COMPANIES
Merger by incorporation of Degrosolutions into CLS
Milan
Castelli: We aim to strengthen our growth path in the Italian forklift market.
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