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January 24, 2020
Sched Netweb site
  • THE Alliance's Hapag-Lloyd signs Asia-Europe deal with rival 2M
  • Port of Shanghai acquires 5pc of Ningbo-Zhoushan for US$1.62 billion
  • Roberto Giannetta new chairman of HK Liner Shipping Association
  • Box ship's armed guards return fire to repel pirates off Nigerian coast
  • China Coast Guard ship joins exercises with Philippines Coast Guard
  • Light fuel oil blends emerge in Singapore that can clog ship engines
  • DP World buys 44pc of Swissterminal to improve European inland links
  • FTA wants UK government to detail what will hit shippers post Brexit
  • PortMiami has now surpassed 1 million TEU for five consecutive years
  • Getting to the core of Japan with Nankai Transport International (HK)
  • Oman Air expects cargo to drive revenues when new facility is built
  • DSV-Panalpina mastermind is named Air Cargo Executive of 2019
  • Let's start measuring cube, not weight in air cargo stats: CLIVE Data

Exim Indiaweb site
JANUARY 23, 2020
  • Cabinet approves model MoU with foreign countries for unilateral/bilateral recognition of Certificates of Competency of seafarers
  • CMA CGM launches business networking solution
  • GAC Hub Agency bags key contract to support marine operations
  • Suez Canal transit tolls up only for dry bulk vessels & LPG carriers in 2020
  • Update on Persian Gulf tensions & sanctions clauses issued
  • Port Driving Permit cell inaugurated at JNPT
  • DCBA hosts first ever training under LSC in Delhi; 78 trainees to receive RPL certificates
  • APEDA increases number of laboratories for testing agri exports
  • India attracted 16 pc more FDI in 2019, says UN report
  • RCEP grouping invites India to take part in Bali meeting to address its concerns

International Transport Journalweb site
  • On your marks!
  • Modern technology for Brazil's rail network
  • Hungarian rail carrier renamed
  • Grimaldi's next PCTC will sail transatlantic waters
  • Panalpina delists from SIX Swiss Exchange
  • Flexport terminates company-owned B747F services
  • Hamburg Süd's CCO to retire
  • New train link between Bettembourg and Kiel
  • Port of Strasbourg: reconquista à la française
  • BDP International picks Katherine Harper as CFO
  • DHL Freight implements new TMS in France
  • Clive claims power of "real" air cargo load factors
  • Watch out: overloaded trucks could soon be caught on camera
  • Air cargo boom in greater L.A.
  • Mayotte's new port community system in operation
  • ID Logistics signs lease contract with Segro
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • A special anniversary

The Loadstarweb site
JANUARY 23, 2020
  • Dubai unveils loyalty scheme to lure premium transhipment cargo from Europe
  • Supply chain radar: Is DSV Panalpina immune to tech melt-ups?
  • Supply chain radar: UPS - time to stop the 'fly-by-night' buyback scheme
  • Cargologic Germany takes off at last, as Leipzig Halle bucks the trend
  • Yilport eyes revival of port of Taranto and 'new phase of takeover opportunities'
  • Wan Hai joins fellow carriers to threaten heavy fines for misdeclared cargo
  • Toll and Dnata the latest freight firms to sign up to use new Sydney airport
  • Cargolux and Atlas Air predict subdued airfreight market in 2020
  • The 'staggering' cost of reverse logistics to supply chains
  • Market Insight: 'Erratic' Maersk will shrink again - here are two divestment candidates

Marine Logweb site
JANUARY 23, 2020
  • Yards start winter work on Great Lakes fleet
    The Lakes Carriers Association says that more than $97 million in maintenance and modernization is underway on U.S.-flag Lakers idled for winter work at multiple Great Lakes shipyards. "After working around the
  • Royal Thai Navy picks MAN 175D to power new patrol vessels
    Royal Thai Navy picks MAN 175D to power new patrol vessels MAN Energy Solutions has won the contract to supply the main propulsion engines for two new 41 meter patrol vessels for
  • Action by Crescent Towing crew prevents dangerous maritime incident
    Crescent Towing, New Orleans, La., reports that the crew of its tugboat Miriam Cooper took actions on January 21 that likely prevented a dangerous maritime incident. When four loaded barges broke away
  • ABS marks three years without a work-related lost time injury
    Classification society ABS is celebrating an unprecedented third year of zero lost time work-related incidents. "This is a genuinely historic achievement - more than 1,100 days and counting without a lost time
  • Supply vessel to be converted to operate on ammonia fuel cells
    Equinor has signed an agreement with Eidesvik Offshore that will see the North Sea supply vessel Viking Energy modified to enable it to cover long distances powered by carbon-free ammonia fuel cells.
  • Brennan names boat for long-term employee
    La Crosse, Wis.-based J.F. Brennan Company Inc. is honoring long-time employee Merrell Colsch, or "Cobb" as he has been known throughout his career, by naming the latest addition to its fleet, the
  • Rototortugs come to the rescue of disabled containership
    On the night of January 20, two Kotug International Rotorugs picked up a Mayday signal from the 2,506 TEU Euroseas containership Em Oinousses which had suffered a devastating engine room fire, sailing

Lloyd's Listweb site
JANUARY 23, 2020
  • US tightens sanctions net on Iran's petrochemical sector
    The US has been tightening the sanctions net on the Islamic Republic since April 2019 when President Donald Trump announced...
  • Hamburg Süd cuts management post
    Frank Smet to retire from German carrier after 27 years with company
  • Scrubber premiums spike tanker earnings boost as fuel prices erode profits
    Crude tankers fitted with exhaust gas scrubbers appear to be benefiting from the technology in the first month of 2020...
  • Questions raised over environmental benefits of tanker age restrictions
    The received wisdom that age restrictions should be placed on tankers to help generate environmental benefits has been questioned by...
  • Bureau Veritas says French-led coalition on decarbonisation is industry leader
    BV's commitment to a maritime energy transition coalition is just one of the partnerships the class society has joined as...
  • Ukraine and Georgia raise Crimea concerns at IMO
    The US and EU states have backed Ukraine's previous appeals, but the IMO says the dispute belongs elsewhere
  • The Interview: Tan Soo Koong
    Having built an illustrious career in the oil and petrochemical trade, SLNG chief executive Tan Soo Koong has moved on...
  • PIL vessel detention linked to alleged unpaid bunker bill
    Boxship detained at Durban anchorage over $6m fuel bill
  • Shipping said to be failing to attract institutional investors
    'Institutional investors own everything already and they can choose anything in which to invest,' argues leading maritime asset manager
  • Star Bulk says fitting scrubbers was a right decision
    The scrubber investment was a hedge against high fuel costs and was a medium-term solution for the company, which will...
  • US will adapt 'magic pipe' recipe to new IMO rule violations
    Many shipowners are said to be insufficiently aware of the expanded potential for criminal prosecutions in the US in cases...
  • Tanker crew released after kidnap ordeal
    The crew of a Greek-owned tanker have been released after being held hostage for three weeks in the west of...
  • Torm buys two LR2 newbuildings from GSI
    The two vessels will be fitted with scrubbers and the potential for dual-fuel installation
  • Danish shipping chiefs sign up to women's charter
    The target is to have 75% of companies in Denmark signed up to the charter by the start of 2021...
  • Kishore Rajvanshy: The leader who created a maritime family
    Rajvanshy believes the best business decision he ever made was to launch Fleet's own crewing and personnel department two years...
  • Harry Banga: Reaping the rewards of hard work, commitment and generosity
    Caravel Group chief's uncanny ability to time his decisions has not been lost on industry participants
  • Daily Briefing
    Free to read: More banks pledge to align shipping lending to climate goals | Fafalios urges care over RD fund...
  • ICC signs deal to boost digitalisation of global trade and commerce
    Top names signing up include APRIL, Japanese trading houses Marubeni Corporation and Mitsui & Co, major financial institutions Mizuho Bank, MUFG...
  • India may benefit from low-priced LNG with Mundra start-up
    Mundra and a second new terminal, Jaigarh, are expected to come online this year, bolstering India's LNG import capacity
  • Beijing formally unveils tax waiver for bunker fuel
    Consumption tax was not mentioned in the announcement, but the levy should also be exempted, in line with similar tax...
  • Long Beach port director delivers upbeat view for 2020
    As a result of the recent Phase One trade agreement between Washington and Beijing, the Long Beach port supremo expects...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JANUARY 23, 2020
  • Logistics buyers balancing automation with human autonomy
  • Freighter slot restrictions drag down Schiphol's annual volume
  • DP World seeks stake in Russia's Fesco
  • Carriers skipping congested Le Havre amid French longshore strike
  • BluJay, project44 team up in latest TMS-visibility partnership
  • Indian terminal pricing regulations challenge carrier freight contracts

TradeWindsweb site
JANUARY 23, 2020
  • Two-tier cape market emerges as scrubbers earn a premium
  • Exmar announces two financing deals
  • Brookfield completes takeover and rebrands Teekay Offshore
  • Wallem executive told female cadet it did not employ "girls"
  • Coronavirus and rumours of Cosco relief hurt VLCC sentiment
  • Maersk hikes LSFO surcharges as bunker prices spike
  • Counselling for seafarers is an 'iCALL' away
  • World first: Eidesvik converting PSV to run on ammonia
  • Coronavirus epidemic halts ships to and from Wuhan port
  • Insurers warn coronavirus crisis could close ports
  • Stena upsizes bond to $700m in refinancing effort
  • Torm moves for scrubber-fitted tanker newbuildings in China
  • Bahrain LNG start-up phase slows as floating storage unit idles
  • China Steel Express in talks to sell capesize bulkers amid fleet renewal
  • Greek shipowners in bid to return dignity to hospital patients
  • IHI Corp boss hits out at shipbuilding subsidies
  • Poseidon Principles confident of big Asian lenders signing soon
  • Klaveness Combination Carriers drums up bond interest
  • Death of Antonio Litman leaves Clay Maitland shattered
  • Raft of scrubber-fitted VLCCs emerge as sales candidates
  • Shipping must be right on the ball in tackling carbon goals
  • MOL-Karpowership venture adds third LNG ship for FSRU flip
  • Varsamis family company ups dry bulk stakes with Luhai supramax deal
  • Croatian shipbuilder Uljanik to be liquidated with $723m debt
  • Teekay Offshore continues shuttle tanker demolition spree with green recycling sale
  • Sovcomflot suezmax fetches strong price in sale to Sea Pioneer
  • Now is the time to embrace the cost of turning shipping green
  • Turkish authorities continue to detain Songa boxship
  • Fleet of five anchor-handlers heading to breakers
  • Austal books high-speed cat order from Comoros Islands
  • Kotug vessels aid fire-hit containership off Mozambique

American Shipperweb site
JANUARY 23, 2020
  • DB Schenker cuts logistics jobs tied to Boeing 737 MAX
    DB Schenker, the freight transportation and contract logistics arm of German rail operator Deutsche Bahn AG, is the latest company to feel the downstream effects...
  • Online Haul of Fame: Con-way Freight
    Earlier this month, the CEO of XPO (NYSE:XPO), Brad Jacobs, announced that he intended divest operating units of XPO in an effort to maximize shareholder...
  • US seeks steering parts divestiture in WABCO-ZF merger
    Justice Department asserts separation will preserve competition in North America.
  • Food, beverage sector gained ground in 2019 US warehouse leasing, CBRE says
    Food and beverage industry increased share of largest warehouse leasing deals in 2019, CBRE says
  • Covenant Transportation sees 'difficult operating environment' in fourth quarter
    Covenant Transportation sees significant year-over-year decline in earnings as excess capacity and higher costs persist.
  • Truckload down, Dedicated up in Marten's fourth quarter
    Intermodal struggled while Brokerage also has a strong period.
  • Driver abuse complaints continue to follow Amazon
    Truck owner claims his employer and Amazon worked him "like a rented mule."
  • Walmart asks court to reconsider jury award to drivers in California
    Walmart argues that jury took things too literally in awarding back pay to California drivers
  • 737 MAX crisis undercuts Southwest Airlines' profits
    Southwest Airlines is the latest carrier to describe how the loss of capacity from the 737 MAX grounding is eating into profits.
  • Ag shippers wants carriers held more accountable for container availability
    The Agriculture Transportation Coalition has developed service contract guidance its members can use to set parameters for when ocean carriers should issue or withhold detention...
  • Celadon brings U.S. bankruptcy to Canada in victory for ex-Hyndman drivers
    Ontario judge agrees to recognize Celadon's Chapter 11 case and appoints trustee to supervise liquidation of Canadian assets.
  • Flat volumes plus loosening capacity equals more power for shippers
    Despite strong economic data in favor of the carriers, flat volumes and loosening capacity garners a power grab by the shippers.
  • Jet engines bolster earnings at railcar lessor GATX
    Spare aircraft engine dispositions stave off weakened demand for railcars in North America.
  • Procter & Gamble misses sales expectations amid 'challenging competitive' marketplace
    Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG) released its fiscal year 2020 second-quarter results ahead of the opening bell on Thursday. The Cincinnati-based consumer products giant reported...
  • American Airlines sees steep drop in cargo revenue, volume
    It doesn't look like American's cargo fortunes are going to turn around soon, but its overall operational performance is improving.
  • Laws limiting independent contractors shine spotlight on driver leasing companies
    Staffing agencies lease drivers to fleets stymied by employment regulations.
  • Freight Futures daily curve: 1/23
    National Trucking Freight Futures rise on Wednesday as the East region regains some luster.
  • Winter storm still spinning over fast-growing Midwest freight market
    Winter weather not stunting growth in Rock Island freight market.
  • Transportation technology takes center stage on last day of NITL Summit
    Freight industry innovators presented their ideas for the future of transportation and supply chains on the final day of the National Industrial Transportation League's 2020...
  • US rail volumes still sluggish
    Year-to-date U.S. rail traffic is 7.8% lower compared with the same period in 2019.
  • Today's Pickup: Waymo to run self-driving trucks in Texas, New Mexico
    Waymo is now testing self-driving trucks on highways in Texas and New Mexico, plus Rhode Island budgets shortfall in truck toll revenue and House committee...
  • Heartland Express earnings miss partly related to recent acquisition
    Heartland Express' financial results were worse than expected in the fourth quarter of 2019. That said, a large acquisition shoulders more of the blame than...
  • FMC's newest commissioner dives into role
    Commissioner Carl Bentzel said the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission will have an increasing role in the development of shoreside activities that impact international container shipping.
  • Automatic processes drive higher customer satisfaction
    Check-in calls have long been a pain point for carriers and brokers alike. It is possible to reduce these calls while also improving customer service.
  • Airlines extend 737 MAX blackouts as Boeing eyes earlier production start
    The infection from the Boeing 737 MAX crisis is spreading through the aviation sector, hurting airlines, suppliers and their employees.
  • How does captive insurance benefit trucking companies?
    Trucking insurance continues to get more expensive. Chris Henry and Daniel Pickett provide information about captive insurance agencies.
  • Recruiting and retaining skilled workers in logistics ecosystem
    To have an edge in the logistics market, it is critical for companies to spot the right talent and retain them in their ranks over...
  • Autonomous trucks may come to dominate UK ferry traffic
    A twin push to reduce labor costs and carbon emissions could transform ro/ro traffic flows, according to white paper.
  • US Class I rail headcount tumbles
    Employment levels at the U.S. operations of the Class I railroads hit their lowest point in years, according to data from the Surface Transportation Board.
  • Union Pacific fourth-quarter net profit slips 10%
    Net income falls in the fourth quarter amid a decline in operating revenue and a decrease in rail volumes.
  • C.H. Robinson launches incubator to develop supply chain technology solutions (with video)
    C.H. Robinson is leveraging part of its $1 billion investment in tech to establish Robinson Labs, a technology innovation incubator.
  • Trucking industry has cause for optimism despite challenges, insiders say
    Cautious optimism was a common thread during the Highway Transportation Session at the National Industrial Transportation League's 2020 Summit. The NITL 2020 panel discussion Tuesday...
  • Pilot Flying J changes name to capture totality of businesses (with video)
    Seeing expansion of the truck stop business as finite, Pilot Flying J is rapidly expanding its energy business. Reflecting that is a name change to...

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JANUARY 23, 2020
  • Oil union in Argentina's Vaca Muerta play calls off strike
    An oil union in Neuquen, Argentina's biggest oil and natural gas basin, called off a threat to go on strike after companies vowed to not fire some 700 workers, a union leader said Thursday, easing concerns about the impact on oil and gas production.
  • Repsol's 2019 upstream production slips 1% to 709,000 boe/d
    Spanish energy group Repsol's upstream oil and gas production in 2019 fell 1% year on year despite Q4 volumes hitting a record quarterly high driven by increased North American output.
  • China coronavirus outbreak puts spotlight on global demand growth concerns
    The coronavirus outbreak in China continued to rattle commodity markets Thursday, as the number of cases increased, as did quarantines, raising concerns of lower demand growth.
  • HSFO wins second chance in US as a feedstock: sources
    The implementation of the International Maritime Organization's sulfur reduction regulations for bunker fuel has sidelined high sulfur fuel oil from the global marine fuel pool, but feedstock supply tightness on the US Gulf Coast has created an outlet for Russian fuel oil, giving it a second life in the US.
  • US crude stocks show counter-seasonal draw amid strong refinery demand
    US crude supply contracted counter-seasonally last week amid stronger-than-normal refinery demand, US Energy Information Administration data showed Thursday.
  • Oil bounces on US stock draw, but settles lower on flu-related demand concerns
    A surprise US crude inventory draw slowed an overnight oil price decline, but futures still settled in the red amid concerns that the further spread of coronavirus could impact demand.
  • Transition to IMO 2020 marine fuel sulfur limit rule "relatively smooth": IMO
    "The next important target is fast approaching, when carrying non-compliant fuel oil on board ships becomes prohibited on March 1, 2020," Lim said.
  • LSSR prices rise on IMO, 0.5% marine fuel blending demand
    "I do not think it makes much sense on FCC at the moment," another source said.
  • JAPAN DATA: Nov bonded bunker fuel oil sales up 10.7% from October
    METI's data also showed Japan's November sales of bonded marine diesel oil fell 0.9% month on month and 15.7% year on year to 62,938 barrels.
  • China virus may hit 260,000 b/d of global oil demand, mainly jet fuel: Goldman Sachs
    The impact translates into a $3/b impact on benchmark oil prices, the bank said.
  • Fujairah to reveal new storage and refining projects as it reclaims more land
    "This year they (new projects) are likely to be more tankage (mixed products and crude) and refinery," Hamoudi said.

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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
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
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
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
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%
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
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
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.
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
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.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
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%.
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
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
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.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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
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.
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
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"
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
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%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
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
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."
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
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
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
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
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%)
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
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.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
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
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
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
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
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.
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
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%)
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%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
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.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
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%.
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%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
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
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
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.
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%.
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
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
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
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
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
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
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%
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.
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.
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
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
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.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
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.
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
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
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.
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"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
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%
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
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
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
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
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
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
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
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.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
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
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
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
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%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
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.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
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
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
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.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
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
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
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
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.
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
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
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
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
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
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
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.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
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
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
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.
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
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.
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
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
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.
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.
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
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
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 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
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
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
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
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.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
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
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
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
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
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
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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