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November 26, 2020
Exim Indiaweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
  • CMA CGM announces SEAPRIORITY EXPRESS (SEA-X) service connecting Yantian with Los Angeles
  • Long-term contracted container shipping rates on the rise
  • New bulk carrier ventilation guide launched
  • Shipping Ministry allows foreign crew-members to sign-on & sign-off at Indian ports
  • Unjust demurrage fees decried
  • Bangladesh issues tender to import significant quantity of rice
  • Complete ban sought on illegal export of iron ore pellets
  • Edible oil imports seen remaining restricted
  • WCO meet provided update on electronic ATA Carnet pilot project
  • Cyclone threat forces suspension of cargo operations
  • Pre-shipment facilities for storage of export cargo
  • Kuehne+Nagel Group has profitable Q3
  • UK truckers get more help on safe parking
  • Faster recovery for Indian economy projected
  • India first choice for MNCs as investment destination: Survey
  • Industry should focus on improving quality & productivity; economy showing signs of comeback: Goyal
  • Cabinet approves scheme of amalgamation of Lakshmi Vilas Bank with DBS Bank
  • e-commerce & logistics enablers among new apps blocked
  • Recovery from the pandemic's impact requires an overdue & opportune shift in the structure of global trade & cooperation, says report

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Melnik re-joins Koper's intermodal network
  • ECS and Qatar Airways Cargo extend partnership
  • RTB Cargo adds four more locomotives
  • Imbleau to take the helm from Vachon
  • New liner service from Singapore
  • AIT takes panther jump
  • ESR's strategy in Asia
  • A good digital response to 'smart ports'
  • Concordia Maritime CFO resigns
  • CDB Aviation to start freighter conversion
  • Curiosity of the Day
  • Hövelmann continues digitalisation programme
  • Survey of energy efficiency in shipping
  • Huge interest in advice on trade with UK
  • Omnitrax CEO transfers to parent company
  • E-trucks for Swiss retail chain
  • Cargolux interested in Triple Seven
  • Air charter division for Logistics Plus

The Loadstarweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
  • EXCLUSIVE: 'Safety first' as Volga-Dnepr grounds its AN-124 fleet indefinitely
  • Colombo port congestion: 50,000 teu logjam drives delays and rate hikes
  • Minister Gove 'starry-eyed' on Brexit as Customs trial run sees five-mile truck queue
  • CMA CGM makes bold pitch for premium business on booming transpacific
  • Yang Ming the latest carrier to launch digital booking platform for customers
  • Tony Cole moves up as new head of ocean at Davies Turner
  • Against the odds: DSV Panalpina loses WOW factor
  • Snapshot: Mainfreight marches on (to NZ$100?)

Marine Logweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
  • Port of Houston: "We're number one"
    The Port of Houston says that newly released government statistics show that the Houston Ship Channel port complex and its public and private terminals now hold the number one place among U.S.
  • BAE Norfolk wins $197.4 million Navy contract
    BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair, Norfolk, Va., has been awarded a $197,452,828 contract for the USS Wasp (LHD 1) fiscal 2021 Chief of Naval Operations scheduled docking selected restricted availability that includes
  • GTT to appeal Korea Fair Trade Commission fine
    Paris, France, headquartered LNG containment specialist GTT (Gaztransport & Technigaz) says it will appeal a fine of approximately $11.4 million imposed on it by the Korea Fair Trade Commission (KFTC). KFTC's decision
  • VIDEO: Golden Ray cutting picks up speed
    New video released by the St. Simons Sound Response Unified Command shows the technique being used by the twin-gantry heavy lift catamaran VB 10,000 to cut the capsized car carrier Golden Ray
  • Fincantieri to operate giant new repair yard in Mexico
    A new ship repair yard to be built in the Port of Progreso in Yucatán State, Mexico, will have two dry docks able to take ships up to 400 meters (1,312 feet)

Lloyd's Listweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
  • Call for scrubber phase-out on ships on environmental concerns
    International Council on Clean Transportation says scrubber technology substantially reduced sulphur dioxide emissions, but carbon dioxide, particulate matter and black...
  • US regulator increases surveillance of alliances
    Carriers are coming under increasing scrutiny from regulators in Asia and the US. Now the Federal Maritime Commission is putting...
  • UK ports 'coping' with unprecedented demand
    Frontloading ahead of Brexit and volatility in global supply chains have pushed up throughput volumes at UK container terminals. Ports...
  • Bulk carrier industry draws up new guidelines on ventilation
    The guide is designed to provide a better understanding of how and when to ventilate given the different types of...
  • Carriers unlikely to repeat this year's success in 2021
    Even with the switch from services to goods, container volumes have remained down this year. The outlook for next year...
  • Greek-owned aframax damaged in blast off Saudi Arabia
    An explosion believed to have been caused by a mine has punctured an Economou-owned crude oil tanker berthed at Al...
  • London Club seeks double-digit rate hikes for P&I and FD&D
    Move puts A Bilbrough-managed club at the upper end of rises so far announced for the 2020-21 policy year
  • Frontline tanker fleet earnings stay below break-even amid oil demand uncertainty
    Most of the tankers in the fleet of New York-listed Frontline will be earning average rates below the company's break-even...
  • EU to tighten recycling rules amid coronavirus uncertainty
    The obligation for an Inventory of Hazardous Materials for ships calling at EU ports has been complicated by the coronavirus...
  • Newbuild orders look set to regain pace in 2021
    The latest Lloyd's List Intelligence Shipbuilding Outlook shows contracts for 2020 at historical lows, but prospects are much brighter for...
  • Maersk Product Tankers linked to $400m deal for 14 MR vessels
    Sources says the deal covers 14 Maersk medium range product tankers built between 2016 and 2020 and will see each...
  • Weekly briefing: Stellar quarter for box lines; dry bulk owners optimistic
    Maersk, CMA CGM and Zim all posted strong earnings in the third quarter to underline the exceptional year that leading...
  • Greek Shipping Awards 2020: Watch online
    For the first time since its launch in 2004, the drama of the Lloyd's List Greek Shipping Awards will not...
  • Daily Briefing
    Free to read: Resold China-flagged tankers lift first Venezuelan cargoes in six months | Starved shipbuilders offered ray of light...
  • Surcharges and diversions as China frozen food checks cause Tianjin reefer congestion
    Lines had imposed surcharges on reefer containers going into Shanghai and Tianjin in February when a shortage of truck drivers...
  • BIMCO cautious on dry bulk market recovery in 2021
    Geopolitical developments in particular around Chinese coal imports are putting the brakes on dry bulk demand, according to BIMCO. However...
  • BioLNG has green fuel advantages over hydrogen or ammonia
    BioLNG is likely to be commercially competitive relative to other low- and zero-carbon fuels such as green hydrogen and ammonia...
  • Yemeni rebels allow UN access to 'floating bomb'
    Environmental experts have likened the Safer to a 'massive floating bomb', holding 34 storage tanks of oil that could paralyse...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
  • CMA CGM launching premium, expedited Asia-US loop
  • FMC intensifies monitoring of shipping alliances
  • US importers must rethink contracting capacity guarantees
  • US truck driver shortfall steeper than expected
  • CP building dual-coast deepwater port network

TradeWindsweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
  • Evalend Shipping wins one-year charter for newbuilding VLCC from Trafigura
    Charterers have shown more interest in period tonnage but rates are still low
  • Thumbs down for LNG as industry innovators thrash out the future of fuels
    TradeWinds' expert panel plots its way to 2030 while discussing the merits of hydrogen, sail power, ammonia and more
  • Frontline sees Libyan oil production boosting suezmax tanker market
    Run down of floating storage also likely to combine with better than expected demand in boost for tankers, chief executive forecasts
  • Panamaxes benefit from China's demand for Indonesian coal
    Capesize rates and the Baltic Dry Index see little movement on Wednesday
  • PL Ferrari defends P&I clubs' free reserves policy
    Broker says clubs cannot keep calling on plentiful finances to bail out underwriting losses in the face of pressure from ratings agencies
  • Possible mine blast hits Economou tanker in Saudi waters
    Explosion breaches hull in aframax controlled by TMS Tankers.
  • Floating regasification unit leaves China for Ghana LNG project
    Joint venture Access LNG is targeting opportunities to commercialise LNG infrastructure across Africa
  • Insurer West of England slams Djibouti after release of 'hostage' crew
    A sale has succeeded where flag, insurers, and international organisations had failed to fre the last crew on abandoned Probulk ship
  • Norway's Bergshav sells one of its three aframaxes
    Shipowner confirms that the Bergina was sold to an undisclosed buyer
  • Bulkseas Marine joins Greeks hunting for kamsarmax tonnage
    Hellenic players have spent about $430m on secondhand kamsarmaxes so far this year, most of the built in Japan
  • Suez Canal cuts VLCC fees in half to keep owners keen
    Waterway luring big tanker business with rebate starting in December
  • Sustainable shipping is about so much more than just fuel
    While all eyes are focused on future fuels, Klaveness Combination Carriers has carved out a niche with shipping's version of the circular economy, offering a model for more radical, innovative ideas
  • Sold out: Swire's $100m Cadeler IPO attracts 'significant' investor interest
    Wind turbine vessel venture priced at NOK 23.50 as time runs out to take part in Oslo sale
  • Bulkers and cruiseships lead the way, but scrapping proves limited in 2020
    Clarksons Research says demolition levels are not what would normally be expected in a time of crisis
  • EU, Turkey in war of words over Mediterranean boarding
    Turkey lodges protest after German forces board vessel
  • Avance Gas says market 'inefficiencies' driving strong VLGC sentiment
    John Fredriksen-backed owner expects rate rally to last, as delays tie up vessels worldwide
  • Korea Fair Trade Commission fines GTT for non-compliant practices
    French membrane-type containment system designer plans to appeal against regulatory body's ruling
  • Bimco brings in IMarEST's Bev Mackenzie to run new London outpost
    Experienced policy expert will become organisation's permanent representative at the IMO
  • Period charterers return to take product tankers in droves as spot rates recover
    At least three LR2s and six MRs have been fixed on time charters since mid-November
  • Okeanis secures period charters for three tankers amid uncertain outlook
    Deals for VLCC, suezmax and LR2 can help Greek owner mitigate market risks
  • Hungary's HOLD becomes biggest ADS Crude investor after VLCC sales
    Private fund continues to buy up stock in company considering its next move in shipping
  • Okeanis secure period charters for three tankers amid uncertain outlook
    Deals for VLCC, suezmax and LR2 can help Greek owner mitigate market risks
  • Frontline clears away debt maturities until 2023 in $351m deals
    Refinancing at attractive terms maintains competitive cost structure, tanker owner says
  • The slow-steaming pace of the IMO leaves shipowners stranded
    Delays at shipping's global regulator could leave regional policymakers in Brussels under pressure to do their own thing
  • Norton Rose Fulbright expands Hong Kong maritime presence
    Becky Tai joins Norton Rose Fulbright as partner in Hong Kong
  • Zodiac Maritime buys VLCC duo from Xihe Group unit
    VLCC sale to is the second carried out by the embattled Lim family
  • Cruise-hungry Indian recyclers to feast on elderly Metropolis cruiseship
    Death-knell of Hong Kong casino-cruise trade reduces the market for second-hand cruiseships
  • Navig8 Chemicals and Vosco feel the wrath of ING Bank with cargo claim arrests
    Dutch banks seizes two tankers in Singapore that it claims discharged cargoes it held title to
  • Sentosa Ship Brokers expands into Europe with Geneva office
    Rapidly expanding Singapore tanker brokerage looks to grab a piece of the action in Switzerland's top shipping hub
  • Shell poised to boost LNG newbuilding tally as it sheds older ships
    But will the energy major stick with favoured shipowners in latest approach to market players?
  • Fresh tender emerges for New Caledonia gas import solution
    Bids called for floating power unit or gravity-based structures without specifying LNG

American Shipperweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
  • Frontline's disappearing dividend 'speaks volumes' on tanker fears
    Worries mount for crude tankers: dividend cuts, the pandemic, a stubborn floating-storage hangover ... and now newbuild chatter.
  • Delta Cargo shuts Chicago airport facility for 9 days
    Delta is having problems processing cargo in Chicago and placed an embargo on new shipments for more than a week.
  • QSL buys out Groupe Robert's stake in heavy-haul carrier
    Canada-based maritime terminal operator QSL becomes full owner of Transport Watson & Sycamore, a heavy-haul trucking company based in Quebec.
  • Commentary: Is fuel efficiency a bad thing?
    While each fuel-efficient conveyance may consume less fuel per mile, the cost savings may induce more miles to be driven.

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
  • Rosneft to ship up to 602,465 b/d of oil via Northern Sea Route by 2024
    **Oil will go from Vostok Oil project to Europe or Asia **Project contains 44 billion barrels **Rosneft sold 10% in project to Trafigura
  • VLSFO tightness heard easing in Europe: sources
    **NWE VLSFO cracks remain highest out of transport fuels **Supply heard outweighing demand in Europe: sources
  • Brent swaps flip into backwardation at Asia close on vaccine rally, OPEC+ intervention hopes
    **Analysts cautious on near-term pandemic considerations **Market awaits OPEC+ meeting
  • Russia's Gazprom eyes benefit from slowdown in LNG project investment
    **Macroeconomic landscape has affected LNG industry development **US LNG cannot be considered basis for regional energy security **Russian LNG can penetrate new sales markets: board
  • Saudi Arabia's September oil exports fall by 38.7% on year
    **Oil revenues fall by $5.91 billion **Saudi Arabia's breakeven price is $80/b
  • Italy opens hydrogen consultation, targets 5 GW electrolysis by 2030
    **Plan foresees Eur10 billion investment **Heavy transport, refining, chemicals targeted **Eni, Enel plan 120 MW green H2 for refineries
  • Bunker One expands bunkering operations in Brazil
    The tanker will supply VLSFO, LSMGO and is fully equipped for offshore bunkering, it said.
  • FUJAIRAH DATA: Oil product stocks fall on 11% slide in heavy distillates
    Over the week to Nov. 23, middle distillates such as jet fuel and diesel climbed 3% to 6.161 million barrels, a record high.
  • Uneven recovery will see oil demand grow by 6.3 mil b/d in 2021: Platts Analytics
    Platts Analytics now expects oil demand to fall by 8.7 million b/d in 2020 from its previous assumption of an 8.5 million b/d reduction.
  • Ecomar expands Fujairah refinery capacity to 20,000 b/d, with demand climbing
    "Now is the time to build, costs are low," Shaddick said.
  • Gulf Coast VLGC freight rates climb to nine-month highs ahead of Thanksgiving
    Freight on the route from Houston to Japan rose $12 to $127/mt based on market indications of a fixture done at that level.
  • Singapore Dec-Jan 10 ppm sulfur gasoil spread hits 4-month high amid tight supply
    S&P Global Platts Analytics said that the supply outlook for gasoil could remain constrained in future.

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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
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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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