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July 7, 2021
Exim Indiaweb site
JULY 6, 2021
  • Container shipping prices seen at record highs
  • Contracted container ocean freight rates ease rise in June, but bring little relief to shippers
  • Global shipyards face 3rd lowest orders for newbuildings in 12 years
  • Shipping likely exempted from proposed global tax
  • DGTR begins probe into dumping of electrogalvanized steel from Korea, Japan, Singapore
  • Extension of Interest Equalization Scheme welcomed
  • Cargo volume up 27 pc at Major Ports in Q1 FY22
  • INDIAN PORTS ASSOCIATION
  • JN Port registers significant throughput rise in June
  • Bangalore's BLR Airport regains cargo momentum
  • Cathay Pacific Cargo rolls out Ultra Track worldwide
  • CONCOR commences rail service ex-JN Port to Goa for ex-im traffic under integrated logistics
  • Overall air cargo volume in first five months 20 pc above 2020
  • CBDT grants further relaxation in electronic filing of Income Tax forms 15CA/15CB
  • Qatar Airways Cargo Joins Pharma.Aero

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Partnership for B737-700/800 conversion
  • 2,000 train kilometres in 60 hours
  • Geodis expands US footprint
  • Three "C" for contactless tracking
  • And the winners are...
  • Another rail-road service launched
  • Cargotec - Konecranes merger revisited
  • Pact for a North Asian route
  • Duet for ten LNG vessels
  • Dual Mode locomotives for Germany
  • Flying three fire trucks on one AN-124
  • Seebauer to the Chiemsee
  • Wind project finished in Portugal
  • 2,000 mineral hopper cars ordered
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Peters returns to logistics sector
  • "Ever Given" now free to go
  • 90 years ago - postal airplane futuristic design

The Loadstarweb site
JULY 6, 2021
  • Quiet air cargo market confident of strong demand and a peak season this year
  • CSX makes 'third time lucky' bid for Pan Am Railways takeover approval
  • Haulier praise for port of Liverpool (and The Loadstar) as it acts to ease delays
  • Carriers eye $100bn profits and are 'set up for years in a truly crazy market'
  • Culina to acquire GreenWhiteStar businesses, including Stobart and Pallet Network
  • 'Unequal' impact of high freight rates hits margins of smaller shippers harder
  • Former chairman urges Yang Ming to increase owned fleet as charter fees rise
  • Sarah Treseder to take over as CEO at UK Chamber of Shipping
  • Analysis: Sketching a management buyout of Mainfreight

Marine Logweb site
JULY 6, 2021
  • Island Offshore wins SOV contract on floating wind farm
    Equinor has awarded Ulsteinvik, Norway, headquartered Island Offshore a contract for service operation vessel (SOV) for the Hywind Tampen floating wind farm project in Norway. The contract will be served by W2W
  • C&C Marine and Repair delivers second towboat in Kirby trio
    Recently delivered by Belle Chasse, La., based C&C Marine and Repair, the M/V Bowling Green is the second in a series of three towboats ordered by Kirby Inland Marine, L.P. and was
  • Ever Given set to leave Suez Canal
    Egypt's Al Ahram newspaper reports that the Ismailia Economic Court today agreed to lift its order impounding the Ever Given, the giant containership that had blocked the Suez canal for nearly a
  • Zim in second LNG dual-fuel box ship deal with Seaspan
    Containership leasing giant Seaspan Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlas Corp. ("Atlas") (NYSE:ATCO),, today reported that it has entered into long-term charters with Haifa, Israel , headquartered ZIM Integrated Shipping Services
  • Euronav enters ammonia-fueling JDP, orders 3 Suezmaxes
    Antwerp, Belgium, headquartered Euronav NV (NYSE: EURN & Euronext: EURN) reports that it is in a Joint Development Program (JDP) with the largest shipbuilder in the world, Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) and

Lloyd's Listweb site
JULY 6, 2021
  • Marine insurers failing to reimburse ransom payments
    'The only reason (P&I clubs) didn't pay ransom in Somalia is because it was a property risk,' says HFW partner
  • 'Bankrupt' shipowner faces jail for contempt of court
    Nobu Su is being pursued by Greek shipowner Polys Haji-Ioannou for not paying multi-million dollar debts following UK court judgments...
  • One ship is hacked every day on average
    The key to dealing with hacking is to pick up the problem as early as possible, before any losses are...
  • Seaspan and Zim sign deal for 10 LNG boxships
    With charter tonnage hard to come by, Seaspan is heading back to the yards for Zim. The 12-year charter period...
  • Shipbuilders face mixed outlook as newbuild costs soar
    Three key shipbuilding countries have seen orders increase considerably in recent months bolstered by bullish freight markets. China State Shipbuilding...
  • Euronav acquires tankers with ammonia power potential
    The company announced it is buying three new suezmaxes and one very large crude carrier as it launches a joint...
  • Changing Lanes: UK's growing reliance on shortsea shipments to fulfil deepsea duties
    Deepsea non-Continental cargoes still outweigh UK trade originating to and from Europe, but more and more of this trade is...
  • Derivatives dive as market confidence fades
    With physical rates waning and a subsequent decline in volumes of FFAs being traded, reduced volatility in the market has...
  • Contract box freight rates soar in first half
    High demand levels coupled with port and inland congestion create a perfect market for carriers. But shippers are warned to...
  • CMA CGM launches waste power project
    The Coalition for the Energy of the Future has launched its first big project, which will trial the use of...
  • Daily Briefing
    Free to read: Majority of EU shipping emissions could be included in carbon market | Recycling rates hit 13-year high...
  • CSIC Ltd sustains losses from offshore yard restructuring
    CSIC Ltd made a Yuan312m ($48.26m) provision for impairment losses last year because of debt reorganisation. But it expects no...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JULY 6, 2021
  • E-commerce draws Knight-Swift to LTL sector with $1.35 billion deal
  • Congestion forces MSC to scale back Oakland calls
  • South Korea to subsidize container rates, boost logistics investment
  • Portchain arms Charleston with berth-planning software
  • European economic rebound spurs carrier capacity injection
  • JOC Trans-Pacific rankings: 2M, independent carriers gain share
  • UK trucking market consolidating as driver crisis cuts capacity
  • EU truck makers teaming on long-haul battery-charging stations

TradeWindsweb site
JULY 6, 2021
  • Seaspan and Zim double down with $1.5bn deal for LNG-fuelled boxships
    Tally of dual-fuelled newbuilds doubles with fresh order for ten 7,000 teu vessels
  • In step-by-step renewal, Safe Bulkers inks fifth newbuilding
    US-listed company's drybulk orders and acquisitions go hand in hand with disposal of older ships
  • Saevik family aims for $58m IPO for cruise ferry unit Havila Kystruten
    Norwegian shipping company raising funds to serve key 10-year government contracts with new hybrid vessels
  • MSC climbs ranking of Europe's top climate polluters
    Brussels-based environmental group names liner giant as 'one of Europe's biggest shipping polluters'
  • Capital Maritime strikes $187m deal for six feeder containerships
    Evangelos Marinakis' privately owned company inks third boxship newbuilding contract since end of last year
  • State company Asyad linked to sale of 40% chunk of Oman Shipping
    Government-controlled transport group reportedly considers strategic disposal of stake in LNG and VLCC owner
  • Shippers dive for cover as 'extreme freight rates' near $20,000-per-feu mark
    Liner sector homes in on $100bn profit as pain is felt by outfits making bookings
  • Simon Mokster wins first SOV wind farm contract with Equinor
    New deal for Hywind Tampen project marks evolution in Norwegian owner's relationship with energy giant
  • Maran sells older VLCC for strong price in bullish secondhand market
    Greek shipowner continues to dispose of vintage tankers amid fleet renewal
  • P&I worries ease after Suez Canal settlement, but focus turns to X-Press Pearl claim
    Major claim from containership loss could be pending as insurers mull salvage options
  • War of words rages as $500m Triumph Subsea order fails at InfraStrata
    Accusations fly as December 2020 wind farm vessel deal collapses
  • Shippers dive for cover as 'extreme freight rates' near $20,000-per-day mark
    Liner sector homes in on $100bn profit as pain is felt by those companies making a booking
  • Ever Given to be free to sail after Wednesday ceremony at Suez Canal
    The ship's Japanese owner is set to attend ceremony via video-link before ship heads for Rotterdam
  • Hayfin Capital's Greenheart shipping desk sets out growth plans
    Nascent in-house ship-management outfit targets growth with key hires
  • Golden Energy Offshore delays payments again as it works on refinancing
    Tough last 12 months has left liquidity "strained" at Norwegian offshore vessel owner
  • Tufton doubles money on containership as it eyes tankers and bulkers
    UK shipping fund offloads feeder vessel in hot market, with the proceeds earmarked for more acquisitions
  • Euronav doubles down on ammonia with orders for suezmaxes and third VLCC
    Belgian owner signs partnership deal with Hyundai Heavy Industries to push its green fuels agenda forward
  • Primerose Shipping sells panamaxes and buys kamsarmaxes in bulker fleet renewal
    Greek operator uses market bonanza for ship swaps that may be increasingly hard to perform in a tight secondhand market
  • U-Ming heads to Thailand to order offshore wind crew transfer vessels
    Marsun Shipyard to build pair of trimaran vessels for combined Taiwan-Danish joint venture
  • Singapore offers concessions to FSRUs used for LNG bunkering
    City state's offer on port dues could be worth up to $3m over five year qualifying period
  • U-Ming heads to Thailand for offshore wind crew transfer vessel order
    Marsun Shipyard to build pair of trimaran vessels for combined Taiwan-Danish company

American Shipperweb site
JULY 6, 2021
  • Container lines are poised to hit a $100 billion profit jackpot
    Ocean carriers could make up for two decades' worth of losses in a single year as demand overwhelms vessel supply.
  • Nowports raises $16M to automate Latin American freight
    Nowports aims to digitize supply chains from Asia to the Americas with $16 million in Series A funding.

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JULY 6, 2021
  • ICE Brent falls 3% as market digests OPEC+ production stalemate
    Crude demand is expected to rise in the coming months as lockdown restrictions ease globally.
  • EC targets transport emissions in 2030 decarbonization drive
    New carbon market planned for road transport, buildings.
  • Euronav announces project to accelerate ammonia as fuel for tankers
    Initial ammonia prices may be almost four times current LNG price.
  • AMERICAS BUNKERS: Key market indicators July 6-9
    **'Lackluster demand' keeps some LatAm pricing in check: source **Stronger US crude market props up bunkers values
  • Russia aims to double methanol exports with start of a new plant by 2025
    Pechora LNG to provide feedstock ethane.
  • NYMEX WTI surges to over six-year high on OPEC+ deadlock; ICE Brent trades near $78/b
    **WTI contract jumps to highest since Nov 24, 2014 **Brent futures rises to highest since Oct 29, 2018
  • OIL FUTURES: Crude stable to higher as OPEC+ impasse raises tight supply concerns
    OPEC+ cancelled its July 5 meeting, which was to mark the third day of official talks to reach an agreement to ease production cuts from August onwards.
  • TotalEnergies, Veolia to research microalgae for biofuels at French biorefinery
    **Companies looking to cultivate CO2-fed algae **Long-term goal of producing advanced biofuels
  • Singapore 180/380 CST HSFO spread widens to 8-month high on strong 180 CST demand
    Pakistan among countries seeing demand grow as air conditioning consumption surges.
  • From Liza to Tupi, Indian refiners embrace newer crudes to dilute supply risk
    India has been looking to procure more North and Latin American grade crudes, Kapoor said.
  • Alfa Laval, Japan's NMRI succeed in onboard CO2 capture testing with scrubber
    CCS a potential bridge technology for energy transition.

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FROM THE HOME PAGE
Chinese seaports reach new record volume in first quarter
Beijing
In the first three months of this year, containers grew by +8.3%
In the port of Antwerp-Bruges only rolling stock is growing
Antwerp
In the first three months of 2026, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
The Hormuz crisis escalates with further incidents and the seizure of ships
Tehran/Southampton
Two MSC container ships blocked
Quarterly traffic slightly down at the port of Rotterdam, with loading volumes almost making up for the reduction in landings
Rotterdam
FS Logistix to acquire 30% of CFI - Compagnia Ferroviaria Italiana
Rome
Agreement with F2i and its subsidiary FHP Group
Attack on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz area attributed to Iranian forces
Portsmouth/Washington
Trump claims to be behind the blockade of naval traffic in the region
Grimaldi (ALIS): Increase resources for Sea Modal Shift and Ferrobonus incentives.
Rome
To enable businesses to face the crisis - he stated - it is necessary to raise it to 150 million euros per year.
Quarterly traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Algeciras/Barcelona
In the container segment, there has been a marked increase in empty boxes
A COSCO-PTP joint venture is the sole bidder for the construction and operation of a multipurpose terminal in the port of Tarragona.
A COSCO-PTP joint venture is the sole bidder for the construction and operation of a multipurpose terminal in the port of Tarragona.
Tarragona
The tender is expected to conclude at the end of June
International shipping associations reiterate that the IMO must remain the regulator of the sector's decarbonisation
London/Washington
The MEPC will meet from 27 April to 1 May in London
Unatras confirms the national road haulage ban from May 25th to 29th.
Rome
Condolences for the truck driver's death. A complaint has been filed against Trasportounito.
A new plastic recycling plant will be built in Porto Marghera.
Venice
A total investment of approximately 34 million euros is expected
A US destroyer struck and stopped an Iranian container ship in the Arabian Sea.
Tampa
The Strait of Hormuz remains blocked
Sovereign guarantee established to safeguard insurance continuity of Indian fleet vessels
New Delhi
The fund will have an endowment of approximately 1.4 billion dollars
Iran announces temporary reopening of Strait of Hormuz
Tehran/Washington
Transit would be prohibited to military units and ships and cargoes associated with hostile nations.
Unatras decides to suspend all road haulage services nationwide.
Rome
Trasportounito announces a five-day blockade from April 20th to 24th.
Cognolato (Assiterminal): Port governance reform must be truly participatory.
Genoa
In 2025, freight traffic in the port of Augusta remained stable, while in Catania it decreased
Augusta
22.9 million and 6.3 million tons moved respectively
The Norwegian Aura cruise ship was launched at Fincantieri's Monfalcone shipyard.
Miami/Trieste
It will be delivered to Norwegian Cruise Line in a year
Princess Cruises orders three new cruise ships from Fincantieri for delivery in late 2035, 2038 and 2039.
Fort Lauderdale
Orders worth over two billion euros
ZIM CEO steps down in anticipation of merger with Hapag-Lloyd
Haifa
Glickman has been at the helm of the Israeli company since July 2017
The Convention on Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connection with the Carriage of Hazardous and Noxious Substances by Sea is approaching its entry into force.
London
The treaty has been ratified by 12 states
US Central Command announces successful blockade of maritime traffic with Iranian ports
Tampa
Six ships have reportedly agreed to reverse course
AD Ports signs agreement to participate in the development of the Romanian port of Constanta
Abu Dhabi/Constance
Last year, freight traffic in the port fell by -12.8%
The conflict in Iran is causing the largest oil market disruption in history.
Paris
The International Energy Agency predicts a reduction in oil demand of 80,000 barrels a day this year due to the conflict.
A US-sanctioned tanker has passed through the Strait of Hormuz.
Washington
The "Rich Starry," coming from Al Hamriyah in the United Arab Emirates, is headed to China
The Port of Singapore recorded a new record in cargo handling in the first quarter of the year.
Singapore
Ownership of the MSC group has passed from founder Gianluigi Aponte to his children Diego and Alexa
Geneva
The company, with a fleet of a thousand ships, operates in all sectors of transport and logistics
In the first quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +0.6%
St. Petersburg
Dry goods amounted to 102.5 million tonnes (+3.5%) and liquid bulk to 107.6 million tonnes (-2.0%)
US announces blockade of Iranian ports as Red Sea crisis reignites
Portsmouth/Tampa/Washington
A vessel attempted to board a vessel 54 nautical miles southwest of Hodeyda
After negotiations in Pakistan failed, the Strait of Hormuz is increasingly at the center of the conflict.
Tampa/Washington
U.S. Navy ships search for mines in the area. Trump has urged Tehran to reopen the waterway.
In the first quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports decreased by -0.7%.
Ankara
Cargoes to and from Italy increased by +0.6%
Shipping is stuck in Hormuz waiting for something to happen
London
Intercargo says the situation is changing hour by hour, while the paralysis seems total
Prologis and La Caisse form joint venture to invest in logistics development in Europe
Montreal/San Francisco
Freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado remained stable in February.
Genoa
Cruise passengers grow by +34.5%
Marked decline in acts of piracy against ships
Marked decline in acts of piracy against ships
London
Only 16 in the first three months of 2026, the lowest number since 1991 for this time of year
IMO working to enable safe transit of ships through the Strait of Hormuz
Tehran/Washington/London
Dominguez: Two-week ceasefire is a good thing
CK Hutchison initiates arbitration against Maersk over Panama ports, but not against TiL/MSC
Panama
China and Russia veto Bahrain's resolution on freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz
New York
Pakistan and Colombia abstained.
A container ship was hit by a shell near the Iranian island of Kish.
Southampton
Since February 28, 28 incidents have been reported in the region
ETF calls on the EU Commission to adopt structural measures to strengthen the resilience of the European transport sector
Brussels
Sharp increase in tanker transits through the Suez Canal in February
Sharp increase in tanker transits through the Suez Canal in February
Cairo
Overall, naval traffic in the month grew by +23.5%
Fincantieri is also focusing on alliances to develop its activities in the US
Washington
Collaboration agreement with American shipyards Fraser Shipyards and Donjon Marine
In 2025, the Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane group recorded record revenues
In 2025, the Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane group recorded record revenues
Rome
The freight transport business unit also saw growth despite a reduction in volumes handled
Iran assures Manila of safe transit of Philippine ships and seafarers through Hormuz
Manila
The Philippines imports most of its energy needs from the Middle East
Medlog (MSC Group) invests in Melbourne's old fruit and vegetable market area
Melbourne
29-hectare container storage site near Australian port
Vado Gateway staff strike confirmed for tomorrow
Genoa
Ferrari: Clarifying that part-time and fixed-term contracts are part of the National Collective Bargaining Agreement for Ports was not enough.
A project to improve the efficiency of rail services gets underway today in the Port of Rotterdam.
Rotterdam
Agreement promoted by the Port Authority and signed by six railway operators
Three European tenders are underway for the awarding of public maritime transport services to Sardinia.
Rome
They are related to the routes Genoa-Porto Torres, Naples-Cagliari-Palermo and Civitavecchia-Arbatax-Cagliari
ICS and ITF meet with Gulf States to address the impact of the Hormuz crisis on seafarers
London/Genoa
Natale Ditel is the new secretary general of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority.
Trieste
He will take office on April 13th.
Attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz region have resumed
Southampton
A fire broke out on an oil tanker hit by a shell. Two bombs fell into the sea near a container ship.
In 2025, the direct economic impact of cruises in the ports of Genoa and Savona was 346 million.
Genoa
Passenger spending was 157 million and airline spending was 189 million.
Agreement reached on new EU customs regime, including new taxes for e-commerce
Brussels
Mandatory use of the European Customs Data Hub from 1 March 2034
Carnival Cruise Line Reports Record Revenues for the December-February Quarter
Miami
During the period, ships hosted approximately 3.1 million passengers (-3.1%)
Nearly half a billion dollars in public resources for US ports
Washington
The funds will be used to modernize port infrastructure and activities
UNIPORT urges accelerated completion of works in the port of Naples
Rome
The level of connection of Italian ports to the global containerized maritime services network remains stable
The level of connection of Italian ports to the global containerized maritime services network remains stable
Geneva
The PLSCI index of the top seven Italian ports most connected to the network is growing
In the first two months of 2026, cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by +6.7%
Foreign traffic increased by 9.2%. Container traffic increased by 9.8%.
Hapag-Lloyd's revenues decreased by 15.2% in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Hamburg
Container traffic handled by the German company's fleet increased by +5.5%
The future European Union Customs Authority will be based in Lille, France.
Brussels
It is expected to employ around 250 people.
The Romanian government is reportedly preparing to nationalize the Mangalia shipyard.
Bucharest
Fincantieri reports record annual financial and commercial results.
Trieste
In 2025, revenues grew by +13.1% and the value of new orders increased by +32.4%
Damen and other creditors have rejected the reorganization plan of the Romanian shipyard in Mangalia.
Mangalia
Federagenti: Strategic port construction is behind schedule everywhere.
Genoa
Pessina asks to know the "real time" of the progress of the infrastructure
Metrans (HHLA Group) to acquire 50% of the Romanian intermodal terminal in Arad
Hamburg
The company will operate up to three trains per week between Budapest and Arad
From May 1st, the EU-Mercosur agreement will be applied provisionally.
Brussels
Sefcovic: an important step in demonstrating our credibility as a major trading partner
German shipowners propose service on merchant ships as an alternative to military service
Hamburg
Kröger: A resilient nation needs not only soldiers, but also seafarers who ensure supplies.
ICTSI and DP World sell their stakes in China's Yantai International Container Terminal
Manila
The company will become wholly owned by Yantai Port Holdings
Chinese group CSSC will build two more cruise ships for Adora Cruises
Shanghai
Option for a third vessel. The "Adora Flora City" launches today.
In the fourth quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Palermo decreased by -9.6%
Palermo
Cruise passengers down by -18.7%
IMO Council resolves to establish a safe corridor in the Strait of Hormuz, but by "peaceful means and on a voluntary basis"
London
Dominguez: Concrete action is needed from all countries and stakeholders
COSCO Shipping Holdings' revenues fell by 12.2% in the last quarter of 2025.
Hong Kong
Containerized volumes transported by the fleet grew by +5.1%
This year, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could accentuate the expected slowdown in world trade.
This year, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could accentuate the expected slowdown in world trade.
Geneva
Economists at the World Trade Organization foresee two scenarios
FS Logistix-ANITA launches its new Bologna-Marcianise freight rail service.
Rome
Perform four weekly rotations
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and Wan Hai Lines saw quarterly revenue decline
Taipei/Keelung
In March, the decreases were -17.8%, -5.9% and -10.7% respectively.
Gianpaolo Serpagli is the new president of the Unione Interporti Riuniti.
Rome
He is president of Cepim Spa - Parma Interport
From GreenMedPorts a pragmatic approach to the development of green maritime corridors in the Mediterranean
Livorno
The concession term for APM Terminals' terminal in Valencia has been extended by eight years.
Valencia
It will expire in 2049 upon reaching 50 years
In the first quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports decreased by -1.3%
Valencia/Madrid
Cruise passengers grow by +15.7%
Grimaldi has taken delivery of the PCTC Grande Inghilterra
Naples
The vessel has a maximum capacity of 9,000 TEUs
In 2025, Blu Navy ferries carried over one million passengers
Portoferraio
ABB Group revenues grew by 18% in the first quarter of 2026
Zurich
Strong increase (+32%) in the value of new orders
Contship Italia has joined the Smart Freight Centre
Melzo
The international organization is committed to the decarbonization of freight transport
Container traffic at CMPort terminals grew by 4.4% in the first quarter
Hong Kong
Record for this time of year
CargoBeamer has extended its Liège-Domodossola intermodal service to the Parma Interporto.
Leipzig
Six round trips per week were made
The antitrust authority has approved Medlog's acquisition of MVN.
Rome
The deadline for concluding the proceedings regarding the Messina-Terminal San Giorgio merger has been extended to May 27.
Fincantieri Marinette Marine shipyard to build aluminum naval drones
National Harbor
The autonomous naval vessels, weighing 250 tons, will be 52 meters long and have a maximum speed of 30 knots.
Truck driver hit and killed at a road haulage strike picket line
Rome
Trasportounito suspends the national shutdown of the sector
CK Hutchison reports record annual revenues in the port segment
Hong Kong
Turnover generated by European terminals grew by +13%
The public meeting of the Genoa freight forwarders' association will be held on April 27th.
Genoa
Meeting at the Stock Exchange Palace
The Grimaldi Group has taken delivery of the new Pure Car & Truck Carrier vessel Grande Tokyo.
Naples
It has a cargo capacity of 9,241 ceu
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Falteri (Federlogistica): The crisis in the Persian Gulf does not justify such rapid and widespread increases in energy prices.
Genoa
GNV has introduced a former Moby ferry into its fleet
Genoa
The ship will undergo refitting operations
Over 65 kilos of cocaine were seized in the port of La Spezia.
La Spezia
They were hidden at the bottom of a wooden chest of drawers
Bunkering in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -25% in the first quarter
Rotterdam/Paris
Container traffic at COSCO Shipping Ports terminals grew by 9.0% in the first three months of 2026.
Hong Kong
In the Mediterranean, there has been an exceptional increase in activity at the Egyptian SCCT terminal in Port Said.
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach decreased by 5.7% in the first three months of 2026.
Long Beach
In March the decline was -5.2%
Saipem has been awarded two offshore contracts in Saudi Arabia
Milan
The value of the orders amounts to approximately 400 million dollars
Brussels authorizes SFPIM's acquisition of Belgian company Lineas
Brussels
No competition issues identified
FS Logistix tests the first smart train on the Milan-Catania line
Rome
The fleet upgrade has reached 700 digitized railcars
Fincantieri Marine Group has been awarded a first contract under the US Navy's LSM program.
Trieste
$30 million order
Another sharp reduction in quarterly freight traffic at the port of Taranto
Taranto
Solid bulk and conventional cargo halved
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -6.1% in the first quarter of 2026.
Hong Kong
In March the decrease was -5.5%
Comparison between Italian ports and Florida ports
Miami
The Italian port system presents itself at Seatrade Cruise Global 2026 in Miami
The Boards of Directors of Interporto Padova and Padova Hall have approved the merger plan of the companies
Padua
A court-appointed expert will have to establish the final exchange ratio
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles decreased by 4.6% in the first three months of 2026.
Los Angeles
In March alone, 752,519 TEUs were handled (-3.3%)
CMA CGM to buy Lebanese group Fattal
Marseille
The company is active in the distribution and marketing of international brands in the Middle East and North Africa.
A record cruise traffic of 15.1 million passengers is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Miami
Senesi (Cemar): growth of a new type of high-spending clientele
Finnish shipyard Meyer Turku achieved record turnover in 2025
Turku
Annual net profit of 83.8 million euros (+21.6%)
Marseille-Fos Port inaugurates cold ironing for simultaneous connection of three large cruise ships.
Marseille
Global Ports Holding to Manage Cruise Terminal at Port of Acapulco
Acapulco
Construction of a new dock is planned
A consortium has been formed in La Spezia to share data and improve supply chain efficiency.
La Spezia
Oats: Logistics efficiency depends on dialogue between all components of the supply chain.
In the first quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +1.7%
Hong Kong
Revenues from this activity decreased by -7.6%
Francesco Di Leverano is the new secretary general of the Southern Adriatic Port Authority.
Bari
His four-year term will begin on May 11
Discount for large-capacity container ships transiting the Suez Canal suspended
Ismailia
It was in force from 15 May 2025
In February, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna decreased by -8.9%
Ravenna
An increase of +1.3% is expected for the month of March
Over 600 illegal workers discovered in the logistics sector
Rome
Coordinated and continuous collaboration contracts that masked actual subordinate employment relationships
RINA and Hanwha collaborate on battery-hybrid propulsion systems for ferries
Genoa/Busan
The projects will concern both existing and newly built vessels
French shipping company TOWT has been placed into administration
Le Havre
The company has two sailing cargo ships
Casciano (Vado Gateway): The final design for the new Bossarino toll booth in Vado Ligure has received approval.
Vado Ligure
The hope - he said - is that the work can be completed as soon as possible.
A forum on the economy, ports, and investments between Italy and North Africa will be held in La Spezia.
La Spezia
Scheduled for April 9th and 10th at the headquarters of the Port Authority of the Eastern Ligurian Sea
Number of ships undergoing repairs in Greece remains stable
Piraeus
Interventions carried out in dry dock are decreasing
The Italian government has extended the reduction in excise duties on fuel
Rome
The deadline has been extended to May 1st. 60% of the resources come from the ETS.
The Gaia Blu research vessel will serve as Italy's technological platform for autonomous navigation.
Rome
Towing operations of the LNG vessel Arctic Metagaz fail.
Tripoli
The LNG carrier is currently out of control and adrift
Yesterday a bulk carrier ran aground while transiting the Suez Canal
Ismailia
The incident was resolved within four hours
Confitarma and Assarmatori: The crisis puts maritime connections to the islands at risk.
Rome
Dominguez (IMO) urges States to coordinate to address the Hormuz maritime crisis
London
Since February 28, 21 attacks against vessels have occurred in the area
The La Spezia freight forwarders' association is urging measures to maintain the port's operational efficiency.
La Spezia
Due Torri is equipping itself with a 15,000-square-meter logistics hub at the Bologna Interporto.
Minerbio
In 2025, the Emilian company's turnover grew by +13.9%
The 2026 Italian Port Days program will begin soon.
Rome
The theme is "Italy, Gateway to the Mediterranean: Dialogues between Landings and Cities"
Port of La Spezia: First test for hydrogen refueling from dockside mobile vehicle to vessel
La Spezia
Bunkering trials at the Baglietto shipyard
NYK consolidates its operations in the dry bulk maritime transport segment
Tokyo
Group leaders appointed in eight European countries
Last year, freight traffic in Tunisian ports decreased by -5.2%
La Goulette
In the fourth quarter alone the decline was -8.5%
The Guardia di Finanza will use new drones to monitor the Gioia Tauro port area.
Gioia Tauro
The ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado will implement new PCS usage rights management procedures starting tomorrow.
Genoa
The measure does not introduce new charges
Nearly 400 kg of pure cocaine seized in the port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
Three distinct operations performed within a week
Confitarma, with the Energy Decree, now is the time to allocate resources to maritime transport.
Rome
Baleària will have its own ferry terminal in the port of Barcelona
Barcelona
It will become operational in a year. Investment of €25.3 million.
In 2025, freight volumes transported by DB Cargo decreased by -8.1%
Berlin
Revenues fell by -8.0%
ONE has acquired 30% of Hutchison Laemchabang Terminal
Singapore
The company operates Terminals D, C1 & C2 and A3 of Laem Chabang Port
A Filt Cgil meeting on port work will be held tomorrow in Genoa.
Rome
It will be held at 10 am in the Port Call Room
Last month the port of Singapore handled 3.4 million containers (+3.2%)
Singapore/Hong Kong
Container traffic in Hong Kong fell by -8.0%
ALIS, the use of ETS revenues to encourage intermodality is a good idea.
Rome
Di Caterina: We hope for a significant increase in the financial resources for the Sea Modal Shift and Ferrobonus instruments starting next year.
CIMC's container sales fell by -31.9% last year.
Hong Kong
Revenues in the container segment fell by -30.9%
Pros and cons of hydrogen applications for decarbonization of the maritime and port sector
Genoa
It was discussed at the Propeller Club - Port of Genoa
In the third quarter of 2025, cargo traffic in Greek ports decreased by -3.6%.
Piraeus
Passengers increased by +1.2%
Confitarma praises legislative initiative for the maritime sector
Rome
Regulatory simplification is a good thing, an essential element for strengthening the competitiveness of national armaments
Assarmatori welcomes the Senate's approval of the "Promoting Marine Resources" bill.
Rome
Messina: overcomes a limitation of the Navigation Code that allows only Italian and EU citizens to join Gente di Mare.
The port system of Venice and Chioggia generates a production value of approximately 15 billion euros
Venice
Direct employees are 26,898 and, including related industries, they rise to 218,853
Green light for aid to reopen the Orbassano-Aiton Alpine Railway Highway.
Brussels
The European Commission authorizes subsidizing the service
Fit Cisl Savona, alarm raised over the potential impact on jobs of the drop in traffic at Vado Gateway.
Savona
The Gioia Tauro Port Authority Management Committee approved the reimbursement of mooring fees.
Gioia Tauro
1.5 million euros allocated
The Management Committee of the Port Authority of Genoa and Savona-Vado has taken note of the framework agreement with PSA
Genoa
The update of the Integrated Activity and Organization Plan has been approved.
Prologis and Singapore's GIC to form joint venture to invest $1.6 billion in new fulfillment centers in the U.S.
San Francisco/Singapore
The initial portfolio is approximately 380 thousand square meters
Hanwha Ocean and ONEX Sign Naval Shipbuilding Agreement
Seoul/Eleusis
The first project in sight is submarines for the Greek Navy
The Antitrust Authority has not opened an investigation into CEVA Logistics' acquisition of the Fagioli group.
Rome
The AGCM believes that the operation will not impede competition or create a dominant position
Singapore's ONE acquires stake in Dongwon Pusan Container Terminal
Singapore
The company operates at the Gammam and Singamman docks of the Port of Busan
EIB finances shore power installation in Rotterdam port
Rotterdam
A loan of 90 million euros has been granted
High-tech exoskeletons to ease the burden on dockworkers in the Port of Livorno.
Livorno
Experiment in collaboration with the Livorno Port Company
Salvatore Lauro, a shipowner from Campania, died yesterday in Ischia.
Naples
He was a senator of the Republic from 1996 to 2005
APM Terminals acquires 49% stake in Vietnam's Hateco Hai Phong International Container Terminal
The Hague/Hanoi
Third phase of construction of Mexico's Lázaro Cárdenas terminal begins
FedEx revenues increased by 8.3% in the December-February quarter
Memphis
Quarterly net income was $1.06 billion (+16.2%)
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
The public meeting of the Genoa freight forwarders' association will be held on April 27th.
Genoa
Appointment at the Stock Exchange Palace
A forum on the economy, ports, and investments between Italy and North Africa will be held in La Spezia.
La Spezia
Scheduled for April 9th and 10th at the headquarters of the Port Authority of the Eastern Ligurian Sea
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Shipbuilding's Spring Illusion: Backbone Collapses
(The Chosun Daily)
Russian shipbuilding holding USC designing high ice-class container ship for Rosatom for Northern Sea Route
(Interfax)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
London pledges £746 million to renovate Nigeria's two ports, Apapa and Tin Can Island, in Lagos.
London
Agreement between UK Export Finance and the Nigerian Ports Authority
Fabrizio Urbani is the new secretary general of the Port Authority of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea.
Civitavecchia
Unanimous resolution of the Management Committee
In the fourth quarter of 2025, French ports handled 74.2 million tonnes of goods (+7.2%)
La Defense
UNI/Fermerci reference practices on staff training presented at MIT
Rome
The Council of State has rejected the relocation of Genoa's chemical warehouses.
Rome/Genoa
The AdSP declares itself ready for a technical discussion within the framework of a specific initiative by the municipal administration
FS Logistix and Nurminen Logistics inaugurate a new weekly rail service between Sweden and Italy
Rome
2,500 kilometer route
Hapag-Lloyd signs maritime cooperation agreement with Indian government
Hamburg
Plans to bring ships under the Indian flag and collaborate in the development of ship recycling and Vadhavan port
A project for the digital transformation and technological development of the port of Gioia Tauro has been funded.
Gioia Tauro
Resources worth almost two million euros for the Port Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas
Keel-laying and coin-laying ceremony for a new ferry under construction for ACTV
Piombino
It took place in the Piombino Industrie Marittime shipyard
Touax Container Services increased container sales by 36% in 2025
Paris
Revenues decreased by -5% in the year
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