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November 17, 2021
Exim Indiaweb site
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
  • Carriers reportedly skipping port calls to meet schedules
  • Complete framework of Just-in-Time standards for main port call activities published
  • Freight transportation by Northern Sea Route up
  • Shreyas Shipping & Logistics acquires its first bulk carrier vessel
  • Basmati shipments to Iran likely seen increasing
  • Coal import increases in H1
  • Extension of Date for Mandatory electronic filing of Non-Preferential Certificate of Origin (CoO) through the Common Digital Platform to 31st Jan. 2022
  • Gautam Kumar Das takes charge as Chief Manager (Finance), JNPT
  • American Airlines Cargo continues international route expansion with daily service to New Delhi
  • Prices for one-way air freight charter flights soar
  • Qatar Airways becomes first carrier to join the IATA CO2NNECT platform, launching its new voluntary carbon offsetting programme for air cargo shipments
  • Exports continue surge in Oct.
  • Global merchandise trade slowing due to disruptions in critical sectors
  • Govt mulls amendment to increase commercial exploitation of AAI land
  • Maritime And Logistics Awards (MALA) 2021 generating tremendous response & excitement

International Transport Journalweb site
  • More capacity for temperature-controlled goods
  • Second Euro Dual increases flexibility
  • DHL Express expands capacity to Asia
  • High rates well into 2024?
  • Hegele Healthcare in Singapore
  • 130 e-trucks keep e-scooters moving
  • Promotion for Tom Drury
  • Air BP: aviation fuel venture in Iraq
  • Hamburg's way out of the blues
  • Home match for Turkish Cargo
  • Banking on UK business
  • Transporting 50 t of whey to China
  • Hapag-Lloyd chooses Donya-Florence Amer
  • Two for cyber security at sea
  • Laurels for Rafed
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Paris-Vatry airport selects handling solution
  • Broekman Logistics picks Nicolas Parey

The Loadstarweb site
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
  • Maersk and Grindrod JV will merge South African container operations
  • RCL reports 'another phenomenal profit', but operating costs are soaring too
  • More freighter flights for Malaysia as e-commerce traffic builds
  • Americold still out in the cold, financially, and CEO Fred Boehler is fired
  • Mawan, Greater Bay Area's first smart port officially opens
  • Cargo theft rising as criminal gangs take advantage of traffic increase
  • Air cargo mentors ready to support and develop 'next-gen of female leaders'
  • Southern California ports delay fee for containers lingering in yards
  • Marie Owens Thomsen to join IATA as chief economist
  • M&A radar: GXO Logistics - the big deal M'rsk needs
  • Supply chain radar: 'California Trucking' the culprit of the west coast congestion crisis?

Marine Logweb site
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
  • Blount books order for 4 hybrid-ready CTVs
    Warren, R.I., shipbuilder Blount Boats has won an order to build four hybrid-ready crew transfer vessels (CTVs) for delivery in 2023 - 2024 to American Offshore Services (A-O-S). A-O-S said today that
  • San Pedro Bay ports to delay charging "dwell fee" on lingering boxes
    The Port of Los Angeles and the Port of Long Beach are to delay consideration of the "Container Dwell Fee," to be slapped on ocean carriers for boxes lingering too long at
  • Philly Shipyard wins GLDD rock installer contract
    Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation (NASDAQ: GLDD), the largest provider of dredging services in the U.S., is pushing forward with its plans to get into the offshore wind farm installation market.
  • RIX emphasizes on-vessel hydrogen-on-demand
    Benicia. Calif.-headquartered RIX Industries sees on-vessel hydrogen-on-demand as the key to building momentum in decarbonization for the maritime industry-and it's taking that message to next month's International WorkBoat Show. It will be
  • Shipping needs solutions to support decarbonization goals
    By Noah Silberschmidt, CEO and Founder, Silverstream Technologies Shipping's clean technology market is growing more complicated in the rush to decarbonize, says Noah Silberschmidt, CEO and Founder of Silverstream Technologies. Proof of
  • EPA slaps box ship and bulker with VGP violation penalties
    The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has assessed penalties totaling $81,474 against two commercial ships over inspection, monitoring, and reporting violations in California and Louisiana. According to the agency, the 13,052 TEU
  • OMSA report alleges offshore wind Jones Act violations
    The Offshore Marine Service Association (OMSA) has released its second report made to U.S. authorities under its Jones Act Enforcer program. Sent to Rear Admiral John W. Mauger. Assistant Commandant for Prevention

Lloyd's Listweb site
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
  • GasLog benefits from strong LNG spot market
    Greece-based owner said its spot fleet scored a net increase of $23.7m compared with the same quarter a year ago
  • Zim takes nine of 10 new Navios boxship charters
    Zim has been identified as the charterer behind deals for six Navios' newbuildings and three out of four existing panamaxes
  • Euroseas sees upward trajectory for profits
    Expanding Greek owner posts big increase in third-quarter profit
  • Sovcomflot sees initial signs of recovery in tanker market
    The company has signed a $110m credit facility to finance two new shuttle tankers which will be delivered in the...
  • Rising oil supplies underpin tanker freight rates upturn, says IEA
    Increased production, combined with rising crude demand and ending of refinery maintenance have boosted tanker demand and lifted dirty freight...
  • Top 10 flag states 2021
    The biggest rise in registrations came from Liberia, which is closing the gap with top spot holder Panama. The Liberian...
  • John Fredriksen eyes clean tech investments
    Shipping magnate lines up clean energy technology investments via new blank cheque company ST Energy Transition I, which has filed...
  • Market blow-out helps Flex LNG to raise dividend
    Given its 'healthy earnings, positive outlook and super-strong financial position', John Fredriksen's Flex LNG has decided to lift its quarterly...
  • London Club joins P&I 12.5% stampede
    Marine mutual opts for double-digit boost to top line by higher individual pricing
  • Supply chain volatility holds back Hamburg volumes
    Hamburg is on track to just better last year's throughput figures. But volumes remain below where they were in 2019
  • Concordia appoints new chief as Ullman set to retire
    Lewenhaupt will take the helm at the Swedish product tankers outfit on January 1
  • Cameroon flag registry in fresh links to Iran oil trading
    Roza is one of 18 Cameroon-flagged tankers tracked in US-sanctioned Venezuela and Iran trades
  • Singapore extends programme to vaccinate foreign seafarers
    Singapore started vaccinating non-resident seafarers in August with the next phase of the scheme taking effect from November 15 and...
  • Maersk boosts southern Africa logistics links
    After merging Safmarine into its main brand, Maersk is expanding its presence in southern Africa again. A deal with Grindrod...
  • Importers and distributors bear brunt of supply chain crisis
    Global Shippers Forum head asks if supply chain congestion and record ocean freight rates in 2021, which threaten the business...
  • Daily Briefing
    Reduced high-sulphur fuel oil demand pushes scrubber spreads to 2021 highs | Transition to zero-emission ships could take decades |...
  • California ports delay dwell fee on improved container flows
    Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles said they have seen a combined 26% decline in aging cargo on the...
  • Port call optimisation standards published
    The multiple actors in a port call often have different concepts of what certain events mean. The Digital Container Standards...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
  • Zim suspends Asia-LA service due to port congestion
  • End of supply chain crisis could come sooner than expected: analyst
  • Congestion curbs supply of Christmas goods in Germany: survey
  • 3PLs riding high on shipper demand, new investment
  • Container 'spillover' into breakbulk market stabilizing
  • Reefer shippers take 'back seat' as dry container rates soar: JOC webcast

TradeWindsweb site
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
  • Star Bulk delivers upside surprise on dividend and earnings
  • Ports must look beyond federal aid for upgrades, says Pete Buttigieg
  • Pittas unfazed by 'a little resistance' from containership charterers
  • Booming LNG spot market may calm in early 2022 albeit at high rates
  • International Seaways linked to MR sale as rates spike
  • Capesize bulker rates fall almost 10% after short-lived stability
  • MSC to test Wartsila retrofit system to burn cleaner fuels in existing engines
  • Buckle up! The container clog may continue until consumer spending changes
  • Costamare on bulker expansion path again, as ship values wobble
  • Edda Wind's $116m Oslo IPO over-subscribed in 15 minutes
  • What does Viasat takeover of Inmarsat mean for shipping?
  • Inmarsat's sale to Viasat - satellite of love or trigger for mergers?
  • Sellers' pre-sale inspections up 34% in hot secondhand market
  • SFL says charter rates are too good to sell older ships just now
  • Boskalis offloads Asian tug businesses to Rimorchiatori for $91m
  • TS Lines bumps up feeder containership orders at Fujian Mawei
  • Maersk and Grindrod venture switches up ownership at African feeder operator OACL
  • BW LPG says 'heavy' newbuild schedule creating uncertainty from 2023
  • Marinakis' Capital Maritime strikes deal for eco MR tanker sextet at Hyundai Mipo
  • Flex LNG lifts fourth-quarter forecast as spot market hits 'all time highs'
  • Sovcomflot sees end to tanker pain as rates rise after tough quarter
  • Schulte enters Saudi Arabian OSV sector in deal with Rawabi
  • Belships CEO: 'Strong results can continue' despite lower bulker rates
  • Supreme Court rejects CMA CGM's appeal in landmark 'unseaworthy' boxship fight
  • Patitsas poised to reap benefits of 'perfectly timed' tanker orders
  • DSME sees red ink increase due to lack of earlier sales
  • Philly to build first-ever subsea rock installation vessel for US market
  • Los Angeles and Long Beach postpone $100 container 'linger' fee
  • Product tanker scrapping hits decade high as age of vessels falls

American Shipperweb site
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
  • Flooding cuts off Port of Vancouver rail service
    The Port of Vancouver warns of terminal disruptions and vessel delays after flooding in British Columbia cuts off CN and CP rails.
  • Mammoth Freighters to convert first 777s for Cargojet
    Cargojet is the launch customer for Mammoth Freighters, which turns used passenger planes into full-time cargo haulers.
  • Alibaba expands Atlas Air tie with daily deliveries to S. America
    Cainiao is becoming a bigger logistics giant than Amazon in cross-border trade.

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
  • OIL FUTURES: RBOB, ULSD rally as US economic data paint bullish near-term demand picture
    NYMEX refined product futures moved settled higher Nov. 16 on the heels of strong US economic data, but crude prices lacked direction amid a stronger dollar and a rising supply outlook.
  • TENDER DATA: Taiwan's CPC sells IMO-compliant LSFO loading H1 Dec
    CPC sold the cargo on the back of higher margins for the product, a source close to the matter said.
  • Bunker sales in Panama rise in October to their highest level in five months
    Bunker sales in Panama rose in October supported by soaring high sulfur and marine gasoil markets, but the volume for marine fuel 0.5%S dropped to its lowest volume since June 2020.
  • OPEC to stay 'cautious,' with oil market surplus coming in December: Barkindo
    "The surplus is already beginning in December," Barkindo told reporters on the sidelines of the ADIPEC conference, citing data from the US that has shown oil stocks building in the past few weeks.
  • OIL FUTURES: Crude ticks up as market weighs supply outlook, inflation concerns
    The issue of rising inflation has become a priority for US President Joe Biden. The US Dollar Index surpassed 95.00 last week and was around 95.54 in the morning in Europe.
  • Global refinery runs set to rise in Q4 as maintenance ends: IEA
    Global runs are expected to rise by almost 3 million b/d in November and December and cross the 80 million b/d mark this month for the first time since January 2020.
  • GAC Bunker Fuels, Neutral Fuels partner to market biofuel blend
    This comes as shipping companies are increasingly looking for cost-effective ways to meet their carbon emission reduction targets and are relying on their suppliers to offer sustainable solutions.
  • World oil supply to rise 1.5 million b/d in Nov-Dec fueled by US bounce-back: IEA
    In its latest monthly oil market report, the Paris-based IEA noted that high prices, driven partly by the policies of OPEC+ nations, were serving both to "temper" the recovery in oil demand and spur US shale output.
  • H2 Green to develop hydrogen and ammonia hub in Shoreham, UK, to decarbonize port
    The project could decarbonize the 800 trucks a day that pass through the port, and could fuel port and coastal marine craft.
  • Japan's delivered 380 CST HSFO bunker premium nears 2-year high as bunker inventory low
    Power generation companies' appetites for HSFO increased so as to meet seasonal winter demand, while domestic refineries undergoing maintenance have reduced production capacities, market sources said.
  • Fujairah Nov ex-wharf 380 CST high sulfur bunker fuel premium stable from Oct
    By capping the downstream orders for delivered 380 CST HSFO despite strong demand, the ex-wharf quantities agreed for monthly term contractual supply in November remained stable and relatively unchanged from the previous month, according to traders.
  • VLGC rates rise to near six-month highs, uptrend set to last till Feb
    Sources attributed this to delays that VLGCs, especially unbooked ones, face in transiting the Panama Canal, as well as congestion at discharge ports in India and China, which limited available vessels at a time of healthy demand for LPG in Asia.

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Suez Canal: Signs of a recovery in ship traffic in September
Suez Canal: Signs of a recovery in ship traffic in September
Ismailia
However, the repercussions of the crisis in the Red Sea persist
Taranto, the steel crisis continues to weigh on the port.
Taranto, the steel crisis continues to weigh on the port.
Taranto
Liquid bulk cargoes are supporting volumes, but overall traffic is down 5.7% in the first nine months of 2026. Container traffic remains volatile.
US port tariffs on Chinese ships, trade coalition calls for permanent suspension
Washington
Hundreds of associations have written to Greer ahead of the January 9, 2027, deadline. Among them is the World Shipping Council.
T&E: The ETS should become the driving force behind investments in e-fuels for aircraft and ships.
Brussels
The organization's demands for the overhaul of the ETS: more European resources, a dedicated fund, and two-sided auctions
In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Livorno fell by -3.6%
Livorno
Ports on Elba also experienced a decline (-3.3%). The port of Piombino bucked the trend with a +5.7%.
Cargo volumes down in Southern Adriatic ports in the first six months of 2026
Bari
The system loses 676 thousand tons compared to 2025, almost all between the two largest ports
In the third quarter, ship traffic in the Panama Canal remained stable
Panama/Balboa
However, the tonnage of ships and the volume of goods in transit are growing
Le Aziende informano
Ufficiali di Macchina: l'Accademia Italiana della Marina Mercantile apre le selezioni per il corso ITS triennale gratuito. Scadenza 26 ottobre
Maritime ETS, FEPORT supports cargo-related anti-avoidance measure
Brussels
It is the most effective solution - claims the federation of European terminal operators - to protect the competitiveness of EU ports
COSCO Shipping, revenues +29% and profits +82%: the credit goes to freight rates, rather than volumes
Hong Kong
The trans-Pacific market is the driving force behind the Chinese group's accounts
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reports increased net income but declining margins in the third quarter.
Miami
APM Terminals signs further expansion phase for the Moroccan port of Tangier Med
Rabat
An investment of over 800 million dollars is planned to build 1.2 kilometers of docks
Port of Barcelona launches project to reduce cruise terminals from seven to five
Barcelona
Review of the concession held by Creuers del Port de Barcelona
Boluda and Samskip, a new merger in European short-sea shipping.
Boluda and Samskip, a new merger in European short-sea shipping.
Valencia/Rotterdam
The Spanish group has signed an agreement to acquire all the activities of the Dutch group and expand its multimodal platform
Indian shipyards on EU ship recycling list, ECSA asks MEPs to approve
Brussels
Call to reject a motion opposing the Commission's proposal
CVC DIF has acquired a majority stake in the Spanish shipyard Cernaval
Schiphol
The Iberian company employs approximately 275 people
Contship Italia acquires the Tarros group
Melzo/La Spezia
All the activities and assets that make up the integrated service system of the La Spezia group are changing hands
Villa Vie Residences' residential cruise ship suspended
Villa Vie Residences' residential cruise ship suspended
Fort Lauderdale/Sihanoukville
The company attributes the ship's grounding to rising fuel costs and is working on a restructuring and recapitalization plan.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen orders four 9,900 CEU PCTCs plus eight options
Lysaker
Agreement with the Chinese shipyard Jinling Shipyard (Jiangsu)
Royal Caribbean posts record quarterly revenue of $5.59 billion. Full-year 2026 forecasts are raised.
Royal Caribbean posts record quarterly revenue of $5.59 billion. Full-year 2026 forecasts are raised.
Miami
EBITDA at 2.53 billion and passengers at 2.68 million in the July-September period
Maritime safety, ETS, flags, and employment are the focus of the Confitarma president's report.
Rome
Zanetti calls for a European alliance for freedom of navigation, a national pact for the transition, and less bureaucracy for the Italian flag.
Global Ports Holding signs concession agreement for Saint Vincent cruise port
Istanbul
The agreement has a duration of 30 years
Sunde family sells Color Line to Stena
Gothenburg
Swedish ferry group acquires Norway's largest cruise ferry company
Chinese ports, the race is slowing down
Chinese ports, the race is slowing down
Beijing
After 25 years of growth, freight traffic is almost at a standstill, but containers are still breaking records.
Lorenzo Sanna is the new president of ANPAN
Sestri Levante
Parmigiani: Regarding the High Seas Protocol, we should return to the commander's paper declaration.
2027 will once again be a record year for the Italian cruise industry
Livorno
Approximately 16 million passengers are expected, with a growth of +4%
Port reform: Commission discusses only setting aside and rejecting vessels
Rome
The Chamber of Deputies has passed no amendments in three weeks. The only exception is Port Authority staff.
Road haulage, truce near. The government releases funds for diesel fuel and structural reforms.
Rome
Emergency decree approved with tax credits, a ban on leasing, and fuel surcharge protections
The fleet of dual-fuel containerships and car carriers exceeds 500 units
Washington
A 41% jump compared to September 2025. Industry investments have exceeded $200 billion.
Green Maritime Corridors: China Leads the Race
Shanghai
Nearly a fifth of global developments involve a Chinese port. The Global Maritime Forum report highlights fuel and collaboration as strengths, while demand remains weak.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports grew by +2.1%
Madrid
Bulk cargo is driving the trend. Containerized cargo remains stable.
The EU invests in the green revolution of the seas
Brussels
From ammonia to e-methanol, from electric ferries to CO2 capture: projects reshaping the future of European shipping have received funding.
Road haulage associations call for an end to roadblocks in the South.
Rome/Modena
After the meeting with Salvini, the trade unions urged Piantedosi to intervene. Ruote Libere responded: listen to the protesters, not repress them.
APM Terminals and Hateco sign agreement to develop a rail freight terminal network in northern Vietnam
Copenhagen
Initial investment estimated at around $3.5 billion
IFM Investors to acquire CPPIB and OMERS' stakes in Associated British Ports
London
Agreement reached for the transfer of 63.9% of the capital of the British port group
DSV, Air & Sea and Contract Logistics drive third quarter, while road transport slows
Copenhagen
Road division suffers from problems following Schenker integration
Decarbonizing shipping: The UK should learn from FuelEU Maritime's mistakes.
London
The UK Chamber of Shipping presents the government with a document with lessons from the first two years of application of the European regulation
The port of Antwerp-Bruges returns to growth in the third quarter, with a +2.5% after two quarters of decline
Antwerp
Containers, ro-ro and dry bulk are driving the recovery, while steel and energy products remain in difficulty
Interferry renews alarm over postponement of road haulage inclusion in the EU ETS
Victoria
Roos: The burdens and challenges of decarbonisation cannot be borne by individual sectors
The port of Trieste recovers on container traffic in the third quarter, but the railway remains in difficulty
Trieste
Liquid bulk on the rise
Record quarterly cruise traffic at Global Ports Holding terminals
Istanbul
Only the numbers in the Eastern Mediterranean and Adriatic region are decreasing
Rheinmetall confirms partnership with MSC for acquisition of Romanian shipyard in Mangalia
Düsseldorf
The purchase price of approximately 138 million euros will be paid jointly by the two partners
Strait of Hormuz: Another weekend of attacks on ships
Tehran/Southampton
First use of RPG anti-tank rocket fired from a small vessel
Port of Rotterdam: General cargo declines in third quarter, bulk traffic increases
Rotterdam
In the first nine months of 2026, 323.2 million tonnes were handled (+0.9%)
The Ligurian Shipbuilding Observatory is born: a sector worth two billion euros and employing over 10,000 people.
Genoa
AdSP, Confindustria Genova and Unione Industriali Savona launch permanent monitoring of the sector
BPA says UK container growth depends on investment, not carbon leakage
London
A report by the British association contests the Spanish Observatory: the indicator in teu-miles does not measure real volumes and amplifies the effect of the order of ports of call
ETS: Shipping accounts for 10% of emissions but pays nearly 20% of the bill.
Brussels
ECSA Study: European Shipowners Call for Triple SMAP Quotas for Sustainable Fuels and Technologies
AP Moller Capital to acquire Portek International Port Group
Copenhagen
It will be sold by the Japanese company Mitsui & Co.
Washington and Madrid's port dispute threatens to escalate into a trade war.
Washington
The FMC proposes a levy of 200 thousand dollars per voyage on ships under the Spanish flag and restrictions on the import of certain products
Port reform: the Commission rejects the governance changes to Ports of Italy.
Rome
Yesterday, the Chamber of Deputies' Committee voted on Article 9 of Bill 2925: the opposition's amendments were rejected; further consideration has been postponed to another session.
Port of Singapore sets new all-time record for quarterly container throughput (TEUs)
Singapore
Marine fuel sales highlight ongoing transformation of fuel market
Two container ships hit by shells while transiting the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Singapore
The "GFS Pride" suffered damage and a fire on board, and subsequently sank
Attacks on ships and ports: ETF appeals to EU leaders
Brussels
"We need action, not another declaration of concern": the union calls for worker safety to be placed at the heart of the European response in the Black Sea.
RINA held responsible for the sinking of the Al Salam Boccaccio '98 , according to the Genoa court.
Genoa
The company declares its profound disagreement and recalls the conclusions of other investigations
Peru plans second major national port
File
The port of Corío will be built on the southern coast of the country to also serve Brazilian exports
Attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz and the Black Sea are multiplying.
Sofia/Southampton/New Delhi
Two vessels hit in Bulgaria's special economic zone
Maritime ETS: SMAP under scrutiny by those who produce the fuels of the future
Brussels
A joint letter from producers, utilities, shipowners and NGOs calls for the reservation of quotas for e-fuels and the introduction of advance booking
The Port of Los Angeles sets new all-time monthly and quarterly container throughput records.
Los Angeles
New peaks in full containers upon disembarkation and empty boxes
Rheinmetall acquires Mangalia shipyard for €138 million
Bucharest
The project is linked to the relaunch of the Romanian shipbuilding industry and the construction of four units for the Navy
United Transport Mutual is born: ships, ports and logistics under the same insurance umbrella.
London
UK P&I Club and TT Club members approve merger, retaining names, brands and teams
Spain, short sea shipping is declining
Madrid
SPC Spain warns that the costs of environmental regulations are pushing trafficking away from the sea
Port of Ravenna, August at -20.5% and September estimated at -9%.
Ravenna
Global trade is more resilient than expected. AI is boosting goods, while services are holding back.
Geneva
The WTO has revised its estimates: goods growth of 3.9% in 2026, services growth of 3.3%. But the impact of the Middle East crisis is not the same for everyone.
Fincantieri and Leonardo reach agreement to strengthen Orizzonte Sistemi Navali's role.
Trieste/Rome
The companies aim to consolidate the industrial and commercial role of the joint venture
Port of Rijeka: Various cargoes push Luka Rijeka forward, while the Adriatic Gate container terminal loses ground.
Rijeka
In the first nine months of 2026, overall traffic fell by -15% to 3.83 million tonnes
Confetra: The government wants to abolish the tax on small parcels.
Rome
Satisfaction with the government's choices in the budget bill
A Port Renewable Energy Community has been established in Taranto
Taranto
Among the objectives, the development of the Apulian port as an energy hub
Filt and Uilt, the temporary port labor system is not anachronistic
Rome
To define it in this way - the unions denounce - means distorting the nature and role of Article 17 of Law 84/94.
New quarterly record for freight traffic in Albanian ports
Tirana
In the period July-September passengers decreased by -5.4%
FedEx's earnings are rising, but net profit falls 68%.
Memphis
The non-cash capital loss related to the spin-off of FedEx Freight weighs heavily
Kalmar recorded a 22% growth in new orders in the third quarter
Helsinki
Turnover stable. Net profit down 14%.
In the third quarter, sales of containers produced by CIMC increased by +30%
Hong Kong
Commercial activity driven by dry boxes (+36%). Reefer units dropped by 28%.
Ports, new investments in Tuscany and Sardinia
Livorno/Cagliari
The 2027 budget estimates for the two Port Authorities have been approved. Highlights include the Piombino dock, works in Livorno, and dredging and electrification projects in Sardinian ports.
Finding qualified personnel in Italian ports is increasingly difficult.
Naples
An analysis by Randstad Research of 13 professional profiles also highlights a marked gender imbalance
COSCO Shipping Ports reports record third-quarter revenue
Hong Kong
In the July-September period, net profit was 102.5 million dollars (+3.4%)
Approval for the 2027 budget forecast and the 2027-2029 POT of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
The forecast document shows revenues of approximately 24 million euros and expenses of approximately 88 million
Ravenna native Bongiovanni confirmed as president of the Federagenti Youth Committee.
Rome
Renewal of the federation's board of directors
The 2027-2029 Three-Year Operational Plan for the Central Adriatic Port System has been approved.
Ancona
308 million euros of investments are planned, of which 218 million for the Marche region and 91 million for Abruzzo.
The 2027 budget forecast for the Western Liguria Port Authority has been approved.
Genoa
New surcharge on goods postponed to 2028
DP World opens a temperature-controlled warehouse near Bologna
Bologna
Surface area of 22 thousand square meters
Saipem wins two new offshore drilling contracts
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 121 million dollars.
Hanwha brings Philadelphia Naval Shipyard under Defense Division control
Arlington
The goal is to integrate the construction of commercial and military ships
The Ports of La Spezia and Carrara approve the 2027-2029 Three-Year Public Works Program and the 2027 Budget.
La Spezia
Pisano: PTLP concrete and consistent with currently available resources
Port concessions: Regional Administrative Court (TAR) blocks 2025 fee increase
Rome
The appeal of Assiterminal and sixteen port companies has been accepted.
Wärtsilä sees quarterly order increases, but not in the Marine segment
Helsinki
In the period July-September the company recorded a net profit of 125 million euros (-31%)
Montaresi appointed general secretary of the Eastern Ligurian Sea Port Authority for another four years.
La Spezia
Renewal of office on the proposal of President Pisano
Double ceremony for two Explora Journeys ships at the Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa
Genoa
Launch of "Explora V" and coin ceremony of "Explora VI"
Italian CMD passes under the control of the UAE group EDGE
Abu Dhabi/Rome
Cousins Mariano and Giorgio Negri retain a significant shareholding
The Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority presents the new layout of the port of Piombino.
Livorno
Gariglio: A concrete step towards industrial reconversion and the future of Piombino.
FS Logistix has purchased six new CZ LOKO locomotives for freight and shunting services
Rome/Prague
This is the fourth order of this type for the Czech company in ten years.
Port of Bremerhaven: The cruise ship Mein Schiff 3 collided with two container ships.
Bremen
No injuries. The cruise was canceled.
Paolo Moretti has been appointed CEO of RINA Spa.
Genoa
Giosuè Vezzuto has assumed the role of CEO of RINA Services
HD Hyundai and Kiewit to establish joint venture at new shipyard in the US
Houston/Seoul
The construction of both military and commercial vessels is planned
Konecranes' quarterly port equipment orders decline as revenue increases
Helsinki
Kuehne+Nagel's third quarter was very positive
Schindellegi
Growth in economic and operating results in all business segments
Wildcat's race for US defense: exclusive agreement with historic Fraser shipyard
Superior
The Miami Beach fund's operation is part of the government's plan to relaunch the American shipbuilding industry.
Port of Ancona: First single ZES authorization issued
Ancona
A three million euro investment in yacht construction has been unblocked.
Access to the port of Ravenna is authorized for vessels with a maximum draft of 11.00 meters.
Ravenna
Benevolent: it is a fundamental step for the economic and strategic development of the airport
Port of Genoa extends food inspection authorization to PSA SECH terminal
Genoa
The provision of the Ministry of Health expands the categories of products that can be subjected to control
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On Thursday, the Unione Interporti Riuniti will present the ELODIE project at the Chamber of Deputies.
Rome
The aim is to create a digital federation of interports
ABB reports record orders of $12 billion in the third quarter.
Zurich
Revenues and profits also increased, while the group announced a joint venture with Mitsubishi Electric
In the third quarter of 2026, containers in the port of Barcelona decreased by -9.2%
Barcelona
The decline was driven by a 19.9% reduction in transhipment traffic.
COSCO Shipping Ports terminals set new quarterly container throughput record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September also volumes handled by CMPort
In August, the ports of Western Liguria handled 5.2 million tons of goods (+1.6)
Genoa
In Genoa, an increase of +6.1% was recorded, while Savona-Vado Ligure suffered a decrease of -10.0%.
Raben Italy opens a new warehouse in Pomezia
Milan
The goal is to consolidate the positioning and territorial expansion in road transport
Port of La Spezia signs agreement to develop blue economy and security projects
La Spezia
It was signed by the AdSP and the Foundation of the National Centre of the Underwater Dimension
The Port of Long Beach celebrates new monthly container throughput record
Long Beach
New all-time high also in the July-September quarter
The tender for the partial demolition of the North Pier of the Port of Ancona has been launched.
Ancona
The intervention includes the regularization of the relevant seabeds
HMM invests over $1.6 billion for 12 new container ships
Busan
By 2029, the delivery of eight 13,000 TEU vessels, three 2,800 TEU vessels and one 1,700 TEU vessel
Paolo Pessina confirmed as president of Federagenti
Rome
Unanimous vote of the Federation assembly
Negotiations have begun to renew the single collective bargaining agreement for the shipping industry.
Rome
The parties have agreed on a busy schedule of meetings
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 15.1% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
In September the increase was +25.0%
Maritime training: Appeal to the Regional Administrative Court (TAR) against the Port Authority's fee hike
Rome
ANIFORMAR, CONFORMAR, and 15 training centers challenge the MIT-MEF decree: increases reach up to 149.3%.
The Spinelli Group has opened a new empty container depot in Novi Ligure.
Genoa
Investment worth 14 million euros
Rhenus integrates its logistics services into a single hub at the Padua Interporto.
Padua
The site will bring together road transport, air and sea freight, warehousing and specialized services
A truck driver dies at the Cagliari canal port.
Cagliari
He would have been crushed by a load of large pipes
Maritime labor, Confitarma is concerned about the uncertainty arising from the Revenue Agency's interpretative stance.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries plans to expand shipbuilding capacity
Tokyo
The company plans to invest 100 billion yen
Trasportounito: The government is crazy if it thinks the road haulage crisis can be solved on its own.
Rome
Application of the diesel cost adjustment clause urged
Emanuele Grimaldi is the new president of the Malta International Shipowners Association.
Valletta
She takes over from Marily Frangista, who has been leading the association since April 2022.
The fourth edition of Green Logitics Expo kicks off tomorrow morning in Padua.
Padua
It will see the participation of over 300 exhibitors and the holding of 30 conference events
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports decreased by -1.1%.
Ankara
Volumes to and from Italy grew by +6.2%
Assiterminal, the flexibility of the PRPs should take into account the relevant market in which the ports operate
Genoa
Cetus Maritime plans to list on the Euronext Growth Oslo stock market
Hong Kong
Acquisition of 16 ships in preparation for listing on the stock exchange
On Saturday, a U.S. jet struck a bulk carrier in the Gulf of Oman.
Tampa
Centcom: The ship had attempted to enforce a naval blockade against Iran.
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
Assologistica event to discuss the Mediterranean strategy for Italian competitiveness
Rome
It will be held next October 30th in Naples
On Thursday, the Unione Interporti Riuniti will present the ELODIE project at the Chamber of Deputies.
Rome
The aim is to create a digital federation of interports
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Cosco Shipping arm readies China IPO to capitalise on global shipbuilding wave
(South China Morning Post)
Rosatom expects cargo traffic along Northern Sea Route to rise 14% in 2026 - CEO
(Interfax)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del Presidente Mario Zanetti
Roma, 27 ottobre 2026
››› File
Ship hit near Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A bullet started a fire which was later put out
OOCL reports 9.0% growth in vessel-borne volumes in the third quarter
Hong Kong
The increase in the value of maritime freight rates causes a +45.1% increase in revenues
HD Hyundai Marine Solutions to Acquire American Company Goltens Worldwide
Dubai/Seongnam
The company deals with the repair and maintenance of large marine engines and industrial machinery.
UNATRAS to the government: Immediately unblock measures to reduce diesel prices.
Rome
Road transport associations report delays and uncertainties in implementing the May 22 agreement and are calling for an urgent meeting.
Port of Taranto: Gugliotti renews his request to the government for funding for the port's wind farm.
Taranto
The project - he underlined - can neither be scaled down nor postponed.
Attack on a ship in the middle of the Persian Gulf
Southampton
The UKMTO reported that several projectiles caused casualties among the crew members.
Gioia Tauro: Addendum to the updated Port Plan approved
Gioia Tauro
The analysis will allow us to evaluate the Port Agency's employment and staffing needs.
Ships queuing, fuel wasted: how waiting at anchor can save you money.
Copenhagen
The Global Maritime Forum publishes Cargill's test results on 16 real-world voyages. Slowing down and arriving when the berth is free reduces fuel consumption and emissions.
ZIM raises full-year 2026 guidance
Haifa
Adjusted EBITDA and EBIT expected to be $2.7 billion/$3.0 billion and $1.4 billion/$1.7 billion
Gabriele Sangiorgi appointed acting secretary general of the Ravenna Port Authority.
Ravenna
Fabio Maletti's term has expired
Port of Genoa: Messina Terminal workers strike for one hour for a month
Genoa
The company reports that one of the union members did not show up at the last meeting as part of the cooling-off procedure provided for by the National Collective Labour Agreement.
Port of Taranto, agreement to participate in the development of the Valbasento Interporto in Ferrandina.
Matera/Taranto
A logistical-functional masterplan will be developed within 180 days
Attica, the deficit is reduced thanks mainly to capital gains and coverage
Kallithea
First half of the year with fewer crossings and slightly increasing revenues
Since the beginning of the year, passengers and goods on GNV ships have increased by +2% and +5%
Marrakech
Three-year strategic partnership with the Office National Marocain du Tourisme
Filt Cgil, recognize maritime and port work as arduous
Rome
The union is calling for a clear provision to be included in the next budget law.
Escola Europea - Intermodal Transport celebrates its 20th anniversary
Barcelona
A Mediterranean sea voyage between Barcelona, Civitavecchia, Palermo, and Genoa.
Tanker attacked in Hormuz
Southampton
The unit continued its navigation regularly
FS Logistix and Interporto Bologna presented the first Italian experimental DAC train
Assologistica event to discuss the Mediterranean strategy for Italian competitiveness
Rome
It will be held next October 30th in Naples
Sanilog launches a special cancer prevention campaign.
Rome
Three new areas dedicated to the prevention of head and neck and oral cavity cancers and the assessment of vascular risk
Contract awarded for dredging and completion of the electrification of the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Gioia Tauro
They will be carried out respectively by Dravo and RTI Saet-Suardi
Student Naval Architect Award Awarded in Genoa
Genoa
The d'Amico Group and the Royal Institution of Naval Architects recognize excellence in naval engineering.
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