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BRIEFS

January 20, 2021

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JANUARY 19, 2021
Ocean carriers striving hard to manage supply chain disruptions caused by Covid-19, says analysis India plans to raise import duties on multiple items Colombo Port operations normalised DBGT ends 2020 on positive note New high in container throughput enhances Antwerp Port's cargo handling in 2020 Cargo services at Kannur airport on the anvil DHL Express orders 8 additional Boeing 777 freighters Etihad Cargo beats 2020 on-time performance targets GMR Hyderabad Air Cargo handles first Covid vaccine shipment Ministry of Road Transport & Highways notifies rules for facilitating MoUs with neighbouring countries on movement of goods and passenger vehicles SpiceJet's freighter division introduces SpiceTag for customers to get live status updates Economy signals tentative return to pre-Covid normalcy: ICRA India wins praise for taking decisive steps to deal with pandemic & its economic consequences China's avoids economic contraction in 2020 Lodha Group strengthens leadership team for industrial & logistics business

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Linz back on track A need for frank dialogue Extra financing secures European growth APM Terminals Japan hires managing director Kerry enhances chemical logistics PSA surfed 2020's wave Piggyback service launched in Russia Swissport expands contract in Saudi Arabia Pall-Ex Group bolsters commercial team 60% more cargo-only flights Hegelmann Group crosses Atlantic Freightliner to see doubling of railfreight United Heavylift: fleet-to-go Lynne Doughtie for Boeing's board of directors New project to be completed by 2022 Is the European Green Deal in danger? Titan Airways tries Airbus freighters Koper tackles difficult year "Curiosity of the Day"

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JANUARY 19, 2021
Lufthansa Cargo 'pauses' capacity guarantee as demand for space gets 'tense' Carriers suspend some bookings as CNY holiday sparks barge disruption GA declarations retreat as clients await boxes from Maersk Elba and ONE Apus FAA move sets commercial drone operations on the runway in the US Major ports and carriers report large increases in container rollovers Palletways the latest operator to suspend its UK-EU road services More misery for apparel houses as air freight rates ex-Bangladesh double Why the first weeks of Brexit have been a disaster Philosopher Morten Alb'k joins advisory board of SGL Transgroup Gefco veteran Cédric Chacon becomes new MD of UK operations On the wires: Recessionary bites - where is that M&A? M&A radar: Aramex rumoured to be eyeing Toll Global Express

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JANUARY 19, 2021
Royal Caribbean sells Azamara brand Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) reports that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its three-ship Azamara brand to Sycamore Partners, a private equity firm specializing in consumer, retail and MARAD authorizes construction of two more NSMVs The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) today authorized the construction of two additional National Security Multi-Mission Vessels (NSMV). The two ships, funding for which was approved in the massive omnibus Singapore to vaccinate 10,000 front line maritime workers Singapore has become one of the first countries to prioritize COVID-19 vaccinations for frontline maritime personnel, with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore noting, "these workers go onboard vessels at our Brix Marine wins order for third IPS-drive cat Port Angeles, Wash.-based Brix Marine (formerly Armstrong Marine USA) has been contracted by Northrop Grumman to build a catamaran survey-research vessel, slated for fall 2021 completion. The 44- by 16-foot vessel is Seaway System reports strong 2020 season U.S. and Canadian ports in the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway system reported that overall tonnage during the 2020 navigation season was down just 1.7% compared to the 2019 navigation season, despite facing VIDEO: Austal launches new range of high speed electric vessels Austal Australia has launched a new series of Volta electric-powered high speed ferries, with the first design offered being the fully electric 46-meter Passenger Express 46V. Austal says the Volta series differs

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JANUARY 19, 2021
Trump administration slaps last-minute sanctions on firms connected with Russia, Venezuela and Iran The last-minute sanctions came into effect on Tuesday, just hours before President-elect Joe Biden takes office, with experts wondering how... Port of Los Angeles offers marine terminals financial incentives to speed throughput Under the programmes, the port will offer terminal operators two ways to earn financial rewards: one for shortening the time... Port of Long Beach breaks annual container throughput record in 2020 Mr Cordero issued an appeal for the Covid-19 vaccine to be distributed immediately to longshore and other waterfront workers in... KSOE wins $79m VLGC order from compatriot KSS Line There has been a spate of very large gas carrier orders in recent months on the back of strong freight... Dry bulk owners see atypical positive start to the year The start of 2021 has registered unusual strength for the time of year, a sign that the slump of the... Paratus adds parametric freight insurance to fuel hedge line Company believes buyers of 97% of the 4m barrels of bunkers consumed each day are not currently hedged Denmark pushes Gulf of Guinea piracy up the political agenda Denmark said its ambassador to Netherlands would become a special representative for maritime security, amid concerns about pirate attacks on... IEA cuts oil demand forecast as global tanker fleet faces slowdown Forecasts to weigh on spot tanker earnings, which are already below operating costs for most of the 2,000-plus larger tankers... Seafarers are a priority vaccine group, say owners The International Chamber of Shipping is pushing for governments to give seafarers and frontline shore workers priority access to vaccines... Shipping must prepare for post-pandemic risks Shipping should anticipate significant risks in its recovery from the pandemic, including the challenges of digitalisation and uneven technological competence... Global trade recovery faster than expected Businesses are optimistic that trade levels will return to pre-pandemic levels within two years. But supply chains are likely to... Gard extends health cover for fixed premium P&I clients Move will include liabilities, losses, costs and expenses falling within the scope of terms of entry Cyprus offers tonnage tax cuts for 'greener' vessels Headline 30% tax cut will be available for vessels using alternative fuels, achieving reductions in carbon dioxide emissions of at... Cargo rollovers rose at 75% of major ports in December The continuing surge in container demand is leading to more ports and carriers reporting delayed shipments. Even if shippers can... Ince hires WFW's Mexias as Piraeus partner His expertise includes loan financings, sale and lease back transactions, restructurings, loan portfolio transfers, corporate acquisitions and sale and purchase Zhonggu rolls out $700m boxship ordering plan Supported by fast-growing intermodal networks, a containerised model is deemed as a cleaner and more efficient way to haul energy... Over 60 bulkers caught in China-Australia coal standoff While some cargoes have been diverted, most of the vessels have been waiting in Chinese anchorage since June last year... Daily Briefing Free to read: Transatlantic product tankers divert as US refined products demand stalls \| Volume surge, not blankings, behind supply... Rio Tinto sees Chinese policies supportive of commodity demand The Anglo-Australian company expects to ship between 325m to 340m tonnes of iron ore from Australia in 2021. Yet, it... Gunvor backs flexible US LNG tender Gunvor and Commonwealth LNG are offering prospective buyers and bidders flexible pricing, shipping and cargo destination terms in exchange for... Jiangnan Shipyard confirms orders for VLGC pair The 93,000 cu m, dual-fuel gas tankers are the fourth-generation VLGC series, the Panda 93P, designed by the shipbuilder. They...

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JANUARY 19, 2021
Heartland Express raises revenue, driver pay US imports from Asia hit record December level Ex-APL executive Timothy Rhein dead at 79 Carriers, cargo owners at odds over India empty equipment inflow Outlook 2021: Rising e-commerce, industrial demand to keep pressure on LTL rates Flexport vets take aim at apparel production management Demand pressure drives up cargo rolling at Asian hubs

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JANUARY 19, 2021
Imabari continues dramatic growth with major JMU share acquisition Japan's largest shipbuilder now owns 30% of JMU as part of a cooperation pact that started this year US government commissions two more seafarer training ships Once completed, the ships will be headed to Maine and Texas US hits out at Venezuela again, with six ships caught in its sights The ships and companies were blacklisted alongside others the US said constitutes a network to evade its sanctions Navig8, Maersk Tankers charters in period MR tonnage in weak rate environment Trafigura also takes a third newbuilding tanker on time charter from Norden this month, say brokers VLGC rates set to hold strong in 2021 as market inefficiencies roll on Panama Canal delays and dry-dockings will offset any risk from a decline in US LPG production, Poten says ICTSI completes expansion of Manila boxship terminal Rates approach $40,000 per day amid boxship market boom Norwegian further extends fleet suspension amid CDC rules New York-listed Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings will keep ships idle through April Period enquiry perks up but remains an elusive thing for bulker owners Noble Capital owners' panel cite an increase in interest, but structural impediments remain in the way Royal Caribbean Group to sell Azamara brand for $201m Sycamore Partners is planning a 'seamless transition' in taking over the line More than 80% of firms investing in supply chain overhaul due to Covid-19 Companies looking to spend heavily on reconfiguring their supply chains amid confidence of post-pandemic trade recovery, DP World survey says Scorpio Bulkers parts with two more lease-financed ultramaxes for $35m Pair listed under ownership of China's Avic Leasing go in en bloc deal. CMA and SHIPPINGInsight together again for North American Shipping Week The event is planned to be both online and in-person Portline Bulk linked to sale of only capesize Portuguese shipowner also reported to have sold two smaller bulkers Fuel price spread to offer more incentives to install scrubbers in 2021 But shipowners may not come back to order exhaust gas cleaning system in droves due to regulatory pressure Norton Rose Fulbright includes 19 lawyers among 132 EMEA redundancies Firm being reorganised into six 'core pillars' to meet 'profound change' in legal industry BAR Technologies wind sail to be fitted to kamsarmax bulker in 36-month test Carbon-cutting project that aims to remove 99% of greenhouse gas emissions will test BAR Technologies' system EGD expands in chemical tankers with purchase of Japanese duo Buys two units from Alberta of Greece Diplomat to step up Denmark's fight against piracy Experienced ambassador Jens-Otto Horslund tasked with gaining support for international military force in Gulf of Guinea Arc7 LNG carrier damaged on Northern Sea Route winter voyage Teekay and China LNG Shipping Holdings-controlled vessel continued without assistance but repairs likely needed Cyprus enacts tonnage tax cuts for good climate performers Mediterranean jurisdiction to woo shipping players with discounts of up to 30% Brexit customs chaos likely to build as traffic starts to grow Forwarding group DP Schenker among transport firms suspending shipments between the UK and EU Charter rates for large boxships breach $40,000 per day Seamax secures top rate as owners push for three to five-year deals FSL Trust sells 2007-built MR tanker in continued asset disposals The Singapore-listed trust reportedly sells FSL Osaka for more than $11m Global dry markets propel growth of EEX towards record year German clearing house and exchange reports tenfold increase in dry freight business Gunvor claims flexible first for Commonwealth LNG offtake tender Swiss trader says bids are being invited for 8.4m tonnes per annum of gas from Commonwealth LNG in the US Singapore to vaccinate 10,000 front-line maritime personnel About 700 people have been inoculated with city state hoping to complete effort by late January Wind sail to be fitted to Cargill kamsarmax and MSC Cruises ship in 36-month test Carbon cutting project that aims to remove 99% of greenhouse gas emissions will test BAR Technologies' WindWings system Avance Gas could save $5,000 per day with new dual-fuel VLGCs Fearnley Securities crunches the numbers on newbuildings, but warns over dividend levels World Fuel Services protects cruiseship bunker claims against Carnival bid Bunker supplier succeeds in preserving payouts for interest and costs in case involving ex-CMV vessels at UK Admiralty Court OOCL reveals 51% revenue jump as volumes soared in fourth quarter Figures from Hong Kong line are first concrete indication of effect of boxship boom at the end of 2020 Mediterranean Shipping Co to cover costs after Maersk boxship disabled by fire Maersk Elba being repaired in Spain as Swiss partner wants to avoid general average Mysterious 'ghost ship' washes up on Taiwanese rocks Coast Guard trying to identify a cargo vessel that may have broken a tow rope off the Penghu Islands Iranian courts to decide fate of seized South Korean tanker Hankuk Chemi Securing release of seized ship could put owner and operator at risk of breaking US sanctions Stale Hansen looks to shape Skuld into P&I club of the future Chief executive wants a diverse business, with strong ESG principles and new working practices to emerge from the pandemic Sinokor puts two VLCCs on sales block amid drive to offload large tankers Pair of 2005-built ships up for sale after year that saw South Korean shipowner unload nine large tankers Low-profile Olympos Shipmanagement takes in slew of bulkers in Greece Market players link Middle Eastern interests behind new, secretive management company that has appeared in Athens Buana Lintas Lautan swoops on Maersk chemical tanker quartet Enbloc deal could see ice-classed chemical tankers to move to the warm waters of the Indonesian archipelago Singapore to vaccinate 10,000 frontline maritime personnel Some 700 people have already had their jabs with city state hoping to complete effort by late January Japanese bulker yards pin recovery hopes on efficiency edge Bulk carrier builders believe environmental advantage can help make them competitive again Teekay set to scrap North Sea FPSO in Denmark Tanker owning giant says US-owned group selected following competitive tender process

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JANUARY 19, 2021
Dry bulk shipping revs up after 'extraordinarily bad decade' This has been the best January for dry bulk shipping rates in a decade. Is this the long-awaited turning point or yet another head fake? Airlines absorb $391 billion revenue shortfall in 2020 Airlines are heavily in the red and a big shrink in passenger revenue last year is to blame. The International Civil Aviation Organization quantifies the...

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JANUARY 19, 2021
OIL FUTURES: Crude climbs amid tightened supply outlook, weaker dollar Oil futures settled higher Jan. 19 amid a tightened global supply outlook and a weaker dollar. Singapore Feb ex-wharf marine fuel term indications higher as demand grows: sources Singapore's ex-wharf term contracts for February-loading 0.5% sulfur marine fuel were heard offered at a premium of $5.50-$6.00/mt over the FOB Singapore Marine Fuel 0.5% cargo assessment, higher than the contract settlements of a $2.00-$2.50/mt premium for January-loading contracts, sources said Jan. 19. Braskem chooses Port of Rotterdam for bioplastics storage Braskem will move its bioplastics storage facility from the Port of Antwerp to the Port of Rotterdam, according to a press release on Jan. 19. AMERICAS BUNKERS: Key market indicators Jan. 18-22 Demand rises in Panama amid tightening logistics West Coast prices on rise via support from crude markets Congestion reported in New Orleans Eleusis port damage to halt operations for over a week: sources The loading section at the port of Eleusis, or Elefsina, Greece, has sustained damage due to a crash, market sources said, adding that repairs will continue for "at least 10 days" 0.5%S marine fuel finds support on emerging demand, limited availability Northwest Europe Hi-5 spread reaches multi-month highs 0.5%S marine fuel crack moves higher on tight supply: sources RUSSIA DATA: Jan-Nov oil product exports down 1.7% on year Russia's refined oil product exports from January-November were 1.7% lower on the year at 126.814 million mt, customs data showed Jan. 19. World's first LNG-fueled large bulk carrier arrives at Port Waratah HL ECO, the first LNG-fueled ship to berth on the eastern Australian seaboard, arrived at the Koorang Terminal in Port Waratah on Jan. 11, according to Port Waratah Coal Services. VLSFO premium over HSFO rises on stronger crude prices Hi-5 bunker spread widens on month, but steady in Jan Resistance to further widening from Saudi output cuts Scrubber installations to slow down in 2021 Renewables financing must include policies with clear goals: IRENA chief Fossil fuels comprise 70% of all energy subsidies UAE may announce new financing program next month Every $1 of public funds can raise $4-$5 of private money Global refinery throughput expected to rebound in 2021: IEA Global refinery throughput is expected to rebound by 4.5 million b/d in 2021 after a 7.2 million b/d drop in 2020, the International Energy Agency said Jan. 19. PetroChina's bunkering ops at new anchorage to likely boost Zhoushan's prospects First operation from new anchorage on Jan. 13 Zhoushan subsidiary supplied 210,000 mt bunker fuel in 2020 Zhoushan port attractive on product availability, competitive prices IEA sees OPEC+ regaining oil market share in 2021 as US output subdued Lowers 2021 demand recovery estimate by 240,000 b/d to 5.5 mil b/d Lowers 2021 'call' on OPEC by 300,000 b/d to 27.7 million b/d Prices 'well supported' by economic, financial, market fundamentals Blue ammonia to comprise bulk of hydrogen transportation due to lower costs: HSBC Ammonia more energy-dense, easier to liquefy Several blue ammonia projects in pipeline Thailand's PTTGC to hike domestic bunker fuel supply in 2021, reduce exports Domestic bunker fuel supply to increase to 50,000 mt/month Exports to fall to 35,000 mt/month from 50,000 mt in December Thai bunker prices typically $10/mt higher than in Singapore Australia's 2021 refined product demand to jump amid new refinery landscape Kwinana refinery closure to lead refining output to contract sharply Gasoil, gasoline consumption to recover; jet fuel demand to stay tepid Asian refiners step up to fill Australia's growing import appetite CHINA DATA: 2020 key oil product outflows slide 17%, export quota underutilized 2020 quota utilization at 78% vs 99% in 2019 Traditional exporting firms tend to keep barrels at home Gasoil outflow to remain low in January Port of Antwerp crude throughput in 2020 falls 60% on year Oil products throughput rises 3.4% Total freight volumes decline 3.1% Singapore Marine Fuel crack at 10-month high on strong N Asia LSFO demand Rally in the Asian marine fuel 0.5%S to be short-lived after cold snap retreats. Saudi Arabia's Jazan refinery likely to be supplied with domestic crude: traders Current weak global crude demand levels made it feasible for Saudi Arabia to implement production cuts while still stocking the refinery. Maritime players join forces to explore solid oxide fuel cell potential in global shipping By electro-chemically converting fuel into electricity, SOFCs can potentially produce power with higher efficiency. VLGC rates retreat from over five-year highs on slower LPG shipments The correction may be limited by a rise in Asian LPG prices and as vessels continue to be sent to dry docks.

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PORTS

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

COMPETITION

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

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

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

PORTS

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%

PORTS

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

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%

LOGISTICS

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.

TRUCKING

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

PORTS

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.

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

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%.

PORTS

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

PORTS

Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base

SHIPPING

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.

CRUISES

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

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.

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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.

LEGISLATION

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

PORTS

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.

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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

PIRACY

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.

PORTS

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

ACCIDENTS

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"

TRADE

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

PORTS

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%.

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined

PORTS

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

LEGISLATION

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."

SHIPPING

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

TRADE

USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China

Washington

100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

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%)

SHIPPING

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

SHIPPING

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector

Rome

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

SHIPPING

ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels

Haifa

The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.

INDUSTRY

ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

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.

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

MARITIME SERVICES

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%)

SHIPPING

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%

PORTS

Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"

Naples/Rome

Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters

PORTS

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

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%.

PORTS

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%)

SHIPPING

ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.

Trieste

PORTS

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

FREIGHT TERMINALS

PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.

Padua

PORTS

Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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%.

SHIPPING

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

ACCIDENTS

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

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings

CRUISES

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

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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%

PORTS

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.

CRUISES

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.

PORTS

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

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

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.

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)

SHIPPING

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.

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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"

PORTS

Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.

Istanbul

15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe

ASSOCIATIONS

Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

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%

PORTS

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.

PORTS

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.

SHIPPING

Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.

Izmir

It will be held on a weekly basis

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

	Departure ports
	Arrival ports by:
	-	alphabetical order
	-	country
	-	geographical areas

MARITIME SERVICES

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

PORTS

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

TAXES

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

COMPANIES

P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%

SHIPYARDS

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

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)

PORTS

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

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

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.

ASSOCIATIONS

Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.

Rome

PORTS

In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

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

SHIPYARDS

Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.

Genoa

It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard

SHIPYARDS

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

SHIPPING

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%

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies

OFFSHORE

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.

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

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

ACCIDENTS

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

PORTS

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.

EDUCATION

The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

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

SHIPPING

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

FINANCING

The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

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.

COMPANIES

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

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport

PORTS

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

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.

PORTS

Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor

Rome

Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities

SHIPPING

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

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.

COMPANIES

Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025

Milan

Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports

PORTS

The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

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

PORTS

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

CRUISES

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.

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

PORTS

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.

EDUCATION

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

LOGISTICS

Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.

Genoa

The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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.

LOGISTICS

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.

OFFSHORE

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

SHIPPING

The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

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

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

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

MEETINGS

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

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port

Villorba

The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

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.

SHIPPING

SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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

MEETINGS

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

OFFSHORE

DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

PORTS

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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