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January 27, 2021
Exim Indiaweb site
JANUARY 26, 2021
  • End to equipment shortage seen as Chinese New Year nears
  • Rates for transporting goods from Asia to US, Europe see surge
  • Container shortage hampering exports
  • DGTR notifies anti-dumping duty on newsprint import from multiple countries
  • Mandatory uploading of documents in e-Sanchit
  • US top destination for Indian exports
  • Mansukh Mandaviya & Major Port Chairpersons brainstorm on key issues & initiatives during three-day 'Chintan Baithak'
  • Dynamic movement of 1st container rake from Durgapur, West Bengal to Benapole, Bangladesh
  • India seeks Bangladesh's nod to transport cargo to NE via Chittagong, Mongla ports
  • Aluminium industry seeks 10 pc import duty on primary aluminium, scrap
  • Indian economy climbing back, Montek Singh Ahluwalia
  • Allcargo Logistics appoints Suresh Kumar as Chief Executive Officer - India
  • India has implemented measures to facilitate imports, exports: TPR at WTO

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Finland - Siberia in just 5.5 days by rail
  • JV starts operations in the Kingdom
  • CCO for CargoAi
  • 50% more capacity and 600 extra containers
  • New basic ULD services solution
  • Hot demand for chilled goods
  • Freightliner trials potential modal shift
  • Paycargo strengthens team
  • A good year for Wincanton
  • Dnata bolsters North England operations
  • Colombian operator achieves milestone
  • Three more locomotives for Italian fleet
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Port director resigns
  • Aramex optimises rating
  • Lease conversion of a second B747-8F
  • Singapore banks on vaccination

The Loadstarweb site
JANUARY 26, 2021
  • New blow for shippers as carriers announce Asia-Europe blankings for CNY
  • Port of LA offers $7.5m 'beat congestion' incentive to terminal operators
  • Container trade 'madness' driving more Asia cargo to other modes
  • Rock-it Cargo and Sound Moves merge: 'let's get this show on the road'
  • Jettainer unveils 'quick and easy' ULD management for smaller airlines
  • Brexit? No problem for thrice-prepared Davies Turner customs team
  • Andrew Ellis appointed country manager as Viasea expands into the UK
  • Adel El Said to lead operations at new Al Khaldi-Bertling Logistics JV
  • Supply chain radar: InPost's IPO delivers at whopping multiples
  • On the wires: Stretched Zim & wealthy OOCL hunting for new blood

Marine Logweb site
JANUARY 26, 2021
  • ABS in joint study on potential for ammonia as a marine fuel in Singapore
    ABS is collaborating with Singapore's Nanyang Technological University and the Ammonia Safety and Training Institute (ASTI) on a study of the potential of ammonia for Singapore, exploring supply, bunkering, and safety challenges
  • VIDEO: Oldendorff explores Anemoi rotor sail solution for bulkers
    Germany's Oldendorff Carriers has signed a Joint Development Project (JDP) agreement with rotor sail specialist Anemoi Marine Technologies, Lloyd's Register (LR), and Shanghai Merchant Ship Design and Research Institute (SDARI). The JDP
  • ME-GI engines will power ultra large Hapag-Lloyd box ships
    MAN Energy Solutions has won an order for six MAN B&W 11G95ME-GI Mk10.5 main engines in connection with the building of six ultra-large, 23,500TEU container vessels for Hapag-Lloyd. The engines will be
  • Shipping leaders in new move to resolve crew change crisis
    In a worldwide call to action to end the unprecedented crew change deadlock caused by COVID-19, over 300 companies and organizations have joined forces to help resolve what has become a humanitarian
  • Pittsburgh Engineer District gets additional $57.4 million for civil works in FY 2021
    The Pittsburgh Engineer District reports that its FY 2021 Work Plan includes an additional $57.4 million for the civil works program. Total appropriations for FY21 from all sources are expected to be
  • Biden executive order reaffirms Jones Act support
    In signing his "Buy American" executive order yesterday, President Joe Biden specifically endorsed the importance of the Jones Act , saying the executive action "reiterates my strong support for the Jones Act

Lloyd's Listweb site
JANUARY 26, 2021
  • Hyundai Heavy eyes $900m IPO to build green ships
    The Korean builder's fundraising initiative comes as yards are being asked to upgrade their production and the global supply chain in...
  • LNG exporters see a competitive advantage in western Mexico
    A recent Lloyd's List analysis drew attention to such problems, saying that congestion at the Panama Canal has forced many...
  • US to seize Iranian oil on board Marinakis-owned tanker
    Seizure order is a new legal tactic successfully used twice during the past two years to secure cargo on board...
  • West Africa becoming higher risk for shipping
    Reports of suspicious approaches increased in 2020 as crew worries grow of criminal threats in the Gulf of Guinea and...
  • Hazmat study finds asbestos 'on most ships'
    'In 10 or 20 years' time, we might see a new wave of asbestosis claims against shipowners. It is going...
  • Oldendorff to test wind propulsion on newcastlemax
    The project, signed with manufacturer Anemoi Marine Technologies, the Lloyd's Register classification society and Shanghai Merchant Ship Design and Research Institute, is...
  • Wan Hai orders newbuilds and containers in $700m spree
    Wan Hai has been increasing efforts to expand its business footprint, especially in the intra-Asia market where it is highly competitive
  • Infinity Maritime names shipbrokers for digital platform
    Announcement of 'initial group' of shipbrokers said to indicate progress towards sourcing of Infinity's first fleet as well as underscoring...
  • Weather and incoming boxships add to US west coast disruption
    High winds forced 17 ships out of anchor to avoid dragging in 'complex situation'. But port volumes and ship calls...
  • Shipping's digital transformation driving efficiency
    Digital technology and satellite communications have become the driver of shipping efficiency. Looking to the end of the decade, shipbuilding...
  • Australia-China LNG shipments defy diplomatic trade rows
    Liquefied natural gas is the only energy fuel showing year-on-year rise in seaborne trade after pandemic-induced demand plunges for coal...
  • Tanger Med volumes surge despite drop in traffic
    A fall in ro-ro and passenger traffic was offset by increases in container and bunkering services. Tanger Med now stands...
  • DFDS to buy HSF Logistics Group in $359m deal
    Danish company adds to its logistics network with the acquisition of the cold chain logistics services provider that employs 1,800...
  • Daily Briefing
    Free to read: Industry heavyweights reignite crew-change crisis efforts | Indonesia probes suspected illegal Iran oil transfers | One seafarer...
  • More than 50 bulkers still waiting at Chinese anchorages
    Of the vessels waiting to offload their cargoes, there are 10 panamaxes, 29 post-panamaxes and 16 capesizes, Lloyd's List intelligence...
  • Samsung Heavy wins orders for 13,000 teu pair
    South Korean shipbuilder expects an increase in orders for ultra-large containerships and replacement demand for eco-deigned vessels around 10,000 teu...
  • Malaysia's Port of Tanjung Pelepas throughput rose 8% last year
    The transhipment hub at the southern end of Malaysia is on the cusp of joining the 10m teu club of...
  • ABS leads study on ammonia as marine fuel
    The research effort is in tune with Singapore's long-term maritime decarbonisation strategy, which seeks to build a more sustainable maritime...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JANUARY 26, 2021
  • US port delays force 'structural' blank sailings on Asian services
  • US managed transportation demand soars during COVID-19 disruption
  • More acquisitions planned once XPO splits company
  • Outlook 2021: US Southeast ports prioritizing projects to handle more mega-vessels
  • New 'marine highway' service connects US Gulf with Puerto Rico
  • Trans-Pacific dysfunction can seed carrier-shipper collaboration

TradeWindsweb site
JANUARY 26, 2021
  • Fortescue Metals floats $700m tender for LNG-fuelled newcastlemax bulkers
    The mining company seeks to charter up to 10 dual-fuel vessels amid efforts to cut emissions
  • Eastmed-linked companies sue to stop Integr8 arbitration push
    Prose Shipping and Poles Shipping argue they cannot be forced into arbitration, as they were never party to a contract
  • BW Group sells off Golar LNG shares
    The Singaporean firm bought shares in September and started selling in November
  • Capesize spot rates continue to fall amid 'seasonal headwinds'
    January's rates are still higher than usual, Cleaves Securities' Joakim Hannisdahl said
  • Iran demands to know why NITC VLCC was seized in Indonesia
    Government seeking clarification over allegation of illegal oil transfer with Chinese tanker
  • Banks take over Polarcus seismic vessel fleet hours after owner defaults
    Lenders enforce share pledges to take control of seven survey ships
  • US domestic shipping cheers Biden executive order
    Nearly 20 leaders in the US shipping industry applauded Biden's executive order, signed on Monday
  • Oldendorff working on folding rotor sail design for bulker fleet
    German giant teaming with Anemoi for sails that can be flattened on vessel decks
  • NYK Line presses on with wind vessel move in deal with geoscience player OYO
    Japanese shipowner links up with seabed investigation company to prepare the ground for domestic wind farm operations
  • Cosco's tanker arm teams up with MOL on Arc7 LNG trio for Novatek
    Long-running partners finally buddy up on ice-breaking newbuildings for Russia's Arctic LNG 2 project
  • Dorian LPG earnings beating consensus but dividends could be delayed
    Fourth quarter figures looking strong for VLGC owner, but rate fall this year may change dividend outlook
  • Randy Giveans celebrates arrival of 'sistership'
    The busy analyst finds a new reason to be bullish in 2021
  • 'Coalition of the willing': shipping using its strength to solve crew crisis
    Jeremy Nixon and Graham Westgarth tell TradeWinds how they brought 314 stakeholders together - and what the future now holds
  • USTC bunker hedging unit makes banker its chairman
    Danish tanker and bunker sales group appoints former Nordea derivatives banker as part of moves to realign its strategy around financial hedging programmes
  • Covid-19 hits port-state control inspection numbers in the Pacific region
    Tokyo MOU prepares to go remote as pandemic limits access to ships for inspection
  • Mark O'Neil says worsening crew-change situation could last into 2022
    Columbia Shipmanagement chief executive warns that industry needs to speak with one voice to make a positive impact for seafarers
  • Mark O'Neil: Signing and then forgetting Neptune Declaration is not enough
    Global trade could be at stake if seafarers are left at the back of vaccine queue, shipping lobby warns
  • Boxships spur confidence in German finance circles
    The turning tide in container shipping may help the German fleet start to grow again
  • Cosco tanker arm takes $130m write-down on aged tankers
    Chinese giant says the impairment is part of fleet renewal plan and still expects strong 2020 profits
  • Valles Steamship tanker crew retreat to citadel after pirate approach
    Potential attack on Seafrontier reportedly thwarted off Nigeria
  • Wan Hai Lines inks deal for a dozen boxships at Nihon worth $565m
    Taiwanese operator says investment comes on the back of improved freight rates and earnings
  • Five seafarers missing after boxship and tug collide off Indonesia
    Authorities fear crew members were trapped in overturned hull of towage vessel
  • Norway's Cryo claims LNG bunkering record in Singapore Straits
    A vessel spot-chartered from Avenir has supplied the biggest LNG-fuelled ship yet, according to LNG bunkering specialist
  • Prelude FLNG exports second cargo after restart weather blip
    Shell's giant floater starts to ramp up production after year-long downtime
  • Seismic vessel player Polarcus halts payments after defaulting on loan
    Middle East shipowner in talks with banks to ensure 'financial sustainability'
  • Clarksons' Middle East boss Essam Bella dies from Covid-19
    Essam Bella was instrumental in establishing the shipbroking giant's presence in the Emirate
  • Tanker stuck off UAE for three years runs aground in storm
    Seafarer on Iba says he has not been on land for four years
  • Handysize bulker futures market set to launch following shipowners' campaign
    Clearing houses could begin handling paper trades as soon as mid-April, TradeWinds understands
  • Neptune Declaration: More than 300 shipowners and charterers join forces to speed crew changes and vaccinations
    Neptune Declaration brings together giants such as Maersk, John Fredriksen, Cosco, BP and Trafigura to increase the pressure on governments to act on seafarer welfare during the pandemic
  • Hyundai Heavy and DSME merger deadline pushed back to June over EU concerns
    Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering revises contract deadline for acquisition from Korea Development Bank
  • Unique Shipping trims fleet with $40m deal to sell gas veteran
    Hong Kong shipowner says that with two vessels sales in the bag, it is no longer in a selling mood
  • What really lies behind the rise and rise of handysizes?
    Time charter average rates have almost quadrupled since last May - at times even surpassing those for supramaxes
  • Citadels said to remain secure despite Borealis boxship attack
    Security consultants downplay fatal incident in Gulf of Guinea, as uncertainty surrounds exact circumstances
  • United Heavy Lift sells 50% to Zech foundation in preparation for 'next big step'
    Move builds on need for strong partnerships, says founder Lars Rolner
  • ABS teams with Singaporean university in ammonia bunker study
    City state looks to take a lead in developing new maritime fuels with latest industry wide study
  • Courage Investment Group looks to enter crew training sector
    Hong Kong shipowner says demand for on-line training in China is booming due to Covid-19
  • Xihe chemical/product tanker sails over to new owner in the Middle East
    Smaller units of the Xihe fleet reportedly set to resume trading with Glory International of the UAE
  • Handysize bulkers future market set to launch following shipowners' campaign
    Clearing houses could begin handling paper trades as soon as mid-April, TradeWinds understands
  • Handysize futures market set to launch following shipowners' campaign
    Clearing houses could begin handling paper trades as soon as mid-April, TradeWinds understands
  • Neptune Declaration: More than 300 owners and charterers join forces to speed crew changes and vaccinations
    Neptune Declaration brings together giants such as Maersk, John Fredriksen, Cosco, BP and Trafigura to increase the pressure on governments to act on seafarer welfare during the pandemic

American Shipperweb site
JANUARY 26, 2021
  • Raimondo vows to pursue pro-worker industrial, climate policies
    Gina Raimondo will be the anti-Wilbur Ross as secretary of commerce, with less focus on protectionism.

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JANUARY 26, 2021
  • INDIA DATA: India's 2020 oil product exports down 10.2% on the year
    India's oil product exports fell 10.2% year on year to 57.72 million mt in 2020, or 1.24 million b/d, trovisional data from the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell showed Jan. 26, as global demand for fuels shrank due to the coronavirus pandemic.
  • Oil major's credit ratings under threat from growing climate risks: S&P Global
    S&P Global Ratings said Jan. 26 it is considering downgrading its credit ratings on a number of major oil and gas producers, including ExxonMobil, Shell and Total, to reflect a growing risk to their businesses from the energy transition, price volatility, and future profitability.
  • Gasoline demand in Mexico reaches pre-pandemic levels in December
    Demand for gasoline in Mexico surged to pre-pandemic levels in December, as holiday travelers swarmed the country's beaches amid a lockdown in the capital, Energy Secretariat (Sener) data showed Jan. 26.
  • OIL FUTURES: Crude searches for direction amid US stimulus headwinds, weaker dollar
    Crude oil futures finished a volatile session mixed Jan. 26 as the market searched for direction amid US stimulus headwinds and bullish economic data.
  • Japan's ENEOS to keep weekly wholesale product prices stable: market sources
    Japan's largest refiner ENEOS is expected to keep weekly domestic wholesale base prices of its five major oil products unchanged in the week started Jan. 24, multiple sources said Jan. 26.
  • INDIA DATA: Dec gasoil output rises 3% on year on high refinery runs
    India's gasoil production rose 3.3% year on year in December and was fairly stable on the month amid high refinery run rates since November. But a recent surge in COVID-19 cases was putting pressure on demand and may hit gasoil production again.
  • Argentina's YPF to boost investment by 73% this year to rebuild output
    Argentina's state-backed energy company YPF plans to ramp up it investment 73% this year, with the brunt of the increased spending going toward rebuilding oil and natural gas production after a 10% slump in 2020, a company source said Jan. 26.
  • Med 0.1% gasoil cargoes at 5-month low as narrow contango discourages storage
    Physical differentials for 0.1% gasoil cargoes in the Mediterranean have fallen to a five-month low as more supply from storage has been added to the market due to higher outright prices and a narrowing contango structure, market sources said Jan. 26.
  • New refineries could push Middle East oil product sales to 9 mil b/d by 2023: Glander
    Middle East oil product sales could reach 8 million-9 million b/d by 2023 as new refineries open up in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Iraq and Oman, Glander International Bunkering Senior Sourcer Sean Burgin said.
  • USGC middle distillate exports to Europe in Feb at 110,000 mt: cflow
    US Gulf Coast middle distillate shipments set to land in Europe in February amount to 110,000 mt so far, all in Northwest Europe, according to Platts cFlow, trade flow software, on Jan. 26.
  • Oldendorff to develop wind-assisted solution for dry bulk carriers
    Dry bulk shipping company Oldendorff is embarking on a joint-venture project to developed wind-assisted propulsion for its carriers, the company said Jan. 26.
  • REFINERY NEWS: Preflash unit at Swiss Cressier starts operation
    The preflash unit at Swiss Cressier refinery is now in operation, the company said Jan. 26.
  • France's Storengy to test underground green hydrogen storage project
    **Objective to replicate project on other EU sites **Production and storage of hydrogen by 2023 **Production of 400 kg of hydrogen per day
  • Port of Valencia a potential benchmark for promotion of LNG bunker: Valenciaport
    **Baleria carried out close to 300 LNG bunker operations at Velencia in 2020 **Cryo Shipping completes STS LNNG bunker operation for oil tanker
  • SE Asia leading bunker demand recovery after COVID-19: Channoil's Waddington
    **Asia setting bunker prices, trade flows **VLSFO demand supporting WAF refineries **Scrubber economics 'poor'
  • Prompt laycan barrels propel West African crude tanker rates
    **Suezmax freight surges as unsold prompt barrels come to market **Nigerian crude values under pressure, participants consider VLCCs
  • Storage companies seen pivotal for mitigating energy transition risk
    **Storage firms have skills base to handle hydrogen **Storage an attractive prospect to investors **ESG attracting a range of interested players
  • IMF forecasts 21% rebound in crude oil prices for 2021 to just above $50/b
    **IMF revises up global GDP growth forecast **Vaccines, stimulus measures to aid recovery **Flagging travel demand challenges oil economies
  • Barclays raises 2021 oil price forecasts on Asian cold snap, weaker dollar
    The bank said it now sees Brent prices averaging $55/b and WTI prices averaging $52/b in 2021, up from $53/b and $50/b respectively.
  • China's 2020 bonded bunker fuel supply jumps 40% on year to 16.87 mil mt
    The volumes surged 40% from 12 million mt supply in 2019.
  • Hong Kong's bunker sales pain in 2020 reflects Zhoushan's gain
    Hong Kong bunker sales 2020 have declined some 30%-40% as COVID-19 hammered demand.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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