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March 7, 2022
Exim Indiaweb site
MARCH 5, 2022
  • 'Market dynamics influence prices - not carrier alliances'
  • PDP International commences warehousing & cargo handling services at Haldia
  • Commerce Secretary level meeting between India & Bangladesh notes progress on logistics & connectivity issues
  • Share of exports in GDP should be 25 pc & share in global trade about 10 pc: Goyal
  • WTO to host global supply chains forum to explore ways of easing disruptions to trade
  • IMO Extraordinary Session to discuss impact of situation in Black Sea & Sea of Azov on shipping & seafarers
  • Chittagong Port Authority advisory on 'Bullet Seal'
  • DP World's Cochin terminal welcomes first direct shipment of jute cargo from West Bengal
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (4 March 2022)
  • Container shipping rates from North Asia to North America fall: Report
  • The UNCLOS & its propinquity with IMO
  • Truck rentals rise in Feb.
  • DGTR recommends anti-dumping duty on melamine import from EU, Japan, Qatar, UAE
  • Wheat export looking up
  • Draft notification issued for validity of fitness certificate & registration mark of motor vehicle
  • JNPT expresses gratitude to all voluntary retired employees for their dedicated service
  • PPT bags 'Port of the Year' award

International Transport Journalweb site
MARCH 5, 2022
  • Special equipment is available

The Loadstarweb site
MARCH 4, 2022
  • Sanctions start to wreak havoc on rates, dwell times and fuel prices
  • Labour shortages on land and at sea as Ukraine invasion ripples spread
  • As Expeditors limps back online, there are lessons to be learned
  • No plans to sell Geodis - it can compete with anyone, says SNCF chief
  • TPM22: Shippers turn to air freight as part of longer-term business model
  • TPM 22: Relationships really do matter when the going gets tough
  • India's private ports seeing a gradual slowdown of cargo volumes
  • China's Vipshop sets up supply chain management company
  • Aruna Hussain to take over from Soren Castbak as MD of Sealand Europe & Med
  • Against the odds: Kuehne + Schenker? War? Rates? - 'thanks for the firework of questions'

Marine Logweb site
MARCH 4, 2022
  • Nichols-built aquaculture vessel will feature Cat battery hybrid propulsion
    Caterpillar Marine reports that it has entered into an agreement with California-based Pacific6 Enterprises to pilot a parallel battery hybrid propulsion system for a first-of-its kind aquaculture farming vessel. Designed by Kirk
  • TTB 2022: First-of-its-kind towboat design-the Hydrogen One
    On March 29-Day 1 of Marine Log's TTB 2022 conference for the tug, towboat and barge industry-Mike Complita, principal and vice president of strategic expansion for Elliott Bay Design Group; and Gregg
  • Buono to retire as USMMA superintendent
    Superintendent of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, N.Y., Vice Adm. Jack Buono announced his retirement yesterday, after a maritime career that has spanned more than 45 years. Buono arrived at
  • ECO starts construction of first Jones Act SOV
    Edison Chouest Offshore (ECO) has started construction of what will be the first Jones Act-qualified offshore wind farm service operations vessel (SOV) to be built in the United States. The Jones Act
  • Kongsberg propulsion solutions picked for zero-emission Scandlines ferry
    The zero-emission freight ferry on order for Scandlines at Cemre Shipyard in Turkey will feature a Kongsberg Maritime (KM) propulsion and control system package. Designed by LMG Marin AS in Norway, the
  • Wight Shipyard wins contract for two hybrid river bus vessels
    London's leading river bus operator, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers, has awarded East Cowes, U.K., shipbuilder Wight Shipyard a contract to build two new hybrid Clipper-class vessels. "We are delighted that Uber
  • World's fastest autonomous interceptor set to debut
    France's CMN Naval will showcase what's claimed to be the fastest autonomous interceptor in the world, the UHSI32, at the upcoming World Defense Show, taking place from March 6-9, 2022, in Riyadh,

Lloyd's Listweb site
MARCH 4, 2022
  • CMA CGM focuses on investment as profits soar
    French carrier will extend its spot rates freeze to the end of the first half. Lower volumes shippers will be...
  • The Lloyd's List Podcast: War in Ukraine shocks shipping
    As shipping markets adapt to the new realities of global trade in an era of high-risk economic warfare, analysts from...
  • 'We hope reason prevails,' says Dynagas founder Prokopiou
    Dynagas confirmed as owner behind three additional 200,000 cu m LNG carrier newbuildings at Hyundai
  • Underwriters said to be refusing cover for Ukraine war risks
    Additional premiums now running as high as 5% of vessel value for those that can get it at all, which...
  • Let's recognise the courage of crews risking their lives in Ukraine
    Like other globalised industries, shipping is faced with tough choices as a result of Putin's war, in which considerations of...
  • 'Self-sanctioning' tankers drive Russia charter rates 1,600% higher
    Unclear and complex geopolitical risk surrounding Russia's incursion into Ukraine is affecting crude exports the most, while diesel and refined...
  • Inquiry finds international sea law 'unfit for purpose' without reform
    Call made to fix poor enforcement of the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, saying flags of convenience...
  • Global exposure to Russian newbuild orderbook considerable
    Numerous global equipment and service providers are exposed to the vulnerable Russia-owned newbuilding orderbook, while uncertainty surrounds the handful of...
  • Eagle Bulk fixes Indonesian coal to Europe
    US-based company says vessels are ballasting away from the Black Sea region given the situation there, pushing up rates in...
  • Russian terminal operators' shares suspended
    Terminal operators have been keen to enter the Russian market via joint venture operations. But with sanctions now hitting financial...
  • Russia puts a stop sign on the new Silk Road
    Rail was supposed to provide a faster, cheaper alternative to ocean and air freight. But the link between Asia and...
  • Owners seek slots at Jiangnan Shipyard for large LNG carriers
    Jiangnan is expected to accept a price cut to win the orders in a move that will help it maker...
  • FMC makes case for greater regulatory powers over ocean carriers
    US Federal Maritime Commission attends US Senate committee hearing about the Ocean Shipping Reform Act, which would give the regulator greater...
  • Changhong yard nets containerships order
    The shipyard is a joint venture established by Hong Kong-listed China International Marine Containers and Jiangsu Xin Changjiang Group
  • Daily Briefing
    Attacks on vessels off Ukraine to likely trigger war risk clauses | Europe looks to cut reliance on Russian natural...
  • Port workers in US and Canada refuse to handle Russian cargo
    There are currently no Russia-flagged ships in US or Canadian ports, according to a survey of Lloyd's List Intelligence
  • MOL makes foray into offshore wind energy sector
    MOL and Hokutaku Co have also set up an investment fund. It aims to put ¥10bn ($950m) in offshore wind...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
MARCH 4, 2022
  • Independent Asia carrier starts US East Coast service
  • Charleston terminals extend hours to reduce container backlog
  • Asia-Europe rail cargo under pressure with Belarus booking suspensions
  • TPM22: Oakland, NWSA back Long Beach data project
  • TPM speakers warn of bumpy 2022 ahead
  • TPM22: Marine chassis shortage to last into 2023

TradeWindsweb site
MARCH 4, 2022
  • Ukraine invasion ignites Europe's hunt for coal, drawing in bulkers
  • Terminal operator 'not impaired' by invasion as Odessa braces for Russia to strike
  • Tanker rally slows as Russian invasion raises bevy of questions
  • CMA CGM plots $9bn spending spree after using surging profits to cut mountain of debt
  • Energy giants Equinor and BP to spend $250m for US Atlantic offshore wind port
  • Lomar Shipping buys three panamax bulkers from Golden Ocean Group
  • As Iran nuclear deal grows closer, opponents question big tanker impact
  • Anchor-handler rates near $100,000 after North Sea market sells out
  • Protest letter: Russian maritime lawyers take stance against war
  • Editor's Selection: The Ukraine crisis sucks in shipping
  • Spotlight turns to Russian ship lessor GTLK's links to Kremlin
  • MOL makes major new play with entry into offshore wind farm sector
  • ICTSI sees profit surge four-fold as ports continue Covid-19 recovery
  • Good software key to ensure satisfied crews stay in career
  • Synergy in Europe - an organisation on a path to growth
  • Values and vision define Synergy Marine's Danish ventures
  • MSC taps yards for 24 LNG dual-fuelled container ships worth $2.8bn

American Shipperweb site
MARCH 4, 2022
  • Ethiopian Airlines says it intends to buy 5 Boeing 777-8 freighters
    Ethiopian Airlines is a major passenger carrier that is also investing in its large cargo unit.
  • FedEx adds war surcharge as Ukraine crisis ratchets up shipping costs
    Ukraine spillover effects now include higher shipping cost for FedEx.
  • Russian invasion propels price of ship fuel to historic high
    The cost of the fuel consumed by the world's commercial ships has skyrocketed - and it's still rising.
  • Embargo of Russian oil now spreading to Kazakhstan
    Three shipments bound for the Port of Novorossiysk have been canceled.
  • 175 nations endorse resolution to end plastic pollution
    "Today, no area on the planet is left untouched by plastic pollution, from deep-sea sediment to Mount Everest. The planet deserves a multilateral solution 'that...
  • Lufthansa Cargo sees 10% capacity cut due to Russia flight detours
    The knock-on effects from the Ukraine crisis are being felt across the business world, not least in air cargo.

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
MARCH 4, 2022
  • BUNKERWORLD INDEX: Prices soar amid anticipated supply tightness
    *In Singapore, residue stocks rose amid a slowdown in bunker fuel sales Bunker market participants across *European traders have turned cautious about sourcing fuel from Russia *Sources in North America cited potential credit-line concerns tied to rising values on retail bunkers
  • Russian refineries start to feel impact of buyers shunning oil products
    While there were still tankers fixed for lifting products from Russia's Black Sea ports, a large portion of shipping companies have stated their unwillingness to load at Russian ports, particularly in the Black Sea, amid the risk of potential new sanctions.
  • Russian oil supplies could fall by up to 2 mil b/d in March over sanctions, avoidance: S&P Global
    Although the US and the EU have said their current sanctions do not target Russian oil and gas, the potential for tighter restrictions creates "persistent headwinds" and swathes of traders and refiners have paused purchases of Russian oil and oil products amid the political backlash to Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.
  • VLSFO, MGO prices hit highest recorded levels at EMEA ports
    The price increase follows anticipated tightness across all fuel oil grades over the coming weeks at ports in the Mediterranean and Europe.
  • LNG tankers divert from UK amid Russia links, discontent at terminal
    It comes days after the UK banned vessels on March 1 that are Russian-owned, operated, controlled, chartered, registered or flagged from UK ports, but not Russian cargoes.
  • ARA fuel oil stocks rise 6.89% on week to 1.055 mil mt: Insights Global
    The is first time in four weeks that stocks have risen.
  • March naphtha loadings from Novorossiisk down 143,000 mt on month at 232,000 mt
    European naphtha supply remains tight as geopolitical concerns from Russia's military invasion of Ukraine weigh on the complex.
  • China's ZPC restarts LSFO production in Feb with higher export quota: source
    Chinese refining and petrochemical company Zhejiang Petroleum & Chemical, or ZPC, restarted production of low sulfur fuel oil in February after more than a year of suspension, with an output of about 50,000 mt, a company source said March 4.
  • Sanctions start to isolate Russian commodity firms in international financial markets
    The LSE has suspended trade of global depository receipts of more Russian companies, including Novorossiysk Commercial Sea Port and Federal Grid, Russia's electricity transmission grid, a day after the suspension of major energy and commodity companies including Gazprom, Lukoil, Rosneft, En+ and RusHydro.
  • Lithuania halts Russian LNG imports
    Russian gas accounted for approximately 20% of the total volume handled by the Klaipeda LNG terminal last year, according to media reports.
  • Fuel oil loadings from Russia's Novorossiisk seen at 165,000 mt in March
    This is up from 120,000 mt that loaded from the port in February.
  • SINGAPORE DATA: Residue stocks rise 2% on week as bunker sales slow
    Bunker slower sales slowed down amid stiff price competition from North Asia.
  • Ukraine crisis creates geopolitical turmoil, clouding VLGC market in 2022: BW LPG
    Near-term rate volatility could be triggered by bunker-price shocks, changing trading patterns, unexpected LPG inventory, management and changes to shipping inefficiencies, the company said in its fourth quarter and 2021 report.
  • Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant seized by Russian troops: regulator
    The plant in the southeast of the country is Ukraine's largest with six 950-MW reactors.
  • TANKERS: Trans-Atlantic freight tumbles as market settles amid geopolitical uncertainty
    "Charterers are putting sentiment on [FFAs] and the Trafigura fixture set the bar," a shipbroker said.
  • OIL FUTURES: Crude rises after attacks on Ukraine's biggest nuclear plant
    "News that firefighters have been granted access to the plant has seen prices pull back slightly but it is likely to be a temporary lull," Halley said.
  • Ukraine's biggest nuclear plant at Zaporozhe hit by shelling, fire
    "They are shooting back-to-back," Energoatom wrote on its telegram channel at 02:09 Kyiv time. "The unit-1 is hit."

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The Hormuz crisis escalates with further incidents and the seizure of ships
Tehran/Southampton
Two MSC container ships blocked
Quarterly traffic slightly down at the port of Rotterdam, with loading volumes almost making up for the reduction in landings
Rotterdam
FS Logistix to acquire 30% of CFI - Compagnia Ferroviaria Italiana
Rome
Agreement with F2i and its subsidiary FHP Group
Attack on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz area attributed to Iranian forces
Portsmouth/Washington
Trump claims to be behind the blockade of naval traffic in the region
Grimaldi (ALIS): Increase resources for Sea Modal Shift and Ferrobonus incentives.
Rome
To enable businesses to face the crisis - he stated - it is necessary to raise it to 150 million euros per year.
Quarterly traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Algeciras/Barcelona
In the container segment, there has been a marked increase in empty boxes
A COSCO-PTP joint venture is the sole bidder for the construction and operation of a multipurpose terminal in the port of Tarragona.
A COSCO-PTP joint venture is the sole bidder for the construction and operation of a multipurpose terminal in the port of Tarragona.
Tarragona
The tender is expected to conclude at the end of June
International shipping associations reiterate that the IMO must remain the regulator of the sector's decarbonisation
London/Washington
The MEPC will meet from 27 April to 1 May in London
Unatras confirms the national road haulage ban from May 25th to 29th.
Rome
Condolences for the truck driver's death. A complaint has been filed against Trasportounito.
A new plastic recycling plant will be built in Porto Marghera.
Venice
A total investment of approximately 34 million euros is expected
A US destroyer struck and stopped an Iranian container ship in the Arabian Sea.
Tampa
The Strait of Hormuz remains blocked
Sovereign guarantee established to safeguard insurance continuity of Indian fleet vessels
New Delhi
The fund will have an endowment of approximately 1.4 billion dollars
Iran announces temporary reopening of Strait of Hormuz
Tehran/Washington
Transit would be prohibited to military units and ships and cargoes associated with hostile nations.
Unatras decides to suspend all road haulage services nationwide.
Rome
Trasportounito announces a five-day blockade from April 20th to 24th.
Cognolato (Assiterminal): Port governance reform must be truly participatory.
Genoa
In 2025, freight traffic in the port of Augusta remained stable, while in Catania it decreased
Augusta
22.9 million and 6.3 million tons moved respectively
The Norwegian Aura cruise ship was launched at Fincantieri's Monfalcone shipyard.
Miami/Trieste
It will be delivered to Norwegian Cruise Line in a year
Princess Cruises orders three new cruise ships from Fincantieri for delivery in late 2035, 2038 and 2039.
Fort Lauderdale
Orders worth over two billion euros
ZIM CEO steps down in anticipation of merger with Hapag-Lloyd
Haifa
Glickman has been at the helm of the Israeli company since July 2017
The Convention on Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connection with the Carriage of Hazardous and Noxious Substances by Sea is approaching its entry into force.
London
The treaty has been ratified by 12 states
US Central Command announces successful blockade of maritime traffic with Iranian ports
Tampa
Six ships have reportedly agreed to reverse course
AD Ports signs agreement to participate in the development of the Romanian port of Constanta
Abu Dhabi/Constance
Last year, freight traffic in the port fell by -12.8%
The conflict in Iran is causing the largest oil market disruption in history.
Paris
The International Energy Agency predicts a reduction in oil demand of 80,000 barrels a day this year due to the conflict.
A US-sanctioned tanker has passed through the Strait of Hormuz.
Washington
The "Rich Starry," coming from Al Hamriyah in the United Arab Emirates, is headed to China
The Port of Singapore recorded a new record in cargo handling in the first quarter of the year.
Singapore
Ownership of the MSC group has passed from founder Gianluigi Aponte to his children Diego and Alexa
Geneva
The company, with a fleet of a thousand ships, operates in all sectors of transport and logistics
In the first quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +0.6%
St. Petersburg
Dry goods amounted to 102.5 million tonnes (+3.5%) and liquid bulk to 107.6 million tonnes (-2.0%)
US announces blockade of Iranian ports as Red Sea crisis reignites
Portsmouth/Tampa/Washington
A vessel attempted to board a vessel 54 nautical miles southwest of Hodeyda
After negotiations in Pakistan failed, the Strait of Hormuz is increasingly at the center of the conflict.
Tampa/Washington
U.S. Navy ships search for mines in the area. Trump has urged Tehran to reopen the waterway.
In the first quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports decreased by -0.7%.
Ankara
Cargoes to and from Italy increased by +0.6%
Shipping is stuck in Hormuz waiting for something to happen
London
Intercargo says the situation is changing hour by hour, while the paralysis seems total
Prologis and La Caisse form joint venture to invest in logistics development in Europe
Montreal/San Francisco
Freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado remained stable in February.
Genoa
Cruise passengers grow by +34.5%
Marked decline in acts of piracy against ships
Marked decline in acts of piracy against ships
London
Only 16 in the first three months of 2026, the lowest number since 1991 for this time of year
IMO working to enable safe transit of ships through the Strait of Hormuz
Tehran/Washington/London
Dominguez: Two-week ceasefire is a good thing
CK Hutchison initiates arbitration against Maersk over Panama ports, but not against TiL/MSC
Panama
China and Russia veto Bahrain's resolution on freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz
New York
Pakistan and Colombia abstained.
A container ship was hit by a shell near the Iranian island of Kish.
Southampton
Since February 28, 28 incidents have been reported in the region
ETF calls on the EU Commission to adopt structural measures to strengthen the resilience of the European transport sector
Brussels
Sharp increase in tanker transits through the Suez Canal in February
Sharp increase in tanker transits through the Suez Canal in February
Cairo
Overall, naval traffic in the month grew by +23.5%
Fincantieri is also focusing on alliances to develop its activities in the US
Washington
Collaboration agreement with American shipyards Fraser Shipyards and Donjon Marine
In 2025, the Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane group recorded record revenues
In 2025, the Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane group recorded record revenues
Rome
The freight transport business unit also saw growth despite a reduction in volumes handled
Iran assures Manila of safe transit of Philippine ships and seafarers through Hormuz
Manila
The Philippines imports most of its energy needs from the Middle East
Medlog (MSC Group) invests in Melbourne's old fruit and vegetable market area
Melbourne
29-hectare container storage site near Australian port
Vado Gateway staff strike confirmed for tomorrow
Genoa
Ferrari: Clarifying that part-time and fixed-term contracts are part of the National Collective Bargaining Agreement for Ports was not enough.
A project to improve the efficiency of rail services gets underway today in the Port of Rotterdam.
Rotterdam
Agreement promoted by the Port Authority and signed by six railway operators
Three European tenders are underway for the awarding of public maritime transport services to Sardinia.
Rome
They are related to the routes Genoa-Porto Torres, Naples-Cagliari-Palermo and Civitavecchia-Arbatax-Cagliari
ICS and ITF meet with Gulf States to address the impact of the Hormuz crisis on seafarers
London/Genoa
Natale Ditel is the new secretary general of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority.
Trieste
He will take office on April 13th.
Attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz region have resumed
Southampton
A fire broke out on an oil tanker hit by a shell. Two bombs fell into the sea near a container ship.
In 2025, the direct economic impact of cruises in the ports of Genoa and Savona was 346 million.
Genoa
Passenger spending was 157 million and airline spending was 189 million.
Agreement reached on new EU customs regime, including new taxes for e-commerce
Brussels
Mandatory use of the European Customs Data Hub from 1 March 2034
Carnival Cruise Line Reports Record Revenues for the December-February Quarter
Miami
During the period, ships hosted approximately 3.1 million passengers (-3.1%)
Nearly half a billion dollars in public resources for US ports
Washington
The funds will be used to modernize port infrastructure and activities
UNIPORT urges accelerated completion of works in the port of Naples
Rome
The level of connection of Italian ports to the global containerized maritime services network remains stable
The level of connection of Italian ports to the global containerized maritime services network remains stable
Geneva
The PLSCI index of the top seven Italian ports most connected to the network is growing
In the first two months of 2026, cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by +6.7%
Foreign traffic increased by 9.2%. Container traffic increased by 9.8%.
Hapag-Lloyd's revenues decreased by 15.2% in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Hamburg
Container traffic handled by the German company's fleet increased by +5.5%
The future European Union Customs Authority will be based in Lille, France.
Brussels
It is expected to employ around 250 people.
The Romanian government is reportedly preparing to nationalize the Mangalia shipyard.
Bucharest
Fincantieri reports record annual financial and commercial results.
Trieste
In 2025, revenues grew by +13.1% and the value of new orders increased by +32.4%
Damen and other creditors have rejected the reorganization plan of the Romanian shipyard in Mangalia.
Mangalia
Federagenti: Strategic port construction is behind schedule everywhere.
Genoa
Pessina asks to know the "real time" of the progress of the infrastructure
Metrans (HHLA Group) to acquire 50% of the Romanian intermodal terminal in Arad
Hamburg
The company will operate up to three trains per week between Budapest and Arad
From May 1st, the EU-Mercosur agreement will be applied provisionally.
Brussels
Sefcovic: an important step in demonstrating our credibility as a major trading partner
German shipowners propose service on merchant ships as an alternative to military service
Hamburg
Kröger: A resilient nation needs not only soldiers, but also seafarers who ensure supplies.
ICTSI and DP World sell their stakes in China's Yantai International Container Terminal
Manila
The company will become wholly owned by Yantai Port Holdings
Chinese group CSSC will build two more cruise ships for Adora Cruises
Shanghai
Option for a third vessel. The "Adora Flora City" launches today.
In the fourth quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Palermo decreased by -9.6%
Palermo
Cruise passengers down by -18.7%
IMO Council resolves to establish a safe corridor in the Strait of Hormuz, but by "peaceful means and on a voluntary basis"
London
Dominguez: Concrete action is needed from all countries and stakeholders
COSCO Shipping Holdings' revenues fell by 12.2% in the last quarter of 2025.
Hong Kong
Containerized volumes transported by the fleet grew by +5.1%
This year, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could accentuate the expected slowdown in world trade.
This year, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could accentuate the expected slowdown in world trade.
Geneva
Economists at the World Trade Organization foresee two scenarios
In 2025, CK Hutchison terminals handled a record 90.1 million containers (+3%)
Hong Kong
The president of the Chinese group confirms the difficulty of negotiations to sell a large part of the port portfolio to MSC and BlackRock
Assiterminal expresses concern over the impact of the Middle East crisis on port terminal activity.
Genoa
Ferrari: the cruise sector also involved
Gianpaolo Serpagli is the new president of the Unione Interporti Riuniti.
Rome
He is president of Cepim Spa - Parma Interport
From GreenMedPorts a pragmatic approach to the development of green maritime corridors in the Mediterranean
Livorno
The concession term for APM Terminals' terminal in Valencia has been extended by eight years.
Valencia
It will expire in 2049 upon reaching 50 years
In the first quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports decreased by -1.3%
Valencia/Madrid
Cruise passengers grow by +15.7%
Grimaldi has taken delivery of the PCTC Grande Inghilterra
Naples
The vessel has a maximum capacity of 9,000 TEUs
In 2025, Blu Navy ferries carried over one million passengers
Portoferraio
ABB Group revenues grew by 18% in the first quarter of 2026
Zurich
Strong increase (+32%) in the value of new orders
Contship Italia has joined the Smart Freight Centre
Melzo
The international organization is committed to the decarbonization of freight transport
Container traffic at CMPort terminals grew by 4.4% in the first quarter
Hong Kong
Record for this time of year
CargoBeamer has extended its Liège-Domodossola intermodal service to the Parma Interporto.
Leipzig
Six round trips per week were made
The antitrust authority has approved Medlog's acquisition of MVN.
Rome
The deadline for concluding the proceedings regarding the Messina-Terminal San Giorgio merger has been extended to May 27.
Fincantieri Marinette Marine shipyard to build aluminum naval drones
National Harbor
The autonomous naval vessels, weighing 250 tons, will be 52 meters long and have a maximum speed of 30 knots.
Truck driver hit and killed at a road haulage strike picket line
Rome
Trasportounito suspends the national shutdown of the sector
CK Hutchison reports record annual revenues in the port segment
Hong Kong
Turnover generated by European terminals grew by +13%
The public meeting of the Genoa freight forwarders' association will be held on April 27th.
Genoa
Meeting at the Stock Exchange Palace
The Grimaldi Group has taken delivery of the new Pure Car & Truck Carrier vessel Grande Tokyo.
Naples
It has a cargo capacity of 9,241 ceu
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Falteri (Federlogistica): The crisis in the Persian Gulf does not justify such rapid and widespread increases in energy prices.
Genoa
GNV has introduced a former Moby ferry into its fleet
Genoa
The ship will undergo refitting operations
Over 65 kilos of cocaine were seized in the port of La Spezia.
La Spezia
They were hidden at the bottom of a wooden chest of drawers
Bunkering in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -25% in the first quarter
Rotterdam/Paris
Container traffic at COSCO Shipping Ports terminals grew by 9.0% in the first three months of 2026.
Hong Kong
In the Mediterranean, there has been an exceptional increase in activity at the Egyptian SCCT terminal in Port Said.
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach decreased by 5.7% in the first three months of 2026.
Long Beach
In March the decline was -5.2%
Saipem has been awarded two offshore contracts in Saudi Arabia
Milan
The value of the orders amounts to approximately 400 million dollars
Brussels authorizes SFPIM's acquisition of Belgian company Lineas
Brussels
No competition issues identified
FS Logistix tests the first smart train on the Milan-Catania line
Rome
The fleet upgrade has reached 700 digitized railcars
Fincantieri Marine Group has been awarded a first contract under the US Navy's LSM program.
Trieste
$30 million order
Another sharp reduction in quarterly freight traffic at the port of Taranto
Taranto
Solid bulk and conventional cargo halved
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -6.1% in the first quarter of 2026.
Hong Kong
In March the decrease was -5.5%
Comparison between Italian ports and Florida ports
Miami
The Italian port system presents itself at Seatrade Cruise Global 2026 in Miami
The Boards of Directors of Interporto Padova and Padova Hall have approved the merger plan of the companies
Padua
A court-appointed expert will have to establish the final exchange ratio
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles decreased by 4.6% in the first three months of 2026.
Los Angeles
In March alone, 752,519 TEUs were handled (-3.3%)
CMA CGM to buy Lebanese group Fattal
Marseille
The company is active in the distribution and marketing of international brands in the Middle East and North Africa.
A record cruise traffic of 15.1 million passengers is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Miami
Senesi (Cemar): growth of a new type of high-spending clientele
Finnish shipyard Meyer Turku achieved record turnover in 2025
Turku
Annual net profit of 83.8 million euros (+21.6%)
Marseille-Fos Port inaugurates cold ironing for simultaneous connection of three large cruise ships.
Marseille
Global Ports Holding to Manage Cruise Terminal at Port of Acapulco
Acapulco
Construction of a new dock is planned
A consortium has been formed in La Spezia to share data and improve supply chain efficiency.
La Spezia
Oats: Logistics efficiency depends on dialogue between all components of the supply chain.
In the first quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +1.7%
Hong Kong
Revenues from this activity decreased by -7.6%
Francesco Di Leverano is the new secretary general of the Southern Adriatic Port Authority.
Bari
His four-year term will begin on May 11
Discount for large-capacity container ships transiting the Suez Canal suspended
Ismailia
It was in force from 15 May 2025
In February, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna decreased by -8.9%
Ravenna
An increase of +1.3% is expected for the month of March
Over 600 illegal workers discovered in the logistics sector
Rome
Coordinated and continuous collaboration contracts that masked actual subordinate employment relationships
RINA and Hanwha collaborate on battery-hybrid propulsion systems for ferries
Genoa/Busan
The projects will concern both existing and newly built vessels
French shipping company TOWT has been placed into administration
Le Havre
The company has two sailing cargo ships
Casciano (Vado Gateway): The final design for the new Bossarino toll booth in Vado Ligure has received approval.
Vado Ligure
The hope - he said - is that the work can be completed as soon as possible.
A forum on the economy, ports, and investments between Italy and North Africa will be held in La Spezia.
La Spezia
Scheduled for April 9th and 10th at the headquarters of the Port Authority of the Eastern Ligurian Sea
Number of ships undergoing repairs in Greece remains stable
Piraeus
Interventions carried out in dry dock are decreasing
The Italian government has extended the reduction in excise duties on fuel
Rome
The deadline has been extended to May 1st. 60% of the resources come from the ETS.
The Gaia Blu research vessel will serve as Italy's technological platform for autonomous navigation.
Rome
Towing operations of the LNG vessel Arctic Metagaz fail.
Tripoli
The LNG carrier is currently out of control and adrift
Yesterday a bulk carrier ran aground while transiting the Suez Canal
Ismailia
The incident was resolved within four hours
Confitarma and Assarmatori: The crisis puts maritime connections to the islands at risk.
Rome
Dominguez (IMO) urges States to coordinate to address the Hormuz maritime crisis
London
Since February 28, 21 attacks against vessels have occurred in the area
The La Spezia freight forwarders' association is urging measures to maintain the port's operational efficiency.
La Spezia
Due Torri is equipping itself with a 15,000-square-meter logistics hub at the Bologna Interporto.
Minerbio
In 2025, the Emilian company's turnover grew by +13.9%
The 2026 Italian Port Days program will begin soon.
Rome
The theme is "Italy, Gateway to the Mediterranean: Dialogues between Landings and Cities"
Port of La Spezia: First test for hydrogen refueling from dockside mobile vehicle to vessel
La Spezia
Bunkering trials at the Baglietto shipyard
NYK consolidates its operations in the dry bulk maritime transport segment
Tokyo
Group leaders appointed in eight European countries
Last year, freight traffic in Tunisian ports decreased by -5.2%
La Goulette
In the fourth quarter alone the decline was -8.5%
The Guardia di Finanza will use new drones to monitor the Gioia Tauro port area.
Gioia Tauro
The ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado will implement new PCS usage rights management procedures starting tomorrow.
Genoa
The measure does not introduce new charges
Nearly 400 kg of pure cocaine seized in the port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
Three distinct operations performed within a week
Confitarma, with the Energy Decree, now is the time to allocate resources to maritime transport.
Rome
Baleària will have its own ferry terminal in the port of Barcelona
Barcelona
It will become operational in a year. Investment of €25.3 million.
In 2025, freight volumes transported by DB Cargo decreased by -8.1%
Berlin
Revenues fell by -8.0%
ONE has acquired 30% of Hutchison Laemchabang Terminal
Singapore
The company operates Terminals D, C1 & C2 and A3 of Laem Chabang Port
A Filt Cgil meeting on port work will be held tomorrow in Genoa.
Rome
It will be held at 10 am in the Port Call Room
Last month the port of Singapore handled 3.4 million containers (+3.2%)
Singapore/Hong Kong
Container traffic in Hong Kong fell by -8.0%
ALIS, the use of ETS revenues to encourage intermodality is a good idea.
Rome
Di Caterina: We hope for a significant increase in the financial resources for the Sea Modal Shift and Ferrobonus instruments starting next year.
CIMC's container sales fell by -31.9% last year.
Hong Kong
Revenues in the container segment fell by -30.9%
Pros and cons of hydrogen applications for decarbonization of the maritime and port sector
Genoa
It was discussed at the Propeller Club - Port of Genoa
In the third quarter of 2025, cargo traffic in Greek ports decreased by -3.6%.
Piraeus
Passengers increased by +1.2%
Confitarma praises legislative initiative for the maritime sector
Rome
Regulatory simplification is a good thing, an essential element for strengthening the competitiveness of national armaments
Assarmatori welcomes the Senate's approval of the "Promoting Marine Resources" bill.
Rome
Messina: overcomes a limitation of the Navigation Code that allows only Italian and EU citizens to join Gente di Mare.
The port system of Venice and Chioggia generates a production value of approximately 15 billion euros
Venice
Direct employees are 26,898 and, including related industries, they rise to 218,853
Green light for aid to reopen the Orbassano-Aiton Alpine Railway Highway.
Brussels
The European Commission authorizes subsidizing the service
Fit Cisl Savona, alarm raised over the potential impact on jobs of the drop in traffic at Vado Gateway.
Savona
The Gioia Tauro Port Authority Management Committee approved the reimbursement of mooring fees.
Gioia Tauro
1.5 million euros allocated
The Management Committee of the Port Authority of Genoa and Savona-Vado has taken note of the framework agreement with PSA
Genoa
The update of the Integrated Activity and Organization Plan has been approved.
Prologis and Singapore's GIC to form joint venture to invest $1.6 billion in new fulfillment centers in the U.S.
San Francisco/Singapore
The initial portfolio is approximately 380 thousand square meters
Hanwha Ocean and ONEX Sign Naval Shipbuilding Agreement
Seoul/Eleusis
The first project in sight is submarines for the Greek Navy
The Antitrust Authority has not opened an investigation into CEVA Logistics' acquisition of the Fagioli group.
Rome
The AGCM believes that the operation will not impede competition or create a dominant position
Singapore's ONE acquires stake in Dongwon Pusan Container Terminal
Singapore
The company operates at the Gammam and Singamman docks of the Port of Busan
EIB finances shore power installation in Rotterdam port
Rotterdam
A loan of 90 million euros has been granted
High-tech exoskeletons to ease the burden on dockworkers in the Port of Livorno.
Livorno
Experiment in collaboration with the Livorno Port Company
Salvatore Lauro, a shipowner from Campania, died yesterday in Ischia.
Naples
He was a senator of the Republic from 1996 to 2005
APM Terminals acquires 49% stake in Vietnam's Hateco Hai Phong International Container Terminal
The Hague/Hanoi
Third phase of construction of Mexico's Lázaro Cárdenas terminal begins
FedEx revenues increased by 8.3% in the December-February quarter
Memphis
Quarterly net income was $1.06 billion (+16.2%)
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The public meeting of the Genoa freight forwarders' association will be held on April 27th.
Genoa
Appointment at the Stock Exchange Palace
A forum on the economy, ports, and investments between Italy and North Africa will be held in La Spezia.
La Spezia
Scheduled for April 9th and 10th at the headquarters of the Port Authority of the Eastern Ligurian Sea
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Shipbuilding's Spring Illusion: Backbone Collapses
(The Chosun Daily)
Russian shipbuilding holding USC designing high ice-class container ship for Rosatom for Northern Sea Route
(Interfax)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
London pledges £746 million to renovate Nigeria's two ports, Apapa and Tin Can Island, in Lagos.
London
Agreement between UK Export Finance and the Nigerian Ports Authority
Fabrizio Urbani is the new secretary general of the Port Authority of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea.
Civitavecchia
Unanimous resolution of the Management Committee
In the fourth quarter of 2025, French ports handled 74.2 million tonnes of goods (+7.2%)
La Defense
UNI/Fermerci reference practices on staff training presented at MIT
Rome
The Council of State has rejected the relocation of Genoa's chemical warehouses.
Rome/Genoa
The AdSP declares itself ready for a technical discussion within the framework of a specific initiative by the municipal administration
FS Logistix and Nurminen Logistics inaugurate a new weekly rail service between Sweden and Italy
Rome
2,500 kilometer route
Hapag-Lloyd signs maritime cooperation agreement with Indian government
Hamburg
Plans to bring ships under the Indian flag and collaborate in the development of ship recycling and Vadhavan port
A project for the digital transformation and technological development of the port of Gioia Tauro has been funded.
Gioia Tauro
Resources worth almost two million euros for the Port Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas
Keel-laying and coin-laying ceremony for a new ferry under construction for ACTV
Piombino
It took place in the Piombino Industrie Marittime shipyard
Touax Container Services increased container sales by 36% in 2025
Paris
Revenues decreased by -5% in the year
In 2024, international seaborne freight traffic reached a record 24.1 billion tonnes
Geneva
New historic peak in dry cargo
Medlog (MSC Group) will acquire the remaining 29% of MVN from Logistics Project Italia
Rome
The operation has been notified to the Antitrust Authority
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