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BRIEFS
March 8, 2022
Exim Indiaweb site
  • Brahmaputra (NW2) gets connected with Ganga (NW1) via Indo-Bangladesh Protocol Route
  • Saurashtra Chamber organising seminar on multimodal logistics opportunities for Bhavnagar on March 9
  • Maersk transforming logistics through technology-enabled, digital supply chain solutions
  • The container logistics implications of war in Ukraine
  • VCT boosts infrastructure & is ready for operations
  • Warning issued over collateral damage to civilian shipping near Black Sea
  • Opportunities for Indian wheat in Asian region seen
  • Floating Border Outposts built for Border Security Force being classed by Indian Register of Shipping
  • The impact of rising crude prices on logistics
  • India's crude oil import set to surge
  • US agencies firm on promoting competition in ocean freight transportation
  • Rotterdam port impacted by Russia-Ukraine conflict
  • Port of Felixstowe deploys 5G technology & IoT
  • PSA Singapore in collaboration agreement to develop large-scale fleet management solution for fully automated container terminal
  • Tariff at South African ports to increase for 2022-23
  • MSC's new intermodal route between Djibouti & Ethiopia
  • PIL awards contract to build four 14,000 TEU LNG dual-fuel propulsion container vessels
  • Global container lines suspend cargo bookings to & from Russia
  • Tea exports down

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Cebu Pacific selects Swissport in Japan
  • Wilhelmshaven rising further
  • Freeports in UK 12 months later
  • Maersk chooses Hasan Faraz
  • Vehicle fleet to be equipped with solar panels
  • Dachser expands warehouse in Linz
  • Americold picks George Chappelle Jr
  • Increased transparency for transport services
  • Groundbreaking for a new hub in Duisport
  • Robots on the move in Sweden
  • Rail service for car maker launched
  • Frank Dreeke reappointed head of BLG
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • 6.9+ million Covid-19 vaccine doses for Ethiopia
  • Grimaldi joins Barcelona's Nexigen project
  • Lufthansa Cargo: second record year in a row

The Loadstarweb site
MARCH 7, 2022
  • Fears counter sanctions could hit aerospace and automotive manufacturers
  • UK and France cut red tape to get aid to Ukraine faster
  • CMA CGM to use $18bn profits for further growth and concessions to SMEs
  • Lufthansa Cargo mulls expansion of widebody freighter fleet
  • Sea-Lead Shipping launches Asia-US east coast service
  • Online booking still down at JNPCT after 'cyber-attack'
  • How robots are driving change in supply chains
  • Against the odds: CMA CGM's buoyant war chest - make it $15bn...base case
  • Supply chain radar: Sweet Matson breaks hearts & records - now what?
  • On the wires: UPS top brass defy the market bears

Marine Logweb site
MARCH 7, 2022
  • Chouest shipyard floats out Viking Mississippi
    Viking Cruises reports that its 386-guest Viking Mississippi river cruise vessel was floated out today at Edison Chouest Offshore's Laship shipyard in Houma, La. Set to debut in June 2022, the Jones
  • BIMCO: War in Ukraine will hurt growth in all shipping segments
    Niels Rasmussen, chief shipping analyst at BIMCO, is warning that the negative impacts of Russia's actions in Ukraine will have consequences for all sectors of shipping. Though much uncertainty remains, the immediate
  • BAE San Diego Ship Repair wins $125.5 million Navy contract
    The U.S. Navy has awarded BAE Systems - San Diego Ship Repair, San Diego, Calif., a $125,517,541 firm-fixed-price contract for the execution of fiscal 2022 docking selected restricted availability of the Wasp-class
  • Fully-electric ferry completes inaugural round trip
    The first fully-electric, high-speed passenger ferry in the southern hemisphere last month completed its inaugural round trip for New Zealand's East by West Ferries. The 19 meter long ferry, the Ika Rere,
  • PODCAST: Jones Walker's Jeff Tillery on what to do in a maritime emergency
    In this edition of Marine Log's Listen Up! podcast, we talk to Jeff Tillery, co-leader of the Maritime Litigation and Arbitration Team at Jones Walker LLP in New Orleans, on tips for
  • NTSB: Why an OSV collided with a Coast Guard buoy tender, twice
    The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued its report into an October 11, 2020, incident in which an offshore supply vessel (OSV) twice collided with a U.S. Coast Guard cutter. The

Lloyd's Listweb site
MARCH 7, 2022
  • Online charter launched to drive diversity and inclusion in shipping
    The International Chamber of Shipping has released a diversity and inclusion charter to encourage companies measure and improve their practices
  • Shipping 'hurt' by Ukraine conflict amid record volatility on commodities market
    Hurdles to ship cargoes from Russia are rising as underwriters and lending syndicates scrutinise details of each voyage. Financial and...
  • Berge Bulk sells another capesize for scrap as steel prices climb
    Berge Bulk has sold another of its ageing capesize bulk carriers for demolition while scrap prices are expected to continue...
  • Leading law firm to exit Russia
    Norton Rose Fulbright is closing its Moscow office and winding down its Russian operations. It says it will not accept...
  • UK shipping sanctions on Russian vessels have broad and unknown effects
    New regulations punishing Russia for its military incursion into Ukraine are less than entirely clear and will require considerable due...
  • Clarksons outlook 'strong' after record full-year results
    UK-based company says current geopolitical uncertainty 'could impact sanctions, exchange rates and commodity supply, alongside the global backdrop of inflationary...
  • Box volume growth subdued as new year begins
    Container lifting figures have been falling for several months. But this says more about the lack of capacity than a...
  • The week in newbuildings: Boxship owners sign $2.5bn worth of new orders
    Newbuilding contracts continue to be dominated by containerships and gas carriers, with major orders placed in the past week by...
  • Pre-sale inspections expedite S&P activity
    Owners are taking charge of vessel sales by preparing inspection reports, says chief executive of UK-based maritime services provider
  • Rising bunker prices threaten higher box freight costs
    Freight rates have been unaffected by Russia's military incursion into Ukraine. But rising oil prices are already driving bunker costs...
  • The week in charts: Russian blacklist tops 6,000 vessels | Tanker rates surge | Shipping needs better cyber security
    There are nearly 6,500 vessels linked to Russia, global exposure to the Russian newbuild orderbook is considerable, and several orders...
  • Daily Briefing
    'Self-sanctioning' tankers drive Russia charter rates 1,600% higher | Underwriters said to be refusing cover for Ukraine war risks |...
  • PIL places first containership order for seven years
    When delivered, the ships will become the largest container vessels in PIL's fleet and the first vessels it operates to...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
MARCH 7, 2022
  • Contract rates escalating in trans-Pacific amid ongoing congestion
  • Cash-rich CMA CGM offers smaller shippers dedicated capacity
  • Ukraine invasion could tighten already-scarce MPV tonnage
  • Carriers build capacity out of Asia on strong demand expectations
  • Forto follows Flexport into multi-billion dollar valuation
  • Zim launches first-ever SE Asia-USEC express service
  • LTL volumes soar in February at truckers ODFL, Saia
  • JOC Rankings: Capacity, driver shortages constrain US truckload growth

TradeWindsweb site
MARCH 7, 2022
  • Jens Martin Jensen takes board seats at Golden Ocean and Frontline
  • ICTSI continues Manila terminal expansion with new berth
  • European nations could deliver bigger blow than US, but will they ban Russian oil?
  • Hapag-Lloyd and Best Oasis hit by 'spear phishing' cyber-attacks
  • New York shipping stocks buck trend of falling market indices
  • Global Ship Lease to pay off $28.5m in bonds, leaving 'plenty of cash' for shareholders
  • Outlook gloomy: Bimco says Ukraine war will hurt growth in all shipping sectors
  • 'Incredibly firm': Berge Bulk scraps another capesize as India ups price ideas
  • Ofer and Troim-backed CoolCo nets first fixture as LNG carrier rates tip upwards in volatile market
  • Danica helping Chinese crew get out of Odessa in 'tense' situation
  • Crude buyers face 'challenges' in taking Russian oil shunned by the West
  • LNG shipments slide into European ports amid growing protests
  • Clarksons dropping Platou name seven years after shipbroking takeover
  • Poten says US ban on Russian oil would have 'fairly limited' effect on tankers
  • Damen halts new orders and newbuilding deliveries to Russia
  • Clarksons warns of global uncertainty after revealing record profit for 2021
  • MHSS' Alex Dimitrevich helps Indian seafarer's wife leave Kyiv after surgery
  • Great escape: MHSS psychologist flees war to support Ukrainian refugees in Poland
  • Third veteran suezmax set to exit Nordic American Tankers fleet
  • UK dockers refuse to unload MR tanker carrying Russian oil products

American Shipperweb site
MARCH 7, 2022
  • How invasion of Ukraine could ease shipping logjam off US ports
    War and price spikes could destroy demand, weaken consumer confidence and curb cargo volumes, warns BIMCO.
  • Air cargo helps Finnair restore some Asia service flying around Russia
    Finnair is a microcosm of the pressures on air cargo and airlines because of the airspace restrictions over Russia.
  • CargoX extends agreement with Egypt on transfer of global trade documentation
    Adoption of this technology is part of Egypt's 2030 Vision, a long-term strategic plan to achieve sustainable development across economic, social and environmental sectors. Since...
  • Expeditors reports 'meaningful progress' in cyberattack recovery
    Global logistics firm Expeditors International says it is moving closer to restoring key systems two weeks after a cyberattack.
  • Drivers taking up arms for Ukraine worsens European trucker shortage
    The truck driver shortage in the U.K. and Europe is getting worse with cross-border traffic being interrupted by the Ukraine crisis and Ukrainians going home...
  • Ports of the future with WickedHyper - Net-Zero Carbon
    Hyper rail systems could transport containers to and from ports quickly, according to WickedHyper's CEO.

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
MARCH 7, 2022
  • Japan's ENEOS suspends new low sulfur bunker orders at Mizushima
    ENEOS, Japan's largest refiner, suspended accepting fresh orders for 0.5% sulfur bunker fuel oil at its Mizushima refinery in West Japan March 5 due to a technical glitch, a company source said March 7.
  • Asia residual fuels: Key market indicators for March 7-11
    The Asian fuel oil market was expected to firm further over March 7-11 from the prevailing heady highs as the market pushes increasingly into trading for April-loading cargoes.
  • Aframax rates jump on risk-premium fears as EU eyes shipping ban on Russia
    The cost of chartering Aframax tankers to transport crude or oil products hovered at multiyear highs March 7 as the EU and Norway continued to eye a ban on Russian shipping and 'self-sanctioning' efforts to sideline Russian exports continue to curb demand for its seaborne oil.
  • BRAZIL DATA: Crude exports, product imports slide on year in January
    Brazil's exports of crude oil retreated year on year in January as state-led oil company Petrobras kept refinery run rates elevated to start 2022, but lackluster demand and little movement in domestic prices undermined refined product imports, the National Petroleum Agency, or ANP, said March 7.
  • European diesel futures rally outpaces Brent on heavier impact of sanctions
    The rally in European diesel futures has outpaced that of ICE Brent crude futures as the diesel market faces heavier impacts if sanctions on Russian oil and products exports come to fruition.
  • Europe cools on Russian energy sanctions, fears 'unmanageable' risks
    European leaders toned down March 7 threats of tougher energy sanctions on Russian imports of oil and gas after crude futures breached $130/b and the cost of natural gas surged.
  • REFINERY MARGIN TRACKER: USWC refiners replace Russian crude with Middle Eastern, Latin American grades
    US West Coast refiners are increasing imports of Latin American and Iraqi crude to replace Russian barrels, ceasing to buy ESPO, Sokol, and CPC Blend despite any official ban by the United States on imports of Russian crude, an analysis from S&P Global Commodity Insights Platts showed on March 7.
  • US crude inventories likely lower as refinery runs edge higher
    US commercial crude inventories likely fell by 700,000 barrels in the week ended March 4 as refinery runs edged higher, according to analysts polled by S&P Global Commodity Insights March 7.
  • White House confirms diplomatic trip to Venezuela to talk energy security
    The US sent officials to Venezuela to discuss energy security and detained US citizens, the White House confirmed March 7, after media reports indicated the Biden administration was in the early stages of considering lifting oil sanctions against the Maduro regime.
  • BRAZIL DATA: January refined-product sales retreat 6.1% on year on ethanol slide
    Brazil registered a 6.1% year-on-year retreat in refined-products sales in January as a sharp downturn in hydrous ethanol sales offset stronger-than-expected demand for diesel and gasoline in Latin America's largest economy, according to data released March 7 by the National Petroleum Agency, or ANP.
  • China outlines strategy to boost energy security amid Ukraine crisis
    China is taking steps to boost energy security but expects its imports of crude oil and natural gas should remain generally stable as long as suppliers comply with contracts, especially long-term contracts which account for a high proportion of total energy imports, Lian Weiliang, deputy director of the National Development and Reform Commission, said at a press conference held by the State Council Information Office on March 7.
  • More North Sea oil, gas needed as 'transition' measure to beat supply crunch: UK PM
    The UK needs to boost its energy self-reliance including through domestic oil and gas production as a "transition" measure in response to the current supply crunch, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said March 7.
  • OIL FUTURES: Crude rallies, but comes off highs as Europe tones down Russian oil ban talks
    Crude futures continued to rally March 7, but pulled back from intraday highs as European leaders toned down threats of tougher energy sanctions on Russian imports of oil.
  • President Biden keeps clean energy focus; stresses steps to combat high fuel costs
    Senate Democrats, including Joe Manchin of West Virginia and Edward Markey of Massachusetts, advocated for banning US import of Russian oil.
  • EUROPE AND AFRICA RESIDUAL AND MARINE FUEL: Key market indicators
    In downstream bunker markets, demand for 0.5%S was up on the week as suppliers anticipate tight availability in the coming weeks following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
  • Norway considers ban on Russian vessels, following UK move
    Norway shares a far northern land border with Russia and the two countries delineated their sea border in the Barents Sea in 2010, helping foster economic collaboration, including a limited role for Russian companies in Norway's oil and gas industry.
  • AMERICAS BUNKERS: Key market indicators March 7-11
    The volatility and soaring prices in crude futures and other global markers are expected to impact bunker fuel values in the Americas and might take them to new highs, as the war in Ukraine continues to unfold.
  • UK 'urgently reviewing' ban on Russian oil, gas imports after curbs on Russian shipping
    Lord Callanan's comments came soon after German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said that Europe needed Russian energy to ensure security of supply, saying Europe had "deliberately" excluded sanctions on the sector.
  • Wartsila, Peninsula join list of maritime companies halting business with Russia
    A lot of traders have avoided purchases of Russian energy products amid financial sanctions on Russian banks, while bunker suppliers have also come out openly to turn their back on Russian businesses to condemn the country's move.
  • FACTBOX: Russian metals industry's reliance on China set to rise as sanctions disrupt supplies
    Russian steelmaker Severstal said March 2 it was looking at alternative markets to export steel after facing challenges with European customers.
  • UK ponders ban on Russian oil and gas imports, lots of coordination needed: minister
    This comes after US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the US and its allies were looking in a "coordinated way at the prospect of banning the import of Russian oil while making sure that there is still an appropriate supply of oil on world markets."
  • EC to unveil new energy security proposals March 8
    The first is diversification of supply away from Russia and toward "reliable partners,2 von der Leyen said, pointing to mainly LNG and pipeline gas.
  • Essar seeks alternatives to Russian diesel in the UK amid outcry over shipments
    Last week, Essar said it turned away two cargoes of non-Russian origin crude, which would have been delivered in Russian-flagged tankers after the UK banned vessels on March 1 that are Russian-owned, operated, controlled, chartered, registered, or flagged from UK ports. But the restrictions do not include Russian cargoes carried by other vessels.

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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
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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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