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Exim India web site
AUGUST 1, 2023
  • CULines launches ICI service; direct connection from Qingdao to Nhava Sheva
  • Unifeeder's IMS strengthens connectivity from Nhava Sheva/Mundra to Jebel Ali
  • Feeder operators highlight issues being faced at Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port
  • Upward trend in schedule reliability changes
  • Aiming for a digital supply chain with paperless trade
  • Railways seen carrying more coal
  • E-invoice must for more as threshold lowers to Rs 5 cr.
  • Interchange-cum-road overbridge to come up at Deendayal Port
  • Advisory for operationalisation of the Customs (Waiver of Interest) Third Order, 2023 dated April 17, 2023 and the consequential regularisation of electronic Bills of Entry in case of manual Out of Charge (OOC) given in the wake of glitches in the implementation of ECL facility since April 01, 2023
  • PSA innovates with OptETruck, a digital solution for Singapore's haulier sector
  • ONE's FLX service connecting West Coast South America & East Coast North America commences in Sept.
  • Sharpened focus on deficiencies & detention rates at Australian ports
  • Chinese Taipei to resolve WTO dispute with India bilaterally
  • India-UK FTA nearing finalisation
  • Black Sea shipping faces rough weather
  • Singapore seeks exemption from rice export ban
  • Yang Ming orders five new 15,500 TEU LNG dual-fuel container vessels
  • First shore-based power for container ship at Rotterdam terminal

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The Loadstar web site
JULY 31, 2023
  • Fears for still-burning Fremantle Highway as number of EVs aboard is revised
  • Gloomy forwarders expect little change in mediocre air cargo market
  • OceanX: The holy trinity of forwarders in Q2 (waiting for DHL GF)
  • Canada port dispute resolution may be on again, after early hours agreement
  • Ups and downs in Q2, but CMA CGM may be outperforming its peers
  • The C-suite waltz - Drewes to lead Hellmann
  • Kenya Airways aims to double cargo revenue in five years

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Marine Log web site
JULY 31, 2023
  • Mast-stepping ceremony marks milestone in Stennis RCOH
    Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE: HII) Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division last week marked a milestone in the $3 billion refueling and complex overhaul (RCOH) of the nuclear aircraft carrier USS John C.
  • GAO looks at what's gone wrong with the Coast Guard's OPC and PSC programs
    Two key U.S. Coast Guard shipbuilding programs - the OPC and PSC projects - are "billions of dollars over their initial cost estimates and are more than two years behind schedule," according
  • Burning car carrier towed to new location
    The still-burning car carrier Fremantle Highway has now been successfully towed to new temporary location some 16 miles north of the West Frisian Islands of Schiermonnikoog and Ameland. The agency handling the
  • BOEM selects Central Atlantic Wind Energy Areas
    The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has finalized selection of three Wind Energy Areas (WEAs) offshore Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia that could support between four and eight gigawatts of energy production.
  • Valaris reactivates another floater
    Offshore drilling contractor Valaris Limited (NYSE: VAL) today reported that it is reactivating its Valaris DS-7 drillship to service a newly-awarded 12-well contract offshore West Africa The contract is expected to commence

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Container News web site
JULY 31, 2023
  • What Types of Equipment Are Required for a Liquid Packaging System?
    In recent history, the packaging industry has seen a lot of improvements. Because of this, every company in the industry needed to improve their systems in order to keep up with the ever evolving demand on the current market. Finding and getting the right equipment can be tricky. Depending on what part of the industry you are working in, your machines need to meet certain industry standards. Whet
  • OCI Global and X-Press Feeders sign green methanol agreement
    OCI Global and X-Press Feeders have announced that OCI Hyfuels will supply X-Press Feeders with green methanol in the port of Rotterdam from 2024. More specifically, the agreement is the first green methanol deal with a feeder container carrier and represents a crucial step in the decarbonisation of the shipping industry, as the feeder sector plays an important role. Earlier this year, OCI announ
  • Carriers see rate gains on India-US trades, but slide continues on other trades
    With the exception of trades to the United States, container carriers operating out of India have continued to face further significant freight rate declines this month, according to the latest market analysis by Container News . On the westbound India-Europe trade, average short-term contract rates from West India [Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPT)/Nhava Sheva or Mundra Port] to Felixstowe/London Gat
  • APM Terminals receives Spanish government grant for Barcelona terminal electrification
    The Government of Spain, via the Moves Singular Projects II Programme, has granted US$4.3 million to APM Terminals Barcelona to finance part of a pilot project for the electrification of the container handling equipment operating at the terminal, which is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 821 tonnes per year. The project will include the acquisition of five zero-emission electric
  • Pasha Hawaii's new green container ship visits Long Beach
    Janet Marie, the latest green container vessel in Pasha Hawaii's fleet, arrived in the Port of Long Beach, California, US. Janet Marie, the company's second of two "Ohana Class" container ships powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), made its maiden voyage early Saturday from Long Beach to its home port in Honolulu. "These ships symbolise the best of American ingenuity and shipbuilding," stated G
  • Port of Valencia to be connected to solar energy
    Joan Calabuig, president of Valenciaport, has visited the works of the installation of the photovoltaic power plant located on the Principe Felipe dock. More specifically, these works are already 85% completed in the case of the structure on which the panels are fixed and 15% completed in the case of the installation of the panels that will provide the Port of València with solar energy from this

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Splash web site
JULY 31, 2023
  • SIPG president steps down
    Yan Jun has resigned as president and director of Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG). Yan has served as SIPG president since 2014. He sits on the board of Orient Overseas International (OOIL) and also previously held the position of general manager of Shanghai Port Container Terminal and director and general manager at SIPG Jiujiang Port. ...
  • Floatel International wins accommodation vessel contract with Ineos
    Offshore accommodation vessel specialist Floatel International has secured more work for one of its units. The Oslo-based owner and operator of five semisub flotels has fixed the 2010-built to Ineos FPS for 90 days. A contract with an undisclosed value is set to start in April 2024. The vessel will work at the Unity platform ...
  • US identifies final wind areas in Central Atlantic with up to 8GW capacity
    The US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has announced three final Wind Energy Areas (WEAs) offshore Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia. The three WEAs total approximately 356,550 acres. The first is some 26 nautical miles off Delaware Bay, the second is 23.5 nautical miles offshore Ocean City, and the last is 35 nautical miles from ...
  • Valaris to reactivate drillship for $364m deal in Africa
    Offshore driller Valaris has been awarded a 12-well contract offshore West Africa for one of its drillships. Valaris said that the contract would involve the reactivation of the Valaris DS-7 drillship. The contract is expected to start in the second quarter of 2024 and has an estimated duration of 850 days. According to the company, ...
  • Pyxis Tankers ventures into dry bulk
    Greek product tanker pure-play Pyxis Tankers is moving into the dry bulk sector in a joint venture with its chairman and chief executive Valentios Valentis. The Nasdaq-listed company said its board unanimously approved a $6.8m equity investment in a newly formed company, which has agreed to acquire a 2016 Japanese-built 63,520 dwt ultramax from an ...
  • Simon Møkster scores UK North Sea fixtures for PSV pair
    Norwegian shipowner Simon Møkster Shipping has secured long-term employment for a pair of its platform supply vessels in the UK North Sea. The 2006-built Stril Odin and 2005-built sister vessel Strilmøy have been fixed on multi-year contracts to an undisclosed operator. Financial terms have not been disclosed, but brokers are reporting term fixtures for PSVs ...
  • Energy Drilling seals three-year rig deal in Thailand
    Singapore's tender drilling rig specialist Energy Drilling (EDrill) has signed a new three-year contract with Thailand's PTT Exploration and Production (PTTEP) for one of its recently acquired units. The T-15 rig, purchased from Seadrill along with T-16 and West Vencedor is expected to add more than $120m in additional contract backlog. The Pioneer Logistics-backed contractor ...
  • Perdana Petroleum secures AHTS contract
    Malaysian offshore marine support services firm Perdana Petroleum has been awarded a charter contract by compatriot RMS Synergy for one of its anchor handling tug supply (AHTS) vessels. The company's subsidiary Perdana Nautika will provide the unnamed vessel with crews and equipment to carry out 24-hour services for assisting offshore projects. The contract, worth around ...
  • Singapore's Cyan inks deal for WTIV newbuild at China Merchants Heavy
    Fast-expanding offshore wind vessel pure-play Cyan Renewables is lining up another newbuild in China. The Singapore-based company with a European base in Denmark has signed a memorandum of understanding with China Merchants Heavy Industry (CMHI) in Shenzhen with the aim of building a wind turbine installation vessel (WTIV). "As one of the largest shipyards in ...
  • Ørsted first to move into New Jersey Wind Port
    Offshore wind farm developer Ørsted has subleased up to 34 acres of property at the New Jersey Wind Port (NJWP), a port facility focused on the support of offshore wind farms. Ørsted will be the NJWP's inaugural tenant and expects to create up to 200 jobs over its lease term. It will also create over ...
  • Agreement ends 'tough old fight' on Canada's west coast
    The simmering pay dispute between dockworkers in British Columbia and employers has reached another tentative negotiated agreement late on Sunday. The breakdown in negotiations over a new contract saw the province's ports including Vancouver and Prince Rupert go on strike for a couple of weeks this month, with government drawn to try and resolve the ...
  • Sinokor picks up Asyad VLCC trio
    Sinokor Merchant Marine has been named as the buyer of three VLCCs that Oman's Asyad Shipping floated for sale earlier this year. Brokers reported the South Korean owner taking the 2010-built Saham and 2011-built Sifa and Fida in a deal worth a total of around $191m. Online pricing platform VesselsValue ranks the scrubber-fitted trio as ...
  • 'Two-speed' pattern emerges in global orderbook: Clarksons
    Clarksons Research has drilled down to show subscribers to its weekly newsletter the severely skewed global orderbook, and the ramifications for this unbalanced contracting in the years ahead. Clarksons data (see chart below) clearly shows how highly divergent the orderbook is across sectors, with the British outfit describing the current situation as a "two-speed" pattern. ...
  • Towing of burning Fremantle Highway car carrier underway
    The tow of the burning car carrier to a temporary location started on Sunday afternoon after being ablaze for several days. Around midnight on July 25, the Dutch coastguard received a report that a major fire broke out on the vessel. The vessel had 21 crewmen - all Indian nationals, one of whom died. Also ...
  • Orders pile up at Chengxi Shipyard
    The orders are stacking at China's Chengxi Shipyard. German owner Schoeller Holdings has ordered two 50,000 dwt MR tankers at the CSSC-affiliated yard, according to Clarksons Research. The owner previously ordered two such units at the yard in June. All four units are due to be delivered in 2026 with no details of price revealed. ...
  • X-Press Feeders fixes European green methanol supplies
    OCI Global will supply X-Press Feeders with green methanol at the port of Rotterdam from next year. The milestone agreement is the first green methanol deal with a feeder container carrier. X-Press Feeders will be the first common feeder operator with methanol fuelled vessels on the water in Europe. In Q2 next year X-Press Feeders ...
  • Maritime gets an ESG index
    The University of Plymouth and the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, alongside an advisory committee of industry experts, have developed an ESG reporting methodological framework and index, catered to the individualities of the maritime sector. Formulated with the intent to breach the existing gap in credible benchmarking within the maritime sector, the ESG Index ...

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Lloyd's List web site
JULY 31, 2023
  • BCMEA and ILWU announce another collective agreement two days after failed vote
    The ILWU leadership and the BCMEA have 'concluded a negotiated collective agreement' two days after the union's rank and file...
  • Antwerp detains 'dark fleet' Gatik tanker after STS transfers with Greece-owned ships
    It is highly unusual for tankers engaged in Russian oil and shipping trades to call at European ports, with Belgium...
  • Extra shipyard capacity may not be bad news
    More shipbuilding capacity might not be needed, but some more enlightened shipowners could welcome dealing with a 'new' shipyard
  • Adnoc brings forward net zero target ahead of COP28
    The United Arab Emirates' oil, gas and logistics giant Abu Dhabi National Oil Company has moved its net zero target...
  • Adoption of new tech will drive seafarer skills training in mid-2020s
    Seafarers will need to be upskilled and reskilled as ship operators adopt electrified propulsion and integrated bridge systems
  • Equipment fleet to shrink further before recovery
    Container lines no longer need the huge pools of equipment they built up during the pandemic. But with newbuilding rates...
  • The week in charts: PCTC casualties making car carriers harder to insure | Containership values head downwards | Ship recycling pricing softens further
    Another serious vehicle carrier casualty hits the headlines, while asset values of containerships are under pressure from poor global freight...
  • The week in newbuildings: Large LNG tanker orderbook reaches 356 vessels
    Two Chinese shipyards have picked up orders for four liquefied natural gas tankers in the past week
  • SIPG president Yan Jun resigns for 'work-related reasons'
    Chairman Gu Jinshan will temporarily assume the duties of the president during the vacancy
  • Feng to become China Merchants' de facto shipping head
    The move, alongside with his designation to the helm at China Merchants' port arm, will make him the de facto...
  • Carrier capacity culls help raise rates
    There are few signs of an increase in volumes during the traditional peak season. But carriers have removed sufficient capacity...
  • MOL reports 68% profit plunge in first quarter of FY23
    MOL profits decline due to weakness at its container line operations. However, its energy and car carrier business contributed to...
  • South Korean builder Hanwha Ocean signs deal with Vietnam to secure labour
    The partnership will provide worker training and recruitment
  • China's shipbuilding association warns of overcapacity risks
    The recent wave of orders has breathed life into a string of collapsed yards in China, which is leading to...
  • ONE further delays outlook forecast amid profit slump
    Despite the recent freight rate rebound, ONE says its forecast for the financial year ending March 2024 is yet to...
  • Daily Briefing
    Russian attacks on merchant shipping could constitute war crime | CIMC mooted as a potential buyer of CDB Leasing |...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JULY 31, 2023
  • Western Canada port operations normal as next union contract vote looms
    Negotiators for ILWU Canada and waterfront employers reached a second tentative contract agreement late Sunday after the union's membership rejected an initial deal that had been struck last week.
  • TForce Freight employees ratify five-year contract with Teamsters
    US shippers gained some security in the LTL market as Teamsters at TForce approved a new contract with the LTL carrier.
  • ONE reports sharp drop in fiscal Q1 profitability as rates, demand fall
    The financial results of the Singapore-based carrier reflect a return to a more normal container shipping market, albeit one characterized by weak demand from inflation-hit destination markets.

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TradeWinds web site
JULY 31, 2023
  • Canada dockers and employers reach tentative deal for third time
    Federal government has intervened in labour dispute twice in past two weeks
  • Carnival to save $120m in yearly interest payments with $1.5bn in new debt
    New York-listed company expects to have less than $32bn in debt by the end of this year
  • Saudi shipping giant Bahri bounces back from 2022 doldrums
    Net profits for group - which operates bulkers alongside its main tanker fleet - increased year on year by 286% in the second quarter
  • Private Scorpio Group forges joint venture with Mercuria on aframax pool
    The partnership combines Scorpio pooling experience with Swiss company's expertise in oil trading
  • Bahri bounces back from 2022 doldrums
    Net profits for the Saudi shipping giant increased year on year by 286% in the second quarter
  • Greek outfit drops lawsuit against Integr8 over alleged wrongful arrest
    Amelia Maritime had requested more time to sort out serving the fuel provider but ultimately decided to dismiss its case
  • Pacific Basin Shipping posts softer results on weak dry cargo markets
    Chartering market has not recovered as quickly as the bulker owner-operator had expected this year
  • Fires and equipment failures spur new safety campaign
    Paris and Tokyo port state control regimes launch three-month fire safety campaign amid elderly fleet concerns
  • Yang Ming forks out over $300m for neo-panamax container ships
    Taipei-listed carrier buying vessels taken at end of charter with Japanese shipowner
  • Rising star: Where contacts trump CVs, Nitzeira Watson uses 'sacrifice and effort' to get ahead
    YoungShip Panama leader had to leave a country where opportunities go to the well-connected to find recognition at home. She wants that to change
  • Taylor Maritime sells bulk carrier duo to Grindrod as it pays down debt
    London-listed shipowner is on a mission to de-gear
  • MOL linked to lone LNG carrier newbuild at Hanwha Ocean
    Under new management, the South Korean yard is starting to build up its LNG carrier orderbook
  • European shipping seeks escape from Russian trades as barrels breach price cap
    Russian exports from Western ports set to decline in August as production falls and prices rise
  • Pablo tanker blaze spurs safety probe of ageing oil carriers
    Paris and Tokyo port state control regimes launch three-month campaign amid elderly fleet safety concerns
  • 'Huge milestone': First element of New Fortress Energy FLNG unit leaves US yard for Mexico
    The project timeline slides again as jack-up rig conversion moves off towards the production site
  • New Times Shipbuilding tipped to win Magni Partners dual-fuel VLCC newbuildings
    Tor Olav Troim's outfit is ordering two firm vessels plus options for four additional ships
  • MOL hit by container ship collapse but buoyed by car carriers and energy
    Strong car carrier and energy market performances have helped make up for the decline in liner income
  • Ocean Network Express takes whopping $5bn profit hit
    Liner company looks to downsize networks as spot rates plunge
  • Dutch to tow burned-out car carrier Fremantle Highway to port of refuge
    Fire on board the K Line-operated ship has subsided significantly over the weekend
  • Chinese bulker shipowners purge panamaxes as scrap prices continue to fall
    Brokers and cash buyers say prices will remain depressed until demand for scrap steel recovers after monsoon season
  • Dutch to tow burned-out Fremantle Highway car carrier to port of refuge
    Fire onboard the K Line-operated ship has subsided significantly over the weekend
  • Schoeller boosts product tanker fleet with Chengxi newbuildings
    The company is believed to be paying about $42m each for the 50,000-dwt carriers
  • Minister Nusrat Ghani leads drive to keep UK's shipyards afloat
    Financial backing for shipbuilders is part of national maritime decarbonisation policy
  • Chinese bulker owners purge panamaxes as scrap prices continue to fall
    Brokers and cash buyers say prices will remain depressed until demand for scrap steel recovers after monsoon season

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American Shipper web site
JULY 31, 2023
  • Western Global Airlines lines up bankruptcy financing, report says
    Western Global Airlines could be on the verge of Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
  • Shipping line ONE's profits plunge but still top pre-COVID levels
    "It is extremely difficult to announce a reasonable business forecast at this time," said ONE, citing container shipping market uncertainties.
  • DHL Express to build $192M maintenance hangar at CVG superhub
    The express division of DHL Group plans to build a large maintenance facility at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, part of a huge investment in the company's U.S. air network.

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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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Arrival ports by:
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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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