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Exim India web site
MARCH 2, 2023
  • King Abdulaziz Port added to BTL's India-Saudi-Iraq service
  • Lines urged to review free time periods
  • 'MOL Group DX Vision' launched for transformation through use of digital technology
  • Amidst container surplus, good time to buy containers, enter smaller trade routes ∓ avoid detention charges with SOCs: Study
  • RCL reports record net profit
  • Oil tankers, bulk carriers older than 25 years banned
  • LB jetty dredging at JN Port
  • Mumbai Port's JD 4 berth to be decommissioned for repairs
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  • LNG import operations set to begin at Dhamra
  • Port strike notice given in France
  • Govt to upgrade 5,500 km of highways into e-ways through PPP
  • Crude steel production up by 5.80 pc in 2022

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International Transport Journal web site
MARCH 2, 2023
  • Green energy for all Ceva warehouses
  • Palletised freight now shipped by rail overnight
  • Louisa Hosegood joins board of Logistics UK
  • Turkey: TIR speeds up aid delivery
  • Bio-methanol fuelled "Cajun Sun" crosses Atlantic
  • "Special flight division" with "special cargo"
  • New location for contract logistics
  • Support for rail operators using electric traction
  • Kale and IPCSA release whitepaper on MSW
  • Silk Way West Airlines expands network
  • 29th Intl maritime hall of fame: five honourees
  • Tatham ∓ Co welcomes Paul Haworth
  • Reset container handling times, Fiata says
  • Volta Trucks: two more service hubs
  • Next project for ABB and Rio Grande terminal
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • World's first collapsible AAX now available

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The Loadstar web site
MARCH 1, 2023
  • 'Cap-in-hand' carriers face shipper anger after the tables turn
  • Box lines announce $500 GRI on India-US as exports increase
  • Container glut won't dent the financial appeal of shipper-owned boxes
  • Kuehne + Nagel akin to DSV - 'Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away...'
  • Mixed views on cargo shift from US west coast ports to the east
  • EXCLUSIVE: Top Kuehne + Nagel SVP jumps ship
  • Kuehne + Nagel now an airfreight market leader, but had a poor Q4
  • UK logistics welcomes the 'end of the Irish Sea border'

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Marine Log web site
MARCH 1, 2023
  • Norwegian will lengthen Prima newbuilds, ready them for methanol
    Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) yesterday today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2022 and provided guidance for the first quarter and full
  • Farra Marine orders seven Incat Crowther designed CTVs
    Dublin, Ireland, headquartered crew transfer vessel (CTV) owner and operator Farra Marine has placed an order with Singapore-based Penguin Shipyard International that will see it double its fleet to a total of
  • Marine Highway Program gets a new name but less money
    The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) today announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity making $12,423,000 available in Fiscal Year 2023 funds through what is now called the United States Marine

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Container News web site
MARCH 1, 2023
  • Spanish shipping sector on decarbonisation path
    Representatives of the Spanish maritime and river transport sector met at the Clock Building of the Port of Valencia with the Board of directors of the Waterborne Technology Platform. This meeting was organised by the Valenciaport Foundation in collaboration with the Port Authority of Valencia (PAV), aiming to discuss the next steps in the transition to a zero-emission sector. In particular, the
  • PIL launches intermodal services in South Korea
    Pacific International Lines (PIL) has announced the launch of intermodal services in South Korea, with rail and truck services being available for cargo transportation from Busan inland into South Korea. The inland connection to Pugok is via rail service while for Gunsan, Gwanju, Hwaseong, Incheon, Kwangyang, Pohang, Seoul and Yongin, the linkage is via truck service, according to PIL's announcem
  • More methanol and LNG-fuelled boxships on order
    The orderbook of container ships powered by alternative fuels has reached 40% of under-construction tonnage, as the past six months have seen carriers turn their focus from conventional fuel oil. Alphaliner's latest report stated that there are now 198 orders for LNG dual-fuelled boxships, amounting to 2.31 million TEU, or 30% of the orderbook, compared with 25% a year ago. Noticeably, methanol-f
  • cargo-partner introduces new LCL services from Asia to Europe
    Global transport and logistics provider, cargo-partner, has extended its range of LCL (Less than Container-Load) services and launched new weekly sea freight consolidation services from China and India to Rotterdam, serving several locations in Western Europe. Northern European ports and warehouses are still experiencing severe congestion and service problems. To address these issues, cargo-partn
  • MSC enhances its presence in Central Africa
    MSC said the arrival of the 15,000 TEU, 366-metre container ship MSC Virgo at the Port of Pointe-Noire in Congo-Brazzaville on 27 February has marked the enhanced position of the company in Central Africa. "The arrival of this container ship is part of MSC's expansion plans to extend its network in sub-Saharan Africa by redesigning its service to the West African coast," said the company in a sta
  • "The global nature of trade will prevail," MSC CEO Toft tells TPM23
    MSC CEO Soren Toft gave an overview of the company's ongoing development, economic recovery expectations, and attempts to achieve sustainable shipping, speaking at this year's Transpacific Maritime Conference, known as TPM23. "The world has seen through the supply chain crunch just how important the logistics and shipping industry really is - we keep global trade moving," he said in an interview
  • CMA CGM adds new call on NOURA service
    CMA CGM announced a new call on its NOURA service and Comoros will now be served via Mtwara in Tanzania. Starting with the 1,740 TEU boxship CMA CGM Fuzhou, which is estimated to arrive at Jebel Ali on 5 April and on Mtwara on 19 April, NOURA service will include Mtwara to its port rotation, as follows: Colombo (Sri Lanka) - Jebel Ali (Dubai)- Berbera (Somaliland-1/2) - Mogadishu (Somalia)- Mtwar
  • Atlas acquisition from business consortium to be completed in March
    Poseidon Acquisition, a business consortium comprising Ocean Network Express (ONE) and major shareholders Fairfax Financial Holdings, the Washington family, and Atlas Chairman David Sokol, is expected to complete the acquisition of Atlas in March. This comes after the approval from the other shareholders of Atlas for the transaction. Atlas, a Hong Kong-based asset management company and the paren
  • Associated British Ports unveils ambitious green plans
    Associated British Ports (ABP), UK's major port group, has officially unveiled Ready for Tomorrow (RFT), a broad new sustainability strategy backed by a plan to invest around US$2.4 billion (GB£2 billion) in decarbonising its own operations by 2040 at the latest and major infrastructure projects to support the wider UK energy transition. For ABP's internal activities, Ready for Tomorrow names fiv

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Splash web site
MARCH 1, 2023
  • EGD sells down in Klaveness Combination Carriers
    The second-largest shareholder in Klaveness Combination Carriers (KCC), EGD Shipping Invest, has sold 3m shares for around $20.6m. The Norwegian investment company offloaded the shares through a private placement at a discount price of NOK71 per share, compared to yesterday's close at NOK78. Consequently, KCC shares opened at NOK73 on Wednesday. After the sale, EGD ...
  • Farra Marine books seven CTV newbuilds
    Irish crew transfer vessel (CTV) owner and operator Farra Marine is bolstering its fleet with a contract for seven newbuilds at Singapore's Penguin Shipyard. The vessels will be delivered in 2023 and early 2024. The newbuilds, part of the WindFlex-27 series, will when complete, see Farra Marine boast a fleet of 14 CTVs servicing the ...
  • Bluefloat reveals 1.7 GW Austalian floater scheme
    Spanish developer BlueFloat Energy has revealed plans for a new floating offshore wind project in Australia. The Eastern Rise offshore wind project, which sits within the proposed offshore wind zone in the Pacific Ocean off the Hunter region of New South Wales, is the latest in BlueFloat Energy's growing portfolio of projects currently standing at ...
  • SKS eyes LR2 pool expansion with Signal tie-up
    Norwegian LR2 owner and operator SKS is looking to grow its pool of LR2 product tankers by partnering up with diversified shipping services group Signal. The new setup, named "SKS LR2 Pool - powered by Signal", has been launched with SKS' five LR2 spot vessels, co-owned with funds managed by Hayfin Capital, with the goal ...
  • Maersk offloads $80m of Höegh Autoliners shares
    A.P. Moller - Maersk has reduced its stake in Norwegian car carrier player Höegh Autoliners by selling shares for nearly $80m. The Danish shipping and logistics group has offloaded around 13.5m shares, corresponding to around 7.1% of Höegh Autoliners, at a price of NOK61 per share, or a total of NOK821.5m ($79.5m). The shares closed ...
  • Saipem wins $400m Ivory Coast drilling contract
    Italy's Saipem has landed a drilling contract worth $400m with Eni and Petroci joint venture for operations offshore the Ivory Coast. The Milan-headquartered firm said the deal includes the use of the recently chartered seventh-generation drillship Deep Value Driller. Saipem noted the contract value is to be considered gross of the leasing costs of the ...
  • DEME and Jan De Nul JV selected to build world's first energy island off Belgium
    Belgian marine contractors DEME and Jan De Nul have won a contract for the construction of the world's first artificial energy island. Under the joint venture TM Edison, the two offshore construction players sealed an EPCI (engineering, procurement, construction and installation) deal with Belgian transmission system operator Elia covering the further design and construction of ...
  • Product tanker sinks off popular Filipino tropical holiday island
    A 6km long, 4km wide diesel slick has been detected near the white sandy beaches of the popular island resort destination of Mindoro in the Philippines following the sinking yesterday of the locally flagged product tanker Princess Empress. The laden ship's engine overheated early yesterday morning, having encountered rough weather on a domestic trip. The ...
  • India makes vintage ship ban official
    As widely telegraphed last month, India has officially banned bulkers and tankers aged 25 or above from entering its waters. The new rules are for for Indian-registered ships while also applying to foreign vessels discharging in India. The government has given existing vessels affected by the new cap three more years' sailing time, regardless of ...
  • Hong Kong liner rapidly builds up links with Russia
    Yesterday, Splash detailed the main container names operating in and out of Russia, with a slew of new capacity entering the region as many global carriers have exited in the wake of war with Ukraine. One of the most ambitious new players is Hong Kong-registered OVP Shipping, formed in late 2020. OVP launched a first ...
  • Rotterdam port to widen canal to allow megamax two-way traffic to Maasvlakte 2
    The port of Rotterdam will widen its Yangtze Canal to allow two-way traffic for megamaxes to its giant Maasvlakte 2 port complex. The jumboisation of containerships, which have quadrupled in size this century, has meant that only one megamax boxship can transit the 600 m wide, 2 km long canal at present. The widening of ...
  • Methanol boxship orders growing more rapidly than all other fuel types
    The container segment is leading shipping to green new pastures, taking a massive lead when it comes to investing in methanol propulsion. According to Alphaliner, methanol boxship orders have grown more rapidly than LNG in the last six months, while carriers have all but ditched orders for conventional fuel oil tonnage with just 8% of ...
  • Keppel and Sembcorp yard merger completed
    Singapore's top two yards have completed their mega merger, ending a two-decade saga. Keppel Offshore ∓ Marine (Keppel O∓M) and Sembcorp Marine have joined forces and will trade under the Sembcorp brand with Keppel's Chris Ong taking charge of the yard giant. The combined yard group has a total orderbook of S$18bn ($13.4bn) lasting through ...
  • Unleashing digital innovation in the third era of satellite connectivity
    Digitalisation in the maritime industry has developed in step with the available connectivity; now new technologies promise to enable a completely new level of innovation, writes Tore Morten Olsen, president, maritime, Marlink. The evolution of satellite connectivity and the progress of digitalisation are closely correlated and the latest advances in connectivity look set to unleash ...

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Lloyd's List web site
MARCH 1, 2023
  • Box shipping faces major shakeup in wake of 2M divorce
    Alliance agreements struck in the wake of the Hanjin collapse are set to be reset. The changes could even be...
  • TOP Ships moves to shore up support for share price
    Measures include moratoria on new share offerings and executive bonuses
  • Höegh Autoliners buys leased PCTC from Scorpio Group
    World's fifth-largest operator of pure car and truck carriers has agreed to purchase 18-year-old vessel for $34.25m
  • Yinson Production wins $5bn FPSO contract for Angola
    The contract with Eni Angola, worth about $5.3bn, is another sign of the revival of prospects for the offshore oil...
  • MSC leads growing alternative-fuel boxship orderbook
    Conventional fuel propulsion represents only 8% of orders placed so far in 2023
  • BIMCO lifts dry bulk demand forecast on China recovery
    Improvements in the dry bulk market are expected, with demand growth likely to outstrip vessel supply when taking into account...
  • West unveils war and hull insurance products
    New lines will be written on a commercial basis to subsidise mutual membership, says chief
  • FT ranking shows sustainability makes good commercial sense
    Silverstream's inclusion at the top of a listing of Europe's fastest-growing businesses underscores the belief that cleaner shipping can still...
  • India's reliance on Russian crude oil spikes
    Indian imports of crude oil from Russia rose 705% year on year in 2022 as demand increased from its large...
  • Maritime engineering firm among Europe's fastest-growing companies
    Air lubrication technology should be fitted on all newbuildings, says Noah Silberschmidt. First movers Grimaldi, Shell and Carnival have returned...
  • US in an 'unstable arms race' with China in Pacific
    The US and China are ramping up their naval arms race, and an escalation could have a devastating impact on...
  • KSOE wins order worth $180m for four MR tankers
    Deal comes as tanker orders are expected to increase this year amid bullish freight markets and demand for fleet renewal
  • Daily Briefing
    VLCC tonne miles and rates soften as China's demand for US crude remains flat | Great power rivalries threaten to...
  • India's ban on ageing tankers and bulk carriers hardly a 'game changer'
    India is to slowly withdraw trading licences for oil tankers, bulk carriers and vessels in its offshore fleet that are...
  • Sanction risks fail to stop carriers' gold rush in Russian trade
    Geneva-based MSC has the biggest presence in Russian trade in capacity terms, followed by Russian domestic carrier Fesco, according to...
  • US green energy subsidy package favours blue ammonia, fuels forum hears
    Grey methanol, B30 biodiesel and liquefied natural gas are said to be the most competitive alternatives when compared with conventional marine...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
MARCH 1, 2023
  • TPM23: Ocean Alliance could be next domino to fall after 2M: analyst
    Cosco Shipping's large orderbook and decreasing market share make it more likely to go after customers of its Ocean Alliance partners, analyst Lars Jensen told TPM23.
  • TPM23: Trans-Atlantic profitability 'unique' given loss-making history: CTS
    The elevated rate levels on the trans-Atlantic will continue to soften, but there will be no steep drop in prices as seen on the major trades out of Asia, TPM23 attendees were told.
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  • EPCs look beyond traditional oil and gas for growth opportunities
    EPC projects drive much of the global demand for project and breakbulk logistics services from carriers, forwarders, and other suppliers.
  • Zim's Gold Star Line forms Vietnam shipping venture with Hai An Transport
    The JV will serve Vietnam's three major ports and link with nearby provinces where direct access to international and domestic shipping services is limited.
  • Shippers face tricky balancing act in trans-Pacific service contract talks
    With memories still fresh of being shut out of capacity over the past two years and forced into a historically high spot market, shipper executives are headed into service contract talks mindful of the need to minimize costs while at the same time ensure cargo moves.
  • TPM23: LA-LB needs more than new labor deal to bring cargo back: Seroka
    The Port of Los Angeles' executive director acknowledged that stalled West Coast longshore labor talks are taking a toll on the port, but says the cost of shipping through California is also a big factor.
  • TPM23: CN focusing investment on capacity growth: CEO
    Canadian National will grow its capacity based on the assumption that China will remain the biggest sourcing country for North America while acknowledging the shift under way into Southeast Asia, India, and potentially Africa that could fuel cargo through eastern Canada, its CEO told TPM23.

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TradeWinds web site
MARCH 1, 2023
  • Norwegian Cruise Line's $1.3bn methanol bet a 'great signal'
    Chemical tankers and container ships are already using alternative fuel for propulsion
  • S∓P moves poised to add youth and scrubbers to Eagle Bulk fleet profile
    Eagle Bulk sells older supramax and is expected to announce purchase of modern ultramaxes
  • Investors flee as Performance Shipping sells more shares
    Serial equity raiser taps capital markets again for $12.5m
  • Baltic Dry Index hits seven-week high as China's manufacturing reaches highest level in decade
    Futures market for capesize bulkers shows that higher rates are in the works for that sector
  • Hoegh Autoliners buys fifth bareboat-chartered ship in a year with $34m purchase
    Norwegian car carrier company buys back 7,850-ceu Hoegh Berlin which it sold in 2009 and chartered back under a bareboat deal
  • Bahri and Suez Canal team up to form joint stock company
    As Egypt looks for politically palatable ways to monetise the waterway, shipping is trying to make its voice heard
  • Slow death of the LR1 tanker will not be reversed by rare newbuilding order in China
    Shipbroker believes the clean tanker class will remain a niche concern
  • Global Ship Lease scouts for acquisitions as container market starts to normalise
    Tonnage provider will unleash its fire power after selling smallest vessel
  • ZeroNorth doubles the amount of CO2 it has cut from clients' vessels
    Danish platform claims it has prevented 443,780 tonnes of the greenhouse gas being released into the atmosphere
  • Wet and dry, fast and slow: A look at how freight markets moved emissions in bulkers and tankers
    Green Seas newsletter talks to The Signal Group's market analyst about how the spot markets moved carbon intensity for key segments
  • Ultrabulk looks at building 'series' of dual-fuel bulk carriers after banner year
    Negotiations are expected to be concluded this year, the owner-operator said
  • Impact limited as India bans old tankers and bulkers
    Shipping regulator confirms move to cut emissions and promote the Indian flag
  • Sanctioned ship manager linked to first Russian 'dark' STS since EU ban
    Sun Ship Management was listed in European Union's 10th sanctions package to mark the first anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine
  • Ambitious West of England launches war and hull business
    Protection and indemnity insurer continues to diversify its commercial business lines
  • Virginia McVea to run MCA as female influence grows at the top of UK shipping
    Political, policy and safety roles now all held by women
  • Arctic poaches from Lorentzen as market for offshore brokers tightens
    A strengthening market means broking shops are on the prowl for each other's talent
  • Signal jumps into Jebsen's SKS tanker pool to boost hunt for more LR2s
    Greek and Norwegian players teaming up to expand product carrier operation
  • India's Gatik nears 50-ship mark with latest round of tanker buys
    Mumbai-based player emerges behind fresh wave of acquisitions that even involves a bulker
  • Disposal dilemma: Frontline in two minds on more tanker sales in 'smoking' market
    Norwegian tanker company deciding whether to stick or twist with old ships
  • Soren Toft signals reduction of MSC's chartered fleet in 2023
    CEO of liner giant tells TPM23 his company prefers to focus on owned tonnage
  • Sembcorp Marine's merger with Keppel O∓M is finally done and dusted
    Focus of nascent mega-yard group will be the global energy transition, says newly appointed chairman
  • Hoegh Autoliners stock plunges as Maersk sells off big chunk for $80m
    Share price drops nearly 12% as long-time partner cashes in some of 26% holding in car carrier company
  • Maersk bringing in former Adidas boss Kasper Rorsted as new director
    Giant shipowner nominates experienced Danish executive for its board
  • Solstad says 'spoiled' charterers now facing high rates and ship shortages
    Newbuildings will take years to replenish an ageing offshore fleet, Norwegian CEO believes
  • Himalaya Shipping is 'compelling' bet on bulker recovery, Fearnley Securities says
    Investment bank begins coverage of Tor Olav Troim-backed start-up with a 'buy' rating
  • Crew rescued but fuel spilt as new tanker sinks off Philippines
    Small product carrier Princess Empress went down off Oriental Mindoro on Tuesday
  • EGD takes big profit by selling $23m of Klaveness Combination Carriers
    Norwegian investment company first bought into innovative shipowner in 2016
  • Petrovietnam scours the secondhand market for offshore support vessels
    Vietnamese oil major's offshore services arm calls for proposals for four AHTS vessels and PSVs
  • Lauritzen Bulkers' Josefsen says handysizes are the bulkers to bet on
    Versatility of dry cargo workhorses means Danish owner and operator is looking ahead with optimism
  • Genting Hong Kong's last cruise ship World Dream has been sold
    Auctioned cruise ship listed in court records as sold, but everything else remains a mystery
  • India's Russian crude imports up over 700% in 2022, says Bancosta
    But increasing demands to ensure shipments do not breach Western sanctions may crimp the flow
  • With $900m in revenue ahead, will Tidewater spend cash on vessels, buybacks or acquisitions?
    The company is considering a number of potential uses for cash as its 2023 revenue is scheduled to skyrocket
  • How will Tidewater spend $900m? Vessels, buybacks or acquisitions?
    The company is considering a number of potential uses for cash as its 2023 revenue is scheduled to skyrocket

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American Shipper web site
MARCH 1, 2023
  • Container lines still chartering ships despite drop in cargo demand
    Charter rates are far below the peak but higher than pre-COVID as liners continue to sign new container-ship leases.
  • Sichuan Airlines to convert Airbus A321 aircraft for cargo
    Sichuan Airlines is taking the unusual step of carrying out cargo conversions of Airbus A321 aircraft on its own.
  • Port of Virginia eyes completion of channel deepening this year
    The Port of Virginia says it's nearly done with its channel deepening project, which will enable the port to allow for two-way traffic of ultra-large container 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
SAILING LIST
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Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
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- country
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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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