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November 2, 2023

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Exim India web site
NOVEMBER 2, 2023
  • Railways achieves another freight loading & revenue high
  • Shankar Shinde appointed Vice Chairman of CCTT; emphasises on cross border trade facilitation through INSTC route
  • WCO & IAPH launch guidelines on cooperation between Customs & port authorities
  • PM Modi, Sheikh Hasina inaugurate India-Bangladesh mega rail connectivity projects
  • Northeast infra gets a boost with key projects: Gadkari
  • Query reply pending with Exporters/IEC Holders against the Drawback Shipping Bills
  • WTO issues new edition of Trade Profiles
  • Sugar output seen dipping
  • PSA Singapore & Pacific International Lines expand collaboration on sustainability solutions to decarbonise global supply chain
  • ONE in China India Pakistan service
  • Procedure for revalidation/new registration of Self-Sealing Permission in EDI system by FSP Cell for Electronic sealing of containerized cargo at factory or warehouse premises
  • WISTA Cyprus to host 2024 WISTA International AGM & Conference in Limassol
  • India, Brazil discuss ethanol tech transfer to settle sugar dispute
  • Key infra sectors' growth dips to 8.1 pc in Sept.
  • Cotton output seen at 29.5 million bales in 2023-24: CAI
  • Govt notifies increase in windfall tax on crude to Rs 9,800 per ton
  • Haldia Petrochemicals conducts its first ever naphtha ship-to-ship transfer at Sandheads
  • Lines reportedly diverting ships to Haifa port in Israel's north

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International Transport Journal web site
NOVEMBER 2, 2023
  • Operail: losses despite savings
  • Greece goes paperless
  • 60th anniversary for Air Cargo Club Deutschland
  • Etihad partners with WFS for Copenhagen launch
  • MOL inks long-term charter with Jera
  • GXO to build a German supplements' hub
  • Namibia: 417 km rail upgrade
  • Three B737-800SF freighter conversions
  • Changing of the guard at Time Matters
  • AI and the future of supply chains
  • Global shipping overcapacity: balanced by 2028?
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Digital trucking with Egim and Drive Mybox
  • 21 kg of ketamine concealed in air cargo
  • Next port of call for Rob Kusiciel
  • CSX to serve new battery plant
  • Duvenbeck expands Polish business

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The Loadstar web site
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
  • VGM container weight mis-declaration 'rampant at most ports', say forwarders
  • M&A horror show: Forward Air + Omni Logistics
  • Book a slot for Panama Canal transit as protests add to low water delays
  • Airfreight rates out of China soar, driven by e-commerce and restocking
  • No takers, so more unemployed big box ships will join the idle fleet
  • Shippers look to digital tools as they aim to bolster resilience and agility
  • Amazon sees income skyrocket after fulfilment network restructure
  • ECU Germany head Marc Meier announces departure
  • Menzies Aviation strengthens female leadership in MEAA
  • Why tech companies offload their reverse logistics businesses

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Marine Log web site
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
  • New ultra-low emissions Wärtsilä 31DF cuts methane slip
    Wärtsilä has introduced a new ultra-low emissions version of its Wärtsilä 31DF engine, first introduced in 2015. When operating on LNG, this new version of the dual fuel engine can further reduce

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Container News web site
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
  • GSBN and DNV collaborate on verified data sharing
    Global Shipping Business Network (GSBN), an independent non-profit technology consortium, has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the DNV classification society. By facilitating the reliable sharing of verified data for green claims, the partnership hopes to boost decarbonisation and speed up the use of alternative fuels. "To achieve shipping decarbonisation at scale, it needs to have
  • Nokia to provide Caribbean port with first private wireless network
    Nokia has been selected by Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited (KFTL) to deploy the first private wireless network at the container terminal of the Caribbean port. The network was installed and will be deployed by Nokia Channel Partner EGC International. It is worth noting that KFTL's Digital Transformation journey has become a reference in the Americas due to the adoption of new technologies such
  • COSCO and CCIC South America ink strategic cooperation deal
    COSCO SHIPPING (South America) and China Certification & Inspection Group South America inked a strategic cooperation agreement in Argentina on 5 October. China Certification & Inspection Group South America is an independent third-party firm that provides inspection and certification services for important South American commodities shipped to China. It operates on the concepts of "standards, in
  • Black Sea dry bulk exports up 13% y/y as Russian wheat exports rise
    "Between January and October, dry bulk exports out of the Black Sea increased by 13% year on year, driven by Russian wheat exports. After two strong consecutive wheat harvests in Russia, the country's exports are now on track to reach a new record in 2023. However, Black Sea export volumes are 20% lower than in 2021 due to the loss of Ukrainian cargoes following Russia's invasion of the country,"
  • Container trade less of a GDP indicator these days
    Alphaliner's report said that container trade is decoupling from gross domestic product, as the TEU-to-GDP multiplier has continued to weaken since the pandemic, with the last 10 years now showing an average multiplier below 1. The ratio, which peaked in the 1990s and was still a robust 2.6x in the 2000s, had previously been a reliable indicator for the market, such that container trade could be
  • Port of long Beach partners with federal bodies to improve navigation
    Port pilots across the United States will now have a new high-precision navigation tool thanks to the Port of Long Beach, Jacobsen Pilot Service, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), making shepherding ships through the underwater terrain unique to each port safer than ever. "The Port of Long Beach handles cargo valued at more than US$200 billion every year, and safety
  • PSA Singapore and PIL expand collaboration on decarbonisation initiatives
    Aiming at net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, PSA Singapore and Pacific International Lines (PIL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly create sustainable solutions to reduce carbon emissions and enhance efficiency in shipping operations. This partnership is expected to support the creation of environmentally friendly shipping routes for PIL's container shipments, focuss
  • ONE's Q2 returns show volumes up but profits crash
    Ocean Network Express (ONE) is set to undergo a series of cost-saving initiatives as its second-quarter returns show a 1% increase in cargo volumes yet still saw a 97% slump in its first-half revenues compared to the previous year. The Singapore-based carrier recorded first-half volumes of 5.91 million TEUs compared to 5.83 million TEUs in the first two quarters of 2022 but saw revenues crash fro
  • ONE announces China India Pakistan service upgrade
    Ocean Network Express (ONE) will upgrade its China India Pakistan (CIP) service, starting from the cycle of westbound ETA at Shanghai on 31 October. The updated service rotation of the CIP service will be Shanghai (China), Ningbo (China), Shekou (China), Singapore, Port Kelang (Malaysia), Nhava Sheva (India), Karachi (Pakistan), Mundra (India), Colombo (Sri Lanka), Port Kelang (Malaysia), Hong Ko
  • IoT technology will differentiate dry container services
    The Internet of Things (IoT) has been a largely untapped resource for dry container shipping. ORBCOMM's new-to-the-market dry container monitoring solution offers unprecedented transparency, cost-effective proof of compliance and untapped commercial opportunities, says Christian Allred, Executive Vice President, International Sales, ORBCOMM. Carrying around 90% of non-bulk cargo transported by se
  • ITIC warns ship managers of the dangers of management mistakes
    The International Transport Intermediaries Club (ITIC), a mutual insurer that provides professional indemnity cover for transport intermediaries in the marine, offshore, renewable, and aviation industries, has warned ship managers about the risks and costs associated with claims of inability to meet contractual obligations. The warning was issued as part of ITIC's October 2023 Claims Review, whic
  • CMA CGM transfers first peruvian grapes to Japan
    CMA CGM's Asia Central South America 1 (ACSA1) service shipped the first load of Peruvian grapes to Japan. The milestone shipment arrived at CMA CGM's Honmoku D4 terminal in the port of Yokohama. Peruvian grapes have joined the list of fresh fruits that the Asia-Latin America service has reliably brought to the Yokohama port, arriving onboard the 15,000 TEU CMA CGM Liberty, one of three e-methane
  • Port of Long Beach releases draft report on environmental impacts of World Oil Terminals' project
    The Port of Long Beach has released a draft report on the environmental consequences of World Oil Terminals' proposed project to build two new petroleum storage tanks at its privately owned and managed facility on Pier C. Ribost Terminals has applied to the Port for a Harbor Development Permit to build and operate two new 25,000-barrel petroleum storage tanks with internal floating roofs, new tan
  • DNV collaborates with Samsung Heavy Industries
    Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) and the classification society DNV have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during KORMARINE, aiming to create SHI's advanced Remote Operation Centre (ROC) for immediate supervision and management of Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS). The agreement will serve as the foundation for DNV and Samsung Heavy Industries to work together in fostering inn

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Splash web site
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
  • Solstad offloads laid-up AHTS
    Norwegian offshore vessel owner Solstad has sold its fifteen-year-old anchor handling tug supply unit . The sale will result in a positive accounting effect of around NOK50m ($4.8m) in the fourth-quarter numbers. Delivery of the 2008-built AHTS to an undisclosed buyer has already been completed. The Singapore-flagged vessel has been in layup in Asia since ...
  • Hyundai Glovis lines up orders for world's largest car carriers
    South Korea's Hyundai Glovis is set to build the world's lagest pure car and truck carriers. The shipping and logistics unit of Hyundai Motor Group unveiled plans in a local stock exchange filing to spend around $1.84bn on a dozen LNG dual-fuel 10,800 ceu vessels for delivery in 2027. The Seoul-based diversified owner, best known ...
  • Noble scores drillship and jackup contracts
    New York and Copenhagen-listed offshore rig owner Noble Corporation has secured more work for its drillships and a pair of jackups units. The 2011-built floaters Noble Globetrotter I and 2013-built Noble Globetrotter II have both received additional contracts from Shell for work in the US Gulf of Mexico. The Globetrotter I has been fixed until ...
  • Japanese firm invests in Norwegian fuel cell developer
    Japan's Yokogawa Electric has bought into Norwegian fuel cell developer TECO 2030. Yokogawa's investment in TECO 2030 by way of acquiring treasury shares comes with a strategic partnership agreement aimed at working together on optimising hydrogen fuel cell technology and exploring business opportunities for distributed power sources in shipping and other industrial sectors. TECO 2030 ...
  • Gulf Marine Services wins batch of new deals
    London-listed liftboat operator Gulf Marine Services (GMS) has won several contract awards from unnamed clients for work in the Middle East. GMS said that it won three deals in total - two contract extensions for four years in total and one new contract for two years. All work will be done in Gulf Cooperation Council ...
  • Imza Marine buys first VLCC
    Turkey's Imza Marine has bought its first VLCC. The low-profile tanker player has tabled some $32.5m in recent months, adding one vintage product tanker after another. The latest ship is a step up in size, with the acquisition of the 16-year-old, 306,000 dwt Gesi for $48m, a ship that has changed names and ownership rapidly ...
  • Chris Stedman exits Petredec in deal with the Fearn family and Bahri
    Gas shipowner and trader Petredec has a new ownership structure following the exit of former director Chris Stedman. The Fearn family and Saudi Arabian state shipowner Bahri have struck a deal with Stedman to take over his stake in Petredec parent company Petredec Group Limited (PGL). The British Virgin Islands-headquartered PGL is the sole owner ...
  • IACS membership back up to 12 with addition of Türk Loydu
    The membership at the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) is back up to 12. In March last year, the Russian Maritime Register was expelled from the body of elite class societies following Vladimir Putin's decision to invade Ukraine. While there is no sign the Russian class society will be welcomed back into the IACS fold ...
  • Growth of the shadow fleet has made Russian oil price cap 'unenforceable': World Bank
    Russia's swift build-up of a so-called shadow fleet of tankers - estimated to number more than 600 ships - has made the West's oil price cap "unenforceable", according to a new report from the World Bank. As one of many sanctions measures put in place against Russia since it invaded Ukraine in February last year, ...
  • US gives go-ahead to country's largest offshore wind project
    The US authorities have approved the development of Dominion Energy's 2.6 GW Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project - the largest approved offshore wind project in the US so far. This is the fifth approval of a commercial-scale, offshore wind energy project under the Biden administration following the approval of the Vineyard Wind 1, South ...
  • Vision of green shipping corridor cluster outlined
    Members of the Silk Alliance cross-supply chain industry partnership, initiated by the Lloyd's Register (LR) Maritime Decarbonisation Hub, have issued an open letter to share their collective vision for the implementation of a green shipping corridor cluster. The open letter - described as a model for cross-industry collaboration across the maritime supply chain - aims ...
  • Ørsted ceases development of two US offshore wind projects, takes FID for Revolution Wind
    Danish renewable energy developer Ørsted has decided to cease the development of its Ocean Wind 1 and 2 projects. Simultaneously, it has taken a final investment decision on the Revolution Wind project. Discontinuation of the Ocean Wind 1 and 2 projects off the coast of southern New Jersey in the US is a consequence of ...
  • EMGS wins first renewable energy infrastructure survey deal
    Norwegian seismic service provider Electromagnetic Geoservices (EMGS) has entered into its first acquisition contract related to renewable energy infrastructure. Subject to the issuance by the undisclosed customer of certain notice to proceed orders, the contract has a value of up to approximately $2m. The contract does not include any minimum scope of work. Under the ...
  • Record dry weather forces further dramatic cuts at the Panama Canal
    The dry weather in Panama shows no sign of letting up with the El Niño weather phenomenon wreaking havoc to schedulers working for the country's canal administration. The Panama Canal Administration warned yesterday that following the driest October on record, the volume of daily transits will be cut further. At its maximum, the canal can ...
  • MOL pursues electric vessels
    Japanese shipowner Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) and Pyxis Maritime, a Singaporean maritime electrification technology start-up, are going to work together. The pair have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop the electric vessels markets in Singapore and Japan. "We believe this memorandum will be an important step for both companies to make a significant change ...

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Lloyd's List web site
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
  • Panama Canal restrictions set to drive continued disruption, rates and record slot auctions
    Panama's rainy season has been the driest on record and with little hope of drought easing this year the canal...
  • Gard offers war risk clients access to DNK intelligence products
    London and NorthStandard operate in Combined Group pool, while West entered market earlier this year
  • EU ETS to include calls at Tanger Med and East Port Said
    Containerships sailing from a non-EU port to discharge cargo at an EU port via Tanger Med or East Port Said...
  • Boxship charter rates still falling while terms get shorter
    The outlook for the containership charter market is increasingly bleak as oversupply prevails
  • Dark fleet consolidates Russian oil shipments dominance
    Some 39% of all vessels calling at Russian Baltic and Black sea ports last month were elderly, anonymously owned and...
  • China Merchants Energy Shipping reports robust Q3 profit growth
    The company announced a new name to show its diversified business portfolio
  • China still the driving force behind vehicle carrier trade growth, says Wallenius Wilhelmsen
    'We believe volumes next year will be at least on level with 2023,' says WWL chief executive Lasse Kristoffersen
  • Green Marine forms joint venture in Singapore to build methanol dual-fuel vessels
    Founder of Copenhagen-based Green Marine says several new building projects are in the works
  • Costamare adds new bulker acquisition finance to near $1bn liquidity pot
    Neptune Maritime Leasing arm contributes to profitable third quarter
  • Türk Loydu becomes IACS member and eyes global expansion
    Türk Loydu becomes the 12th member of IACS. Its full membership application was made in February this year
  • Daily Briefing
    Should ships use grey methanol? | Ukraine's seaborne exports top 2m tonnes | Non-domestic arrivals to Israel slow

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The Journal of Commerce web site
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
  • Southeast governors say ILA could 'weaponize' Leatherman court decision
    Six amicus briefs have been filed to the US Supreme Court supporting the South Carolina Ports Authority's position that the ILA is illegally forcing carriers to boycott Charleston's Hugh Leatherman Terminal as a means to acquire jobs that belong to state employees.
  • USWC-bound ships boost reliability in September amid cargo push
    On-time performance to the West Coast improved during the busiest month of 2023 for Asian imports to date, but East Coast reliability took a dip.
  • Omni Logistics sues Forward Air to enforce completion of merger deal
    Freight forwarder Omni isn't giving up on a merger with Forward and is moving to force completion of the deal despite Forward's cold feet.
  • Forwarders warn of rising transshipment, cargo delays after ETS rollout
    Carriers are already beginning to adjust schedules ahead of Europe's new shipping carbon tax, something forwarders say could reduce direct port connections and boost transshipment activity.
  • Shipping emissions data-sharing initiative launched by DNV, GSBN
    The two partners will collaborate on pilot projects aimed at accurately measuring and tracking emissions reduction data across the supply chain.
  • Forwarders warn of rising transshipment, cargo delays after ETS roll out
    Carriers are already beginning to adjust schedules ahead of Europe's new shipping carbon tax, something forwarders say could reduce direct port connections and boost transshipment activity.
  • Offshore services companies expect boost from increased energy spending
    Fresh investments among oilfield services giants should bolster the offshore services market, with supply chain spending expected to grow 16% in 2023 and 2024.

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TradeWinds web site
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
  • Seacor Marine narrows loss as cyclical recovery continues
    New York-listed owner may offer $25m in common shares
  • Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings beats analyst consensus as demand remains strong
    New York-listed operator posts better results despite contending with Maui wildfires and escalating conflict in Israel
  • Green Seas: Climate change reverberates through shipping amid Panama Canal and liner woes
    Newsletter on the environment and the business of the ocean explores ways in which climate change is impacting maritime trade lanes
  • Turkey's Imza Marine breaks into VLCC sector with move for much-flipped vessel
    Istanbul owner lists the Gesi in its fleet, with brokers quoting a 'soft' price
  • ESL profit drops as bulker group tries to seal investment from new partners
    Finnish owner says time-charter costs are still high in the Baltic
  • Mariner training vessels will drag on Philly Shipyard bottom line as yard mired in problems
    The five vessels will be loss-making efforts for the company
  • Hayfin Capital emerges behind methanol-ready tanker newbuildings at HD Hyundai
    Alternative investment fund says suezmaxes will help grow a more carbon-efficient asset base
  • Danny Ungar's Unity targets 50-ship bulker fleet in new venture with Synergy
    London owner is drawing up expansion plans with the help of Rajesh Unni's ship-management group
  • Shipowner seeks damages over cargo links to sanctioned Russian
    Tonzip Maritime brings case against Singapore-based trader after cargo was linked to oil tycoon Mikhail Gutseriev
  • Costamare reveals busy S&P, commits fresh 'hunting license' funds for buys
    Greek owner renews bulker fleet and sells older boxships while growing CBI and Neptune Maritime Leasing platforms
  • Cosco Shipping Holdings' quarterly profit plummets 83%, citing operational challenges
    Hong Kong-listed carrier is latest victim in downturn in container shipping markets
  • Cosco Shipping Holdings sees profits drop 83% in last quarter
    Hong Kong-listed carrier is latest victim in downturn in container shipping markets
  • Wallenius Wilhelmsen bullish on 2024 after third-quarter earnings
    World's largest car carrier owner trumpets strong contract renewals and automaker guidance
  • Clarksons-backed Sea promotes former ZeroNorth exec to product chief
    Mads Donkin joined the vessel-fixing platform in Copenhagen in June
  • Panama Canal auction smashes vessel transit record as slot goes for $2.85m
    Pressure mounts at drought-hit waterway as new record transit price dwarfs normal fee
  • Clarksons-backed Sea promotes former ZeroNorth executive to product chief
    Mads Donkin joined the vessel-fixing platform in Copenhagen in June
  • Wartsila unveils new methane-slashing version of LNG dual-fuel engine
    Latest version piloted on Wasaline's ferry, which acted as technology provider's 'floating lab'
  • Banks force Havila out of AHTS sector with more sales as DOF Group takes over duo
    Saevik family-controlled told by lenders to offload trio of ships
  • Turk Loydu joins IACS after years of talks, following 'robust' vetting
    Turkish classification society plans to expand footprint following its international recognition
  • Stamford Green Marine targets owners, investors and traders to build methanol-fuelled fleet
    Shipowning platform to build and charter out methanol dual-fuel vessels
  • Hyundai Glovis poised to place $1.84bn order for 'world's largest' car carriers
    Chinese shipbuilders are expected to secure contracts of up to 12 units of 10,800 ceu each
  • Banks force Havila out of AHTS sector with more sales as DOF takes over duo
    Saevik family-controlled told by lenders to offload trio of ships
  • World Bank: G7 price cap unenforceable as Urals price rises
    The growth of the shadow fleet has allowed Russia to trade outside of the price cap
  • Stamford Green Marine targets shipowners, investors and traders to build methanol-fuelled fleet
    Shipowning platform to build and charter out methanol dual-fuel vessels
  • Klaveness Combination Carriers says carbon levy cost could cut $4m eco retrofit payback time to six years
    Engebret Dahm makes the case for energy saving devices on Cabu carrier
  • Singapore's Pacific International and terminal operator PSA join forces to slash carbon emissions
    Singapore stalwarts looking at a number of initiatives including low emission routes and biofuel trials
  • The never-ending story: Greek tonnage tax wobbles may not be going away
    A little-noticed lawsuit in Luxembourg may open a can of worms in Greece's rearguard battle to defend its tonnage tax
  • KCC says carbon levy cost could cut $4m eco retrofit payback time to six years
    Engebret Dahm makes the case for energy saving devices on Cabu carrier
  • East England Shipping LR1 product tanker seized in Singapore
    Bunker supplier arrests vessel, alleging its fuel bills have not been paid
  • PIL and PSA aim to develop low emission trade routes
    Singapore stalwarts looking at a number of initiatives including low emission routes and biofuel trials
  • Panos Laskaridis champions family values as he drives growth
    Greek owner is growing a 'greener' fleet but says the time is not yet ripe for 'fancy' future fuels or ships
  • Offshore wind recruitment firm sees Singapore IPO slump on debut
    Company shakes off disappointing start as listed entity says going public enhances its brand visibility
  • Liner firms in uproar as protectionism moves create chaos at Bangladeshi port
    Foreign players claim cargoes are being diverted onto Bangladeshi vessels while their ships face long delays in Port of Chittagong

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American Shipper web site
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
  • Shipping braces for impact as Panama Canal slashes capacity
    The water crisis at the Panama Canal is getting worse and will force more ships to take much longer routes.
  • IndiGo, Air Inuit opt for converted narrowbody freighters
    The freighter conversion business is slowing down, but there remains residual momentum from carriers such as IndiGo.

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The Hague
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Copenhagen
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Rome
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Turkey's Desan Shipyard in talks to take over Mangalia shipyard
Bucharest
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London
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Hanover/Trieste
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Brussels
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Beijing/Hong Kong
Panama Ports Company operates the Balboa and Cristobal ports
PSA posts annual revenue growth, but profits fall
Singapore
Sharp increase in operating costs across the board
Temporary Port Labor Supply Company in Cagliari Extended for Another 18 Months
Cagliari
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Beijing
Increase of +6.9% in traffic with foreign countries. In the first two months of 2025, 1.75 billion tons were moved (+1.6%)
Chinese container maker CIMC posts bumper 2024
Hong Kong
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Genoa
Cruise and ferry passenger decline
ICS, Trump's proposed measures against Chinese ships risk having significant unwanted consequences, even for the US
Washington
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Intercargo, international measures for decarbonisation of shipping must be simple and clear
London
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Port of Barcelona invests 124 million to develop sustainable fuel traffic
Barcelona
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Augusta
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Hamburg
Profit after taxes amounted to 56.4 million euros (+33.1%)
Launch of a public consultation for the updating of the PRPs of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Genoa
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ITU, ICAO and IMO highlight risks to maritime and air transport caused by attacks on satellite communications
Geneva/Montreal/London
London Government presents its strategy for decarbonising maritime transport
London
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London
TUI in talks with shipyards for two new cruise ships for Marella
Hanover
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Madrid
67% reduction in lost work days per year
Filt, Fit and Uilt, no to the transformation from "article 18" to "16" of the Livorno port company LTM
Leghorn
Unions ask port authority to block proliferation of new economic entities
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Last year Fincantieri recorded record revenues and new orders
Trieste
Folgiero: the first fruits of our strategy and industrial vision have been harvested
COSCO Shipping Holdings revenue increased by +44.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024
COSCO Shipping Holdings revenue increased by +44.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024
Shanghai
In the period, the container ships of the Chinese group's fleet transported 6.9 million TEUs (+13.1%). Containers on the Asia-Europe/Med routes fell
Porto Marghera, renewal of concession to Terminal Rinfuse Venezia
Venice
New 25-year contract. Investments of over 53 million euros expected
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Paris
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Miami
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Hong Kong
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Rome
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Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
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Genoa
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Alesund/Trieste
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Next week Italian ports will participate in Seatrade Cruise Global
Rome
Initiative brand: "CruiseItaly - One Country, Many Destinations"
MSC Group Cruise Terminal Officially Inaugurated in the Port of Barcelona
Barcelona
In 2027 it will be equipped with a cold ironing plant
Marcegaglia and Nova Marine Carriers form NovaMar Logistic joint venture
Lugano/Gazoldo of the Ippoliti
A general cargo ship will transport raw materials to the steel group's plants
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Introduced most of the innovative technologies currently available
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
Decarbonisation of maritime transport will be faster in the EU and the US
DHL Acquires CRYOPDP
Bonn/Nashville
The company provides courier services for clinics and healthcare
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Over a million to the port companies of Livorno and Piombino to acquire green vehicles
Leghorn
The ranking for admission to the PNRR-Next Gen Eu contributions has been published
COSCO Shipping Development Co.'s container sales increased by +204.1% in 2024
Shanghai
The related turnover increased by +124.0%
The call for funding for the purchase of electric vehicles in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado has been published
Genoa
Yang Ming Buys Three New 8,000 TEU Containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Construction of a cruise ship for Regent Seven Seas Cruises begins in Marghera
Trieste
Fincantieri will deliver the unit in 2026
Federlogistica establishes operational offices in Spain and Brazil
Genoa
The aim is to go beyond theoretical cooperative relationships
Over a Ton of Cocaine Seized in the Port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
If placed on the market it would have generated over 187 million euros
In 2024, the economic results of Interporto Padova reached record values
Padua
Revenues up +17%
Three ceremonies at the Saint-Nazaire shipyard for three new MSC Cruises ships
Geneva
New flagship "MSC World America" delivered
German railway company DB Cargo reduced losses in 2024
Berlin
Revenues down again. -9.0% drop in freight volumes
NovaAlgoma orders second 38,000 dwt cement carrier in China
Lugano
It will be taken over in 2027
Customs agreement between Italy and Brazil to facilitate trade
Brasilia
Mission of the Customs and Monopolies Agency in the South American nation
A team from La Spezia Container Terminal in Rotterdam to test advanced technologies
The Spice
ECT Hutchinson Ports Training Center Visited
The assembly of Genoese freight forwarders on Monday
Genoa
It will be held at the Palazzo della Borsa in Genoa
Assarmatori, in Italy the ferry segment cannot bear the burden of the EU ETS in a very fragile market situation
Brussels
Messina: Protecting shipping from the ideological excesses of the Green Deal
The website of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard has been renewed
Rome
It has become a single digital access point to documents and services
In 2024, inland waterway freight transport in Germany increased by +1.2%
Wiesbaden
The volume, at 173.8 million tonnes, is the second lowest since 1990.
APM Terminals Granted Port of New York - New Jersey Concession Renewal
New York
Contract for a period of 33 years. Investments of 500 million dollars are expected
Experimentation of crane automation has begun at the Interporto Padova terminal
Padua
The interport company awarded the "Industria Felix 2025 Award"
Container traffic in the port of Algeciras fell by -17.0% in February
Algeciras
Both import-export volumes and transhipment are decreasing
New cruise company Crescent Seas has been founded in Miami
Miami
The fleet, initially consisting of one ship from Regent Seven Seas Cruises, will grow to five units within the next five years
In 2024, the volume of vehicles transported by Wallenius Wilhelmsen's fleet decreased by -9.7%
Oslo
Traffic down on almost all global routes
Agreement between Assoporti and Assologistica and the Florida trade, transport and port authorities
Rome
It was signed today
In April a mission in Albania of The International Propeller Clubs - Italy
Genoa
It will take place on the 9th and 10th in Tirana and Durres
COSCO Shipping Ports revenues rose to a record $1.5 billion in 2024 (+3.3%)
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone, a decrease of -3.0%
SO.RI.MA. (FHP group) granted a concession of an area of 125 thousand square meters in the port of Chioggia
Venice
Investments of 11.5 million euros expected over 25 years
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
Govt. to woo top ten shipping liners in world for Colombo port expansion
(Daily Mirror)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Contship Italia’s intermodal network has been extended to the Gulf Terminal in La Spezia
Melzo
Connections with the inland terminals of Milan, Modena and Padua
Container traffic in the port of Valencia grew by +15.2% last month
Valencia
The overall volume of goods handled increased by +6.8%
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority obtains gender equality certification
Leghorn
It is the first Italian port authority to obtain this recognition
Container traffic growth weakens at ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
Los Angeles/Long Beach
Last month, increases of +2.6% and +13.4% respectively were recorded
Assarmatori, the Italian government's position on the impact of the EU ETS on shipping and ports is good
Rome
Messina: fully understood the risks and distortions of European climate regulation
PSA Italy's Genoa port terminals awarded anti-corruption certification
Genoa
The UNI EN ISO 37001 standard defines the requirements for an effective anti-corruption management system
Assiterminal presents three projects for the sustainable transition of the Italian port sector
Rome
Work completed on docks 33 and 34 of the port of Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia
50,000 square meters of yards prepared
The completion and doubling of the Pontremolese is the dream-nightmare of the La Spezia port community
The Spice
Fontana: Money is not found when enormous resources are channeled into railway lines of dubious utility
Hanwha acquires 9.9% stake in shipbuilding company Austal
Sydney
Investment worth approximately 116 million US dollars
The European fleet is growing but competing fleets are growing at a faster rate
Brussels
Raptis (European Shipowners): investing ETS revenues in clean shipping technologies and fuels
Trasportounito has confirmed the national halt to the transport of goods
Rome
Proclaimed for the duration of five days from March 31st to April 4th
Container traffic in Hong Kong port increased by +9.1% in February
Hong Kong
However, for the second time in the last 25 years, cargo volume was below one million TEU.
Cargo traffic in Greek ports stable in Q3 2024
Piraeus
The increase in volumes transported on domestic routes has offset the decline in traffic with foreign countries
At the Vado Ligure container terminal a 21,000 teu container ship fully loaded
I go to Liguria
The 400-meter-long Cosco Shipping Nebula has landed
UIR proposes a permanent table for the development of intermodality
Verona
The main task is to build a project financing program.
Restructuring plan approved for Spanish company Armas Trasmediterránea
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Creditors' appeal rejected
The decline in cargo traffic at the port of Singapore worsened in February
Singapore
Containerized cargoes amounted to 27.4 million tons (-3.6%)
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