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April 3, 2023

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Exim India web site
APRIL 3, 2023
  • MMD3 opts for BCBA digital platform
  • Bahri Line launches direct service from Ennore to Jeddah, Europe
  • Key WDFC trial run conducted
  • FTP 2023 a dynamic & open-ended policy that will accommodate emerging needs: Piyush Goyal
  • Prime Minister graces commencement of National Maritime Week
  • 'Sagar Setu' mobile app of National Logistics Portal (Marine) launched
  • DPA handles 137.56 MMT in 2022-23, up 8.2%
  • Consequences subsequent to a ship collision
  • MOL establishes Group basic principles of corporate governance & corporate governance policy
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (31 March 2023)
  • Phased Implementation of Electronic Cash Ledger (ECL) in Customs w.e.f. 01.04.2023
  • Coal export by FY26, says Minister
  • GDP seen growing at 6.5 pc in coming decade
  • PPP investment in ports has surged
  • Merchandise imports seen at over $700 bn in FY23

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International Transport Journal web site
APRIL 3, 2023
  • "No future without change"
  • Bhat follows von Boxberg - again
  • EUR 1 billion for Maasvlakte II
  • Switzerland's first digital goods train
  • AfA appoints senior lobbyist Michael Taylor
  • First batch of 150 trucks now in service
  • EUR 10 million logistics hub to open in September
  • A new digital solution for postal shipments
  • First yard in Bangladesh certified by NYK
  • Dronamics picks Tim Martin
  • UPS investing in healthcare segment
  • 55 new cranes to cut emissions by 50%
  • Avia AM Leasing supplies fourth B737-800BCF
  • A contract to reach net zero goal
  • EUR 3.5 million for Flagship Founders
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • 4,700 lorries stopped
  • Carbon neutral warehouse for UK's Midlands
  • Patrick Hutchins takes the helm
  • Swissport wins lion's share of Chilean market

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The Loadstar web site
MARCH 31, 2023
  • News podcast | April 2023 | Contract talks; alliance threats; and inventories
  • Shippers pushed towards spot rates as contract negotiations stall
  • EXCLUSIVE: Top VP pushed at CH Robinson Europe
  • Shippers' capacity concerns as optimistic UK joins Trans-Pacific trade bloc
  • Star performer Schenker still propping up Deutsche Bahn profitability
  • Transport ministers lay foundation for post-war Ukraine transport links
  • China Merchants joins car export boom with order for new PCTCs
  • Vector Logistics - AP Møller Capital acts as 'distressed buyer'
  • Teamster opposition puts the brakes on Yellow restructure
  • Opportunities for diverse cargo keep knocking at National
  • Supply chain woes: New car in Oz? So near but yet so far
  • Frustration as Whitehall still ignores solar energy from warehouse roofs
  • Rhenus Air & Ocean snaps up Flexport's Florian Braun as COO
  • Lufthansa Cargo veteran Ashwin Bhat to take over as CEO

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Marine Log web site
MARCH 31, 2023
  • VIDEO: Norled puts hydrogen powered ferry into operation
    Norwegian green ferry pioneer Norled marked a world first today, putting a liquid hydrogen fuel cell powered ferry, the MF Hydra, into regular scheduled operation. Built by Norway's Westcon Shipyard and designed
  • Meyer Group unveils a concept cruise ship of the future
    The Meyer Group used this week's Seatrade Cruise Global event in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., to showcase not only some of its recent achievements but to give a glimpse of a concept cruise
  • WSF seeks bids for Jumbo Mark II hybrid-electric conversions
    Washington State Ferries (WSF) has launched an invitation for bid to convert its three Jumbo Mark II ferries from diesel to hybrid electric. The hybrid-electric conversions of the Jumbo Mark IIs is

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Container News web site
MARCH 31, 2023
  • CIMC sees lukewarm container demand in H1 2023
    China International Marine Containers (CIMC) chairman and CEO Mai Boliang expects demand for new containers to be muted, at just 20% of that in conventional years. The head of the world's largest container manufacturer was speaking at a briefing on 28 March to announce CIMC's 2022 results, which showed net profit fell by 52% year-on-year to US$466.55 million, as the container shipping market norm
  • AD Ports invests in VTMIS technology to improve maritime safety
    AD Ports Group will roll out a cutting-edge Vessel Traffic Management Information System (VTMIS) across its activities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as part of its ongoing investment programme in innovative solutions to improve safety, security, and productivity. The new technology will be implemented at UAE's Khalifa Port, Zayed Port, Free Port, Musaffah Port and Al Dhafra region ports. Once
  • Antwerp Terminal Services and CMB.TECH introduce hydrogen dual fuel straddle carrier
    Antwerp Terminal Services (ATS), a joint venture between MSC PSA Europe Terminal (MPET) and PSA Antwerp (PSAA), launched the world's first H2 dual fuel straddle carrier in the Port of Antwerp. In particular, by using state-of-the-art H2 dual fuel combustion engine technology, developed by cleantech company CMB.TECH and integrated into a straddle carrier with the support of ATS, the machine runs o
  • Ammonia to be explored as marine fuel in US East Coast
    American Bureau of Shipping, A.P. Moller - Maersk A/S, Fleet Management Limited, Georgia Ports Authority, Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping, Savage Services, Sumitomo Corporation and TOTE Services agreed on a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly conduct a feasibility study. These companies aim to establish a comprehensive and competitive supply chain for the provisio
  • New shipping partnership promotes biofuel use to reduce CO2 emissions
    A team of 17 companies aims to save 2,023 tonnes of CO 2 this year by providing several vessels owned by Samskip with biofuel. Companies that import or export their freight by vessel generally have little influence on the container shipping company's fuel choice and GoodShipping aims to change this with the 'insetting' concept. In December, the Port of Rotterdam Authority and GoodShipping announc
  • MSC rebrands Bolloré Africa Logistics
    Bolloré Africa Logistics (BAL), a multimodal logistics operator in Africa, revealed its new name. The business will now be known as AGL, which stands for Africa Global Logistics. MSC completed the acquisition of the operator in December 2022 and after three months has decided to change its brand. AGL logo AGL will operate as an independent entity and is part of the cargo division at MSC. With an
  • CMA CGM submits bid to take over Lebanon's postal services
    French shipping company CMA CGM has submitted a bid to take over Lebanon's postal services, according to the country's caretaker minister of telecommunications Johnny Corm. Rodolphe Saade-led container line seems to be the only firm to have lodged a bid to acquire the nation's postal service contract. The offer has been made by CMA CGM's wholly subsidiary, Colis Privé. As there are no other bids,

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Splash web site
MARCH 31, 2023
  • Part of the crew kidnapped in Monjasa tanker hijacking
    A pirate attack on a Monjasa tanker in the Gulf of Guinea resulted in the kidnapping of some of its crew members. The Liberian-flagged with 16 crewmembers was boarded six days ago by five armed people 140 miles (260 km) west of the Republic of Congo's Port Pointe-Noire. The 2003-built 13,700 dwt ship subsequently went ...
  • Odfjell Drilling clinches $290m semisub deal
    Oslo-listed semisub player Odfjell Drilling has inked two letters of intent with an undisclosed North Sea operator for the 2012-built rig . Both deals, if firmed up, would have a combined firm duration of 23 months and a value of about $290m, excluding integrated services, rig upgrades or mobilisation fees. In addition to the base ...
  • J. Lauritzen makes another offshore wind investment with Eneti stake
    Danish maritime investment company J. Lauritzen has made another investment in the offshore wind sector, having bought into Monaco-based shipowner and operator Eneti. "J. Lauritzen takes pride in supporting the growth of sustainable energy solutions, and we are excited to partner with Eneti to help fund this critical shift towards a more sustainable future. Together, ...
  • Marinakis in for LNG carrier duo
    Capital Gas has been revealed as the owner behind an order for two liquefied natural gas carriers at Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries. Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE), the holding company of HSI, announced the deal with an undisclosed shipowner for 174,000 cu m units in a regulatory filing on Wednesday. Industry sources have linked ...
  • Oaktree cancels offer for stake sale in Torm after shares tumble
    Oaktree Capital Management has decided not to go forward with the stake sale in Torm after the shares in the Danish product tanker owner declined sharply on Thursday. The US private equity firm, which owns around 65% of Torm, was looking to offload 6% or 5m of its shareholding and grant a 30-day option for ...
  • Insurers brace for hefty claims from sunken Philippine tanker
    The International Oil Pollution Compensation Funds (IOPC Funds) and the Shipowners' P&I Club, the liability insurer of the sunken Princess Empress, have decided to open a claims submission office in Oriental Mindoro in the Philippines to facilitate the submission of thousands of claims for compensation. The Philippines is a party to both the 1992 Civil ...
  • CMA CGM lodges bid to run Lebanon's postal services
    French liner CMA CGM, via subsidiary Colis Privé, is the only company to have lodged a bid to take over Lebanon's postal services. Lebanon's caretaker minister of telecommunications Johnny Corm confirmed yesterday the offer made by CMA CGM to take over the nation's postal service contract CMA CGM took over last-mile logistics player Colis Privé ...
  • Newbuild VLGC to get bespoke rotor sails installed
    Finnish rotor sail manufacturer Norsepower has signed a contract to install two of its sails on a brand new very large gas carrier for Japan's Iino Lines. The ship, delivered today from Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering, is ready to be equipped with two bespoke 20 m tall rotor sails side by side. The new, ...
  • Savannah set to be testbed for green ammonia bunkering
    American Bureau of Shipping, A.P. Moller - Maersk, Fleet Management, Georgia Ports Authority, Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping, Savage Services, Sumitomo Corporation and TOTE Services have announced the execution of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly conduct a feasibility study with the aim to be one of the pioneers in establishing ...
  • MSC debuts new African brand
    Mediterranean Shipping Co has rebranded new acquisition Bolloré Africa Logistics. The operator, bought for $6.3bn, will now be known as Africa Global Logistics (AGL) and is an independent entity, and part of the cargo division at MSC. "MSC is excited about the AGL brand reveal and will continue to invest in all its cargo businesses ...
  • The inexorable potential for rise in dry bulk exports from Africa
    Writing in a personal capacity, Captain. Pappu Sastry from Arise Shipping & Logistics gives readers insights into the fast changing dry bulk scene in Africa. Africa, with more than 50 countries, is as diverse as Asia when it comes to cultures, ideologies, and colonial history. Yet many try to encapsulate Africa as one entity when ...
  • Maryland aims to more than quadruple offshore wind capacity to 8.5 GW
    The governor of Maryland announced this week a new goal to expand the state's offshore wind capacity to 8.5 GW, up more than four times from the previous plan of 2 GW. This initiative will help the Atlantic Coast state reach its objective to achieve 100% clean energy by 2035. To support this effort, the ...
  • QatarEnergy grows its offshore exploration portfolio in Canada
    QatarEnergy has entered into a farm-in agreement with ExxonMobil Canada for two exploration licences offshore the province of Newfoundland and Labrador in Canada. Pursuant to the agreement, QatarEnergy holds a 28% working interest in licence EL 1167, where the Gale exploration well and associated activities are planned. ExxonMobil Canada (operator) holds 50%, while Cenovus Energy ...

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Lloyd's List web site
MARCH 31, 2023
  • Russia pushes back at IMO over ship-to-ship transfer crackdown
    Flag states have been encouraged to guarantee that tankers flying their flag carry out transfers in areas authorised by port...
  • Key Turkish port to receive first containership since earthquake
    The major containership port in Türkiye will start receiving larger containerships in May following the completion of repair works
  • Oaktree abandons Torm share sale after stock tumbles
    US private equity player Oaktree Capital Management sought to offload up to 5m Torm shares from indirectly owned OCM Njord...
  • Dark fleet: Out of mind, but not out of sight
    Hundreds of substandard, unclassed, uninsured vessels are routinely hauling Russian oil internationally while avoiding any serious oversight, so why are...
  • EU decision to recognise Filipino certificates gets backing of owners
    Filipino seafarers play a key role in European shipping, said head of European shipowners' organisation
  • Majority of tankers shipping Russian oil comply with price cap
    Callings in March showed Greek shipowners regaining market share to account for 42% of tonnage loading Russian oil
  • Wärtsilä pioneers boxship engine power reduction solution
    Retrofit solution is particularly suitable for large, mid-life containerships
  • IMO welcomes UN clarity on judicial sale of vessels
    'It is only by finding answers to these challenges that ships will obtain best prices,' says Comité Maritime president
  • Inflation increases cargo theft risk
    The total number of cargo theft incidents has declined. But rising energy costs have seen fuel thefts increase, alongside a...
  • China Merchants rules out Hutchison Ports stake bid
    The assets put up for sale do not appear to be a good fit for China Merchants Port, deputy general...
  • 'Now not the right time for IPO,' says Stolt Tankers chief
    'We will wait for the right moment to go,' Lucas Vos tells Lloyd's List
  • Box ports clear congestion as demand falls
    Easing of supply chain crunch has given ports more breathing space. Terminal and capacity expansion plans still set to go...
  • The Ukraine effect: Black Sea trade one year on
    Chapter 5: Quite apart from the extraordinary creation of the grain corridor, Russia's invasion of Ukraine has had a profound...
  • Cosco Shipping reports record full-year net profit
    Near term challenges include intensifying competition in the sector, increasing capacity supply and rising cost pressures, says company
  • Some crew taken from hijacked tanker, says owner
    Vessel owners says pirates kidnapped some of the crew when they abandoned the tanker off Sao Tomé & Principe
  • Grain traders will stop handling Russian exports from July
    Viterra is also looking to transfer its business and assets in Russia to new owners and will update on progress...
  • Daily Briefing
    Princess Empress clean-up costs likely to hit IOPC Funds threshold | The Ukraine effect podcast: Shipping's shifting macro risk |...
  • Pavilion Energy completes LNG bunker operation with Sembcorp Marine
    Operation delivers 34 cu m of liquefied natural gas via trucks to a Sembcorp Marine vessel running on LNG
  • Gulf of Mexico oil and gas lease sale generates $264m
    Lease sale in Gulf of Mexico's federal waters generates $264m in high bids
  • MSC rebrands Bolloré Africa Logistics arm as AGL
    AGL, which has more than 21,000 employees in 49 countries, will continue to operate as an independent entity

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The Journal of Commerce web site
MARCH 31, 2023
  • APM plans to double container capacity at Rotterdam terminal
    APM said the new section of the terminal will operate with net-zero emissions and be fully automated and prepared for shore power installation.
  • Asia-USWC schedule reliability fell in February, bucking global trend
    eliability on the world's busiest trade lane, the trans-Pacific, remains well below the global average, with recent performance to the West Coast showing ongoing deterioration.
  • Cargo owners push for greater FMC regulation over rail storage fees
    NSAC says it supports reasonable detention and demurrage practices, but wants to correct "abuse" of the system by regulating that rail operators directly invoice ocean carriers for storage, not importers.
  • Cosco reports $19 billion profit for 2022, but outlook darkens
    A series of challenges lies ahead for the container shipping industry, but the effects of slowing demand and a surplus of capacity will be softened by a record financial performance in 2022.
  • Forwarders raked in record revenues in 2022 despite H2 demand collapse
    Historic highs in global freight volumes and rates in the first half of last year helped insulate third-party logistics providers (3PLs) from a market collapse in the second half.
  • Regulatory disconnect impeding progress on shipping decarbonization
    The pressure on regulators to put a price on carbon emissions is growing as carriers ramp up investments in zero-carbon ships, which make their brands appealing to environmentally conscious shippers but expose them to lower-cost competition.

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TradeWinds web site
MARCH 31, 2023
  • Star Bulk Carriers rakes in $65m from sale of capesize duo
    Pair of 12-year-old bulkers said to be going to Danish operator Norden
  • Cosco container arm books record profit and backs China for 'stable' world order
    Company logs record profit of $19.2bn but warns of risks of western policies
  • 'Extremely proud' Himalaya Shipping lists in New York as investors seize the supply story
    Initial public offering of shares in New York is three times oversubscribed thanks to compelling outlook for newcastlemax bulker market
  • Judge throws out $87m Yieldstreet claim in fight over Lakhani ship recycling finance
    US court dismissed fraud lawsuit by crowdfunder Yieldstreet against Four Wood Capital in a disastrous venture into ship-recycling finance
  • EU and Manila bury the hatchet over seafarer education standards
    Amid global seafarer shortage, shipowners have one thing less to worry about
  • Robert Uggla says box outlook 'bleak' after record profit for AP Moller Holding
    CEO of the company that controls AP Moller-Maersk and Maersk Tankers has a sombre warning for the container sector
  • Norwegian Hull Club to return $13.6m to members
    Move comes after another strong underwriting year
  • Clarksons values Stolt Tankers at $2.5bn as final IPO hurdles removed
    Analysts believe demand should be substantial demand for eagerly awaited spin-off later this year
  • Editor's Selection: Dacy urges caution, Li Li confesses to graft and Union Maritime swoops
    A look back at some of the stories that hit the headlines this week
  • MSC throws down gauntlet with 'integrated logistics' move in Africa
    Two largest liner operators step up their competition on the continent
  • Iino Lines to install Norsepower rotor sails on new VLGC
    Japanese owner opts for bespoke design to cut fuel use
  • Rise of the shadow fleet set to stall despite Russian production highs
    Russian oil output hits highest levels since start of the war in Ukraine, says data analyst
  • UK investor Mirabella builds stake in Awilco LNG to 20%
    Fund has steadily increased holding in Norwegian shipowner from 10% in 2020
  • CLdN offloads vintage ro-ro to Greece's Attica Group for €13.4m
    For the first time, Greece's biggest ferry operator buys a ship carrying cargo rather than passengers
  • Shipping giant Mitsui OSK Lines unveils ambitious business plan to 2035
    Non-shipping and stable income sources will grow as company chases sustainability goals
  • Altera plots CO2 shuttle tanker newbuilds after winning storage deal off Norway
    Shipowner teams up with Wintershall to collect and transport gas from all over Europe
  • 'Strong market': ADS declares option for 20% stake in Formosa VLCC
    Norwegian investment company first bought into the 2011-built tanker last year
  • Japan Club membership shrinks after supplementary calls
    Mutual insurer's figures show its entered fleet has been in decline since 2020
  • Hafnia's Skov flips options to bring share sales to $16m in a month
    Tanker company CEO has been cashing in on strong stock performance
  • Why the spike in global volatility is fuelling fires for shipping markets
    Volatility and shipping go hand in hand but the current uncoupling of global trade is rocking the boat
  • Troim's Himalaya Shipping prices New York IPO to raise $40.5m
    Newcastlemax owner to use cash to fund newbuildings and maintain liquidity
  • Three seafarers reported kidnapped as Monjasa tanker found by French navy
    Vessel located six days after it was boarded off the Republic of Congo
  • Union Maritime orders up to eight chemical tanker newbuildings at Fujian Mawei
    The methanol-ready newbuildings deal involved four firm ships costing more than $30m each
  • Anglo-Eastern denies 'fake news' in Indian death claims
    Hong Kong-based Anglo-Eastern denies reports that executives in India have been arrested over deaths of seafarers
  • 'You owe us': Stolt-Nielsen tell clients to pay up or there will be no new ships
    Norwegian group's CEO explains to shippers exactly why rates need to rise even further
  • Oaktree drops Torm share sale plan after stock slumps
    Private equity giant said current market conditions were not conducive to the sale of up to 5m shares

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American Shipper web site
MARCH 31, 2023
  • Ship fuel cost way down from war peak, but 'green' fallout looms
    Surging costs after Russia's invasion of Ukraine could be a taste of things to come as shipping transitions to more expensive "green" fuels.
  • Amerijet offshores accounting functions to Trinidad and Tobago
    Freighter operator Amerijet is moving back-office functions from Miami to Trinidad and Tobago.
  • Lufthansa promotes marketing chief to lead cargo division
    Lufthansa promoted its top marketing executive to head the cargo subsidiary one week after moving the CEO to another group airline.

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The liner shipping industry contributes substantially to the U.S. economy.
Washington
This is highlighted by an analysis carried out by S&P Global Market Intelligence on behalf of WSC and PMSA
Toll worsens from explosion in Iranian port of Shahid Rajaee
Tehran
It caused 46 deaths and injured over 1,200 people
Tender for concession of container terminal at Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk to be announced by mid-year
Kiev
The management will include the general cargo terminal
CEVA Logistics (CMA CGM group) will buy the Turkish Borusan Lojistik
Istanbul/Marseille
Wärtsilä's first quarter is positive
Helsinki
New orders value growth slows
ESPO: The EU Parliament's Budget Committee's request for more funding for transport, energy and infrastructure is welcome
Brussels
The importance of financing TEN-T networks to enable their adaptation for both military and civilian dual-use purposes was highlighted
Solidarity contribution for the families of port workers who are victims of accidents at work
Rome
It was established by the National Bilateral Port Authority
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore Division Reports Record Quarterly Revenue
Neuilly-sur-Seine
New historical peak also for the classified fleet
PSA reportedly considering selling its 20% stake in Hutchison Ports
Singapore
This is according to "Reuters", which had already floated this hypothesis at the end of 2022
Federagenti, Italy must give a sharp acceleration to the projects of ZES, free zones and Special Logistics Zones
Rome
Pessina: There is no space for reflections prey to bureaucracy
In the first quarter of this year, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -5.8%.
Rotterdam
Both disembarkation (-3.1%) and embarkation (-11.9%) loads are decreasing
Increase in container cargo is not enough for the port of Antwerp-Bruges to avoid a -4.0% decline in quarterly traffic
Antwerp
The decline in liquid bulk cargoes worsened (-19.1%)
The China Shipowners' Association considers the measures taken by the US against Chinese ships a typical example of unilateralism and protectionism
Beijing/Washington
The WSC reiterates that such measures could undermine American trade, harm U.S. manufacturers, and undermine efforts to strengthen the nation's maritime industry.
COSCO Expresses Strong Opposition to US Planned Taxes on Chinese Ships
Growing share of new entrants in European rail transport sector
Madrid
In 2023, rail freight transport performance decreased by -8%
New Chinese Ship Taxes That Will Only Raise Prices for Americans
Washington
The executive vice president of the US Chamber of Commerce denounced it
Tax amounts set for China-linked vessels arriving at US ports
Washington
Calculated on the basis of net capacity or container volume, they will be applied from October and will be progressively increased
International tender launched to award concession for new Casablanca port shipyard
Casablanca
It is the largest in Africa and has been unused since 2019
Federlogistica, the industry must stop approaching logistics only in terms of costs
Genoa
Falteri: a national control room composed of representatives of the logistics sector and industrial groups is necessary
ABB closes positive first quarter even if revenue growth is lower than expected
Zurich
Wierod: Our consolidated local-for-local approach protects us from the trade war
New global minimum wage deal for seafarers
Geneva
The level will rise to $690 from January 1, 2026 to reach $704 from 2027 and $715 from 2028.
Global trade in goods could fall by -1.5% this year
Geneva
WTO predicts. Okonjo-Iweala: Persistent uncertainty threatens to slow global growth, with serious negative consequences for the world
In 2023, around two-thirds of all goods moved in the EU were transported by sea.
Luxembourg
In the period 2013-2023, only the share of road transport increased, while that of other modes decreased.
Postal shipments of goods from Hong Kong to the US suspended
Hong Kong
Hongkong Post faces exorbitant and unreasonable tariffs due to unjustified and intimidating actions of the United States
Confitarma highlights the need for the decarbonisation strategy not to penalise shipping compared to other modes
Rome
Zanetti: also ensure that the implementation process takes into account the operational needs of the industry
Intercargo and Intertanko raise concerns over shipping decarbonisation deal
London
The complexity of the measure adopted by the IMO and the unusual procedure from which non-governmental organizations were excluded were highlighted
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
London
Sharp increase in incidents in the Singapore Straits
Interferry welcomes IMO agreement on decarbonisation of shipping, but finds strategy too complex
Victoria/Piraeus
Greek Shipowners' Association disappointed by failure to recognise essential role of transition fuels such as LNG
International Labour Organization Recognizes Seafarers as Key Workers
London
ITF and ICS: a historic moment
CMA CGM to acquire 35% of Egypt's October Dry Port
Cairo
The company operates a dry port in the industrial and logistics zone near Cairo
MSC Group's TiL to Take Full Control of Hutchison Ports Terminals
New York
Bloomberg reports this, specifying that the Panamanian terminals would be jointly managed with BlackRock
Draft regulation on decarbonisation of shipping approved by MEPC includes mandatory fuel standard and pricing of greenhouse gas emissions
London/Washington/Brussels
The establishment of a Fund to collect resources deriving from the pricing of emissions is foreseen
Task force of five associations for the relaunch of Italian rail cargo
Rome
Initiative by Agens, Assoferr, Assologistica, Fercargo and Fermerci
MIT indicates Matteo Paroli as new president of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Rome/La Spezia
The La Spezia port community also requests a name for the Eastern Liguria Port Authority
Le Aziende informano
Il retrofit ibrido-elettrico di ABB guida i traghetti dei laghi italiani verso un futuro più sostenibile
Confitarma underlines the importance of the shipping decarbonisation strategy being defined at IMO
Rome
The Italian Confederation specifies that it shares some of the USA's concerns
WSC Reiterates Trump's Measures for National Maritime Industry Are Bad for U.S. Economy
Washington
Kramek: Ready to support the administration with constructive proposals
Fincantieri and Accenture establish joint venture Fincantieri Ingenium
Trieste/Milan
The aim is to drive the digital transformation of the ship product and port logistics
Meyer Werft has delivered the new luxury cruise ship Asuka III to NYK Cruises
Papenburg/Emden
It has a capacity of 744 passengers and 470 crew members
As Trump formalizes measures to revitalize America's maritime industry, the nation's ports face a dramatic decline in traffic
Washington/Geneva
Okonjo-Iweala (WTO): With the escalation of trade tensions between the US and China, the exchange of goods between the two economies could decrease up to 80%
CK Hutchison denies allegations of breach of concession contract for Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa
Panama
Panama Ports Company emphasizes that it has complied with all legal obligations and contractual commitments
US Does Not Participate in IMO Negotiations on Shipping Decarbonization, Threatens Reciprocal Measures
London
Expressed opposition to any attempt to impose economic measures on ships based on greenhouse gas emissions or fuel choice
T&E urges MEPC to agree clear and ambitious measures to decarbonise shipping
Brussels
It is necessary - the association underlines - to set binding objectives
Meyer Yachts will build an ultra-luxury residential mega yacht for Ulyssia Residences
Miami
The ship will be 320 meters long and will be built at the Papenburg shipyard
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Helsinki/Naples
Order at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Weihai)
Viking orders two cruise ships from Fincantieri with option for two additional units
Los Angeles/Trieste
The two ships under construction in Ancona for the American brand will be the first in the world to be powered by hydrogen stored on board
Antonio Ranieri is the new maritime director of Liguria
Genoa
He takes over from Admiral Piero Pellizzari who was discharged from the service upon reaching the age limit
In the first quarter of 2025, China's CIMC recorded a 12.7% increase in container sales
Hong Kong
Revenues grew by +11.0%
Last year, the revenues of the Chinese group CMPort increased by +3.1%
Hong Kong
In the first three months of 2025, port terminals handled 36.4 million containers (+5.6%)
The financial statements of the AdSP of Western Liguria and the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea have been approved
Genoa/Civitavecchia
Konecranes revenues increased by +7.7% in the first three months of 2025
Helsinki
343 million euros of new orders for port vehicles (+37.5%)
Kuehne+Nagel posts first quarter of growth
Schindellegi
The logistics group's net sales amounted to 6.33 billion Swiss francs (+14.9%)
Application by TDT (Grimaldi group) for the construction and management of 50% of the Terminal Darsena Europa in Livorno
Leghorn
The company has requested an extension of the duration of the current concession
In 2024, 58 million invested in the modernization of the ports of Livorno, Piombino and the island of Elba
Leghorn
The final budget and the annual report of the AdSP have been approved
EIB advice to strengthen climate resilience of the ports of Volos, Alexandroupolis and Patras
Luxembourg
It will assist port authorities in identifying and managing climate risks
In the first quarter the port of Valencia handled 1.3 million containers (+3.4%)
Valencia
Transhipment traffic decline
The Management Committee of the Central Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has unanimously approved the 2024 financial statement
Naples
SOS LOGistica will acquire the qualification of Third Sector Entity
Milan
The association currently has 74 members
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Barcelona and Algeciras decreased
Barcelona/Algeciras
Hupac transfers intermodal service with Padua to Novara
Noise
Until now the other terminal was the one in Busto Arsizio
PSA SECH has operated the first 400-meter train at Parco Ferroviario Rugna
Genoa
Capacity up to 20 pairs of trains per day
The 2024 financial statement of the Eastern Liguria Port Authority was unanimously approved
The Spice
The war clearance preparatory to the expansion of the Ravano Terminal in La Spezia is nearing completion
The Spice
The AdSP has invested over 600 thousand euros in it
Francesco Rizzo appointed president of the AdSP of the Strait
Rome
He has repeatedly denounced the uselessness of the construction of the bridge over the Strait
US aircraft attack Yemeni port of Ras Isa
Tampa/Beirut
38 dead and over a hundred injured
In 2025 Stazioni Marittime predicts an increase in ferry and cruise traffic in the port of Genoa
MIT Mobility Report Highlights Rising Demand for Both Passengers and Freight
Rome
In the first quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports decreased by -5.6%
St. Petersburg
Both dry goods (-5.3%) and liquid bulk (-5.8%) are decreasing
Andrea Giachero confirmed as president of Spediporto
Genoa
The board of directors of the association of Genoese freight forwarders has also been renewed for the three-year period 2025-2028
Study for monitoring vehicular traffic in the ports of Venice and Chioggia
Milan
Order awarded to Circle and Arelogik
In Italy, the rail freight transport sector is in deep trouble
Geneva
Fermerci calls for making traffic incentives structural and increasing and for refinancing the incentive for the purchase of locomotives and wagons
Global Maritime Forum report on optimising ship calls to reduce emissions
Copenhagen
Virtual arrival and just-in-time arrival approaches proposed
In the first quarter of this year, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +15.5%
Joy Taurus
Construction of the "Dockworker’s House" has begun
GNV has taken delivery of the second of four new ro-pax vessels in China
Genoa
"GNV Orion" will be able to accommodate 1,700 passengers and transport up to 3,080 linear metres of cargo
After ten quarters of decline, container traffic in the port of Hong Kong returns to growth
Hong Kong
In the first three months of this year 3.39 million TEUs were handled (+2.1%)
Fincantieri acquires stake in WSense
Rome
The ninth FREMM unit "Spartaco Schergat" delivered to the Italian Navy
The new edition of the Practical Manual of Maritime Traffic has been presented
Genoa
Written by Assagenti, it turns fifty
Container traffic at the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles increased by 26.6% and 5.2% in the first quarter
Long Beach/Los Angeles
Trump's tariffs impact imminent
In the first three months of 2025, the port of Singapore handled 10.5 million containers (+5.8%)
Singapore
In weight, containerized traffic recorded a decrease of -1.4%
Regulations signed for LNG bunkering at Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa
Genoa
Define the methods of transferring fuel from ship to ship
Historic shipbuilding brands Uljanik and 3.Maj on the verge of extinction
Zagreb
The State confirms its intention to sell the shipbuilding activities at the two sites of Pula and Rijeka
Cambiaso Risso has completed the acquisition of the French Somecassur
Genoa
The transalpine company specializes in the insurance of super and mega yachts
New weekly train service between the port of Gioia Tauro and Verona
Joy Taurus/Verona
Operated by Medlog for the transport of refrigerated goods
EBRD looking for strategic partner for development of Moldovan river port of Giurgiulesti
London
International competition launched
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Turkish ports set new first-quarter cargo traffic record
Ankara
Historic peak of cargo imported from abroad
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +37.6%
Taranto
Increase of 854 thousand tons of solid bulk and 265 thousand tons of conventional goods
DEME buys Havfram, a company that installs offshore wind farms
Second Right/Washington
Transaction worth approximately 900 million euros
Rail transport of convoys for Rome Metro started from Reggio Calabria
Rome
Contract awarded by Hitachi Rail to Mercitalia Rail
In 2024, the volumes handled by Magli Intermodal Service decreased by -2%
Rezzato
Turnover stable
Yang Ming records first decline in turnover in March after 14 months of growth
Keelung/Taipei
Evergreen and WHL revenue growth continues
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of Germany's Schenker by Denmark's DSV
Brussels
The impact on competition in the markets in which the two companies operate is considered limited
Fincantieri - Kayo Agreement to Promote the Development of the Shipbuilding and Naval Industry in Albania
Trieste
Possible creation of a hub for shipbuilding and refitting in the region
Recent slight reduction in logistics costs for new factory vehicles
Brussels
Montaresi (AdSP Liguria Orientale) awarded with the "Port Oscar"
Miami
The event has reached its eighteenth edition
In the first three months of 2025, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +9.3%
Hong Kong
Revenues up +16.8%
The AdSP of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas wins in appeal against Zen Yacht
Joy Taurus
Company ordered to pay back rent
A large shipment of cocaine was seized in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
Two tons of drugs identified by Customs and Financial Police personnel
Navantia renews agreement with American cruise group Royal Caribbean
Miami
To date, the Cadiz shipyard has carried out maintenance, repair and refurbishment work on 45 of the group's ships.
Record cruise traffic expected in Italian ports this year
Miami
Cemar believes that growth will not stop even in 2026
HII-HHI Agreement to Accelerate US and South Korean Naval Production
National Harbor
The aim is to strengthen the naval industrial base of the two nations.
Panama Ports Company Accused of Violating Terms of Concession Agreement
Panama
Panama's Auditor General announced the filing of criminal charges
Colombo West International Terminal has become operational
Ahmedabad
It has a traffic capacity of 3.2 million TEUs
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
The new multifunctional border control structure PCF - PED/PDI Point completed in the port of Gioia Tauro
Joy Taurus
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
MSC Group's new cruise terminal inaugurated in Miami
Miami
It can accommodate three large ships at the same time
In February, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +2.1%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo increases, miscellaneous cargo declines
In 2024, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane recorded a net loss of -208 million euros
Rome
Revenues up by +11.7%. The group's freight transported increased thanks to the acquisition of Exploris
Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
Conference to celebrate the centenary of the company
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
VARD to build offshore dive vessel for Dong Fang Offshore
Alesund/Trieste
The contract is worth 113.5 million euros
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 conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
It will take place at the headquarters of the Port Authority of Genoa
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
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
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
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
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
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