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The Loadstar web site
APRIL 6, 2023
  • Positive ocean freight sentiment keeps the charter market bullish
  • FedEx unveils plan to consolidate Express and Ground parcel networks
  • DHL poaches Kuehne talent to form 'a perfect piece of architecture'
  • Data shows a sense that air cargo may be 'returning to normality'
  • RusCon and partners launch St Petersburg link to Turkey
  • LNG impact on decarbonising shipping 'negligible', claims green group
  • New roles for Dominique von Orelli and ex-K&N Casper Ellerbaek at DHL

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Marine Log web site
APRIL 6, 2023
  • First U.S.-built SOV marks construction milestone
    The first American-built offshore wind service operations vessel (SOV), the 262-foot ECO Edison has reached its 50% construction milestone at the Edison Chouest LaShip yard in Houma, La., and senior officials from
  • New MSIB gives maritime a wake up call on harassment policies
    The "Midshipman X" case continues to have consequences and a new USCG Marine Safety Information Bulletin on "Reporting Sexual Misconduct on U.S. Vessels" is getting very serious attention from U.S.-flag operators. Superceding

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Container News web site
APRIL 6, 2023
  • Adani Ports completes US$181 million takeover of Karaikal Port
    Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ), an India-based transport utility, has completed the acquisition of Karaikal Port Private Limited (KPPL) pursuant to National Company Law Tribunal's (NCLT) approval. The cost for the acquisition of the port was approximately US$181 million. Earlier, APSEZ was declared as the successful resolution applicant under the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Pro
  • Adani Ports records annual container growth
    Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) reported a 5% increase in its container volumes from April 2022 until March 2023 with 8.6 million TEUs moved through its box terminals. Port of Mundra continues to be the largest and busiest container port in India, handling 6.6 million TEUS in the mentioned period. "The engagement with container lines and the resolve to deliver on commitments has
  • Game-changer for Indian box trade: HMM opens long-haul access for Kolkata shippers relying on transshipment
    In a game-changing move for Indian containerised trade, South Korean carrier HMM has begun connecting freight out of India's east coast Kolkata Port - generally tethered to the transshipment mode over Sri Lanka's Colombo Port or Singapore -- on its regular calls at Kattupalli Port in southern India. HMM has two weekly long-haul connections out of Kattupalli: FIL (Far East-India-Latin America) and
  • OOCL's revenue more than halved in 2023 first quarter
    Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) announced that its total revenues dropped by 57.8% to approximately US$2.2 billion in the first quarter of 2023, compared to the same period in the previous year. Additionally, the COSCO-owned container line reported that its total liftings fell slightly by 3.2% to around 1.7 million TEUs, while the company's loadable capacity rose by 0.7%. The total load fac
  • ShibataFender Team supplies cone fender systems for expansion in Texas Freeport
    Undergoing expansion works are taking place at Freeport in Texas, US that will allow the port to handle larger vessels. In this phase of the project, berth seven of the Velasco Terminal is being refurbished to make it the deepest container terminal in the Gulf of Texas and a new berth is being built, number eight, to gain additional terminal length to accommodate vessels from Panamax to Post-Pana
  • Port Houston sees significant drop in imports
    The Houston Ship Channel expansion and deepening program, Project 11, continues, at the same time that the overall tonnage is up 7% year-to-date collectively for public terminals. However, the executive director of the port Roger Guenther noted there is now a "considerable softening of demand, especially in the import of container". Tempering expectations concerning container imports, Guenther ex
  • New Kalmar equipment enhances Napier Port operations
    Napier Port received new container handling equipment from Kalmar last month with two Eco Reach Stackers and two Empty Container Handlers enhancing its cargo handling capabilities. New Zealand's port noted these machines have a natural, long-term life cycle, so it is critical the right environmental and investment decisions are made as the port works towards its goal of net zero emissions by 2050
  • Sea-Intelligence reports US$15 billion drop in box lines 2022 last quarter earnings
    Even though the shipping lines recorded 2022-FY Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT) of US$138 billion, minus CMA CGM, PIL, and MSC, there were visible indications of a weakening market, according to Sea-Intelligence. This was confirmed by the 2022-Q4 financial and volume data published by the ocean carriers. Source: Sea-Intelligence.com, Sunday Spotlight, issue 608. "While all of the shipping

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Splash web site
APRIL 6, 2023
  • Just how much did MSC's container business make last year?
    It's one of shipping's most closely held secrets, up there with Greeks and the dark fleet, the true meaning of EEDI, defining an eco-ship, the hourly wage of a Burmese deckhand, and the full extent of the web of shipping interests of the Ofer family. Just how much is Switzerland's richest man worth? News that ...
  • Maritime NXT: Pairing passion with purpose
    A well-known name in Singapore shipping circles has today launched his own consultancy. Punit Oza, whose career has included stints at Precious Shipping, Torvald Klaveness, and most recently Wiz Bulk, has established Maritime NXT. When questioned why, Oza tells Maritime CEO: "The simple answer is to give back to this amazing industry, pair my passion ...
  • CBO scores Petrobras contracts for PSV trio
    Brazilian offshore vessel owner and services provider CBO has secured new contracts with Petrobras for three large platform supply vessels. The contracts, with an undisclosed value, are for four years each and set to commence in August this year. The 2016-built 4,700 dwt units of Ulstein design, CBO Oceana, CBO Itajaí and CBO Aliança, will ...
  • Vahana liftboat makes history with first Abate-ready notation
    Dubai-based Vahana Marine Solutions DMCC has seen its 2018-built become the first liftboat to receive DNV's Abate-ready notation. The Abate notation has been designed by the Norwegian class society to assist offshore owners and operators, which are not covered by the IMO rules, identify and implement measures that could lead to reductions in greenhouse gas ...
  • Say No To LNG shipping campaign launches
    Say No To LNG, a global shipping campaign, has launched this month, with its backers saying they aim to debunk the "myth" that LNG is a climate friendly marine fuel alternative. LNG remains the number one alternative fuel chosen by owners when ordering newbuilds, with the number of LNG-fuelled ships soaring in recent years. Detractors ...
  • Lidl and Kaufland sign up for offshore wind power
    Lidl and Kaufland have signed a power purchase agreement with RWE to procure electricity from the Kaskasi offshore wind farm in the German North Sea. Under a 10-year deal, retail divisions of the Schwarz Group will offtake roughly 250 GWh of renewable energy per year starting in 2028. The 342 MW Kaskasi is located 35 ...
  • Japanese set out to develop engines for tomorrow's alternative fuel mix
    Japan Engine Corporation (J-ENG) has set out to work with compatriot Akasaka Diesels to develop hydrogen and ammonia ship engines. The pair have received funding from the Green Innovation Fund project by Tokyo-based New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO). Japanese shipping lines and shipbuilders are among the world leaders in the development of ...
  • FLNG sector EPC spend forecast at $35bn by 2027
    The floating liquefied natural gas sector is poised for $35bn in engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract awards through to the end of 2027. In view of FLNG investments last year and planned investments expected between 2023 and 2027, energy market research and consultancy firm Westwood estimated 18.3 mtpa of additional FLNG capacity to come ...
  • Europol details how criminal networks have infiltrated leading European ports
    Europol, the law enforcement agency of the European Union, has launched a joint analysis report with the Security Steering Committee of the ports of Antwerp, Hamburg, Bremerhaven and Rotterdam that looks into the risk and challenges for law enforcement posed by criminal networks in EU ports. Criminal networks are increasingly working toward the infiltration of ...
  • China launches ship inspection campaign in the Taiwan Strait
    Commercial maritime traffic along one of the world's busiest shipping lanes face a tense few days ahead. China's Fujian maritime safety administration has launched a three-day special joint patrol and inspection operation in the central and northern parts of the Taiwan Strait that includes moves to board ships. The operation runs from Wednesday through Friday ...
  • Cuba's Mariel Container Terminal completes expansion to allow access for neopanamax vessels
    The Mariel Container Terminal (TCM) - the main container terminal in Cuba, with a yearly container throughput of approximately 300,000 teu and capacity of 800,000 teu - has completed the dredging of its access channel to accommodate neopanamax vessels. With the new channel dimensions, the terminal can receive vessels of up to 366 metres long, ...

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Lloyd's List web site
APRIL 6, 2023
  • 'We're not part of dark fleet', says Russia's Sovcomflot
    Sovcomflot wants to dispel any impression that its ships, managed from its subsidiary in Dubai, are engaged in subterfuge and...
  • Modern product tankers sold for prices not seen since 'heydays before the financial crisis'
    Tanker market sales dominated by product carriers, while high rates are also tempting owners to fix ships on longer-term durations...
  • Dark fleet's biggest shipowner Gatik Ship Management loses Western insurance cover
    Removal of Gatik's fleet of elderly tankers suggests cargoes are no longer compliant with G7 oil price cap
  • Swedish Club spells out owner responsibilities under Russia price cap attestation mechanism
    War risk, P&I and freight, demurrage and defence policies only on offer to those who stick to the rules
  • Australia's key bulk commodity exports to hold steady on balance
    Revenues from mineral exports, such as those used in the energy transition, will be similar to earnings from coal exports...
  • Terminal automation: It's not for everyone
    Container terminal automation can bring efficiency and higher capacity. But the overall financial benefits are marginal even in the best-case...
  • North Korea accelerated vessel purchases in 2022, UN report finds
    'The same networks of individuals and entities, employing shell companies, are involved in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea sanctions...
  • Maritime tech must keep seafarer skills at its heart, says OTG chief
    Ocean Technologies Group chief executive Thomas Zanzinger comes to shipping from the software sector. Oakley Capital appointed someone who could...
  • Shipping should brace for a compliance crackdown this year
    Last year was about installing an unparalleled network of sanctions restricting trade. 2023 is going to be defined by increasingly...
  • Seadrill completes all-stock acquisition of Aquadrill
    Acquisition will allow Seadrill to serve a broader range of customers, company says
  • SIPG sees record profit for 2022 despite slow container growth
    The state-owned port group reported a 17.3% year-on-year profit growth. This is backed by a fast-growing port logistics business
  • Multiplicity of policy wordings complicates loss of hire payouts, average adjusters told
    Rui Hao of Richards Hogg Lindley highlights key problems to Association of Average Adjusters and the International Underwriting Association
  • Shipyards mark-up newbuilds as market regains steam
    Yards have become more confident as orders numbers creep up. These include six methanol dual-fuel 16,000 teu ships to be...
  • Alternative fuel vessel orders slowed in March
    Liquefied natural gas dual-fuel vessels once again became the most popular alternative fuel option for newbuilding orders in the past...
  • The Shipowners' Club KYC conundrum over North Korea-linked tanker
    Case underscores risk and compliance complexities as regulatory shortcomings fail to highlight red flags to marine service providers
  • Regulators intensify focus on risky ship-to-ship transfers
    Sanctioned oil is being transferred in international waters beyond the jurisdiction of port authorities
  • MPA backs BIMCO's campaign to accelerate adoption of eBLs in dry bulk sector
    Launched last month, BIMCO's 25 by 25 campaign aims to encourage important players in the bulk sector to move 25%...
  • Global gas consumption to reach all-time high in 2023
    Global gas consumption is expected to resume growth and reach an all-time high level in 2023, according to the Gas...
  • Abu Dhabi Ports secures $2bn syndicated bank facility
    Robust demand for the credit facility reflects the banking sector's confidence in AD Ports' financial health and future prospects, company...
  • Daily Briefing
    Dark fleet links back to Chinese shell companies | Subterfuge shipping patterns revealed | CII needs an update | Costly...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
APRIL 6, 2023
  • Ocean carriers 'jumping the gun' on D&D billing changes: terminal operators
    Ocean carriers are already rushing to fall in line with pending FMC rulemaking, with a string of liners announcing in recent weeks they will cease charging detention and demurrage on containers that cannot be picked up or dropped off when a terminal is closed for business.
  • CORRECTION: NWSA terminals, ag exporters in talks to ensure efficient cargo flow
    Lower imports have prompted marine terminal operators on the US West Coast to cancel at least one work shift per week, something that has complicated cargo flow for exporters due to the resultant delays and higher transportation costs.
  • OOCL Q1 revenue plunges in early sign of freight rate collapse
    The company's revenue for the 2023 first quarter is one of the ocean shipping market's very first indications of how the plunge in rates will affect carriers' bottom lines.
  • Growing warehouse vacancies near NY-NJ not sign of weak market: analysts
    The warehouse market near the Port of New York and New Jersey is seeing some tenants leave and new space becoming available, but that's not a sign of a significant drop in demand, observers say.
  • India-US carriers line up more GRIs ahead of service contract deals
    Forwarder sources in India say they view the latest GRI attempts as nothing more than contract negotiation posturing on the part of the carriers.

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TradeWinds web site
APRIL 6, 2023
  • ONE Apus cargo loss battles nearing settlement agreement
    More than two years after container ship lost 1,800 boxes overboard, lawyers see an agreement coming together
  • Russian master in custody over 'oil smuggling' claims
    Grace Felix has been detained off Albanian port of Durres for more than six weeks after police operation
  • Navigazione Montanari buys back eight MR product tankers
    Fabio Montanari-led tanker owner exercises call options in deal with Sole Shipping
  • Europol reveals scale of new cocaine smuggling tactic at European ports
    So-called PIN code fraud was first identified in 2018 and has been growing at key EU ports
  • PDVSA probe: Arrests mount in Venezuela over 'mafia' that sought to 'embezzle the nation'
    Attorney General Tarek Saab says 34 people have been detained by probe into state oil company PDVSA
  • Container shipping industry profits set to plunge 80% in 2023, as small lines feel crunch
    Another earnings downturn towards the end of 2022 bodes ill for the sector
  • Major South Korea yards to build new capacity as demand is set to remain hot
    Shipbuilders aim to secure high-price newbuildings on the back of continued strong demand
  • Major South Korea yards to build new capacity as demand for ships set to remain hot
    Shipbuilders aim to secure high-price newbuildings on the back of continued strong demand
  • Beyond carbon: Shipping needs to update its language about greenhouse gas emissions
    Nitrous oxide is no laughing matter for climate change, and shipping needs to include methane emissions in its greenhouse gas emissions path
  • Norway's Viken product tanker sales emerge in Russian trades
    Viken Shipping is reshuffling its fleet of product carriers and two of three recently sold MR1 sister ships have turned up in Russian trades
  • Embattled Yieldstreet vows to fight on after US court dismissal of recycling case
    Financier Yieldstreet vows to keep up its legal campaign against its maritime advisors over a massive ship recycling fraud, as it faces a class action lawsuit and a US government probe
  • Leading insurers pull out of UN's Net Zero Alliance over antitrust concerns
    Munich Re and Zurich insist the move does not impact their commitment to decarbonise
  • Peter Dohle container ship detained in Greece after shipwreck 'scratches' hull
    Vessel suffers minor damage as Greece continues to show little enthusiasm in removing vessel carcasses
  • Greek share of Russian tanker trades 'to plummet' if Opec+ cuts drive oil price to $90
    Oil price rises linked to Opec+ cuts in production have put pressure on G7 oil price caps
  • World's biggest liner firms talk to yards over new surge of container newbuildings
    Enquiries continue to stack up with yard reservations for big-name clients blocking slot space for other sectors
  • Kumiai Senpaku inks tanker newbuilding trio as shipowner targets niche sectors
    The Japanese shipowner has ordered three newbuildings against charter contracts from a European company as it moves away from the dry bulk
  • Khanna's Heidmar welcomes Allseas Marine suezmax tanker to managed fleet
    Seven-year-old Greek tanker is latest recruit by pools player as it targets US listing
  • Clarksons director Heike Truol making sure employee voices are heard
    Independent board member provides a link between shipbrokers' staff and management
  • OSG tanker crew rescues 12 castaways adrift in Gulf of Mexico
    OSG's Sam Norton says tankers' crew did an excellent job of ship upholding the law of the sea during rescue
  • Shipyards sit on berths for over 40 upcoming container ship newbuildings
    Enquiries continue to stack up with yard reservations for big-name clients blocking slot space for other sectors
  • Shipyard prices creep up again amid rising costs and tight capacity
    Shipbrokers do not expect prices to fall as demand is starting to build up

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American Shipper web site
APRIL 6, 2023
  • FedEx says air network restructuring to save $700M annually
    FedEx said it aims to slash $700 million per year in costs through a massive overhaul of its air network, part of a larger corporate profitability initiative.
  • Maritime History Notes: Daniel K. Ludwig - father of the supertanker
    American shipping magnate believed in efficiency and economies of scale in operating the world's largest ships.

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FROM THE HOME PAGE
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
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
Task force of five associations for the relaunch of Italian rail cargo
Rome
Initiative by Agens, Assoferr, Assologistica, Fercargo and Fermerci
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
Le Aziende informano
Il retrofit ibrido-elettrico di ABB guida i traghetti dei laghi italiani verso un futuro più sostenibile
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
Federlogistica, the possible collapse of road transport is a risk for the country
Genoa/Modena
Ruote Libere reports that the government only needs to allocate a little money to avoid having to deal with the real problems of road hauliers
Second edition of the European Maritime Transport Environmental Report published
Lisbon/Copenhagen
The new report indicates that promising progress has been made in several areas
WSC, MEPC must provide clear measures to decarbonise shipping this week
Washington
Wood-Thomas: It is not possible that these decisions can be postponed to guidelines developed in two years
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
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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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