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Exim India web site
AUGUST 7, 2023
  • Gati's Express business profitability bounces back sequentially; volumes up in Q1
  • Track linking on EDFC's last leg completed; a new era in freight movement on the anvil
  • GTI joins exclusive 200 PMPH club
  • DGTR imposes anti-dumping duty on optical fibres from China, Korea, Indonesia
  • Agri exports dip
  • IWAI mulls transporting Meghalaya cargo via National Waterways
  • A.P. Moller - Maersk's Q2 financial results ahead of expectations
  • New office bearers of Ahmedabad Steamer Agents Association elected
  • Clear ramp-up in Transpacific blank sailings
  • Multitudinous genre of ADRs
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (4 August 2023)
  • Curbs on import of laptops, computers aimed at boosting local manufacturing
  • Attack on Danube drives grain prices north
  • Edible oil imports increase in July
  • Adani likely to expand Sanghipuram port capacity following deal

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International Transport Journal web site
AUGUST 7, 2023

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The Loadstar web site
AUGUST 4, 2023
  • Sinking rates and new capacity create crashing waves in box line financials
  • 'Robust Q2', says Maersk, but battens down the hatches for second half
  • Mærsk: from black to red (soon) - once a carrier, always a carrier
  • Air rates merry-go-round looking intense - 'how low will it go?'
  • Further contraction expected in global freight forwarding
  • US trucking still in low gear, as volume and rate decline continues

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Marine Log web site
AUGUST 4, 2023
  • Höegh Autoliners books 5-year U.S. auto export order
    Although this may come as a surprise to Americans accustomed to seeing supermarket parking lots stuffed with things like Toyotas, some U.S.-built autos are hot exports items and Höegh Autoliners ASA reports
  • Golden Energy Offshore will buy Vroon OSV quintet for $94 million
    Ålesund, Norway, headquartered Golden Energy Offshore Services AS (GEOS) reports that it has entered into a binding Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) to acquire four PSVs and one SSV (safety standby vessel) from
  • VIDEO: Ukrainian drone inflicts heavy damage on Russian warship
    Video imagery appearing across multiple channels shows that the Russian Ropucha class landing craft Olenegorsky Gornyak has sustained substantial damage following an attack by a Ukrainian drone. One of the most dramatic
  • USMMA Advisory Council set for first public meeting
    MARAD has announced that the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Advisory Council will conduct its first public meeting on Monday, August 7 at the USMMA campus in Kings Point N.Y. MARAD announced the
  • Coast Guard cracks down on illegal charter boat activity
    It's that time of year again and, as well as dealing with multiple cases of recreational boaters getting into dangerous situations, the Coast Guard is stepping up its efforts to crack down

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Container News web site
AUGUST 4, 2023
  • Carriers attempt PSS for India-US cargo after modest GRI success
    Container lines appear to have regained some bargaining power to lift freight rates on the India-US trade lane after managing partial recovery from recent general rate increase (GRI) attempts. Mediterranean Shipping Co. (MSC) and CMA CGM have lined up a new round of peak season surcharges (PSS) for India-US shipments. MSC will apply a PSS of US$500 per container for all cargo from India to the US
  • CJ Logistics signs up ONE as strategic partner
    CJ Logistics, South Korea's largest third-party logistics provider, signed a collaboration agreement with Ocean Network Express (ONE) on 3 August, a month after sealing similar pacts with other carriers such as Evergreen Marine Corporation and SM Line. The liner operators hope to increase cargo volumes through CJ Logistics' network, while the latter aims to secure competitive freight rates. CJ Lo
  • Maersk sees lower financial figures in second quarter
    A.P. Moller - Maersk reports a second quarter of 2023 ahead of expectations with revenue standing at US$13 billion, compared to US$21.7 billion in the same quarter last year. Ocean revenue decreased to US$8.7 billion, driven by a decrease in freight rates and loaded volumes. The company noted that while the volume and rate environment stabilised at a lower level during the second quarter, Ocean s
  • Port of Oakland appoints two acting directors
    The Port of Oakland appointed two acting directors to replace retired Port officials. Colleen Liang has been named acting director of the Environmental Programmes and Planning (EP&P) division, while Dorin Tiutin has been named acting director of the commercial real estate division. Both have been with the Californian port for a long period. Colleen Liang takes over as acting director of EP&P foll
  • WFW advises MPC Container Ships on US$200 million vessel sales and acquisitions
    Watson Farley Williams (WFW) has advised Norway-based shipping company MPC Container Ships (MPCC) on strategic vessel acquisitions and sales worth around US$200 million. These transactions include disposing of the 2,800 TEU container ships Cimbria and Cardonia for US$42.5 million and the 4,200 TEU AS Emma (2010) for US$22 million. In return, MPCC acquired the 2,200 TEU Queen Esther and four 1,750

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Splash web site
AUGUST 4, 2023
  • Concordia Maritime left with one ship following latest sales
    Concordia Maritime's fleet sellout continues, leaving the Stena-backed Swedish tanker player with one ship remaining. The Erik Lewenhaupt-led company has offloaded the 2011-built product tanker Stena Premium and the 2009-built Stena Progress to undisclosed buyers. No price has been revealed but the Gothenburg-based owner said the deal would generate a liquidity supplement of around SEK100m ...
  • Höegh Autoliners inks five-year US-Middle East car transport deal
    Norwegian car carrier player Höegh Autoliners has signed a five-year contract for the transport of cars from the US to the Middle East. The Oslo-based company did not reveal the name of the client but described it as a "major international car producer." The financial details of the deal were not disclosed either. "Serving our ...
  • GasLog fixes out two LNG carriers
    Peter Livanos-controlled GasLog has locked away two of its liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers on time charter agreements. In its second-quarter results statement, the Greek gas ship owner and operator said it had agreed a multi-year charter deal with Kansai Electric-affiliated KE Fuel International for the 2014-built 155,000 cu m tri-fuel diesel electric (TFDE) carrier ...
  • MOL tipped for LNG order at Hanwha Ocean
    Japanese shipowner Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has been tipped by brokers to be behind an order for an LNG carrier newbuild at South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean earlier this week. A deal worth nearly $260m is the first LNG carrier order for the shipyard since rebranding from Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering (DSME) and the ...
  • Euronav adds $190.5m to sustainability-linked financing
    Belgian tanker owner Euronav has clinched a new sustainability-linked loan to finance four newbuilds entering service this year. The $190.5m facility is intended for VLCC Clovis, and a trio of suezmaxes the Brugge, Brest and Bristol. The 299,158 dwt Clovis was delivered end-May and 156,851 dwt Brugge joined the fleet In July. Since 2020, Euronav ...
  • Maxed out: VLCC and suezmax utilisation forecast to hit close to 100% by 2025
    The VLCC bulls are on parade with a host of data points pointing towards an extended boom period. A new report from Kepler Cheuvreux forecasts VLCC utilisation will hit an unprecedented 99% by 2025 thanks in large part to a very low orderbook. The Kepler Cheuvreux forecast sees annual average VLCC rates hitting $54,650 this ...
  • Volatile conditions see Maersk raise profit expectations while warning of weaker H2
    Maersk became the latest carrier to post solid Q2 results today with an EBITA of close to $3bn with plenty of data suggesting liner fortunes are temporarily back on an upward trend. Maersk's $2.9bn EBITA for Q2 saw the Danish carrier raise its full-year forecasts, while warning of a "weakened" second half market outlook. Commenting ...
  • Advantage Tankers books suezmax newbuilds in Japan
    Advantage Tankers has bolstered its suezmax orderbook with a deal for two newbuilds at Japan's Nihon Shipyard. The Geneva-based company is paying around $85m per each 157,000 dwt tanker set to deliver from Imabari Shipbuilding and Japan Marine United joint venture shipyard in the second half of 2025. Advantage also has three 157,000 dwt units ...
  • UK increases renewables backing to over $288m
    The UK Energy Security Secretary has made a £22m ($28m) increase in government backing for renewables - taking the total budget for the Contracts for Difference scheme to £227m. The scheme - launched in 2014 - is the government's main system for supporting low-carbon electricity generation. Today's new funding for the current round will mean ...
  • Water everywhere, not a drop to drink
    Steven Jones, the founder of the Seafarers Happiness Index, on the horrendous news that many at sea are struggling to get access to clean drinking water. Harkening to the voices from webinars and conference panels, you'd be forgiven for seeing the maritime industry awash with bon homme, and which only ever does the right things ...
  • CMA CGM settles with US EPA over Clean Water Act violations
    The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has settled with French liner CMA CGM over claims of violations by four of the company's ships involving ballast water discharge. The EPA said that CMA CGM will pay a total fine of $165,000 in penalties for claims of violations by the CMA CGM A. Lincoln, CMA CGM T. ...
  • Saipem lands $1.75bn contract in the Romanian Black Sea
    Saipem has been awarded a contract worth €1.6bn ($1.75bn) by OMV Petrom for Neptun Deep infrastructure development offshore Romania. Neptun Deep is the largest natural gas project in the Romanian Black Sea which will generate production of around 100bn cm. OMV Petrom and Romgaz plan to invest up to €4bn in the development phase of ...
  • US ready to deploy military personnel to safeguard Hormuz transits
    US navy sailors and marines are training for a possible mission to board commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz to counter Iranian aggression, according to multiple news agencies. Armed 20-member teams of sailors and marines from the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit in the region would board vessels if requested and remain during the transit ...
  • Report card published on carrier and retailer shipping emissions
    A report card released by the Ship It Zero campaign suggests carriers are better than retailers when it comes to tracking their shipping emissions. The detailed report will make bad reading however for Evergreen, Hapag-Lloyd, Pacific International Lines and Yang Ming who all scored the rock bottom grade of F. Ship It Zero's Shipping Decarbonization ...

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Lloyd's List web site
AUGUST 4, 2023
  • Eagle Bulk solidly profitable in second quarter but points to weakness in the third
    Eagle chief Gary Vogel says weak demand from China and an easing of congestion put pressure on rates, however he...
  • Genco posts better than expected second quarter profit as voyage expenses fall
    Genco benefitted from cheaper voyage expenses in the second quarter. Much of this is attributed to a reduction in bunker...
  • Government inertia continues to hold back casualty investigation reform
    Previous attempts to overhaul the failing system of flag state casualty investigations have not gained traction within the IMO. The...
  • All flag states are equal, but some flag states are more equal than others
    Sanctions on Russia - and port state control demands to eliminate substandard shipping altogether - means unseen costs in using...
  • Baltic Capesize Index up by 26%, although dry cargo sector remains volatile
    Increased activity in the Atlantic basin and port disruptions caused by typhoons in Asia have driven up capesize rates by...
  • Maersk outlook points to slow recovery
    Maersk says rates could continue to decline as volumes shrink and capacity rises. Its logistics division has proven to be...
  • More governments are failing to provide port waste facilities
    Despite repeated calls for governments to provide adequate port reception facilities to offload ship waste and deter dumping at sea...
  • Ukraine attacks Russian port of Novorossiysk
    Russian officials said Ukraine struck Russia's largest port of Novorossiysk, halting movement of ships temporarily
  • The Lloyd's List Podcast: How the future of globalisation plays out for shipping
    The renowned economist, author and historian Marc Levinson is back on the podcast this week talking about the next phase...
  • Yangzijiang Shipbuilding posts first half profit increase driven by record high orderbook
    Clean energy vessels account for half of the new contract value, expected to be in sustained demand
  • Daily Briefing
    Deep cuts to Greek tankers' market share in Russian oil trades | US insists Russian price cap is working |...
  • Maersk raises guidance after 'strong' first half
    Despite a 'subdued' market following the pandemic years, Maersk has raised the lower end of its guidance. Volumes likely to...
  • Star Bulk upbeat about market outlook, despite earnings slump
    Greece-based owner expects China's stimulus package and focus on energy and food security to support cargo demand

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The Journal of Commerce web site
AUGUST 4, 2023
  • Maersk's lagging 'integrator' plan now needs to winnow costs: Clerc
    Maersk has invested $10.5 billion in its logistics and services business to date, but results are falling behind plan after last year's volumes evaporated.
  • XPO plans to add capacity as LTL freight volumes surge
    Shipment volume at the third-largest LTL carrier in the US jumped nearly 9% in July from a year ago and 3.2% from June as shippers moved freight away from rival carrier Yellow.
  • Shippers in control as summer slump, surplus space cuts air cargo rates
    Air cargo capacity continues to grow through the summer, outpacing weak demand from major destination markets with no sign yet of any turnaround.
  • Truckload carriers driving through lengthy freight market 'bottom'
    US truckload carrier executives say they don't see any signs that freight demand will pick back up until the end of 2023.
  • Maersk's contract business cushions impact of 'normalizing' market
    The carrier has more than two-thirds of its volume under long-term agreements, which provided some insulation from the tumbling second-quarter spot market.
  • Cosco to control largest semi-submersible fleet after deal with Guangzhou Salvage
    The joint venture will increase Cosco's fleet to 18 heavy-lift semi-submersible vessels by the end of 2023.

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TradeWinds web site
AUGUST 4, 2023
  • Star Bulk's Petros Pappas sees 'more positives' in future dry bulk market
    Vessel supply will not be very strong for remainder of year and into 2024, chief executive says
  • Algoma's global short sea segment benefits from robust mini-dry bulk market
    Overall profit for the quarter fell as a result of 'economic challenges,' according to chief executive Gregg Ruhl
  • Genco: 'no floor' in place on dividend payouts, but they'll remain priority
    Owner of dry bulk tonnage had for the second consecutive quarter tapped into a cash reserve to produce a quarterly dividend
  • Concordia down to just one vessel after shipping out product tanker duo
    Gothenburg-based owner exploring its options as it holds onto its last ship
  • Shuttle tanker operator KNOT Offshore hires new CEO
    Aberdeen-based shipowner has 18-strong fleet moving oil from oilfields in the North Sea and Brazil
  • Eagle Bulk remains confident in liquidity after drain of Oaktree shares buy
    Gary Vogel says the unwinding of congestion, China weakness and a continued lack of scrapping are all retarding a dry bulk rebound
  • Why EU shipping emissions are unlikely to return to pre-pandemic levels
    EU ETS and FuelEU Maritime regulations will likely drive both shipping costs and the trend for green shipping for those vessels calling at countries within the bloc
  • GasLog locks away three LNG carriers on new time-charters or extension deals
    Four on-order ME-GI vessels fixed on deals through into early 2030s
  • Maersk's Vincent Clerc 'on the lookout for supply-side risk'
    The orderbook is clearly a problem - but how big remains to be seen.
  • Genco Shipping tops off dividend through reserve fund for second time
    New York-listed owner narrowly tops analyst estimates but guides to lower rates in current quarter
  • Hoegh Autoliners reports another strong month while locking in cargoes
    Car carrier owner reports second-best month this year, the same month it announced four newbuilding options
  • Buyers shift to mainstream fleet after Russia production cuts
    Euronav says crackdown on shadow fleet operations in China has also contributed to a shift back to mainstream commercial operators
  • Editor's selection: Maersk's bleak outlook, Black Sea port attack and box and retail giants falling short
    A look back at some of the stories that hit the headlines this past week
  • Evalend Shipping inks first LNG carrier orders at HHI
    Shipbuilder's latest announcement adds a new name to LNG shipowning sector
  • Hoegh Autoliners shares rise on reports of another strong month
    Car carrier owner reports second-best month this year, the same month it announced four newbuilding options
  • Ship movements halted as key Russian Black Sea port attacked by sea drones
    The port of Novorossiysk is a key export terminal for Russian crude in the Black Sea
  • Maersk hikes guidance despite bleak outlook for container shipping
    Profits sharply down as liner giant warns of 'subdued market outlook'
  • Yangzijiang profit jumps 47% as focus turns to increased 'green' orders
    Shipbuilder now focused on improving operational efficiency and overall project management on back of large orderbook
  • St Kitts strips flag from floating armouries after suspected sanctions breach
    Three vessels are storing weapons used by private security companies to protect commercial shipping from piracy in the Indian Ocean
  • Star Bulk's earnings fall significantly in a weaker market
    New York-listed shipowner still provides shareholder dividend of $0.40 per share
  • Tankers, gas and offshore boost Adnoc L&S first half profit by hefty 327%
    Abu Dhabi-listed shipping giant delivers the dollars to shareholders in first post-IPO earnings report
  • Platts launches new Red Sea-Europe LR2 clean tanker assessments
    Move prompted by Saudi Arabia's increase in exports of clean petroleum products to Europe
  • Star Bulk's earnings fall significantly due to weaker market
    New York-listed owner still provides shareholder dividend of $0.40 per share

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American Shipper web site
AUGUST 4, 2023
  • Asia-US spot rates top contract rates for first time since 2022
    After double-digit gains since June, trans-Pacific spot rates have just surpassed contract rates, according to Xeneta data.
  • Sun Country cargo revenue rises on higher Amazon flying
    Sun Country Airlines had a strong quarter for cargo thanks to growth in its Amazon business.
  • Ocean carrier MSC strikes deal for Italian cargo airline
    Mediterranean Shipping Co., the largest ocean carrier in the world, is expanding its fledgling air cargo airline with an acquisition.
  • Maersk hikes 2023 guidance but warns of 'years' of challenges
    Despite upgrading its full-year outlook, container shipping giant Maersk no longer sees a second-half demand rebound.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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