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December 7, 2023

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Exim India web site
DECEMBER 7, 2023
  • DP World targets 60% renewable power at Indian terminals by 2026
  • India seen driving growth in the Asia-Pacific
  • Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Policy giving impetus to green-fuelled, hybrid, electric vessels
  • 9 automation solutions to enhance efficiency across the EXIM value chain
  • MPS is the largest importer of fresh fruits & vegetables in the Middle East
  • APM Terminals & DP World launch Zero Emission Port Alliance
  • Amnesty Scheme - Closure of cases of default in Export Obligation under Advance Authorisation and EPCG Schemes where applications have been filed with PRC/EPCG Committee for relaxation in policy/procedure on grounds of genuine hardship/adverse impact on trade
  • Economic activity seen up at 7.5 pc
  • JSW Infra to acquire majority stake in PNP Port
  • War risk insurance premiums up for Red Sea voyages
  • MSC and Ellerman sign slot agreement for Atlantic routes

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International Transport Journal web site
DECEMBER 7, 2023
  • RCG signs agreement with Swiss MFD
  • Norfolk Southern for Mason Mega rail terminal
  • Germany's second-largest rail logistics provider
  • Hactl: "ASK" to enhance import collections
  • Cartwright Brothers: more double deck trailers
  • CTP planning sustainable German hub
  • Azur wins award
  • DNV certifies world's largest car carrier
  • UAE and Japan sign ROD
  • Automated book distribution in Italy
  • New managing partner at AGG
  • Kalmar launches electric cargo handlers
  • Dakosy: Dieter Spark retires
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Nestlé significantly cuts sea freight emissions
  • Luxcargo to follow Luxair - as expected
  • A joint venture into cryogenic transport
  • Western Global emerges from Chapter 11

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The Loadstar web site
DECEMBER 6, 2023
  • Geopolitical shocks pose the greatest threat to supply chain health
  • Analysis: DB Schenker - let's put Saudi on the agenda
  • Yang Ming diverts Asia-USEC service from congested Panama Canal
  • India on the cusp of a warehousing boom as sourcing diversifies
  • Rival LTL players snap up Yellow terminals in $1.9bn auction
  • Amazon steps up modal shift of volumes from trucks to railfreight
  • MSC subsidiary SAS in talks to acquire French forwarder Clasquin
  • Seaspan expands its charter business into booming PCTC sector
  • Ambitious Medlog inks deal to operate and expand UK iPort Rail terminal

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Marine Log web site
DECEMBER 6, 2023
  • Pacific green corridor ports agree partnership strategy
    Green corridors first got a lot of attention at the COP26 summit in 2021 when the U.S. signed on to the Clydebank Declaration for Green Shipping Corridors (DGSC). Since then, the Maritime
  • CMB.TECH and WinGD move ahead on ammonia-fueled bulkers
    CMB.TECH, the clean tech division of Compagnie Maritime Belge (CMB), and CSSC group member WinGD have signed an agreement that will see WinGD X72DF-A ammonia-fueled engines power a series of 210,000 dwt

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Container News web site
DECEMBER 6, 2023
  • Kalmar launches electric reachstacker and Essential forklift truck production at Shanghai facility
    Kalmar will commence production of electric reachstackers and Essential forklift trucks at its Shanghai manufacturing facility. The production launch was honoured on 6 December with a themed 'Electrify & Expand' event attended by customers and dealer representatives. Kalmar's Shanghai facility opened in 2005 and produces a variety of high-end cargo handling equipment such as reachstackers, empty
  • ClassNK awards AiPs for SDARI's green fuels powered vehicle carriers
    ClassNK has granted Approvals in Principle (AiPs) for three innovative vehicle carrier designs crafted by the Shanghai Merchant Ship Design & Research Institute (SDARI). The initial AiP is a noteworthy recognition for an ammonia-ready LNG dual-fueled vehicle carrier with a 7,000 CEU capacity-a pioneering achievement in China's self-sufficient design landscape. According to a statement, for the sh
  • Canada launches Green Shipping Corridor initiative
    Canada's Minister of Transport Pablo Rodriguez announced the development of the Green Shipping Corridor initiative, a US$165 million investment. "With the new Green Shipping Corridor Program, Canada is taking another step towards meeting its commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050. We can work together to establish green shipping corridors to decarbonise the marine sector along the Great Lakes,
  • PSA Sines acquires new container handling equipment
    On 4 December, two mega ship-to-shore (STS) cranes arrived at PSA Sines in Portugal. The new cranes will be added to PSA Sines existing 10 super post-panamax cranes, allowing the terminal to handle the largest container vessels currently sailing on the Iberian Peninsula. The new equipment will also assist in increasing PSA Sines capacity from 2.3 to 2.7 million TEUs and boost PSA Sines position a
  • PIL and DP World partner to develop green supply chain solutions
    Singaporean ocean carrier Pacific International Lines (PIL) and Dubai-based port and terminal operator DP World have signed a decarbonisation agreement to jointly develop green solutions for global supply chains. By signing a Memorandum of Understanding, the companies aim to help accelerate progress towards their common target of net zero GHG emissions. The agreement was signed by Lars Kastrup, C
  • RSGT to operate Bangladesh's newly built terminal for the next 22 years
    Saudi Arabia's port and terminal operator Red Sea Gateway Terminal International (RSGT) has secured a concession agreement for the Patenga Container Terminal (PCT) at the port of Chittagong in Bangladesh. RSGT will operate the newly built box terminal on PPP (public-private partnership) - G2G (government to government) basis for the next 22 years after the agreement, which was signed by RSGT CEO
  • ZIM vessels divert from Arabian regional waters
    Israeli container ships are avoiding the Red Sea region as the conflict in Gaza and the heightened regional tension have increased the risks for all ships transiting the Suez Canal. Even so, the consultancy Linerlytica said several US East Coast services are now trading via Suez to avoid the logjam at the world's other busy waterway in Panama, but for Israeli vessels, the risk is considered far g
  • Northwest Seaport Alliance appoints new COO
    The Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA), an alliance between the US ports of Tacoma and Seattle, announced the appointment of Jeff Bellerud as Chief Operating Officer. In this role, he will be responsible for the oversight of comprehensive marine operations, encompassing rail, road, terminals, breakbulk operations, and effective waterway management. Bringing a wealth of strategic-level expertise in
  • Nestlé sees significant reduction in ocean emissions, may renew ECO Delivery deal with Maersk
    Maersk announced that its partnership with Nestlé, the world's largest food and beverage company, has led the Swiss conglomerate to cut its ocean logistics greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Nestlé has agreed to use Maersk's ECO Delivery solution for all of its ocean containers shipped by the Danish carrier in 2023, with an option to extend this agreement into the next year and beyond. The seaborne

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Splash web site
DECEMBER 6, 2023
  • Boxship collides with floating bridge in Suez Canal
    A Singapore-flagged containership struck a floating bridge in the eastern lane of the Suez Canal after losing control of its steering. The 336 m long 2008-built ship suffered a fault with its rudder while transiting the canal on its way from Singapore to the Netherlands. The Suez Canal Authority said in a statement that the ...
  • HMM matches Seaspan in massive car carriers order for Hyundai Glovis charter
    Hot on the heels of Seaspan's entry into the car carrier segment with an order for six 10,800 ceu vessels at Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding against Hyundai Glovis charters, South Korea's flagship line HMM has commissioned Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI) to build another six similar ships backed by the shipping and logistics unit of Hyundai Motor ...
  • NYK inks ammonia shipping deal with Mitsui & Co
    Japanese shipping giant Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) and trading house Mitsui & Co have penned a charter contract for ammonia shipping. The 2004-built 35,850 cu m gas carrier Berlian Ekuator, owned and operated by NYK, will be used for the shipments of fuel ammonia to JERA's Hekinan Thermal Power Station, where Japan's largest utility is ...
  • Marinakis sets up offshore vessels unit
    Evangelos Marinakis has set his sights on the booming offshore sector. The Greek shipowner and founder and chairman of Capital Maritime group, has launched Capital Offshore after picking up seven platform supply vessels for about $106m. Capital Offshore is taking over the vessels from now soon to be shipless Norwegian OSV outfit Standard Supply. The ...
  • RWE secures final permit for Welsh offshore wind farm
    RWE is pressing ahead with its Welsh Awel y Môr offshore wind farm project. The German utility has secured a marine licence from Natural Resources Wales, completing its permitting for the 1.1 GW wind farm. The project will be located alongside the operational 576 MW Gwynt y Môr offshore wind farm and is planned to ...
  • Carbon calculators proliferate ahead of imminent EU ETS inclusion
    With 26 days to go until shipping is included in the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS) brokers and tech firms are falling over themselves to offer clients carbon calculators. From 1 January 2024, shipping will be included in the EU ETS. As a result, vessels visiting EU ports will be required to offset ...
  • BASF takes stake in another Vattenfall offshore wind project
    German chemicals firm BASF has struck a deal with Swedish utility Vattenfall to buy 49% of Nordlichtoffshore wind farm project in Germany. The Nordlicht wind park zone is located 85 km north of the island of Borkum in the German North Sea and consists of two separate sites: Nordlicht 1 with a capacity of 980 ...
  • China unveils nuclear-powered megamax containership design
    Making headlines at this year's Marintec China exhibition in Shanghai is a design for a giant nuclear-powered megamax containership. State-run Jiangnan Shipyard has unveiled a design for a 24,000 teu ship incorporating molten salt reactor technology. "The ultra-large nuclear container ship is designed to truly achieve zero emissions during the ship's operating cycle," the yard's ...
  • MOL forms carbon capture and storage partnership in Bahrain
    Japanese shipowner Mitsui OSK Lines has teamed up with Bahrain's Bapco Energies to develop a cross-border carbon capture and storage (CSS) project. Under a memorandum of understanding, the two companies will work towards establishing a CCS value where MOL would be responsible for shipping of liquefied CO2 and Bapco would provide the sequestration sites. The ...
  • Shandong Shipping signs for four methanol dual-fuel VLOCs
    At a signing ceremony held at Marintec China yesterday, Asia's largest shipping exhibition, Shandong Shipping signed with Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding for four 325,000 dwt methanol dual-fuel very large ore carriers (VLOCs). The giant 340 m long ships will be used to haul Brazilian iron ore for Vale. The revolutionary bulk carrier designs, all created in ...
  • MSC bids for French logistics player
    Cash-rich Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC), the world's largest containerline, has made a bid for Clasquin, a French logistics company. Clasquin is an air and sea freight forwarding and logistics specialist, which is listed in Paris. MSC has given the company's top two shareholders through to the end of Q1 next year to decide on whether ...
  • BW Epic Kosan privatised
    The privatisation process of BW Epic Kosan has been completed with the gas ship operator exiting the Oslo Børs today. In October, Web Holding, a company controlled by Kristian Mørch-led J. Lauritzen and Greek shipowner Nicholas Lykiardopulo, made a voluntary unconditional offer of NOK24 ($2.20) per share to acquire all outstanding shares in the Oslo-listed ...
  • Want the maritime technology market to thrive? Stop glorifying raising money
    Nick Chubb, the founder of Thetius, with some useful advice to startup founders. Picture the scene. You are a wide-eyed entrepreneur looking to make a major impact on the industry you know and love. Perhaps you are a naval architect, or you've worked at sea. Maybe you know everything about port community systems or you ...

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Lloyd's List web site
DECEMBER 6, 2023
  • CMA CGM flips newbuild fuel pick from methanol to LNG
    Propulsion system design for eight 9,200 teu boxhips has been changed, as the French giant was said to be concerned... Related Stories Daily Briefing December 7 2023 OSG gifts investors with first dividend since 2016 spin-off OSG gifts investors with first dividend since 2016 spinoff
  • OSG gifts investors with first dividend since 2016 spin-off
    OSG has announced its first cash dividend since its troubled restructuring in 2016 that saw it spin off its international... Related Stories OSG gifts investors with first dividend since 2016 spinoff Shippers face more disruption from blankings as carriers cull capacity China showcases nuclear ultra-large containership concept
  • Shippers face more disruption from blankings as carriers cull capacity
    Container lines are blanking up to 40% of voyages on some trades. This is making supply chain planning difficult for... Related Stories OSG gifts investors with first dividend since 2016 spin-off OSG gifts investors with first dividend since 2016 spinoff China showcases nuclear ultra-large containership concept
  • Blank Rome: Not built in a day
    Don't like a US law? Firm with lobbying capability says it can help you get it changed Related Stories Seacon sets sights on climbing leading shipmanager ranks ICS expresses 'serious concern' at Red Sea attacks
  • China showcases nuclear ultra-large containership concept
    Applying the fourth-generation molten salt reactor solutions, the design has won the statement compliance from DNV Related Stories OSG gifts investors with first dividend since 2016 spin-off OSG gifts investors with first dividend since 2016 spinoff Shippers face more disruption from blankings as carriers cull capacity
  • Top 10 box port operators 2023
    Singaporean operator PSA's mainstay at the top of the box port league is extended by another year, in a 12-month... Related Stories Red Sea activity levels normal despite escalating Houthi threats Top 10 marine insurers 2023 Top 10 in marine insurance 2023
  • IMO assembly adopts 'dark fleet' resolution to tackle 'illegal operations'
    The resolution reflected rising concerns from members about false and fraudulent flags, abuse of the IMO numbering scheme and other... Related Stories Green hydrogen producers to supply shipping up to 11m tonnes by 2030 Safety report recommends anchorage change after pipeline leak Cosco Shipping appoints investment veteran as new president
  • Green hydrogen producers to supply shipping up to 11m tonnes by 2030
    A group of shipping companies, green hydrogen producers and engine designers pledged to scale up green hydrogen production and provide... Related Stories IMO assembly adopts 'dark fleet' resolution to tackle 'illegal operations' Safety report recommends anchorage change after pipeline leak Cosco Shipping appoints investment veteran as new president
  • Safety report recommends anchorage change after pipeline leak
    Ships dragging anchors were responsible for damage to an underwater pipeline off the US west coast. Anchorage boundaries should be... Related Stories IMO assembly adopts 'dark fleet' resolution to tackle 'illegal operations' Green hydrogen producers to supply shipping up to 11m tonnes by 2030 Cosco Shipping appoints investment veteran as new president
  • Red Sea activity levels normal despite escalating Houthi threats
    Governments are wary about the potential impact of hostilities on global trade, but data indicates there have been no major... Related Stories Top 10 marine insurers 2023 Top 10 in marine insurance 2023 Shipping showcases its decarbonisation progress at COP28
  • Cosco Shipping appoints investment veteran as new president
    Zhu joined state investment firm China Chengtong Holdings in 2015, rising to chairman before moving to Cosco Shipping Related Stories Daily Briefing December 6 2023 Oaktree offloads $84.6m of Torm shares Marinakis group diversifies into offshore support vessels

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The Journal of Commerce web site
DECEMBER 6, 2023
  • US DOT data-sharing initiative on cargo visibility gaining momentum
    The Freight Logistics Optimization Works (FLOW) program offers a free view of supply-demand data across several metrics to help make transportation management decisions easier for US supply chain stakeholders.
  • ODFL Q4 operating data underscores softness in US LTL trucking market
    The second-largest US LTL provider saw daily shipments increase less than 1% year over year in November, signaling continued softness in underlying LTL demand as the post-Yellow market settles.
  • Nestlé inks deals with carriers to move volume via green transport services
    The world's largest food and beverage company is the latest shipper to sign on to emissions-cutting services, committing half its global shipping volume to premium green products offered by Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk and CMA CGM.
  • MSC bid for French forwarder extends carrier's recent buying spree
    There has been no sign of a slowdown in the carrier's acquisition activities as it uses its cash-rich position to expand footprints in key port and logistics markets.

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TradeWinds web site
DECEMBER 6, 2023
  • EC and Nordics pour cold water on Med nations' pleas to defer ETS
    However, transport commissioner Adina Valean placates critics by hinting at extending the measure's reach outside the EU
  • Euronav inks new VLCC in China after Frontline deal
    Owner has three large crude carriers on order at Qingdao Beihai
  • Ocean Network Express container ship in Suez Canal collision
    Suez Canal Authority says navigation in the passage will not be affected
  • Green Seas: A mountain to climb at COP28 after new targets shift IMO from laggard to leader
    Newsletter on the environment and the business at the ocean looks at global climate conference
  • Cosco Shipping Line contracts MAN ES for methanol fuel boxship conversions
    Cosco Shipping Heavy Industries will carry out conversion work
  • IMO slams 'shadow' fleet and calls on members to crack down on illicit cargo transfers
    Flag, port and coastal states urged to collaborate and up their game against sanctioned activity
  • Russian master back home as oil smuggling probe drags on
    Final crew member held in dispute over transfer of reputed Russian oil goes home after union intervention
  • Panama Canal surcharges could be coming for car carriers as rates tipped to spike
    Veson Nautical analyst Andrea De Luca has a base case of $130,000 per day for 2024
  • China's Shandong Shipping inks Guaibamax order quartet against Vale charters
    But the Brazilian miner is yet to firm up the charters
  • Japanese ro-ro remains stuck hard aground in the Inland Sea
    Ship ran into trouble more than two weeks ago before being grounded
  • Grain most likely dry commodity to be affected by any disruption to Red Sea shipping
    Almost 7% of global dry cargo trade makes its way through the Suez Canal, Kpler analysis shows
  • HMM inks giant car carriers to charter to Hyundai Glovis
    Seoul-based liner giant signs up for six 10,800-ceu ships at China's Guangzhou Shipyard International
  • Trafigura and former COO Wainwright charged over alleged Angolan chartering bribes
    Switzerland alleges former Sonangol boss was paid more than $5m
  • Arcadia Shipmanagement inks first tanker order in China
    Greek shipowner said to have signed deal for up to four aframaxes
  • Norwegian pension fund becomes second-biggest Hoegh Autoliners shareholder
    Details begin to emerge of new ownership after Maersk exit
  • Navios and Byzantine bulkers sold as fleet renewal moves roll on
    Angeliki Frangou has shaken out two dozen older vessels in 18 months
  • Previous links to Israeli shipping unlikely to impact Red Sea war risk pricing say underwriters
    War risk rates increase again following most recent run of attacks at the weekend
  • China's Shandong Shipping inks Guiabamax order quartet against Vale charters
    But the Brazilian miner is yet to firm up the charters
  • Frontline's 24 new VLCCs could soon be worth $350m more than price tag, Clarksons believes
    Analysts argue that rising values have already left Fredriksen company $80m in the money after giant acquisition
  • Every dollar spent on fuel savings onboard will save $10 in future supply, says report
    Maersk's Zero Carbon Centre predicts how important energy-saving solutions will remain in a future-fuelled industry
  • Iran and Russia close ranks against sanctions in Moscow declaration
    The joint statement raises the prospect of the two countries seeking compensation for 'unilateral' measures
  • Broker Alibra outlines limits and pitfalls of FuelEU ship pooling plan
    Complex system could lead to disputes over what happens when penalties are levied, London shop believes
  • Costa Rica police find 200kg of cocaine in ship's engine room
    Latest drugs bust takes place after unnamed vessel arrived from Colombia
  • Asia's largest maritime trade fair returns to China in physical form after Covid-hiatus
    Denmark is Marintec China's first host country pavilion
  • COP28: Hoegh Autoliners strikes new deal to fill ammonia supply gap
    CEO Andreas Enger says early users of ammonia are likely to be from Europe
  • Sea Cargo Charter ups benchmarks to align with IMO and invite shipowners
    But new benchmarks stop short of Paris Agreement-aligned trajectory
  • Pacific Basin secures first sustainability-linked loan facility
    Hong Kong owner says facility diversifies its funding profile and reinforces its commitment to sustainable shipping
  • Cosco Shipping Line contracts MAN ES for methanol fuel box ship conversions
    Cosco Shipping Heavy Industries in China will carry out the conversion work
  • ONE plans new service via Suez Canal to tap growing US-India trade links
    Japanese owner says India has been playing an increasingly important role in world trade
  • ONE plans new service to tap growing US-India trade links
    Japanese shipowner plans to use Suez Canal for new service despite recent geopolitical risks

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American Shipper web site
DECEMBER 6, 2023
  • Reliable Robotics achieves milestone for uncrewed cargo flight
    Reliable Robotics successfully tested its autopilot system with no one on board the Cessna cargo plane.
  • DHL Express diverts freighters from Cincinnati hub as strike precaution
    DHL Express says it has procedures to ensure there are no service disruptions if unionized ramp workers at its Cincinnati air hub go on strike.
  • Ambrey expands advisory for Israel-linked vessels amid Red Sea attacks
    Maritime security firm Ambrey has expanded an advisory to vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, warning that rebels could be using outdated data to plan attacks.

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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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