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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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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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