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June 9, 2023

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Exim India web site
JUNE 9, 2023
  • Commerce Minister to address FFFAI Diamond Jubilee event as Chief Guest in New Delhi today
  • COSCO SHIPPING Lines appoints BSV Shipping Agencies as sub-agent in Hyderabad
  • Major players bid to operate new liquid cargo berths at JN Port
  • GDP to grow by 6.5 pc in FY24: RBI
  • PCN marks a significant milestone by covering 130 countries
  • Mandatory additional qualifiers in import/export declarations in respect of certain products wef 1.7.2023
  • Maersk expands relationship with Microsoft to further digitise & decarbonise logistics
  • Supply chains threatened by stalled talks with US West Coast port workers
  • Foodgrain output at new record
  • India's internet economy seen growing six-fold by 2030
  • Finished steel exports dip

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International Transport Journal web site
JUNE 9, 2023
  • Navigating with "Windwings"
  • SBB sets a new course for freight traffic
  • Yang Ming orders five LNG 15,000 teu vessels
  • 30th road haulage branch on Iberian Peninsula
  • Logtainer and Hupac bolster cooperation
  • Port of New Orleans welcomes Matthew Wypyski
  • Another weekly flight between Beijing and Geneva
  • Electric charging depot in California in operation
  • ALS expands to Poland
  • C.H. Robinson picks Dave Bozeman
  • Quay and road access improvements in Matadi
  • Ameriflight gets FFA approval to operate drones
  • RCG handling new timber transports
  • Europa Group: UK best Option for Ireland-EU goods
  • Latam Cargo implements Iata's ONE Record
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • CTP Germany strengthens team
  • A partnership to build ammonia-fuelled engines
  • Time to vote for wind - until 18 June!

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The Loadstar web site
JUNE 8, 2023
  • Transpac rates head north as carriers face Panama Canal restrictions
  • CMA CGM Logistics - about $30bn of hidden value
  • Crew member injured as fire hits MSC containership
  • Lies, leaks and lethality: is ammonia a safe fuel for ships?
  • PAC files complaint against port operator over 'unjust' charges
  • Good boy - K9's Rodney can sniff-out lithium batteries
  • Strike vote at Pacific ports in Canada sparks fresh worries for BCOs

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Marine Log web site
JUNE 8, 2023
  • VIDEO: Hurtigruten unveils plans for zero-emission cruise ship
    Hurtigruten Norway used this week's Nor Shipping event to unveiled early concept plans for its first zero-emission cruise ship. Initially announced in March 2022, under the project name Sea Zero, Hurtigruten has
  • Clean Shipping Act of 2023 introduced
    Today is World Ocean Day and, perhaps sending a signal that legislators in many parts of the world can't wait for IMO to act, Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42), and Senator Alex Padilla
  • State-of-the-art containership delivered to ABS class
    Recently delivered to Singapore-based Asiatic Lloyd Maritime LLP (part of the AL Group), the ALS Ceres is the first in a series of six 7,100 TEU containerships and is the first Asiatic

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Container News web site
JUNE 8, 2023
  • Container lines see important decline in revenues and earnings in 2023 first quarter
    Sea-Intelligence said there were indications of a weakness in the market in the second half of 2022, which has manifested fully in the first quarter of 2023. Revenues declined quite sharply, in the range of 35%-70% year on year, while in terms of earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT), there was a stark difference for the first quarter of 2023 versus the previous two years. Overall, the first
  • Kalmar and Access World continue collaboration with new terminal equipment order
    Access World ordered four Kalmar Eco reachstackers and two Kalmar Essential empty container handlers for deployment at their new Durban container terminal in South Africa. Access World is a service provider for major commodity markets including ferrous and non-ferrous metals, forestry and agricultural products, project cargo, chemical polymers and oil and gas. The order was booked in Kalmar's mot
  • HHLA, ABB join forces to develop automatic stacking crane systems
    Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) and ABB have agreed on a partnership in order to improve efficiency in long-term operation of large automatic stacking crane (ASC) systems. The aim of the partnership between the two companies, which will be ongoing until the end of 2025, is to unlock potential for the further development of systems for automatic stacking cranes as well as their use, mainten
  • ZIM enhances LBX service with Greek port call
    ZIM decided to add a weekly call at the port of Thessaloniki in Greece to the rotation of its Levant - Black Sea Express (LBX) service in June. "Adding Thessaloniki will complement the existing calls of other ZIM services at Piraeus, providing full coverage of Greece," noted the Israeli container carrier. ZIM's LBX new rotation will be Haifa (Israel) - Alexandria (Egypt) - Constanta (Romania) - V
  • Construction works begin on new port experience center in Rotterdam
    The Port of Rotterdam Authority announced on 5 June that its new port experience centre has been named Portlantis. On the same date, the authority celebrated the official launch of the centre's construction. More specifically, this took place on the construction site near the Maasvlakte 2 bathing beach at the end of Prinses Amaliahaven. The centre is expected to be ready at the end of the next ye
  • Port of Los Angeles approves US$2 billion budget for next fiscal year
    The Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commissioners has announced a US$2 billion fiscal year 2023/24 (July 2023- June 2024) annual budget for the port of Los Angeles. The budget includes total operating revenues of US$652.9 million, an 8.6% increase over the fiscal year 2022/23 forecast. Also, shipping services are expected to make up the bulk of operating revenues at 73.3%, followed by rentals at 15.1
  • NRF urges Biden Administration to intervene with West Coast port labour negotiations
    The National Retail Federation (NRF) has called on the US President Biden Administration to intervene with West Coast port labour negotiations after reports of disruptions at Californian terminals. The new disruptions come as the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) and the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) have failed to reach and ratify a new labour agreement following more than
  • Seafarer labour market tightest on record
    The 2023 officer availability gap has widened to a deficit equating to about 9% of the global pool, which represents a marked rise from last year's 5% shortfall and the highest level since Drewry first started analysing the seafarer market 17 years ago. Similar deficit levels are forecast for 2023-2028 based on the limits of new seafarer supply becoming available in the period. While these defici

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Splash web site
JUNE 8, 2023
  • CMA CGM takes stakes in Spanish terminals
    French carrier CMA CGM is strengthening its foothold in Spain with stakes in two COSCO-operated terminals. The Marseille-based shipping giant has sealed a deal to acquire 49% of Cosco Shipping Ports (CSP) Valencia and 38% of CSP Bilbao from TPIH Iberia for an undisclosed sum. CSP Bilbao links Spain with the main ports of northern ...
  • Eastern Pacific Shipping taps GSI for more LNG dual-fuel tankers
    Singapore-based Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) has signed up for more tanker newbuilds at CSSC Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI). Idan Ofer's diversified owner has booked up to four LNG dual-fuel aframax/LR2 product carriers. The two firm 115,000 dwt units each costing around $70m will deliver in March and December of 2026. The deal also includes options ...
  • Titan adds to LNG bunkering fleet with Fratelli Cosulich newbuild charter
    Dutch fuel supplier Titan has chartered in the first of the two LNG bunkering vessels Italy's Fratelli Cosulich booked for construction in China. The 8,200 cu m Alice Cosulich, built by Nantong CIMC Sinopacific Offshore and Engineering was recently delivered to Titan and will start operating in Europe in the fourth quarter of this year. ...
  • Island Offshore secures more contract work for MPSV
    Norway's Island Offshore has secured employment for its multipurpose vessel to support two offshore projects. The 2020-built vessel will be responsible for the installation of a complete mooring spread for a floating storage regasification unit this autumn in a campaign expected to last between 90 and 120 days. The contract for an undisclosed client is ...
  • Equinor and Nexsphere press ahead with offshore wind in Tasmania
    The Tasmanian government has committed to working together with the owners of the multi-gigawatt Bass Offshore Wind Energy (BOWE) project to secure green power supply for northern Tasmania. Energy minister Guy Barnett has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with representatives of Norway's Equinor and Australian firm Nexsphere, which are partners in the multi-billion-dollar project in ...
  • Landmark lifecycle assessment set to be carried out on Knutsen LNG carrier
    An important study, long called for by environmentalists, will get underway shortly - shipping's first-ever full cradle-to-grave lifecycle assessment of a vessel from the raw materials dug from a mine needed to manufacture a hull block to the welder's torch at its life-end. Lloyd's Register, Knutsen, HD Korea Shipbuilding and Offshore Engineering and HD Hyundai ...
  • San Francisco Bay Blues: Oakland suffering the most from dockworker dispute
    Ships backing up at Californian anchorages are now becoming clear for all supply chain specialists to see as reports grow of boxships suffering delays entering and leaving the ports of Oakland, Long Beach and Los Angeles on the back of industrial action taken by dockworkers over the past week. The situation is most acute in ...
  • Petrofac secures more decommissioning work in Gulf of Mexico
    Energy industry contractor Petrofac has added a third field and extended the scope of its existing contract to decommission two fields, offshore Gulf of Mexico. A significant contract expansion lifts the legacy offshore fields and assets to 12 platforms, 211 wells and 32 pipeline segments, as well as operations and logistics services. The scope includes ...
  • Toyota-backed marine fuel cell launches
    One of the most high-profile launches at this year's Nor-Shipping trade fair just outside Oslo has come from battery manufacturer Corvus Energy, debuting a new fuel cell, which it claims can transform the maritime industry. The Corvus Pelican Fuel Cell system is the result of the H2NOR research project that started in 2021. H2NOR was ...
  • ADNOC Logistics & Services lands $975m deal for offshore artificial island
    ADNOC Logistics & Services (ADNOC L&S) has won a $975m contract from ADNOC Offshore for the engineering, procurement and construction of an artificial island for the Lower Zakum offshore field. The first major deal for ADNOC L&S after it was listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange this month, includes dredging, land reclamation and marine ...
  • Denmark scraps open door wind scheme
    Denmark's new marine plan has excluded the allocation of space for future offshore wind farms under the country's open door scheme, resulting in the suspension of the majority of projects. A new plan proposed in the Danish Parliament expands the area of Denmark's sea available for renewable energy projects and energy islands from approximately 15% ...
  • Futuristic looking ammonia gas carrier project moves ahead at Nor-Shipping
    Delegates attending Nor-Shipping are getting plenty of glimpses of what ships of the future will look like with design approval announcements coming out thick and fast. Among the more headline-grabbing announcements is the NoGAPS, an ammonia-powered gas carrier (pictured). Yesterday classification society DNV awarded the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping in collaboration ...
  • Shipping and climate: all hands on deck
    Dr Simon Bullock writes for Splash today, with analysis from researchers at the Tyndall Centre, University of Manchester, on shipping climate targets ahead of the upcoming MEPC80 at the IMO. When sailing directly into a dangerous storm, timely decision-making and decisive action is understandably essential. Delaying a change in direction risks taking longer to reach ...

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Lloyd's List web site
JUNE 8, 2023
  • China moves to tighten control over old tankers amid Western efforts to combat shadow fleet
    A local maritime authority at a major Chinese tanker port is imposing restrictions on the chartering and arrivals of elderly...
  • Ukraine grain deal in jeopardy following Russia ammonia pipeline blast
    Russia had been calling for the ammonia pipeline, which runs from the city of Togliatti to the Odesa port in...
  • One seafarer evacuated after fire breaks out on MSC boxship off UAE
    A fire broke on an MSC boxship en route from Dubai to Abu Dhabi, with one crew member airlifted to...
  • Looming EU shipping sanctions raise enforcement concerns
    Shipping sanctions lawyers have already received several concerned calls from industry officials grappling with the prospect of an EU port...
  • Capesize rates recover on talk of China policy props
    The forward curve has responded to the flicker of hope that the Chinese government is looking to shore up the...
  • Jinhai Intelligent Manufacturing's chief engineer Ki-hee Kim dies, aged 70
    He was honoured with the West Lake Friendship Award in 2015, which is bestowed by the Zhejiang Province government to recognise foreign professionals who have...
  • Ammonia supply chain getting ready for shipping, despite delays
    Stakeholders in the ammonia supply chain have been rushing to help the clean fuel play a significant role in shipping's...
  • Panama Canal draught restrictions could cut boxship loads by 40%
    Ships planning to transit at or near maximum authorised draught should factor in possibility of further reductions during the waiting...
  • The Lloyd's List Podcast: What we learned from Nor-Shipping
    Decarbonisation dominated the debate at this year's Nor-Shipping, but in between hot air and emissions there was time to take...
  • US imports continue mirroring pre-pandemic levels
    Cargo volumes are expected to continue rising sequentially, but the west coast labour situation is creating much uncertainty as peak...
  • Eastern Pacific Shipping returns to China for LNG dual-fuel LR2 tankers
    The freight market boom has fuelled ordering activities in the sector, with 46 LR2 tankers ordered so far this year...
  • Shipping skips over short-term struggles in favour of long-term aspirations
    Nor-Shipping has exposed the gap between what the industry is saying and what it is doing about decarbonisation in the...
  • MSC sells seventh containership for scrap
    Sale of 3,500 teu containership adds to six vessels that MSC has sold for demolition since February. Meanwhile, Chinese owners...
  • Hedge fund KKR provided lease financing for Russia-spoofing tanker
    KKR has provided lease financing for seven tankers bought and operated by shipowners in Greece to serve Russian oil trades...
  • CMA CGM acquires stakes in Spanish terminals
    Former Noatum terminals now owned by CSP and CMA CGM. Carrier says deal will boost its shortsea services and Mediterranean...
  • Seafarers want training on digitalisation and new fuels, study finds
    Training to handle the new technologies related to decarbonisation and digitalisation ranked highest among the concerns of the seafarers surveyed...
  • Port of New York and New Jersey terminals shut early as smoke engulfs US northeast
    Smoke emanating from wildfires in Canada has severely impacted air quality and visibility in the US northeast and has forced...
  • AMSA bans second vessel in a week
    Taiwan-owned vessel Babuza Wisdom was given a 90-day ban in the past week. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority says it has...
  • Daily Briefing
    Greece seen stalling on new EU sanctions package on Russia that targets dark fleet ships | Shadow fleet 'immoral', 'disgraceful'...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JUNE 8, 2023
  • Southern California ports navigate vessel backlog after ILWU job actions
    Cargo handling was back to normal Thursday in Los Angeles and Long Beach for the first time in a week, but the ports are now struggling with a large vessel backlog after not having sufficient longshore labor.
  • Standoff between Yellow, Teamsters puts LTL shippers on alert
    Yellow claims its ability to "continue as a going concern" is being impaired by Teamster opposition to its restructuring.
  • Wilmington port gets new operator after GT USA's unsettled tenure
    The Delaware port will be turned over to terminal operator Enstructure, which has committed to advancing the proposed Edgemoor container terminal project.
  • CSX looks to dismiss Hapag-Lloyd complaint amid FMC oversight question
    While the FMC has jurisdiction over ocean carriers, it cannot regulate railroads simply because of their association with container lines, CSX said in a motion to disentangle itself from a demurrage complaint.
  • IMO must set zero-emission target for 2050: Norwegian shipowners
    The shift to green fuels needs to be "supercharged" by establishing a clear zero-emissions target at the IMO's July meeting, according to an Oslo-based shipowner group.
  • Second month of big Asia-Med volume growth drives market optimism
    There are growing expectations in the container shipping market that the Asia-Europe trade will see a peak season this year as European import volume growth continued in April.
  • CMA CGM to acquire share of Cosco's Spanish terminal unit
    The Marseille-based carrier continues to grow its terminal portfolio in strategic areas as part of a broad move to control the end-to-end logistics of customer shipments.
  • Rate of US import declines to slow into third quarter: Retailers
    The year-on-year gap in monthly import volumes will only narrow as shippers start to ramp up back-to-school and seasonal product ordering, says the National Retail Federation.

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TradeWinds web site
JUNE 8, 2023
  • Viridis gets second class nod for ammonia-fuelled bulker design
    Norwegian owner now has approvals in principle from DNV and Bureau Veritas
  • MOL orders dual-fuel coal carrier against charter from Kepco
    Oshima Shipbuilding will construct bulker
  • Protesters target oil carriers with homemade bombs in Peru
    Country's largest crude producer says two vessels are being held by indigenous rights group in northwest Peru
  • UK underwriter 'kept North Korea's foreign trade fleet afloat'
    Danish investigation claims David Skinner's DGS Marine was involved in insuring sanctioned vessels
  • Quarter of owners lead carbon cut plans, while long tail is slower to move, survey finds
    Study by Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation and Boston Consulting Group identifies important trends in the race to cut carbon
  • Oman's Asyad grows chartered fleet by 32 ships as profit rises
    Owner is also betting on LNG market after order for two more carriers
  • A ho-hum shareholder meeting is music to the ears of Seaways management
    This week's Streetwise takes you to International Seaways' annual shareholders meeting, where the potential for open conflict yielded to the status quo - for now
  • Protestors target oil carriers with homemade bombs in Peru
    Country's largest crude producer says two vessels are being held by indigenous rights group in northwest Peru
  • CMA CGM expands terminal reach by buying into Cosco's Spanish ports
    French giant continues in expansion mode with deals involving Bilbao and Valencia
  • Oshima Shipbuilding wins bulker order from Meadway Shipping
    Japanese shipbuilder is increasingly doing business with Greek owners after ignoring the market
  • One-fifth of world fleet lead carbon cut plans, while long tail is slow to move, survey finds
    Study by Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation and Boston Consulting identifies important trends
  • Bertram Rickmers remembered at Hamburg funeral service
    Large attendance expected today as shipping community pays its last respects to late shipowner
  • Stakeholders shun shipping like 'tobacco', complains Seatankers
    'Just say no' approach is hobbling efforts to finance the energy transition, leading investors and financiers tell Oslo panel
  • Nine seafarer hostages freed four months after product tanker broke down off Libya
    Indian crew of the Maya 1 is heading home following February capture by militia
  • Capesize spot rates 'hesitant' despite 5% rise in demand, Bimco's Filipe Gouveia says
    Analyst believes uncertainty over Chinese recovery and panamax competition are holding big bulkers back
  • Singapore study says upskilling 'essential' for decabonisation and digitalisation
    Survey finds seafarers need additional training to handle new fuels and technology
  • Knutsen teams with LR, HHI and KSOE to assess lifecycle carbon emissions on LNG carrier
    Joint Development Project will make first-of-a-kind study and help shipowners with decision on whether to upgrade vessels or build new
  • Singapore study says upskilling 'essential' for decarbonisation and digitalisation
    Survey finds seafarers need additional training to handle new fuels and technology
  • OSG tankers in double sea rescue within 18 hours
    Vessels pick up six people from two sailing boats in distress
  • 'Internationally-minded' Nisshin Shipping legend Yayoi Fujii dies aged 91
    Giant of Japanese shipping liked to keep a low profile
  • Golden Energy Offshore boss Fagervoll builds stake to 10% with share deals
    Chief executive adds 1.4m shares in PSV owner
  • 2020 Bulkers ups dividend as index-linked charter rates rise
    Switch to variable deals paying off for Tor Olav Troim-backed newcastlemax owner
  • John Kerry likens climate fight to D-Day invasion as he urges net zero goal by 2050
    US climate envoy says this is a 'decisive decade' and that global warming will not be stopped without shipping's help
  • NorthStandard's top brass make Singapore pitstop to celebrate 'marriage'
    Singapore shipping names help managing directors Jeremy Grose and Paul Jennings toast P&I mega-merger
  • Report claims seafarer has died in fire on MSC container ship
    Crew member was evacuated after a blaze broke out off the UAE
  • Broker Marsh puts FD&D cover under the microscope
    New report examines how shipowners can find value in legal services cover
  • Comment: Ukraine crisis triggers new Cold War for shipping in the Arctic
    Sanctions and ever-warmer summers are super-charging interest in Arctic shipping and fears of a free-for-all
  • Mitsui OSK Lines orders LNG dual-fuel coal carrier against charter contract from Kansai Electric
    Oshima Shipbuilding will be constructing the LNG dual-fuel 95,000-dwt newbuilding
  • Improving offshore markets help OSV player Sealink slash red ink
    Malaysian charterer and shipbuilder says recovery is being helped by increased demand and shrinking supply of ships

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American Shipper web site
JUNE 8, 2023
  • Labor unrest, canal woes could complicate 'normal' peak season
    This year's peak season could see West Coast labor disruptions coincide with Panama Canal water levels impeding cargo flows to the East Coast.
  • Alaska Airlines trades water ballast for e-waste on Nome cargo flights
    Instead of carrying dead weight to help balance its empty freighters, Alaska Air Cargo is taking waste that will go to a recycling center.
  • Labor slowdowns hinder container processing at Pacific Northwest ports
    Labor disruptions are slowing down ports in the Pacific Northwest as labor negotiations continue.

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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
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Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
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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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