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July 11, 2023

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Exim India web site
JULY 11, 2023
  • India emerges a leader in digital & sustainable trade facilitation
  • CBIC working on advance cargo information system
  • CONCOR Q1 physical volumes
  • E-way bill generation dips in June
  • Pressure on dry bulk freight market seen
  • Call for MEPC 80 climate targets to be followed by robust regulation
  • India's exports to the EU to be impacted by carbon tax
  • APSEZ implements 5S workplace management system
  • CMA CGM PCS in Oran, Alger & Bejaia, Algeria from Indian Subcontinent, Middle East Gulf & Red Sea
  • CII Business Confidence Index up in Q1
  • Network Planning Group under PM Gati Shakti evaluates 5 projects to improve logistics efficiency
  • New GST rules ITC claims in the offing
  • WTO TFA e-learning course launched
  • Sealand Europe & Sealand Americas to be united with the Maersk brand
  • CMA CGM to launch TURAF EXPRESS service connecting Turkey, Malta & Algeria
  • European Commissioner for Energy & Port of Antwerp-Bruges discuss collaboration for making sustainable energy transition a reality in Europe
  • Strategy paper suggests ways to boost engineering exports
  • Samudera Shipping Line takes delivery of new vessel
  • Palm oil import soars 49 pc in June
  • Global levy suggested to achieve 2050 net-zero target

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The Loadstar web site
JULY 10, 2023
  • Carriers start diverting ships from Canada's strike-hit west coast ports
  • OceanX: CMA CGM joins Mærsk's wishful thinking - leader MSC not blinking (yet)
  • D&D charges in freefall as carriers vie to keep shippers onboard
  • Shifting trade patterns see Mexico become biggest exporter to US
  • The long Q2 earnings wait: 'Yield of dreams for the forwarders?'
  • Cargo airlines have India's booming e-commerce traffic on their radar
  • Chinese auto JV follows industry trend and orders new car-carriers
  • MEPC 80: Pats on the back all round...?
  • No speed limit for record XPO, the 2023 leader
  • CSG subsidiaries sue forwarder EV Cargo over unpaid invoices

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Marine Log web site
JULY 10, 2023
  • N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy signs measure giving Ørsted a tax break
    New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy on July 6 signed a package of bills that included one which, according to his office, "will enable New Jersey's first offshore wind project, Ocean Wind 1,
  • VIDEO: Responders to Port Newark RO/RO fire report "considerable progress"
    The response to the Port Newark RO/RO fire that broke out aboard the Grimaldi Group's Grande Costa d'Avorio on the evening of July 5 continued over the weekend. Capt. Zeita Merchant, the

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Container News web site
JULY 10, 2023
  • Maersk vessel to omit Napier due to weather conditions
    Maersk announced that due to the ongoing impact of current weather conditions and high swells on shipping movements at Napier port in Australia, the Liberia-flagged, 6,900 TEU container ship SFL Maui 323S/325N will omit Napier on Southern Star service. Maersk said it took this decision to "mitigate any further disruption to scheduling and to avoid a potential slide on the service." The Danish oce
  • Port of Cork reports strong financial numbers amid slight container growth
    Port of Cork Company reported strong financial performance in 2022, during a year when the Irish port opened the new Cork Container Terminal in Ringaskiddy. The company's turnover increased by 21.5% to approximately US$53 million (€48.41 million) in 2022, and its operating profit grew by 17.7% reaching around US$10 million (€9.16 million). Port of Cork Company said it achieves a steady recovery f
  • Maersk revises Panama Canal Charge
    Maersk has announced the revision of the Panama Canal Charge (PCC) for cargo transiting through the Panama Canal effective from 3 August 2023. The Danish box line said the new tariff levels will be US$175 per 20' container and US$305 per 40' container (incl. high cube & 45' boxes) for the following trade lanes: West Central Asia to/from Latin America Asia Pacific to/from Latin America Africa to/f
  • Air freight forwarder CHI to convert its fleet to climate-friendly trucks with HPC support
    HPC Hamburg Port Consulting (HPC) has supported CHI Cargo Handling International, a provider of air cargo logistics services at Frankfurt Airport, in the conversion of its truck fleet to climate-friendly propulsion with a feasibility study and the successful acquisition of funding. In particular, CHI is planning a pilot project as part of its "Green Logistics" strategy as an entry into carbon dio
  • CMA CGM increases FAK rates from India and Pakistan to North Europe and Med
    CMA CGM has announced an increase in Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates from India and Pakistan to all ports in North Europe and the Mediterranean. The French ocean carrier said the following updated FAK rates will be effective from 4 August and will be applied only to dry containers. From India & Pakistan 20' 40' & 40'HC To North Europe US$1,000 US$1,200 To the Mediterranean US$1,000 US$1,200 The pos
  • Open hatch ship operator joins ICHCA
    International Cargo Handling Coordination Association (ICHCA) welcomed a new member from the ship-owning sector. G2 Ocean, a joint venture between Gearbulk and Grieg Maritime, intends to share and learn from ICHCA's wide network in order to improve safety for both shore-side and sea-going workers. ICHCA International invites all infrastructure owners and operators to join in constructive dialogue
  • Modal 3 launches direct rail service between Rotterdam and Magdeburg
    German logistics service provider Modal 3 has launched for the first time a direct train shuttle to Rotterdam, connecting the Dutch city with Magdeburg in central Germany. Starting in June, Modal 3 will run twice a week back and forth between Rotterdam and Magdeburg. The container shuttle leaves Rotterdam on Sundays and Wednesdays and arrives in Magdeburg on Mondays and Thursdays. In Rotterdam, i
  • PSA Vietnam, Saigon Newport Corporation pen collaboration deal
    PSA Vietnam and Saigon Newport Corporation (SNP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on advancing sustainable port development and strengthening supply chain connections in Vietnam and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region. The MoU emphasises the formation of long-term collaborations between the two firms, with the shared objective of using both side
  • "Opaque" peak season for container shipping
    Freight Investor Services' head of air and containers Peter Stallion said in a Baltic Exchange commentary that heading into July, the outlook for container shipping is becoming more opaque. The situation has been highlighted by unsuccessful attempts to raise Transpacific rates in the middle of record newbuilding deliveries, even as the third quarter is supposed to be the best period of the year f
  • Hong Kong confiscates US$10 million worth of illegal cigarettes hidden in containers
    Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department personnel have seized HK$82 million (US$10.4 million) of contraband cigarettes hidden in two containers in a ship docked in a terminal in Kwai Chung in Hong Kong. Hong Kong confiscates US$10 million-worth illegal cigarettes in containers The ship was intercepted and boarded as it approached the terminal. Twenty-two million duty-unpaid cigarettes were stored
  • ICTSI's Onne Multipurpose Terminal celebrates safety milestone
    International Container Terminal Services, Inc.'s (ICTSI) Nigerian cargo facility, Onne Multipurpose Terminal (OMT) reached a safety milestone after clocking in two million man-hours with zero lost time injury (LTI). OMT attained the landmark two years after it began commercial operations in 2021. A celebration was arranged to honour the achievement, which is more than simply an operational and b
  • Rotterdam sees significant increase in use of solar power on port building roofs
    The number of solar panels on the rooftops of large buildings in Rotterdam's port is rapidly increasing. The solar park on Patrizia buildings along Witte Zeeweg 3-21 on the Maasvlakte was inaugurated on 6 July 2023. Sunrock constructed the solar roof on Witte Zeeweg. The capacity of the 120,000 m² rooftop solar park is comparable to the average annual energy consumption of around 8,000 homes. Sun
  • FCT handles new boxship to deliver cargo between Russia and China via Northern Sea Route
    First Container Terminal (FCT) in the Big Port of St. Petersburg, part of Russian container terminal operator Global Ports, handled the first container ship of the international shipping line Hainan Yangpu NewNew Shipping Co, which will pass through the Northern Sea Route (NSR) to China. More specifically, NewNew Polar Bear is a reinforced ice-class container vessel with a capacity of 1,600 TEUs
  • Port of Tyne implements next-generation Vessel Traffic Services system
    UK's Port of Tyne has unveiled a next-generation Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) system with a modernised architecture and expanded features. The technology improves VTS operators' situational awareness and decision-making. This fully compliant system, deployed by Tidalis, adheres to the standards set by the International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) an

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Splash web site
JULY 10, 2023
  • Ignitis, Ocean Winds win Lithuania's first offshore wind tender
    Ignitis Group and Ocean Winds are expected to be announced as the provisional winners of the 700 MW Lithuanian offshore wind project tender. The tender was won by Ocean Winds, a joint venture between Engie and EDP Renewables, and Ignitis Renewables, a subsidiary of Ignitis Group, as they submitted the highest development fee of EUR ...
  • Petrobras sells FPSO for first-ever recycling in Brazil
    Brazilian state-owned oil and gas company Petrobras has sold its floating, production, storage, and offloading (FPSO) vessel for recycling. The P-32 FPSO, which worked on the Marlim field of the Campos Basin, was sold last week to steel company Gerdau and the Ecovix shipyard. The two will recycle the FPSO in an "environmentally sound" way ...
  • Smart container fleet expected to grow six-fold over the next five years
    The global telematics enabled container equipment fleet is forecast to grow six-fold over the next five years and account for 30% of global box inventories by 2027, driven by wider adoption across the dry container fleet, according to a new report from UK consultancy Drewry. Smart containers have grown in popularity in recent years, a ...
  • DHT seals funds for latest VLCC purchase
    DHT Holdings has revealed a new secured credit facility that will be used to finance recently acquired modern VLCC. End-May, the New York-listed company landed a scarce secondhand capture of a 2018-built VLCC, Maria P Lemos, for $94.5m. The owner of 24 VLCCs has now secured $45m, with Dutch bank ING as agent, to back ...
  • Celsius confirms order for four LNG carriers at China Merchants
    Celsius Tankers, a unit of Danish owner Celsius Shipping, has confirmed a shipbuilding contract with China Merchants Heavy Industry Jiangsu (CMHI) for four 180,000 cu m LNG carriers. A deal, earlier reported by brokers at $235m apiece, marked the official entry of another Chinese yard into the LNG sector. All four ships will go on ...
  • Skyborn enters race for 2.8 GW Swedish offshore wind site
    Skyborn, a portfolio company of Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) has submitted a permit application to the Swedish government to build the 2,800 MW offshore wind farm. The project called Fyrskeppet is located north of Örskar in Uppsala County, about 50 km off the coast and is expected to generate up to 11 TWh fossil-free electricity ...
  • Boxships back up on day 10 of Canada's port strikes
    On day 10 of the strikes at ports across the Canadian west coast there are now clear signs of boxship queues forming. Vessel tracking data shows four boxships waiting off Prince Rupert and nine off Vancouver. With the US branch of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union stating that they will not handle diverted ships ...
  • NYK linked to Hyundai Samho LNG orders
    Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) has been named as the owner behind a recent big-ticket LNG order in South Korea. Clarksons Research has reported the Japanese shipping line as the contractor for two 174,000 cu m units at Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries. The shipbuilder revealed the order in an exchange announcement last week, worth a total ...
  • Ray Car Carriers signs for four newbuilds
    Ray Car Carriers has contracted four 7,700 ceu LNG capable vessels at Hyundai Mipo, with delivery due across the second half of 2026 and first half of 2027. Clarksons Research lists the car carriers as costing $129.5m each. Car carriers have been earning huge sums for the last couple of years with orders piling in ...
  • Australia bans second Briese MPP in a month
    Regulators have banned a second Briese vessel from entering Australian waters in the past month after an inspection revealed "serious deficiencies". The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has issued a 180-day ban on Briese Heavylift's 2012-built multipurpose vessel over multiple failures of the safety management system, a defective emergency generator and defective fire dampers. "The ...
  • West Africa Gas orders LPG carriers in South Korea
    Nigerian owner West Africa Gas has ordered two firm 40,000 cu m LPG carriers at Hyundai Mipo in South Korea due for delivery in 2025 and 2026. The contract has an option for one more. Clarksons Research lists the price per ship as being $70.5m. West African Gas was incorporated 10 years ago as a ...
  • GoodBulk offloads another cape
    John Michael Radziwill-led GoodBulk is reported to be selling his third cape in as many weeks. This time GoodBulk is noted selling the 14-year-old 180,00 dwt for $18.5m. Greek owner New Shipping has been tied to this latest deal. In March, GoodBulk sold two two-year younger sister ships for $26m. Last week Splash noted that ...
  • Key outcomes from MEPC debated
    The 80th gathering of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) wrapped up at the headquarters of the International Maritime Organization on Friday with a revised greenhouse gas (GHG) strategy announced. The levels of ambitions agreed within the revised strategy include peaking GHG emissions as soon as possible and to reach net-zero by or around 2050, ...
  • V.Group acquires Belships Management
    V.Group has moved to buy out Singapore-based Belships Management, a technical and crewing management company established in 1983, currently managing dry bulk vessels for Belships and other international clients. Lars Christian Skarsgård, CEO of Belships, said: "We are thrilled to join forces with V.Group with the aim to create world-class management of our fleet. Through ...

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Lloyd's List web site
JULY 10, 2023
  • Smart container uptake set to accelerate
    Most smart containers in use are reefers. But increasing numbers of carriers are looking to add tracking devices to their...
  • US imports to peak in August, but labour issues continue complicating picture for retailers
    Retailers continue to face headwinds due to ongoing labour issues ahead of imports' expected peak in August. Inbound volumes were...
  • Boxships backlogs brew on Canada's west coast as strike resumes
    As ILWU Canada strike goes on its tenth day, boxships are piling up in anchorages off Canada's west coast
  • CLdN ro-ro declared stable after grounding off Cornwall
    Incident sparks UK search and rescue response, with tourist ferry on standby to assist if required
  • Maersk takes delivery of trailblazing methanol-fuel boxship
    The world's first containership capable of operating on methanol fuel is about to set sail on its maiden voyage to...
  • Suez Canal offers rebates for tankers on certain routes
    Tankers sailing on certain routes between the US Gulf, Caribbean ports and some Asian ports will receive rebates from the...
  • Countries call for IMO to open up to the public
    While there may be instances when live-streaming is not appropriate, 'political sensitivity alone should not be used as a basis...
  • Cosco underlines ambitions for Piraeus
    Chinese-controlled Piraeus box terminal reflects on 13-year rise as OOCL Piraeus call provides proud backdrop
  • The week in newbuildings: Celsius Tankers adds heat to LNG orderbook
    China's CMHI Jiangsu, which has so far built only one LNG carrier, has been contracted to build a quartet, which...
  • GasLog sees carbon intensity worsen as charterers burn more fuel oil
    Although its efficiency rating increased, GasLog's total CO2 emissions decreased in 2022, according to a sustainability report
  • Seafarers 'particularly vulnerable' to alcohol and substance abuse, P&I club warns
    Inebriation or intoxication can impair judgement and ability to perform duties safely, sometimes culminating in incidents, injuries and even fatalities
  • Solvang-controlled Clipper Shipping fined $1.5m in US pollution case
    Clipper Shipping enters plea agreement after investigation into illegal discharge in 2021. The Solvang-controlled company will pay a $1.5m fine...
  • Precise language and standardised metrics key to reducing shipping's greenwashing risks, says study
    A warning has been made that the misuse of words in relation to emission-reduction terms could potentially lead businesses into...
  • NYK firms up sale of Nippon Cargo Airlines
    NYK will receive 3,926,000 shares - or about 0.8% - of ANA Holdings, which will be become the parent of...
  • The week in charts: No ships registered for Ukraine grain deal | Panama flag registry purges fleet | Oil cap deepens Baltic, Black Sea and Pacific port tanker divide
    Tanker sale activity remains focused on older ships. Elsewhere, container volumes are stabilising, but rates are still in a slump
  • Daily Briefing
    Shipping's climate compromise keeps 1.5°C alive, for now | IMO's revised GHG strategy sparks mixed reactions | Governments commit to...
  • ONE seeks diversification to reduce volatility
    Box shipping is volatile by virtue of its dependence on the global economy. Yet another carrier is looking to broaden...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JULY 10, 2023
  • Creditors give Yellow more time for potential talks with Teamsters
    Yellow's lenders, including the US government, gave the company short-term waivers for certain loan conditions, extending its "runway" for winning Teamster support for a restructuring plan.
  • Volume boost, construction snarls Jacksonville's Blount Island drayage traffic
    The problems flared in recent weeks after Ocean Network Express shifted a vessel service out of Jacksonville's other primary container terminal, Dames Point, causing a volume imbalance between the two terminals.

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TradeWinds web site
JULY 10, 2023
  • Steady as she goes the best flight path for Eagle Bulk as analyst weighs options
    With the dust settling around investment from two shipowners, Alliance Global sees leadership status quo as the way forward
  • 'Net-zero' floating LNG project off Canada moves into key engineering phase
    Samsung Heavy Industries and Black & Veatch win contract for front-end work on BC project
  • UN will start removing FSO Safer's 'time-bomb' cargo next week
    Replacement VLCC got the go-ahead to moor alongside the giant, decaying tanker off the coast of Yemen
  • Canada dockers and employers fight over terminal upkeep
    British Columbia Maritime Employer Association accuses unionised dockworkers are trying to 'aggressively expand their scope'
  • Peninsula continues biofuel business with delivery to Norden bulker
    Bunker and tanker group says growing demand in the Mediterranean is keeping its focus on greener fuels
  • Brazil's Petrobras opts to recycle FPSO in Brazil
    Environmentalists welcome the move ahead of massive decommissioning programme
  • DHT reports jump in VLCC earnings in second quarter before a dip in the third
    VLCC owner still has nearly half of days open in the reporting period that just began
  • Alberta Shipmanagement pushes diversification with suezmax newbuildings
    When it comes to ordering tankers, a Greek shipowner is putting his eggs in many different baskets
  • Peninsula enters biofuel supply sector with delivery to Norden bulker
    Bunker and tanker group says growing demand for greener fuel in the Mediterranean prompted its decision
  • Car carrier bull run at risk from encroaching container ships, analyst warns
    VesselsValue's Daniel Nash says box vessels are muscling in as vehicle ships remain sold out
  • GasLog blames charterers as reduced use of LNG as a fuel hits efficiency rating
    Shipowner was told to bunker with more conventional fuel in 2022
  • Secondhand LNG carrier prices rise across all age ranges
    Steam turbine vessels dominate S&P market but buyers are looking at vessels for a range of requirements
  • Italy's Cambiaso Risso and Germany's Leonhardt & Blumberg tie the knot
    Top marine insurance brokers team up to drive consolidation and growth
  • China maintains newbuilding dominance over rivals with major deals in June
    Maersk, CMA CGM and KCC among owners opting for Chinese shipbuilders last month
  • Asyad VLCC trio attracts modest offers amid sluggish S&P market
    Big tankers draw prices that seem relatively low, by recent exorbitant standards
  • Joakim Hannisdahl debuts new shipping fund with focus on tankers and bulkers
    Norwegian investor says stakeholders being given more time to put money into Gersemi Shipping Fund due to demand
  • India's Gatik Ship Management steps into the shadows amid Russia scrutiny
    The 42 ships connected with the Mumbai ship manager in May have dwindled to just four, ownership databases show
  • Celsius Tankers confirms order for LNG carrier quartet in China
    Owner partners private equity firm to fund two ships, while Gunvor has significant stakes in two others
  • Suez Canal releases hefty rebates for crude oil tankers
    Depending on the ports of origin and destination, normal tolls are reduced between 20% and 75%
  • IMO head says 2040 emission target will be 'extremely challenging' for shipping
    Secretary general fends off criticism that new decarbonisation targets are not tough enough
  • Suez Canal announces hefty rebates for crude oil tankers
    Depending on the ports of origin and destination, normal tolls are reduced by up to 75%
  • Tanker IPO may be delayed but don't doubt Stolt-Nielsen's earning power, Clarksons says
    Norwegian chemical tanker owner still has huge long-term potential despite recent setbacks
  • 'Peculiar' naphtha trading patterns boosting product tankers, Gibsons says
    Russian volumes heading to Asia are drawing ships away from mainstream markets
  • Israel's Ray Car Carriers linked to top-dollar Hyundai Mipo newbuildings
    Tonnage provider has ordered four LNG dual-fuel, 7,700-teu vessels worth about $520m
  • US energy major ConocoPhillips trawls shipowners as it launches hunt for LNG vessels
    Energy major seeks a raft of newbuildings and is rumoured to have teamed with a big name-in-the-game on berths
  • Ukraine grain ship pipeline runs dry as last vessels set sail
    The scheme brokered by the UN and Turkey looks dead in the water even before it formally expires on 17 July
  • Tugs unloading handysize bulker aground off Vietnam for 19 days
    Another cargo vessel also brought in to help salvage of the handysize Nemrut Bay
  • Belships hives off ship management arm to V.Group as part of new partnership
    The Singapore technical and crew management operation will continue to handle the Norwegian owner's fleet.
  • Stolt-Nielsen won't be chasing more contracts right now thanks to 'nice' portfolio
    Boss Niels Stolt-Nielsen comfortable with chemical tanker fleet cover as fundamentals on his side
  • Briese sees second MPP banned from Australian waters
    Maritime regulator has now banned five vessels from its waters for extended periods so far in 2023
  • South Korea's KS Shipping sends small gas carrier for recycling in Bangladesh
    Busan Gas part of a clutch of ships sent for recycling at Chattogram while India and Pakistan sit on sidelines
  • Ukraine invasion drives global LNG trade volumes to new record, says EIA
    Europe's LNG imports increased by 65% last year compared with 2021, while US briefly becomes world's top exporter

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American Shipper web site
JULY 1, 2023
  • US containerized imports still outpacing pre-COVID levels
    June volumes of containerized imports were higher than normal and the National Retail Federation predicts more gains ahead.
  • Robot sentries beef up security at Hactl air cargo terminal
    A major air cargo terminal in Hong Kong is deploying robots to monitor security and damaged shipments.

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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
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Arrival ports by:
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- 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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