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June 13, 2023

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Exim India web site
JUNE 13, 2023
  • Shyam Jagannathan is the new Director General of Shipping
  • Deendayal Port shuts down due to Cyclone Biparjoy
  • Jeddah new port call in Asyad Line's REX service
  • Multi Modal Logistics Park to come up in Pithampur
  • DCI aiming high in FY24
  • NYK affiliate receives maritime industry's first approval for ambient temperature containment system for liquefied CO2
  • Asia-Pacific Supramax & Panamax time-charter equivalent rates slump
  • Supply chain reliability deteriorates, prompting pulling forward of orders ahead of peak season
  • INDIAN PORTS ASSOCIATION
  • Mandatory submission of export & import permits to carriers for all Singapore shipments under Manifest Reconciliation Statement (MRS) scheme
  • Smartphones among five most exported commodities
  • JNPA SEZ is future-ready
  • Task force formed for fresh logistics cost estimate
  • Quay side operation halted at Pipavav
  • DP World incentivises modal shift to rail in UK
  • APM Terminals extends concession of Kalundborg container terminal & introduces new customer services
  • Terminal charges to rise at Australia's Port Kembla
  • Flanders announces Gateway²Britain to make trade with UK frictionless; important role for Port of Antwerp-Bruges
  • India's GDP seen growing at 6-6.3 pc in Q1: Moody's
  • India, US in talks on mutual duty withdrawal
  • New Mangalore Port's new Scale of Rates
  • N. Korean missile tests seen as threat to commercial shipping

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International Transport Journal web site
JUNE 13, 2023
  • Waberer's receives 50 lightweight semi-trailers
  • Bringing the birds back to Britain
  • 1,000 reefers to expand MMX service
  • Two logistics groups join forces in East Africa
  • Ten days paid fertility leave
  • Astral Aviation: scheduled flight to Tel Aviv
  • ASI service to boost Pakistan's trade
  • Canada seizes AN-124
  • Volta Trucks launches service centre in UK
  • Expanded activities in Samea region
  • Stena Line to relocate at Port of Gothenburg
  • Kuehne + Nagel: changes in management team
  • Collecting milk without much noise
  • Automatic small parts store to speed up processes
  • Avianca: a VP to head strategic projects
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Driversim for MIT
  • More capacity at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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The Loadstar web site
JUNE 12, 2023
  • Late peak season on the cards? Some carriers not giving up hope
  • Cyclone shutters already congested ports on India's busy west coast
  • MSC's next (rumoured) EM takeover to take pulse of M�rsk, CMA CGM
  • Pittsburgh Airport 'on a mission' to attract cargo, with SAF as a lure
  • OceanX: Melting pot
  • Things in ocean freight not as bad as they seem, believes Yang Ming CEO
  • Clearer road or more bumps ahead for US trucking: depends who you ask

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Marine Log web site
JUNE 12, 2023
  • Patrik Dahlgren joins NCLH as EVP, vessel operations
    Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) has appointed cruise industry veteran Patrik Dahlgren as its new executive vice president, vessel operations. Dahlgren will oversee marine and technical operations, hotel operations, entertainment,
  • OCI Global will fuel the world's first green methanol powered container vessel
    Amsterdam-headquartered OCI Global (Euronext: OCI) reports that it will be fueling the maiden voyage of the world's first ever green methanol powered containership in a new partnership with A.P. Moller-Maersk. In a
  • Artemis to demonstrate electric foiling CTV at Ørsted wind farm
    Belfast, Northern Ireland, based Artemis Technologies is leading a demonstrator project to prove the offshore wind industry capabilities of its first electric foiling crew transfer vessel (CTV) and daughter craft, the Artemis
  • Ship Repair USA: Where to find funding for repair yard upgrades
    Shipyards are forever looking for ways to find more money for updates, upgrades and new features that will make the shipbuilding and repair process more efficient and cost-effective, and this is especially
  • A2B-online says its bright orange newbuild duo will be very green
    Moerdijk, Netherlands, based A2B-online says that two 650 TEU containerships it has on order at Turkey's Sedef Shipyard have been designed with sustainability in mind and will be equipped with the latest
  • Ship Repair USA: How to quantify and measure propeller damage
    Damage to propellers from ice, debris and corrosion can be a costly fix. Speaking more on this topic at next week's Ship Repair USA conference on June 20-21 in New Orleans is
  • GPA's Lynch: Future of U.S. container trade starts in Port of Savannah
    Domestic and international factors are lining up for the Port of Savannah to set the pace for growth in America's global container trade. That was the message of Georgia Ports Authority (GPA)
  • Corps awards dredging contracts worth over $100 million
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) on Friday announced the awards of dredging contracts totaling $100,195,051. Awarded by three separate engineer districts, they went to:

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Container News web site
JUNE 12, 2023
  • ABP's Port of Ipswich marks record cargo throughput
    UK's port and terminal operator Associated British Ports (ABP) announced that the Port of Ipswich handled over 1 million tonnes of exports and imports from the start of the year until the end of May 2023. ABP highlighted that it is making 2023 a record-breaking year for the port's role in supporting British trade and Suffolk businesses. More specifically, on Tuesday 30 May, around 13,500 tonnes o
  • DSV introduces internal carbon fee to fund new sustainability projects
    DSV, a global transport and logistics company, has launched a global funding programme to invest in sustainability initiatives across the organisation. More specifically, the internal carbon pricing fee is charged to all DSV subsidiaries, and their contributions will be based on the level of CO2 emissions within their operations. The funds generated are being used to invest into innovation progra
  • Toppling crane crushes Wuhu Shipyard security post, kills three
    Three security officers at Wuhu Shipyard were killed when strong winds caused a gantry crane to topple onto a security post in the Chinese shipyard. A press statement released by Anhui Province's Emergency Management Department said that in the incident on 10 June, around 9.20 pm local time, winds reached force 12, blowing over the 450-tonne crane. Wuhu Shipyard, known for building tankers and bu
  • Italy's main reefer container port leverages technology to reduce rehandling moves
    A provider of cloud-based supply chain execution and visibility technology solutions Kaleris has announced the successful implementation of the Navis N4 Expert Decking solution to manage and optimise yard planning at the Terminal Darsena Toscana (TDT). Livorno port's terminal was able to accomplish a lot of goals using N4 Expert Decking as part of its new yard planning strategy such as employing
  • PSA Chennai reaches 10 million TEU milestone
    PSA Chennai in India has recently marked a historic milestone by carrying its 10 millionth container during May 2023. The Indian terminal's strategy for the future is to increase its client base, extend its services, and secure its position as the region's major box terminal. PSA Chennai intends to accomplish this by focusing on the expansion of rail connectivity to connect all major Inland Conta
  • A2B-online orders two sustainable boxships at Turkish shipyard
    A2B-online, a provider of flexible trailer, container and shipping services has announced the construction of two sustainable vessels of 650 TEUs. The company is implementing a fleet revitalisation programme with an eye on the long-term and as it replaces its older tonnage, A2B-online has chosen to construct new boxships focussing on sustainable performance. The new vessels aim to reduce CO2 emis
  • Four STS cranes to boost APM Terminals Mumbai capabilities
    The final batch of equipment at APM Terminals in Mumbai, India arrived on 20 May through the vessel Zhenhua 24, which carried four ship-to-shore (STS) cranes. According to APM Terminals, the crane offloading finished by the end of May. The terminal operator said it is working hard to commission its new equipment and reopen the facility by early September 2023. Also, the company noted it is gettin
  • Cyclone warning: India's major west coast container ports suspend operations
    As "Cyclone Biparjoy" is developing into an extremely severe storm, port authorities on India's Gujarat coast have been told to suspend marine operations until further notice, according to industry sources. The affected ports include Mundra, the country's busiest container handler. "All ships anchored are advised to take all necessary steps for their safety, which include steaming out to high sea
  • Port of Felixstowe receives six new electric rubber-tired gantry cranes
    Hutchison Ports-operated Port of Felixstowe has received six new semi-automated remote-controlled electric rubber-tyred gantry cranes (RCeRTGs) from Finnish manufacturer Konecranes. This is the first part of Hutchison Ports' order for 17 new cranes at the United Kingdom's major container port. The new cranes were unloaded at the port's Trinity Terminal before being moved to Berths 8 and 9, where
  • French terminal operator orders Kalmar electric reachstackers
    Kalmar has agreed to supply two Kalmar electric reachstackers to French multimodal terminal operator BTM. The machines will be used at Terminal Ouest Provence (TOP), a new multimodal terminal set to open in the second quarter of 2024. The new equipment is expected to arrive at the French terminal in the first quarter of 2024. TOP is a new intermodal terminal being built to the north of Marseille
  • Hapag-Lloyd enhances North Europe - America services
    German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd announced changes in two services, connecting North Europe with Latin and North America. In particular, Hapag-Lloyd's Atlantic Loop 5 (AL5) service, which provides links between North European ports and North American regions, will now include a new weekly eastbound call at the port of St. John in Canada. The updated rotation of the AL5 service will be as follows:
  • HMM bids US$233 million for Hyundai LNG Shipping in diversification move
    South Korea's flagship container carrier HMM is understood to have submitted a KRW300 billion (US$233 million) bid for Hyundai LNG Shipping early in June 2023, as the group is reportedly reducing its dependence on box shipping. Hyundai LNG Shipping, which owns 16 LNG carriers and six very large gas carriers, was originally part of HMM, but was divested back in 2014 when the latter began facing fi
  • Port of Melbourne expansion project to boost yard capacity by 50%
    The expansion project of Melbourne Port's Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT) is on schedule to be operational by 2024. After the completion of the US$160 million project, the terminal, operated by International Container Terminals Services, Inc. (ICTSI), is expected to handle two 336-meter container vessels simultaneously, according to the recently appointed VICT CEO Bruno Porchiett
  • US container imports down to pre-pandemic levels
    The United States ports covered by Global Port Tracker handled 10.5 million TEUs of containers in the first half, representing a decrease of 22.3% year-on-year. "Import container shipments have returned to the pre-pandemic levels seen in 2019 and appear likely to stay there for a while," commented Ben Hackett, founder of Hackett Associates. Hackett compiles Global Port Tracker reports together wi
  • HHLA enhances box terminal equipment with three STS cranes from Liebherr
    Port equipment manufacturer Liebherr Container Cranes will supply three big dual trolley ship-to-shore container cranes (STS) to German operator Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) for use at its Container Terminal Altenwerder (CTA) in Hamburg. "The upgraded cranes represent an important step forward in Liebherr's long-standing relationship with HHLA," said Liebherr in a statement. The newly a

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Splash web site
JUNE 12, 2023
  • BW Offshore sheds Espoir Ivoirien FPSO
    BW Offshore has been able to sell one of its three remaining African-based FPSO vessels which it put up for sale.
  • Monjasa adds to fleet with double tanker swoop
    Danish bunker supplier Monjasa has bolstered its operations across West Africa and the Arabian Gulf with a double tanker acquisition. The 2009-built Monjasa Thunder, formerly Solando, has been picked up for $18.5m from Donsotank Rederi, according to VesselsValue data. The 19,991 dwt vessel is currently inbound to Lomé, Togo, following a renewal survey, name change ...
  • Baltic Workboats to build Damen CTVs in Estonia
    Damen has teamed up with Baltic Workboats to build one of its CTV models in Estonia for use in the offshore wind market.
  • Ocean Wilsons reviewing Wilson Sons ownership
    London-listed Ocean Wilsons Holdings has launched a strategic review of its Brazilian maritime services subsidiary, Wilson Sons. The Bermudian investment firm said in a filing that the review, which will consider all potential strategic options, is currently at an early stage and there can be no certainty as to its outcome. Ocean Wilsons owns 57% ...
  • Fredriksen buying DOF stake in upcoming IPO
    Shipping magnate John Fredriksen has committed to buying DOF shares for around $23.2M in the upcoming IPO.
  • A2B-online books multi-fuel containerships in Turkey
    European shortsea container carrier A2B-online has revealed an order at Sedef Shipyard in Turkey for the construction of two 650 teu eco-design containerships. The Dutch-based company, which operates seven boxships, said the new units have been designed with sustainability in mind and will be equipped with the latest technologies to reduce CO2 emissions significantly by ...
  • GC Rieber Shipping to distribute Shearwater stake to shareholders
    Norway's GC Rieber Shipping has moved to give its stake in offshore seismic firm Shearwater Geoservices to investors. The Oslo-listed shipowner is proposing a distribution of 5m shares equal to 8.5% stake it owns in Shearwater as an extraordinary dividend. GC Rieber said it plans to distribute one share in Shearwater for every 17.22 shares ...
  • Jan De Nul fixes wind farm installation duo to RWE
    Belgian marine contractor Jan De Nul has sealed a long-term deal with German utility RWE for two of its next-generation offshore wind installation vessels. The deal covers the exclusive and long-term charter of the heavy lift vessel Les Alizés and the world's largest jackup installation unit, Voltaire. RWE said that both vessels can be used ...
  • New partnership formed to produce green hydrogen offshore Spain and Portugal
    French renewable hydrogen producer Lhyfe has joined forces with Spanish renewables utility Capital Energy to develop offshore renewable hydrogen projects in Spain and Portugal. Under the agreement, the two companies said will work together to create hydrogen production sites at some of the 7.5 GW offshore wind farm sites currently being developed by Capital Energy ...
  • Nancy Karigithu: My bid to make the IMO more proactive
    In just over a month shipping will find out who its next chief regulator will be with voting for the next secretary-general of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) scheduled for July 18, and the winner set to take the reins from incumbent Kitack Lim from January 1 next year. Seven people from four continents have ...
  • GMS scores two contract extensions
    Gulf Marine Services has won two contract extensions in the Gulf Cooperation Council region.
  • Tension remains high along the US west coast
    The war of words between employers and unions at ports along the US west coast continued over the weekend. However, at key terminals there were signs of greater productivity after more than a week of disruption that has caused serious concern among shippers. The employers in the form of the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) said ...
  • Three killed as violent storm topples Wuhu Shipyard gantry crane
    Three people were killed at Wuhu Shipyard in China after heavy winds toppled a crane, as storms caused damage across the country. The deaths occurred after the 450-tonne gantry crane keeled over on Saturday into the security post where the three staff were stationed. Local news outlets report, citing the Emergency Management Department of Anhui province, ...
  • PGS survey contract terminated
    Norwegian seismic player PGS has been informed during the weekend of a 3D survey contract termination involving the . The 2013-built Ramform Titan was contracted by an unnamed major international energy company in late March. The vessel was supposed to begin mobilization for a 3D exploration survey in June with the acquisition to be completed ...
  • NMG Energy sells aframax for $38m
    In the last couple of years, Greek owner NMG Energy has been one of the most active Greek owners in S&P, raking in millions as a smart asset player. In 2022, VesselsValue listed 11 ships out and four in, while in 2021, 10 ships were added while nine ships were sold. The year 2023 appears ...
  • MSC seeks 8,000 teu newbuild series
    The world's largest containerline, Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC), is shopping again in Asia for more newbuilds. Maersk Broker is reporting MSC has approached top yards in China and South Korea for a new series of dual-fuelled 8,000 teu ships, with MSC tipped to be enquiring for both LNG and methanol dual-fuel vessels. MSC, which recently ...
  • Meadway orders handysize bulker at Oshima
    Greek owner Meadway Shipping & Trading has contracted Oshima Shipbuilding for a handysize bulker newbuild, taking its orderbook at Japanese shipyards to eight. No price has been revealed for the 42,300 dwt vessel that the Costas Dellaportas-led outfit expects to deliver in the first quarter of 2026. Handysize newbuilds averaged about $30m this month, as ...
  • Replacement tanker tonnage urgently required
    The skewed demographics of the world's tanker fleet will lead to a shortage of available tonnage in the years ahead, according to a new report from brokers Gibson. A mix of ships trading for longer lifetimes thanks to the growth of the dark fleet hauling Russian cargoes, combined with a minimal orderbook has made for ...
  • Leadership change at Eneti's Seajacks
    Eneti's Seajacks has appointed Sebastian Brooke as its new chief executive officer with immediate effect. Brooke will step up from the chief operating officer position to take over from Blair Ainslie, who has decided to retire after 17 years with the company. The duo formed Seajacks in 2007, and today the UK-based firm has a ...
  • New journalist joins the Splash ranks
    After a global search spanning six months, Splash can reveal today the latest journalist to join the ranks of the fast expanding shipping media company. Bojan Lepic, who hails from Bosnia, is an English language professor turned journalist with years of experience

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Lloyd's List web site
JUNE 12, 2023
  • Bulk carrier detentions on the rise
    The industry group says its members have better performance than the overall average in terms of detentions and deficiencies based...
  • Disruption resumes in the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
    After reporting the situation in US west coast ports has 'improved' on Friday - with the exception of Seattle -...
  • Maersk secures bio-methanol for first dual-fuel vessel's maiden voyage
    The 2,100 teu feeder boxship will bunker with bio-methanol for its maiden voyage from South Korea's Ulsan to Copenhagen in Denmark
  • US set to cross $250m in sales of Iranian oil
    The US has sold seized Iranian cargos worth $207m since 2020, court documents show, although a legal challenge is keeping...
  • Delaying IMO action will increase decarbonisation costs and risk fragmented regulation, UN warns
    The UN Conference on Trade and Development has published its expert review on proposed measures to tackle shipping's decarbonisation under the...
  • Box spot rates give up gains as demand remains subdued
    Gains made in early June have fallen away. Peak season expectations are being lowered
  • Methanol boxship orderbook hits 92 vessels as shortsea operator adds feeder duo
    Small feeder newbuildings will be deployed between Moerdijk, Netherlands and Immingham, UK, and feature methanol-capable propulsion together with a hybrid...
  • SGX looks to develop the BDI as hedging tool
    The lockdown era shone a light on shipping and financial names wanted to be involved but did not know which...
  • OS 35 master gets four-month suspended sentence for Gibraltar collision
    The 53-year-old captain, who has been on bail since his arrest, is due for sentencing later this week in relation to...
  • The week in charts: Increase in incidents of deaths at sea | Russia's dark fleet tankers shift class to India Shipping Register | Carriers' market shares drops post-pandemic
    Capesize rates recover, bauxite trades remain strong even as Indonesia bans exports, US import volumes to continue rising sequentially
  • UN secures insurance cover for FSO Safer operations
    Fidelis MGU has been appointed lead underwriter in a complicated cover for the UN-led operation to safely remove oil from...
  • Ukraine government approves maritime compensation scheme
    Ukrainian officials hope the $500m insurance fund will enable trade outside the framework of the Black Sea Grain Initiative in...
  • The week in newbuildings: Alternative fuel ships provide lion's share of orders
    Shipowners are increasingly ordering new tonnage that is capable of operating on alternative fuels from the outset, or with varying...
  • Bullish outlook remains for tankers, despite Opec+ supply cuts
    China's economy recovery has failed to impress so far, but its demand for crude is expected to have a seasonal...
  • Italian special forces board Türkiye-flagged ro-ro to stop hijack
    Italian armed forces have stormed the Türkiye-flagged Galata Seaways to stop an attempted hijack by 15 individuals armed with knives...
  • Tanker sector facing looming shortage, warns Gibson
    Year-to-date orders for aframaxes and long range twos are at their highest since 2017. There have also been a few...
  • Three killed as gantry crane crashes down in strong wind at China's Wuhu Shipyard
    The 450-tonne crane was not in use at the time of the accident and an investigation is underway
  • Türkiye raises transit fee for straits
    The decision is intended to increase foreign exchange revenues for Türkiye, as the Turkish lira has been sharply depreciating against...
  • Daily Briefing
    Decarbonisation is shipping's D-Day | Increase in incidents of deaths at sea | Dark tankers await clearance into China's oil...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JUNE 12, 2023
  • Maritime employers seek White House help with West Coast contract impasse
    The Pacific Maritime Association hopes Labor Secretary nominee Julie Su can get ILWU negotiators to move closer to a level of wage increases that puts an agreement within reach.
  • Maersk makes 'gap filler' move to secure green methanol for new vessel
    The deal made by the carrier highlights the challenges of securing the supply of green methanol from a global market that is in its infancy.
  • ILWU Canada, employers keep up talks as they await results of strike vote
    Canada's International Longshore and Warehouse Union are set to meet with employers this week, while the union tallies the results of a strike authorization vote.
  • Summer doldrums pressure MPV sector, but long-term view positive
    Sentiment is more positive in the longer term, with industry observers predicting a rebound in rates from 2024 onwards due to stronger cargo volumes and tight tonnage supply.

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TradeWinds web site
JUNE 12, 2023
  • OCI Global to fuel first ever green methanol container ship for Maersk
    Exclusive deal ensures fuel supply for Maersk Solstice's debut this summer
  • Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings creates post focused on newbuildings and refurbishment
    Role will be filled by Robin Lindsay, former vice president of vessel operations
  • Grimaldi boosts Greek holdings with second state port buy
    Italian shipping major has so far spent more than €160m on two government-owned terminals in Greece
  • Turkish shipbuilding steps up a gear with Tersan tanker order
    Methanol-fuelled chemical vessels will be the biggest tankers to be built in Turkey in several years
  • Monjasa buys product tanker double in 'challenging' S&P market
    Capture of Swedish and Singaporean ships will boost bunkering capability in West Africa and the Middle East
  • UN working 'day and night' to boost Black Sea grain exports, says Abdullah Dashti
    Russia warns of long-term impact on the UN-backed programme after ammonia pipeline blast
  • In pictures: Sun shines on shipping at TradeWinds party
    Reception on the Christian Radich brings out famous names from around the world
  • Streetwise: 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
  • BW Offshore sells another FPSO as divestment continues
    Espoir Ivoirien was sold for $20m, one of seven ships the company is looking to shed
  • Market analysis: Has the bubble burst on Japanese dry bulk sale and leaseback deals?
    Higher interest rates, currency concerns and lower demand have led to a halving of market
  • Nimbler Uni-Tankers seals massive turnaround with record profit
    Danish product tanker player says streamlining measures and strong markets have filled its coffers
  • A2B-online inks debut newbuild deal for eco-feeder container ships at Turkish yard
    Company's first order involves 650-teu ships with multi-fuel methanol propulsion
  • Hong Kong recycling convention on the brink after Bangladesh backing
    One more major flag state poised to sign up and mandate the Hong Kong Convention
  • Leif Hoegh leaves Hoegh LNG board after 17 years as new directors come in
    Martine Vice Holter also being replaced by new Hoegh Capital boss Eric den Besten
  • Coach is the company that works with less data to get more results
    CEO says mass of data is unnecessary when you have real ships' information to benchmark against
  • Co-founder Sebastian Brooke takes over as CEO at Eneti's Seajacks
    Former boss and co-founder Blair Ainslie is retiring from UK wind vessel owner
  • Finland's Eckero seeks to cut costs with $22m bond buyback in Oslo
    Cargo ship and ropax owner has money to spend on expensive debt
  • Russian crude cargo arrives in Pakistan after deal struck
    UAE and Marshall Islands-owned tankers are set to discharge Urals crude this week as Russia opens new market for its oil
  • VLCC rates spike 31% as tonnage lists shorten in busier market
    Modern vessels are earning more than $50,000 per day but US inventory stocking could cloud the horizon
  • Hannisdahl brings in Nordea's Flem ahead of Gersemi shipping fund launch
    Norwegian shipping investor adds vessel finance executive from Nordea
  • Container lines urged to go blue in green energy shift
    It might not fit their eco-marketing goals, but fossil-based fuel may make more sense
  • Niki Shipping gives HKC-compliant Indian recyclers some much-needed tonnage to chomp on
    MSC Nicole is one of two ships that cash buyers say has been sold for scrap over the past week
  • High risk insurance cover for 'time bomb' tanker placed in London
    Fidelis MGU named as lead underwriter for comprehensive insurance package
  • BW LPG lunching $50m buyback effort by asking for share offers
    Oslo-listed VLGC owner wants shareholders to make an offer to the company in repurchase effort
  • GC Rieber Shipping giving away $51m Shearwater stake to shareholders
    Norwegian shipowner continuing its pivot into wind shipping by offloading holding in seismic survey spin-off
  • Ukraine agrees compensation scheme for ships damaged by Russian invasion
    Up to $547m has been set aside for the initiative which is hoped will encourage shipowners to remain in the country
  • Podcast: Ocean industries limber up for the burgeoning carbon capture and storage opportunity
    Audio edition of Green Seas visits Nor-Shipping to ask experts about how maritime can capitalise on CCS
  • Sun shines on shipping at TradeWinds party
    Reception on the Christian Radich brings out famous names from around the world
  • Has the bubble burst on Japanese dry bulk sale and leaseback deals?
    Higher interest rates, currency concerns and lower demand has led to a noticeable fall in deals
  • Capesize bulker market gains 36% as iron ore demand rises
    Higher exports of bauxite from Guinea also boost rates, according to an analyst
  • Three killed after shipbuilding gantry crane topples at Wuhu Shipyard
    Hurricane-force winds capsize 450-tonne gantry crane at Chinese yard
  • Italian special forces board ro-ro vessel to catch stowaways
    Cameras spotted illegal immigrants below deck carrying 'sharp' objects
  • Lack of orders means tanker market faces tonnage shortfall, warns Gibson
    Sector may find itself in a similar situation as the oil industry, with a lack of supply to meet existing demand

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American Shipper web site
JUNE 12, 2023
  • FedEx pilots take another step toward 30% pay raise
    The board of the FedEx pilots union has endorsed a contract agreement and sent it to members for an up-or-down vote.
  • Profiting from sanctions: Shipping premiums surge for Russian oil
    Mainstream European tanker owners that are willing to load Russian oil are far outperforming the broader market.
  • US airport agent AGI plans South America expansion
    Alliance Ground International is on an acquisition spree that aims to take it from a midsize domestic ground handler to a global service provider at airports around the world.

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In 2024, cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by +3.5%
Beijing
Increase of +6.9% in traffic with foreign countries. In the first two months of 2025, 1.75 billion tons were moved (+1.6%)
Chinese container maker CIMC posts bumper 2024
Hong Kong
Almost 3.6 million containers sold (+372%). Record revenues
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In February, freight traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -4.4% and in Savona-Vado it increased by +24.5%
Genoa
Cruise and ferry passenger decline
ICS, Trump's proposed measures against Chinese ships risk having significant unwanted consequences, even for the US
Washington
Strong opposition to their introduction also expressed by the WSC
Intercargo, international measures for decarbonisation of shipping must be simple and clear
London
Gkonis: Must not compromise operational efficiency and smooth global transport of essential goods
Port of Barcelona invests 124 million to develop sustainable fuel traffic
Barcelona
Construction of three new moorings at Moll de l'Energia
In 2024, freight traffic in the port of Catania began to grow again. A decline in Augusta
In 2024, freight traffic in the port of Catania began to grow again. A decline in Augusta
Augusta
A total of 7.9 million and 23.0 million tons of cargo were handled
In 2024, the terminal operator HHLA recorded record revenues with a growth of +10.5%
Hamburg
Profit after taxes amounted to 56.4 million euros (+33.1%)
Launch of a public consultation for the updating of the PRPs of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Genoa
The involvement of territorial, economic and social communities is foreseen
ITU, ICAO and IMO highlight risks to maritime and air transport caused by attacks on satellite communications
Geneva/Montreal/London
London Government presents its strategy for decarbonising maritime transport
London
The measures for ports will be defined after a public consultation that will take place in the coming months
For security, military ships are not enough, merchant ships are also essential
London
TUI in talks with shipyards for two new cruise ships for Marella
Hanover
Slots available starting from the 2031 financial year
ANESCO, with the Port Employment Centers, accidents have decreased in the three main Spanish ports
Madrid
67% reduction in lost work days per year
Filt, Fit and Uilt, no to the transformation from "article 18" to "16" of the Livorno port company LTM
Leghorn
Unions ask port authority to block proliferation of new economic entities
Last year Fincantieri recorded record revenues and new orders
Last year Fincantieri recorded record revenues and new orders
Trieste
Folgiero: the first fruits of our strategy and industrial vision have been harvested
COSCO Shipping Holdings revenue increased by +44.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024
COSCO Shipping Holdings revenue increased by +44.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024
Shanghai
In the period, the container ships of the Chinese group's fleet transported 6.9 million TEUs (+13.1%). Containers on the Asia-Europe/Med routes fell
Porto Marghera, renewal of concession to Terminal Rinfuse Venezia
Venice
New 25-year contract. Investments of over 53 million euros expected
In the last quarter of 2024, container traffic alone increased in French ports
Paris
In the whole year, containers amounted to over 5.3 million TEU (+11.5%)
Carnival Sets New Low Season Quarter Records December-February
Carnival Sets New Low Season Quarter Records December-February
Miami
Positive outlook for the remainder of the 2025 financial year
Rail Losing Ground in Transalpine Freight Traffic Through Switzerland
Bern
In 2024, trains transported 25.7 million tons of cargo (-3.7%)
CK Hutchison's Port Division revenues grew by 10.8% last year
Hong Kong
In 2024, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane recorded a net loss of -208 million euros
Rome
Revenues up by +11.7%. The group's freight transported increased thanks to the acquisition of Exploris
Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
Conference to celebrate the centenary of the company
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
VARD to build offshore dive vessel for Dong Fang Offshore
Alesund/Trieste
The contract is worth 113.5 million euros
Next week Italian ports will participate in Seatrade Cruise Global
Rome
Initiative brand: "CruiseItaly - One Country, Many Destinations"
MSC Group Cruise Terminal Officially Inaugurated in the Port of Barcelona
Barcelona
In 2027 it will be equipped with a cold ironing plant
Marcegaglia and Nova Marine Carriers form NovaMar Logistic joint venture
Lugano/Gazoldo of the Ippoliti
A general cargo ship will transport raw materials to the steel group's plants
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Introduced most of the innovative technologies currently available
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
Decarbonisation of maritime transport will be faster in the EU and the US
DHL Acquires CRYOPDP
Bonn/Nashville
The company provides courier services for clinics and healthcare
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Over a million to the port companies of Livorno and Piombino to acquire green vehicles
Leghorn
The ranking for admission to the PNRR-Next Gen Eu contributions has been published
COSCO Shipping Development Co.'s container sales increased by +204.1% in 2024
Shanghai
The related turnover increased by +124.0%
The call for funding for the purchase of electric vehicles in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado has been published
Genoa
Yang Ming Buys Three New 8,000 TEU Containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Construction of a cruise ship for Regent Seven Seas Cruises begins in Marghera
Trieste
Fincantieri will deliver the unit in 2026
Federlogistica establishes operational offices in Spain and Brazil
Genoa
The aim is to go beyond theoretical cooperative relationships
Over a Ton of Cocaine Seized in the Port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
If placed on the market it would have generated over 187 million euros
In 2024, the economic results of Interporto Padova reached record values
Padua
Revenues up +17%
Three ceremonies at the Saint-Nazaire shipyard for three new MSC Cruises ships
Geneva
New flagship "MSC World America" delivered
German railway company DB Cargo reduced losses in 2024
Berlin
Revenues down again. -9.0% drop in freight volumes
NovaAlgoma orders second 38,000 dwt cement carrier in China
Lugano
It will be taken over in 2027
Customs agreement between Italy and Brazil to facilitate trade
Brasilia
Mission of the Customs and Monopolies Agency in the South American nation
A team from La Spezia Container Terminal in Rotterdam to test advanced technologies
The Spice
ECT Hutchinson Ports Training Center Visited
The assembly of Genoese freight forwarders on Monday
Genoa
It will be held at the Palazzo della Borsa in Genoa
Assarmatori, in Italy the ferry segment cannot bear the burden of the EU ETS in a very fragile market situation
Brussels
Messina: Protecting shipping from the ideological excesses of the Green Deal
The website of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard has been renewed
Rome
It has become a single digital access point to documents and services
In 2024, inland waterway freight transport in Germany increased by +1.2%
Wiesbaden
The volume, at 173.8 million tonnes, is the second lowest since 1990.
APM Terminals Granted Port of New York - New Jersey Concession Renewal
New York
Contract for a period of 33 years. Investments of 500 million dollars are expected
Experimentation of crane automation has begun at the Interporto Padova terminal
Padua
The interport company awarded the "Industria Felix 2025 Award"
Container traffic in the port of Algeciras fell by -17.0% in February
Algeciras
Both import-export volumes and transhipment are decreasing
New cruise company Crescent Seas has been founded in Miami
Miami
The fleet, initially consisting of one ship from Regent Seven Seas Cruises, will grow to five units within the next five years
In 2024, the volume of vehicles transported by Wallenius Wilhelmsen's fleet decreased by -9.7%
Oslo
Traffic down on almost all global routes
Agreement between Assoporti and Assologistica and the Florida trade, transport and port authorities
Rome
It was signed today
In April a mission in Albania of The International Propeller Clubs - Italy
Genoa
It will take place on the 9th and 10th in Tirana and Durres
COSCO Shipping Ports revenues rose to a record $1.5 billion in 2024 (+3.3%)
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone, a decrease of -3.0%
SO.RI.MA. (FHP group) granted a concession of an area of 125 thousand square meters in the port of Chioggia
Venice
Investments of 11.5 million euros expected over 25 years
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
Govt. to woo top ten shipping liners in world for Colombo port expansion
(Daily Mirror)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Contship Italia’s intermodal network has been extended to the Gulf Terminal in La Spezia
Melzo
Connections with the inland terminals of Milan, Modena and Padua
Container traffic in the port of Valencia grew by +15.2% last month
Valencia
The overall volume of goods handled increased by +6.8%
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority obtains gender equality certification
Leghorn
It is the first Italian port authority to obtain this recognition
Container traffic growth weakens at ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
Los Angeles/Long Beach
Last month, increases of +2.6% and +13.4% respectively were recorded
Assarmatori, the Italian government's position on the impact of the EU ETS on shipping and ports is good
Rome
Messina: fully understood the risks and distortions of European climate regulation
PSA Italy's Genoa port terminals awarded anti-corruption certification
Genoa
The UNI EN ISO 37001 standard defines the requirements for an effective anti-corruption management system
Assiterminal presents three projects for the sustainable transition of the Italian port sector
Rome
Work completed on docks 33 and 34 of the port of Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia
50,000 square meters of yards prepared
The completion and doubling of the Pontremolese is the dream-nightmare of the La Spezia port community
The Spice
Fontana: Money is not found when enormous resources are channeled into railway lines of dubious utility
Hanwha acquires 9.9% stake in shipbuilding company Austal
Sydney
Investment worth approximately 116 million US dollars
The European fleet is growing but competing fleets are growing at a faster rate
Brussels
Raptis (European Shipowners): investing ETS revenues in clean shipping technologies and fuels
Trasportounito has confirmed the national halt to the transport of goods
Rome
Proclaimed for the duration of five days from March 31st to April 4th
Container traffic in Hong Kong port increased by +9.1% in February
Hong Kong
However, for the second time in the last 25 years, cargo volume was below one million TEU.
Cargo traffic in Greek ports stable in Q3 2024
Piraeus
The increase in volumes transported on domestic routes has offset the decline in traffic with foreign countries
At the Vado Ligure container terminal a 21,000 teu container ship fully loaded
I go to Liguria
The 400-meter-long Cosco Shipping Nebula has landed
UIR proposes a permanent table for the development of intermodality
Verona
The main task is to build a project financing program.
Restructuring plan approved for Spanish company Armas Trasmediterránea
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Creditors' appeal rejected
The decline in cargo traffic at the port of Singapore worsened in February
Singapore
Containerized cargoes amounted to 27.4 million tons (-3.6%)
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