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October 17, 2023

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Exim India web site
OCTOBER 17, 2023
  • Prime Minister to inaugurate Global Maritime India Summit (GMIS) 2023 today
  • NYK's world first LNG-fuelled Panamax commences operation
  • Amendments in Para 4.10 (i) of the Handbook of Procedures, 2023
  • New CII Clause for Voyage Charter Parties
  • Changes/improvements to be considered in dangerous goods transport regulations
  • Inland waterways transport proving to be a game-changer: PM
  • Priya Ranjan Parhi appointed Director (IM&O), CONCOR
  • Kerala CM welcomes first-ever ship to Vizhinjam Port
  • DP World raises $1.5 billion through a Green Sukuk to support its global decarbonisation efforts
  • Saudi Ports Authority registers growth in container & overall cargo in Sept.
  • HMM re-launches Intra-Asia service
  • Antwerp Port's new rail connections
  • Port of Salalah on track for record volumes in its 25th year of operation
  • Govt reviewing FOB price of contract for Basmati exports
  • Twenty pc duty on parboiled rice exports extended to March 2024
  • China's exports, imports dip in Sept.
  • "One-stop shop" solution for participation in EU emissions trading launched

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International Transport Journal web site
OCTOBER 17, 2023
  • Linking Spain and France without border stop
  • FedEx Express digitises shipment paperwork
  • AAL expands in Taiwan with Wallem
  • German vehicles to decarbonise Saudi Arabia
  • IWT picks Janeta Toma
  • Flying a first satellite from Japan to New Zealand
  • Tyremotive: an eco-friendly facility in Kitzingen
  • Loco pulls 6,400 t trains - even in rough terrain
  • German ports for a green future
  • Kenco strengthens life sciences division
  • "Vienna Cargo Day": a premiere in Airport City
  • DBJ joins Blue Vispy Consortium
  • EV three-wheelers made in India
  • A new hub in Vietnam
  • A promotion for Tania Galli
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Cargo performance in Africa

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The Loadstar web site
OCTOBER 16, 2023
  • Israel update: force majeure, congestion and war-risk premiums, but carriers still booking
  • Straight from shipyard to anchorage - long-term ULCV lay-ups loom
  • Rise in long-term contract requests shows air cargo is normalising
  • OceanX: The Big Bang Theory, but now what?
  • X-Press Feeders sees Chittagong losses rise thanks to locals-only rule
  • Inditex partnership with Maersk shows it has designs on greener transport
  • Older CRJ freighters prove resilient, but only with niche operators

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Marine Log web site
OCTOBER 16, 2023
  • Bonnie G grounding response continues
    U.S. Coast Guard Southeast reports that crews responding to the Bonnie G grounding incident conducted successful salvage and dive operations over this past weekend off Cyril E. King Airport, in Saint Thomas,
  • Columbia launches female cadet mentoring program
    As part of its bid to attract more women into the maritime sector, the Columbia Group, which includes Cyprus headquartered Columbia Shipmanagement, has launched a mentoring program aimed at female cadets. Recognizing
  • Exmar LPG orders first two ammonia-fueled oceangoing ships
    Antwerp, Belgium, headquartered Exmar LPG BV, a joint venture between Exmar and Seapeak, has ordered what will be the first ever oceangoing vessels to be propelled by dual-fuel ammonia engines: two midsize

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Container News web site
OCTOBER 16, 2023
  • Bolloré Logistics USA opens new facility in California
    Bolloré Logistics USA has announced the launch of a new distribution center in Ontario, California. The 10,300 m² facility is located near the Ontario International Airport. This location offers proximity to downtown Los Angeles and the main suburbs as well as close access to the main interstate freeways connecting to Nevada and North and South California, said the company. Moreover, this new ope
  • 5 Different Types of Conveyor: Which is Most Suitable for Your Company and Your Employees?
    There are many examples of conveyor systems to weigh up, with each suiting the needs of certain businesses more than others. Here are the main contenders and the features they offer to help you choose. Understanding Belt Conveyors When it comes to conveying goods along a path, belt conveyors are often your go-to choice. They're versatile and can carry a wide range of materials, both in size and w
  • The Promising Future of Car Technology
    The automotive industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, driven by rapid advancements in technology. From electric powertrains to autonomous driving features, the future of car technology holds the promise of safer, more efficient, and more enjoyable driving experiences. In this article, we'll explore the exciting developments in automotive technology, including a glimpse at the Cupra F
  • METIS adds EU Emissions Trading Scheme to total emissions management functionality
    METIS Cyberspace Technology added new functionality to its cloud-based Total Emissions Management solution. In particular, this solution allows ship owners and operators to make best use of the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS). According to METIS, as well as supporting IMO's Data Collection System metrics for a ship's Average Efficiency Ratio and Carbon Intensity Indicator, and EU monitoring rep
  • Deloitte and Nexxiot ink strategic collaboration agreement
    Deloitte, recognised for its broad variety of services such as audit, consultancy, financial advising, risk management, tax, and legal services, is collaborating with Nexxiot, known for its experience in digitalising supply chain assets such as shipping containers and railcars. Nexxiot's sensor network and Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities provide significant insights into supply chain in
  • MITSUI E&S and Liberaware use small-sized drone to inspect internal structure of container crane
    MITSUI E&S and Liberaware, a developer of small non-GPS drones, conducted a demonstration experiment by inspecting the interior structure of the quayside container crane using the small industrial drone "IBIS" which was particularly developed for indoor spaces. In order to improve the safety and quality of container crane internal structure inspection, instead of using the traditional inspection
  • Container truckers threaten to boycott PSA Mumbai over gate congestion woes
    Frustrated over persistent gate congestion and excessive turnaround delays, container trailers serving India's Nhava Sheva Port (JNPA) have issued a boycott notice for PSA Mumbai, also known as Bharat Mumbai Container Terminals (BMCT). PSA Mumbai/BMCT is one of five container terminals at Nhava Sheva. A confederation of trailer groups - handling local container moves -- has complained that driver
  • Asia's US-bound container exports grow in September after 13 months of decline
    Container exports from ten major Asian economies to the United States totalled 1.61 million TEUs in September, up 5.2% from the same month in 2022, in the first year-on-year increase after 13 months. China was the top source of US-bound shipments, transporting 942,548 TEUs, up 6% year on year, the first rise after 13 months. Those from Vietnam and Singapore were also positive, up by 0.2% to 153,6
  • Bolloré Logistics opens renovated headquarters in Shanghai
    Bolloré Logistics Greater China has unveiled its newly renovated headquarters, which are located in Shanghai. The updated building combines the elements of nature and embraces the harmony between natural and man-made materials. Additionally, the office was designed with the goal of reduced carbon emissions and allowing a reduction of 28.7% compared to the previous office. According to Bolloré Log
  • Maersk and Inditex team up to reduce shipping emissions
    Inditex, parent company of fashion brands such as Zara and Massimo Dutti, has partnered with Maersk to reduce its global greenhouse gas (GHG) footprint from seaborne logistics by incorporating alternative fuels. Through the ECO Delivery Ocean programme, Maersk replaces fossil fuels on its ships with green fuels, like green methanol or second generation biodiesel based on waste feedstocks. This is
  • Tive announces one millionth tracker sold
    Tive, a real-time, end-to-end shipment visibility solution provider, has sold its one-millionth tracker. Since the company's inception, Tive trackers have generated 3.3 million real-time shipment alerts notifying customers of unexpected excursions due to location, temperature, humidity, shock, or light-enabling them to fix shipping issues before they become problems. Overall, Tive trackers have t
  • WinGD to power EXMAR LPG's first ammonia-fuelled vessels
    WinGD, a Swiss marine power firm, will supply ammonia-fuelled X-DF-A engines for a series of two 46,000m3 LPG/ammonia carriers to be built at Hyundai Mipo Dockyard for EXMAR, a provider of floating solutions and a joint venture of EXMAR and Seapeak. The two 52-bore X52DF-A engines will be among the first WinGD ammonia-fuelled engines to enter operation in the second quarter of 2025. The order mar
  • MITSUI E&S receives order of 30 cargo handling cranes for Port of Haiphong
    Port of Haiphong Joint Stock Company (CHP), a subsidiary of Vietnam Maritime Corporation (VIMC), ordered six ship-to-shore gantry cranes (Mitsui-Paceco Portainer) and 24 rubber tyred gantry cranes (Mitsui-Paceco Transtainer) from MITSUI E&S Co. Ltd. In particular, CHP is currently constructing the container terminal in the Lach Huyen area in Hai Phong City, which is located in the northern part o
  • San Pedro Bay ports to receive up to US$1.2 billion federal grant to boost zero-emission initiatives
    The San Pedro Bay ports' efforts to help seed a robust green hydrogen market to assist in the pursuit of zero-emissions operations got jump-started this week with an announcement from the US Department of Energy that it will award a grant of up to US$1.2 billion to a public-private partnership formed to lead California's bid to create a hydrogen hub The ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles, which
  • MOL to install Starlink service on more than 200 vessels after successfull trials
    After the announcement of Danish shipping giant Maersk about its cooperation with Elon Musk's Starlink , Japanese transport company Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) decided to install Starlink satellite communication service on 233 ocean-going vessels managed by MOL Group ship management companies. The group plans to have about 140 vessels equipped with the system by the end of fiscal year 2023. Starlin
  • BIMCO adopts new CII clause for voyage charter parties
    The shipping sector is facing a rise in new rules from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the European Union (EU), as well as an increased urgency for decarbonisation. "As the shipping industry works towards decarbonisation, the need for new contracts and clauses increases. We are working constantly to ensure that BIMCO's contracts and clauses are fit for purpose as the regulatory

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Splash web site
OCTOBER 16, 2023
  • Tanker hits mine in Black Sea
    A Liberian-flagged products tanker struck a mine on Sunday in the Black Sea near the Bystroe Canal between Romania and Ukraine. The 6,620 dwt , owned, according to shipping databases, by Turkey's Palmali, reportedly sustained damage to the starboard side and ballast tanks with no injuries to the crew. Security consultants Ambrey said the tanker ...
  • Montreal Port Authority gets $110m for new container terminal
    Transport Canada has awarded CAD 150m ($110m) for the construction of a new container terminal for the Montreal Port Authority in Contrecoeur, Quebec. The previous design-build-finance-operate-maintain (DBFOM) procurement process from November 2021 to handle both the terminal's construction and operation did not provide any bidders since circumstances like interest rates and inflation changed sin
  • Finland takes action to protect energy infrastructure
    Following suspected sabotage of a gas pipeline linking with Estonia, Finland is taking emergency measures to protect national energy infrastructure. Access is being restricted at part of the port of Inga, which houses one of the country's two floating LNG terminals. In total, the Finnish government has identified 230 sites where it will restrict access ...
  • Exmar takes the lead with ammonia-powered gas carriers set to deliver in 2026
    Belgian owner Exmar will become the first shipowner in the world to take delivery of ammonia powered ships in the first half of 2026. Exmar has two 46,000 cu m LPG carriers contracted earlier this year with Hyundai Mipo Dockyard, with these ships set to be able to operate on ammonia or LPG. The engines ...
  • Pressure mounts on Indonesia to release three Indian crew under house arrest
    Indonesia has been accused of illegally holding three Indian seafarers from a beached ship under house arrest, using them as leverage to get money from the ship's owner to cover the costs of removing the wrecked ship. The 5,000 dwt dirty tanker was carrying 1,900 tonnes of asphalt from Dubai to Indonesia and got hit ...
  • Starlink to be installed on 233 MOL vessels
    Elon Musk's Starlink is gaining fleet after fleet with its high bandwidth internet offering. Last week, Maersk announced it would install Starlink across its entire fleet. Today, Japan's largest shipowner by dwt, Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL), said it would install the technology on 233 of its ocean-going vessels, with plans to get them on 140 ...

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Lloyd's List web site
OCTOBER 16, 2023
  • P&I clubs still working out insurance implications of alternative fuels
    'We think it's going to be a headache and we think we need to invent the aspirins,' says West of...
  • The week in newbuildings: Economou boosts large bulk carrier orderbook
    Orders of the 210,000 dwt newcastlemax series for George Economou-led TMS Bulkers in China have now reached eight vessels
  • Falling west coast boxship calls show impact of slower speeds
    The number of transpacific sailings remains below normal for the time of year. Boxships speeds are also continuing to slide
  • Tankers and bulk carriers to report softer third-quarter earnings
    Shipping is at a pivotal point as companies decide whether they will continue to return profits to shareholders or invest...
  • Race to raise CII ratings boosts biofuel bunkering
    Biofuel bunkering demand has risen thanks to shipping companies aiming to ratchet up their CII ratings. The outlook for demand...
  • Exmar's new gas carriers could run on ammonia 'as of day one'
    Exmar already carries ammonia as cargo and says its two dual-fuel ammonia newbuildings will be ideal candidates to run on...
  • Former Cexim president Liu arrested in anti-graft dragnet
    Before moving to the Bank of China, Liu Liange worked at Cexim for 11 years and oversaw the ship finance...
  • MSC sells 13th boxship for HKC recycling
    Latest boxship to be sold for scrap brings the total number of recycling sales this year to 54 vessels with...
  • Carrier profits had little impact on inflation
    High freight rates for container cargoes were accused of driving up inflation during the pandemic. While profits did surge, the...
  • Product tanker rates could surge on European diesel shortage, says Poten
    Unusually low diesel inventories in Europe have developed ever since the imposition of sanctions against Russia. This could mean higher...
  • The week in charts: Unscrutinised attestations to keep Russian oil price cap alive | Grain laundering fleet undergoes major reshuffle | Ship recycling volumes rise
    Box rates remain depressed, first vehicle carrier recycling sale since 2021 and containership charter rates still declining
  • MOL to add Starlink internet service to over 200 vessels
    Several shipping companies and managers have adopted the service to improve seafarers' well-being and help data sharing between ships and...
  • Russia sends vessels carrying Ukrainian crew to back of queue for berthing and loading
    Probably simpler to sign off Ukrainian seafarers prior to Russia calls, owners advised
  • Tanker market poised for further gains after strong rally
    Oil tanker owners' sentiment has turn bullish across all segments with higher rates and more cargo sources available in the...
  • Renewable energy firm Orsted to receive US subsidy for Maersk green methanol supply
    Renewable energy firm Orsted will receive government subsidies in the US for its green methanol project that has Maersk as...
  • Russian strikes reduce export potential of Ukrainian ports by 40%
    Ukrainian government is looking to expand a temporary corridor in the Black Sea that opened to international shipping last month
  • Laskaridis orders six kamsarmaxes in China
    Recent spate of newbuilding contracts highlights gulf in price between dual-fuel and conventional vessels
  • Daily Briefing
    Shipowners and insurers rely on unscrutinised attestations to keep Russian oil price cap alive | Russia's suspected grain laundering fleet...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
OCTOBER 16, 2023
  • Labor peace drives West Coast rebound in market share of Asian imports
    Discretionary cargo is returning to the West Coast as the confidence of retailers is boosted by ratification of the longshore labor contract in late August and the ability of the ports to immediately handle more cargo.
  • Norfolk continues to drive warehousing boom in Southeast US
    Demand for industrial warehousing is surging along the Southeast US, with Virginia attracting more than 11 million square feet in the last three years.
  • US wind industry navigates deep waters to meet ambitious offshore target
    Meeting the Biden administration's target of 30 gigawatts of offshore wind energy installed by 2030 will require floating offshore wind, which means building new, specialized port facilities to facilitate development in much deeper waters.
  • Global shippers take lead in drive for green ocean transport
    Encouraging cargo owners to pay more for green ocean services remains a challenge, but carriers are reporting growing momentum from shippers aiming to cut Scope 3 emissions.
  • CMA CGM's NY-NJ 'home' offers it Southeast Asia trade growth: Saade
    CMA CGM chairman Rodolphe Saade said he is seeing more customer demand than ever for Southeast Asia services that will eventually call at the carrier's two recently acquired terminals at the Port of New York and New Jersey.

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TradeWinds web site
OCTOBER 16, 2023
  • Freshly scrubbed: How fuel spreads led an analyst to cut Eagle Bulk's earnings estimate
    B Riley Securities expects Gary Vogel-led midsize bulker specialist to turn first loss of 2023
  • Carnival and CSSC joint venture Adora Cruises sells 2000-built ship
    Co-owner Carnival Corp confirms offloading Costa Atlantica
  • US reportedly nearing deal to ease sanctions on Venezuela
    Move to pull back restrictions on oil exports hinges on meetings between Maduro government and opposition
  • MPC Container Ships hives off more vessels as boxship market worsens
    Tonnage provider offloads trio of feeders to Turkish carrier Arkas
  • Turkish tanker damaged in collision with sea mine in Ukrainian waters
    Product carrier Ali Najafov named in reports but the crew is said to be unharmed
  • VLCCs keep climbing as rates are tipped to rise even in the face of Middle East conflict
    Clarksons says Saudi Arabian cuts to production prevented much higher rates - and those could unwind
  • VLCCs keep climbing as rates tipped to rise even in the face of Middle East conflict
    Clarksons said Saudi Arabian cuts to production prevented much higher rates - and that those could unwind
  • Clarksons tips tankers to set new rate records as Frontline poised to profit
    John Fredriksen's company is in vanguard of earnings charge despite 'aggressive' debt financing of Euronav deal
  • Alba Tankers signs up 20 tankers to Seaber's optimisation platform
    Danish owner aims to increase efficiency through cooperation with Finnish technology company
  • Yes Sire, No Sire: Tanker regime highlights divide in global fleet
    The Sire 2.0 programme championed by oil majors is being rolled out this year with a focus on the ability of crew to confront threats
  • Golar LNG's floating LNG production unit Hilli celebrates 100th cargo
    World's first LNG carrier-to-FLNG vessel has proved most productive
  • Clarksons tracks tanker surge through Suez Canal as drought curtails Panama transits
    Researcher David Whittaker says two vital waterways are in focus amid shifting cargo patterns
  • Iran pushes back against 'dark fleet' crackdown
    Tehran says move at International Maritime Organization deviates from its 'technical' remit
  • Galbraiths reveals lower director pay as profit jumps before Ifchor merger
    UK shop also says 2023 has started well as it begins new post-merger era
  • Mitsubishi Ore Transport strikes five-year charter deal with mining giant Rio Tinto
    Japanese bulk carrier owner to supply post-panamax bulker newbuilding to the mining giant
  • Cambiaso Risso launches global division on back of UK-based P&I desk
    Nicky Ellis joins as third member of new London-based P&I team
  • BW LPG's new gas trading operation roars back into profit in record VLGC markets
    Singapore shipowner's Product Services arm rebounds from weaker second quarter
  • Galbraith's reveals lower director pay as profit jumps before Ifchor merger
    UK shop also says 2023 has started well as it begins new post-merger era
  • Qatar's LNG shipowner Nakilat inches up third-quarter profit
    All eyes on whether company will net QatarEnergy newbuilding slots
  • Exmar's Carl-Antoine Saverys steps into spotlight with bold ammonia move
    CMB cousins taking similar tack with bulkers but Exmar LPG strikes first firm orders
  • Clarksons-backed fixture platform Sea teams with Spot Ship to deal with email deluge
    Clarksons-backed venture finds another partner to boost service
  • Greece's Byzantine Maritime places first tanker in Navig8 pool
    Owner's new MR Katherine Lady brings eco pool to 13
  • ClassNK estimates 80m gt of zero-emission ships needed annually to meet carbon targets
    Japanese class society calls for 'collective effort' to achieve goals
  • Exmar LPG takes plunge with world's first ammonia-fuelled newbuildings
    'That's a revolution in our shipping industry,' says executive director
  • Veteran vessel hit by serious fire in Denmark as cargo burns
    Fire crews succeeded in bringing blaze under control on the Ann Rousing in 30-hour operation
  • Pole Star Global buys StratumFive in latest maritime tech tie-up
    Sanctions and screening specialist adds weather and voyage optimisation to its portfolio of services
  • Viewpoint: Good is not the enemy of the perfect fuel solution - and it's the best place to start
    Arguing about which fuel might be 'better or worse' contributes nothing to overcoming challenges, says Methanol Institute boss
  • Fresh bout of Greek kamsarmax bulker ordering comes to the fore in China
    Qingdao Yangfan captures lion's share of fresh newbuildings booked by Lavinia Bulk and Star Bulk
  • European diesel shortages may jack up product tanker rates, says Poten & Partners
    Shipbroker believes cargoes from further afield are boosting trade for bigger ships at the expense of MRs
  • Disruption feared for ships with Ukrainian crew at Russian ports
    New temporary rules introduced from Monday could bar shore leave and crew changes for Ukrainian seafarers, says American Club
  • Fresh bout of Greek kamsarmax ordering comes to the fore in China
    Qingdao Yangfan captures lion's share of fresh newbuildings booked by Lavinia Bulk and Star Bulk
  • MSC keeps big recycling lead over closest top-five liner rivals
    MSC Levina is the 13th vessel to leave Swiss liner giant's fleet on a final voyage to Alang's recycling beach
  • European diesel shortages may jack up product tanker rates, says Poten
    Shipbroker says cargoes from further afield are boosting trade for bigger ships at the expense of MRs
  • Podcast: The rise and risk of Arctic shipping traffic
    Audio edition of Green Seas explores the environmental consequences of shipping as the 'frozen north' thaws
  • Britoil's Florent Kirchhoff dubs Vroon offshore fleet a 'perfect fit'
    Chief executive puts growth on the back burner as Singapore-based offshore player digests giant deal
  • Alternative fuelling choices not going to get any easier in 2024
    Industry shifts into a multi-fuelled era as owners juggle decarbonisation options
  • Shipyards set fair as decarbonisation demands drive fleet renewals
    But shipyards still face labour, steel pricing and financial headwinds

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American Shipper web site
OCTOBER 16, 2023
  • How Middle East war could impact global LNG, LPG shipping
    A leading exec in liquefied gas shipping gives his take on war in the Middle East, market fundamentals and shipping stocks.
  • Uptick in airfreight rates creates mirage of market recovery
    The air cargo market has pulled out of its 1.5-year dive, but analysts say don't be deceived by the slight seasonal improvement. Real growth is many months away.

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ESPO: The EU Parliament's Budget Committee's request for more funding for transport, energy and infrastructure is welcome
Brussels
The importance of financing TEN-T networks to enable their adaptation for both military and civilian dual-use purposes was highlighted
Solidarity contribution for the families of port workers who are victims of accidents at work
Rome
It was established by the National Bilateral Port Authority
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore Division Reports Record Quarterly Revenue
Neuilly-sur-Seine
New historical peak also for the classified fleet
PSA reportedly considering selling its 20% stake in Hutchison Ports
Singapore
This is according to "Reuters", which had already floated this hypothesis at the end of 2022
Federagenti, Italy must give a sharp acceleration to the projects of ZES, free zones and Special Logistics Zones
Rome
Pessina: There is no space for reflections prey to bureaucracy
In the first quarter of this year, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -5.8%.
Rotterdam
Both disembarkation (-3.1%) and embarkation (-11.9%) loads are decreasing
Increase in container cargo is not enough for the port of Antwerp-Bruges to avoid a -4.0% decline in quarterly traffic
Antwerp
The decline in liquid bulk cargoes worsened (-19.1%)
The China Shipowners' Association considers the measures taken by the US against Chinese ships a typical example of unilateralism and protectionism
Beijing/Washington
The WSC reiterates that such measures could undermine American trade, harm U.S. manufacturers, and undermine efforts to strengthen the nation's maritime industry.
COSCO Expresses Strong Opposition to US Planned Taxes on Chinese Ships
Growing share of new entrants in European rail transport sector
Madrid
In 2023, rail freight transport performance decreased by -8%
New Chinese Ship Taxes That Will Only Raise Prices for Americans
Washington
The executive vice president of the US Chamber of Commerce denounced it
Tax amounts set for China-linked vessels arriving at US ports
Washington
Calculated on the basis of net capacity or container volume, they will be applied from October and will be progressively increased
International tender launched to award concession for new Casablanca port shipyard
Casablanca
It is the largest in Africa and has been unused since 2019
Federlogistica, the industry must stop approaching logistics only in terms of costs
Genoa
Falteri: a national control room composed of representatives of the logistics sector and industrial groups is necessary
ABB closes positive first quarter even if revenue growth is lower than expected
Zurich
Wierod: Our consolidated local-for-local approach protects us from the trade war
New global minimum wage deal for seafarers
Geneva
The level will rise to $690 from January 1, 2026 to reach $704 from 2027 and $715 from 2028.
Global trade in goods could fall by -1.5% this year
Geneva
WTO predicts. Okonjo-Iweala: Persistent uncertainty threatens to slow global growth, with serious negative consequences for the world
In 2023, around two-thirds of all goods moved in the EU were transported by sea.
Luxembourg
In the period 2013-2023, only the share of road transport increased, while that of other modes decreased.
Postal shipments of goods from Hong Kong to the US suspended
Hong Kong
Hongkong Post faces exorbitant and unreasonable tariffs due to unjustified and intimidating actions of the United States
Confitarma highlights the need for the decarbonisation strategy not to penalise shipping compared to other modes
Rome
Zanetti: also ensure that the implementation process takes into account the operational needs of the industry
Intercargo and Intertanko raise concerns over shipping decarbonisation deal
London
The complexity of the measure adopted by the IMO and the unusual procedure from which non-governmental organizations were excluded were highlighted
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
London
Sharp increase in incidents in the Singapore Straits
Interferry welcomes IMO agreement on decarbonisation of shipping, but finds strategy too complex
Victoria/Piraeus
Greek Shipowners' Association disappointed by failure to recognise essential role of transition fuels such as LNG
International Labour Organization Recognizes Seafarers as Key Workers
London
ITF and ICS: a historic moment
CMA CGM to acquire 35% of Egypt's October Dry Port
Cairo
The company operates a dry port in the industrial and logistics zone near Cairo
MSC Group's TiL to Take Full Control of Hutchison Ports Terminals
New York
Bloomberg reports this, specifying that the Panamanian terminals would be jointly managed with BlackRock
Draft regulation on decarbonisation of shipping approved by MEPC includes mandatory fuel standard and pricing of greenhouse gas emissions
London/Washington/Brussels
The establishment of a Fund to collect resources deriving from the pricing of emissions is foreseen
MIT indicates Matteo Paroli as new president of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Rome/La Spezia
The La Spezia port community also requests a name for the Eastern Liguria Port Authority
Task force of five associations for the relaunch of Italian rail cargo
Rome
Initiative by Agens, Assoferr, Assologistica, Fercargo and Fermerci
Confitarma underlines the importance of the shipping decarbonisation strategy being defined at IMO
Rome
The Italian Confederation specifies that it shares some of the USA's concerns
WSC Reiterates Trump's Measures for National Maritime Industry Are Bad for U.S. Economy
Washington
Kramek: Ready to support the administration with constructive proposals
Fincantieri and Accenture establish joint venture Fincantieri Ingenium
Trieste/Milan
The aim is to drive the digital transformation of the ship product and port logistics
Meyer Werft has delivered the new luxury cruise ship Asuka III to NYK Cruises
Papenburg/Emden
It has a capacity of 744 passengers and 470 crew members
As Trump formalizes measures to revitalize America's maritime industry, the nation's ports face a dramatic decline in traffic
Washington/Geneva
Okonjo-Iweala (WTO): With the escalation of trade tensions between the US and China, the exchange of goods between the two economies could decrease up to 80%
CK Hutchison denies allegations of breach of concession contract for Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa
Panama
Panama Ports Company emphasizes that it has complied with all legal obligations and contractual commitments
US Does Not Participate in IMO Negotiations on Shipping Decarbonization, Threatens Reciprocal Measures
London
Expressed opposition to any attempt to impose economic measures on ships based on greenhouse gas emissions or fuel choice
T&E urges MEPC to agree clear and ambitious measures to decarbonise shipping
Brussels
It is necessary - the association underlines - to set binding objectives
Meyer Yachts will build an ultra-luxury residential mega yacht for Ulyssia Residences
Miami
The ship will be 320 meters long and will be built at the Papenburg shipyard
Le Aziende informano
Il retrofit ibrido-elettrico di ABB guida i traghetti dei laghi italiani verso un futuro più sostenibile
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Helsinki/Naples
Order at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Weihai)
Viking orders two cruise ships from Fincantieri with option for two additional units
Los Angeles/Trieste
The two ships under construction in Ancona for the American brand will be the first in the world to be powered by hydrogen stored on board
Federlogistica, the possible collapse of road transport is a risk for the country
Genoa/Modena
Ruote Libere reports that the government only needs to allocate a little money to avoid having to deal with the real problems of road hauliers
Second edition of the European Maritime Transport Environmental Report published
Lisbon/Copenhagen
The new report indicates that promising progress has been made in several areas
WSC, MEPC must provide clear measures to decarbonise shipping this week
Washington
Wood-Thomas: It is not possible that these decisions can be postponed to guidelines developed in two years
Konecranes revenues increased by +7.7% in the first three months of 2025
Helsinki
343 million euros of new orders for port vehicles (+37.5%)
Kuehne+Nagel posts first quarter of growth
Schindellegi
The logistics group's net sales amounted to 6.33 billion Swiss francs (+14.9%)
Application by TDT (Grimaldi group) for the construction and management of 50% of the Terminal Darsena Europa in Livorno
Leghorn
The company has requested an extension of the duration of the current concession
In 2024, 58 million invested in the modernization of the ports of Livorno, Piombino and the island of Elba
Leghorn
The final budget and the annual report of the AdSP have been approved
EIB advice to strengthen climate resilience of the ports of Volos, Alexandroupolis and Patras
Luxembourg
It will assist port authorities in identifying and managing climate risks
In the first quarter the port of Valencia handled 1.3 million containers (+3.4%)
Valencia
Transhipment traffic decline
The Management Committee of the Central Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has unanimously approved the 2024 financial statement
Naples
SOS LOGistica will acquire the qualification of Third Sector Entity
Milan
The association currently has 74 members
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Barcelona and Algeciras decreased
Barcelona/Algeciras
Hupac transfers intermodal service with Padua to Novara
Noise
Until now the other terminal was the one in Busto Arsizio
PSA SECH has operated the first 400-meter train at Parco Ferroviario Rugna
Genoa
Capacity up to 20 pairs of trains per day
The 2024 financial statement of the Eastern Liguria Port Authority was unanimously approved
The Spice
The war clearance preparatory to the expansion of the Ravano Terminal in La Spezia is nearing completion
The Spice
The AdSP has invested over 600 thousand euros in it
Francesco Rizzo appointed president of the AdSP of the Strait
Rome
He has repeatedly denounced the uselessness of the construction of the bridge over the Strait
US aircraft attack Yemeni port of Ras Isa
Tampa/Beirut
38 dead and over a hundred injured
In 2025 Stazioni Marittime predicts an increase in ferry and cruise traffic in the port of Genoa
MIT Mobility Report Highlights Rising Demand for Both Passengers and Freight
Rome
In the first quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports decreased by -5.6%
St. Petersburg
Both dry goods (-5.3%) and liquid bulk (-5.8%) are decreasing
Andrea Giachero confirmed as president of Spediporto
Genoa
The board of directors of the association of Genoese freight forwarders has also been renewed for the three-year period 2025-2028
Study for monitoring vehicular traffic in the ports of Venice and Chioggia
Milan
Order awarded to Circle and Arelogik
In Italy, the rail freight transport sector is in deep trouble
Geneva
Fermerci calls for making traffic incentives structural and increasing and for refinancing the incentive for the purchase of locomotives and wagons
Global Maritime Forum report on optimising ship calls to reduce emissions
Copenhagen
Virtual arrival and just-in-time arrival approaches proposed
In the first quarter of this year, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +15.5%
Joy Taurus
Construction of the "Dockworker’s House" has begun
GNV has taken delivery of the second of four new ro-pax vessels in China
Genoa
"GNV Orion" will be able to accommodate 1,700 passengers and transport up to 3,080 linear metres of cargo
After ten quarters of decline, container traffic in the port of Hong Kong returns to growth
Hong Kong
In the first three months of this year 3.39 million TEUs were handled (+2.1%)
Fincantieri acquires stake in WSense
Rome
The ninth FREMM unit "Spartaco Schergat" delivered to the Italian Navy
The new edition of the Practical Manual of Maritime Traffic has been presented
Genoa
Written by Assagenti, it turns fifty
Container traffic at the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles increased by 26.6% and 5.2% in the first quarter
Long Beach/Los Angeles
Trump's tariffs impact imminent
In the first three months of 2025, the port of Singapore handled 10.5 million containers (+5.8%)
Singapore
In weight, containerized traffic recorded a decrease of -1.4%
Regulations signed for LNG bunkering at Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa
Genoa
Define the methods of transferring fuel from ship to ship
Historic shipbuilding brands Uljanik and 3.Maj on the verge of extinction
Zagreb
The State confirms its intention to sell the shipbuilding activities at the two sites of Pula and Rijeka
Cambiaso Risso has completed the acquisition of the French Somecassur
Genoa
The transalpine company specializes in the insurance of super and mega yachts
New weekly train service between the port of Gioia Tauro and Verona
Joy Taurus/Verona
Operated by Medlog for the transport of refrigerated goods
EBRD looking for strategic partner for development of Moldovan river port of Giurgiulesti
London
International competition launched
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Turkish ports set new first-quarter cargo traffic record
Ankara
Historic peak of cargo imported from abroad
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +37.6%
Taranto
Increase of 854 thousand tons of solid bulk and 265 thousand tons of conventional goods
DEME buys Havfram, a company that installs offshore wind farms
Second Right/Washington
Transaction worth approximately 900 million euros
Rail transport of convoys for Rome Metro started from Reggio Calabria
Rome
Contract awarded by Hitachi Rail to Mercitalia Rail
In 2024, the volumes handled by Magli Intermodal Service decreased by -2%
Rezzato
Turnover stable
Yang Ming records first decline in turnover in March after 14 months of growth
Keelung/Taipei
Evergreen and WHL revenue growth continues
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of Germany's Schenker by Denmark's DSV
Brussels
The impact on competition in the markets in which the two companies operate is considered limited
Fincantieri - Kayo Agreement to Promote the Development of the Shipbuilding and Naval Industry in Albania
Trieste
Possible creation of a hub for shipbuilding and refitting in the region
Recent slight reduction in logistics costs for new factory vehicles
Brussels
Montaresi (AdSP Liguria Orientale) awarded with the "Port Oscar"
Miami
The event has reached its eighteenth edition
In the first three months of 2025, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +9.3%
Hong Kong
Revenues up +16.8%
The AdSP of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas wins in appeal against Zen Yacht
Joy Taurus
Company ordered to pay back rent
A large shipment of cocaine was seized in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
Two tons of drugs identified by Customs and Financial Police personnel
Navantia renews agreement with American cruise group Royal Caribbean
Miami
To date, the Cadiz shipyard has carried out maintenance, repair and refurbishment work on 45 of the group's ships.
Record cruise traffic expected in Italian ports this year
Miami
Cemar believes that growth will not stop even in 2026
HII-HHI Agreement to Accelerate US and South Korean Naval Production
National Harbor
The aim is to strengthen the naval industrial base of the two nations.
Panama Ports Company Accused of Violating Terms of Concession Agreement
Panama
Panama's Auditor General announced the filing of criminal charges
Colombo West International Terminal has become operational
Ahmedabad
It has a traffic capacity of 3.2 million TEUs
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
The new multifunctional border control structure PCF - PED/PDI Point completed in the port of Gioia Tauro
Joy Taurus
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
MSC Group's new cruise terminal inaugurated in Miami
Miami
It can accommodate three large ships at the same time
In February, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +2.1%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo increases, miscellaneous cargo declines
In 2024, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane recorded a net loss of -208 million euros
Rome
Revenues up by +11.7%. The group's freight transported increased thanks to the acquisition of Exploris
Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
Conference to celebrate the centenary of the company
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
VARD to build offshore dive vessel for Dong Fang Offshore
Alesund/Trieste
The contract is worth 113.5 million euros
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
It will take place at the headquarters of the Port Authority of Genoa
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Next week Italian ports will participate in Seatrade Cruise Global
Rome
Initiative brand: "CruiseItaly - One Country, Many Destinations"
MSC Group Cruise Terminal Officially Inaugurated in the Port of Barcelona
Barcelona
In 2027 it will be equipped with a cold ironing plant
Marcegaglia and Nova Marine Carriers form NovaMar Logistic joint venture
Lugano/Gazoldo of the Ippoliti
A general cargo ship will transport raw materials to the steel group's plants
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Introduced most of the innovative technologies currently available
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
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