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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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Assarmatori asks for support for Italian seafarers employed on short-haul routes and for the renewal of ferry fleets
Assarmatori asks for support for Italian seafarers employed on short-haul routes and for the renewal of ferry fleets
Rome
Messina: State Aid regime needs to be redesigned for European shipyards
In the first four months of 2025, maritime container traffic between Asia and Europe grew by +4.8%
Tokyo
-6.4% drop in shipments to Asian ports. +9.0% increase in unloading volumes in Europe
The impact on Italy of a possible closure of the maritime route through the Strait of Hormuz would be significant
Rome
The merchant fleet for energy products controlled by the Italian shipping industry interested in these traffics amounts to approximately 80 units.
Cargo traffic in China's seaports grew by +3.7% last month
Cargo traffic in China's seaports grew by +3.7% last month
Beijing
Containers amounted to 26.7 million TEU (+6.1%)
In 2024, 576 containers were lost at sea out of over 250 million transported by ships
Washington
About 200 have fallen from container ships in the Cape of Good Hope region
FMC questions deal exempting World Shipping Council companies from US antitrust rules
Washington
Meanwhile, Sola, appointed by Trump on January 20 to the presidency of the federal agency, is leaving his post today.
The European maritime-port sector nitpicks the reform of the Community customs rules
Brussels
Note from CLECAT, ECASBA, European Shipowners, ESPO, Feport and WSC
EU Council agrees on reform of the Union Customs Code
Brussels
CLECAT is concerned about the persistence of the concept of "Single Liable Person" in the text
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia grew by +2.4%
Civitavecchia
Increase of +9.9% in Gaeta and decrease of -17.1% in Fiumicino
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Accelleron consolida le partnership con Somas e Geislinger per sostenere l'efficienza e la sostenibilità del settore marittimo
Japanese shipbuilding company Imabari Shipbuilding acquires control of fellow Japanese JMU
Imabari/Tokyo
Ownership share increased from 30% to 60%
WTO: New tariffs have given a boost to trade that is unlikely to last
Geneva
Recovery driven by importers who brought forward purchases in view of expected tariff increases
Terminal Investments Limited of the MSC Group acquires 50% of the capital of Barcelona Europe South Terminal
Barcelona
The transaction was authorized by the Port Authority of Barcelona
There are no implementing decrees for the SalvaMare law and Italian citizens are paying for the management of fished waste that is not carried out
Rome
The Marevivo Foundation and the Federation of the Sea report it
In five and a half years, 1,244 tons of drugs have been seized in EU ports
In five and a half years, 1,244 tons of drugs have been seized in EU ports
Lisbon
The largest quantities pass through ports in Belgium, Spain, Holland, Italy and Germany
The International Convention on Ship Recycling will enter into force tomorrow
Copenhagen
BIMCO urges EU to include Indian shipyards in EU list of ship recycling facilities
Assologistica presents the "Cruscotto" project to ensure transparency and legality in the logistics sector
Milan
Ruggerone: it is an infrastructure of trust between clients and operators
Federagenti, cruises cannot and must not become the target of an indiscriminate hate campaign
Federagenti, cruises cannot and must not become the target of an indiscriminate hate campaign
Rome
A "Pact for the Sea" proposed with solutions to tackle overtourism for which passenger ships are not to blame
New step forward for the construction of the underground freight transport system in Switzerland
New step forward for the construction of the underground freight transport system in Switzerland
Bern
Cargo sous terrain plans to build a 500-kilometer system by mid-century
Carnival posts record earnings for March-May period
Carnival posts record earnings for March-May period
Miami
The number of cruise passengers embarked also peaked this quarter
Federlogistica, it is reckless to activate railway construction sites without a concerted plan
Genoa
Falteri: Isolating the port of Genoa from the railway network for three weeks means putting the whole of Northern Italy in difficulty
Multipurpose terminals privatized in eight Saudi ports
Multipurpose terminals privatized in eight Saudi ports
Riyadh
Four will be operated by Saudi Global Ports and four by Red Sea Gateway Terminal
Public debate launched on the project for Pier VIII in the port of Trieste
Public debate launched on the project for Pier VIII in the port of Trieste
Trieste
A total investment of 315.8 million euros is expected
South Korea's HD Hyundai partners with US Edison Chouest Offshore to build containerships in US
South Korea's HD Hyundai partners with US Edison Chouest Offshore to build containerships in US
Seoul
The possibility of building other types of ships and constructing port cranes is foreseen
Rixi: with the Omnibus decree, Phase B of the new Genoa breakwater is guaranteed
Rome
Expenditure of 50 million euros authorised for 2026 and 92.8 million for 2027
Israel-Iran conflict prompts Maersk to suspend calls at Haifa port
Copenhagen
Those at the port of Ashdod will continue instead.
Northern European Nations Commitment to Counter Russian Shadow Fleet
Warsaw
If the vessels do not fly a valid flag in the Baltic Sea and the North Sea - they specify - we will take appropriate measures in compliance with international law.
Freight traffic in French ports stable in the first quarter of 2025
Freight traffic in French ports stable in the first quarter of 2025
The Defense
Containers and liquid bulk on the rise. Increase in unloading loads and decrease in loading loads
Cognolato (Assiterminal): Today more than ever we need a coherent port policy
Rome
All the critical issues highlighted in recent years still remain open - he highlighted.
Alessandro Pitto confirmed as president of Fedespedi
Milan
The Board of Directors, the Board of Arbiters and the Board of Auditors have been renewed
A protest action by Greek seafarers is heated, with the PENEN and PNO unions launching very serious accusations, including mutual ones
Piraeus
The strike, declared illegal by the courts, blocks some ships of the Attica group in the port of Patras
Saipem awarded contract for a phosphate mining project in Algeria that includes the upgrading of the port of Annaba
Milan
The construction of railway lines is also planned
Suez Canal celebrates return of large-capacity containership transits
Suez Canal celebrates return of large-capacity containership transits
Ismailia
Today it was crossed by the vessel "CMA CGM Osiris" which can carry 15,536 teu
IMO, ILO, ICS and ITF urge protection of seafarers' rights against unjust criminalisation
London
The "Guidelines on the Fair Treatment of Seafarers Detained in Relation to Alleged Offences" were adopted in April
Trump's new tariffs also hit container traffic at the Port of Long Beach
Long Beach
In the first five months of 2025, an increase of +17.2% was recorded
Transfer of the port of Carrara from the Ligurian to the Tuscan AdSP not without a discussion with the operators
Milan
Dario Perioli, FHP, Grendi and Tarros ask for it
Up to $768 billion in investments needed to adapt world ports to rising sea levels
New York
Port of Los Angeles Feels Impact of New Tariffs on Container Traffic
Los Angeles
A decrease of -4.8% was recorded in May
Assagenti proposes a task force to solve port, logistics and industrial problems
Genoa
A "problem solver" consultative body composed, in addition to the categories of the maritime cluster, of the manufacturing industries of the North-West quadrant
Cargo traffic at the port of Singapore fell by -4.6% in May
Singapore
New crane overturned for delivery in new Tuas port area
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic on the Swiss rail network fell by -6.4%
Neuchatel
Service performance at 2.35 billion tonne-km, down -8.2%
ANGOPI fears that new measures to ensure maritime continuity will penalise mooring services
ANGOPI fears that new measures to ensure maritime continuity will penalise mooring services
Ischia
Power: it is necessary to remove them from a perverse mechanism
Dutch HES International to operate bulk terminal in Marseille-Fos port
Marseille
The concession contract will have a minimum duration of 30 years
Ibiza government opposes Trasmed's overnight stay on board ferry program
Ibiza/Valencia
It is considered a "clandestine hotel", while the company defines it as a cruise service
Bruno Pisano appointed extraordinary commissioner of the AdSP of the Eastern Ligurian Sea
Rome
He will take up his post next Monday
Federlogistica proposes a comparison between operators on the congestion fee while waiting for a solution from the government
Genoa
In the first five months of 2025, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +10.3%
Joy Taurus
1,813,071 TEUs were handled
Trasportounito, truck waiting times in ports must be paid
Genoa
Tagnochetti: The Port Fee aims to redistribute the costs of all disruptions more equitably
Commissioners of the AdSPs of the Northern Tyrrhenian, Ionian and Western Liguria appointed
Rome/Genoa
Trade unions concerned about the future of Genoa Port Terminal workers
Political instability and green transition are the main problems that shipping faces
London
This is highlighted in the "ICS Maritime Barometer Report 2024-2025"
The new container terminal of the port of Termini Imerese presented
Palermo
Transfer of traffic handled by Portitalia to the port of Palermo
GCMD survey confirms shipping's commitment to decarbonisation
Singapore
Ports concerned about lack of certainty about demand from shipping companies
The EU Commission has re-identified Port Said East and Tanger Med as neighbouring container transhipment ports
Brussels
Road haulage extends congestion fee application to Livorno port
Livorno/Rome/Milan/Genoa
Fedespedi, they do not solve the problems, but have the only effect of increasing costs
The new Border Control Post has been inaugurated in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
The structure cost 15 million euros
In April, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -7.7%
In April, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -7.7%
Cairo
In the first four months of 2025, the decline in maritime traffic was -14.9%
Port of Genoa, green light for extension of concession to Spinelli until September 30
Genoa
Ok also to the extension to the Campostano group
The National Maritime Fund has started the recognition of scholarships
Genoa
They are granted for basic training and security familiarization courses.
RFI and MIT sign the update to the program contract for approximately 2.1 billion
Rome
Around 500 million euros expected for the management of the railway network
San Giorgio del Porto delivers a vessel for the bunkering of liquefied natural gas
Genoa
It was built for Genova Trasporti Marittimi
Pisano (AdSP Liguria Orientale): the ports of La Spezia and Carrara have integrated almost perfectly
La Spezia/Bari
Extraordinary Commissioner of the Southern Adriatic Sea Port Authority appointed
Raffaele Latrofa appointed president of the AdSP of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea
Rome
He is the deputy mayor of Pisa
India's Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Acquires Control of Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard
Mumbai
Investment of approximately 53 million dollars
The Commissioner of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been granted the powers and prerogatives of the Management Committee
Genoa
The measure pending the restoration of the ordinary top management bodies
The Three-Year Operational Plan 2025-2027 of the Central Adriatic Port Authority has been approved
Ancona
Favorable opinion of the Sea Resource Partnership Body
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
It will deal with the physical transformations of the container and the digitalization of processes
Andrea Ormesani is the new president of Assosped Venezia
Venice
The board of directors has been renewed. Paolo Salvaro remains general secretary
Witte (ISU): In 2024, the ship salvage sector stabilized from the low of two years ago
London
Finnish Elomatic to Install Tunnel Thrusters on 11 Carnival Cruise Ships
Turku
The works will begin next autumn and will end in 2028
The Assarmatori assembly will be held in Rome on July 1st
Rome
"Mediterranean against the current" the theme of the meeting
Fincantieri has delivered the new cruise ship Viking Vesta to the American Viking
Trieste/Los Angeles
It was built in the Ancona shipyard
The Genoa Coast Guard has placed the container ship PL Germany under administrative detention
Genoa
Italian Navy orders two new Multipurpose Combat Ships from Fincantieri
Trieste
The order to the shipbuilding company is worth 700 million euros
MSC Group to manage cruise services in the ports of Bari and Brindisi
Bari
Ten-year concession with possibility of extension
German Kombiverkehr Returns to Profit in 2024
Frankfurt am Main
The level of revenues remained unchanged at 434.6 million euros.
Deltamarin to design the six new ro-pax vessels ordered by Grimaldi for the Mediterranean routes
Turku
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
The practice of subcontracting in European logistics is creating a parallel labour market where rights are not enforced
Brussels
"Sorry, We Subcontracted You" Report Presented
Tomorrow Grendi will launch the group's fourth ship on routes to and from Sardinia
Milan
"Grendi Star", with a load capacity of 2,800 linear meters, will connect Marina di Carrara and Cagliari
FREMM frigates operational support contract signed between Orizzonte Sistemi Navali and OCCAR
Taranto
The agreement has a total value of approximately 764 million euros
Call to reform the entire driver training system in the transport sector
Rome
Seven proposals presented
In the port of Gioia Tauro, the Guardia di Finanza soldiers seized 228 kilos of cocaine
Reggio Calabria
Two dockers arrested
Port of Livorno, new observatory to find solutions to the problem of port congestion
Leghorn
Marilli: We will seek solutions to reach the possible revocation of the port fee
Lockton PL Ferrari closed the last fiscal year with gross revenues of 34 million dollars
Genoa
Insurance premium volume rose to 350 million
Polish Trans Polonia Group acquires Dutch Nijman/Zeetank Holding
Tczew
It specializes in the transportation and logistics of liquid and gaseous products
d'Amico Tankers Sells Two 2011-Built Tankers for $36.2 Million
Luxembourg
They will be delivered to buyers by the end of July and on December 21st.
The Italian Merchant Marine Academy plans 13 new free courses
Genoa
Over 300 positions available
A delegation of Wista Italy visits the ports of Catania and Augusta
Catania/August
The association is made up of women who hold positions of responsibility in the maritime, logistics and trade sectors.
In the first five months of 2025, the port of Algeciras handled 1.9 million containers (-6.3%)
Algeciras
Empty containers decreased by -5.5% and full ones by -6.4%
Reway Group enters the port railway infrastructure maintenance sector
Licciana Nardi
Two contracts awarded by the AdSP of the Eastern Ligurian Sea
Delcomar and Ensamar take over maritime services with the smaller Sardinian islands
Cagliari
The tender for the six-year concession of the connections has been awarded
Port of Trieste, the newly appointed Gurrieri torpedoes the newly appointed Torbianelli
Trieste
Russo (Pd): it's a squalid power game
Singapore's SeaLead expands its maritime shipping offering to connect Turkey and Italy
Singapore
Route connected to services transiting the Suez Canal
The US Container Security Initiative program has been extended to Morocco
Rabat
Amrani: Let's consolidate Tanger Med's role as a safe and world-class maritime hub
Very positive first quarter for Greek Euroseas
Athens
Pittas: the positive momentum continued in the second quarter
Assonat and SACE present a plan for Italian tourist ports
Rome
Kuehne+Nagel has opened a new branch in Naples
Milan
The aim is to support the operational growth of the group in Southern Italy
RINA has acquired the entire capital of Finnish Foreship
Helsinki
The Helsinki-based company specializes in consulting in the field of marine and mechanical engineering.
Container traffic down at Barcelona and Valencia ports in May
Barcelona/Valencia
Resumption of containers in transit at the Catalan port
Annual cargo traffic in Greek ports stable in 2024
Piraeus
Domestic volumes are growing, while foreign trade is decreasing
Perplexity of freight forwarders, customs agents and maritime agents of La Spezia at the transfer of the port of Carrara to the Tuscan AdSP
The Spice
Timidly, they "hope for consideration for the progress made so far"
Francesco Mastro appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Southern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He will take up office on June 30th.
John Denholm to be new president of the International Chamber of Shipping
Athens
He will take over from Emanuele Grimaldi in a year
Extraordinary commissioners of the two Ligurian Port System Authorities have been installed
Genoa/La Spezia
Matteo Paroli and Bruno Pisano at the helm of the institutions
Container traffic at Hong Kong port drops sharply in May
Hong Kong
1.05 million TEUs were handled (-12.7%)
Assogasliquidi-Federchimica shows the way to accelerate the decarbonization of road and maritime transport
Rome
Amadei: Our sector is ready and the time has come for courageous industrial choices
Eagle S tanker command blamed for cutting submarine cables in Gulf of Finland
Advantages
The accident was caused by the ship's anchor
Online platform to report critical issues that put transport workers at risk
Genoa
It was prepared by Fit Cisl Liguria
GNV to create a direct summer connection between Civitavecchia and Tunis
Genoa
It will run alongside the historic route via Palermo
The unification of Grimaldi's concessions in the port of Barcelona has been completed
Madrid/Barcelona
The contract expires on September 20, 2035.
In the first five months of 2025, cargo traffic in Russian ports fell by -4.9%
St. Petersburg
A decrease of approximately -12% was recorded in May
Raben Logistics Group Creates Subsidiary in Türkiye
Milan
It will have 20 employees and a 2,000 square meter cross-dock warehouse
Alberto Dellepiane confirmed as president of Assorimorchiatori
Rome
The composition of the entire association leadership remains unchanged
Agreement between Fincantieri and Indonesian PMM to develop solutions to face new unconventional underwater challenges
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 Assarmatori assembly will be held in Rome on July 1st
Rome
"Mediterranean against the current" the theme of the meeting
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Structural adaptation works on dock 23 of the port of Ancona awarded
Ancona
Intervention worth over 11.8 million euros
Conference on the role of LNG and bioLNG for the decarbonisation of transport and industry
Rome
The Federchimica-Assogasliquidi event will take place on Monday in Rome
Dutch Bolidt increases presence in cruise ship sector with acquisition of American Boteka
Hendrik Ido Ambacht
Contship Italia has acquired the Genoese customs services company STS
Melzo
The Ligurian company was founded in 1985
Francesco Benevolo has been appointed extraordinary commissioner of the AdSP of the Central-Northern Adriatic Sea
Rome
He is the operations director of RAM - Logistics, Infrastructure and Transport
Montaresi resigns as commissioner of the Eastern Ligurian Port Authority
The Spice
In the eight months of administration - he underlines - we have not lost even a second
Gurrieri has been appointed extraordinary commissioner of the AdSP of the Eastern Adriatic Sea
Trieste
Pending the completion of the formal process for the designation of the president
The commissioners of the AdSP of Western Liguria have handed over their mandate to Minister Salvini
Genoa
The decision is part of the process of designation and nomination of the new leaders
Confetra criticizes the provisions of the decree-law Infrastructure for road transport
Rome
The Confederation urges the blocking of the process of appointing the presidents of the port authorities
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw revenue decline in May
Keelung/Taipei
The decline is accentuated for the two main companies
South Korea's KSOE wins order to build eight 15,900 TEU containerships
Seongnam
The unit value of each vessel is approximately $221 million.
First port terminal for car traffic of Greek Neptune Lines
Piraeus
It will be inaugurated next year in the French port of Port-La Nouvelle
The assembly of the association of Genoese maritime agents and brokers will be held on June 16th
Genoa
Round Table on Genoa, the hub of the North West and the Mediterranean
BN di Navigazione Board of Directors Renewed
Genoa
BluNavy aims to reach one million passengers by 2025
Viking Line designs world's largest all-electric ro-pax vessel
Viking Line designs world's largest all-electric ro-pax vessel
Åland
Record Monthly Container Traffic at Turkish Ports
Ankara
In May, almost 1.4 million TEUs were handled (+17.6%)
Sergio Landolfi has been elected president of the Customs Association of the Port of La Spezia
The Spice
The board of directors has been renewed
The ferry industry elite will attend the Interferry conference in Salerno in October
Victoria
Event titled "Connections"
Uniport launches an initiative to support ALS research
Rome
Fundraising for the NeMO Clinical Center Serena Foundation Onlus
The Propeller Club of Genoa has analyzed risks and opportunities of using AI in the maritime and insurance sectors
Genoa
The importance of training in the use of technology was highlighted
Chantiers de l'Atlantique delivers luxury cruising yacht Luminara to The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
Saint Nazaire
The ship will debut in Alaska
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