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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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In the second quarter, container traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -2.8% while in Savona-Vado it grew by +76.3%
Genoa
In the Ligurian capital, the transhipment share decreased, while the Savona port benefited.
Fincantieri records strong growth in half-year financial performance and new orders
Rome
In the first six months of 2025, orders totaled 14.7 billion euros (+93.5%)
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
Cairo
1,248 tankers (-2.7%) and 1,826 other types of vessels (-8.5%) passed through
CMA CGM's net profit fell by 140% in the second quarter.
Marseille
Revenues stable. The French shipping group is interested in acquiring Hutchison Ports' terminals.
Royal Caribbean closes second quarter with record net profit
Miami
The April-June period was very positive
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Omaha/Atlanta
First coast-to-coast cargo rail network
Gurrieri resigns as Special Commissioner of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Trieste
The atypical reverse charge for the logistics sector will become applicable tomorrow
Milan
Ruggerone (Assologistica): one of the most strategic reforms we helped build is being implemented
Policy brief on cyber threats that pose risks to port infrastructure
Tallinn
It was developed by the NATO Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence
Interferry urges the EU Commission to harmonize its shipping decarbonization regulations with those of the IMO
Victoria
Failure to align - the association warned - will force shipping companies to pay twice for emissions.
In the second quarter of 2025, Chinese seaports handled 79.1 million containers (+6.1%)
Beijing
Total freight traffic was three billion tons (+3.3%), of which 1.3 billion tons were with foreign countries (+1.9%).
CK Hutchison announces plans to include a Chinese investor in the consortium to sell Hutchison Ports
Hong Kong
Without the participation of the COSCO shipping group, China would not authorize the sale
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Columbus
The container ship caught fire and sank near the port of Colombo
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
Piraeus
The AHTS "Giant" is leaving
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Milan/Luxembourg
The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
In the second quarter, the port of Valencia handled over 1.5 million containers (+4.0%)
In the first half of 2025, the amount of new orders to Chinese shipyards fell by -18.2%
Beijing
A decrease of -3.5% in new construction completed in the period was recorded
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Trieste grew by +3.7%
Trieste
Bulk cargo increased. Miscellaneous cargo fell by 13.2%.
CMA CGM and TotalEnergies form joint venture for LNG bunkering in the Port of Rotterdam.
Marseille
Agreement to supply 360,000 tons of liquefied natural gas per year to the French group's ships
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Spanish ports decreased by -4.7%
Madrid
All the main product categories are decreasing except for conventional goods
Brookfield Asset Management to sell 49% of British port group PD Ports to Spain's Pontegadea
Middlesbrough
The English company has over 1,400 employees
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
Rotterdam
The port authority is alarmed by the state of crisis in the national industry.
The electrification of the docks in the ports of Livorno, Piombino and Portoferraio is proceeding according to plan.
Third dock for cruise traffic in the port of Catania
Catania
Pier 25's restyling completed
Another quarter of decline in freight traffic at the port of Algeciras
Algeciras
In the period April-June, containers amounted to 1.24 million TEUs (+1.0%)
A new tax applied to cruise passengers disembarking in national ports came into force today in Greece.
Athens
Belgian rail freight company Lineas receives €61 million government loan
Brussels
The measure was approved last night by the restricted council of ministers
ERTMS installation completed on 1,400 kilometers of Italian railway network
Rome
The project is financed with 2.5 billion euros from PNRR funds.
Wärtsilä's quarterly financial and commercial results are positive.
Helsinki
The Marine Electrical Systems division will be sold to the Italian company VINCI Energies.
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
Barcelona
The mayor: For the first time in history, a limit is placed on the growth of cruises in the city.
MSC and Moby have presented their commitments to meet the AGCM's requirements.
Rome
Shipping Agencies Services will sell its 49% stake in Moby, waiving the consideration in favor of the majority shareholder. Moby commits to completely repaying its debt to SAS.
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Washington
Folgiero: Commitment to deliver next-generation capabilities in full alignment with U.S. strategic priorities
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the appointment of four presidents of Italian Port System Authorities.
Rome
The names proposed for the Port System Authorities of the Southern Adriatic, Central-Northern Tyrrhenian, Western Liguria, and Eastern Liguria have been approved. Voting on the Northern Tyrrhenian Authority has been postponed.
Information exchange between state administrations for the digitalization of the maritime sector begins
Rome
The first operational meeting at the Coast Guard General Command in Rome
The Clean Maritime Fuels Platform suggests measures to support the production and distribution of clean marine fuels
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new monthly and quarterly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the period April-June, 29.4 million TEUs were handled (+4.5%)
Sharp increase in cases of seafarers abandoning their ships
London
2,286 crew members from 222 ships involved as of early 2025
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Geneva
North America saw the strongest quarterly growth in imports
In the port of Antwerp-Bruges containers and rolling stock are increasing and other types of goods are decreasing
Antwerp
Traffic congestion continues at the airport, with the situation on the landside becoming critical
A study denounces the delay of European ports in equipping themselves with cold ironing facilities.
Brussels/Pozzallo
The tender to electrify the docks of the port of Pozzallo has begun.
T&E proposes to include more non-EU transhipment ports to avoid carbon leakage
Brussels
The association calls on the EU Commission to reduce the current threshold of 65% of transhipment traffic
Federlogistica urges the immediate establishment of a control room on tariffs
Genoa
The aim is also to eliminate extra costs caused by bureaucracy.
Containerized cargo handled through the port of Singapore fell by 2.9% in the second quarter.
Singapore
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Cairo
The negative trend continued in June and early July
Terminal operators are not at all satisfied with a policy that seems to have no interest in ports
Rome
Cognolato: It is essential to close the ongoing trials on several fronts.
The largest ship ever to dock at Cagliari's Porto Canale at the MITO terminal.
Milan
The container ship "MSC Venice" with a capacity of 16,652 TEU arrived yesterday
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
North Bergen/Metzingen
South Korean HD Hyundai, together with German NEURA Robotics, will develop and test welding robots in shipyards
The toll of the horrific attack on the bulk carrier Eternity C in the Red Sea is still uncertain.
Mandaluyong/London/Brussels
Joint statement by ICS, BIMCO, European Shipowners, Intercargo and Intertanko
In the first half of 2025, bulk cargo increased and general cargo decreased in the port of Marseille-Fos
Marseille
Cruise passengers increase by +5%
The Senate has approved the framework law on interports
Rome
UIR, gives the Italian interport system a modern, orderly and coherent regulatory framework
Carlo De Ruvo was elected president of Confetra
Rome
Among the challenges, the uncontrolled expansion of large logistics groups and their concentration
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Kuala Lumpur
The number of acts of violence against crews is decreasing
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Oslo/Athens/Paris
One of the top three operators in the OT/IoT services market for the maritime and superyacht sectors will be created
Attacks on ships in the Red Sea still cause deaths among seafarers
Portsmouth
Liberian-flagged bulk carrier " Eternity C" targeted
Canadian shipbuilding company Davie acquires second shipyard in Finland
Helsinki/Pori
It will buy the Enersense Offshore shipyard
Amendment on Port Labor Supply Agencies Approved
Rome
Immediate transformation into Agencies authorised to provide temporary port work
Salvini appoints a manager of a private shipping company from Campania as president of the regional AdSP
Rome
This is Eliseo Cuccaro, CEO of Alilauro
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Berlin
This is proposed by an analysis by the International Council on Clean Transportation
IMO and EU condemn renewed attacks on ships in the Red Sea
London/Brussels
Dominguez: New violation of international law and freedom of navigation
In the second quarter of this year, Finnlines' revenues decreased by -5.0%.
Helsinki
Net profit of 26.1 million euros (+7.7%)
Container traffic in the Port of New York remained stable in the April-June quarter.
New York
An increase of +4.9% was recorded in the first half of 2025
The Chamber of Deputies approves the appointment of the presidents of five Port System Authorities.
Rome
They are Davide Gariglio, Francesco Rizzo, Eliseo Cuccaro, Francesco Benevolo and Giovanni Gugliotti
Latrofa appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Port Authority of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea
Rome
Ministerial decree signed
The PNRR tender for interports has been reopened.
Rome
Resources available amounting to 2.2 million euros
Port of Livorno: Workers are the priority in the LTM crisis
Livorno
UPS's quarterly earnings performance declines
Atlanta
Net income in the April-June quarter was $1.28 billion (-8.9%)
Approval for the 2025 budget variation of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
500 thousand euros for the 49% share held by the Port Agency company
FHP Group acquires the remaining 10% stake in Lotras
Milan/Foggia
The integration between Lotras and CFI Intermodal will begin to create FHP Intermodal.
OITAF scientific document on good practices in the logistics and transport of fresh fruit and vegetables
Milan
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has joined the PLIKA
Livorno
Platform dedicated to training, innovation and knowledge sharing in the logistics and port sectors
Matteo Paroli's nomination as president of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been signed.
Rome
He has a degree in law and a specialization in administrative law.
Container throughput increases in Haropa Port, while bulk cargo decreases.
Le Havre
In the first half of this year, containers were 1.51 million TEUs (+4%)
Bureau Veritas reports a 9.8% quarterly increase in revenues in the Marine & Offshore segment
Courbevoie
Kalmar and Konecranes increase new orders in the April-June quarter
Helsinki
The turnover of the two Finnish companies is slightly increasing
Container traffic in the port of Barcelona fell by 12.2% in the second quarter.
Barcelona
Assiterminal threatens a new wave of appeals against regulations it believes are damaging to port operations
Genoa
2M Logistics signs an agreement with Salerno-based Gallozzi
Barendrecht
The Dutch company will represent GF Logistics, a subsidiary of the Italian group, in the Benelux region.
Swiss company Kuehne+Nagel's quarterly profits fell
Schindellegi
In the period April-June of this year, net turnover grew by +1.7%
Yang Ming orders three 8,000 TEU container ships from Nihon Shipyard and Imabari Shipbuilding
Keelung/Imabari
Contract valued at $351.3-394.5 million
Italia Nostra reiterates its strong concerns about the construction of the Fiumicino-Isola Sacra port.
Rome
European maritime cities, destinations for cruise tourism - the association highlights - denounce the phenomenon of over-tourism in the cruise sector
Egypt's first automotive terminal has come into operation at Port Said East.
East Port Said
It can accommodate two car carriers at the same time
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Tepsa has acquired a liquid bulk terminal in the port of Rotterdam.
Singapore/Rotterdam
It was sold by Global Energy Storage Holdings
The Spinelli Group has approved its 2024 sustainability report.
Genoa
Of the company's 616 direct employees, 49% are under the age of 50.
In the second quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by +1.6%
Ankara
Cargoes to and from Italy amounted to 12.7 million tons (+10.1%)
Extension of the Simplified Logistics Zone for Genoa Ports and Dry Ports to the Savona, Vado Ligure, and Bergeggi areas.
Genoa
Approval from the ZLS Steering Committee
Isotta Fraschini Motori has inaugurated a new production line for hydrogen fuel cell systems in Bari.
Trieste
They will be used for naval and land solutions
The Grande Shanghai , the Grimaldi Group's first ammonia-ready car carrier, has been christened.
Naples
It has a load capacity of 9,000 CEUs.
The Port of Genoa, FILT, and UILT have declared a five-day strike at the Bettolo Terminal.
Genoa
Fit Cisl Liguria expressed solidarity with the workers
The tender for the dredging of the commercial dock basin at the port of Ancona has been published.
Ancona
The removal of approximately 730 thousand cubic meters of sediment is planned
Tender for the restoration and enhancement of docks 32 and 33 in the Deep Sea Zone of the port of Savona
Genoa
An investment of over 6.7 million euros is expected
There are 1,100 workers in Palermo directly employed in the seaside tourism sector
Palermo
This year, cruise traffic is expected to grow by 9.4% in the port of the Sicilian capital.
Six-month growth of +9% in freight on the St. Petersburg-India/China maritime route
Fly
FESCO operates six vessels in the service
Port of Trieste: Special Commissioner Gurrieri under investigation for money laundering
Trieste
I am certain - he declared - that I can demonstrate that I acted legally, in full transparency.
Vard signs new contract for the construction of two CSOVs
Trieste
The vessels will be used to support operations in the offshore wind sector
UIR welcomes the publication of the tender for the digitalization of the logistics chain.
Rome
Di Caterina (ALIS): a concrete tool that enhances the needs of businesses and strengthens the logistics system
GNV celebrated its first ten years of activity on the Italy-Albania route
Durres
During the period, the company's ships carried over 1.25 million passengers
A shipment of over 1.2 tons of marijuana was seized at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Reggio Calabria/Catanzaro
Members of a criminal organization that imported drugs from South America through European ports and airports have been arrested.
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build seven 15,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Walden to sell healthcare logistics business to Yusen Logistics
Paris
Exclusive negotiations announced
Solinas (Sardinian Action Party) is not at all satisfied with the state of Sardinian ports
Cagliari
The immediate establishment of a special commission is urged
ANSI welcomes the introduction of the information dashboard for managing private procurement contracts in logistics.
Rome
D'Angelo: it will allow the country to take another step forward
Russo (Confcommercio): excluding road transport from the PNRR funding was shortsighted.
Rome
First bulletin from the Freight Insights Observatory produced by the National Center for Sustainable Mobility
ABB Group posts sharp growth in quarterly financial and business performance
Zurich
In the period April-June the value of new orders grew by +16.0%
Informal consultations have begun on the preliminary proposal for the new Ancona Port Master Plan.
Ancona
Eleven meetings scheduled for July
Program agreement for preparatory and functional interventions for the construction of the bridge over the Strait of Messina
Rome
It was signed today in Rome
Project to develop an ecological station for the treatment of wastewater from ships
Naples
Initiative of the Neapolitan Group of the Cenere and Iello Landing
Assiterminal urges against bringing sediment from the Bagnoli dredging project into the port of Naples.
Genoa
Cognolato and Ferrari: It is essential to safeguard the full functionality of the commercial port's activities.
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach fell 3.4% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
A decline of -16.4% was recorded in June
Paolo Pessina has been appointed vice president of Conftrasporto-Confcommercio.
Rome
He is president of the national federation of maritime agents and brokers
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by -8.2% in the second quarter
Hong Kong
A decrease of -13.7% was recorded in June
Cuneo-based logistics company Nord Ovest is seeing growing financial results.
Wedge
Construction work on a new depot in Mondovì will be completed in early 2026.
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles grows driven by fears of new tariffs
Los Angeles
June saw the highest volume ever recorded for this month
The Management Committee of the Sardinia Sea Port Authority has adopted the DPSS
Cagliari
Green light for the concession to MITO and the appeal against the rejection of Olbia's dredging project.
Three events in Genoa for three new Explora Journeys cruise ships.
Genoa
A technical launch, a coin laying and the cutting of the first sheet metal were carried out at the Fincantieri shipyard
Grimaldi sells 5% of Terminal Darsena Toscana to Livorno Port Company
Naples/Livorno
Option to purchase an additional 5% of the share capital
Concession agreement signed that assigns management of the port of Tartous to DP World
Damascus
It has a lifespan of 30 years
Matteo Gasparato appointed president of the Northern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He was appointed extraordinary commissioner of the same port authority
Meeting in Rome between the heads of ESPO and Assoporti
Rome
Among the topics addressed, the competitiveness of European ports in the current global context
Chinese airline OOCL reports quarterly decline in scheduled service revenues
Hong Kong
Cargo transported by the company's ships is increasing
Collaboration between the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority and the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority
Rome
Agreement with an initial duration of five years
Survey in Germany on the prospects of companies in the maritime, port and shipbuilding sectors
Hamburg
Shipowners are more concerned. Positive prospects for ports and shipyards.
Port of Augusta: Work begins on a third bridge connecting the island to the mainland.
Augusta
Work worth over 20 million euros
Vard signs contract with InkFish for new research vessel
Trieste
The deal is worth more than 200 million euros.
1.1 billion euros will be invested in the port of Hamburg to strengthen the container sector
Hamburg
Improving accessibility and port infrastructure in the Waltershofer Hafen area
Meyer Turku delivered the new Star of the Seas cruise ship to Royal Caribbean
Turku
It has a gross tonnage of 250,800 tons
ESPO calls for increased funding for ports under the next EU Multiannual Financial Framework
Brussels
The CEF programme funds have proven to be far from sufficient
Fincantieri delivers the new Oceania Allura cruise ship to Oceania Cruises.
Miami/Trieste
Two additional Sonata-class ships have been converted into orders.
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
Confindustria event on the sea economy in Rome on July 15th
Rome
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Why Malta is objecting to a new price cap on Russian oil
(timesofmalta.com)
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Uniport: Bringing debris from Bagnoli to the port of Naples would postpone long-awaited dredging.
Rome
Legora de Feo: It's necessary to find alternative solutions.
Taiwanese companies Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenues.
Keelung/Taipei
In the period April-June it fell by -18.7%, -26.5% and -8.6% respectively
The establishment of the Information Dashboard for the management of private procurement contracts in logistics has been approved.
In May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +1.4%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
EU approves joint purchase of port equipment by terminal operators
Brussels
Joint definition of minimum technical specifications of equipment is also permitted
Serbian energy group EPS will import coal through the Montenegrin port of Bar
Bar
Currently imports from Indonesia pass through the port of Constanta
Fincantieri Foundation and Luiss University launch a project to strengthen the safety of underwater infrastructure.
Trieste
Among the objectives, contribute to the definition of a specific regulatory framework
Freewheeling: The government's U-turn on anti-mafia controls in the road haulage sector is a welcome development.
Modena
Franchini: If the government has realized it made a mistake, that's good news.
Agostinelli (AdSP Tirreno Meridionale e Ionio): the amendment that allows for the early transformation of the Gioia Tauro Port Agency is extremely important.
Confindustria's event on the maritime economy will take place in Rome on July 15th.
Rome
The confederation's strategic document on the sector will be presented
Kerala seeks $1.1 billion from MSC in damages over MSC Elsa 3 sinking
Thiruvananthapuram
Temporary detention of the vessel "MSC Akuteta II" granted
Trasportounito requests the cancellation of the renewal procedure of the Central Committee of the Register of Hauliers
Rome
New seizure of a load of cocaine in the port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
16 bags containing 417 kilos of drugs were found in a container
MOL and Kinetics to build world's first floating data center
Tokyo
It will be installed on a vessel of 9,731 gross tonnage
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