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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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Terminal Intermodale Venezia, concession contract renewed
Venice
The duration of the agreement is 25 years. Investments of over 100 million euros are expected
Ahead of the election, Australia is arguing over who will oust China's Landbridge from the Port of Darwin
Darwin/Strathpine
Assurances to this effect were given by both Prime Minister Albanese and opposition leader Dutton.
US tariffs will cause a four percentage point reduction in the expected volume of world trade
Geneva
The World Trade Organization believes so
84% of new constructions ordered by the Italian navy will be built in China
Rome
Analysis by the Confitarma Study Center on the possible impacts of US duties on the national shipping industry
GNV ships will call at Algerian ports for the first time
Genoa
In summer, the weekly connections Sète-Algiers and Sète-Bejaia will be activated
Boluda Towage and Marsa Maroc to operate towage services in the new port of Nador West Med
Valencia
Denton (ICC): Trump's tariffs pose a crucial challenge to rules-based trade governance
Denton (ICC): Trump's tariffs pose a crucial challenge to rules-based trade governance
Paris
Rather, he stressed, multilateral solutions are needed to resolve the long-standing inefficiencies and inequalities in the global trading system.
Guerrieri appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Leghorn
The mandate granted by MIT has no expiration date
APM Terminals buys the Panama Canal Railway Company
The Hague
The company operates the railway line parallel and adjacent to the Panama Canal
Piloda plans a hub for ship repair, refitting and demolition in the port of Brindisi
Naples
Expression of interest for the reconversion and reindustrialization of the former coal power plant area
Kuehne+Nagel to handle spare parts logistics for Changan electric cars in the European market
Schindellegi
Agreement with the Chinese car manufacturer
A.P. Møller Holding submits offer to acquire entire share capital of towing company Svitzer
AP Møller Holding submits offer to acquire entire share capital of towing company Svitzer
Copenhagen
The Mærsk family investment company already owns 47.0% of the company
Public interest declared for MSC, Neri and Lorenzini's project for a new container terminal in Livorno
Slight annual growth in freight traffic in Italian ports driven by containers
Slight annual growth in freight traffic in Italian ports driven by containers
Rome
In the container segment, the strong increase in transhipments offset the decline in imports and exports
Turkey's Desan Shipyard in talks to take over Mangalia shipyard
Bucharest
The Tuzla plant is much smaller than the Romanian one
Six international shipping associations present a guide to planning safe navigation
London
TUI awards Fincantieri contract for two new cruise ships for Marella Cruises
Hanover/Trieste
Deliveries are scheduled for 2030 and 2032
ESPO urges EU and Member States to allocate funds to decarbonise ships and ports
Brussels
Earmarking Innovation Fund proceeds to stimulate demand for clean marine fuels
China Antitrust Launches Investigation into Hutchison Ports' Panama Terminal Sale
Beijing/Hong Kong
Panama Ports Company operates the Balboa and Cristobal ports
PSA posts annual revenue growth, but profits fall
Singapore
Sharp increase in operating costs across the board
Temporary Port Labor Supply Company in Cagliari Extended for Another 18 Months
Cagliari
In 2024, cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by +3.5%
Beijing
Increase of +6.9% in traffic with foreign countries. In the first two months of 2025, 1.75 billion tons were moved (+1.6%)
Chinese container maker CIMC posts bumper 2024
Hong Kong
Almost 3.6 million containers sold (+372%). Record revenues
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In February, freight traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -4.4% and in Savona-Vado it increased by +24.5%
Genoa
Cruise and ferry passenger decline
ICS, Trump's proposed measures against Chinese ships risk having significant unwanted consequences, even for the US
Washington
Strong opposition to their introduction also expressed by the WSC
Intercargo, international measures for decarbonisation of shipping must be simple and clear
London
Gkonis: Must not compromise operational efficiency and smooth global transport of essential goods
Port of Barcelona invests 124 million to develop sustainable fuel traffic
Barcelona
Construction of three new moorings at Moll de l'Energia
In 2024, freight traffic in the port of Catania began to grow again. A decline in Augusta
In 2024, freight traffic in the port of Catania began to grow again. A decline in Augusta
Augusta
A total of 7.9 million and 23.0 million tons of cargo were handled
In 2024, the terminal operator HHLA recorded record revenues with a growth of +10.5%
Hamburg
Profit after taxes amounted to 56.4 million euros (+33.1%)
Launch of a public consultation for the updating of the PRPs of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Genoa
The involvement of territorial, economic and social communities is foreseen
ITU, ICAO and IMO highlight risks to maritime and air transport caused by attacks on satellite communications
Geneva/Montreal/London
London Government presents its strategy for decarbonising maritime transport
London
The measures for ports will be defined after a public consultation that will take place in the coming months
For security, military ships are not enough, merchant ships are also essential
London
TUI in talks with shipyards for two new cruise ships for Marella
Hanover
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ANESCO, with the Port Employment Centers, accidents have decreased in the three main Spanish ports
Madrid
67% reduction in lost work days per year
Filt, Fit and Uilt, no to the transformation from "article 18" to "16" of the Livorno port company LTM
Leghorn
Unions ask port authority to block proliferation of new economic entities
Last year Fincantieri recorded record revenues and new orders
Last year Fincantieri recorded record revenues and new orders
Trieste
Folgiero: the first fruits of our strategy and industrial vision have been harvested
COSCO Shipping Holdings revenue increased by +44.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024
COSCO Shipping Holdings revenue increased by +44.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024
Shanghai
In the period, the container ships of the Chinese group's fleet transported 6.9 million TEUs (+13.1%). Containers on the Asia-Europe/Med routes fell
Porto Marghera, renewal of concession to Terminal Rinfuse Venezia
Venice
New 25-year contract. Investments of over 53 million euros expected
In the last quarter of 2024, container traffic alone increased in French ports
Paris
In the whole year, containers amounted to over 5.3 million TEU (+11.5%)
Carnival Sets New Low Season Quarter Records December-February
Carnival Sets New Low Season Quarter Records December-February
Miami
Positive outlook for the remainder of the 2025 financial year
Rail Losing Ground in Transalpine Freight Traffic Through Switzerland
Bern
In 2024, trains transported 25.7 million tons of cargo (-3.7%)
CK Hutchison's Port Division revenues grew by 10.8% last year
Hong Kong
In 2024, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane recorded a net loss of -208 million euros
Rome
Revenues up by +11.7%. The group's freight transported increased thanks to the acquisition of Exploris
Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
Conference to celebrate the centenary of the company
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
VARD to build offshore dive vessel for Dong Fang Offshore
Alesund/Trieste
The contract is worth 113.5 million euros
Next week Italian ports will participate in Seatrade Cruise Global
Rome
Initiative brand: "CruiseItaly - One Country, Many Destinations"
MSC Group Cruise Terminal Officially Inaugurated in the Port of Barcelona
Barcelona
In 2027 it will be equipped with a cold ironing plant
Marcegaglia and Nova Marine Carriers form NovaMar Logistic joint venture
Lugano/Gazoldo of the Ippoliti
A general cargo ship will transport raw materials to the steel group's plants
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Introduced most of the innovative technologies currently available
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
Decarbonisation of maritime transport will be faster in the EU and the US
DHL Acquires CRYOPDP
Bonn/Nashville
The company provides courier services for clinics and healthcare
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Over a million to the port companies of Livorno and Piombino to acquire green vehicles
Leghorn
The ranking for admission to the PNRR-Next Gen Eu contributions has been published
COSCO Shipping Development Co.'s container sales increased by +204.1% in 2024
Shanghai
The related turnover increased by +124.0%
The call for funding for the purchase of electric vehicles in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado has been published
Genoa
Yang Ming Buys Three New 8,000 TEU Containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Construction of a cruise ship for Regent Seven Seas Cruises begins in Marghera
Trieste
Fincantieri will deliver the unit in 2026
Federlogistica establishes operational offices in Spain and Brazil
Genoa
The aim is to go beyond theoretical cooperative relationships
Over a Ton of Cocaine Seized in the Port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
If placed on the market it would have generated over 187 million euros
In 2024, the economic results of Interporto Padova reached record values
Padua
Revenues up +17%
Three ceremonies at the Saint-Nazaire shipyard for three new MSC Cruises ships
Geneva
New flagship "MSC World America" delivered
German railway company DB Cargo reduced losses in 2024
Berlin
Revenues down again. -9.0% drop in freight volumes
NovaAlgoma orders second 38,000 dwt cement carrier in China
Lugano
It will be taken over in 2027
Customs agreement between Italy and Brazil to facilitate trade
Brasilia
Mission of the Customs and Monopolies Agency in the South American nation
A team from La Spezia Container Terminal in Rotterdam to test advanced technologies
The Spice
ECT Hutchinson Ports Training Center Visited
The assembly of Genoese freight forwarders on Monday
Genoa
It will be held at the Palazzo della Borsa in Genoa
Assarmatori, in Italy the ferry segment cannot bear the burden of the EU ETS in a very fragile market situation
Brussels
Messina: Protecting shipping from the ideological excesses of the Green Deal
The website of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard has been renewed
Rome
It has become a single digital access point to documents and services
In 2024, inland waterway freight transport in Germany increased by +1.2%
Wiesbaden
The volume, at 173.8 million tonnes, is the second lowest since 1990.
APM Terminals Granted Port of New York - New Jersey Concession Renewal
New York
Contract for a period of 33 years. Investments of 500 million dollars are expected
Experimentation of crane automation has begun at the Interporto Padova terminal
Padua
The interport company awarded the "Industria Felix 2025 Award"
Container traffic in the port of Algeciras fell by -17.0% in February
Algeciras
Both import-export volumes and transhipment are decreasing
New cruise company Crescent Seas has been founded in Miami
Miami
The fleet, initially consisting of one ship from Regent Seven Seas Cruises, will grow to five units within the next five years
In 2024, the volume of vehicles transported by Wallenius Wilhelmsen's fleet decreased by -9.7%
Oslo
Traffic down on almost all global routes
Agreement between Assoporti and Assologistica and the Florida trade, transport and port authorities
Rome
It was signed today
In April a mission in Albania of The International Propeller Clubs - Italy
Genoa
It will take place on the 9th and 10th in Tirana and Durres
COSCO Shipping Ports revenues rose to a record $1.5 billion in 2024 (+3.3%)
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone, a decrease of -3.0%
SO.RI.MA. (FHP group) granted a concession of an area of 125 thousand square meters in the port of Chioggia
Venice
Investments of 11.5 million euros expected over 25 years
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
Govt. to woo top ten shipping liners in world for Colombo port expansion
(Daily Mirror)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Contship Italia’s intermodal network has been extended to the Gulf Terminal in La Spezia
Melzo
Connections with the inland terminals of Milan, Modena and Padua
Container traffic in the port of Valencia grew by +15.2% last month
Valencia
The overall volume of goods handled increased by +6.8%
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority obtains gender equality certification
Leghorn
It is the first Italian port authority to obtain this recognition
Container traffic growth weakens at ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
Los Angeles/Long Beach
Last month, increases of +2.6% and +13.4% respectively were recorded
Assarmatori, the Italian government's position on the impact of the EU ETS on shipping and ports is good
Rome
Messina: fully understood the risks and distortions of European climate regulation
PSA Italy's Genoa port terminals awarded anti-corruption certification
Genoa
The UNI EN ISO 37001 standard defines the requirements for an effective anti-corruption management system
Assiterminal presents three projects for the sustainable transition of the Italian port sector
Rome
Work completed on docks 33 and 34 of the port of Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia
50,000 square meters of yards prepared
The completion and doubling of the Pontremolese is the dream-nightmare of the La Spezia port community
The Spice
Fontana: Money is not found when enormous resources are channeled into railway lines of dubious utility
Hanwha acquires 9.9% stake in shipbuilding company Austal
Sydney
Investment worth approximately 116 million US dollars
The European fleet is growing but competing fleets are growing at a faster rate
Brussels
Raptis (European Shipowners): investing ETS revenues in clean shipping technologies and fuels
Trasportounito has confirmed the national halt to the transport of goods
Rome
Proclaimed for the duration of five days from March 31st to April 4th
Container traffic in Hong Kong port increased by +9.1% in February
Hong Kong
However, for the second time in the last 25 years, cargo volume was below one million TEU.
Cargo traffic in Greek ports stable in Q3 2024
Piraeus
The increase in volumes transported on domestic routes has offset the decline in traffic with foreign countries
At the Vado Ligure container terminal a 21,000 teu container ship fully loaded
I go to Liguria
The 400-meter-long Cosco Shipping Nebula has landed
UIR proposes a permanent table for the development of intermodality
Verona
The main task is to build a project financing program.
Restructuring plan approved for Spanish company Armas Trasmediterránea
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Creditors' appeal rejected
The decline in cargo traffic at the port of Singapore worsened in February
Singapore
Containerized cargoes amounted to 27.4 million tons (-3.6%)
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