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Exim India web site
MAY 19, 2023
  • Wan Hai Lines adds Colombo call to America East Coast service
  • CMA CGM AIR CARGO strengthens its commercial offer with the launch of service to Mumbai
  • Added pressure on US port capacity
  • New report highlights risks in meeting shipping decarbonisation targets
  • NIPPON EXPRESS & Cargo-Partner in sale & purchase agreement
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  • ZIM announces investment in Spinframe, a provider of an innovative vehicle monitoring platform for maritime & land supply chains checkpoints
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  • World shipping faces threat,coercion not seen since WWII: UK Minister
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  • Russia jumps 16 ranks to become 4th largest import source for India in FY23
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The Loadstar web site
MAY 18, 2023
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Marine Log web site
MAY 18, 2023
  • Steve Scalise receives SCA Maritime Leadership Award
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  • MSC eyes ammonia dual-fuel containership
    Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that would give it the option of adopting ammonia as a zero-carbon main propulsion fuel for future newbuilding contracts. The other
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    Back in January, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced the award of more than $384.4 million in federal funding for ferries programs. Today, the agency set the process for the next round

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Container News web site
MAY 18, 2023
  • AD Ports Group and Karachi Port Trust ink strategic MoU
    By signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Karachi Port Trust (KPT), AD Ports Group has taken an important step towards increasing regional connectivity and encouraging economic growth in Pakistan. The MoU signifies a common ambition to foster sustainable growth, promote trade diversification, and improve bilateral connections between the UAE and Pakistan. The partnership includes a
  • CMA CGM AIR CARGO adds new destination in India
    CMA CGM AIR CARGO has announced the opening of a scheduled route between Paris in France and Mumbai in India, strengthening its combined offer with Air France KLM Martinair Cargo Group. CMA CGM AIR CARGO will serve the international airport in Mumbai with four weekly flights from 12 May with an A330F aircraft. The post CMA CGM AIR CARGO adds new destination in India appeared first on Container Ne
  • VCFI finished 2022 down 11.3%
    The Valencia Containerised Freight Index (VCFI), which measures the trend and evolution of container transport costs by sea from the Port of Valencia, ended the financial year 2022 at 3,603 points, a year-on-year drop of 11.3% (December 2021 ended at 4,063 points). The VCFI anticipates a total gain of 260% since the start of the historical series in January 2019. The VCFI also showed distinct beh
  • Wan Hai Lines adds new call in America East Coast service
    Wan Hai Lines AA7 service added a direct call at the port of Colombo. The first vessel will be Wan Hai A10 voy.001 and will arrive in Colombo on 16 May 2023. The service will be operated by 12 container vessels with a capacity of 8,500-13,100 TEUs, strengthening the service coverage between Indian subcontinent and USA, according to Wan Hai. The service rotation will be, is Shanghai (China) - Ning
  • Contecon Guayaquil S.A. welcomes ZIM's Colibri Express service
    Contecon Guayaquil S.A. (CGSA), International Container Terminal Services, Inc.'s (ICTSI) Ecuadorian unit, recently handled the inaugural call of Zim Shipping Line at the port of Guayaquil. In particular, ZIM recently launched their ZIM Colibri Express (ZCX) service, an independent weekly service from South America West Coast to US East Coast. The ZCX service places emphasis on refrigerated cargo
  • Over 15,000 ships could be recycled by 2023, up more than 100% on the last 10 years
    "Over the next ten years, from 2023 to 2032, more than 15,000 ships with deadweight capacity of more than 600 million tonnes are expected to be recycled, more than twice the amount recycled in the previous ten years," says Niels Rasmussen, chief shipping analyst at BIMCO. As recycling volumes increase, it is increasingly important that the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Envir
  • Additional 35% pressure on US port capacity
    Sea-Intelligence noted that in the pre-pandemic period in 2018-2019, the median time spent in port was relatively stable around 16.5-17 hours, based on data from United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). This then increased to 20 hours at its peak during the pandemic in the second half of 2021 and first half of 2022. The pandemic disruptions and the increase in volumes, contrib
  • Global bunker indices noted medium decline
    The global MABUX bunker indices declined moderately. The 380 HSFO index dropped by US$1.48, to US$477.66/MT. The VLSFO index fell by US$6.09, to US$596.77/MT. The MGO index decreased by US$4.33, to US$800.50/MT. "The market downtrend persisted at the time of writing," commented a MABUX official. The Global Scrubber Spread (SS) - the price difference between 380 HSFO and VLSFO - decreased by US$4.
  • Hapag-Lloyd appoints new senior managing director for North Europe
    Joerg Sonne will take over as senior managing director of Region North Europe, following Martin Rolf, who will take over the position as managing director of human resources. Sonne will begin his new role on 1 June 2023. In addition, Sonne joined Hapag-Lloyd following the merger with UASC and directed Area Arabian Gulf effectively from 2017 to 2022. He has been Area Germany & Central Europe manag
  • New temporary barge quay ready as upgrade project works commence at Antwerp's Europa Terminal
    The first phase of the renewal of Antwerp's Europa Terminal is underway with a new barge quay having been constructed. The purpose of this construction is to keep offering the same level of service during the extensive works and to continue to encourage the modal shift. The barge quay is already operational and is temporarily creating additional mooring space for inland navigation. The quayside a

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Splash web site
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  • AD Ports signs Karachi port infrastructure deal
    Abu Dhabi's AD Ports Group has inked a memorandum of understanding with the Karachi Port Trust of Pakistan that paves the way for increased efforts in the infrastructure development, expansion, and digitalisation of port projects within Pakistan. A senior delegation from the United Arab Emirates, led by Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, managing director and Group ...
  • MSC sets sights on ammonia dual-fuel ships
    Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has tapped class society Lloyd's Register, German engine manufacturer MAN Energy Solutions and Shanghai Merchant Ship Design & Research Institute (SDARI) for a design for the ammonia dual-fuel operation of its containership. A memorandum of understanding between the parties will see the development of technical specifications and associated design documents fo
  • Belgium gets a glimpse of autonomous shipping future
    Two of a series of 10 pioneering inland barges have been christened this week in Antwerp, giving shipping a glimpse of its potential unmanned future. Naval Inland Navigation's series of so-called drone ships are controlled from a control room on land. The first two vessels - River Drone 1 and River Drone 2 - have ...
  • Saipem wins two contracts worth $850m
    Italian offshore engineering and construction player Saipem has landed two new contracts worth a total of around $850m. The first contract involves the second phase of the Sakarya gas field development project in the Turkish Black Sea waters. The work scope covers engineering, procurement, construction and installation of a 175 km long pipeline at 2,200 ...
  • Samsung Heavy seeks Chinese help to churn out massive orderbook
    Samsung Heavy Industries, a Korean yard with an enormous backlog of vessels to build, is contracting work out to Chinese yards. Samsung Heavy, which in the past had a yard near Ningbo fabricating hull blocks, has subcontracted hull assembly to two yards in China including Hengli Shipbuilding, a yard formerly known as STX Dalian, which ...
  • Hanjin Subic yard gear up for sale
    Ahead of potential new tenants moving in, much of the old kit from Hanjin Subic shipyard is being auctioned off by Amsterdam-based Hilco Industrial Acquisitions. The giant yard in the north of the Philippines was created by Hanjin Heavy Industries & Construction nearly 20 years ago. US private equity firm Cerberus Global Investment acquired the ...
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    Another bunker name has been struck off the approved list in Singapore. The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has said it will not be renewing the bunker craft operator licence of New Maritime and it will expire on June 16. "MPA has zero-tolerance for any type of fraud, corruption or bunkering malpractice," the ...
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    Offshore accommodation specialist CBED has secured more work for its walk-to-work service operation vessel in the German North Sea. The 1999-built will be utilised on Ørsted's Gode Wind 3 and Borkum Riffgrund 3 wind farms from the first quarter of 2024 until the end of the fourth quarter of the same year. The contract will ...
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  • Blowing away barriers on International Day for Women in Maritime
    Shipping's ambitious goals have created unique opportunities for women across industries to bring their experience and skills to support maritime's evolution, writes Diane Gilpin, CEO of Smart Green Shipping. Industrial sectors are increasingly vying to attract individuals with the necessary skill-sets and aptitude to drive their businesses forward. With its 'salty sea dog' reputation, shipping ...
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    A Korean shipyard has taken a big step forwards in the offshore wind sector. HSG Sungdong Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering has won a multi-million dollar contract from Danish utility Ørsted to supply offshore wind power substructures for a power complex being built offshore in Changhua, Taiwan. Renewable energy produced from a 920 MW wind farm ...
  • AI and automated ships pose new challenges in casualty liability
    Artificial Intelligence and the advent of automated ships will pose difficult questions in determining liability under the Hague Rules for maritime casualties, the 2022-2023 chairman of the Association of Average Adjusters has cautioned. Sir Nigel Teare raised the concern as he suggested that a recent case, in which the Supreme Court in the UK confirmed ...
  • ZIM invests in vehicle inspection start-up
    Israeli carrier ZIM has invested in Spinframe, a company which has developed vehicle inspection systems based on artificial intelligence (AI), computer vision, and machine-learning technologies, that create digital twins for vehicles throughout the supply chain and detect anomalies from the assembly line throughout the vehicle journey to the dealership and end customer. Spinframe's monitoring pla
  • Towards a more successful and progressive maritime industry
    On International Day for Women in Maritime, Dane Treasure, a third year marine engineering cadet at Caribbean Maritime University, writes for Splash on how she draws inspiration in what remains a heavily male-dominated industry. Females have always been a minority in the maritime industry. Besides, many are still of the belief that maritime is a ...

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Lloyd's List web site
MAY 18, 2023
  • Price cap is working insists US Treasury as G7 meeting kicks off
    As the G7 leaders gather in Japan to discuss new sanctions and a tightening of existing measures against Russia, the...
  • Tanker owners stay positive as profits projected for fifth consecutive quarter
    Second-quarter guidance to investors suggests rates have moderated but low fleet growth and increased tonne-miles will increase utilisation and keep...
  • Collaboration is one way of achieving gender equality in maritime, IMO chief says
    'There is still a significant gender imbalance in maritime,' says IMO secretary-general Kitack Lim, and while times are changing, 'we...
  • Global grain shifts may support dry bulk market
    Higher corn exports from Brazil will boost long-haul employment of panamaxes and supramaxes, partly offset by lower wheat shipments from...
  • MSC makes first move for ammonia-fuel containerships
    MSC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Lloyd's Register, engine designer MAN Energy Solutions and China's leading ship designer...
  • Carriers use inventive solutions to absorb capacity
    Container lines are looking to prop up rates in a market defined by falling demand and rising supply. There are...
  • Vladivostok volumes continue to rise on access to China's domestic transhipment trade
    Beijing will allow domestically traded cargo from a key agricultural and industrial province in the north, to transit through Vladivostok...
  • Maersk sells more boxships while Messina halves deepsea ro-ro fleet
    Technomar Shipping of Greece is said to have purchased two 8,648 teu Maersk 'S-class' boxships, while Italy's Messina Lines has...
  • Bulker undergoes repairs after tank damage off Brazil
    The 207,609 dwt vessel suffered damage to ballast tanks while exiting the Bay of Ilha Grande, according to the Brazilian...
  • Cosco partners with PWL Shipping to expand car shipping services into Europe
    Co-operation between two parties aims to capitalise on China's accelerating car export growth. Cosco Shipping Car Carriers is planning to...
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    Construction of a third set of locks on the Panama Canal was plagued by contractual conflicts and delays. The ICC...
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  • Crowley-managed Stena Bulk tankers to join US government's Tanker Security Program
    Three tankers, which are part of a joint venture between Crowley and Stena Bulk US, have been accepted to a...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
MAY 18, 2023
  • US-Mexico cross-border trucking expanding on manufacturing demand, nearshoring
    Greater demand for manufactured goods, especially automotive parts, is spurring Mexico-to-US cross-border trucking, with more nearshoring of production on the horizon.
  • Lower volumes translate into better North American intermodal service: survey
    Customers were largely satisfied with intermodal service in early 2023, citing CSX and J.B. Hunt as the top overall providers in North America, according to a Journal of Commerce biannual survey.
  • Hopeful wind OEMs look for rebound after emerging from pandemic
    Quarterly earnings reports reveal that wind turbine manufacturers are slowly recovering from a pandemic market battering as orders and revenues ramp up.

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TradeWinds web site
MAY 18, 2023
  • California container volumes slump as labour talks push cargoes to East Coast
    Port of Los Angeles' April container volume is down 22% from a year ago
  • Amid Russian grumbling, Black Sea grain corridor is rolling again
    Moscow suggests extension for another two months was largely a favour to Turkish mediators
  • Comment: From a deluge in Florida, a lesson in port resilience
    Gas shortages in South Florida showed how extreme weather from climate change can impact ports and reverberate into the economy
  • Dorian LPG expects to smash revenue record as VLGC rates jump again
    Owner expects to have banked up to $133m in three months to 31 March
  • Did someone say outperform? How sagging listed dry owners fared on the water in 2022
    This week's Streetwise takes a look at operating performance for 23 publicly listed companies, and why it might or might not correlate with valuations assigned by investors
  • United Maritime maintains dividend, despite first-quarter loss
    Seanergy spin-off eyes a very profitable sale of its last tanker
  • Owner of seized crude tanker Niovi insists it had 'no links to Iran whatsoever'
    Greek manager says Iranian authorities have still not explained themselves
  • Chief engineer sues Maersk for wrongful firing in Midshipman X rape probe
    But Maersk says seafarer was present while his subordinates were drinking on board and did not stop it
  • Shell pumps £50m into chartering arm Stasco as profit swells
    Energy major's shipping service operation made plenty of money last year, accounts reveal
  • Golden Ocean Group CEO: We have proven you can renew your fleet and still pay dividends
    It has been an 'exhilarating three years', Ulrik Andersen tells TradeWinds
  • Senegal's first LNG cargo for KARMOL FSRU changes course for Brazil
    Yawning gulf on price said to have scuppered project's latest chance at commercial start-up
  • Crowley and Stena fix three MR tankers to US energy security programme
    Joint venture company will reflag modern tankers to the US for government work
  • Regional Container Lines splashes out $47m for brace of feeder container ships
    Fleet renewal continues as profits return to earth for Thai feeder operator
  • Danes fear 'catastrophic' pollution as tanker carrying Russian oil breaks down in Baltic
    Vessel acquired by rapidly expanding UAE owner Radiating World suffered engine problems on Monday
  • Danish concern mounts as tanker carrying Russian oil breaks down in Baltic
    Vessel acquired by rapidly expanding UAE owner Radiating World suffered engine problems on Monday
  • We must promote women to tackle shipping's great challenges, says IMO chief
    Kitack Lim says the industry has to ensure that workplace culture and attitudes are fit to embrace a diverse workforce
  • 'Tomorrow is yours to win': shipping leaders speak out on IMO women's day
    To celebrate the IMO International Day for Women in Maritime, shipping's leading females are passing on some of their tips for reaching the top
  • 'Never stop learning': female shipping leaders give advice for women on the rise
    To celebrate the IMO International Day for Women in Maritime, shipping's leading females are passing on some of their tips for reaching the top
  • UAE makes radical U-turn to back tougher emission target ahead of crunch meetings
    Energy minister tells IMO it supports a revised 2050 goal
  • IMO 'will agree ambitious carbon cut target' says Europe's candidate to head UN agency
    Finland's Minna Kivimaki says Europe is aligned with other IMO member nations in its commitment to global rules, with more action needed on enforcement
  • Harry Vafias' Imperial Petroleum back in favour with Nasdaq after share price boosted
    Tanker owner carries out reverse stock split to regain compliance with listing rules
  • Panama Canal survives $671m claim from lock contractors GUPC
    Miami tribunal dismisses latest legal bid in row over huge expansion project
  • Newest Great Lakes bulk carrier grounds in Detroit river
    The Mark W Barker is being inspected after refloating on Wednesday
  • Surge in LNG carrier traffic helps boosts profit at Milford Haven
    Welsh port said activity has been boosted by global events such as Russia's invasion of Ukraine
  • Meet the energy major trailblazing a path for women in marine fuelling
    Nearly half workforce are female and there is an equal split between women and men on top management team
  • Engineer Louise Tricoire embarks on her next voyage of discovery
    TotalEnergies Marine Fuels' relatively new VP has been on a deep dive into decarbonisation before jumping into marine bunkering
  • TotalEnergies Marine Fuels sees rise in spot enquiry for LNG bunkers
    New head of French energy major's fuelling arm says LNG 'is not a perfect product' but combined with bio-methane it has a 'great future'
  • Brokers feeling 'spoiled' as new investors push up very firm tanker prices
    Older clean tankers keep changing hands as fresh buyers line up to enter market
  • Star Bulk Carriers 'positive' on iron trade for second half of 2023
    China built a lot of new floor spaces in the first quarter, chief executive Petros Pappas says
  • IMO must address 'ghost fleet' rule breaking, says Europe's candidate to head UN agency
    Finland's Minna Kivimaki says Europe is aligned with other IMO member nations in its commitment to global rules, with more action needed on enforcement
  • Weak freight rates push Grindrod Shipping to first quarter loss
    Singapore-based shipowner rides out the weaker first quarter of the year ahead of expected market strengthening

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American Shipper web site
MAY 18, 2023
  • Flexport names Uber Freight chief to lead digital truck unit
    Flexport has taken another step toward simplifying international freight transportation from manufacturing to e-commerce storefront.
  • Startup CMA CGM Air Cargo expands network to India
    CMA CGM Air Cargo is trying to find its footing as a new airline. It has begun flying to India instead of the U.S.
  • WestJet initiates controlled shutdown as pilot strike looms
    Cargo shipments will cease on Friday as WestJet pilots walk off the job. The airline is trying to avoid a chaotic situation by taking down aircraft ahead of the deadline.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
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
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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