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Exim India web site
DECEMBER 19, 2023
  • Prime Minister inaugurates key section of EDFC
  • Allcargo Terminals Chennai CFS successfully weathers the cyclone impact, runs in full capacity to serve customers
  • Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) 2023 report released
  • Freight seen spurting once tankers reroute via the Cape
  • DP World Cochin welcomes two Mega Max quay cranes
  • Inland waterways traffic on the rise
  • EFTA deal likely before 2024 polls,says Swiss envoy
  • India's exports seen contracting in 2023
  • Global Trade Update projects uncertain outlook for 2024
  • India appeals second panel report in dispute regarding tech tariffs
  • Farm exports dip due to rice curbs
  • More lines announce suspension of Red Sea services
  • Green hydrogen to make India exporter of energy: Nitin Gadkari
  • THE Alliance announces service network adjustments for 2024

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The Loadstar web site
DECEMBER 18, 2023
  • As warships move into the Red Sea, carriers delay or re-route 100+ box ships
  • Harim-JKL consortium named as preferred buyer for HMM
  • Forget the ZIM, Hapag spike - rates risk and war value in shipping
  • Costs will skyrocket as westbound voyages are paused or diverted
  • Relief as Panama Canal increases daily transit slots from mid-January
  • Enter plan B to facilitate a DB Schenker sale
  • Staff shortage and extreme weather throws Lufthansa Cargo off course
  • Winding down Cargologicair - unpaid salaries, scattered records and parts
  • OceanX: Hot Red Sea and patriotism
  • Some job cuts, but our presence in Europe is essential, says FourKites
  • US retail surge signals a minor seasonal windfall for rail carriers

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Marine Log web site
DECEMBER 18, 2023
  • MARAD updates Title XI regulations
    By providing long-term debt repayment guarantees, the U.S. Maritime Administration's Title XI Federal Ship Financing Program is intended to encourage U.S. shipowners to obtain new vessels from U. S. shipyards cost effectively
  • Can Prosperity Guardian plans counter Houthi threat to shipping?
    Ahead of a widely expected announcement from U. S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin the Norwegian Government said today that the U.S. has taken the initiative to strengthen international efforts to
  • API slams BOEM's 5-year oil and gas lease sale program
    In what the American Petroleum Institute (API) slams as "a step in the wrong direction," the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management has now published the final 2024-2029 National Outer Continental Shelf Oil
  • Edda Wind lines up green term loan for CSOV quartet
    Haugesund, Norway, headquartered Edda Wind ASA reports that it has secured green term loan financing for the four newbuild commissioning service operation vessels (CSOVs) that it ordered at Fincantieri's Norwegian-based subsidiary Vard

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Container News web site
DECEMBER 18, 2023
  • SC Ports maintains Moody's A1 credit rating
    South Carolina Ports' A1 credit rating was reaffirmed by Moody's Investors Service, reflecting the credit agency's confidence in the company's long-term development trajectory and strong market position. The continued movement of people and businesses to the US Southeast, along with South Carolina's growing industrial activity, is driving expansion at SC Ports, according to the credit agency's op
  • Maersk revises peak season surcharge from Far East to East Coast South America
    Danish container line Maersk is revising the Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for Far East Asia to East Coast South America for all dry containers effective from January. The tariff levels are as follows: Origin Destination Effective Date All 20 Dry All 40 Dry 45hdry Brunei, China, Hong Kong China, Indonesia, Japan, Cambodia, Korea, South, Laos, Myanmar (Burma), Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thail
  • BIMCO calls for immediate end to attacks on international shipping
    BIMCO believes nation states must collaborate to remove the current threat to international shipping and, if necessary, neutralise the threat by military means within the boundaries of international law, after the recent attacks on merchant ships in the Southern Red Sea, Bab El-Mandeb, Gulf of Aden and the Arabian Sea. BIMCO said it is widely believed the attacks originate from the Iran-aligned H
  • APM Terminals Tangier MedPort completes 1 million TEU expansion
    APM Terminals has completed the second phase of the 1 million TEU expansion at APMT Tangier MedPort in Morocco. The expansion covers 180,000m², with seven additional container stacks and an additional 400 metre berth. Additionally, electric equipment, shore power and auto-mooring will contribute to APM Terminals Net Zero emissions ambition. The second phase of the expansion project aims to increa
  • Shippers should expect more disruption in 2024 as lines seek to manage oversupply and limit losses: Drewry's analyst
    Container lines will use a variety of methods to minimise losses due to the oversupply of vessels in 2024, according to Philip Damas, managing director of Drewry Shipping Consultants and head of Drewry's Supply Chain Advisors practice. "There will definitely be oversupply," he highlighted on the latest episode of The Freight Buyers' Club podcast . "It's a question of trying to control the level o
  • Nestlé inks deal with CMA CGM for low carbon transport solutions
    The world's largest food and beverage company Nestlé is currently transporting 100% of its CMA CGM volumes to BIOFUEL+, a biofuel derived from organic waste, resulting in an impressive 84% reduction in carbon emissions. This collaboration empowers Nestlé to avoid 70,000 tons of CO2 annually, significantly cutting down its greenhouse gas shipping emissions. "Reaching net zero requires changing man
  • SLS Bucharest Intermodal Terminal opens new intermodal terminal in Romania
    SLS Bucharest Intermodal Terminal, the logistics and transport operator under the ownership of FAN Courier, has officially opened the intermodal terminal located in one of Romania's most complex industrial parks. The new investment is part of the company's medium and long-term development strategy, announced in 2020, following its entry into the FAN Courier portfolio. The investment made by SLS C
  • Panama Canal drought could boost New Year rates
    Drought in Panama and war around the Red Sea and Suez is a slow-burning but developing crisis for the container shipping industry as both canals become choke points that could see freight rates double. As the rainy season in Panama comes to an end, and notwithstanding the announcement that rain has raised water levels allowing the Panama Canal Authority to increase the number of daily transits ,
  • MSC-Adani terminal deal at Ennore poised to boost South India trade flow
    MSC's 49% stake acquisition in Adani Group's container terminal at Ennore Port, also known as Kamarajar Port, has the potential to boost direct calls out of India's southern corridor as volumes build. Ennore is located about 15 miles north of Chennai. Maersk is the main liner customer for the Ennore terminal (AECTPL) at present, with two weekly sailings, while CMA CGM recently added a call there
  • Carrier Transicold, GIZ partner to advance cold chain development and decarbonisation in Costa Rica and South Africa
    Carrier Transicold, part of Carrier Global Corporation, and the Greener Reefers in International Maritime Transport initiative of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH have agreed to collaborate to advance cold chain development and training in Costa Rica and South Africa. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which was signed at the 2023 UN Climate Change Confer
  • OOIL listed in Dow Jones Sustainability Asia/Pacific index
    Orient Overseas International Limited (OOIL), the parent company of Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) and OOCL Logistics, was continuously selected for inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability Asia/Pacific Index, effective from 18 December. Dow Jones Sustainability Asia/Pacific Index was designed to measure the performance of Asia-Pacific sustainability leaders and is a member of the Dow Jon
  • Panama Canal to increase daily transits
    The Panama Canal will increase the number of daily transits to 24, starting in January, from the current 22 vessels, which are divided into six neopanamax and 15 panamax ships. "This restriction [for 22 vessels transiting the canal] is in response to the challenges posed by the current state of Gatun Lake, which is experiencing unusually low water levels for this time of the year due to the droug
  • Star Container Services to deploy new empty container handlers at Rotterdam Maasvlakte terminal
    Finnish port equipment manufacturer Kalmar and global logistics service provider Star Container Services B.V. have signed an agreement for 12 empty container handlers, which will be deployed at the Rotterdam Maasvlakte terminal. The delivery of the machines is expected in the second quarter of 2024, while the order also includes a six-year Kalmar Complete Care service contract. Star Container Ser
  • IDEC GROUP ASIA Vietnam presents project for new industrial and logistics park
    IDEC GROUP ASIA Vietnam gathered local authorities, project participants, and stakeholders on 13 December for the groundbreaking ceremony of the Horizon Park project. This exceptional project in Vietnam is emerging in Bac Ninh, approximately thirty kilometres from Hanoi, offering 70,000 m² of turnkey business spaces on a strategically positioned 120,000-meter site. "For more than 20 years we have
  • CMA CGM applies new FAK rates from Indian Subcontinent to America, North Europe and Med
    CMA CGM announced new Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates from India and Pakistan to ports on Central America's East Coast and the Caribbean, as well as Mexico's East Coast, for dry cargo. The following updated rates will be effective from 1 January 2024 until further notice: CURRENT RATES NEW APPLICABLE RATES ISC to ECCA + CARIBBEAN: 20'GP 40' GP & 40' HC 20'GP 40' GP & 40' HC CAUCEDO US$1,950 US$2,35

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Splash web site
DECEMBER 18, 2023
  • Petrofac secures three-year UK contract with TotalEnergies
    UK energy services specialist Petrofac has secured a framework agreement with TotalEnergies to provide brownfield development services. The three-year agreement covers engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning solutions across TotalEnergies' UK offshore assets. Nick Shorten, chief operating officer of Petrofac's asset solutions business, said: "In a mature basin like the UKCS - whe
  • Splash Annual Review: Can everyone please calm down?
    The newbie, aspiring writer comes to China and feels like he or she could write a 1,000-page epic. After a couple of years, they feel like 200 pages is more realistic. A decade passes and the same jaded person can barely put a page together, as the complexity of understanding the People's Republic comes to ...
  • US to lead naval escort operation in the Red Sea
    The US is deploying naval assets to the Red Sea as trade between Asia and Europe slows following multiple attacks on merchant shipping carried out by Iranian-backed Houthis in waters off Yemen in recent weeks. Multiple shipping lines have either paused their fleets while waiting for naval escorts to materialise or sent ships via the ...
  • Bulgaria readies to start negotiating ransoms with Somali pirates
    To add to the instability in the region, Somali pirates are back hunting targets while Houthis to the north in Yemen are attacking ships too, and bringing much marine traffic to a halt in the Red Sea. The Malta-flagged, Bulgarian-owned bulk carrier, hijacked last week, arrived over the weekend off Bander Murcaayo, in Puntland, ...
  • Bulgaria, Romania, Turkey to clear Black Sea mines
    Turkey, Romania and Bulgaria aim to sign a deal next month on a joint plan to clear mines floating in the Black Sea as a result of the war in Ukraine. Splash has reported repeatedly on mines being detected in the Black Sea in the near two years of war between Russia and Ukraine. "Due ...
  • EU ETS costs laid bare
    With two weeks until its implementation, analysts at Clarksons Research have produced data to show the costs of the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS) for VLCCs, MRs, capesizes and panamaxes. From January 1, shipping will be included in the EU ETS. As a result, vessels visiting EU ports will be required to offset ...
  • Daily transits at the Panama Canal to increase next month
    The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) will increase daily transits to 24 starting in January following solid amounts of rain over the past six weeks. The measure replaces the previous announcement that forecasted daily transits at 20 slots for January and 18 slots for February. Currently, 22 vessels transit are allowed daily, divided into ...
  • MOL linked to VLECs order in South Korea
    Japan's Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has been placed behind a shipbuilding deal for three very large ethane carriers (VLECs) in South Korea. HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) the yard holding company HD Hyundai Heavy Industries yard in Ulsan said it had won an order to build three 98,000 cu m vessels for ...
  • Great Eastern offloads ageing MR
    Indian owner Great Eastern Shipping has struck a deal to sell its 2004-built MR product tanker. The price and the buyer of the 47,999 dwt ship Great Eastern picked up for $17m as Pacific Oasis in May 2013, have not been disclosed. The Iwagi Zosen-built ship, estimated by VesselsValue to be worth $15.4m, will ...

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Lloyd's List web site
DECEMBER 18, 2023
  • No call yet on US-led coalition to stop Houthi attacks
    The US is working on an international coalition to stop the Houthi attacks, but it is yet to make any...
  • Up to 1.7m teu containership capacity could be needed for Red Sea rerouting
    Liner operators could speed up vessels to make up for longer voyages, as they will require additional capacity to maintain...
  • Marinakis acquires controlling stake in Nasdaq company
    Owner's core Capital Maritime company and affiliated Capital Gas will increase stake to 74.4% of Capital Product Partners, to be...
  • The week in newbuildings: SAL Heavy Lift adds fifth project carrier at Wuhu Shipyard
    Germany's SAL Heavy Lift has declared an option for a fifth 14,600 dwt multi-purpose heavy lift vessel capable of dual-fuel...
  • IBIA: IMO regulations could slow adoption of biofuels
    An International Bunker Industry Association submission to the IMO points out that current regulations do not allow the carriage of certain...
  • Greek financial community opens Shanghai office
    Facilitating more Chinese finance for Greek owners is among the aims of the new permanent presence in Shanghai
  • Singapore and Japan to work on green and digital shipping corridor
    Singapore's Maritime and Port Authority will join forces with Japanese ports to carry out pilot projects for alternative marine fuels...
  • Ship finance: Diversity of funding is wider than ever, but banks narrow their focus
    Many financiers are going 'big' and 'green', putting in doubt future funding for smaller owners of older vessels
  • Regulation: IMO deliberations to dominate agenda
    The International Maritime Organization's debate on an economic measure to complement its revised greenhouse gas strategy and implementation of the...
  • APM Terminals launches second phase of Tanger Med development
    APMT has had a long association with fast-growing Tanger Med. The latest stage in its expansion will cater to larger...
  • Updated: BP and Yang Ming suspend Red Sea shipping as supply diversions increase
    Oil major BP has joined container lines in suspending shipping through the Red Sea after a series of Houthi attacks...
  • Daily Briefing
    Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd halt Red Sea passages | Houthis target tenth ship in Red Sea as attacks start to look...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
DECEMBER 18, 2023
  • Latest Texas border closures cloud reliability of Mexico-US intermodal service
    Intermodal marketing companies told the Journal of Commerce they are concerned about their ability to sell rail options to shippers if there is a prolonged closure at Eagle Pass and El Paso.
  • US goal of 30 GW of offshore wind energy by 2030 slipping out of reach: analysts
    The US offshore wind buildout will be a boon for Jones Act vessels in the long run, but current equipment shortages, high costs and the restrictive effects of cabotage laws are hampering initial construction.
  • Red Sea rerouting to raise ocean rates, absorb capacity: analysts
    While moves to send ships around Africa in response to the Red Sea attacks may be driven by safety concerns, the rate hikes that will accompany the emergency action will be welcomed by carriers in the loss-making trade lane.
  • Container lines await Red Sea naval protection as they divert from Suez
    Expectations that the US Navy will step up maritime protection in the Red Sea following an increasing number of attacks on commercial shipping hasn't stopped carriers from routing services away from the Suez Canal.

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TradeWinds web site
DECEMBER 18, 2023
  • Performance Shipping pares debt with early repayment of $45m loan
    Timeline begins to emerge in court fight on lawsuit from shareholder George Economou
  • Pan Ocean parent Harim to buy HMM in $4.9bn deal to form South Korean shipping giant
    Deal would create combined fleet of 224 ships and newbuildings worth nearly $15bn
  • EU takes aim at tanker sales for shadow fleet in new sanctions package
    The 12th package of measures will tighten the rules surrounding the G7 oil price cap and ban the import of Russian LPG
  • Liberia deflags seven tankers blacklisted by US
    'You're sanctioned, you're cancelled,' says the head of the country's registry
  • Houthi threat to shipping may have to be neutralised 'by military means,' says Bimco
    Statement comes as US prepares navy force to protect shipping in the southern Red Sea
  • Container rates to rally as Hapag-Lloyd joins carriers rerouting vessels away from Suez
    Higher cost of shipping to Israel after Houthi attacks is pushing up the cost of shipping elsewhere
  • Shell's Prelude FLNG unit firing up after four months downtime
    World's largest LNG floater comes back online to catch remainder of winter demand pull
  • Two seafarers missing after cargo ship sinks off Vietnam
    Seven other crew members rescued by passing container ship
  • Braemar shrugs off latest pay revolt as proxy firms take vote close to wire
    UK shipbroker will stick to its guns after dismissing opposition from 'unregulated' shareholder companies
  • Samsung Heavy to pay out $290m to SK Shipping for KC-1 containment system LNG duo
    Could a refit job be shipowner's best option for idled LNG carriers in current market?
  • Uni-Tankers ship suffers fire after being hit by Houthi missile as Red Sea attacks continue
    Ships still transiting the region are advised to use caution by UK authorities
  • VLGC disruption 'here to stay' despite Panama Canal transits rising
    Better news on water levels still leaves large LPG carriers at the back of the queue
  • BP pauses Red Sea shipments as tanker shares climb
    BP joins Euronav in avoiding the troublesome waters
  • BP pausing Red Sea shipments as tanker shares climb
    BP joins Euronav in avoiding the troublesome waters
  • Ardmore spends millions on dry-dock upgrades to keep decarbonisation on track
    Two-thirds of spending in 2023 was on next-generation scrubbers with carbon-capture possibilities
  • Saade family rings in the changes as fortune dips to $18.6bn
    Nicolas Reynard has taken the reins at family investment company Merit
  • Suezmaxes at $200,000? Tankers are best bet as Suez Canal swerved, analysts say
    Canal closure still seen as unlikely but ship diversions could have major impact in some shipping sectors
  • SHI to pay out $290m to SK Shipping for KC-1 containment system LNG duo
    Could a refit job be shipowner's best option for idled LNG carriers in current market?
  • Scorpio Tankers master reports explosion as Red Sea attacks continue
    Ships still transiting the region are advised to use caution by UK authorities
  • Viewpoint: Make room for alternative cargo containment systems in new large-scale LNG carriers
    With a new generation of large-scale LNG carriers, there needs to be greater knowledge of new systems
  • US readies protection force as Euronav and CMB avoid Suez Canal
    Operation Prosperity Guardian will reportedly be announced this week, possibly during a US defence secretary visit to Bahrain
  • Scorpio Tankers master reports explosion off vessel as Red Sea attacks continue
    Ships still transiting the region are advised to use caution by UK authorities
  • John Fredriksen's fortune swells to $22bn in strong year for shipping
    Tanker and gas carrier strength boosted tycoon's worth, but bonds and property have been key too
  • US readies protection force as more companies avoid Suez Canal
    Operation Prosperity Guardian will reportedly be announced this week, possibly during a US defence secretary visit to Bahrain
  • Spain's Scale Gas turns to China for LNG bunkering vessel
    CIMC is due to deliver the 12,500-cbm newbuilding in 2026
  • Master reports explosion off vessel as Red Sea attacks continue
    Ships still transiting the region are advised to use caution by UK authorities
  • Clarksons says shipping's EU carbon bill could hit $8bn by 2026
    Managing director Stephen Gordon puts what sounds like a big number in context
  • Tech standard to reshape shipping one brick at a time
    The S-100 framework has been given teeth to drive maritime digitalisation
  • HMM joins growing list of owners avoiding Red Sea route
    South Korean company is latest liner operator to re-route around Cape of Good Hope
  • Liner company share prices surge on Suez Canal avoidance plans
    Major liner firms avoiding Egyptian waterway already account for 70% of Suez Canal-bound capacity, says Flexport
  • Subcontinent ship recyclers finish up the year fighting over scraps
    Volumes are down across South Asia's three main ship-recycling destinations, with only slim pickings available
  • Rich rewards shield chemical tankers from ship recycling yards
    Only eight chemical tankers were sold for recycling in 2023, and market players say few are being built
  • Singapore expands green corridor network to six Japan ports
    Ports aim to develop standards and best practices to support decarbonisation, digitalisation and growth of the maritime industry

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American Shipper web site
DECEMBER 18, 2023
  • Red Sea chaos should boost tanker and container shipping rates
    A growing number of ship operators are refusing to transit the Red Sea and taking a very long detour around Africa instead.
  • Is a reduction in maritime emissions a market mirage?
    It is unclear whether the reduction in emissions is a result of a genuine effort to mitigate environmental impact or a consequence of market dynamics.
  • Air China Cargo welcomes first Airbus A330 converted freighter
    Air China Cargo is adding Airbus freighters to its fleet after previously operating Boeing jets.

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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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