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Exim India web site
APRIL 21, 2023
  • Hapag-Lloyd successfully completes acquisition of minority shareholding in J M Baxi Ports & Logistics
  • ONE announces increase in sailing frequency of Africa, India & Middle East service to weekly
  • Maersk's new container protection prices for India
  • Global trade & investment decisions seen increasingly based on geopolitics; 'friendshoring' on the rise
  • Rathendra Raman appointed Chairperson of Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port
  • IMF: Germany & UK enter recession in 2023
  • AD Ports Group launches container shipping service connecting Kuwait
  • Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port commissions its largest barge
  • Maersk unveils world's first green methanol-powered containership
  • CONCOR changing the dynamics of loose cement logistics
  • Consolidated instructions for granting manual Out of Charge of import consignments where duty is not being reflected in ICES after payment
  • PSA Breakbulk launches first Project Cargo Ecosystem at Antwerp port
  • PM Gati Shakti NMP platform has numerous data layers mapped onto it
  • B'Desh's Matarbari port seen as a game changer for regional connectivity
  • Gangavaram Port reduces fuel surcharge on pilotage
  • Govt plans to challenge WTO panel ruling on ICT duties
  • Removal of diesel export duty notified

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International Transport Journal web site
APRIL 21, 2023
  • A triple at Malpensa
  • Canada, USA and Mexico now linked by single line
  • Treviso and Frosinone added to network
  • A new rail service between France and Germany
  • Additional storage space in Magdeburg
  • P3 Logistic Parks picks Adrien Beuriot
  • Challenge Group: e-commerce with China booming
  • More space for containers in Vladivostok
  • Grimaldi takes over new G5-class vessel
  • General cargo network increases IT security
  • Customs brokerage team ready to serve
  • Reliable Airlines appoints Tom Klassen
  • IAG Cargo restarting flights to China
  • Robots to replace manual order picking
  • Tobias Behncke now heading Retrack Germany
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • First maritime container terminal in Michigan
  • 90 years ago today - Macon follows Akron

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The Loadstar web site
APRIL 20, 2023
  • Hopes of a transpacific turnaround as Q1 numbers come in
  • Tell it like it is, guys - it's as clear as San Pedro Bay mud
  • Canny Mærsk avoids two Bolloré auctions in style
  • Doubts over more GRIs as Taiwan carriers bank on demand returning
  • US restructure rumours as another top exec quits Qatar Airways Cargo
  • DB Schenker sale - dodging 'burned fingers' as Berlin tiptoes
  • Amazon speeds up deliveries with a shift to regionalised US model
  • All-round inventory focus waitin' on a sunny day
  • Leadership needed to drive maritime's climate technical fixes
  • Old Dominion's Dave Bates takes on COO role at XPO

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Marine Log web site
APRIL 20, 2023
  • Maritime not yet ready for prime time on alternative fuels
    The maritime industry is not yet ready for the safe adoption at scale of alternative fuels. That's the key take-away from a new report from the Maritime Technologies Forum (MTF), which says
  • Former Chouest OSV to become marine spaceport
    ABS is supporting the reactivation and modification of an offshore support vessel (OSV) to function as the world's first marine spaceport for human space flights. The flights will be operated by Space

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Container News web site
APRIL 20, 2023
  • Downtrend for bunker indices
    Global MABUX bunker indices experienced a sustained downward trend. The 380 HSFO index fell to US$508.54/MT, the VLSFO index decreased to US$646.49/MT and the MGO index saw a larger decline of US$25.57 to US$865.83/MT. "At the time of writing, downward dynamics prevailed in the market," pointed out a MABUX official. The Global Scrubber Spread (SS) - the price difference between 380 HSFO and VLSFO
  • Drewry's World Container Index snaps losing streak as Transpacific spot prices shoot up
    The Drewry's World Container Index (WCI) snapped its losing streak, registering a 3.8% weekly uptick for the index on the back of strong price upswings in the China-US trade route. The Shanghai-Los Angeles (China-US West Coast) trade lane whose prices had taken the largest hit, appreciated 11% for the week to rise from US$1,674 to end at US$1,856. The outperforming Shanghai- New York (China-US Ea
  • DNV opens new Technology Centre to accelerate energy transition
    DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, launched its new Technology Centre on Groningen's Zernike campus in the Netherlands. The new, sustainable facility is equipped with the latest testing equipment to support DNV's research into the decarbonisation of energy systems. According to DNV, the Technology Centre will articulate research and technology qualification for the energy
  • New straddle carriers enhance HHLA's Container Terminal Tollerort operations
    Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) has proceeded with the renewal of the straddle carrier fleet at its Container Terminal Tollerort (CTT) with eight new straddle carriers with hybrid drive going into operation in April. These vehicles consume significantly less fuel and thus also emit correspondingly fewer emissions, according to HHLA's statement. Including these eight new units, the hybrid s
  • Tangshan Hede starts service to Vietnam and Thailand
    Chinese operator Tangshan Port Hede Shipping, part of the Hebei Port Group, which had operated coastal box shipping services as well as China-Japan-South Korea routes, has expanded into Southeast Asia, with a new service connecting Tangshan port with Ho Chi Minh and Laem Chabang in Vietnam and Thailand. The service kicked off with the 1,096 TEU HS Hong Kong departing Tangshan on 7 April. Accordin
  • UWL opens new office in Brazil
    UWL, an American-owned NVOCC and provider of global 3PL services, opens a new office near the port of Itajaí in Brazil. The around 750 m² facility serves as the central location for most of the company's Brazil-based workforce, which has grown by 500% over the last five years, outgrowing multiple smaller office locations throughout the region. The location overlooks the Port of Itajaí and Navegan
  • Allseas Global Project Logistics to wind up
    Allseas Global Project Logistics, which started liner services during the Covid-19-induced box shipping boom, has been ordered by a United Kingdom court to be wound up. Audit firm Grant Thornton has been appointed as the liquidator, and unsecured creditors are unlikely to have any recourse. Allseas Global Project Logistics' administrators had earlier stated they would move to compulsory liquidati
  • Reduced cargo mobility at Port of Long Beach
    Port of Long Beach (POLB) reported a decline in volumes during March, nearly one-third from the same month last year. Retailers continue to clear warehouses and shippers shuffle routes from the West Coast to seaports on the East and Gulf coasts, according to the port's statement. In particular, dockworkers and terminal operators moved 603,878 TEUs last month, down 30% from March 2022, which was t
  • ONE orders two containerised units for wind-assist propulsion
    Singapore-based Ocean Network Express (ONE) has decided to install two containerised wind assist units on one of their operated container feeder ships before the end of the year. The 1,036 TEU boxship Kalamazoo is owned by Singapore-based Norse and the wind assist systems will be supplied by the Netherlands-based company, Econowind. This is one of the key initiatives of ONE's operational cost opt
  • DNV introduces real-time emissions data verification solution
    DNV has launched Emissions Connect, an emissions data verification engine and data management platform, to help the maritime industry accurately assess and work with emissions data. The solution provides a trusted, verified source of emissions data that can be shared securely with all relevant stakeholders along the maritime value chain. "Reducing emissions and reporting on progress is becoming i
  • Hapag-Lloyd completes share acquisition in J M Baxi Ports & Logistics Limited
    German container shipping company Hapag-Lloyd has finalised the acquisition of a 40% stake in J M Baxi Ports & Logistics Limited (JMBPL). In January 2023, Hapag-Lloyd reached an agreement for the takeover of the Indian shipping firm's shares with an affiliate of Bain Capital Private Equity, which owned 35% of JMBPL, and the Kotak family, who own the majority of JMBPL shares. The contractual parti
  • Wan Hai Lines names three new boxships
    Wan Hai Lines hosted ship naming ceremonies for WAN HAI 361, WAN HAI 362, and WAN HAI 366 at Japan Marine United Corporation TSU Shipyard. WAN HAI 361 and 362 are the 10th and 11th vessels, respectively, in a series of 3,013 TEU container ships, while WAN HAI 366 is the second vessel in a series of 3,055 TEU vessels. Japan Marine United Corporation TSU Shipyard constructed the three container shi
  • CMA CGM introduces new service for tuna reefer shipments ex Abidjan
    CMA CGM has announced a new service specially dedicated to tuna reefer shipments out of Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. CMA CGM, along with its subsidiary Ceva Logistics, has introduced this solution which is expected to allow their customers to plug their export reefers during the documentation process. Additionally, the new product is will offer an area located 200 metres from Abidjan Fishing Port, wit

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Splash web site
APRIL 20, 2023
  • Höegh Autoliners bags five-year Asia-Europe vehicle shipping deal
    Norway's Höegh Autoliners has landed a five-year deal with a major Asian automaker to carry cars from Asia to Europe. The Oslo-based company, which operates around 40 roros and makes about 3 000 port calls each year did not disclose the numbers, but said the contract that starts this month has a "significant value". Andreas ...
  • Diana Shipping clinches $100m for debt refinancing
    Greek bulker owner Diana Shipping has tapped Danish Ship Finance for a $100m loan maturing in April 2028. The New York-listed firm has used the proceeds to refinance two existing loans with BNP Paribas of about $75.2m and another loan facility with DNB Bank of approximately $11.8m. Diana said the leftover cash may be used ...
  • UN taps Boskalis to remove oil from decaying FSO off Yemen
    Boskalis' SMIT Salvage has been tasked to remove oil from the decaying floating storage and offloading unit (FSO) moored off Yemen's Red Sea coast. The single-hulled oil tanker, built in 1976 and converted in 1987, is believed to hold 1.14m barrels of light crude oil. Due to the crisis in Yemen, the FSO has not been maintained ...
  • MISC makes green finance debut with $527m loan
    Malaysia's top shipping line MISC has clinched what it says is its first sustainability-linked loan. The company with more than 100 ships in its fleet, sealed an 11-year, $527m syndicated loan through its subsidiaries in Singapore, for the financing of six very large ethane carriers (VLECs). The ambitious environmental key performance indicator (KPI) is benchmarked ...
  • Excelerate completes $265m Maran Gas FRSU purchase
    New York-listed floating regasification specialist Excelerate Energy has completed the acquisition of FSRU from Greece's Maran Gas. The Texas-headquartered company paid $265m for the 173,400 cu m Sequoia currently operating at the Bahia Regasification Terminal in Bahia, Brazil. The Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering (DSME)-built unit, capable of operating as both an FSRU and LNG ...
  • Ulstein readies foundation vessel design for Singapore offshore wind newcomer Cyan
    Singapore-based offshore wind vessel pure-play Cyan Renewables has contracted Dutch-based Ulstein Design & Solutions, part of Norway's Ulstein Group, to design a series of new offshore wind foundation installation vessels (FIVs). With a shortage of specialised offshore wind support vessels, these new FIVs are needed to fill the gap and will enable Cyan to support ...
  • Vietnam taking significant volume of US-bound box exports away from China
    Global trade patterns are being remoulded at a fast clip, with reshoring now clearly diminishing China's dominance in the transpacific box trades. Covid, a more strident China, tensions along the Taiwan Strait, and the war in Ukraine have all played their part in many companies looking for alternative places to source their goods lately. Data ...
  • CIMC Raffles seals domestic WTIV order
    Chinese yard CIMC Raffles has revealed an order from fellow construction firm CRCC Harbour & Channel Engineering Bureau Group for the construction of an offshore wind turbine installation vessel (WTIV). According to CIMC, the unit will be the most advanced fourth-generation self-propelled WTIV that will enter service for the construction of offshore wind farms in ...
  • Argeo awarded Norwegian deepsea survey contract
    Norwegian surveyor Argeo has been awarded a contract by the Norwegian Petroleum Directorate (NPD) for multi-sensor data acquisition with autonomous underwater vehicles (AUV) in the northern part of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. The purpose of the deep-sea survey is to further evaluate mineral resource potential in the 500-km-long Knipovich Ridge. The project, with a contract value ...
  • Chinese commodity demand soars back
    The dragon is back, firing on all cylinders, giving hope to anyone involved in the shipping of commodities to the country with the largest population in the world. China, shorn of the shackles of covid finally, has provided plenty of hugely encouraging data points for tanker and dry bulk owners this week. Gross domestic product ...
  • IMO study makes the case for more ambitious green targets
    A study commissioned by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) shows that the hurdles regularly cited barring the way to shipping's decarbonisation are all surmountable. The study, which has been sent to the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) which meets in London this July, potentially paves the way for member states to agree on more ambitious ...
  • Two suction sails to be installed on ONE feeder ship
    Japanese liner Ocean Network Express (ONE) has decided to install two containerised wind assist units on one of its operated feeder ships before the end of 2023. The 143 m long, 1,036 teu capacity is owned by Singapore-based Norse and the wind assist systems will be supplied by the Netherlands-based company, Econowind with its VentoFoil ...
  • Lomar to install carbon capture device on boxship next month
    Lomar's new subsidiary lomarlabs is working with London-based climate tech start-up Seabound to develop cost-effective methods to capture CO2 onboard vessels. Lomarlabs works with entrepreneurs who bring deep tech solutions to the maritime industry and helps them de-risk their technologies and optimise their business models. This venture is spearheaded by former Lomar technical director Stylianos
  • Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern complete combination
    Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern today completed their $31bn combination to create Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC), establishing the first single-line railway connecting Canada, the US, and Mexico. "Today, we celebrate this historic combination creating a truly unique single-line rail network that begins a new chapter of railroad history in North America," said CPKC ...
  • Eneti moves to up wind game with offshore driller Transocean
    Emanuele Lauro-led offshore wind player Eneti and offshore drilling giant Transocean are looking to join forces in the rapidly growing offshore wind services sector. The New York-listed duo has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with the intention of setting up a joint venture company that will engage in offshore wind foundation installation activities. The ...
  • Shipmanagement margins hit by global inflationary pressures
    As with any consumer or business, shipmanagers have had to fight soaring inflation issues over the past year. Their problem? The hefty competition keeps a lid on how much they can raise their fees. This has led some to question the very business model of third-party managers. The International Monetary Fund predicts global inflation to ...

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Lloyd's List web site
APRIL 20, 2023
  • Russia to boost grain shipments from illegally occupied port in Sea of Azov
    Barge operations have been reportedly running from the occupied territory, but attempts to full reopen the port to shipping have...
  • Biden extends ban on Russia-affiliated vessels from US ports
    US extends ban on Russia-linked ships from calling in US ports
  • Shipowners' Club sees surplus but takes hit on investments
    Growth in both membership and aggregate entered tonnage, but small drop in number of entered vessels
  • Scenario planning critical to supply chain resilience
    Supply chain disruption cannot always be forecast. But there are steps that can be taken to ensure that when they...
  • Lomar in carbon capture partnership with UK start-up
    Company is working with charterers for a vessel to 'catalyse the development of this novel technology'
  • Rio Tinto ships record iron ore volumes
    The miner is focusing on materials needed for the energy transition and is involved in studies for unlocking the largest...
  • Port Sudan reopens after fighting forces closure
    Conflict likely to mean 'significant setbacks' for shipping companies and importers/exporters, West of England P&I club says
  • Efficiency measures can cut energy demand by 27% in 2050
    Research submitted to the International Maritime Organization shows the availability of alternative fuels for shipping is only expected to be sufficient to...
  • China accounts for over half of global newbuilding orders
    All car carrier newbuilding orders placed in the first quarter of the year have been won by Chinese shipyards
  • Shell's former shipping chief says safety must regain priority status
    The overwhelming drive for decarbonisation is not helping the industry to improve levels of safety, says Grahaeme Henderson
  • Eneti to form offshore wind venture with Transocean
    Deal involves conversion of at least two Transocean vessels into floating offshore wind foundation installation platforms
  • MISC nets $527m sustainability-linked loan to fund VLECs
    Standard Chartered Bank plays a lead role as structuring bank, sustainability coordinator, and hedge coordinator for loan
  • ONE to trial box-mounted wind assistance
    Wingsail technology offers potential for reducing fuel burn. But until now it has been difficult to adapt to boxships
  • Genco's Zafolias steps down as finance chief
    Apostolos Zafolias is departing the US-based dry bulk company to pursue an opportunity outside of the maritime industry
  • Full warehouses and labour issues soften Long Beach's volumes
    Shifting cargo volumes amid the protracted labour negotiations, reduced consumer spending and full warehouses have softened the port of Long...
  • Shipping survey shows need to embrace multi-fuel future to reach decarbonisation
    A survey of key shipping companies was conducted to understand how shipping industry leaders are thinking about future fuels
  • Matson expects drop in profit linked to transpacific demand doldrums
    Hawaii-based company expects a substantial hit to first-quarter net income but sees demand improving in the second half of the...
  • Daily Briefing
    Box freight rate slump shows signs of easing | West coast ports lose over 1m teu of imports per year...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
APRIL 20, 2023
  • Weekend chassis access becomes post-COVID sticking point in US
    Some truckers think it is unfair that shippers incur demurrage on weekends when railroads are open and chassis locations are closed, but it's a complex issue without an easy answer.
  • Should chassis locations be open on weekends in all US cities?
    Some truckers think it's unfair that shippers incur demurrage on weekends when railroads are open while chassis locations are closed, but it's a complex issue without an easy answer.
  • Breakbulk23: Changing trade, political dynamics demand 'new pragmatism'
    An advanced sense of "pragmatism" is needed for shippers and nations to cope with changes wrought by war and climate change, attendees at the Journal of Commerce's Breakbulk & Project Cargo Conference were told.
  • ILWU says has tentative deal with PMA on 'key issues,' but withholds details
    The ILWU statement comes even as Local 13 continued to engage in job action this week that has been slowing cargo handling at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.
  • High slot cost of methanol ships will depend on demand: ABS
    The scale of demand for green methanol and the number of market participants involved in producing the zero-carbon fuel will play a crucial role in setting prices and maintaining price stability, observers say.

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TradeWinds web site
APRIL 20, 2023
  • Singapore's maritime start-ups look to weather tech sector meltdown
    Record results in some shipping sectors are helping narrow the funding gap caused by the slowdown, say industry observers
  • ABS and DNV: Transparency and trust key to development of maritime tech in Asia
    Class societies say technology covering the entire value chain is needed, not just vessel optimisation
  • Thomas Wilhelmsen: Asia has a lot to offer in the way of technology development
    Group chief executive says technology development for shipping requires global collaboration
  • New technologies are working, says Thomas Wilhelmsen
    Norwegian shipping conglomerate CEO shares some of the successes with technology his company has encountered
  • Bigyellowfish founders reveal how Asian tech start-ups can raise funding
    Seafarer well-being platform co-founders say region is an exciting investment space provided you come well prepared
  • EPS Ventures on the hunt for start-ups tackling decarbonisation
    Singapore-based shipowner believes small stakes in early stage start-ups can contribute a lot to greening shipping
  • Groundup.ai finds perfect match in $1.8m seed funding round
    Singaporean tech start-up claims finding the right investor is akin to finding a marriage partner
  • Asian venture capital appetite for tech is growing, but US still leads
    Asian venture capitalists are interested in maritime tech but need the hard sell, backers and start-ups say
  • Microsoft and all-star shipping cast back Hafnia-led tech accelerator
    But partners in Singapore-seated technology venture say they will be providing more than just acceleration
  • Special report: Asia stakes out role as gateway for maritime tech ambitions
    In our latest business focus, TradeWinds reporters Jonathan Boonzaier, Dale Wainwright and Irene Ang report on how Asia is taking a leading role in digital tech, why 'collaboration', 'transparency' and 'trust' are critical to success, and how the region is showing off its potential for talent and sophisticated innovation
  • Bureau Veritas' marine and offshore business boosts revenue off more newbuildings and surveys
    Classification society's first-quarter revenue improves 11.5% to €113m
  • Vale and Rio Tinto boost iron ore output as China property sector recovery powers outlook
    Vale's expectation to meet full-year production guidance should benefit capesize bulkers, analyst says
  • Diana takes out $100m loan to refinance debt maturing by May 2024
    New York-listed shipowner's long-term debt stands at $663m as of late February
  • Jason Liberty earns almost $11m in first year as Royal Caribbean chief executive
    He made $13m in 2021, which was his last year as company's chief financial officer
  • Ofac official sees no widespread evasion of oil price caps
    Senior official individuals behind faked pricing documents are the targets for enforcement
  • Boskalis strikes deal with UN to retrieve oil from stricken tanker
    Salvage team poised to leave Rotterdam to prepare for Red Sea operation
  • Western shipping linked to oil price-cap busting port in Russia's Far East
    US sanctions body will lay out concerns
  • MISC seals $527m debut green loan for fleet of VLECs
    Shipowner taps Standard Chartered and other big names for sustainability-linked financing
  • Flipping frenzy: MR values keep on rising as Bahri leads the way on sales
    Greece's Spring Marine and Turkey's BLT also seal money-making deals
  • Greece's M/Maritime makes first ship sale in fleet renewal move
    John Mytilineos-backed bulker owner disposes of its oldest vessel and sets sights on younger, chartered-in ship
  • Shipowners' Club upbeat after strong underwriting result
    Specialist ship insurance mutual registers an underwriting profit last year
  • Hoegh Autoliners nets deal with Asian automaker to bring vehicles to Europe
    CEO hails 'milestone' agreement
  • And then there were six: AMA Capital Partners beefs up with addition of veteran banker Chris Weyers
    Streetwise takes a look at finance man's departure from Stifel after 11 years and how his new employer may benefit
  • Tankers operating in 'opaque' markets hit 1,000 mark
    Vortexa says vessels solely hauling Russian oil represent half of a fleet that is also operating in Iran and Venezuela
  • 'Costly flaws': Norway's electric ferries are over-engineered; lighter energy-efficient vessels are needed
    Publicly funded electrification of ferries in Norway are costly and inefficient, argue Brim Explorer co-founders Espen Larsen-Hakkebo and Agnes Arnadottir
  • Lomar's tech fund backs Wen and Fredriksson's carbon-capture start-up Seabound
    Greek owner sees first fruits of diversification into technology
  • Start-up Cyan tasks Ulstein with designing wind ships in $1bn push
    Singapore company set to order floating foundation installation vessels
  • Inmarsat satellite outage highlights weaknesses in global distress signal system
    Was ageing infrastructure to blame for the incident, which affected vessels in the Asia-Pacific region?
  • Western shipping linked to oil price-cap busting in Russia's Far East
    US sanctions body set to lay out concerns over Western involvement in shipping oil from Russia's Far East
  • Eneti and Transocean form joint venture to convert drillships for wind work
    Scorpio Group shipowner to work with drilling company as it moves into renewables
  • Philly Shipyard shareholders bump share capital as orders roll in
    US builder has come roaring back in recent years, thanks to government contracts and offshore wind
  • Who will win the race to replace IMO's Kitack Lim?
    Three of the leading candidates to be IMO secretary-general talk to TW+ about their values and vision for the UN's specialised shipping agency
  • Excelerate Energy concludes FSRU buy from Maran Gas Maritime
    Completion of purchase will bump up company's regas vessel fleet to eight fully-owned units
  • Snam FSRU runs into protests over deployment off Tuscan town
    Residents claim no independent study has been carried out for environmentally sensitive waters
  • Turkey's Saros FSRU completes first ship-to-ship gas transfer
    BW Gas vessel delivers Algerian natural gas to new FSRU in the Aegean
  • Tina Revsbech leaves Fednav for family after three years
    It is a case of 'mission accomplished', Fednav's chief executive told TradeWinds
  • Who will win the race to lead IMO?
    Three of the leading candidates to be IMO secretary-general talk to TW+ about their values and vision for the UN's specialised shipping agency
  • Tanker and bulker values have further to climb, says Tufton Oceanic
    Shipowner reveals bigger profit for first quarter and eyes asset-value upside
  • The IMO must win a consensus on carbon or shipping will face chaos
    The failure of the industry's global regulator to agree on global frameworks for carbon cuts could see it lose control of the agenda
  • Italian justice minister accuses judges over flight of Russian 'oil smuggler'
    Artem Uss fled last month to avoid extradition to US over sanctions breach claims
  • Perfect Bulk arrests Amaar Marine bulk carrier in Singapore
    Chinese charterer wants its money for unconsumed bunkers it supplied to vessel with a troubled history
  • Chemical carrier sales leave Greathorse nearer tanker exit door
    Two more vessels reported sold after CMB and Armina Shipping raided fleet last year
  • BW Offshore sells FPSO as it pivots to greener investments
    Oslo-listed group to book a small profit on disposal of the BW Athena
  • War of words intensifies over Ukraine grain shipments
    Russian Foreign Ministry accuses Ukrainian ship inspectors of asking for bribes in a series of tit-for-tat claims
  • Shipowner Kumiai Senpaku doubles down on niche with Chengxi newbuilding
    The Japanese company now has a total of four newbuildings on order at the Chinese yard
  • New York venture capital firm buys stake in Vortexa
    Big-time investors continue to take positions ahead of commodity technology and intelligence sector's consolidation phase
  • Hafnia makes it $116m from 2023 sales as LR1s continue to depart
    BW Group company moves on to shedding 2008-built vessels after selling 2007 ships
  • Matson expects much lower first-quarter profit absent pandemic-driven demand
    Operator expects operating income for ocean transportation sector to be mere fraction compared to a year earlier

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American Shipper web site
APRIL 20, 2023
  • Price cap on Russian crude could soon face its biggest test
    Mainstream tankers have moved into the Russian crude export trade. The price cap might push them back out again.
  • DHL Express to buy 9 Boeing 777 jets converted for cargo
    DHL Express is ordering nine passenger-to-freighter conversion aircraft to modernize its large fleet.
  • Air cargo operators still feel 'hangover from the 2021 party'
    Air cargo professionals hope demand has hit bottom and will start to improve soon, but there could be further downside if some barometers are true.

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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
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Arrival ports by:
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- country
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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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