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December 28, 2023

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Exim India web site
DECEMBER 28, 2023
  • Coastal shipping has huge potential, being given further policy impetus: Sonowal
  • War risk premia seen up after attack on vessel off India's west coast
  • World trade, container shipping face rough weather due to Red Sea impact
  • India pays UAE in rupees for crude
  • Oilmeal exports seen up this fiscal
  • Saudi Ports Authority and MEDLOG to develop integrated logistics park at Dammam's King Abdulaziz Port
  • India slaps anti-dumping duty on gypsum board/tiles from China, Oman
  • MSC issues statement on vessel incident in Red Sea
  • AD Ports Group inks Concession Agreement to develop & operate multipurpose terminal in Safaga Port, Egypt
  • YOU ASK.. WE ANSWER...
  • Rate increases by carriers should meet the legal requirements & should not be at the expense of competition: FMC
  • Onshore Power Supply package for port stakeholders now available
  • India's engg goods exports to Russia surge 138 pc in April.-Nov.

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Marine Log web site
DECEMBER 27, 2023
  • Shell and Equinor to go ahead with Sparta deepwater development
    In yet another demonstration of the continuing importance of the U.S. Gulf of Mexico as a source of low carbon intensive production of oil, Shell Offshore Inc., a subsidiary of Shell plc,(51%
  • Van Oord to build "most ecological wind farm yet" for Ecowende
    Van Oord has been contracted to build the Hollandse Kust (west) lot V wind farm. Located about 28.6 nautical miles west of the Netherlands, it is being billed by developer Ecowende (a
  • GLDD succeeds in bid protest of USACE action
    As those who watch these things know, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) rejects the majority of bid protests filed with it. However, a number of bid protests do, in fact, succeed and
  • Sanmar electric tug duo is on the way to join SAAM Towage's Vancouver fleet
    The two all-electric tugs ordered from Turkey's Sanmar Shipyard by SAAM Towage in October 2022 (see earlier story) are now on their way to Vancouver, B.C. Following successful completion of sea trials,

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Container News web site
DECEMBER 27, 2023
  • Cybersecurity Concerns for Small Businesses in a Mobile-First Era
    All small businesses, irrespective of industry, must be vigilant about the risks posed by cybersecurity threats. Cybercriminals are constantly modifying their techniques, making it crucial to have a cybersecurity plan, particularly with the rise of COVID-19-related cyber threats to companies. The increase in employees working from home has exposed vulnerabilities in many company infrastructures.
  • MABUX global bunker indices rise
    During Week 51, the MABUX global bunker indices began an upward trajectory, marking the first positive movement in the past five weeks. The 380 HSFO index rose by US$11.38 to US$520.06/MT. The VLSFO index, in turn, added US$28.79. The MGO index increased by US$34.44. "At the time of writing, the upward trend in the market continued," stated a MABUX official. The Global Scrubber Spread (SS), which
  • AD Ports Group and RSPA ink deal for Safaga port development
    AD Ports Group, a key player in global trade, logistics, and industry facilitation, announced the signing of a definitive concession agreement with the Red Sea Ports Authority (RSPA) for the establishment and operation of a versatile terminal at Safaga Sea Port. This significant milestone, approved by the Government of Egypt, underscores the robust trade relations between the United Arab Emirates
  • Maersk signs MoU with City of Yokohama and Mitsubishi Gas Chemical
    A.P. Moller-Maersk has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the City of Yokohama and Mitsubishi Gas Chemical (MGC). This collaborative effort is centered around the development of green methanol bunkering infrastructure in Yokohama, in conjunction with Maersk's plan to introduce 16,000 TEU green methanol-powered container vessels starting in 2024. The partnership underscores
  • Mawani secures four contracts for marine services in eight ports
    Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) signed four contracts at King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam, totaling investments exceeding US$270 million. Collaborating with "Zamil Marine Services" and "Naghi Marine," the contracts involve providing a range of maritime services at eight ports. These efforts align with the goals of the national transport and logistics strategy, enhancing Saudi ports' global standing a
  • MSC boxship attacked in Red Sea
    MSC confirmed that on 26 December the 8,200 TEU container ship MSC UNITED VIII was attacked while transiting the Red Sea. "The vessel informed a nearby coalition task force warship of the attack and as instructed engaged in evasive maneuvers," reported the Swiss/Italian ocean carrier. According to the company's announcement, all crew are safe with no reported injuries and a thorough assessment of
  • Capacity crunch as all-time high of vessels reroute around Cape of Good Hope
    The number of ships that have diverted from the Suez Canal to the Cape of Good Hope has reached a record high of 125 ships as of 24 December, exceeding the number seen when the Ever Given was grounded in the canal in March 2021. Linerlytica's latest report, issued on 26 December, stated that when Suez traffic was closed for seven days due to the Ever Given grounding, fewer than 20 ships were dive
  • ExxonMobil partners with FuelCell Energy for CO2 capture pilot plant
    ExxonMobil is set to construct a pilot plant at the Botlek site in Rotterdam, employing cutting-edge carbonate fuel cell technology. These advanced fuel cells not only possess the capability to capture CO2 emissions from industrial sources before their release into the atmosphere but also have the added benefit of generating valuable by-products. Furthermore, the innovative technology not only ge

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Lloyd's List web site
DECEMBER 27, 2023
  • Evergreen Marine names Wu as new president
    The move comes as liner shipping business is being consolidated at Taiwan's Evergreen Group, which controls the world's seventh-largest boxship...
  • Singapore's vessel arrivals hits record 3bn gross tonnes
    Elsewhere in Tuas, three more berths are operational this year, with functional berths at a total of eight as Si,ngapore...
  • CSIC's ex-chairman Hu Wenming imprisoned for corruption
    The CSIC former head is guilty of accepting bribes and causing major losses by improperly acquiring assets from private shipyards...
  • Houthi attack on MSC vessel adds pressure to Red Sea service revival
    The armed group fired missiles at the 8,200 teu containership but appears to have missed it. MSC stated all crew...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
DECEMBER 27, 2023
  • Expected Q1 drop in US trucking jobs not likely to move needle on pricing, capacity
    Larger trucking employers may be reluctant to lay off workers ahead of what they hope will be an uptick in freight demand this coming spring or summer.
  • CBP ruling prohibits US customs brokers from using offshore labor
    The ruling is significant because it means US brokers can no longer use less expensive offshore labor to cut down on operational costs associated with import entry preparation and other brokerage services.
  • Steady rise in passenger capacity undermining air freight rate growth
    Air freight volumes are not expected to show any significant growth until well into 2024, and some analysts question whether there will even be a peak season for exports from Asia at the end of the year.
  • Shippers face delays as carriers skip South America calls due to Panama Canal woes
    Ocean Network Express and Hapag-Lloyd confirmed they are skipping calls, especially at Cartagena in Colombia and Manzanillo in Panama, although omissions are being made at other ports.

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TradeWinds web site
DECEMBER 27, 2023
  • Star Bulk clinches yet another profitable ship disposal deal
    US-listed shipping behemoth wraps up eventful year by selling an eight-year old ultramax
  • Samudera eyes growing markets and forks out for gas carrier brace
    Indonesian owner seeks to enter growing ethylene market at home and overseas
  • ONE container ship to be dry-docked after Suez Canal grounding
    Vessel has been taken out of service and is awaiting repairs in Turkey
  • Italian liner upstart Kalypso files for protection from creditors
    Company throws in towel amid vessel arrest and dispute with Chinese owner over Israel calls
  • Year Ahead: Regulatory hurdles leave shipowners to grapple with limited options for fuelling ammonia carriers
    Current discrepancies over IGC and IGF codes leave ammonia carrier shipowners with few options
  • Tonnage-hungry Economou said to have joined the VLAC bandwagon
    Major Greek shipowner is linked to yet another order - this time for large ammonia carriers in South Korea
  • Ex-CSIC chairman Hu Wenming sentenced to 13 years for graft
    Former chairman convicted for taking $8.4m in bribes
  • Advantage Tankers raises LR1 wager amid Glencore sell-off
    Product tanker deal-making dominates oil carrier S&P activity as year comes to a close
  • Year Ahead: LNG shipping prospects ranked 'as clear as mud' for 2024
    Fundamentals look weak but a wealth of factors could quickly turn the sector's fortunes
  • Japan's Ryobi Holdings orders high-end cruise ship at in Portugal
    Bus, taxi and ferry operator to make bold step into Japan's increasingly competitive cruise sector
  • Singapore sees record number of vessel arrivals in 2023
    City state says success is down to strong tripartite cooperation between unions, industry, and government
  • CMA CGM works on plans to increase Suez Canal crossings
    French liner giant remains 'deeply concerned' over Red Sea situation but has not diverted all its vessels
  • Brazil drops money laundering and corruption charges against former Sembcorp Marine executive
    A former consultant to the company in Brazil has also been acquitted, Singapore group says
  • Japan's Ryobi Holdings orders high-end cruise ship at West Sea in Portugal
    Bus, taxi and ferry operator to make bold step into Japan's increasingly competitive cruise sector
  • Singapore's 2023 vessel arrivals pass 3bn gross tons setting new record
    City state says success is down to strong tripartite co-operation between unions, industry, and government
  • Singapore's vessel arrival tonnage in 2023 passes 3bn gross tons setting new record
    City state says success is down to strong tripartite co-operation between unions, industry, and government

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American Shipper web site
DECEMBER 27, 2023
  • How safe is Red Sea? Different shipping lines have different answers
    Shipping stocks are under pressure as some ocean carriers show faith in military protection from Red Sea attacks.

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FROM THE HOME PAGE
At the end of the year Fret SCNF will cease to exist and the activity will be detected by the new companies Hexafret and Technis
St. -Ouen
The deal is aimed at averting the payment of 5.3 billion euros.
Tzitzikostas : At the beginning of my mandate I will present a strategy for European ports
Tzitzikostas : At the beginning of my mandate I will present a strategy for European ports
Brussels
"The competitiveness of the transport sector must be based on sustainability," the European Commission said.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings records record quarterly revenue
Miami
In the July-September period of this year, the group's ships have embarked on 812mila passengers (+ 9.7%)
The intermodal hubs of Melzo and Milan Smistamento will be retaken in the ZLS of the port and retroport of Genoa
Milan
Deliberation approved by the regional junta of Lombardy
It amounts to 39 billion euros per year the public investment needed to decarbonize European transport.
It amounts to 39 billion euros per year the public investment needed to decarbonize European transport.
Brussels
The estimate in a new study of Transport & Environment
The crisis in the Red Sea has caused a hole of six billion dollars in Egypt's coffers
The crisis in the Red Sea has caused a hole of six billion dollars in Egypt's coffers
Cairo / Alexandria
Scali at the Egyptian port of El Dekheila of the services of Vuxx Shipping between China and Russia
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 1.7% percent
Beijing
The only volumes to and from abroad have increased by 5.0%
In the July-September quarter, naval traffic in the Bosphorus Strait grew by 6.4%
Ankara
In the first nine months of 2024, the increase was 7.1%
DFDS will not acquire the international transport network of Ekol Logistics
Copenhagen / Istanbul
Exchange of allegations : The Danish group claims that certain contract conditions have not been met ; the Turkish company replies that it has received a discount request in the last 24 hours
In the first quarter of this year, traffic in European Union ports fell by -3.2% percent.
In the first quarter of this year, traffic in European Union ports fell by -3.2% percent.
Luxembourg
The only traffic in containers (+ 5.2%) is growing. Still doubts about the figures attributed to Italy
ECSA and T&E are calling for the Clean Industrial Deal to support the energy transition of shipping
Brussels
Among the demands, make ecological naval fuels available in ports
In the July-September quarter, ONE revenue grew by 65.2% percent.
In the July-September quarter, ONE revenue grew by 65.2% percent.
Singapore
The volumes of containers carried by the fleet increased by 6.6%
In the third quarter, the financial and operational results of COSCO were substantially increased.
In the third quarter, the financial and operational results of COSCO were substantially increased.
Shanghai
The volumes of containers carried by the fleet increased by 8.6%
Maersk records glowing quarterly results
Maersk records glowing quarterly results
Copenhagen
A strong performance in the containerized shipping industry has been decided. Also growing terminal and logistics
Confitarma lists actions to increase the contribution of shipping to the Italian System
Naples
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In the third quarter the traffic in goods in Turkish ports decreased by -1.8%
Ankara
Volumes to and from Italy have increased by 2.9%
The Court of Appeal in Reggio Calabria gives reason to the AdSP of Gioia Tauro in the litigation that juxtaposes it to the Corap
A litigant remains pending in front of the Court of Cassation
Maersk signs an agreement with Chinese LONGi to supply its own dual-fuel vessels of methanol
Copenhagen
The Danish group already has agreements in place to meet more than 50% percent of its demand for methanol planned for 2027
Royal Caribbean again records financial results and record quarterly operating
Royal Caribbean again records financial results and record quarterly operating
Miami
In the July-September period, revenues increased by 17.4%
The association of European ports is alarmed for the planned reform of EU funding to transport infrastructure
Brussels
Transport policy and transport funding must be based on a European approach.
In the third quarter of this year, the transits of large vessels in the Panama Canal were down -38.3% percent.
In the third quarter of this year, the transits of large vessels in the Panama Canal were down -38.3% percent.
Balboa
-36.9% reduction in the volumes of goods transported through the Central American waterway
CMA CGM associates with Marsa Maroc for the management of a container terminal in the port of Nador
Marseille
Expected an investment of 280 million
Maersk confirms participation in service between Turkey and East Coast USA with scallops in Salerno, Livorno and Tanger Med
Copenhagen
Will be activated on 1st February 2025
Hapag-Lloyd will introduce shots at Italian ports in two services between the Mediterranean and East Coast USA
Hamburg / Haifa
Touches in Genoa, Livorno and Salerno in collaboration with ZIM
In the third quarter the terminals of COSCO Shipping Ports handled 29.1 million containers (+ 4.8%)
Hong Kong
Wan Hai Lines orders eight new container ships from 16,000 teu
Taipei
Committed to South Koreans HD Hyundai Samho and Samsung Heavy Industries
Fincantieri-EDGE agreement for the development of solutions for the underwater needs of military navies
Abu Dhabi / Trieste / Paris
The joint venture Maestral will deal with the design, development and construction of underwater systems
WSC, crucial mandate of new European commissioner for transport to ensure decarbonisation of shipping
Brussels
The shipowner association indicates some other priorities to be addressed
Federagents ready to illustrate to institutions the priorities of Italian ports
Rome
Pessina : available to our know-how to suggest the measures to be taken
Sébastien Romani is the new CEO of Forship Spa
Go Ligure
Subenters to Giuseppe Scognamiglio
Restyling of the landing area of the Cruserists in the port of Catania
Catania
In 2023 the traffic of cruises in the Sicilian stopover increased by 43.7% percent.
Resume work for the completion of the commercial docks of the Milazzo Port
Messina
The realization of 18,000 square metres of new aprons is planned.
In the third quarter, Kalmar's turnover fell by -16% percent.
Helsinki
New orders increased by 6%
Approved the 2025 forecast budget of the West Liguria AdSP
Genoa
Ok also at the annual review of the Triennale Operating Plan 2023-2025
Approved the 2025 forecast budget of the Central Adriatic System Authority of the Central Adriatic
Ancona
The first crane arrived to make Giammoro's pontile operating near Milazzo.
Messina
Will be installed by end of year
Green light to the forecast budget and the three-year plan of the work of the Eastern Liguria's AdSP
The Spezia
In the first nine months of 2024 the traffic of containers at Spezia grew by 8.1% percent. On 14 and November 15 the event "A Bridge To Africa"
Approved the forecast budget 2025 and the POT 2025-2027 of the AdSP of the Southern Tirreno and Ionian
Joy Tauro
Port of Livorno, seized a 40-pound load of cocaine
Livorno
Tracts under arrest three people
Approved the 2025 forecast budget of the AdSP of the Northern Tirreno
Livorno
Ok unanimous also at the Triennale Operating Plan 2024-2026
Rail Cargo Group activates a rail service between Belgrade and the port of Rijeka
Vienna
Two weekly rotations
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
HHLA reaps upward forecasts for the full financial year 2024
Hamburg
Also expected to be a slight increase in the volumes of container traffic handled by port terminals
In the third quarter, the revenues of COSCO Shipping Ports grew 11.2%
Hong Kong
In the first nine months of 2024, the increase was 5.8%
Approved the 2025 forecast budget of the AdSP of the Sardinia Sea
Cagliari
Also free from the three-year programme of works
Savino Del Bene has acquired the Seabridge Transport in Hamburg
Hamburg / Florence
The company was already acting as the administrative headquarters for the German operations of the Italian group.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Albanian ports grew by 14.0% percent.
Tirana
In the first nine months of this year, the increase was 14.3%
In 2026, for the first time, MSC Cruciere ships will reach Alaska
Geneva
"MSC Poetry" will carry out weekly itineraries from Seattle
COSCO Shipping Lines orders six new container ships from 13,600 teu to Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding
Shanghai
They will be taken in delivery by 2027
Wärtsilä records a robust uptickdown in quarterly turnover
Helsinki
In the July-September period, the value of new orders rose by 1% percent.
Unified concession for formal act for the Intergroup terminal in Gaeta port
Cyvitavecchia
Has a duration of 12 years
Arrive in the port of Gioia Tauro the last two of the 13 new quay cranes of the MCT
Joy Tauro
They can work on capacity container carriers up to 25mila teu
Assologistic has published a practical guide to customs reform
Milan
Illustrated and analyzed the novelties and critiques of the new legislative plant
In the third quarter, shipping containers in Spanish ports increased by 9.9% percent.
Transhipment traffic grew by 13.2% percent, the import-export trade of 6.4% percent.
USB Mare and Porti criticizes the agreement for the renewal of the contract of port workers
Rome
Signed the voluntary agreement "Ancona blue agreement"
Ancona
The aim is to reduce the impact of emissions from cruise ships, ro-ro and ferries that climb the dorsal port.
Italian Coast Guard and the Italian Academy of Mercantile Academy in support of the Maritime Administration of Ukraine
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
On Friday, the public assembly of Federagents will be held in Rome.
Rome
The Federation celebrates the 75 years since its founding
Spediporto has organized a two-day trip on the Green Logistic Valley and Italy-China trade
Genoa
It is scheduled on 22 and October 23
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PRESS REVIEW
Argentina enfrenta tarifas portuarias hasta 500% más altas que otros países de la región
(Pescare)
Russia and India join forces in the Arctic, leaving China aside
(News.Az)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
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Fincantieri opens in San Francisco a center for the development of dual-use technologies applicable both in civilian and military sectors
Trieste / San Francisco
It is housed at the Mind the Bridge Innovation Center
Japan's MHI-MME initiates a license agreement with Chinese Jiangsu Masada
Nagasaki
The aim is the development of the production and sale in China of turbochargers for two-stroke marine engines
By November the ownership of the Victory Shipyard will go to CNV
Venice
Mantovan (Veneto Region) : A new trade union agreement will be built that will cover the 48 workers in organic
In the third quarter, the commercial activity and financial performance of Konecranes grew
Helsinki
The value of new orders for the supply of port means increased by 44.1%
In 2025, a 3.9% increase in cruising traffic in Adriatic ports is expected
Ravenna
Responses Tourism believes that the traffic of ferries, catamarans and aliscafi will record further slight growth
COSCO Shipping Ports acquires stakes in the two port terminals of Hutchison Ports in Laem Chabang
Hong Kong
Investment of 110 million
GNV has taken delivery of the new ferry GNV Polaris
Genoa
First of four new ro-pax units built in China, it will enter service by January
John Xylas will be the new president of Intercargo.
John Xylas will be the new president of Intercargo.
London
He will subordinate to Dimitrios Fafalios, who has been named honorary president
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