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International Transport Journal web site
MARCH 30, 2023
  • Calgary's new transload hub to open next year
  • Ceva: high tech robots for Belgian hub
  • Boosting deployment of Volta Trucks
  • Developing Vietnam's container port capacity
  • VRR chooses Japanese distribution partner
  • AAL celebrating 25 years in China
  • A tough year for KLN
  • More connections to Trieste
  • Dnata chooses Phil McGrane for Brazil
  • ACCC: interim authorisation for Qantas and Emirates
  • Port of Brisbane's Zero Emissions Ride Day
  • Road services consistently positive
  • IRU: now it's up to the member states
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Jaxport and Aruba sign MOU
  • Continuing expansion in Latin America
  • Felb restructures its management team
  • Black cat now gliding on path of innovation

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The Loadstar web site
MARCH 29, 2023
  • ONE becomes joint-owner of Seaspan Corp in $11bn takeover
  • Jittery US retailers remain cautious over their logistics commitments
  • Getting fresh at CH Robinson
  • Damning verdict on EC's 'unrealistic' plans for intermodal growth
  • Indian mango exports looking fruitful as transport costs start to fall
  • Marshall Islands in urgent talks with carriers after cargo is stranded by ban
  • Donkey business: the true legacy of Scott's collapse
  • Wan Hai crushes quit rumours by boosting transpacific service

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Marine Log web site
MARCH 29, 2023
  • VIDEO: Breakaway barges pile up against McAlpine Dam
    Shortly after 2 a.m. on March 28, 2023, a vessel towing 11 barges made contact with a stationary structure at the entrance to the Portland Canal near the McAlpine Lock and Dam,
  • DOE names 9 phase one winners in FLOWIN prize contest
    The U.S. Department of Energy today announced the Phase One winners of the FLoating Offshore Wind ReadINess (FLOWIN) Prize. Open to floating wind platform designers, fabricators, and project site developers, the three-phase
  • New MAN dual-fuel four-stroke passes TAT
    MAN Energy Solutions' MAN 49/60DF engine has received its Type Approval after a five-day program on the testbed at the company's Augsburg, Germany, headquarters. The Type Approval Test (TAT) of the new
  • VIDEO: Kiel launches autonomous ferry test vessel
    Stockholm, Sweden, is not the only European city aiming to get an autonomous passenger ferry into operation (see earlier story). Kiel, Germany, also has a boat in the water. That vessel is

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Container News web site
MARCH 29, 2023
  • Lomar Shipping appoints new technical director
    Lomar Shipping, the shipping subsidiary of the Libra Group, has announced that Marius Bujor will be its new technical director and will be based in the company's Bremen office. Bujor succeeds Stylianos Papageorgiou who has been promoted to the position of managing director of lomarlabs, a new venture to collaborate with deep-tech start-ups. Bujor has been with Lomar for eight years, having joined
  • CMA CGM adds Indian Subcontinent to congestion surcharge destinations from Mersin
    CMA CGM has announced a port congestion surcharge from Mersin, Turkey to the Indian Subcontinent due to current delays in the Turkish port. After CMA CGM's congestion surcharge announcement for a US$100 / dry container fee for every box transportation from Mersin, Turkey to several destinations worldwide, the French ocean carrier added Indian Subcontinent to the "destination pool of surcharge"
  • Container shipping asked to clean up its act in view of upcoming scrapping wave: NGO Shipbreaking Platform
    Triggered by overcapacity, lower freight rates and the new carbon regulations expected this year, numerous container ships will be sold for scrapping in the near future. In light of this foreseeable surge in the number of discarded boxships, the NGO Shipbreaking Platform has reached out to the largest companies of the sector demanding change in corporate policies and practices by encouraging the
  • Shipping industry organisations give guidelines for lithium-ion batteries container transport
    New guidelines for lithium-ion batteries container transport aim to reduce the growing associated risks. The Cargo Incident Notification System Network (CINS) and its partners have compiled a publication covering the properties of these batteries and their potential to explode, initiate fires and emit toxic gases. This publication is a result of a one-day conference conducted on 15 March by the I
  • Slow growth for major box ports in 2022
    The 30 busiest container ports in the world saw slower growth in 2022, as inflation and economic uncertainties capped consumer spending. Alphaliner's recent report, released today (29 March), stated that volumes at the 30 busiest ports rose by less than 1% year-on-year, to 454 million TEU in 2022. Gains were driven almost entirely by China and, to a lesser extent, the Middle East. Despite intermi
  • DP World to build new edible oil terminal in Berbera Port
    UAE-based port and terminal operator DP World started the development of a new edible oil terminal at the Port of Berbera in Somaliland. The purpose is to reduce supply chain costs and create vital local jobs, according to DP World, which has already agreed to a long-term lease for the facility. More specifically, the terminal will initially have a storage capacity of 18,000 tonnes, which will be
  • Wharf at Long Beach ITS terminal extended
    In early March, the Port of Long Beach and International Transportation Service (ITS) completed the US$55 million improvement project with the ITS terminal being capable of receiving larger container ships and enhancing efficiency. The Californian port extended Berth G236 by 75 meters, constructed new rock dikes, and upgraded anchored facilities at Berths G232 and G236. "With the opening of the B
  • JAXPORT refunded US$35 million for Jacksonville Harbor Deepening project
    The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Jacksonville District presented JAXPORT with a US$35 million refund for unused prepayments from the recently completed Jacksonville Harbor Deepening project. JAXPORT is actively working with the City of Jacksonville and the State of Florida. Both of them contributed funding toward the project, to determine their share of the refund amount as outlined in the
  • Korean Register, Microsoft sign digital transformation agreement
    Korean Register (KR) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Microsoft Korea on 28 March to collaborate on digital transformation and enhance their technological capabilities, with the aim of leading the digital transformation of the shipbuilding and maritime industry. Through this partnership, a joint working group between the two companies will be established to collaborate on digital t
  • Packeta Group expands facilities to Adriatic region
    The Packeta Group, a global digital e-commerce platform, is expanding to the Adriatic with the opening of its seventh entity named Packeta Adriatic. More specifically, the new entity will start its operation in Slovenia and gradually take on new countries in the Adriatic region. According to Packeta Group, the Slovenian e-commerce market has experienced impressive growth in recent years during th
  • CMA CGM applies new overweight surcharge from Saudi Arabia to North Africa and Morocco
    CMA CGM announced an overweight surcharge (OWS) from the port of Jeddah in Saudi Arabia to North Africa and Morocco. The surcharge of US$100 / container will be applied to 20' dry boxes with a container gross weight equal to or over 16 tons. The French ocean carrier said the overweight surcharge from Jeddah to North Africa and Morocco will be effective from 10 April. The post appeared first on C
  • DP World opens reefer container facility in Sydney
    DP World announced the launch of Reefer World, a new one-stop refrigerated container facility in Sydney, which will offer a wide range of reefer cleaning and repair services to clients in Australia and New Zealand. The dedicated reefer facility is the largest of its kind in Sydney and one of the largest in Australia, providing a variety of reefer solutions, such as pre-trip wash, inspection, and
  • ZIM quits Pacific Southwest lane again as ZEX service axed
    ZIM will withdraw its eCommerce Xpress (ZEX) service, which was launched during the peak of the freight market in 2020, at the end of this month. The cessation of ZEX will mean that the Israeli liner operator will no longer have any calls in Los Angeles and will return to its traditional coverage of the Pacific Northwest and the US East Coast. According to container shipping consultancy Linerlyti
  • Far East Land Bridge increases fleet efficiency through Container xChange
    Far East Land Bridge (FELB), a railway operator with services between Europe and Asia, has found success in balancing its fleet and decreasing idle time through its collaboration with an online container logistics firm, Container xChange. With a fleet of 2,600 containers, FELB sought a solution to rapidly hire additional units during times of high demand and prevent vacant shifting costs during p
  • Georgia Ports invests US$170 million in new hybrid yard cranes
    The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) has decided to spend US$170 million on 55 hybrid-engine rubber-tired gantry cranes to equip the Port of Savannah's Ocean Terminal during its transformation into an all-container facility. "This significant investment in new equipment will help prepare the Port of Savannah to handle more ships and cargo while maintaining the world-class service our customers have
  • Port of Valencia improves operability of hauliers
    The Port of Valencia has educated 2,592 hauliers working in the Valencian area with the ValenciaportPCS App for mobile devices. ValenciaportPCS is one of the first technological platforms or Port Community Systems in the world. This tool is used by approximately 1,100 firms and public agencies in the ports of Valencia, Sagunto, and Gandia in Spain. Every day, it handles more than 300,000 messages

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Splash web site
MARCH 29, 2023
  • Danish Shipping calls for new approach to tackle Gulf of Guinea piracy
    Following the boarding of a Monjasa product tanker offshore the Republic of Congo, the shipowners' organisation Danish Shipping has called for a new strategy to combat piracy in the West African region. The Liberian-flagged , owned by Danish bunker supplier Monjasa, was attacked by pirates late Saturday evening in the Gulf of Guinea while sitting ...
  • Transocean adds to semisub backlog with $113m worth of new deals
    New York-listed offshore drilling contractor Transocean has fixed two of its harsh environment semisubs, adding around $113m to firm contract backlog. The Swiss-based owner and operator of 37 rigs has sealed a deal with an undisclosed independent operator for the 2015-built Transocean Endurance to carry out a multi-well plug and abandonment campaign in Australia. The ...
  • SeaZip grows CTV fleet
    Harlingen-based SeaZip Offshore Service is expanding its fleet with the acquisition of a 24 pax crew transfer vessel from compatriot shipping company Groen. No price has been revealed for the 2020-built Green Waves, delivered by Damen Shipyards. The UK-flagged CTV will be renamed SeaZip 9 and sail under the Dutch flag in the future. Jan ...
  • Havfram Wind lines up Norfolk WTIV contract
    Norway's Havfram Wind has been appointed as the preferred wind turbine installation supplier for Vattenfall's Norfolk projects in the UK. The agreement covers transport and installation works over a period of three years, utilising one of the company's wind turbine installation vessels (WTIVs) under construction at CIMC Raffles Shipyard in China. Even Larsen, CEO of ...
  • Oil washes up 350 km away from where controversial Princess Empress went down in the Philippines last month
    One month on from its sinking, the oil spill from the Princess Empress continues to spread, with authorities warning that around 40% of the cargo in its ruptured tanks have yet to gush out into the seas off Mindoro island. The controversial ship sank on February 28 in stormy conditions off the island of Mindoro having lost ...
  • Norden moves into capesize segment
    Danish owner and operator Norden has marked its entry into the capesize segment this month by adding four ships through two separate deals. "With the move into capesize, Norden expands its offering to cover all dry cargo sizes, providing added value to our customers and partners globally," said Jan Rindbo, chief executive of Norden, adding: ...
  • Guidelines published for safe transport of lithium-ion batteries in containers
    The Lithium-ion Batteries in Containers Guidelines, published yesterday by several industry bodies, seek to prevent the increasing risks that the transport of lithium-ion batteries by sea creates, providing suggestions for identifying such risks. Extensive measures to safely transport what is an exponentially increasing volume of lithium-ion batteries, in their various states or charge and when ...
  • Cadeler firms up East Anglia wind turbine installation deal
    BW Group-backed offshore wind contractor Cadeler has inked a firm deal with ScottishPower Renewables for the transportation and installation of wind turbines at the East Anglia Three offshore wind farm in the UK. The firm contract follows a vessel reservation agreement the Denmark-based company struck with Iberdrola's subsidiary last July. Under the contract, the Oslo-listed ...
  • Are crude tankers headed for best year this century?
    Analysis contained in the March issue of Splash Extra published today suggests this is the best year this century for VLCC, suezmax and aframax owners. The in-depth look at the crude tanker trades in Q1 and projections for the rest of the year also feature the views and data from Braemar, BRS, Evercore, Lorentzen & ...
  • ADS Maritime gets into offshore with Tasik DSV stake
    Oslo-listed ADS Maritime is expanding its investment portfolio which in addition to tankers now includes an offshore vessel. The Terje Bodin Larsen-led company has picked up a 10% stake in the 2017-built dive support vessel (DSV) . ADS will act as the commercial manager with primary responsibility for following up Singapore owner Tasik Subsea's activities ...
  • Gulf Marine Services awarded pair of new contracts
    London-listed liftboat operator Gulf Marine Services (GMS) has won two new contracts for one of its vessels in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The UAE-based company with a fleet of 13 self-propelled self-elevating support vessels has fixed a small class vessel for a total duration of 272 days. The first contract is set to ...
  • Taylor Maritime Investments: Strong fundamentals ahead
    Edward Buttery, the chief executive of Taylor Maritime Investments and Grindrod Shipping, maintains a quietly bullish sentiment on handysize bulker rates, encouraged by recent market firming, with rates on the Baltic Exchange up by over 50% between February and March. "I expect the market to remain fairly firm for this year, next year and possibly ...
  • Lila Global adds two capes
    Anil Sharma's Lila Global has strengthened ties with COSCO, sealing its third deal this year with the Chinese state-run owner. The latest purchase marks a shift from wet to dry for Lila Global shortly after buying two VLCCs. Sources tell Splash that Lila Global has added two more capes, adding the 2006-built CHS Splendor, built ...
  • US Wind and Haizea Wind Group team up for new fabrication facility
    Baltimore-based US Wind, owned by Italy's Renexia, and Spain's Haizea Wind Group Management have formed a long-term partnership to manage and operate Sparrows Point Steel, Maryland's first permanent offshore wind factory in Baltimore County. The facility will manufacture steel components for the US offshore wind industry, including monopiles and towers. The Sparrows Point Steel facility ...
  • Crude tankers tipped to enjoy best year this century
    Analysis contained in the March issue of Splash Extra suggests this is the best year this century for VLCC, suezmax and aframax owners. All three sectors have pushed around the $100,000 mark during the first quarter, while asset prices remain hugely elevated. Nevertheless, not all analysts are willing to commit to the assertion that 2023 ...
  • FuelEeeeugh Maritime
    I'm a little torn about last week's news that the European Union is on the cusp of pushing through its FuelEU Maritime legislation, something Brussels politicians claim is the "world's most ambitious path" to decarbonising our industry. The rules will demand ships must cut ship emissions by 2% as of 2025 and by 80% as ...
  • March 2023 Review
    The European Parliament and Council reached a deal on what they claimed is the world's most ambitious path to maritime decarbonisation, asking to cut ship emissions by 2% as of 2025 and by 80% as of 2050. This would apply to ships above a gross tonnage of 5,000, and to all energy used onboard in ...
  • Tankers: Pop goes the weasel
    Oil prices stepped down $10 in March from around $85 to $75 per barrel as traders picked up on recession fears stemming from bank failures and rising interest rates. Even as the US Federal Reserve, the European Central Bank and the Bank of England raised rates again, gold ticked above $2,000 as investors sought havens ...
  • Bulkers: Piggy in the middle
    Brokers and traders became positively priapic during the middle weeks of March as the dry bulk freight markets shook off their Lunar New Year lethargy and felt the sap rising through Chinese steel markets. However, some enthusiasm was dissipated as the month wore on, with freight rate rises pausing, perhaps with one eye on President ...
  • Containers: The Grand old Duke of York
    Chinese containerised exports for February were a miserable $418m compared to $551m in January and nearly $1bn in February 2022. Even accounting for the Lunar New Year, this was a depressing number for Chinese exporters who will be hoping, as their factories reopen, for more buying from US customers this year. US liner industry analyst ...
  • Failing banks cap S&P activity
    In terms of absolute volumes it has been a relatively quiet month in the sale and purchase market, but, regardless, prices remain elevated. Across the board, owners have become nervous about the banks, brokers tell Splash Extra. "Capesize values have firmed this month as a result of recent transactions that have set the benchmark," said ...
  • Analyst Abstract
    Tankers "As anyone with the slightest insight into our industry will know, oil prices and tanker earnings tend to have an inverse relationship and this time is no exception," reads a typically punchy daily markets report from Lorentzen & Co earlier this week. One of the reasons that the Norwegian broker highlighted was that the ...
  • Banking uncertainty and shipping
    The turmoil in the banking system this month, coupled with new recession-related concerns, has sent shockwaves through global markets, raising fears of a new financial crisis and an impending loan crunch. The collapse of US mid-sized lenders Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and Signature Bank, followed by the demise of 167-year-old Credit Suisse, have alarmed investors ...
  • Banking crises lead inexorably to shipping crises
    Andrew Craig-Bennett makes his return with some timely advice for owners. There might be a problem with banks, or there might not be. All we can say for sure, today, is that UBS has acquired the Greek private client business that used to be such a priz

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Lloyd's List web site
MARCH 29, 2023
  • Euronav tanker takes on Iran oil, says UANI
    Vietnam-flagged vessel Abyss purportedly took on an Iranian cargo in February in Iran while its vessel-tracking transponder was off. The...
  • Russia seeks China and India's support to accelerate Arctic ambitions
    The northern sea route has been high on the agenda during Russia's recent diplomatic dates with China and India. The...
  • Abuse of IMO vessel-numbering scheme and falsely flagged ships continues, committee hears
    Countries support an intersessional working group to define the due diligence required to use the IMO unique company and registered...
  • China Merchants Energy Shipping confident in strong tanker recovery
    The Shanghai-listed shipping giant saw net profit up more than 40%, largely backed by a strong tanker recovery
  • Lomar Shipping tech venture aims to 'make a real difference'
    Focus includes issues of safety and security, decarbonisation and the 'future of work'
  • Norway's leading car port seeks expansion to meet growing EV imports
    Norway's biggest vehicle port handled a record-high number of car imports in 2022, as the country ramped up electric vehicle...
  • China Merchants orders up to six methanol-fuelled PCTCs
    Company expects Chinese shipowners to enjoy a bright future in international ro-ro shipping backed by strong car exports from China
  • Attica agrees to buy ro-ro from CLdN Ferries for $13.4m
    CLdN has been expanding with modern tonnage
  • Nautilus highlights value of union membership
    'Working internationally, you can deliver for members wherever they reside and not engage in a race to the bottom in...
  • Royal Caribbean to upgrade newbuilding for methanol fuel operations
    Move by third-largest cruise vessel operator follows decision by RCCL's competitor, NCL, to amend propulsion systems of two 3,300 passenger...
  • Seacon Shipping eyes top 10 shipmanagers
    Largest shipmanagement firm in China raised $52m in Hong Kong IPO
  • Klaveness unit sets new environmental target
    Shipping is falling behind schedule on the IMO's 2030 targets 'as the choice and availability of new fuels, technology, and...
  • Meratus to offer smart container tracking
    Smart container devices have been available for some time. The momentum behind the technology is now picking up
  • A willingness to collaborate won't expedite decarbonisation
    Whether slow progress in digitalisation is holding back decarbonisation and whether the focus on newbuildings is holding back retrofit solutions...
  • Local carriers boost China-Russia Baltic box trades
    Newcomers to the China-Russian Baltic trade include Chinese logistics companies Torgmoll and Safetrans, and Russian forwarding company Transit LLC
  • The Ukraine effect: Lasting upheaval for shipping markets
    Chapter 3: Russia's invasion of Ukraine has had a profound impact on global trade, but the longer-term implications are only...
  • Lithium-ion battery transport guidelines published
    The use of lithium-ion batteries is growing fast. But so too are the associated fire risks
  • KSOE wins $518m contract to build two LNG carriers
    The latest contract brings the tally of newbuilding liquefied natural gas carrier orders in Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering to 10 this...
  • ICS publishes medical guide for use at sea
    New guide includes chapters on assessing mental health issues and communicating with telemedical services
  • Norden returns to big-sized bulk carriers
    In a previous foray, Norden had exited the capesize segment in early 2016 amid market lows to focus on the...
  • Shareholders complete deal to take Seaspan parent private
    Carrier joins other key shareholders in buying out remaining shares in Atlas. Delisted company will be better placed to navigate...
  • Daily Briefing
    Sanctions on Russia have 'weaponised' flags, says registry chief | Chinese leasing remains open for business | The Ukraine effect...
  • Norwegian car carriers differ over alternative fuel strategies
    Höegh Autoliners has been signalling its intention to start bunkering with alternative fuels in the next couple of years, while...
  • Malaysia's key port aims to raise capacity by 3.5m teu over five years
    Throughput fell in 2022 due to the situation in Ukraine, high energy prices in Europe and weak consumer demand

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The Journal of Commerce web site
MARCH 29, 2023
  • Teamsters taking more hardline approach toward LTL trucking employers
    The Teamsters union promises a tougher approach in contract talks with ABF Freight and TForce Freight, and is opposing major network changes proposed by Yellow, its largest freight employer.
  • April blanks from China grow as US import decline continues
    For ocean carriers, the decision to cancel sailings suggests they expect no rebound in trans-Pacific freight rates that are now at two-year lows.
  • Canadian National to boost transloading with new Calgary facility
    The project is the latest in a series of steps to address the imbalance between domestic and international intermodal volumes in Canada.
  • US outlook for second-half rebound of Asia imports darkens
    US big-box retailers are receiving fewer imports while inventories remain elevated and US consumer confidence teeters, boding poorly for a significant second-half rebound in Asia container imports, writes JOC Executive Mark Szakonyi.
  • New House shipping bill garners support from stakeholders
    The legislation aims for faster development of uniform data-sharing standards, while the co-sponsors say they were also motivated to protect US shipping interests from what they view as China's malign influence over the supply chain.

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TradeWinds web site
MARCH 29, 2023
  • Hornbeck Offshore wins US government contract that could swell to $39.5m
    Louisiana shipowner sees Military Sealift Command deal extended, with more in the offing
  • MR product tanker rates improve thanks to tight tonnage list in Atlantic
    Shipbroker reports just two MR fixtures helped ratchet up spot rates on Wednesday
  • Shipowners' Club starts to process Philippines tanker spill claims
    Wreck of sunken tanker lies at a depth of 400 metres with oil on board
  • Green Seas: 'Much remains up in the air' as IMO hurtles toward carbon crunch session
    Our weekly environment newsletter explores how the latest deliberations at the UN shipping regulator tee up a complex debate in July
  • Shipowners' Club starts to process Philippine tanker spill claims
    Wreck of sunken tanker currently at a depth of 400 metres with oil onboard
  • Fuel-cutting retrofits need 'holistic' approach to make sense, say experts
    Coatings and hull cleaning one of quickest ways to cut emissions but forward planning required if other technologies are being changed
  • Decarbonisation and digitalisation are opportunities to get more women into shipping, WISTA head says
    Shipping firms are no longer thinking about doing 'business as usual', Elpi Petraki says
  • Chinese ship finance chief Li Li pleads guilty to bribery charges
    Local news agency says top finance executive has admitted to charges at ship leasing corruption trial
  • Shipowners may one day be paid to keep on using toxic HFO no one else wants, BRS says
    Chairman Francois Cadiou envisages future where shipping is the last resort for polluting fuel
  • BRS' Cadiou says shipping is going backwards as vessels switch away from LNG fuel
    Dual-fuel vessels are relying more and more on polluting heavy fuel oil as gas becomes too expensive, shipbroker warns
  • Missing tanker: Danish Shipping says new solutions needed for Gulf of Guinea piracy
    Anne Steffensen says Monjasa Reformer boarding shows that coastal states do not have the resources to tackle ongoing problem
  • Andy Dacy counsels caution as world events have clouded JP Morgan's crystal ball
    Shipowner still likes LNG and dry bulk, but it's all complicated as sectors face geopolitical whirlwind
  • Pension funds rebel but Maersk bosses get big bonus increase past shareholders
    Chairman Robert Maersk Uggla says executives should see greater correlation between earnings and pay
  • China's Cosco Shipping inks $1bn deal for 20 wood-pulp carrier newbuildings
    Order spree almost wipes out 2025 delivery slots of one state-owned shipyard
  • Havfram hails major deals with Vattenfall and Orsted for new WTIVs
    At least two new installation ships now needed after big contracts agreed
  • Neda turns to China for fresh batch of bulker newbuildings
    Traditional Greek shipowner is inking a pair of kamsarmaxes at Chengxi Shipyard
  • Liner shipping stocks: The gift that keeps giving - but for how long?
    Stock prices and dividends keep rising despite a sharp fall in freight rates
  • Build the ships and the green methanol will come, Proman's Gajadhar tells owners
    Producer has no worries about supply despite Maersk going all-in to hoover up new sources of fuel
  • Copenhagen Commercial Platform launches emissions reporting tool 'for commercial people'
    Tech offering makes it easy to see where action should be taken to improve emissions performance
  • Debt-free Exmar turns in top dollar 2022 results
    FLNG unit sale and charter income boosted returns for Belgian gas specialist
  • Pandemic and war slows KCC's emission cuts but ambitious new targets set
    Combination carrier company's boss Engebret Dahm also urges the IMO to get its act together
  • ABB spin-off Accelleron looks to turbocharge cleaner marine fuels
    Swiss-based engine turbocharging company is developing the technology so they can run on methanol and ammonia, and even fuel cells
  • Odfjell on track for strong 2023 thanks to Russia-linked disruption
    Supply is squeezed as product tankers pull out of chemicals markets to exploit bumper oil freight rates
  • Anchor Ship Partners agrees business development plan with PowerX
    Ship finance specialist is looking for commercial opportunities for renewable energy in regional Japan
  • CII scores: a fantastic concept, clouded by a suboptimal metric
    Effective decarbonisation rules must focus on commercial drivers rather than the just vessel itself argues Andrea Olivi, global head of wet freight at Trafigura
  • Norden ramps up capesize presence with two more vessel buys
    Danish owner-operator bought two capes earlier in March and has completed its first bunkering of biofuels
  • Banks silent on future of $1bn DOF fleet after bankruptcy restructuring completed
    Group of lenders now in control of Norwegian offshore shipping company but are keeping quiet on their plans
  • Capital Gas linked to pair of LNG carrier newbuildings
    Rapidly expanding Greek shipowner said to have snapped up optional slot duo in South Korea bumping up its LNG fleet to 20 vessels
  • Seafarer loses leg in accident on Zim container ship in Argentina
    Crew member airlifted by helicopter
  • 'Strong buy': Fearnley starts KCC coverage with a bullish view on earnings
    Analysts believe dry and wet combination carriers will continue to enjoy the best of both worlds
  • Russia trade flows spell big profits for product tanker owners
    Vortexa says hauling Russian diesel is proving lucrative for long-haul trades to South America
  • ADS Maritime ventures into offshore with investment in dive support ship
    Norwegian company is diversifying away from tankers for the first time
  • CoolCo: LNG shipping's new kid on the block thinks big
    Backing from lead shareholder Eastern Pacific Shipping is a 'big differentiator' for the emerging shipowner
  • Missing Monjasa tanker seen 870 km from location of pirate boarding
    Contact has been lost with Monjasa Reformer, but crew made it to the citadel
  • Lomar Shipping names Marius Bujor as new technical director
    UK-based shipowner says new appointee has ability to lead from the front and adapt to new challenges

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American Shipper web site
MARCH 29, 2023
  • Hello, goodbye: Shipping's latest entries and exits on Wall Street
    The lineup of shipping stocks is in flux. There are multiple new listings as well as notable departures.

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Ports of Italy: The issue of competences divides the reform
Rome
At the Confitarma conference, Rixi defends the new national control room, while experts and operators ask for clarity on the relationships with the AdSPs and on the resources of the new company.
The maritime sector is divided between cautious support and criticism over the EU ETS review.
Brussels/Washington/
Copenhagen/Piraeus/Rotterdam
Yet another attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A tanker was hit and abandoned by the crew.
ECSA considers the proposed revision of the EU ETS to be a first step, but many others should follow.
Brussels
Raptis: It's a good idea to allocate system revenues at EU and national levels to support sustainable fuels.
ESPO: No to lowering the EU ETS application threshold from 5,000 to 400 GRT vessels.
Brussels
Appreciation for measures aimed at reducing evasive ship calls
T&E welcomes some new proposals from Brussels for the EU maritime ETS
Brussels
The association is more critical of the measures studied by the EU Commission for the aviation sector
For Assarmatori, the Commission's proposal on the EU ETS is timid, while more courageous measures were expected
Brussels
EU Maritime ETS: The European Commission partially accepts shipowners' requests.
Brussels
A new €110 million fund for clean fuels, non-permanent exemptions extended to 2035, an IMO deduction mechanism, and crackdowns on "evasive" transshipment ports.
Another ship was hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Tampa
US Marines conducted an inspection aboard a sanctioned oil tanker
Port of Gioia Tauro: First connection of a large container ship to the cold ironing system
Gioia Tauro
The ship "MSC Mirja" powered with a total power of approximately seven MW
In the second quarter of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2%.
Antwerp
Dry bulk volumes recovered and rolling stock increased. Other sectors declined.
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new quarterly and half-year container traffic records
Hong Kong
US forces struck the VLCC Belma sailing towards Iran's Kharg Island.
Tampa
It is operated by the Emirati Max Maritime Solutions which is subject to US sanctions
In May, freight traffic in the port of Genoa was stable, while in Savona-Vado it decreased
Genoa
In the first five months of 2026, containers amounted to 1,199,914 TEUs (-2.8%), of which 999,228 (-1.4%) and 200,686 (-9.2%) were handled by the two ports respectively.
Turkey's GIH acquires Royal Caribbean's stakes in Kusadasi and Lisbon cruise terminals
Istanbul
Shareholdings rose to 99.99% and 60% respectively
In the first half of the year, Russian ports handled 451.5 million tons of cargo (+5.8%)
St. Petersburg
Record traffic in the second quarter
Trump backtracks on 20% tax on ships passing through Hormuz under US protection
Trump backtracks on 20% tax on ships passing through Hormuz under US protection
Washington/Southampton/Rotterdam
Meanwhile, another tanker, the "Stolt Magnesium", was hit by a missile near Oman
European shipowners call for permanent derogations from the EU maritime ETS after 2030
Brussels
Exemptions for connections with islands and outermost regions, for polar class vessels, for transnational public service obligations and for search and rescue activities
The rail sector is calling for recognition of its contribution to decarbonisation in the EU ETS review.
Brussels
Two VLCCs operated by the UAE's ADNOC were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
Abu Dhabi/Tampa
US Central Command announces reinstatement of blockade on maritime traffic in and out of Iranian ports
Trump announces a tax on goods passing through the Strait of Hormuz protected by the US
Washington/Portsmouth
Expected to be equal to 20% of the value of the transported loads
Six-monthly vessel traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore increased by +3.7%
Port Klang
In the second quarter of this year alone, a decrease of -0.5% was recorded
In May, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +15.0%
Cairo
In the first five months of 2026, 5,696 ships passed through the port (+12.7%)
OOCL records sharp increase in containers carried by its fleet
Hong Kong
In the April-June quarter, revenues generated by this activity grew by +19.8%
Strait of Hormuz, a container ship was attacked near the coast of Oman
Muscat/Portsmouth/New Delhi/Tampa
Fire on board. One crew member missing. 23 other sailors rescued.
At the port of Marseille-Fos, general cargo traffic is increasing while bulk cargo is decreasing.
Marseille
In the first half of 2026, cruise passengers increased by +5%
The Swedish government is calling for the EU maritime ETS to be extended to more vessels.
Stockholm
Stockholm stresses the need for the ETS to remain a pillar of EU climate policy
Assiterminal will bring the issues of concession fees, investments and intermodality to the attention of politicians.
Genoa
Proposal to grant a concession fee discount to terminals that increase rail traffic
Pirate attacks on ships continue to decline
London
In the first half of this year, 38 accidents occurred compared to 90 in the first six months of 2025.
There are still six thousand sailors trapped in the Strait of Hormuz region
London
Dominguez (IMO): I remain confident that the evacuation plan can be resumed
A study highlights the significant costs and counterproductive effects of the application of the EU ETS to maritime connections with western Sicily
Palermo
For the Naples-Palermo and Genoa-Palermo routes the annual cost varies between 2.9 million and 19.9 million euros.
Fincantieri to build third ultra-luxury cruise ship for Four Seasons Yachts
Trieste
The unit will be built in the Ancona plant and will be delivered in 2031
Fermerci urges the search for resources to support rail freight transport.
Rome
Paper: from the remodulation of the PNRR we expect that resources will finally be allocated to compensate for the damages that operators are suffering
Another tanker hit by a drone in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The device caused limited structural damage
New attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A tanker was hit by a shell which started a fire
Evergreen founder's son investigated for insider trading
Taipei
He was released on bail today
ECSA: Shipping receives a cut of its EU maritime ETS payments.
Brussels
Italy, ranked third in Europe, earns €669-787 million. Only France and Estonia allocate a specific portion of this revenue to the maritime sector.
Fincantieri acquires Next Geosolutions, WSense, Graal Tech, and Defcomm to develop the underwater segment
Trieste
The first phase of operations involves an outlay of approximately 600 million euros
A new attack on a ship in the Red Sea raises alarm over a possible resumption of Houthi actions.
Portsmouth
The accident occurred 30 nautical miles southwest of the port of Hodeidah
The Regional Administrative Court (TAR) has accepted the appeal for the annulment of the environmental impact assessment decree for the Fiumicino tourist and cruise port.
Rome
The project - explains the ruling - although speaking of a "prevalent" recreational function, actually foresees a very significant cruise component.
Transport & Environment calls for the introduction of national cruise taxes and further EU measures to mitigate their impact
Brussels
Assiterminal's proposals for amending the Ports Bill focus on port work
Genoa
According to the association, the distinction between port operations and services must be overcome
Assologistica and Assoporti also request changes to Porti d'Italia Spa.
Rome
Both associations highlight the central role of the Port System Authorities
Peruvian judiciary rules that COSCO's private port of Chancay must be subject to public oversight
File
The corrections proposed by Confitarma, ANCI, the Port Authorities and the Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) to the port governance reform
Rome
AP Møller Holding to acquire Norwegian ship leasing company Ocean Yield
Copenhagen/London/Oslo
Holds interests in a fleet of more than 70 cargo vessels
CMA CGM to Invest $1.4 Billion to Buy FedEx Supply Chain
Memphis/Marseille
The American company has nearly 10,000 employees
Brittany Ferries announces plan to scale back operations
Roscoff
The company reports that the difficulties caused by the Covid pandemic and unfair competition have been compounded by the effects of the EU ETS.
ITF and JNG agree to maintain the designation of the Strait of Hormuz as a Warlike Operations Area until July 9
London
It provides seafarers with greater protection and more adequate compensation
Assiterminal highlights the difficulty of placing Porti d'Italia, as proposed by the government, within the Italian port system and within Community law.
Rome
Cargo traffic at Chinese seaports fell by -0.4% in May
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.5 million TEUs (+2.9%)
The administrative process for the new Port Master Plan for Augusta has begun.
Augusta
TiL (MSC Group) acquires 49% stake in Indian port of Vizhinjam
Mumbai
The stake was sold by Adani Ports for $1.4 billion
Hanseatic Global Terminals (Hapag-Lloyd Group) to acquire 20% of Eurogate Container Terminal Hamburg
Hamburg
The German shipping group will also increase its stake in the Moroccan Tanger Alliance
La Spezia is among the Italian ports that are most increasing their connections to container shipping lines.
Geneva
Among the other main national airports, Vado Ligure and Ravenna are losing connections
Spanish shipowners call for EU maritime ETS revenues to be reinvested in shipping
Madrid
Boluda: Spanish companies will inject over five billion euros into the system by 2030
Middle Eastern Gulf Cooperation Council states call for freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
Middle Eastern Gulf Cooperation Council states call for freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
Manama
Rejected any toll, tax or attempt to exercise control over the Strait
IMO suspends evacuation operations for ships awaiting transit through the Strait of Hormuz
London/Taipei
Evergreen says its container ship was hit while following the UKMTO-recommended route.
Four entities pre-qualified for the concession of the cargo terminals of the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk
Gdansk
These are APM Terminals, Mariner/TAS, Yilport Holding and AD Ports/SKF Holdings UK
New attack on a ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The container ship Ever Lovely was hit by a shell off the coast of Oman.
In 2025, 1,478 containers were lost at sea out of a total of 280 million transported by ships
Washington
On January 1st, the IMO regulation came into force which makes reporting of boxes lost at sea mandatory
BIMCO and ICS' latest report on the maritime workforce raises alarm over officer shortages
London/Bagsværd
In 2026, there will be a shortage of 39,100 STCW certified officers.
In 2025, intermodal traffic handled by Kombiverkehr decreased by -13.5%
Frankfurt am Main
Annual revenues down 8.3%
The government's proposal to update the rules on port governance raises more than one doubt
Rome
Costa: The lack of infrastructure planning cannot be solved with a joint stock company
MSC Cruises and Meyer Werft have not yet signed contracts for four new cruise ships plus two options.
Papenburg/Geneva
The companies expressed confidence that they could successfully conclude negotiations in the coming weeks.
The LSCI index of Italy's connection to the global network of containerized maritime services continues to grow.
The LSCI index of Italy's connection to the global network of containerized maritime services continues to grow.
Geneva
In the second quarter of 2026 it was equal to 290.0 (+2.3%)
AD Ports has completed the acquisition of an 81% stake in Global Feeder Shipping.
Abu Dhabi
In 2025, the company's ships carried 2.8 million containers
An evacuation plan has been established for ships still waiting to transit the Strait of Hormuz.
London/Muscat
Dominguez (IMO): The operation will be carried out in close cooperation with Iran, Oman, all other coastal states in the region, the USA and the maritime industry
Carnival Cruise Line Reports Record Revenue for March-May Quarter
Carnival Cruise Line Reports Record Revenue for March-May Quarter
Miami
Fuel costs rise to near-record levels in 2022
Reducing navigation speed and optimizing port calls are the key to decarbonizing shipping
Copenhagen
A new study by the Global Maritime Forum highlights this.
ECSA and A4E reiterate the need to allocate EU ETS revenues to the decarbonisation of ships and aircraft
Brussels
Essential to bridge the price gap between sustainable and conventional fuels
AD Ports' new bid to gain control of Egypt's ALCN rejected
Cairo
A new proposal worth approximately $580 million has been submitted.
John Denholm is the new president of the International Chamber of Shipping
Rome
He succeeds Emanuele Grimaldi, who has completed his four-year term
Falteri (Federlogistica) has been co-opted into the Board of the European Logistics Association
Genoa
International collaboration protocol on integrated logistics with ACLI Terra
GCC urges international community to protect maritime transport against Houthi threats
Riyadh
Reaction to the announcement of a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia
Fincantieri signs agreement in Qatar for operational management of the Training and Simulation Centre.
Trieste
The center is intended for the training of naval personnel of the Qatari Navy.
Over 770 kilos of cocaine seized at the port of Vado Ligure
Savona
Once released on the market, the drug would have ensured criminal organizations profits of 250 million euros.
Wärtsilä records sharp increase in new order value in second quarter
Helsinki
Net turnover decreased by -2%
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build six 13,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
Contract valued at over $1.2 billion
The toll of attacks on ships in the Black Sea worsens
Odessa
Ten dead on board a ship leaving the port of Odessa
Today a new attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The product tanker Kavomaleas of the Greek company Dynacom Tankers Management caught fire
Confitarma disappointed by the Commission's proposal to revise the EU ETS
Rome
Zanetti: The notable absentee is the competitiveness of the Italian and European shipping industry.
ALIS: Commission's proposals on the EU ETS are positive, but serious issues remain.
Rome
MIT adopts cold ironing guidelines
Rome
The aim is to ensure clear, uniform and transparent criteria for all Port System Authorities.
In the first half of the year, cruise traffic at GPH port terminals grew by +10.1%
Istanbul
In the second quarter alone the increase was +2.8%
Western Liguria Port Authority approves 2026 budget update
Genoa
Assiterminal clarifies its doubts about the responsibilities assigned to Porti d'Italia Spa.
Genoa
ABB buys British Rotork
Zurich/London
The Bath-based company specializes in flow control and industrial automation.
Central Adriatic Port Authority refinances €100 million from the Infrastructure Decree
Ancona
The funds concern seven strategic interventions of the port system
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles increased by 3.4% in the first half of 2026.
Los Angeles
In the second quarter, growth was +11.5%
IMO and ITF call for an end to attacks on seafarers and transport workers
London
Resurgence of incidents in the Black Sea, Sea of Azov and the Strait of Hormuz region
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 0.2% in the second quarter of 2026.
Hong Kong
An increase of +6.5% was recorded in June
Uiltrasporti is strongly opposed to the establishment of Porti d'Italia Spa
Rome
Verzari and Gulli: the AdSPs must be coordinated by a public body that can protect port workers
CMPort sets new monthly, quarterly and half-yearly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the first half of 2026, 78.3 million were moved (+4.6%)
In the first half of this year, the port of Singapore handled 22.7 million containers (+4.7%)
Singapore
Historic record for half-year bunker sales
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 10.3% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
Growth of +1.7% was recorded in the first half of 2026
The new board of directors of Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane has been appointed.
Rome
Tommaso Tanzilli confirmed as president. Gianpiero Strisciuglio is the new CEO.
Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for completion of dredging activities
Gioia Tauro
The expected duration of the contract is 60 days
In the first half of 2026, cargo traffic in Turkish ports was 279.1 million tonnes (+1.5%)
Ankara
Cargoes with Italy alone amounted to 23.4 million tons (-2.5%)
The first steel cutting of the Carnival Destiny cruise ship.
Monfalcone
Fincantieri and Carnival celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of their collaboration
NatPower Marine acquires Aqua superPower to accelerate the electrification of ports and marinas
Monk
It operates the largest international network of electric charging points in Europe.
European Logistics Observatory established
Brussels
The aim is to strengthen the competitiveness, resilience and sustainability of European logistics.
Agreement reached at Mimit with JSW to relaunch the Piombino steelworks
Rome/Livorno
Gariglio: Strengthening integration between port docks and industrial areas
Agreement between Fincantieri and the Croatian shipyards Brodotrogir Cruise and Iskra Shipyard
Trieste
Initiative within the framework of the two-corvette program promoted by the Croatian Ministry of Defence
Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL return to quarterly revenue growth
Keelung/Taipei
Four consecutive quarters of decline behind us
Project for a direct rail link between the port of Gioia Tauro and the Interporto D'Abruzzo
Pescara
PSA Genova Pra', the state of agitation has been lifted following the successful completion of the cooling procedure.
Genoa
Tax fraud on labor in the logistics sector
Milan
€28 million seized from four Milanese companies
ZPMC Delivers New Ultra-High Wind-Resistant Port Cranes
Shanghai
The world's tallest rail-mounted reach stackers for empty containers have also been built.
Peninsula and Itochu form joint venture to supply ammonia bunkering to European ports
Gibraltar
The initiative in response to the growing demand for zero-carbon fuels
Konecranes announced its entry into Japan
Helsinki/Tokyo
Acquisition of 70% of Mitsubishi Electric FA Industrial Products
Saipem wins $2 billion contract in Indonesia
Milan
Seven IMO regional coordinators have been introduced who will provide technical support to the organisation's Member States.
London
Jadrolinija has inaugurated its new fast maritime service Ancona-Zadar
Ancona/Zara
It provides five departures per week and a crossing of approximately four hours.
Hapag-Lloyd to reorganize services in the Adriatic
Hamburg
The port of Ancona, removed from the ADX line, will continue to be served by the IAS service
Eleven nominations for the eighteenth edition of the ESPO Award
Brussels
This year's theme is dual-use port-city projects
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Jotun COSCO Marine Coatings signs agreement with COSCO Shipping Bulk for 125 new vessels
Sandefjord
Advanced hull performance solutions will be implemented
Maersk issues first order for new containers produced in India
Copenhagen
Local production has been stimulated by the introduction of incentives
Last May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +3.4%
Ravenna
An increase of +10.6% is expected in June
Sardinia's Port Authority spent approximately €157 million in PNRR funds
Cagliari
Achievement of the targets expected by June 30, 2026
Hannibal will inaugurate a new intermodal service from Melzo to Rotterdam Europoort on July 8th.
Melzo
Six weekly trains are scheduled that will be able to carry up to 38 cargo units
PSA to build and operate container terminal at Vietnam's Lach Huyen port
Singapore
Agreement with Lach Huyen International Logistics & Industrial Park
Sandro Bucchioni and Andrea Fontana confirmed as presidents of the La Spezia freight forwarders and maritime agents.
La Spezia
New two-year mandate
Konecranes has acquired the nuclear and port services segment of Spain's Coapsa.
Hyvinkää
The company has an annual turnover of approximately four million euros.
PSA Italy presented its 2025 Sustainability Report
Genoa
The document highlights, among other things, the employment data and the economic impact on the territory
The Central-Northern Adriatic Port Authority confirms the completion of the projects financed by the PNRR
Ravenna
Mirco Carloni has taken office as president of the Central Adriatic Port System Authority.
Ancona
The Grimaldi Group has taken delivery of the new PCTC Grande Oriente
Naples
It will be placed on the Asia-Europe route
Port of La Spezia: 60 Sea Log workers rehired by other port companies
La Spezia
Pisano (AdSP): very satisfied with the positive conclusion of this dispute
The Central Adriatic Port Authority announces that it has achieved its objectives under the PNRR
Ancona
The funds coming from the plan financed by the European Union amounted to 39.6 million euros
A workshop on cold ironing and related risks and insurance solutions will be held in London.
London
Rossi (ADVANT-Nctm): effective infrastructure development must necessarily take into account legal and insurance aspects
Fincantieri signs an agreement in Albania for shipbuilding training.
Trieste
Skills development for the growth of the new Pashaliman naval industrial hub
Reorganization of ro-pax traffic areas in the port of Catania
Catania
Ferries will no longer be moored on the central jetty or along the eastern breakwater
Maersk raises fiscal 2026 forecast
Copenhagen
Continued growth in demand for containerized shipping and increased spot rates
Green light for the awarding of railway shunting services in the ports of Savona and Vado
New trucking area in the port of Genoa
The Italian Ports Association will hold its assembly in Naples on Wednesday.
Rome
The discussion on port governance reform will be at the heart of the proceedings.
Registration for seafarers' registers is now open to non-EU citizens residing in Italy.
Genoa
Vidotto (Foundation of the Italian Merchant Marine Academy): a step towards civilization
Project to build shipyard in Tartous port expected to accelerate
Damascus
Meeting between a delegation from Kuzey Star Shipyard and the leaders of the Syrian General Authority for Ports and Customs
Port of Gioia Tauro: Work to reactivate hauling and launching operations has been completed.
Gioia Tauro
These operations had been at a standstill since 2024
The conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will take place in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will be held in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
It is organized by the Casa America ETS Foundation and the Western Liguria Port Authority
The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.
Rome
Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Govt does not interfere in port management appointments - Loke
(Bernama)
World's first floating fusion reactor-powered vessel could become reality with new project
(Interesting Engineering)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
In Spain, €11.8 million in eco-incentives have been allocated for the use of motorways of the sea.
Madrid
163,672 shipments made by 32 companies subsidized
ABB has signed an agreement to buy Norwegian marine automation company Høglund.
Zurich
The Tønsberg-based company's integrated automation system is currently installed on over 600 vessels.
Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for the redevelopment of the ro-ro docks
Gioia Tauro
Worth 5.6 million euros, the works will last 210 days
Grimaldi confirms the important role of the port of Catania in its strategies
Catania
The aim is to increase services and make existing ones even more efficient.
Annual growth of +6% in cruise traffic and +2% in ferry traffic is expected in the Adriatic
Venice
It is the only Mediterranean region to have recorded a decline in cruises in the period 2019-2025
PSA Padova established to develop and manage the Padua intermodal terminal
Padua
The shareholders of Interporto Padova and Padova Hall have approved the merger plan
The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.
Rome
Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.
Spediporto has opened its own representative office in Hong Kong
Genoa
Giachero: the opening of this desk is also an opportunity for young people
Arcese, Conti and Cosulich establish a company for the port logistics of finished vehicles
Livorno
HMM orders eight bulk carriers and two gas carriers
Seoul
Investment of approximately 1.1 billion dollars
MPC Container Ships has purchased four 7,000 TEU containerships built between 2023 and 2024.
Oslo
Investment of 340 million dollars
FedEx posts record quarterly and annual revenue
Memphis
Total revenues in fiscal year 2026 amounted to $94.7 billion (+7.7%)
Geopolitical uncertainty has become the main risk for shipping
Munich
Evergreen purchases 140,500 new containers in China
Taipei
Investments totaling $358.9 million
Yesterday, the Strait of Hormuz was crossed by 42 commercial vessels
Paris
For the first time since the beginning of the conflict, several LNG tankers entered the Persian Gulf
Memorandum of Understanding for the Launch of Drone Use in the Port of Palermo
Palermo
Submission of the request for the establishment of U-Space
Saipem wins new $1 billion offshore contract in Angola
Milan
It was awarded by Azule Energy for the Greater PAJ project
Port of Ancona: Dredging work has begun on the seabed of quay 22.
Ancona
Approximately six thousand cubic meters of sediment will be removed
Confitarma welcomes clarifications regarding ship waste collection management.
Rome
The need for uniform application of the legislation throughout the country was highlighted.
The Tuscan Cooperation Development Fund invests in Uniport Livorno.
Livorno
Operation for a total of 880 thousand euros carried out together with co-investor Coopfond
Fit-Cisl, recognizing dock work as arduous is a priority
Genoa
Pagnotta: This is not a corporate claim, but a question of social justice.
Hupac increases weekly rotations between Antwerp and Busto Arsizio via France to four.
Noise
Two additional departures of the intermodal service introduced
From July, the tariff for naval transit through the Turkish Straits will increase by +14.9%.
Istanbul
It will be raised to $6.70 per net tonne
Fincantieri and Republikorp sign agreement to build multipurpose naval vessels in Indonesia.
Paris
The establishment of a joint venture is planned
Study on the divergences between the EU Ship Recycling Regulation and the Hong Kong Convention
Brussels/London
It has been published by ECSA and ICS
The 2026-2028 POT of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority has been approved.
Gioia Tauro
Approval also granted to the 2026 budget forecast variation and to the update of the Port's Staffing Plan.
Autonomous Navigation: ABS, Polaris Shipping, HHI, and AVIKUS Sign Agreement
Athens
It will be tested on a VLOC under certain low-risk conditions
Tomorrow in Sant'Agnello (Naples) the inauguration event of the Italy Branch of The Nautical Institute
London
The topics of discussion will include energy transition in the maritime industry, maritime education and training.
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