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Exim India web site
OCTOBER 30, 2023
  • Vishal Mehta of Rushabh Sealink appointed Honorary-Consul of the Republic of Djibouti to India
  • Cargocliff joins forces with Pazago
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (27 October 2023)
  • Ambitious coalition launched to enable clean hydrogen shipment across Atlantic by 2026
  • Milaha joins Global Project Logistics Network to expand global presence
  • Revised Continent Grain Charter Party
  • Indian Maritime University has proved its mettle, says President of India at convocation
  • Asyad Group secures its position among MENA's top sustainability leaders
  • ONE's new Indian Ocean Mediterranean service to call Nhava Sheva and Mundra
  • China top exporter of finished steel to India in H1FY24
  • 8-9 pc growth for 3 decades a challenge: Kant
  • India imports 2.13 MT of pulses
  • India begins reference fuel production

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International Transport Journal web site
OCTOBER 30, 2023
  • Cheap Suez?
  • UIRR: more and better paths for freight trains
  • A refresh for pharma logistics services
  • European ports: sharp drop in container handling
  • GBRF augments intermodal services
  • MyCrane: a president for a new online service
  • More destinations for winter schedule
  • Stef expands in the Netherlands
  • Major deployment for Renault's e-trucks
  • Seawing cuts transatlantic emissions
  • Etihad Cargo: new director West cargo commercial
  • UPS Q3 revenue down in all segments
  • Transport contract cements exclusive port access
  • New direct short-sea service in Baltic Sea region
  • WFS to grow capacity at New York JFK by 20%
  • Port of Antwerp-Bruges elects representative
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Flying eight manatees from Ohio to Florida

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The Loadstar web site
OCTOBER 27, 2023
  • Liner hopes for spot rate hikes dampened by 'a sea of red ink'
  • 'Superior' UPS falters
  • 'Evidence of a genuine peak season bounce' is good news for airfreight
  • DHL sets up air charter service to Tel Aviv as war disrupts supply chains
  • 'Overcapacity will persist, prompting more scrapping and slow-steaming'
  • New emissions rules may have little impact on the global air cargo fleet
  • Carriers under fire as call comes for clearer rules on invoicing D&D charges
  • More delays at Australian ports as more strikes are announced

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Marine Log web site
OCTOBER 27, 2023
  • Boskalis orders a methanol-ready megahopper
    Two leading Dutch players are again pushing dredge technology forward. Following an extensive design phase that began in 2020, Boskalis has signed a contract with Royal IHC for a giant methanol-ready trailing
  • New CBO report takes a hard look at Navy shipbuilding plans
    The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has released its latest analysis of U.S. Navy shipbuilding plan costs. Not for the first time, the CBO report finds costs would be higher than the Navy

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Container News web site
OCTOBER 27, 2023
  • Cargotec receives orders totalling US$963 million in 2023 Q3
    Cargotec received orders of US$963 million in the third quarter, which was influenced by delayed client decision-making. In Q3, sales climbed by 6% and totalled US$1.16 million. Furthermore, at the end of the period, the order book was US$3.23 million. The operating profit was US$147 million, representing 12.7% of sales. The operating profit includes US$9.5 million in items influencing comparabil
  • Samsung Heavy Industries develops device to minimise container losses
    South Korean ship builder Samsung Heavy Industries announced this week that it has developed a device to reduce the large-scale falling of containers into the sea. The device, called Special Structure Anti-Container Loss (SSA-CL) secures the containers to the vessel, lowering the risk of many boxes falling into the sea due to severe weather conditions, such as high waves or gusty winds. The Inter
  • Ex-Maersk Honam to convert to methanol
    Maersk Line is continuing with its strategy of transitioning its fleet to methanol with the announcement that one of its H-Class vessels, Maersk Halifax, formerly Maersk Honam , will be converted to green fuel next year. Zhoushan Xinya Shipyard at Ningbo-Zhoushan has been contracted to carry out the three-month conversion work on the 15,282 TEU Maersk Halifax in the middle of next year, with the
  • Global bunker indices continue moderate downward trend
    Marine Bunker Exchange (MABUX) global prices resumed again a moderate downward trend. The 380 HSFO index fell by US$7.27, the VLSFO index lost US$8.68 and the MGO index declined by US$8.38. "At the time of writing, the market continued to move moderately downward," pointed out a MABUX official. Global Scrubber Spread (SS) - the price difference between 380 HSFO and VLSFO - saw a slight reduction,
  • APM Terminals appoints new chief operating officer
    Olaf Gelhausen will join APM Terminals as chief operating officer (COO) on 15 November 2023. He will be in charge of all COO duties, including Global Operations, Asset Management, Automation, Project Execution, Asset Design and Engineering, LEAN, Decarbonization, and Procurement. Gelhausen comes to APM Terminals from Brose, where he was a member of the Executive Board and was in charge of the com
  • ONE launches new Indian Ocean Mediterranean service
    Singaporean container line Ocean Network Express (ONE) announced the new Indian Ocean Mediterranean service (IOM). This new product connects India, Pakistan and the Middle East with the Mediterranean region and is expected to provide customers with an enhanced service coverage for this area. According to the company, the new IOM service is expected to provide a reliable and quality-assured transp
  • Revolutionizing History: The Role of 3D Printing in Modern Museums
    How Are Museums Using 3D Printing? Museums have always been at the forefront of preserving and showcasing history, culture, and art. As technology progresses, these repositories of knowledge continuously adapt to offer more interactive and immersive experiences. One technology that's making waves in this space is 3D printing. Let's explore how the 3d printing museum revolution is changing the way
  • APM Terminals, DP World join forces to accelerate decarbonisation of ports and terminals
    Two of the largest container port and terminal operators in the world, APM Terminals and DP World, announced an initiative to accelerate decarbonisation of the world's terminals through the widespread electrification of container handling equipment (CHE). The new initiative is grounded in research showing the tipping point for battery-electric CHE can be reached within the next 2-8 years with the
  • Supply constraints continue in more pockets, but how low is the demand?
    The addition of St. Lawrence's Seaway to the map of disruptions has added yet another key pocket of constraints. The Panama Dilemma has been continuing with fewer vessels approved to pass through the locks, despite a priority for container vessels. The ongoing strikes in the St. Lawrence Seaway, may not impose a long drag until mid-2024 as the Panama situation might. Talks have apparently resumed
  • 2028 is earliest for overcapacity absorption: Sea-Intelligence
    The market is heading into a traditional downcycle, as 2023 is seeing significant excess capacity being delivered, and in all likelihood, the same will happen in 2024, according to the latest Sea-Intelligence report. According to the Danish maritime data analysis firm, the question remains of when the current and overcoming overcapacity market will balance again. In their latest report, the analy
  • COSCO SHIPPING Ports reports over 35 million TEUs and US$360 million revenue in third quarter
    COSCO SHIPPING Ports' total throughput increased by 4.1% year-on-year to 35.6 million TEUs in the third quarter of 2023, while, the equity throughput increased by 2.7% year-on-year to 11.4 million TEUs. Moreover, the total throughput from subsidiaries decreased by 3.4% to 8.25 million TEUs. Additionally, the revenue of the Chinese port operator increased by 2.7% year-on-year in the third quarter
  • DP World calls on MUA to return to bargaining table
    DP World has urged the Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU)'s Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) to return to the bargaining table following the latest announcement of additional industrial action stretching into November. The discussions between the parties were set for 17-19 October but did not bring results, and as a result, the union declared an escalation of actio

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Splash web site
OCTOBER 27, 2023
  • Israel will compensate any ships damaged during its war with Hamas
    Aware of the risks to its supply chains from ships diverting from its risky coastline, Israel has said it will compensate any ships that are damaged in its waters due to the ongoing war with Hamas. Vessels calling at Israel already face the highest war risk surcharges anywhere in the world with the exception of ...
  • Clipper CEO outlines plans to add 100 ships
    One of Denmark's most famous shipowning brands is readying to head back to previous glories, announcing plans to add 100 ships to its fleet. Speaking with Borsen, a Danish business daily, Amrit Peter Kalsi, the CEO of Clipper Group, has outlined plans to more than double the size of his fleet in the coming years, ...
  • Malaysia detains tankers over illegal STS operation
    A not-for-profit, non-partisan organisation United Against Nuclear Iran (UANI) has identified two vessels conducting an illegal ship-to-ship (STS) transfer of Iranian crude. UANI posted a satellite image on the X platform - formerly Twitter - of the Honduras-flagged 27-year-old 300,361 dwt tanker Artemis III and the Panama-flagged 19-year-old 159,106 dwt Ocean Hermana conducting STS transfer ...
  • Valaris seals funds for two Saudi JV jackup newbuilds
    New York-listed offshore driller Valaris and its partner Saudi Aramco have secured financing for the first two newbuild jackup rigs. ARO Drilling, an equal joint venture between Valaris and Aramco, has entered into a $359m term loan with a syndicate of local Saudi Arabian banks to finance the deliveries of rigs named Kingdom 1 and ...
  • APM Terminals and DP World call on port peers to electrify box handling equipment
    Two of the world's largest terminal operators have joined forces to highlight the urgent need for ports to electrify container handling equipment, a niche segment of the global supply chain that is responsible for up to 15m tons of carbon dioxide emissions per year. APM Terminals and DP World have announced an initiative to accelerate ...
  • Statkraft buys 21GW of offshore wind projects in Sweden
    Norway's largest utility Statkraft has acquired Sweden-based Njordr Offshore Wind, a joint venture between Njordr and Vindkraft Värmland, and its portfolio of early-stage offshore wind power projects. The portfolio includes nine projects located in the Swedish part of the Western Sea, the Baltic Sea, the Bothnian Sea, and the Gulf of Bothnia. The total potential ...
  • Taking the market pulse in Monaco
    The Maritime CEO Forum held at the Monaco Yacht Club again pulled in the industry's big guns earlier this month. Splash Extra's special correspondent reflects on an event that mixed the upbeat with the cautious. It's time to start thinking about 2024. As we enter the glide path towards the end of 2023, Maritime CEO's ...
  • Vintage VLCC sold
    It has been a month since the last vintage VLCC was reported sold. Now, a new deal is in the making involving a 318,000 dwt rusty workhorse named Timmus. Sources tell Splash that the ship has been sold for around $31m. The 21-year-old tanker has changed hands for the fifth time in three years. In 2020, the ship was named Seaways ...
  • Harren unveils new shipmanagement brand
    The German shipmanagement sector is in flux with mergers imminent and a new brand coming up. German owner Harren Group yesterday launched Harren Ship Management offering comprehensive shipmanagement services - both technical and crew - for all major vessel types, including heavylift and multipurpose vessels, tankers, bulkers, container vessels and offshore wind. Harren Group managing ...
  • Seawings fly through latest tests
    Airseas, a French provider of kite style wind propulsion systems for the maritime sector, has announced that its latest sea trials have revealed projected fuel and emissions reductions of 16% based on a normalised transatlantic voyage. These projections are based on traction data collected during the validation of automated dynamic flights of the Seawing, where ...

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Lloyd's List web site
OCTOBER 27, 2023
  • Dorian LPG unveils revenue spike in robust VLGC market
    Preliminary figures released by Dorian in a market update point to TCE revenues of $142.5m-$144.5m, outpacing the previous quarter by...
  • International Group five-year underwriting deficit hits $1.5bn, broker reveals
    Gallagher predicts continued increases in P&I premiums for next three years
  • Maersk's green methanol supplier to receive Danish subsidy
    European Energy will supply green methanol for Laura Maersk in 2024 as part of an offtake agreement between Maersk
  • Ocean Yield acquires suezmax with eight-year charter to NAT
    Ocean Yield has taken on a new suezmax, having ordered four long range one tankers in August and refinanced bond...
  • Capesize rates plummet below $20,000 per day
    China's improved conditions and the issuance of new sovereign bonds may bring better outlook for the dry bulk sector, analysts...
  • Bulker owners' body urges industry to keep safety at top of agenda
    Improvements in bulk carrier safety 'spectacular' compared with 'dark days' of 1980s and 1990s
  • Steamship cashback cancels out 2024 price rise
    Parallel announcements expected other International Group affiliates as P&I niche gears up for renewal deadline next February
  • Welcome to the shipping coalface
    Everyone with a well-paid desk job in white-collar shipping services should be properly grateful to the workforce that keeps the...
  • Bosporus Strait to close for maritime parade
    A sea parade to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Turkish Republic is the cause of the closure
  • Malaysia detains two VLCCs suspected of unauthorised STS of Iranian crude
    Authorities are investigating the ships for engaging in STS transfers without permission and unauthorised anchoring, while two masters are face...
  • Lebanon war risk rates double as fears grow that fighting will spread
    Price hike low in cash terms, but significant as an indicator of growing concerns for merchant vessels in Middle East
  • Box lines push through rates rise
    Carriers have announced severe service cuts in recent weeks. Rates took a sharp turn up in response, but the impact...
  • Navigator welcomes Houston-based Janette Marx to board as director David Kenwright set to step down
    Navigator's longest-serving independent director David Kenwright is set to step down after 16 years on the company's board. Meanwhile, Janette...
  • Daily Briefing
    Cost of insuring bulkers up 40% in four years, says Baltic Investor Indices | Box terminal giants join up to push...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
OCTOBER 27, 2023
  • Georgia tells Supreme Court ILA ruling could jeopardize plans for third ocean terminal
    The Georgia Ports Authority plans to open a third ocean terminal in Savannah in 2030 and says updating its current hybrid labor model to an all-union workforce could cost the port $600 million in its first operating year.
  • Hub Group says it lost shippers because of uncompetitive rates
    Hub Group said its intermodal business trailed competitors in the third quarter despite a mini-peak that developed in Southern California in September.
  • Secure microservices architecture with K8s
    Why Kubernetes is an ideal orchestration platform to get the most out of microservices architecture
  • 'No vacancy' signs up on trans-Pacific as e-commerce demand absorbs air cargo capacity
    A month ago, no one was predicting a peak season for air cargo on the trans-Pacific, but finding space from China to the US has become difficult as e-commerce demand heats up.
  • Port of Montreal labor talks head to mediation at longshore union's request
    While neither side has made public its terms for a new collective bargaining agreement, sources familiar with the talks say the union is looking for a 20% increase in wages over four years and a faster seniority path for dockworkers.
  • Forward Air says considering canceling Omni Logistics merger
    The apparent change of heart from Forward management comes as Forward activist investors opposed to the $150 million deal try to oust the company's chief executive.
  • US LTL carriers gaining freight and hiking rates, but real recovery is elusive
    Less-than-truckload freight once hauled by Yellow is being "reallocated" among carriers, and rates are rising, but an underlying economic impetus for a surge in LTL demand is still missing.

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TradeWinds web site
OCTOBER 27, 2023
  • Capesize bulker sector drops 37% as weak demand gives rise to bear market
    Average spot rates for smaller bulkers fall modestly as demand meets tonnage oversupply, Baltic Exchange analysts note
  • Container index rises 10% in a week as liner operators cut Asia-to-Europe capacity
    Operators plan to implement general rate increases on 1 November
  • Ocean Yield buys sixth Nordic American suezmax to back fleet renewal
    Vessel is a CM Lemos tanker that US owner has just agreed to acquire
  • Vafias keeps buybacks coming with extra $10m target for StealthGas
    Greek LPG carrier company now has authorisation to repurchase $25m of its own shares
  • Herbjorn Hansson's NAT leads charge as suezmax tanker rates spike
    Founder talks up latest fixtures as crude carrier numbers improve again
  • Container shipping 'car crash' predicted in 2024 followed by years of overcapacity
    The prospect of container markets reaching a balance this decade is increasingly slim
  • Karpowership inches forward on first South Africa LNG import project
    Company wins environmental approval for its FSRU-powership Richards Bay application
  • Navigator brings in Janette Marx as longest-serving director David Kenwright resigns
    Recruitment expert becomes third woman on board of LPG carrier owner
  • Veteran VLCC changes hands - yet again - in volatile secondhand market
    The Timimus has been sold five times since International Seaways got rid in 2020
  • Greece's EuroDry unveils NRP partnership in latest fleet expansion
    US-listed bulker player co-funds ultramaxes with help from Norwegian partners and Greek bank
  • Kirby boosts profits despite coastal fleet downtime and river delays
    New York-listed tug and barge owner's shares beat analyst consensus in third quarter
  • MOL teams up with Japan's Cosmo Oil on carbon shipping
    Partners will look at capturing refinery emissions in Japan and vessels suited to ship to storage
  • Say goodbye to Phoenix Tankers and hello to MOL Energia
    The Singapore company will be adding LNG carriers and other ship types to its fleet
  • Israel to compensate owners for ships damaged in Hamas war
    Tax authority says payments will be made for domestic or overseas vessels
  • Dorian LPG reveals huge revenue jump as brokers tip VLGC rate rises
    US-listed owner delivers positive trading update in record markets
  • Russia and DP World forge venture to send container ships through the Arctic
    Deal announced just after a controversial boxship used the route in the Russia-China trade
  • Broker Gallagher predicts a 'manageable' P&I renewal for shipowners
    Latest report suggests protection and indemnity rate increases will range between 5% and 7.5%
  • Supercycling: Cleaves bullish on rates as it starts Scorpio Tankers coverage
    Investment bank also believes asset values could continue to climb
  • Greece's EuroDry unveils partnership with NRP in latest fleet expansion
    US-listed bulker player co-funds ultramaxes with help from Norwegian partners and Greek bank
  • Hoegh Autoliners '100% full' but not seeking chartered ships
    Finance chief Per Oivind Rosmo says the company is happy to wait for newbuildings
  • Green steel: 'Classic' capesize cargoes evolve as steel industry seeks to slash emissions
    The changing demands of steelmakers in China, India and Europe are shifting trades
  • Integr8 Fuels launches bunker trading desk in Brazil
    Bunker supplier also looking to help local clients tap alternative fuels such as biofuel and LNG

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