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Exim India web site
MARCH 1, 2024
  • CMA CGM acquires 100% of Bolloré Logistics
  • Bahri wins Guinness World Record for largest mobile desalination plant
  • India's GDP growth could reach near 8 pc: Barclays
  • India, SA thwart investment pact from being part of WTO MC13 agenda
  • Empty container movements up 20%
  • Imports of thermal coal seen falling
  • Shipping decarbonisation seen uncertain
  • Asian container exports to Europe up
  • India to be largest global oil demand growth driver by 2030: IEC
  • India's LNG spot buying pulling US cargoes
  • Steel imports soar to six-year high
  • Port of Fujairah's intimation on P&I Clubs
  • Susanta Purohit is the new Chairman of VOC Port
  • China, India heavily investing in port infra
  • Red Sea attacks raise the need for IMEC, says India
  • India puts forth a strong case for keeping development at the core of WTO work now and in future
  • India's wheat production seen exceeding target
  • Mahindra Logistics expands its fulfilment operations in West Bengal
  • 1WN-One World One Network launched for the logistics industry
  • Rotterdam World Gateway container terminal invests in shore-based power

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International Transport Journal web site
MARCH 1, 2024
  • Polish leasing company orders 100 locomotives
  • Germany's first remote operations centre
  • Captrain: changes at the helm
  • Icao: forecasts for 2024
  • A tool to lower language barriers on the road
  • Investing in future logistics tech
  • MOL's plastic recycling trial
  • Up to 120,000 kg cargo capacity every Friday
  • Study for an e-fuel supply chain
  • "B" score despite increased challenges
  • Freight's out, and away we go!
  • From DB Schenker to Maersk
  • Linking Jacksonville with South America
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Hudson Bay Railway secures funding
  • Eastern Airlines moves to the West
  • HFW expands its Greek ship finance team
  • A Kiwi cold chain hub

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The Loadstar web site
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
  • Maersk's new NAM chief urges US shippers to 'know your best alternative'
  • Liners on the vertical integration prowl
  • AF-KLM Cargo's 2023: more capacity, but less volume and revenue
  • DB Cargo plan to cut 1,800 jobs is 'gambling with its future', says union
  • Wincanton bidding war begins as GXO steps in with better offer than Ceva
  • Jackson exit expected to accelerate LTL push at Knight-Swift
  • NYK extends its logistics arm with takeover of UK's Noel Topco
  • Ole Trumpfheller joins Maersk as VP and MD North Europe

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Marine Log web site
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
  • KOTUG takes full ownership of Kotug Seabulk Maritime
    KOTUG International B.V. said today that it has concluded the acquisition of Kotug Seabulk Maritime LLC (KSM), taking full ownership of the business. KOTUG has acquired the interest held by its joint
  • New NYSERDA contracts put two NY offshore wind projects back on track
    New York Gov. Kathy Hochul looks to have notched up two more successes in her efforts to get New York State offshore wind back on track. Today she announced that the state
  • SECNAV urges Korean shipbuilders to invest in U.S. shipyards
    Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro has been meeting with top South Korean shipbuilding executives and making the case for them to create American subsidiaries and invest in integrated U.S. commercial
  • Three-way partnership creates new JSI Alliance
    A twosome is becoming a threesome. After three years in a successful commercial alliance, Dutch maritime heavy lift transport and engineering contractor Jumbo Shipping and German breakbulk and project cargo specialist SAL

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Container News web site
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
  • CMA CGM applies new peak season surcharge from Egypt to West Africa
    French ocean carrier CMA CGM has announced a new peak season surcharge (PSS) from Egypt to West Africa. The new surcharge will commence on 4 March and will be effective until further notice. The PSS will be US$100 / container and will be applied only to dry cargo, according to the company's announcement. If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • Grimaldi bolsters Italy-Greece connections
    The Grimaldi Group is set to elevate transport capacity and comfort on its Italy-Greece connections with the introduction of the Europalink vessel on the Brindisi-Igoumenitsa service starting 29 February. As the ro-pax unit boasts the largest cargo capacity ever deployed in the Adriatic Sea, the Europalink will complement the modern ro-pax unit, the Kydon Palace, already operating on the line. Th
  • Port of Montreal signs partnership deal to proceed with new box terminal project
    The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) announced its partnership agreement with Contrecoeur Terminal Constructors General Partnership (CTCGP), which consists of Pomerleau and Aecon. This collaboration will support the MPA in designing the in-water works for its Contrec�ur expansion project using a progressive design-build (progressive DB) approach. In October of last year, MPA announced its intention
  • Cargo and Compliance: Simplifying Documentation in the Shipping Industry
    The shipping industry, characterised by its critical role in global trade, faces an array of challenges in managing the vast amounts of documentation required for operations. The reliance on paper-based documents not only slows down processes but also increases the risk of errors and compliance issues. As companies strive for efficiency and sustainability, the transition towards digital documenta
  • Port of Tanjung Pelepas secures deal for new ULCV quay cranes
    Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), a joint venture between the MMC Group and APM Terminals, has finalized a deal with Sany Marine Heavy Industry to purchase six units of ultra-large container vessel (ULCV) quay cranes. The agreement, sealed by PTP CEO Mark Hardiman and Sany Marine CEO Jeff Fu on 23 February, marks a significant milestone for the Malaysian port. Chairman of PTP, Tan Sri Che Khalib Moh
  • Port Houston starts 2024 with container export record
    Port Houston has kicked off the year on a high note, achieving record-breaking total container volumes in January. The month saw a remarkable total of 332,961 TEUs, marking a 4% increase compared to the same period last year. Notably, container imports rose by 3% to reach 154,493 TEUs, mainly attributed to robust imports from China ahead of the Lunar New Year festivities. Additionally, loaded exp
  • CMA CGM completes Bolloré Logistics takeover
    French shipping giant CMA CGM Group has completed the acquisition of Bolloré Logistics from its compatriot transportation company Bolloré Group. The two firms announced that the purchase price is €4.85 billion (US$5.25 billion), on the basis of the estimated debt and cash on the completion date. In 2022, Bolloré Logistics achieved a turnover of €7.1 billion (US$7.7 billion), transported 710,000 T
  • Euroseas charters out feeder ship under construction
    Greek container ship owner Euroseas has entered into a time charter contract for the 2,800 TEU Leonidas Z, a newbuilding fuel efficient feeder ship currently under construction, for 23-25 months at the option of the charterer, at a gross daily rate of US$20,000. The new charter will commence upon delivery of the vessel from the shipyard expected around the end of April or beginning of May 2024. A
  • Rotterdam World Gateway to fully equip quayside with shore-based power
    Dutch container terminal Rotterdam World Gateway (RWG) has decided to equip its entire quayside with shore-based power capabilities, enabling all vessels to utilize this eco-friendly power source. According to a statement, already renowned for its full automation and carbon neutrality, the RWG terminal's initiative will further enhance environmental sustainability. With the implementation of shor
  • Scrubbing the Future: Bridging Renewable Energy and Syngas Purification
    Okay, let's get one thing out of the way right from the start - I'm no engineer or environmental expert. Just a regular guy who works in renewable energy and has picked up a thing or two along the way. The only reason I know anything about "syngas" and gas "scrubbers" is because I got roped into a project at work that involved both. It was a total baptism by fire, let me tell you. One day I'm jus
  • Hong Kong customs bust shark fins smuggling attempt
    Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department officers seized a container of shark fins from a controlled and endangered species after intercepting a container on 27 February. Customs inspector Chan King-fung said that the department acted after being tipped off by the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau that a river vessel bound for Macau was suspected of smuggling. A patrol vessel tracked and stopped th
  • Top 5 Supply Chain Management Scholarships For International Students to Apply for in 2024-2025
    Supply chain management is an area with tons of prospects. However, finding a scholarship in this field is quite challenging. Specializing in this field requires one to have extraordinary problem-solving skills. These skills are essential for dealing with various logistical issues that will most definitely come across while working in this industry. Moreover, the problem of choice gets even more
  • Tips Maintaining Sustainability Of Supply Chain Management
    An eco-friendly or sustainable supply chain has become a critical - and ever more visible - an element of corporate social responsibility. The trend is fueled by heightened regulations to reduce the environmental impact of industrialization. Plus, today's consumers don't want to be associated with an unethical company. According to a report, 77% of consumers say they will buy a product of a compa
  • CN analysis: Freight rates on major Indian trades see downward corrections after January highs
    After spiking dramatically amid the Red Sea crisis-linked shipping disruption, container freight rates seen on trades out of India have held firm or even declined in some cases in February, month-on-month, according to the latest market analysis by Container News . On the westbound India-Europe trade, average short-term contract rates for 20-foot container bookings from West India [Jawaharlal Neh
  • NYK buys UK-based logistics firm
    International Logistics Group (ILG), a UK subsidiary of NYK Line's Yusen Logistics, acquired Noel Topco, a UK-based holding company of 10 companies, including Global Freight Solutions (GFS). The acquisition is part of the logistics business growth strategy outlined in the medium-term management plan announced by the NYK Group in March 2023. NYK said the acquisition realizes ambidextrous managemen
  • Alternative Financing Vs. Traditional Loans: A Small Business's Guide
    Access to capital is vital for small business growth. Traditional bank loans, while common, may not always be accessible, especially for early-stage enterprises. Fortunately, numerous financing options exist today, offering diverse opportunities tailored to different business needs. This guide will delve into alternative lending versus traditional loans to help you understand the financial landsc
  • Meest Experts Recommend: Tips on Shipping to Kazakhstan
    With the advancement of new technologies, shipping to Kazakhstan is no longer a hassle. Simply create an account on the Meest Portal and easily create, pay for, and manage your shipments without leaving your home. Meest experts will strive to answer popular questions that clients often encounter when wanting to send a parcel to Kazakhstan. What Determines the Cost of Shipping to Kazakhstan It's n
  • Georgia Ports growth plans and collaborations fuel job expansion and economic opportunities statewide
    Georgia ports play a crucial role for automakers, suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics operations considering job expansion in Georgia, United States. "We're not talking about only Savannah or Atlanta. It's our mission to drive the success of the entire state. A whole series of recent announcements prove that our efforts are paying off in greater economic opportunity for Georgians in large and

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Splash web site
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
  • Genco capesize sales fall through
    US-listed bulker player Genco Shipping & Trading has failed in its first attempt to successfully close the recently confirmed disposal of two elderly capesize vessels. The John Wobensmith-led owner of more than 40 ships said it has terminated the deals due to the buyers' breach of the agreements' terms. The 2010-built Genco Claudius and 2009-built ...
  • Atlantska Plovidba signs for ultramax newbuilds in China
    Croatian bulker owner and operator Atlantska Plovidba has returned to Jiangsu Hantong Ship Heavy Industry in China with an order for two ultramaxes. The Zagreb-listed outfit, majority owned by Zadar-based peer Tankerska Plovidba, is paying around $65m for the 53,500 dwt duo designed to meet IMO Tier III and EEDI Phase 3 requirements. Atlantska, which ...
  • Rotterdam World Gateway terminal to provide shore-based power for all vessels
    Rotterdam World Gateway (RWG) container terminal has decided to equip its entire quayside with shore-based power for all vessels. The RWG terminal is already fully automated and CO2-neutral and the construction of shore-based power facilities will mean the ships will also no longer emit particulates, nitrogen and CO2 when at berth. These facilities will also ...
  • CMA CGM wraps up $5.2bn Bolloré Logistics acquisition
    French liner CMA CGM has completed the acquisition of family-run conglomerate Bolloré Logistics for €4.85bn ($5.25bn). The Bolloré Group said that, even though the sale to CMA CGM has been completed, the transfer of Bolloré Logistics Sweden AB to the French company remains subject to obtaining foreign investment clearance in Sweden. The two agreed to ...
  • Seafar starts up Germany's first remote-controlled inland waterway shipping centre
    Belgian specialist in remote-controlled shipping Seafar, with its project partners HGK Shipping and Reederei Deymann, has set up the first remote operations centre in Germany. The centre enables captains to navigate vessels on inland waterways from dry land. This technology, according to Seafar, is one way of countering the shortage of specialist workers. Five vessels ...
  • Odfjell Oceanwind launches floating wind foundation manufacturing venture
    Norwegian floating offshore wind specialist Odfjell Oceanwind and fellow automation and manufacturing expert Prodtex have established a joint venture for floating wind foundations called Windsteel Technologies. The jv, headed up by former boss of Corvus Energy Geir Bjørkeli, has been created to set up floater production capacity with the aim of having the first factory ...
  • Northern Offshore bags work for jackup rig offshore Oman
    Houston-based jackup owner Northern Offshore, a 91.81% subsidiary of Rex International, has won a multi-well deal offshore Oman for one of its rigs. The drilling program will be undertaken in Masirah Oil's Yumna field in Block 50 off Oman. It will consist of the drilling and completion of a new in-field well and the workover ...
  • US logistics firm GXO tops CMA CGM's offer for Wincanton
    The bidding war for UK logistics player Wincanton is heating up, with US-based warehousing firm GXO Logistics surpassing an offer made by CMA CGM's CEVA Logistics. The owner of Clipper Logistics has logged a bid under which shareholders would get 605 pence in cash for each Wincanton share held - up about 26% from CEVA ...
  • Euroseas eyes improved box market as it fixes out another newbuild
    Greek owner Euroseas has taken advantage of the improving containership market to clinch another long-term charter deal for one of its newbuild feeders delivering this year. The Aristides Pittas-led company has fixed a 2,800 teu Leonidas Z for up to 25 months from April or May at $20,000 per day. Pittas said the deal is ...
  • Saudi offshore owner accused of abandoning crew across multiple vessels
    The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has revealed multiple concerning reports about withheld pay from seafarers working on eight ships owned by Saudi Arabian marine services contractor Hadi H Al Hammam Establishment. According to ITF, the company, which lists Saudi Aramco among its clients and was buying brand new ships as recently as 2018, has ...
  • Capesize FFAs hitting prolonged highs not experienced since the 2000s
    Capesize rates are on a charge, leaping by more than 10% on the Baltic Exchange yesterday to stand on the cusp of the $30,000 a day mark thanks in no small part to strong volumes of iron ore from Brazil to northern China. Moreover, FFAs look strong with March contracts of more than $30,000 a ...
  • Norden orders four capes
    Danish shipping giant Norden has revealed orders for four capesize newbuildings, which will deliver between 2025 and 2027. Prices and the yards contracted have not been revealed. Norden already has five owned and seven chartered capes on its books, and today stated its aim was to get to a total operating capesize fleet of between ...
  • Atlantic Oceanic expands fleet with Tek-Ocean MPSV
    UK-based offshore vessel owner Atlantic Oceanic, has bolstered its fleet with the acquisition of a multipurpose supply vessel from Melbourne-based Tek-Ocean Energy Services. The company, formerly known as Castle Ship Technical Management, has added the 1991-built Tek-Ocean Spirit for an undisclosed sum and renamed it Atlantic Spirit. Atlantic Oceanic had six European and Jones Act-compliant ...
  • Sapura forms decommissioning joint venture
    Malaysian offshore services provider Sapura Energy and AF Offshore Decom, part of Norway's AF Gruppen, have joined forces to target the increasing demand for offshore decommissioning services in Southeast Asia. A joint venture called Kitar Solutions was recently presented in Kuala Lumpur with the aim of simplifying the decommissioning process through integrated engineering, preparations, removal,
  • BHP studies nuclear-powered ships
    Mining giant BHP has become the latest big name to study the potential for nuclear to power ships. The Australian headquartered company tapped Dutch consultants ULC-Energy to compare key characteristics of various civil reactor designs against the requirements for the potential use in commercial maritime shipping as well as evaluating a range of regulatory, operational, ...
  • NYK acquires UK logistics company
    Japan's Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) has bought Noel Topco, a UK-based holding company of 10 companies, including Global Freight Solutions Limited (GFS), a specialist in fulfillment services for e-commerce businesses, from order receipt to delivery. The UK e-commerce market is the third largest in the world after China and the US, according to NYK. "The ...
  • Biden administration announces $3bn clean ports investment
    The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the launch of a $3bn clean ports program to fund zero-emission port equipment and infrastructure. The EPA is releasing two separate notice of funding opportunities. First, the nearly $2.8bn zero-emission technology deployment competition will directly fund zero-emission port equipment and infrastructure to reduce mobile source emissions a
  • Does GDP matter for shipping?
    Pierre Aury has some advice for executives looking too closely at the health of national economies. My January column discussed AI, global warming, the geopolitical situation and the possibility of a financial crisis as likely or not to shape 2024. It triggered some feedback along the lines of a recession being more likely to have ...

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Lloyd's List web site
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
  • Berge Bulk orders newcastlemax pair at CSSC yard as ordering momentum grows
    Deal comes as newbuild activity for large bulkers is picking up pace in recent years
  • Strong finish sends BW LPG to strongest year on record
    BW LPG posted its strongest financial year after a robust fourth quarter, during which VLGC rates climbed to near-record levels...
  • Okeanis eyes 'even better' longer-term scenario for tankers
    New York- and Oslo-listed owner clinches sharply higher rates in first quarter of 2024 after record 2023
  • International Seaways reveals $232m MR acquisition as it posts record profits
    International Seaways has posted its strongest year on record and unveiled acquisitions for six medium-range tankers totalling $232m. Chief executive...
  • EU to support shore power and e-fuel projects in ports with $1bn fund
    The EU has launched a call for proposals from the transport sector, as the bloc aims to support alternative fuel...
  • Hamburg feels effect of northern range slowdown
    Throughput was down in 2023 as weak economic conditions and geopolitical tensions affected trade. For terminal operator HHLA, there was...
  • Euroseas newbuild charter illustrates bounce in market for boxships
    Nasdaq-listed owner aims to 'continue capitalising' on firmer market for other vessels coming open, including three 1,800 teu newbuildings
  • Red Sea crisis deals blow to Piraeus' standing as East Med's transhipment king
    Lloyd's List Intelligence data shows calls of larger tonnage, 10,000 teu and above, at Piraeus have more than halved since...
  • IMO to adopt practical mid-term measures to put decarbonisation back on track
    Secretary-general is optimistic on shipping's chances of reaching new IMO targets aiming for net zero by or around 2050, as...
  • Shipping prepares for its first dance with carbon trading
    Companies are scrambling to set up trading accounts, while a niche industry springs up to help them manage an unfamiliar...
  • CMA CGM completes Bolloré Logistics deal
    CMA CGM's growing presence in the logistics sector is cemented through its acquisition of Bolloré Logistics. But it has lost...
  • Eastern Pacific exercises options for two tankers and four bulkers at Chinese yards
    Singapore-based shipowner now has 10 ammonia dual-fuel bulkers on order at Beihai Shipbuilding
  • Svitzer prepares to go it alone
    Towage and terminal service may not be a high-growth sector. But the chief executive says there are benefits to avoiding...
  • Norden expands capesize fleet with four newbuilds
    Danish company aims to prioritise dry bulk tonnage this year amid higher asset prices in the tanker market
  • K Line seals storage site agreement for Malaysia CCS project
    K Line and its partners have been working on a storage site project since 2022. In September 2023, the consortium agreed...
  • Frontline sees Q4 boost from Euronav VLCCs
    Last year 'exceptional for tanker industry' and Red Sea disruption will benefit larger vessels, says Barstad
  • Daily Briefing
    Heightened security threat accepted norm for Ukraine's Black Sea traders | Rubymar owners defy Houthi threats in final bid to...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
  • US shippers urged to use technology to fight cargo crime, fraud
    Using layers of technology from digital documents to artificial intelligence to tracking devices, shippers can detect and even head off the growing threat of cargo crime, experts say.
  • CMA CGM closes $5 billion Bolloré deal, but faces bidding war for Wincanton
    The carrier's acquisition spree has brought one of France's largest transport and logistics companies into the group, but its bid to acquire UK forwarder Wincanton is being challenged.
  • PayCargo targets invoice automation with Rippey AI acquisition
    PayCargo has taken a majority ownership stake in process automation company Rippey AI to better connect invoicing to payment transactions.
  • J.B. Hunt veteran Shelley Simpson tapped as company's next CEO
    Simpson will become the first woman to take the top job at J.B. Hunt, something many in the industry expected to happen after she was named president 18 months ago.
  • MPV carriers settle into reliable 'new normal' for vessel diversions
    The multipurpose sector is managing security risk, dodging pricey transit fees at the Panama Canal and finding new cargo sources as route diversions globally become routine.
  • Ocean carrier push for carbon pricing mechanism not without risk
    Carriers are advocating in increasingly vocal and high-profile ways to ensure that an effective price on carbon comes out of IMO deliberations and puts regulatory teeth behind its commitment to eliminate carbon emissions from shipping by or around 2050.
  • APM looks to ease trucker woes over New Jersey terminal appointment system
    APM Terminals will make more slots available for retrieving import containers at its Port Elizabeth site as truckers say delays in booking appointments are worsening.
  • Cosco to partner in ONE's upcoming India-US East Coast WIN service: sources
    The move makes sense, according to a Mumbai-based source, as ONE needs a partner to fill space and Cosco needs a strong service out of India.
  • Carrier on-time service levels plummeted in January amid Red Sea crisis
    A drop in schedule reliability was expected on trade lanes such as Asia-Europe and Asia-US East Coast, but the diversions around southern Africa have also affected routes not directly connected to the Red Sea.
  • New Saudi feeder line to tap into Red Sea-driven changes in demand
    Folk Maritime's stated goal is to "fill an essential void" in the regional maritime market, with its launch coinciding with heavily disrupted container shipping flows.
  • RK Logistics joins wave of 'tuck-in' acquisitions to reach East Coast
    As California-based RK Logistics' high-tech customers move east to new markets, the logistics provider is following by buying New York-based On Time Trucking.

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TradeWinds web site
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
  • Broker BRS calls time on the boom in values of older tankers
    Company believes geopolitical pendulum has swung away from veterans to younger models
  • New Fortress declares its FLNG project as 'fastest on the planet'
    Company switching to next facility on shore as it awaits first export cargo from offshore unit in April
  • Excelerate Energy eyes up vessel acquisitions and newbuildings
    Houston-based regasification specialist also pursuing investments in LNG terminals and downstream infrastructure
  • Seaways sees rates improve across diverse fleet as another strong quarter looms
    Manhattan-based owner expects to have all six Wayzata MR acquisitions operating in first half of 2024
  • Golar LNG secures 2027 delivery slot for next-up LNG-to-FLNG conversion
    Company plans separate listing for flare gas-to-LNG venture Macaw Energies
  • Frontline boss Barstad says Red Sea is 'a proper mess' due to 'random' attacks
    Tanker owner's boss says every vessel could be a target for the Houthis
  • Marsh and Markel combine to set up new marine insurance facility
    New follow form facility will cater for Marsh's global marine portfolio
  • Pondering the 'absurd': Bank analysts trade blows over Teekay Tankers
    This week's Streetwise takes a look at what's to blame for a big sell-off in Teekay stock following strong earnings
  • India calls for extra powers from UN to tackle Somali piracy
    The country's navy was involved in an operation to retake the bulker Lila Norfolk after it was seized by armed group
  • Grindrod Shipping sheds another older bulker as rates rise
    Singapore owner sells 2011-built handysize and reveals better forward bookings
  • International Seaways confirms six-MR tanker swoop
    New York-listed shipowner used shares for 15% of deal price
  • CMA CGM completes €4.85bn buy of Bollore Logistics
    Takeover of French logistics peer marks the biggest acquisition in CMA CGM's history
  • Herbjorn Hansson just wants to talk 'upward slope' of Nordic American Tankers success
    Quarterly profit drops to close out 2023, but company trumpets full-year results and future prospects
  • New Fortress Energy fires up its FSRU-based Barcarena terminal in Brazil
    Company turns in record results but still awaits start-up of its delayed first FLNG unit
  • Cosco Shipping International bounces back to profit
    Singapore-based logistics company is concerned about the impact of economic slowdown
  • Golar LNG signs up 'potential customer' to either its next-up or existing FLNG units
    Company reveals it has ploughed over $1.5bn into conversion floater for BP's delayed project
  • Two Genco Shipping capesizes back on sales block after deal implodes
    New York owner was to receive combined $36.5m from sale of older duo
  • John Fredriksen getting his money back as Frontline refinances 24 tankers in $900m deals
    Cash from recent sales will also be used to clear loans granted by major shareholder
  • Atlantska makes ultramax bulker debut with order in China after takeover by rival
    Croatian owner continues fleet modernisation with deal for two bulkers
  • Altera Shuttle Tankers prices upsized $200m bond issue as it refinances
    UK-based owner's new deal comes in 0.5% under 2025 notes' interest coupon
  • Greek shipowner Victor Restis in UK legal tussle over $46m claim
    Businesswoman Amanda Staveley claims she felt intimidated into signing documents linked to 16-year-old debt
  • Ocean Yield hunts new deals and plots bond issue as profit rises
    Sale-and-leaseback specialist has been busy
  • Norden buys four capesize newbuildings in deal worth over $271m
    Danish firm has been building up its owned and operated fleet of capesizes
  • Damaged Subsea 7 WTIV drags on quarterly earnings, but focus is on future
    Revenue should grow in 2024, the Kristian Siem-backed offshore player says
  • Norden buys four capesize newbuildings in deal worth over $300m
    Danish firm has been building up its owned and operated fleet of capesizes
  • Favourable exchange rates and rise in shipbuilding revenue lift Yangzijiang's net profit
    Higher value contracts see Chinese shipbuilder's revenue increase despite lower number of deliveries
  • BW LPG expects more VLGC volatility after logging best ever quarterly profit
    Singapore owner believes market fundamentals remain sound despite big swings in rates
  • BW Offshore stockpiles cash with ship divestments and share sales
    Moves help FPSO owner push dividend as high as it can go
  • UK inquiry to probe results of shipping sanctions
    Treasury committee calls for evidence about the performance of UK's sanctions regulator
  • Ambitious marine insurer Charterama renews five-year deal with RSA
    Rotterdam-based insurer is aiming to double in size in the coming years
  • Excelerate Energy plans to move from 'strategy to action' in 2024
    Chief executive Steven Kobos flags up transition into growth mode as company turns in end-year results
  • Frontline takes a swipe at owners putting crews at risk with Red Sea transits
    Norwegian owner says 'some actors' still willing to make dangerous passage
  • Euroseas gets juicy charter for newbuilding in rising boxship market
    Red Sea disruption yields lucrative employment for feeder vessel that has yet to be delivered from the yard
  • Malaysia's MISC sees fourth-quarter profit dip on higher costs and taxes
    But shipowner remains upbeat for prospects in tanker and LNG markets
  • Frontline reveals jump in first quarter rates as it sees first boost from Euronav VLCCs
    John Fredriksen's tanker giant says earnings capacity has grown by more than a third after acquisition
  • 'Measured' amount of shuttle tanker ordering 'imperative', KNOT Offshore Partners says
    Boss Derek Lowe argues that contracting at shipyards is a sign of confidence in the sector
  • Okeanis Eco Tankers posts record annual profit as a listed company
    Alafouzos family-controlled firm also raises dividend as fourth-quarter profit rebounds
  • Eastern Pacific confirms orders for ammonia dual-fuel newcastlemax bulkers at Chinese yard
    Shipowning giant firms up long-mooted bulker orders and declares an option for two LNG dual-fuel tankers
  • Eastern Pacific confirms orders for ammonia dual-fuel kamsarmax bulkers at Chinese yard
    As shipowning giant firms up long-mooted bulker order, it also declares option for two LNG dual-fuel tankers
  • Malaysia's MISC sees fourth quarter profit dip on higher costs and taxes
    But shipowner remains upbeat for prospects in both the tanker and LNG markets
  • Ray Car Carriers behind pricey PCTC orders at Hyundai Mipo Dockyard
    The LNG dual-fuel 7,500-ceu PCTCs cost $134m each

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American Shipper web site
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
  • Amazon's return of leased cargo jets hurts ATSG profit
    Air Transport Services Group is taking a more conservative approach to fleet expansion until the air cargo market picks up and customers start leasing additional freighters.
  • Texas, Louisiana ports' January cargo volumes a mixed bag
    Ports in Houston and New Orleans recorded year-over-year increases in cargo volumes during January, while Corpus Christi, Texas, saw a slight decline.
  • CBNC supply chain reporter, daughter pen book on family histories of slaves
    While visiting Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, Lori Ann LaRocco and daughter Abby Wallace learned about families who were enslaved at the site.

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The maritime sector is divided between cautious support and criticism over the EU ETS review.
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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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