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Exim India web site
JULY 1, 2024
  • Manoj Kumar is the new Chief Vigilance Officer at JNPA
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  • Secure container collection from Africa, Middle East, India and Pakistan without PIN code as of October 1 at Rotterdam port
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International Transport Journal web site
JULY 1, 2024
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The Loadstar web site
JUNE 28, 2024
  • Return to double-digit spot rate gains looms with new FAK hikes and surcharges
  • Indian importers turning to bulkers as box line capacity falters
  • Kuehne + Nagel restructure - 'Paul was the one with the guts to do it'
  • IBA warns of oversupply of narrowbody conversions and lease rate fall
  • FMC orders probe into provider practices as chassis trouble flares up again
  • Carriers review schedules as another strike disrupts Wilhemshaven terminal
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Marine Log web site
JUNE 28, 2024
  • VIDEO: Liberty Lines puts its first hybrid fast ferry into operation
    Italian ferry operator Liberty Lines yesterday commissioned the 39.5 meter, 251 passenger Vittorio Morace, the world's first hybrid fast ferry in its category and size. Built by Spanish shipyard Astilleros Armon and
  • BOEM sets date for Central Atlantic offshore wind lease sale
    The U.S Department of the Interior today announced that the Bureau of Offshore Energy Management (BOEM) will hold an offshore wind energy lease sale in the Central Atlantic, on August 14, 2024.

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Container News web site
JUNE 28, 2024
  • CMA CGM updates rates from Middle East Gulf to North Europe, Med and North Africa
    CMA CGM announced new Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates effective from 12 July (loading date at origin ports) until further notice. These new FAK rates apply to dry cargo originating from the Middle East Gulf and destined for all Northern European, East and West Mediterranean, and North African ports. From the Middle East Gulf to: Amount in US$ per 20' Amount in US$ per 40' North Europe 3,600 3,600 W
  • Kuehne+Nagel expands cross-dock warehouse network to serve US healthcare market
    Kuehne+Nagel is meeting the increasing demands of the healthcare sector by providing more sustainable and cost-effective supply chain solutions, crucial for maintaining precise temperature control and timely deliveries. Their cross-dock concept involves loading and unloading sea freight temperature-controlled containers at GxP-compliant warehouses located near ocean ports. This setup enables effi
  • ONE launches direct India-South Carolina service
    Ocean Network Express (ONE) has launched a new weekly ship service establishing a direct link between India and South Carolina Ports. The inaugural voyage of ONE's West India North America (WIN) service arrived at the Port of Charleston with the ONE Modern docking at Wando Welch Terminal on 26 June. The WIN service bridges India's West Coast with the US East Coast, serving as a crucial route for
  • CN analysis: Container freight rates out of India on major trades see gains as capacity tightens
    Container freight rates on trades out of India have begun to rebound after recent downward corrections from the Red Sea crisis-linked highs, according to an analysis of market data for June by Container News . On the westbound India-Europe trade, average short-term contract rates for bookings from West India [Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPT)/Nhava Sheva or Mundra Port] to Felixstowe/London Gateway (U
  • Singaporean mastermind of Port Klang smuggling syndicate nabbed
    The Malaysian anti-corruption body has arrested the suspected Singaporean mastermind of the smuggling syndicate that falsely declared containerised imports to avoid paying taxes. The man, in his 40s, was apprehended on 24 June when summoned to provide a statement relating to the matter, nicknamed the "Flying Container" case, at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) office in Putrajaya,
  • Braemar: Updating ageing feeder sector critical
    Hub and spoke maritime supply chains, while always in use, are becoming increasingly important, with the Gemini Cooperation to be launched in a few months an example, but the feeder sector is in anything but ship-shape, according to shipbroker Braemar. According to the broker's figures, the orderbook for vessels in the 1,000-3,000 TEU size range is well below the level of expected scrapping given
  • MSC implements Oceania peak season surcharges
    MSC has announced a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) effective 1 July 2024, due to robust demand in the Oceania region. The surcharge will apply to all shipments originating from Australia and New Zealand to various destinations including Europe, the United Kingdom, Africa, the Red Sea, the Indian Ocean, Canada, Mexico, Caribbeans, Central America, South America (both coasts), Middle East, Indian Subc
  • Fremantle Ports names new CEO
    Australia's Fremantle Ports announced the appointment of Jodie Ransom as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective from 1 July 2024. According to the statement, Jodie Ransom brings over 30 years of experience in the ports and marine industries. In addition, she previously served as general manager of operations at Fremantle Ports and has been acting CEO following the passing of former CEO Michael
  • Vuosaari Harbour unveils onshore power system to reduce air pollution
    The first onshore power supply connection at Vuosaari Harbour in Finland is now operational. This system is utilized by the Finnlines vessels Finnmaid, Finnstar and Finnlady, managing cargo and passenger traffic between Helsinki and Travemünde. Onshore power supply connection provides shore-based electricity to vessels docked at the port, allowing them to turn off their auxiliary engines and sign
  • Wan Hai secures US$340 million in bank funding to green its Kaohsiung terminal
    Wan Hai has obtained a TW$11 billion (US$340 million) loan from a syndicate of four Taiwanese banks to upgrade Terminal 5 in Kaohsiung Port. Mega Bank is the lead lender with the syndicate comprising Land Bank of Taiwan, Bank of Taiwan and First Commercial Bank. Photo of loan contract signing Wan Hai is taking over operations of Terminal 5 from Evergreen Marine Corporation, which shifted to Termi
  • DP World completes major expansion project at Port of Callao
    DP World has completed a major US$400 million expansion project at the Port of Callao in Peru, enhancing container handling capacity at the South Terminal by 80%. The Bicentennial Pier expansion project extends the pier from 650 meters to 1,050 meters, making Callao one of the few ports in South America capable of accommodating three vessels (or two mega-vessels) simultaneously. The project incre
  • Global bunker indices see moderate upward movement
    During the 26th week of the year, the Marine Bunker Exchange (MABUX) global bunker indices showed moderate upward movement. The 380 HSFO index increased to US$554.49/MT, the VLSFO index rose to US$647.49/MT and the MGO index climbed to US$846.62/MT. "At the time of writing, a slight upward trajectory continued in the global bunker market," noted a MABUX official. The MABUX Global Scrubber Spread
  • MSC to acquire minority stake in Genoa airport
    Aeroporti di Roma (ADR), a Genoa airport operator, received a binding purchase proposal from Swiss/Italian shipping company MSC Group for its minority stake, equal to 15%, in the shareholding structure of Società Aeroporto di Genova Spa. The proposal comes as ADR expressed its willingness to make its stake available to enable possible synergistic and development plans. ADR's availability was alre
  • Georgia Ports Authority announces new officers
    The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) has announced the appointment of Flavio Batista as Chief Commercial Officer and Rob Dooley as Chief Financial Officer, effective 1 July 2024. These appointments are part of a succession plan established in 2023 in anticipation of the 30 June 2024 retirement of Chief Financial Officer Michaela Thompson and the transition of current Chief Commercial Officer Cliff P
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  • Shipnet introduces new solution to uncover hidden insights within fleet data
    Norway-based maritime technology company Shipnet has introduced Helix, a groundbreaking new product aimed at revolutionizing decision-making in the shipping industry through advanced data analysis. Helix is expected to offer a digital representation of customers' shipping business, facilitating the seamless integration and analysis of data from various sources, including safety, pricing, and proc
  • San Pedro Bay ports invest US$25 million in electric truck charging infrastructure
    The ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are committing US$25 million to a groundbreaking partnership with regional air quality agencies aimed at boosting charging infrastructure for electric heavy-duty drayage trucks in one of the US most populated regions. This US$135 million initiative, led by the Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee, will install up to 207 charging units at e

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Splash web site
JUNE 28, 2024
  • Chinese coal terminals 'bursting at the seams'
    High rainfall, increased hydropower, and preparation for the hot summer months are all contributing to very full coal terminals up and down the Chinese coastline. "Port storage is bursting at the seams, and it appears unlikely that seaborne arrivals will be absorbed, unless end-users begin directing coal inland," analysts at broker BRS noted in their ...
  • IHB Shipping kicks off fleet renewal with ultramax orders in China
    Bulgarian bulker owner IHB Shipping has moved to renew its fleet in a deal with Chinese builder New Dayang for three ultramax newbuilds. The Varna-based unit of Industrial Holding Bulgaria (IHB) should see the vessels delivered from the shipbuilding arm of state-run machinery manufacturer Sumec by end-October 2027 through to end-May 2028. The deal, worth ...
  • Car carrier fleet poised to expand by 40%
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  • Ventura Offshore buys semisub rig for $105m
    Brazil-focused driller Ventura Offshore has signed a binding memorandum of agreement Umas 1 AS for the acquisition of a semisub drilling rig. The gross purchase price for the 2012-built Catarina is $105m, $100m of which will be settled in cash while the remaining $5m will be settled in Ventura shares. Delivery of the rig is ...
  • Bocimar sells two newcastlemaxes
    The Saverys family-controlled bulker arm, Bocimar, is taking advantage of aggressive bidding in the bulker segment as large sizes remain popular among cash-rich owners. This week, the outfit has sold two 205,000 dwt, 12-year-old newcastlemaxes, the Mineral Charlie and Mineral Maureen. Brokers added a sale tag of $81.6m to the deal, the highest price achieved ...
  • Oceaneering wins multiple vessel contracts in Gulf of Mexico
    Oceaneering has won multiple contracts for vessel services in the Gulf of Mexico. The first deal covers a mix of basic and heavy inspection, maintenance, and repair (IMR) services, including vessel-based inspections, maintenance of smaller equipment, and replacement of jumpers, the New York-listed firm said. It also includes intervention services and installation work, which is ...
  • MOL joint venture grows offshore wind fleet with third newbuild at Damen
    Japan's Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has ordered another offshore wind farm vessel via its Taiwanese joint venture with Ta Tong Marine. Ta San Shang Marine (TSSM) has returned to Dutch shipbuilder Damen Shipyards for a service operation vessel (SOV) newbuilding slated for delivery at the end of 2026. No price has been revealed. The 87.7-m-long ...
  • MSC buys into Genoa airport
    Cash-rich Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) has picked up a 15% stake in Genoa airport for an undisclosed sum. MSC, the world's largest containerline and a big name in the cruise sector, has diversified a great deal in recent years on the back of record profits investing in airplanes, logistics companies, newspapers, towage and car carriers. ...
  • Gilbert Walter takes over from François Cadiou as chair of BRS
    François Cadiou, 65, has stepped down as chairman of broker BRS to be replaced by the company's CEO, Gilbert Walter. Walter was a seafarer for 14 years before joining BRS in 1997. He became the group's CEO two years ago. Cadiou, meanwhile, has been with BRS for the past 34 years, taking the chairman role ...
  • Pooling, banking or borrowing: pathways to compliance with Fuel EU Maritime
    Vessel owners and operators have a range of options but must decide which works for their fleet, writes Christian Rae Holm, managing director at Coach Solutions. The shipping industry is jetting off for its summer holidays but while the rich and famous enjoy the sun, operations staff have their eyes on January 1 2025, when ...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JUNE 28, 2024
  • Zim adds new premium trans-Pacific service to West Coast amid rate surge
    The carrier next week will roll out a premium express service from central China to complement the South China express service it relaunched late last year as spot rates continue to move higher.
  • LA-LB ports investing $25 million in charging infrastructure for electric trucks
    The Los Angeles and Long Beach harbor commissions have each approved allocating $12.5 million to help fund the installation of about 200 charging stations to serve battery-powered trucks in the region.
  • Near-normal water levels allowing more ship transits through Panama Canal
    The daily number of vessel transits through the critical waterway is set to return to normal levels after easing of a drought that cut transits in half last year.
  • Overseas e-commerce platforms not playing by EU rules: digital lobby groups
    Chinese online platforms were not specifically mentioned in an open letter to the European Commission, but the groups noted that government subsidies made competition with Asia-based e-commerce platforms difficult.

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TradeWinds web site
JUNE 28, 2024
  • Could this little hydrogen-fuelled ferry be the start of something big?
    Green Seas podcast visits the first hydrogen ferry in the US as it gears up for operations
  • CMB selling older newcastlemax as huge newbuilding slate looms
    European brokers listed two sales, but Belgian owner has denied one of these
  • Share price soars as 'happy investors' back MPC's Constantin Baack's dual role
    MPC Container Ships boss takes on the same role at MPC Capital
  • Hoegh LNG hooks up with Deutsche ReGas on first floating green ammonia cracker
    New terminal could be delivering hydrogen into German grid by 2026
  • Ivory traffickers adapt shipping routes after Covid crackdowns
    Vietnam emerges as increasingly important shipping hub for ivory hauled from Africa
  • Tanker exports to fall sharply as Ecuador shuts in Napo crude after heavy rains
    Petroecuador could ship out 100,000 barrels per day less
  • Jinhui inks bulk carriers in return to newbuilding market
    Shipowner orders pair of 63,500-dwt vessels
  • Wavelength podcast: Cyber resilience rules kick in, pushing newbuilding orders forward, Arctic fuel oil ban has gaping exemptions and meeting the Essbergers
    IACS new cyber requirements kick in, owners push to avoid by signing contracts ahead of 1 July
  • London Cargo Day committee swings into gear for Mercy Ships
    A military coup, a life-changing trip and pledge to 'go kick arse'
  • Francois Cadiou may be stepping down from the BRS board, but he isn't quitting the day job
    Outgoing chairman is retaining his role as a newbuilding broker
  • Clarksons' top lawyer Sandra Rosignoli joins Maritime London board
    Broker's compliance supremo aims to promote UK capital's expertise to global shipping
  • 'Miraculous': Runaway boxship pilot honoured for saving lives
    Christopher Thornton receives Coast Guard award after taking ship safely underneath bridge at double speed
  • 'Prospects never better': Golden Energy Offshore eyes main Oslo listing in strong markets
    Boss Fagervoll says the company is well positioned to seize new opportunities
  • Bulgarian shipping group inks bulkers in first overseas newbuilding deal
    Industrial Holding Bulgaria inks up to three ultramaxes at New Dayang
  • Tanker earnings more than double 10-year average despite VLCC weakness, Clarksons says
    Shipbroker's research division believes market is still strong, with the outlook positive
  • Fears of a new Red Sea attack on shipping: reports
    econd incident within 24 hours
  • Economou stretches offer to buy Performance Shipping as he almost doubles holding
    Investors now have until September to tender stock as boardroom battle goes on
  • US blacklists 11 ships in move against Iran nuclear programme
    Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the US will use 'all elements of national power' to disrupt Iranian nuclear activities
  • Fredriksen offshore firm Paratus soars in Oslo trading debut to close in on $1bn market cap
    Offering was described as 'massively oversubscribed'
  • John Fredriksen offshore firm Paratus soars in Oslo trading debut to close in on $1b market cap
    Offering was described as 'massively oversubscribed'
  • Maritime decarbonisation is slowing down, says DNV boss. Here's how we know
    Chasm between 'policymakers and industry is getting wider', according to Knut Orbeck-Nilssen
  • Traders and energy majors share Egypt's record 20-cargo LNG bonanza
    Government bringing in gas to cope with energy demand in hot summer
  • Shipping recovery propels $200m hedge fund to sixfold returns
    Albemarle Shipping Fund was founded by Will Homan-Russell, Magnus Halvorsen and Cato Stonex
  • MOL venture capital arm invests in 'seaglider' developer
    Shipping giant joins other big Japanese names in backing US venture
  • China Merchants inks newcastlemax bulker orders at Qingdao Yangfan Shipbuilding
    Second newbuilding contract in two weeks by top-tier shipowner
  • Mission to Seafarers Singapore gears up to meet Tuas Port challenge
    Opening of mega-port brings need to boost fundraising, staffing and volunteers
  • Dynagas LNG Partners pays off loan with four-ship sale-and-leaseback deal
    Company is also assessing the impact on its operations of latest EU sanctions against Russia

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In the second quarter, container traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -2.8% while in Savona-Vado it grew by +76.3%
Genoa
In the Ligurian capital, the transhipment share decreased, while the Savona port benefited.
Fincantieri records strong growth in half-year financial performance and new orders
Rome
In the first six months of 2025, orders totaled 14.7 billion euros (+93.5%)
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
Cairo
1,248 tankers (-2.7%) and 1,826 other types of vessels (-8.5%) passed through
CMA CGM's net profit fell by 140% in the second quarter.
Marseille
Revenues stable. The French shipping group is interested in acquiring Hutchison Ports' terminals.
Royal Caribbean closes second quarter with record net profit
Miami
The April-June period was very positive
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Omaha/Atlanta
First coast-to-coast cargo rail network
Gurrieri resigns as Special Commissioner of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Trieste
The atypical reverse charge for the logistics sector will become applicable tomorrow
Milan
Ruggerone (Assologistica): one of the most strategic reforms we helped build is being implemented
Policy brief on cyber threats that pose risks to port infrastructure
Tallinn
It was developed by the NATO Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence
Interferry urges the EU Commission to harmonize its shipping decarbonization regulations with those of the IMO
Victoria
Failure to align - the association warned - will force shipping companies to pay twice for emissions.
In the second quarter of 2025, Chinese seaports handled 79.1 million containers (+6.1%)
Beijing
Total freight traffic was three billion tons (+3.3%), of which 1.3 billion tons were with foreign countries (+1.9%).
CK Hutchison announces plans to include a Chinese investor in the consortium to sell Hutchison Ports
Hong Kong
Without the participation of the COSCO shipping group, China would not authorize the sale
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Columbus
The container ship caught fire and sank near the port of Colombo
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
Piraeus
The AHTS "Giant" is leaving
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Milan/Luxembourg
The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
In the second quarter, the port of Valencia handled over 1.5 million containers (+4.0%)
In the first half of 2025, the amount of new orders to Chinese shipyards fell by -18.2%
Beijing
A decrease of -3.5% in new construction completed in the period was recorded
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Trieste grew by +3.7%
Trieste
Bulk cargo increased. Miscellaneous cargo fell by 13.2%.
CMA CGM and TotalEnergies form joint venture for LNG bunkering in the Port of Rotterdam.
Marseille
Agreement to supply 360,000 tons of liquefied natural gas per year to the French group's ships
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Spanish ports decreased by -4.7%
Madrid
All the main product categories are decreasing except for conventional goods
Brookfield Asset Management to sell 49% of British port group PD Ports to Spain's Pontegadea
Middlesbrough
The English company has over 1,400 employees
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
Rotterdam
The port authority is alarmed by the state of crisis in the national industry.
The electrification of the docks in the ports of Livorno, Piombino and Portoferraio is proceeding according to plan.
Third dock for cruise traffic in the port of Catania
Catania
Pier 25's restyling completed
Another quarter of decline in freight traffic at the port of Algeciras
Algeciras
In the period April-June, containers amounted to 1.24 million TEUs (+1.0%)
A new tax applied to cruise passengers disembarking in national ports came into force today in Greece.
Athens
Belgian rail freight company Lineas receives €61 million government loan
Brussels
The measure was approved last night by the restricted council of ministers
ERTMS installation completed on 1,400 kilometers of Italian railway network
Rome
The project is financed with 2.5 billion euros from PNRR funds.
Wärtsilä's quarterly financial and commercial results are positive.
Helsinki
The Marine Electrical Systems division will be sold to the Italian company VINCI Energies.
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
Barcelona
The mayor: For the first time in history, a limit is placed on the growth of cruises in the city.
MSC and Moby have presented their commitments to meet the AGCM's requirements.
Rome
Shipping Agencies Services will sell its 49% stake in Moby, waiving the consideration in favor of the majority shareholder. Moby commits to completely repaying its debt to SAS.
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Washington
Folgiero: Commitment to deliver next-generation capabilities in full alignment with U.S. strategic priorities
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the appointment of four presidents of Italian Port System Authorities.
Rome
The names proposed for the Port System Authorities of the Southern Adriatic, Central-Northern Tyrrhenian, Western Liguria, and Eastern Liguria have been approved. Voting on the Northern Tyrrhenian Authority has been postponed.
Information exchange between state administrations for the digitalization of the maritime sector begins
Rome
The first operational meeting at the Coast Guard General Command in Rome
The Clean Maritime Fuels Platform suggests measures to support the production and distribution of clean marine fuels
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new monthly and quarterly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the period April-June, 29.4 million TEUs were handled (+4.5%)
Sharp increase in cases of seafarers abandoning their ships
London
2,286 crew members from 222 ships involved as of early 2025
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Geneva
North America saw the strongest quarterly growth in imports
In the port of Antwerp-Bruges containers and rolling stock are increasing and other types of goods are decreasing
Antwerp
Traffic congestion continues at the airport, with the situation on the landside becoming critical
A study denounces the delay of European ports in equipping themselves with cold ironing facilities.
Brussels/Pozzallo
The tender to electrify the docks of the port of Pozzallo has begun.
T&E proposes to include more non-EU transhipment ports to avoid carbon leakage
Brussels
The association calls on the EU Commission to reduce the current threshold of 65% of transhipment traffic
Federlogistica urges the immediate establishment of a control room on tariffs
Genoa
The aim is also to eliminate extra costs caused by bureaucracy.
Containerized cargo handled through the port of Singapore fell by 2.9% in the second quarter.
Singapore
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Cairo
The negative trend continued in June and early July
Terminal operators are not at all satisfied with a policy that seems to have no interest in ports
Rome
Cognolato: It is essential to close the ongoing trials on several fronts.
The largest ship ever to dock at Cagliari's Porto Canale at the MITO terminal.
Milan
The container ship "MSC Venice" with a capacity of 16,652 TEU arrived yesterday
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
North Bergen/Metzingen
South Korean HD Hyundai, together with German NEURA Robotics, will develop and test welding robots in shipyards
The toll of the horrific attack on the bulk carrier Eternity C in the Red Sea is still uncertain.
Mandaluyong/London/Brussels
Joint statement by ICS, BIMCO, European Shipowners, Intercargo and Intertanko
In the first half of 2025, bulk cargo increased and general cargo decreased in the port of Marseille-Fos
Marseille
Cruise passengers increase by +5%
The Senate has approved the framework law on interports
Rome
UIR, gives the Italian interport system a modern, orderly and coherent regulatory framework
Carlo De Ruvo was elected president of Confetra
Rome
Among the challenges, the uncontrolled expansion of large logistics groups and their concentration
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Kuala Lumpur
The number of acts of violence against crews is decreasing
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Oslo/Athens/Paris
One of the top three operators in the OT/IoT services market for the maritime and superyacht sectors will be created
Attacks on ships in the Red Sea still cause deaths among seafarers
Portsmouth
Liberian-flagged bulk carrier " Eternity C" targeted
Canadian shipbuilding company Davie acquires second shipyard in Finland
Helsinki/Pori
It will buy the Enersense Offshore shipyard
Amendment on Port Labor Supply Agencies Approved
Rome
Immediate transformation into Agencies authorised to provide temporary port work
Salvini appoints a manager of a private shipping company from Campania as president of the regional AdSP
Rome
This is Eliseo Cuccaro, CEO of Alilauro
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Berlin
This is proposed by an analysis by the International Council on Clean Transportation
IMO and EU condemn renewed attacks on ships in the Red Sea
London/Brussels
Dominguez: New violation of international law and freedom of navigation
In the second quarter of this year, Finnlines' revenues decreased by -5.0%.
Helsinki
Net profit of 26.1 million euros (+7.7%)
Container traffic in the Port of New York remained stable in the April-June quarter.
New York
An increase of +4.9% was recorded in the first half of 2025
The Chamber of Deputies approves the appointment of the presidents of five Port System Authorities.
Rome
They are Davide Gariglio, Francesco Rizzo, Eliseo Cuccaro, Francesco Benevolo and Giovanni Gugliotti
Latrofa appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Port Authority of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea
Rome
Ministerial decree signed
The PNRR tender for interports has been reopened.
Rome
Resources available amounting to 2.2 million euros
Port of Livorno: Workers are the priority in the LTM crisis
Livorno
UPS's quarterly earnings performance declines
Atlanta
Net income in the April-June quarter was $1.28 billion (-8.9%)
Approval for the 2025 budget variation of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
500 thousand euros for the 49% share held by the Port Agency company
FHP Group acquires the remaining 10% stake in Lotras
Milan/Foggia
The integration between Lotras and CFI Intermodal will begin to create FHP Intermodal.
OITAF scientific document on good practices in the logistics and transport of fresh fruit and vegetables
Milan
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has joined the PLIKA
Livorno
Platform dedicated to training, innovation and knowledge sharing in the logistics and port sectors
Matteo Paroli's nomination as president of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been signed.
Rome
He has a degree in law and a specialization in administrative law.
Container throughput increases in Haropa Port, while bulk cargo decreases.
Le Havre
In the first half of this year, containers were 1.51 million TEUs (+4%)
Bureau Veritas reports a 9.8% quarterly increase in revenues in the Marine & Offshore segment
Courbevoie
Kalmar and Konecranes increase new orders in the April-June quarter
Helsinki
The turnover of the two Finnish companies is slightly increasing
Container traffic in the port of Barcelona fell by 12.2% in the second quarter.
Barcelona
Assiterminal threatens a new wave of appeals against regulations it believes are damaging to port operations
Genoa
2M Logistics signs an agreement with Salerno-based Gallozzi
Barendrecht
The Dutch company will represent GF Logistics, a subsidiary of the Italian group, in the Benelux region.
Swiss company Kuehne+Nagel's quarterly profits fell
Schindellegi
In the period April-June of this year, net turnover grew by +1.7%
Yang Ming orders three 8,000 TEU container ships from Nihon Shipyard and Imabari Shipbuilding
Keelung/Imabari
Contract valued at $351.3-394.5 million
Italia Nostra reiterates its strong concerns about the construction of the Fiumicino-Isola Sacra port.
Rome
European maritime cities, destinations for cruise tourism - the association highlights - denounce the phenomenon of over-tourism in the cruise sector
Egypt's first automotive terminal has come into operation at Port Said East.
East Port Said
It can accommodate two car carriers at the same time
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Tepsa has acquired a liquid bulk terminal in the port of Rotterdam.
Singapore/Rotterdam
It was sold by Global Energy Storage Holdings
The Spinelli Group has approved its 2024 sustainability report.
Genoa
Of the company's 616 direct employees, 49% are under the age of 50.
In the second quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by +1.6%
Ankara
Cargoes to and from Italy amounted to 12.7 million tons (+10.1%)
Extension of the Simplified Logistics Zone for Genoa Ports and Dry Ports to the Savona, Vado Ligure, and Bergeggi areas.
Genoa
Approval from the ZLS Steering Committee
Isotta Fraschini Motori has inaugurated a new production line for hydrogen fuel cell systems in Bari.
Trieste
They will be used for naval and land solutions
The Grande Shanghai , the Grimaldi Group's first ammonia-ready car carrier, has been christened.
Naples
It has a load capacity of 9,000 CEUs.
The Port of Genoa, FILT, and UILT have declared a five-day strike at the Bettolo Terminal.
Genoa
Fit Cisl Liguria expressed solidarity with the workers
The tender for the dredging of the commercial dock basin at the port of Ancona has been published.
Ancona
The removal of approximately 730 thousand cubic meters of sediment is planned
Tender for the restoration and enhancement of docks 32 and 33 in the Deep Sea Zone of the port of Savona
Genoa
An investment of over 6.7 million euros is expected
There are 1,100 workers in Palermo directly employed in the seaside tourism sector
Palermo
This year, cruise traffic is expected to grow by 9.4% in the port of the Sicilian capital.
Six-month growth of +9% in freight on the St. Petersburg-India/China maritime route
Fly
FESCO operates six vessels in the service
Port of Trieste: Special Commissioner Gurrieri under investigation for money laundering
Trieste
I am certain - he declared - that I can demonstrate that I acted legally, in full transparency.
Vard signs new contract for the construction of two CSOVs
Trieste
The vessels will be used to support operations in the offshore wind sector
UIR welcomes the publication of the tender for the digitalization of the logistics chain.
Rome
Di Caterina (ALIS): a concrete tool that enhances the needs of businesses and strengthens the logistics system
GNV celebrated its first ten years of activity on the Italy-Albania route
Durres
During the period, the company's ships carried over 1.25 million passengers
A shipment of over 1.2 tons of marijuana was seized at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Reggio Calabria/Catanzaro
Members of a criminal organization that imported drugs from South America through European ports and airports have been arrested.
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build seven 15,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Walden to sell healthcare logistics business to Yusen Logistics
Paris
Exclusive negotiations announced
Solinas (Sardinian Action Party) is not at all satisfied with the state of Sardinian ports
Cagliari
The immediate establishment of a special commission is urged
ANSI welcomes the introduction of the information dashboard for managing private procurement contracts in logistics.
Rome
D'Angelo: it will allow the country to take another step forward
Russo (Confcommercio): excluding road transport from the PNRR funding was shortsighted.
Rome
First bulletin from the Freight Insights Observatory produced by the National Center for Sustainable Mobility
ABB Group posts sharp growth in quarterly financial and business performance
Zurich
In the period April-June the value of new orders grew by +16.0%
Informal consultations have begun on the preliminary proposal for the new Ancona Port Master Plan.
Ancona
Eleven meetings scheduled for July
Program agreement for preparatory and functional interventions for the construction of the bridge over the Strait of Messina
Rome
It was signed today in Rome
Project to develop an ecological station for the treatment of wastewater from ships
Naples
Initiative of the Neapolitan Group of the Cenere and Iello Landing
Assiterminal urges against bringing sediment from the Bagnoli dredging project into the port of Naples.
Genoa
Cognolato and Ferrari: It is essential to safeguard the full functionality of the commercial port's activities.
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach fell 3.4% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
A decline of -16.4% was recorded in June
Paolo Pessina has been appointed vice president of Conftrasporto-Confcommercio.
Rome
He is president of the national federation of maritime agents and brokers
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by -8.2% in the second quarter
Hong Kong
A decrease of -13.7% was recorded in June
Cuneo-based logistics company Nord Ovest is seeing growing financial results.
Wedge
Construction work on a new depot in Mondovì will be completed in early 2026.
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles grows driven by fears of new tariffs
Los Angeles
June saw the highest volume ever recorded for this month
The Management Committee of the Sardinia Sea Port Authority has adopted the DPSS
Cagliari
Green light for the concession to MITO and the appeal against the rejection of Olbia's dredging project.
Three events in Genoa for three new Explora Journeys cruise ships.
Genoa
A technical launch, a coin laying and the cutting of the first sheet metal were carried out at the Fincantieri shipyard
Grimaldi sells 5% of Terminal Darsena Toscana to Livorno Port Company
Naples/Livorno
Option to purchase an additional 5% of the share capital
Concession agreement signed that assigns management of the port of Tartous to DP World
Damascus
It has a lifespan of 30 years
Matteo Gasparato appointed president of the Northern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He was appointed extraordinary commissioner of the same port authority
Meeting in Rome between the heads of ESPO and Assoporti
Rome
Among the topics addressed, the competitiveness of European ports in the current global context
Chinese airline OOCL reports quarterly decline in scheduled service revenues
Hong Kong
Cargo transported by the company's ships is increasing
Collaboration between the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority and the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority
Rome
Agreement with an initial duration of five years
Survey in Germany on the prospects of companies in the maritime, port and shipbuilding sectors
Hamburg
Shipowners are more concerned. Positive prospects for ports and shipyards.
Port of Augusta: Work begins on a third bridge connecting the island to the mainland.
Augusta
Work worth over 20 million euros
Vard signs contract with InkFish for new research vessel
Trieste
The deal is worth more than 200 million euros.
1.1 billion euros will be invested in the port of Hamburg to strengthen the container sector
Hamburg
Improving accessibility and port infrastructure in the Waltershofer Hafen area
Meyer Turku delivered the new Star of the Seas cruise ship to Royal Caribbean
Turku
It has a gross tonnage of 250,800 tons
ESPO calls for increased funding for ports under the next EU Multiannual Financial Framework
Brussels
The CEF programme funds have proven to be far from sufficient
Fincantieri delivers the new Oceania Allura cruise ship to Oceania Cruises.
Miami/Trieste
Two additional Sonata-class ships have been converted into orders.
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
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MEETINGS
Confindustria event on the sea economy in Rome on July 15th
Rome
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Why Malta is objecting to a new price cap on Russian oil
(timesofmalta.com)
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Uniport: Bringing debris from Bagnoli to the port of Naples would postpone long-awaited dredging.
Rome
Legora de Feo: It's necessary to find alternative solutions.
Taiwanese companies Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenues.
Keelung/Taipei
In the period April-June it fell by -18.7%, -26.5% and -8.6% respectively
The establishment of the Information Dashboard for the management of private procurement contracts in logistics has been approved.
In May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +1.4%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
EU approves joint purchase of port equipment by terminal operators
Brussels
Joint definition of minimum technical specifications of equipment is also permitted
Serbian energy group EPS will import coal through the Montenegrin port of Bar
Bar
Currently imports from Indonesia pass through the port of Constanta
Fincantieri Foundation and Luiss University launch a project to strengthen the safety of underwater infrastructure.
Trieste
Among the objectives, contribute to the definition of a specific regulatory framework
Freewheeling: The government's U-turn on anti-mafia controls in the road haulage sector is a welcome development.
Modena
Franchini: If the government has realized it made a mistake, that's good news.
Agostinelli (AdSP Tirreno Meridionale e Ionio): the amendment that allows for the early transformation of the Gioia Tauro Port Agency is extremely important.
Confindustria's event on the maritime economy will take place in Rome on July 15th.
Rome
The confederation's strategic document on the sector will be presented
Kerala seeks $1.1 billion from MSC in damages over MSC Elsa 3 sinking
Thiruvananthapuram
Temporary detention of the vessel "MSC Akuteta II" granted
Trasportounito requests the cancellation of the renewal procedure of the Central Committee of the Register of Hauliers
Rome
New seizure of a load of cocaine in the port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
16 bags containing 417 kilos of drugs were found in a container
MOL and Kinetics to build world's first floating data center
Tokyo
It will be installed on a vessel of 9,731 gross tonnage
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