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Exim India web site
SEPTEMBER 2, 2024
  • Vadhvan Port to be epicentre of trade & industrial development: PM
  • PSA Mumbai welcomes MGX2 service
  • Moody's raises India's GDP growth to 7.2 pc for 2024
  • Govt mulls import duty hike on palm, soyabean oils
  • SMPK announces Bengal Middle East Express service between Jebel Ali and Haldia Dock Complex
  • Advantages of proposed Dighi Port Industrial Area in Maharashtra highlighted
  • Tax payable on foreign export loadings by non-resident companies alters
  • Global schedule reliability drops marginally in July
  • Govt to fast-track 38 rail projects to boost coal transportation
  • Andhra to be a logistics hub for eastern coast: CM
  • LA, Long Beach ports absorb import surge in the US
  • Bremer Lloyd Breaking New ground from the Start!
  • Amazon India partners with Railways for faster deliveries
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International Transport Journal web site
SEPTEMBER 2, 2024
  • Hupac extends shuttle services
  • Greek cities invest in green waste management
  • Fiege sets milestone in strategic location
  • Air cargo demand still climbing
  • From XPO to AFS
  • Valenciaport sees rise in Australian trade links
  • Aldi adds in Lower Saxony
  • Heavy-haul locomotives are back in South Africa
  • A new chair for Railcom
  • Offshore wind projects boost SOV market
  • A brewing base in western France
  • A takeover to boost growth at AMS
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The Loadstar web site
AUGUST 30, 2024
  • Ocean carriers 'fire blanks' ahead of China's Golden Week holiday
  • Methanol 'happy hour' over, and decarbonisation will double freight rates
  • Transpac benchmark Kerry Logistics: a mixed bag? Or...?
  • TAAG Angola gears up to boost regional air cargo in southern Africa
  • Fulfilment specialists pave the road for indirect US e-commerce imports
  • U-turn on proposal to ban DHL 777F night flights at Brussels
  • Former Polar Air US customer service chief Schirmer jailed for fraud

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Marine Log web site
AUGUST 30, 2024
  • VIDEO: Second Parramatta Class ferry enters service in Sydney
    The second of seven vessels in the new fleet of next-generation Parramatta Class ferries designed by Incat Crowther has arrived in Sydney, Australia, and is now in service. The vessels, which will
  • Poor hull condition led to $500,000 flooding of 59-year old towboat Uncle Blue
    The National Transportation Safety Board has issued its report on a March 26, 2023, incident in which, at about 0500 local time, the towing vessel Uncle Blue began flooding when towing one

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Container News web site
AUGUST 30, 2024
  • Grimaldi Group receives fifth G5-Class Ro-Ro vessel
    Grimaldi Group took delivery of the fifth multipurpose Ro-Ro vessel of the innovative "G5" class at the Hyundai Mipo Dockyard in Ulsan, South Korea. Named Great Casablanca, this ship is designed to further enhance the quality of maritime transport services offered by the Neapolitan company between Northern Europe and West Africa, joining her five sister ships in the series. Measuring 250 meters i
  • Maersk ship collision injures two crew
    A Maersk container ship manoeuvring into Fremantle Port has collided with a tall masted training ship, destroying its mast and injuring two crew members on the sail vessel, who were rushed to hospital. The 8,800 TEU Maersk Shekou was attempting to dock at around 6:30 am local time at Fremantle Port, when the vessel collided with the 55m Leeuwin and also clipped a museum building. Jay Weatherill,
  • Stakeholder coalition joins Port of Portland to maintain container service at Terminal 6
    The Port of Portland, supported by a coalition committed to marine container shipping in Oregon, presented Oregon Governor Tina Kotek with a detailed business plan to sustain container service at Terminal 6, the state's sole international box terminal. The report highlights the crucial role of marine container shipping at T6 for Oregon's economy and emphasizes the necessity of public investment t
  • Wärtsilä and Eidesvik forge ammonia shipping deal
    Wärtsilä, a technology group, has entered into a contract with the Norwegian shipowner Eidesvik to provide the equipment needed to convert the offshore platform supply vessel (PSV) Viking Energy to operate on ammonia fuel. The vessel, currently under contract with energy giant Equinor, is set for conversion in early 2026 and aims to begin ammonia-powered operations within the first half of that y
  • COSCO constructs twelve 14,000 TEU methanol-fuelled vessels
    On 29 August 2024, COSCO SHIPPING Heavy Industry and COSCO SHIPPING Container Lines signed a contract in Shanghai for the construction of twelve 14,000 TEU container ships featuring dual-fuel methanol propulsion. This latest order underscores COSCO SHIPPING's commitment to green and low-carbon development, as it strives to build an environmentally friendly fleet and minimize the environmental and
  • Global schedule reliability drops to 52.1% in July
    Sea-Intelligence has released issue 156 of the Global Liner Performance (GLP) report, providing schedule reliability data up to July 2024. According to a statement, this report is extensive, covering schedule reliability across 34 trade lanes and over 60 carriers; however, this press release will focus on the global highlights. "Source: Sea-Intelligence.com, GLP Report, issue 156"
  • COSCO forms partnerships with Bosch and Wallem Group
    COSCO SHIPPING Logistics and Supply Chain Management recently solidified a strategic alliance with Bosch (China) by signing a memorandum of understanding in Chongqing. This agreement paves the way for creating a strategic committee dedicated to leading a skilled team that enhances collaboration between the two entities. The partnership aims to foster comprehensive cooperation within the logistics
  • Azule Energy selects Opsealog tool to cut emissions from its OSV fleet
    Opsealog, a data integration and analysis company for the maritime and offshore sectors, has secured a two-year contract with Azule Energy, Angola's largest independent energy firm. The contract aims to reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from Azule Energy's Offshore Supply Vessel (OSV) fleet. Initial estimates by Opsealog suggest that the project could cut the fleet's GHG

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Splash web site
AUGUST 30, 2024
  • Port of Melbourne secures site for massive expansion
    Port of Melbourne, Australia's largest general cargo and container port, has secured a long-term lease of additional land from the Victorian Government to improve the state's supply chain efficiency. The port will lease approximately 290,000 sq m of the former Melbourne Markets site until 2066 in line with its existing 50-year port privatisation lease. This ...
  • DOF Subsea lands $13m in deals for DSV in APAC region
    Norway's DOF Subsea has won a contract extension and a new contract award for one of its vessels in the Asia-Pacific region. A contract extension was awarded to the 2011-built dive support vessel Skandi Singapore. The vessel will be fully committed through the fourth quarter of 2024 with further options available into the first quarter of 2025. DOF ...
  • FPSOs bounce back with $12bn in orders after a quiet year
    After a year without a significant FPSO order, the orderbook has recovered with $12bn for three units ordered since the second quarter of 2024. Petrobras has ordered the P-84 and P-85 FPSOs for the Atapu and Sepia fields respectively for $8.16bn from Seatrium. The Singapore firm was the only bidder after COOEC withdrew its proposal ...
  • Frontline in 10-ship leaseback deal to clear Fredriksen debt
    New York- and Oslo-listed tanker giant Frontline has lined up a 10-ship sale and leaseback deal in China to pay back money borrowed from controlling shareholder John Fredriksen. The deal worth up to $512.1m involves CMB Financial Leasing's commitment to cover the refinancing of 10 suezmaxes, subject to execution of final documents, the company said. ...
  • Satellite images show worrying 4 km trail from burning Sounion
    The Houthis yesterday released footage of a group of militants boarding and detonating explosives on the Greek Sounion oil tanker in the Red Sea. The dramatic video shows multiple explosives being laid across the ship. The Delta Tankers suezmax was attacked nine days ago, with its crew evacuating. Last Friday, the Houthis boarded the laden ...
  • Decarbonising shipping could double cost of transporting goods by containers: DNV
    Decarbonising shipping could double the cost of transporting goods by containers, according to a new report from class society DNV. Ahead of next week's SMM, the world's largest shipping exhibition, DNV has released its latest Maritime Forecast to 2050, a 72-page publication now in its eighth edition. The in-depth report provides an updated outlook on ...
  • US to hold Oregon's first-ever offshore wind lease sale
    The US Department of the Interior has revealed that it would hold an offshore wind energy lease sale off southern Oregon. The two areas to be auctioned on October 15, 2024, by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) could generate more than 3.1GW if fully developed, which could power approximately 1m homes. The final ...
  • Vattenfall offshore wind warm to power German steel manufacturer
    Swedish utility Vattenfall and German steel producer Salzgitter have signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) which will see electricity from the Nordlicht 1 offshore wind farm power steel production from 2028. The PPA provides for a share of 75MW of connected load from the Nordlicht 1 offshore wind farm to be made available to the ...
  • Oceaneering bags several North Sea contracts
    The UK arm of Houston-based Oceaneering International has secured multiple contracts for decommissioning, inspection, subsea preparation, and installation support services in the UK sector of the North Sea. The contracts were awarded by multiple operators in the region and, when combined, total an estimated 65 days with options to extend the contract durations. These contracts ...
  • Ocean Installer scores subsea tie-back project to Anasuria FPSO
    Marine construction contractor Ocean Installer, part of Moreld, has been awarded a sizeable project from a UK subsidiary of Hibiscus Petroleum for work on the Teal West development. The contract was awarded by Anasuria Hibiscus UK as part of a new frame agreement for offshore construction. The Teal West development in the Central North Sea ...
  • Great Eastern strikes supramax bulker sale
    India's Great Eastern Shipping has offloaded one of its bulk carriers after a series of disposals of vintage MR tonnage as part of the company's product tanker fleet renewal initiative. The Mumbai-listed diversified owner said it had struck a deal with an undisclosed buyer for its 2011-built supramax Jag Rani. No price tag has been ...
  • Marine battery manufacturer hails price drop
    Marine battery manufacturer AYK Energy has hailed a significant breakthrough in electric propulsion technology for ships with what it claims is the first battery sold at $300 per kWh. AYK founder Chris Kruger said the milestone will accelerate the adoption of battery powered vessels. He said the previous industry standard price was around $450-$550 per ...
  • COSCO orders a dozen 14,000 teu ships
    COSCO Shipping, the world's fourth largest containerline, has ordered a dozen 14,000 teu ships at a sister firm in Jiangsu province rounding off one of the busiest months for global containership orders ever. The state-run line is paying $2.15bn for the methanol dual-fuelled ships which will be built at COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Yangzhou The ...

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Lloyd's List web site
AUGUST 30, 2024
  • Tanker shipping's dark fleet to keep growing until 'margins are destroyed'
    Lars Barstad of Frontline has 'lost all faith' in the ability of sanctions and regulations to curtail the dark fleet...
  • Grain season will boost panamax rates, but waning Chinese demand prompts caution
    The upcoming US grain export season is expected to strengthen low panamax rates. However, some industry commentators argue that the...
  • The Lloyd's List Podcast: What is the best ship money can buy right now?
    Lloyd's List editor Richard Meade steps into the shoes of a shipowner to discuss the decisions that have to be...
  • Yemen's twisted firestarters will go it alone
    The Houthis like to paint themselves as the legitimate government of Yemen. Legitimate governments do not typically run the risk...
  • Sounion plight sparks memories of Limburg casualty
    'Basically, the Houthis are not going to get anything from the owners. They are not going to get anything from...
  • Frontline sounds alarm over dark fleet and repays Fredriksen debts
    Frontline has raised concerns about the growing share of crude oil shipping by the dark fleet of older, non-compliant tankers...
  • Shanghai on track to breach 50m teu barrier
    China's colossal container hub on the brink of becoming the first port to post annual teu figures above the 50m...
  • Chinese energy shipping firms foresee robust global tanker market amid domestic demand decline
    China Merchants Energy Shipping says concerns about the oversupply of tankers in the next three years may be a 'groundless...
  • CMPort and Cosco Shipping Ports gain from recovery in exports
    The performance of their respective overseas ports was more patchy, depending on where they were positioned in relation to the...
  • Maersk containership collides with tall ship in Fremantle
    Maersk Shekou struck tall ship STS Leeuwin and caused damage to the Western Australia Maritime Museum as it approached Fremantle...
  • OOCL to take minor stake in Tianjin terminal for $49m
    Tianjin Container Terminal, the leading box terminal in Tianjin, has 13 berths and annual capacity of 6m
  • Methanol 'happy hour' has come to an end, says DNV Maritime chief executive
    Decarbonisation is slowing down due to high shipbuilding costs, limited yard space for retrofits and a lack of investment in...
  • Daily Briefing
    Houthis say they will allow Sounion to be towed | Insurer Brit hires tugs to attend tanker burning in Red...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
AUGUST 30, 2024
  • US LTL sector growth, efficiencies still fueled by loss of Yellow
    Reduced overall capacity, higher pricing and more dense and efficient networks are defining characteristics of the post-Yellow LTL market.
  • New cold warehouse in Maine aims to lessen dependence on Boston
    A new warehouse due to open early next year in Portland for frozen and ambient temperature cargoes could cut transportation costs for shippers now using out-of-state storage and ports.
  • Energy, tech projects filling project cargo pipeline
    EPCs report revenue gains and hefty project backlogs as manufacturing and traditional and alternative energy projects gain momentum.
  • Carriers on India-US trades return to canvassing for contract support: forwarders
    Forwarders say carrier executives are seeking volume-linked pricing expectations after dictating terms over the last two months or so.

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TradeWinds web site
AUGUST 30, 2024
  • Has MOL-backed engine maker created the silver bullet of multifuel combustion?
    Start-up claims its retrofittable ceramic marine engine is twice as efficient as conventional power trains
  • Vancouver legal fight brews after dockers complain that crew members unloaded their own ship
    Union trades blows with government and CGT after container handling equipment was unloaded from BigLift ship
  • Panama Canal limbers up to roll out sales of long-term transit slots
    Some in gas carrier sector may sit out auctions for 2025 slots
  • Wavelength podcast: Sounion's insurance question and DNV says more than shipping needs a kick
    Tanker is on fire, abandoned, boarded by Houthis and possibly leaking oil
  • Clarksons reveals painful demand hit on product tankers from crude 'cannibals'
    Analysts say dirty ships switching into clean trades explains some of the recent rate weakness
  • 'No magic potion' for rates as Frontline cannibalises own product tankers, Barstad says
    Frontline CEO explains why forward bookings are simultaneously worse than second quarter but better than recent averages
  • Futures markets pointing to sharp dips in container freight rates in 2025
    Falls of up to 70% are priced in amid fears of growing overcapacity
  • Wavelength podcast: MV Sounion's insurance questions, DNV says it is more than shipping that needs a kick, and a shipping fund manager gives us tips
    Tanker Sounion is on fire, abandoned, boarded by Houthis and possibly leaking oil
  • Futures markets pointing to sharp falls in container freight rates in 2025
    Falls of up to 70% are priced in amid fears of growing overcapacity
  • Adani steps up shipping ambitions with $185m takeover of Astro Offshore
    Indian group expands oil and gas shipping by taking 80% stake in Dubai AHTS and PSV operation
  • Russian tankers ply Arctic route as Putin seeks Urals crude outlet
    Kpler tallies eight domestic and overseas ships taking Northern Sea Route since July
  • Torm investors to benefit from Sinokor fleet swoop as share price rides high
    Clarksons analysts believe using stock as currency is proving a smart move for Danish owner
  • Gail (India) snaps up Shell LNG carrier on time charter
    Charterer growing fleet but long-term bids for next vessel remain under evaluation
  • Two injured after Maersk container vessel hits training ship in Australian port
    Fremantle's famous maritime museum is also reported to have suffered damage during incident
  • Great Eastern ships out supramax bulker in latest fleet-renewal deal
    Indian owner agrees to sell 2011-built vessel, following sale of elderly MR tanker in July
  • Greenpeace backs hydrogen as it joins race for greener shipping fuels
    Hexagon to deliver hydrogen system in 2027 to Freire Shipyard in Spain
  • Investor FourWorld taking Frontline and Euronav to court in 2026 over $2.35bn VLCC fleet sale
    US fund's legal action said to be without merit by Fredriksen tanker company
  • 'Questionable actors': Frontline concerned as 'grey' tanker fleet grows
    Norwegian tanker owner says continued trading of older ships puts climate targets in jeopardy
  • John Fredriksen debt to be repaid as Frontline seals new lease finance worth $512m
    Transaction with China's CMB Financial Leasing covers 10 suezmaxes
  • Hardcore technology fans should not support one decarbonisation measure like a football team
    The industry needs to be nimble as 2030 emissions-slashing targets near
  • DNV: The world must attack energy losses to hit emissions reduction goals
    Carbon capture and storage has potential, Norwegian class giant says
  • 'It's time to get real': Invest today, don't wait for tomorrow's green fuel
    Shipping must back development of systems that lift energy efficiency until carbon-neutral fuels become available, says Knut Orbeck-Nilssen
  • Tanker volatility to resume after soft summer earnings dip, says Frontline
    John Fredriksen's tanker giant hit by higher costs in second quarter
  • New footage shows Houthi fighters planting bombs on Delta tanker
    Slick video shows multiple blasts carried out on vessel in Red Sea
  • Libya oil shutdown leaves aframax owners in limbo, says Braemar
    Cargo cancellations loom as crude production halts again
  • Cosco splashes $2.15bn on orders for a dozen methanol dual-fuel container ships
    Chinese shipping giant goes in-house with neo-panamax newbuildings ordered at compatriot Cosco HI Yangzhou

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