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Exim India web site
DECEMBER 2, 2024
  • JNPA organises Convention of Secretaries of Major Ports to encourage knowledge sharing and adoption of best practices
  • South East Air Cargo Conclave and Awards 2024 captivates with power-packed topical sessions & exhilarating celebration of excellence
  • DPA handles all-time high salt this fiscal
  • Six new energy-efficient tugboats arrive in Antwerp: A new milestone in the greening of the port
  • India's GDP seen at 6.7 pc for FY26, 6.8 pc for FY27: S&P
  • CMA CGM PSS from Indian Subcontinent & Middle East Gulf to Mauritius & Madagascar
  • Auto parts industry to cross $80 bn revenue in FY25
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (29 November 2024)
  • Master's duty of ship repairs for keeping the ship seaworthy
  • India does not foresee any problem from Trump's tariff plan, says Goyal
  • Kerala sees earlier-than-expected revenue gains following supplementary pact for Vizhinjam Port
  • CBIC inaugurates FFFAI-IIFF Southern Chapter in Chennai along with CCBA
  • Inaugural "TVS GO GREEN EXPRESS" container train with Direct Port Entry export containers flagged off

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International Transport Journal web site
DECEMBER 2, 2024
  • Italy: a train from north to south
  • LHG forum debates green tech challenges
  • Ten more years of feeders in British Columbia
  • UK supermarket chain renews rail partnership
  • Partnering on Polish parcel programme
  • Fresh impetus for Cuxhaven's port industry
  • New dual-fuel ship joins Maersk's fleet
  • A first for Chilean salmon
  • E-trucks have already covered 30 million km
  • Struggling to improve customer service
  • Unipart Logistics picks MD for UK
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The Loadstar web site
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
  • Tariff threat makes no waves as spot rates tread water ahead of new GRIs
  • Feeder operators circle, eyeing the prospect of mainline calls at Vizhinjam
  • Down Under: Smell of a bleak season for freight transport
  • Airfreight rates level out, but looming turbulence could see prices rise again
  • The Loadstar explains: How the EC approved the Korean Air-Asiana merger
  • Hapag-Lloyd secures decade of green methanol fuel supplies from China
  • French rail freight chief upbeat on Hexafret launch, despite strike threat
  • Freightos, AI and a case of mistaken identity

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Container News web site
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
  • Blue Water Shipping establishes new facility at Port of Brisbane
    Nearly 200 people gathered to celebrate the opening of Blue Water Shipping's new Queensland depot and distribution hub, located on a 51,780 m² site at Brisbane port's Fisherman Islands in Australia. This state-of-the-art facility is expected to allow Blue Water Shipping, a global transport and logistics provider, to centralize its port operations in one location, after having occupied temporary l
  • CentrePort advances energy transition with onsite battery energy storage system
    CentrePort is taking a significant step in its energy transition by introducing an onsite battery energy storage system (BESS). This initiative is designed to enhance New Zealand's port resilience and improve its ability to reduce emissions in the future. The BESS system will store energy for later use, making renewable energy supply more flexible and helping to address network supply constraints
  • CMA CGM announces surcharges from Far East
    In response to the current situation in Beira, Mozambique, CMA CGM has announced the implementation of a Port Congestion Surcharge (PCS) effective from 22 December 2024. This surcharge will apply to shipments originating from the Far East, including China, Hong Kong & Macau SAR, North East Asia, and South East Asia, and destined for Beira, Mozambique. The surcharge amount will be US$270 per TEU f
  • DHL and Allegro ink deal for Poland's delivery services
    DHL eCommerce and Allegro, Poland's e-commerce platform, have strengthened their collaboration by forming a strategic partnership that integrates DHL's delivery services into the Allegro Delivery program. This initiative enables Allegro customers to leverage DHL's extensive logistics network, which includes DHL BOX 24/7 parcel lockers, DHL POP pickup points, and courier services. The partnership
  • Weekly Analysis of Container Shipping Stocks
    The container shipping sector continues to navigate a turbulent environment shaped by fluctuating freight rates, geopolitical tensions, and slowing global trade. This week was particularly unique due to the Thanksgiving holiday, which limited trading activity in US markets. However, across global exchanges, the performance of shipping stocks reflected ongoing economic headwinds, including muted c
  • Technology Integration and Trends in Most-Efficient Ports Worldwide
    Ports around the world have been increasingly adopting technology to enhance efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • ONE Ireland moves to new offices in Dublin
    Ocean Network Express (ONE) Europe announced the relocation of its Ireland branch to a new office in Dublin, effective 27 November 2023. The new office, in the Dublin Airport Business Park, offers a prime location that supports ONE Europe's goals for enhanced connectivity and operational excellence. With state-of-the-art facilities and a strategic position, the office is well-equipped to bolster
  • MSC completes its investment in Hamburg port
    Port of Hamburg Beteiligungsgesellschaft SE, a subsidiary of the MSC Group, has announced the successful completion of its voluntary public tender offer for shares in Hamburger Hafen und Logistik Aktiengesellschaft (HHLA). This milestone marks the establishment of a strategic joint venture between the company and the City of Hamburg regarding HHLA. All necessary conditions for closing the transac
  • Sinokor sells two of six newbuildings to MSC for profit
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  • Ports of Stockholm launches pioneering OPS and microgrid tech project
    Ports of Stockholm, in collaboration with partners, launched an innovative project combining onshore power supply (OPS) with microgrid technology to enhance sustainability. This initiative aims to cut emissions, boost energy efficiency, and expand port capacity to meet growing demands for sustainable energy. Funded by the Swedish Innovation Agency Vinnova under the System Demonstrator Sustainable
  • China Merchants Port: Balancing Stronghold in China with Strategic Global Investments
    China Merchants Port operates with a strategic yet limited overseas footprint, focusing on key locations that leverage both regional growth potentials and strategic maritime routes. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • Riga to produce renewable fuel for Baltic market
    The Port of Riga is set to host the first large-scale production facility in the Baltic region for renewable fuels, including hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This initiative, developed in partnership with Ukrainian investors, aims to meet the growing demand for high-value, eco-friendly fuel products in Latvia and across Europe. By advancing climate neutrality
  • Lancer Container Lines Limited: A Visionary Leap into the Future of Global Shipping
    Lancer Container Lines Limited is not just keeping pace with the rapidly evolving global shipping industry-it is leading the way forward. With a legacy rooted in innovation and operational excellence, Lancer has set its sights on extraordinary growth. Today, the company operates a fleet of over 20,000 TEUs, connecting the world's most critical trade routes, from Europe and the Indian Subcontinent
  • Antwerp-Bruges unveils Europe's first electric tugboat; Another five to join port's fleet
    The Port of Antwerp-Bruges has taken a significant step toward sustainability with the arrival of six energy-efficient tugboats, including the pioneering Volta 1, Europe's first fully electric RSD (Reversed Stern Drive) tugboat. This milestone aligns with the Belgian port's ambitious goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2050. Volta 1 sets a new standard in maritime innovation as an entirely em
  • SAAM unveils 2030 Sustainability Strategy
    SAAM marked its 63rd anniversary by unveiling its comprehensive 2030 Sustainability Strategy, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable growth with a clear, actionable plan and measurable goals. The strategy is built on four pillars: Reportability and Risk Management - People and Social Engagement - Environment and Climate Action - Sustainable Development and Projects. "Our goal is to become a le
  • Analysts pour cold water on Gemini proposition
    Container shipping analysts of Sea-Intelligence have cast doubt on whether Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk's alliance, the Gemini Cooperation, can deliver the fastest services when it becomes operational in February next year. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • Trump Tariffs: Impact & Analysis by Freightos
    Late November is typically a slow season for transpacific ocean freight. But through last week transpacific ocean rates remained level and elevated at more than US$5,000/FEU since mid-October, with prices to the East Coast climbing past the US$6,000/FEU so far this week. This rate strength probably reflects some frontloading ahead of both a possible renewed ILA strike at East Coast and Gulf ports

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Splash web site
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
  • Höegh Autoliners clinches another contract extension
    Norway's Höegh Autoliners has secured a new shipping contract with a major unnamed international carmaker. The Oslo-listed outfit said the arrangement worth more than $100m is an extension of an existing deal, which has been updated to reflect the current market. The deal will see the operator of about 40 vessels transport cars in various ...
  • Shearwater secures more work off India
    Norway's Shearwater Geoservices has continued to win work offshore India with a new contract for a large-scale 2D seismic survey The Bergen-based seismic vessel major has secured about five months of utilisation for its 2010-built SW Thuridur on the continental shelf margin off the west coast of India. The contract starts in the fourth quarter ...
  • Trøim's VLCC investment vehicle goes public
    Tor Olav Trøim's new supertanker venture has listed its shares for trading on Euronext Growth Oslo. The company called Bruton is sponsored by Trøim's Magni Partners and currently has two 299,500 dwt VLCCs under construction at New Times Shipyard in China, via subsidiary Andes Tankers, scheduled for delivery in September 2026 and February 2027. Bruton ...
  • Flex LNG seals 15-year charter win for 2019-built gas carrier
    Flex LNG has won a new 15-year time charter agreement for the 2019-built, 173,400 cu m Flex Constellation for 15 years starting in early 2026. The contract comes with a two-year optional extension. The ship is currently on a 10-month charter with Japan's JERA Global Markets trader until the end of the first quarter 2025. ...
  • PV Drilling seals Pertamina jackup rig extension
    Petrovietnam Drilling and Well Service Corporation (PV Drilling) has secured a three-year contract extension from Indonesia's Pertamina for the PV Drilling II jackup rig. The deal signed with Pertamina Hulu Energi ONWJ will keep the 2009-built rig utilised into late 2028. The rig, which has been operating for Pertamina since December 2022, will continue to ...
  • Sapura Energy chairman and CEO to step down
    Malaysian offshore services player Sapura Energy has announced that its chairman, Datuk Mohammad Azlan Abdullah, and group chief executive officer Datuk Mohd Anuar Taib, will leave their positions in the fourth quarter of the current financial year. Sapura Energy said in a filing with Bursa Malaysia that Mohammad Azlan will step down from his chairmanship ...
  • Sea1 Offshore extends vessel contract with PXGEO
    Norwegian offshore vessel operator Sea1 Offshore has landed a charter contract extension with marine seismic player PXGEO for the offshore subsea construction vessel (OSCV) Sea1 Spearfish. The Oslo-listed company has fixed the 2014-built vessel, formerly Siem Spearfish for one year to support PXGEO's worldwide operations. The extension kicks in during the first quarter of 2025. ...
  • 2000-built VLCC sold for further trading
    Brokers note that the Tricia II, a 24-year-old, 281,000 dwt, Mitsubishi-built tanker has been sold for $21m to undisclosed interests. The Comoros-flagged ship is not classed by a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. It was called Tiburtina in October last year, and Arabela before that. Eight VLCCs were registered with the Comoros flag ...
  • Hapag-Lloyd fixes methanol supplies out of China
    German liner Hapag-Lloyd has reached an agreement with Beijing-headquartered Goldwind for the delivery of 250,000 tonnes of green methanol per year. The green methanol will consist of a blend of bio- and e-methanol, ensuring greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction of at least 70%, according to Hapag-Lloyd. "As part of our Strategy 2030, we are fully ...
  • Wind tech as a path to compliance
    In the second in a series from Kongsberg Maritime, Oskar Levander explains how a research project has devised a ship concept using conventional fuels, that can meet future compliance targets, with the addition of energy saving technologies including wind. There are many ways in which ship owners can tackle the prospect of tighter regulation. The ...

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Lloyd's List web site
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
  • Barbados reconsiders position on sanctioned Russian ship registrations
    UK-Barbados diplomatic discussions result in moratorium on new Russia-affiliated ships joining the rapidly growing Barbados flag, while a decision not...
  • Russia sanctions won't disappear overnight
    Western shipowners and underwriters may have to kiss goodbye to a once-lucrative revenue stream for the medium to long term
  • Trump tariffs a sign of chaos to come for shippers
    Shippers risk wasting money by frontloading cargoes ahead of Trump tariffs that might not happen, Xeneta analyst Emily Stausboll warns
  • Marsh confirms soft hull renewals
    H&M underwriters reportedly struggling to hit premium-level targets
  • HD Hyundai Vietnam Shipbuilding eyes expansion to meet growing demand
    Company seeks to expand its facilities, increasing shipbuilding capacity, while addressing land and contract challenges in Khanh Hoa Province
  • Shipowners' Club announces 2025 renewal pricing
    Combined ratio down at halfway stage, Shipowners' Club confirms
  • US grain exports on the up, but big picture looks gloomier
    The short-term looks rosy for US grain exports, but the country continues to lose ground to Brazil in the race...
  • ETS charges to soar in January
    The ramp-up of the EU Emissions Trading System, a planned reduction in allowances circulating in the carbon market and longer...
  • MOL to put safety at centre of business with new unit
    The Japanese shipping giant aims to eliminate serious incidents, as outlined in its safety vision revealed in January
  • Rotterdam-Singapore green corridor completes bio-methane bunkering pilot
    The port of Singapore is planning a similar bio-methane bunkering pilot with full sustainability certification
  • CSSC chair Wen reportedly implicated in anti-graft investigation
    Wen Gang has allegedly been absent from the company for more than a month and missed the opening ceremony of...
  • Prokopiou seals $1.1bn LNG carrier deal with CMB Financial Leasing
    Greek owner's second LNG carrier deal with a Chinese lessor this year, following US-listed Dynagas Partner's transaction with CDB Financial...
  • The Daily View: Aligning for action
    Your latest edition of Lloyd's List's Daily View - the essential briefing on the stories shaping shipping
  • MSC completes purchase of 49.9% stake in Hamburg Port's HHLA
    MSC and the City of Hamburg, which retain 50.1% ownership, have committed to significant investments and expansion plans to boost...
  • Daily Briefing
    Houthis seek to diversify LPG shipments | EU sanctions set to target 'high risk' dark fleet and Ukraine grain theft...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
  • Hapag-Lloyd joins Maersk in Chinese methanol supply deal
    Securing enough green methanol to operate the growing fleet of dual-fuel vessels is critical if carriers are to be able to meet interim emissions reduction targets.

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TradeWinds web site
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
  • Wavelength podcast: What does tanker bellwether Frontline say about prospects for the market?
    Also, delving into the link between Mark Zuckerberg's Meta and Danish owner Norden
  • First of Scotland's troubled LNG dual-fuelled ferries bunkers up
    Saga draws to a close as Glen Sannox finally delivers eight years after construction started
  • Herbjorn Hansson has an eye on suezmax buys as NAT rings up third-quarter profit
    Nordic American could add to its fleet following a quarter where 100% of profit was paid out to shareholders
  • Nick Savvas-led Cosmoship clinches asset play with 10-year-old kamsarmax
    European interests are paying at least $21m for bulker built in China
  • Gail (India) inks long-term charter with K Line on LNG newbuilding
    Indian buyer signs up its third deal on vessels in six months
  • Sirius Shipping orders new type of hybrid-electric tanker
    Swedish owner says fuel-efficient newbuildings are an important step towards future decarbonisation compliance
  • Suezmax earnings jump as routes trade big gains back and forth
    Mediterranean and West African tankers rise as owners grab hold of market
  • Hope for crude tankers as Chinese refiners snub pricey Iranian barrels
    Traders say private plants are fixing ships elsewhere in the Middle East and Africa
  • SwissMarine leads Greek raid on Japanese-built bulkers as asset values soften
    SwissMarine Inc is the latest Hellenic owner to pounce on high-quality kamsarmax tonnage
  • Replica of Peter the Great flagship caught in sanctions web and fighting for European port entry
    Training ship has multinational crew opposed to invasion of Ukraine but is running out of money, warns captain
  • 'We're halfway there,' says Wilke Briese on upgrading his father's fleet with 60 newbuildings
    Germany's largest multipurpose owner opens up on driving a huge newbuilding programme
  • CNPC inks rare PSV newbuilding order to follow Greek heavyweights
    Chinese oil group becomes the latest to order offshore tonnage as operators make cautious return to shipyards
  • New Tankers International bunker boss says VLCC pool's buying power is trump card
    Stephen Robinson will be focusing on optimising existing fuel supply ahead of energy transition efforts
  • Arctic sees S&P picking up next year 'with a lot of money to be made in shipping'
    Broker has seen sale-and-purchase volumes falling after 'super active' 2023
  • Greek owner Naftomar expands product tanker bet with Zodiac deal
    Zein family's gas carrier outfit now has six product tankers
  • Explosion and fire force crew to abandon ship in vital shipping lane
    Swedish authorities launched rescue operation off the island of Bornholm
  • Hoegh Autoliners inks second major contract in a month
    Automakers reticent to go longer, analyst says, but are still willing to pay
  • Maersk: 'LNG is a fossil fuel. It's not going to be part of the solution'
    Liner giant says biomethane could provide a green path for LNG dual-fuel vessels
  • Flex LNG nets 15-year time charter from LNG trader JERA
    Vessel fixed until at least 2041
  • Hapag-Lloyd seals 'significant' green methanol fuel supply deal in China
    Goldwind will deliver 250,000 tonnes of low-carbon bunkers per year
  • Explosion hits Anglo International bulker off US coast, consultancy says
    Mini-capesize Anglo Marie Louise anchors off Norfolk following incident on Wednesday
  • Historic Hurtigruten lands €250m 'milestone' boost as existing investors take the wheel
    Investors include Arini Capital Management, AlbaCore Capital, Barings and Cyrus Capital Partners
  • Nanjing Tanker orders four newbuildings at Guangzhou Shipyard International
    Shiponwer is paying around $63m each for the methanol-ready vessels
  • SSY recruits S&P broker from a Singaporean broking shop
    New hire has 10 years' experience in the S&P market
  • Schulte Group in new Chinese crewing joint venture
    Objective is to develop new generation of skilled, future fuels-ready seafarers

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American Shipper web site
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
  • Montreal port terminal has first direct call from China
    A trio of partners helped the Port of Montreal welcome its first direct vessel call from China.

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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 first half of 2025, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +10.5%
Joy Taurus
2,186,211 TEUs were handled
A bulk carrier was attacked in the Red Sea
Portsmouth
The crew abandoned the ship which began to take on water
German government allocates 400 million euros to support energy transition in maritime-port sector
Over 78 million euros to the ports of Augusta and Taranto for offshore wind
Rome
Funds distributed over three years starting from 2025
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
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
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
Rijeka Gateway Terminal to become operational in early September
Copenhagen
The first ship at the second container terminal of the Croatian port is expected on September 12
Falteri (Federlogistica) urges us to focus on the development of "polycentric" logistics
Genoa
The Simplified Logistics Zone should be the cornerstone of the strategy
Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Co. acquired Mitsui E&S Shipbuilding Co.
Hiroshima/Tokyo
It was renamed Tsuneishi Solutions Tokyobay Co.
Pessina (Federagenti): Northern European logistics system is struggling. Let's take advantage of it!
Rome
Unexpected opportunity - he underlines - for the Mediterranean ports and Italian ones in particular
MSC Cruises Joins Carnival and Royal Caribbean in Capitalizing on Grand Bahama Shipyard
Miami
Negotiations underway since the end of 2024 have been successfully concluded
At The International Propeller Clubs the Dorso Award for the Mediterranean area
Naples
In recognition of the primary role played by logistics operators in Mediterranean traffic
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