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Exim India web site
MAY 3, 2024
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  • Maersk's Q1 results in line with expectations amid ongoing Red Sea disruptions
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MAY 2, 2024
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Marine Log web site
MAY 2, 2024
  • VIDEO: Cunard's new Queen Anne arrives in Southampton
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    The Cut Off, La., headquartered Chouest group has acquired Aberdeen, Scotland, headquartered ROVOP, a leading remotely operated vehicle (ROV) company that was previously a portfolio company of Bluewater Private Equity. With the
  • Jamaica orders 22 Metal Shark surface interceptor vessels
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Container News web site
MAY 2, 2024
  • MABUX global bunker indices show stability
    During the 18th week, the MABUX global bunker indices remained relatively stable, lacking a clear directional movement. The 380 HSFO index experienced a modest increase of US$7.20 to US$557.55/MT compared to the previous week. Conversely, the VLSFO index continued its downward trend, decreasing by US$6.51 to US$687.76/MT. Similarly, the MGO index saw a decline of US$5.28 to US$870.80/MT. "At the
  • cargo-partner extends HHLA Pure partnership for CO2-neutral transport
    cargo-partner, the international transport and logistics provider has once again demonstrated its commitment to sustainability by prolonging its partnership with the HHLA Pure program for another year across its branches in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary. Initiated in 2023, the collaboration between cargo-partner and the HHLA Pure program aims to cultivate climate-neutral transport cha
  • CMA CGM applies new PSS from Asia and India to Mauritius
    Marseiile-based ocean carrier CMA CGM has notified its customers of a forthcoming Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) effective from 15 May until further notice. The surcharge will be applicable for shipments originating from China, South East Asia, North East Asia, and India East Coast (including Kolkata, Cochin, Ennore, Haldia, Kattupalli, Krishnapatnam, Karaikal, Chennai, Paradip Garh, Tuticorin, and
  • Maersk reports Q1 results in line with expectations despite Red Sea crisis
    Maersk's first-quarter performance aligned with the company's expectations, reflecting a notable earnings rebound from Q4 2023. The positive results were propelled by Terminals' solid performance and a confluence of factors including increased demand and the ongoing Red Sea crisis, according to the statement. With these conditions anticipated to persist through the latter half of the year, Maersk
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Splash web site
MAY 2, 2024
  • Höegh to temporarily deploy Australia-bound FSRU to Egypt
    Höegh LNG, Australian Industrial Energy (AIE), and Egyptian Natural Gas Holding (EGAS) have signed an agreement to deploy the FSRU Hoegh Galleon to Egypt. The FSRU will be deployed to support energy security in Egypt. The unit will be located in Ain Sokhna for a likely period of 19-20 months, after which it will be ...
  • Solstad Offshore wins new deals for four vessels worth $72m
    Norway's Solstad Offshore has won several deals in the offshore energy market with a combined duration of around 600 days, including mobilization and demobilization, valued at NOK 800m ($72.1m). The Normand Baltic CSV will be busy in the offshore wind market in Asia. It was awarded a minimum 70-day firm contract for cable repair support ...
  • Chouest Group expands ROV offer with ROVOP buy
    US-based Chouest Group has acquired ROV services provider ROVOP. With this acquisition, the company alongside its subsea service company, C-Innovation, will control a fleet of over 100 ROVs and 6 autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs). The US firm said that bringing ROVOP under the company's umbrella not only expands its service offerings but also provides ROVOP ...
  • Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners and Uniper form hydrogen partnership
    Danish fund manager Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) and Düsseldorf-headquartered energy company Uniper have teamed up to work on the production, transport, and marketing of green hydrogen from the HØST PtX Esbjerg project to Germany. Powered entirely by renewables, HØST PtX Esbjerg will produce up to 140,000 tonnes of green hydrogen per annum for use in ...
  • Equinor taps Subsea 7 and One Subsea for work on Wisting, Bay du Nord projects
    The Subsea Integration Alliance, a non-incorporated tie-up between Subsea 7 and SLB's OneSubsea, has inked a new long-term collaboration agreement with Norways energy giant Equinor. According to the companies, the new agreement enables early information sharing and other collaborative benefits critical to unlocking subsea projects by making them economically viable. This will also enable the ...
  • US sanctions four shipping firms among nearly 300 suppliers linked to Russia
    The United States has placed sanctions on more than 280 individuals and entities linked to Russia with four of them being shipping companies working on the Arctic LNG 2 project. With this massive-scale sanction wave, the US targeted Russia's future energy, metals, mining, and export capacity as well as sanctions evasion and circumvention - all ...
  • Fredriksen becomes top investor in Edda Wind
    Shipping tycoon John Fredriksen has become the top investor in offshore wind vessel owner Edda Wind after Norwegian shipowner Østensjø sold all its shares in the company for NOK 521.8m ($47m). Following the transaction, Østensjø - which held shares through its subsidiary Østensjø Wind - does not hold any shares or rights to shares in ...
  • Yinson Production closes $1.3bn financing for Agogo FPSO
    Singapore-based Yinson Production has agreed a limited recourse term loan facility of up to $1.3bn for the pre- and post-delivery financing of the Agogo FPSO. The financing is provided by a consortium of 13 lenders, including international banks and institutional investors, and will be utilised during the construction of the FPSO. The financing comprises three ...
  • Maersk raises profit outlook fuelled by Red Sea turmoil
    Danish liner giant Maersk has lifted the lower end of its full-year guidance as it expects the robust box market amid Red Sea disruptions to continue into the second half of the year. The Copenhagen-based shipping and logistics group said its first-quarter profit of $208m on revenue of $12.4bn against last year's $2.3bn and revenue ...
  • Trafigura orders ammonia dual-fuel gas carriers
    Commodities giant Trafigura has contracted four ammonia dual-fuel midsize gas carriers at HD Hyundai Mipo Dockyard in South Korea. The vessels will carry LPG or ammonia, with the first delivery due in 2027. One of the world's largest charterers, with around 400 ships under management, said the latest order was part of the company's commitment ...
  • Inaugural Geneva Dry launches
    The global dry bulk shipping community has converged in Switzerland this week for today's grand opening of the first Geneva Dry, a conference designed to be the annual summit for shipping's largest sector. Myriad parties on the sidelines of Geneva Dry organised by trading houses, shipowners, port agents, tech firms and brokers have given the ...
  • Mercuria seals VLCC newbuilds
    Mercuria Energy Trading has signed up for a fresh pair of very large crude carriers in China. The Swiss trader and charterer has struck a deal worth $240m with China State Shipbuilding Corporation for the construction of one owned and one chartered-in VLCC newbuild. The 300,000 dwt ships will be conventionally fueled and built at ...
  • Inland vessel breaks and sinks during loading operation
    The inland vessel Courage broke on Wednesday morning while loading sand at an excavation area on the Waal river near Deest in the Netherlands. The bow and the stern were still visible above the water while the middle part of the vessel was completely under water. Videos and photos of the vessel show that the ...
  • Pair of six-year-old LNG carriers primed for scrapping having never traded
    Two six-year-old, 174,000 cu m Korean LNG carriers have anchored in the layup waters of Labuan in Malaysia having remarkably never entered the gas trades thanks to faulty containment systems. South Korean media suggest the SK Shipping vessels - the SK Serenity and SK Spica - are now likely to be sold for scrap. Last ...
  • Mainstream tanker charterers consider relaxing their 'under 20' rule
    A new report from broker Braemar suggests mainstream tanker charterers might relax their 'under 20' rule over the coming couple of years as rates remain heightened and the tanker fleet ages to levels not experienced this century. Braemar analysis shows a full 18% of the world tanker capacity is likely to be over 19 years ...
  • China back as Australia's top coal client
    Further signs that the trade spat between China and Australia has come to a close. In 2020, China placed trade restrictions on several Australian exports in response to the Australian government calling for an inquiry into the origins of covid. In late March, following negotiations and a thawing of Australia-China relations, one of the last ...
  • Competition or collaboration? Dry bulk sector addresses low-carbon challenges ahead
    Reducing carbon emissions from shipping will test operators' adaptability and willingness to embrace the demands of their customers, writes Vasileios Gkikas, director of business development and global lead for dry bulk at class society, ABS. The challenges facing the dry bulk market are a microcosm of the broader struggle facing the industry - and will ...

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Lloyd's List web site
MAY 2, 2024
  • Iran's oil exports robust in April but sanctions may yet bite
    The US has sanctioned 25 tankers and four LPG carriers year to date owing to Iran links. These measures have...
  • Changes afoot in Mexico and Canada, the largest crude exporters to US Gulf
    The recent drop in Mexican crude exports looks likely to be brief, but a new refinery will dampen exports more...
  • New UK economic crime law affects shipping companies everywhere, lawyers warn
    The UK's Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act is expressly worded to have extraterritorial effect. Big multinational shippers could choose...
  • High freight premiums to ship Russian crude supercharge profits for sanctioned trades
    Freight assessments from Argus Media highlight challenges facing Western regulators in enforcing the G7 price cap on Russia's oil and...
  • EU ETS and Red Sea crisis swell Maersk bunker bill in first quarter
    Maersk introduced a €23 per dry teu ETS surcharge on the east Asia to north Europe route during the first...
  • Maersk remains cautious on capacity outlook
    Capacity shortages and strong demand have propped up freight rates and will do so for another quarter. But beyond that...
  • Fredriksen becomes largest shareholder of offshore wind vessel owner
    Edda Wind was founded by Østensjø, which says it has 'mixed feelings' about selling its remaining stake in the offshore...
  • Trafigura returns to HD Hyundai Mipo with new order for ammonia-fuel gas carriers
    Commodities trading giant Trafigura has penned newbuilding contracts for four ammonia dual-fuel liquefied petroleum gas carriers, which will also be...
  • Huanghai Shipbuilding bags first tanker order amid spike in newbuild demand
    Brokers report each medium range tanker cost $50m, a five-year peak
  • Lloyd's Register funds maritime human rights project
    Human Rights at Sea is seeking greater visibility on its Geneva Declaration on Human Rights at Sea, including adoption by...
  • Former Guangzhou port bosses ensnared in China anti-graft sweep
    Shake-up in Guangzhou port's top management is part of broader results from Beijing's anti-graft drive, which has impacted many public...
  • Maersk lifts outlook on Red Sea disruption
    Higher demand and freight rates have led Maersk to raise the lower end of its guidance for the full year...
  • Daily Briefing
    Parallel fleet of dark tankers shipped just over half of Russian oil in April setting fresh record | Nitrous oxide...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
MAY 2, 2024
  • US HHG imports await housing recovery after two-year tumble
    Elevated mortgage rates and inflation continue to drag down new home construction and remodeling activity, two of the major drivers of US household goods imports.
  • HMM plans for THE Alliance revamp with SM Lines trans-Pacific slot deal
    The tie-up is part of a wider move by individual members of THE Alliance to broaden their respective networks and maintain alliance commitments without adding a replacement carrier to succeed Hapag-Lloyd.
  • US HHG imports await housing recovery after two-year tumble
    Elevated mortgage rates and inflation continue to drag down new home construction and remodeling activity, two of the major drivers of US household goods imports.
  • Decline in US truck shipments, rates lowering truck market's floor: U.S. Bank
    Continued year-over-year contraction in truckload shipments and shipper spending in the first quarter means the next pricing upswing is likely to be slow, rather than sudden.

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TradeWinds web site
MAY 2, 2024
  • Tidewater delivers profit growth 'nicely above' offshore vessel giant's expectations
    US company sticks to forecast for revenue growth in 2024
  • Frisky Thursday for the capesize market as Pacific freight rates and futures jump up
    Futures market saw big gains on Thursday as suddenly everything started to look a little more rosy
  • Foremost injects youth into fleet with NYK-chartered newbuilds after string of sales
    Latest newbuilding deliveries, outfitted for biofuels, bring fleet age to five years
  • Viking Holdings' market cap nears $12bn after upward march from IPO
    Two days on the New York Stock exchange has translated into nearly $1.51bn in additional market value
  • Insurer of Baltimore bridge set to 'pay out $350m' over Dali disaster
    Experts say the anticipated payment will be the first of many following the 26 March bridge collapse
  • Hoegh LNG FSRU heads to Egypt as sub-charter with Australian project agreed
    Regas vessel set to stay on site for up to 20 months
  • CMB.Tech venture to develop Africa's first hydrogen-powered vessel
    Move is part of project to develop green hydrogen plant in Namibia for small ships
  • Trading giant Vitol sues shipowner for $3m over 'contaminated' cargo
    Commodities trader blamed leaking valves for the losses in oil shipment to Mauritius
  • Kristian Siem-backed Subsea 7 alliance gets the inside track on huge Equinor oilfields
    Kristian Siem-backed company and joint venture strike deal with Equinor
  • Swedish Club reports thirtyfold increase in paperwork to meet Russia oil cap demands
    Protection and indemnity provider reports impact of changes
  • Red Sea crisis to shield Maersk profit for next two quarters, says Vincent Clerc
    Even if the disruption lasted years, overcapacity would eventually humble the market, says liner CEO
  • Shipping lender NRP strikes $6.9m financing deal with US owner to fund cruise ship purchase
    Premium Maritime Credit Fund signed bilateral senior secured facility
  • Red-hot tanker newbuilding prices cool as momentum 'takes a breather'
    BRS says momentum in new ship values is slowing, but secondhand market has upside
  • Rare aframax fixture emerges as Canada opens Trans Mountain pipeline
    Suncor said to have booked first tanker to ship crude using new Vancouver berths
  • Pay slashed at Shell's chartering arm Stasco as profit falls
    UK accounts reveal oil group's trading and shipping management division hurt by higher tax in 2023
  • Methanol trumps LNG as the alternative fuel of choice for newbuildings this year
    First ammonia-fuelled vessel orders are starting to roll in
  • Yildirim tanker blamed for 'biggest ever spill' in Spanish enclave port
    The K Onset reported to have leaked up to 30,000 litres of fuel oil in Ceuta
  • Greek shipowner Coral back in dealmaking mode as it snaps up DSD product tanker
    Five-year-old product carrier becomes the youngest vessel in the Coral fleet
  • Maersk guidance 'disappoints' analysts and investors as shares tumble in early trading
    DNB, Fearnleys and Handelsbanken have 'sell' recommendations
  • Australia awards feasibility licences for first offshore wind projects
    Twelve potential projects off Victoria could start delivering up to 25 gigawatts within a decade
  • Analysts and markets digest Maersk first quarter financial report as shares take a tumble in early trading
    DNB, Fearnleys and Handelsbanken have sell recommendations
  • Belships in the money on leased newbuilding armada as values rise, Clarksons says
    Norwegian operator has a fully-financed play on a positive bulker market, according to analysts
  • Trafigura takes the plunge on ammonia fuel with order for four gas carriers
    Hyundai Mipo to build low-carbon vessels for delivery from 2030
  • Private equity investor Wayzata to sell International Seaways shares banked as part of $232m fleet sale
    US investor files to offload stock worth about $12m as first ships are delivered
  • John Fredriksen becomes biggest owner of Edda Wind as Idan Ofer and Wilhelmsen inject fresh cash
    Norwegian shipowner will control around one-third of the company following stock purchase
  • KOBC taps bond investors for $600m to fund South Korean owners' newbuilding plans
    Government body establishing itself as a frequent issuer in the global bond market
  • Maersk raises profit forecast with Red Sea disruption to last all year
    First-quarter results in line with expectations, giant Danish owner says
  • Tsakos Energy Navigation suezmax sale shows upward prices for old tonnage
    Nineteen-year-old tanker said to have fetched $2.5m more than identical sister ship sold four months ago
  • Repair bill dispute lands MR2 products tanker under arrest in Singapore
    Seizure of the Green Land has dragged on for almost two weeks despite a small claim amount
  • Seacon opens up on near $700m tanker drive and casts eye towards gas sector
    Chinese owner has been busy in the first year since floating and more deals could soon be in the works
  • Australia awards feasibility licenses for first offshore wind projects
    Twelve potential projects off Victoria could start delivering up to 25 gigawatts within a decade
  • Two capesizes linked to Lila Global sold to Chinese buyers
    Dubai-based firm has flipped at least one vessel for profit
  • Shipping addiction and meditation: How a fourth generation owner was inspired to reinvent a vast business
    Chairman Chavalit Frederick Tsao leads a transformation towards a sustainable, purpose-driven business model at Tsao Pao Chee Group
  • Seacor Marine's quarterly loss swells as operating cost rise outpaces revenue growth
    Day rates still rising for Houston shipowner's offshore supply vessels

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American Shipper web site
MAY 2, 2024
  • Air Canada abandons plans for two Boeing 767 converted freighters
    Air Canada said Thursday it changed its mind about investing in two widebody freighters and will rely on its growing passenger fleet to increase cargo capacity.

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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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