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June 3, 2024

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Exim India web site
JUNE 3, 2024
  • PSA India & JNPA ink MoU to collaborate on development of Vadhvan Port & the wider logistics ecosystem
  • Sushil Kumar Singh appointed new Chairperson of Deendayal Port
  • Tiger Logistics launches FreightJar 2.0
  • Container shipping spot rates seeing rapid & dramatic increases
  • GDP growth seen at 8 pc in FY24: SBI
  • India's chemicals market seen soaring
  • Solar module exports up 91 pc in FY24
  • Global schedule reliability drops back to January 2024 levels
  • Adani Ports signs 30-year concession to operate Container Terminal 2 at Dar es Salaam Port
  • Panama Canal maximum authorised draught effective immediately
  • US-India trade boost as new ONE WIN service calls APM Terminals Mumbai & Port Elizabeth
  • India's LNG imports attain a new level in May
  • Kerala mulls reviving short sea shipping
  • Evolution of "Compensation" from "no cure no pay" to "special under Art. 14" to "SCOPIC" in Salvage
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (31 May 2024)

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International Transport Journal web site
JUNE 3, 2024
  • Work has begun in Venice
  • For the energy turnaround
  • Captrain Netherlands now in Austrian hands
  • A new partner in Nuremberg
  • More belly capacity to North America
  • New CEO for Postnord Sweden
  • Metrans augments capacities in Slovakia
  • KN enlarges hub in El Paso
  • IAPH explores energy needs for ports
  • Silk Way West Airlines picks COO
  • DHL launches facility in Shanghai
  • Logistics - an Olympic sport?
  • Hybrid networks on the rise
  • From Canada to Casablanca
  • A first in South America
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Shaping the next generation
  • Boosting sales network in Western Switzerland
  • Backing BlueRock TMS
  • AD Ports sets its sights on Madagascar

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The Loadstar web site
MAY 31, 2024
  • Customs brokers under scrutiny as US CBP confirms ecommerce crackdown
  • Maersk's new surcharge strategy raises eyebrows
  • Transpac ecommerce freighters on pause as US Customs checks every parcel
  • Analysis: Peak rates
  • Singapore reopens defunct container terminals to tackle vessel bunching
  • Box rates ease, but 'things may get worse for shippers before they get better'
  • China 'buying market share' as it stockpiles EVs at western ports
  • Liners are not hoarding capacity, assures Evergreen, as Q1 profits triple
  • All-electric wing-in-ground cargo-carrying Seaglider prepares for take-off
  • 'Don't leave it too late to start your digital transformation', says GXO's Adrian Stoch

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Container News web site
MAY 31, 2024
  • Ocean freight container shipping market set to surpass Red Sea crisis peak and hit levels not seen since Covid-19 pandemic
    Ocean freight container shipping spot rates are set to exceed the level seen at the height of the Red Sea crisis when the latest round of increases hit the market on 1 June, according to the latest data released by Xeneta. Peter Sand, Xeneta Chief Analyst, said: "The ocean freight container shipping market has seen rapid and dramatic increases during May and that is set to continue with further g
  • Singapore reopens disused container terminals to alleviate bottlenecks
    The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) said on 30 May that operations at shuttered container terminals in the city-state's downtown have been temporarily resumed to ease the backlog of ships queueing to dock in the world's second busiest port. MPA said, "We've seen large increases in container volumes and the 'bunching' of container vessel arrivals over the previous months due to supp
  • Hapag-Lloyd updates Adriatic Sea Express service
    German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd has announced changes in its Adriatic Sea Express (ADX). The new rotation of the ADX service will be as follows: Piraeus, Greece -> Alexandria, Egypt -> Damietta, Egypt ->Koper, Slovenia -> Rijeka, Croatia -> Ancona, Italy -> Venice, Italy -> Piraeus Hapag-Lloyd has noted below the first vessel call of the new rotation, including vessel voyage, Estimated Time of A
  • India keen to operate Bangladesh's major port
    Neighbouring India now wants to operate Bangladesh's second seaport Mongla, where both New Delhi and Beijing are also keen to invest in new terminal construction. India already has secured transshipment facilities at Bangladesh's two seaports in Chittagong and Mongla for carrying cargoes to its landlocked seven-sister states in the North East to avoid travelling over 1,650 kilometres. Earlier in
  • Port of Halifax monitoring impasse between Canadian railways and union members
    The Port of Halifax in Nova Scotia, Canada, is bracing for operational impacts should the two major freight railways and their union employees fail to reach a labor agreement later this year and go on strike. "Supply chains are interconnected, and what happens to one partner will have a domino effect on another. The Port of Halifax is monitoring for potential impacts," Port of Halifax spokesperso
  • Metrans unveils major terminal area expansion in Slovakia
    Metrans, a subsidiary of Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) specializing in rail transport, has recently completed a significant expansion of its hub terminal located in Dunajská Streda, Slovakia, adding approximately 50,000 m² to its operational area. This expansion marks a strategic move by Metrans to enhance its service offerings, providing customers with increased storage capacity and imp
  • DP World introduces new rail transport solution for finished vehicles
    DP World has introduced an industry-first solution using 53-foot intermodal containers with racking systems to transport finished vehicles by rail from Mexico to the United States and Canada. Starting 1 June 2024, DP World will offer this innovative 53-foot intermodal container service, enabling the transport of cars via rail from Mexico to the US and Canada. Vehicles will be loaded into containe
  • Brexit opens EU ETS savings window
    The European Union (EU) carbon taxation scheme (ETS) came into effect in January 2024, imposing a tax on CO2 emissions for ships calling at EU ports. Under this scheme, ships sailing between two EU ports must pay a carbon tax for the entire duration of the journey. In contrast, ships travelling between a non-EU port and an EU port are required to pay a carbon tax for 50% of the journey. It's impo
  • Maersk applies peak season surcharge from South China to Bangladesh
    Danish box carrier Maersk is implementing a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for both dry and reefer containers originating from South China ports and destined for Bangladesh. The surcharge will be effective from 15 June, as follows: Origin Destination Effective Dates Container Type Currency New tariff levels South China (including Hong Kong) Bangladesh 15 June All Dry and Reefer containers US$ US$700
  • CN analysis: Freight rate erosion on Indian trades continues as exporters bet on trade growth
    Container freight rates on trades out of India have been unable to hold the rate gains they made from the Red Sea crisis, according to an analysis of market data for May by Container News . On the westbound India-Europe trade, while average short-term contract rates for 20-foot container bookings from West India [Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPT)/Nhava Sheva or Mundra Port] to Felixstowe/London Gatewa
  • Port of Oakland seeks federal grant for zero-emissions transformation
    The Port of Oakland, in collaboration with a coalition of 20 partners, has submitted an application for a federal grant aimed at expediting the Oakland Seaport's transition to 100% zero-emissions cargo handling operations. They are seeking a US$417 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Clean Ports Program under the Zero-Emission Technology Deployment Competition. Their grou

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Splash web site
MAY 31, 2024
  • German Tanker Shipping bumps up orderbook in China
    German Tanker Shipping has boosted its orderbook of product carriers in China to six. The Bremen-based outfit has lifted options for two additional 41,000 dwt units at Fujian Mawei Shipbuilding and Xiamen Shipbuilding Industry as construction started on a series of four tankers booked late last year at an undisclosed price. Founded in 1998, GTS ...
  • Oceanteam to merge with industrial waste management firm
    A former offshore shipping player Oceanteam is merging with Norwegian industrial waste management firm Soiltech. The merger will be completed by Oceanteam transferring all its assets, including about NOK21m ($2m) in cash, rights and obligations to Soiltech, as the acquiring company. Oceanteam shareholders will get 6.65% of the combined company. The deal is subject to ...
  • Study suggests global sulphur cap has contributed to climate crisis
    Several US scientists have claimed in a paper published this week that a rule imposed by the International Maritime Organization in 2020 could have increased global temperatures, explaining last year's high temperatures. The IMO 2020 fuel regulations, also known as the global sulphur cap, abruptly reduced the emission of sulfur dioxide from international shipping from ...
  • Framar seals Trident PSV deal
    Framar Shipping has secured a contract with Trident Energy for its platform supply vessel, Fram Princess. The 2013 Havyard designed and Tersan-built vessel has been booked for around 120 days to support a three-well drilling campaign offshore Equatorial Guinea carried out by the drillship Noble Venturer. The deal, which should keep the unit fixed until ...
  • Singapore brings shuttered terminals back online to battle severe box congestion
    To staunch the severe congestion building up at the world's largest container transhipment hub, PSA Singapore has reactivated older berths and yards that have previously been decanted at Keppel Terminal, while also adding significant manpower to battle the box build-up. "Port congestion has returned to haunt the container markets, with Singapore becoming the latest chokepoint," ...
  • Greece's Veritas books kamsarmax brace at Hengli Heavy
    Greek owner Veritas Shipmanagement has ordered two kamsarmax bulk carriers at Chinese shipyard Hengli Heavy Industries in Dalian. The outfit, based in the seaside Athens suburb of Vouliagmeni, is paying $38m to see the 82,000 dwt duo delivered in 2026, according to one Greek broker. Veritas is listed on VesselsValue with five bulkers and one ...
  • UK court hands jail term to Syrian shipowner
    A UK court has issued an arrest warrant for a Syrian shipowner, handing down an 18-month sentence for lying to a court. Abdul Jalil Mallah is sanctioned for his ties to Iran and the Houthis in Yemen. Oaktree Capital Management took Mallah, 49, to court in London in a bid to recover two bulk carriers ...
  • Goan miner sells newcastlemax
    Goa-based Fomento Group, which entered shipowning eight years ago, has sold one of its four ships, offloading the 2016-built Fomento One newcastlemax to Greek interests for $55.9m, a ship that the Indian miner had ordered at Daehan Shipbuilding in South Korea a decade ago. The company is left with three newcastlemaxes. Run by the Timblos ...
  • MPC Capital merges broking units
    Effective July 1, Hamburg's MPC Capital will merge the shipbroking activities of Harper Peterson and Albis Shipping & Transport. Operating under the joint brands of Harper Petersen, covering containers and S&P, and Harper Petersen Albis, covering tankers and bulkers, MPC Capital said the merger will enhance its service offerings and global presence. "With offices in ...
  • Panama Canal increases vessel draft ahead of schedule
    The Panama Canal has issued an advisory to shipping lines stating that, effective yesterday, it has increased the maximum authorised draft to 13.7 m. This adjustment, originally scheduled to take effect on June 15, is being implemented earlier due to the expected onset of the rainy season in the Panama Canal watershed and the current ...
  • How to keep crew content
    Staff retention rates are an important metric for all managers. Here's some advice contained in our brand new shipmanagement magazine on how to ensure employees stay put. Attracting and retaining qualified employees is undoubtedly challenging during times of skills shortage. Officer supply shortage has hit an all-time high and is unlikely to improve, resulting in ...
  • Your Posidonia hierarchy of needs
    Steven Jones has some practical advice for the thousands of people descending on Athens airport in the coming days. Posidonia is running up the flags of many nations, readying for the biennial bash where the shipping industry gets to properly shed the winter blues, shimmying back into lighter-than-sensible outfits, as we hit the trail from ...

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Lloyd's List web site
MAY 31, 2024
  • Booming LPG shipping stocks now hitting new all-time highs
    LPG shipping stocks may not be as 'mainstream' as crude tanker, product tanker, dry bulk, and container shipping equities. But...
  • LOF on life-support: salvors - and owners - need more than this
    It is long past time for salvors and underwriters to grasp the truth that they serve the same client, not...
  • European Commission mulls Ingosstrakh sanctions
    Russian insurer providing cover for crude exports insists it is fully compliant with sanctions
  • Desperate shippers push box rates higher
    Carriers are struggling to provide capacity as networks snarl up with congestion; but shippers are desperately trying to beat delays...
  • Chinese consortium will win bid for Georgia's Black Sea container port Anaklia
    Georgia will invest $600m in the initial phase of the revived port project, with an anticipated annual capacity of 600,000...
  • Tramp sector fears exclusion from EU Innovation Fund
    'Unfair' regulation could have unintended consequences detrimental to European shipping and is part of a pattern of Brussels ignoring the...
  • Eastern Pacific to install AI monitoring across its fleet
    The operator is partnering with DeepSea Technologies to reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions through real-time monitoring
  • Can bygone shipping prominence be Hong Kong's future?
    HKSOA chairman Angad Banga tells Lloyd's List he remains confident of Hong Kong's prospects but reminds the government of the...
  • MPC Capital merges Harper Petersen and Albis shipbrokers
    MPC said the merger will enable it to provide better research and operations across three offices in Europe and Asia
  • Panama Canal increases maximum draught ahead of schedule
    More transit slots have been available since May 16 as the start of the rainy season eases water shortage fears
  • Daily Briefing
    Exclusive: Countries plan informal MEPC talks in Bonn | Tanker giant Frontline: 'We're in for a long one' in current...
  • Soaring newbuilding prices are outpacing the dry bulk freight market
    Newbuilding prices for bulkers have continued to escalate and have reached a 15-year high, yet spot rates are roughly in...
  • Singapore battles port congestion as Red Sea crisis snarls container traffic
    Congestion is unlikely to ease any time soon, amid the rising demand from the US and Europe, coupled with an...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
MAY 31, 2024
  • Vessel congestion building outside Charleston, Savannah
    Container ships are anchoring outside both southeast US ports due in part to a project in Charleston that will shut one berth at the Wando Welch Terminal until the fall.
  • Global port congestion taking out capacity, creating more delays
    Ports not designed for transshipment are being inundated with boxes, one of the knock-on effects of Suez Canal diversions that is contributing to a global capacity crunch, experts say.
  • Carriers omit Singapore calls amid growing delays as Asia port congestion spreads
    Carriers and forwarders said the average berthing delay is three to five days at Southeast Asia's leading container gateway, but HMM and ONE said they are experiencing more than that.
  • Seattle-Tacoma seeking more direct vessel-to-rail container moves
    After a successful one-off exercise involving 300 containers moving through Terminal 18 in Seattle, the Northwest Seaport Alliance will seek to convince ocean carriers to implement greater use of block stowage of rail cargo on vessels leaving Asia.
  • US rail cargo crime on the rise as thieves, methods gain sophistication
    Cargo theft on the rails is becoming highly organized, with criminals targeting specific pallets inside containers being carried on a train rather than ransacking boxes at random.

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TradeWinds web site
MAY 31, 2024
  • Seanergy alleges George Economou 'has not engaged' or brought new ideas to proxy fight
    Stamatis Tsantanis-led shipowner fires back at Greek rival's effort to appoint his own board members.
  • Seven seafarers dead after explosion rocks Greek-managed bulker
    Fire reportedly ignited in engine room after blast
  • Oaktree seeks to shed majority control of Torm in $275m share sale
    US private equity giant announces latest stock disposal after cutting stake last year
  • Canada has been 'smart' with new tanker pipeline bypassing Panama Canal, consultant says
    Maritime NXT's Punit Oza argues that west coast loadings are 'critical' for the country
  • Podcast: Marine insurance braces for challenges of decarbonising shipping
    Allianz highlights how attacks on shipping make the job a hard sell to would-be seafarers
  • Make the Carbon Intensity Indicator 'fair' or put shipping economics at risk, Intercargo says
    Controversy over the IMO greenhouse gas regulation rages on
  • Editor's selection: Evangelos Marinakis celebrates, Forrest in action and Greeks spend big at shipyards
    These were some of the big stories making headlines this week in the buildup to Posidonia.
  • Goldman Sachs: Global LNG supply to increase by 80% in 2030
    Research arm brands US LNG expansion as 'extraordinary'
  • Pelagic Partners celebrates new finance deal at NIBC shipping dinner
    Cypriot owner and Dutch lender get together in Amsterdam after signing 'competitive' transaction
  • Economou turns up the heat on Seanergy, seeking changes to the board
    Minority shareholder proposes confidantes Liveris and Kokkodis to the board of US-listed capesize owner
  • Greek champagne, Houthis renew attacks and a broken port pier stops aid to Gaza
    Greek shipowners are beyond bullish, but are they green?
  • Trading giant Vitol extends South Korea deal to supply LNG cargoes to 2028
    Trading giant stretches agreement originally signed in 2011
  • Opec production decision not expected to be tanker rate driver once expected
    Bloc is likely to maintain cuts at its meeting on Sunday
  • Container spot rates hit highest level this year - and the rally is not over yet
    More rate hikes beckon in the Red Sea-disrupted container shipping market
  • BW LPG says Panama Canal congestion to increase despite transits rising
    CEO Kristian Sorensen believes sheer weight of ship numbers will outstrip increase in daily slots
  • Hafnia eyes clutch of VLAC newbuildings as it builds out ammonia interests
    BW unveils emission cuts for its LNG and bulkers in 2023 Sustainability Report
  • Frontline holds firm with 'big boys' pushing for seven-year tanker deals
    Chief executive Lars Barstad says market is emerging for longer-term charters
  • Clarksons launches new metals derivatives desk under Philip Lye in Geneva
    Operation will focus on base and battery metals
  • The big, fat, Greek tanker sale: Hellenic shipowners see receipts from disposals race past $9bn
    Owners have made a killing selling older ships over the past two years
  • Chinese giant CMES selling $1bn container ship and car carrier fleet in 36-vessel deal
    Owner working on transaction with compatriot Antong Holdings as it seeks to focus on tankers, bulkers and gas
  • Global 'war for talent' puts P&I clubs in crosshairs, says Steamship Mutual boss
    CEO Jonathan Andrews says clubs are not only competing with rivals but other industries
  • Can new Greek shipping minister Christos Stylianidis raise the flag?
    National pride alone will not lift Greece's ailing registry out of the doldrums
  • Break point: Pelagus says 3D printing is a licence to save money and cut emissions
    Wilhelmsen and Thyssenkrupp-backed company has signed up 25 owners and managers
  • Cash mountain: BW LPG struggling to find profitable ways to invest, chief executive says
    VLGC owner's chief executive admits balance sheet is 'too robust'
  • Why the risk of a Baltimore bridge-style disaster happening again is 'higher than you think'
    Catastrophe highlights the dangers posed by ever-larger ships, say researchers
  • Oaktree seeks to shed majority control of Torm in $303m share sale
    US private equity giant announces latest stock disposal after cutting stake last year
  • Greek shipowner Thanassis Martinos reflects on 'efficient and sophisticated' Houthi threat
    Eastern Mediterranean owner reacts to latest attacks on his vessels
  • Frontline is 'go-to' shipping stock with high pricing here to stay, analyst says
    Fearnley Securities' Fredrik Dybwad argues 'superior' company's shares are still a buy despite trading above net asset value
  • Performance Shipping boss believes 'solid' tanker market is sustainable
    Andreas Michalopoulos says balanced chartering policy leaves Greek company well positioned
  • 'Impressive' first-quarter performer BW LPG upgraded by Fearnleys
    Gas carrier owner sees share target price raised to NOK 280
  • Can new shipping minister Christos Stylianidis raise the Greek flag?
    National pride alone will not lift Greece's ailing registry out of the doldrums
  • Jinhui back in black as geopolitical events drive tonne-mile demand growth
    Shipowner said any fleet growth will come from secondhand acquisitions or charters rather than newbuildings
  • Singapore's PSA reactivating boxship terminals to relieve congestion crush
    Container volumes this year are up 8.8%
  • Panama Canal eases draught restrictions early as water levels rise
    Transits to rise to 32 per day as impacts of El Nino weather system fades

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American Shipper web site
MAY 31, 2024
  • Former Polar Air Cargo COO sentenced to 4 years in prison
    Lars Winkelbauer, a former high-level executive at Polar Air Cargo, received a four-year prison sentence for defrauding the company.
  • Atlas Air to end Amazon flights, focus on international customers
    Atlas Air will phase out flight operations for Amazon but continue to lease aircraft to the retailer while targeting more cross-border shipping.

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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
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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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