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Exim India web site
JULY 3, 2024
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International Transport Journal web site
JULY 3, 2024
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JULY 2, 2024
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Marine Log web site
JULY 2, 2024
  • BOEM approves Atlantic Shores South offshore wind project
    The U.S. Department of the Interior today announced its approval of the Atlantic Shores South offshore wind energy project, the ninth commercial-scale, U.S. offshore wind energy project approved during the Biden administration.
  • Wärtsilä will supply systems for two more ammonia-fueled gas carriers
    Ammonia doesn't produce CO2, sulfur or particulate emissions when combusted, making it a prime candidate to be shipping's new green fuel. There are currently no ammonia-fueled ships in operation, but Antwerp, Belgium,

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Container News web site
JULY 2, 2024
  • Chittagong port sees container growth
    Port of Chittagong attained a 5.36% growth in container handling and a 4.18% rise in cargo handling in the fiscal year 2023-24 which ended on 30 June. Bangladesh's prime seaport could attain the growth despite a 6.63% decline in ships incoming to the port in the year amid import restrictions due to a severe shortage of foreign currency reserve Data shows that the port handled some 3.169 million T
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  • cargo-partner boosts hazardous materials management in Dutch warehouse
    Following a recent quality accreditation, cargo-partner has once again enhanced the capabilities of its advanced warehouse in Roermond, the Netherlands, emphasizing its specialized services in the management and storage of hazardous materials. Spanning 7,000 m² of storage space, with a dedicated 3,000 m² area specifically for hazardous goods, the Roermond warehouse is tailored to meet the diverse
  • Panama Canal announces further increases in draft and daily transits
    The Panama Canal marked the eighth anniversary of its expansion by announcing an increase in both its draft and daily transits. These updates come as the Canal continues to address climate variability and secure future water supplies. Through an Advisory to Shipping, the Canal revealed that the maximum authorized draft has been raised from 46 to 47 feet (14.33 meters) and will further increase to
  • Maersk withdraws from DB Schenker takeover - Will this clear path for DSV?
    Danish container shipping giant Maersk is no longer interested in acquiring German logistics company DB Schenker, according to Reuters, due to possible future integration challenges. DB Schenker's mother company Deutsche Bahn launched a sale process last year. Maersk said it was considering the takeover of DB Schenker, but Vincent Clerc, CEO of the Danish ocean career, recently stated, "Our inves
  • Marlink enhances cyber security portfolio with Diverto acquisition
    Marlink, a provider of managed Information Communications and Technology (ICT) solutions, has completed the acquisition of Diverto, a pioneer in advanced Infortmation Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) security solutions for enterprise and critical infrastructure. This merger significantly enhances Marlink's cyber security offerings and capabilities, forming a unified asset poised to
  • Pro-Palestine protesters arrested after demonstration outside Maersk headquarters
    Many pro-Palestine activists were arrested in Copenhagen on 28 June after protesting outside AP Moller Maersk's headquarters. The apprehensions occurred nearly a month after the Palestinian Youth Movement, a cross-border action group formed by Palestinian migrants, launched a global campaign against Maersk Line, called "Mask Off Maersk", on 3 June, claiming that the Danish mainline operator ships
  • HMM proceeds with onboard carbon capture and storage initiatives
    In pursuit of its 2050 carbon neutrality goal, HMM is actively advancing multiple initiatives, including the installation and demonstration of an Onboard Carbon Capture and Storage System (OCCS) on the 2,200 TEU container ship HMM Mongla-the first such deployment in South Korea. This technology aims to capture and liquefy carbon dioxide emitted during ship operations, preventing its release into
  • DP World welcomes two new RMG cranes at London Gateway
    DP World has celebrated the arrival of two new Rail-Mounted Gantry (RMG) cranes at its London Gateway rail terminal, poised to boost rail capacity at the logistics hub by 50%. Scheduled to commence operations in mid-August, these cranes aim to meet escalating demand for enhanced rail connections and more sustainable supply chain solutions from customers. Additionally, the new cranes are set to am
  • CMA CGM applies new Indian Subcontinent FAK rates
    French ocean carrier CMA CGM announced updated Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates from the Indian Subcontinent to several destinations worldwide applicable from 15 July 2024 (gate-in date) until further notice: INDIAN SUBCONTINENT TO EAST COAST CENTRAL AMERICA & CARIBBEAN 20' 40' Caucedo US$7,500 US$8,500 Puerto Cortes US$7,500 US$8,500 INDIAN SUBCONTINENT TO MEXICO EAST COAST 20' 40' Altamira US$7,50
  • US FMC designates HMM as state-controlled carrier
    The United States Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) designated HMM as a controlled carrier of the Government of the Republic of Korea and added it to the agency's Controlled Carrier List. Controlled carriers are ocean common carriers operating in US-foreign trades that are directly or indirectly owned or controlled by a foreign government. These carriers are subject to enhanced regulatory oversig
  • SC Ports pauses construction project to reduce vessel queues and enhance fluidity
    With the support of the maritime community, South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) is swiftly processing ships and reducing its vessel queue by implementing innovative operational solutions and temporarily halting toe wall construction for ocean carrier and cargo owner customers. These operational solutions have already reduced waiting times and the number of ships on queue. Currently, SC Ports has thre
  • WiseTech Global acquires Singeste
    WiseTech Global, the developer of the leading logistics execution software CargoWise, announced that it has acquired Singeste - Sistemas de Informática, Lda (Singeste), a prominent IT solutions provider for the customs sector in Portugal. According to a statement, founded in 1986 and headquartered in Seixal within the Lisbon Metropolitan Area, Singeste's flagship solution, GIDWin, directly interf

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JULY 2, 2024
  • DOF buys Maersk Supply Service in $1.1bn deal
    Norwegian offshore vessel owner DOF has agreed to acquire Danish counterpart Maersk Supply Service from A.P. Moller Holding in a $1.11bn cash and share deal. The combination will create one of the largest Oslo-listed oil services companies, with a combined market cap of around $2.3bn, a workforce of more than 5,400 employees, and 78 vessels, ...
  • Heerema Marine Contractors wins offshore wind work in Baltic Sea
    Dutch offshore construction player Heerema Marine Contractors has been awarded contracts for work on offshore wind farms in the Baltic Sea. The company won the deals from MFW Baltyk II and MFW Baltyk III, each a joint venture project owned 50-50 by Equinor and Polenergia. They will include work on the Baltyk 2 and Baltyk ...
  • OneSubsea to work on TotalEnergies' Kaminho deepwater project
    SLB's OneSubsea has won a sizeable contract for 13 wellsets plus associated equipment and services in the development of the Kaminho project offshore Angola from French energy major TotalEnergies. The project will be developed by TotalEnergies in two phases for the Cameia and Golfinho discoveries. During the Kaminho project's first phase of development for the ...
  • CSL pens $598m transhipment vessel deal with BCI Minerals
    Canadian owner CSL Group has entered into a 21-year, $598m strategic partnership with BCI Minerals to build and operate a new transhipment vessel to support the Mardie salt and potash project. The first phase of the contract involves the provision of a transhipment vessel from CSL in the second half of 2026 while a new ...
  • Saudi liner newcomer targets fleet growth with Bahri deal
    Saudi Arabian liner newcomer Folk Maritime is pressing ahead with ambitious growth targets in a deal with Bahri Ship Management, a unit of the kingdom's top shipping line, Bahri, to collaborate on technical shipmanagement, crewing and shipbuilding supervision of Saudi-flagged vessels. Under a memorandum of understanding Bahri Ship Management will support the Riyadh-based feeder operator ...
  • Jinhui snaps up second capesize
    Fleet expansion at Chinese bulker owner and operator Jinhui Shipping and Transportation is pressing ahead with the acquisition of a second capesize vessel this year. The Oslo- and Hong Kong-listed company has picked up the 2008 Shanghai Waigaoqiao-built Ocean Courtesy from Singapore's TNB Ocean Shipping for $24m. Jinhui has brought in several vessels either via ...
  • Purus eyes ammonia and hydrogen FSOs with Bluewater tie-up
    UK-based diversified shipowner Purus has partnered up with floater specialist Bluewater Energy Services to provide floating storage and offloading (FSO) solutions for low-carbon ammonia, clean hydrogen and carbon capture utilisation and storage markets. The alliance seeks to address the distribution challenges of low-carbon fuels through the application of bespoke floating offshore storage termin
  • Fujian Guohang Ocean Shipping boosts bulker orderbook with ultramax brace
    Chinese bulker owner and operator Fujian Guohang Ocean Shipping is expanding its fleet with ultramax newbuilds added to the orderbook. The Beijing Stock Exchange-listed company has returned to Jiangsu Haitong Offshore Engineering Equipment for two 63,500 dwt ships, building on the panamax bulker series it has booked for construction at the yard. Fujian Guohang Ocean ...
  • Svitzer orders tug trio from Brazilian shipyard
    Towage provider Svitzer has signed a contract with the Rio Maguari shipyard for the construction of three new tugboats which are expected to increase the company's presence in Brazil. The three vessels currently under construction are part of the 2300 Rampart Series and boast a top speed of 13 knots, an overall length of 23.2 ...
  • Blackford Dolphin rig finally on its way to India but court cases still unresolved
    After getting rid of one arrest order and submitting a providing the court with a bank guarantee in another case against the Blackford Dolphin semisub, Dolphin Drilling has finally been able to get things rolling and set the rig on its way to India. This long and very complicated case began in April when Dolphin ...
  • DryDel linked to another ultramax sale
    Hot on the heels of its first sale this year, Greek bulker player DryDel Shipping is being linked to another ultramax deal. Multiple brokers, including Clarksons, report the Costas Dellaportas-led company is shipping out the 2010 Oshima-built 61,600 dwt Luna Rossa to an undisclosed Chinese buyer in a deal worth around $20.5m. DryDel, formerly Meadway ...
  • Enauta cancels deal to buy Modec's FPSO Cidade de Santos
    Brazilian oil and gas player Enauta has decided to terminate the contract for the acquisition of the FPSO Cidade de Santos with Japanese floater expert Modec. Enauta signed a deal with Modec to buy the FPSO in December 2023 for $48.5m, with $7.275m paid on signing while the outstanding balance was supposed to be paid ...
  • Jan De Nul lines up Taiwanese wind farm contract
    Belgian marine contractor Jan De Nul has signed a preferred supplier agreement with Danish fund manager and renewable energy developer Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners to transport and install about 90 km of subsea cables at the Fengmiao 1 wind farm in Taiwan. The scope of work covers the connection of the Fengmiao 1 offshore substation to ...
  • Eidesvik PSV fixed on five-year deal as Equinor takes option
    Norwegian offshore vessel owner Eidesvik has picked up another long-term extension with compatriot energy giant Equinor exercising an option on the platform supply vessel Viking Energy. The extension which kicks in in April next year will secure employment for the vessel until the end of the first quarter of 2030, with further extension options attached. ...
  • Is shipping getting big data wrong?
    Pierre Aury returns to a familiar topic for his latest column. In this column, we will again look at these new cloud-based maritime solutions rather like I did last month. There is not one advertisement from these vendors that doesn't include a mention regarding big data. One of the vendors for example is claiming that ...
  • Cash-rich owners pay top dollar for capes in booming market
    Angelicoussis and some of the former directors of Hong Kong-based Pacific Bulk are behind the latest cape sales as spot rates in the segment surpass the $30,000 per day mark. Both Greek and Far Eastern accounts are battling for tonnage, pushing asset values very high. "The recent surge in freight rates and overall market optimism ...
  • US classifies HMM as a controlled carrier
    For more than four years, South Korea's flagship carrier has been known officially as HMM, a rebrand that seemingly has been lost on regulators in Washington. The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) in the US yesterday classified HMM - which it called by its old name, Hyundai Merchant Marine - as a controlled carrier. Controlled carriers ...
  • Hapag-Lloyd unveils Hanseatic Global Terminals
    Hapag-Lloyd's terminal and infrastructure division has been rebranded Hanseatic Global Terminals. Based in Rotterdam, Hanseatic Global Terminals will manage and consolidate terminal and infrastructure investments across 20 terminals in 11 countries. "Hanseatic Global Terminals strongly supports our commitment to quality, efficiency and sustainability," said Dheeraj Bhatia, CEO of Hanseatic Global
  • Maritime Partners buys hydrogen generation tech firm
    Maritime Partners, an American provider of maritime financing solutions primarily focused on Jones Act vessels, has completed the acquisition of e1 Marine, a pioneer in hydrogen generation technology for the marine sector. e1 Marine provides clean energy technologies, including advanced methanol-to-hydrogen generation products. "This acquisition marks a significant milestone in Maritime Partners'

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JULY 2, 2024
  • Stehle to leave UHL and rejoin forwarder deugro as CCO
    After navigating the 2019 implosion of Zeamarine and the tumultuous pandemic spillover market with MPV carrier UHL, Stehle will rejoin the project forwarding side of the breakbulk shipping segment as chief commercial officer of the Swiss forwarder deugro.
  • Domestic intermodal volume up in Q2, but not likely to show in provider revenues
    Market conditions appear more favorable toward carriers today compared with 12 months ago, but the pendulum is close to a balanced domestic intermodal market heading into the back half of 2024.
  • Public needs more sober view of supply chain than 'mass hysteria' portrayal
    Supply chain management is about competitive advantage, and the industry deserves to be better understood than the "freight ignorance" portrayal that is too common today, writes Ted Prince.
  • Crackdown on e-commerce may dampen booming global air freight: IATA
    Regulators in the US and Europe are placing online shopping marketplaces under increasing scrutiny as huge volumes of e-commerce packages, imported mainly from China, fill aircraft on trade lanes out of Asia.

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TradeWinds web site
JULY 2, 2024
  • Sire 2.0: New tanker vetting regime going live in September, OCIMF says
    Oil companies' organisation puts shipowners on notice
  • Greek and Chinese tankers open up new suezmax trade from Russia to US West coast
    Tankers observed taking two-month journey from Novorossiysk to California
  • Dawn of new era: Euronav renaming turns page after a volatile chapter
    The Saverys' US and Brussel-listed company will be renamed from 1 October
  • World's first tanker powered by liquid hydrogen wins design approval
    Japanese class society working with Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding on prototype
  • Deutsche Bank keeps one foot in shipping research after exit of star analyst Amit Mehrotra
    However, doubts remain about the breadth of maritime research expected from specialist Chris Robertson
  • Jinhui Shipping steps up capesize expansion with secondhand deal
    Chinese bulker owner made its first entry into the capesize segment earlier this year
  • Billionaire Gianluigi Aponte now controls one-fifth of global container ship fleet
    Swiss-Italian carrier's fleet will match that of Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd combined
  • Alternative fuel ordering drops as owners hedge with 'ready status' designs
    Clarksons says shipping's 2024 global greenhouse gas emissions set to top pandemic start levels
  • Consort Bunkers orders four tankers at Cosco to widen methanol push
    Singapore owner teaming up with compatriots to push forward low-carbon bunkering
  • Evalend Shipping takes tanker newbuilding drive over $1bn with four-ship swoop
    Greek shipowner has ordered quartet at a cost of $194m
  • HMM added to US regulator's 'controlled carrier' list due to state control
    South Korean owner now subject to certain oversights by Federal Maritime Commission
  • Titanic shipbuilder Harland & Wolff shares suspended as auditors battle with 'complex' accounts
    UK shipbuilder missed deadline for delayed 2023 annual report
  • Shipbroker and owner join forces for ambitious software project in Turkey's Silicon Valley
    Hands-on owner Canbaz Group backs rare digital offering out of the Bosphorus
  • Asyad Shipping doubles up on VLCC deal with Hanwha Ocean
    Omani owner secures 2026 berths
  • Tsakos Energy product tanker newbuilding splash split between two Chinese shipyards
    New Times is said to have won a deal for up to four product carriers and Yangzijiang a single vessel
  • Master goes missing ahead of Iranian VLCC crude transfer trial
    Whereabouts of captain are not known following seizure of tanker last July
  • Wilhelmsen eyes cross-sector ship management growth with new Chinese venture
    Cooperation focuses on tankers, gas, car carriers and cruise sectors
  • Constantin Baack on 10-ship deal: 'There will be more of these opportunities'
    Mispricing in boxship markets presents attractive investments
  • MOL claims sustainable lease financing first for newbuilding chemical tanker
    Japanese group signs deal with green targets under operating lease
  • MSC to mop up remaining Gram Car Carriers shares as it pushes through $700m takeover
    Gianluigi Aponte company wins over most shareholders after small extension to offer
  • 'Cinderellas' of container shipping market cash in as asset prices soar
    A massive jump in secondhand values tempts owners of smaller boxships to cash in
  • Avenir LNG linked to Vitol on charter deal for latest newbuilding
    Shipowner also has a second LNGBV to play with
  • Calls for more Red Sea protection 'unsuccessful', says Maersk CEO Clerc
    Danish giant also drops out of bidding for logistics giant DB Schenker, saying timing is not right
  • Wellard banks strong $12m from 30-year-old livestock carrier sale into Israel
    Australian owner down to one vessel after agreeing to sell the Ocean Ute

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American Shipper web site
JULY 2, 2024
  • Turkish Airlines orders four 777 cargo jets from Boeing
    The cargo division of Turkish Airlines has agreed to buy four 777 freighters from Boeing.
  • DHL selects Northern Air Cargo to operate western US service loop
    Northern Air Cargo has joined the DHL Express air network as a partial replacement for Mesa Airlines.
  • Kuehne+Nagel moves into new cargo facility at Birmingham airport
    Birmingham airport in Alabama has opened its first cargo facility and is leasing it to logistics provider Kuehne+Nagel.

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The liner shipping industry contributes substantially to the U.S. economy.
Washington
This is highlighted by an analysis carried out by S&P Global Market Intelligence on behalf of WSC and PMSA
Toll worsens from explosion in Iranian port of Shahid Rajaee
Tehran
It caused 46 deaths and injured over 1,200 people
Tender for concession of container terminal at Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk to be announced by mid-year
Kiev
The management will include the general cargo terminal
CEVA Logistics (CMA CGM group) will buy the Turkish Borusan Lojistik
Istanbul/Marseille
Wärtsilä's first quarter is positive
Helsinki
New orders value growth slows
ESPO: The EU Parliament's Budget Committee's request for more funding for transport, energy and infrastructure is welcome
Brussels
The importance of financing TEN-T networks to enable their adaptation for both military and civilian dual-use purposes was highlighted
Solidarity contribution for the families of port workers who are victims of accidents at work
Rome
It was established by the National Bilateral Port Authority
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore Division Reports Record Quarterly Revenue
Neuilly-sur-Seine
New historical peak also for the classified fleet
PSA reportedly considering selling its 20% stake in Hutchison Ports
Singapore
This is according to "Reuters", which had already floated this hypothesis at the end of 2022
Federagenti, Italy must give a sharp acceleration to the projects of ZES, free zones and Special Logistics Zones
Rome
Pessina: There is no space for reflections prey to bureaucracy
In the first quarter of this year, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -5.8%.
Rotterdam
Both disembarkation (-3.1%) and embarkation (-11.9%) loads are decreasing
Increase in container cargo is not enough for the port of Antwerp-Bruges to avoid a -4.0% decline in quarterly traffic
Antwerp
The decline in liquid bulk cargoes worsened (-19.1%)
The China Shipowners' Association considers the measures taken by the US against Chinese ships a typical example of unilateralism and protectionism
Beijing/Washington
The WSC reiterates that such measures could undermine American trade, harm U.S. manufacturers, and undermine efforts to strengthen the nation's maritime industry.
COSCO Expresses Strong Opposition to US Planned Taxes on Chinese Ships
Growing share of new entrants in European rail transport sector
Madrid
In 2023, rail freight transport performance decreased by -8%
New Chinese Ship Taxes That Will Only Raise Prices for Americans
Washington
The executive vice president of the US Chamber of Commerce denounced it
Tax amounts set for China-linked vessels arriving at US ports
Washington
Calculated on the basis of net capacity or container volume, they will be applied from October and will be progressively increased
International tender launched to award concession for new Casablanca port shipyard
Casablanca
It is the largest in Africa and has been unused since 2019
Federlogistica, the industry must stop approaching logistics only in terms of costs
Genoa
Falteri: a national control room composed of representatives of the logistics sector and industrial groups is necessary
ABB closes positive first quarter even if revenue growth is lower than expected
Zurich
Wierod: Our consolidated local-for-local approach protects us from the trade war
New global minimum wage deal for seafarers
Geneva
The level will rise to $690 from January 1, 2026 to reach $704 from 2027 and $715 from 2028.
Global trade in goods could fall by -1.5% this year
Geneva
WTO predicts. Okonjo-Iweala: Persistent uncertainty threatens to slow global growth, with serious negative consequences for the world
In 2023, around two-thirds of all goods moved in the EU were transported by sea.
Luxembourg
In the period 2013-2023, only the share of road transport increased, while that of other modes decreased.
Postal shipments of goods from Hong Kong to the US suspended
Hong Kong
Hongkong Post faces exorbitant and unreasonable tariffs due to unjustified and intimidating actions of the United States
Confitarma highlights the need for the decarbonisation strategy not to penalise shipping compared to other modes
Rome
Zanetti: also ensure that the implementation process takes into account the operational needs of the industry
Intercargo and Intertanko raise concerns over shipping decarbonisation deal
London
The complexity of the measure adopted by the IMO and the unusual procedure from which non-governmental organizations were excluded were highlighted
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
London
Sharp increase in incidents in the Singapore Straits
Interferry welcomes IMO agreement on decarbonisation of shipping, but finds strategy too complex
Victoria/Piraeus
Greek Shipowners' Association disappointed by failure to recognise essential role of transition fuels such as LNG
International Labour Organization Recognizes Seafarers as Key Workers
London
ITF and ICS: a historic moment
CMA CGM to acquire 35% of Egypt's October Dry Port
Cairo
The company operates a dry port in the industrial and logistics zone near Cairo
MSC Group's TiL to Take Full Control of Hutchison Ports Terminals
New York
Bloomberg reports this, specifying that the Panamanian terminals would be jointly managed with BlackRock
Draft regulation on decarbonisation of shipping approved by MEPC includes mandatory fuel standard and pricing of greenhouse gas emissions
London/Washington/Brussels
The establishment of a Fund to collect resources deriving from the pricing of emissions is foreseen
Task force of five associations for the relaunch of Italian rail cargo
Rome
Initiative by Agens, Assoferr, Assologistica, Fercargo and Fermerci
MIT indicates Matteo Paroli as new president of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Rome/La Spezia
The La Spezia port community also requests a name for the Eastern Liguria Port Authority
Le Aziende informano
Il retrofit ibrido-elettrico di ABB guida i traghetti dei laghi italiani verso un futuro più sostenibile
Confitarma underlines the importance of the shipping decarbonisation strategy being defined at IMO
Rome
The Italian Confederation specifies that it shares some of the USA's concerns
WSC Reiterates Trump's Measures for National Maritime Industry Are Bad for U.S. Economy
Washington
Kramek: Ready to support the administration with constructive proposals
Fincantieri and Accenture establish joint venture Fincantieri Ingenium
Trieste/Milan
The aim is to drive the digital transformation of the ship product and port logistics
Meyer Werft has delivered the new luxury cruise ship Asuka III to NYK Cruises
Papenburg/Emden
It has a capacity of 744 passengers and 470 crew members
As Trump formalizes measures to revitalize America's maritime industry, the nation's ports face a dramatic decline in traffic
Washington/Geneva
Okonjo-Iweala (WTO): With the escalation of trade tensions between the US and China, the exchange of goods between the two economies could decrease up to 80%
CK Hutchison denies allegations of breach of concession contract for Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa
Panama
Panama Ports Company emphasizes that it has complied with all legal obligations and contractual commitments
US Does Not Participate in IMO Negotiations on Shipping Decarbonization, Threatens Reciprocal Measures
London
Expressed opposition to any attempt to impose economic measures on ships based on greenhouse gas emissions or fuel choice
T&E urges MEPC to agree clear and ambitious measures to decarbonise shipping
Brussels
It is necessary - the association underlines - to set binding objectives
Meyer Yachts will build an ultra-luxury residential mega yacht for Ulyssia Residences
Miami
The ship will be 320 meters long and will be built at the Papenburg shipyard
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Helsinki/Naples
Order at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Weihai)
Viking orders two cruise ships from Fincantieri with option for two additional units
Los Angeles/Trieste
The two ships under construction in Ancona for the American brand will be the first in the world to be powered by hydrogen stored on board
Antonio Ranieri is the new maritime director of Liguria
Genoa
He takes over from Admiral Piero Pellizzari who was discharged from the service upon reaching the age limit
In the first quarter of 2025, China's CIMC recorded a 12.7% increase in container sales
Hong Kong
Revenues grew by +11.0%
Last year, the revenues of the Chinese group CMPort increased by +3.1%
Hong Kong
In the first three months of 2025, port terminals handled 36.4 million containers (+5.6%)
The financial statements of the AdSP of Western Liguria and the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea have been approved
Genoa/Civitavecchia
Konecranes revenues increased by +7.7% in the first three months of 2025
Helsinki
343 million euros of new orders for port vehicles (+37.5%)
Kuehne+Nagel posts first quarter of growth
Schindellegi
The logistics group's net sales amounted to 6.33 billion Swiss francs (+14.9%)
Application by TDT (Grimaldi group) for the construction and management of 50% of the Terminal Darsena Europa in Livorno
Leghorn
The company has requested an extension of the duration of the current concession
In 2024, 58 million invested in the modernization of the ports of Livorno, Piombino and the island of Elba
Leghorn
The final budget and the annual report of the AdSP have been approved
EIB advice to strengthen climate resilience of the ports of Volos, Alexandroupolis and Patras
Luxembourg
It will assist port authorities in identifying and managing climate risks
In the first quarter the port of Valencia handled 1.3 million containers (+3.4%)
Valencia
Transhipment traffic decline
The Management Committee of the Central Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has unanimously approved the 2024 financial statement
Naples
SOS LOGistica will acquire the qualification of Third Sector Entity
Milan
The association currently has 74 members
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Barcelona and Algeciras decreased
Barcelona/Algeciras
Hupac transfers intermodal service with Padua to Novara
Noise
Until now the other terminal was the one in Busto Arsizio
PSA SECH has operated the first 400-meter train at Parco Ferroviario Rugna
Genoa
Capacity up to 20 pairs of trains per day
The 2024 financial statement of the Eastern Liguria Port Authority was unanimously approved
The Spice
The war clearance preparatory to the expansion of the Ravano Terminal in La Spezia is nearing completion
The Spice
The AdSP has invested over 600 thousand euros in it
Francesco Rizzo appointed president of the AdSP of the Strait
Rome
He has repeatedly denounced the uselessness of the construction of the bridge over the Strait
US aircraft attack Yemeni port of Ras Isa
Tampa/Beirut
38 dead and over a hundred injured
In 2025 Stazioni Marittime predicts an increase in ferry and cruise traffic in the port of Genoa
MIT Mobility Report Highlights Rising Demand for Both Passengers and Freight
Rome
In the first quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports decreased by -5.6%
St. Petersburg
Both dry goods (-5.3%) and liquid bulk (-5.8%) are decreasing
Andrea Giachero confirmed as president of Spediporto
Genoa
The board of directors of the association of Genoese freight forwarders has also been renewed for the three-year period 2025-2028
Study for monitoring vehicular traffic in the ports of Venice and Chioggia
Milan
Order awarded to Circle and Arelogik
In Italy, the rail freight transport sector is in deep trouble
Geneva
Fermerci calls for making traffic incentives structural and increasing and for refinancing the incentive for the purchase of locomotives and wagons
Global Maritime Forum report on optimising ship calls to reduce emissions
Copenhagen
Virtual arrival and just-in-time arrival approaches proposed
In the first quarter of this year, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +15.5%
Joy Taurus
Construction of the "Dockworker’s House" has begun
GNV has taken delivery of the second of four new ro-pax vessels in China
Genoa
"GNV Orion" will be able to accommodate 1,700 passengers and transport up to 3,080 linear metres of cargo
After ten quarters of decline, container traffic in the port of Hong Kong returns to growth
Hong Kong
In the first three months of this year 3.39 million TEUs were handled (+2.1%)
Fincantieri acquires stake in WSense
Rome
The ninth FREMM unit "Spartaco Schergat" delivered to the Italian Navy
The new edition of the Practical Manual of Maritime Traffic has been presented
Genoa
Written by Assagenti, it turns fifty
Container traffic at the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles increased by 26.6% and 5.2% in the first quarter
Long Beach/Los Angeles
Trump's tariffs impact imminent
In the first three months of 2025, the port of Singapore handled 10.5 million containers (+5.8%)
Singapore
In weight, containerized traffic recorded a decrease of -1.4%
Regulations signed for LNG bunkering at Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa
Genoa
Define the methods of transferring fuel from ship to ship
Historic shipbuilding brands Uljanik and 3.Maj on the verge of extinction
Zagreb
The State confirms its intention to sell the shipbuilding activities at the two sites of Pula and Rijeka
Cambiaso Risso has completed the acquisition of the French Somecassur
Genoa
The transalpine company specializes in the insurance of super and mega yachts
New weekly train service between the port of Gioia Tauro and Verona
Joy Taurus/Verona
Operated by Medlog for the transport of refrigerated goods
EBRD looking for strategic partner for development of Moldovan river port of Giurgiulesti
London
International competition launched
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Turkish ports set new first-quarter cargo traffic record
Ankara
Historic peak of cargo imported from abroad
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +37.6%
Taranto
Increase of 854 thousand tons of solid bulk and 265 thousand tons of conventional goods
DEME buys Havfram, a company that installs offshore wind farms
Second Right/Washington
Transaction worth approximately 900 million euros
Rail transport of convoys for Rome Metro started from Reggio Calabria
Rome
Contract awarded by Hitachi Rail to Mercitalia Rail
In 2024, the volumes handled by Magli Intermodal Service decreased by -2%
Rezzato
Turnover stable
Yang Ming records first decline in turnover in March after 14 months of growth
Keelung/Taipei
Evergreen and WHL revenue growth continues
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of Germany's Schenker by Denmark's DSV
Brussels
The impact on competition in the markets in which the two companies operate is considered limited
Fincantieri - Kayo Agreement to Promote the Development of the Shipbuilding and Naval Industry in Albania
Trieste
Possible creation of a hub for shipbuilding and refitting in the region
Recent slight reduction in logistics costs for new factory vehicles
Brussels
Montaresi (AdSP Liguria Orientale) awarded with the "Port Oscar"
Miami
The event has reached its eighteenth edition
In the first three months of 2025, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +9.3%
Hong Kong
Revenues up +16.8%
The AdSP of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas wins in appeal against Zen Yacht
Joy Taurus
Company ordered to pay back rent
A large shipment of cocaine was seized in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
Two tons of drugs identified by Customs and Financial Police personnel
Navantia renews agreement with American cruise group Royal Caribbean
Miami
To date, the Cadiz shipyard has carried out maintenance, repair and refurbishment work on 45 of the group's ships.
Record cruise traffic expected in Italian ports this year
Miami
Cemar believes that growth will not stop even in 2026
HII-HHI Agreement to Accelerate US and South Korean Naval Production
National Harbor
The aim is to strengthen the naval industrial base of the two nations.
Panama Ports Company Accused of Violating Terms of Concession Agreement
Panama
Panama's Auditor General announced the filing of criminal charges
Colombo West International Terminal has become operational
Ahmedabad
It has a traffic capacity of 3.2 million TEUs
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
The new multifunctional border control structure PCF - PED/PDI Point completed in the port of Gioia Tauro
Joy Taurus
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
MSC Group's new cruise terminal inaugurated in Miami
Miami
It can accommodate three large ships at the same time
In February, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +2.1%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo increases, miscellaneous cargo declines
In 2024, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane recorded a net loss of -208 million euros
Rome
Revenues up by +11.7%. The group's freight transported increased thanks to the acquisition of Exploris
Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
Conference to celebrate the centenary of the company
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
VARD to build offshore dive vessel for Dong Fang Offshore
Alesund/Trieste
The contract is worth 113.5 million euros
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
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
It will take place at the headquarters of the Port Authority of Genoa
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Next week Italian ports will participate in Seatrade Cruise Global
Rome
Initiative brand: "CruiseItaly - One Country, Many Destinations"
MSC Group Cruise Terminal Officially Inaugurated in the Port of Barcelona
Barcelona
In 2027 it will be equipped with a cold ironing plant
Marcegaglia and Nova Marine Carriers form NovaMar Logistic joint venture
Lugano/Gazoldo of the Ippoliti
A general cargo ship will transport raw materials to the steel group's plants
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Introduced most of the innovative technologies currently available
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
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