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November 4, 2024

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Exim India web site
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
  • CONCOR's volume and profit up in Q2
  • Softlink Global strengthens regional presence with bigger Chennai space
  • CBDT notifies tolerance range for transfer pricing for AY 2024-25
  • Revised tariff structure at Kattupalli
  • JNPA and EIL ink MoU for Vadhvan Port and other projects
  • Rubber Board proposes Rs 5,000 fee to provide NOC for imports
  • Hot-rolled flat product imports from India, 3 others subject to registration: EU
  • Shanghai to handle record cargo volumes this year
  • Strong increase in US retail inventories; retailers moving in products earlier due to the early onset of the peak season
  • 'The target of 10 million tonnes of air cargo by 2030 is an ambitious but attainable goal, provided that several critical enablers are put in place'
  • Allcargo Terminals records strong revenue and profitability growth
  • To all Stakeholders in the EXIM Trade, particularly Importers, Exporters, CSLA, and their Members
  • CONCOR launches facilitative services
  • Maersk enters into long-term bio-methanol offtake agreement
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (1 Nov. 2024)

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International Transport Journal web site
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
  • Augmenting in Alberta
  • International Transport Journal under new ownership
  • Kiwi Rail trials Stadler's hi-tech DM
  • Fuelling HGV's with bio-LNG
  • Rates rise further
  • A cross-continental delivery network
  • TGP picks global chartering manager
  • Integrating solar and shore power systems
  • Priority product for time-sensitive shipments
  • Railfreight slows down
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • In the midst of Milan
  • Cooperating for eco-friendly deliveries
  • Driving growth in air and ocean freight

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The Loadstar web site
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
  • Canada's west coast port employers lock out ILWU Local workers after strike announcement
  • DFDS pulls out of €500m Ekol takeover bid
  • Only just underway: Dkr11k M�rsk's confidence rebuild
  • 'Desperate' GRIs by carriers prop up Asia-Europe spot rates, for now
  • Forwarders warn shippers to expect a second ILA-USMX work stoppage
  • Airfreight rates ex-Asia still rising, but 'no drama' in a better prepared market
  • US lines: Shipping US freight forwarding jobs overseas
  • UK regulator delays GXO's Wincanton takeover, due to 'competition concerns'
  • Air cargo capacity squeeze could linger 'until the end of the decade'
  • IPO brings in HK$491m for TS Lines to finance network expansion
  • Cyber attack on tech provider blacks out live tracking for UK retail deliveries
  • Neoline blows in as 'a different type of shipowner and operator'
  • Bjørnar Bukholm returns to Wallenius Wilhelmsen as CFO

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Marine Log web site
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
  • Blakely BoatWorks delivers new pushboat M/V Claire Ellen
    Cooper Group member Blakeley BoatWorks, in Mobile, Ala., reports that it has completed and delivered its Hull 107, M/V Claire Ellen, to Cooper Marine's Louisiana operations. Designed by Newcastle, Me., naval architect
  • GIT Coatings first with new LR antifouling type approval
    Canadian graphene coating specialist GIT Coatings has become the first company to receive a new Lloyd's Register (LR) type approval, its "Enhanced Antifouling Type Approval" LR is the first classification society to
  • Mexican ship manager Gremex fined $1.75M in pollution case
    Tampico, Mexico-headquartered ship manager Gremex Shipping was fined $1.75 million and put on probation Oct. 30 after pleading guilty in federal district court in Pensacola, Fla., to a felony violation of the
  • VIDEO: Artemis introduces new EF-12 Escape luxury water taxi
    Saying that it has "embraced the challenge of decarbonizing the luxury travel sector," Artemis Technologies has added a high-end water taxi, the EF-12 Escape, to its expanding range of electric foiling vessels.
  • St. Johns Ship Building to build two stop-log barges
    Americraft Marine's St. Johns Ship Building subsidiary in Palatka, Fla., reports that it has been awarded a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to construct two 140 x 32 x 7 foot

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Container News web site
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
  • Port of Melbourne increases box throughput in September
    In September 2024, Port of Melbourne's total container throughput rose compared to September 2023, reaching 284,000 TEUs. Full container imports (excluding Bass Strait) saw a growth over the previous year, with furniture, domestic appliances, and paperboard all showing higher volumes. Similarly, full container exports (excluding Bass Strait) also increased from the prior year, with notable figure
  • CentrePort appoints new Board member
    Chairman Lachie Johnstone announced the appointment of Andrew Barlass to the Board of CentrePort Wellington. Johnstone believes Barlass will enhance the board's capabilities with his extensive experience in corporate finance and infrastructure funds management. "Andrew joins us with positive governance experience both in New Zealand and abroad. He is currently Chair of EA Networks, a Director of
  • Market Shifts in Container Shipping: Weekly Stock Performance Highlights
    This week saw notable stock price shifts among major container shipping companies, reflecting a mix of market resilience and investor caution. From slight declines in Asia's SITC International Holdings and COSCO SHIPPING Holdings to notable rebounds for European giant Hapag-Lloyd and Taiwan's Evergreen Marine Corp, the week ending November 1 highlights the varied responses within the sector amid
  • Premier Alliance sets one-year leave notice period
    The agreement for the launch of the Premier Alliance, which includes HMM, Ocean Network Express (ONE), and Yang Ming, has been filed with the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC). This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • Port of Riga companies embrace green energy for sustainable growth
    WT Terminal, an active company within the Port of Riga, recently launched a solar panel park to partially meet its electricity needs with renewable energy. Located on the Latvian terminal's warehouse roof, this solar park includes 480 panels with a capacity of 220.8 kW. Initiated in 2023 with ALTUM support and financing from Citadele Bank, the project aims to reduce energy costs and mitigate mark
  • APM Terminals Strategic Outposts in High-Risk Zones (maps+infographics)
    In the shadowy realms of global trade, ports are not just junctures of economic activity but pivotal arenas where geopolitics converges with commerce. This rings particularly true for APM Terminals, a leading port operator with facilities in some of the world's most volatile regions. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, ple
  • Port of New Orleans welcomes new President and CEO
    The Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) has appointed global maritime expert Beth Ann Branch as President and Chief Executive Officer of Port NOLA and CEO of the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad (NOPB), effective 1 December 2024. Branch, a highly regarded commercial strategist with over 20 years of experience in transportation and logistics, succeeds Ronald Wendel Jr., w
  • Guam Port Authority approves bid to replace aging gantry cranes
    In a significant development for the Port Authority of Guam, the Board of Directors has passed Resolution No. 2024-16, approving a multi-phase bidding process to replace the Port's outdated gantry cranes. According to the GUAM DOD MASTER PLAN, the Port's aging cranes-purchased second-hand in 2009 and now over 40 years old-are a significant concern, presenting risks to both commercial and military
  • Port Kembla launches new pilot ladder training facility
    The Port Authority of NSW has launched a state-of-the-art pilot ladder training facility at Port Kembla, designed to enable maritime professionals and trainees to safely practice climbing ladders on the side of a moving vessel. Developed in collaboration with Avcon Projects, the custom-built facility features a full nine-meter ladder suspended over shipping containers and includes a step-off plat
  • Maximize Engagement and Leads with Weekly Trading Competitions: A Guide Lynx Prop Trading Firm
    If you are ready to take your prop trading firm to the next level, you are in the right place. Weekly trading competitions may prove to be a great feature since they serve the purpose of engagement, lead generation, and branding. The Lynx Prop Trading Platform makes it very simple to host these competitions, and traders and firms benefit equally. So, in this guide, let's focus on weekly trading c
  • Container lines refresh Middle East/Indian Subcontinent service network
    Box lines have announced several changes in their services covering the Middle East/Indian Subcontinent region, according to DynaLiners' latest report. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • Akkon Lines strengthens Far East service
    Turkish liner operator Akkon Lines has added the Saudi Arabia Red Sea port of Jeddah to the rotation of its Far East Service (FES), according to DynaLiners. With the addition of the Jeddah port, the new rotation reflects Qingdao (China) - Taicang (China) - Ningbo (China) - Guangzhou, Nansha (China) - Aliaga (Turkey) - Gemlik (Turkey) - Gebze (Turkey) - Istanbul, Ambarli (Turkey) - Jeddah (Saudi A
  • Yang Ming extends charters on Seaspan ships by six years
    Taiwanese mainline operator Yang Ming Marine Transport has extended the charters on 15 Seapsan Corporation-owned 14,000 TEU ships by six years. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! Martina Li Asia Correspondent If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
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  • Cavotec secures US$7 million in shore power contracts
    Cavotec has secured two significant contracts, totalling US$7 million, to supply its advanced PowerMove shore power systems to two major Mediterranean ports. These systems are designed to enable cruise ships and RoRo vessels to connect to shore power, effectively reducing emissions and supporting more eco-friendly port operations. The first contract includes several PowerMove mobile cable managem
  • CMA CGM announces fresh America rates
    French box line CMA CGM has notified its customers that, effective 1 December, a Rate Restoration Initiative (RRI) will be implemented as follows: The RRI will apply to shipments from the West Coast of South America to the US East Coast and US Gulf, covering all types of cargo. The rate adjustment will be set at US$250 per container. CMA CGM also informed its customers that, effective 1 December
  • Hapag-Lloyd changes German port of call on IOS
    German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd has announced changes in its Indian Ocean Service (IOS), which will temporarily call at Wilhelmshaven instead of Hamburg to avoid the current congestion at Hamburg Container Terminal Altenwerder (CTA). Effective from 15 November, the new temporary rotation for the IOS will be as follows: Jebel Ali (UAE) - Karachi (Pakistan) - Nhava Sheva (India) - Mundra (India
  • CMA CGM increases FAK rates from Asia to Med & North Africa
    Marseille-based container line will update Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates from 15 November 2024 (based on the loading date at origin ports) until further notice. The fresh FAK rates from all major ports in Asia to the Mediterranean and North Africa will be as follows: 20' 40'/40'HC WEST MED (in USD) 3,800 5,700 ADRIATIC (in USD) 4,0500 5,900 EAST MED (in USD) 3,900 5,800 BLACK SEA (in USD) 4,000 5
  • Asian Port Cities on Upswing, Outpacing European Counterparts
    Significant changes have unfolded since the last publication of the Leading Maritime Cities (LMC) report. Global tensions have echoed across the maritime sector, markedly influencing the recent trends. Notable events, including the Ukraine conflict, territorial disputes in the South China Sea, and ongoing unrest in the Red Sea, have created a multifaceted geopolitical environment that affects mar

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Splash web site
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
  • RWE gets final clearance to build Denmark's largest offshore wind farm
    The Danish Energy Agency has granted German utility RWE the offshore construction permit for the Thor offshore wind farm, Denmark's largest to date. RWE now has all permits in place to start offshore construction work in spring 2025. With a planned capacity of more than 1,000MW, Thor will be able to produce enough green electricity ...
  • New Jiangzhou Shipyard seals debut ethylene carrier order
    China's Jiangxi New Jiangzhou Shipbuilding Heavy Industry has entered the gas carrier shipbuilding segment in a deal with a domestic owner. The restructured builder, formerly known as Jiangzhou Union Shipbuilding, has been contracted by gas shipowner Shenzhen Haihong Shipping for a single 7,000 cu m ethylene carrier. The builder, which has seen several orders coming ...
  • Famous VLCC changes hands for an eighth time
    A tanker with a colourful past has changed hands for the eighth time in its 18-year history and the second time this year. Piraeus-based Cavalli Marine has bought the Chinese-built Yale from Turkey's Varan Maritime and renamed the vessel Alter Ego. No price has been revealed with online portal VesselsValue suggesting the vintage tanker has ...
  • New leadership unveiled at Esvagt
    Danish offshore shipping player Esvagt has named Kristian Jakobsen and Søren Karas to jointly head up the company as chief executive Peter Lytzen retires from the role. Jakobsen has been promoted from the deputy CEO role he has held since 2018, while Karas steps up from the position of chief strategy and commercial officer after ...
  • Kotug wins work on BP's project off Mauritania and Senegal
    Offshore towage specialist Kotug International and its partner Maritalia have been selected by energy major BP to provide marine services to the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) project. The contract is a long-term fixed contract, with extension options, to provide marine services to one of Africa's deepest subsea developments located on the maritime border between Mauritania ...
  • Canada faces port strikes on east and west coasts
    Canada is facing the real threat of strikes on both its west and east coasts. Employers at British Columbia's ports say they have received 72-hour strike notice from the union representing about 700 foremen in an ongoing labour dispute. The B.C. Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA) said yesterday that if the International Longshore and Warehouse Union ...
  • Deep Wind Offshore to build two wind farms off Chile
    Norwegian developer Deep Wind Offshore has applied for an area lease for one floating and one bottom-fixed offshore wind farm off Chile. The company said that it had been actively exploring the Latin American offshore wind market for more than two years. The Chilean government has set a target of 60% of the nation's electricity ...
  • Expansion plans laid out for HD Hyundai Vietnam Shipbuilding
    HD Hyundai Vietnam Shipbuilding will expand capacity to build 15 ships a year up from the current maximum of 12 with the company's Korean parent revealing plans to potentially expand further to 23 ships a year by 2030. The Vietnamese subsidiary of the Hyundai Heavy shipbuilding conglomerate is the largest, most advanced shipyard in Vietnam, ...
  • European Space Agency leads port call optimisation project
    The European Space Agency (ESA) has initiated a new project, Decarbonization through the Digitalization in Shipping (DECARDIS), together with optimisation platform company Awake.AI, tech firm ABB and shipping company Wallenius Marine. The consortium, funded by ESA and led by Awake.AI, will collaborate on a port call optimisation solution, which focuses on helping ships cut greenhouse ...
  • Steps and missteps in automating container terminals
    Kris Kosmala writes for Splash today on a topic he's regularly asked about. Introducing robotics in container terminals gives rise to emotions, questions, and sometime violent resistance from employees fearing either reduction in their work or a complete loss of employment. Though in reality, automation will progress and it will greatly affect how we operate ...

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Lloyd's List web site
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
  • Daily Briefing
    Shipping likely to benefit from Middle East status quo, barring Trump election | France shouldn't tax CMA CGM unfairly |...
  • More than a blip? Asia-Europe box rates rally for second week in a row
    One theory is that carriers are trying to prop up European spot rates to bolster their hand in annual contract...
  • Has shipping really moved from laggard to leader?
    Lloyd's List editor-in-chief Richard Meade takes you into the heart of the Global Maritime Forum in Tokyo to find out...
  • Wärtsilä puts its money where its mouth is with new Royal Caribbean deal
    The Finnish company will reap rewards if it can make Royal Caribbean ships more efficient, but will also take a...
  • France shouldn't tax CMA CGM unfairly
    Asking the boxship giant to pay its way is one thing. Singling it out for a fiscal punishment beating is...
  • Container shipping to stay volatile into 2025
    Market trends seen in 2024 are set to continue into 2025 with no Red Sea reopening, while the threat of...
  • Two seafarers killed in cargoship fire
    The vessel is stationary at Kartal anchorage, near Istanbul, after the harbour master and public prosecutor cancelled its permission to...
  • Canada's west coast ports heading for disruption
    British Columbia Maritime Employers Association will lock out ILWU Local 514 members from Monday, November 4 if the union goes...
  • Costamare adds three bulkers as revenues soar
    Costamare has recently clinched new charters for seven of its boxships against a background of full employment in the container...
  • Shipowners' Club acquires Waterborne
    Shipowners' plans to use Lloyd's MGA to offer hull policies to P&I clients
  • Typhoon Kong-rey disrupts Chinese ports, adds to ship delays
    Disruption comes as global port congestion already ticked up last week, with ships severely delayed at Vietnam and the Philippines...
  • MOL upgrades full-year profit forecast
    The dry bulk sectors could face pressure as MOL predicts a temporary decline in capesize rates early next year because...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
  • BC container ports ready to lock out longshore foremen after strike vote
    Vancouver, Canada's busiest container port, faces the possibility of a shutdown unless maritime employers and longshore foremen reach a new contract before a Monday deadline.
  • Ro/ro operators bank on recovery in 'high-and-heavy' market
    Asian exports and growth in construction and mining demand are expected to prop up ro/ro volumes, two major vessel operators say.
  • Network realignment shines light on hub-focused product vs. direct calls
    If the question is solely on the risk related to being delayed in each port, the Gemini network ought to, statistically, have a slightly higher core reliability than Mediterranean Shipping Co. when the need for shuttles is taken into account, writes analyst Lars Jensen.
  • Smaller US LTL carriers increasingly merging in 'sink or swim' market
    Those companies are combining to get the terminals, talent and technology they need to compete as larger carriers increasingly seek business in their markets.
  • Gemini faces 13-week phase-in before 90% reliability promise is tested: Clerc
    The new network will have a grace period for about three months as the first full port rotations are completed but must then quickly prove it can raise on-time performance to the promised levels, says Maersk's CEO.

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TradeWinds web site
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
  • US investment firm reveals first stake in Nordic American Tankers
    Dimensional Fund Advisors has been a familiar player in shipping stocks
  • Wavelength podcast: Halloween is over so what's spooking car carrier investors?
    Plus: Why Scorpio Tankers has invested in a VLCC company, and FuelEU edges closer
  • 'Spectre of tariffs' and strikes loom for container trades as US heads for election day
    Liner bosses weigh in on the debate over potential tariffs and renewed ports strikes
  • Bad news in abundance as crude tankers search for fourth-quarter upswing
    Rates have crashed in recent days as vessels seek work
  • XO Shipping founder Kim Pihl hands over reins but plans to stick around
    New CEO of Danish bulker operator will be former Maersk and Monjasa executive Sinan Utlu
  • Dynacom named as owner behind suezmax tanker quartet at Samsung Heavy Industries
    But ships look set to be built elsewhere
  • False records and oily waste lands bulker manager with US fine
    US says company attempted to hide illegal pumping
  • Costamare reveals more buys of larger bulkers amid solid third-quarter profit
    US-listed owner announces purchasing three vessels from northern European rivals while divesting older ones
  • Israeli explosives-laden ship finally manages to unload after three-month perambulation
    German cargo ship Kathrin manages to unload cargo in Egypt
  • TOWT marks first transatlantic commercial voyage with cargo sailing ship naming
    Construction for French company's third vessel kicks off in Vietnam as fleet builds out
  • DOF Group closes massive Maersk Supply Service acquisition
    Norwegian offshore outfit boasts 78 ship-strong fleet
  • Cosco Shipping Holdings' profit soars to $3.38bn on Red Sea crisis
    Hong Kong-listed carrier benefits massively from demand growth out of Asia
  • Reborn Jiangxi New Jiangzhou breaks into gas carriers as Chinese yard orders surge
    Domestic owner Shenzhen Haihong Shipping signs for ethylene carrier
  • Samsung inks second suezmax tanker newbuildings deal in a week
    The newbuilding price for the 158,000-dwt crude carrier is on the low side
  • Chinese bulker buyers storm sale and purchase market
    Backed by homegrown leasing finance, Chinese players are reclaiming their dominance in the S&P scene for older bulkers
  • Israeli explosive-laden ship finally manages to unload after three-month perambulation
    German cargo ship Kathrin manages to unload cargo in Egypt
  • Bulker stocks offer 'attractive ticket' as '2025 is looking bright', Arctic Securities says
    Bank reiterates 'buy' on back of supply fundamentals and demand growth
  • Vitol buys 11 LNG cargoes per year from Coterra in deal stretching to 2038
    Swiss trading giant will ship gas from Texas producer, beginning in 2027
  • Cyan eyes Malaysian expansion with $50m backing from state pension manager
    Singapore owner plotting potential newbuildings and crew recruitment with new regional base
  • Hengli Heavy breaks into VLGCs as shipyard doubles capacity
    Reborn shipbuilder extends its menu
  • Danish owner Esvagt replaces retiring boss Peter Lytzen with two new CEOs
    Wind farm vessel specialist promotes senior managers Kristian Jakobsen and Soren Karas
  • Wallenius Wilhemsen fills vacant CFO role with familiar face
    Bjornar Bukholm held several jobs at the car carrier owner before departing in 2019
  • Cargo ship blaze kills seafarers in Sea of Marmara
    Authorities say Bulgaria-bound vessel suffered an engine room fire
  • MAC Shipping orders four stainless steel chemical tankers as it makes newbuilding debut
    Chemical tanker owner orders first-ever newbuildings
  • Cyan eyes Malaysian expansion with new $50m backing from state pension manager
    Singapore owner plotting potential newbuildings and crew recruitment with new regional base

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American Shipper web site
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
  • China boosts Matson net in Q4
    Ocean shipping and logistics services provider Matson saw improved third quarter profits as higher China and domestic freight rates offset mixed container volumes. Operating income was $227 million for the [...]
  • How global trade actors are turning to fintech to tackle fraud
    The rapid expansion of global trade has complicated cross-border payments, adding costs and delays and heightening fraud risk. Financial institutions and fintech firms are implementing digital solutions to enhance transparency and security.
  • Demand, disruptions supercharge ONE results in Q2
    Ocean Network Express posted soaring results in the second quarter on strong demand in the major trades, an early peak season in the U.S. and attacks on the Red Sea trade route.
  • Trans-Pacific market lifts Air Canada cargo results
    The strong air cargo market acted as a tailwind for Air Canada in the third quarter.
  • Maersk Q3 profits rise despite modest container volume gains
    The parent of container liner operator Maersk turned in quarterly revenue and profits higher than a year ago as attacks on Mideast shipping led to higher operating costs - and higher rates for shippers.
  • Disputes in South China Sea could disrupt trade lanes, lead to war, experts say
    China's territorial ambitions in the South China Sea could disrupt global trade lanes and possibly lead to armed conflicts involving the U.S.

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Ports of Italy: The issue of competences divides the reform
Rome
At the Confitarma conference, Rixi defends the new national control room, while experts and operators ask for clarity on the relationships with the AdSPs and on the resources of the new company.
The maritime sector is divided between cautious support and criticism over the EU ETS review.
Brussels/Washington/
Copenhagen/Piraeus/Rotterdam
Yet another attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A tanker was hit and abandoned by the crew.
ECSA considers the proposed revision of the EU ETS to be a first step, but many others should follow.
Brussels
Raptis: It's a good idea to allocate system revenues at EU and national levels to support sustainable fuels.
ESPO: No to lowering the EU ETS application threshold from 5,000 to 400 GRT vessels.
Brussels
Appreciation for measures aimed at reducing evasive ship calls
T&E welcomes some new proposals from Brussels for the EU maritime ETS
Brussels
The association is more critical of the measures studied by the EU Commission for the aviation sector
For Assarmatori, the Commission's proposal on the EU ETS is timid, while more courageous measures were expected
Brussels
EU Maritime ETS: The European Commission partially accepts shipowners' requests.
Brussels
A new €110 million fund for clean fuels, non-permanent exemptions extended to 2035, an IMO deduction mechanism, and crackdowns on "evasive" transshipment ports.
Another ship was hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Tampa
US Marines conducted an inspection aboard a sanctioned oil tanker
Port of Gioia Tauro: First connection of a large container ship to the cold ironing system
Gioia Tauro
The ship "MSC Mirja" powered with a total power of approximately seven MW
In the second quarter of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2%.
Antwerp
Dry bulk volumes recovered and rolling stock increased. Other sectors declined.
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new quarterly and half-year container traffic records
Hong Kong
US forces struck the VLCC Belma sailing towards Iran's Kharg Island.
Tampa
It is operated by the Emirati Max Maritime Solutions which is subject to US sanctions
In May, freight traffic in the port of Genoa was stable, while in Savona-Vado it decreased
Genoa
In the first five months of 2026, containers amounted to 1,199,914 TEUs (-2.8%), of which 999,228 (-1.4%) and 200,686 (-9.2%) were handled by the two ports respectively.
Turkey's GIH acquires Royal Caribbean's stakes in Kusadasi and Lisbon cruise terminals
Istanbul
Shareholdings rose to 99.99% and 60% respectively
In the first half of the year, Russian ports handled 451.5 million tons of cargo (+5.8%)
St. Petersburg
Record traffic in the second quarter
Trump backtracks on 20% tax on ships passing through Hormuz under US protection
Trump backtracks on 20% tax on ships passing through Hormuz under US protection
Washington/Southampton/Rotterdam
Meanwhile, another tanker, the "Stolt Magnesium", was hit by a missile near Oman
European shipowners call for permanent derogations from the EU maritime ETS after 2030
Brussels
Exemptions for connections with islands and outermost regions, for polar class vessels, for transnational public service obligations and for search and rescue activities
The rail sector is calling for recognition of its contribution to decarbonisation in the EU ETS review.
Brussels
Two VLCCs operated by the UAE's ADNOC were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
Abu Dhabi/Tampa
US Central Command announces reinstatement of blockade on maritime traffic in and out of Iranian ports
Trump announces a tax on goods passing through the Strait of Hormuz protected by the US
Washington/Portsmouth
Expected to be equal to 20% of the value of the transported loads
Six-monthly vessel traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore increased by +3.7%
Port Klang
In the second quarter of this year alone, a decrease of -0.5% was recorded
In May, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +15.0%
Cairo
In the first five months of 2026, 5,696 ships passed through the port (+12.7%)
OOCL records sharp increase in containers carried by its fleet
Hong Kong
In the April-June quarter, revenues generated by this activity grew by +19.8%
Strait of Hormuz, a container ship was attacked near the coast of Oman
Muscat/Portsmouth/New Delhi/Tampa
Fire on board. One crew member missing. 23 other sailors rescued.
At the port of Marseille-Fos, general cargo traffic is increasing while bulk cargo is decreasing.
Marseille
In the first half of 2026, cruise passengers increased by +5%
The Swedish government is calling for the EU maritime ETS to be extended to more vessels.
Stockholm
Stockholm stresses the need for the ETS to remain a pillar of EU climate policy
Assiterminal will bring the issues of concession fees, investments and intermodality to the attention of politicians.
Genoa
Proposal to grant a concession fee discount to terminals that increase rail traffic
Pirate attacks on ships continue to decline
London
In the first half of this year, 38 accidents occurred compared to 90 in the first six months of 2025.
There are still six thousand sailors trapped in the Strait of Hormuz region
London
Dominguez (IMO): I remain confident that the evacuation plan can be resumed
A study highlights the significant costs and counterproductive effects of the application of the EU ETS to maritime connections with western Sicily
Palermo
For the Naples-Palermo and Genoa-Palermo routes the annual cost varies between 2.9 million and 19.9 million euros.
Fincantieri to build third ultra-luxury cruise ship for Four Seasons Yachts
Trieste
The unit will be built in the Ancona plant and will be delivered in 2031
Fermerci urges the search for resources to support rail freight transport.
Rome
Paper: from the remodulation of the PNRR we expect that resources will finally be allocated to compensate for the damages that operators are suffering
Another tanker hit by a drone in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The device caused limited structural damage
New attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A tanker was hit by a shell which started a fire
Evergreen founder's son investigated for insider trading
Taipei
He was released on bail today
ECSA: Shipping receives a cut of its EU maritime ETS payments.
Brussels
Italy, ranked third in Europe, earns €669-787 million. Only France and Estonia allocate a specific portion of this revenue to the maritime sector.
Fincantieri acquires Next Geosolutions, WSense, Graal Tech, and Defcomm to develop the underwater segment
Trieste
The first phase of operations involves an outlay of approximately 600 million euros
A new attack on a ship in the Red Sea raises alarm over a possible resumption of Houthi actions.
Portsmouth
The accident occurred 30 nautical miles southwest of the port of Hodeidah
The Regional Administrative Court (TAR) has accepted the appeal for the annulment of the environmental impact assessment decree for the Fiumicino tourist and cruise port.
Rome
The project - explains the ruling - although speaking of a "prevalent" recreational function, actually foresees a very significant cruise component.
Transport & Environment calls for the introduction of national cruise taxes and further EU measures to mitigate their impact
Brussels
Assiterminal's proposals for amending the Ports Bill focus on port work
Genoa
According to the association, the distinction between port operations and services must be overcome
Assologistica and Assoporti also request changes to Porti d'Italia Spa.
Rome
Both associations highlight the central role of the Port System Authorities
Peruvian judiciary rules that COSCO's private port of Chancay must be subject to public oversight
File
The corrections proposed by Confitarma, ANCI, the Port Authorities and the Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) to the port governance reform
Rome
AP Møller Holding to acquire Norwegian ship leasing company Ocean Yield
Copenhagen/London/Oslo
Holds interests in a fleet of more than 70 cargo vessels
CMA CGM to Invest $1.4 Billion to Buy FedEx Supply Chain
Memphis/Marseille
The American company has nearly 10,000 employees
Brittany Ferries announces plan to scale back operations
Roscoff
The company reports that the difficulties caused by the Covid pandemic and unfair competition have been compounded by the effects of the EU ETS.
ITF and JNG agree to maintain the designation of the Strait of Hormuz as a Warlike Operations Area until July 9
London
It provides seafarers with greater protection and more adequate compensation
Assiterminal highlights the difficulty of placing Porti d'Italia, as proposed by the government, within the Italian port system and within Community law.
Rome
Cargo traffic at Chinese seaports fell by -0.4% in May
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.5 million TEUs (+2.9%)
The administrative process for the new Port Master Plan for Augusta has begun.
Augusta
TiL (MSC Group) acquires 49% stake in Indian port of Vizhinjam
Mumbai
The stake was sold by Adani Ports for $1.4 billion
Hanseatic Global Terminals (Hapag-Lloyd Group) to acquire 20% of Eurogate Container Terminal Hamburg
Hamburg
The German shipping group will also increase its stake in the Moroccan Tanger Alliance
La Spezia is among the Italian ports that are most increasing their connections to container shipping lines.
Geneva
Among the other main national airports, Vado Ligure and Ravenna are losing connections
Spanish shipowners call for EU maritime ETS revenues to be reinvested in shipping
Madrid
Boluda: Spanish companies will inject over five billion euros into the system by 2030
Middle Eastern Gulf Cooperation Council states call for freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
Middle Eastern Gulf Cooperation Council states call for freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
Manama
Rejected any toll, tax or attempt to exercise control over the Strait
IMO suspends evacuation operations for ships awaiting transit through the Strait of Hormuz
London/Taipei
Evergreen says its container ship was hit while following the UKMTO-recommended route.
Four entities pre-qualified for the concession of the cargo terminals of the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk
Gdansk
These are APM Terminals, Mariner/TAS, Yilport Holding and AD Ports/SKF Holdings UK
New attack on a ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The container ship Ever Lovely was hit by a shell off the coast of Oman.
In 2025, 1,478 containers were lost at sea out of a total of 280 million transported by ships
Washington
On January 1st, the IMO regulation came into force which makes reporting of boxes lost at sea mandatory
BIMCO and ICS' latest report on the maritime workforce raises alarm over officer shortages
London/Bagsværd
In 2026, there will be a shortage of 39,100 STCW certified officers.
In 2025, intermodal traffic handled by Kombiverkehr decreased by -13.5%
Frankfurt am Main
Annual revenues down 8.3%
The government's proposal to update the rules on port governance raises more than one doubt
Rome
Costa: The lack of infrastructure planning cannot be solved with a joint stock company
MSC Cruises and Meyer Werft have not yet signed contracts for four new cruise ships plus two options.
Papenburg/Geneva
The companies expressed confidence that they could successfully conclude negotiations in the coming weeks.
The LSCI index of Italy's connection to the global network of containerized maritime services continues to grow.
The LSCI index of Italy's connection to the global network of containerized maritime services continues to grow.
Geneva
In the second quarter of 2026 it was equal to 290.0 (+2.3%)
AD Ports has completed the acquisition of an 81% stake in Global Feeder Shipping.
Abu Dhabi
In 2025, the company's ships carried 2.8 million containers
An evacuation plan has been established for ships still waiting to transit the Strait of Hormuz.
London/Muscat
Dominguez (IMO): The operation will be carried out in close cooperation with Iran, Oman, all other coastal states in the region, the USA and the maritime industry
Carnival Cruise Line Reports Record Revenue for March-May Quarter
Carnival Cruise Line Reports Record Revenue for March-May Quarter
Miami
Fuel costs rise to near-record levels in 2022
Reducing navigation speed and optimizing port calls are the key to decarbonizing shipping
Copenhagen
A new study by the Global Maritime Forum highlights this.
ECSA and A4E reiterate the need to allocate EU ETS revenues to the decarbonisation of ships and aircraft
Brussels
Essential to bridge the price gap between sustainable and conventional fuels
AD Ports' new bid to gain control of Egypt's ALCN rejected
Cairo
A new proposal worth approximately $580 million has been submitted.
John Denholm is the new president of the International Chamber of Shipping
Rome
He succeeds Emanuele Grimaldi, who has completed his four-year term
Falteri (Federlogistica) has been co-opted into the Board of the European Logistics Association
Genoa
International collaboration protocol on integrated logistics with ACLI Terra
GCC urges international community to protect maritime transport against Houthi threats
Riyadh
Reaction to the announcement of a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia
Fincantieri signs agreement in Qatar for operational management of the Training and Simulation Centre.
Trieste
The center is intended for the training of naval personnel of the Qatari Navy.
Over 770 kilos of cocaine seized at the port of Vado Ligure
Savona
Once released on the market, the drug would have ensured criminal organizations profits of 250 million euros.
Wärtsilä records sharp increase in new order value in second quarter
Helsinki
Net turnover decreased by -2%
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build six 13,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
Contract valued at over $1.2 billion
The toll of attacks on ships in the Black Sea worsens
Odessa
Ten dead on board a ship leaving the port of Odessa
Today a new attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The product tanker Kavomaleas of the Greek company Dynacom Tankers Management caught fire
Confitarma disappointed by the Commission's proposal to revise the EU ETS
Rome
Zanetti: The notable absentee is the competitiveness of the Italian and European shipping industry.
ALIS: Commission's proposals on the EU ETS are positive, but serious issues remain.
Rome
MIT adopts cold ironing guidelines
Rome
The aim is to ensure clear, uniform and transparent criteria for all Port System Authorities.
In the first half of the year, cruise traffic at GPH port terminals grew by +10.1%
Istanbul
In the second quarter alone the increase was +2.8%
Western Liguria Port Authority approves 2026 budget update
Genoa
Assiterminal clarifies its doubts about the responsibilities assigned to Porti d'Italia Spa.
Genoa
ABB buys British Rotork
Zurich/London
The Bath-based company specializes in flow control and industrial automation.
Central Adriatic Port Authority refinances €100 million from the Infrastructure Decree
Ancona
The funds concern seven strategic interventions of the port system
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles increased by 3.4% in the first half of 2026.
Los Angeles
In the second quarter, growth was +11.5%
IMO and ITF call for an end to attacks on seafarers and transport workers
London
Resurgence of incidents in the Black Sea, Sea of Azov and the Strait of Hormuz region
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 0.2% in the second quarter of 2026.
Hong Kong
An increase of +6.5% was recorded in June
Uiltrasporti is strongly opposed to the establishment of Porti d'Italia Spa
Rome
Verzari and Gulli: the AdSPs must be coordinated by a public body that can protect port workers
CMPort sets new monthly, quarterly and half-yearly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the first half of 2026, 78.3 million were moved (+4.6%)
In the first half of this year, the port of Singapore handled 22.7 million containers (+4.7%)
Singapore
Historic record for half-year bunker sales
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 10.3% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
Growth of +1.7% was recorded in the first half of 2026
The new board of directors of Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane has been appointed.
Rome
Tommaso Tanzilli confirmed as president. Gianpiero Strisciuglio is the new CEO.
Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for completion of dredging activities
Gioia Tauro
The expected duration of the contract is 60 days
In the first half of 2026, cargo traffic in Turkish ports was 279.1 million tonnes (+1.5%)
Ankara
Cargoes with Italy alone amounted to 23.4 million tons (-2.5%)
The first steel cutting of the Carnival Destiny cruise ship.
Monfalcone
Fincantieri and Carnival celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of their collaboration
NatPower Marine acquires Aqua superPower to accelerate the electrification of ports and marinas
Monk
It operates the largest international network of electric charging points in Europe.
European Logistics Observatory established
Brussels
The aim is to strengthen the competitiveness, resilience and sustainability of European logistics.
Agreement reached at Mimit with JSW to relaunch the Piombino steelworks
Rome/Livorno
Gariglio: Strengthening integration between port docks and industrial areas
Agreement between Fincantieri and the Croatian shipyards Brodotrogir Cruise and Iskra Shipyard
Trieste
Initiative within the framework of the two-corvette program promoted by the Croatian Ministry of Defence
Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL return to quarterly revenue growth
Keelung/Taipei
Four consecutive quarters of decline behind us
Project for a direct rail link between the port of Gioia Tauro and the Interporto D'Abruzzo
Pescara
PSA Genova Pra', the state of agitation has been lifted following the successful completion of the cooling procedure.
Genoa
Tax fraud on labor in the logistics sector
Milan
€28 million seized from four Milanese companies
ZPMC Delivers New Ultra-High Wind-Resistant Port Cranes
Shanghai
The world's tallest rail-mounted reach stackers for empty containers have also been built.
Peninsula and Itochu form joint venture to supply ammonia bunkering to European ports
Gibraltar
The initiative in response to the growing demand for zero-carbon fuels
Konecranes announced its entry into Japan
Helsinki/Tokyo
Acquisition of 70% of Mitsubishi Electric FA Industrial Products
Saipem wins $2 billion contract in Indonesia
Milan
Seven IMO regional coordinators have been introduced who will provide technical support to the organisation's Member States.
London
Jadrolinija has inaugurated its new fast maritime service Ancona-Zadar
Ancona/Zara
It provides five departures per week and a crossing of approximately four hours.
Hapag-Lloyd to reorganize services in the Adriatic
Hamburg
The port of Ancona, removed from the ADX line, will continue to be served by the IAS service
Eleven nominations for the eighteenth edition of the ESPO Award
Brussels
This year's theme is dual-use port-city projects
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Jotun COSCO Marine Coatings signs agreement with COSCO Shipping Bulk for 125 new vessels
Sandefjord
Advanced hull performance solutions will be implemented
Maersk issues first order for new containers produced in India
Copenhagen
Local production has been stimulated by the introduction of incentives
Last May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +3.4%
Ravenna
An increase of +10.6% is expected in June
Sardinia's Port Authority spent approximately €157 million in PNRR funds
Cagliari
Achievement of the targets expected by June 30, 2026
Hannibal will inaugurate a new intermodal service from Melzo to Rotterdam Europoort on July 8th.
Melzo
Six weekly trains are scheduled that will be able to carry up to 38 cargo units
PSA to build and operate container terminal at Vietnam's Lach Huyen port
Singapore
Agreement with Lach Huyen International Logistics & Industrial Park
Sandro Bucchioni and Andrea Fontana confirmed as presidents of the La Spezia freight forwarders and maritime agents.
La Spezia
New two-year mandate
Konecranes has acquired the nuclear and port services segment of Spain's Coapsa.
Hyvinkää
The company has an annual turnover of approximately four million euros.
PSA Italy presented its 2025 Sustainability Report
Genoa
The document highlights, among other things, the employment data and the economic impact on the territory
The Central-Northern Adriatic Port Authority confirms the completion of the projects financed by the PNRR
Ravenna
Mirco Carloni has taken office as president of the Central Adriatic Port System Authority.
Ancona
The Grimaldi Group has taken delivery of the new PCTC Grande Oriente
Naples
It will be placed on the Asia-Europe route
Port of La Spezia: 60 Sea Log workers rehired by other port companies
La Spezia
Pisano (AdSP): very satisfied with the positive conclusion of this dispute
The Central Adriatic Port Authority announces that it has achieved its objectives under the PNRR
Ancona
The funds coming from the plan financed by the European Union amounted to 39.6 million euros
A workshop on cold ironing and related risks and insurance solutions will be held in London.
London
Rossi (ADVANT-Nctm): effective infrastructure development must necessarily take into account legal and insurance aspects
Fincantieri signs an agreement in Albania for shipbuilding training.
Trieste
Skills development for the growth of the new Pashaliman naval industrial hub
Reorganization of ro-pax traffic areas in the port of Catania
Catania
Ferries will no longer be moored on the central jetty or along the eastern breakwater
Maersk raises fiscal 2026 forecast
Copenhagen
Continued growth in demand for containerized shipping and increased spot rates
Green light for the awarding of railway shunting services in the ports of Savona and Vado
New trucking area in the port of Genoa
The Italian Ports Association will hold its assembly in Naples on Wednesday.
Rome
The discussion on port governance reform will be at the heart of the proceedings.
Registration for seafarers' registers is now open to non-EU citizens residing in Italy.
Genoa
Vidotto (Foundation of the Italian Merchant Marine Academy): a step towards civilization
Project to build shipyard in Tartous port expected to accelerate
Damascus
Meeting between a delegation from Kuzey Star Shipyard and the leaders of the Syrian General Authority for Ports and Customs
Port of Gioia Tauro: Work to reactivate hauling and launching operations has been completed.
Gioia Tauro
These operations had been at a standstill since 2024
The conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will take place in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
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 "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will be held in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
It is organized by the Casa America ETS Foundation and the Western Liguria Port Authority
The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.
Rome
Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Govt does not interfere in port management appointments - Loke
(Bernama)
World's first floating fusion reactor-powered vessel could become reality with new project
(Interesting Engineering)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
In Spain, €11.8 million in eco-incentives have been allocated for the use of motorways of the sea.
Madrid
163,672 shipments made by 32 companies subsidized
ABB has signed an agreement to buy Norwegian marine automation company Høglund.
Zurich
The Tønsberg-based company's integrated automation system is currently installed on over 600 vessels.
Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for the redevelopment of the ro-ro docks
Gioia Tauro
Worth 5.6 million euros, the works will last 210 days
Grimaldi confirms the important role of the port of Catania in its strategies
Catania
The aim is to increase services and make existing ones even more efficient.
Annual growth of +6% in cruise traffic and +2% in ferry traffic is expected in the Adriatic
Venice
It is the only Mediterranean region to have recorded a decline in cruises in the period 2019-2025
PSA Padova established to develop and manage the Padua intermodal terminal
Padua
The shareholders of Interporto Padova and Padova Hall have approved the merger plan
The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.
Rome
Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.
Spediporto has opened its own representative office in Hong Kong
Genoa
Giachero: the opening of this desk is also an opportunity for young people
Arcese, Conti and Cosulich establish a company for the port logistics of finished vehicles
Livorno
HMM orders eight bulk carriers and two gas carriers
Seoul
Investment of approximately 1.1 billion dollars
MPC Container Ships has purchased four 7,000 TEU containerships built between 2023 and 2024.
Oslo
Investment of 340 million dollars
FedEx posts record quarterly and annual revenue
Memphis
Total revenues in fiscal year 2026 amounted to $94.7 billion (+7.7%)
Geopolitical uncertainty has become the main risk for shipping
Munich
Evergreen purchases 140,500 new containers in China
Taipei
Investments totaling $358.9 million
Yesterday, the Strait of Hormuz was crossed by 42 commercial vessels
Paris
For the first time since the beginning of the conflict, several LNG tankers entered the Persian Gulf
Memorandum of Understanding for the Launch of Drone Use in the Port of Palermo
Palermo
Submission of the request for the establishment of U-Space
Saipem wins new $1 billion offshore contract in Angola
Milan
It was awarded by Azule Energy for the Greater PAJ project
Port of Ancona: Dredging work has begun on the seabed of quay 22.
Ancona
Approximately six thousand cubic meters of sediment will be removed
Confitarma welcomes clarifications regarding ship waste collection management.
Rome
The need for uniform application of the legislation throughout the country was highlighted.
The Tuscan Cooperation Development Fund invests in Uniport Livorno.
Livorno
Operation for a total of 880 thousand euros carried out together with co-investor Coopfond
Fit-Cisl, recognizing dock work as arduous is a priority
Genoa
Pagnotta: This is not a corporate claim, but a question of social justice.
Hupac increases weekly rotations between Antwerp and Busto Arsizio via France to four.
Noise
Two additional departures of the intermodal service introduced
From July, the tariff for naval transit through the Turkish Straits will increase by +14.9%.
Istanbul
It will be raised to $6.70 per net tonne
Fincantieri and Republikorp sign agreement to build multipurpose naval vessels in Indonesia.
Paris
The establishment of a joint venture is planned
Study on the divergences between the EU Ship Recycling Regulation and the Hong Kong Convention
Brussels/London
It has been published by ECSA and ICS
The 2026-2028 POT of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority has been approved.
Gioia Tauro
Approval also granted to the 2026 budget forecast variation and to the update of the Port's Staffing Plan.
Autonomous Navigation: ABS, Polaris Shipping, HHI, and AVIKUS Sign Agreement
Athens
It will be tested on a VLOC under certain low-risk conditions
Tomorrow in Sant'Agnello (Naples) the inauguration event of the Italy Branch of The Nautical Institute
London
The topics of discussion will include energy transition in the maritime industry, maritime education and training.
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