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March 5, 2024

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Exim India web site
MARCH 5, 2024
  • DP World launches multimodal service 'SARAL-2' connecting Chennai to Delhi-NCR
  • MOL Chemical Tankers completes acquisition of Fairfield Chemical Carriers
  • World Bank partners in workshop to boost logistics efficiency
  • IFSCA seeks nod for foreign flag ships from GIFT City
  • Global standard contract for transport and installation of offshore wind turbines being worked on
  • Houthis threaten more attacks
  • Weighment of self sealed export containers in Central Parking Plaza
  • Minister dedicates first-ever Made-in-India ASTDS tug
  • Exporters to declare emissions on EU default value
  • HMM collaborates with Hellmann Worldwide Logistics for sustainability initiatives using Green Sailing Service
  • DP World inks partnership agreement for renewable energy systems across its port operations in the Middle East & Africa
  • Saudi Ports Authority recognised for its Quality Management System
  • OOCL in agreement to provide refrigerated ocean transport utilising electric field technology to realise long-term preservation
  • Port officers at Nantes-Saint Nazaire to strike

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International Transport Journal web site
MARCH 5, 2024
  • Kicking off tri-partite cooperation in Liege
  • Train service replaces Red Sea route
  • Sorting out the sorting process
  • Girteka: driving development in Poland
  • New Orleans: transloading park to open in summer
  • Ammonia fuel study initiated
  • An MRO partnership for the Silk Road
  • Packing parcels in Poznan
  • UK to modernise 38 truck stops
  • We need you!
  • Trelleborg's new piloting tool
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Resilinc: new CMO and CCO
  • Turning up the heat for freezing Icelanders
  • A new project for Kansas City
  • FMH Group joins Australia's top five
  • Seafreight sustainability partnership
  • More money for number one

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The Loadstar web site
MARCH 4, 2024
  • Rubymar sinks, with cargo of fertiliser a threat to Red Sea ecosystem
  • Kuehne pounded, out of Schenker auction - but jumbo 'sale will help us'
  • CMA CGM containership cargo 'for Pakistan military' seized in India
  • Cainiao sets up HK-Liege e-commerce air link with Saudia Cargo and WFS
  • Geodis - show me the cash, please!
  • Liner heavyweights sail in for some tough transpacific contract talks
  • HMM should use surplus cash to double size of its box ship fleet
  • OceanX: Logistics thoughts on Kuehne vs CMA CGM vs M�rsk, among others...
  • Full steam ahead for major expansion of Eurasian rail freight traffic
  • Tim Martin and Françoise Russo join Aramex leadership team
  • Bolloré's Thierry Ehrenbogen becomes CMA CGM's SVP of development

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Marine Log web site
MARCH 4, 2024
  • Airbus ship heads for Mobile, powered by suction sails
    The decision by Airbus and Louis Dreyfus Armateurs (LDA) to install Norsepower rotorsails on their three next-generation newbuilds is just one part of the story on how the two are looking to
  • MSC containership struck by Houthi missile
    An MSC containership has become the latest vessel to be damaged in a Houthi attack. U.K. Maritime Trade Operations today issued a report at 1500 UTC on an incident 91 nautical miles
  • Ingalls completes acceptance trials of final Flight I LPD
    Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE: HII) reports that its Ingalls Shipbuilding division has successfully completed the acceptance trials of amphibious transport dock Richard M. McCool Jr. (LPD 29), the final Flight I LPD

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Container News web site
MARCH 4, 2024
  • CMA CGM applies PSS from Indian Sub, Middle East Gulf, Red Sea and Egypt to US
    CMA CGM has announced the implementation of a new Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) starting from 20 March, until further notice. This surcharge will apply to all types of cargo originating from the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East Gulf, Red Sea and Egypt to the US East Coast and US Gulf. The surcharge amount will be US$1,000 per unit. If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared
  • Port of Virginia opens wider channel for giga container ships
    Port of Virginia's wider shipping channel is now operational for accommodating the two-way passage of ultra-large container vessels (ULCV), resulting in a reduction of up to 15% in the time these vessels spend at berth. The widening of the channel is a component of the port's strategic infrastructure investment plan totalling US$1.4 billion, aimed at enhancing efficiency, accommodating larger car
  • Port of Long Beach unveils two new fireboat stations
    On 1 March 2024, officials commemorated the opening of two newly constructed fireboat stations at the Port of Long Beach. These stations mark a significant improvement in the Long Beach Fire Department's ability to respond to emergencies both on the water and on land, providing enhanced safety for ships, cargo, and waterfront personnel. Known as Fireboat Station 15 and Fireboat Station 20, these
  • What is a Parcel Locker in an Apartment Building?
    Parcel Locker in an apartment building - this is an automated system of mailboxes for receiving and sending mail, as well as various goods. This device is designed to provide convenience to residents and improve mail delivery efficiency. Typically, Parcel Locker is installed in public areas of an apartment building, for example, in entrances or garden areas. What is a Parcel Locker? As a rule, a
  • CMA CGM, Shanghai International Port Group extend Terminal Stevedoring Agreement
    French shipping company CMA CGM and the terminal operator Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG) jointly held a strategic Terminal Stevedoring Agreement (TSA) extension signing ceremony on 28 February in Shanghai, China. The cooperation between the two parties has yielded positive results over the recent years, according to the statement, and several achievements have been made in areas such as
  • Schedule reliability insights: CMA CGM climbs to the top
    Sea-Intelligence has released the 150th edition of the Global Liner Performance (GLP) report, featuring schedule reliability data up to and including January 2024. "Source: Sea-Intelligence.com, GLP Report, issue 150" Amidst the ongoing Red Sea crisis, global schedule reliability witnessed a decline, with a month-on-month drop of -5.1 percenta
  • Samskip and Cochin Shipyard begin zero-emission container vessel construction
    Samskip, a provider of global logistics solutions, and the market-leading shipyard Cochin Shipyard in India have commenced the construction phase of their next-generation zero-emission shortsea container vessel, the Samskip SeaShuttle. "When it comes to sustainability, we believe in transparency, setting goals and taking responsibility. Yesterday, at our event, we introduced our Sustainability Co
  • CMA CGM and Nike forge agreement for sustainable shipping solutions
    Nike, a global leader in the apparel and sportswear sector, has recently forged an agreement with French ocean carrier CMA CGM to purchase eco-friendly biofuel for a part of its maritime shipping needs. This strategic move signifies a significant step towards decarbonizing Nike's supply chain. Beginning 1 July 2023, until 31 May 2024, Nike plans to utilize sustainable biofuel for transporting 36%
  • Kalmar to deliver first electric mobile equipment fleet for ITC in Australia
    Cargotec-owned Kalmar has finalized a deal with Intermodal Terminal Company (ITC), an Australian operator, to provide six Kalmar Electric Reachstackers and two Kalmar Electric Empty Container Handlers. These machines will be deployed at ITC's upcoming Somerton Intermodal Terminal in Melbourne, Victoria, a multipurpose terminal currently under construction. This contract, which also encompasses a
  • HMM and Hellmann cooperate to reduce Scope 3 emissions
    HMM has collaborated with Hellmann Worldwide Logistics to manage Scope 3 emissions by implementing the Green Sailing Service, a low-carbon transportation solution aimed at reducing carbon emissions. This initiative empowers the decrease of carbon footprint and tackles Scope 3 emissions with efficiency. The methodology behind this service is guided by PwC Korea. "We are delighted to experience one
  • Contrasting period for container spot and contract markets - Way forward outlook
    The latest quote by the Drewry World Container Index (WCI) voiced the correction in spot prices after the massive 138% swing in 6 weeks witnessed between 15 December 2023 and 30 January 2024. The WCI registered a 5% loss for the week, and at US$3,493 ended at a six week low. But in February though, the index lost over 8% with the primary laggards being the China- Europe and China-Mediterranean tr
  • Container carriers face US$1.4 trillion decarbonisation bill
    US consultancy AlixPartners has said in its 2024 report that container shipping has very high carbon dioxide emissions, and the liner industry has to spend US$1.4 trillion to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. Targeted investment and conversion to alternative-fuel propulsion systems will be inadequate to achieve the mandated 20% reduction by 2030, but net zero by 2050 remains within reach-barely-
  • ICTSI's Manila terminal rebrands
    International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI)-owned Manila Harbor Center (MHC) has unveiled a new name, logo and website as part of a strategic rebranding initiative. MHC, the largest and busiest international bulk and breakbulk operations in the Philippines, has rebranded to Manila Multipurpose Terminal. ICTSI took ownership of the Manila Multipurpose Terminal in 2021. Under ICTSI's ma
  • CMA CGM implements new rates from Europe to Latin America and Carribean
    French shipping line CMA CGM has unveiled updated Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates, effective from 1 April 2024, from Europe to Latin America and the Caribbean. The following rates will be applicable for shipments from North Europe and the Mediterranean to destinations in the Caribbean, Central America, West Coast South America, and East Coast South America, except Mexico. Amounts in € (Euros) - Fro
  • CMA CGM moves to Augusta port in Sicily
    CMA CGM Group has announced it will move its activities from the Italian terminal in Catania, Sicily to the nearby port of Augusta, as the local Port Authority, covering Catania, Augusta and Pozallo, has decided to terminate container activity at the Catania terminal and relocate all activity for all container carriers to their terminal at Augusta. This transition will be effective at the end of

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Splash web site
MARCH 4, 2024
  • Capital Product Partners continues boxship sell-off
    US-listed Capital Product Partners has offloaded three more containerships as it works towards becoming an LNG carrier pure-play. The Evangelos Marinakis diversified owner is selling the 2015-built 9,300 teu Akadimos and the 2008-built 5,100 teu sister vessels Fos Express and Seattle Express. In November last year, Capital Product Partners announced plans to buy 11 LNG ...
  • Western Bulk appoints interim chief executive
    Norwegian dry bulk operator Western Bulk Chartering has appointed board member Ørjan Svanevik as interim chief executive officer. Svanevik, the former director and chief operating officer at John Fredriksen's Setankers Management, joined Western Bulk's board last August. He will keep his position as he takes over from Hans Aasn�s following the news of his stepping ...
  • World's largest floating solar project to become part of OranjeWind
    The Nautical Sunrise consortium partners are looking to create the world's largest offshore floating solar (OFS) power installation offshore the Netherlands. Research and development on the OFS systems and the components of the €8.4m ($9.1m) project, supported by €6.8m from the Horizon Europe programme, has already started. The project will enable the large-scale deployment and ...
  • Diana Shipping charters out ice-class panamax to Louis Dreyfus
    New York-listed Greek bulker owner Diana Shipping has entered into a time charter contract with Louis Dreyfus Company Freight for one of its ice-class panamax bulkers. Louis Dreyfus hired the 2014-built, 77,525 dwt bulker. The gross charter rate is $13,900, minus a 5% commission paid to third parties, for a period of a minimum ...
  • New benchmark set with sale of Norwegian VLCC
    The sale of a Norwegian-flagged VLCC has set a new benchmark as tanker values continue to climb. The Korean-built, eight-year-old 299,998 dwt has been sold to undisclosed interests for $98.5m. The ship was owned by Norwegian heavyweights, Awilco and TRF. According to Clarksons Research, the firm price shows that values for semi-modern tonnage are up ...
  • Rubymar's sinking poses 'major environmental crisis' in the Red Sea
    The Red Sea shipping crisis has entered a new chapter with the sinking of the bulk carrier early on Saturday morning. The insurance situation regarding the Lebanese-owned, Greek-managed, Belize-registered ship remains unclear. The vessel has become the first constructive total loss since the Houthis from Yemen started their campaign against merchant shipping five months ago ...
  • Joint investigation points to identity of tug owner involved in Tobago oil spill
    In the hunt to find the owners of a tug and a barge responsible for one of the Caribbean's worst oil spills in recent years, a joint investigation carried out by Bellingcat and the Trinidad & Tobago Guardian has laid the finger of blame on a Panama-registered company called Melaj Offshore. According to Bellingcat, a ...
  • Record TPM opens as 'difficult' transpacific contract negotiations get underway
    The fortunes of the container market will become clearer this week as close to 4,000 delegates descend on Long Beach for the 24th edition of TPM, the sector's top annual event. The summit, which runs from Sunday to Wednesday, brings together lines and shippers to hammer out contracts and comes at a time where container ...
  • Trafigura inks debut VLCCs order
    One of the world's largest charterers Trafigura is addressing the market shortage of modern supertanker tonnage by signing up to build its first VLCCs. The Singapore-headquartered global commodities trader has contracted Jiangsu New Hantong Ship Heavy Industry in China for the construction of two 319,000 dwt crude carriers, delivering in July and September of 2026. ...
  • Secondhand ship prices and sales volumes scale heights
    Secondhand tanker and bulker prices are at highs not seen for more than a decade, with owners scrambling for all available tonnage, pushing secondhand prices close to newbuild levels. According to Clarksons Research, secondhand tanker prices are at a 15-year high, while secondhand bulk carrier prices are at close to the peak experienced in the ...
  • Marinakis books pricey LNG carriers
    Evangelos Marinakis' Capital Group has been revealed as the owner behind a high-priced order for four liquefied natural gas carriers at Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries. Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE), a holding entity overseeing the shipyards of South Korea's conglomerate HD Hyundai, announced the deal with an undisclosed shipowner for 174,000 cu m units ...
  • Meadway Bulkers returns to Japan for more orders
    Greek owner and operator Meadway Bulkers has strengthened its shipbuilding programme at Japanese shipyards with two handysize bulk carriers at Namura. The George Dellaportas-led outfit has revealed a pair of 40,050 dwt units with delivery in the first quarter of 2026 for an undisclosed price, adding to another 40,000 dwt newbuild set to join the ...
  • Ray Car Carriers splurges $268m on pair of Korean newbuilds
    Ray Car Carriers has boosted its orderbook with two more newbuilds contracted in South Korea. The Abraham Rami Ungar-controlled owner has returned to Hyundai Mipo Dockyard in Ulsan for a 7,500 ceu pair, delivering by May 2028. The order worth about $268m follows four 7,700 ceu LNG capable units booked last year, with delivery due ...
  • Live Animal Export: An experimental double take as the Bahijah tries again
    Dr Lynn Simpson, a well-known former live export veterinarian, on the long journey ahead for thousands of animals heading from Australia to Israel via the west coast of Africa. This past weekend the Dareen rounded Yemen within missile range, then passed the Rubymar as she slid under the sea

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Lloyd's List web site
MARCH 4, 2024
  • Houthis unlikely to halt Red Sea attacks despite ceasefire, former US Secretary of Defense says
    'Good reason to doubt the Houthis' word', former CIA director and US Secretary of Defense tells Journal of Commerce TPM...
  • MSC ship hit in latest Houthi attack
    Liberia-flagged, 2,169 teu containership MSC Sky II is the latest victim of Houthi attacks. Militants continue to target commercial ships in...
  • Capital Product sheds more boxships as it doubles down on gas shipping
    First four disposals expected to swell owner's cash kitty by about $81m
  • Yildirim: I told Jacques Saadé box lines must work together
    Metals, ports and shipping tycoon Robert Yildirim's 2011 rescue of CMA CGM paid off handsomely in the past two years...
  • Global Ship Lease remains unfazed by uncertain box market outlook
    Legacy charters from container market supercycle and recent tightening of supply and demand help US-listed owner to strong fourth quarter...
  • The week in charts: Alternative-fuel newbuilding orders decline | Red Sea crisis pains Piraeus | War halves Ukraine's maritime trade | Container rates slide
    A slowdown in liner alt-fuel orders has led to commodity carriers making up the greater share of newbuilding orders in...
  • The week in newbuildings: Dry cargo carriers and tankers dominate
    Newbuilding contracts for 24 dry cargo carriers, 16 tankers and four vehicle carriers recorded in the past week, all at...
  • Stephenson Harwood hires two partners from Ince & Co Middle East
    New recruits specialise in dispute resolution
  • US fund takes legal fight against CMB's Euronav takeover to Belgium
    US fund FourWorld Capital Management, which recently bought a 2.4% stake in Euronav and is seeking a settlement from CMB...
  • Record volumes of Russian oil shipped outside the West's reach after sanctions crackdown
    Just 39% of tankers calling at Russian ports over February had marine insurance with the International Group of P&I clubs...
  • Marsh expands Ukraine facility to cover all non-military cargoes
    Arrangement allows underwriters to quote extra premiums at steep discount to market rates while still making a commercial profit
  • Hanwha completes HSD Engine takeover to boost green marine propulsion
    Hanwha Group says the acquisition will let the conglomerate offer broader services from shipbuilding to engine production, and to strengthen...
  • VLCC recovery could be at risk on ordering rush, Poten cautions
    While VLCC rates are expected to remain strong in until 2025, the future market will not be smooth sailing
  • Daily Briefing
    Is shipping's decarbonisation revolution about to start slow steaming? | The mess of EU ETS compliance: 'No pub, no beer'...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
MARCH 4, 2024
  • Slync's technology finds new home in consulting group led by industry veteran
    The saga of embattled technology vendor Slync may have reached a final chapter with its technology assets being acquired by a consulting group that works with importers and exporters.
  • Growing project backlogs a silver lining for EPCs amid mixed profit results
    Four EPC majors -- Fluor, KBR, TechnipFMC and Worley -- reported double-digit growth in order backlogs and say they are optimistic about continued revenue momentum into 2024.
  • Driven by shipper needs, land rush reconfiguring US LTL sector, terminals
    Changing shipping requirements and competitive pressures are reshaping US less-than-truckload networks and LTL terminals themselves at an unprecedented rate.

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TradeWinds web site
MARCH 4, 2024
  • Global Ship Lease sees term charter appetite growing amid Red Sea crisis
    Larger ships could find two- to three-year contracts as freight rates rise
  • The deal that wasn't: Scorpio not a seller of tanker quintet
    Confusion appears to drive market chatter in wake of earlier Wayzata deal
  • Capesize spot rates climb to 11-week high as Australia and Brazil iron ore volumes surge
    Miners feast on slimming tonnage, but futures lose steam in backwardated market
  • Dragnis family firm Goldenport returns to capesize segment as market sizzles
    Diversified Greek shipowner picks up a 13-year-old vessel as bulker S&P surges
  • Anxious about ammonia: BW LPG chief cautious on gas shipping's hot ticket newbuildings
    CEO notes growing orderbook for specialist ships and questions what will happen if ammonia projects do not materialise
  • Fire on container ship targeted by twin Houthi rocket strike
    Crew fighting fire on MSC Sky II after rocket hits accommodation block
  • Capital Product Partners offloads container ship trio as sell-off extends
    Boxship divestments form part of Marinakis-controlled company's ongoing transformation into an LNG pure-play
  • Houthis attack damages container ship south of Yemen
    Vessel was reported to have been hit during voyage to Dijbouti
  • Svitzer brings in former Torm executive as 450-strong fleet prepares to split from Maersk
    Towage giant also adds former banker Michael Nass Nielsen to strengthen top team
  • Sanctions squeeze leads Russia to surprise cuts in crude exports
    Opec+ countries say they will continue their oil cuts into the second quarter of 2024
  • IMO offers support as ship sunk by Houthis sparks pollution fears
    Questions remain over whether pollution containment operation will be practical or safe
  • Airbus-chartered Louis Dreyfus Armateurs ship gets suctions sails
    The Ville de Bordeaux has three Bound4Blue suction sails installed in Spain
  • Clarksons wargames Middle East twists as uncertainty stalks shipping
    UK broker has mapped out various scenarios as Middle East crisis continues
  • Nigeria's giant Dangote refinery seeks term deal for tanker to bring in crude
    Facility near Lagos tenders for three-month contract, with three months of options
  • Stephenson Harwood boosts Middle East presence with addition of seven-strong Ince law team
    UK-headquartered firm brings in Mohamed El Hawawy, Khurram Ali and others from collapsed rival
  • 'Euphoria' grips dry cargo S&P as spending hits highest level since global financial crisis
    Secondhand deals abound as strong freight market fuels shipowner confidence
  • Gunvor fined $661m over Petroecuador corruption scandal
    Senior official at state-backed oil company was paid off with 18-carat gold watch
  • VLCC mega-deal paying off for Frontline with $3bn value in sight for ex-Euronav vessels
    John Fredriksen company already $250m in the money on deal to add 24 modern tankers
  • CMA CGM bid for Wincanton hits the buffers after board backs rival offer
    French carrier left ruing its logistics options after higher offer from US-based GXO
  • World's first absolute zero-emission container ship set to be ordered by start-up
    Dannielle Southcott founded Veer with a vision to revolutionise container shipping
  • VLCC mega-deal paying off for Frontline with $3bn value in sight for ex-Euronav tankers
    John Fredriksen company already $250m in the money on deal to add 24 modern tankers
  • Tsakos tied to shuttle tanker order at SHI backed by contract with oil major
    Greek shipowner is said to have ordered the conventionally fuelled high-spec crude carrier against charter
  • Clarksons eyes growth in all regions around 'powerhouse' London, says Andi Case
    Clarksons boss outlines plans for expansion in 2024
  • Turkish shipowner Manta takes top dollar on lucrative LPG carrier asset play
    Mid-sized carrier said to be changing hands after doubling in value in just five years
  • Tsakos tied to shuttle tanker order at Samsung backed by charter with oil major
    The Greek shipowner is said to have ordered the conventionally fuelled high-spec crude carrier against charter
  • Ex-Shell shipping boss Grahaeme Henderson launches 'golden rules' safety coalition
    Former Shell executive steering Together in Safety's campaign to save seafarer lives
  • Western Bulk names ex-Seatankers man as new interim chief executive
    Interim chief executive has long experience within corporate finance
  • MAN Energy Solutions set to deliver first ammonia engine this year
    CEO Uwe Lauber is not expecting green ammonia supply to scale up before 2030
  • Poten warns of VLCC ordering surge with shifting oil demand dynamics in Asia
    Broker says shift in Asian oil demand a key factor that could impact demand for larger tankers
  • Major Euronav investor intensifies fight against Saverys takeover
    'Event-driven' investment adviser FourWorld now wants CMB to raise its bid on Euronav shares in Belgium
  • Dubai's International Shipping & Logistics sends panamax bulker for recycling
    Pakistan grabs ISL Star, while India and Bangladesh buy up industry minnows to get tonnage on the beach before Ramadan
  • MOL Chemical Tankers completes $400m takeover of Fairfield Chemical Carriers
    MOLCT now controls a fleet of 117 chemical tankers
  • Dubai's International Shipping & Logistics sends panamax bulker for recycling
    Pakistan grabs ISL Star while India and Bangladesh buy up industry minnows to get tonnage on the beach before Ramadan
  • Poten urges caution following VLCC newbuilding order surge
    Broker says change in focus of oil demand growth in Asia among factors that will impact demand for larger tankers
  • Does artificial intelligence put maritime jobs at risk?
    Efficiency will help shipping professionals focus less on repetitive tasks and more on things that matter, experts say

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American Shipper web site
MARCH 4, 2024
  • UPS adds twin-bay maintenance hangar at Worldport hub
    The UPS maintenance division is moving into a new hangar, capable of supporting 747 jumbo jets, at its global air hub in Louisville, Kentucky.

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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
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
Task force of five associations for the relaunch of Italian rail cargo
Rome
Initiative by Agens, Assoferr, Assologistica, Fercargo and Fermerci
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
Le Aziende informano
Il retrofit ibrido-elettrico di ABB guida i traghetti dei laghi italiani verso un futuro più sostenibile
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
Federlogistica, the possible collapse of road transport is a risk for the country
Genoa/Modena
Ruote Libere reports that the government only needs to allocate a little money to avoid having to deal with the real problems of road hauliers
Second edition of the European Maritime Transport Environmental Report published
Lisbon/Copenhagen
The new report indicates that promising progress has been made in several areas
WSC, MEPC must provide clear measures to decarbonise shipping this week
Washington
Wood-Thomas: It is not possible that these decisions can be postponed to guidelines developed in two years
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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