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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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In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
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ITS Costruttori, il corso di alta formazione per entrare nel mondo di Fincantieri
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
India launches nearly $8 billion package to support its shipbuilding and maritime sectors
New Delhi
Shipyard production capacity expected to increase to 4.5 million gross tonnage per year
In the second quarter of this year, freight traffic in French ports fell by -0.4%.
Paris
Dry bulk and rolling bulk trades are declining. Container and liquid bulk trades are growing.
Antin Infrastructure Partners to acquire UK's leading marina operator
Paris/London/New York
It will take over ownership from British private equity firm LDC
Royal Caribbean agrees with Meyer Turku to build Icon ships for a decade
Miami
Order confirmed for a fifth Icon cruise ship and option placed on a seventh unit of the same series
Maersk announces it will not apply surcharges for new US tariffs on Chinese vessels
Copenhagen
The company assures that it will not make any changes to its services
Cochin Shipyard and KSOE enter into strategic collaboration in shipbuilding sector
New Delhi
The creation of approximately two thousand direct jobs is expected
DHL will resume freight shipments from Germany to the United States for corporate customers.
Bonn
They had been suspended due to the removal in the USA of the "de minimis" threshold for goods with a value of less than 800 dollars.
World Business Council for Sustainable Development Statement in Support of the IMO Net-Zero Framework
Ancona: Tax fraud in the shipbuilding sector
Ancona
Over €2.3 million in non-existent tax credits seized
CMA CGM buys British rail freight operator Freightliner
Birmingham
The transaction will be completed in early 2026
Containerized cargo at the port of Algeciras decreased by -9.4% last month
Algeciras
The 20-foot containers handled were 399 thousand (-0.7%)
Italferr participates in Europe's largest railway electrification contract
Rome
Activities within the Rail Baltica project
Freight traffic increased in the ports of Barcelona and Valencia in August
Barcelona/Valencia
In the first eight months of 2025, decreases of -1.6% and -0.3% respectively were recorded
In the June-August quarter, FedEx express courier revenues increased by +3.1%
Memphis
An average of 16.8 million express shipments were handled per day (+3.5%)
Breakthrough in the exploratory tunnel of the Brenner Base Tunnel
Milan/Rome
At 64 kilometers, it will be the longest underground railway connection in the world.
Tender launched for privatization of Croatian shipyard 3. MAJ Rijeka 1905
Zagreb
The starting bid is 6.66 million euros.
To decarbonize, shipping should join forces with other hard-to-abate sectors
London
This is highlighted by a report by Accelleron which believes that a critical mass of demand is necessary to overcome a stalemate phase.
COSCO Reassures Customers on Impact of New U.S. Tariffs on Chinese Vessels
Shanghai
We - the Chinese company assured - will maintain competitive freight rates and surcharges.
Shipping is still far from the target of 5-10% of fuel used coming from scalable, zero-emission sources by 2030
Copenhagen
The need to introduce incentives was underlined
Spain's Boluda acquires Transfesa's intermodal rail freight services.
Valencia
The agreement also includes industrial services, railway maintenance and shunting activities and intermodal terminals.
Til (MSC Group) to become a shareholder in Turkey's Petkim container port
Til (MSC Group) to become a shareholder in Turkey's Petkim container port
Baku
Agreement with the Azerbaijani oil group SOCAR
German and Austrian trailer manufacturers challenge EU regulation to reduce truck environmental impact
Berlin/Brussels
They denounce that its application leads to an increase in traffic volumes and therefore emissions.
The Venice Marghera station has been equipped with a track compliant with European TEN-T standards
Venice
A 740-meter freight track has been opened.
World Shipping Council introduces Cargo Safety Program to prevent ship fires
Washington
It is based on artificial intelligence and traditional goods inspections
Rheinmetall to enter naval shipbuilding sector by acquiring Naval Vessels Lürssen
Bremen
Lürssen Group to focus on megayacht production
The British government is investing half a billion pounds to reduce shipping emissions.
London
Private investments of 700 million expected
HMM signs new 10-year contract with Vale for iron ore transport
Seoul
It is worth around $310 million.
The Campania Port Authority reaches an agreement with UNIPORT and Assiterminal
Naples
The regional tax - highlights the port authority - risks undermining the competitiveness of ports
IAPH and WCO publish updated guidelines on cooperation between customs and port authorities
Tokyo/Brussels
Contributed by the World Shipping Council
ABB and Blykalla collaborate on nuclear marine propulsion
Stockholm
The agreement focuses on small modular fast reactors developed by the Swedish company
Saipem wins new offshore contract worth approximately $1.5 billion in Türkiye
Saipem wins new offshore contract worth approximately $1.5 billion in Türkiye
Milan
It is related to the third phase of the Sakarya gas field development project.
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia grew by +5.7%
Civitavecchia
Record for cruise passengers this period
Uniport and Assiterminal oppose the additional fees demanded of port operators by the Campania Region.
Rome
Amount between 10% and 25% of the annual state fee
The first train from Belgium under the FS Logistix-Lineas agreement has arrived in Segrate.
Milan
Five return connections per week to Antwerp are scheduled
Modernization works are underway at the passenger terminal at the port of Igoumenitsa.
Naples
Grimaldi takes delivery of the PCTC "Grand Auckland"
Damage to submarine cables in the Red Sea
Portsmouth
According to the International Cable Protection Committee, the cause could be ship traffic
Dutch company Damen to build 24 naval vessels for British company Serco
Gorinchem/Amsterdam
Green light for a €270 million bridging loan to the shipbuilding company.
DP World to build and operate container terminal at Montreal's new Contrecœur port
Dubai/Montreal
It will become operational in 2030
Expansion work has begun at the Vienna South intermodal terminal.
Vienna
Annual traffic capacity expected to increase by 44%
In July, ship traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +0.8%
Cairo
In the first seven months of 2025, a decrease of -10.2% was recorded
In July, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado decreased by -3.0%
Genoa
The decline was limited by increased oil traffic in the Vado harbor. Ferry traffic dropped 9.9%.
Trump nominates Laura DiBella as chair of the Federal Maritime Commission.
Washington
The nomination of Robert Harvey as commissioner of the federal agency has also been forwarded to the Senate.
Genoa's new dam: a modification has been approved to allow for completion of work by the end of 2027.
Genoa
Phase A and Phase B works will be carried out rather than sequentially
Assiterminal, simplify and standardize dredging procedures to restore the operational competitiveness of ports.
Taranto Recommends: The Regasification Plant Would Promote the Port's Revitalization
Taranto
Melucci: a lifeline for the entire port system and for our city's economic growth.
Cargo and cruise traffic in eastern Sicily ports is on the rise
Catania
In the container segment, an increase of +27.9% was recorded
FS Logistix and Lineas form joint venture to manage the Antwerp Mainhub Terminal
Antwerp
Rail services between Antwerp and Milan expected to increase
Attack on a product tanker in the Red Sea
Southampton
A missile fell near the ship which suffered no damage
Sea trials have been completed for the new GNV Virgo ro-pax vessel.
Genoa
It will be GNV's first liquefied natural gas ship
In the first half of the year, Singamas' container sales decreased by -10%.
Hong Kong
The average selling price dropped by -3.8%
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles remained stable in August.
Los Angeles
Volumes expected to decline in the remainder of 2025
Meeting between the port authorities of Jacksonville and Livorno
Livorno
Among the objectives, to start one or more direct services between the two ports
Italian State Railways and ENAC sign an agreement for the use of drones in infrastructure monitoring.
Rome
They will also be used to fly over sections of the railway and road network that would otherwise be difficult to monitor.
A.SPE.DO, the port of La Spezia is essential to ensuring employment, development, and a future for the local economy.
La Spezia
Landolfi: We cannot afford to underestimate its value.
The MIT meets with the heads of the Italian AdSPs
Rome
Meeting on the government's strategic vision for the sector and port reform
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean Co. to build seven 15,880 TEU container ships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Over 40 expressions of interest have been received for the development of the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk.
Kiev
Today the first meeting of the tender commission
The first commercial ship is expected at the public dock in Largo Trattaroli in Ravenna.
Ravenna
The car carrier "AICC Huanghu" is coming soon
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach decreased by 1.3% last month.
Long Beach
Empty containers are increasing. Full containers are decreasing.
Assiterminal's Terminal Road Show is starting
Genoa
Cognolato: We want to strengthen our ties with local communities and territories.
Assoporti, the Italian ports' cruise offerings presented at the Seatrade Europe fair.
Hamburg
Giampieri: We are leaders in the Mediterranean area and in Europe
Commander Claudio Tomei, USCLAC president from 2012 to 2024, has passed away.
Viareggio
His strong commitment to improving the working conditions of Italian seafarers
In the first quarter of 2025, cargo traffic in Greek ports grew by +1.4%
Piraeus
Passengers down by -1.1%
HD Hyundai Samho Orders Four New Container Ships
Seoul
Order worth approximately 468 million dollars
Trieste: Fraudulent bankruptcy in the shipbuilding sector
Trieste
Investigation into a company based in Palermo
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by 7.4% in August.
Hong Kong
In the first eight months of 2025 the decline was -3.8%
BigLift Shipping and CY Shipping order two additional heavy lift vessels
Amsterdam
Order placed at Chinese shipyard Jing Jiang Nanyang Shipbuilding Co.
Container traffic at the port of Singapore continued to decline in August
Singapore
Total volume of goods increased by +1.1%
The Charthage ferry was placed under administrative detention in the port of Genoa
Genoa
A Coast Guard inspection found numerous deficiencies
Disney Cruise Line's largest ship's debut delayed by three months
Lake Buena Vista
Construction delays force the maiden voyage to be postponed until March 10th.
Shell to supply liquefied biomethane to Hapag-Lloyd containerships
Hamburg
Agreement effective immediately
Andrea Zoratti has been appointed general manager of Hub Telematica
Genoa
The company is controlled by Assagenti and Spediporto
Jotun and Messina sign agreement to improve the environmental and commercial performance of ships.
Genoa
The "Jolly Rosa" vessel will use the Hull Skating Solutions solution
PSA Genova Pra' announces the hiring of 25 people dedicated to container handling.
Genoa
Ferrari: International markets have changed profoundly
CMA CGM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels and Chinese services
Marseille
The rates announced by the USTR in April will apply from October 14th.
South Korean HJ Shipbuilding wins orders for four 8,850 TEU containerships
Busan
Orders with a total value of approximately 461 million dollars
Conference: "Waiting and Delays in Road Transport: Logistics in Check"
Genoa
Organized by Trasportounito, it will be held on September 26th in Genoa
GNV has inaugurated a new office in Barcelona
Barcelona
The company currently has 52 employees throughout Spain.
Port of Trieste: EU funding for two new projects
Trieste
Resources with a total value of 1.7 million euros
Filt Cgil, the Flotilla incident is serious. Dockworkers are ready to mobilize.
Rome
Union announces action if aid is not allowed to reach Gaza
Stena Line to buy Latvian port operator Terrabalt
Gothenburg
It handles rolling stock, bulk cargo, and general cargo traffic in the port of Liepaja.
In the first eight months of 2025, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +10.6%
Gioia Tauro
2,912,943 TEUs were handled
Meyer Turku begins construction of Royal Caribbean's fourth "Icon"-class cruise ship
Miami/Turku
It will be delivered in 2027
More than one in ten maritime shipments has shortages
Washington
This is what a report by the World Shipping Council has revealed, highlighting the safety risks
Last July, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +3.8%
Ravenna
In the first seven months of 2025, growth was +5.4%
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Belgian ports fell by -3.2%.
Brussels
Landings down 1.3% and embarkations down 5.4%
Product tanker High Fidelity rescues 38 migrants on a drifting dinghy
Rome
Intervention in the south of the island of Crete
GES and RINA sign agreement to develop a prototype of a new hydrogen battery
Rovereto/Genoa
PSA's second phase of container terminal at Mumbai Port inaugurated
Singapore
Annual traffic capacity will increase to 4.8 million TEUs
The conference "EU ETS - Perspectives and Opportunities for Decarbonization in the Maritime Sector" will be held in Palermo.
Rome
It will be held on September 18th and 19th
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Korean Firms Reassess U.S. Investments After Mass Immigration Raid
(The Korea Bizwire)
Russia's infrastructure development plan aims to build 17 marine terminals by 2036
(Interfax)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Fincantieri and PGZ sign an agreement to support the modernization of the Polish Navy
Trieste
The third LSS section for Chantiers de l'Atlantique was launched in Castellammare di Stabia.
In the US, funding for wind energy development projects in ports is being cut.
Washington
Resources worth $679 million will be reallocated for port infrastructure upgrades
From January 1st, Kombiverkehr will operate the PKV intermodal terminal in the port of Duisburg.
Frankfurt am Main
It has a traffic capacity of approximately 200 thousand intermodal units per year.
Wallenius Marine and ABB form Overseas joint venture
Stockholm
The aim is to accelerate the launch of the platform of the same name for improving fleet performance.
The Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has asked the Region to agree on the appointment of Bagalà as president of the Sardinian Port Authority.
Rome
He is currently the extraordinary commissioner of the same body
DHL eCommerce has acquired a minority stake in Saudi Arabia's AJEX Logistics Services.
Bonn/Riyadh
The Middle Eastern company has two thousand employees
CMPort's port terminals handled record container traffic in the second quarter
Hong Kong
In the first six months of 2025 the total was 78.8 million TEUs (+4.3%)
Confitarma approves the decree on advanced training for tanker seafarers.
Rome
Applause to the General Command of the Port Authority Corps
Quarterly freight traffic in Moroccan ports increases
Tangier/Casablanca
In Tanger Med the growth was +17%
The board of directors of the Genoa-based Ente Bacini has been renewed.
Genoa
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