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February 6, 2024

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Exim India web site
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
  • Paradip Port achieves highest ever monthly cargo throughput of 14.32 MMT among Major Ports
  • India's GDP seen growing at 6.7 pc till FY31: CRISIL
  • APM Terminals Pipavav sets new record for vehicle handling by rail
  • PIL completes full integration with Singapore Trade Data Exchange (SGTraDex) platform
  • CSL to develop repair cluster on the western coast
  • Reports of container operations closure at Adani Krishnapatnam Port refuted
  • Mahindra Logistics announces expansion of its multi-client warehousing capacity to 5 lakh sq. ft. in Nashik
  • DGGI detects 1,700 fake ITC cases worth Rs 18k cr.
  • Salalah Free Zone, part of Asyad Group, boosts investments
  • Express business delivers consistent volume growth for Allcargo Gati
  • CMA CGM to enhance its SAFRAN service connecting North Europe with South America East Coast
  • Westwood Shipping Lines to rebrand as Swire Shipping
  • AD Ports Group & Karachi Port Trust extend cooperation through 25-year concession agreement for bulk & general cargo terminal at Karachi Port

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International Transport Journal web site
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
  • Not identical twins
  • Gruber joins EU research project
  • GLS Germany: deliveries by H2 truck
  • From LAX on PAX and freighter flights to Mexico
  • Barcelona's LNG leap
  • A promotion for Michael Castagnetto
  • A solid year for DSV
  • Intermodal routes for Chinese products
  • Zack Oakley takes the helm
  • Merger in full swing
  • Faster UK-Europe link
  • Turning back the clock
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • A330P2F conversion launched in Istanbul
  • Freshness from Japan
  • In the heart of Stuttgart
  • More African firms to gain access to railfreight
  • A new air cargo manager for Linz airport

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The Loadstar web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
  • Shippers adjust to Cape diversions, now they want freight rates to settle
  • OceanX: Hapag loses, ONE wins; DSV headcount efficiency; Schenker deadline is here; CNY looms
  • DSV is a contender for DB Schenker, but carrying some baggage...
  • Methanol passes a milestone on its way to mainstream adoption
  • New laws on goods made using forced labour could split supply chains
  • New logistics park at BGY could open a new export chapter for the airport
  • Tax waiver extension a welcome boost for Indian garment exporters
  • Uber Freight set to roll out first standard scheduling app for truckers
  • Mars Wrigley strengthens GEM supply chain leadership with two new VPs

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Marine Log web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
  • VIDEO: India's Garden Reach shipyard launches its first fully electric ferry
    The Indian Government's Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers has marked a milestone in the construction of the fully electric ferry that it is building for the Government of West Bengal (see earlier
  • SIU Canada releases report on harassment in Canadian maritime
    The Seafarers' International Union of Canada (SIU Canada) has published a report on workplace harassment and bullying within the Canadian marine sector. It indicates that 46% of seafarers have experienced harassment or
  • Birdon buys Metal Shark Bayou La Batre shipyard
    Australia's Birdon Group reports that its Birdon America Inc. subsidiary has acquired Metal Shark Boats' 32-acre Bayou La Batre shipyard in Alabama. It says that the acquisition brings a fully developed shipyard
  • Oldendorff opts for Norsepower for Teck rotor sail retrofit
    Helsinki, Finland, headquartered Norsepower is hailing the decision by Oldendorff Carriers to fit a bulker chartered by Canadian mining giant Teck Resources with three Norsepower rotor sails. As we reported in December,

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Container News web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
  • AD Ports and Karachi Port Trust forge strategic partnership with 25-year concession
    AD Ports Group has officially signed a new 25-year concession agreement for Bulk and General Cargo operations in collaboration with Karachi Port Trust (KPT), the federal agency overseeing Port of Karachi operations. The concession involves the establishment of Karachi Gateway Terminal Multipurpose Limited (KGTML), a Joint Venture majority-owned by AD Ports Group and partnered with Kaheel Terminal
  • Port of Barcelona achieves milestone with 199 LNG bunkering operations in 2023
    In 2023, the Port of Barcelona conducted 199 LNG bunkering operations, supplying a total of 143,000 m³, doubling the previous year's figures. The surge was attributed to normalized prices post the 2022 Ukraine conflict and the introduction of the Haugesund Knutsen bunkering barge. LNG bunkering operations tripled, elevating the Spanish port's share of LNG bunkered to ships from 0.2% in 2021 to 5.
  • Gebrüder Weiss expands its presence in the United States
    The international transport and logistics company Gebrüder Weiss is expanding in the United States with the acquisition of the sea and air freight forwarding company Cargo-Link. Following the establishment of new locations in Laredo, Texas, and Miami last year, Gebrüder Weiss decided to enhance its presence in the country. "We are continuously consolidating our presence in North America. With Car
  • Georgia Ports Authority to invest US$29 million to mitigate terminal truck traffic
    The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) is set to invest US$29 million in a new overpass connecting Ocean Terminal to Route 17, aimed at alleviating the impact of terminal truck traffic on local neighbourhoods. This collaborative initiative involves the Georgia Ports Authority, the city of Savannah, and the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). Originating from community engagement near Ocean Te
  • Red Sea Greens to Chinese New Year Blues: Where are container spot prices headed?
    As the Chinese New Year Blues unfold, with the "Year of the Dragon" being celebrated from the 10 th to the 15 th of February, 2024, the container spot rates finally seem to have given up their green sprints that commenced on account of the Red Sea disruption. Or have they? What could be in store going forward, for the rates? The 45-day period from 15 December 2023 to 31 January 2024 saw the World
  • Hapag-Lloyd announces new GRI from Asia to American destinations
    Hapag-Lloyd has announced a new General Rate Increase (GRI) that is set to take effect for cargo shipments from Asia (excluding Japan) to Latin America, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central America, beginning 1 March 2024. This increase applies to all 20' and 40' Dry containers, including High Cube equipment and 40' Non-operative reefers, and will remain valid until further notice. The details of t
  • Container throughput decreases at Tokyo Port
    In October 2023, the Port of Tokyo witnessed a decrease of 10.3% in foreign-trade container handling, with a total of 352,680 TEUs. According to JIFFA, loaded export containers amounted to 88,744 TEUs (down 4.8%), and empty export containers were 82,048 TEUs (down 11.7%). Imports comprised 175,246 TEUs of loaded containers (down 9.7%) and 6,642 TEUs of empty containers (down 47.9%). Also, contain

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Splash web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
  • Re-exporting animals from stranded livestock carrier no longer an option
    Some 16,000 Australian sheep and cattle stranded on the livestock carrier currently moored off Perth will not be re-exporting the cattle after the country's regulator shot the proposal down. The animals have been on the water for a full month. Several hundred cattle head were unloaded from the 2010-built, 7,900 dwt carrier on Friday but ...
  • Vard to convert 16-year-old PSV into cable layer
    Subsea cable network provider IT International Telecom Marine has chosen Norwegian shipbuilder Vard to convert the platform supply vessel (PSV) into a cable laying vessel. The PSV was built at Vard Brattvaag and delivered to Volstad Maritime in 2008 under the name Volstad Princess. SD Standard Drilling bought the vessel in 2017 before it was ...
  • Hayfin signs for bulker newbuilds at Oshima
    Hayfin Capital Management has contracted Oshima Shipbuilding in Japan through Sumisho Marine for a pair of post-panamax bulk carrier newbuilds. No price was revealed, but the UK alternative investment platform said the 100,000 dwt vessels would deliver into a long-term charter to an international energy trader in 2026. The newbuilds will be built to "world-leading ...
  • Capital Gas back at Hyundai Mipo for more liquefied CO2 carriers
    Greece's Capital Gas Ship Management Corp has returned to Hyundai Mipo Dockyard in South Korea for two more liquefied carbon dioxide (LCO2) carriers. The Ulsan-based yard said the Evangelos Marinakis-led company had signed up for a pair of 22,000 cu m ammonia and LNG-ready units, with delivery expected in July and November 2026. Capital Gas ...
  • Valaris seals UK jackup deal with Shell
    New York-listed offshore driller Valaris has secured a contract with UK supermajor Shell for its 2019-built heavy-duty harsh environment jackup Valaris 123. The rig has been earmarked for the Selene exploration well and Pensacola appraisal well in the UK southern North Sea. Shell's partner on the P2437 and P2252 licences said the contract and mobilisation ...
  • Submissions fly in for next month's MEPC
    Submissions are flying in to the London headquarters of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) ahead of the eighty-first session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) next month where the focus will be on developing legally-binding measures to ensure last year's milestone agreement to phase out greenhouse gases from shipping by 2050 is made possible. ...
  • Meadway rebrands itself as Drydel Shipping
    Greece's Meadway Shipping and Trading is changing the name of its operations this month. Effective February 19, the Costas Dellaportas-led bulker player will be known as Drydel Shipping. The name change includes outfits in Athens, Singapore, Dubai and Meadway Maritime Chartering. "This rebranding is designed to set us apart in the marketplace and eliminate any ...
  • Tehran warns Pentagon to steer clear of two IRISL 'spy' ships
    The US military struck multiple Houthi positions in Yemen over the weekend, while Iran warned the US yesterday to avoid targeting two ships ostensibly belonging to Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL). The two vessels - Behshad and Saviz - have long been suspected of being spy ships for Iran's Revolutionary Guard, having loitered ...
  • Foremost sells off two older capes
    Hot on the heels of newbuild orders for four methanol-powered kamsarmax bulkers in China, New York-based Foremost Group is offloading two of its three oldest capes. The Angela Chao-led owner is shipping out the 176,000 dwt 2011 Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding-built Yue May and Guo May for $26m each, according to brokers. The move comes ahead ...
  • Jinhui in $31m capesize swoop
    Chinese bulker owner and operator Jinhui Shipping and Transportation is expanding its fleet with a capesize purchase from Taiwan's Hsin Chien Marine. The Oslo- and Hong Kong-listed outfit has snapped up the 181,279 dwt 2012 Imabari-built for $30.95m. The vessel, estimated at $32m by the online pricing platform VesselsValue, is set to deliver between July ...
  • DOF wins PSV contract in Australia
    Oslo-listed offshore vessel owner DOF has secured a contract from an unnamed international oil company for its platform supplier. The 2012-built vessel has been fixed for two years for work in Australian waters. The contract worth between NOK250m ($23.5m) and NOK 500m ($47m) starts in the first quarter of 2024 and comes with extension ...
  • Eidesvik extends CSV shipmanagement deal with DEME
    Norway's Eidesvik has signed a three-year extension to its ship management agreement with Belgian marine contractor DEME for the construction support vessel (CSV). Eidesvik sold the CSV to DEME for conversion into a cable layer at a reported price of $118m in August 2022. The provision of full technical management, crewing, and operation of ...
  • Wood scores $80m Equinor extension in Brazil
    UK engineering firm Wood has secured an $80m contract extension with Equinor to deliver maintenance and modification solutions for Peregrino assets offshore Brazil. The two-year extension will see Wood continue to provide solutions to optimise the Peregrino wellhead platforms and floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) unit, delivering engineering, prefabrication and outfitting, offshor
  • Vintage VLCC prices edge down
    Even though more than 10 rusty ladies have been reported sold this year, prices are finally coming down for vintage VLCCs. Broking sources report that a raft of ships have been circulated, but buyers are reluctant to bid despite healthy earnings. The latest reported sale in the sector is the 16-year-old Tohshi, a 300,500 dwt ...
  • LNG carrier deliveries this year to smash previous record by close to 50%
    The pace of LNG newbuild deliveries will smash records this year, beating the previous annual gas ship delivery peak of 2021 by 48%. Data from Clarksons Research shows 89 LNG ships - with a combined 14.9 cu m capacity - are due to deliver this year, more than double the 10-year average, representing a 48% ...
  • AD Ports builds base in Karachi
    The UAE's AD Ports Group has signed a concession agreement for bulk and general cargo operations with Karachi Port Trust (KPT). Under the terms of the 25-year concession agreement, Karachi Gateway Terminal Multipurpose Limited (KGTML), a joint venture between AD Ports Group, as a majority shareholder, and Kaheel Terminals, a UAE-based company, will develop, operate ...

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Lloyd's List web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
  • Seizures, sanctions, and criminal charges in latest US crackdown on Iranian oil
    The US announced a major crackdown on a 'billion-dollar global network' trafficking Iranian oil, coinciding with US airstrikes on Iran-backed...
  • The Lloyd's List Podcast: The lingering scandal of Brillante Virtuoso
    The murder of David Mockett, the maritime surveyor at the heart of the Brillante Virtuoso scandal, continues to cast a...
  • Lloyd's fails widow of British surveyor murdered in Brillante Virtuoso marine insurance fraud
    Mockett's widow has sold her jewellery and house over past 13 years, while family and friends have waged a so-far...
  • Marinakis doubles order for largest-yet CO2 carriers
    Nasdaq-listed affiliate Capital Product Partners, which is undergoing a makeover into a pure gas shipping company, has been given the...
  • Recycling candidates in short supply as Red Sea effect pushes up freight rates
    The situation in the Red Sea is stifling the number of demolition candidates, indicating that ship recycling will likely remain...
  • Ukraine Black Sea corridor exports hit 20m tonnes
    Ukraine's self-managed corridor enabled exports of 20m tonnes on 661 vessels to 32 countries, with agricultural product shipments forming more...
  • Shipping is fundamentally changing and Euronav is going to prove it, says Saverys
    The passionate chief executive of Euronav and CMB talks candidly about the pace of change ahead, why the plan to...
  • Transpacific spot rates spike as pressure eases on Europe trades
    Supply chain disruptions from the initial shock of Red Sea rerouting are starting to ease. But rising demand for the...
  • The week in charts: Government pressure grows on dark fleet dilemma | Nexus behind Sino-Russia trade's newest recruit | Somali pirate attacks add to Red Sea confusion
    The rise of the dark fleet and a growing problem with fraudulent flags has spurred action from governments concerned about...
  • Iran warns against targeting 'spy ship' amid latest Houthi air strikes
    Tehran claims the converted general cargoship, Behshad, widely suspected of providing intelligence gathering support to Houthi ship attackers, is not...
  • The week in newbuildings: PCTC orderbook hits 181 vessels
    The orderbook for pure car and truck carriers continues to grow with Neptune Lines and Eastern Pacific Shipping both adding...
  • CMA CGM confirms halt to Red Sea routing
    CMA CGM was the last of the major carriers to risk Bab el Mandeb transits. The latest close call on...
  • AD Ports seals Karachi Port concession
    The latest deal gives AD Ports full control of the multi-purpose East Wharf. The UAE-based port operator sees Pakistan as...
  • Daily Briefing
    Flags of Deceit could send shipping hurtling back to the bad old days | Beware the dark fleet, price cap...
  • Japanese shipping groups expect weaker earnings despite temporary Red Sea boost
    Forecasts seem to suggest the rerouting-driven surge in container rates is not expected to substantially offset the post-pandemic downturn in...
  • Seacor offloads continue with sale of Caribbean liner and logistics business
    Logistics and transport company Seacor Holdings has sold its Carribbean liner and logistics business to King Ocean Services. It is...
  • Ofac blacklists Hong Kong-based IRGC front involved in Iranian commodity sales
    The US has blacklisted another entity involved in sales of Iranian commodities sales for the benefit of the IRGC-QF, adding...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
  • Industrial expansion driving boost in New Orleans project cargo volumes
    Project volumes will include steel and modules related to the development of the second phase of the $21 billion Venture Global liquefied natural gas export facility under construction in Plaquemines Parish, downriver from New Orleans.
  • Gebrüder Weiss buys Cargo-Link, expanding US LCL network
    The Austria-based global logistics provider looks to increase its US presence, adding less-than-containerload services by acquiring a Utah-based forwarder.
  • Uber Freight, SSC testing digital truck scheduling standard
    A pilot version of a truck appointment scheduling API is part of the hunt for new digital standards for supply chains that are still encumbered by manual processes.
  • Norfolk Southern canceling, rerouting traffic on some intermodal lanes
    The railroad is eliminating or adjusting service in four cities this month in a move to shift resources to corridors where it believes freight will surge over the next decade.
  • Ulsan joins race for methanol hub status with bunkering of 16,000-TEU vessel
    The South Korean port is the latest to establish its credentials as a sustainable fuel hub as competition between global gateways intensifies.

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TradeWinds web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
  • International Seaways and Ultranav forge new aframax pool with a familiar name
    Miami-based Cape Tankers to run fleet of six to 12 modern crude and product carriers
  • US investor BlackRock reveals new stake in dry bulk operator
    World's largest asset manager stocks up on niche-market specialist Pangaea Logistics
  • Stolt-Nielsen crashes through 13% holding in chemical tanker rival Odfjell
    Norwegian giant has amassed 3.2m more shares in peer shipowner
  • US Gulf Coast VLCC fixtures slump to nine-month low
    Rates for largest crude carriers remain muted despite favourable market conditions
  • Shipping's 'worst corporate dumper' revealed by shipbreaking NGO
    World's largest liner company beached the most ships in 2023, says environmental group
  • Oil spill off Brazil sparks hunt for Panama-flag tanker
    The investigation seeks details on 170 square-kilometre slick
  • 'Dire need': Vard to convert veteran Canadian PSV into cable layer
    Fincantieri-owned shipbuilder clinches deal to give new lease of life to ship it built in 2008
  • Nuclear power for shipping takes a step forward with the help of the world's largest shipyard
    Key agreement also involves other partners in development of molten chloride reactors
  • Core Power seals deal with HD Hyundai to explore nuclear power for shipping
    Key agreement also involves other partners in development of molten chloride reactors
  • Euronav tanker unwittingly caught up in $1bn Iran oil smuggling probe
    Operation included tanker seized by British marines and vessel tied to STS operation with Euronav tanker
  • Yasa picks Clarksons broker Katrine Birkholm as godmother of new bulker
    Young Clarksons Denmark staffer recommended by boss Nicolai Kofoed for ceremony in China
  • Kristian Gerhard Jebsen exiting tankers with $104m sale taking shape
    One vessel sold and brokers reporting disposal of the other following Torm deal last year
  • Foremost linked to five capesize sales as S&P market fires up
    Just a few weeks after ordering modern kamsarmaxes, the Chao clan is shaking out at least two bigger, older bulkers
  • Costas Dellaportas changes name of Meadway Shipping to avoid confusion with brother's outfit
    Greek bulker company becomes DryDel Shipping three years after fleet split with George Dellaportas
  • Oldendorff picks Norsepower for wind retrofit
    Bulker Dietrich Oldendorff is to have three rotors fitted
  • Evangelos Marinakis doubles up on liquefied CO2 carrier newbuildings at Hyundai Mipo
    Greek shipowner's carriers are the biggest to have been ordered to date
  • Foremost linked to multiple sales as capesize S&P market fires up
    Just a few weeks after ordering modern kamsarmaxes, the Chao clan is shaking out at least two bigger, older bulkers
  • Hayfin Capital opens $1bn war chest to order charter-backed bulkers from Japan
    Move is part of a planned series of investments
  • Clarksons gives cautious backing to Euronav's 'intriguing' green shift after US analyst doubts
    Investment bank believes merger with CMB.TECH offers a play on the future of shipping
  • Broker Mili Verma joins the board of M3 Marine's UK offshoot
    Robert Day-led operation brings in Singapore S&P specialist
  • KCC primed for earnings hike amid soaring product tanker rates, DNB says
    Share price target raised by 27% to NOK 127 because of rate tailwinds
  • Red Sea or refineries? Which will be decisive for product tankers, asks SSY
    Head of tanker research Claire Grierson identifies the trends shaping 2024
  • Clarksons raises concern over LNG rates as 2024 newbuilding deliveries set to smash record
    But Clarksons Research identifies factors that could offset impact of newbuilding armada
  • Transport Capital 'shocked' after banker Oliver Faak dies at 58
    Veteran German banker passed away suddenly after suffering a cardiac arrest, company says
  • Evangelos Marinakis doubles up on liquified CO2 carrier newbuildings at Hyundai Mipo
    Greek shipowner's carriers are the biggest to have been ordered to date
  • Nordic banking giant Nordea's shipping loan book reports 2023 fall
    Nordea's shipping book stood at $5.1bn at the end of last year
  • Hunter eyes 'multi-year bull cycle' after taking VLCC charter gamble
    Norwegian operator talks up prospects for big tankers it has fixed in for three years
  • Turkish pilot falls to his death while boarding vessel in Bosphorus
    Oguz Kok believed to have died of hypothermia in cold Istanbul waters
  • Frontline sells oldest suezmax to Greek owner Moundreas amid climbing values
    Deal confirms analyst expectations that Fredriksen firm would continue getting rid of some vintage tankers
  • Accused shadow fleet aframax sold for recycling for the second time
    As tanker Bradley heads to Pakistan for scrapping, two bulkers and a box ship set to meet same fate in Bangladesh
  • NYK Line expects Red Sea crisis to boost bottom line in fourth quarter
    Japanese shipowner says tighter supply and demand conditions are resulting in higher market levels
  • Weak container ship and bulker markets continue to hurt K Line
    Japanese shipowner gives little insight into how Red Sea crisis is impacting its bottom line
  • SSY asks: Will big bulker momentum drip down to the smaller sizes this year?
    Shipbroker has a constructive outlook for 2024, but thinks dynamics between bulker segments could get interesting

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American Shipper web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
  • Red Sea turmoil drives Chinese exporters to rail, other alternatives
    A recent round of U.S. and British strikes raise fresh questions about the impact of container shipping in the Red Sea.
  • Seacor Holdings sells Caribbean container shipping operations
    Seacor Holdings continues to pare down its shipping sector assets, most recently selling off its Caribbean container business.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
SAILING LIST
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Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
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- country
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Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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