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Exim India web site
JUNE 6, 2024
  • CONCOR & SCI ink MoU to provide seamless end-to-end logistics solutions
  • Congestion in Singapore & nearby Asian ports reportedly impacting key sailings
  • Disbursal of Drawback amounts into the exporters' accounts through PFMS
  • At INTERCARGO meetings in Tokyo, safety and decarbonisation in dry bulk shipping were key issues for members
  • CMA CGM PSS from Indian Subcontinent to US West Coast
  • Global container port performance rankings impacted by regional disruptions
  • Connectivity trials to Middle East ports for IMEC on the anvil
  • 'Allcargo Group has set its sight on achieving carbon neutrality by 2040'
  • Baltimore port to reopen full main shipping channel after 78 days
  • Container shortage driving freight rates
  • YOU ASK.. WE ANSWER...

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International Transport Journal web site
JUNE 6, 2024
  • Balkan gateway registers record high
  • From Upper Styria to the whole of Europe by rail
  • Forwarders see optimistic outlook for H2/2024
  • DHL enters French partnership
  • New partner for groupage network in Portugal
  • Tailored air cargo software for NAV
  • Realterm fortifies Florida portfolio
  • IRS to help create UP Inland Waterways Authority
  • Mourning Barbara Spector Yeninas
  • Five years of Challenge Airlines BE
  • More railfreight at Southampton
  • A fresh solution for the cold chain
  • Commercial adoption of OCC hinges on regulations
  • Scannell picks development manager for France
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Switzerland and Bangladesh ink agreement
  • 7,000 journeys with HVO save 1,000 t of CO2
  • Welcoming back an old friend
  • Vahle wins automation contract for Khalifa port
  • Nox strengthens corporate security

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The Loadstar web site
JUNE 5, 2024
  • Asia-N Europe is lines' lowest earner, as shippers report rollovers
  • Flooding brings North European barge traffic to the brink of chaos
  • Bright outlook as air cargo courses for double-digit growth
  • Mexico's transcontinental corridor - a threat to Panama?
  • Chinese container makers reveal surge in orders
  • Seko Logistics takes legal action against CBP despite reinstatement
  • New Patenga Container Terminal set to add capacity at Chittagong
  • Southern German supply chains hit as flooding closes rail and road connections
  • Opposition to Weights and Dimensions Directive grows over truck fears
  • ATSG appoints Mike Berger as new CEO
  • BIFA board gets three new faces

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Marine Log web site
JUNE 5, 2024
  • New state-of-the-art Port Delaware is in the works
    The State of Delaware is to get a new Port Delaware. The state is join the private operator of the Port of Wilmington, Enstructure, to build a new port terminal at a
  • ABS Wavesight unveils new My Digital Fleet software features
    Real-time, data-driven insights supporting regulatory compliance, improving fleet efficiency, reducing operational costs and meeting fleet decarbonization goals are key benefits of its My Digital Fleet (MDF) software unveiled this week by ABS
  • Wärtsilä solutions will minimize emissions of new La Méridionale RoPax duo
    Two new LNG-fueled RoPax ferries under construction at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard for CMA CGM subsidiary La Méridionale will feature an extensive range of Wärtsilä technology. The 180-meter long ferries will be
  • NYSERDA finalizes new Empire Wind and Sunrise Wind contracts
    NYSERDA (New York State Energy Research and Development Authority) has finalized new purchase and sales agreements for the energy produced by two major offshore wind projects: Both projects had previously been awarded

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Container News web site
JUNE 5, 2024
  • Easyfresh Netherlands joins BlueBoxOcean platform
    BlueBox Systems, a leading developer of intelligent freight tracking systems, introduces Easyfresh Netherlands as a new customer on its BlueBoxOcean platform. Easyfresh Netherlands is part of the Spanish cold chain logistics company Easyfresh Logistics. The Dutch corporation now has access to data on 98% of all worldwide ocean freight flows. BlueBoxOcean offers a significant contribution to incre
  • Leaders tackle shadow fleets, decarbonization, and energy shipping at Posidonia 2024
    At the dynamic inaugural panel session of the Tradewinds Shipowners Forum at Posidonia 2024, Harry Conway, leading the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), delved into an extensive dialogue with prominent figures from the shipping sector regarding regulatory challenges spanning from shadow fleets to the adoption of alternative fuels. "We
  • X-Press Feeders moves into large-ship segment with 11,000 TEU quartet
    X-Press Feeders has commissioned its first Neo-Panamax ships. The Singapore-based operator has ordered four 11,000 TEU methanol dual-fuelled vessels at Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding in China. These newbuildings will be installed with scrubbers, windshields, and various energy-saving and drag-reduction solutions, to consume less fuel. The order was made on 29 May, after X-Press Feeders took del
  • Chittagong's Patenga Terminal to launch operations next week
    The much-awaited Patenga Container Terminal (PCT) in Chittagong is going to begin its journey on 10 June. Through the PCT's inauguration, Bangladesh's prime seaport Chittagong is set to get a new container terminal, 17 years after the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT) launched operations. The newly built box terminal will enhance Chittagong port's container handling capacity by 500,000 TEUs an
  • Port of NY/NJ hits record: 700K+ TEUs in April, 9.4% growth
    In April, the Port of New York and New Jersey maintained its strong momentum for the year thus far, handling a total of 709,469 TEUs (396,517 containers), marking a 9.4% increase compared to the corresponding period last year. From January to April, the UK port processed 2,710,918 TEUs (1,501,276 containers). Imports in TEUs remained robust in April, reaching 349,792 TEUs (196,960 containers), up
  • RightShip and ZeroNorth forge alliance to spearhead maritime industry decarbonization
    RightShip, a prominent global digital maritime platform focused on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles, has joined forces with ZeroNorth, a leader in data-driven maritime optimization. This partnership allows users of both platforms to access and utilize RightShip's GHG 2.0 Rating and Safety Score, along with ZeroNorth's advanced CII Emissions Analytics solution. By combining t
  • CMA CGM updates freight rates worldwide
    CMA CGM, the French carrier, has announced Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates effective from 1 July 2024, for shipments originating from North Europe, West Mediterranean, East Mediterranean, Black Sea, and Baltic regions to Australia and New Zealand. 20'ST 40'ST/HC 20'RF 40'RF/RH North Europe to Australia* US$1,873 US$3,746 US$3,255 US$4,950 North Europe to New Zealand** US$1,735 US$3,250 US$2,975 US$
  • Danaos denounces protectionism threat to shipping
    One of the major threats to shipping was identified by John Coustas, the president and CEO of ship owner Danaos Corporation, who said that deglobalisation is the major threat to shipping today. Speaking at Posidonia's Capital Link conference in Athens, Coustas said that globalised trade is better for the world's population because it reduces costs and he added that container shipping was a disrup
  • Ocean Network Express and Transmanut provide greener truck options in France
    Ocean Network Express (ONE) is currently providing customers in France the opportunity to transport their cargo inland using trucks powered by biofuel in cooperation with logistics firm Transmanut. According to a statement, operating in the Le Havre area, the trucks will utilise Oleo100 fuel, which is made from 100% French rapeseed residue. The fuel provides a 60% reduction in CO2 emissions and i
  • ZIM container denied entry in Malaysia
    A truck carrying a ZIM container was ordered to turn back by Malaysian customs, showing that the Southeast Asian country is taking a hardened stance against the Israeli carrier. Last December, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim imposed an entry ban on ZIM ships and Israel-flagged vessels, in response to the Gaza War. Malaysian customs said today that in the 2 June incident at the checkpoint o
  • IRS and Uttar Pradesh Transport Department sign landmark MoU
    The Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) and the Uttar Pradesh Transport Department have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish the UP Inland Waterways Authority. This collaboration aims to develop and regulate inland waterways in Uttar Pradesh, thereby enhancing transportation efficiency and fostering economic growth. Under this agreement, the IRS will assist the Uttar Pra
  • Regional Container Lines launches cutting-edge 7,080 TEU vessel
    Regional Container Lines Public Company Limited (RCL), a leading global shipping company based in Thailand, announced the launch of its newest vessel, "GURU BHUM," at a distinguished naming ceremony in Shanghai during the second quarter of 2024. The event was attended by Sumate Tanthuwanit, chairman of the executive committee of RCL; Dr Twinchok Tanthuwanit, president of RCL, as well as notable V
  • PD Ports appoints new chief people and compliance officer
    PD Ports announced the addition of Michelle Robson to its executive leadership team, furthering PD Ports' vision to become the UK's premier and most sustainable seaport and port logistics operator. As Chief People and Compliance Officer, Michelle will oversee a wide array of essential functions across the PD Ports Group, including Human Resources, health, safety, and environment, resilience, busi
  • European container lines introduce Asia surcharges
    Two major container shipping lines, Hapag-Lloyd and CMA CGM, have announced new Peak Season Surcharges for shipments originating from Asia. German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd revealed an increase in the Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) from the Far East, including Oceania, to North Europe and the Mediterranean. This adjustment applies to all sailings beginning on the tariffing date of 15 June 2024 and r
  • DP World aims for 40% rail freight share at Southampton by 2026
    DP World is encouraging freight owners to move their products by rail from Southampton, removing thousands of vehicles off the UK's highways and aiming for a 40% rail freight share in 2026. The Modal Shift Programme at Southampton, which is being extended until the end of next year, encourages freight owners to transport their import-laden containers by rail to a railhead within 140 miles of the
  • Telemar opens new office in Spain
    Telemar, a provider of smart maintenance and remote access technology, is establishing an office in Algeciras, Spain. This is another strategic move to increase the company's global presence in important ports and shipping hubs, allowing clients to receive more timely service solutions. The Algeciras office will allow Telemar to directly serve clients in the region for the first time, expanding t

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Splash web site
JUNE 5, 2024
  • Performance Shipping agrees aframax charter with Aramco
    Greece's Performance Shipping has entered into a time charter contract with Aramco's trading arm, Aramco Trading, for one of its aframax tankers. The deal will see the 2011-built, 104,588 dwt tanker Briolette work for Aramco for two years. The charterer has the option to shorten or extend the deal by 30 days. The deal began ...
  • Alpha DCM Investments sells one of its two supramaxes
    Shipowner Alpha DCM Investments has sold one of its supramax bulkers to Marshall Islands-registered Stem Marine. Alpha DCM Investments, a 50/50 joint venture between Croatian firm Alpha Adriatic and Dutch financial adviser DC Maritime Partners, sold the 52,000 dwt bulker Valovine. According to a Zagreb stock exchange filing, the vessel has already been handed over ...
  • Boluda increases fleet by six with Les Abeilles International acquisition
    The world's largest tugboat operator Boluda Towage has signed a deal to acquire French vessel owner Les Abeilles International. Les Abeilles, created in 1864, is contracted by Marine National for rapid response rescue and anti-pollution interventions. The company has carried out more than 200 successful maritime rescue operations over the last 20 years. This acquisition ...
  • Hyundai and Capital Gas get nod for LCO2 carrier
    HD HHI and Evangelos Marinakis-led Capital Gas Ship Management have received approval in principle for a 40,000 cu m LCO2 carrier from the classification society Lloyd's Register. The project builds on the deal for the construction of four 22,000 cu m low-pressure LCO2 carriers equipped with IMO Type C storage tanks and a cargo handling ...
  • Danaos Shipping 'unseaworthy' bulker banned from Australian ports
    Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has banned the Cypriot-flagged bulk carrier Peace owned by Greek firm Danaos Shipping from entering Australian ports for three months for being 'unseaworthy'. Danaos Shipping also operates the container ship Suez Canal which was detained by the Authority in January this year. AMSA acting executive director of operations, Greg Witherall, said ...
  • DeepOcean wins recycling gig offshore UK
    Norwegian ocean services provider DeepOcean has been awarded a recycling project from an undisclosed 'international operator' on the UK continental shelf. The contract will be overseen from DeepOcean's Aberdeen office with offshore activities scheduled during 2024. The campaign spans over 120 days and is segmented into five sub-campaigns, each addressing specific tasks crucial for the ...
  • Atlas Maritime adds two suezmax tankers to orderbook
    Leon Patitsas-led Atlas Maritime has ordered two suezmax tankers from South Korea's DH Shipbuilding. Atlas Maritime has ordered the vessels in partnership with Danish shipping investment firm European Maritime Finance (EMF). The two 157,000 dwt ships will be dual-fuel capable with LNG readiness and eco-class designation. The deal between the parties was signed on Tuesday ...
  • War, the dark fleet and energy geopolitics all part of the debate at Posidonia
    War, the dark fleet and energy geopolitics dominated discussion at yesterday's Tradewinds Shipowners Forum, one of the flagship events at this year's Posidonia gathering in Athens. Harry Conway, chair of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), told delegates everyone should be concerned by dark fleet activity because of the ...
  • New York agrees new power deals for two key offshore wind projects
    The Empire Wind 1 and Sunrise Wind offshore wind farms are back on track after the developers of the two projects signed new power contracts with the New York State authorities. Empire Wind 1 is an 810MW project developed by Equinor while Sunrise Wind is developed by Ørsted and Eversource and will have a capacity ...
  • BP chooses Seatrium for Kaskida FPU work
    Singapore shipyard group Seatrium has been awarded a letter of intent by energy supermajor BP for early engineering works pending the finalisation of a definitive contract for engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning work for the Kaskida floating production unit (FPU) project. Comprising a single topside module supported by a four-column semi-submersible hull, the Kaskida FPU ...
  • Shelf Drilling secures $66m jackup extension from Chevron in Angola
    Oslo-listed offshore driller Shelf Drilling has secured a new contract for one of its jackup drilling rigs. The company won a 15-month deal for the Shelf Drilling Tenacious rig which will work offshore West Africa. The award will begin in direct continuation of the Singapore-built unit's current contract, extending the commitment until February 2026. The ...
  • HD Hyundai's ammonia-powered car carrier gets stamp of approval
    Classification society Korean Register (KR) has awarded approval in principle for a next-generation K-ammonia storage and powered pure car and truck carrier (PCTC) developed by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries. Hyundai Glovis and G-Marine Service assisted in the risk assessment process for the vessel and the approval in principle was awarded at this year's Posidonia event ...
  • Startups on parade at Posidonia
    Standing out among the hustle and bustle of the Posidonia event taking place in Athens this week was Tuesday's Maritime Technology Demo Day. Co-organised by TMV, The Captain's Table, lomarlabs, Signal Ventures, CyberOwl, Flagship Founders, SSY, Cetus Maritime and Maritime London with support from Lloyd's Register, motion Ventures and theDock, the event gave the floor ...
  • Baltimore port expected to open full main shipping channel this weekend
    The full 213 m wide main shipping channel into Baltimore port will open this weekend some 75 days since the 9,962 teu Dali containership lost power, slammed into a bridge and cut off operations at most of America's ninth largest port. Crews lifted the last large piece of the downed Francis Scott Key Bridge blocking ...
  • American ports seen lagging when it comes to port efficiency
    The newest global Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) reveals that East and Southeast Asian ports excelled in 2023, accounting for 13 of the top 20 places. Developed by the World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence, the fourth edition of the CPPI highlights how regional disruptions impacted port performance everywhere. The CPPI is based on ...
  • Ammonia-fuelled VLOC project presses ahead at Posidonia
    Lloyd's Register (LR) has granted approval in principle (AiP) to the Marine Design & Research Institute of China (MARIC) for a 360,000 dwt ammonia-fuelled very large ore carrier (VLOC) design. The vessel is designed as an oceangoing single screw ammonia dual-fuel ore carrier. With larger cargo capacity, besides iron ore, bauxite can also be loaded ...
  • Chinese seafarers see strongest increase in wages
    China has seen the strongest increase in seafarer wages across the main seafaring countries in international shipping in recent years, according to the latest Manning Annual Review and Forecast report published by consultancy Drewry. China is a large and, more importantly, growing supply source of seafarers. It maintains its position as the second-largest supplier of ...
  • New model to finance port call payments launched
    Wilhelmsen Port Services, in collaboration with Round Fort Capital, launched at the Posidonia exhibition in Greece a financial service that eliminates the need for prefunding of port calls and canal transits. Prefunding has long been the industry standard, requiring customers to advance funds based on proforma disbursement accounts (PDAs) before port calls. This model often ...
  • Can shipmanagers get their clients to pay a bit extra?
    Is never easy asking an owner to pay more for a service. Splash asks how managers can navigate this tricky issue in the latest chapter from our brand new magazine being distributed across Posidonia this week. The average American's supermarket spend has leapt by 25% in the 2020s, figures that are replicated around much of ...

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Lloyd's List web site
JUNE 5, 2024
  • We gave the seafarers internet, and now they can't get off it
    Employers complain about seafarers not getting enough rest, not socialising on board and facing an added hardship from greater awareness...
  • Record newbuilding orders expected to emerge from 'red hot' Posidonia
    The febrile atmosphere of a Posidonia gathering populated by cash-rich owners preaching optimistic forecasts of sustained market fortunes has prompted...
  • DP World Melbourne experiencing 'extreme congestion'
    Container Transport Alliance Australia says DP World West Swanson Terminal has used a neighbouring terminal in Melbourne to relieve the...
  • Supreme Court default ruling will have wider impact on law of contract
    Case highlights interaction of principle of mitigation and potentially opposing compensatory principle after breach of contract, argue WFW senior associates
  • Onboard carbon capture feasible, but only if it is incentivised
    The Norway-based classification society has published a white paper exploring the feasibility of onboard carbon capture as a decarbonisation solution
  • Greek Navy makes anti-STS measures more permanent
    The area within the Laconian Gulf had become a hotspot for ship-to-ship transfers before repeated warnings on naval exercises restricted...
  • Taiwan's TS Lines makes third attempt at an IPO in Hong Kong
    As a Taipei-based shipping company with a focus on China's Greater Bay Area, TS Lines acknowledges the risks associated with...
  • Rightship partners with ZeroNorth in GHG rating tie-up
    Rightship ratings have been making headway in the shipping industry as an emission benchmark
  • Smaller bulkers are a good bet, but capes may reward the brave
    Ursa Shipbrokers' Simon Ward says the future looks bright for smaller bulkers against a backdrop of global conflict, growth in...
  • Greek flag enters digital age with first electronic certificate
    New application seen as 'essential first step' towards digitalising the country's shipping ministry
  • Busy Marinakis eyes larger CO2 carrier
    Posidonia has also seen Greece-based shipowner sign up for two LNG dual-fuel very large crude carriers in China
  • FuelEU could prove pivotal decarbonisation disruptor, says ABS chief
    The new regulation will have stronger incentives as well as penalties and could make real change, Chris Wiernicki told a...
  • Russian Urals crude price falling, now back near price cap
    With increased scrutiny on sanctions, Russian Urals may continue to be largely transported by the dark fleet even if oil...
  • Daily Briefing
    ESG backlash sees investors walk away from green shipping | Absence of green fuel guidance leaves Greek owners in state...
  • Idled tankers and gas carriers to cost $286bn by 2050 in decarbonisation scenario, new paper says
    Tankers could be retrofitted to expand their lifespan, while significant hurdles exist for gas and LPG carriers to be converted

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JUNE 5, 2024
  • Barbara Yeninas, maritime communications pioneer, leaves 50-year legacy
    Barbara Yeninas, who died May 31, is remembered as a passionate supporter of the container shipping industry, having cut her teeth reporting on the Port of Newark and then launching a well-known communications firm.
  • Knock-on effects of unexpected container shortage take aim at North America: analyst
    The current chaos playing out in the container market globally doesn't have to last that long to have some big impacts on North American intermodal, writes Larry Gross.
  • Bottlenecks flare in Barcelona as port battles rise in transshipment volumes
    As a destination port, Barcelona is being used for transshipment beyond its capacity, something that has increased dwell times and slowed the turnaround of vessels.
  • Transfix selling digital brokerage business to NFI Industries
    One of the first "digital-native" brokerages, Transfix is shifting its focus to selling software as a service to other brokers, including NFI.
  • No industry consensus on duration of Asia-Europe ocean disruption
    The return of regular voyages to the Red Sea and Suez Canal will signal an end to the current disruption on the Asia-Europe trade lane, but there remains zero visibility on when that will happen.
  • Financial burden of decarbonization more likely to fall on ocean carriers
    To the extent carriers can't pass those costs along, the industry faces the prospect of sharply higher costs for zero-carbon fuels, and potentially further consolidation and reduction in choice for shippers.
  • SEKO reinstated to US duty-free program, but still pursuing action against CBP
    The forwarder says it has been "conditionally" restored to CBP's so-called Type 86 program and has filed a complaint against the agency to get reinstated without conditions.
  • China's ports still lead performance rankings, while India's move higher: CPPI
    The fourth edition of the Container Port Performance Index shows some changes in the annual list's middle tier as ports improve and new entrants make their mark.

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TradeWinds web site
JUNE 5, 2024
  • Kylie Minogue leaves Posidonia feeling lucky, lucky, lucky
    Capital party lives up to its big-ticket reputation with performance from Australian superstar
  • Shipping decarbonisation: Alexander Saverys and Mikael Skov on milking the cow and not betting the farm
    Leaders share their views on future investments as major plays take shape
  • 'Chase your passion': Angeliki Frangou discusses diversity and diversification
    Navios chief executive opens up in one-on-one live interview at Posidonia
  • Ship escapes damage after blast off Saudi coastline
    Houthis have stockpile of weaponry that will allow attacks to continue for months, say analysts
  • Performance Shipping extends Aramco aframax charter for $8,500 per day extra
    Two-year fix shows strength of sector as spot rates jump
  • Excelerate Energy FSRU heading for repairs after storm damage
    Excelerate Energy regas unit set to head to yard in Singapore or Middle East
  • 'Unusually' low activity forces VLCC rates down 20%, Clarksons says
    Analysts note slow bookings for mid-June cargoes on big tankers
  • 'Right now we're blessed': Red Sea profit bonanza must be reinvested in greener shipping, says Polys Hajioannou
    Maritime industry must make good use of its fat years as long as it can, according to Greek Cypriot owner
  • Panama Canal passage price hits $1m for gas carriers as auction transits hit year-high
    But data shows costs now falling at waterway as delays shrink
  • Vicente Boluda snaps up AHTS fleet of French rival Les Abeilles
    Spanish owner's Boluda Towage seals acquisition of six modern ships
  • Diana Shipping boosts charter coverage in bulker deals with Reachy and Aquavita
    Greek owner fixes post-panamaxes to new operators after Cobelfret deals end
  • Notorious Russian oil transfer hot spot nixed for a further six weeks
    Greek Navy exercises in Laconian Gulf extended to July in blow to illicit ship-to-ship transfers
  • Under-invested handysize tanker sector heading for 'major supply crunch', warns Gibson
    UK broker says ageing fleet is becoming a problem for major charterers
  • Christmas comes early for Maersk as boss Vincent Clerc warns cargo rush will deepen congestion
    Supply chain to be stretched by sudden onslaught of orders, Danish company CEO says
  • Oman's Asyad Shipping named as buyer of Hanwha Ocean VLCC berths
    Middle Eastern owner appears to have fought off Greek competitors for 2026 slots
  • Stolt Tankers doubles roll-out of Shipshave's hull-cleaning robot
    Dutch owner will now use ITCH service on 20 tankers to cut fuel use
  • DC Maritime and Alpha Adriatic find Greek buyer for supramax bulker
    Joint venture offloads modern vessel to TST International, with management deal also in place
  • Kasuga Kaiun orders ultramax and handysize bulkers in China
    Company increases tally at New Dayang Shipyard and Jiangmen Nanyang
  • Shipping decarbonisation: Alexander Saverys and Mikael Skov on milking the cow and not betting the farm
    Leaders share their views on future investments as major plays take shape
  • Trading giant Trafigura ramps up push into VLCC sector with three more newbuildings
    Commodities giant returns to China for more tankers
  • Trafigura settles UK nickel cargo fraud case with billionaire Reuben brothers
    Shipowning siblings had sued trader over $8.4m shipment that turned out to be worthless rubble
  • RightShip and ZeroNorth team up to offer joint emissions-rating services
    Powerhouse shipping platforms announce collaboration deal
  • NYK splashes $64m as it launches new $640m share buyback scheme
    Japanese shipowner starts again with stock repurchases after spending ¥204bn under previous scheme
  • Kasuga Kaiun orders ultramax and handysize bulk carriers in China
    Company ups ultramax bulker tally at New Dayang Shipyard and inks handies at Jiangmen Nanyang
  • Vitol poised to dive into LNG bunkering with three newbuildings
    Trading house joining clutch of new players moving to break into growing business area
  • 'Unseaworthy' Danaos capesize bulker banned from Australian waters
    Incident follows banning of another of the Greek owner's vessels in January 2024
  • Shipping decarbonization: Alexander Saverys and Mikael Skov on milking the cow and not betting the farm
    Leaders share their views on future investments as major plays take shape
  • Green transition threatens billions in lost profits and value for fossil fuel ships, study finds
    If global economy follows the trajectory of Paris Agreement, the demand slump presents a stranded asset risk for tankers and gas carriers
  • Vafias family firm Brave Maritime buys bulker duo to extend dry cargo investment drive
    Greek shipowner has added two Japanese-built vessels to its growing fleet
  • Atlas Maritime strikes again with fresh suezmax newbuildings in South Korea
    Leon Patitsas' total orderbook races past the $2bn-mark with scrubber-fitted, dual-fuel tankers at DH Shipbuilding
  • Asian port congestion continues to get worse, warns Linerlytica
    Almost half of Asia-Europe westbound sailings have missed departure dates

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American Shipper web site
JUNE 5, 2024
  • Seko Logistics takes CBP to court over e-commerce enforcement
    Seko Logistics said U.S. Customs and Border Protection has harmed its business by temporarily suspending some import privileges without providing evidence of wrongdoing.
  • US Customs tightens enforcement on low-value e-commerce trade
    U.S. trade regulators and lawmakers are trying to even the playing field for U.S. companies and close a security gap by cracking down on e-commerce importers taking advantage of a trade loophole.

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In the second quarter, container traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -2.8% while in Savona-Vado it grew by +76.3%
Genoa
In the Ligurian capital, the transhipment share decreased, while the Savona port benefited.
Fincantieri records strong growth in half-year financial performance and new orders
Rome
In the first six months of 2025, orders totaled 14.7 billion euros (+93.5%)
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
Cairo
1,248 tankers (-2.7%) and 1,826 other types of vessels (-8.5%) passed through
CMA CGM's net profit fell by 140% in the second quarter.
Marseille
Revenues stable. The French shipping group is interested in acquiring Hutchison Ports' terminals.
Royal Caribbean closes second quarter with record net profit
Miami
The April-June period was very positive
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Omaha/Atlanta
First coast-to-coast cargo rail network
Gurrieri resigns as Special Commissioner of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Trieste
The atypical reverse charge for the logistics sector will become applicable tomorrow
Milan
Ruggerone (Assologistica): one of the most strategic reforms we helped build is being implemented
Policy brief on cyber threats that pose risks to port infrastructure
Tallinn
It was developed by the NATO Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence
Interferry urges the EU Commission to harmonize its shipping decarbonization regulations with those of the IMO
Victoria
Failure to align - the association warned - will force shipping companies to pay twice for emissions.
In the second quarter of 2025, Chinese seaports handled 79.1 million containers (+6.1%)
Beijing
Total freight traffic was three billion tons (+3.3%), of which 1.3 billion tons were with foreign countries (+1.9%).
CK Hutchison announces plans to include a Chinese investor in the consortium to sell Hutchison Ports
Hong Kong
Without the participation of the COSCO shipping group, China would not authorize the sale
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Columbus
The container ship caught fire and sank near the port of Colombo
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
Piraeus
The AHTS "Giant" is leaving
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Milan/Luxembourg
The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
In the second quarter, the port of Valencia handled over 1.5 million containers (+4.0%)
In the first half of 2025, the amount of new orders to Chinese shipyards fell by -18.2%
Beijing
A decrease of -3.5% in new construction completed in the period was recorded
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Trieste grew by +3.7%
Trieste
Bulk cargo increased. Miscellaneous cargo fell by 13.2%.
CMA CGM and TotalEnergies form joint venture for LNG bunkering in the Port of Rotterdam.
Marseille
Agreement to supply 360,000 tons of liquefied natural gas per year to the French group's ships
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Spanish ports decreased by -4.7%
Madrid
All the main product categories are decreasing except for conventional goods
Brookfield Asset Management to sell 49% of British port group PD Ports to Spain's Pontegadea
Middlesbrough
The English company has over 1,400 employees
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
Rotterdam
The port authority is alarmed by the state of crisis in the national industry.
The electrification of the docks in the ports of Livorno, Piombino and Portoferraio is proceeding according to plan.
Third dock for cruise traffic in the port of Catania
Catania
Pier 25's restyling completed
Another quarter of decline in freight traffic at the port of Algeciras
Algeciras
In the period April-June, containers amounted to 1.24 million TEUs (+1.0%)
A new tax applied to cruise passengers disembarking in national ports came into force today in Greece.
Athens
Belgian rail freight company Lineas receives €61 million government loan
Brussels
The measure was approved last night by the restricted council of ministers
ERTMS installation completed on 1,400 kilometers of Italian railway network
Rome
The project is financed with 2.5 billion euros from PNRR funds.
Wärtsilä's quarterly financial and commercial results are positive.
Helsinki
The Marine Electrical Systems division will be sold to the Italian company VINCI Energies.
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
Barcelona
The mayor: For the first time in history, a limit is placed on the growth of cruises in the city.
MSC and Moby have presented their commitments to meet the AGCM's requirements.
Rome
Shipping Agencies Services will sell its 49% stake in Moby, waiving the consideration in favor of the majority shareholder. Moby commits to completely repaying its debt to SAS.
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Washington
Folgiero: Commitment to deliver next-generation capabilities in full alignment with U.S. strategic priorities
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the appointment of four presidents of Italian Port System Authorities.
Rome
The names proposed for the Port System Authorities of the Southern Adriatic, Central-Northern Tyrrhenian, Western Liguria, and Eastern Liguria have been approved. Voting on the Northern Tyrrhenian Authority has been postponed.
Information exchange between state administrations for the digitalization of the maritime sector begins
Rome
The first operational meeting at the Coast Guard General Command in Rome
The Clean Maritime Fuels Platform suggests measures to support the production and distribution of clean marine fuels
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new monthly and quarterly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the period April-June, 29.4 million TEUs were handled (+4.5%)
Sharp increase in cases of seafarers abandoning their ships
London
2,286 crew members from 222 ships involved as of early 2025
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Geneva
North America saw the strongest quarterly growth in imports
In the port of Antwerp-Bruges containers and rolling stock are increasing and other types of goods are decreasing
Antwerp
Traffic congestion continues at the airport, with the situation on the landside becoming critical
A study denounces the delay of European ports in equipping themselves with cold ironing facilities.
Brussels/Pozzallo
The tender to electrify the docks of the port of Pozzallo has begun.
T&E proposes to include more non-EU transhipment ports to avoid carbon leakage
Brussels
The association calls on the EU Commission to reduce the current threshold of 65% of transhipment traffic
Federlogistica urges the immediate establishment of a control room on tariffs
Genoa
The aim is also to eliminate extra costs caused by bureaucracy.
Containerized cargo handled through the port of Singapore fell by 2.9% in the second quarter.
Singapore
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Cairo
The negative trend continued in June and early July
Terminal operators are not at all satisfied with a policy that seems to have no interest in ports
Rome
Cognolato: It is essential to close the ongoing trials on several fronts.
The largest ship ever to dock at Cagliari's Porto Canale at the MITO terminal.
Milan
The container ship "MSC Venice" with a capacity of 16,652 TEU arrived yesterday
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
North Bergen/Metzingen
South Korean HD Hyundai, together with German NEURA Robotics, will develop and test welding robots in shipyards
The toll of the horrific attack on the bulk carrier Eternity C in the Red Sea is still uncertain.
Mandaluyong/London/Brussels
Joint statement by ICS, BIMCO, European Shipowners, Intercargo and Intertanko
In the first half of 2025, bulk cargo increased and general cargo decreased in the port of Marseille-Fos
Marseille
Cruise passengers increase by +5%
The Senate has approved the framework law on interports
Rome
UIR, gives the Italian interport system a modern, orderly and coherent regulatory framework
Carlo De Ruvo was elected president of Confetra
Rome
Among the challenges, the uncontrolled expansion of large logistics groups and their concentration
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Kuala Lumpur
The number of acts of violence against crews is decreasing
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Oslo/Athens/Paris
One of the top three operators in the OT/IoT services market for the maritime and superyacht sectors will be created
Attacks on ships in the Red Sea still cause deaths among seafarers
Portsmouth
Liberian-flagged bulk carrier " Eternity C" targeted
Canadian shipbuilding company Davie acquires second shipyard in Finland
Helsinki/Pori
It will buy the Enersense Offshore shipyard
Amendment on Port Labor Supply Agencies Approved
Rome
Immediate transformation into Agencies authorised to provide temporary port work
Salvini appoints a manager of a private shipping company from Campania as president of the regional AdSP
Rome
This is Eliseo Cuccaro, CEO of Alilauro
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Berlin
This is proposed by an analysis by the International Council on Clean Transportation
IMO and EU condemn renewed attacks on ships in the Red Sea
London/Brussels
Dominguez: New violation of international law and freedom of navigation
In the second quarter of this year, Finnlines' revenues decreased by -5.0%.
Helsinki
Net profit of 26.1 million euros (+7.7%)
Container traffic in the Port of New York remained stable in the April-June quarter.
New York
An increase of +4.9% was recorded in the first half of 2025
The Chamber of Deputies approves the appointment of the presidents of five Port System Authorities.
Rome
They are Davide Gariglio, Francesco Rizzo, Eliseo Cuccaro, Francesco Benevolo and Giovanni Gugliotti
Latrofa appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Port Authority of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea
Rome
Ministerial decree signed
The PNRR tender for interports has been reopened.
Rome
Resources available amounting to 2.2 million euros
Port of Livorno: Workers are the priority in the LTM crisis
Livorno
UPS's quarterly earnings performance declines
Atlanta
Net income in the April-June quarter was $1.28 billion (-8.9%)
Approval for the 2025 budget variation of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
500 thousand euros for the 49% share held by the Port Agency company
FHP Group acquires the remaining 10% stake in Lotras
Milan/Foggia
The integration between Lotras and CFI Intermodal will begin to create FHP Intermodal.
OITAF scientific document on good practices in the logistics and transport of fresh fruit and vegetables
Milan
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has joined the PLIKA
Livorno
Platform dedicated to training, innovation and knowledge sharing in the logistics and port sectors
Matteo Paroli's nomination as president of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been signed.
Rome
He has a degree in law and a specialization in administrative law.
Container throughput increases in Haropa Port, while bulk cargo decreases.
Le Havre
In the first half of this year, containers were 1.51 million TEUs (+4%)
Bureau Veritas reports a 9.8% quarterly increase in revenues in the Marine & Offshore segment
Courbevoie
Kalmar and Konecranes increase new orders in the April-June quarter
Helsinki
The turnover of the two Finnish companies is slightly increasing
Container traffic in the port of Barcelona fell by 12.2% in the second quarter.
Barcelona
Assiterminal threatens a new wave of appeals against regulations it believes are damaging to port operations
Genoa
2M Logistics signs an agreement with Salerno-based Gallozzi
Barendrecht
The Dutch company will represent GF Logistics, a subsidiary of the Italian group, in the Benelux region.
Swiss company Kuehne+Nagel's quarterly profits fell
Schindellegi
In the period April-June of this year, net turnover grew by +1.7%
Yang Ming orders three 8,000 TEU container ships from Nihon Shipyard and Imabari Shipbuilding
Keelung/Imabari
Contract valued at $351.3-394.5 million
Italia Nostra reiterates its strong concerns about the construction of the Fiumicino-Isola Sacra port.
Rome
European maritime cities, destinations for cruise tourism - the association highlights - denounce the phenomenon of over-tourism in the cruise sector
Egypt's first automotive terminal has come into operation at Port Said East.
East Port Said
It can accommodate two car carriers at the same time
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
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Tepsa has acquired a liquid bulk terminal in the port of Rotterdam.
Singapore/Rotterdam
It was sold by Global Energy Storage Holdings
The Spinelli Group has approved its 2024 sustainability report.
Genoa
Of the company's 616 direct employees, 49% are under the age of 50.
In the second quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by +1.6%
Ankara
Cargoes to and from Italy amounted to 12.7 million tons (+10.1%)
Extension of the Simplified Logistics Zone for Genoa Ports and Dry Ports to the Savona, Vado Ligure, and Bergeggi areas.
Genoa
Approval from the ZLS Steering Committee
Isotta Fraschini Motori has inaugurated a new production line for hydrogen fuel cell systems in Bari.
Trieste
They will be used for naval and land solutions
The Grande Shanghai , the Grimaldi Group's first ammonia-ready car carrier, has been christened.
Naples
It has a load capacity of 9,000 CEUs.
The Port of Genoa, FILT, and UILT have declared a five-day strike at the Bettolo Terminal.
Genoa
Fit Cisl Liguria expressed solidarity with the workers
The tender for the dredging of the commercial dock basin at the port of Ancona has been published.
Ancona
The removal of approximately 730 thousand cubic meters of sediment is planned
Tender for the restoration and enhancement of docks 32 and 33 in the Deep Sea Zone of the port of Savona
Genoa
An investment of over 6.7 million euros is expected
There are 1,100 workers in Palermo directly employed in the seaside tourism sector
Palermo
This year, cruise traffic is expected to grow by 9.4% in the port of the Sicilian capital.
Six-month growth of +9% in freight on the St. Petersburg-India/China maritime route
Fly
FESCO operates six vessels in the service
Port of Trieste: Special Commissioner Gurrieri under investigation for money laundering
Trieste
I am certain - he declared - that I can demonstrate that I acted legally, in full transparency.
Vard signs new contract for the construction of two CSOVs
Trieste
The vessels will be used to support operations in the offshore wind sector
UIR welcomes the publication of the tender for the digitalization of the logistics chain.
Rome
Di Caterina (ALIS): a concrete tool that enhances the needs of businesses and strengthens the logistics system
GNV celebrated its first ten years of activity on the Italy-Albania route
Durres
During the period, the company's ships carried over 1.25 million passengers
A shipment of over 1.2 tons of marijuana was seized at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Reggio Calabria/Catanzaro
Members of a criminal organization that imported drugs from South America through European ports and airports have been arrested.
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build seven 15,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Walden to sell healthcare logistics business to Yusen Logistics
Paris
Exclusive negotiations announced
Solinas (Sardinian Action Party) is not at all satisfied with the state of Sardinian ports
Cagliari
The immediate establishment of a special commission is urged
ANSI welcomes the introduction of the information dashboard for managing private procurement contracts in logistics.
Rome
D'Angelo: it will allow the country to take another step forward
Russo (Confcommercio): excluding road transport from the PNRR funding was shortsighted.
Rome
First bulletin from the Freight Insights Observatory produced by the National Center for Sustainable Mobility
ABB Group posts sharp growth in quarterly financial and business performance
Zurich
In the period April-June the value of new orders grew by +16.0%
Informal consultations have begun on the preliminary proposal for the new Ancona Port Master Plan.
Ancona
Eleven meetings scheduled for July
Program agreement for preparatory and functional interventions for the construction of the bridge over the Strait of Messina
Rome
It was signed today in Rome
Project to develop an ecological station for the treatment of wastewater from ships
Naples
Initiative of the Neapolitan Group of the Cenere and Iello Landing
Assiterminal urges against bringing sediment from the Bagnoli dredging project into the port of Naples.
Genoa
Cognolato and Ferrari: It is essential to safeguard the full functionality of the commercial port's activities.
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach fell 3.4% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
A decline of -16.4% was recorded in June
Paolo Pessina has been appointed vice president of Conftrasporto-Confcommercio.
Rome
He is president of the national federation of maritime agents and brokers
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by -8.2% in the second quarter
Hong Kong
A decrease of -13.7% was recorded in June
Cuneo-based logistics company Nord Ovest is seeing growing financial results.
Wedge
Construction work on a new depot in Mondovì will be completed in early 2026.
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles grows driven by fears of new tariffs
Los Angeles
June saw the highest volume ever recorded for this month
The Management Committee of the Sardinia Sea Port Authority has adopted the DPSS
Cagliari
Green light for the concession to MITO and the appeal against the rejection of Olbia's dredging project.
Three events in Genoa for three new Explora Journeys cruise ships.
Genoa
A technical launch, a coin laying and the cutting of the first sheet metal were carried out at the Fincantieri shipyard
Grimaldi sells 5% of Terminal Darsena Toscana to Livorno Port Company
Naples/Livorno
Option to purchase an additional 5% of the share capital
Concession agreement signed that assigns management of the port of Tartous to DP World
Damascus
It has a lifespan of 30 years
Matteo Gasparato appointed president of the Northern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He was appointed extraordinary commissioner of the same port authority
Meeting in Rome between the heads of ESPO and Assoporti
Rome
Among the topics addressed, the competitiveness of European ports in the current global context
Chinese airline OOCL reports quarterly decline in scheduled service revenues
Hong Kong
Cargo transported by the company's ships is increasing
Collaboration between the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority and the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority
Rome
Agreement with an initial duration of five years
Survey in Germany on the prospects of companies in the maritime, port and shipbuilding sectors
Hamburg
Shipowners are more concerned. Positive prospects for ports and shipyards.
Port of Augusta: Work begins on a third bridge connecting the island to the mainland.
Augusta
Work worth over 20 million euros
Vard signs contract with InkFish for new research vessel
Trieste
The deal is worth more than 200 million euros.
1.1 billion euros will be invested in the port of Hamburg to strengthen the container sector
Hamburg
Improving accessibility and port infrastructure in the Waltershofer Hafen area
Meyer Turku delivered the new Star of the Seas cruise ship to Royal Caribbean
Turku
It has a gross tonnage of 250,800 tons
ESPO calls for increased funding for ports under the next EU Multiannual Financial Framework
Brussels
The CEF programme funds have proven to be far from sufficient
Fincantieri delivers the new Oceania Allura cruise ship to Oceania Cruises.
Miami/Trieste
Two additional Sonata-class ships have been converted into orders.
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
Confindustria event on the sea economy in Rome on July 15th
Rome
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Why Malta is objecting to a new price cap on Russian oil
(timesofmalta.com)
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Uniport: Bringing debris from Bagnoli to the port of Naples would postpone long-awaited dredging.
Rome
Legora de Feo: It's necessary to find alternative solutions.
Taiwanese companies Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenues.
Keelung/Taipei
In the period April-June it fell by -18.7%, -26.5% and -8.6% respectively
The establishment of the Information Dashboard for the management of private procurement contracts in logistics has been approved.
In May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +1.4%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
EU approves joint purchase of port equipment by terminal operators
Brussels
Joint definition of minimum technical specifications of equipment is also permitted
Serbian energy group EPS will import coal through the Montenegrin port of Bar
Bar
Currently imports from Indonesia pass through the port of Constanta
Fincantieri Foundation and Luiss University launch a project to strengthen the safety of underwater infrastructure.
Trieste
Among the objectives, contribute to the definition of a specific regulatory framework
Freewheeling: The government's U-turn on anti-mafia controls in the road haulage sector is a welcome development.
Modena
Franchini: If the government has realized it made a mistake, that's good news.
Agostinelli (AdSP Tirreno Meridionale e Ionio): the amendment that allows for the early transformation of the Gioia Tauro Port Agency is extremely important.
Confindustria's event on the maritime economy will take place in Rome on July 15th.
Rome
The confederation's strategic document on the sector will be presented
Kerala seeks $1.1 billion from MSC in damages over MSC Elsa 3 sinking
Thiruvananthapuram
Temporary detention of the vessel "MSC Akuteta II" granted
Trasportounito requests the cancellation of the renewal procedure of the Central Committee of the Register of Hauliers
Rome
New seizure of a load of cocaine in the port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
16 bags containing 417 kilos of drugs were found in a container
MOL and Kinetics to build world's first floating data center
Tokyo
It will be installed on a vessel of 9,731 gross tonnage
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