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January 8, 2024

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Exim India web site
JANUARY 8, 2024
  • Office of the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Djibouti in Mumbai inaugurated
  • Indian legislation for wrecks and their removal
  • Rail freight loading and revenue up in Dec., April-Dec.
  • OOCL introduces first eco-friendly 24,188 TEU vessel in 2024
  • Food imports dip in 2023
  • Exports, imports seen impacted by Red Sea crisis
  • Deendayal Port bridge erection work
  • Karwar Port maintenance dredging to last two months
  • NHAI signs MoU with NRSC for development and reporting of "Green Cover Index" for National Highways in India
  • APM Terminals Pipavav hosts inter village sports event, fostering youth development and community unity
  • India's GDP projected to grow at 7.3 pc in FY24
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (5 January 2024)

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International Transport Journal web site
JANUARY 8, 2024
  • Overcoming a blockade
  • Bertschi adds services in Spain
  • Uncertainties and opportunities in 2024
  • Türk to lead Turkish Cargo
  • GW in Austr(al)ia
  • China Cargo launches Miami freighter service
  • More diversity in the fleet
  • Industry veteran joins ASF
  • Grimaldi Group expands in Greece
  • Returns under red wings
  • Bolstering the cold chain in the Middle East
  • Enlarging container handling capacity near Almaty
  • A new chair for virtual young forwarder network
  • Tangier port: bigger and greener
  • Unilode extends partnership in Thailand
  • A new partner for CG Railway JV
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Iata elects Qatar Airways' group CEO
  • Global shipping: latest stats
  • New year, more e-commerce

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The Loadstar web site
JANUARY 5, 2024
  • Shippers facing huge wave of rocketing ocean rates and new surcharges
  • Rail may be faster than Cape sailings, but is there enough capacity?
  • DP World: the winner in Ethiopia's Somaliland port play
  • Threat to ships expands into Arabian Sea with bid to hijack tanker
  • No happy new year for FedEx and UPS staff as culls look set to continue
  • Relief for Bangladesh shippers as tax on exports is lifted

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Marine Log web site
JANUARY 5, 2024
  • VIDEO: Indian Navy rescues crew of hijacked bulker
    In a reminder that piracy off the coast of Somalia remains a growing threat, the Indian Navy has safely rescued all 21 crew, including 15 Indians from a bulk carrier that was
  • St. Johns Ship Building delivers first of three Windea CTVs
    St. Johns Ship Building, Palatka, Fla., reports that it has delivered the Windea Courageous, the first of three Incat Crowther 30 meter Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs) ordered by Windea CTV, LLC, a
  • First ship in Seaspan LNG bunkering trio is in the water
    North Vancouver, B.C., based Seaspan Energy is celebrating the new year with the launch of the first of three 7,600 cubic meter LNG bunkering vessels, the Seaspan Garibaldi, named after Mount Garibaldi,
  • J.P. Morgan orders up to four CSOVs at Ulstein
    Norway's Ulstein Verft reports that it has entered into two offshore wind farm Construction Service Operation Vessels (CSOVs) newbuild contracts with J.P. Morgan. The Ulstein SX222 design vessels were originally optioned under

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Container News web site
JANUARY 5, 2024
  • OOCL expands fleet with introduction of 24,000 TEU mega vessel
    Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) announced the addition of a new 24,000 TEU mega vessel to its fleet. The newest member of OOCL's fleet was named OOCL Valencia at the shipyard of Nantong COSCO KHI Ship Engineering (NACKS). This box ship is the seventh environmentally friendly 24,188 TEU vessel in a series of twelve ordered by OOCL, as well as the first new OOCL vessel in 2024 to run OOCL's A
  • ShibataFenderTeam supplies 11 SPC cone fenders for AGEO Terminals expansion
    ShibataFenderTeam, a leading international fender manufacturer, developed and supplied 11 SPC Cone Fender Systems (1300, G1.2) with closed box panels (2300 x 3860mm) pre-fitted with UHMW-PE pads to allow secure berthing for the bigger vessels. In addition, 11 double Quick Release Hooks (QRH 100t) were constructed and provided in collaboration with the firm's long-term partner company Straatman. A
  • APSEZ elevates Karan Adani to managing director role
    Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ), India's premier ports and logistics company, has announced the elevation of Karan Adani to the position of managing director, succeeding Gautam Adani, who now takes on the role of executive chairman of APSEZ, a dynamic integrated transport utility known for its rapid growth on a global scale. During his tenure as CEO, Karan Adani has steered APSEZ th
  • Port of Los Angeles appoints new chief harbour engineer
    The Port of Los Angeles is delighted to declare the appointment of Chris Brown as the chief harbour engineer, taking on the pivotal role of overseeing the Port's Engineering Division. Brown steps into this position following the recent promotion of Dina Aryan-Zahlan to deputy executive director of Development at the busiest port in America. As chief harbour engineer, Brown will spearhead the plan
  • ONE introduces Indian Ocean Mediterranean service (IOM)
    Ocean Network Express (ONE) introduces the Indian Ocean Mediterranean service (IOM), connecting key regions such as India, Pakistan, and the Middle East with the vibrant Mediterranean area. According to ONE, this new service is designed to elevate customer experience by providing expanded and improved service coverage in the region. The IOM service is set to deliver a dependable and high-quality
  • CMA CGM announces new FAK rates from Asia to Med and North Europe
    The French carrier, CMA CGM implemented new Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates as follows from 15 January 2024 (date of loading in the origin ports) until further notice: 20' 40'/40'HC/40'RF WEST MEDITERRANEAN US$3,500 US$6,000 EAST MEDITERRANEAN US$3,600 US$6,200 ADRIATIC US$3,550 US$6,100 BLACK SEA US$3,650 US$6,300 SYRIA US$3,932 US$6,773 These new FAK rates will be implemented in the following man
  • DSV opens new office in North Carolina
    DSV, a prominent global provider of transport and logistics solutions, unveiled the inauguration of a new office in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina. This strategic move reinforces DSV's dedication to serving the flourishing healthcare and pharmaceutical industry, along with diverse business sectors in the region. "We are excited to announce the opening of our new office in Raleigh-Durham, a move t

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Splash web site
JANUARY 5, 2024
  • MOL fixes ammonia carrier to Yara
    Japan's Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has inked a time charter contract with Yara Clean Ammonia Switzerland part of part of Norwegian fertilizer maker Yara for the ammonia carrier . The 2010-built 34,500 cu m vessel is expected to be engaged in the transportation of ammonia, mainly in the Pacific region. The unit, managed by MOL ...
  • Aker Solutions to test floating-wind power distribution hub
    Norway's Aker Solutions has signed a front-end engineering and design (FEED) contract with the Marine Energy Test Centre (METCentre) to pilot new subsea power system technology. The project will see Aker Solutions provide new power transmission technology, Subsea Collector, for the METCentre's offshore wind test area which consists of two floating offshore wind turbines located ...
  • Samsung Heavy scores $1.5bn FLNG order from Cedar LNG
    The Haisla Nation and Pembina Pipeline Corporation, partners in the development of the proposed Cedar LNG project, have selected Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) and Black & Veatch to provide engineering, procurement, and construction for the design, fabrication, and delivery of a floating LNG production unit (FLNG). Cedar LNG now has major regulatory approvals, signed memorandums ...
  • Ditas adds another tanker
    Istanbul-based Ditas Shipping, a part of Turkey's Koc conglomerate, has emerged as the buyer of the 2022-built, 14,000 dwt HZ Singapura, tabling $21.5m for the Chinese-built tanker. The ship has emerged under its new name, T Balat. The ship was sold by Singapore-based Asiad Enterprise. Last year Ditas added an LR tanker for $50m, the 105,000 dwt, 2015-built Fos Athens, a ...
  • Turks pile in for more product tankers
    A newly registered Turkish outfit named Canna International has emerged as the taker of one of two 2004 built long range product tankers reported sold by German outfit Chemikalien Seetransport at the end of the year. Chemikalien Seetransport's latest two sales are a Hudong Zhonghu-built duo, Chemtrans Moon, renamed Mooni, and Chemtrans Sea, renamed Nile. Both ...
  • Noble and Petronas agree rig swap for Suriname gig
    Offshore driller Noble and Malaysian energy player Petronas have agreed to a rig swap for an extended scope offshore Suriname. Based on an existing contract option, Noble and Petronas have entered into an agreement for the 7th generation drillship Noble Voyager to drill one well in Block 52 offshore Suriname. The work scope has been ...
  • Samsung Heavy taps Korean rival to build blocks
    Such is the length of the orderbooks at South Korea's top yards that an unprecedented business partnership has been formed between Samsung Heavy Industries and Hanhwa Ocean, the shipbuilder formerly known as Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering. Korea's top yards are struggling to keep up their production schedules, with orderbooks stretching deep into 2027. Samsung ...
  • Bulk carrier boarded off Somalia
    A Liberia-flagged bulk carrier was boarded yesterday by armed individuals while underway in waters some 460 nautical miles off Somalia. Details of the name of the ship have yet to be revealed. Somali pirates have been hijacking a number of vessels such as dhows in recent weeks and then targeting merchant ships passing by with ...
  • Canada gets its first Hong Kong-compliant recycling yard
    Canada has its first compliant ship recycling facility. Lloyd's Register has certified Nova Scotia's R.J. MacIsaac (RJMI), according to the requirements of the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships (Hong Kong Convention). It is the first Canadian facility to be issued a statement of compliance to the convention, ...

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Lloyd's List web site
JANUARY 5, 2024
  • Red Sea diversions testing African bunker supply
    Strong bunkering demand in African ports supported marine fuel prices in recent weeks, while persistent demand could reduce availability in...
  • Iran trading fleet grows by 100 ships as oil exports reach highest level since sanctions reimposed
    Iran's oil exports closed their best year since the reimposition of sanctions in 2018, while the fleet servicing its sanctioned...
  • Tanker freight rates via Red Sea routes rise as transits decline
    Only freight rates for key flows via the Red Sea have surged, while tanker diversions have picked up but not...
  • Operation Prosperity Guardian: Use it or lose it
    Say thank you to the navies that are working together to keep the Red Sea open for business. Not to...
  • Red Sea war risk rates soften as insurers price in Prosperity Guardian
    Underwriters said to be seeking exact details of the rules of engagement
  • Box freight rates rise again as diversions resume
    Capacity soaked up by extended passages will reduce available slots, supporting freight rates. Carrier surcharges are also adding to costs...
  • Shanghai's container growth rebounds in 2023 with record barge service
    However the way that barge transport is counted in throughput figures may be inflating the results
  • Indian Navy rescues 15 crew of hijacked Lila Norfolk
    All crew are safe with no attackers found on board. Owner Lila Global thanked the Indian Navy and agencies for...
  • Maersk Red Sea avoidance drives new fees on shippers
    Latest diversion plans published by Maersk indicate more of its boxships have opted for the longer route
  • Daily Briefing
    Maersk Red Sea halt prompts more Cape diversions | Red Sea activity down nearly 20% after containership exodus | Liberia-flagged...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JANUARY 5, 2024
  • Carriers quoting trans-Pac rates of $5,000/FEU on Suez-linked equipment imbalances
    The new rate move by carriers comes as the security situation in the Red Sea shows no signs of improving and amid retail restocking in the US ahead of an early Lunar New Year.
  • US trucking workforce on edge of seasonal cliff after job losses
    US trucking employment shrank last year, and seasonal trends point to more cuts in 2024 amid weak freight demand.
  • HMM boosts India-USEC capacity by signing onto ONE's new WIN service
    HMM has opened an array of connections out of India in recent years, including the launch last August of a solo, 12-vessel string connecting the Far East, the Middle East and the Mediterranean.
  • Red Sea attacks tackle high capacity-low rate challenge for carriers
    Some analysts are reassessing their outlook for the container shipping industry as the Red Sea crisis absorbs capacity and pushes rate levels higher on the Europe and US East Coast trade lanes out of Asia.
  • MSC, CMA CGM look to push stagnant trans-Atlantic rates higher
    Rates on the headhaul corridor have been loss-making for the last few months, so carriers are trying to get prices up to what they consider more sustainable levels.
  • Gulf Coast ports eyeing expansion amid 'modest' growth forecast
    Although they were unable to completely escape last year's downturn, ports in the region recorded import declines that were well below the national average.

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TradeWinds web site
JANUARY 5, 2024
  • George Economou demands the heads of OceanPal directors as proxy fight looms
    Greek tycoon's pursuit of Palios family targets continues as shares stake tops 10%
  • Editor's selection: Red Sea attacks continue to plague shipping
    What has been happening so far in 2024?
  • Big freeze strands cargo ships in Baltic Sea ice
    Ice breakers being deployed to help commercial vessels as harsh winter conditions surprise
  • 'Crew safe': Hijacked bulker stormed by commandos after Somali attack
    Piracy attempt abandoned after Indian navy intervenes - all crew members are safe and accounted for
  • Indian commandoes seize control of hijacked bulker
    Shipowner says all crew members have been rescued during the military operation off the coast of Somalia
  • 'Role model? I like that thought': Meet the woman breaking new ground at Bimco
    Stinne Taiger Ivo is not daunted by the workload of revising contract clauses or becoming Bimco's first female deputy secretary general
  • Editor's selection: Red Sea shipping attacks continue to plague shipping
    What has been happening so far in 2024?
  • 'Crew safe': Hijacked bulker stormed by commandoes after Somali attack
    Shipowner says all crew members have been rescued during the military operation off the coast of Somalia
  • JP Morgan deepens offshore wind investment with Ulstein newbuilding deal
    Bank builds on $8bn bet on transport assets with possible four-ship transaction
  • Maersk sounds alarm as Red Sea terror fallout drags vessels away from other trades
    Red Sea diversions affect one-fifth of container fleet, according to Flexport
  • Houthis launch sea drones for first time in fresh assault on Red Sea shipping
    US military says the device exploded in international shipping lanes but caused no damage
  • Norwegian law firm adds firepower with veteran hire
    Christian Bjortuft Ellingsen joins as a partner
  • Indian warship rushes to intercept capesize bulker hijacked off Somalia
    The Lila Norfolk has at least 15 seafarers on board who made it to the ship's citadel
  • Seatrium sees $190m wind farm newbuilding contract cancelled by BP and Equinor
    Yard says it will use construction capacity set aside for this project to carry out other contracts
  • Pirates strike again? Armed gang boards bulk carrier off Somalia, says security specialist
    Vessel targeted in area linked to a resurgence of piracy in recent weeks
  • Solvang extends VLGC newbuilding series at Hyundai Heavy Industries to seven
    Yard scoops new orders at a higher price
  • MOL to pursue 'aggressive investment' in its new cruise business, says boss Hashimoto
    Shipowner fixes out ammonia carrier to Yara Clean Energy
  • Clarksons to post record full-year profit powered by broking arm - shares surge
    London-listed company set to exceed market expectations
  • Red Sea 'time bomb': How broker rallied insurers to save giant tanker
    A ship-to-ship transfer from the ageing crude carrier was successfully completed last year
  • Offshore construction market faces bright future as subsea demand soars
    Subsea vessels in particular demand as they serve both oil and gas projects and offshore wind farms
  • South Korean shipyard heavyweights strike 'unique' deal to crack supply chain crisis
    Shipbuilders unite for first time to solve shortages
  • Clarksons forecasts full-year profit hike backed by strong broking performance
    London-listed company set to exceed market expectations
  • Indian warship rushes to intercept bulker hijacked off Somalia
    The Lila Norfolk has at least 15 seafarers on board who made it to the ship's citadel
  • Seatrium's $190m US wind farm newbuilding contract cancelled
    Yard says it will use construction capacity set aside for this project to carry out other contracts
  • Red Sea 'timebomb': How broker rallied insurers to save giant tanker
    A ship-to-ship transfer from the ageing crude carrier was successfully completed last year

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FROM THE HOME PAGE
ESPO: The EU Parliament's Budget Committee's request for more funding for transport, energy and infrastructure is welcome
Brussels
The importance of financing TEN-T networks to enable their adaptation for both military and civilian dual-use purposes was highlighted
Solidarity contribution for the families of port workers who are victims of accidents at work
Rome
It was established by the National Bilateral Port Authority
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore Division Reports Record Quarterly Revenue
Neuilly-sur-Seine
New historical peak also for the classified fleet
PSA reportedly considering selling its 20% stake in Hutchison Ports
Singapore
This is according to "Reuters", which had already floated this hypothesis at the end of 2022
Federagenti, Italy must give a sharp acceleration to the projects of ZES, free zones and Special Logistics Zones
Rome
Pessina: There is no space for reflections prey to bureaucracy
In the first quarter of this year, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -5.8%.
Rotterdam
Both disembarkation (-3.1%) and embarkation (-11.9%) loads are decreasing
Increase in container cargo is not enough for the port of Antwerp-Bruges to avoid a -4.0% decline in quarterly traffic
Antwerp
The decline in liquid bulk cargoes worsened (-19.1%)
The China Shipowners' Association considers the measures taken by the US against Chinese ships a typical example of unilateralism and protectionism
Beijing/Washington
The WSC reiterates that such measures could undermine American trade, harm U.S. manufacturers, and undermine efforts to strengthen the nation's maritime industry.
COSCO Expresses Strong Opposition to US Planned Taxes on Chinese Ships
Growing share of new entrants in European rail transport sector
Madrid
In 2023, rail freight transport performance decreased by -8%
New Chinese Ship Taxes That Will Only Raise Prices for Americans
Washington
The executive vice president of the US Chamber of Commerce denounced it
Tax amounts set for China-linked vessels arriving at US ports
Washington
Calculated on the basis of net capacity or container volume, they will be applied from October and will be progressively increased
International tender launched to award concession for new Casablanca port shipyard
Casablanca
It is the largest in Africa and has been unused since 2019
Federlogistica, the industry must stop approaching logistics only in terms of costs
Genoa
Falteri: a national control room composed of representatives of the logistics sector and industrial groups is necessary
ABB closes positive first quarter even if revenue growth is lower than expected
Zurich
Wierod: Our consolidated local-for-local approach protects us from the trade war
New global minimum wage deal for seafarers
Geneva
The level will rise to $690 from January 1, 2026 to reach $704 from 2027 and $715 from 2028.
Global trade in goods could fall by -1.5% this year
Geneva
WTO predicts. Okonjo-Iweala: Persistent uncertainty threatens to slow global growth, with serious negative consequences for the world
In 2023, around two-thirds of all goods moved in the EU were transported by sea.
Luxembourg
In the period 2013-2023, only the share of road transport increased, while that of other modes decreased.
Postal shipments of goods from Hong Kong to the US suspended
Hong Kong
Hongkong Post faces exorbitant and unreasonable tariffs due to unjustified and intimidating actions of the United States
Confitarma highlights the need for the decarbonisation strategy not to penalise shipping compared to other modes
Rome
Zanetti: also ensure that the implementation process takes into account the operational needs of the industry
Intercargo and Intertanko raise concerns over shipping decarbonisation deal
London
The complexity of the measure adopted by the IMO and the unusual procedure from which non-governmental organizations were excluded were highlighted
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
London
Sharp increase in incidents in the Singapore Straits
Interferry welcomes IMO agreement on decarbonisation of shipping, but finds strategy too complex
Victoria/Piraeus
Greek Shipowners' Association disappointed by failure to recognise essential role of transition fuels such as LNG
International Labour Organization Recognizes Seafarers as Key Workers
London
ITF and ICS: a historic moment
CMA CGM to acquire 35% of Egypt's October Dry Port
Cairo
The company operates a dry port in the industrial and logistics zone near Cairo
MSC Group's TiL to Take Full Control of Hutchison Ports Terminals
New York
Bloomberg reports this, specifying that the Panamanian terminals would be jointly managed with BlackRock
Draft regulation on decarbonisation of shipping approved by MEPC includes mandatory fuel standard and pricing of greenhouse gas emissions
London/Washington/Brussels
The establishment of a Fund to collect resources deriving from the pricing of emissions is foreseen
MIT indicates Matteo Paroli as new president of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Rome/La Spezia
The La Spezia port community also requests a name for the Eastern Liguria Port Authority
Task force of five associations for the relaunch of Italian rail cargo
Rome
Initiative by Agens, Assoferr, Assologistica, Fercargo and Fermerci
Confitarma underlines the importance of the shipping decarbonisation strategy being defined at IMO
Rome
The Italian Confederation specifies that it shares some of the USA's concerns
WSC Reiterates Trump's Measures for National Maritime Industry Are Bad for U.S. Economy
Washington
Kramek: Ready to support the administration with constructive proposals
Fincantieri and Accenture establish joint venture Fincantieri Ingenium
Trieste/Milan
The aim is to drive the digital transformation of the ship product and port logistics
Meyer Werft has delivered the new luxury cruise ship Asuka III to NYK Cruises
Papenburg/Emden
It has a capacity of 744 passengers and 470 crew members
As Trump formalizes measures to revitalize America's maritime industry, the nation's ports face a dramatic decline in traffic
Washington/Geneva
Okonjo-Iweala (WTO): With the escalation of trade tensions between the US and China, the exchange of goods between the two economies could decrease up to 80%
CK Hutchison denies allegations of breach of concession contract for Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa
Panama
Panama Ports Company emphasizes that it has complied with all legal obligations and contractual commitments
US Does Not Participate in IMO Negotiations on Shipping Decarbonization, Threatens Reciprocal Measures
London
Expressed opposition to any attempt to impose economic measures on ships based on greenhouse gas emissions or fuel choice
T&E urges MEPC to agree clear and ambitious measures to decarbonise shipping
Brussels
It is necessary - the association underlines - to set binding objectives
Meyer Yachts will build an ultra-luxury residential mega yacht for Ulyssia Residences
Miami
The ship will be 320 meters long and will be built at the Papenburg shipyard
Le Aziende informano
Il retrofit ibrido-elettrico di ABB guida i traghetti dei laghi italiani verso un futuro più sostenibile
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Helsinki/Naples
Order at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Weihai)
Viking orders two cruise ships from Fincantieri with option for two additional units
Los Angeles/Trieste
The two ships under construction in Ancona for the American brand will be the first in the world to be powered by hydrogen stored on board
Federlogistica, the possible collapse of road transport is a risk for the country
Genoa/Modena
Ruote Libere reports that the government only needs to allocate a little money to avoid having to deal with the real problems of road hauliers
Second edition of the European Maritime Transport Environmental Report published
Lisbon/Copenhagen
The new report indicates that promising progress has been made in several areas
WSC, MEPC must provide clear measures to decarbonise shipping this week
Washington
Wood-Thomas: It is not possible that these decisions can be postponed to guidelines developed in two years
Konecranes revenues increased by +7.7% in the first three months of 2025
Helsinki
343 million euros of new orders for port vehicles (+37.5%)
Kuehne+Nagel posts first quarter of growth
Schindellegi
The logistics group's net sales amounted to 6.33 billion Swiss francs (+14.9%)
Application by TDT (Grimaldi group) for the construction and management of 50% of the Terminal Darsena Europa in Livorno
Leghorn
The company has requested an extension of the duration of the current concession
In 2024, 58 million invested in the modernization of the ports of Livorno, Piombino and the island of Elba
Leghorn
The final budget and the annual report of the AdSP have been approved
EIB advice to strengthen climate resilience of the ports of Volos, Alexandroupolis and Patras
Luxembourg
It will assist port authorities in identifying and managing climate risks
In the first quarter the port of Valencia handled 1.3 million containers (+3.4%)
Valencia
Transhipment traffic decline
The Management Committee of the Central Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has unanimously approved the 2024 financial statement
Naples
SOS LOGistica will acquire the qualification of Third Sector Entity
Milan
The association currently has 74 members
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Barcelona and Algeciras decreased
Barcelona/Algeciras
Hupac transfers intermodal service with Padua to Novara
Noise
Until now the other terminal was the one in Busto Arsizio
PSA SECH has operated the first 400-meter train at Parco Ferroviario Rugna
Genoa
Capacity up to 20 pairs of trains per day
The 2024 financial statement of the Eastern Liguria Port Authority was unanimously approved
The Spice
The war clearance preparatory to the expansion of the Ravano Terminal in La Spezia is nearing completion
The Spice
The AdSP has invested over 600 thousand euros in it
Francesco Rizzo appointed president of the AdSP of the Strait
Rome
He has repeatedly denounced the uselessness of the construction of the bridge over the Strait
US aircraft attack Yemeni port of Ras Isa
Tampa/Beirut
38 dead and over a hundred injured
In 2025 Stazioni Marittime predicts an increase in ferry and cruise traffic in the port of Genoa
MIT Mobility Report Highlights Rising Demand for Both Passengers and Freight
Rome
In the first quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports decreased by -5.6%
St. Petersburg
Both dry goods (-5.3%) and liquid bulk (-5.8%) are decreasing
Andrea Giachero confirmed as president of Spediporto
Genoa
The board of directors of the association of Genoese freight forwarders has also been renewed for the three-year period 2025-2028
Study for monitoring vehicular traffic in the ports of Venice and Chioggia
Milan
Order awarded to Circle and Arelogik
In Italy, the rail freight transport sector is in deep trouble
Geneva
Fermerci calls for making traffic incentives structural and increasing and for refinancing the incentive for the purchase of locomotives and wagons
Global Maritime Forum report on optimising ship calls to reduce emissions
Copenhagen
Virtual arrival and just-in-time arrival approaches proposed
In the first quarter of this year, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +15.5%
Joy Taurus
Construction of the "Dockworker’s House" has begun
GNV has taken delivery of the second of four new ro-pax vessels in China
Genoa
"GNV Orion" will be able to accommodate 1,700 passengers and transport up to 3,080 linear metres of cargo
After ten quarters of decline, container traffic in the port of Hong Kong returns to growth
Hong Kong
In the first three months of this year 3.39 million TEUs were handled (+2.1%)
Fincantieri acquires stake in WSense
Rome
The ninth FREMM unit "Spartaco Schergat" delivered to the Italian Navy
The new edition of the Practical Manual of Maritime Traffic has been presented
Genoa
Written by Assagenti, it turns fifty
Container traffic at the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles increased by 26.6% and 5.2% in the first quarter
Long Beach/Los Angeles
Trump's tariffs impact imminent
In the first three months of 2025, the port of Singapore handled 10.5 million containers (+5.8%)
Singapore
In weight, containerized traffic recorded a decrease of -1.4%
Regulations signed for LNG bunkering at Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa
Genoa
Define the methods of transferring fuel from ship to ship
Historic shipbuilding brands Uljanik and 3.Maj on the verge of extinction
Zagreb
The State confirms its intention to sell the shipbuilding activities at the two sites of Pula and Rijeka
Cambiaso Risso has completed the acquisition of the French Somecassur
Genoa
The transalpine company specializes in the insurance of super and mega yachts
New weekly train service between the port of Gioia Tauro and Verona
Joy Taurus/Verona
Operated by Medlog for the transport of refrigerated goods
EBRD looking for strategic partner for development of Moldovan river port of Giurgiulesti
London
International competition launched
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Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
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Turkish ports set new first-quarter cargo traffic record
Ankara
Historic peak of cargo imported from abroad
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +37.6%
Taranto
Increase of 854 thousand tons of solid bulk and 265 thousand tons of conventional goods
DEME buys Havfram, a company that installs offshore wind farms
Second Right/Washington
Transaction worth approximately 900 million euros
Rail transport of convoys for Rome Metro started from Reggio Calabria
Rome
Contract awarded by Hitachi Rail to Mercitalia Rail
In 2024, the volumes handled by Magli Intermodal Service decreased by -2%
Rezzato
Turnover stable
Yang Ming records first decline in turnover in March after 14 months of growth
Keelung/Taipei
Evergreen and WHL revenue growth continues
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of Germany's Schenker by Denmark's DSV
Brussels
The impact on competition in the markets in which the two companies operate is considered limited
Fincantieri - Kayo Agreement to Promote the Development of the Shipbuilding and Naval Industry in Albania
Trieste
Possible creation of a hub for shipbuilding and refitting in the region
Recent slight reduction in logistics costs for new factory vehicles
Brussels
Montaresi (AdSP Liguria Orientale) awarded with the "Port Oscar"
Miami
The event has reached its eighteenth edition
In the first three months of 2025, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +9.3%
Hong Kong
Revenues up +16.8%
The AdSP of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas wins in appeal against Zen Yacht
Joy Taurus
Company ordered to pay back rent
A large shipment of cocaine was seized in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
Two tons of drugs identified by Customs and Financial Police personnel
Navantia renews agreement with American cruise group Royal Caribbean
Miami
To date, the Cadiz shipyard has carried out maintenance, repair and refurbishment work on 45 of the group's ships.
Record cruise traffic expected in Italian ports this year
Miami
Cemar believes that growth will not stop even in 2026
HII-HHI Agreement to Accelerate US and South Korean Naval Production
National Harbor
The aim is to strengthen the naval industrial base of the two nations.
Panama Ports Company Accused of Violating Terms of Concession Agreement
Panama
Panama's Auditor General announced the filing of criminal charges
Colombo West International Terminal has become operational
Ahmedabad
It has a traffic capacity of 3.2 million TEUs
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
The new multifunctional border control structure PCF - PED/PDI Point completed in the port of Gioia Tauro
Joy Taurus
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
MSC Group's new cruise terminal inaugurated in Miami
Miami
It can accommodate three large ships at the same time
In February, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +2.1%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo increases, miscellaneous cargo declines
In 2024, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane recorded a net loss of -208 million euros
Rome
Revenues up by +11.7%. The group's freight transported increased thanks to the acquisition of Exploris
Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
Conference to celebrate the centenary of the company
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
VARD to build offshore dive vessel for Dong Fang Offshore
Alesund/Trieste
The contract is worth 113.5 million euros
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
It will take place at the headquarters of the Port Authority of Genoa
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Next week Italian ports will participate in Seatrade Cruise Global
Rome
Initiative brand: "CruiseItaly - One Country, Many Destinations"
MSC Group Cruise Terminal Officially Inaugurated in the Port of Barcelona
Barcelona
In 2027 it will be equipped with a cold ironing plant
Marcegaglia and Nova Marine Carriers form NovaMar Logistic joint venture
Lugano/Gazoldo of the Ippoliti
A general cargo ship will transport raw materials to the steel group's plants
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Introduced most of the innovative technologies currently available
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
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