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Exim India web site
APRIL 8, 2024
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  • With methanol bunkering of deep-sea vessel, Port of Antwerp-Bruges' takes key step in ambition to become a multi-fuel port
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  • Simplifying e-commerce rules, setting up National Trade Network should be among new government's agenda: GTRI
  • India's GDP can grow at 8 pc till 2047: IMF's Subramanian
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  • Asian Shipowners' Association calls for urgent attention to maritime security in the Red Sea; advocates support for R&D funding vital to industry's net zero transition
  • India sets Rs 1 trn marine exports target
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  • Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port handles all-time high 66.4 MMT in 2023-24; HDC shines
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International Transport Journal web site
APRIL 8, 2024
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  • UP adds link between LA und Chicago
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APRIL 5, 2024
  • Carriers unveil new FAK hikes in bid to halt Asia-Europe rates slide
  • Tangled web under construction: Andersen, Jacobs & private equity
  • Box logjams at Canadian ports as import surge meets rail shortages
  • Maersk OC1 service to resume Panama Canal transit next month
  • Germany's state subsidy cut 'won't push rail freight onto the roads'
  • India's CarGo boosts freighter fleet to capitalise on e-commerce boom
  • Ceva top creditor as shoe company goes bust, hit by e-commerce boom
  • Emirates reaches new heights on April Fools' Day

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Marine Log web site
APRIL 5, 2024
  • USACE targets end-of-May restoration of full Port of Baltimore access
    As work to cope with the aftermath of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse continued, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced a tentative timeline for the restoration of safe navigation
  • New Rottnest Island ferry starts construction
    Construction on a new 32-meter passenger ferry, designed by Incat Crowther for Western Australian ferry operator Rottnest Fast Ferries, has commenced at Austal Philippines. The new ferry will operate on the popular

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Container News web site
APRIL 5, 2024
  • PortXchange appoints new account executive for North America
    PortXchange has revealed its expansion into North America, marking a significant milestone for the company. They have also announced the appointment of Matt Swenson as the new account executive for North America. With his extensive experience in the maritime sector, Swenson will try to spearhead PortXchange's initiatives in bolstering its presence throughout the United States. "With five years of
  • CMA CGM updates FAK rates from Asia to North Europe
    French container carrier CMA CGM has unveiled updated Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates, effective from 15 April (loading date), until further notice from Asia to North Europe. 20'GP 40'GP/40'HC/40'REEFER Asia to North Europe US$2,200 US$4,000 The origin range encompasses all Asian ports, comprising Japan, Southeast Asia, and Bangladesh, destined for all North European ports, including the United Kin
  • ClassNK, Nihon Shipyard and IMC team up to expand anti-roll tank application to large boxships
    ClassNK has entered a collaborative research and development (R&D) agreement with Nihon Shipyard (NSY) and IMC aimed at ensuring the safety and performance evaluation of anti-roll tanks (ART) installed on large container ships. Anti-roll tanks are specialized devices designed to mitigate a ship's roll by moving liquid, such as water, within the tank. The consideration for ART implementation on la
  • Maersk announces new peak season surcharges in Africa
    Maersk has implemented a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for all dry and reefer containers originating from North European and Mediterranean countries to Djibouti, starting on 4 May 2024. Surcharge Origin Destination Container Type New tariff levels Charge Basis PSS North European and Mediterranean countries Djibouti, DJALL Container ALL Container US$300 Per Container In addition, the Danish liner op
  • Peel Ports seeks bids for nearly US$1 billion construction works
    Peel Ports Group, the UK's second-largest port operator, has opened bidding for two new frameworks encompassing a significant, long-term programme of construction projects across its UK and Ireland facilities, valued at GB£750 million (around US$950 million) in total. "Our ports form a network of busy logistics hubs servicing local, national and global supply chains, and this move represents a hu
  • Hapag-Lloyd boosts rates from Far East to North Europe and Med
    German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd has announced increased ocean tariff rates for Freight of All Kinds (FAK) between the Far East and North Europe, as well as the Mediterranean. This increase applies for cargo transported in 20' and 40' dry containers, including high cube equipment, and reefers for sailings commencing on tariffing date of 15 April. per container Far East Westbound to Destination 20
  • First containers for two years arrive in Odessa
    A feeder service out of Constanta in Romania has delivered the first containers since Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine to Chornomorsk port in what is intended to be a regular service to the greater Odessa region. T-Mare, a Panamanian flagged general cargo vessel owned by Marshall Islands registered Majoris Trading, was chartered on 1 February, according to VesselsValue data, by Turkish forwarder
  • A Detailed Guide to Buying a Car and Transporting It
    Purchasing a car is a significant investment that requires careful consideration and planning. Whether buying a car from a dealership, a private seller, or an auction, you must be well-informed and prepared to make the best decision for your needs and budget. The excitement of buying a car can sometimes overshadow the logistical challenges that come with transporting it, especially if you're purc
  • CMA CGM increases rates from Asia to Med and North Africa
    CMA CGM has introduced updated Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates, effective from 15 April to 30 April, from all Asian ports to the following regions: *For dry, OOG and Paying Empties 20' 40'/40'HC West Mediterranean US$3,300 US$4,200 Adriatic US$3,300 US$4,200 East Mediterranean US$3,400 US$4,300 Black Sea US$3,400 US$4,400 Algeria US$4,600 US$5,800 Tunisia US$4,500 US$5,700 Libya US$4,300 US$5,200 M
  • Batam opens first direct container shipping link with China
    The Indonesian resort island of Batam has opened its first container shipping link with China, a move estimated by the municipal authorities to save US$600 in shipping costs per container. Speaking at the arrival of the 2001-built 1,098 TEU SITC Hakata at Batam's Batu Ambar Container Port on 31 March, Muhammad Rudi said, "We have realised a direct shipping connection to China, after installing a
  • ONE enhances Scan Baltic feeder service network
    Ocean Network Express (ONE) has decided to proceed with enhancements to its Scan Baltic Feeder Services. According to the company's recent restructuring of its Scan Baltic feeder service network , ONE will launch the weekly SBX (Scandinavia Baltic Express) service on 19 May with the following port rotation: Wilhelmshaven (Germany) - Hamburg, CTA (Germany) - Fredericia (Denmark) - Gdynia (Poland)
  • X-Press Feeders signs green corridor deal with six European ports
    X-Press Feeders, the world's largest independent common carrier, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with six European ports: Port of Antwerp Bruges (Belgium), Port of Tallinn (Estonia), Port of Helsinki (Finland), Port of HaminaKotka (Finland), Freeport of Riga (Latvia) and Klaipeda Port (Lithuania). This agreement signifies a joint commitment to accelerate the establishment of green ship
  • Port of New York and New Jersey reaches 1.3 million TEUs in first two months of 2024
    In February 2024, the Port of New York and New Jersey saw notable growth across various metrics, including total volume, imports, exports, rail, and auto shipments, marking it as the second-busiest February on record. Total volume for February stood at 632,455 TEUs (equivalent to 349,792 containers), reflecting a 10.7% increase from the same month in 2023. Year-to-date figures show that the port
  • ONE commences Irish Sea Express Service
    Singapore-headquartered box line Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced the launch of the Irish Sea Express Service (IRX), which is expected to offer customers enhanced coverage in Europe and a direct connection between Rotterdam and Ireland. The new IRX service will also be anticipated to provide a reliable and quality-assured transport service as well as schedule integrity. The first sailing
  • Maersk's OC1 service returns to Panama Canal
    Maersk has decided to reinstate the Panama Canal transit on its OC1 service, effective from 10 May, as the rainy season approaches and the Panama Canal Authority recently introduced additional transit slots per day. The service will return to its pre-existing rotation that was in place prior to the current "two-loop" setup established with the Panama Rail connection, which will be phased out by t
  • Container ships get "Cars" makeover
    Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents vast opportunities for fueling creativity and imagination. With this in mind, we tasked an AI system with a fun project: to create illustrations of container ships in the style of Pixar's "Cars". Take a look at the captivating results below: 1 of 11 If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .

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Splash web site
APRIL 5, 2024
  • Scott McReaken quits Fredriksen's rig companies
    Scott McReaken has decided to step down as chief executive of John Fredriksen's Northern Drilling and its semisub rig spin-off Northern Ocean. No further details were disclosed, but both companies said they expect to announce McReaken's replacement shortly. "On behalf of the company, I want to thank Scott for his contributions. We wish him well ...
  • Panama Canal restrictions set to ease as rains roll in
    Weather forecasts have plenty of rain heading Panama's way with many in international shipping predicting that the worst has now passed for a chokepoint that has been badly affected by drought for the past 11 months. Splash has been reporting on the Panama Canal Authority's (ACP) decision to slash daily transits and draft levels since ...
  • Industrial Jenga: the battle to reopen Baltimore port
    The port of Baltimore could be up and running at full capacity by the end of next month under a tentative timetable released yesterday by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), a plan which also sees another shipping channel open up later this month. The port has been largely closed for the last 11 ...
  • E. Nomikos buys panamax
    Greece's E. Nomikos Corp, a privately owned shipping company, has added its first ship in two years, tabling just under $18m for a 15-year-old, Oshima-built panamax, Xing Ji Hai, sold by Chinese interests. The last time E. Nomikos was in the market was in 2022 when it added a ship from another Chinese owner, the ...
  • Liner Cape diversions equivalent to a trip to the Moon every week
    Putting some perspective on just how enormous the rerouting of global trade has been in the wake of the Houthi attacks in and around the Red Sea over the past six months, Lars Jensen, founder of liner consultancy Vespucci Maritime, has crunched some astronomical numbers. For the past 112 days - 16 weeks - major ...
  • Aramco suspends contract for another jackup rig
    After Saudi Aramco already suspended deals with several rig owners, New York-listed offshore driller Valaris announced that its Saudi joint venture received a notice of suspension for one of the jackups contracted to the oil and gas player. Valaris' Saudi JV, ARO Drilling, has 19 contracted rigs to Saudi Aramco and it received a contract ...
  • HD Hyundai unveils novel gas containment material
    HD Hyundai is developing a plastic rival gas containment system to today's dominant supplier, Gaztransport & Technigaz (GTT). South Korea's largest shipyard has just received a general approval for ship application from class society DNV for a new high-strength composite hybrid support system for independent tanks on liquefied gas carriers. In a world-first, HD Hyundai's ...

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Lloyd's List web site
APRIL 5, 2024
  • No major east coast fallout from Baltimore container blockage
    Container shipping flows have adjusted to the Baltimore bridge accident. Rates to the east coast continue to decline despite the...
  • Eagle Bulk shareholders greenlight Star Bulk merger creating dry bulk juggernaut
    Eagle Bulk and Star Bulk are set to complete their combination on April 9 after Eagle shareholders voted in favour...
  • X-Press Feeders to kickstart European green corridors
    Singapore-based shortsea operator to use bio-methanol in European feeder services from the third quarter of 2024
  • War zone GPS jamming sees more ships show up at airports
    More than 100 cargo-carrying vessels appeared to show up in Beirut airport yesterday. AIS manipulation, common in the region since Hamas'...
  • Troubled water over a bridge
    Marine insurance is proving its value after the past week's spectacular casualty in Baltimore
  • Box freight market losing momentum
    Carriers are continuing to look for rate increases. But in the traditionally slower months of the second quarter, and with...
  • Russian oil imports buoy China's crude purchases despite waning demand
    The record crude oil imports from Russia are impressive. But analyst says it masks the overall weakness in China's crude...
  • CMA CGM brings vessel efficiency programme to Europe
    Containership operators have focused on reducing vessel emissions in the face of increasingly stringent regulations. While vessel modifications to increase...
  • Police seize 212 kg of cocaine on Latvia-operated bulker in Brazil
    Police say the cocaine found on board the Liberia-flagged bulk carrier was headed for Germany
  • Elderly livestock carrier grounds on Greek island
    Aegean incident is latest in litany of accidents blighting livestock shipping sector
  • Danish strait back open after missile scare
    Authorities confirmed the missile launcher was not armed on Thursday evening and lifted the warning shortly after
  • Daily Briefing
    Red Sea attacks pull idle containership capacity back to pandemic levels | Russian crude exports defy G7 price cap during...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
APRIL 5, 2024
  • Baltimore preps for limited port reopening by end of April
    And the US Army Corps of Engineers says it expects to clear the wreckage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge from Baltimore's 50-foot-deep shipping channel by the end of May, "restoring port access to normal capacity."
  • Maersk to resume Panama Canal transits on OC1 service as vessel restrictions ease
    The canal authority at the end of March increased the number of daily vessel slots available following an improvement in actual and projected water levels on the Gatun Lake.
  • Iraqi Persian Gulf port project moves forward as backers push Red Sea alternative
    The UAE's AD Ports Group and the Iraqi government have signed a preliminary agreement to develop the Al-Faw Grand Port, its economic zone and freight-supporting infrastructure.
  • European decarbonization goals need more funding: transport groups
    Without a significant increase in EU funding, the ambitious emissions-cutting targets for 2030 and 2050 will be difficult to meet, the coalition told the European Commission this week.

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TradeWinds web site
APRIL 5, 2024
  • Capesize rates to 'come off significantly' after best start to the year since 2010
    MB Shipbrokers says weakness in second quarter will be followed by a rebound later in 2024
  • Kristian Siem and Christen Sveaas slice up Siem Offshore as founder and chairman exits
    Deal sees Siem take nine ships and exit the company he established 30 years ago
  • SFL scores $150m in cash after placing sustainability-linked bonds
    New York-listed shipowner to use some of funds for refinance previous debt securities
  • Billionaire Torstein Hagen seeks New York IPO for 92 ship cruise giant Viking
    Chairman says listing is natural move to further solidify position
  • Torstein Hagen hunts New York IPO for 92 ship cruise giant Viking
    Chairman Hagen says listing is natural move to further solidify position
  • Wavelength podcast: Dali disaster, crew welfare and fuel problems
    Who is caring for the crew of the Dali?
  • Eagle Bulk takeover approved as two thirds of shareholders vote for Star Bulk deal
    Merger poised for completion on Tuesday after 65% of shareholders give the thumbs up
  • Meet the entrepreneur ready to ship trillions of litres of fresh Arctic water on product tankers
    Investor Thomas Schumann could hold the key to evolution of the tanker business as he fights global drought
  • CLdN seafarer in hospital after breaking ankle in winch system
    RNLI lifeboat was called out to the ro-ro Yasmine off the UK
  • Editor's selection: Baltimore bridge ship battles to limit liability, and Clarksons bosses' pay deals revealed
    These are the big stories making the headlines in TradeWinds this week
  • Aframax tanker rates climb, boosted by tightness in the US Gulf
    There was little VLCC activity this week, leaving space for smaller ships to shine
  • Shipping Corp of India shopping for new VLGC and offshore vessel in expansion push
    State-controlled owner tenders for secondhand ships as part of expansion drive
  • Eagle Bulk's last flight: shareholder vote looms as a new $2.7bn Star set to be born
    Path looks clear for a bigger Star Bulk Carriers to move forward as highly investible dry bulk goliath
  • Confident tanker buyers frustrated by lack of sales candidates in market with 'proven profitability'
    Eva Tzima, head of research at Seaborne Shipbrokers in Greece, explains present dynamic in S&P market
  • Banking giant Citi recruits new Norway boss from HSBC in London
    Christian Aho has been recruited from rival to replace Pal Rokke
  • X-Press Feeders inks green corridors deal with six north European ports
    Carrier names date for launch of first European feeder services powered by green methanol
  • Bank giant Citi recruits new Norway boss from HSBC in London
    Christian Aho will start in Oslo on 1 May
  • Joakim Hannisdahl's Gersemi fund shorts Euronav and cuts bulker exposure amid high share prices
    Norwegian investor says tanker and dry bulk sector stocks have risen above his fair-value assessments
  • Tor Olav Troim's Himalaya Shipping an 'attractive bet' for Pareto as it begins coverage
    Bulker owner shares rise to NOK 84 versus target price of NOK 110
  • Hoegh Autoliners' March volumes slump amid ongoing Red Sea diversions
    Volumes are still significantly lower, although rates are 'close to peak'
  • John Fredriksen's SFL gets books covered for $150m bond issue
    Chief executive Ole Hjertaker says there has been great interest from US and outside Scandinavia
  • Liner stocks bounce back from Baltimore bridge blow
    Zim, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd stocks recover amid signs freight rates are reaching a floor
  • John Fredriksen's SFL gets books covered for $150m bond issue
    Chief executive Ole Hjertaker says great interest from US and outside Scandinavia
  • Shipowner and reality TV star Leif-Ivan Karlsson arrested in Sweden
    Police are investigating financial crimes, according to prosecutors
  • Shake-up at Trafigura as 'pivotal' executive director and finance chief both quit
    Departures follow resignation of former operating boss Mike Wainwright, who is fighting a corruption case
  • Golden Ocean heads first quarter rally as shipping surges ahead of main Oslo index
    VLGC owners BW LPG and Avance Gas fall behind
  • Laden livestock carrier grounds off Greek island in benign conditions
    Vessel carrying 16 people and thousands of sheep and lambs was refloated after several hours
  • Billionaire Idan Ofer captures 'pivotal moment' with $2.6bn green shipping spending spree
    Major decarbonisation initiative spanned retrofitting and pioneering newbuilding moves at Eastern Pacific
  • Seismic shipping giant Shearwater seals $700m refinancing headed by DNB
    Norwegian shipowner says deal will strengthen capacity to grow
  • Cocaine weighing 212kg found hidden on ship by Brazilian divers
    Joint operation with navy found eight packets weighing 212kg below the waterline
  • $27bn man: Norway's top stockpicker opens up on his shipping investment strategy
    Nordea's Robert Naess invests in Wilhelmsen, Treasure, Cadeler and Klaveness
  • CMA CGM plans green retrofits at Damen to cut emissions
    Work to be carried out at yards in France and the Netherlands rather than yards in Asia
  • 'We still have a long road ahead of us': Baltimore salvage faces challenges as cargoes divert
    Ship inspections and efforts to clear channel press ahead cautiously amid murky waters and rough weather
  • Singapore safety clampdown sees Excelerate Energy FSRU detained
    City state has seen fewer detentions so far this year, but authorities remain on their guard
  • 'While most talked, we acted': Idan Ofer's Eastern Pacific highlights $2.6bn green shipping investment drive
    Major decarbonisation initiative spanned retrofitting and pioneering newbuilding moves

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American Shipper web site
APRIL 5, 2024
  • UPS plans to hire 300 pilots to support Postal Service contract
    Express delivery giant UPS is recruiting pilots again after beating out FedEx for the Postal Service's air transport contract.

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Fincantieri and Viking convert options into orders for two new cruise ships
Trieste
A ship was boarded by pirates in the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
The unit was forced to head towards Somalia
CK Hutchison initiates international arbitration proceedings against the Republic of Panama
Hong Kong
The action follows a similar one by its subsidiary PPC. The lawsuit seeks damages of $2 billion and over $1.5 billion.
Hapag-Lloyd to acquire 25% stake in APM Terminals Maasvlakte II
Hamburg
The Maersk Group company will retain operational control of the Dutch terminal
The German company Hapag-Lloyd has signed an agreement with APM Terminals, the terminal operator of the AP Møller-Mærsk shipping group, for
ZIM also records a recovery in the second quarter
ZIM also records a recovery in the second quarter
Haifa
Acquisition by Hapag-Lloyd expected by the end of the year
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia grew by +3.6%
Civitavecchia
In the first half of this year the total was 3.93 million tons (+1.5%)
Last month the port of Singapore handled four million containers (+3.1%)
Singapore/Hong Kong
A 1.6% decline was recorded in the port of Hong Kong
AP Moller Capital to acquire majority stake in Globex Investissement
Copenhagen/Casablanca
Ship hit in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
Crew member of the "Minoan Dignity" dies
Last month, freight traffic in the port of Barcelona decreased by -6.5%.
Barcelona
In July, 300,961 containers were handled (-13.2%)
Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund offers to acquire 100% of AD Ports' capital.
Abu Dhabi
He currently owns a 75.42% stake
In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of La Spezia grew by +2.0%
La Spezia
Cargo traffic in Tunisian ports is growing sharply
In the April-June quarter it was 7.4 million tons (+8.8%)
The port of Koper reports a 5.6% decrease in quarterly freight traffic
Ljubljana
In June the decline was -18.9%
Strait of Hormuz crisis has severe impact on DP World's financial and operating performance
Dubai
Container traffic at CK Hutchison terminals fell by -1% in the first six months of 2026.
Hong Kong
Excluding operations in Panama, volumes increased by +5%
In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Hamburg decreased by -3.1%.
Hamburg
Containers amounted to four million TEUs (-3.7%)
HMM's revenues increased by 29.7% in the second quarter
Seoul
Net profit down, weighed down by lower financial income
Evergreen's net profit grew by 43.9% in the April-June quarter.
Taipei
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd benefit from the recovery of the container shipping market
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd benefit from the recovery of the container shipping market
Copenhagen/Hamburg
The Danish company reports better quarterly performance than its German partner in Gemini Cooperation
Freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado remained stable in the second quarter
Genoa
Passenger numbers drop at both ports
In the second quarter, Yang Ming recorded a net profit growth of +610.7%.
Keelung
Revenues stable in the first half of 2026
Two ships attacked in the Gulf of Oman and off the coast of Yemen
Southampton
A container ship was reportedly hit by an American helicopter
The Northern Sea Route is not at all competitive with the sea route through Suez
Basel
Study by two researchers from Mokpo National Maritime University
The auction on August 28 is expected to confirm Rheinmetall-MSC's interest in the Romanian Mangalia shipyard.
Bucharest
In the second quarter, vessel traffic in the Panama Canal grew by +9.6%, but decreased significantly in June
In the second quarter, vessel traffic in the Panama Canal grew by +9.6%, but decreased significantly in June
Panama/Balboa
The ACP introduces new limitations on vessel draft and does not exclude reductions in the daily number of transits.
Contract with Fincantieri for the construction of a third cruise ship for Crystal is now in force
Monaco/Miami
Delivery is scheduled for 2034
More explosions in the Strait of Hormuz area
Southampton/Tehran
Iran-Oman negotiations continue, but reopening to ship transit still seems a long way off.
Shipping associations reiterate their opposition to mandatory tolls and tariffs for transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
Two ships attacked in the Red Sea
Southampton/San'a'/New Delhi
Indian vessel "Faize Noore Oliya" sunk, Houthis claim attack on "NCC Wafa"
Prologis makes $18.8 billion offer to buy Segro
San Francisco
The combination will create a European giant in the ownership and management of logistics properties
In the April-June quarter, ONE recorded an improvement in financial performance
Singapore
During the period the fleet transported almost 3.3 million containers (+2.9%)
Global Port Holdings' revenues grew by 27% in the first half of this year.
Istanbul
Gross operating margin up 22%
In the second quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.5%
In the second quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.5%
Cairo
In the first half of 2026, growth was +14.0%
In the second quarter of 2026, the Bosphorus Strait was crossed by 10,082 ships (+0.5%)
Ankara
In the first half of the year, naval traffic decreased by -0.5%
A report by the French National Assembly notes the competitive decline of the state's port ecosystem.
Paris
In the first half of 2026, FS's freight transport segment recorded a -2.7% drop in operating revenues
Rome
Traffic volumes amounted to approximately 8.8 billion tonne-km (-7.3%)
The EU ETS Observatory confirms that the emissions trading system is having a negative impact on EU ports.
Madrid
The proposed corrections are the broadening of the criteria for the designation of neighbouring container transhipment ports and a percentage reduction factor applied to the volume of CO2 emissions from ships.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' revenues increased by 4.9% in the second quarter of 2026.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' revenues increased by 4.9% in the second quarter of 2026.
Miami
New historical record of passengers embarking on the fleet's ships
Fincantieri's half-year revenues remain stable
Trieste
Net profit increased by 191.4%. New orders fell by 58.5%.
In the second quarter, freight traffic in Albanian ports grew by +8.9%
Tirana
The US think tank Open Markets Institute proposes the establishment of a public container shipping company
Washington
Rao: Today the United States depends on a cartel of six foreign shipping companies
Royal Caribbean reports record revenue for the April-June quarter
Miami
New all-time peak in turnover in the first half of 2026
In the second quarter, CMA CGM group revenues increased by +19.2%
Marseille/New York/Los Angeles
United Ports Joint Venture with Stonepeak Completed
PortXchange: To immediately reduce shipping emissions, we need to focus on ports.
Rotterdam
In the port of Trieste, bulk cargo is increasing and miscellaneous goods are decreasing.
Trieste
In the first six months of 2026, traffic in Monfalcone dropped by 24.9%.
Fermerci, freight train transport production in Italy could fall to 2015 levels this year.
Rome
Map: We are faced with data that exceeds all expectations.
Indian government approves $7.2 billion in aid for domestic shipbuilding
New Delhi
Strategy adopted today to revitalize the sector
Two Indian shipyards included in the new EU list of ship recycling facilities proposed by the Commission
Brussels/Washington
Satisfaction of ECSA and World Shipping Council
Hyundai and Siemens sign agreement for AI-powered shipbuilding
Washington
The goal is an autonomous manufacturing system in which all processes, including design, production, logistics, inspection and testing, are digitally connected.
African Union condemns attacks on tankers in Red Sea claimed by Houthis
Addis Ababa
Youssouf: The security of Red Sea shipping lanes is of vital strategic importance for Africa
In Genoa, Fincantieri delivered the new cruise ship Explora III to Explora Journeys.
Genoa
"Explora IV" and "Explora V" will follow in 2027 and "Explora VI" in 2028.
In the second quarter of 2019, bulk cargo volumes increased while general cargo volumes decreased.
Rotterdam
In the first half of 2026, 212.0 million tonnes of goods were moved (+0.4%)
In the second quarter, Spanish ports handled 144.8 million tonnes of goods (+2.9%)
Madrid
Record for conventional goods and containers (in TEU)
The EU Commission opens an in-depth investigation into the Saipem-Subsea7 merger.
Brussels
Brussels considers the effects of the operation to be particularly critical, especially in the SURF market.
Medlog (MSC Group) acquires a stake in Interporto Bologna
Bologna
Caliandro: Industrial development that will allow us to achieve our rail freight traffic objectives
The Barcelona Port Authority will acquire 40% of Terminal Intermodal de Navarra.
Barcelona
The remaining 60% of the capital will remain with Hutchison Ports Best
In the first half of this year, Chinese seaports handled 5.87 billion tons of cargo (+3.0%).
In the first half of this year, Chinese seaports handled 5.87 billion tons of cargo (+3.0%).
Beijing
New historical records for half-yearly and quarterly container traffic
Ports of Italy: The issue of competences divides the reform.
Rome
At the Confitarma conference, Rixi defends the new national control room, while experts and operators ask for clarity on the relationships with the AdSPs and on the resources of the new company.
The maritime sector is divided between cautious support and criticism over the EU ETS review.
Brussels/Washington/
Copenhagen/Piraeus/Rotterdam
Yet another attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A tanker was hit and abandoned by the crew.
ECSA considers the proposed revision of the EU ETS to be a first step, but many others should follow.
Brussels
Raptis: It's a good idea to allocate system revenues at EU and national levels to support sustainable fuels.
ESPO: No to lowering the EU ETS application threshold from 5,000 to 400 GRT vessels.
Brussels
Appreciation for measures aimed at reducing evasive ship calls
T&E welcomes some new proposals from Brussels for the EU maritime ETS
Brussels
The association is more critical of the measures studied by the EU Commission for the aviation sector
For Assarmatori, the Commission's proposal on the EU ETS is timid, while more courageous measures were expected
Brussels
EU Maritime ETS: The European Commission partially accepts shipowners' requests.
Brussels
A new €110 million fund for clean fuels, non-permanent exemptions extended to 2035, an IMO deduction mechanism, and crackdowns on "evasive" transshipment ports.
Another ship was hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Tampa
US Marines conducted an inspection aboard a sanctioned oil tanker
Port of Gioia Tauro: First connection of a large container ship to the cold ironing system
Gioia Tauro
The ship "MSC Mirja" powered with a total power of approximately seven MW
Sallaum creates a company for land logistics of cars in Europe
Vilnius
It will initially be equipped with 50 car transporters and the fleet will reach 300 vehicles by 2029
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +6.7%
Taranto
An increase of +104.9% was recorded in July
Viking Holdings Cruise Line Reports Record Quarterly Revenue
Los Angeles
Net profit of $587.7 million (+33.8%)
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles dropped 5.8% last month.
Los Angeles
In the first seven months of 2026, growth of +1.8% was recorded
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach dropped 1.7% in July.
Long Beach
In the first seven months of this year, total traffic was 5,758,086 TEUs (+1.2%)
In the second quarter, RCL recorded an increase in revenues that was outweighed by the increase in operating costs
Bangkok
Net profit down 1.1%
Danish DFDS's quarterly financial performance improves
Copenhagen
In the April-June quarter, rolling stock transported by the fleet increased by 1.1%. Passengers decreased by 8.9%.
Container traffic at HHLA terminals decreased by -8.0% in the second quarter
Hamburg
Revenues increased by 2.5%. Operating costs increased by 5.7%.
Costa Cruises announces change of management for the Americas region.
Genoa
Jorge Serrano Martín de Vidales will replace Dario Rustico
The Livorno Port Authority creates an internal task force for the Darsena Europa project.
Livorno
The aim is to ensure a unified coordination with the commissioner structure that follows the project
MSC installs Jotun's proactive hull cleaning system on MSC Daniela
Sandefjord
Combines advanced antifouling technology with robotic inspection and cleaning
Wan Hai Lines reports a 965.6% increase in quarterly profit
Taipei
The company orders six new 11,000 TEU containerships
In the second quarter, cargo traffic in Montenegrin ports decreased by -5.8%
Podgorica
Cargoes to and from Italy dropped by -40.6%
The Grimaldi Group has taken delivery of the Grande Pacifico
Naples
The vessel is the first of five new sister PCTCs with a capacity of 9,800 ceu
In 2025, the Fratelli Cosulich group's revenues amounted to 1.9 billion euros (-11.5%)
Genoa
Net profit of 20.0 million euros (-3.0%)
Maurizio Longo, Secretary General of Trasportounito, has passed away.
Rome
He passed away in Rome after a long illness.
Terminal Investment Limited abandons Tercat acquisition
Brussels
It provided for joint control of the Barcelona terminal with Hutchison Ports
Work has been completed to activate cold ironing at the Porto Corsini cruise terminal in Ravenna.
Ravenna
Acceleration of the redevelopment process for the former CIVAM area in the port of Vibo Valentia Marina
Vibo Valentia
The area will be transformed into new yards for commercial logistics
Maersk Group sells Maersk Training and Maersk H2S Safety Services
Copenhagen
They will be sold to the US Open Gate Capital, specialized in industrial carve-out operations
SAILING LIST
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Arrival ports by:
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In the April-June quarter, the port of Venice handled 6.3 million tons of goods (-1.2%)
Venice
Cruise passengers down by -15.3%
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna recorded a sharp increase of +10.9%
Ravenna
In the first six months of 2026 the increase was +5.9%
DP World acquires six GXO logistics sites in the UK
Dubai
186,000 square meters and 2,000 employees change hands: this is the transfer imposed by the British Antitrust for the acquisition of Wincanton
DHL soars in the second quarter, but not everywhere
Bonn
Revenue and EBIT in double digits. Express performed well, while Supply Chain and Post & Parcel Germany fared less well.
Global Ship Lease reports record quarterly and half-year revenues
Athens
Rising costs impact profits
DP World to build temperature-controlled logistics hub in the port of Antwerp
Dubai/Kallo
GNV will activate a third maritime service to Algeria on Saturday
Genoa
The Civitavecchia-Annaba line will complement the existing routes from Sète to Algiers and Bejaia.
Danaos Corporation reports quarterly revenue growth of 4.7%.
Athens
The containership segment remains stable. Bulk carriers continue to contribute.
A bulk carrier hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/London
One crew member is reportedly missing.
This year, 800,000 cruise passengers are expected in Messina.
Messina
Passengers make a direct expenditure of almost 16 million euros in the city
Container traffic at the Port of New York grew by 1.6% in the second quarter
New York
In the first six months of 2026, 4.43 million TEUs were handled (+0.2%)
HZ Cargo and Railtrans form joint venture for intermodal transport
Zagreb
The aim is to activate a traffic of over 500 thousand tons between the ports of Croatia and the markets of Central Europe.
ICTSI posts record net income of $363 million (+24.2%) in the second quarter
Manila
Another GasLog vessel hit while leaving the Persian Gulf
Piraeus/Southampton
Damage to the engine room
Finnlines reports record quarterly revenues
Helsinki
In the April-June period, net profit was 42.9 million euros (+64.7%)
Spinelli Group approves 2025 sustainability report
Genoa
Production value grew by 5%. New hires increased by 48%.
Fabrizio Marilli will be the new secretary general of the Central Adriatic Sea Port Authority.
Ancona
The Management Committee has approved the institution's budget adjustment
The Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has adopted the 2026-2028 Port Plan.
Genoa
Projections for 2028 indicate an increase of approximately 150 employees in the ports of the system
The Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority has approved the budget adjustment change.
Gioia Tauro
It records higher revenues and higher expenses of 1.69 million euros
One and a half million euros for training in Tuscan ports
Livorno
The Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority has presented its 2026-2028 training plan.
Terminali Italia will manage the Orte intermodal terminal starting next year.
Rome
It has approximately 96,000 square meters of yards and three tracks
Italy and Tunisia sign a collaboration agreement in the transport and logistics sector
Rome
Another Saudi-owned Bahri ship attacked by Houthis in the Red Sea
Southampton/Sana'a/Riyadh
Yemeni militants' spokesman claimed responsibility for the attack on the chemical tanker "NCC Ghazal"
The final breakthrough of the two main tunnels of the Brenner Base Tunnel was achieved today.
Bolzano
The two construction sites are connected approximately 1,400 meters below the Brenner Pass
UPS revenues increased 7.6% in the second quarter
Atlanta
Net profit amounted to $604 million (-52.9%)
In 2025, the revenues of the Italian logistics company Nord Ovest grew by +13.6%
Wedge
Net profit down 8.3%
Quarterly freight traffic increased at the ports of Algeciras and Barcelona. Valencia saw a decline.
Algeciras/Barcelona/
Valencia
Increase in containers at the Catalan port
Fincantieri signs agreement with NextGeo's reinvesting partners
Trieste
The operation is part of the development strategy in the diving segment
The update to the DPSS of the ports of Sardinia has been adopted.
Cagliari
Resolution of the Management Committee of the Port System Authority
ICTSI acquires the ATU12 and ATU18 bulk terminals at the Brazilian port of Aratu.
Sao Paulo/Manila
They will be sold by SIMPAR for approximately 355 million dollars
Konecranes reports decline in quarterly financial performance as orders increase
Helsinki
The value of orders relating to port equipment grew by +17%
Fourteen regions are in favor and five are against the bill on port governance reform.
Rome
Rixi: Let's now continue the institutional process with the aim of achieving a balanced reform.
Kuehne+Nagel's net sales increased by 8% in the second quarter.
Schindellegi
Performance improved markedly in the air freight segment
Assagenti's management team has been renewed.
Genoa
The composition of the executive committee and the chairmen of the commissions
DP World signs preliminary agreement to build two terminals at Fujairah Port
Dubai
VIO - Vado Ligure Interport Board of Directors Renewed
Genoa
Pierangelo Olivieri has been appointed president
Kalmar's turnover increased by 14% in the second quarter
Helsinki
New orders value stable
Saipem wins new offshore drilling contract off Ivory Coast
Milan
It was awarded by Eni Côte d'Ivoire
DSV's quarterly performance continues to grow, boosted by the Schenker acquisition.
Hedehusene
Net profit of DKK 2.6 billion (+11.5%) was recorded in the April-June period of 2026.
Falteri (Federlogistica) has been co-opted into the Board of the European Logistics Association
Genoa
International collaboration protocol on integrated logistics with ACLI Terra
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 "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will be held in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
It is organized by the Casa America ETS Foundation and the Western Liguria Port Authority
The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.
Rome
Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Empire buys back: After Tata, Adani can rewrite India's colonial past
(The Economic Times)
Govt does not interfere in port management appointments - Loke
(Bernama)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
GCC urges international community to protect maritime transport against Houthi threats
Riyadh
Reaction to the announcement of a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia
Fincantieri signs agreement in Qatar for operational management of the Training and Simulation Centre.
Trieste
The center is intended for the training of naval personnel of the Qatari Navy.
Over 770 kilos of cocaine seized at the port of Vado Ligure
Savona
Once released on the market, the drug would have ensured criminal organizations profits of 250 million euros.
Wärtsilä records sharp increase in new order value in second quarter
Helsinki
Net turnover decreased by -2%
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build six 13,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
Contract valued at over $1.2 billion
The toll of attacks on ships in the Black Sea worsens
Odessa
Ten dead on board a ship leaving the port of Odessa
Today a new attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The product tanker Kavomaleas of the Greek company Dynacom Tankers Management caught fire
Confitarma disappointed by the Commission's proposal to revise the EU ETS
Rome
Zanetti: The notable absentee is the competitiveness of the Italian and European shipping industry.
ALIS: Commission's proposals on the EU ETS are positive, but serious issues remain.
Rome
MIT adopts cold ironing guidelines
Rome
The aim is to ensure clear, uniform and transparent criteria for all Port System Authorities.
In the first half of the year, cruise traffic at GPH port terminals grew by +10.1%
Istanbul
In the second quarter alone the increase was +2.8%
Western Liguria Port Authority approves 2026 budget update
Genoa
Assiterminal clarifies its doubts about the responsibilities assigned to Porti d'Italia Spa.
Genoa
ABB buys British Rotork
Zurich/London
The Bath-based company specializes in flow control and industrial automation.
Central Adriatic Port Authority refinances €100 million from the Infrastructure Decree
Ancona
The funds concern seven strategic interventions of the port system
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles increased by 3.4% in the first half of 2026.
Los Angeles
In the second quarter, growth was +11.5%
IMO and ITF call for an end to attacks on seafarers and transport workers
London
Resurgence of incidents in the Black Sea, Sea of Azov and the Strait of Hormuz region
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 0.2% in the second quarter of 2026.
Hong Kong
An increase of +6.5% was recorded in June
Uiltrasporti is strongly opposed to the establishment of Porti d'Italia Spa
Rome
Verzari and Gulli: the AdSPs must be coordinated by a public body that can protect port workers
CMPort sets new monthly, quarterly and half-yearly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the first half of 2026, 78.3 million were moved (+4.6%)
In the first half of this year, the port of Singapore handled 22.7 million containers (+4.7%)
Singapore
Historic record for half-year bunker sales
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 10.3% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
Growth of +1.7% was recorded in the first half of 2026
The new board of directors of Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane has been appointed.
Rome
Tommaso Tanzilli confirmed as president. Gianpiero Strisciuglio is the new CEO.
Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for completion of dredging activities
Gioia Tauro
The expected duration of the contract is 60 days
In the first half of 2026, cargo traffic in Turkish ports was 279.1 million tonnes (+1.5%)
Ankara
Cargoes with Italy alone amounted to 23.4 million tons (-2.5%)
The first steel cutting of the Carnival Destiny cruise ship.
Monfalcone
Fincantieri and Carnival celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of their collaboration
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