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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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APRIL 8, 2024
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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
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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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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
In the second quarter of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2%.
Antwerp
Dry bulk volumes recovered and rolling stock increased. Other sectors declined.
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new quarterly and half-year container traffic records
Hong Kong
US forces struck the VLCC Belma sailing towards Iran's Kharg Island.
Tampa
It is operated by the Emirati Max Maritime Solutions which is subject to US sanctions
In May, freight traffic in the port of Genoa was stable, while in Savona-Vado it decreased
Genoa
In the first five months of 2026, containers amounted to 1,199,914 TEUs (-2.8%), of which 999,228 (-1.4%) and 200,686 (-9.2%) were handled by the two ports respectively.
Turkey's GIH acquires Royal Caribbean's stakes in Kusadasi and Lisbon cruise terminals
Istanbul
Shareholdings rose to 99.99% and 60% respectively
In the first half of the year, Russian ports handled 451.5 million tons of cargo (+5.8%)
St. Petersburg
Record traffic in the second quarter
Trump backtracks on 20% tax on ships passing through Hormuz under US protection
Trump backtracks on 20% tax on ships passing through Hormuz under US protection
Washington/Southampton/Rotterdam
Meanwhile, another tanker, the "Stolt Magnesium", was hit by a missile near Oman
European shipowners call for permanent derogations from the EU maritime ETS after 2030
Brussels
Exemptions for connections with islands and outermost regions, for polar class vessels, for transnational public service obligations and for search and rescue activities
The rail sector is calling for recognition of its contribution to decarbonisation in the EU ETS review.
Brussels
Two VLCCs operated by the UAE's ADNOC were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
Abu Dhabi/Tampa
US Central Command announces reinstatement of blockade on maritime traffic in and out of Iranian ports
Trump announces a tax on goods passing through the Strait of Hormuz protected by the US
Washington/Portsmouth
Expected to be equal to 20% of the value of the transported loads
Six-monthly vessel traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore increased by +3.7%
Port Klang
In the second quarter of this year alone, a decrease of -0.5% was recorded
In May, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +15.0%
Cairo
In the first five months of 2026, 5,696 ships passed through the port (+12.7%)
OOCL records sharp increase in containers carried by its fleet
Hong Kong
In the April-June quarter, revenues generated by this activity grew by +19.8%
Strait of Hormuz, a container ship was attacked near the coast of Oman
Muscat/Portsmouth/New Delhi/Tampa
Fire on board. One crew member missing. 23 other sailors rescued.
At the port of Marseille-Fos, general cargo traffic is increasing while bulk cargo is decreasing.
Marseille
In the first half of 2026, cruise passengers increased by +5%
The Swedish government is calling for the EU maritime ETS to be extended to more vessels.
Stockholm
Stockholm stresses the need for the ETS to remain a pillar of EU climate policy
Assiterminal will bring the issues of concession fees, investments and intermodality to the attention of politicians.
Genoa
Proposal to grant a concession fee discount to terminals that increase rail traffic
Pirate attacks on ships continue to decline
London
In the first half of this year, 38 accidents occurred compared to 90 in the first six months of 2025.
There are still six thousand sailors trapped in the Strait of Hormuz region
London
Dominguez (IMO): I remain confident that the evacuation plan can be resumed
A study highlights the significant costs and counterproductive effects of the application of the EU ETS to maritime connections with western Sicily
Palermo
For the Naples-Palermo and Genoa-Palermo routes the annual cost varies between 2.9 million and 19.9 million euros.
Fincantieri to build third ultra-luxury cruise ship for Four Seasons Yachts
Trieste
The unit will be built in the Ancona plant and will be delivered in 2031
Fermerci urges the search for resources to support rail freight transport.
Rome
Paper: from the remodulation of the PNRR we expect that resources will finally be allocated to compensate for the damages that operators are suffering
Another tanker hit by a drone in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The device caused limited structural damage
New attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A tanker was hit by a shell which started a fire
Evergreen founder's son investigated for insider trading
Taipei
He was released on bail today
ECSA: Shipping receives a cut of its EU maritime ETS payments.
Brussels
Italy, ranked third in Europe, earns €669-787 million. Only France and Estonia allocate a specific portion of this revenue to the maritime sector.
Fincantieri acquires Next Geosolutions, WSense, Graal Tech, and Defcomm to develop the underwater segment
Trieste
The first phase of operations involves an outlay of approximately 600 million euros
A new attack on a ship in the Red Sea raises alarm over a possible resumption of Houthi actions.
Portsmouth
The accident occurred 30 nautical miles southwest of the port of Hodeidah
The Regional Administrative Court (TAR) has accepted the appeal for the annulment of the environmental impact assessment decree for the Fiumicino tourist and cruise port.
Rome
The project - explains the ruling - although speaking of a "prevalent" recreational function, actually foresees a very significant cruise component.
Transport & Environment calls for the introduction of national cruise taxes and further EU measures to mitigate their impact
Brussels
Assiterminal's proposals for amending the Ports Bill focus on port work
Genoa
According to the association, the distinction between port operations and services must be overcome
Assologistica and Assoporti also request changes to Porti d'Italia Spa.
Rome
Both associations highlight the central role of the Port System Authorities
Peruvian judiciary rules that COSCO's private port of Chancay must be subject to public oversight
File
The corrections proposed by Confitarma, ANCI, the Port Authorities and the Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) to the port governance reform
Rome
AP Møller Holding to acquire Norwegian ship leasing company Ocean Yield
Copenhagen/London/Oslo
Holds interests in a fleet of more than 70 cargo vessels
CMA CGM to Invest $1.4 Billion to Buy FedEx Supply Chain
Memphis/Marseille
The American company has nearly 10,000 employees
Brittany Ferries announces plan to scale back operations
Roscoff
The company reports that the difficulties caused by the Covid pandemic and unfair competition have been compounded by the effects of the EU ETS.
ITF and JNG agree to maintain the designation of the Strait of Hormuz as a Warlike Operations Area until July 9
London
It provides seafarers with greater protection and more adequate compensation
Assiterminal highlights the difficulty of placing Porti d'Italia, as proposed by the government, within the Italian port system and within Community law.
Rome
Cargo traffic at Chinese seaports fell by -0.4% in May
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.5 million TEUs (+2.9%)
The administrative process for the new Port Master Plan for Augusta has begun.
Augusta
TiL (MSC Group) acquires 49% stake in Indian port of Vizhinjam
Mumbai
The stake was sold by Adani Ports for $1.4 billion
Hanseatic Global Terminals (Hapag-Lloyd Group) to acquire 20% of Eurogate Container Terminal Hamburg
Hamburg
The German shipping group will also increase its stake in the Moroccan Tanger Alliance
La Spezia is among the Italian ports that are most increasing their connections to container shipping lines.
Geneva
Among the other main national airports, Vado Ligure and Ravenna are losing connections
Spanish shipowners call for EU maritime ETS revenues to be reinvested in shipping
Madrid
Boluda: Spanish companies will inject over five billion euros into the system by 2030
Middle Eastern Gulf Cooperation Council states call for freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
Middle Eastern Gulf Cooperation Council states call for freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
Manama
Rejected any toll, tax or attempt to exercise control over the Strait
IMO suspends evacuation operations for ships awaiting transit through the Strait of Hormuz
London/Taipei
Evergreen says its container ship was hit while following the UKMTO-recommended route.
Four entities pre-qualified for the concession of the cargo terminals of the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk
Gdansk
These are APM Terminals, Mariner/TAS, Yilport Holding and AD Ports/SKF Holdings UK
New attack on a ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The container ship Ever Lovely was hit by a shell off the coast of Oman.
In 2025, 1,478 containers were lost at sea out of a total of 280 million transported by ships
Washington
On January 1st, the IMO regulation came into force which makes reporting of boxes lost at sea mandatory
BIMCO and ICS' latest report on the maritime workforce raises alarm over officer shortages
London/Bagsværd
In 2026, there will be a shortage of 39,100 STCW certified officers.
In 2025, intermodal traffic handled by Kombiverkehr decreased by -13.5%
Frankfurt am Main
Annual revenues down 8.3%
The government's proposal to update the rules on port governance raises more than one doubt
Rome
Costa: The lack of infrastructure planning cannot be solved with a joint stock company
MSC Cruises and Meyer Werft have not yet signed contracts for four new cruise ships plus two options.
Papenburg/Geneva
The companies expressed confidence that they could successfully conclude negotiations in the coming weeks.
The LSCI index of Italy's connection to the global network of containerized maritime services continues to grow.
The LSCI index of Italy's connection to the global network of containerized maritime services continues to grow.
Geneva
In the second quarter of 2026 it was equal to 290.0 (+2.3%)
AD Ports has completed the acquisition of an 81% stake in Global Feeder Shipping.
Abu Dhabi
In 2025, the company's ships carried 2.8 million containers
An evacuation plan has been established for ships still waiting to transit the Strait of Hormuz.
London/Muscat
Dominguez (IMO): The operation will be carried out in close cooperation with Iran, Oman, all other coastal states in the region, the USA and the maritime industry
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
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.
Wärtsilä records sharp increase in new order value in second quarter
Helsinki
Net turnover decreased by -2%
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.
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
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
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
NatPower Marine acquires Aqua superPower to accelerate the electrification of ports and marinas
Monk
It operates the largest international network of electric charging points in Europe.
European Logistics Observatory established
Brussels
The aim is to strengthen the competitiveness, resilience and sustainability of European logistics.
Agreement reached at Mimit with JSW to relaunch the Piombino steelworks
Rome/Livorno
Gariglio: Strengthening integration between port docks and industrial areas
Agreement between Fincantieri and the Croatian shipyards Brodotrogir Cruise and Iskra Shipyard
Trieste
Initiative within the framework of the two-corvette program promoted by the Croatian Ministry of Defence
Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL return to quarterly revenue growth
Keelung/Taipei
Four consecutive quarters of decline behind us
Project for a direct rail link between the port of Gioia Tauro and the Interporto D'Abruzzo
Pescara
PSA Genova Pra', the state of agitation has been lifted following the successful completion of the cooling procedure.
Genoa
Tax fraud on labor in the logistics sector
Milan
€28 million seized from four Milanese companies
ZPMC Delivers New Ultra-High Wind-Resistant Port Cranes
Shanghai
The world's tallest rail-mounted reach stackers for empty containers have also been built.
Peninsula and Itochu form joint venture to supply ammonia bunkering to European ports
Gibraltar
The initiative in response to the growing demand for zero-carbon fuels
Konecranes announced its entry into Japan
Helsinki/Tokyo
Acquisition of 70% of Mitsubishi Electric FA Industrial Products
Saipem wins $2 billion contract in Indonesia
Milan
Seven IMO regional coordinators have been introduced who will provide technical support to the organisation's Member States.
London
Jadrolinija has inaugurated its new fast maritime service Ancona-Zadar
Ancona/Zara
It provides five departures per week and a crossing of approximately four hours.
Hapag-Lloyd to reorganize services in the Adriatic
Hamburg
The port of Ancona, removed from the ADX line, will continue to be served by the IAS service
Eleven nominations for the eighteenth edition of the ESPO Award
Brussels
This year's theme is dual-use port-city projects
Jotun COSCO Marine Coatings signs agreement with COSCO Shipping Bulk for 125 new vessels
Sandefjord
Advanced hull performance solutions will be implemented
Maersk issues first order for new containers produced in India
Copenhagen
Local production has been stimulated by the introduction of incentives
Last May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +3.4%
Ravenna
An increase of +10.6% is expected in June
Sardinia's Port Authority spent approximately €157 million in PNRR funds
Cagliari
Achievement of the targets expected by June 30, 2026
Hannibal will inaugurate a new intermodal service from Melzo to Rotterdam Europoort on July 8th.
Melzo
Six weekly trains are scheduled that will be able to carry up to 38 cargo units
PSA to build and operate container terminal at Vietnam's Lach Huyen port
Singapore
Agreement with Lach Huyen International Logistics & Industrial Park
Sandro Bucchioni and Andrea Fontana confirmed as presidents of the La Spezia freight forwarders and maritime agents.
La Spezia
New two-year mandate
Konecranes has acquired the nuclear and port services segment of Spain's Coapsa.
Hyvinkää
The company has an annual turnover of approximately four million euros.
PSA Italy presented its 2025 Sustainability Report
Genoa
The document highlights, among other things, the employment data and the economic impact on the territory
The Central-Northern Adriatic Port Authority confirms the completion of the projects financed by the PNRR
Ravenna
Mirco Carloni has taken office as president of the Central Adriatic Port System Authority.
Ancona
The Grimaldi Group has taken delivery of the new PCTC Grande Oriente
Naples
It will be placed on the Asia-Europe route
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
Govt does not interfere in port management appointments - Loke
(Bernama)
World's first floating fusion reactor-powered vessel could become reality with new project
(Interesting Engineering)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
The Central Adriatic Port Authority announces that it has achieved its objectives under the PNRR
Ancona
Port of La Spezia: 60 Sea Log workers rehired by other port companies
La Spezia
Pisano (AdSP): very satisfied with the positive conclusion of this dispute
A workshop on cold ironing and related risks and insurance solutions will be held in London.
London
Rossi (ADVANT-Nctm): effective infrastructure development must necessarily take into account legal and insurance aspects
Fincantieri signs an agreement in Albania for shipbuilding training.
Trieste
Skills development for the growth of the new Pashaliman naval industrial hub
Reorganization of ro-pax traffic areas in the port of Catania
Catania
Ferries will no longer be moored on the central jetty or along the eastern breakwater
Maersk raises fiscal 2026 forecast
Copenhagen
Continued growth in demand for containerized shipping and increased spot rates
Green light for the awarding of railway shunting services in the ports of Savona and Vado
New trucking area in the port of Genoa
The Italian Ports Association will hold its assembly in Naples on Wednesday.
Rome
The discussion on port governance reform will be at the heart of the proceedings.
Registration for seafarers' registers is now open to non-EU citizens residing in Italy.
Genoa
Vidotto (Foundation of the Italian Merchant Marine Academy): a step towards civilization
Project to build shipyard in Tartous port expected to accelerate
Damascus
Meeting between a delegation from Kuzey Star Shipyard and the leaders of the Syrian General Authority for Ports and Customs
Port of Gioia Tauro: Work to reactivate hauling and launching operations has been completed.
Gioia Tauro
These operations had been at a standstill since 2024
The conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will take place in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
In Spain, €11.8 million in eco-incentives have been allocated for the use of motorways of the sea.
Madrid
163,672 shipments made by 32 companies subsidized
ABB has signed an agreement to buy Norwegian marine automation company Høglund.
Zurich
The Tønsberg-based company's integrated automation system is currently installed on over 600 vessels.
Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for the redevelopment of the ro-ro docks
Gioia Tauro
Worth 5.6 million euros, the works will last 210 days
Grimaldi confirms the important role of the port of Catania in its strategies
Catania
The aim is to increase services and make existing ones even more efficient.
Annual growth of +6% in cruise traffic and +2% in ferry traffic is expected in the Adriatic
Venice
It is the only Mediterranean region to have recorded a decline in cruises in the period 2019-2025
PSA Padova established to develop and manage the Padua intermodal terminal
Padua
The shareholders of Interporto Padova and Padova Hall have approved the merger plan
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.
Spediporto has opened its own representative office in Hong Kong
Genoa
Giachero: the opening of this desk is also an opportunity for young people
Arcese, Conti and Cosulich establish a company for the port logistics of finished vehicles
Livorno
HMM orders eight bulk carriers and two gas carriers
Seoul
Investment of approximately 1.1 billion dollars
MPC Container Ships has purchased four 7,000 TEU containerships built between 2023 and 2024.
Oslo
Investment of 340 million dollars
FedEx posts record quarterly and annual revenue
Memphis
Total revenues in fiscal year 2026 amounted to $94.7 billion (+7.7%)
Geopolitical uncertainty has become the main risk for shipping
Munich
Evergreen purchases 140,500 new containers in China
Taipei
Investments totaling $358.9 million
Yesterday, the Strait of Hormuz was crossed by 42 commercial vessels
Paris
For the first time since the beginning of the conflict, several LNG tankers entered the Persian Gulf
Memorandum of Understanding for the Launch of Drone Use in the Port of Palermo
Palermo
Submission of the request for the establishment of U-Space
Saipem wins new $1 billion offshore contract in Angola
Milan
It was awarded by Azule Energy for the Greater PAJ project
Port of Ancona: Dredging work has begun on the seabed of quay 22.
Ancona
Approximately six thousand cubic meters of sediment will be removed
Confitarma welcomes clarifications regarding ship waste collection management.
Rome
The need for uniform application of the legislation throughout the country was highlighted.
The Tuscan Cooperation Development Fund invests in Uniport Livorno.
Livorno
Operation for a total of 880 thousand euros carried out together with co-investor Coopfond
Fit-Cisl, recognizing dock work as arduous is a priority
Genoa
Pagnotta: This is not a corporate claim, but a question of social justice.
Hupac increases weekly rotations between Antwerp and Busto Arsizio via France to four.
Noise
Two additional departures of the intermodal service introduced
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