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Exim India web site
AUGUST 9, 2024
  • Bremer Lloyd broadens global reach with strategic entry into Indian market
  • Maharashtra Logistics Policy-2024 approved by State Cabinet
  • China to North America, North Europe container shipping demand at a high
  • No coking coal import consortium likely in India
  • CCI approves acquisition of 100% equity stake, management and control in 12 special purpose vehicles of PNC Infratech and PNC Infra Holdings by Highway Infrastructure Trust
  • Textile biz seen shifting to India from B'desh due to turmoil
  • PLI scheme for container manufacturing may be delayed
  • EU's proposed CBAM to cost 0.05 pc of India's GDP, says a report
  • SMP-Kolkata's KDS facilitates the trade with multiple promotional measures
  • MSC improves its Asia-North Europe network
  • E-platform for exports on the anvil
  • Warehousing, logistics absorption up 8 pc in H1 2024
  • India a net exporter of onion: Minister
  • Maximum permissible draft for outer approach channel at New Mangalore Port reduced

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The Loadstar web site
AUGUST 8, 2024
  • China-to-N Europe spot rates start to fall as record peak demand eases
  • Analysis: Forward Air - the tortuous road to that 'magical break-even point'
  • Shippers 'running out of options' to get their peak season goods out of Asia
  • MSC revives Asia-USEC Liberty service, despite threat of port strikes
  • Cargo unit sale agreement takes Korean Air closer to Asiana takeover
  • Blaze-hit car-carrier Fremantle Highway on its way to China to be 'repurposed'
  • Forwarders can play a part in slowing the flood of fake drugs around the world

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Marine Log web site
AUGUST 8, 2024
  • U.S. continues strikes on Houthi assets
    As U.S. efforts to neutralize Houthi assets and access to weaponry continue - both on the ground and in the court room, United Kingdom Maritime Operations said today that it had received
  • VIDEO: Vice Commandant Lunday says three USCG cutters laid up by personnel shortages
    Issues that the Coast Guard faces with workforce recruitment and in maintaining mission readiness were among those in focus in a wide-ranging August 7 discussion with USCG Vice Commandant Adm. Kevin E.
  • Island Offshore PSV bunkers bio-LNG
    The Island Offshore PSV Island Crusader is being bunkered with bio-LNG in a series of operations being carried out in cooperation collaboration with the vessel's charterer, Equinor. The bio-LNG bunkerings are being

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Container News web site
AUGUST 8, 2024
  • Ulsan Port Authority and Hyundai Oil Terminal sign US$17.6 million investment deal
    On 1 August, the Ulsan Port Authority (UPA) signed a US$17.6 million equity investment agreement with Hyundai Oil Terminal Corporation. This partnership aims to develop South Korea's alternative marine fuel supply chain with Ulsan Port as its hub. This investment is a key step following the government's emergency economic ministerial meeting in November 2023, where the 'Plan to Establish an Alter
  • Euroseas reports strong first half results
    Greek vessel owner Euroseas reported total revenues of US$105.4 million in the first half of the year, representing a 17.6% increase over total revenues in the same period in 2023. Additionally, the company achieved net income of US$60.8 million and adjusted net income of US$52.8 million in the first six months of 2024. At the same time, Euroseas' adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreci
  • cargo-partner enhances cost-efficient Europe-Asia FCL transports
    In addition to its transport solutions from Asia to Europe, Austria-based logistics company cargo-partner has now expanded its services in the reverse direction. Beyond the traditional destinations in China, this route now includes shipments to India and Southeast Asia, capitalizing on the current favourable pricing. The recent surge in demand for imports from Asia, coupled with extended transit
  • Sea-Intelligence reports no sign of sudden US spending boom
    The US consumer spending data released by the US Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) shows that there has not been a sudden increase in the consumer spending, lending support to the notion that the early peak season for container goods is driven by front-loading of imports and not a sign of consumer spending surge. At the highest level, data is separated into 'goods' and 'services'. 'Goods' are fur
  • Tanker fire claims five lives, injures 15 seafarers
    A domestic Indonesian tanker caught fire off the resort island of Bali around 3 am local time on 7 August, killing five crewmen and injuring 15 more. Indonesian police said that the 2016-built, 3,639 dwt products tanker, Elisabet Satu, manned by 21 crewmen, caught fire at Gili Tepekong in Bali's Karangasem district while sailing to West Nusa Tenggara province. One of the crewmen told the police t
  • Suez Canal restart won't solve container shipping turbulence, warns Lars Jensen
    Shippers should expect ongoing volatility in container shipping freight markets through 2025. According to Lars Jensen, CEO of Vespucci Maritime, even with operations resuming through the Suez Canal, immediate relief from disruptions and soaring freight rates is not guaranteed. On the latest episode of The Freight Buyers' Club podcast, Jensen, a container shipping analyst and consultant, discusse
  • Maersk introduces Africa peak season surcharges
    Maersk will implement a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for shipments from Europe to West Africa, effective from 19 August 2024. The surcharge will apply to 20' Dry, 40' Dry, 40' High Dry, and 45' High Dry containers. Origin Destination Container type Currency Rate Albania, Algeria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Georgia, Greece, Israel, Italy, Lebanon, Libya, Malta, Moldova, Morocco, Portugal, Romania,
  • Peel Ports Clydeport appoints new Head of Marine
    Alex McIntosh has been appointed as the new Head of Marine at Peel Ports Clydeport, making her the first woman to hold this position within the port group in Scotland. Based at the Port of Greenock, Alex McIntosh will oversee the safe navigation of various vessels, from luxury cruise ships to container ships, across 450 square miles of water. Her career with Peel Ports began in early 2010 when sh
  • Hapag-Lloyd applies new PSS from Far East to Australia
    German shipping company Hapag-Lloyd has announced a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) from the Far East to Australia. The surcharge will be effective from 22 August for cargo sailing from China, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong and Macau to Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Fremantle, while it will commence on 6 September for Taiwan - Australia sailings. The PSS will be US$500 per TEU for all cont
  • Another record-breaking month for container shipping demand from China to North America and North Europe
    Ocean container shipping demand from China to North America and North Europe continued to break records in June as importers rushed to protect supply chains amid the global disruption caused by conflict in the Red Sea. The latest data, released this week, shows 800,000 TEUs were shipped from China to North Europe in June, which is the highest-ever monthly figure on this trade. While the trade fro
  • Georgia Ports boosts inland connectivity with Blue Ridge Connector expansion
    The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) is undertaking a significant expansion of its rail cargo capacity to enhance the movement of containers across Georgia and into the Midwest. Wesley Barrell, the GPA General Manager of Inland Operations, announced this development during the inaugural Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce Logistics Forum held on 6 August. "Construction is moving along well. With anothe
  • OrbitMI drives sustainable LNG shipping with advanced data solutions
    Transporting LNG involves complex decisions crucial for efficiency and environmental compliance. LNG operators can lead in sustainable shipping by using advanced data-driven technologies, enhancing performance in this expanding sector, says OrbitMI. LNG, a key transition fuel with lower emissions than diesel and HFO, is driving new builds, with 371 LNG carriers on order alongside the existing 693

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Splash web site
AUGUST 8, 2024
  • Wilson owner Kristian Eidesvik passes away at 78
    The owner of mini-bulker giant Wilson, Kristian Eidesvik, has passed away due to an illness at the age of 78. Eidesvik (pictured) became an owner of Wilson in 1995. Following the IPO in 2005, he became the majority owner through his investment company Caiano and was the chairman of the board until two years ago. ...
  • Havila Shipping bags Peterson PSV contract
    Norwegian OSV player Havila Shipping has secured a new contract from energy industry logistics provider Peterson Den Helder for the platform supply vessel Havila Borg. The 2009-built PSV, which has previously worked for the Peterson Offshore affiliate, has been fixed at current market terms for two wells estimated to 200 days, with contract commencement within ...
  • Icon Energy snaps up its first kamsarmax
    Nasdaq-listed Greek bulker outfit Icon Energy has acquired a Japanese-built kamsarmax for $17.57m. The deal marks the Ismini Panagiotidi-led company's first acquisition following a $5m initial public offering last month. Icon Energy was set up in August last year and currently owns the 2006 Japanese-built 77,326 dwt panamax bulker Alfa (pictured) brought in from Pavimar ...
  • Ocean City set to sue authorities if they approve wind project offshore Maryland
    Ocean City, a resort town in the US state of Maryland, has stated that it would sue the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) if it gives a favourable record of decision to US Wind's project. In a city council meeting, mayor Rick Meehan stated that the town's stance continues to be against the project ...
  • World's largest container port adds an extra 2.6m teu in annual capacity
    Shanghai, the world's largest container port, has opened a brand new container terminal area to the north of the city centre on the south bank of the Yangtze River to go alongside existing container terminals in Waigaoqiao and Yangshan. The first phase of Shanghai Luojing Port opened this week, adding an extra 2.6m teu in ...
  • Extra container terminal capacity under development in Mexico as Chinese trade surges
    Extra container port capacity is being readied at one of this year's top growth spots on the liner trades. International Container Terminal Services, Inc (ICTSI) has earmarked $300m to take annual capacity at its terminal at the port of Manzanillo on the Pacific from 1.4m teu to 2m teu. The news comes as global liners ...
  • Vineyard Wind incident sets off calls for offshore wind construction moratorium
    Environmentalist group Green Oceans has called for a federal and state moratorium on all offshore wind development in the wake of the incident regarding the damaged blade on the Vineyard Wind farm off Nantucket. The organisation, with a mission to "preserve Rhode Island's bays, beaches, and ocean from environmental harm", is also suing to block ...
  • Kenneth Hvid steps in to head Teekay Tankers as Kevin Mackay departs
    Teekay Corporation and Teekay Tankers have made several key senior management changes. Teekay Tankers' president and CEO Kevin Mackay and CFO Stewart Andrade will leave the organisation this month. Kenneth Hvid, Teekay's current president and CEO and Teekay Tankers' chairman, will take on the added role of Teekay Tankers' president and CEO. He has been ...
  • Deadly fire rocks Indonesian product tanker
    A product tanker, Elisabet Satu, caught fire off Bali yesterday with five crew dying and another 15 injured. The eight-year-old, Indonesian-flagged ship was on a domestic voyage when two explosions occurred near the accommodation block following a fire which is believed to have started in the engine room. The ship quickly blacked out following the ...
  • Euronav sells VLCC for FPSO conversion
    Belgium's Euronav is offloading one of its very large crude carriers for conversion into a floating production, storage, and offloading vessel. The Alexander Saverys-led dual-listed owner said in its quarterly earnings statement that a deal had been struck with a subsidiary of Total Energies for the 2012 Samsung-built Alsace. The 299,999 dwt ship, estimated as ...
  • Indian imports of Russian oil leap by 1,000% since start of full-scale invasion of Ukraine
    India now depends on Russia for 40% of its crude oil imports, according to new analysis from shipping organisation BIMCO, something that has had a notable impact on the aframax and suezmax trades in particular. "Year-to-date, volumes have reached an average of 1.6m barrels per day, an increase of 1,000% compared to 2021, before Russia ...
  • LNG terminal slated for Mexico's Pacific Coast
    Two Houston gas players are to develop an LNG terminal in Mexico. GFI LNG and Pilot LNG have formed a partnership to develop, construct, and operate a small-scale LNG terminal in Salina Cruz on Mexico's Pacific Coast. At full build-out, the facility is anticipated to produce 600,000 gallons of LNG per day, or roughly ...
  • SBM Offshore to supply Woodside with Trion FSO
    Dutch floater expert SBM Offshore has signed a contract with Woodside's Mexican arm a contract for the provision of a floating storage and offloading (FSO) unit for the Trion deepwater oil field development. Under the deal, SBM Offshore will construct and then lease to Woodside an FSO unit for 20 years. This award complements the ...
  • Rajalingam steps down at MISC with AET head taking over
    Two years since he took the role, Rajalingam Subramaniam has decided to step down as the head of Malaysia's flagship. Rajalingam - known in local shipping circles as Captain Raja - is quitting his role as president and CEO of MISC to pursue other interests with the board announcing Zahid Osman will step up to ...
  • Mozambique emerges on the dry bulk export map
    Mozambique has emerged on the dry bulk map, with exports tripling over the space of the last decade. Much of this growth has been down to the expansion of coal trade from Nacala port, but it is being supplemented by trend growth in ore and concentrate exports from other terminals, according to new analysis from ...

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Lloyd's List web site
AUGUST 8, 2024
  • Ukraine callers buck advice to sail through Nato territorial waters
    Ukraine's 'temporary corridor' exists only within the country's sovereign waters, but ships are strongly recommended to sail through the waters...
  • Eurodry trims loss amid signs of seasonal dry bulk slowdown
    Outlook remains volatile, according to chief executive Aristides Pittas, but at least rising orderbook will not have any impact in...
  • Chittagong port battles ongoing congestion amid political unrest
    Several vessels have been waiting at the nation's largest port for seven days
  • CMES establishes tech subsidiary for digitalisation
    The subsidiary will operate on the BRITC eBL Platform, an infrastructure launched by CMES in 2021, offering electronic bill of...
  • Chamber of Shipping set for dialogue with new UK government
    'It is not for government to fix everything and indeed the industry is not after that. We like flexibility and...
  • Five killed and 15 injured in Bali tanker fire
    Five of the 20 crew have been killed and several rushed to hospital after fire on tanker carrying petrol from...
  • MOL and Hanwha Ocean join forces on wind propulsion for LNG carrier
    While working with MOL, Hanwha Ocean as well as its domestic peers, are also developing their own wind sail and...
  • Profit dips at Norden as freight services and trading unit remains in the red
    After delivering nearly $700m in profits to the Danish shipowner over 2022 and 2023, Norden's asset-light division reports loss for...
  • Week in charts: Containership charter rates plateau | Shipping shares fall sharply amid widespread Wall Street sell-off | P&I clubs to push for further premium hikes
    Despite the seasonal lull, charter rates are displaying resilience across most size segments, says Braemar, while gains made by some...
  • Genco pushes for net zero debt in strong market
    Genco Shipping wants to cut its debt pile and balance the risk of higher major bulk earnings with the relative...
  • IMO carbon price impact assessment to set up political debate at MEPC82
    Unctad argues that the highest-priced levy would have the least effect on global economic growth in 2050, while a DNV...
  • Excelerate moves for LNG terminals in Vietnam and Alaska
    Excelerate said it had exclusive rights to supply LNG to the terminal in Vietnam and will own all regas capacity...
  • Red Sea factor helps boost diversified Euronav across most segments
    'It has been a long time since all markets are having a positive supply-and-demand balance - the outlook is exceptional...
  • International Seaways sees sustained tanker market strength
    Tanker fleet to continue benefiting from 'positive oil demand trends', higher tonne-miles, and limited shipyard capacity, International Seaways chief Lois...
  • Teekay announces major leadership reshuffle
    Teekay Tankers chief executive Kevin Mackay and chief financial officer Steward Andrade will depart the company at the end of...
  • Star Bulk profit soars after absorbing Eagle Bulk
    US-listed bulker giant has 'constructive' view of future dry bulk market, despite geopolitical uncertainties
  • Daily Briefing
    Maersk to 'balance the bet' with LNG backtrack on future fuels | Extended Red Sea disruption returns Maersk to profit and...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
AUGUST 8, 2024
  • 'Near-record surge' possible for US imports in August: retail group
    With the potential for labor disruption looming at the end of September, the Global Port Tracker has again upgraded its short-term forecast for imports, saying it expects year-over-year monthly increases at least through the end of the year.
  • US intermodal savings rose in Q2 for spot loads, unchanged on contract business
    The average contract cost savings for a shipper choosing intermodal rail over truckload in the US was just over 25% in the second quarter, according to the latest Journal of Commerce Intermodal Savings Index.
  • 3PLs claiming LTL freight gains from US customers, carriers
    Some non-asset logistics providers are adding LTL volume and revenue as truckload brokerage keeps declining.
  • Maersk's LNG order hedges bet on green fuel technology: CEO
    The future of shipping will consist of several different fuel technologies living side by side, with bunker fuels being part of the mix for "many years," according to Vincent Clerc.

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TradeWinds web site
AUGUST 8, 2024
  • Wallem Group and Chinese giant Cosco ink fresh ship management cooperation deal
    Hong Kong and Chinese groups deepen strategic relationship on crewing and data analysis
  • Houthi lull ends as grenade explodes near Delta tanker and missiles take aim at container ship
    Militant group claims attack on Contships-managed feeder vessel
  • New year, same result: Pangaea Logistics brings consistency to quarterly earnings
    Rhode Island owner heads into Arctic ice season with a familiar second-quarter profit
  • Houthi lull ends as grenade explodes near Delta tanker and missiles aimed at container ship
    Militant group claims attack on Contships-managed feeder vessel
  • Interview: Seanergy looks to next capesize buy as 'supply, supply and supply' buoy outlook
    New York-listed bulker owner targeting S&P deal that chief executive says no one will question
  • LNG market supply constraints set to extend out to 2026 to 2027, Cheniere says
    Demand growth from Asia expected to nearly double in next 15 years
  • Sea Cargo Charter adds mining and metals company South32
    Australian outfit brings decarbonisation reporting framework to 20% of bulk commodities trades
  • Genco Shipping set to add 'two or three ships' soon after selling older bulkers
    Small deals will do unless a big one comes along, but that's 'not the easiest'
  • Aframax demand takes a hit as Libya declares force majeure on export terminal for largest oilfield
    Sharara oilfield has been the target of protests, producer NOC says
  • Excelerate Energy CEO says fleet growth is 'a bit of an obsession'
    Incoming reliquefaction kit for FSRUs offers one-year payback time for some
  • Navigator lines up $100m investment as part of trebling of global clean ammonia production
    Shipowner aims to ship low-carbon fuel from Ten08 project on ammonia-powered carriers from 2029
  • Glencore rejects potential antitrust risks in future coal M&A
    Chinese demand driving coal prices, higher imports expected this year
  • Havila Shipping heads to the Netherlands for offshore work
    Peterson Den Helder will keep one of the Oslo-listed company's PSVs for at least 200 days
  • Aristides Pittas bulker venture EuroDry stays in the red on dry-docking costs
    Greek owner of midsize bulkers evaluates 'investment opportunities' while awaiting higher earnings for its ships
  • Alexander Saverys confirms talks with ExxonMobil over fleet of new chemical tankers
    Belgian owner's CEO says newbuilding orders might be placed for seven charter-backed ships
  • Pacific Basin Shipping confirms double bulker sale and supramax buy as asset prices climb
    Hong Kong-listed shipowner has been renewing its fleet with the sale of two veteran vessels
  • Uniper eyes deal to ship hydrogen from Norway on new Provaris carriers
    German company to explore off-take at Norwegian Hydrogen plants
  • US Gulf VLCC loadings set to hit record levels in August
    Brokers and analysts detail a big number of fixtures already concluded this month
  • Pacific Basin Shipping profit slips on lower bulker earnings
    High number of chartered-in vessels compared with owned means slimmer profit margins
  • Stainless Tankers weighs sale of older vessels as buyers circle, says Andrew Hampson
    Opportunistic chemical tanker player says it is fielding plenty of calls on 2005-built pair
  • Selling before the storm: Gersemi fund reduced tanker exposure before shipping rout
    Joakim Hannisdahl explains rationale behind his stock trading in volatile sector
  • Tanker explosion leaves five seafarers dead and 15 injured in blaze
    After the initial explosion, vessel lost power
  • Milena Pappas back on Star Bulk board as Oaktree withdraws final representative
    Daughter of CEO Petros Pappas moves in as Oaktree's share in major bulker owner drops below 5%
  • Hunter Group loses $22,000 per day on VLCC charter bet
    Norwegian investor hit by weak summer market for tanker duo
  • Excelerate Energy closes in on new LNG terminals for Alaska and Vietnam
    Regasification specialist set to retrofit reliquefaction kit to some of its FSRUs
  • 'Most profitable shipping markets in decades' hang in balance with US election, warns Euronav
    Tanker, bulker and boxship group sees risk to tonne-mile demand if industry returns to pre-war trading patterns
  • Norden hit by red ink at its operator business as it shaves full-year profit forecast
    Owner-operator has intitiated a new share buyback scheme
  • Star Bulk reveals fresh vessel sales in wide-ranging fleet overhaul
    US-listed bulker behemoth raises nearly $450m by shaking out 25 ships over the past 18 months
  • Euronav lifts backlog above $2bn with suezmax and chemical tanker charters of up to seven years
    Shipowner reveals new term deals as it envisages uncertainty over firmer spot rates
  • Euronav completes older tanker sales with VLCC disposal
    Belgian shipowning group sees profit boosted by offloading of VLCCs to Sinokor
  • 'Life-changing' injuries to worker sees DP World Southampton fined $1.27m
    Company failed to implement its own policy for the use of permits to work at height, says HSE
  • Teekay Tankers rings the changes with two top executives heading for exit
    Chief financial officer Stewart Andrade is also heading out the door
  • DP World Southampton fined $1.27m after worker suffers 'life-changing' injuries
    Company failed to implement its own policy for the use of permits to work at height, says HSE
  • Swire Shipping completes sustainable biofuel trial on transpacific service
    Use of the biofuel was estimated to reduce emissions by up to 15%
  • MISC CEO heads for the exit after less than two years in top job
    Malaysian shipping giant names AET boss as replacement for Rajalingam Subramaniam
  • Kevin Mackay to leave Teekay Tankers by end of August
    Shipowner says chief financial officer Stewart Andrade is also heading out the door

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American Shipper web site
AUGUST 8, 2024
  • ATSG takes profit hit as Amazon returns leased freighters
    Amazon logistics partner Air Transport Services Group expects better revenue and profits the rest of this year after a difficult second quarter.
  • Air Canada drops 2 late-model Boeing freighters from fleet
    Air Canada has jettisoned two freighter aircraft from its fleet because there isn't enough business to justify the cost.
  • Flexport's global head of ocean freight focuses on helping companies grow
    Digital freight forwarder Flexport has appointed Trine Nielsen as global head of ocean freight.

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