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International Transport Journal web site
APRIL 11, 2024
  • Dachser boosts food logistics
  • Special container for green intermodal transport
  • Cathay Cargo resumes freighter service
  • Green light for Port 2000's river access channel
  • Yamaha's new supply chain partner
  • Lineage improves cross-border services
  • FedEx picks new MD for Thailand
  • Tamex is born
  • "MSC Katyayni" sets record at APM Terminals Gijón
  • An acquisition in 3PL
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The Loadstar web site
APRIL 10, 2024
  • THE Alliance postpones relaunch of suspended Asia-USEC service
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  • Forwarder anger as scanner malfunctions hit Bangladesh air exports again
  • Boeing fails to deliver, as 12 airlines wait for 777 freighters
  • New US parcel surcharges may hasten predicted end of free shipping
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Marine Log web site
APRIL 10, 2024
  • With CLIA reporting passenger volume climbing, cruising marks new milestones
    One key take-away from the just-released Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) 2024 State of the Cruise Industry report: 2023 passenger volume reached 31.7 million- surpassing 2019 by 7%. Against that backdrop, all

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Container News web site
APRIL 10, 2024
  • CMA CGM applies new peak season surcharge in Gambia
    French ocean carrier CMA CGM has announced the following Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) implementation in Gambia, which will take effect on 15 April for all shipments and on 10 May for US and Latin America ones. Origin range: All origins except Far East, Turkey & Egypt Destination range: Gambia Cargo: Dry Amount: US$300 / €280 / GB£ 240 per unit Payable with freight Origin range: Turkey Destination
  • Maersk enhances ME2 service, expanding operations to North Europe
    Danish container line Maersk has unveiled upgrades to its ME2 service, extending its operations to North Europe. The ME2 service, formerly turning in the Mediterranean (Algeciras and Tangiers), is undergoing expansion. This revamped service will broaden its reach from West India into North Europe. The revised ME2 rotation will be as follows: Jebel Ali (United Arab Emirates) - Mundra (India) - Jaw
  • Singapore's EU ETS liabilities of €330 million can accelerate green shipping initiatives
    Singapore-registered vessels will be required to contribute a significant €330 million (US$355 million)m share of Asian shipping's total emissions liabilities under the EU ETS, underlining the importance of the Lion City as a key maritime hub for both global trade and decarbonization, according to OceanScore. The Hamburg-based maritime technology firm's modelling analysis shows that 5.5 million E
  • Hapag-Lloyd implements reefer surcharge from India to Arabian Gulf
    German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd has announced the implementation of a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for shipments from India to Arabian Gulf Ports. The surcharge will apply to all sailings starting from 20 April 2024 and will remain in effect until further notice. Here are the details of the PSS: 20' Reefer Container: US$100 40' Reefer Container: US$200 The geographical scope of this PSS is as fol
  • NWSA introduces cargo and service incentive program in Seattle and Tacoma Harbours
    The Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA) launches a comprehensive cargo and service incentive program, with a focus on enhancing international container rail cargo volumes and refining service delivery within the Seattle and Tacoma harbours. With an allocated budget of US$11 million, the program aims to boost intermodal cargo volumes, enhance vessel schedule reliability, and expand marine terminal o
  • Dachser introduces new LCL services between Rotterdam and Asia
    Dachser has decided to expand its air and sea freight division, introducing new fixed Less-than-Container-Load (LCL) connections linking the port of Rotterdam to several ports across Asia, all with scheduled departure times. Starting from late 2023, the German logistics company has been establishing weekly LCL export routes from Rotterdam to ports such as Shanghai, Nhava Sheva, and Dubai (serving
  • ClassNK approves NYK Line's 3D design drawings of multi-purpose container ship
    ClassNK has approved the basic design drawings of a multi-purpose container carrier developed by Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) utilizing 3D models. This milestone marks the world's first ocean-going ship to complete the basic design process, including class approval, solely through 3D drawings from the conceptual design to the basic structural design, during the initial stages of ship
  • Veson Shipping Market Outlook: Chinese economy's recovery, elevated interest rates and ongoing political tensions add to an atmosphere of uncertainty
    Veson Nautical, which delivers maritime freight management solutions, said there are several elements of unpredictability affecting the shipping market forecasts for the second quarter of 2024. The Chinese economy's recovery currently teeters on instability, casting a shadow of uncertainty over the industry due to China's pivotal role as a major demand driver. Elevated interest rates in Western e
  • Astrid Mærsk's first-ever green methanol bunkering in China
    Maersk marked a significant achievement with the arrival of the large methanol-enabled vessel "Astrid Mærsk" at Yangshan Port in Shanghai. This milestone event signifies the inaugural green methanol bunkering alongside cargo and bunkering operations in China, facilitated through collaboration with the Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG). As Maersk commemorates a century of serving China's fo
  • Arkas Line breaks newbuilding hiatus with four-ship order in China
    Turkish box carrier Arkas Line has ordered four 4,300 TEU container ships at China's CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding. Arkas said the total contract value is US$240 million and the ships are expected to be delivered between February and August 2028. The company said, "Built as an eco-designed new generation ship, the ships will support Arkas' sustainability strategy by reducing carbon emissions
  • Wärtsilä ANCS introduces revolutionary radar system
    Wärtsilä ANCS, a division of the technology group Wärtsilä, has unveiled the NACOS Platinum Solid State X-Band Radar, a groundbreaking radar system set to redefine safety and reliability standards in marine navigation. Engineered with cutting-edge solid-state transceiver technology, this system boasts a compact housing and gearbox, eliminating the necessity for conventional magnetrons. This desig
  • Renowned economist predicts decline of large container vessels in future trade landscape
    The large container vessels might become increasingly obsolete, according to the renowned economist, historian and journalist Marc Levinson, in a future trading landscape, where trade is more fragmented and regionalised, involving shipping over shorter distances, and the volume of product shipped grows more slowly due to advances in technology. "I don't think that these enormous vessels are reall
  • Dachser buys European food logistics provider
    German logistics firm Dachser is strengthening its network for food transport and storage in Europe with the acquisition of Brummer, the partner in the European Food Network for the transport of temperature-controlled food between Germany, Austria, and neighboring countries. Dachser will buy Brummer Logistik GmbH in Germany and Brummer Logistic Solutions GmbH & Co KG in Austria in a purchase enco
  • APM Terminals Gijón handles largest container ship in port history
    This month, APM Terminals Gijón successfully managed the arrival of the largest container ship ever to visit the Port of El Musel on Spain's northern coast. MSC Katyayni, measuring 275 meters in length and 40 meters in width, docked at the terminal for a total of 33 hours, during which 740 containers were loaded and unloaded. Enhancements made to the terminal to accommodate larger vessels will bo

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Splash web site
APRIL 10, 2024
  • German owners invest in 'Google Search' for shipping
    Berlin-based Flagship Founders has spun off its fifth startup which is developing an AI-powered information retrieval and management platform for the shipping industry. The company, called Sealenic, has already partnered with three shipping companies - Reederei F. Laeisz, Fairplay Towage, and Harren Ship Management. All of them are already testing the solution in their operational ...
  • Shelf Drilling jackup wins $81m extension from Equinor
    Oslo-listed jackup rig pure-play Shelf Drilling has won a contract extension from Equinor for one of its rigs. Equinor extended the contract of the Shelf Drilling Barsk jackup for operations at the Gudrun field located in the Norwegian Continental Shelf. The firm term of the extension is two wells with an estimated duration of 254 ...
  • Handy bulker prices remain firm
    Sales in dry bulk are easing in line with the cooling of the Baltic Dry Index, which has dropped by around one-third since mid-March. However, in one segment - the handy one - prices continue to stay firm. Japanese heavyweight Orix Corp is reportedly cashing in, selling the 37,100 dwt, Saiki-built Susanoo Harmony for $29.5m, ...
  • Havila takes full control of Volstad Maritime
    Family-owned investment company Havila Holding has taken full ownership of Norwegian vessel owner and operator Volstad Maritime after buying the rest of the stocks it did not own. Havila Holding has been the majority owner of Volstad Maritime through Sæviking AS. The company saw the acquisition of the remaining shares as having potential for future ...
  • Transpacific container contracts 'substantially below' initial asking rates
    The first batch of transpacific contracts are concluding for the May 2024-April 2025 period with analysts at Jefferies reporting Asia-US west coast rates are understood to be in the $1,400 to $1,500 per feu range, up from $1,200 per feu to $1,300 per feu last year. These agreements compare to current spot rates above $3,000 ...
  • Stena Drilling scores drillship contract in Morocco
    Stena Drilling, the Aberdeen-based business of Sweden's Stena, has signed a contract for up to two wells offshore Morocco. London-listed Energean has booked the 2009-built drillship Stena Forth, following the farm-in to Chariot's acreage offshore the North African country. The sixth-generation dual-activity harsh environment rig, which has been working for Shell in the Egyptian sector ...
  • Panama Canal Authority warns restrictions will remain in place throughout 2024
    The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has claimed that the tide has turned in its ongoing battle to get back to normal operations, following a debilitating year of drought-induced cuts to drafts and transits. "Current forecasts indicate that steady rainfall will arrive in late April and continue for a few months. If this remains the case, ...
  • Levels of depression and anxiety increase among Ukrainian seafarers
    Seafarer charity Stella Maris is warning that Ukrainian seafarers are experiencing increased levels of loneliness and depression amid fears of conscription if they return home as the war enters its third year. Stella Maris regional port chaplains in the UK for Southampton and Southern ports, Charles Stuart and Gregory Hogan, who make multiple daily ship ...
  • Ex-head of Guangzhou port under investigation
    Li Yibo, the former chairman of Guangzhou port, has been placed in custody by anti-graft authorities, with Chinese finanacial newswire Caixin reporting the port operator is investigating construction projects carried out during Li's tenure. Li was detained at the start of this month. On April 3, Shanghai-listed Guangzhou Port said Li had resigned for "personal ...
  • Hafnia shares start trading in New York
    Shares in Hafnia, the world's largest product tanker company, commenced trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) yesterday, to go alongside an existing listing in Oslo for the BW-controlled company. Shares closed in New York down 45 cents on Hafnia's opening day to end Tuesday on $7.47. "Listing on the NYSE opens new possibilities ...
  • Three reasons why shipping transactions have not yet been digitalised
    Torgeir Willumsen, resident partner at Simonsen Vogt Wiig in Singapore and founder of Assentiri, establishes the unique peculiarities of shipping that make the digital transition so tricky. In an era where digital transformation has revolutionised many industries such as banking and real estate, the maritime sector stands as a notable exception. Like an old man ...

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Lloyd's List web site
APRIL 10, 2024
  • Panama Canal finally begins to rebound after drought-driven dive
    Despite positive momentum in March, neopanamax locks transits were 18-20% below levels in the same month in 2022 and 2023...
  • US forces intercept missile launched at US-flagged Maersk boxship as Houthis claim more strikes
    US Central Command said it 'successfully engaged and destroyed' an anti-ship ballistic missile launched by the Houthis on Tuesday towards a...
  • 'Could they? Yes. Will they? Probably not': Doubts over Iran's Strait of Hormuz threat
    An Iranian navy chief said Iran could close the Strait of Hormuz as he pledged to 'punish Israel' for a...
  • Cansi chief seeks united front with Japan on shipbuilding amid US reshoring push
    Secretary-general of China's shipbuilding association has shrugged off concerns about potential US investigations into Chinese shipbuilding, arguing the sector's substantial...
  • Baltimore bridge collapse owners liability limitation bid has strong chance
    As Britain's most famous 20th-century judge Lord Denning once ruled, limitation of liability is 'not a matter of justice' but...
  • Former Guangzhou port chairman detained in misconduct probe
    Guangzhou port has been reviewing projects carried out during Li's tenure
  • Regional chokepoints helped Monjasa boost bunker sales in 2023
    Monjasa said its annual bunker sales of 6.5m tonnes made it the seventh-biggest global supplier
  • Zim gains ground as newbuildings are delivered
    Zim has gained a place in the top 10 box carrier rankings. But with a large number of charter vessels...
  • Türkiye restricts exports to Israel over Gaza war
    Israel was among 15 biggest export markets for Türkiye in 2023 with total shipments worth more than $5bn
  • Daily Briefing
    Resilient US economy continues to buoy container shipping demand | IMO carbon pricing rules could face WTO challenge | Large shippers...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
APRIL 10, 2024
  • Spectacle of shipping disruptions overshadows manageable impact to cargo
    The shipping industry's ability to overcome physical disruptions such as the Port of Baltimore's closure shouldn't lull it into complacency because growing geopolitical threats could provide new obstacles that can't be as easily managed, writes Journal of Commerce Executive Editor Mark Szakonyi.
  • Sustained demand for e-commerce to lift 2024 air cargo market: forwarders
    Chinese e-commerce marketplaces are rapidly expanding their global reach as strong demand from online shoppers in the US and Europe drives up air freight volumes and keeps transport capacity tight.
  • Shift to eBLs would mean big cut in carbon emissions: study
    The study, commissioned by the Global Shipping Business Network, comes amid a commitment by nine of the top 10 global ocean carriers to only use electronic bills of lading by 2030.
  • Norfolk expands hours to handle cargo volumes shifted from Baltimore
    The US DOT has also offered some relief, granting an exemption that permits truck drivers to work an additional two hours of drive time beyond federal limits if the cargo is connected to the Port of Baltimore closure.

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TradeWinds web site
APRIL 10, 2024
  • Electric power systems become focus of Dali bridge collision probe
    Hyundai working with investigators to look closely at engine room electronics
  • Aframax spot market rebound in the Atlantic becomes 'gift that keeps on giving' for suezmaxes
    Busy activity levels empty Atlantic of aframaxes and bigger cousins get in on the action
  • Houthis confirm strike attempt on Maersk ship and targeting of MSC vessels
    Yemeni militant group has not directly hit a commercial ship since 23 March
  • Norden chief executive digests flurry of high-profile staff exits
    Departures bring 'opportunities' for others in the organisation, Jan Rindbo tells TradeWinds
  • Capesize market shows fresh glimmer of hope as fixing activity finally stops rates rout
    Fixing activity has been steady, which is being borne out in the numbers - at last
  • Evangelos Marinakis scores healthy profit on product tanker sale to d'Amico International
    After a string of in-the-money purchase option buys, Italy's only listed shipping company expands with third-party vessel
  • Podcast: Time to buy into the EU carbon credit rollercoaster?
    Prices are ticking up after falling to lower-than-expected levels. Where will it go from here?
  • Stolt-Nielsen extends tanker life to 30 years despite new orders, CEO Udo Lange says
    Norwegian group's boss tells earnings call that not cutting costs on maintenance down the years has been key
  • Podcast: Time to buy into the EU carbon credit roller coaster?
    Prices are ticking up after falling to lower-than-expected levels. Where will it go from here?
  • Exhausted Ukrainian seafarers trapped at sea amid fears of being called up to fight
    Tensions mount for Russians and Ukrainians working on the same ships, says seafarer charity Stella Maris
  • Private equity-backed Golden Energy Offshore gets contracts worth $10.8m for three PSVs
  • Robert Bugbee rolls out red carpet as Michael Skov joins $10bn product tanker club in New York
    As Wall Street welcomes Mikael Skov's Hafnia to the Big Apple, Scorpio Tankers' Bugbee channels his inner Bob Marley
  • Panama Canal bosses attack drought delay 'myths' as ship slots increase
    Waterway authority says there is no vessel bottleneck and transits could normalise next year
  • MSC to 'vigorously defend itself' against 'excessive' $63m fine sought by US regulators
    Carrier facing Federal Maritime Commission allegations of unfair billing charges
  • Tankers in pole position as crises and economic woes trigger uncertainty in shipping
    Veson Nautical says multiple factors will affect markets in coming months
  • Tanker owners on alert as Iraq plots reopening of oil pipeline subject to regular sabotage attacks
    Broker BRS warns sabotage attacks by Kurds could resume unless payment dispute resolved
  • Cleaves shipping fund staying 'overweight' on clean tankers as Red Sea disruption deepens seasonal trends
    Norwegian investment bank reiterates belief in product sector bet if disruption continues
  • Provaris signs hydrogen terminal deal in Rotterdam as new ships progress
    Australian pioneer signs up to bring green fuel into GES facility
  • Swiss trader Mercuria Energy plots LNG expansion as huge profit rolls in
    Trader and charterer said to have doubled its usual earnings in volatile markets
  • 'Long-term upcycle': Tanker stocks a buy with value in product and VLCC markets, says Fearnleys
    Norwegian broker sees best risk-reward in VLCC owners
  • Saevik family company Havila takes over offshore vessel owner Volstad Maritime
    Combined group will have fleet of 20 ships with deal coming more than six years after Havila first bought a stake in compatriot
  • Winning and Thenamaris drive bulker dealmaking to 17-year high in frantic first quarter
    Greek and Chinese players dominate bulker acquisitions in what has been a super-active quarter for capesizes
  • Google Search for shipping launched by German shiptech venture capital firm
    Start-up Sealenic will be trialled onboard vessels ahead of general launch later in the year
  • US shoots down Houthi missile 'likely' targeting Maersk container ship off Yemen
    'Imminent threat' repelled by the USS Mason, US military says
  • Navigator carries out first ship-to-ship ammonia transfer with StealthGas
    Owner says breakthrough operation took place over 11 hours off South Africa
  • Fund manager Pelagic teams up with Borealis Maritime to expand offshore fleet
    Diversified Cypriot fund's maritime exposure grows to 26 ships
  • European owners give reborn Chinese shipyard a leg up with MPP and stainless steel chemical tanker orders
    Candler Schiffarht signs up for MPPs and Mercurius Shipping orders stainless steel chemical tankers
  • Norway's Color Group raises $84m in bond refinancing
    Cruise ferry owner will pay coupon of three-month Nibor plus 3%
  • Offen Group strikes rare ship sale in $50m deal with CMA CGM
    Demand for larger container ships sees French liner operator exercise purchase option in tight market
  • Iran threatens to shut down vital Strait of Hormuz shipping route as tensions flare
    Naval chief Alireza Tangsiri cites concerns over alleged Israeli presence in UAE and attack on Syrian consulate
  • Stolt-Nielsen says chemical tanker rates at record levels as profit rises
    Norwegian group also notes some contract volumes are down due to geopolitical disruption
  • Union Bulk co-founder makes shock exit from bulker operator
    Commercial chief left without notice before Easter, TradeWinds understands
  • 'All the small things' fuel Torm's decarbonisation efforts
    Preventative maintenance down to toilet suction have helped Danish operator make big strides
  • Seafarer well-being platform Bigyellowfish moves to Singapore to tap vibrant tech ecosystem
    Chief commercial officer Linda Sorensen says platform needs to evolve to address increasingly complex seafarer issues
  • Macquarie's Corio looks to Port of Acu for Brazilian offshore wind base
    Company is aiming to develop five offshore projects totalling up to 6 GW
  • Singapore expands global innovation outreach through incubators, accelerators and venture studios
    Popular programmes see start-ups from around the world bring new tech talent to city-state

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American Shipper web site
APRIL 10, 2024
  • Decline in Delta Air Lines' Q1 cargo revenue has silver lining
    The air cargo market's upturn helped Delta Air Lines in the first quarter, but revenues were still lower than in 2022.

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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
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Arrival ports by:
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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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