testata inforMARE
Cerca
24 April 2025 - Year XXIX
Independent journal on economy and transport policy
21:18 GMT+2
LinnkedInTwitterFacebook
BRIEFS
August 12, 2024

free news
Exim India web site
AUGUST 12, 2024
  • Sonowal introduces two key bills in Parliament to modernise cargo laws
  • CONCOR's net profit & revenue up in Q1
  • Reforms seen needed to boost e-comm exports to $350 bn by 2030
  • Call to tweak import policy to attract buyers after B'desh crisis
  • Mahindra Logistics & Sangti Solutions announce technology collaboration to drive carbon emissions reduction in supply chain
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (9 August 2024)
  • DPA achieves fastest 50 MMT in cargo handling
  • Bahri inks LoI with largest multi-commodity mining and metals company in the Middle East for business integration opportunities
  • Liberian Registry announces launch of new tool to strengthen maritime compliance
  • MSC's new Clanga service aims to further connect Asia-Middle East trade
  • Recent container volume surge not due to sudden US spending boom: Analysis
  • India wants duty concessions on cars, machinery from Sri Lanka in FTA
  • EV registrations up 16 pc in H1 2024
  • Kerala govt keen to further develop Ponnani Port on PPP model
  • DPA urges proper temperature maintenance in vessel cargo tanks
  • Explosion on container ship at Chinese port renews focus on having robust safety measures in place: Report
  • Shipping Secretary visits DPA
  • Maersk's fleet renewal comprises newbuilding orders & time-charter contracts for dual-fuel vessels
  • India seen a $55 trn economy by 2047: Ex CEA
  • Nepal seeks waterways, railways expansion to boost connectivity with India

free news
The Loadstar web site
AUGUST 9, 2024
  • Container explodes on Yang Ming box ship in Chinese port
  • Air cargo rates still on a high, but ATSG reports a quarter to forget
  • Flexport's losses pile up as Ryan shoots from the hip: 'Avoid VCs!'
  • Container rates ex-China dip - just a glitch, as demand stays strong
  • Pitney Bowes bows out of global e-commerce with sale of loss-making GEC

free news
Marine Log web site
AUGUST 9, 2024
  • VIDEO: Box ship explosion rocks Port of Ningbo
    One of the world's busiest ports, China's Port of Ningbo was has been rocked by a massive explosion that sent a huge fire ball into the air. The Chinese Government run Global
  • Echandia batteries will power San Francisco Bay Ferry's REEF ferries
    Swedish maritime battery system specialist Echandia has been selected to supply the battery systems for San Francisco Bay Ferry's Rapid Electric Emission Free (REEF) Ferry program. This project marks a significant step
  • Ship registries launch RISC: A new tool to strengthen maritime compliance
    Leading ship registries - including the world's largest, the Liberian International Ship & Corporate Registry (LISCR) - have launched the Registry Information Sharing Compact (RISC) database. The initiative, created as a sovereign

free news
Container News web site
AUGUST 9, 2024
  • YM vessel explosion at Ningbo-Zhoushan port raises serious safety concerns
    A major explosion has occurred on a Yang Ming boxship while berthed at the port of Ningbo-Zhoushan in China in another incident that raises serious safety concerns. "This type of incident should never happen and is another example of how one failure in ocean container shipping can have catastrophic consequences," says Peter Sand, Xenetal chief analyst. Sand pointed out that if this explosion had
  • MSC enhances Asia-Middle East trade network
    MSC has launched a new standalone service, Clanga, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to providing an extensive network of direct port pair connectivity to address the challenges of port congestion in the Middle East. This new service is expected to offer competitive transit times for cargo between Asia and the Middle East, enhancing trade connectivity between China, Singapore and Saudi Arabia. M
  • Liberian Registry launches RISC platform
    Alfonso Castillero, CEO of the Liberian International Ship & Corporate Registry (LISCR), the world's largest ship registry, delivered the opening remarks at the launch of the Registry Information Sharing Compact (RISC) database. This innovative platform, developed through a sovereign decision by Member States and reputable flag administrations, is designed to keep flag registries informed and upd
  • Houthis strike feeder boxship and tanker
    One of Greek ship owner Contships Management's container ships was hit by Houthi missiles on 8 August, along with a Suezmax oil tanker owned by Delta Tankers. Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree said that the Iran-backed Yemeni rebels successfully struck the 2007-built, 1,080 TEU Contship Ono with missiles and drones, while the ship was underway in the Red Sea. S&P Global's vessel-tracking data shows
  • Container explodes on Yang Ming ship in Ningbo
    One of Yang Ming Marine Transport's ships suffered an explosion today (9 August), while berthed in Ningbo, China. Video footage taken by office workers in a nearby office building shows smoke billowing from the ship. The Ningbo Maritime Search and Rescue Centre said the 6,589 TEU YM Mobility was berthed in Ningbo's Beilun terminal and was carrying hazardous goods. None of the crew on the 2011-bui
  • COSCO SHIPPING builds smart, integrated global ecosystem
    COSCO is integrating cutting-edge technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT) to drive the high-quality development of industrial and supply chains. The firm's IoT technology was initially deployed in reefer containers, which demand precise temperature and time management. By incorporating the Smart Solution IBOX REEFER, traditional reefer containers are now equipped with smart features, inclu
  • Maersk applies PSS from North Europe to West Coast South America, Caribbean and Central America
    Maersk is introducing the Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for all dry containers from North European Countries to West Coast South America, Caribbean & Central America (excluding Mexico) destinations. The effective date is 12th July 24 for all destination countries except Colombia & Puerto Rico, where PSS will be effective from 27 July. Origin Destination Container type Currency New tariff levels Cha
  • US container shipping braces for headwinds as peak season approaches
    The US container shipping sector is cautiously approaching the peak season, with the upcoming US elections and labour negotiations poised to bring their own set of implications for the container logistics industry, as indicated in the August Container Market Forecaster by Container xChange. The sector has already been witnessing its own set of challenges like overestimation of demand, pulling for
  • Monthly import cargo at US ports continues peak season surge
    Monthly inbound cargo volume at the US major container ports could see a near-record surge this month as retailers bring in merchandise ahead of a potential strike at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports this fall, according to the Global Port Tracker report released by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates. "Retailers are concerned by the possibility of a strike at ports on the East a

free news
Splash web site
AUGUST 9, 2024
  • Navigator invests in US ammonia project
    Handysize gas carrier owner and operator Navigator Holding is investing in clean ammonia developer Ten08 focused on an industrial scale, hybrid blue-and-green ammonia production facility on the Gulf coast of Texas. Ten08 aims to produce ultra-low carbon ammonia to cover the needs of power, shipping, fertilizer, and chemicals industries. The first phase expected to kickstart ...
  • New ship repair yard opens in China
    A new Chinese ship repair yard was officially opened this week, capable of handling 120 ships a year, further adding to the nation's dominance in the repair segment. The new yard is a joint venture between Shanghai COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry and Jiangsu Watts Energy & Engineering, located in Qidong, some 50 km north of ...
  • Sinokor places four tankers in Scorpio MR pool
    South Korea's Sinokor Merchant Marine has placed four of its MR tankers into Scorpio Group's pool. Monaco-headquartered Scorpio did not reveal the names of the tankers but said that the move is expected to create synergies within the MR segment, aligning with the company's goal to consolidate high-quality tonnage in this market. Sinokor is listed ...
  • Northern Ocean bags semisub extension from TotalEnergies
    John Fredriksen-controlled Northern Ocean, a semisub rig spin-off of Northern Drilling, has won an extension for one of its semisub rigs in West Africa. The extension was awarded by a subsidiary of French energy major TotalEnergies to the 2018-built Deepsea Mira. The firm term of the contract is extended from October 2024 for one well ...
  • Indonesian owners back in buying mode
    Indonesian owners are back in the secondhand market having been quiet for most of the year. VesselsValue registers six Indonesian bulker purchases so far this year, a significant decrease since last year when Indonesian owners picked up 31 ships in total. This week, Gurita Lintas Samudera is tied to its fifth purchase in a year with ...
  • Delta suezmax attacked four times in 24 hours by the Houthis
    Delta Blue, a suezmax belonging to Greece's Delta Tankers, has been attacked four times in the space of 24 hours by the Houthis. While the Houthis have targeted more than 120 ships in their 10-month campaign in solidarity with Palestinians, the targeting of the Delta Blue stands out for the repeated attempts and the use ...
  • Halliburton pens intervention and P&A deal with Petrobras
    Houston-headquartered energy service giant Halliburton has been awarded a contract by Brazilian state-owned oil and gas major Petrobras to provide a full range of services in Brazil for integrated well interventions and plug and abandonment for offshore wells. Under the agreement's terms, Halliburton will provide fluids, completion equipment, wireline, slickline, flowback services, and coiled tub
  • China's Changhong International enters megamax construction with MSC orders
    Container shipping has another yard it can contract for megamax construction. As it unfurls its next wave of newbuild expansion, Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) has tapped Zhoushan Changhong International Shipyard in China to build twelve 19,000 teu LNG dual-fuel containerships, the first time this yard has won orders for this size category, the yard confirmed ...
  • UAE bans Eswatini-flagged ships from entering the country
    The United Arab Emirates has banned Eswatini-flagged ships from entering the country, having banned Cameroon-registered ships earlier in the year. The Eswatini flag have been involved in the growing, so-called shadow or dark fleets transporting sanctioned oil. Eswatini, the landlocked southern African kingdom formerly known as Swaziland, has been in and out of the ...
  • Strengthening resilience at sea
    Dr Linda Sorensen, co-founder of Bigyellowfish, says mental health issues risk undermining the sustainability of the maritime sector. Seafarers often must perform in high-pressure environments given the unpredictable conditions of working at sea. Inclement weather, time pressures and long working hours are just some of the common difficulties of life onboard. In recent times, decarbonisation ...

news on subscription
Lloyd's List web site
AUGUST 9, 2024
  • Pay greener ships and poorest states from carbon levy funds, Pacific states tell IMO
    Pacific states have seized on recent IMO evidence backing their plan for a $150 per tonne carbon levy and simple...
  • Seaspan pens newbuilding contracts for 27 containerships
    Seaspan shareholder Atlas Corp has disclosed newbuilding contracts for containerships of varying sizes with most tied to long-term charter contracts...
  • After Eagle Bulk merger Star Bulk's 'ideal' next partner should have capes
    Greek owner may want to draw breath after 'exhausting' effort to buy back Oaktree shares last year
  • Marine insurers in London must come clean on Ceres I dark fleet disaster
    Lloyd's-backed insurers have failed to answer questions over whether they provided cover for a 25-year-old, hit-and-run tanker, a dark fleet...
  • Maersk's bunker consumption hits six-year high
    Maersk's total bunker bill reached $1.85bn in the second quarter of 2024, 28% higher year on year
  • UAE bans Eswatini-flagged ships from its ports
    At least two Eswatini-flagged ships were still signalling their position via AIS at the Khor Fakkan anchorage on August 9, despite...
  • Okeanis keeps payout firm despite profit dip
    Oslo- and New York-listed tanker owner is backed by Greece's Alafouzos shipping family
  • Chamber of Shipping remains 'powerhouse', Hatcher insists
    Security now bigger concern for merchant vessels than in recent decades, says former Royal Navy man once part of Gulf...
  • Shipmanagers look to address alternative fuel skills gap
    Columbia and Bernard Schulte have been investing in training for seafarers to be employed on the growing fleet of LNG...
  • London Club to develop green hydrogen insurance products
    International Group affiliate pledges to extend engagement around green shipping
  • Bulk carrier asset prices continue to rise as sellers hold the upper hand
    Robust freight rates have translated into healthy profits for owners, reducing their incentive to sell vessels unless they get their...
  • Navigator Gas invests in US Gulf clean ammonia developer
    New York-listed handysize gas carrier specialist Navigator Gas announced an investment in a clean ammonia developer Ten08 Energy alongside lead...
  • UPDATE: Greek tanker attacked with RPG near Bab el Mandeb
    A Greek-owned tanker sailing through the Bab el Mandeb strait reported being attacked by an RPG launched from a small...
  • Huge explosion on Yang Ming boxship at Ningbo
    Videos online show the massive blast after hazardous material caught fire on the 2011-built YM Mobility
  • The Lloyd's List Podcast: Can navies protect shipping?
    In this week's edition of the Lloyd's List podcast, security experts join maritime risk analyst Bridget Diakun to ask whether...
  • Daily Briefing
    Ukraine callers buck advice to sail through Nato territorial waters | Chamber of Shipping set for dialogue with new UK...
  • MSC adds 12 more 19,000 teu LNG-powered ships at China's Zhoushan Changhong
    Latest newbuilding contract will help the Aponte family-controlled line further cement its position as the world's largest container carrier

news on subscription
The Journal of Commerce web site
AUGUST 9, 2024
  • CIRB ruling means Canadian rail strike could happen on Aug. 22
    A potential strike by Canada's two railroads, while an "inconvenience," would not pose an "immediate and serious danger" to the public, the Canadian Industrial Relations Board ruled Friday.
  • Ningbo explosion closes port, adds to worsening Asian bottlenecks
    The closure of one of China's busiest container ports will add to the lengthening vessel delays being seen on the main Asian export trade lanes, while North Europe grapples with its own congestion woes on the other end.
  • Logtech investment slump signals pivot from disruption to enablement
    Despite the nearly $140 billion invested in logistics startups globally from 2012 through 2023, most of the industry's major inefficiencies remain and the underlying structure of the industry has hardly changed.
  • Ocean carriers need skillful capacity control to navigate coming rate decline
    When the tide turns, liners will need to show agility to avoid going from mega-profits to red ink, writes Jeremy Masters.
  • Walmart offering China sellers ocean, customs pathway to US buyers
    The retail giant will enable sellers using its US fulfillment services to access its negotiated ocean rates for full containers from Yantian, Shanghai and Ningbo.

news on subscription
TradeWinds web site
AUGUST 9, 2024
  • US charges trio for smuggling weapons used in Houthi attacks on shipping
    Two Iranians and a Pakistani citizen charged after deadly raid on dhow
  • Quiet market pulls VLGC rates to six-month low as futures point to brighter days ahead
    Atlantic rates remain 'resolute' but are not enough to prevent the fall
  • Momentum for natural gas-powered ships puts bio-LNG in focus
    One ship powered by bio-LNG can help 30 others meet FuelEU Maritime standards
  • Buy International Seaways stock, says Clarksons as shares slip into discount zone
    Analysts argue the gap to net asset value could soon be closed again as markets improve
  • Healthy tanker and bulker markets will allow Euronav to fund huge orderbook, Clarksons says
    Analysts see no problems ahead as Saverys company continues to expand the fleet
  • Santos Brasil's profit soars as container terminal volumes rise
    Second-quarter revenue for containers and general cargo business up by almost 50% from a year earlier
  • Pangaea Logistics gets 'hunting license' in $50m loan from DNB
    Rhode Island niche-trade bulker operator is content on tonnage for now but always looking
  • Wes Edens' New Fortress Energy sees profit plummet as delayed project takes $150m bite
    First partial cargo now underway in Mexico as delay costs company
  • Evangelos Marinakis hands management of offshore vessels to Borealis Maritime venture
    Norwegian based company is taking over running of two PSVs the Greek owner bought from Standard Supply
  • Okeanis Eco cleans up VLCCs to carry diesel in 'LR4' spot trades
    US-listed company says conversion helped it earn above-market earnings
  • Wavelength podcast: Leif Hoegh and Norden on investments and Maersk's methanol pivot
    Norwegian shipowner opens up on the decisions that led to 12 PCC's being delivered in the next three years
  • Castor Maritime cash pile swells as owner eyes fleet expansion
    Cypriot company also logs improvement in profit for second quarter
  • Nova Marine snaps up three modern bulkers after selling older quartet
    Swiss bulker player reveals extensive reshuffle of its fleet portfolio in burst of S&P activity
  • Seaspan orders 27 container ships in major multi-billion return to newbuilding arena
    Canadian tonnage provider says vessels range in size up to 17,000 teu
  • Potent principles withstand greenwashing: Why ESG remains mission-critical for shipping
    Despite falling out of fashion in the US, environmental, social and governance principles remain strong in Europe and continue to shape maritime, says Gina Panayiotou
  • Nicholas Inglessis venture Alberta feasts on $150m Cobelfret bulker sales drive
    Greek company is believed to have spent close to $60m on latest fleet expansion
  • AP Moller-Maersk stock upgraded following 20% slump in share price
    Danish container line's stock gets the nod from bullish stock-watchers
  • Historic British firm Graig Shipping to wind down operations after 105 years
    Cardiff stalwart exited shipowning in 2019 and has been focusing on selling its Diamond bulker design since
  • Alexander Saverys says lights are green on crude tanker demand with peak oil some years off
    Shipowner and transition advocate believes 10% of VLCC fleet could be lost if veteran vessels scrapped
  • UAE drops hammer on Eswatini vessels amid questions around new ship registry
    Ban follows April warning about the landlocked African country's registry and its connection to the dark fleet
  • Video: Huge explosion hits Yang Ming container ship in Chinese port
    Dramatic footage goes viral of blast that was felt a kilometre away
  • Potent principles withstand greenwashing: Why ESG remains mission-critical for shipping
    Despite falling out of fashion in the US, environmental, social and governance principles remain strong in Europe and continue to shape maritime, says Gina Panayiotou
  • Genoa Sea Brokers launches new London dry bulk venture as it hits the gas on growth
    Italian brokerage poaches seasoned old-hand for new shop in London
  • 'Cash machine': George Youroukos-linked Global Ship Lease set to pile up profit backed by fresh deals
    Analysts expect boxship owner to reap rewards of increased charter coverage in favourable market
  • Israel sanctions: American Club explains blacklisted tanker's path onto its books
    US insurer responds to designation of ship by Israeli authorities last week
  • Greek tanker faces 24-hour onslaught as Houthis target ship with grenades, missiles and drones
    Laden Delta Tankers suezmax has suffered at least four attacks over a period of several hours
  • Sea Cargo Charter signs up mining and metals company South32
    Australian outfit brings decarbonisation reporting framework to 20% of bulk commodities trades
  • 'This was no gamble': Leif Hoegh opens up huge Covid-era car carrier newbuilding play
    Hoegh Autoliners chairman reflects on pandemic-era transactions that reshaped the company
  • 'Generous and down to earth' Norwegian shipowner Kristian Eidesvik dies aged 78
    His bulker company Wilson pays tribute to a supportive guiding figure
  • Ship guards destroy incoming drone as Houthis repeatedly attack Greek tanker
    Yemeni rebel group makes first use of RPG and fires missile and sea drone at laden Delta Tankers suezmax
  • Ship 'hit' by Houthis and sea drone destroyed by guards as attacks ramp up
    Incidents are the second and third in 24 hours in the region
  • Summer months turn up heat on rates as Hoegh Autoliners sets records
    Norwegian owner earned more than $100 per cbm on a gross basis in July
  • HD KSOE order haul tops $16.5bn with latest LPG carrier deal at HD Hyundai Mipo
    Group achieve its annual newbuilding target early
  • Gianluigi Aponte newbuilding grab tops $5bn in a week as yards find capacity to meet appetite
    Yard forced to convert ship repair facility to meet rapidly growing orderbook
  • Okeanis Eco Tankers profit slows down on weaker earnings
    Alafouzos family-controlled firm maintains dividend steady

news on subscription
American Shipper web site
AUGUST 9, 2024
  • Magma Aviation establishes Middle East freighter base, names CEO
    Magma Aviation, which charters aircraft under management control, has begun Middle East operations with two narrowbody cargo jets sourced from its parent company.

››› File
FROM THE HOME PAGE
ESPO: The EU Parliament's Budget Committee's request for more funding for transport, energy and infrastructure is welcome
Brussels
The importance of financing TEN-T networks to enable their adaptation for both military and civilian dual-use purposes was highlighted
Solidarity contribution for the families of port workers who are victims of accidents at work
Rome
It was established by the National Bilateral Port Authority
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore Division Reports Record Quarterly Revenue
Neuilly-sur-Seine
New historical peak also for the classified fleet
PSA reportedly considering selling its 20% stake in Hutchison Ports
Singapore
This is according to "Reuters", which had already floated this hypothesis at the end of 2022
Federagenti, Italy must give a sharp acceleration to the projects of ZES, free zones and Special Logistics Zones
Rome
Pessina: There is no space for reflections prey to bureaucracy
In the first quarter of this year, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -5.8%.
Rotterdam
Both disembarkation (-3.1%) and embarkation (-11.9%) loads are decreasing
Increase in container cargo is not enough for the port of Antwerp-Bruges to avoid a -4.0% decline in quarterly traffic
Antwerp
The decline in liquid bulk cargoes worsened (-19.1%)
The China Shipowners' Association considers the measures taken by the US against Chinese ships a typical example of unilateralism and protectionism
Beijing/Washington
The WSC reiterates that such measures could undermine American trade, harm U.S. manufacturers, and undermine efforts to strengthen the nation's maritime industry.
COSCO Expresses Strong Opposition to US Planned Taxes on Chinese Ships
Growing share of new entrants in European rail transport sector
Madrid
In 2023, rail freight transport performance decreased by -8%
New Chinese Ship Taxes That Will Only Raise Prices for Americans
Washington
The executive vice president of the US Chamber of Commerce denounced it
Tax amounts set for China-linked vessels arriving at US ports
Washington
Calculated on the basis of net capacity or container volume, they will be applied from October and will be progressively increased
International tender launched to award concession for new Casablanca port shipyard
Casablanca
It is the largest in Africa and has been unused since 2019
Federlogistica, the industry must stop approaching logistics only in terms of costs
Genoa
Falteri: a national control room composed of representatives of the logistics sector and industrial groups is necessary
ABB closes positive first quarter even if revenue growth is lower than expected
Zurich
Wierod: Our consolidated local-for-local approach protects us from the trade war
New global minimum wage deal for seafarers
Geneva
The level will rise to $690 from January 1, 2026 to reach $704 from 2027 and $715 from 2028.
Global trade in goods could fall by -1.5% this year
Geneva
WTO predicts. Okonjo-Iweala: Persistent uncertainty threatens to slow global growth, with serious negative consequences for the world
In 2023, around two-thirds of all goods moved in the EU were transported by sea.
Luxembourg
In the period 2013-2023, only the share of road transport increased, while that of other modes decreased.
Postal shipments of goods from Hong Kong to the US suspended
Hong Kong
Hongkong Post faces exorbitant and unreasonable tariffs due to unjustified and intimidating actions of the United States
Confitarma highlights the need for the decarbonisation strategy not to penalise shipping compared to other modes
Rome
Zanetti: also ensure that the implementation process takes into account the operational needs of the industry
Intercargo and Intertanko raise concerns over shipping decarbonisation deal
London
The complexity of the measure adopted by the IMO and the unusual procedure from which non-governmental organizations were excluded were highlighted
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
London
Sharp increase in incidents in the Singapore Straits
Interferry welcomes IMO agreement on decarbonisation of shipping, but finds strategy too complex
Victoria/Piraeus
Greek Shipowners' Association disappointed by failure to recognise essential role of transition fuels such as LNG
International Labour Organization Recognizes Seafarers as Key Workers
London
ITF and ICS: a historic moment
CMA CGM to acquire 35% of Egypt's October Dry Port
Cairo
The company operates a dry port in the industrial and logistics zone near Cairo
MSC Group's TiL to Take Full Control of Hutchison Ports Terminals
New York
Bloomberg reports this, specifying that the Panamanian terminals would be jointly managed with BlackRock
Draft regulation on decarbonisation of shipping approved by MEPC includes mandatory fuel standard and pricing of greenhouse gas emissions
London/Washington/Brussels
The establishment of a Fund to collect resources deriving from the pricing of emissions is foreseen
MIT indicates Matteo Paroli as new president of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Rome/La Spezia
The La Spezia port community also requests a name for the Eastern Liguria Port Authority
Task force of five associations for the relaunch of Italian rail cargo
Rome
Initiative by Agens, Assoferr, Assologistica, Fercargo and Fermerci
Confitarma underlines the importance of the shipping decarbonisation strategy being defined at IMO
Rome
The Italian Confederation specifies that it shares some of the USA's concerns
WSC Reiterates Trump's Measures for National Maritime Industry Are Bad for U.S. Economy
Washington
Kramek: Ready to support the administration with constructive proposals
Fincantieri and Accenture establish joint venture Fincantieri Ingenium
Trieste/Milan
The aim is to drive the digital transformation of the ship product and port logistics
Meyer Werft has delivered the new luxury cruise ship Asuka III to NYK Cruises
Papenburg/Emden
It has a capacity of 744 passengers and 470 crew members
As Trump formalizes measures to revitalize America's maritime industry, the nation's ports face a dramatic decline in traffic
Washington/Geneva
Okonjo-Iweala (WTO): With the escalation of trade tensions between the US and China, the exchange of goods between the two economies could decrease up to 80%
CK Hutchison denies allegations of breach of concession contract for Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa
Panama
Panama Ports Company emphasizes that it has complied with all legal obligations and contractual commitments
US Does Not Participate in IMO Negotiations on Shipping Decarbonization, Threatens Reciprocal Measures
London
Expressed opposition to any attempt to impose economic measures on ships based on greenhouse gas emissions or fuel choice
T&E urges MEPC to agree clear and ambitious measures to decarbonise shipping
Brussels
It is necessary - the association underlines - to set binding objectives
Meyer Yachts will build an ultra-luxury residential mega yacht for Ulyssia Residences
Miami
The ship will be 320 meters long and will be built at the Papenburg shipyard
Le Aziende informano
Il retrofit ibrido-elettrico di ABB guida i traghetti dei laghi italiani verso un futuro più sostenibile
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Helsinki/Naples
Order at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Weihai)
Viking orders two cruise ships from Fincantieri with option for two additional units
Los Angeles/Trieste
The two ships under construction in Ancona for the American brand will be the first in the world to be powered by hydrogen stored on board
Federlogistica, the possible collapse of road transport is a risk for the country
Genoa/Modena
Ruote Libere reports that the government only needs to allocate a little money to avoid having to deal with the real problems of road hauliers
Second edition of the European Maritime Transport Environmental Report published
Lisbon/Copenhagen
The new report indicates that promising progress has been made in several areas
WSC, MEPC must provide clear measures to decarbonise shipping this week
Washington
Wood-Thomas: It is not possible that these decisions can be postponed to guidelines developed in two years
Konecranes revenues increased by +7.7% in the first three months of 2025
Helsinki
343 million euros of new orders for port vehicles (+37.5%)
Kuehne+Nagel posts first quarter of growth
Schindellegi
The logistics group's net sales amounted to 6.33 billion Swiss francs (+14.9%)
Application by TDT (Grimaldi group) for the construction and management of 50% of the Terminal Darsena Europa in Livorno
Leghorn
The company has requested an extension of the duration of the current concession
In 2024, 58 million invested in the modernization of the ports of Livorno, Piombino and the island of Elba
Leghorn
The final budget and the annual report of the AdSP have been approved
EIB advice to strengthen climate resilience of the ports of Volos, Alexandroupolis and Patras
Luxembourg
It will assist port authorities in identifying and managing climate risks
In the first quarter the port of Valencia handled 1.3 million containers (+3.4%)
Valencia
Transhipment traffic decline
The Management Committee of the Central Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has unanimously approved the 2024 financial statement
Naples
SOS LOGistica will acquire the qualification of Third Sector Entity
Milan
The association currently has 74 members
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Barcelona and Algeciras decreased
Barcelona/Algeciras
Hupac transfers intermodal service with Padua to Novara
Noise
Until now the other terminal was the one in Busto Arsizio
PSA SECH has operated the first 400-meter train at Parco Ferroviario Rugna
Genoa
Capacity up to 20 pairs of trains per day
The 2024 financial statement of the Eastern Liguria Port Authority was unanimously approved
The Spice
The war clearance preparatory to the expansion of the Ravano Terminal in La Spezia is nearing completion
The Spice
The AdSP has invested over 600 thousand euros in it
Francesco Rizzo appointed president of the AdSP of the Strait
Rome
He has repeatedly denounced the uselessness of the construction of the bridge over the Strait
US aircraft attack Yemeni port of Ras Isa
Tampa/Beirut
38 dead and over a hundred injured
In 2025 Stazioni Marittime predicts an increase in ferry and cruise traffic in the port of Genoa
MIT Mobility Report Highlights Rising Demand for Both Passengers and Freight
Rome
In the first quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports decreased by -5.6%
St. Petersburg
Both dry goods (-5.3%) and liquid bulk (-5.8%) are decreasing
Andrea Giachero confirmed as president of Spediporto
Genoa
The board of directors of the association of Genoese freight forwarders has also been renewed for the three-year period 2025-2028
Study for monitoring vehicular traffic in the ports of Venice and Chioggia
Milan
Order awarded to Circle and Arelogik
In Italy, the rail freight transport sector is in deep trouble
Geneva
Fermerci calls for making traffic incentives structural and increasing and for refinancing the incentive for the purchase of locomotives and wagons
Global Maritime Forum report on optimising ship calls to reduce emissions
Copenhagen
Virtual arrival and just-in-time arrival approaches proposed
In the first quarter of this year, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +15.5%
Joy Taurus
Construction of the "Dockworker’s House" has begun
GNV has taken delivery of the second of four new ro-pax vessels in China
Genoa
"GNV Orion" will be able to accommodate 1,700 passengers and transport up to 3,080 linear metres of cargo
After ten quarters of decline, container traffic in the port of Hong Kong returns to growth
Hong Kong
In the first three months of this year 3.39 million TEUs were handled (+2.1%)
Fincantieri acquires stake in WSense
Rome
The ninth FREMM unit "Spartaco Schergat" delivered to the Italian Navy
The new edition of the Practical Manual of Maritime Traffic has been presented
Genoa
Written by Assagenti, it turns fifty
Container traffic at the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles increased by 26.6% and 5.2% in the first quarter
Long Beach/Los Angeles
Trump's tariffs impact imminent
In the first three months of 2025, the port of Singapore handled 10.5 million containers (+5.8%)
Singapore
In weight, containerized traffic recorded a decrease of -1.4%
Regulations signed for LNG bunkering at Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa
Genoa
Define the methods of transferring fuel from ship to ship
Historic shipbuilding brands Uljanik and 3.Maj on the verge of extinction
Zagreb
The State confirms its intention to sell the shipbuilding activities at the two sites of Pula and Rijeka
Cambiaso Risso has completed the acquisition of the French Somecassur
Genoa
The transalpine company specializes in the insurance of super and mega yachts
New weekly train service between the port of Gioia Tauro and Verona
Joy Taurus/Verona
Operated by Medlog for the transport of refrigerated goods
EBRD looking for strategic partner for development of Moldovan river port of Giurgiulesti
London
International competition launched
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Turkish ports set new first-quarter cargo traffic record
Ankara
Historic peak of cargo imported from abroad
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +37.6%
Taranto
Increase of 854 thousand tons of solid bulk and 265 thousand tons of conventional goods
DEME buys Havfram, a company that installs offshore wind farms
Second Right/Washington
Transaction worth approximately 900 million euros
Rail transport of convoys for Rome Metro started from Reggio Calabria
Rome
Contract awarded by Hitachi Rail to Mercitalia Rail
In 2024, the volumes handled by Magli Intermodal Service decreased by -2%
Rezzato
Turnover stable
Yang Ming records first decline in turnover in March after 14 months of growth
Keelung/Taipei
Evergreen and WHL revenue growth continues
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of Germany's Schenker by Denmark's DSV
Brussels
The impact on competition in the markets in which the two companies operate is considered limited
Fincantieri - Kayo Agreement to Promote the Development of the Shipbuilding and Naval Industry in Albania
Trieste
Possible creation of a hub for shipbuilding and refitting in the region
Recent slight reduction in logistics costs for new factory vehicles
Brussels
Montaresi (AdSP Liguria Orientale) awarded with the "Port Oscar"
Miami
The event has reached its eighteenth edition
In the first three months of 2025, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +9.3%
Hong Kong
Revenues up +16.8%
The AdSP of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas wins in appeal against Zen Yacht
Joy Taurus
Company ordered to pay back rent
A large shipment of cocaine was seized in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
Two tons of drugs identified by Customs and Financial Police personnel
Navantia renews agreement with American cruise group Royal Caribbean
Miami
To date, the Cadiz shipyard has carried out maintenance, repair and refurbishment work on 45 of the group's ships.
Record cruise traffic expected in Italian ports this year
Miami
Cemar believes that growth will not stop even in 2026
HII-HHI Agreement to Accelerate US and South Korean Naval Production
National Harbor
The aim is to strengthen the naval industrial base of the two nations.
Panama Ports Company Accused of Violating Terms of Concession Agreement
Panama
Panama's Auditor General announced the filing of criminal charges
Colombo West International Terminal has become operational
Ahmedabad
It has a traffic capacity of 3.2 million TEUs
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
The new multifunctional border control structure PCF - PED/PDI Point completed in the port of Gioia Tauro
Joy Taurus
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
MSC Group's new cruise terminal inaugurated in Miami
Miami
It can accommodate three large ships at the same time
In February, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +2.1%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo increases, miscellaneous cargo declines
In 2024, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane recorded a net loss of -208 million euros
Rome
Revenues up by +11.7%. The group's freight transported increased thanks to the acquisition of Exploris
Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
Conference to celebrate the centenary of the company
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
VARD to build offshore dive vessel for Dong Fang Offshore
Alesund/Trieste
The contract is worth 113.5 million euros
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
It will take place at the headquarters of the Port Authority of Genoa
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Next week Italian ports will participate in Seatrade Cruise Global
Rome
Initiative brand: "CruiseItaly - One Country, Many Destinations"
MSC Group Cruise Terminal Officially Inaugurated in the Port of Barcelona
Barcelona
In 2027 it will be equipped with a cold ironing plant
Marcegaglia and Nova Marine Carriers form NovaMar Logistic joint venture
Lugano/Gazoldo of the Ippoliti
A general cargo ship will transport raw materials to the steel group's plants
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Introduced most of the innovative technologies currently available
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
- Via Raffaele Paolucci 17r/19r - 16129 Genoa - ITALY
phone: +39.010.2462122, fax: +39.010.2516768, e-mail
VAT number: 03532950106
Press Reg.: nr 33/96 Genoa Court
Editor in chief: Bruno Bellio
No part may be reproduced without the express permission of the publisher
Search on inforMARE Presentation
Feed RSS Advertising spaces

inforMARE in Pdf
Mobile