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Exim India web site
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
  • NACFS & CFSAI's joint mega logistics trade event in New Delhi deliberates on key issues
  • Key questions facing ocean container shipping following the US election
  • Mormugao Port should add container berths: Minister
  • Air cargo from India on a high
  • Asia Pacific and Europe rate rises lift global prices
  • Menzies Aviation extends MACH roll-out to 28 new locations
  • Export of PV products soars 23 times
  • Reliability performance of global carriers
  • CONCOR processes first online CPDA application
  • India-Russia trade target of $100 bn realistic: EAM

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International Transport Journal web site
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
  • Train to link Mexico and southeast of the USA
  • Czech rail operator adds Vectrons to its fleet
  • London Gateway aims for UK's top port position
  • Hellmann reshuffles senior management
  • Another base for FedEx and Swiss Post
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • New tech partnership to drive eco-initiatives
  • Expanding in London and the UK
  • A second AEI B737-800SF freighter
  • First electric tractor unit in Bern
  • Fulvio Carlini takes over the baton
  • Destination: Dublin

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The Loadstar web site
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
  • Cargo cheers as Canada lifts restrictions on China flights
  • French rail workers plan strike 'double-whammy' over Fret SNCF break-up
  • The US Line: Trump 2.0 - when the elephants fight...
  • ICTSI chief slams Maersk legal bid to overturn Durban terminal concession win
  • Ecommerce supply chains the right prescription for pharma shippers
  • Maersk ends contract with Indian 3PL after its role is 'over-hyped'
  • UK PM announces 'determined commitment' to steep emissions cuts

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Marine Log web site
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
  • Birdon America selects Schottel solutions for WCC program
    Spay, Germany-headquartered propulsion specialist Schottel has been chosen by Birdon America to supply key components for the up to 27 U.S. Coast Guard Waterways Commerce Cutters (WCC) for which it is prime
  • Damen-built Bu Tinah sets Guiness World Record as world's most powerful electric tugboat
    Demonstrating an average high peak bollard pull of 78.2 tonnes, the Damen RSD-E Tug 2513 Bu Tinah has gained a Guinness World Records title as the world's most powerful electric tugboat. The

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Container News web site
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
  • Euroseas secures new charter contracts for two boxships
    Euroseas, a Greek owner and operator of container vessels, has announced new time charter agreements for its 2001-built feeder container ships, EM Corfu and Evridiki G, set to begin upon completion of their current charters in early 2025. EM Corfu will be chartered for a term of 18 to 20 months at a daily gross rate of US$28,000, at the discretion of the charterer. In addition, Evridiki G will be
  • Iranian Ports Emerge as Chabahar Gains Strategic Edge in Regional Trade Network
    This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • Maersk announces MECL service rotation alterations
    Danish ocean carrier Maersk has decided to make changes in the MECL service rotation to restore schedule reliability. As of February 2025, we will be serving Port Qasim with a fast and reliable product via Salalah, noted Maersk. As a result, the new MECL rotation will be as follows: Jebel Ali (UAE), Pipavav (India), Nhava Sheva (India), Salalah (Oman), Algeciras (Spain), Newark (US), Charleston (
  • APM Terminals selects CareGo consortium for Rotterdam's Maasvlakte II expansion
    APM Terminals has awarded the civil works and electrification contract for the expansion of its Maasvlakte II (MVII) container terminal in Rotterdam, Netherlands, to the CareGo consortium, which includes ABB, Dura Vermeer, and GMB. This expansion spans a 51-hectare container yard, doubling the terminal's capacity and positioning it as one of the world's most advanced fully automated facilities. I
  • Supply chains in Middle East lose resilience amid geopolitical shifts
    This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • Most Reliable Ocean Carriers in 2024
    Since 2019, no single carrier among the top 13 global shipping companies has consistently ranked as the most reliable provider across more than 30% of the trade lanes they serve in any given month, according to Sea-Intelligence analysis. In its GLP report, the Danish maritime data analysis company assessed schedule reliability across 34 global trade lanes and developed a composite score to quanti
  • Port of Gothenburg surpasses last year's record volumes
    In the first three quarters of 2024, the Port of Gothenburg handled a record-breaking 685,000 TEUs, surpassing last year's figures by 8,000 units and showing a marginal 1% increase overall, despite a slight drop in the third quarter. Laden container handling rose by 5%, though a significant decrease in empty container movements impacted total container numbers. Re-balancing import/export levels r
  • Western Australia's main container port to relocate from Fremantle to Kwinana
    Western Australia is set to move its main container port from Fremantle to Kwinana by 2030, in an A$7 billion (US$4.6 billion) shift. Fremantle processes approximately 800,000 TEUs annually and can handle up to 1.4 million TEUs yearly, but with volumes anticipated to exceed 3 million TEUs over the next 50 years, there are concerns its capacity is inadequate. Its location does not make upgrades fe
  • European Union funds onshore power for Northern European ports
    Four Northern European ports are preparing to make significant reductions in emissions from container ships docked at their quaysides. With US$20 million in joint funding from the European Union's "Connecting Europe Facility" for the "EU.OPS.Network" project, the ports of Aarhus, Gothenburg, Bremerhaven and Stockholm will introduce Onshore Power Supply (OPS) for container ships by 2030. In additi
  • Lekki Port welcomes new COSCO, ONE and ZIM services
    In a significant boost to Nigeria's maritime industry and international trade, Lekki Port LFTZ Enterprise Limited (LPLEL), Lekki Freeport Terminal, and the Lagos Free Zone have launched new shipping services from COSCO, ONE (Ocean Network Express) and ZIM at Lekki Deep Sea Port. This milestone was marked by the arrival of the E A Centaurus, a 277-meter vessel with a capacity of 7,000 TEUs, which
  • AD Ports Group surpasses US$1.2 billion in record-high quarterly revenue
    In the third quarter of 2024, AD Ports Group reported a total revenue of US$1.2 billion, marking a 10% year-over-year (YoY) increase. The record-high revenue was supported by strong performance across all core business clusters. The Group's Ports segment saw a 24% YoY increase, while the Maritime & Shipping division experienced a substantial growth of 96% YoY. Economic Cities & Free Zones grew by
  • Prodevelop concludes EIFFEL Project
    Prodevelop recently concluded the EIFFEL project, a Horizon 2020 initiative launched in 2021 to advance climate adaptation and mitigation strategies through artificial intelligence AI and GEOSS (Global Earth Observation System of Systems) data integration. In collaboration with the Balearic Islands Port Authority (BPA) and the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Prodevelop developed an AI-

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Splash web site
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
  • Why nuclear propulsion will be better
    Andrew Craig-Bennett looks at the hurdles shipping faces in order to embrace what he sees as a vital form of power in the years ahead. Let's suppose that we were to have nuclear ships, in, say, 10 of 15 years' time - how could they be owned, operated, managed and crewed? Some ships can ...
  • Bassadone's HTM boosts tanker newbuild tally
    Hercules Tanker Management (HTM) has moved to further bolster and renew its fleet with up to 10 new vessels. The John Bassadone-led outfit has returned to Jiangmen Hangtong Shipyard in China for six firm and four optional 7,700 dwt IMO II chemical tanker newbuilds after contracting four 'ultra-spec' sister ships at the yard earlier this ...
  • DOF wins IMR vessel deal in APAC region
    Norwegian offshore vessel owner DOF has won a contract award for an IMR vessel and associated subsea services in the Asia-Pacific region. The contract will utilise one of DOF's project vessels in the region and includes project management, engineering, logistics support, and all related subsea activities. The company stated that offshore services were expected to ...
  • Flex LNG to seek new play for redelivering vessel as charterer opts out
    Flex LNG will have one of its ships open for hire late in the first quarter of 2025 after its current charterer decided not to use the option to extend the charter. The Oslo- and New York-listed company said in its quarterly earnings report it had received a redelivery notice on the Flex Constellation, which ...
  • Gigantic emissions control area proposed
    The International Maritime Organization (IMO) looks set to debate the creation of a giant new emissions control area (ECA) when the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) meets next year. A new study published by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) today claims that up to 4,300 premature deaths can be avoided by the creation ...
  • Bureau Veritas expands energy and renewables footprint with Versatec buy
    French class society Bureau Veritas (BV) has acquired technical advisory company Versatec Energy to increase its presence in the fast-growing renewables segment. The acquisition of Versatec Energy enables Bureau Veritas to expand its service offering in oil and gas, and nuclear energy, as well as renewable energy solutions like offshore wind and carbon capture storage ...
  • Shipyards advance designs as CO2 shipping gains oxygen
    A purple-hulled vessel, sporting a rotor sail, has been criss-crossing the Yellow Sea in recent weeks carrying out landmark sea trials. The Northern Pioneer is the first is a series of four 7,500 cu m liquefied carbon dioxide (LCO2) carriers ordered at Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co (DSIC) by Northern Lights, a joint venture between Shell, ...
  • Dolphin Drilling rig begins work in India after court case saga delays
    The Dolphin Drilling-owned semisub, Blackford Dolphin, has finally started its $154m long-term drilling contract with Oil India after being delayed by a legal spat with Nigeria's General Hydrocarbons Limited (GHL). Dolphin Drilling said the rig arrived in Indian waters in October and has since completed customs clearance and client acceptance. The company has prior experience ...
  • AK Shipping snaps up handy bulker
    Piraeus-based dry cargo and tanker player AK Shipping has snapped up its second vintage handysize bulker of the year. Its latest purchase is the 2006-built Miltiades II, a 30,500 dwt workhorse added from Athens-headquartered PL Shipping. No price tag has been attached to this deal. In September, AK Shipping made another vintage move, securing the ...
  • Live Animal Export: False hopes on a dying fleet
    What happens to a live export trade when the ships don't return? Dr Lynn Simpson, a well-known former live export veterinarian, makes her Splash return today. In the age of refrigerated sea and air cargo, how long will modern-day practices condone mass numbers of live animals becoming unwitting seafarers? How many animals need to be ...
  • Seafarer salaries still rising in a crew-led market
    Seafarer salaries are continuing to rise across the globe as the shortage of competent seafarers impacts the shipping industry across all sectors, according to a new survey from Danica Crewing Specialists. The survey shows that with a surplus of job offers available, seafarers can afford to be more picky - choosing positions not only on ...

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Lloyd's List web site
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
  • Canadian government intervenes to end work stoppages at nation's ports
    The Canadian government has moved to end the port stoppages afflicting the nation's major ports. The Minister of Labour instructed...
  • Vessel reports multiple explosions in Red Sea
    A vessel reported being attacked in the Red Sea for the first time since late October amid reports that the...
  • Good times keep rollin' for boxship lessors long after Covid boom ends
    Containership scrapping is nearly non-existent, almost no vessels are idle, and liner companies are still snapping up leased tonnage -...
  • Shipping looks to accelerate green fuels as efficiency drive stalls
    Shipping's green coalition at COP29 climate talks is focusing government efforts on producing new policy to catalyse new supplies of...
  • Euroseas fixes pair of 23-year-old box ships for stellar rate
    Rates for older tonnage underlines charterers' need for feeder capacity, says chief executive Aristides Pittas
  • Crowley settles second sex trafficking lawsuit
    Crowley has settled a second sex trafficking lawsuit filed against it relating to an alleged predatory supervisor at the company's...
  • Fuel safety training needs major overhaul
    New guidelines and competency levels needed for safe use of ammonia, methanol and hydrogen
  • Gard book holding up despite softer hull renewals, Roppestad insists
    Codan acquisition designed to rebalance Norwegian mutual's portfolio
  • Dark fleet will bring challenges to recycling recovery
    'The challenge will be to ensure compliance checks. Recycling the dark fleet will be a challenge,' says GMS chief executive...
  • Crewing market stacked towards seafarers as wages continue to rise
    Salaries continue to rise as a shortage of competent crew affects all sectors, meaning seafarers can choose positions based on...
  • Hyundai Heavy wage negotiations falter as union votes against tentative agreement
    The union isn't planning any further strikes, but changes in management and union representatives involved in the negotiations may delay...
  • 'Risk off' for freight traders as crude tanker market drivers sour sentiment
    Hopes for a stronger finish to 2024 for crude tankers have dissipated, as a massive slump in freight derivative contract...
  • Shipping must take unified approach to voluntary green measures, Global Maritime Forum argues
    Book and claim schemes need to be interoperable, trustworthy and robust, according to new report
  • Trump return injects turbulence into container markets as carriers chase hikes
    Carriers' rates for the past two weeks of November have started to soften amid shaky market fundamentals. Attention is now...
  • North Atlantic emission control area could save 4,000 lives over next two decades
    The area would mean much stricter limits for vessels travelling within it on SOx and NOx emissions, which contribute to...
  • Flex LNG weathers falling rates with lengthy charter backlog
    John Frederiksen-owned LNG carrier owner hopes its decades-long combined backlog will insulate it from falling spot rates
  • Sompo eyes marine growth in Europe
    Japan-owned carrier's head of marine and specialty describes how long-term commitment is key to client confidence
  • The Daily View: Time to tackle the symptoms, not the cause
    Your latest edition of Lloyd's List's Daily View - the essential briefing on the stories shaping shipping
  • Daily Briefing
    Ukraine and dark fleet continue to test IMO's political boundaries on Russia | Maersk VGM decision does not create new...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
  • Bentzel leaving FMC for executive role with maritime trade groups
    The Democrat, appointed under the previous Trump administration, had taken a particular interest in port and terminal operations while at the US maritime regulator.
  • BC, Montreal ports set to reopen under orders from Canada's labor chief
    Canada's Labor Minister requires management and unions to submit to binding arbitration and orders that ports reopen after a series of strikes and lockouts effectively halted container operations across the country.
  • Yang Ming, Wan Hai see Q3 net profit outpace first half on demand, higher rates
    Both carriers generated more in net income between July and September than the first two quarters combined, filings to the Taiwan stock exchange showed.
  • CMA CGM does U-turn on Suez Canal resumption for Indamex service
    While there was no official word as to what caused the flip-flop on the part of the carrier, sources believe the security situation in the Red Sea continues to be too volatile for carriers to consider returning to the Suez route.

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TradeWinds web site
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
  • Pangaea Logistics turns in another profit ahead of transformative merger vote
    Led by ice-class fleet, Rhode Island shipowner outperforms Baltic rates by 19%
  • Could US soy shipments see China retaliation tariff if trade war gets back in full swing?
    Panamax soy export peak from US to China set to arrive pre-January
  • Perfect storm brewing that could send flood of ships onto recycling beaches, says Dimitris Ayvatoglu
    Turkish recycler cautions that depressed scrapping volumes could continue well into next year
  • Pioneer lines up order for first hydrogen-powered ropax to be built in US
    Switch Maritime adopts 80-car, 300-passenger design used in Norway
  • Golar faces $300m cost to relocate FLNG unit from West Africa to Argentina
    Golar LNG due to make a call on optional MkII conversion in 2025
  • 'Trumponomics' set to free up 90m tonnes of new LNG, Flex chief executive says
    LNG shipping market set to swing back into balance in 2027 to 2028
  • Saverys' CMB.Tech offers 'attractive entry to future-proof shipping', says Fearnley Securities
    Fearnley Securities raises company rating to 'buy' after share slump
  • Capesize spot market makes big leap powered by resurgent Atlantic market
    Better reported rates for iron ore fixtures from Brazil have prompted upwards rate assessments
  • Danaos adds $300m to charter backlog as 'uncharacteristically soft' dry market drags on earnings
    New York-listed shipowner has all 14 newbuildings covered with deals of two to five years
  • Tanker cannibalisation could flip as LR2s move into aframax space
    LR2s could start lifting crude cargoes if aframax utilisation rises, broker says
  • John Bassadone expands Hercules newbuilding drive by up to 10 tankers
    Fast-moving owner returns to China in what could be $200m project
  • Greeks in the frame as BW Epic Kosan offloads LPG carrier trio
    BW Group-backed owner is a keen player of secondhand markets
  • Term rates firm as Hafnia linked to juicy Petronas MR tanker charter
    Charterers taking cover at higher rates ahead of stronger winter season
  • Golar LNG aims to bag charter in 2025 for its next FLNG conversion project
    Argentinian developer books FLNG Hilli for 20 years while initial cargoes from BP-chartered Gimi now due in first half of next year
  • Norden could sell more vessels to cut share valuation gap, says Clarksons
    Negative operating margins are dragging on owner-operator's overall results
  • Greek owner Contships hives off brace as it extends fleet renewal
    Hellenic boxship tonnage provider is also making hay in the charter market
  • Start-up Jiada New Energy inks 10 hybrid cargo ships at China's Huanghai
    Shenzhen shipping newcomer has inked deal for diesel/battery vessels
  • Tanker owners rein in asking prices as rates curb investor interest
    Weaker-than-expected rates keeping a lid on secondhand market
  • New boss to turn wind propulsion poster child Norsepower into an industrial force
    Mergers and acquisitions in the fledgling market are inevitable, says new CEO Heikki Pontynen
  • Hoegh Autoliners and Fortescue team up to speed development of green ammonia supply chain
    Norwegian and Australian groups call for an end to shipping's reliance on fuel oil
  • 'Multiple explosions' pepper waters near ship in new Red Sea attack
    First incident reported in November after lull in Houthi attacks
  • Vitol leads the way as first VLCCs fixed to bring oil to new Chinese refinery
    Shandong Yulong plant is a much-needed source of demand for big tankers
  • Seafarer pay rises amid scramble for best workers, says crewing agency
    Wages are increasing more slowly, though, and welfare concerns persist
  • Tanker holed in collision after fishing boat skipper went on toilet break
    Dutch court told that seafarer regrets leaving his post ahead of crash
  • Skuld seeks premium boost as costs spike in 'increasingly complex' insurance market
    Club is looking for 5% increase in premiums
  • Himalaya Shipping chairman inks $1.4m forward share deal with Tor Olav Troim
    Isaksen to buy 200,000 shares in 2026 at $7.13 per share
  • Four big-name brokers back bulker market effort to boost Mercy Ships' coffers
    Launch of Dry Cargo Week initiative seeking to help bulker players catch up with their colleagues in tankers
  • 'It's a monster': BSM boss Ian Beveridge launches FuelEU broadside as new law threatens to pack a punch
    Ship manager believes owners ain't seen nothing yet in terms of regulatory burden
  • 'Oil champion' Trump could boost tanker exports, DIS boss says
    Potential peace deal in Ukraine could also bolster European economy, Carlos Balestra di Mottola believes
  • DIS on the hunt for tanker deals in tougher period market
    Boss Carlos Balestra di Mottola wants charter coverage to be 40% next year
  • Euroseas adds $20m of profit by chartering veteran ships to Maersk
    Greek owner continues to make good use of container tonnage over 20 years of age
  • Shipping giants battle for four-vessel Petrobras shuttle tanker tender
    Market leader Knutsen goes toe to toe with two major Greek families and other runners for major contract
  • New boss to turn wind propulsion posterchild Norsepower into an industrial force
    Mergers and acquisitions in the fledgling market are inevitable, says new CEO Heikki Pontynen
  • Flex LNG set to market redelivering vessel in early 2025 as charterer drops option
    Chief executive says fourth-quarter spot rates behaving 'totally different' from seasonal norm

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American Shipper web site
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
  • Ottawa orders end to port work stoppages
    Canada Labor Secretary Steven MacKinnon asked the Canada Industrial Relations Board to order operations to resume at the ports of Montreal, Vancouver and Prince Rupert and send employers and longshore unions back to the bargaining table.

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