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February 14, 2024

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Exim India web site
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
  • CTL-BHP 2024 International Exposition & Conference - South Asia's premier Mega Cargo Show - begins today
  • RoSCTL for export of apparel extended till 2026
  • Use of anti-ship missiles continues in the Red Sea
  • NHAI's total asset monetisation program crosses Rs 1 lakh crore till date
  • Maersk pilots Shanghai as new global gateway for LCL shipments
  • Veg oil imports dip in Jan.
  • US FMC examines Suez, Panama Canal impacts
  • DP World's Nhava Sheva Business Park becomes the first Free Trade Warehousing Zone to Secure IGBC Platinum Certification
  • First trial cargo vessels from Maia Inland Customs Port, West Bengal to Sultanganj Port in Bangladesh flagged off
  • Allcargo Logistics announces Q3FY24 results; Consolidated revenue - 3,212 cr., Consolidated EBITDA - 111 cr.
  • CMA CGM receives A- rating from the Carbon Disclosure Project for its decarbonisation efforts
  • A relatively strong January for air cargo from a volume perspective
  • Air India SATS launches domestic cargo handling services at Ranchi
  • Maersk introduces a new digital solution simplifying air freight booking experience for its customers
  • JBS Academy organises beneficial training session on RBI guidelines and facilities for exporters

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International Transport Journal web site
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
  • Exponential opportunities
  • Difficult conditions for combined transport
  • Touchless appointments bring benefits
  • Vigorito joins NV Logistics
  • Arkas Line hits the American shore
  • Joint power of attorney in Duisburg
  • Celebrating the second anniversary in Shanghai
  • More steel transports
  • Scrap metal instead of cut flowers
  • Rhenus grows footprint in Iberia
  • Odyssey Logistics names CCO
  • AA Cargo delivers tonnes of love
  • E-Actros 600 in winter service test
  • Fresh route for fruit exports
  • Taking a new, solar-powered route
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Climate-friendly carbon solutions
  • Hybrid carriers to Réunion Island
  • Bolstering regional project logistics

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The Loadstar web site
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
  • Congestion fears ease as Europe's ports cope with arrival of delayed vessels
  • 'There's no empire for DSV's Lund to rule the world without Schenker'
  • California port workers launch lawsuits against terminal operator bosses
  • Demand rush sparks temporary ban on imports at Bangkok Airport
  • Ceva + Wincanton - mind the vertical integration gap
  • EC gives Asiana takeover the green light - dependent on cargo sale
  • Barges for Amazon? New York aims to shift parcels from road to sea
  • EC modal shift plan to get freight off roads is too complex, says IRU
  • Unifeeder launches reefer-focused Colombia-Panama service
  • Yodel saved by rival to create 'super' logistics platform

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Marine Log web site
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
  • Carnival orders its first new cruise ship in five years
    In another sign of the cruise industry's return to good health, the world's largest cruise ship operator, Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK) today reported that it has has signed
  • Stena Bulk to charter in eco MR tanker newbuild quartet
    Gothenburg headquartered Stena Bulk has reached five-year agreements that will see it charter in four newbuild eco MR tankers set to be delivered in 2025 and 2026 Two of the medium range,

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Container News web site
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
  • Kuala Linggi International Port kicks off construction of state-of-the-art port facility
    Kuala Linggi International Port (KLIP) announced the launch of construction works for its innovative port facility, marking a significant milestone in its journey to become a pivotal hub for global trade and commerce. Set to be completed within 42 months, KLIP envisions transforming Kuala Sungai Linggi into a Green Global Industrial Hub for Energy Source, Port, and Maritime Services. The developm
  • CMA CGM receives A- rating from the Carbon Disclosure Project
    The CMA CGM Group has received an A- rating from the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) in its 2023 climate index. The Carbon Disclosure Project stands as one of the primary environmental performance benchmarks for major corporations globally. CMA CGM said this recognition emphasizes the significant advancements made by the Group in reducing carbon emissions from its shipping operations, demonstrati
  • UK freight forwarders embrace UK decision on container shipping rules
    The United Kingdom's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) will not recommend to the Secretary of State for Business and Trade that the current Consortia Block Exemption Regulation (CBER) be replaced by a UK equivalent when it expires on 25 April 2024. CMA's decision has been welcomed by the country's freight forwarders. After conducting a comprehensive analysis of the deep-sea container shippi
  • How long can Maersk investors tolerate below-par performance, wonders Linerlytica
    Maersk blamed overcapacity for its record EBIT losses in the fourth quarter but it failed to mask the fact that it has continuously underperformed the market, according to Linerlytica's latest report. The Danish ocean carrier reported EBIT losses of US$920 million for its Ocean business with EBIT margins dropping to -12.8% in the last quarter of 2023, which is more than 5% lower than its liner pe
  • Braemar sees looming crisis in feeder sector
    Demand for feeders is rising mainly as a consequence of the Red Sea crisis which has had a knock-on effect on demolition, but ultimately the ageing feeder and regional fleet will need replacing. Following the Houthi Movement's attacks on commercial shipping at the Bab al-Mandeb strait major liner operators have diverted their services around the African Cape, but this means ships no longer transi
  • Worker killed as shipbuilding structure topples in HD Hyundai Heavy Industries
    A shipbuilding structure weighing 9,000 tonnes came loose at South Korean shipbuilder HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) on the evening of 12 February, killing one and injuring another. Today, South Korea's Ministry of Employment and Labor imposed a stop-work order on offshore structure block-related processes at HHI's Ulsan yard and is investigating whether the country's largest shipbuilder viola
  • Finnish partners to develop green shipping corridor
    On 6 February, Ports of Stockholm, Port of Turku and Viking Line announced a formal partnership to develop a green shipping corridor between the Finnish ports of Turku and Stockholm. The initiative seeks to eliminate fossil fuel usage from shipping along this route by 2035. The parties signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) outlining their commitment to establish a scalable framework for tran
  • Gantrex Group acquires major Port Crane Services provider
    Gantrex Group has acquired Liftcom marking its second move into the Port Crane Services (PCS) sector which will function as the second PCS hub for the North-Western region in Europe. This strategic move is poised to significantly bolster the company's presence in the Dutch market and solidify its position in Rotterdam, Europe's premier port boasting over 100 ship-to-shore cranes and 300-yard cran
  • APM Terminals and Toyota expand their partnership to Valencia
    Gibraltar Stockholdings (TGS), a specialist distributor of Toyota vehicles and spare parts for humanitarian agencies, has extended its business with APM Terminals to ensure the safe and just-in-time arrival of Toyota vehicles at their destination. This is an expansion of the service provided by Maersk, the owner of APM Terminals, and the result of experience at APM Terminals Algeciras in Spain, w
  • CMA CGM announces new rates from West Africa to Algeria
    French container line CMA CGM has announced that the latest regulatory constraints for cargo destined for Algeria prohibit any option for transshipment or transit through Morocco, leading to additional expenses. To address this, CMA CGM will implement a Freight Adjustment Charge (FRT68) effective from 15 February 2024 (loading date) until further notice, for all shipments from West African ports
  • Maersk revises surcharge from India, Sri lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Maldives, Pakistan to UAE
    Danish container shipping line Maersk is revising the peak season surcharge (PSS) from India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Maldives and Pakistan to United Arab Emirates. The following updated surcharge will be effective from 19 February 2024. Surcharge code Origin Destination 20 DRY 40 DRY 40 HDRY Peak Season Surcharge India, Sri lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Maldives and Pakistan United Arab Emirat
  • Ambrey and Inchcape Shipping Services partner to boost maritime safety
    Ambrey, a company in the maritime security risk management industry and Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), one of the world's leading port agencies and marine services providers, have launched a strategic partnership to revolutionise safety and security within the maritime industry. According to a statement, this collaboration merges cutting-edge technology, worldwide presence, and unparalleled ex
  • Kalmar to enhance Réunion Island box terminal with hybrid equipment
    Kalmar and CMA CGM's subsidiary CMA Terminals have reached an agreement for the supply of three Kalmar hybrid straddle carriers to SAMR, a terminal located on Réunion Island. The order was registered in the 2023 Q4 order intake of Cargoted, the mother company of Kalmar with the machines set to be delivered in the fourth quarter of 2024. Réunion Island, a French department in the Indian Ocean, now
  • Maersk stops Oakland port calls on WCCA 2 service
    Maersk decided to temporarily remove the port of Oakland from the WCCA 2 service port rotation. The Danish company said it took this action to maintain schedule reliability. The Oakland call removal from the WCCA 2 service results in a suspension of booking acceptance for 20 weeks. "Our last call in Oakland was made on 4 February with the Maersk Glacier 404S," said the ocean carrier in a statemen
  • Global Ports expands VSC's fleet with three new straddle carriers
    Global Ports, one of the major operators of container terminals in Russia and a part of the Delo Group, has acquired three new straddle carriers for its Far Eastern terminal, Vostochnaya Stevedoring Company (VSC), located in Primorsky Krai. This move is a part of Global Ports' initiative to modernise its facilities and enhance the throughput capacity of the Vostochny port. Manufactured by ZPMC, a
  • DHL Freight trials hydrogen-powered truck in Germany
    DHL Freight recently introduced a hydrogen-powered truck manufactured by Paul Nutzfahrzeuge GmbH for a one-year trial run at their Cologne site in Germany. This truck, named the Paul Hydrogen Power-Truck, is based on the Mercedes-Benz Atego model and will be utilized for both distribution and line hauls. Notably, this marks DHL Group's second hydrogen truck in Germany, with another already in ope

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Splash web site
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
  • Valeura Energy buys FSO working on Nong Yao field off Thailand
    Canadian operator Valeura Energy has exercised its purchase option to acquire Nong Yao field's , previously under lease from an Omni Offshore Terminals subsidiary. The purchase price for the vessel is $19m which will be funded with the company's cash resources upon completion of the transaction, anticipated in June 2024. Given the pending expansion of ...
  • Star Bulk takes kamsarmax newbuild series to five
    Greek dry bulk giant Star Bulk Carriers has revealed more kamsarmax newbuilds in China as it works toward renewing its fleet portfolio. The Nasdaq-listed owner and operator of around 115 bulkers has contracted three 82,000 dwt ships at Qingdao Shipyard on top of two units booked at the yard in October last year. The first ...
  • Island Drilling considering legal action over semisub contract termination
    Norwegian rig owner has disputed the termination of the Island Innovator semisub contract with Trident Energy for a drilling campaign offshore Equatorial Guinea. Island Drilling said that Trident did not accurately describe the situation on the rig as there were no critical safety incidents. The company added that the blowout preventer had been checked and ...
  • Inchcape joins forces with Ambrey
    Port agency and marine services provider Inchcape Shipping Services and security specialists Ambrey have partnered up to transform safety and security in the maritime sector. The synergy will enable the maritime industry to bolster safety protocols, enhance operational efficiency, and address potential risks, the companies said in a statement. The partnership will integrate Inchcape's understandi
  • Stena Bulk charters in MR tanker newbuild quartet
    Swedish shipowner Stena Bulk has expanded its fleet with long-term charter agreements for four eco medium range (MR) tanker newbuilds. Two of the vessels, Stena Continent and Stena Conquest, will be delivered from Hyundai Mipo by the end of 2025. Two further eco MR tankers, Stena Contender and Stena Concept, will follow in 2026. All ...
  • National emergency in Tobago as mystery ship spews oil
    Vessel trackers have been unable to identify the name of a ship which capsized six days ago, creating a national emergency in Tobago as oil rushes up on the Caribbean island's southwestern shoreline. Divers have not been able to check the 100 m long capsized vessel's International Maritime Organization registered number, saying the volume of ...
  • DOF scores $20m in Asia Pacific vessel contracts
    Norway's DOF has won a new contract and secured an extension on its previous deal, further bolstering its backlog in the Asia Pacific region. The Oslo-listed offshore vessel owner has fixed the 2010-built CSV Skandi Hercules for work offshore Australia into the third quarter of 2024. The contract covers project management and engineering, logistics support ...
  • Safe Bulkers gets rid of oldest ship in its fleet
    New York-listed Greek dry bulk owner Safe Bulkers has entered into an agreement for the sale of the oldest vessel in its fleet. The company said it sold the 2005 Japanese-built, 76,000 dwt panamax bulker at a gross sale price of $12.2m. The name of the buyer was left undisclosed. According to the company, the ...
  • PGS wins offshore wind site survey contract
    Oslo-listed seismic player PGS has secured an offshore wind site survey contract in Europe. Mobilisation for an unnamed project is scheduled for early July, and the campaign will last approximately two months. The project will be acquired with PGS' ultra-high-resolution 3D streamer, providing significantly more detailed subsurface data for shallower targets compared to traditional seismic ...
  • MSC to take over Wärtsilä plant in Trieste
    Cash-rich Gianluigi Aponte has come to the rescue of a factory plant in Trieste faced with closure. Finnish marine technology firm Wärtsilä announced 18 months ago it was scaling down its manufacturing in Trieste, a city where it has had a presence since 1997, buying into and then taking over the 1972-founded Grandi Motori Trieste ...
  • Geneva Dry Dialogues: Idwal
    British firm Idwal is building a commanding position in the vessel inspection business, conducting an S&P inspection on 45% of all vessels sold across the world last year. The company is bringing a strong delegation to Geneva Dry on May 2, the world's premier commodity shipping event, keen to rub shoulders with the many shipowners ...
  • Five schools of thought on key maritime issues
    Wolfgang Lehmacher, Richard Watson, Mikael Lind, Jillian Carson-Jackson and Sukhjit Singh release details of a new maritime expert study. Stakeholders often have diverse backgrounds with different interests, which can lead to divergent and conflicting points of view. The competitive maritime industry is marked by power dynamics and competing priorities. Communication can represent a challenge thr

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Lloyd's List web site
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
  • Norway, Brazil and UAE support China's IMO fund proposal
    Mid-term economic and technical measure proposals start to emerge ahead of MEPC81, which will be held on March 18-22
  • Navios Partners rings up more than $300m of recent sales with VLCC deal
    Charter termination payment helps US-listed owner to higher fourth-quarter profits
  • Flagless, sanctioned ships with no clear insurance continue to trade unchallenged
    Three sanctioned ships formerly owned by the Syrian government continue to carry grain between Russian occupied Crimea and Syria, despite...
  • Reinsurance jitters leave clubs forced to drop Red Sea war risk extensions for fixed premium clients
    The situation is unchanged for mutual entries that make up most of the world fleet, but the effect will be...
  • Houthi threat to shipping will remain whatever Gaza outcome, say analysts
    Houthi attacks have successfully forced the reconfiguration of international trade flows with Bab el Mandeb transits halved, according to Lloyd's...
  • 'Hell and high water' clause applies despite Red Sea crisis, Reed Smith warns
    High risk of mistaken identity for ships with no links to Israel, US or UK, adds Gallagher
  • India-Europe diesel exports dip on Red Sea diversions
    Vortexa data shows higher freight costs from diversions around the Cape of Good Hope are curbing east-west trade volumes shipped...
  • Australia's ports continue to face congestion and delays
    Shippers in Australia are facing higher costs and disruptions. Vessels are being delayed by up to 10 days in worst-affected...
  • Precious Shipping sees 'extreme volatility' ahead for shipping market
    Fiscal and monetary stimulus by governments could boost the markets, as could a better steel sector, easing of financial conditions...
  • Safe Bulkers keeps fleet renewal rolling with sale of oldest vessel
    Fourth-quarter spot market an improvement on third quarter, says owner, but weaker than like quarter of 2022
  • Star Bulk adds to kamsarmax orderbook amid 'positive' dry bulk prospects
    US-listed owner of 115 bulkers reiterates belief in benefits of expected merger with Eagle Bulk to create 'global leader' in...
  • Daily Briefing
    Leaked papers reveal inner workings of Iran's shadow oil trade | Aggrieved shooter kills three at European Navigation offices |...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
  • PMA taps COO Hennessey to replace McKenna as president, CEO
    Hennessey joined PMA in 2004 after holding management positions in the shipping and trucking industries, including with Sea-Land Service, Roadway Express and Horizon Lines.
  • Carriers, shippers using feeder networks to mitigate Red Sea port disruptions
    The shipping industry still deems southbound voyages through the Suez Canal as far as Jeddah Islamic Port in Saudi Arabia as beyond the reach of the militant attacks that have forced the majority of large container ship traffic to divert around the Cape of Good Hope in southern Africa.
  • Knight-Swift buys 10 more Yellow terminals for $2.2 million as LTL push continues
    After the latest round of bidding, the largest US truckload operator has now acquired 25 Yellow facilities, bringing it closer to having a nationwide LTL network.
  • As Gemini dawns, another change in shipping alliances is inevitable: expert
    Whenever container shipping experiences an upheaval in the alliance structure, the wind-down period from announcement to departure and then to the reforming of new alliances can be bumpy, writes industry veteran Patrick Burgoyne.
  • European congestion fears allayed thus far as vessel arrivals spread out
    Terminals in Europe say ocean carrier schedules have been disrupted by the ship diversions around southern Africa, but there is still no sign of the port bottlenecks that were expected when the rerouting began.
  • Some carriers halt India-Europe westbound bookings amid capacity crunch: forwarders
    Given the capacity pressures, a potential higher incidence of gated cargo being left behind or rolled over in March could spark serious trade concerns, Indian sources say.
  • Large LTL providers report strong pricing gains, opportunities
    Yield and rates are rising at some of the biggest LTL carriers after a strong finish to 2023, though lower fuel surcharges may pull gains down to mid-single digits.
  • Maersk launches online air freight tool targeted at Indian shippers
    Maersk's integrator strategy has encompassed more access to air freight capacity, including a new tool for shippers in India to digitally price and book specific flights.

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TradeWinds web site
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
  • Carnival places first newbuilding order in five years but vows 'measured capacity growth'
    LNG-fuelled ship will be fourth in cruise major's Excel class
  • Navios eyes charter or sale opportunities as container ships come open in rising market
    Angeliki Frangou-led company considers options as Red Sea crisis helps bolster rates
  • Out with the old as Ardmore scores profit in sale of MR tanker
    Move by New York-listed shipowner follows purchase of younger ship
  • MT Maritime linked to profitable sale of 20-year-old chemical tanker
    Reported sales price shows older MRs are still holding ground since last year's surge
  • Chesapeake Energy signs up to take LNG from Gunvor's Delfin Midstream production
    FLNG developer secures another customer for its planned US floaters
  • First cargo heads in to Greece's new FSRU-based LNG import terminal
    GasLog LNG carrier due at new facility this week with commissioning volumes
  • US shipowner MT Maritime linked to profitable chemical tanker sale
    Reported sales price shows older MRs are still holding ground since last year's surge
  • VLCC rates rally as market jumps by more than one-third on back of Atlantic strength
    Ageing tanker gets nearly $70,000 per day as VLCCs rise from the doldrums in past week
  • Ambitious Arkas Line moves into transatlantic trade
    Turkish operator enters new markets with partners Turkon and Hapag-Lloyd
  • Ocean Yield nets $90m debt financing for newcastlemax newbuilding pair
    Sale and leaseback company sources 'competitive' deal from two new Asian lenders
  • Subcontractor dies and another injured in 9,000-tonne block fall at South Korean yard
    Topsides crushes senior managers from foreign company at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries
  • Qatar inks 25-ship deal with Nakilat in historic newbuild haul
    World's largest LNG vessel owner enters the fray in phase two of the sector's biggest ever newbuilding project
  • Drug gangs exploit inter-agency 'mistrust' to infiltrate shipping operations
    IMO is setting up a training programme to tackle the threat of organised crime at ports
  • What will it take for Red Sea shipping stability to return? This security expert thinks he knows
    Charterers have changed their business models, and going back will not be quick, security expert argues
  • DOF Group finance chief to step down after almost 20 years
    Head of investor relations Martin Lundberg becomes new CFO
  • Navios reveals VLCC sale amid rising fourth-quarter profit
    Diversified Angeliki Frangou company has sold more than two dozen vessels on the secondhand market since 2022
  • Shipping will need to be sure of stability before Red Sea return, Ambrey's John Thompson says
    Charterers have changed their business models, and going back will not be quick, security expert argues
  • Greek shipowner Neda Maritime strikes landmark deal for 2020 Bulkers brace
    Lykiardopulo family company buys its first newcastlemaxes, which will also be the youngest bulkers in its fleet
  • Torm cashes in ageing product tanker as values hold firm
    Danish owner secures about $22m for 2006-built vessel, brokers say
  • NGO reveals 'pollution and dangerous working conditions' at Turkish yards
    Despite worrying findings, many recycling yards are still approved by European Union
  • NRP shipping credit fund inks $6m loan for handysize bulker buy
    Premium Maritime Credit Fund gives senior secured loan for 33,000-dwt vessel
  • Stena Bulk snags charters for four product tanker newbuildings with Japanese shipowner
    Two of the ships are set for delivery in 2025 and two more in 2026
  • Virgin Voyages cruise ship to avoid Red Sea on return to Europe
    Company says passengers booked on the cruise will face no additional costs despite longer voyage
  • Thenamaris pays 'amazing price' to snap up Polaris bulk carrier quartet
    Chinese-built newcastlemaxes fetch more than $67m each
  • Clean tanker rates adjust to new normal amid Houthi attacks
    Increased tonne miles will continue to boost sector amid ongoing Houthi attacks
  • Surging risks for shipping sparks tie-up between Ambrey and Inchcape
    Strategic partnership will offer enhanced protection for ships and crews from before fixing to after discharging
  • Germany's fourth new FSRU incoming with US cargo
    Energos Infrastructure regas unit due on station at Hanseatic Hub's new Stade facility
  • Star Bulk adds newbuilding trio and raises cash with sales run
    Major owner inks three kamsarmaxes in China and brings total ship disposals over the past 12 months to 17 vessels
  • 'Pent-up demand' for shipping IPOs, says Nordic banking giant
    Nordea also expects consolidation in the sector
  • Precious Shipping fourth quarter profit slides on weaker freight rates
    Despite weaker markets, Thai shipowner raised over $160m for newbuildings and refinancings
  • Shifting trade patterns and geopolitical tensions to buoy smaller bulkers
    An increase in tonne-miles amid crisis zones is expected to contribute to market stability
  • Greece's Mega Shipping scraps oldest handymax bulker
    Mega's Konstantinos will be joined at Chattogram by another handymax owned out of Hong Kong
  • QatarEnergy stages 12-ship LNG berth grab at Hanwha Ocean
    But Doha giant's appetite for Q-Max vessels appears insatiable as new talks initiated in China
  • Great Eastern says asset prices too high for growth investments
    Indian owner says it will be a 'little slow to make new purchases'

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American Shipper web site
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
  • Global trade receding? Tell that to shipbuilders
    Despite concerns about the impact of international tensions on global trade, shipyards are flooded with orders.

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Darwin/Strathpine
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Geneva
The World Trade Organization believes so
84% of new constructions ordered by the Italian navy will be built in China
Rome
Analysis by the Confitarma Study Center on the possible impacts of US duties on the national shipping industry
GNV ships will call at Algerian ports for the first time
Genoa
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Valencia
Denton (ICC): Trump's tariffs pose a crucial challenge to rules-based trade governance
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Paris
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Guerrieri appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Leghorn
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APM Terminals buys the Panama Canal Railway Company
The Hague
The company operates the railway line parallel and adjacent to the Panama Canal
Piloda plans a hub for ship repair, refitting and demolition in the port of Brindisi
Naples
Expression of interest for the reconversion and reindustrialization of the former coal power plant area
Kuehne+Nagel to handle spare parts logistics for Changan electric cars in the European market
Schindellegi
Agreement with the Chinese car manufacturer
A.P. Møller Holding submits offer to acquire entire share capital of towing company Svitzer
AP Møller Holding submits offer to acquire entire share capital of towing company Svitzer
Copenhagen
The Mærsk family investment company already owns 47.0% of the company
Public interest declared for MSC, Neri and Lorenzini's project for a new container terminal in Livorno
Slight annual growth in freight traffic in Italian ports driven by containers
Slight annual growth in freight traffic in Italian ports driven by containers
Rome
In the container segment, the strong increase in transhipments offset the decline in imports and exports
Turkey's Desan Shipyard in talks to take over Mangalia shipyard
Bucharest
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Six international shipping associations present a guide to planning safe navigation
London
TUI awards Fincantieri contract for two new cruise ships for Marella Cruises
Hanover/Trieste
Deliveries are scheduled for 2030 and 2032
ESPO urges EU and Member States to allocate funds to decarbonise ships and ports
Brussels
Earmarking Innovation Fund proceeds to stimulate demand for clean marine fuels
China Antitrust Launches Investigation into Hutchison Ports' Panama Terminal Sale
Beijing/Hong Kong
Panama Ports Company operates the Balboa and Cristobal ports
PSA posts annual revenue growth, but profits fall
Singapore
Sharp increase in operating costs across the board
Temporary Port Labor Supply Company in Cagliari Extended for Another 18 Months
Cagliari
In 2024, cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by +3.5%
Beijing
Increase of +6.9% in traffic with foreign countries. In the first two months of 2025, 1.75 billion tons were moved (+1.6%)
Chinese container maker CIMC posts bumper 2024
Hong Kong
Almost 3.6 million containers sold (+372%). Record revenues
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In February, freight traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -4.4% and in Savona-Vado it increased by +24.5%
Genoa
Cruise and ferry passenger decline
ICS, Trump's proposed measures against Chinese ships risk having significant unwanted consequences, even for the US
Washington
Strong opposition to their introduction also expressed by the WSC
Intercargo, international measures for decarbonisation of shipping must be simple and clear
London
Gkonis: Must not compromise operational efficiency and smooth global transport of essential goods
Port of Barcelona invests 124 million to develop sustainable fuel traffic
Barcelona
Construction of three new moorings at Moll de l'Energia
In 2024, freight traffic in the port of Catania began to grow again. A decline in Augusta
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Augusta
A total of 7.9 million and 23.0 million tons of cargo were handled
In 2024, the terminal operator HHLA recorded record revenues with a growth of +10.5%
Hamburg
Profit after taxes amounted to 56.4 million euros (+33.1%)
Launch of a public consultation for the updating of the PRPs of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Genoa
The involvement of territorial, economic and social communities is foreseen
ITU, ICAO and IMO highlight risks to maritime and air transport caused by attacks on satellite communications
Geneva/Montreal/London
London Government presents its strategy for decarbonising maritime transport
London
The measures for ports will be defined after a public consultation that will take place in the coming months
For security, military ships are not enough, merchant ships are also essential
London
TUI in talks with shipyards for two new cruise ships for Marella
Hanover
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ANESCO, with the Port Employment Centers, accidents have decreased in the three main Spanish ports
Madrid
67% reduction in lost work days per year
Filt, Fit and Uilt, no to the transformation from "article 18" to "16" of the Livorno port company LTM
Leghorn
Unions ask port authority to block proliferation of new economic entities
Last year Fincantieri recorded record revenues and new orders
Last year Fincantieri recorded record revenues and new orders
Trieste
Folgiero: the first fruits of our strategy and industrial vision have been harvested
COSCO Shipping Holdings revenue increased by +44.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024
COSCO Shipping Holdings revenue increased by +44.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024
Shanghai
In the period, the container ships of the Chinese group's fleet transported 6.9 million TEUs (+13.1%). Containers on the Asia-Europe/Med routes fell
Porto Marghera, renewal of concession to Terminal Rinfuse Venezia
Venice
New 25-year contract. Investments of over 53 million euros expected
In the last quarter of 2024, container traffic alone increased in French ports
Paris
In the whole year, containers amounted to over 5.3 million TEU (+11.5%)
Carnival Sets New Low Season Quarter Records December-February
Carnival Sets New Low Season Quarter Records December-February
Miami
Positive outlook for the remainder of the 2025 financial year
Rail Losing Ground in Transalpine Freight Traffic Through Switzerland
Bern
In 2024, trains transported 25.7 million tons of cargo (-3.7%)
CK Hutchison's Port Division revenues grew by 10.8% last year
Hong Kong
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
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
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
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
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
Decarbonisation of maritime transport will be faster in the EU and the US
DHL Acquires CRYOPDP
Bonn/Nashville
The company provides courier services for clinics and healthcare
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Over a million to the port companies of Livorno and Piombino to acquire green vehicles
Leghorn
The ranking for admission to the PNRR-Next Gen Eu contributions has been published
COSCO Shipping Development Co.'s container sales increased by +204.1% in 2024
Shanghai
The related turnover increased by +124.0%
The call for funding for the purchase of electric vehicles in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado has been published
Genoa
Yang Ming Buys Three New 8,000 TEU Containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Construction of a cruise ship for Regent Seven Seas Cruises begins in Marghera
Trieste
Fincantieri will deliver the unit in 2026
Federlogistica establishes operational offices in Spain and Brazil
Genoa
The aim is to go beyond theoretical cooperative relationships
Over a Ton of Cocaine Seized in the Port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
If placed on the market it would have generated over 187 million euros
In 2024, the economic results of Interporto Padova reached record values
Padua
Revenues up +17%
Three ceremonies at the Saint-Nazaire shipyard for three new MSC Cruises ships
Geneva
New flagship "MSC World America" delivered
German railway company DB Cargo reduced losses in 2024
Berlin
Revenues down again. -9.0% drop in freight volumes
NovaAlgoma orders second 38,000 dwt cement carrier in China
Lugano
It will be taken over in 2027
Customs agreement between Italy and Brazil to facilitate trade
Brasilia
Mission of the Customs and Monopolies Agency in the South American nation
A team from La Spezia Container Terminal in Rotterdam to test advanced technologies
The Spice
ECT Hutchinson Ports Training Center Visited
The assembly of Genoese freight forwarders on Monday
Genoa
It will be held at the Palazzo della Borsa in Genoa
Assarmatori, in Italy the ferry segment cannot bear the burden of the EU ETS in a very fragile market situation
Brussels
Messina: Protecting shipping from the ideological excesses of the Green Deal
The website of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard has been renewed
Rome
It has become a single digital access point to documents and services
In 2024, inland waterway freight transport in Germany increased by +1.2%
Wiesbaden
The volume, at 173.8 million tonnes, is the second lowest since 1990.
APM Terminals Granted Port of New York - New Jersey Concession Renewal
New York
Contract for a period of 33 years. Investments of 500 million dollars are expected
Experimentation of crane automation has begun at the Interporto Padova terminal
Padua
The interport company awarded the "Industria Felix 2025 Award"
Container traffic in the port of Algeciras fell by -17.0% in February
Algeciras
Both import-export volumes and transhipment are decreasing
New cruise company Crescent Seas has been founded in Miami
Miami
The fleet, initially consisting of one ship from Regent Seven Seas Cruises, will grow to five units within the next five years
In 2024, the volume of vehicles transported by Wallenius Wilhelmsen's fleet decreased by -9.7%
Oslo
Traffic down on almost all global routes
Agreement between Assoporti and Assologistica and the Florida trade, transport and port authorities
Rome
It was signed today
In April a mission in Albania of The International Propeller Clubs - Italy
Genoa
It will take place on the 9th and 10th in Tirana and Durres
COSCO Shipping Ports revenues rose to a record $1.5 billion in 2024 (+3.3%)
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone, a decrease of -3.0%
SO.RI.MA. (FHP group) granted a concession of an area of 125 thousand square meters in the port of Chioggia
Venice
Investments of 11.5 million euros expected over 25 years
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 public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
Govt. to woo top ten shipping liners in world for Colombo port expansion
(Daily Mirror)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Contship Italia’s intermodal network has been extended to the Gulf Terminal in La Spezia
Melzo
Connections with the inland terminals of Milan, Modena and Padua
Container traffic in the port of Valencia grew by +15.2% last month
Valencia
The overall volume of goods handled increased by +6.8%
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority obtains gender equality certification
Leghorn
It is the first Italian port authority to obtain this recognition
Container traffic growth weakens at ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
Los Angeles/Long Beach
Last month, increases of +2.6% and +13.4% respectively were recorded
Assarmatori, the Italian government's position on the impact of the EU ETS on shipping and ports is good
Rome
Messina: fully understood the risks and distortions of European climate regulation
PSA Italy's Genoa port terminals awarded anti-corruption certification
Genoa
The UNI EN ISO 37001 standard defines the requirements for an effective anti-corruption management system
Assiterminal presents three projects for the sustainable transition of the Italian port sector
Rome
Work completed on docks 33 and 34 of the port of Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia
50,000 square meters of yards prepared
The completion and doubling of the Pontremolese is the dream-nightmare of the La Spezia port community
The Spice
Fontana: Money is not found when enormous resources are channeled into railway lines of dubious utility
Hanwha acquires 9.9% stake in shipbuilding company Austal
Sydney
Investment worth approximately 116 million US dollars
The European fleet is growing but competing fleets are growing at a faster rate
Brussels
Raptis (European Shipowners): investing ETS revenues in clean shipping technologies and fuels
Trasportounito has confirmed the national halt to the transport of goods
Rome
Proclaimed for the duration of five days from March 31st to April 4th
Container traffic in Hong Kong port increased by +9.1% in February
Hong Kong
However, for the second time in the last 25 years, cargo volume was below one million TEU.
Cargo traffic in Greek ports stable in Q3 2024
Piraeus
The increase in volumes transported on domestic routes has offset the decline in traffic with foreign countries
At the Vado Ligure container terminal a 21,000 teu container ship fully loaded
I go to Liguria
The 400-meter-long Cosco Shipping Nebula has landed
UIR proposes a permanent table for the development of intermodality
Verona
The main task is to build a project financing program.
Restructuring plan approved for Spanish company Armas Trasmediterránea
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Creditors' appeal rejected
The decline in cargo traffic at the port of Singapore worsened in February
Singapore
Containerized cargoes amounted to 27.4 million tons (-3.6%)
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