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March 14, 2024

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Exim India web site
MARCH 14, 2024
  • DPA launches SAAGAR scheme to stimulate & incentivise traffic growth, operational efficiency
  • Cabinet approves agreement between India & United Arab Emirates on empowerment & operation of India-Middle East Europe Economic Corridor
  • Large size container ships dominate order book
  • Working to make coastal and inland waterways shipping completely green in five years: Shipping Secretary
  • Veg oil imports seen dipping
  • Allcargo Gati appoints Sanjay Khiyani as Deputy Chief Information Officer
  • P&I Club for domestic shipping being mulled
  • NHAI advises Paytm FASTag users to switch before March 15
  • CONCOR Mysuru MMLP inaugurated
  • YOU ASK.. WE ANSWER...
  • FFFAI ties up with IIM Mumbai & IIFT Kolkata to launch shipping & logistics courses in April
  • India's exports seen equal to last fiscal: Goyal

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International Transport Journal web site
MARCH 14, 2024
  • Three countries, one hub
  • Nurminen Logistics expands in Sweden
  • Cargowise onboards partner in Malaysia
  • Duvenbeck switches to biogas
  • Geis: a tandem at the helm
  • Ambitions for European freight business
  • Get ready for ICS2
  • Transferring ground handling services in Belgrade
  • Enhancing the Iberian cold chain
  • TCA picks facilitator
  • Pushing railfreight for Eurasian routes
  • A Welcome for three dollars
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Corsair finds the path
  • New general manager, new vessel
  • Fun and games in Mexico City
  • NY invests in railfreight and port infrastructure
  • A new HQ for West Asia

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The Loadstar web site
MARCH 13, 2024
  • Stock sinks, losses mount, and guidance weighs for Zim
  • Rate hikes eclipse Red Sea diversion costs, boosting carrier profits
  • Mærsk vs CMA CGM - 'conglomerate thinking' tested
  • SeaLead box ship Pinocchio escapes Red Sea missile attack
  • January surge in volumes stretches capacity at Mexican ports
  • Cathay Cargo bullish on demand, despite 2023 earnings collapse
  • ONE Record a 'turning point', bringing real-time booking updates
  • MSC launches more services as new markets emerge in India
  • How to attract young talent into an 'invisible' industry is the challenge
  • Kontainers' Graham Parker returns - with another big idea
  • Marie Seco-Köppen to take over as CargoiQ chief Lothar Moehle retires

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Marine Log web site
MARCH 13, 2024
  • Candela P-12 foiling ferry to shuttle hydro power workers across New Zealand lake
    New Zealand's Meridian Energy is to replace the diesel ferry which shuttles workers across Lake Manapouri to its Manapouri hydro station with a Candela P-12 electric hydrofoil ferry. Lake Manapouri has been
  • Cargill: Six months trial of WindWings produces predicted fuel savings
    In its first six months in operation with wind assisted propulsion, the Cargill-chartered bulker Pyxis Ocean has achieved performance consistent with what was predicted, which is equivalent to an average of 3
  • USTR petition seeks to impose a port fee on Chinese-built ships docking in U.S. ports
    U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D.-Wis.) and Bob Casey (D.-Pa.) are throwing their weight behind a coalition of U.S. labor organizations led by the United Steelworkers union (USW) that has filed a Section

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Container News web site
MARCH 13, 2024
  • CMA CGM launches SEA REWARD loyalty programme
    CMA CGM Group unveiled SEA REWARD today (13 March), an innovative loyalty programme aiming to enhance its customer experiences. Through SEA REWARD, the French shipping company wants to foster stronger relationships with its clientele by offering them exclusive perks and a streamlined digital journey. Operating on a simple principle, SEA REWARD rewards customers based on their shipping frequency.
  • APM Terminals Pecém marks volume records for 2023/24 fruit harvest season
    In August 2023, APM Terminals Pecém, the primary operator of the Port of Pecém in the metropolitan area of Fortaleza, Brazil, achieved a milestone by surpassing the mark of 23,000 containers handled within a single month for the first time. This upward trajectory continued, with October and December 2023 witnessing 32,058 and 32,466 moves respectively, marking the first months, in which container
  • GlobalSim introduces Cloud crane training simulator
    GlobalSim, an employee-owned company that specializes in developing and manufacturing high-end simulators, introduced the Cloud, the latest entry-level simulator. This innovative product offers a subscription-based model, making simulator training more accessible and cost-effective. The Cloud features 10 diverse crane models, with additional options slated for future inclusion. Accessible online,
  • CMA CGM revises PSS from North Europe to Med, Adriatic, Black Sea and North Africa
    In response to recent developments in the region, CMA CGM has announced a revision of its Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) from North Europe to the Mediterranean, Adriatic, Black Sea and North Africa. The updated PSS will take effect from 1 April 2024 (loading date) until further notice. The surcharge applies to shipments originating from North Europe (excluding Portugal and Spain Atlantic), the Unite
  • Kalmar and Forterra cooperate for autonomous terminal tractor development
    Kalmar, a part of Cargotec, and Forterra (formerly known as RRAI) have entered a collaborative agreement to develop autonomous solutions for terminal tractors. Under this agreement, Kalmar will lead the development of an automation-ready terminal tractor, incorporating drive-by-wire technology and integrating it with the Kalmar One fleet management system for the streamlined operation of automate
  • World Shipping Council partners with NCB on liner shipping cargo safety
    Despite the existence of mandatory international and national regulations governing the transportation of hazardous materials, there persists a concerning trend of these goods being either inaccurately declared or not declared at all, leading to a significant rise in ship fires. Recognizing the need for enhanced safety measures, the World Shipping Council (WSC) is actively developing the Cargo Sa
  • Maersk reopens Port Sudan bookings
    Maersk announced that it has resumed its acceptance of new bookings to and from Port Sudan. Due to the situation surrounding the Red Sea, including the Bab al-Mandab Strait, Maersk has only been accepting bookings to/from Port Sudan - Europe, but the Danish shipping company has now reopened bookings acceptance to/from Port Sudan - Middle East, as well as the Asia-Pacific and Africa Regions. "All
  • Brazil and Netherlands partner for eco-friendly port development
    The Brazilian Waterborne Transportation Agency (ANTAQ) signed a cooperation agreement with the Netherlands on 5 March, with a major focus on fostering the development of eco-friendly ports within the country. Spanning three years, this initiative, operating under a public-private partnership, seeks to facilitate Dutch companies in their endeavours to export to and invest in Brazil, while also aid
  • MOL, Rio Tinto forge partnership for maritime decarbonisation
    On 24 January 2024, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) entered into a partnership agreement with Rio Tinto, a major mining and metals firm and the world's largest dry bulk shipper. This agreement aims to strengthen collaboration in safety and crew welfare initiatives and advance the decarbonization of maritime transportation. Furthermore, MOL and Rio Tinto have agreed to deepen their collaboration on ship
  • ZIM reports US$2.7 billion annual net loss amidst financial downturn
    Israeli ocean carrier ZIM announced its results for the previous year, following the trend observed across major container lines, according to which the companies' financial figures in 2023 are significantly lower than in 2022. In particular, ZIM's total revenues were US$5.16 billion for the full year of 2023, compared to US$12.56 billion in the previous year, driven primarily by the decrease in
  • cargo-partner introduces intermodal rail links between Europe and Asia
    Global transport and logistics provider cargo-partner has introduced innovative intermodal rail transport solutions, connecting Europe with China and several other Asian countries. Presenting a swift, cost-effective, and eco-friendly alternative to traditional air and sea freight, cargo-partner leverages its extensive expertise in Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL) rail
  • Fuel concerns see operators favouring direct boxship orders over long-term charters
    The dilemma over alternative fuels and financing means that liner operators are more inclined to order newbuildings themselves, rather than turning to tonnage providers. As a result, these non-operating owners' fleets remain lower than pre-Covid-19 days. Tonnage providers have seen net fleet additions for the first time in nearly four years, as newbuilding deliveries finally outpace ship sales, a
  • KEZAD and Al Masaood Automobiles sign warehousing space deal
    KEZAD Group, one of the largest operators of integrated and purpose-built economic zones, and Al Masaood Automobiles have recently entered a lease agreement for 12,000 square meters of warehousing space within Phase 5 of the KEZAD Logistics Park. This space will serve as the primary hub for Al Masaood Automobiles' spare parts logistics operations. "We are pleased to welcome a prestigious name lik
  • Maersk circles DB Schenker as it ponders acquisition
    Maersk has appointed financial advisors to help the carrier evaluate its freight forwarder target DB Schenker which was put up for sale last year. Danish business daily Borsen reported that Maersk CEO Vincent Clerc has appointed investment bankers to assess and advise the Danish carrier in its quest to buy a major forwarder. Responding to questions, Clerc told Borsen: "When you are investigating
  • ONE opens new office in Myamar
    Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced the grand opening of the company's new office space in Myanmar. The new ONE Myanmar office at Sakura Towers, Bogyoke Aung San Road is located in the city centre of Yangon, which is the largest city in Myanmar. "We have moved to a bigger office premise closer to the city to enable better accessibility for the customers and a more conducive environment for
  • DP World rolls out global freight forwarding network
    DP World has inaugurated the latest in a string of more than 100 freight forwarding offices worldwide, which already employ 1,000 staff, adding to the company's 108,000 team. This number is expected to grow significantly over the next 12 months, helping move more than 10% of global trade every year, according to the statement. DP World said in an announcement that the traditional asset-light frei
  • Cosco Shipping enhances safety measures through Iridium GMDSS implementation
    Iridium Communications, a major provider of worldwide voice and data satellite communication services, has announced that Cosco Shipping (CSSC), boasting the world's largest fleet of commercial vessels comprising 1,417 ships, has initiated the installation of Iridium® Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) terminals. The recent integration of the Lars Thrane LT-3100S terminal on the v

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Splash web site
MARCH 13, 2024
  • Greek owners sign up for more suezmaxes
    Greek appetite for newbuild tanker tonnage remains high, with more orders coming from the suezmax segment. George Economou's Cardiff Marine and Spiros Polemis-controlled Polembros Shipping have both been reported to have contracted two and one 157,000 dwt units in China, respectively. According to brokers in Greece, Cardiff Marine has commissioned Jiangsu New Hantong for scrubber-fitted ...
  • Island Offshore ships out subsea vessel
    Norway's Island Offshore has sold its subsea construction vessel Ocean Intervention III after a 17-year charter. The 2005 Kleven-built SCV under contract with Oceaneering since 2007 of which some 12 years in Angola, has gone to an undisclosed buyer. The vessel has already changed hands and will operate outside the African offshore sector, the company ...
  • Tidewater PSV secures Neptune Energy contract
    OSV owner Tidewater has clinched a charter deal with Neptune Energy for its platform supply vessel Troms Lyra. The 2013-built unit has been fixed for about four months at £19,500 (approx. $25,000) per day. The contract, set to start April 15, will see the Vard-built ship that Tidewater took over with the acquisition of Troms ...
  • ADNOC, BP pause $2bn NewMed acquisition talks due to Palestine conflict
    Discussions regarding an offer made by British energy supermajor BP and UAE's ADNOC to buy a 50% stake in Israel-based gas producer NewMed Energy were suspended due to the escalating Israel-Palestine conflict. Since the conflict began shipping has been affected by attacks from Houthi rebels on vessels in the Red Sea in support of Palestine. ...
  • Filipino seafarers at the brunt of the Red Sea shipping crisis demand change
    The Filipino seafaring community is very much in the headlines with survivors of last week's deadly bulk carrier attack in the Gulf of Aden touching down in Manila yesterday and the government vowing to work harder to ensure the crew on a car carrier abducted nearly four months ago by the Houthis are freed. The ...
  • Ray Car Carriers forks out $520m on four VLCC newbuilds
    Ray Car Carriers has joined the rush for supertanker tonnage by signing up to build four VLCCs in South Korea. Shipbuilding sources have linked the Israeli owner, best known as a vehicle carrier tonnage provider, to a $520m deal at HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering. The 320,000 dwt ships, costing about $130m each, will ...
  • Archer bags platform drilling deal in Brazil from Trident Energy
    Norwegian offshore service provider Archer has won a platform drilling contract with the Brazilian arm of oil and gas player Trident Energy. The contract has an initial estimated value of $20m over two years. The contract includes an additional one-year option and further options at mutual agreement. Archer will provide comprehensive platform drilling services, including ...
  • Another new Turkish liner heads to Russia
    A new Turkish liner has unveiled a service connecting with Russia. Istanbul-based ULD Shipping has debuted a new Black Sea feeder that connects Turkey with Novorossiysk, using two chartered-in 634 teu sisterships, according to Alphaliner. While most of the main global carriers have stopped servicing Russia since the start of the war in Ukraine two ...
  • Nantong Xiangyu wins order for eight methanol-ready ultramaxes
    Nantong Xiangyu Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering has signed a construction deal for eight 64,000 dwt methanol-ready bulk carriers with Xiamen Jinxian and COSCO Shipping Bulk. According to the Chinese shipbuilder, the vessels will have a larger load capacity and lower fuel consumption when compared with similar ships at home and abroad as well as being ...
  • Cape diversions see box shipping EU ETS outlays leap by 191%
    Persistent missile attacks by Houthi rebels on ships plying the Red Sea route have led to soaring emissions liabilities for shipping companies under the recently introduced emissions trading scheme for shipping created by the European Union (EU ETS) as lengthy voyage diversions for Europe-bound vessels have multiplied fuel consumption, according to Hamburg-based maritime technology firm ...
  • Shearwater awarded 4D surveys by Equinor
    Shearwater GeoServices has won contracts to carry out two 4D monitoring projects for Equinor. The work scope covers the Mariner field in the UK North Sea and the Heidrun field in the Norwegian Sea. The surveys should run for two months and will be carried out by the vessel SW Amundsen and an undershoot vessel. ...
  • Maersk studies possible DB Schenker acquisition
    After DHL withdrew last week from the battle for one of the largest acquisitions in the global logistics industry, Maersk has hired advisers for a possible giant takeover. According to Danish financial daily Børsen, the world's second-largest containerline is studying buying DB Schenker, which has been put up for sale by parent Deutsche Bahn. Maersk ...
  • Norway's bad IMO diet plan for shipping: a solution that causes more harm than good
    Faig Abbasov from the NGO Transport & Environment argues that a proposal under discussion at the International Maritime Organization would seriously undermine efforts to decarbonise global shipping and to make its transition equitable. Imagine that you need to lose weight for medical reasons. Your dietician writes you a strict dietary plan to reduce daily calorie intake ...

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Lloyd's List web site
MARCH 13, 2024
  • Houthi attacks will continue thanks to their robust weapons supply chain
    Naval operations protecting shipping from Houthi attacks, which are set to increase during Ramadan, are not focused on stemming the...
  • Somalia piracy resurgence makes kidnap & ransom cover necessary
    'You might as well have it, because stuff happens,' lawyer warns
  • Zim on the hunt for new partners as 2M draws to an end
    The Red Sea crisis has demonstrated the volatility of container shipping. How long it last will have an impact on...
  • Vehicle carrier hot streak to be maintained throughout 2024
    The year 2025 will be transformational based on an 11.5% net supply growth,' says Veson Nautical vehicle carrier analyst
  • Stanzel: 2040 IMO targets unattainable without zero-carbon fuels
    Intertanko chief adamant that 'elusive' zero-carbon fuels are the crucial component for shipping to meet the IMO's 'indicative' emission targets...
  • ETS share of tanker freight costs set to grow
    Higher ETS prices and falling tanker freight rates could significantly increase the share of EU carbon tax in spot rates...
  • CMA CGM offers loyalty programme to spot cargo buyers
    Rewards programme will allow shippers to earn 'nautical miles' to pay towards invoices. Perks are only open to spot customers...
  • Cargill prototype proves that wind wings could be a win-win, eventually
    Capex is still too high for wind technology to be scalable with conventional fuel savings, but for more expensive zero-carbon...
  • Cosco unit partners with Xiamen Leasing on ultramax newbuilds
    Deal seems to be the Chinese lessor's first attempt to seriously scale up its shipping portfolio with the support of...
  • US steelworkers lead push to probe China's Shipbuilding amid security concerns
    The rise of Chinese shipbuilding over the past decades is part of the broader shift of global manufacturing from West...
  • Daily Briefing
    Bangladesh-flagged bulker hijacked off Somalia as resurgent piracy threat escalates | Scale the key for MSC in post-2M era |...
  • NorthStandard partners with navigational safety start-up Orca AI
    NorthStandard to incentivise members to use Orca AI's automated watchkeeper platform by subsiding part of their investment. The club envisions...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
MARCH 13, 2024
  • Zim forecasts a return to profitability this year after $2.7 billion 2023 loss
    The Israel-based carrier is expecting a significantly improved 2024 driven by a larger and more efficient fleet, new services and double-digit growth in volumes.
  • US manufacturing, consumer goods spurring growth in truck shipments
    The Cass Freight Index saw a 7.3% increase in shipment volumes in February from January amid warmer-than-normal weather and as the US manufacturing and services sectors expanded.
  • Lofty reliability goals for Gemini alliance hang on key service assumptions
    The ability of Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd to achieve unprecedented levels of on-time performance rests on core assumptions, among them their control of transshipment ports, consistently high levels of productivity at those ports and a reduction in the number of origin and destination ports.
  • Softer export demand, steady capacity send India-Europe ocean rates sharply lower
    Carrier rates for loads from West India to Europe and the Mediterranean have slid by double-digit percentages in the last week or so as trade flows settle into the new normal journey around southern Africa.

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TradeWinds web site
MARCH 13, 2024
  • MSC executive is confident that methane slip on ships will be tackled. The problem is upstream
    LNG does not have 'much of a future' as a fuel on ships if supply chain methane emissions are not solved
  • Free-spending German shipowners grow national fleet for first time in over a decade
    Ten years of decline is reversed as German shipowners return to secondhand and newbuilding markets
  • 'It's like the Wild West': Battle ignites for shipyard space and secondhand vessels
    Owners may have cash, but with newbuilding slots in short supply, secondhand vessels are fiercely fought over
  • HMM's $5bn sale off the menu for now, South Korean minister says
    Government has no plans to try again with privatisation of container ship and VLCC group
  • How a universal greenhouse gas price for shipping could future-proof global trade
    IMO delegates should seize the opportunity next week at the 81st session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee
  • Zim warns rates could fall to earth if Red Sea transits resume
    President Eli Glickman says earnings guidance is based on conservative assessment of the market
  • Why Viasat's Ben Palmer is ready to battle with Elon Musk-backed Starlink
    Inmarsat takeover completed and satellite launches planned, service provider Viasat says it is ready to face all comers in the maritime market
  • Tom Fulford-Smith insurance start-up seeks to marry best of Scandinavian model and London approach
    Famous broker's son wants to develop a diverse and innovative London-based insurance platform for shipowners
  • All eyes on outlook after Zim burns cash in loss-making 2023
    Israeli shipping company yet to reap the windfall from Red Sea crisis
  • Armed guards would have saved bulker from pirates, say security experts
    Ambrey Analytics said video footage did not reveal any other deterrents to attack in Indian Ocean
  • Red Sea crisis offers 'temporary relief' to container shipping giants
    Fitch: container rate hikes far exceeding costs of re-routing around Suez
  • Mercuria's former head of chartering Andy Fryatt dies aged 74
    Industry veteran chose shipping ahead of golf - and retired reluctantly aged 72
  • Pioneer Tanker splashes $260m on up to eight ships in newbuilding debut
    Singapore-registered company previously grew its fleet by acquiring tankers ordered or owned by Xihe Holdings
  • $5bn sale of HMM off the menu for now, South Korean minister say
    Government has no plans to try again with privatisation of container ship and VLCC group
  • Hunter has firepower to add VLCCs as charter gamble paying off
    Norwegian group's earnings expected to rise as fleet grows
  • Xiamen Financial Leasing orders eight ultramaxes against Cosco Shipping Bulk charter
    Chinese leasing newcomer jumps into newbuilding game with methanol-ready octet
  • Greek war ship joins anti-Houthi action, downing drones off Yemen
    Hellenic Navy starts taking active part in the western coalition forces protecting navigation in key waterway
  • Hijacked bulker officer: 'If pirates are not paid, they are ordered to kill us one by one'
    Crew members phoned families warning they would be killed if ransom not paid
  • Cargill sees big 'real world' wind power savings, business case tenuous
    Commodities trading giant claims success with six-month trial of WindWings, but admits economics do not yet quite add up
  • Ardmore CEO Tony Gurnee reaps reward of share price rises in $2m sale
    Tanker owner's chief executive sells slice of company acquired in 2021
  • Return of Somali piracy opens up a second front in the war on shipping
    Bulker hijacking sparks fears piracy is back in the Gulf of Aden and Indian Ocean
  • Eyal Ofer's Zodiac Maritime fetches stellar price for veteran car carrier
    Shipowner has profited from a hot market to offload a 30-year-old vessel
  • US steel unions want probe into Chinese commercial shipbuilding
    Union claims more than 70,000 jobs have been lost by the disappearance of US commercial yards
  • Xiamen Financial Leasing orders eight ultramax bulkers against Cosco Shipping Bulk charter
    Chinese leasing newcomer jumps into newbuilding game with methanol-ready octet
  • Libra Group-subsidiary Seapath enters Jones Act leasing business
    Logothetis family outfit is targeting $100m of Jones Act-compliant transport this year
  • Time to sell OOIL shares following Red Sea rally, says analyst
    Investors advised to switch to Cosco Shipping Holdings, which has a stronger and more diversified business profile

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American Shipper web site
MARCH 13, 2024
  • Power struggle within FedEx pilots union upsets contract talks
    Bad blood between factions in the FedEx pilots' union is making it difficult to present a unified position in collective bargaining with the company. Some hard-liners are turning against leadership and pushing for a strike to get better terms.
  • Is China spying on American ports?
    ZPMC's cranes appear to be part of a global digital surveillance effort on the part of the Chinese.

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Royal Caribbean closes second quarter with record net profit
Miami
The April-June period was very positive
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Omaha/Atlanta
First coast-to-coast cargo rail network
Gurrieri resigns as Special Commissioner of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Trieste
The atypical reverse charge for the logistics sector will become applicable tomorrow
Milan
Ruggerone (Assologistica): one of the most strategic reforms we helped build is being implemented
Policy brief on cyber threats that pose risks to port infrastructure
Tallinn
It was developed by the NATO Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence
Interferry urges the EU Commission to harmonize its shipping decarbonization regulations with those of the IMO
Victoria
Failure to align - the association warned - will force shipping companies to pay twice for emissions.
In the second quarter of 2025, Chinese seaports handled 79.1 million containers (+6.1%)
Beijing
Total freight traffic was three billion tons (+3.3%), of which 1.3 billion tons were with foreign countries (+1.9%).
CK Hutchison announces plans to include a Chinese investor in the consortium to sell Hutchison Ports
Hong Kong
Without the participation of the COSCO shipping group, China would not authorize the sale
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Columbus
The container ship caught fire and sank near the port of Colombo
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
Piraeus
The AHTS "Giant" is leaving
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Milan/Luxembourg
The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
In the second quarter, the port of Valencia handled over 1.5 million containers (+4.0%)
In the first half of 2025, the amount of new orders to Chinese shipyards fell by -18.2%
Beijing
A decrease of -3.5% in new construction completed in the period was recorded
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Trieste grew by +3.7%
Trieste
Bulk cargo increased. Miscellaneous cargo fell by 13.2%.
CMA CGM and TotalEnergies form joint venture for LNG bunkering in the Port of Rotterdam.
Marseille
Agreement to supply 360,000 tons of liquefied natural gas per year to the French group's ships
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Spanish ports decreased by -4.7%
Madrid
All the main product categories are decreasing except for conventional goods
Brookfield Asset Management to sell 49% of British port group PD Ports to Spain's Pontegadea
Middlesbrough
The English company has over 1,400 employees
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
Rotterdam
The port authority is alarmed by the state of crisis in the national industry.
The electrification of the docks in the ports of Livorno, Piombino and Portoferraio is proceeding according to plan.
Third dock for cruise traffic in the port of Catania
Catania
Pier 25's restyling completed
Another quarter of decline in freight traffic at the port of Algeciras
Algeciras
In the period April-June, containers amounted to 1.24 million TEUs (+1.0%)
A new tax applied to cruise passengers disembarking in national ports came into force today in Greece.
Athens
Belgian rail freight company Lineas receives €61 million government loan
Brussels
The measure was approved last night by the restricted council of ministers
ERTMS installation completed on 1,400 kilometers of Italian railway network
Rome
The project is financed with 2.5 billion euros from PNRR funds.
Wärtsilä's quarterly financial and commercial results are positive.
Helsinki
The Marine Electrical Systems division will be sold to the Italian company VINCI Energies.
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
Barcelona
The mayor: For the first time in history, a limit is placed on the growth of cruises in the city.
MSC and Moby have presented their commitments to meet the AGCM's requirements.
Rome
Shipping Agencies Services will sell its 49% stake in Moby, waiving the consideration in favor of the majority shareholder. Moby commits to completely repaying its debt to SAS.
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Washington
Folgiero: Commitment to deliver next-generation capabilities in full alignment with U.S. strategic priorities
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the appointment of four presidents of Italian Port System Authorities.
Rome
The names proposed for the Port System Authorities of the Southern Adriatic, Central-Northern Tyrrhenian, Western Liguria, and Eastern Liguria have been approved. Voting on the Northern Tyrrhenian Authority has been postponed.
Information exchange between state administrations for the digitalization of the maritime sector begins
Rome
The first operational meeting at the Coast Guard General Command in Rome
The Clean Maritime Fuels Platform suggests measures to support the production and distribution of clean marine fuels
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new monthly and quarterly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the period April-June, 29.4 million TEUs were handled (+4.5%)
Sharp increase in cases of seafarers abandoning their ships
London
2,286 crew members from 222 ships involved as of early 2025
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Geneva
North America saw the strongest quarterly growth in imports
In the port of Antwerp-Bruges containers and rolling stock are increasing and other types of goods are decreasing
Antwerp
Traffic congestion continues at the airport, with the situation on the landside becoming critical
A study denounces the delay of European ports in equipping themselves with cold ironing facilities.
Brussels/Pozzallo
The tender to electrify the docks of the port of Pozzallo has begun.
T&E proposes to include more non-EU transhipment ports to avoid carbon leakage
Brussels
The association calls on the EU Commission to reduce the current threshold of 65% of transhipment traffic
Federlogistica urges the immediate establishment of a control room on tariffs
Genoa
The aim is also to eliminate extra costs caused by bureaucracy.
Containerized cargo handled through the port of Singapore fell by 2.9% in the second quarter.
Singapore
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Cairo
The negative trend continued in June and early July
Terminal operators are not at all satisfied with a policy that seems to have no interest in ports
Rome
Cognolato: It is essential to close the ongoing trials on several fronts.
The largest ship ever to dock at Cagliari's Porto Canale at the MITO terminal.
Milan
The container ship "MSC Venice" with a capacity of 16,652 TEU arrived yesterday
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
North Bergen/Metzingen
South Korean HD Hyundai, together with German NEURA Robotics, will develop and test welding robots in shipyards
The toll of the horrific attack on the bulk carrier Eternity C in the Red Sea is still uncertain.
Mandaluyong/London/Brussels
Joint statement by ICS, BIMCO, European Shipowners, Intercargo and Intertanko
In the first half of 2025, bulk cargo increased and general cargo decreased in the port of Marseille-Fos
Marseille
Cruise passengers increase by +5%
The Senate has approved the framework law on interports
Rome
UIR, gives the Italian interport system a modern, orderly and coherent regulatory framework
Carlo De Ruvo was elected president of Confetra
Rome
Among the challenges, the uncontrolled expansion of large logistics groups and their concentration
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Kuala Lumpur
The number of acts of violence against crews is decreasing
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Oslo/Athens/Paris
One of the top three operators in the OT/IoT services market for the maritime and superyacht sectors will be created
Attacks on ships in the Red Sea still cause deaths among seafarers
Portsmouth
Liberian-flagged bulk carrier " Eternity C" targeted
Canadian shipbuilding company Davie acquires second shipyard in Finland
Helsinki/Pori
It will buy the Enersense Offshore shipyard
Amendment on Port Labor Supply Agencies Approved
Rome
Immediate transformation into Agencies authorised to provide temporary port work
Salvini appoints a manager of a private shipping company from Campania as president of the regional AdSP
Rome
This is Eliseo Cuccaro, CEO of Alilauro
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Berlin
This is proposed by an analysis by the International Council on Clean Transportation
IMO and EU condemn renewed attacks on ships in the Red Sea
London/Brussels
Dominguez: New violation of international law and freedom of navigation
In the first half of 2025, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +10.5%
Joy Taurus
2,186,211 TEUs were handled
A bulk carrier was attacked in the Red Sea
Portsmouth
The crew abandoned the ship which began to take on water
German government allocates 400 million euros to support energy transition in maritime-port sector
Over 78 million euros to the ports of Augusta and Taranto for offshore wind
Rome
Funds distributed over three years starting from 2025
The PNRR tender for interports has been reopened.
Rome
Resources available amounting to 2.2 million euros
Port of Livorno: Workers are the priority in the LTM crisis
Livorno
UPS's quarterly earnings performance declines
Atlanta
Net income in the April-June quarter was $1.28 billion (-8.9%)
Approval for the 2025 budget variation of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
500 thousand euros for the 49% share held by the Port Agency company
FHP Group acquires the remaining 10% stake in Lotras
Milan/Foggia
The integration between Lotras and CFI Intermodal will begin to create FHP Intermodal.
OITAF scientific document on good practices in the logistics and transport of fresh fruit and vegetables
Milan
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has joined the PLIKA
Livorno
Platform dedicated to training, innovation and knowledge sharing in the logistics and port sectors
Matteo Paroli's nomination as president of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been signed.
Rome
He has a degree in law and a specialization in administrative law.
Container throughput increases in Haropa Port, while bulk cargo decreases.
Le Havre
In the first half of this year, containers were 1.51 million TEUs (+4%)
Bureau Veritas reports a 9.8% quarterly increase in revenues in the Marine & Offshore segment
Courbevoie
Kalmar and Konecranes increase new orders in the April-June quarter
Helsinki
The turnover of the two Finnish companies is slightly increasing
Container traffic in the port of Barcelona fell by 12.2% in the second quarter.
Barcelona
Assiterminal threatens a new wave of appeals against regulations it believes are damaging to port operations
Genoa
2M Logistics signs an agreement with Salerno-based Gallozzi
Barendrecht
The Dutch company will represent GF Logistics, a subsidiary of the Italian group, in the Benelux region.
Swiss company Kuehne+Nagel's quarterly profits fell
Schindellegi
In the period April-June of this year, net turnover grew by +1.7%
Yang Ming orders three 8,000 TEU container ships from Nihon Shipyard and Imabari Shipbuilding
Keelung/Imabari
Contract valued at $351.3-394.5 million
Italia Nostra reiterates its strong concerns about the construction of the Fiumicino-Isola Sacra port.
Rome
European maritime cities, destinations for cruise tourism - the association highlights - denounce the phenomenon of over-tourism in the cruise sector
Egypt's first automotive terminal has come into operation at Port Said East.
East Port Said
It can accommodate two car carriers at the same time
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Tepsa has acquired a liquid bulk terminal in the port of Rotterdam.
Singapore/Rotterdam
It was sold by Global Energy Storage Holdings
The Spinelli Group has approved its 2024 sustainability report.
Genoa
Of the company's 616 direct employees, 49% are under the age of 50.
In the second quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by +1.6%
Ankara
Cargoes to and from Italy amounted to 12.7 million tons (+10.1%)
Extension of the Simplified Logistics Zone for Genoa Ports and Dry Ports to the Savona, Vado Ligure, and Bergeggi areas.
Genoa
Approval from the ZLS Steering Committee
Isotta Fraschini Motori has inaugurated a new production line for hydrogen fuel cell systems in Bari.
Trieste
They will be used for naval and land solutions
The Grande Shanghai , the Grimaldi Group's first ammonia-ready car carrier, has been christened.
Naples
It has a load capacity of 9,000 CEUs.
The Port of Genoa, FILT, and UILT have declared a five-day strike at the Bettolo Terminal.
Genoa
Fit Cisl Liguria expressed solidarity with the workers
The tender for the dredging of the commercial dock basin at the port of Ancona has been published.
Ancona
The removal of approximately 730 thousand cubic meters of sediment is planned
Tender for the restoration and enhancement of docks 32 and 33 in the Deep Sea Zone of the port of Savona
Genoa
An investment of over 6.7 million euros is expected
There are 1,100 workers in Palermo directly employed in the seaside tourism sector
Palermo
This year, cruise traffic is expected to grow by 9.4% in the port of the Sicilian capital.
Six-month growth of +9% in freight on the St. Petersburg-India/China maritime route
Fly
FESCO operates six vessels in the service
Port of Trieste: Special Commissioner Gurrieri under investigation for money laundering
Trieste
I am certain - he declared - that I can demonstrate that I acted legally, in full transparency.
Vard signs new contract for the construction of two CSOVs
Trieste
The vessels will be used to support operations in the offshore wind sector
UIR welcomes the publication of the tender for the digitalization of the logistics chain.
Rome
Di Caterina (ALIS): a concrete tool that enhances the needs of businesses and strengthens the logistics system
GNV celebrated its first ten years of activity on the Italy-Albania route
Durres
During the period, the company's ships carried over 1.25 million passengers
A shipment of over 1.2 tons of marijuana was seized at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Reggio Calabria/Catanzaro
Members of a criminal organization that imported drugs from South America through European ports and airports have been arrested.
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build seven 15,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Walden to sell healthcare logistics business to Yusen Logistics
Paris
Exclusive negotiations announced
Solinas (Sardinian Action Party) is not at all satisfied with the state of Sardinian ports
Cagliari
The immediate establishment of a special commission is urged
ANSI welcomes the introduction of the information dashboard for managing private procurement contracts in logistics.
Rome
D'Angelo: it will allow the country to take another step forward
Russo (Confcommercio): excluding road transport from the PNRR funding was shortsighted.
Rome
First bulletin from the Freight Insights Observatory produced by the National Center for Sustainable Mobility
ABB Group posts sharp growth in quarterly financial and business performance
Zurich
In the period April-June the value of new orders grew by +16.0%
Informal consultations have begun on the preliminary proposal for the new Ancona Port Master Plan.
Ancona
Eleven meetings scheduled for July
Program agreement for preparatory and functional interventions for the construction of the bridge over the Strait of Messina
Rome
It was signed today in Rome
Project to develop an ecological station for the treatment of wastewater from ships
Naples
Initiative of the Neapolitan Group of the Cenere and Iello Landing
Assiterminal urges against bringing sediment from the Bagnoli dredging project into the port of Naples.
Genoa
Cognolato and Ferrari: It is essential to safeguard the full functionality of the commercial port's activities.
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach fell 3.4% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
A decline of -16.4% was recorded in June
Paolo Pessina has been appointed vice president of Conftrasporto-Confcommercio.
Rome
He is president of the national federation of maritime agents and brokers
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by -8.2% in the second quarter
Hong Kong
A decrease of -13.7% was recorded in June
Cuneo-based logistics company Nord Ovest is seeing growing financial results.
Wedge
Construction work on a new depot in Mondovì will be completed in early 2026.
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles grows driven by fears of new tariffs
Los Angeles
June saw the highest volume ever recorded for this month
The Management Committee of the Sardinia Sea Port Authority has adopted the DPSS
Cagliari
Green light for the concession to MITO and the appeal against the rejection of Olbia's dredging project.
Three events in Genoa for three new Explora Journeys cruise ships.
Genoa
A technical launch, a coin laying and the cutting of the first sheet metal were carried out at the Fincantieri shipyard
Grimaldi sells 5% of Terminal Darsena Toscana to Livorno Port Company
Naples/Livorno
Option to purchase an additional 5% of the share capital
Concession agreement signed that assigns management of the port of Tartous to DP World
Damascus
It has a lifespan of 30 years
Matteo Gasparato appointed president of the Northern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He was appointed extraordinary commissioner of the same port authority
Meeting in Rome between the heads of ESPO and Assoporti
Rome
Among the topics addressed, the competitiveness of European ports in the current global context
Chinese airline OOCL reports quarterly decline in scheduled service revenues
Hong Kong
Cargo transported by the company's ships is increasing
Collaboration between the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority and the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority
Rome
Agreement with an initial duration of five years
Survey in Germany on the prospects of companies in the maritime, port and shipbuilding sectors
Hamburg
Shipowners are more concerned. Positive prospects for ports and shipyards.
Port of Augusta: Work begins on a third bridge connecting the island to the mainland.
Augusta
Work worth over 20 million euros
Vard signs contract with InkFish for new research vessel
Trieste
The deal is worth more than 200 million euros.
1.1 billion euros will be invested in the port of Hamburg to strengthen the container sector
Hamburg
Improving accessibility and port infrastructure in the Waltershofer Hafen area
Meyer Turku delivered the new Star of the Seas cruise ship to Royal Caribbean
Turku
It has a gross tonnage of 250,800 tons
ESPO calls for increased funding for ports under the next EU Multiannual Financial Framework
Brussels
The CEF programme funds have proven to be far from sufficient
Fincantieri delivers the new Oceania Allura cruise ship to Oceania Cruises.
Miami/Trieste
Two additional Sonata-class ships have been converted into orders.
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
Confindustria event on the sea economy in Rome on July 15th
Rome
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Why Malta is objecting to a new price cap on Russian oil
(timesofmalta.com)
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Uniport: Bringing debris from Bagnoli to the port of Naples would postpone long-awaited dredging.
Rome
Legora de Feo: It's necessary to find alternative solutions.
Taiwanese companies Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenues.
Keelung/Taipei
In the period April-June it fell by -18.7%, -26.5% and -8.6% respectively
The establishment of the Information Dashboard for the management of private procurement contracts in logistics has been approved.
In May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +1.4%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
EU approves joint purchase of port equipment by terminal operators
Brussels
Joint definition of minimum technical specifications of equipment is also permitted
Serbian energy group EPS will import coal through the Montenegrin port of Bar
Bar
Currently imports from Indonesia pass through the port of Constanta
Fincantieri Foundation and Luiss University launch a project to strengthen the safety of underwater infrastructure.
Trieste
Among the objectives, contribute to the definition of a specific regulatory framework
Freewheeling: The government's U-turn on anti-mafia controls in the road haulage sector is a welcome development.
Modena
Franchini: If the government has realized it made a mistake, that's good news.
Agostinelli (AdSP Tirreno Meridionale e Ionio): the amendment that allows for the early transformation of the Gioia Tauro Port Agency is extremely important.
Confindustria's event on the maritime economy will take place in Rome on July 15th.
Rome
The confederation's strategic document on the sector will be presented
Kerala seeks $1.1 billion from MSC in damages over MSC Elsa 3 sinking
Thiruvananthapuram
Temporary detention of the vessel "MSC Akuteta II" granted
Trasportounito requests the cancellation of the renewal procedure of the Central Committee of the Register of Hauliers
Rome
New seizure of a load of cocaine in the port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
16 bags containing 417 kilos of drugs were found in a container
MOL and Kinetics to build world's first floating data center
Tokyo
It will be installed on a vessel of 9,731 gross tonnage
Rijeka Gateway Terminal to become operational in early September
Copenhagen
The first ship at the second container terminal of the Croatian port is expected on September 12
Falteri (Federlogistica) urges us to focus on the development of "polycentric" logistics
Genoa
The Simplified Logistics Zone should be the cornerstone of the strategy
Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Co. acquired Mitsui E&S Shipbuilding Co.
Hiroshima/Tokyo
It was renamed Tsuneishi Solutions Tokyobay Co.
Pessina (Federagenti): Northern European logistics system is struggling. Let's take advantage of it!
Rome
Unexpected opportunity - he underlines - for the Mediterranean ports and Italian ones in particular
MSC Cruises Joins Carnival and Royal Caribbean in Capitalizing on Grand Bahama Shipyard
Miami
Negotiations underway since the end of 2024 have been successfully concluded
At The International Propeller Clubs the Dorso Award for the Mediterranean area
Naples
In recognition of the primary role played by logistics operators in Mediterranean traffic
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