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March 15, 2024

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Exim India web site
MARCH 15, 2024
  • Kerry Indev Logistics bags two National Awards for Excellence in Maritime & Logistics Services
  • India leading tech-fuelled business confidence in 2024
  • FIATA and Global Shippers Forum call for enhancing data quality and information exchange for EU ICS2 requirements
  • Global trade growth seen accelerating in 2024, says report
  • Edible oil imports dip
  • Atul Ubale to hold additional charge as SCI's Director (Finance)
  • DPA awards Concession for Tuna Tekra container terminal to DP World
  • Red Sea crisis seen boosting lines' short-term profitability
  • FFFAI celebrates International Women's Day by initiating on-job training for the underprivileged
  • CMA CGM Open Top & Flat Rack Additional from Indian Subcontinent & Middle East Gulf to Indian Ocean & East Africa
  • Amnesty Scheme for one time settlement of default in export obligation by Advance and EPCG Authorisation Holders
  • IndoSpace announces the launch of its first in-city warehousing facility in Chembur
  • Thermal coal imports soar
  • Diamond exports set to hit 5-year low in FY24
  • JNPA approves impactful CSR projects to address critical needs within the communities surrounding the port
  • GDP growth seen at 8 pc for FY24: Moody's

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International Transport Journal web site
MARCH 15, 2024
  • Flying to freedom
  • Polish carrier certified
  • Turkey, France and now Germany
  • Streamlining charter operations
  • Successes in Swiss customs clearance
  • Signalling technology for railfreight
  • New record in Philadelphia
  • From DHL to GXO
  • SkyCargo now live on Cargo One
  • RMI Registry's 20-year record
  • USA: freight corridors for zero-emission vehicles
  • B&H goes electric in London
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Ceiv Fresh certification for Dar es Salaam
  • A microgrid to supercharge trucks
  • PKM picks national sales manager
  • Wärtsilä enhances nautical training in UAE
  • Caught at the border smuggling birds

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The Loadstar web site
MARCH 14, 2024
  • Hapag-Lloyd in choppy water as volatile market sinks profits
  • Espionage, state subsidy, protectionism: which is the terminal disease?
  • Back to the 'old Hapag-Lloyd'? Here's how bad it looks
  • Only piecemeal additions to cargo capacity on China-US flights
  • Brazil's ports '50 years behind the times', claims new report
  • South Korea fears growing impact of Chinese e-commerce players
  • A 'tsunami of e-commerce growth' on course for air cargo
  • Sustainability, digitalisation and a record-breaking IATA event
  • UPS promotes Markus Kessler to country cluster manager
  • Sam Warren elected first chair of BIFA sustainability policy group

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Marine Log web site
MARCH 14, 2024
  • Gulf Island delivers new ferry to Texas DOT
    The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) recently unveiled its new hybrid-electric ferry Esperanza "Hope" Andrade in a dedication ceremony honoring its namesake, Texas transportation infrastructure pioneer Esperanza "Hope" Andrade. Built at Gulf
  • VIDEO: HaiSea Marine's floating tugboat base marks a milestone
    The fleet of ultra green tugboats built for Canada's HaiSea Marine will operate from a purpose-designed and built floating tugboat operations base. When we last reported on the project in August last
  • Marine Log's TTB 2024 sees another successful conference
    For the fourth year in a row, attendance at Marine Log's TTB 2024 (Tugs, Towboats & Barges) conference exceeded expectations, attracting a growing number of vessel owners and operators, C-level executives, and

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Container News web site
MARCH 14, 2024
  • Saudi ports see container decline despite import surge
    Saudi container ports have seen a container decline in February moving 561,484 TEUs, translating to a 10% drop from the same month last year. In the breakdown of container volumes, Saudi ports' export volumes fell by 6% to 181,944 TEUs, but import containers increased by 17% to 266,672 TEUs. Additionally, the Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) reported a significant 35% decrease in the transshipment
  • Port of Los Angeles, Caltrans begin US$130 million transportation project
    The Port of Los Angeles and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) are commencing a US$130 million transportation project to reconfigure a significant interchange where State Route 47 (SR 47) meets the Vincent Thomas Bridge and Front Street/Harbor Boulevard in San Pedro. This project aims to diminish travel durations, ease congestion, and enhance safety for both motorists and pede
  • Portchain Connect welcomes first Turkish box terminal to its network
    Evyapport will become the first Turkish container terminal to use Portchain Connect to increase the quality and speed of its berth alignment with customers through digital handshakes and secure data sharing. Portchain said it is excited to partner with Evyapport to simplify its communication channels and improve overall berth alignment. Portchain Connect is expected to enable EVYAPPORT to receive
  • Orca AI joins forces with NorthStandard for automated situational awareness solution
    NorthStandard and Orca AI have formed an exclusive partnership, with the global marine insurer encouraging its members to embrace Orca AI's automated situational awareness solution. Orca AI's platform enhances vessel navigation in challenging conditions and congested waters, empowering ship owners and operators to identify and address safety gaps and trends effectively. This collaboration integra
  • Port of Barcelona and Adif collaborate to strengthen Barcelona rail freight transport
    Train Port Barcelona, a joint venture between the Port of Barcelona and Adif with equal ownership, was officially established before a notary. This step marks an important moment in the collaboration between both organisations to enhance the development and management of the railway logistics hub in the Barcelona metropolitan area. The aim is to bolster rail freight transport along the Mediterran
  • ABB, Kuenz secure record crane order for Dutch container terminal
    Global engineering company ABB and Austria-based crane manufacturer Kuenz have secured the largest single order for Automatic Stacking Cranes (ASC) ever placed by a European terminal. This order is part of the ambitious "phase 2" expansion project at APM Terminals Maasvlakte II (APMT MVII) in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. The collaboration involves the delivery of 62 ASCs and one Intermodal Yard Cr
  • Round-Africa routing and vessel size dynamics: Impact on slot costs and network disruptions
    Greater sailing distances on the round-Africa routing would, all else equal, lead to higher fuel consumption and, hence, an increase in slot cost, according to the latest Sea-Intelligence report. The Danish shipping data analysis firm said that assuming the vessels are well-utilized, which should be the case, deploying larger, more fuel-efficient vessels, should bring these increased slot costs d
  • ONE revamps Japan - South Korea service network
    Singaporean container carrier Ocean Network Express (ONE) will revamp Japan Korea Express 1 & 2 services aiming to expand its direct shipping network between South Korea and Japan. The company will add a call at the port of Nagoya in Japan to its Japan Korea Express 1 (JK1) service, effective from 28 March. The updated port rotation of the JK1 service will be Busan (South Korea) - Shimizu (Japan)
  • Port of Virginia selects partner for Norfolk International Terminal North Wharf upgrade
    The Port of Virginia has chosen a Joint Venture of Skanska and McLean Contracting Company to undertake the revitalization of Norfolk International Terminal North Wharf. This contract, valued at US$85 million, signifies a significant advancement in improving the terminal's infrastructure. This project is part of a comprehensive US$650 million master plan aimed at optimizing the North International
  • Hijacked Bangladeshi ship reaches Somalia; Crew remains hostage
    A security ship followed the Bangladeshi hijacked ship Abduallah and fought with the pirates on Wednesday (13 March) night, according to a crew member onboard. He sent the updates to his relatives in Bangladesh through WhatsApp message, saying the security ship was probably from Navy of any nearest countries. The security personnel had warned the pirates to free the ship and the hostages. However
  • We Asked AI: The Largest Container Ship in 2050
    We asked an Artificial Intelligence (AI) system to provide us with a glimpse of the potential appearance of the largest container ship in 2050. The results are quite impressive, with some designs appearing more in line with current container vessels, while others showcase a more futuristic approach. Click into the gallery to appreciate the impressive images in a larger view. 1 of 8 If you liked t
  • APMT-operated terminal commissions new Container Freight Station in Nigeria
    APM Terminals-operated West Africa Container Terminal (WACT) has marked a significant milestone by opening its new Container Freight Station (CFS). APM Terminals said this investment brings Port of Onne's WACT closer to its strategic vision of becoming the "gateway to Eastern Nigeria and beyond", offering a comprehensive suite of logistics solutions. The new station is expected to act as a centra
  • DP World's profit drops despite consistent financial performance
    DP World, one of the largest container port and terminal operators globally, has announced its financial results for the previous year. According to the company's report, DP World achieved a revenue growth of 6.6%, which was supported by Drydocks World (+$400 million) and full year consolidation benefit of Imperial Logistics acquisition (+US$900 million) with like-for-like growth driven mainly by
  • ONE redesigns its Scan Baltic feeder service network
    Singaporean box line Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced service updates in the Scan Baltic Region in Northern Europe. The ONE dedicated IBESCO service has been redesigned to offer faster transit times and enhanced port coverage to/from Denmark and Sweden. The updated weekly service rotation will be as follows: Leixoes (Portugal) - Lisbon (Portugal) - London Gateway (UK) - Rotterdam (Nether
  • Rolf Habben Jansen remains at the helm of Hapag-Lloyd
    The Supervisory Board of Hapag-Lloyd has decided to renew the contract of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Rolf Habben Jansen, which runs until 31 March 2027, for five years, until 31 March 2029. In addition, the Supervisory Board has agreed to also extend the contract of Chief Information Officer and Chief Human Resources Officer (CIO/CHRO) Donya-Florence Amer for another five years, to 31 January
  • Long Beach experiences box volume rise at the beginning of 2024
    In February, the Port of Long Beach experienced a surge in cargo shipments, driven by several factors such as cooling inflation, growing consumer confidence and a concerted effort to regain market share. Dockworkers and terminal operators at the Californian port handled a total of 674,723 TEUs during the second month of the year, marking a significant increase of 24.1% compared to February 2023.
  • Hapag-Lloyd records third-highest group profit in history despite significant financial declines
    German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd has reported revenues of US$19.4 billion and profit of US$3.2 billion in 2023, translating to massive year-on-year drops from US$36.4 billion and US$18 billion, respectively. Additionally, the company's earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) fell from US$18.5 billion in 2022 to US$2.7 billion in 2023 and earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amorti
  • Marshall Islands sustains premier fleet quality
    The Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) Registry continues to excel in supporting its owners and operators, maintaining the world's highest quality fleet. At the conclusion of day one of CMA Shipping 2024, Rear Admiral Wayne Arguin announced to RMI Registry staff that the RMI has once again attained the prestigious United States Coast Guard's (USCG's) QUALSHIP 21 status, marking 20 consecutive

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Splash web site
MARCH 14, 2024
  • Wah Kwong JV firms up two more LNG carriers at Dalian Shipbuilding
    Hong Kong shipowner Wah Kwong Maritime Transport and its joint venture partners China Gas Holdings and Hong Kong's CSSC Shipping have officially confirmed their order for two additional LNG carriers in China. The jv has signed for a pair of 175,000 cu m units at state-run Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co (DSIC) after ordering its first ...
  • Subsea 7 wins contract for Woodside's deepwater field in Mexico
    Offshore engineering and services player Subsea 7 has struck a deal with Woodside Energy for work on the Trion field development in Mexican waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Under the contract, worth between $350m and $500m, the Oslo-listed company will provide subsea installation services on the deepwater development in the Perdido Fold Belt with ...
  • Bibby Marine awarded three-year charter extension by TotalEnergies
    UK shipowner Bibby Marine has landed a long-term contract extension with the Dutch unit of TotalEnergies for its walk-to-work (W2W) vessel Bibby WaveMaster 1. The new three-year charter starting in the first quarter of 2025 will see the 2017-built vessel deployed on the Dutch continental shelf in the Southern North Sea to accommodate and transport ...
  • Energy Drilling and SinoOcean set sights on international rig market
    Singapore's Energy Drilling (EDrill) has partnered up with Chinese manager of idle offshore assets, SinoOcean, to offer more drilling rigs to the international market. The two companies have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at capitalising on the strong market dynamics in the oil and gas sector by pooling resources and expertise to win ...
  • Pirates plan more attacks as abducted Bangladeshi bulk carrier moors off Somalia
    Emboldened by their vessel capture earlier this week, Somali pirates have set out again to sea to snare more ships passing by. UK maritime consultants Ambrey have received a report of four suspected pirate skiffs departing from the Hobyo, Nugal, and Mudug areas in Somalia, with 36 armed people onboard. The , a Bangladeshi bulk ...
  • Three companies bag $1.75bn in offshore drilling deals with Equinor
    Norwegian energy giant Equinor has extended contracts for drilling services on the Norwegian Continental Shelf with KCA Deutag, Odfjell Technology, and Archer. The initial contracts with the trio were signed in 2018 with three option periods of two years. The first two-year option was exercised in 2022. Equinor said that the options for drilling services ...
  • Habben Jansen's contract at Hapag-Lloyd extended through to 2029
    Having overseen its greatest earnings ever, Rolf Habben Jansen has had his contract extended as CEO of Hapag-Lloyd, Germany's number one containerline. Habben Jansen, a Dutch national, has been in charge of Hapag-Lloyd for the last 10 years and now has a contract in place through to the end of March 2029. "Rolf Habben Jansen ...
  • Siem Offshore firms up long-term PSV contracts in Brazil
    Siem Offshore has sealed new deals with TotalEnergies for two platform supply vessels operating in Brazil. The 2013-built Siem Atlas and 2014-built Siem Giant have been fixed from June this year for an undisclosed sum in direct continuation of their current employment with the French energy major. The 4,700 dwt Siem Giant will be on ...
  • Chinese liner readies transpacific entry
    A new Chinese entrant is ready to enter the transpacific container trades. Hong Kong-based Hede (Hong Kong) International Shipping, part of Tangshan Port Industrial Group, will deploy two 4,250 teu ships later this month on a new service linking Shanghai and Los Angeles. Previously the shipping line focused on domestic trades with a small sideline ...
  • US court rules in favour of CMB's takeover of Euronav
    The Saverys family-controlled Compagnie Maritime Belge (CMB) has cleared the first obstacle for the takeover of Euronav set by US investor FourWorld Capital Management. In late February, funds managed by FourWorld filed a complaint in a US District Court regarding CMB's offer to purchase all outstanding ordinary shares of Euronav from US holders. The complaint ...
  • SBM Offshore and Technip Energies form floating wind pure play
    Dutch floater expert SBM Offshore and French-based engineering company Technip Energies have created a floating offshore wind joint venture. The joint venture, named EkWiL, will be a floating wind pure play and will use the expertise of the two companies to create integrated floating solutions for the offshore wind market. The 50/50 JV will operate ...
  • Price tracker of comparable alternative and conventional bunker fuels debuts
    Bunker intelligence platform ENGINE has teamed up with price reporting agency and biofuels specialist PRIMA Markets on biofuel-blended bunker fuel benchmark prices. ENGINE is also introducing its Fuel Switch Snapshot, a price tracker of comparable alternative and conventional bunker fuels in the world's two biggest bunkering hubs. Biofuels have become considerably more mainstream as bunker ...
  • CMA CGM drives clients to its booking platform with rewards scheme
    For air miles, read nautical miles - French liner CMA CGM has just unveiled a loyalty program with customers. SEA REWARD aims to forge "deeper connections with customers while providing them with exclusive benefits and a seamless digital experience", the company stated in a release yesterday. Like an airline loyalty scheme, customers earn Nautical Miles ...
  • Jones Act leasing business launched by Libra subsidiary
    Seapath, part of Libra Group, has launched a Jones Act leasing business with $25m of initial transactions already concluded. Seapath's leasing portfolio includes an order of six Jones Act-compliant barges, which are currently under construction. It also has a platform supply vessel (PSV) under bareboat charter to ThayerMahan. Joshua Lubarsky, president of Seapath, said the ...

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Lloyd's List web site
MARCH 14, 2024
  • Panama Canal expected to be operating at full capacity by September
    Panama Canal Authority deputy administrator Ilya Espino de Marotta says rainy season should allow tonnage levels to return to normal...
  • Fears of a future US ETS for shipping raised at CMA
    Holding out for an IMO-led global carbon tax, even if several years in the making, would be better than grappling...
  • What to expect from MEPC81?
    A breakthrough at MEPC81 is seen as unlikely as several member states oppose a flat rate GHG tax on shipping...
  • Owners have legal duty to seek release of ransomed crews
    War risk, hull and machinery or kidnap and ransom cover will normally foot the bill, with cargo contributing through general average
  • Seafarer supply the biggest challenge for shipowners in future, says d'Amico chief
    Paulo d'Amico, chairman and chief executive of d'Amico International Shipping, says fewer people want to go to sea, but the...
  • Habben Jansen: Return to Red Sea will come quickly but only when it is safe
    Hapag-Lloyd stayed profitable in 2023 despite 'unsustainable rates'. But it is looking to alter its strategy to avoid the volatility...
  • US Coast Guard sees 'rapid' rise in sexual misconduct complaints
    The US Coast Guard has seen a surge in harassment and sexual misconduct complaints since the Safer Seas Act, passed...
  • US court clears path to CMB's Euronav takeover
    The US District Court for the Southern District of New York denied FourWorld Capital's motion for an injunction against CMB's...
  • Canals and climate change challenge cool chain
    The reefer market suffered a torrid time during the pandemic. Now it is struggling with stagnant growth and further supply...
  • DP World shrugs off Red Sea fallout despite Jeddah and Sokhna dips
    Port giant is not concerned about the volume losses in the Red Sea, as the overall business portfolio maintains its...
  • Marsh Netherlands to get new marine broking director
    Role involves hull and cargo insurance broking services and risk advisory expertise for Dutch maritime sector
  • Wah Kwong, China Gas and CSSC Shipping team up for more LNG carrier newbuilds
    Two large LNG carrier newbuildings will be added to the partnership led by the Hong Kong-headquartered owner
  • Daily Briefing
    Houthi attacks will continue thanks to their robust weapons supply chain | Somalia piracy resurgence makes kidnap & ransom cover...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
MARCH 14, 2024
  • Evergreen, Wai Hai join peers in reporting sharply lower 2023 financials
    But both carriers have seen a rebound in revenues for the first two months of 2024 amid the higher freight rates the market saw early this year.
  • CMA CGM amps up retention of spot shippers with loyalty program
    Small shippers that have historically been out of reach for CMA CGM are being targeted through a loyalty program connected to the carrier's online spot booking tool.
  • No cost hikes in Gemini's transshipment-based model: Habben Jansen
    Hapag-Lloyd's CEO insists the total cost of the network will be lower because Gemini will be able to better utilize controlled assets and deliver more efficient cargo connections in the hub and spoke model.
  • Zim's standalone position enhances partnership potential on trans-Pacific: CFO
    The carrier, after steadily increasing its coverage on trade lanes between Asia and North and South America while building its fleet and volumes, aims to leverage that market strength into new slot-sharing agreements.
  • Asia import projections rise on surprising US economic strengthening
    Brightening prospects of Asia import growth in the first half have pushed container lines to significantly increase Asia-US West Coast capacity, writes Journal of Commerce Executive Editor Mark Szakonyi.

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TradeWinds web site
MARCH 14, 2024
  • 'Sentiment' sours as investors punish Zim shares for second straight day
    Caution is the word as market worries about what's next if Red Sea attacks subside
  • Industry pays tribute to 'selfless' charity champion Tim Webb
    BRS broker dies after stepping down from key role at hospital ship charity
  • From pirate victim to pirate vessel? Navibulgar ship on the prowl in Indian Ocean
    Ambrey has information that Somali pirates may have converted a bulker to serve their own purposes
  • US in 'secret talks with Iran to end Red Sea attacks'
    Officials press Iran to use its influence with Houthi rebels to end attacks
  • 'Global trade is under attack' from a 'new generation' of hijackers, warns Norden's Jan Rindbo
    Danish boss believes Somali pirates may have been encouraged by the success of Houthi's Red Sea attacks
  • Insurance specialists blend best of Scandi and London models
    Famous broker's son plans to develop a diverse and innovative London-based insurance platform for shipowners
  • US presses Panama over tankers hauling Iranian crude
    US deputy special envoy Abram Paley says meeting in Panama part of efforts to enforce sanctions targeting Iran
  • Norden open to LR tanker expansion, chief executive Jan Rindbo says
    Moving up in size from MR vessels would be natural but nothing is imminent, Danish boss explains
  • Rolf Habben Jansen: 'Lives are more important than seven days extra transit time'
    Hapag-Lloyd boss laud's sectors approach to the Red Sea crisis but warns of challenges ahead
  • Svitzer team 'super-excited' about Copenhagen listing
    Split from parent Maersk is energising the group as it tackles decarbonisation
  • US LNG project permitting pause could cut newbuilding demand, Poten says
    But overall fallout for shipping unlikely to be 'as drastic' as first feared
  • d'Amico International boosts dividend further on record annual profit
    Italy's only listed shipping company announced its third payout since April
  • Braemar global tankers head David Collins makes shock exit from brokerage
    Familiar VLCC broker follows colleague Nick Edwards as shop loses top two names on crude desk
  • Moving on from Maersk: Svitzer boss Kasper Nilaus tells of going it alone as listing looms
    Danish executive wants to expand geographical reach, but there will be no revolution in its operations
  • 'More fun than counting my money': Tycoon Clive Palmer launches second Titanic II newbuilding bid
    Mining magnate and politician planning replica of world's most famous ocean liner
  • London's non-dom shipowners mull options as UK tax rules tighten
    Family trusts are now probably more important for the UK capital's maritime cluster
  • Greek owner Target Marine reshapes bulker fleet with repeat sales at profitable levels
    Comninos family's bulker arm is linked to three profitable ship disposals this year
  • Shell: Demand for LNG and liquefied biomethane as marine fuels set to grow
    Oil major sees 'challenges' with both methanol and ammonia
  • Red Sea crisis boosting global oil demand as ships seek safer, longer routes
    International Energy Agency boosts global oil demand forecast owing to increased demand for bunkers
  • 'No contact' from pirates over hijacked bulker despite $5m ransom rumours
    Families of seafarers reportedly reveal figure demanded by Somali hijackers
  • Newcomer doubles up on LNG newbuildings at Dalian Shipbuilding Industry
    Vessels will be fixed out to China Gas Holdings subsidiary for 20 years
  • Navigator Gas rides higher rates to bigger fourth-quarter profit
    LPG carrier owner says ethylene ships hit $1.4m per month
  • Critical Solstad Offshore investor departs after controversial refinancing deal
    US shareholder Pointillist Partners supported Kistefos lawsuit push
  • Hapag-Lloyd fears further profit drop in 2024 amid 'volatile' environment
    German liner will focus on 'quality and sustainability' as it prepares for alliance with AP Moller-Maersk
  • US judge kicks out US investor bid to derail CMB takeover of Euronav
    Saverys family's mandatory offer will now complete as scheduled on Friday
  • Tim Jones was happily retired and running a French truck stop. Then his phone rang
    Retirement for former BRS boss has gone from running a truck stop to now running Neu Shipping - and there's never a dull moment
  • NYK strengthens ties with Astomos Energy through joint ownership of new VLGC
    Japanese companies reunite on vessel owning for the first time in 21 years
  • US will take a 'hard look' at union petition on Chinese shipbuilding, Biden says
    Concerns, too, about risks to global supply chains from China's practices in other maritime sectors
  • Biden says US will take a 'hard look' a union petition on Chinese shipbuilding
    US also expresses concerns about risks to global supply chains from China's practices in other maritime sectors

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American Shipper web site
MARCH 14, 2024
  • Georgia invests $6M in Port of Brunswick improvement project
    Georgia is paying $6 million toward a $17.45 million Port of Brunswick harbor improvement project, which includes more warehousing and roll-on/roll-off storage.

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In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
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Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
India launches nearly $8 billion package to support its shipbuilding and maritime sectors
New Delhi
Shipyard production capacity expected to increase to 4.5 million gross tonnage per year
In the second quarter of this year, freight traffic in French ports fell by -0.4%.
Paris
Dry bulk and rolling bulk trades are declining. Container and liquid bulk trades are growing.
Antin Infrastructure Partners to acquire UK's leading marina operator
Paris/London/New York
It will take over ownership from British private equity firm LDC
Royal Caribbean agrees with Meyer Turku to build Icon ships for a decade
Miami
Order confirmed for a fifth Icon cruise ship and option placed on a seventh unit of the same series
Maersk announces it will not apply surcharges for new US tariffs on Chinese vessels
Copenhagen
The company assures that it will not make any changes to its services
Cochin Shipyard and KSOE enter into strategic collaboration in shipbuilding sector
New Delhi
The creation of approximately two thousand direct jobs is expected
DHL will resume freight shipments from Germany to the United States for corporate customers.
Bonn
They had been suspended due to the removal in the USA of the "de minimis" threshold for goods with a value of less than 800 dollars.
World Business Council for Sustainable Development Statement in Support of the IMO Net-Zero Framework
Ancona: Tax fraud in the shipbuilding sector
Ancona
Over €2.3 million in non-existent tax credits seized
CMA CGM buys British rail freight operator Freightliner
Birmingham
The transaction will be completed in early 2026
Containerized cargo at the port of Algeciras decreased by -9.4% last month
Algeciras
The 20-foot containers handled were 399 thousand (-0.7%)
Italferr participates in Europe's largest railway electrification contract
Rome
Activities within the Rail Baltica project
Freight traffic increased in the ports of Barcelona and Valencia in August
Barcelona/Valencia
In the first eight months of 2025, decreases of -1.6% and -0.3% respectively were recorded
In the June-August quarter, FedEx express courier revenues increased by +3.1%
Memphis
An average of 16.8 million express shipments were handled per day (+3.5%)
Breakthrough in the exploratory tunnel of the Brenner Base Tunnel
Milan/Rome
At 64 kilometers, it will be the longest underground railway connection in the world.
Tender launched for privatization of Croatian shipyard 3. MAJ Rijeka 1905
Zagreb
The starting bid is 6.66 million euros.
To decarbonize, shipping should join forces with other hard-to-abate sectors
London
This is highlighted by a report by Accelleron which believes that a critical mass of demand is necessary to overcome a stalemate phase.
COSCO Reassures Customers on Impact of New U.S. Tariffs on Chinese Vessels
Shanghai
We - the Chinese company assured - will maintain competitive freight rates and surcharges.
Shipping is still far from the target of 5-10% of fuel used coming from scalable, zero-emission sources by 2030
Copenhagen
The need to introduce incentives was underlined
Spain's Boluda acquires Transfesa's intermodal rail freight services.
Valencia
The agreement also includes industrial services, railway maintenance and shunting activities and intermodal terminals.
Til (MSC Group) to become a shareholder in Turkey's Petkim container port
Til (MSC Group) to become a shareholder in Turkey's Petkim container port
Baku
Agreement with the Azerbaijani oil group SOCAR
German and Austrian trailer manufacturers challenge EU regulation to reduce truck environmental impact
Berlin/Brussels
They denounce that its application leads to an increase in traffic volumes and therefore emissions.
The Venice Marghera station has been equipped with a track compliant with European TEN-T standards
Venice
A 740-meter freight track has been opened.
World Shipping Council introduces Cargo Safety Program to prevent ship fires
Washington
It is based on artificial intelligence and traditional goods inspections
Rheinmetall to enter naval shipbuilding sector by acquiring Naval Vessels Lürssen
Bremen
Lürssen Group to focus on megayacht production
The British government is investing half a billion pounds to reduce shipping emissions.
London
Private investments of 700 million expected
HMM signs new 10-year contract with Vale for iron ore transport
Seoul
It is worth around $310 million.
The Campania Port Authority reaches an agreement with UNIPORT and Assiterminal
Naples
The regional tax - highlights the port authority - risks undermining the competitiveness of ports
IAPH and WCO publish updated guidelines on cooperation between customs and port authorities
Tokyo/Brussels
Contributed by the World Shipping Council
ABB and Blykalla collaborate on nuclear marine propulsion
Stockholm
The agreement focuses on small modular fast reactors developed by the Swedish company
Saipem wins new offshore contract worth approximately $1.5 billion in Türkiye
Saipem wins new offshore contract worth approximately $1.5 billion in Türkiye
Milan
It is related to the third phase of the Sakarya gas field development project.
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia grew by +5.7%
Civitavecchia
Record for cruise passengers this period
Uniport and Assiterminal oppose the additional fees demanded of port operators by the Campania Region.
Rome
Amount between 10% and 25% of the annual state fee
The first train from Belgium under the FS Logistix-Lineas agreement has arrived in Segrate.
Milan
Five return connections per week to Antwerp are scheduled
Modernization works are underway at the passenger terminal at the port of Igoumenitsa.
Naples
Grimaldi takes delivery of the PCTC "Grand Auckland"
Damage to submarine cables in the Red Sea
Portsmouth
According to the International Cable Protection Committee, the cause could be ship traffic
Dutch company Damen to build 24 naval vessels for British company Serco
Gorinchem/Amsterdam
Green light for a €270 million bridging loan to the shipbuilding company.
DP World to build and operate container terminal at Montreal's new Contrecœur port
Dubai/Montreal
It will become operational in 2030
Expansion work has begun at the Vienna South intermodal terminal.
Vienna
Annual traffic capacity expected to increase by 44%
In July, ship traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +0.8%
Cairo
In the first seven months of 2025, a decrease of -10.2% was recorded
In July, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado decreased by -3.0%
Genoa
The decline was limited by increased oil traffic in the Vado harbor. Ferry traffic dropped 9.9%.
Trump nominates Laura DiBella as chair of the Federal Maritime Commission.
Washington
The nomination of Robert Harvey as commissioner of the federal agency has also been forwarded to the Senate.
Genoa's new dam: a modification has been approved to allow for completion of work by the end of 2027.
Genoa
Phase A and Phase B works will be carried out rather than sequentially
Assiterminal, simplify and standardize dredging procedures to restore the operational competitiveness of ports.
Taranto Recommends: The Regasification Plant Would Promote the Port's Revitalization
Taranto
Melucci: a lifeline for the entire port system and for our city's economic growth.
Cargo and cruise traffic in eastern Sicily ports is on the rise
Catania
In the container segment, an increase of +27.9% was recorded
FS Logistix and Lineas form joint venture to manage the Antwerp Mainhub Terminal
Antwerp
Rail services between Antwerp and Milan expected to increase
Attack on a product tanker in the Red Sea
Southampton
A missile fell near the ship which suffered no damage
Sea trials have been completed for the new GNV Virgo ro-pax vessel.
Genoa
It will be GNV's first liquefied natural gas ship
In the first half of the year, Singamas' container sales decreased by -10%.
Hong Kong
The average selling price dropped by -3.8%
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles remained stable in August.
Los Angeles
Volumes expected to decline in the remainder of 2025
Meeting between the port authorities of Jacksonville and Livorno
Livorno
Among the objectives, to start one or more direct services between the two ports
Italian State Railways and ENAC sign an agreement for the use of drones in infrastructure monitoring.
Rome
They will also be used to fly over sections of the railway and road network that would otherwise be difficult to monitor.
A.SPE.DO, the port of La Spezia is essential to ensuring employment, development, and a future for the local economy.
La Spezia
Landolfi: We cannot afford to underestimate its value.
The MIT meets with the heads of the Italian AdSPs
Rome
Meeting on the government's strategic vision for the sector and port reform
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean Co. to build seven 15,880 TEU container ships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Over 40 expressions of interest have been received for the development of the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk.
Kiev
Today the first meeting of the tender commission
The first commercial ship is expected at the public dock in Largo Trattaroli in Ravenna.
Ravenna
The car carrier "AICC Huanghu" is coming soon
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach decreased by 1.3% last month.
Long Beach
Empty containers are increasing. Full containers are decreasing.
Assiterminal's Terminal Road Show is starting
Genoa
Cognolato: We want to strengthen our ties with local communities and territories.
Assoporti, the Italian ports' cruise offerings presented at the Seatrade Europe fair.
Hamburg
Giampieri: We are leaders in the Mediterranean area and in Europe
Commander Claudio Tomei, USCLAC president from 2012 to 2024, has passed away.
Viareggio
His strong commitment to improving the working conditions of Italian seafarers
In the first quarter of 2025, cargo traffic in Greek ports grew by +1.4%
Piraeus
Passengers down by -1.1%
HD Hyundai Samho Orders Four New Container Ships
Seoul
Order worth approximately 468 million dollars
Trieste: Fraudulent bankruptcy in the shipbuilding sector
Trieste
Investigation into a company based in Palermo
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by 7.4% in August.
Hong Kong
In the first eight months of 2025 the decline was -3.8%
BigLift Shipping and CY Shipping order two additional heavy lift vessels
Amsterdam
Order placed at Chinese shipyard Jing Jiang Nanyang Shipbuilding Co.
Container traffic at the port of Singapore continued to decline in August
Singapore
Total volume of goods increased by +1.1%
The Charthage ferry was placed under administrative detention in the port of Genoa
Genoa
A Coast Guard inspection found numerous deficiencies
Disney Cruise Line's largest ship's debut delayed by three months
Lake Buena Vista
Construction delays force the maiden voyage to be postponed until March 10th.
Shell to supply liquefied biomethane to Hapag-Lloyd containerships
Hamburg
Agreement effective immediately
Andrea Zoratti has been appointed general manager of Hub Telematica
Genoa
The company is controlled by Assagenti and Spediporto
Jotun and Messina sign agreement to improve the environmental and commercial performance of ships.
Genoa
The "Jolly Rosa" vessel will use the Hull Skating Solutions solution
PSA Genova Pra' announces the hiring of 25 people dedicated to container handling.
Genoa
Ferrari: International markets have changed profoundly
CMA CGM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels and Chinese services
Marseille
The rates announced by the USTR in April will apply from October 14th.
South Korean HJ Shipbuilding wins orders for four 8,850 TEU containerships
Busan
Orders with a total value of approximately 461 million dollars
Conference: "Waiting and Delays in Road Transport: Logistics in Check"
Genoa
Organized by Trasportounito, it will be held on September 26th in Genoa
GNV has inaugurated a new office in Barcelona
Barcelona
The company currently has 52 employees throughout Spain.
Port of Trieste: EU funding for two new projects
Trieste
Resources with a total value of 1.7 million euros
Filt Cgil, the Flotilla incident is serious. Dockworkers are ready to mobilize.
Rome
Union announces action if aid is not allowed to reach Gaza
Stena Line to buy Latvian port operator Terrabalt
Gothenburg
It handles rolling stock, bulk cargo, and general cargo traffic in the port of Liepaja.
In the first eight months of 2025, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +10.6%
Gioia Tauro
2,912,943 TEUs were handled
Meyer Turku begins construction of Royal Caribbean's fourth "Icon"-class cruise ship
Miami/Turku
It will be delivered in 2027
More than one in ten maritime shipments has shortages
Washington
This is what a report by the World Shipping Council has revealed, highlighting the safety risks
Last July, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +3.8%
Ravenna
In the first seven months of 2025, growth was +5.4%
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Belgian ports fell by -3.2%.
Brussels
Landings down 1.3% and embarkations down 5.4%
Product tanker High Fidelity rescues 38 migrants on a drifting dinghy
Rome
Intervention in the south of the island of Crete
GES and RINA sign agreement to develop a prototype of a new hydrogen battery
Rovereto/Genoa
PSA's second phase of container terminal at Mumbai Port inaugurated
Singapore
Annual traffic capacity will increase to 4.8 million TEUs
The conference "EU ETS - Perspectives and Opportunities for Decarbonization in the Maritime Sector" will be held in Palermo.
Rome
It will be held on September 18th and 19th
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Korean Firms Reassess U.S. Investments After Mass Immigration Raid
(The Korea Bizwire)
Russia's infrastructure development plan aims to build 17 marine terminals by 2036
(Interfax)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Fincantieri and PGZ sign an agreement to support the modernization of the Polish Navy
Trieste
The third LSS section for Chantiers de l'Atlantique was launched in Castellammare di Stabia.
In the US, funding for wind energy development projects in ports is being cut.
Washington
Resources worth $679 million will be reallocated for port infrastructure upgrades
From January 1st, Kombiverkehr will operate the PKV intermodal terminal in the port of Duisburg.
Frankfurt am Main
It has a traffic capacity of approximately 200 thousand intermodal units per year.
Wallenius Marine and ABB form Overseas joint venture
Stockholm
The aim is to accelerate the launch of the platform of the same name for improving fleet performance.
The Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has asked the Region to agree on the appointment of Bagalà as president of the Sardinian Port Authority.
Rome
He is currently the extraordinary commissioner of the same body
DHL eCommerce has acquired a minority stake in Saudi Arabia's AJEX Logistics Services.
Bonn/Riyadh
The Middle Eastern company has two thousand employees
CMPort's port terminals handled record container traffic in the second quarter
Hong Kong
In the first six months of 2025 the total was 78.8 million TEUs (+4.3%)
Confitarma approves the decree on advanced training for tanker seafarers.
Rome
Applause to the General Command of the Port Authority Corps
Quarterly freight traffic in Moroccan ports increases
Tangier/Casablanca
In Tanger Med the growth was +17%
The board of directors of the Genoa-based Ente Bacini has been renewed.
Genoa
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