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Exim India web site
DECEMBER 16, 2024
  • UMS achieves ISO 45001 certification
  • Shashi Kiran Shetty playing pivotal role in positioning IIM Mumbai among India's premier management institutions
  • Gujarat Junction 2024 & Exim Star Awards 2024 to see eminent participation representing the entire fraternity
  • Alliance schedule reliability (2017-2024)
  • Survey shows steady rise in eBL adoption, but more impetus needed
  • World merchandise trade on the up
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (13 December 2024)
  • India, Australia make significant strides towards finalising CECA
  • FDI inflow reaching $1 trillion reflects India's growing appeal as a global investment destination
  • SCI supporting commencement of scheduled services on National Waterways 1 & 2
  • Kandla Container Terminal sets operational record
  • National, inland waterways being revitalised: Sonowal
  • APSEZ targets significant annual cargo by 2030
  • Deendayal Port crosses 100 MMT throughput

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International Transport Journal web site
DECEMBER 16, 2024
  • 20 years, 21 million franks
  • Gifts from heaven
  • Bluebox expands tracking solutions
  • 5,700 trucks shifted to rail in Antwerp
  • GXO and Guess: partners until 2032
  • Handing over the baton at Deutsche Post
  • Icebreaker project to drive expansion in shipyard
  • An autonomous truck saves 6,000 litres of diesel
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Winning even more shipments
  • BMS connects Malta, Adriatic, and East Med ports
  • Hellmann welcomes COO airfreight
  • Combatting donkey skin trafficking
  • More opportunities for cold chain transports

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The Loadstar web site
DECEMBER 13, 2024
  • Trump backs ILA campaign against 'distress-causing' automation in ports
  • Increased scrutiny of ecommerce may threaten high-flying air cargo
  • The New Robinson - expert at playing the markets
  • Shippers struggle to find capacity amid growing shortage of reefers
  • Air China Cargo plans IPO to raise funds to increase freighter fleet
  • Spring launch for Brittany Ferries new rail freight 'motorway'
  • Winners and losers in a year of unpredictability - but there was 'magic'

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Marine Log web site
DECEMBER 13, 2024
  • Petrobras signs contracts for 12 new hybrid PSVs
    Edison Chouest Offshore's Brazilian affiliate Bram Offshore is one of two companies that will each build and operate six new hybrid PSVs (platform support vessel) under contracts awarded yesterday by Brazilian energy
  • Trump backs ILA position on automation
    President-elect Donald J. Trump has come out firmly in support of the ILA union position as its negotiations with port employers association USMX continue to bog down over what the employers call

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Container News web site
DECEMBER 13, 2024
  • Top Maritime Trade "Hotspots" for 2025
    Container News identifies the key maritime trade "hotspots" set to shape the shipping industry in 2025. These regions, where geopolitical risks intersect with economic dynamics, are poised to redefine global shipping routes. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container
  • InductEV joins Zero Emissions Port Alliance
    Wireless EV charging pioneer InductEV has joined the Zero Emissions Port Alliance (ZEPA), aiming to accelerate port decarbonization and make battery-electric container handling equipment (BE-CHE) more affordable and accessible. Moreover, ZEPA estimates that over 120,000 container handling units, which contribute 10-15 million tons of CO2e annually, need to be decarbonized. InductEV's high-power i
  • Pilbara Ports Authority records throughput increase in November
    In November 2024, the Pilbara Ports Authority reported a total monthly throughput of 67 million tonnes (Mt), reflecting a 9% increase compared to November 2023. The Port of Port Hedland handled 49.3 Mt, with 48.8 Mt of that being iron ore exports, marking an 8% increase over the same month last year. Imports through the Port of Port Hedland totalled 168,216 tonnes, translating to a decrease of 9%
  • WiseTech Global takes over Australian GTM solution provider
    WiseTech Global, developer of the CargoWise logistics platform, has announced an agreement to acquire BSM Global, an Australian-based provider of global trade management (GTM) solutions. Founded in 2003 by Robert Flemming, BSM operates across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and the United States. Its GTM solutions enable exporters and importers to manage contracts, financial arrangements, and
  • Weekly Highlights of Container Shipping Companies Stocks
    The container shipping sector experienced a dynamic week marked by fluctuations in stock prices, reflecting broader economic trends, trade dynamics, and geopolitical developments. Amid concerns about global trade demand and cost pressures, the sector showed mixed performances, with certain players defying the general downtrend. Below is an analysis of key players in the container shipping industr
  • Evergreen diversifies into real estate to manage volatility
    This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • How US agencies made a success of "complex" Dali salvage
    All salvage operations are complex and have their own particular challenges, but few recoveries can have had so many elements of potential danger as the operation to reopen the access channel to the port of Baltimore after the Dali had collided with a bridge support. The Francis Scott Key Bridge immediately collapsed on impact, killing six unfortunate workers on the road and blocking marine traff
  • Marport invests in new terminal equiment
    Türkiye-based Marport has reached another milestone by acquiring four state-of-the-art ship-to-shore gantry cranes, featuring advanced technology and an impressive 25+1 container horizontal reach, as part of the US$250 million Marport Modernization Project initiated in 2022. Contributing significantly to the Turkish economy, Marport has invested US$60 million in these cutting-edge cranes, which w
  • CMA CGM, AD Ports inaugurate new container terminal in Abu Dhabi
    New Abu Dhabi's container terminal, CMA Terminals Khalifa Port, has commenced operations after the official inauguration on 12 December. The new box terminal will be operated by a joint venture of CMA Terminals, a subsidiary of CMA CGM Group, and Abu Dhabi Ports (AD Ports). CMA Terminals owns a 70% stake in the joint venture, while AD Ports holds the remaining 30%. The inauguration was made by Sh
  • MSC continues container ship order rally with new major order
    The Swiss container shipping giant MSC continues its strong order streak, placing a new massive order for newbuild container ships. According to Alphaliner, MSC has placed an order for ten vessels, each with a capacity of 24,000 TEUs, at the Chinese shipyard Hengli Heavy Industry. The delivery of the newbuildings is expected to begin in 2028, with the value of the deal estimated at around US$2.35
  • 2M crowned most reliable container alliance over eight years
    Since April 2017, the container shipping industry has operated under a three-alliance structure comprising the Ocean Alliance, THE Alliance, and 2M Alliance. This structure, which will be reshaped in February 2025, has significantly influenced trends in schedule reliability over nearly eight years. To better contextualize these trends, Danish maritime data analysis firm Sea-Intelligence developed
  • Charting India's Maritime Future: Advancements Under Maritime Vision 2047
    This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • Delta Cargo partners with cargo.one
    Delta Cargo, a US-based air cargo carrier, has entered a long-term agreement with cargo.one, the premier digital air freight procurement platform. This partnership will provide freight forwarders worldwide with enhanced digital access to Delta Cargo's services, streamlining instant booking, quoting, and tracking capabilities. Delta Cargo's extensive network of over 250 destinations and commitment
  • Future of Lines of Credit In 2025: Emerging Trends to Watch Out
    Line of credit or LOCs help individuals and businesses meet their financial needs. LOCs offer businesses and entrepreneurs a flexible borrowing option enabling them to meet various business needs with ease. But like any other financial instrument, the line of credit is evolving with time. With advances in technology, customer expectations, and global financial trends, our line of credit has also
  • MSC adds Australian port call to Koala service
    Swiss/Italian ocean carrier MSC has announced a new direct call at Adelaide port on its Koala service, which connects China, Australia and Indonesia. Liberia-flagged MSC Sijing will be deployed on the first sailing of the following updated port rotation with an estimated time of departure from Shanghai on 18 December: Shanghai (China) - Hong Kong - Jakarta (Indonesia) - Fremantle (Australia) - Ad
  • TT Club commends UK efforts to bolster freight crime resources
    Earlier this month, the UK's House of Commons held a debate that underscored the significant impact of freight crime on public safety and the UK economy, particularly its future growth, a priority for the current Government. The discussion also highlighted the insufficient resources allocated to combatting freight crime effectively concluding that England's National Vehicle Crime Intelligence Ser
  • Panagiotidis-led Castor Maritime buys MPC Capital
    Thalvora Holdings GmbH, a subsidiary of Castor Maritime Inc. and led by Greek businessman Petros Panagiotidis, has acquired a 74.09% stake in MPC Capital, a global investment and asset manager for infrastructure projects and the mother company of the Norwegian vessel owner MPC Container Ships. The price was set at €7 (around US$7.3) per share. Constantin Baack, CEO of MPC Capital AG, commented: "
  • Trump Backs ILA in Port Automation Dispute
    The new president of the United States Donald Trump met with the leaders of the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA), a North American labor union representing longshore workers along the US East Coast, to discuss the thorny issue of port automation. While the previous ILA strike on the USEC ports lasted only three days, there are fears for new labour actions in mid-January, as the unio
  • Indian dockworker unions withdraw 'indefinite' strike threat
    Labour peace has been restored at India's major public ports after the government cleared a new wage agreement for implementation. A federation of six national labour groups, representing dockworkers, had threatened to launch an indefinite strike from 17 December, prompting officials at the Ministry of Shipping to intervene and address the workers' grievances. "We have received an order from the

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Splash web site
DECEMBER 13, 2024
  • Knutsen seals LNG FSU deal in Honduras
    Norway's Knutsen Group has agreed on a charter deal with Genesis Energias in Honduras for its 2004-built LNG carrier Bilbao Knutsen. The 138,000 cu m vessel will be used as an LNG floating storage unit (FSU) as part of an LNG-to-power project. The vessel, that marked Knutsen OAS Shipping's entry into the LNG market, will ...
  • NGM Energy finishes the year with ship sales
    This year has been slow for one of Greece's most active and successful S&P players, NGM Energy, run by the Moundreas family. December is proving different. Numerous brokers note that the outfit has offloaded the 2014-built supramax Porthos, a Jiangsu Hantong Heavy-built bulker, for $13m, with brokers noting that the buyer is Indonesian account Bahtera ...
  • DHT offloads oldest ship
    New York-listed supertanker specialist DHT is selling its oldest ship for $43.4m. The Svein Moxnes Harfjeld-led VLCC owner said it had struck a deal with an undisclosed buyer for the 2006-built DHT Scandinavia. Delivery of the Hyundai-built unit is expected in January 2025. DHT said the ship is debt-free and expects to use the sale ...
  • Petrobras splashes $2.8bn for 12 platform suppliers
    Brazilian state-owned giant Petrobras has signed contracts worth R$16.5bn ($2.75bn) for the construction and chartering of 12 platform supply vessels (PSVs). The contracts, which include a period of up to four years for mobilization and 12 years of operation, were signed with Bram Offshore and Starnav Serviços Marítimos. The vessels will be built by the ...
  • Disconnect between earnings and secondhand asset values in the spotlight
    Broker SSY has been studying the disconnect between earnings and secondhand asset values in the bulker market, something it believes will continue next year and beyond, thanks in no small part to shipyard capacity utilisation. Given continued strong newbuild demand across the shipping markets, SSY expects newbuilding prices to remain fairly insulated from the short-term ...
  • Trump comes out in support of dockworkers in automation battle on US east coast
    President-elect Donald Trump has backed dockworkers in their automation battle with employers on the US east and Gulf coasts, citing his America first mantra. Unionised workers and employers have not been able to agree terms for a new labour deal, with levels of automation being the hurdle, something that risks becoming a fully blown strike ...
  • Petrobras hires OneSubsea to boost recovery from two FPSOs
    SLB's OneSubsea has won a contract for two subsea raw seawater injection (RWI) systems to increase recovery from Petrobras' prolific Búzios field The systems will help to increase the production of FPSO vessels, which are currently bottlenecked in their water injection capacities. Once operational, the RWI systems will reduce GHG emissions per barrel of oil ...
  • Subsea 7 rakes in three new deals
    Offshore engineering and services player Subsea 7 has won three new deals for work in the US Gulf of Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Supermajor Shell contracted the company for the engineering, procurement, construction, and installation of a production flowline and related subsea infrastructure at Shell's Phase 3 Silvertip development in the Alaminos Canyon, in water ...
  • Castor Maritime buys MPC Capital
    Petros Panagiotidis-led Castor Maritime is buying a majority stake in MPC Münchmeyer Petersen Capital (MPC Capital), spending EUR182.8m ($192.6m) to take 74.09% of the shares in the Frankfurt-listed company. MPC Capital is an investment and asset manager specialising in infrastructure projects in the maritime and energy sectors. It is the founder and cornerstone shareholder of ...
  • Finland forces ships to discharge wastewater in port
    The Finnish parliament has passed legislation banning cargo ships from discharging wastewater in the country's coastal waters. The law will become effective next July. "This is a huge achievement. Major environmental victories are rare, but this decision is truly world-class. No other country has enacted such ambitious laws," Ville Wahlberg, CEO of the Baltic Sea ...
  • New-look hydrogen carrier unveiled in Norway
    Norwegian shipping technology company CryoVac has received an approval in principle (AiP) from classification society DNV for its vacuum insulation system for liquid hydrogen (LH2), a different format for transporting this nascent seaborne trade. "The AiP is an important milestone for CryoVac in bringing our vacuum insulation system to the market and start engaging with ...

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Lloyd's List web site
DECEMBER 13, 2024
  • Fears grow over future abandonment - not scrapping - of dark fleet tankers
    Dark fleet demand driven by sanctions has brought tanker scrapping to a near halt. There are rising concerns over what...
  • Trafigura profits down $4.5bn in 2024 amid 'serious misconduct' investigation in Mongolia
    The trading house said it has recorded a provision of $1.1bn after an external investigation confirmed 'significant exposure' for the...
  • Ten trends that will shape the shipping industry in 2025 and beyond
    Carbon regulation and Trump 2.0 are the obvious factors on which everyone is focused for 2025 - but don't discount...
  • FuelEU is going to hurt and companies need a strategy now
    Classification societies and shipping advisers have warned against complacency, with just days to go until the FuelEU Maritime regulation kicks...
  • Containers: Trump tariffs, strike potential and alliance shake-up feeds anxiety
    2025 opens with the prospect of industrial action at US east and Gulf coast ports, plus the Trump factor and...
  • DHT offloads oldest VLCC for $43.4m
    New York-listed DHT has sold its oldest very large crude carrier for $43.4m. While secondhand prices for VLCCs are mostly...
  • Shipping can help rebuild Syria
    Two cheers at best for developments in Damascus
  • Tankers: Market braces for further volatility, supply shocks in 2025
    Western regulators are to step up sanctions enforcement on Russia and Iran, having already designated more than 200 vessels in...
  • LPG: A second-half boost, but wildcards cloud forecast
    While fourth-quarter softness is expected to extend into 2025, VLGCs should benefit from more US Gulf cargoes in the second...
  • Trump-USMX spat sparks surprise rebound in container freight futures
    Container freight futures rebounded on strike jitters after Trump clashed with carriers over automation, though concerns remain on a Red...
  • MOL plots further cruise expansion as second ship enters service
    Expansion of MOL's cruise division is part of the Japanese shipping group's plans to add to its non-cargo carrying vessel...
  • LNG: Overcapacity points to further turbulence in 2025
    Fleet growth is still expected to outpace expansion in liquefaction capacity, while geopolitical risks cannot be overlooked
  • Geopolitical risk shipping's biggest worry, Lloyd's List poll reveals
    The majority of respondents still thought shipping would miss the IMO's 2030 greenhouse gas emissions target, although there was more...
  • MCA launches Maritime Labour Convention amendments consultation
    Responses invited in coming weeks
  • Dry bulk: Tighter supply to balance demand drop-offs
    On a positive note, restrained fleet growth combined with slower sailing speeds and greater recycling, prompted by weaker rates and...
  • The Daily View: It's all about the bucks, kid
    Your latest edition of Lloyd's List's Daily View - the essential briefing on the stories shaping shipping
  • Sanctions-busting tanker calls in Greek waters in Mediterranean migrant rescue
    Panama Maritime Authority praised the crew's skill in the rescue. Nestos was part of the fleet of UK-sanctioned Fractal Marine...
  • Dry bulk owners and Greek shipowners' body welcome RightShip revision
    UGS says longer roll-out of new, earlier inspection regime will give both sides the time to prepare better
  • Panama Canal sees November surge in VLGCs, big fall in Asia-US containerships
    More very large gas carriers and panamax bulkers are using the Panama Canal, a headwind for spot rates in those...
  • Daily Briefing
    If stocks keep sinking, should owners keep buying back their own shares? | ACL's Abbott confident of ILA deal as...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
DECEMBER 13, 2024
  • Worldwide Express rejects lawsuit claims of customer theft, hacking
    A lawsuit filed Thursday in US District Court alleges the fourth-largest US freight broker e Worldwide Express engaged in a campaign of retaliation with a former agent.
  • Transportation M&A activity seen ready to rebound as value of deals rises
    A 30% increase in the total value of transportation and logistics acquisitions over the last six months signals a stronger market for M&A emerging in 2025, PwC says in a market report.
  • ILA plays new Trump card in automation standoff with USMX
    The union's hardline stance against the further encroachment of automation at US ports received a big boost with the incoming administration saying maritime employers should look to labor to increase capacity and efficiency.
  • US offshore wind navigates uncertain future as new Trump term looms
    The wind energy sector provides a key source of project and breakbulk cargo, but US policy shifts could dampen future activity given that President-elect Donald Trump has been a vocal opponent of offshore wind.
  • Trump's backing of ILA puts pressure on carriers to cave to union's demands
    A statement posted by the president-elect on social media Thursday made it clear he stood with the International Longshoremen's Association and their opposition to automation at ports along the East and Gulf coasts.
  • Capacity shortage, aging fleet to clip air cargo wings in 2025: IATA
    While cargo volume is expected to grow 5.8% next year, the airline association is warning that aircraft supply chain issues will raise costs, possibly limiting that growth.

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TradeWinds web site
DECEMBER 13, 2024
  • Wavelength podcast: The Baltic Exchange's FuelEU calculator and the bet on biomethane
    Plus the ongoing battle against fugitive methane from cargo owner to shipowner
  • Baltic Dry Index nears 1,000-point level as earnings for big bulkers disappoint
    Overall indicator of the strength of bulker markets has weakened to levels not seen since mid-2023
  • Grieg Green managing director Pia Meling to leave after three-year stint
    Head of technical and health, safety, environmental and quality Elin Saltkjel to take over role
  • Former Cleaves research head Michael Christensen launches claim for unpaid wages
    Investment bank's boss, Per Olav Karlsen, says debt will be paid ahead of any court hearing
  • Incoming methane rules set to create two-tier LNG cargo market
    'Not very sexy or exciting' but hunting down supply chain leaks is morally the right thing to do
  • German feedership owners tempted into selling as asset values rise
    Dutch company snaps up purchase option on USC Barnkrug vessel
  • Trafigura profit hammered as trading giant sets aside $1.1bn provision for Mongolian 'misconduct'
    Trader and shipowner said the size of its fleet of tankers, gas carriers and bulkers remained stable during 2024
  • Trump tells cash-rich 'foreign' firms to back US port workers as automation battle looms
    Statement sends signal of support for longshoremen in labour talks
  • Shipping giants: Ofer brothers debut at $55.6bn on Bloomberg's elite family rich list
    News agency compiles wealth of families who have amassed fortunes over two or more generations
  • Newbuilding spree extends as owners order 12 PSVs in $2.7bn deal backed by Petrobras
    Bram Offshore and Starnav grab a slice of offshore newbuilding action with Brazilian deal
  • Klaveness Combination Carriers buys the dip to return $9m to investors
    Oslo-listed owner taking advantage of discount to net asset value by launching share buyback
  • George Economou brands Performance board vote a 'farce' as war of words with Palios family firm reignites
    Greek tycoon says he will no longer try for proxy backing for his director nominee at shareholder meeting next week
  • Morgan Stanley sells its stake in Hoegh Evi to Igneo Infrastructure Partners
    Transaction expected to close in first half 2025
  • 'Noticeable progression': Poseidon Principles hails step forward in climate scores and transparency
    Group of banks representing 80% of ship finance moves closer to IMO decarbonisation goals
  • Petros Panagiotidis' Toro provides $150m to sister company Castor as it buys MPC Capital
    Cypriot tanker and LPG carrier owner arranges new loan and buys more preferred stock
  • Frontline beefs up board with banker and Seatankers investment director
    SFL chief executive Ole Hjertaker steps down as a director at tanker giant after two years
  • UECC looking to expand bio-LNG supply chain after Titan deal for 2025
    Car carrier operator's energy and sustainability manager says customer demand is growing for lower-carbon shipping
  • Russia's Rosneft clinches $13bn-a-year crude supply deal with India's Reliance
    Agreement the biggest ever energy deal between Moscow and New Delhi, report says
  • Chinese shipowner Glorious Youth books its first newbuilding deal
    Spark Ocean Shipping venture picks Haitong Offshore yard for fleet expansion
  • DHT Holdings banks $43.4m windfall from sale of oldest tanker
    VLCC carried no debt as management eyes lower fleet age and CII benefits
  • South Korea to expand Busan port into world's third-largest with $10bn investment
    Plans to 'maintain reputation as a global transshipment hub and its competitiveness' to be completed by 2045
  • Eastern Pacific Shipping returns to Japan for newcastlemax bulker newbuildings
    Idan Ofer-led company has a total of seven conventional marine-powered 211,000-dwt bulk carriers being built in JMU
  • MOL Cruises eyes newbuildings as it sees strong growth potential for Japanese cruise sector
    MOL hopes a scaled-up cruise business will provide stable income

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American Shipper web site
DECEMBER 13, 2024
  • Apparel importers call for labor talks to resume, say port automation 'vital'
    The American Apparel & Footwear Association called on port employers and the International Longshoremen's Association to work out their differences over automation and avoid another strike in January.

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