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International Transport Journal web site
APRIL 17, 2024
  • Here's how to adjust prices
  • Security concerns raise shipping's CO2 emissions
  • Freight train to and from Ukraine
  • Jettainer picks general manager Europe
  • A JV to reshape P2F conversions
  • Scottish rail terminal changes hands
  • Panattoni's Polish project
  • New terminal marks next chapter for Duisport
  • Two promotions in the Stef group
  • Boosting Kodiak production capacity
  • Smet purchases 100 HVO-powered trucks
  • Advanced dynamic positioning system launched
  • Evolving border processes in the UK
  • A first in Hong Kong
  • A VP for Central and South America
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Setting up services in South America
  • Improving data exchange in combined transport
  • ICTSI wins bid to modernise Iloilo port

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The Loadstar web site
APRIL 16, 2024
  • MSC Aries now bound for Iran, and crisis will be 'a catalyst for higher rates'
  • Has Somali piracy crisis returned? 'Yes and no', says maritime veteran
  • Talk of Schenker, Flexport et al - and a meagre lunch for forwarders
  • Looks like rain: Panama Canal Authority eyes return to normal service
  • White House calls on forwarders in its war on illegal fentanyl shipments
  • City of Baltimore eyes courtroom to recoup losses from bridge collapse
  • DB Schenker keen to renew order with resurrected electric truck builder Volta
  • CMA CGM Air Cargo finally launches transpac services
  • CPATPP may save UK exporters from Canada free trade deal failure

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Marine Log web site
APRIL 16, 2024
  • Kalypso Offshore Energy plans new Jones Act cable lay vessel
    New York City headquartered Kalypso Offshore Energy LLC reports that it has signed a letter of intent with Royal IHC covering the construction of a Jones Act compliant cable lay vessel that,
  • Fincantieri Marinette lays keel for first new Constellation-class frigate
    "USS Constellation and the Constellation-class frigates are a critical next step in the modernization of our surface ship inventory, increasing the number of players on the field available globally for our fleet
  • VIDEO: Bridges reopen following Ohio River barge breakaway
    Two bridges reopened Saturday morning following reports of several loose barges floating uncontrolled down the Ohio River near Pittsburgh. The McKees Rocks Bridge was reopened just after 6:15 a.m., while the train bridge
  • City of Baltimore lawyers up to pursue Key Bridge damages
    Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced yesterday that the City of Baltimore is taking legal steps to "proactively and aggressively address the catastrophic impact the Key Bridge collapse has had on the
  • Incat Crowther-designed research vessel delivered in Thailand
    Thailand's Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) has taken delivery of a new state-of-the-art research vessel designed by Incat Crowther. The Incat Crowther 25, built by Thai shipbuilder Seacrest Marine, will
  • AAPA and ABS release port decarbonization report
    Today, the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) released a significant industry report titled, "Port Decarbonization Survey: Trends and Lessons Learned." It was conducted in partnership with the American Bureau of Shipping
  • All American Marine to build research vessel for Cal Poly Humboldt
    Bellingham, Wash.-based All American Marine, together with the California Polytechnical Institute at Humboldt (Cal Poly), just announced the contract to build an innovative research vessel for the Cal Poly marine sciences program.

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Container News web site
APRIL 16, 2024
  • 7 Benefits of Real-Time Tracking in Shipping Logistics
    The complexities of shipping logistics are increasingly being simplified with the introduction of advanced technologies. This shouldn't be a surprise to anyone, after all, logistics has always leaned heavily on the latest technologies. However, when it comes to technological advancements we are living in unprecedented times and technologies like IoT, AI, and sophisticated software are rewriting o
  • The New Age of Proxy Warfare: Cyber Attacks and Defense Strategies
    In the ever-evolving landscape of warfare, the battleground has shifted dramatically in recent years. Gone are the days of conventional warfare being fought solely on physical fronts. Today, a new breed of conflict is emerging-one that transcends borders and operates in the invisible realm of cyberspace. Welcome to the era of proxy warfare, where nations and entities engage in clandestine operati
  • European ports join forces to preserve shipping industry
    In recent years, discussions among port authorities have often revolved around determining the largest port. However, today, when the CEOs of Port of Antwerp-Bruges, North Sea Port, Duisburger Hafen AG, and Port of Rotterdam convene, their focus has shifted. Rather than comparing cargo volumes, they now seek to collaborate in ensuring a sustainable future for the European shipping industry. As th
  • Hapag-Lloyd and Seaspan partner to retrofit five container ships
    Hapag-Lloyd and Seaspan Corporation have forged a partnership agreement to retrofit and convert five 10,100 TEU container ships. These vessels, originally powered by conventional MAN S90 engines, will transform dual-fuel engines capable of running on methanol. Post retrofitting, the vessels will remain under long-term charter from Seaspan to Hapag-Lloyd. "The methanol retrofit project is a furthe
  • The 10 Top College Majors for the Future
    When making decisions about the future, young people always face the moments when they have to choose a suitable educational institution for a lucrative career. Some may say that college is unimportant today and can be replaced by self-education or other private courses that would take less time and money to prepare for a chosen occupation. However, with a well-planned curriculum and properly org
  • CMA CGM AIR CARGO set to expand with Transpacific route launch in summer
    CMA CGM AIR CARGO is set to launch a transpacific route linking Asia to North America in the summer of 2024, signalling a significant advancement in its air freight services. To facilitate operations to new destinations, the company will take delivery of two Boeing B777-200F aircraft this year. The first aircraft, expected in June, will kickstart operations on the transpacific route during the su
  • CM Labs Simulations launches training solution for double-empty container handlers
    CM Labs Simulations, a provider of simulation-based training, has unveiled a cutting-edge simulation training solution tailored for double-empty container handlers. In collaboration with port operator trainers, CM Labs Simulations has introduced the Intellia Double Empty Container Handler Add-On Module. This innovative tool is designed to instruct operators on the efficient utilization of double-
  • Maersk commemorates 120 years of history
    Today marks the 120th anniversary of the Danish shipping company A.P. Moller - Maersk. The firm highlighted its remarkable evolution from humble origins in Svendborg, Denmark, to a global transportation giant. Maersk historian Henning Morgen showed off some of the Maersk highlight items, exploring the company's heritage and uncovering some of the milestones that have shaped Maersk, from entering
  • Hapag-Lloyd unveils its new Strategy 2030
    Hapag-Lloyd announced its Strategy 2030, which is a roadmap for the company's pursuit in quality leadership, sustainability, innovation, and operational efficiency. Hapag-Lloyd said that over the past five years, it has made progress in customer satisfaction, financial stability, and market expansion, particularly in key growth regions such as India and Africa. The German carrier said that Strate
  • Taiwan's Freeway blocked after Evergreen truck turns on side
    An Evergreen container truck carrying a 40-foot container flipped on its side while driving along Taiwan's National Freeway 2 this morning (16 April), blocking traffic on the road. The National Highway Police Bureau said at around 6.52 am local time, the truck rolled over at the Zhentou Interchange, which is 0.1 kilometres east of the freeway, blocking access in the direction of the interchange.
  • CMA CGM applies new rates from Asia to North Europe
    French carrier CMA CGM has announced updated Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates effective from 1 May until further notice. The origin range encompasses all Asian ports, including Japan, South East Asia and Bangladesh, extending to all North European ports, including the United Kingdom and the entire spectrum from Portugal to Finland and Estonia. 20'GP 40'GP/40'HC/40'REEFER Asia to North Europe US$2,20
  • Hapag-Lloyd removes Navegantes from ECX rotation, introduces new Brazil feeder service
    German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd has announced changes in the Europe East Coast Express (ECX) service. From mid-April until further notice, Hapag-Lloyd said the vessels deployed on the ECX service will be omitting the port of Navegantes in Brazil. Therefore, a weekly feeder service will be introduced between Navegantes and Rio de Janeiro in Brazil for both import and export cargo. Port rotation:
  • Addressing pest threats in global container transport
    Each year, 250 million containers are transported across the globe carrying essential goods such as food, clothing, and electronics. While vital for global trade, these containers can inadvertently transport pests, threatening ecosystems and industries worldwide. Recognizing the collective responsibility of all parties involved in the supply chain the "Prevention of Pest Contamination of Containe
  • Long Beach sees over 2 million TEUs in first quarter
    In March, trade flowing through the Port of Long Beach saw a boost thanks to rising consumer confidence, marking the seventh straight month of year-over-year cargo growth. During the initial quarter of 2024, the Californian port handled 2,002,820 TEUs, reflecting a 16.4% increase compared to the corresponding period in 2023. Furthermore, dockworkers and terminal operators handled 654,082 TEUs las

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Splash web site
APRIL 16, 2024
  • TFG Marine snaps up Spanish bunker supplier
    TFG Marine, Trafigura's marine fuel supply joint venture with John Fredriksen's Frontline and Golden Ocean Group, is set to take majority ownership of Spanish bunkering player Vilma Oil Med. The deal for an undisclosed sum is subject to regulatory approvals and is expected to further expand TGF Marine's bunker offer in the West Mediterranean. It ...
  • Marco Polo Marine fixes financing deal for CSOV newbuild
    Singapore offshore vessel player and shipyard Marco Polo Marine, along with its Taiwan-based subsidiary PKR Offshore, has entered into a financing agreement for its offshore wind commissioning service operation vessel (CSOV) newbuild. The financing deal for the purpose-built CSOV, to be named Wind Archer, was signed with Taiwan-based banking holding company Bank Sinopac. The bank ...
  • Seacon boosts tanker fleet with newbuild duo
    China's Seacon Shipping has returned to Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding for more tankers. The Hong Kong-listed company has added two 18,500 dwt chemical/product carriers to four already booked at the yard earlier this year in a deal worth a total of $129.2m. The fresh order came at $32.3m each with vessels delivering in December 2025 and ...
  • Atlantska Plovidba adds to ultramax orderbook in China
    Croatian bulker owner and operator Atlantska Plovidba has added another ultramax newbuild to its orderbook in China. The Dubrovnik-based outfit, majority owned by compatriot Tankerska Plovidba from Zadar, said in a Zagreb stock exchange filing it had lifted an option at Jiangsu Hantong Ship Heavy Industry for an additional vessel following a $65m deal for ...
  • Consortium looking to create green corridor between North America and Asia
    Companies from North America, Asia, and Europe have formed a new consortium which will work on creating a new corridor for the decarbonised transportation of several commodities, including agricultural products, metal concentrates, and steelmaking coal between North America and Asia. To that end, nine founding members - Canadian National Railway Company, Mitsubishi Canada, Mitsubishi Heavy ...
  • Singfar contracts for two aframaxes
    Singfar Group has expanded its newbuild series with a contract in China for a pair of aframax tankers. The Singapore-based owner has booked a 115,000 dwt duo at New Times Shipbuilding, according to brokers. The company, best known for its bunkering business but also active in the crude and product tanker markets, had already ordered ...
  • Lithuania cancels second offshore wind tender
    The second tender for a wind farm offshore Lithuania was cancelled due to a lack of interest from developers. Lithuania's National Energy Regulatory Council waited for applications until April 14 for a tender announced in January this year. At least two bidders had to participate for the tender to be considered successful, but only one ...
  • Panama Canal Authority increases daily slots and maximum draft
    Further evidence that the worst of the El Nino-led drought is over in Central America came yesterday with an advisory from the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) announcing an increase in booking slots and maximum allowable draft. The ACP will gradually allow up to 32 ships through per day, compared with a limit of 27 announced ...
  • TechnipFMC bags work on Exxon's sixth Guyana project
    Offshore contracting giant TechnipFMC has been awarded a contract in Guyana's Stabroek Block by US supermajor ExxonMobil to supply subsea production systems for the Whiptail project. TechnipFMC will provide project management, engineering, and manufacturing to deliver 48 subsea trees and associated tooling, as well as 12 manifolds and associated controls and tie-in equipment. Exact financial ...
  • Busy Union Maritime offloads a tanker
    S&P activity is picking up this month with brokers reporting a string of deals. Laurent Cadji-led outfit Union Maritime has sold the five-year-old, 50,000 dwt, Hyundai Mipo-built tanker, Avon, to an undisclosed account for $45.5m. Last week, the UK bulker and tanker player made the headlines for shaking hands with Hong Kong-listed Seacon Shipping, putting ...
  • Anglo-Eastern to take over Euronav's Greek shipmanagement arm
    Hong Kong-based shipmanager Anglo-Eastern has sealed a deal to buy Euronav's shipmanagement arm in Greece. The deal for Euronav Ship Management Hellas will also see the duo join forces, with Anglo-Eastern assuming shipmanagement responsibilities for the tankers currently under Euronav's management. The Bjorn Hojgaard-led Anglo-Eastern, with more than 650 ships under full technical management and
  • EU naval force warns paying ransoms could lead to more Somali hijackings
    The EU Atalanta naval force which handles piracy operations in the Indian Ocean has warned that the decision last week by a Bangladeshi company to pay ransom to free its ship and crew could lead to further attacks on merchant shipping. Ships sailing off the Somalian coasts were urged yesterday to maintain a heightened state ...
  • HMM lays out plans to double fleet size by 2030
    HMM, South Korea's flagship carrier, laid out mid-term expansion plans yesterday which will see its container fleet nearly double in size to 1.5m teu by 2030, while also looking to double the size of its bulk fleet by the start of the next decade. In recent months, plans to privatise HMM have fallen through and ...
  • Meriaura cites geopolitics in choosing Dutch yard for next newbuilds
    Finland's Meriaura has signed a contract for two general cargo ships with the Dutch shipyard Royal Bodewes for delivery in January and December 2026. The 105 m long, 1A ice classed 6,750 dwt vessels can use biofuel made from recycled raw material produced by Meriaura's subsidiary VG-Ecofuel. "This order is a continuum in our series ...

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Lloyd's List web site
APRIL 16, 2024
  • US consumer demand bolsters port of Long Beach volumes
    A resilient US economy and strong consumer demand are supporting US container import demand. Port of Long Beach's reported its...
  • Panama Canal to increase transit slots and raise draught limits
    Panama Canal Authority has laid out a timeline for future increases in bookable slots and draughts. The move comes amid...
  • Hapag-Lloyd confirms first dual-fuel methanol retrofits for existing fleet
    Conversion of five 10,100 teu boxships to dual-fuel methanol follows agreement first announced in July 2023 for the potential retrofit...
  • Shipping braces for fallout as Middle East tensions flare
    Geopolitical conflicts have so far helped bring in shipping revenue. But the potential for the situation to spiral out of...
  • Containership charter rates stay strong but overcapacity risk remains
    Red Sea crisis means demand for chartered boxships shows no sign of easing, but the sector faces uncertainty from the...
  • CMA CGM expands air freight network
    Announcement follows many diversification attempts by CMA CGM, including purchasing a majority stake in a French media company
  • Singapore proposes future skills hub for maritime talent training
    'Hub for Future Skills' proposed by Singapore Maritime Foundation aims to enhance workforce competency for professionals in different career stages
  • Cargo interests face long wait over Dali general average call
    General average shares the cost of a salvage between the shipowner and cargo owners. How much is eventually paid will...
  • Hapag-Lloyd lays out 'Strategy 2030' to stay at the top
    The new strategy is built on five pillars, including a target of a net zero fleet by 2045
  • EU issues piracy warning after Abdullah release
    Operation Atalanta has warned that any ransom payments could encourage further hijacking attempts and has identified at least one pirate...
  • Euronav sells its shipmanagement arm to Anglo-Eastern
    Anglo-Eastern will buy Euronav Ship Management Hellas and manage the Euronav ships under its control
  • Daily Briefing
    Shipping faces more fallout in wake of Iran's attack on Israel | US-sanctioned ship with unknown flag and insurance had...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
APRIL 16, 2024
  • Portland seeks state aid to maintain container business through 2024
    The port said it has gotten its two ocean carriers to pay higher terminal fees to help offset growing losses, but wants a third-party operator to come in to keep its container business viable.
  • US freight demand still soft but 'broadly consistent': Cass
    There are signs of growth in the latest Cass Freight Index, but US transportation markets lack a catalyst that would accelerate volumes.
  • Large loads to Europe stranded in Indian ports after MSC Aries seizure
    According to local port berthing updates, the Aries had an estimated time of arrival in Nhava Sheva of April 16, with some 2,400 containers planned for loading out of the port.
  • New risk factor flares in Middle East after seizure of MSC Aires by Iran
    The taking of the container ship and its crew by Iranian forces comes as Red Sea attacks on shipping by Tehran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have forced virtually all commercial vessels to divert around southern Africa.
  • Hapag-Lloyd to target BCO growth in move to 'rebalance business'
    The carrier has pledged to remain loyal to its core container shipping segment but at the same time is rapidly expanding its terminal business and increasing its share of inland transport capacity.
  • CMA CGM Air Cargo enters key trans-Pacific market amid e-commerce boom
    With Asia-Europe services already served by 12 weekly flights out of Paris, the addition of an Asia-US network will fill a crucial gap in the airline's global coverage.
  • Activist investor makes leadership, service pitch to NS shareholders
    Ancora Holdings is trying to unseat Norfolk Southern's current leadership in part because of mistakes it believes the railroad's executives have made in the intermodal business.

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TradeWinds web site
APRIL 16, 2024
  • Blacklisted ship manager Beks returns to Russia trades under fresh flags
    More than two-thirds of tanker fleet under new flag after UK hits Turkish operator with sanctions
  • 'Self-dealing and value destruction': Genco Shipping hits back at George Economou
    'Don't be mislead by Economou's attacks on our company,' bulker owner says
  • Janet Yellen threatens new sanctions against Iran oil exports 'in the coming days'
    EU also eyes sanctions on Iran after weekend's attack on Israel
  • Hapag-Lloyd sets sights on M&A and dual-fuel newbuildings in 'most ambitious strategy to date'
    German container giant reveals new plan aimed at retaining status among world's big five players
  • Hapag-Lloyd and Seaspan invest $120m in methanol retrofit of container ship quintet
    Ten-year-old vessels to be refitted for methanol propulsion as carrier sets green targets
  • EU naval force warns of new hijack threat after $5m ransom paid
    Somali pirate group reported receiving money in return for the release of bulker Abdullah
  • Singapore launches new training facility as it strives to retain top hub position
    Focus on being a talent hub sits alongside ambition for innovation and maritime resilience
  • DNB and ABN AMRO revealed as $200m backers of Star Bulk's Eagle takeover
    Law firm Norton Rose Fulbright advised European lenders on debt financing connected to big-ticket deal
  • Greece outlines $900m plus in green shipping pledges at John Kerry's oceans conference
    Shipping minister commits to drive green fuel uptake globally and clean-up domestic ferries with commitments at Our Oceans meeting
  • US under pressure to hit Iranian shadow fleet exports
    Limited Israeli response may come at the price of further measures to curb Tehran's oil revenue
  • Fredriksen and Trafigura venture takes over Spanish bunker operation Vilma Oil
    TFG Marine buys majority stake in company based at Ceuta in strait of Gibraltar
  • Blacklisted shipmanager Beks returns to Russia trades under fresh flags
    More than two-thirds of tanker fleet under new flag after UK hits Turkish operator with sanctions
  • Castor back in favour with Nasdaq after stock split
    Cypriot owner boosted share price as time ran out on New York exchange compliance
  • Tankers look to be unscathed as the return of Venezuelan sanctions looms
    Tepid production and export growth means rates will be unchanged, BRS Group says
  • Italian shipowner cashes in as Akbasoglu Holdings extends product tanker expansion drive
    Low-profile Istanbul player clocks up the sixth product tanker purchase in two years
  • US newcomer Kalypso orders first Jones Act cable-layer for wind market
    Start-up says Royal IHC will build 5,000-gt ship on US soil
  • Saudi state shipping giant Bahri in pole position as up to 10 buyers circle modern VLCC quartet
    Brokers say state owner has submitted best en-bloc offer for ships built in 2019 and 2020
  • Carnival kicks off $4.1bn refinancing in bid to slash interest rate costs
    World's largest cruise liner begins offering €500m bond
  • Seacon Shipping takes tanker newbuilding push past $400m with fresh deal
    Hong Kong-listed owner contracts clean carriers at Fujian Southeast
  • Oldendorff, NYK and Canadian mining giant team up to decarbonise drybulk supply chains
    Group aims for international collaboration and setting ambitious milestones to create a net-zero future from producer to shipper to customer
  • Offshore revival pulling in fresh capital from shipowners and private equity
    Offshore vessel owners also face the issues of securing financing and what fuel types to use
  • Carnival reveals replacement for departing chief maritime officer William Burke
    Changes will be effective in February 2025
  • Seacon flips product tanker to Union Maritime after buying out financial lease
    Brokers say Hong Kong-listed owner used purchase option to regain control of the Golden Lavender
  • Atlantska Plovidba adds to ultramax bulker order at Chinese shipyard
    Croatian owner continues with fleet renewal by declaring newbuilding option
  • Huge VLCC newbuilding splash tipped to pay off as prospects surge, pool giant says
    Tankers International said declining fleet size provides boost to largest crude carriers
  • James Fisher pushes up tanker earnings as Phillips 66 agrees 'biggest' renewal
    UK owner also says LNG ship-to-ship transfers saw strong demand
  • Container shipping rates spike as tensions flare and uncertainty engulfs Middle East
    Spot rates from Asia to the Middle East Gulf were on the up even before Iran's seizure of a boxship
  • Container ships 'starting to look interesting again' after price plunge, Tufton says
    UK investment fund also looking to build bulker charter exposure
  • China amasses giant stockpile of Russian oil at new storage base
    Importer storing ESPO blend for the first time, traders say
  • HMM reveals huge expansion plan with 240 vessel fleet in its sights
    The South Korean company revises carbon neutrality target, bring forward it by five years
  • Two shortlisted bidders battle it out for Singapore LNG FSRU job
    Decision expected in April on preferred provider
  • John Su eyes 20-vessel LPG fleet at Erasmus Shipinvest as he seeks to replicate dry bulk success
    Chairman and CEO tells how the Athens-based outfit has been growing its gas fleet
  • Hapag Lloyd adds its weight to Singapore to Rotterdam digital and green corridor
    New partners will be forming working groups on new fuels
  • Euronav sells Greek ship management arm to Anglo-Eastern
    Hong Kong ship manager will assume responsibility for fleet currently overseen by Euronav Ship Management Hellas
  • Ukraine torpedoes deal with Russia to secure safe shipping in Black Sea war zone
    Kyiv and Moscow would have ensured the safety of each other's commercial vessels
  • Chinese owners dominate Asian S&P in first quarter
    Over 300 vessels changed hands, primarily bulkers and tankers, in deals involving assets worth almost $8bn
  • Chinese owners dominate S&P in Asia in first quarter, says Veson Nautical
    Over 300 vessels changed hands, primarily bulkers and tankers, in deals involving assets worth almost $8bn
  • Singapore adds more companies to Rotterdam digital and green corridor
    New partners will be forming working groups on new fuels

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American Shipper web site
APRIL 16, 2024
  • CMA CGM outsources new trans-Pacific service to Atlas Air
    CMA CGM Air Cargo, with roots in the container shipping industry, plans to add 11 large freighters from Boeing and Airbus within three years. The first additions will enable the start of an Asia-U.S. service this summer.

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Accidents to dock workers occur equally frequently on board ships as on land.
London
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reports record performance for the April-June quarter
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reports record performance for the April-June quarter
Miami
Bookings reached an unprecedented level
Paolo Piacenza has been appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Port Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas.
Rome/Genoa/Gioia Tauro
DB Cargo records declines in turnover and rail freight volumes
Berlin
In the first six months of this year, shipments totaled 82.9 million tons (-10.8%)
In the second quarter, container traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -2.8% while in Savona-Vado it grew by +76.3%
Genoa
In the Ligurian capital, the transhipment share decreased, while the Savona port benefited.
Fincantieri records strong growth in half-year financial performance and new orders
Rome
In the first six months of 2025, orders totaled 14.7 billion euros (+93.5%)
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
Cairo
1,248 tankers (-2.7%) and 1,826 other types of vessels (-8.5%) passed through
CMA CGM's net profit fell by 140% in the second quarter.
Marseille
Revenues stable. The French shipping group is interested in acquiring Hutchison Ports' terminals.
Royal Caribbean closes second quarter with record net profit
Miami
The April-June period was very positive
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Omaha/Atlanta
First coast-to-coast cargo rail network
Gurrieri resigns as Special Commissioner of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Trieste
The atypical reverse charge for the logistics sector will become applicable tomorrow
Milan
Ruggerone (Assologistica): one of the most strategic reforms we helped build is being implemented
Policy brief on cyber threats that pose risks to port infrastructure
Tallinn
It was developed by the NATO Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence
Interferry urges the EU Commission to harmonize its shipping decarbonization regulations with those of the IMO
Victoria
Failure to align - the association warned - will force shipping companies to pay twice for emissions.
In the second quarter of 2025, Chinese seaports handled 79.1 million containers (+6.1%)
Beijing
Total freight traffic was three billion tons (+3.3%), of which 1.3 billion tons were with foreign countries (+1.9%).
CK Hutchison announces plans to include a Chinese investor in the consortium to sell Hutchison Ports
Hong Kong
Without the participation of the COSCO shipping group, China would not authorize the sale
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Columbus
The container ship caught fire and sank near the port of Colombo
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
Piraeus
The AHTS "Giant" is leaving
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Milan/Luxembourg
The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
In the second quarter, the port of Valencia handled over 1.5 million containers (+4.0%)
In the first half of 2025, the amount of new orders to Chinese shipyards fell by -18.2%
Beijing
A decrease of -3.5% in new construction completed in the period was recorded
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Trieste grew by +3.7%
Trieste
Bulk cargo increased. Miscellaneous cargo fell by 13.2%.
CMA CGM and TotalEnergies form joint venture for LNG bunkering in the Port of Rotterdam.
Marseille
Agreement to supply 360,000 tons of liquefied natural gas per year to the French group's ships
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Spanish ports decreased by -4.7%
Madrid
All the main product categories are decreasing except for conventional goods
Brookfield Asset Management to sell 49% of British port group PD Ports to Spain's Pontegadea
Middlesbrough
The English company has over 1,400 employees
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
Rotterdam
The port authority is alarmed by the state of crisis in the national industry.
The electrification of the docks in the ports of Livorno, Piombino and Portoferraio is proceeding according to plan.
Third dock for cruise traffic in the port of Catania
Catania
Pier 25's restyling completed
Another quarter of decline in freight traffic at the port of Algeciras
Algeciras
In the period April-June, containers amounted to 1.24 million TEUs (+1.0%)
A new tax applied to cruise passengers disembarking in national ports came into force today in Greece.
Athens
Belgian rail freight company Lineas receives €61 million government loan
Brussels
The measure was approved last night by the restricted council of ministers
ERTMS installation completed on 1,400 kilometers of Italian railway network
Rome
The project is financed with 2.5 billion euros from PNRR funds.
Wärtsilä's quarterly financial and commercial results are positive.
Helsinki
The Marine Electrical Systems division will be sold to the Italian company VINCI Energies.
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
Barcelona
The mayor: For the first time in history, a limit is placed on the growth of cruises in the city.
MSC and Moby have presented their commitments to meet the AGCM's requirements.
Rome
Shipping Agencies Services will sell its 49% stake in Moby, waiving the consideration in favor of the majority shareholder. Moby commits to completely repaying its debt to SAS.
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Washington
Folgiero: Commitment to deliver next-generation capabilities in full alignment with U.S. strategic priorities
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the appointment of four presidents of Italian Port System Authorities.
Rome
The names proposed for the Port System Authorities of the Southern Adriatic, Central-Northern Tyrrhenian, Western Liguria, and Eastern Liguria have been approved. Voting on the Northern Tyrrhenian Authority has been postponed.
Information exchange between state administrations for the digitalization of the maritime sector begins
Rome
The first operational meeting at the Coast Guard General Command in Rome
The Clean Maritime Fuels Platform suggests measures to support the production and distribution of clean marine fuels
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new monthly and quarterly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the period April-June, 29.4 million TEUs were handled (+4.5%)
Sharp increase in cases of seafarers abandoning their ships
London
2,286 crew members from 222 ships involved as of early 2025
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Geneva
North America saw the strongest quarterly growth in imports
In the port of Antwerp-Bruges containers and rolling stock are increasing and other types of goods are decreasing
Antwerp
Traffic congestion continues at the airport, with the situation on the landside becoming critical
A study denounces the delay of European ports in equipping themselves with cold ironing facilities.
Brussels/Pozzallo
The tender to electrify the docks of the port of Pozzallo has begun.
T&E proposes to include more non-EU transhipment ports to avoid carbon leakage
Brussels
The association calls on the EU Commission to reduce the current threshold of 65% of transhipment traffic
Federlogistica urges the immediate establishment of a control room on tariffs
Genoa
The aim is also to eliminate extra costs caused by bureaucracy.
Containerized cargo handled through the port of Singapore fell by 2.9% in the second quarter.
Singapore
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Cairo
The negative trend continued in June and early July
Terminal operators are not at all satisfied with a policy that seems to have no interest in ports
Rome
Cognolato: It is essential to close the ongoing trials on several fronts.
The largest ship ever to dock at Cagliari's Porto Canale at the MITO terminal.
Milan
The container ship "MSC Venice" with a capacity of 16,652 TEU arrived yesterday
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
North Bergen/Metzingen
South Korean HD Hyundai, together with German NEURA Robotics, will develop and test welding robots in shipyards
The toll of the horrific attack on the bulk carrier Eternity C in the Red Sea is still uncertain.
Mandaluyong/London/Brussels
Joint statement by ICS, BIMCO, European Shipowners, Intercargo and Intertanko
In the first half of 2025, bulk cargo increased and general cargo decreased in the port of Marseille-Fos
Marseille
Cruise passengers increase by +5%
The Senate has approved the framework law on interports
Rome
UIR, gives the Italian interport system a modern, orderly and coherent regulatory framework
Carlo De Ruvo was elected president of Confetra
Rome
Among the challenges, the uncontrolled expansion of large logistics groups and their concentration
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Kuala Lumpur
The number of acts of violence against crews is decreasing
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Oslo/Athens/Paris
One of the top three operators in the OT/IoT services market for the maritime and superyacht sectors will be created
Attacks on ships in the Red Sea still cause deaths among seafarers
Portsmouth
Liberian-flagged bulk carrier " Eternity C" targeted
Canadian shipbuilding company Davie acquires second shipyard in Finland
Helsinki/Pori
It will buy the Enersense Offshore shipyard
Trump has eliminated tariff exemptions for low-cost goods for all nations.
Washington
Goods with a value of less than $800 will also be subject to the tax.
Viking Mira was launched at Fincantieri's Ancona shipyard
Trieste
The multi-role frigate "Emilio Bianchi" was delivered to the Muggiano shipyard
The Port Authority of the Central-Northern Adriatic Sea has obtained EMAS registration
Ravenna
Certifies commitment to environmental management and sustainability
MSC Cruises reduces emissions with the support of an energy transition plan
Geneva
The 2024 Sustainability Report has been presented
DSV reports strong growth in financial and operating results thanks to the acquisition of Schenker
Hedehusene
Quarterly record in air and ocean shipment volumes
In 2024, the Fratelli Cosulich group's revenues increased by +12.8%
Genoa
Operating result down by -31.7%
In the second quarter of this year, Finnlines' revenues decreased by -5.0%.
Helsinki
Net profit of 26.1 million euros (+7.7%)
Container traffic in the Port of New York remained stable in the April-June quarter.
New York
An increase of +4.9% was recorded in the first half of 2025
The Chamber of Deputies approves the appointment of the presidents of five Port System Authorities.
Rome
They are Davide Gariglio, Francesco Rizzo, Eliseo Cuccaro, Francesco Benevolo and Giovanni Gugliotti
Latrofa appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Port Authority of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea
Rome
Ministerial decree signed
The PNRR tender for interports has been reopened.
Rome
Resources available amounting to 2.2 million euros
Port of Livorno: Workers are the priority in the LTM crisis
Livorno
UPS's quarterly earnings performance declines
Atlanta
Net income in the April-June quarter was $1.28 billion (-8.9%)
Approval for the 2025 budget variation of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
500 thousand euros for the 49% share held by the Port Agency company
FHP Group acquires the remaining 10% stake in Lotras
Milan/Foggia
The integration between Lotras and CFI Intermodal will begin to create FHP Intermodal.
OITAF scientific document on good practices in the logistics and transport of fresh fruit and vegetables
Milan
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has joined the PLIKA
Livorno
Platform dedicated to training, innovation and knowledge sharing in the logistics and port sectors
Matteo Paroli's nomination as president of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been signed.
Rome
He has a degree in law and a specialization in administrative law.
Container throughput increases in Haropa Port, while bulk cargo decreases.
Le Havre
In the first half of this year, containers were 1.51 million TEUs (+4%)
Bureau Veritas reports a 9.8% quarterly increase in revenues in the Marine & Offshore segment
Courbevoie
Kalmar and Konecranes increase new orders in the April-June quarter
Helsinki
The turnover of the two Finnish companies is slightly increasing
Container traffic in the port of Barcelona fell by 12.2% in the second quarter.
Barcelona
Assiterminal threatens a new wave of appeals against regulations it believes are damaging to port operations
Genoa
2M Logistics signs an agreement with Salerno-based Gallozzi
Barendrecht
The Dutch company will represent GF Logistics, a subsidiary of the Italian group, in the Benelux region.
Swiss company Kuehne+Nagel's quarterly profits fell
Schindellegi
In the period April-June of this year, net turnover grew by +1.7%
Yang Ming orders three 8,000 TEU container ships from Nihon Shipyard and Imabari Shipbuilding
Keelung/Imabari
Contract valued at $351.3-394.5 million
Italia Nostra reiterates its strong concerns about the construction of the Fiumicino-Isola Sacra port.
Rome
European maritime cities, destinations for cruise tourism - the association highlights - denounce the phenomenon of over-tourism in the cruise sector
Egypt's first automotive terminal has come into operation at Port Said East.
East Port Said
It can accommodate two car carriers at the same time
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Tepsa has acquired a liquid bulk terminal in the port of Rotterdam.
Singapore/Rotterdam
It was sold by Global Energy Storage Holdings
The Spinelli Group has approved its 2024 sustainability report.
Genoa
Of the company's 616 direct employees, 49% are under the age of 50.
In the second quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by +1.6%
Ankara
Cargoes to and from Italy amounted to 12.7 million tons (+10.1%)
Extension of the Simplified Logistics Zone for Genoa Ports and Dry Ports to the Savona, Vado Ligure, and Bergeggi areas.
Genoa
Approval from the ZLS Steering Committee
Isotta Fraschini Motori has inaugurated a new production line for hydrogen fuel cell systems in Bari.
Trieste
They will be used for naval and land solutions
The Grande Shanghai , the Grimaldi Group's first ammonia-ready car carrier, has been christened.
Naples
It has a load capacity of 9,000 CEUs.
The Port of Genoa, FILT, and UILT have declared a five-day strike at the Bettolo Terminal.
Genoa
Fit Cisl Liguria expressed solidarity with the workers
The tender for the dredging of the commercial dock basin at the port of Ancona has been published.
Ancona
The removal of approximately 730 thousand cubic meters of sediment is planned
Tender for the restoration and enhancement of docks 32 and 33 in the Deep Sea Zone of the port of Savona
Genoa
An investment of over 6.7 million euros is expected
There are 1,100 workers in Palermo directly employed in the seaside tourism sector
Palermo
This year, cruise traffic is expected to grow by 9.4% in the port of the Sicilian capital.
Six-month growth of +9% in freight on the St. Petersburg-India/China maritime route
Fly
FESCO operates six vessels in the service
Port of Trieste: Special Commissioner Gurrieri under investigation for money laundering
Trieste
I am certain - he declared - that I can demonstrate that I acted legally, in full transparency.
Vard signs new contract for the construction of two CSOVs
Trieste
The vessels will be used to support operations in the offshore wind sector
UIR welcomes the publication of the tender for the digitalization of the logistics chain.
Rome
Di Caterina (ALIS): a concrete tool that enhances the needs of businesses and strengthens the logistics system
GNV celebrated its first ten years of activity on the Italy-Albania route
Durres
During the period, the company's ships carried over 1.25 million passengers
A shipment of over 1.2 tons of marijuana was seized at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Reggio Calabria/Catanzaro
Members of a criminal organization that imported drugs from South America through European ports and airports have been arrested.
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build seven 15,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Walden to sell healthcare logistics business to Yusen Logistics
Paris
Exclusive negotiations announced
Solinas (Sardinian Action Party) is not at all satisfied with the state of Sardinian ports
Cagliari
The immediate establishment of a special commission is urged
ANSI welcomes the introduction of the information dashboard for managing private procurement contracts in logistics.
Rome
D'Angelo: it will allow the country to take another step forward
Russo (Confcommercio): excluding road transport from the PNRR funding was shortsighted.
Rome
First bulletin from the Freight Insights Observatory produced by the National Center for Sustainable Mobility
ABB Group posts sharp growth in quarterly financial and business performance
Zurich
In the period April-June the value of new orders grew by +16.0%
Informal consultations have begun on the preliminary proposal for the new Ancona Port Master Plan.
Ancona
Eleven meetings scheduled for July
Program agreement for preparatory and functional interventions for the construction of the bridge over the Strait of Messina
Rome
It was signed today in Rome
Project to develop an ecological station for the treatment of wastewater from ships
Naples
Initiative of the Neapolitan Group of the Cenere and Iello Landing
Assiterminal urges against bringing sediment from the Bagnoli dredging project into the port of Naples.
Genoa
Cognolato and Ferrari: It is essential to safeguard the full functionality of the commercial port's activities.
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach fell 3.4% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
A decline of -16.4% was recorded in June
Paolo Pessina has been appointed vice president of Conftrasporto-Confcommercio.
Rome
He is president of the national federation of maritime agents and brokers
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by -8.2% in the second quarter
Hong Kong
A decrease of -13.7% was recorded in June
Cuneo-based logistics company Nord Ovest is seeing growing financial results.
Wedge
Construction work on a new depot in Mondovì will be completed in early 2026.
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles grows driven by fears of new tariffs
Los Angeles
June saw the highest volume ever recorded for this month
The Management Committee of the Sardinia Sea Port Authority has adopted the DPSS
Cagliari
Green light for the concession to MITO and the appeal against the rejection of Olbia's dredging project.
Three events in Genoa for three new Explora Journeys cruise ships.
Genoa
A technical launch, a coin laying and the cutting of the first sheet metal were carried out at the Fincantieri shipyard
Grimaldi sells 5% of Terminal Darsena Toscana to Livorno Port Company
Naples/Livorno
Option to purchase an additional 5% of the share capital
Concession agreement signed that assigns management of the port of Tartous to DP World
Damascus
It has a lifespan of 30 years
Matteo Gasparato appointed president of the Northern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He was appointed extraordinary commissioner of the same port authority
Meeting in Rome between the heads of ESPO and Assoporti
Rome
Among the topics addressed, the competitiveness of European ports in the current global context
Chinese airline OOCL reports quarterly decline in scheduled service revenues
Hong Kong
Cargo transported by the company's ships is increasing
Collaboration between the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority and the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority
Rome
Agreement with an initial duration of five years
Survey in Germany on the prospects of companies in the maritime, port and shipbuilding sectors
Hamburg
Shipowners are more concerned. Positive prospects for ports and shipyards.
Port of Augusta: Work begins on a third bridge connecting the island to the mainland.
Augusta
Work worth over 20 million euros
Vard signs contract with InkFish for new research vessel
Trieste
The deal is worth more than 200 million euros.
1.1 billion euros will be invested in the port of Hamburg to strengthen the container sector
Hamburg
Improving accessibility and port infrastructure in the Waltershofer Hafen area
Meyer Turku delivered the new Star of the Seas cruise ship to Royal Caribbean
Turku
It has a gross tonnage of 250,800 tons
ESPO calls for increased funding for ports under the next EU Multiannual Financial Framework
Brussels
The CEF programme funds have proven to be far from sufficient
Fincantieri delivers the new Oceania Allura cruise ship to Oceania Cruises.
Miami/Trieste
Two additional Sonata-class ships have been converted into orders.
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
Confindustria event on the sea economy in Rome on July 15th
Rome
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Why Malta is objecting to a new price cap on Russian oil
(timesofmalta.com)
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Uniport: Bringing debris from Bagnoli to the port of Naples would postpone long-awaited dredging.
Rome
Legora de Feo: It's necessary to find alternative solutions.
Taiwanese companies Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenues.
Keelung/Taipei
In the period April-June it fell by -18.7%, -26.5% and -8.6% respectively
The establishment of the Information Dashboard for the management of private procurement contracts in logistics has been approved.
In May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +1.4%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
EU approves joint purchase of port equipment by terminal operators
Brussels
Joint definition of minimum technical specifications of equipment is also permitted
Serbian energy group EPS will import coal through the Montenegrin port of Bar
Bar
Currently imports from Indonesia pass through the port of Constanta
Fincantieri Foundation and Luiss University launch a project to strengthen the safety of underwater infrastructure.
Trieste
Among the objectives, contribute to the definition of a specific regulatory framework
Freewheeling: The government's U-turn on anti-mafia controls in the road haulage sector is a welcome development.
Modena
Franchini: If the government has realized it made a mistake, that's good news.
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