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International Transport Journal web site
JUNE 17, 2024
  • 116 yaks flying first class aboard a B747-400F
  • MSC to digitalise freight contracts with Nyshex
  • Ruscon starts India - Russia overland service
  • GAC opens fresh chapter in New Zealand ports
  • More responsibilities for Ralph Kurz
  • Commencing in Colombia's capital
  • Truck charging hub opens in Antwerp port area
  • Three new routes in a row
  • New 13,100 teu vessel joins Wan Hai fleet
  • A president for Aero Trans Cargo
  • A distribution hub at Lyon airport
  • A short line to link Tulsa port with UP
  • Three more vehicles for event transporter's fleet
  • Helsingborg tests self-driving terminal tractor
  • A sustainability survey
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • C.H. Robinson names CFO
  • Final Beluga

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The Loadstar web site
JUNE 14, 2024
  • Spot rate rises slow, but Asia-Med rates look set to hit $20k, say analysts
  • Hamburg - the Petri dish for Schenker?
  • East coast port strike looms larger as union takes a tough stance on wages
  • Indian exporters face new surcharges as capacity to Europe tightens
  • New US clampdown on goods from Chinese firms using forced labour
  • Shiny Ryder System - break-up? Ruled out!
  • More strikes at German and French ports could bring congestion and delays
  • Dwindling crew numbers on Norwegian coastal feeders as autonomy approaches
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Marine Log web site
JUNE 14, 2024
  • Ambrey: Latest Houthi attacks show a "significant increase in effectiveness"
    This week has seen a spate of new Houthi attacks - and, in a just released threat circular, maritime risk consultancy Ambrey says that they are showing a significant increase In effective.
  • Mammoet awarded key Pearl Harbor dry dock project contract
    Utrecht, Netherlands, headquartered heavy lift specialist Mammoet is to play a key role in the Navy's largest maritime infrastructure construction project since World War II, the planned five-year Pearl Harbor dry dock
  • Ship Repair USA a "huge success" in its second year
    Marine Log held its second annual Ship Repair USA conference in the French Quarter of New Orleans on June 11-12, once again attracting attendees from across the spectrum of shipyards, vessel operators,

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Container News web site
JUNE 14, 2024
  • CMA CGM updates Asia peak season surcharges
    The French carrier, CMA CGM Group, has announced an updated Peak Season Surcharge effective from 20 June 2024, until further notice. The surcharge applies to shipments originating from all Asian ports and destined for the Middle East Gulf, Red Sea, and Indian Subcontinent. This PSS will apply to Dry, Reefer, OOG, and Paying Empties cargo types, with rates set at US$1,000 per 20' container (Dry &
  • Port of Antwerp-Bruges achieves fourth ISO 50001 certification
    For the fourth consecutive time, the Port Authority has attained ISO 50001 certification for its sustainable energy strategy. Zeebrugge has now joined Antwerp as part of this certification, marking a significant achievement just two years after their merger. Since 2011, the Port Authority has sourced 100% of the electricity for its buildings, locks, bridges, and shore power supply for inland navi
  • Seafarer severely hurt in Houthi assault
    A seafarer on a general cargo vessel was seriously injured after two Houthi missiles hit the ship on 13 June. The US Central Command (Centcom) said that two anti-ship cruise missiles struck the 2008-built 11,402 dwt Verbena, which is owned by Ukraine-based Donbasstransitservice and operated by Poland-based Dtschart Sp. The US warship USS Philippine Sea evacuated the injured seafarer to a partner
  • Port of Long Beach sees 8.2% cargo decline in May
    Shifting trade routes and cancelled voyages resulted in a decline in cargo at the Port of Long Beach in May. Dockworkers and terminal operators handled 695,937 TEUs last month, an 8.2% decrease from May 2023. "I am confident we will see additional cargo as we work with industry partners to rebuild our market share in this increasingly competitive environment," commented Mario Cordero, CEO at Port
  • Larger container lines drive operational gains from 'own terminals' in India
    As the Red Sea crisis remains a major drag on container supply chains, 'own terminal advantages' are believed to be benefiting the larger container lines serving Indian trades. Mediterranean Shipping Co. (MSC) and CMA CGM have container terminal partnerships with the Adani Group at Mundra Port, India's busiest box gateway. According to industry sources, this strategic investment model has placed
  • Georgia Ports Authority handles over 490,000 TEUs in May
    In May, the Georgia Ports Authority managed 490,330 TEUs, marking a 22% increase compared to the same month last year. This rise equates to an additional 90,000 TEUs. Also, the Port of Savannah has experienced significant growth due to a strengthening retail market and an influx of new customers. "Major retail customers tell Georgia Ports they have increased their orders to rebuild inventories an
  • Affordable Online MBA in Supply Chain Management Programs for 2024
    Photo by Tiger Lily, sourced from Pexels As the world becomes more connected, strategically importing and exporting goods will help a company thrive in today's global economy. Having a well-versed supply-chain team is crucial in ensuring that stock is ordered and arrives on time. According to US BLS , the demand for logisticians and supply chain managers is projected to grow by 18% between 2022 a
  • MacGregor wins major crane contract from MMA offshore
    MacGregor, a part of Cargotec, has secured a significant order for its 50-tonne active heave compensated (AHC) crane, which will be installed on the MMA Valour. This versatile and flexible multi-purpose platform supply vessel has a proven track record in servicing a wide range of offshore tasks across the energy and offshore wind sectors. "We are looking forward to fitting the MMA Valour with a M

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Splash web site
JUNE 14, 2024
  • Diana Shipping locks kamsarmax bulker into charter with Cobelfret
    Greece's Diana Shipping has secured employment for its kamsarmax bulk carrier at a slightly improved rate compared to the vessel's previous deal. The New York-listed shipowner has fixed out the 2010-built Myrsini to Cobelfret until February 2025, with options until March 25. The new deal, albeit shorter, will earn $2,100 more per day compared to ...
  • Solstad seals pair of OSV extensions
    Norwegian OSV player Solstad has landed charter extensions for two of its vessels. Subsea 7 has called its final option for the construction support vessel (CSV) Normand Subsea, which will see the vessel fixed until the end of 2025. The 2009-built unit has been on contract to Subsea 7 since 2009. In addition, the 2007-built ...
  • GAC buys Swire ship agency business in New Zealand
    Global shipping, logistics and marine services provider GAC has acquired one of New Zealand's leading shipping agencies Quadrant Pacific from Swire Shipping for an undisclosed sum. "This acquisition marks a significant milestone in the company's longstanding presence in the region," GAC said. The duo has worked together since the establishment of GAC New Zealand in ...
  • Subsea 7 scores UK North Sea contract with Dana Petroleum
    Oslo-listed Subsea 7 has secured a contract worth between $50m and $150m from Dana Petroleum, for work on the Bittern field development in the UK Central North Sea. The contract covers project management, engineering, procurement, construction and installation (EPCI) of a 22 km water injection pipeline and associated subsea structures and tie-ins at the Triton ...
  • Kumiai Navigation adds to VLGC series in Japan
    Singapore-based Kumiai Navigation has ordered its fourth liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)-fuelled 86,700 cu m very large gas carrier (VLGC) at Japanese shipbuilder Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI). No price has been revealed for the 230-m-long vessel that will be delivered from KHI's Sakaide Works in the fourth quarter of 2026 and be able to carry LPG ...
  • Seafarers bear brunt of 'rising aggression' from the Houthis
    It's been a brutal week for the mental welfare of seafarers bound for the Middle East and their families back home, starting with hopes for a ceasefire in Gaza, before swiftly descending into an explosive, bloody chaos with one death and a severe injury as the Houthis ramped up more sophisticated attacks. The Houthis have ...
  • Allseas' Pioneering Spirit wins pipelay work on Equinor's Troll field
    Swiss-based marine construction specialist Allseas has won a contract for the installation of pipelines and integrated structures for the second stage of Equinor's Troll Phase 3 project. The Troll Phase 3 project is supposed to accelerate production and contribute to maintaining the high production capacity utilisation of the Troll A Platform and the Kollsnes onshore ...
  • Alita swells chemical tanker orderbook
    Chinese owner Alita Shanghai International Shipping is bolstering its fleet of stainless steel chemical tankers with up to four newbuilds at a domestic yard, Zhejiang Haoyou Shipbuilding. The order covers two firm and two optional 13,800 dwt IMO type II and III vessels, with deliveries starting in November next year. The 132-m-long units with a ...
  • Arrest order against Blackford Dolphin rig lifted
    Offshore driller Dolphin Drilling has shaken off an arrest order for its Blackford Dolphin drilling rig which has been subject to court claims for quite some time. The offshore driller received service of Nigerian court proceedings in an action brought by Technova Africa International in late May. The Pan African energy and infrastructure conglomerate obtained ...
  • Samsung Heavy goes to court over Russian tanker cancellations
    South Korea's Samsung Heavy Industries is going to the Singapore International Arbitration Centre to file a case against a Russian shipyard owner that cancelled contracts worth $4.3bn for the supply of oil and gas tankers. Samsung Heavy said yesterday it will sue Zvezda as the Russian shipbuilder, which faces sanctions from the US, asked the ...
  • Next wave of shipping sanctions levelled at Russia
    With the leaders of G7 nations meeting in Italy this week, a further coordinated series of sanctions against Russia have been making headlines in recent days with plenty linked to shipping. Nearly 850 days since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the UK yesterday announced 50 new sanctions designations. New targets include ships ...
  • Report highlights significant improvements in safety across the dry bulk shipping sector
    Annual casualty figures from INTERCARGO, the International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners, highlight continuing improvement in the safety performance of the sector. The bulk carrier fleet has grown significantly in recent years to cater for the world's growing economy. Between 2014 and 2023 the number of vessels increased by 20% to 12,200, with today's bulk ...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JUNE 14, 2024
  • Weaker US produce volumes help keep lid on truckload rates
    Produce shipments by weight have dropped in 2024, and that's helped maintain "adequate" truckload capacity in most parts of the US, the Department of Agriculture said.
  • Peak season surcharges land earlier, and higher, in hot trans-Pacific market
    With vessel space from Asia to the US at a premium amid an early peak season, ocean carriers have been largely successful in implementing the surcharges in June, and some will keep pushing their luck in July.
  • US truckload spot rates rise, but still below year-ago levels
    This year's truckload spot rates are hugging the baseline set in 2023 as the freight recession drags on; a major increase seems unlikely anytime soon.
  • Reefer shippers face longer booking times, box shortages amid port congestion
    Still, insurers said the difficulties have yet to materialize in a noticeable rise in claims for spoiled cold chain or perishable products.

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TradeWinds web site
JUNE 14, 2024
  • New Fortress Energy tees up its first offshore LNG production
    Company's much delayed Fast LNG unit off Mexico to export initial volumes in July
  • Should guards on ships be ready to fire on Houthi sea drones? Some security experts say yes
    Drones move more slowly and can be fired upon, and armed security teams can help with reemerged piracy threat
  • Evalend bulker abandoned as crew evacuated after Houthis' fatal attack
    Ship becomes second whose crew has been removed since militant group's attacks began.
  • Seafarer killed in Houthi attack on Greek Evalend bulker as salvage continues
    Two-year-old kamsarmax becomes second vessel to suffer fatal strike
  • Too easy to just pay and pass on environmental costs to consumers under EU rules, warns Star Bulk
    Brussels called to link up FuelEU Maritime and the ETS funds to help 'move the needle'
  • UK refuses to reveal price cap probes amid trickle of industry reports
    Sanctions enforcement body has issued no fines since the price cap regime started
  • DNB Markets names new global shipping lead to meet demands of 'super cycle'
    Nicolay Dyvik sees increased interest in shipping IPOs and M&A
  • Greek shipowner IMS extends whirlwind secondhand buys with MR tankers
    Marios Gialozoglou-led firm keeps its foot on the acquisition pedal as Greek peer Empire Navigation offloads tonnage
  • VLCC rumoured to have set new benchmark with 'significant number' for three-year fix
    London broker SSY says vessel on subjects at $54,500 per day as spot rates plunge to $28,600
  • Could soaring container freight rates top pandemic peaks?
    Spot rates hit $10,000 per feu with no end in sight for the container shipping rally
  • Wallenius Wilhelmsen bags a bargain as it snaps up leased ship for half its market value
    Norwegian owner firmly in the money by buying vessel out of term lease deal
  • Low-sulphur fuel 'off-spec' incidents spike as ships reroute around Africa
    Contamination taking place as barges carry both high and low-sulphur bunkers
  • Swedish Club urges rivals to pool resources ahead of shipping's next crisis
    Managing director Thomas Nordberg said mutuals could benefit from tackling threats together from geopolitics, AI and cyber crime
  • Hayfin Capital ramps up capesize raid as it buys Greek-owned ship
    Rising secondhand prices are not discouraging alternative investment fund from raising its wager on big bulkers
  • Greek PM threatens cruise ship cap to cope with 'over-tourism'
    Kyriakos Mitsotakis says limits on calls could come in next year
  • Samskip looks to retrofit LNG dual-fuelled vessel to also run off hydrogen
    Norwegian funding gives company cash to assess installation of fuel cells and hydrogen tanks on nine-year-old coastal vessel
  • Swire Shipping sells ship agency Quadrant Pacific to GAC in 'milestone deal'
    Giant group expands with deal to take over New Zealand operation
  • Wavelength podcast: Altera's fine for sending ships to scrap in Alang, Stolt-Nielsen hosts first capital markets day in a decade and Ukraine's view on the dark fleet
    Altera Infrastructure denies any guilt and says the prosecution against it has not been transparent
  • Shell emerges as final contender for Pavilion Energy purchase
    Talks move into closing stages in sell-off of Singapore's state-owned LNG venture
  • Rate pressure grows as Maersk moves AHTS armada into North Sea spot market
    Broker says Danish giant has added eight vessels to its exposure in vital region
  • Wavelength podcast: Altera's fine for sending ships to scrap in Alang, Stolt Nielsen hosts first capitial markets day in a decade and Ukraine's view on the dark fleet
    Altera Infrastructure denies any guilt and says the prosecution against it has not been transparent
  • 'Super-efficient' bulker design aims to slash conventional fuel use by half
    Norwegian technology group teams with Deltamarin for new eco-kamsarmax
  • MOL looks upstream and downstream from core shipping business on path to net zero
    Ammonia production and storage are on the menu for Japanese shipping giant
  • Shell emerges as final contender for Pavilion Energy buy
    Talks move into closing stages in sell off of Singapore's state-owned LNG venture
  • India's plan to buy 1,000 ships could 'significantly' affect secondhand and newbuilding markets
    Greek shipbroker Xclusiv says government scheme reflects country's growing ambition on world stage
  • BW Group raises $103m from upsized share sale in gas carrier owner Navigator
    Singapore shipping giant offloads more stock in US-listed company than originally planned
  • UK blacklisting of Russian insurer Ingosstrakh could backfire, industry warns
    International Group of P&I Clubs sanctions committee head says move is unlikely to affect the shadow fleet but could block oil spill payments
  • China Merchants Energy orders eight newcastlemax bulkers at New Times Shipbuilding
    Chinese owner is paying a total of CNY 4.4bn for the octet
  • Canada's TMX ramps up crude loadings as 22 tankers booked to call in June
    Seismic shift for aframaxes beginning to be seen on country's west coast
  • Altera defends scrapping of 'mint condition' shuttle tanker pair following $700,000 fine
    Shuttle tanker operator said it tried to find other uses for 20-year-old ships before sending them to Alang
  • Seanergy teams up with Costamare in double capesize charter deal
    US-listed capesize specialist now has 100% of its 18-strong fleet under period coverage

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American Shipper web site
JUNE 14, 2024
  • Chinese e-tailer JD.com expands cargo airline
    Chinese e-commerce store JD.com is growing its in-house airline to satisfy customers in China with quick order delivery.
  • What does air cargo's early peak season mean for peak season?
    The air cargo market is enjoying an unexpected boom during the slow season, but it's unclear whether demand is pulling from the third and fourth quarters to avoid supply chain delays or will continue to build.

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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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