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Exim India web site
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
  • North India's first LNG station in an MMLP inaugurated at CONCOR's Khatuwas
  • Top government functionaries to grace Gujarat Junction 2024 on December 20 in Gandhidham
  • Deendayal Port Authority engages with stakeholders to further the container business
  • Sustainability to be a factor in Rotterdam port tariffs from next year
  • Availability of Harbour Mobile Cranes at Chennai Port's Jawahar Dock Berths
  • AP looks for global tie-ups to develop ports
  • CMA CGM PSS from the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East Gulf, Red Sea & Egypt to the US East Coast & US Gulf
  • Layup charge for vessels refusing to berth at Hazira
  • GDP to grow by 7.2 pc in 2024, says Moody's
  • CBDT launches Compliance-Cum-Awareness Campaign for AY 2024-25 to assist taxpayers in accurately completing Schedule Foreign Assets and reporting income from foreign sources in ITR
  • First container export shipment of banana to Russia flagged off from JNPA's Centralized Parking Plaza
  • Imports from China up 9.8 pc during April.-Oct.
  • COSCO SHIPPING inaugurates key port in Peru
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (15 November 2024)
  • GTI embraces sustainable future with ETT pilot project
  • Surge in merchandise exports amidst global uncertainty an encouraging sign of revival: FIEO President

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International Transport Journal web site
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
  • Sustainably bridged
  • 100,000th China-Europe freight train now en route
  • KN moves into marine drayage
  • Further digitising Cairo's air cargo operations
  • Heavier trains for Australia's farmers
  • DP World diversifies Down Under
  • A sustainable gateway for Latin America
  • Forty years of dedication to safety
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • New cargo airport in Azerbaijan
  • Iveco bolsters its network in the Nordics
  • Two units in 47 weeks
  • IRU elects new leadership
  • A JV to boost ship management

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The Loadstar web site
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
  • Gemini drops Felixstowe for London Gateway on Asia-Europe strings
  • DFDS to buy Ekol Logistics in acquisition u-turn
  • Carriers disappointed as contract talks loom and rate hikes fail to stick
  • Cosco to boost box fleet ahead of Trump tariffs and alliance shuffle
  • Kuehne CEO Paul's fingerprints on IMC buy - next drayage deal, please
  • Mexican president unveils expansion plan to create deepsea berths at Progreso
  • Toll Group talk - trust the quarterly update and M&A rumours?
  • Air cargo peak? What peak? But we're 'very, very busy', says market
  • Conf call redux: Hapag-Lloyd's Jansen wants to be reliably better
  • 'Greener' flying moves up the agenda of forwarders sourcing air cargo services
  • Alliance reshuffle forces ONE to change course, launching 'substitute services'
  • Muddy waters at COP29 obscure climate consensus - progress elsewhere, though

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Marine Log web site
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
  • Canadian Minister of Labour intervenes in port disputes
    Canadian Minister of Labour Steven MacKinnon on Tuesday moved to intervene in port labor disputes in Montreal, Vancouver and Quebec City by asking the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) to order an
  • VIDEO: Offshore wind boosts American manufacturing
    Released this week by Oceantic Network, the new video "American Manufacturing for Offshore Wind," highlights the transformative impact offshore wind energy is having on manufacturers across the United States. Hundreds of companies

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Container News web site
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
  • Weekly Analysis of Container Shipping Stock Prices
    The container shipping industry remains sensitive to global trade flows, geopolitical tensions, and macroeconomic indicators. This week's stock performance reflects an environment of cautious optimism, influenced by varying trends in consumer demand, ongoing challenges in global supply chains, and fluctuating fuel prices. Here's a company-specific breakdown of their stock movements over the week
  • Assessing Maritime Security Risks in Key Global Shipping Corridors
    Maritime security is crucial for the stability of global trade, particularly in vital shipping corridors like the Bay of Guinea, the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf, which are integral to the movement of goods worldwide. These areas, however, confront unique challenges and risks that could disrupt international commerce, including piracy, political instability, and state fragility. A recent report b
  • Peruvian COSCO terminal commences operations
    Located along the central Peruvian coastline, approximately 78 kilometers north of Lima, Chancay Port marks COSCO SHIPPING's first green and smart port investment in South America. The inauguration ceremony took place in Peru on 14 November, with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Peruvian President Dina Boluarte participating via video link. This natural deep-water port benefits from a strategic g
  • How to Prepare for a Career in Container Shipping as a Marketing Student
    Container shipping plays a major role in the global economy. Each year, billions of tons of goods move across the oceans, including furniture, electronics, vehicles, and food. The efficiency of this industry has grown economies globally, making it one of the most lucrative and stable career paths for marketing students. In fact, many turn to marketing assignment help - a service that has helped t
  • Revolutionizing Insurance Insights Through Smart Data Aggregation
    With the rise of modern digital devices and fast-paced communication bestowed upon us by the gift of high-speed internet, people are starting to take instant access to information for granted. The availability of various goods and services, easily accessible through a few touches of the screen, highlights the constant rise of standards for the client base. Following the same attitude, customers i
  • PIL introduces new service connecting UAE with Iraq
    Pacific International Lines (PIL) is set to launch a new weekly feeder service connecting Jebel Ali in the UAE to Umm Qasr in Iraq. This service, named the Iraq Feeder Service (IQF), aims to bolster the company's coverage and connectivity within the Middle East region and is designed to complement PIL's primary Middle East offering, the Gulf China Service (GCS). As a specialized feeder service, t
  • Port of Hamburg reaches 5.8 million TEUs in 2024 so far
    Container throughput at the Port of Hamburg reached 5.8 million TEUs in the first nine months of 2024, maintaining nearly the same level as the previous year. A slight increase was noted in the handling of loaded containers, along with growth in general cargo. "Rail forwarding, a cornerstone of sustainable transport, also showed positive development during this period. As Europe's largest rail po
  • South Korea's Jeju island eyes container shipping link
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  • SeaLead opens new office in South Korea
    SeaLead has officially launched its new office in Seoul, South Korea aiming to expand its presence in East Asia and capitalize on the region's burgeoning intra-Asia trade. The Seoul office will serve as a regional hub, connecting logistics providers, freight forwarders, local manufacturers, and exporters with SeaLead's global network and enhanced shipping solutions. "Our new office in Seoul reinf
  • Empowering Global Research in Education: How AI-Powered Thesis Generators Drive Academic Innovation
    In recent years, AI has steadily woven itself into the fabric of academia, reshaping research, learning, and the development of new ideas. Online tools such as the AI Thesis Generator and AI Thesis Builder, with MyStylus Thesis Statement Writer leading the way, automate the generation of research thesis statements while also providing students with accessible, precise guidance in their work. Whi
  • Kuehne+Nagel acquires majority stake in IMC Logistics
    Global transport and logistics company Kuehne+Nagel has acquired a 51% stake in IMC Logistics, a marine drayage provider in the United States. With this move, Kuehne+Nagel aims to strengthen its access to a key logistics network in North America, enhancing its ability to offer flexible transportation solutions amid growing supply chain disruptions. "The Kuehne+Nagel strategy is based on organic g
  • Hapag-Lloyd applies emergency space contingency surcharge from Latin America to West Africa
    German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd has announced a new Emergency Space Contingency (ESC) surcharge for reefer cargo from Chile, Peru and Ecuador to West Africa. The surcharge of US$300 per container will apply from 1 December to all reefer boxes and will be valid until further notice. Hapag-Lloyd noted that the West Africa region includes Angola, the Republic of the Congo, the Democratic Republic o
  • Gulftainer and VertomCory to create strategic shipping joint venture
    Gulftainer, a global operator of ports and terminals, and VertomCory, a port agency servicing the shipping and logistics sector, announced their plans to establish a strategic joint venture in the Middle East and the United States. The joint venture will offer a comprehensive range of services, including vessel and port agency, customs clearance, logistics, offshore supply, consumables, bunkering
  • Is trade war inevitable after US election result?
    Much has been made of Donald Trump's rhetoric ahead of last week's election win, with the threat of major import duties to be levied on all goods into the United States from Asia and Europe, with a particular emphasis on Chinese freight. As a result of Trump's election promises, many analysts expect a rapid increase in tariffs after the presidential handover on 20 January, with the first import d
  • Long Beach breaks record with nearly 1 million TEUs in a single month
    The Port of Long Beach moved nearly 1 million TEUs in October, marking its busiest month in its 113-year history. This record-breaking volume was driven by strong demand for holiday goods and delayed container ship arrivals caused by a nearby traffic incident and fire that affected some terminal operations at the end of September. "We appreciate the hard work of our waterfront workforce and termi
  • Georgia Ports nears 500,000 TEUs in October
    In October, the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) reported 494,261 TEUs, marking an increase of over 45,000 TEUs, or 10% compared to the same month last year. This was GPA's third-highest October on record, following 2021 and 2022 when the Port of Savannah processed over half a million TEUs. "Despite the cargo increases this year, many customers continue to divert to the US West Coast while the contr
  • ZIM launches campaign to build US team
    ZIM Integrated Shipping Services has launched a new Employer Brand Campaign to attract top talents to its offices in the United States. With the slogan "Hear the Difference. See the Difference. Be the Difference," ZIM emphasizes the importance of a strong employer brand to connect with skilled professionals. This campaign was crafted using insights from ZIM's employees, ensuring its messages auth
  • ONE and Seaspan jointly establish technical ship management firm
    Ocean Network Express (ONE) and Seaspan Corporation have announced the establishment of OneSea Solutions (ONESEA), a solutions provider focused on technical ship management and maritime talent development. ONESEA is jointly owned and operated by the two partners, aiming to leverage the experience and expertise of both companies. Headquartered in Singapore, ONESEA will offer technical ship managem
  • Impact of Panama Canal Disruptions on Caribbean Market
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  • HHLA reports US$1.2 billion revenue in 9M 2024
    Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) has announced strong revenue and earnings growth in the first nine months of 2024. In the Container segment, volumes at HHLA terminals rose by 0.9% to 4,496,000 TEUs, while Hamburg terminals maintained steady throughput, up slightly by 0.2% year-on-year. Although the Far East and Middle East volumes declined, HHLA recorded strong growth in the North and Sout

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Splash web site
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
  • Bourbon to support exploration drilling off Namibia
    French offshore vessel player Bourbon has been awarded a new fully integrated logistics contract by an oil and gas major to support its exploration campaign and the drilling of its first well off southern Namibia. The contract's scope covers international shipment and customs clearance of the equipment required for the drilling campaign from Houston, Singapore, ...
  • ONE and Seaspan debut shipmanagement venture in Singapore
    Singapore has a new shipmanager. Ocean Network Express (ONE) and Seaspan have formed ONESEA Solutions to manage owned and chartered-in ONE ships. Raman Handa, a long-term Seaspan shipmanager, has been appointed the CEO of ONESEA. He commented today, "ONESEA marks the evolution of the partnership between ONE and Seaspan, as it seeks to harness the ...
  • China stretches lead at the top of shipbuilding stakes
    China's grip on global shipbuilding is growing ever stronger, building a sizeable gap from second place, South Korea, with some warning the dominance the People's Republic exerts in this construction sector could become an early target from the incoming Donald Trump administration in the US. At the start of the century, China accounted for less ...
  • SOCAR, Masdar, and ACWA looking to develop 3.5GW of offshore wind in Azerbaijan
    State Oil Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Abu Dhabi-based renewable energy company Masdar and water desalination firm ACWA Power to develop 3.5GW of offshore wind projects in the Azerbaijan sector of the Caspian Sea. The potential projects would be Azerbaijan's first offshore wind farms. Apart ...
  • Höegh Autoliners renews long-term transport deals
    Norwegian car carrier player Höegh Autoliners has renewed several long-term contracts with a major international car producer for transport of cars in various trade lanes. The company said the duration of the contracts is three years and that it had already started to ship cargo under some of the contracts. "The customer aligns with our ...
  • Venkatraman Sheshashayee: Sixty is the New Assassin
    Shesh, or Venkatraman Sheshashayee, is a retired CEO living in Singapore whose first novel, Sixty is the New Assassin, will be made available to buy on Amazon come Monday. Armed with degrees in marine engineering and management, he first sailed across half the known world and then built businesses across most of the rest of ...
  • Call to create new UN body to focus on maritime security
    A new 77-page report from the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) has suggested the UN needs a whole new body to address growing maritime security concerns around the world. The report suggests the UN lacks an institutional structure to address maritime security comprehensively. "Neither the General Assembly's ocean affairs and law of the ...
  • US sanctions Syrian tanker firm
    The US Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned 26 companies, individuals, and vessels associated with the Al-Qatirji Company, a Syrian conglomerate responsible, OFAC maintains, for generating hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force and the Houthis through the sale of Iranian oil ...
  • Fleet Management at 30: How the business of shipmanagement is changing in the 2020s
    Splash has launched a special publication to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Fleet Management, the world's second-largest shipmanager. The new magazine comes at a pivotal time for the Hong Kong manager as it prepares for a change of leadership with Kishore Rajvanshy, the founding managing director of the company, handing over the day-to-day reins to ...

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Lloyd's List web site
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
  • US announces $580m in port grants
    The Biden administration has announced nearly $580m for 31 port improvement projects in 15 states and one territory
  • Former shipping minister calls on industry to take action on sexual assault, harassment and bullying
    Despite 'plenty of dialogue' about the impact of mental health of the world's 1.8m seafarers, maritime leaders and regulators must...
  • Have your say! The Lloyd's List Shipping Outlook Survey: 2025 and beyond
    Have your say in our annual Shipping Outlook: 2025 and beyond survey, where we assess market sentiment on the key...
  • Container rate rebound loses momentum as transpacific weakens
    Spot rates from Asia to the US west coast are falling despite import frontloading owing to port strike and Trump...
  • Port of Montreal operations to resume on Saturday
    Operations at the port of Montreal's box terminals are set to resume Saturday morning after a Canadian labour tribunal ordered...
  • Weak German economy hits trade at Hamburg
    Germany's biggest port blamed a weak economy and the conflicts in the Red Sea and Ukraine for a 3% drop-off...
  • How worried should we really be about cyber security?
    Lloyd's List reporter Joshua Minchin talks to cyber security experts to assess the current threat level to shipping and ask...
  • 'Different feel' to policy year justifies P&I rate hikes, argues UK Club's Taylor
    'We are seeing a much more expensive pool than we have done for a couple of years. The big question...
  • ONE brings shipmanagement function in-house with Seaspan joint venture
    Sixth-largest containership operator confirms establishment of Singapore-headquartered OneSea Solutions, which will be jointly owned by tonnage provider Seaspan, in which...
  • Experts highlight challenges curbing China's green methanol progress
    High costs, technological bottlenecks and even geo-politics are constraining the development of green methanol in China. Yet nowhere is seen...
  • One year after the Galaxy Leader hijack, it's time to free the crew
    Future of car carrier and those on board need not rest on settlement to Gaza war
  • Greek shipowners return to lift Russia crude as oil price falls below G7 cap
    Despite a price drop in oil price, tankers from the dark fleet, and Russia-owned ships - including those sanctioned by the...
  • Zemba confident shipping will deliver on e-fuels this time
    Zemba's first tender was a landmark in the decarbonisation of shipping. The green freight buyers' club hopes its second call...
  • China builds share of global newbuilding orderbook to over 70%
    Regardless of any mooted protectionist efforts, Chinese shipyards can expect to maintain an edge with most shipowners and investors owing...
  • Xi inaugurates Chancay port in Peru, unveiling the China-Latin America corridor
    Peru anticipates that the port will serve as a strategic hub for the region, enhancing trade links with the Asia-Pacific...
  • Daily Briefing
    Habben Jansen hopes customers will choose quality as Gemini launch nears | Sums to go green aren't adding up, shipping's...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
  • Prolonged US freight 'recession' to drag into 2025: transportation executives
    Shippers, brokers and trucking executives at a Traffic Club of Chicago forum all said the long freight downturn isn't finished -- but are hopeful it's nearing an end.
  • Brazil exports feel impact of congestion woes as empty equipment remains limited
    Mounting congestion brought on by peak season volumes and port construction is making it difficult for exporters in Brazil to secure empty boxes.
  • Cosco shareholders back $2.2 billion order for 12 methanol-fueled ships
    The order for the 14,000-TEU ships continues the tussle between methanol and liquefied natural gas (LNG) as the preferred fuel for the next generation of container ships.
  • US spot intermodal savings dipped in Q3, but remained above historical norms
    While intermodal providers increased pricing in Southern California, truckload carriers also raised rates as demand grew with surging port volumes, negating any modal shifts based on budgetary concerns, the latest Journal of Commerce Intermodal Savings Index showed.

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TradeWinds web site
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
  • Norwegian taxman files bankruptcy claim against hydrogen fuel cell firm Teco 2030
    Action against Narvik production base was followed by petition against parent company as guarantor
  • London Club announces rate target for 2025 after first-half underwriting loss
    Major clubs have announced planned premium rises after increases in claims following two quiet years
  • Seapeak buys Navigare Capital Partners' three-year-old LNG carrier
    What price a modern secondhand LNG carrier with time charter?
  • Sovcomflot profit and cash pile shrink as sanctions bite deeper
    But Russian state shipowner still raking in hundreds of millions of dollars from tankers and gas carriers
  • Xi leads celebrations for $1.3bn Peru port set to create Cosco shipping hub
    First phase is just the beginning as Belt and Road project takes off
  • MISC in talks for $3.3bn offshore shipping tie-up with Bumi Armada
    Malaysian groups could unify FPSO and floating gas storage fleets
  • Arc7 LNG carrier laden with Russian cargo from Yamal plant turned away by Germany
    Elsewhere Russia's shadow fleet parks up as sanctions bite
  • Master arrested in Greece after ship hits rock is accused of being in a 'drunken state'
    Seafarer may get off lightly as no serious damage or injury was caused in 11 November incident
  • Wavelength podcast: sharing fuel benchmarking profits, and the commodities bull run
    Plus: calling time on shipowners' appetite for cyber risk
  • Cargotec sells ship equipment maker MacGregor to Triton for $500m
    Cargotec to change name to Hiab after transformation
  • New York trader Jane Street reveals $162m stake in container line Zim
    US group becomes largest institutional investor in Israeli owner
  • Legal risks rise for shipping 'up and down the value chain' as FuelEU Maritime looms
    Potential for litigation higher than Emissions Trading System as emissions law puts carbon intensity limits on fuel used by shipping
  • Seaspan and Ocean Network Express forge ship management venture
    World's largest boxship owner and Japanese carrier cooperate on technical management
  • Yang Ming ship collision ends in legal dispute over meat cargo
    Lawsuit by Japanese food companies involves three other liner operators
  • US sanctions Syrian conglomerate's tanker fleet for bankrolling Iran's Quds Force and the Houthis
    Treasury blacklists new leadership after death of leader known as 'the Whale'
  • Shadow fleet VLCC linked to Russian oil transfer off Spanish enclave
    Oil analytics company Kpler tracks the Atila loading crude from shadow fleet tankers
  • Purus brings in new commercial chief Hakon Vevang from Edda Wind
    UK shipowner adds to management team again as fleet grows
  • Shadow tanker fleet's share of Russian oil shipments reaches record level
    Data from S&P Global shows Putin regime can draw on nearly 600 tankers to keep exports flowing
  • Two top CSSC executives under graft investigation by Chinese authorities
    CSSC chairman Wen Gang and vice president Du Gang said to be held in custody in Beijing
  • Hoegh Autoliners clinches contract extensions worth more than $100m
    Unnamed car maker agrees to use company vessels for a further three years

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American Shipper web site
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
  • Unions returning to work at Canada ports
    The Canada Industrial Relations Board ordered port operations to resume in British Columbia and Montreal after lockouts of union dockworkers halted container traffic.

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Shipowners call for suspending the application of the EU ETS to the maritime sector.
Brussels
Messina speaks of the ideological shortsightedness of a part of the Commission that relies on partial and imprecise market monitoring
Federlogistica expresses concern over the proposed Genoese tax on maritime passengers.
Genoa
Concerns for the overall balance of the national port ecosystem and for the operational choices of shipowners
SEA Europe disappointed by the failure to recognize the maritime manufacturing industry as a strategic sector for the EU
Port of Palermo: Administrative violations amounting to one million euros related to boating and concessions
Palermo
Over 265 vessels used for rental purposes without mandatory insurance were identified.
EU transport ministers approve incentives for trucks by amending the directive on dimensions and weights.
EU transport ministers approve incentives for trucks by amending the directive on dimensions and weights.
Brussels
Road haulage - CER, ERFA, RFF, UIP, UIRR and UNIFE denounce - can expect economic gains, but the company will have to wait for a reduction in the environmental impact of logistics.
First LNG refueling of a ferry in the port of Genoa
Genoa
500 cubic meters of bioLNG delivered to the new vessel "GNV Virgo"
ONE appoints new agency in Albania
London
Centralog Albania is based in Durres and will be fully operational by the end of the month
Genoa-based shipping broker Lockton PL Ferrari expands its operations into other sectors.
Genoa
New segments Natural Resources, Oil & Gas and Construction & Real Estate
Giampieri (Assoporti): Italy's widespread port system requires a single, stable control room.
Rome
The port reform - he stated - can be a great opportunity for all of us
Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo have signed a strategic cooperation agreement.
Frankfurt/Zurich
Synergies are expected in both the commercial and operational fields
Agreement to end EU dependence on Russian energy
Brussels
The Council-Parliament agreement provides for a gradual but definitive elimination of Russian gas imports by the end of 2027.
Assiterminal confirms its appeal to the Regional Administrative Court (TAR) regarding the indexation of concession fees.
Genoa
108 member companies reached
The ITF urges the Dutch Court of Appeal to correct its preliminary findings on maritime work.
London
Port of Piombino, the regasification terminal has created both opportunities and obstacles
Livorno
Gariglio: It is necessary to know if and for how long the "Italis LNG" will remain in port.
Fincantieri signs a memorandum of understanding on its production model and procurement.
Rome/Trieste
A step forward - underline Fim, Fiom and Uilm - for the regulation and control of the supply chain system
The Port Authority of Genoa and Savona opposes the introduction of a three-euro municipal surcharge on ferry and cruise boarding fees.
Genoa
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 3.8% last October.
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 3.8% last October.
Beijing
International volumes increased by 8.9%. Container traffic amounted to 26.4 million TEUs (+8.0%).
The composition of the International Maritime Organization's council has been renewed.
London
Rixi: Italy was once again the most voted nation
Quarterly decline in general cargo traffic at the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Genoa
During the July-September period, solid bulk cargoes also decreased. Liquid cargoes increased.
The large port of Syracuse will be equipped with a new maritime station
Assologistica applauds the approval of the new rules on pallet exchanges.
Milan
Potential savings of at least 70 million euros are estimated
Giuseppe Grimaldi confirmed as Secretary General of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Naples
Unanimous resolution of the Management Committee
Hiab acquires Brazilian loading crane supplier ING Cranes.
Helsinki
The company has 250 employees and a turnover of approximately 50 million euros.
Norwegian MPC Container Ships' revenues fell by 5.0% in the third quarter.
Oslo
Net profit was $53.6 million (-15.8%)
The Algerian port of Skikda will be equipped with a new 600,000 TEU container terminal
Algiers
It will be built as part of the oil port expansion project
Port of Rotterdam plans offshore wind terminal
Rotterdam
A public consultation has been launched
ZIM is evaluating several proposals for the purchase of the company
Haifa
Receipt of the offer submitted by Glickman and Ungar confirmed
Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk have not set a date for the return of their ships via Suez
Copenhagen/Hamburg
Maersk announces the return of its ships through the Suez Canal starting next month
Ismailia
In October, transits remained unchanged. A 16% increase is expected in November.
After 2035, Russian cargo traffic on the Arctic route could decrease
Diana Shipping offers to acquire all of Genco Shipping & Trading Ltd.
Athens/New York
Planned investment of $758 million for the remaining 85.2% of the capital
At the IMO assembly, Rixi acts as a lobbyist for the party opposed to the European Union ETS system.
London
The election of the new council of the International Maritime Organization is on Friday.
Macquarie Asset Management submits an offer to acquire Australian logistics group Qube Holdings
Sydney
Proposal worth $7.5 billion
HMM orders eight 13,400 TEU containerships from HD Hyundai Group
Seoul
Six will be built by HD Hyundai Samho and two by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries
Companies inform
Accelleron calls for cross-sector action to unlock carbon-neutral fuels for shipping
G20 economies' merchandise trade growth in the July-September quarter
Paris
Exports and imports of services are also increasing
Freewheels: New rules on payment times leave hauliers without protection.
Modena
They do not address - explains Franchini - the heart of the problem: the disproportion of bargaining power between clients and small carriers.
The Trump administration unveils a plan for the massive exploitation of offshore oil and gas fields.
Washington
The program covers areas of the outer continental shelf amounting to approximately 514 million hectares.
In the July-September quarter, ZIM's revenues decreased by -35.7%
In the July-September quarter, ZIM's revenues decreased by -35.7%
Haifa
Fleet volumes fell by 4.5%. Performance in the Asia-Europe market was very negative.
Fincantieri granted additional areas in the port of Ancona
Ancona
The company is committed to implementing a modernization and development program for the shipyard at the port of Portorož.
Assogasliquidi-Federchimica, LNG and bioGNL are strategic for the energy transition of shipping and road haulage.
Legora (Uniport): the objective of greater national coordination envisaged by the port reform is positive, but there is concern over the lack of dialogue
Legora (Uniport): the objective of greater national coordination envisaged by the port reform is positive, but there is concern over the lack of dialogue
Rome
He underlined that discussion, vision and urgent interventions are needed for the competitiveness of Italian ports.
New measures in Switzerland to promote the shift of freight from road to rail
Bern
They will be introduced to strengthen the new transalpine railway Alptransit and to encourage rail and intermodal transport
HMM and BGN joint venture for liquefied petroleum gas transportation
Seoul
The new company will charter two new 88,000 cubic meter VLGCs
Slight decline in freight traffic in the ports of Barcelona and Valencia in October
Barcelona/Valencia
Container cargo fell by -2.5% at both ports
Green light for a new site for sediments from excavations in the Venice Lagoon.
Venice
New expansion in sight for the Greek shipyard in Eleusis
Athens
Financial support from the US International Development Finance Corporation
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Hamburg grew by +3%
Hamburg
Container traffic on the rise thanks to increased transhipments
In the July-September quarter, CMA CGM's revenues decreased by -11.3%
Marseille
Record volumes of goods transported by the container fleet
The EU will abolish customs duty exemptions for goods worth less than €150.
Brussels
A temporary solution is being studied to make the measure effective as early as 2026.
BIMCO: Legal disputes threaten to hinder progress in ship recycling industry
London
Over the next decade, 16,000 ocean-going vessels will have to be scrapped, more than double the number of ships scrapped in the decade just ending.
Significant resources for the expansion of the port of Bremerhaven, also for military purposes
Bremen
Approved financing of approximately 1.35 billion euros
In the July-September quarter, freight traffic in the port of Koper decreased by -4.9%
Ljubljana
Container growth
HMM reports a 23.8% decline in quarterly revenues
HMM reports a 23.8% decline in quarterly revenues
Seoul
In the period July-September the fleet of the South Korean company transported over one million TEUs (+3.7%)
Hapag-Lloyd's revenues fell by 11.3% in the third quarter.
Hapag-Lloyd's revenues fell by 11.3% in the third quarter.
Hamburg
The fleet transported more than 3.4 million containers (+6.1%). During the period, traffic handled by HHLA port terminals grew by +4.5%.
Salvini signs the nomination of eight more presidents of Port System Authorities
Rome
The Chamber of Deputies approved Consalvo's appointment as president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Evergreen orders 14 14,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Taipei
Series of orders also for eight ship-to-shore cranes and other port equipment and for 90,500 containers
In the third quarter, the value of new orders acquired by Fincantieri grew by +44%
Trieste
MSC Cruises orders two more World-class ships from Chantiers de l'Atlantique
MSC Cruises orders two more World-class ships from Chantiers de l'Atlantique
Geneva
The contract is worth €3.5 billion. Delivery will take place in 2030 and 2031.
Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL reported negative quarterly financial performances.
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, revenues fell by -36.6%, -42.2% and -35.7% respectively.
In the July-September quarter, cargo traffic in Croatian ports decreased by -4.4%
Zagreb
Passengers on scheduled services decreased by 1.5%. Cruise passengers increased by 7.8%.
In the third quarter, Eurogate and Contship Italia port terminals handled 3.6 million TEUs (+15.6%)
In the third quarter, Eurogate and Contship Italia port terminals handled 3.6 million TEUs (+15.6%)
Hamburg
Historic traffic record in Wilhelmshaven
In the first nine months of 2025, goods in the port of La Spezia increased by +4.5%
La Spezia
Growth of +6.9% at the port of Marina di Carrara
Finnlines' revenues grew by 3.2% in the July-September period
Helsinki
Record passenger numbers onboard the fleet's ships. Cargo volumes decline.
Houthi militias announce cessation of attacks on ships in the Red Sea
Riyadh
Letter from the Chief of Staff to the Hamas Qassam Brigades
In the third quarter, traffic in the port of Venice decreased by -2.2%
Venice
Miscellaneous cargo is increasing. Bulk cargo is decreasing.
Fincantieri to build ultra-luxury cruise ship for Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Trieste
Order from NCLH worth between 500 million and 1 billion euros
Today Washington and Beijing suspended their mutual measures against ships
Beijing/Washington
Application of additional taxes postponed by one year
The Suez Canal was crossed by the largest container ship in the last two years
Ismailia
The transit of the "CMA CGM Benjamin Franklin" on Saturday
EU shipping emissions hit record levels, T&E reports
Brussels
The association reiterates its proposal to extend the ETS to smaller vessels
In September, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +18.3%
Ravenna
In the third quarter of 2025, growth was +10.6%. A +58% increase in cruises is expected in 2026.
In the first nine months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of the Southern Adriatic system decreased by -7%
Sea-Intelligence: Marked deterioration in the westbound transatlantic shipping market
Singapore
Last year, 13 seafarers died in accidents involving EU vessels.
Luxembourg
Nine deaths occurred on board fishing vessels
The European Parliament and the Council have reached an agreement on the calculation of greenhouse gas emissions from transport.
Brussels
Incentives are foreseen for small and medium-sized enterprises
The English port of Shoreham has won the ESPO Award for Social Integration of Ports.
Brussels/Rome
Assoporti received a special mention for its project on gender inequalities.
In the third quarter, the Ocean division of the Maersk group recorded a decrease in revenues of -17.4%.
In the third quarter, the Ocean division of the Maersk group recorded a decrease in revenues of -17.4%.
Copenhagen
Container ship volumes increased by 7.0%. The Danish company highlights the benefits of the VSA Gemini Cooperation.
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the final text of the proposed law on interports
Rome
Applause from the United Interports Union
ECSA and T&E welcome the STIP plan presented by the European Commission
Brussels
CER applauds measures to accelerate the development of high-speed rail
Only one proposal admitted to the competition for the construction of mooring points outside the protected waters of the Venice lagoon
Venice
It will now have to be developed by the proposing entity
The European Commission presents the plan to ensure the sustainability of maritime and air transport by guaranteeing the production of the necessary alternative fuels
Brussels
The one to accelerate the development of high-speed rail is also ready
In the third quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal grew by +2.5%
In the third quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal grew by +2.5%
Cairo/Ismailia
10.6% increase in transits in September
The first freight train opens the new Austrian Koralm railway line.
Villach
The infrastructure is part of the European Baltic-Adriatic Corridor
Lineas and FS Logistix have inaugurated the Modalink terminal joint venture.
Antwerp
Five weekly train rotations between Antwerp and Milan
Marcel Theis will be the new CEO of SBB Cargo International from January 1st.
Olten
He will take over from Sven Flore
In October, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +13.4%
Ravenna
A rise of +14.5% is expected in November
The conflict over the Genoa Municipality's additional tax on port boarding fees is escalating.
Genoa
Assarmatori, Assagenti, CLIA, Confindustria Genova and Confitarma will not participate in the technical meeting announced by the mayor.
Bulgaria, Greece, and Romania reach agreement on enhanced cooperation within the Black Sea-Aegean Corridor
Brussels
Acceleration of implementation of transport axis projects expected
The Port of Barcelona plans to halve its CO2 emissions by 2030
Barcelona
Private investments of 920 million euros and public investments of 780 million are expected.
Fincantieri reaches agreement with Bahraini ASRY to collaborate in the shipbuilding sector
Trieste
They will evaluate opportunities for the construction of naval vessels and offshore units
Salis: The municipal surcharge on boarding fees will not lead to any reduction in traffic.
Genoa
The mayor of Genoa recalls that similar measures have already been activated in other port cities
In the first year of operation, 750,000 tons of goods passed through the Parma Interporto railway terminal
Parma
Over 800 trains moved
The five ships put up for sale by Moby were sold for €229.9 million.
Vicenza
A bid equal to the starting price was submitted
PSA Italy expects to close 2025 with further growth in container traffic
Genoa
Brussels approves African joint venture between MSC and NYK
Brussels
European Commission clears Yusen Logistics' acquisition of Movianto International
Port of Genoa fines luxury cruise megayacht Vidantaworld's Elegant
Genoa
Serious violations of European ship recycling legislation found
Consalvo appointed president of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Trieste
He is the general manager of Aeroporto Friuli Venezia Giulia Spa
Promoting sustainable development and the energy transition process of the Port of Taranto
Taranto
This is provided for in an agreement between the AdSP of the Ionian Sea and GSE
The Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority (APSP) will be in Oran to present its Mediterranean Green Corridors development project.
Livorno
Among the objectives, the consolidation of relations with Algeria
The tender for the railway shunting service in the ports of Savona and Vado Ligure has been published.
Genoa
The concession duration is set at 60 months
In 2024, passenger traffic in European Union ports increased by +6.2%
Luxembourg
The three ports with the highest traffic volume are Italian
GSL invests $90 million to buy three 8,600 TEU containerships built in 2010 and 2011
Athens
Youroukos: They are the cash cows of the future
RCG launches intermodal link between Bosnia and Herzegovina and the port of Koper
Vienna
The train service to Tuzla is weekly.
The Ministry of the Interior announces an inter-ministerial meeting for the early exodus of port workers.
Rome
The goal is to identify a definitive solution within a certain timeframe.
Christening and delivery of a new PCTC of the Grimaldi Group
Naples
The "Greater Istanbul" has a cargo capacity of 9,241 CEUs
GNV strengthens its ferry service on the Naples-Palermo route.
Genoa
By December 19, the capacity on the line will increase to over 6,000 linear meters
The Marseille-Fos Port Authority will invest €1-1.3 billion by 2029.
Marseille
Agreement with MSC for the expansion of the Fos 2XL container terminal
Port workers are holding a demonstration in Rome today to demand the establishment of a Fund to support the exodus.
Rome/Genoa
The general assembly of the Sustainable Intermodal Logistics Association will be held tomorrow in Rome.
Rome
The meeting at the Auditorium Parco della Musica
Cisl and Fit Cisl Savona, for Vado Gateway 2025 has proved to be a substantially positive year
Savona
Seeking opportunities with the reopening of the Suez Canal and the recovery of some markets
In the first nine months of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Tanger Med grew by +14.9%
Anjra
118 million tons of cargo moved
Assarmatori welcomes the new regulations, which are very important for shipping companies and maritime workers.
Rome
Zanetti (Confitarma): The Simplification Decree offers more modern tools to our businesses.
Rome
Listen - he underlined - to the needs of our industry
Spediporto's conference "Take opportunities navigating trade tensions" will be held in Genoa on December 1st and 2nd.
Genoa
It will be held at the Conference Hall of Banca Bper
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National Maritime Fund: The House of Representatives approved the legislation.
Genoa
D'Amato: Measures expected for our seafarers and the competitiveness of the national fleet
Potassium permanganate seized at the Port of Genoa as part of the fight against drug trafficking.
Genoa
Operation by the Customs and Monopolies Agency and the Financial Police
Fincantieri cancels orders for four U.S. Navy frigates
Trieste
Further orders are expected for the construction of new classes of naval units
The Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority met with the port cluster to discuss the new sustainability report.
Livorno
The Italian Merchant Marine Academy celebrates its first 20 years
Genoa
During this period, 3,660 students from all over Italy graduated.
Crédit Agricole Italia financed the construction of the Grande Tianjin ship for Grimaldi Euromed.
Naples/Parma
Hapag-Lloyd expects next 45% increase in EU ETS surcharge
Hamburg
The Emissions Trading System will enter into full force on January 1st.
European Commissioner Tzitzikostas visited the Monfalcone shipyard
Trieste
Upcoming measures announced to strengthen the sector's competitiveness, resilience, innovation, and technological leadership.
The trial against Damen for alleged corruption and sanctions violations begins today
Amsterdam
The company expresses disappointment with the protracted investigation and anticipates a lengthy legal battle.
AD Ports Group has acquired a 19.3% stake in Egypt's Alexandria Container & Cargo Handling Co.
Cairo/Abu Dhabi
Saudi Egyptian Investment Company's share purchased
Corsica Sardinia Ferries has purchased the Stena Vision ferry
Vado Ligure
It will be renamed "Mega Serena"
In 2024, the turnover of the main Italian port container terminals grew by +8.1%
Milan
Traffic increased by +3.4%
Work has begun to increase container traffic capacity at the port of Thessaloniki by 40%.
Thessaloniki
The expansion of Pier 6 will be completed in 40 months
A precautionary seizure of over €100 million has been ordered against Liberty Lines.
Trapani
BLS Cargo urges Switzerland to exert tangible pressure on German rail infrastructure stakeholders.
Bern
The company denounces the dire situation of transalpine rail freight transport. Further incentives requested.
Livorno is confident in the additional one hundred million euros promised by Salvini to build the Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Salvetti: I asked how we intend to proceed with the future assignment to private individuals who have expressed interest.
The Chinese embassy in Greece responds to alleged American ambitions in the port of Piraeus.
Athens
Beijing speaks of a Cold War mentality and a hegemonic logic
The procedure for requesting access to the third year of the Sea Modal Shift grant has been activated.
Rome
Applications must be submitted by December 17th
US cruise group Viking reports strong quarterly performance growth
Los Angeles
The July-September period closed with a net profit of 514.0 million dollars (+35.4%)
Guido Pietro Bertolone is the new president of Fedit
Rome
He takes over from Giuseppe Cela, outgoing president and currently head of Fedit Servizi
Latrofa (AdSP Lazio): the ZLS will make our ports even more attractive for investors, logistics operators, and businesses.
Civitavecchia
The tool - he highlighted - can lead to a qualitative leap in terms of logistical and industrial competitiveness
Container traffic continued to decline at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach in October
Los Angeles/Long Beach
Cordero: Consumers will likely see price escalation in the coming months
Pasquale Legora de Feo has been confirmed as president of Uniport
Rome
New Technical Commission for "Cruises and Passengers" established
The expansion of the Suez Canal Container Terminal was inaugurated on Sunday.
Port Said
Capacity increase of 2.2 million TEUs per year
Katoen Natie to acquire 80% of French firm Bils-Deroo Solutions
Luxembourg
The logistics company has nearly 1,500 employees
Danaos Corporation closed the third quarter with a net profit of $130.6 million (+6.2%)
Athens
Revenues up 1.8%
In the first nine months of 2025, Circle's production value increased by +80%
Milan
As of September 30, the value of the group's multi-year backlog had grown by +66%.
APM Terminals to build and operate Laldia Container Terminal at Chittagong Port
Dhaka/The Hague
30-year concession contract signed
MPCC orders four new 4,500 TEU containerships from China
Oslo
The contract unit price is $58 million.
In October, the port of Singapore handled 31.2 million tonnes of containerized cargo (+1.0%).
Singapore/Hong Kong
In the port of Hong Kong, traffic amounted to 1.1 million TEUs (-6.9%)
DHL Group revenues decreased by 2.3% in the third quarter
Bonn
Net profit was 888 million euros (+9.5%)
Fincantieri and KAYO sign agreement for the construction and maintenance of military vessels in Albania.
Trieste
CMA Terminals (CMA CGM Group) to acquire 20% of Container Terminal Hamburg
Marseille/Hamburg
Agreement with the German Eurogate
The Municipality of Civitavecchia denounces that the Fiumicino cruise port project undermines the foundations of the law on ports
Rome/Civitavecchia/London
The project - Cruise Terminals International underlines - will be a pillar of the sustainable development of Fiumicino
Over 175 kilos of cocaine seized at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Reggio Calabria/Cagliari
Over 8,500 counterfeit items intercepted at Cagliari's Porto Canale
Global Ship Lease reports record quarterly revenue again
Athens
Youroukos emphasizes the solidity and excellent prospects of the small and medium-sized containership market
In the third quarter, Montenegro's ports handled 675 thousand tons of goods (+4.1%)
Podgorica
80.0% growth in cargoes to Italy
Svitzer acquires 66.6% of Norwegian towing company Buksér og Berging
Copenhagen
It has a fleet of approximately 35 tugboats and 25 pilot boats
The keel-laying ceremony for the new oceanographic vessel Arcadia took place in Piombino.
Piombino
Construction entrusted to T. Mariotti
The Management Committee of the Central Adriatic Port Authority has approved the 2026 budget forecast.
Ancona
An administrative surplus of 32.2 million is expected
Cruise passenger traffic at GPH terminals stable in the summer quarter
Istanbul
1,503 stopovers were recorded (+9.6%) for a total of 4.66 million passengers (+0.8%)
The UNIPORT public meeting will be held in Rome on November 19th.
Rome
Among the topics at the centre of the meeting was the port system reform project.
Ocean Network Express establishes its own shipping agency in Greece
Singapore
It will take over the activities of the ENA Shipping Agency
Regional Container Lines orders two new 14,000 TEU containerships from KSOE
Bangkok/Seongnam
MSC includes calls at Bremerhaven, Limassol and Beirut in the Levante Express service
Geneva
The line connects Northern Europe with the Mediterranean
AD Ports to acquire 20% stake in Latakia International Container Terminal
Abu Dhabi
Agreement with the CMA CGM shipping group
The Eastern Liguria Port Authority approves the 2026 budget and three-year plan.
La Spezia
The decree has been signed to begin construction on the new high-voltage electricity grid in the port of La Spezia.
A new SDC Customs Service Containers warehouse has opened in Porto Marghera.
Venice
It will be used for the storage and movement of goods at room temperature
Moby is selling five ferries at a starting price of €229.9 million.
Vicenza
Sale and lease-back agreement expected for two of the vessels
d'Amico International Shipping's quarterly financial results decline
Luxembourg
Mottola Crossbow: The fundamentals of the tanker industry remain solid.
ICTSI posts record quarterly financial and operating performance
Manila
In the period July-September, container traffic in the group's terminals grew by +12.3%
Denmark's DFDS to cut 400 jobs
Copenhagen
The group is looking for a new CEO. Record revenues were recorded in the July-September quarter.
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
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ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
Spediporto's conference "Take opportunities navigating trade tensions" will be held in Genoa on December 1st and 2nd.
Genoa
It will be held at the Conference Hall of Banca Bper
The National Maritime Fund has organised a meeting with the ITS Mare and the maritime training centres
Rome
It will be held on December 3rd in Rome
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Three UAE Firms Eye Investment In Kenya's Port, Renewable Energy, And Shipping Projects
(Capital FM Kenya)
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
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CEVA Logistics has completed the acquisition of Turkey's Borusan Logistics.
Marseille
Operation worth 383 million dollars
1,100 cars from the Chinese car manufacturer Dongfeng were unloaded in the port of Livorno
Livorno
Traffic is managed through the "Il Faldo" logistics area operated by XCA
Assiterminal, the MIT note clarifies that the 90-minute grace period applies only to waiting times
Rome/Genoa
Ferrari: The Conference of Port Authority Presidents could consider a sort of national program agreement.
Harren assigns a single brand to its heavy lift companies
Bremen
The fleet of 80 vessels will be operated under the single SAL brand.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen's revenues fell by 2% in the third quarter.
Lysaker
Net profit was $280 million (+8%)
ESPO has presented its new annual environmental report
Brussels
Climate change remains the top priority for European ports to address
Over €60 million from the PNRR for the ports of Naples and Salerno
Rome
Rixi: Let's make more effective use of European resources and accelerate the implementation of strategic projects.
Agreement between Escola Europea and DLTM to promote international mobility and maritime training
La Spezia
Synergies between the Ligurian maritime cluster and the port and training community of Barcelona
CMA CGM to register ten new 24,212 TEU containerships in the French International Register
Marseille/Copenhagen
The company will take delivery of them starting from 2026
UPS has completed its acquisition of Canada's Andlauer Healthcare Group.
Atlanta/Toronto
Operation worth 1.6 billion dollars
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