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Exim India web site
DECEMBER 18, 2024
  • Master Marine Services announces SCMTR compliance through its Digital Portal MMD3
  • HMM to launch new India-North Europe service next year
  • Merchandise exports during April-November 2024 rise
  • Coal imports up in April-Oct.
  • Manufacturing logistics market seen at $216.56 billion by 2028
  • UltraTech boosts sustainable transport by leveraging inland waterways
  • OOCL announces new China India Express 2 service (CIX2)
  • APSEZ records at Mundra and Dhamra
  • Representatives commit to using electronic trade-related documents, electronic Bill of Lading in particular
  • OOCL offers enhanced connectivity through Far East - Chennai Service 3 (FCS3)
  • Major Ports handle more coastal cargo in April-Oct.
  • ACAAI's 48th annual convention in Baku sees wide-ranging deliberation
  • Asia Pacific spot rates continue rising into Dec.
  • Delhi airport becomes India's first to connect 150 destinations

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International Transport Journal web site
DECEMBER 18, 2024
  • Shaking hands with Asia

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The Loadstar web site
DECEMBER 17, 2024
  • HMM to return to the transatlantic, as ONE teams up with Ocean Alliance
  • Apparel buyers revive alternatives in India amid Bangladesh struggles
  • 2024: UPS, the juicy 5%-yielding loser, waiting for the FedEx spin
  • The paradoxes of port productivity
  • USPS privatisation would change the dynamics of rocky US final-mile landscape
  • Ripples from Trump tariff threat rocking boats in the neighbourhood
  • Asia Pacific driving an express market set to keep delivering healthy growth
  • Charlotte Elpers appointed VP worldwide operations at KLM Cargo

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Marine Log web site
DECEMBER 17, 2024
  • GAO report slams Navy cruiser modernization efforts
    The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has released a report that is sharply critical of a Navy cruiser modernization program that began when Congress rejected Navy proposals made in 2012 and 2013
  • Anemoi completes world's largest yet rotor sail retrofit
    Anemoi Marine Technologies has completed the installation of five of its rotor sails on the 400,000 dwt very large ore carrier (VLOC) Sohar Max. Built in 2012 at China's Rongsheng shipyard, the

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Container News web site
DECEMBER 17, 2024
  • Tanker market slows as market uncertainty and high values create headwinds
    The bull market for tanker vessels that has been witnessed for most of 2024 is showing signs of slowing down according to a new report by maritime valuation and data provider VesselsValue, a Veson Nautical solution. The report: ' High tide ebbs for tanker market amid uncertainty and high values', states that despite 2024 tanker values hovering around the highest levels since 2009, the fourth quar
  • Konecranes boosts VinFast's electric vehicle production expansion in Vietnam
    Konecranes has delivered five 25-ton CXT Double Girder Cranes to VinFast Auto in Vietnam, increasing the automaker's total number of Konecranes machines to 25. The latest order, which includes TRUCONNECT Remote Monitoring, was placed in June 2024 and is now in the final stages of testing and commissioning. Trinh Van Ngan, Deputy CEO of Manufacturing at VinFast Auto, stated: "At VinFast, we are co
  • How You Can Reduce Cargo Damage in Container Shipping
    Have you ever received damaged goods or worried about the safety of your shipment? Cargo damage during container shipping can lead to financial losses, unhappy customers, and unnecessary delays. Understanding the causes of damage and how to prevent them is key to ensuring your goods arrive safely and in good condition. What Causes Cargo Damage in Container Shipping? Cargo damage in container ship
  • Kalmar to supply five terminal tractors to German terminal operator
    Kalmar has agreed to deliver five heavy terminal tractors to Seehafen Wismar, a German marine terminal operator. The deal, which also includes a four-year Kalmar Complete Care service agreement, was recorded in Kalmar's Q4 2024 order intake. The delivery of the equipment is planned for the second quarter of the next year. Michael Kremp, Managing Director of Seehafen Wismar, commented: "Kalmar has
  • Duvenbeck delivers diesel-free logistics services for ZF Saarbrücken
    The Duvenbeck Group has successfully transitioned its entire fleet serving ZF Saarbrücken in Germany to alternative, emission-free drive systems. This milestone ensures that none of the vehicles used for the automotive supplier, whether on local or long-distance routes, rely on conventional diesel fuel. This transition marks the culmination of a phased program that began in 2020 with the adoption
  • German terminals adopt new coating system for STS crane repairs
    German container terminals are adopting Steelpaint's innovative corrosion protection system, Stelcatec, to restore and maintain the paintwork on ZPMC ship-to-shore cranes, following the system's certification by the Chinese manufacturer in 2023. Stelcatec, the world's first isocyanate-free, low-VOC polyurethane coating system, is being utilized to repair damaged coatings on ZPMC cranes at contain
  • Port of Felixstowe marks new draft record
    The 16,600 TEU boxship MSC Elenoire has become the deepest draught container vessel to call in the United Kingdom. Operated by the world's largest container shipping company MSC, the vessel arrived at the Port of Felixstowe from Malaysia's port of Tanjung Pelapas with a draught of 17.1 metres. The depth of the approach channel to Felixstowe was increased by Harwich Haven Authority from 14.5 metre
  • Yang Ming announces new China-Thailand service
    Taiwanese box line Yang Ming has decided to enhance its intra-Asia network with the new China-Thailand Express (CTE) service. In early January 2025, Yang Ming will launch the CTE service, which is expected to offer flexible, reliable, and high-quality container shipping solutions. Yang Ming currently operates four services between China and Thailand. The new CTE service, offering a 21-day round-t
  • CMA CGM to use electric barge for intra-Vietnam shipments
    French ocean carrier CMA CGM is set to develop and deploy a groundbreaking zero-emission inland transport system in Vietnam. This initiative includes a 100% electric barge powered by renewable energy from a new solar farm located at Gemalink Terminal in Cai Mep, in which CMA CGM owns a 25% stake. The e-barge will operate on a 180km round trip between Binh Duong Province and the deep-sea terminal
  • Transpacific rate rebound gives box lines upper hand in contract negotiations
    Transpacific rates have shot up ahead of an increasingly likely industrial action by US East Coast port workers. This will give mainline operators bargaining power when discussing 2025 contract rates, according to Linerlytica's report. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on
  • HMM, ONE launch new service connecting India with North Europe
    South Korean container line HMM, in cooperation with Singapore-based ocean carrier Ocean Network Express (ONE), announced the launch of a new INX (India North Europe Express) service. The INX service is expected to offer a direct connection from Western India to Northern Europe and is designed as a weekly service, turning around in 11 weeks. The service will be operated by 6,000 TEU container ves
  • Port of Long Beach publishes study on battery energy storage system
    The Port of Long Beach (POLB) has released a draft study evaluating a proposed 70-megawatt battery energy storage system (BESS) by Pier S Energy Storage LLC. The facility would occupy 11,735 m² of land on the Long Beach Power Plant property at 2665 Pier S Lane and aims to enhance the reliability of California's electric grid as the state transitions to renewable energy, in line with the Californi
  • US government unveils plan for maritime industry decarbonization
    On 11 December, US President Biden unveiled the US Maritime Decarbonization Action Plan, building upon the framework outlined in the administration's US National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization. The plan outlines both immediate and long-term strategies to decarbonize the maritime sector, highlighting key actions for the federal government and private sector to address barriers to imp
  • Analysing Recent Trends and Future Projections in Global Container Market
    The global market for containerised cargo has seen notable shifts lately, influenced by changes in international trade dynamics, evolving strategies in supply chains, and regulatory updates. These developments are shaped by a mix of economic, technological, and geopolitical factors that continue to redefine the containerised trade environment.
  • APM Terminals completes two-million TEU expansion project in Medport Tangier
    APM Terminals has completed the last part of its two million TEU expansion in MedPort Tangier, which went into operation this month. With this expansion, the Moroccan terminal has a total capacity of 5.2 million TEUs annually and two two-kilometer berth length. This has been part of a three-year project that was delivered on schedule, noted APM Terminals in a statement. "Almost exactly a year ago
  • OOCL starts two new intra-Asia services
    Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) has announced two new services connecting major Chinese ports with Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent. The Far East - Chennai Service 3 (FCS3), launched on 6 December, aims to establish direct connections between multiple ports in China, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, and East India. The port rotation of the service will be Nansha - Shekou - Ho Chi Minh
  • Container lines unveil Transatlantic services
    Singapore-headquartered Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced three North Europe Transatlantic services, effective from February 2025, which will be operated together with CMA CGM, COSCO, Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) and Evergreen, as part of a vessel-sharing cooperation. Jeremy Nixon, CEO of ONE, said, "AS ONE we look forward to our new collaboration with CMA CGM, COSCO, OOCL and Ev
  • Hiab and Ring Power Lift Trucks partner on MOFFETT dealership in Florida
    Hiab, a subsidiary of Cargotec, has entered into a significant dealer agreement with Ring Power Lift Trucks in Florida, to distribute MOFFETT truck-mounted forklifts and provide related services. Ring Power Lift Trucks, based in Jacksonville, Florida, operates as the material handling and forklift division of Ring Power Corporation. In addition, the company represents a range of top brands, inclu

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Splash web site
DECEMBER 17, 2024
  • China Merchants signs for newcastlemax newbuild brace
    China Merchants Energy Shipping (CMES) has struck a lease deal for a pair of scrubber-fitted newcastlemax bulker newbuilds delivering in 2026. The Shanghai-listed diversified shipping arm of China Merchants Group said in a filing it would be paying around $100m to take 210,000 dwt vessels on charter from China Merchants Financial Leasing for five years. ...
  • Giant 400,000 dwt VLOC sets new wind installation record
    Anemoi Marine Technologies has completed the installation of five rotor sails onboard the 400,000 dwt VLOC Sohar Max making it the largest vessel to receive wind propulsion technology to date. Sohar Max is a first-generation Valemax, built in 2012 in China's Rongsheng shipyard, and owned by Omani shipowner Asyad. The rotor sails were retrofitted onto ...
  • Diana Shipping fixes kamsarmax to China Resource Chartering
    New York-listed Greek bulker owner Diana Shipping has entered into a time charter contract with China Resource Chartering for one of its kamsarmax vessels. The company hired the 2013-built, 75,403 dwt bulker Maera. The gross charter rate is $8,400 per day, minus a 5% commission paid to third parties, for a period until a minimum of ...
  • Halkidon Shipping sells LR2
    Greek tanker player Halkidon Shipping has sealed a deal privately, doubling its money offloading the 14-year-old 112,700 dwt, New Times-built LR2 tanker Elli. This ship was purchased in a bank-driven sale in 2018, adding one of the last ships from Gregory Callimanopoulos's Toisa for $22m. The vessel has now been sold and renamed Nilanga and is listed ...
  • Kontor 17 seals newbuild brace in China
    Kontor 17 MPM of Germany is expanding its fleet with a pair of general cargo newbuilds in China. Newbuilding sources report the Hamburg-based outfit has contracted 5,200 dwt units at Jiangsu Dajin Heavy Industry. No price has been divulged for the order. The yard, which has several German owners on its newbuilding project list, is ...
  • Dark fleet still growing by 10 tankers a month
    Broker BRS has provided an update of the size of what it terms as the grey tanker fleet, ships suspected of carrying oil linked to Iran, Venezuela, Syria, North Korea or Russia. Despite slowing, the grey fleet is still growing by around 10 tankers a month, according to BRS, and now stands at a total ...
  • Insurance checks instituted for Russian shadow fleet passing through the Baltic
    A number of European nations have followed the lead taken by the UK in demanding insurance details from Russian-linked ships passing through their waters, something that is expected to put pressure on Russia's exports through the Baltic. The UK started this crackdown in October, challenging so-called shadow fleet vessels with what the government described as ...
  • HMM returns to transatlantic trades
    After a seven-year hiatus, HMM, South Korea's top containerline, will return to the transatlantic trades next February. The new service - Transatlantic 1(TA1) - connects Northern Europe and the US west coast, via the Panama Canal with stops including at Miami. It will be operated in conjunction with Ocean Network Express (ONE), its Japanese partner ...
  • Taylor Maritime Investments set for rebrand
    Pursuant to a shareholder vote next month, London-listed dry bulk concern Taylor Maritime Investments will change its name to Taylor Maritime Limited. "Following completion of the acquisition of Grindrod Shipping Holdings Ltd on 16 August 2024, the Board has concluded that the TMI Group's current and future activities are more reflective of a commercial company ...
  • EU extends Somali naval operation through to 2027
    With the return this year of Somali piracy after a near six-year hiatus, the European Union has decided to extend Operation Atalanta, its naval operation off the Horn of Africa for another two years through to the end of February 2027. Ships sailing off the Somali coast have been urged by Operation Atalanta to maintain ...
  • H-Line Shipping to install AI tech on 30 ships
    Avikus, HD Hyundai's autonomous and remote navigation subsidiary, will deploy its technology on 30 ships belonging to compatriot Korean firm, H-Line Shipping. HiNAS Control is an AI-powered autonomous navigation system developed by Avikus, integrating data from various navigation devices and sensors to guide and control ships along optimal routes and speeds. Previously, Avikus demonstrated up ...
  • Baltic Exchange launches free FuelEU Maritime calculator
    From 1 January 2025, voyages that include port calls in the European Union will have to account for the new FuelEU Maritime regulation. This new regulation is designed to accelerate the uptake of renewable and low-carbon fuels in maritime transport to drastically reduce onboard greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Europe. FuelEU Maritime is the latest ...

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Lloyd's List web site
DECEMBER 17, 2024
  • Could Trump support for dockworkers spur longer US port strike?
    It's still possible that USMX, representing ocean carriers, could buckle on port automation prior to the next strike deadline. But...
  • UK expands sanctions on Russia's 'shadow fleet' and targets trader
    The UK has announced fresh sanctions targeting 20 tankers hauling Russian oil and a prominent oil trader as the UK...
  • Shipping is only going to get more complex, says V.Group chief executive
    V.Group chief executive René Kofod-Olsen explains why the rapid influx of regulatory requirements for shipping, growing pressure to digitalise operations...
  • 2025 is IMO's last chance on climate, says academic
    Next year's IMO meetings are the last chance for the regulator to protect the planet and its credibility, says green...
  • The week in charts: Commodity shipping rates sink to new 2024 lows | Vehicle carrier operators continue to ply Suez Canal route to Europe | EU blacklists a further 52
    Tankers, bulkers and LNG carriers simultaneously and counter-seasonally slump, Chinese and South Korean car carriers continue to use Suez Canal...
  • Chinese and South Korean vehicle carrier operators continue to ply Suez Canal route to Europe
    China Merchants Group, Cosco and SAIC are utilising the Suez Canal irregularly to deliver cars to Europe. South Korean carrier...
  • EU extends Operation Atalanta amid Somali piracy resurgence
    The European Naval Force's (Eunavfor) operation was launched in late 2008 to combat growing levels of piracy in the waters...
  • Baltic countries to check dark fleet insurance
    The Nordic-Baltic 8 countries plus Poland, the Netherlands, Germany and the UK have agreed to take further steps to "disrupt...
  • Skuld hints at price hikes after substantial interim underwriting loss
    Pool costs double at International Group affiliate
  • The Daily View: EU sanctions reach China
    Your latest edition of Lloyd's List's Daily View - the essential briefing on the stories shaping shipping
  • Samsung Heavy sells R&D centre for $278m to strengthen financial position
    The shipbuilder has returned to profit after eight consecutive years of operating losses, but the financial legacy of its darkest...
  • HMM returns to transatlantic trade with new Europe-US service
    Aside from the transatlantic service, the South Korean carrier has also teamed up with ONE to strengthen its India-West network
  • US strikes Houthi target in Yemeni capital
    The US has struck a Houthi 'command and control facility' in Sana'a, Centcom said. The facility 'was a hub for...
  • China Merchants continues expanding fleet with $100m newcastlemax lease deal
    A five-year lease at $100m appears slightly overpriced compared to the newbuilding cost, but it enables earlier delivery
  • Daily Briefing
    Fears grow over future abandonment - not scrapping - of dark fleet tankers | Iran oil exports to China snarled...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
DECEMBER 17, 2024
  • Carriers seek Panama Canal surcharges due to reservation system changes
    Both CMA CGM and MSC will add a surcharge to trans-Pacific cargo transiting the canal beginning Jan. 1, pointing to higher operating costs thanks to a new system of reserving transits through the waterway.
  • DAT acquires Trucker Tools in move to reduce load board driver churn
    The acquisition of Trucker Tools will give DAT access to carrier positioning data to arm its truckload broker customers.
  • Domino-effects await if ILA strikes again: analyst
    One additional risk to a threatened strike at US East and Gulf Coast ports, which the container shipping industry did not have in October, is that the potential disruption would come just as new alliance networks are to be phased in, writes analyst Lars Jensen.
  • Carriers implement Panama Canal surcharges amid reservation system changes
    Both CMA CGM and MSC will add a surcharge to trans-Pacific cargo transiting the canal beginning Jan. 1, pointing to higher operating costs thanks to a new system of reserving transits through the waterway.
  • Front-loading of ocean cargo diminishing, C.H. Robinson CEO says
    While US customers are importing more than usual, C.H. Robinson Worldwide's CEO Dave Bozeman doesn't see a 'major material' pull-forward of goods in the last weeks before a potential US longshore strike.
  • Ocean carriers outline new trans-Atlantic services from Feb. 1
    Holes in the Atlantic port network are being plugged as ONE, the Ocean Alliance and HMM prepare for February's launch of the new container shipping groupings.

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TradeWinds web site
DECEMBER 17, 2024
  • Russian authorities declare state of emergency as oil washes ashore after twin tanker incidents
    A third vessel in fleet of Volgotanker issues distress call
  • UK start-up launches prototype autonomous vessel backed by government funding
    Liquid hydrogen-fuelled ship was built on the Isle of Wight and launched in Plymouth
  • Freight Investor Services launches Geneva desk to fuel global growth
    Derivatives broker opens third new office this year to follow Greek and US moves
  • Keir Starmer slaps sanctions on 20 more tankers as UK list tops 100 ships
    Prime minister says number of vessels designated in UK is now the highest in the world
  • Eidesvik eyes order of ammonia-fuelled PSV backed by Norwegian state cash
    Potential newbuilding deal contingent on securing a long-term contract for ground-breaking ship
  • It was a marathon not a sprint: Patience paid off in Saltchuk-OSG courtship
    An early stake, a first advance, an 'insult' and a happy resolution to the deal
  • Njord Partners' Geoquip steps up operations with conversion of former Atlantica PSV
    Swiss owner has added seventh vessel to its fleet for geotechnical work
  • Shadow fleet still growing by 10 tankers per month as sanctions noose fails to tighten, BRS says
    Shipbroker says Russia continues to export oil relatively unhindered by increased sanctions
  • Mercuria linked to charter of JP Morgan LNG carrier newbuilding duo
    Vessels rumoured snapped up on index-linked rate as market wallows in exceptionally weak state
  • Cosco said to be furthering LPG shipping ambitions with VLGC order
    State-owned China giant is expanding the smallest sector in its huge fleet
  • Moundreas family finds Far East buyers hungry for ageing tonnage
    State-owned Indonesian firm and undisclosed Vietnamese interests pick up NGM supramax and chemical tanker
  • Swedish Club publishes children's book as a Christmas gift to absent seafarers
    Insurer teams up with Mental Health Support Solutions to help youngsters missing loved ones during the festive period
  • Shadow fleet tankers face insurance checks under plans mooted by EU nations
    Scheme will build on efforts by the UK and Estonia to step up inspections of ageing vessels
  • Rasmussen Group tightens grip on Shearwater fleet with loan and share deals
    Norwegian company converts debt into equity and buys Schlumberger stake
  • Deal of the year: How Navig8 founders sold their $1bn shipping 'ecosystem'
  • John Fredriksen-backed Edda Wind CEO Kenneth Walland to step down
    CFO Hermann H Overlie will act as interim CEO
  • Utkilen converts chemical tanker to run on LNG
    Norwegian owner also carrying out efficiency retrofits on another vessel
  • Vitol shells out $47m to take over Oslo-listed technology operation
    Denmark's WPU is ready to roll out its equipment worldwide
  • Oldendorff extends bulker sales drive as it offloads newcastlemax to Chinese owner
    Scrubber-fitted vessel is said to have found a new home with low-profile owner Bohai Shipping
  • Pareto Securities sees 'fantastic' global demand for shipping bonds
    Nordic high-yield bond market attracts international issuers and investors
  • After a year of attacks, Houthis plan shipping security seminar
    Scourge of commercial shipping welcomes insights for discussions on navigation in the Red Sea
  • Star Bulk rejigs dividend policy and beefs up share buyback plan
    Changes are making the company 'more flexible' amid low share prices, CEO Petros Pappas says
  • China Merchants lines up $100m long-term lease deal for two bulk carrier newbuildings
    Duo will be delivered in 2026 to begin five-year leases
  • Hing Chao: How I'm transforming a legacy business into a start-up
    Diversification is paying off for a shipowner that views itself as different
  • Wah Kwong grows its managed fleet to 90 vessels with more Chinese ships
    Ten more vessels from BG Shipping from leasing giant Bank of Communications see diversification continue
  • H-Line to use AI-based navigation systems on 30 vessels
    South Korean shipowner to install systems from HD Hyundai venture

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American Shipper web site
DECEMBER 17, 2024
  • November container flows a torrent at Port of LA
    Continuing consumer demand and frontloading by importers in November helped the Port of Los Angeles to double-digit gains in container volumes.
  • Near Red Sea, US forces strike Houthi base in Yemen
    American military forces protecting Red Sea shipping launched an airstrike against Houthi rebel bases inside Yemen.

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In the second quarter, container traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -2.8% while in Savona-Vado it grew by +76.3%
Genoa
In the Ligurian capital, the transhipment share decreased, while the Savona port benefited.
Fincantieri records strong growth in half-year financial performance and new orders
Rome
In the first six months of 2025, orders totaled 14.7 billion euros (+93.5%)
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
Cairo
1,248 tankers (-2.7%) and 1,826 other types of vessels (-8.5%) passed through
CMA CGM's net profit fell by 140% in the second quarter.
Marseille
Revenues stable. The French shipping group is interested in acquiring Hutchison Ports' terminals.
Royal Caribbean closes second quarter with record net profit
Miami
The April-June period was very positive
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Omaha/Atlanta
First coast-to-coast cargo rail network
Gurrieri resigns as Special Commissioner of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Trieste
The atypical reverse charge for the logistics sector will become applicable tomorrow
Milan
Ruggerone (Assologistica): one of the most strategic reforms we helped build is being implemented
Policy brief on cyber threats that pose risks to port infrastructure
Tallinn
It was developed by the NATO Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence
Interferry urges the EU Commission to harmonize its shipping decarbonization regulations with those of the IMO
Victoria
Failure to align - the association warned - will force shipping companies to pay twice for emissions.
In the second quarter of 2025, Chinese seaports handled 79.1 million containers (+6.1%)
Beijing
Total freight traffic was three billion tons (+3.3%), of which 1.3 billion tons were with foreign countries (+1.9%).
CK Hutchison announces plans to include a Chinese investor in the consortium to sell Hutchison Ports
Hong Kong
Without the participation of the COSCO shipping group, China would not authorize the sale
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Columbus
The container ship caught fire and sank near the port of Colombo
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
Piraeus
The AHTS "Giant" is leaving
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Milan/Luxembourg
The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
In the second quarter, the port of Valencia handled over 1.5 million containers (+4.0%)
In the first half of 2025, the amount of new orders to Chinese shipyards fell by -18.2%
Beijing
A decrease of -3.5% in new construction completed in the period was recorded
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Trieste grew by +3.7%
Trieste
Bulk cargo increased. Miscellaneous cargo fell by 13.2%.
CMA CGM and TotalEnergies form joint venture for LNG bunkering in the Port of Rotterdam.
Marseille
Agreement to supply 360,000 tons of liquefied natural gas per year to the French group's ships
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Spanish ports decreased by -4.7%
Madrid
All the main product categories are decreasing except for conventional goods
Brookfield Asset Management to sell 49% of British port group PD Ports to Spain's Pontegadea
Middlesbrough
The English company has over 1,400 employees
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
Rotterdam
The port authority is alarmed by the state of crisis in the national industry.
The electrification of the docks in the ports of Livorno, Piombino and Portoferraio is proceeding according to plan.
Third dock for cruise traffic in the port of Catania
Catania
Pier 25's restyling completed
Another quarter of decline in freight traffic at the port of Algeciras
Algeciras
In the period April-June, containers amounted to 1.24 million TEUs (+1.0%)
A new tax applied to cruise passengers disembarking in national ports came into force today in Greece.
Athens
Belgian rail freight company Lineas receives €61 million government loan
Brussels
The measure was approved last night by the restricted council of ministers
ERTMS installation completed on 1,400 kilometers of Italian railway network
Rome
The project is financed with 2.5 billion euros from PNRR funds.
Wärtsilä's quarterly financial and commercial results are positive.
Helsinki
The Marine Electrical Systems division will be sold to the Italian company VINCI Energies.
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
Barcelona
The mayor: For the first time in history, a limit is placed on the growth of cruises in the city.
MSC and Moby have presented their commitments to meet the AGCM's requirements.
Rome
Shipping Agencies Services will sell its 49% stake in Moby, waiving the consideration in favor of the majority shareholder. Moby commits to completely repaying its debt to SAS.
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Washington
Folgiero: Commitment to deliver next-generation capabilities in full alignment with U.S. strategic priorities
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the appointment of four presidents of Italian Port System Authorities.
Rome
The names proposed for the Port System Authorities of the Southern Adriatic, Central-Northern Tyrrhenian, Western Liguria, and Eastern Liguria have been approved. Voting on the Northern Tyrrhenian Authority has been postponed.
Information exchange between state administrations for the digitalization of the maritime sector begins
Rome
The first operational meeting at the Coast Guard General Command in Rome
The Clean Maritime Fuels Platform suggests measures to support the production and distribution of clean marine fuels
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new monthly and quarterly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the period April-June, 29.4 million TEUs were handled (+4.5%)
Sharp increase in cases of seafarers abandoning their ships
London
2,286 crew members from 222 ships involved as of early 2025
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Geneva
North America saw the strongest quarterly growth in imports
In the port of Antwerp-Bruges containers and rolling stock are increasing and other types of goods are decreasing
Antwerp
Traffic congestion continues at the airport, with the situation on the landside becoming critical
A study denounces the delay of European ports in equipping themselves with cold ironing facilities.
Brussels/Pozzallo
The tender to electrify the docks of the port of Pozzallo has begun.
T&E proposes to include more non-EU transhipment ports to avoid carbon leakage
Brussels
The association calls on the EU Commission to reduce the current threshold of 65% of transhipment traffic
Federlogistica urges the immediate establishment of a control room on tariffs
Genoa
The aim is also to eliminate extra costs caused by bureaucracy.
Containerized cargo handled through the port of Singapore fell by 2.9% in the second quarter.
Singapore
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Cairo
The negative trend continued in June and early July
Terminal operators are not at all satisfied with a policy that seems to have no interest in ports
Rome
Cognolato: It is essential to close the ongoing trials on several fronts.
The largest ship ever to dock at Cagliari's Porto Canale at the MITO terminal.
Milan
The container ship "MSC Venice" with a capacity of 16,652 TEU arrived yesterday
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
North Bergen/Metzingen
South Korean HD Hyundai, together with German NEURA Robotics, will develop and test welding robots in shipyards
The toll of the horrific attack on the bulk carrier Eternity C in the Red Sea is still uncertain.
Mandaluyong/London/Brussels
Joint statement by ICS, BIMCO, European Shipowners, Intercargo and Intertanko
In the first half of 2025, bulk cargo increased and general cargo decreased in the port of Marseille-Fos
Marseille
Cruise passengers increase by +5%
The Senate has approved the framework law on interports
Rome
UIR, gives the Italian interport system a modern, orderly and coherent regulatory framework
Carlo De Ruvo was elected president of Confetra
Rome
Among the challenges, the uncontrolled expansion of large logistics groups and their concentration
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Kuala Lumpur
The number of acts of violence against crews is decreasing
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Oslo/Athens/Paris
One of the top three operators in the OT/IoT services market for the maritime and superyacht sectors will be created
Attacks on ships in the Red Sea still cause deaths among seafarers
Portsmouth
Liberian-flagged bulk carrier " Eternity C" targeted
Canadian shipbuilding company Davie acquires second shipyard in Finland
Helsinki/Pori
It will buy the Enersense Offshore shipyard
Amendment on Port Labor Supply Agencies Approved
Rome
Immediate transformation into Agencies authorised to provide temporary port work
Salvini appoints a manager of a private shipping company from Campania as president of the regional AdSP
Rome
This is Eliseo Cuccaro, CEO of Alilauro
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Berlin
This is proposed by an analysis by the International Council on Clean Transportation
IMO and EU condemn renewed attacks on ships in the Red Sea
London/Brussels
Dominguez: New violation of international law and freedom of navigation
In the second quarter of this year, Finnlines' revenues decreased by -5.0%.
Helsinki
Net profit of 26.1 million euros (+7.7%)
Container traffic in the Port of New York remained stable in the April-June quarter.
New York
An increase of +4.9% was recorded in the first half of 2025
The Chamber of Deputies approves the appointment of the presidents of five Port System Authorities.
Rome
They are Davide Gariglio, Francesco Rizzo, Eliseo Cuccaro, Francesco Benevolo and Giovanni Gugliotti
Latrofa appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Port Authority of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea
Rome
Ministerial decree signed
The PNRR tender for interports has been reopened.
Rome
Resources available amounting to 2.2 million euros
Port of Livorno: Workers are the priority in the LTM crisis
Livorno
UPS's quarterly earnings performance declines
Atlanta
Net income in the April-June quarter was $1.28 billion (-8.9%)
Approval for the 2025 budget variation of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
500 thousand euros for the 49% share held by the Port Agency company
FHP Group acquires the remaining 10% stake in Lotras
Milan/Foggia
The integration between Lotras and CFI Intermodal will begin to create FHP Intermodal.
OITAF scientific document on good practices in the logistics and transport of fresh fruit and vegetables
Milan
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has joined the PLIKA
Livorno
Platform dedicated to training, innovation and knowledge sharing in the logistics and port sectors
Matteo Paroli's nomination as president of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been signed.
Rome
He has a degree in law and a specialization in administrative law.
Container throughput increases in Haropa Port, while bulk cargo decreases.
Le Havre
In the first half of this year, containers were 1.51 million TEUs (+4%)
Bureau Veritas reports a 9.8% quarterly increase in revenues in the Marine & Offshore segment
Courbevoie
Kalmar and Konecranes increase new orders in the April-June quarter
Helsinki
The turnover of the two Finnish companies is slightly increasing
Container traffic in the port of Barcelona fell by 12.2% in the second quarter.
Barcelona
Assiterminal threatens a new wave of appeals against regulations it believes are damaging to port operations
Genoa
2M Logistics signs an agreement with Salerno-based Gallozzi
Barendrecht
The Dutch company will represent GF Logistics, a subsidiary of the Italian group, in the Benelux region.
Swiss company Kuehne+Nagel's quarterly profits fell
Schindellegi
In the period April-June of this year, net turnover grew by +1.7%
Yang Ming orders three 8,000 TEU container ships from Nihon Shipyard and Imabari Shipbuilding
Keelung/Imabari
Contract valued at $351.3-394.5 million
Italia Nostra reiterates its strong concerns about the construction of the Fiumicino-Isola Sacra port.
Rome
European maritime cities, destinations for cruise tourism - the association highlights - denounce the phenomenon of over-tourism in the cruise sector
Egypt's first automotive terminal has come into operation at Port Said East.
East Port Said
It can accommodate two car carriers at the same time
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Tepsa has acquired a liquid bulk terminal in the port of Rotterdam.
Singapore/Rotterdam
It was sold by Global Energy Storage Holdings
The Spinelli Group has approved its 2024 sustainability report.
Genoa
Of the company's 616 direct employees, 49% are under the age of 50.
In the second quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by +1.6%
Ankara
Cargoes to and from Italy amounted to 12.7 million tons (+10.1%)
Extension of the Simplified Logistics Zone for Genoa Ports and Dry Ports to the Savona, Vado Ligure, and Bergeggi areas.
Genoa
Approval from the ZLS Steering Committee
Isotta Fraschini Motori has inaugurated a new production line for hydrogen fuel cell systems in Bari.
Trieste
They will be used for naval and land solutions
The Grande Shanghai , the Grimaldi Group's first ammonia-ready car carrier, has been christened.
Naples
It has a load capacity of 9,000 CEUs.
The Port of Genoa, FILT, and UILT have declared a five-day strike at the Bettolo Terminal.
Genoa
Fit Cisl Liguria expressed solidarity with the workers
The tender for the dredging of the commercial dock basin at the port of Ancona has been published.
Ancona
The removal of approximately 730 thousand cubic meters of sediment is planned
Tender for the restoration and enhancement of docks 32 and 33 in the Deep Sea Zone of the port of Savona
Genoa
An investment of over 6.7 million euros is expected
There are 1,100 workers in Palermo directly employed in the seaside tourism sector
Palermo
This year, cruise traffic is expected to grow by 9.4% in the port of the Sicilian capital.
Six-month growth of +9% in freight on the St. Petersburg-India/China maritime route
Fly
FESCO operates six vessels in the service
Port of Trieste: Special Commissioner Gurrieri under investigation for money laundering
Trieste
I am certain - he declared - that I can demonstrate that I acted legally, in full transparency.
Vard signs new contract for the construction of two CSOVs
Trieste
The vessels will be used to support operations in the offshore wind sector
UIR welcomes the publication of the tender for the digitalization of the logistics chain.
Rome
Di Caterina (ALIS): a concrete tool that enhances the needs of businesses and strengthens the logistics system
GNV celebrated its first ten years of activity on the Italy-Albania route
Durres
During the period, the company's ships carried over 1.25 million passengers
A shipment of over 1.2 tons of marijuana was seized at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Reggio Calabria/Catanzaro
Members of a criminal organization that imported drugs from South America through European ports and airports have been arrested.
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build seven 15,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Walden to sell healthcare logistics business to Yusen Logistics
Paris
Exclusive negotiations announced
Solinas (Sardinian Action Party) is not at all satisfied with the state of Sardinian ports
Cagliari
The immediate establishment of a special commission is urged
ANSI welcomes the introduction of the information dashboard for managing private procurement contracts in logistics.
Rome
D'Angelo: it will allow the country to take another step forward
Russo (Confcommercio): excluding road transport from the PNRR funding was shortsighted.
Rome
First bulletin from the Freight Insights Observatory produced by the National Center for Sustainable Mobility
ABB Group posts sharp growth in quarterly financial and business performance
Zurich
In the period April-June the value of new orders grew by +16.0%
Informal consultations have begun on the preliminary proposal for the new Ancona Port Master Plan.
Ancona
Eleven meetings scheduled for July
Program agreement for preparatory and functional interventions for the construction of the bridge over the Strait of Messina
Rome
It was signed today in Rome
Project to develop an ecological station for the treatment of wastewater from ships
Naples
Initiative of the Neapolitan Group of the Cenere and Iello Landing
Assiterminal urges against bringing sediment from the Bagnoli dredging project into the port of Naples.
Genoa
Cognolato and Ferrari: It is essential to safeguard the full functionality of the commercial port's activities.
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach fell 3.4% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
A decline of -16.4% was recorded in June
Paolo Pessina has been appointed vice president of Conftrasporto-Confcommercio.
Rome
He is president of the national federation of maritime agents and brokers
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by -8.2% in the second quarter
Hong Kong
A decrease of -13.7% was recorded in June
Cuneo-based logistics company Nord Ovest is seeing growing financial results.
Wedge
Construction work on a new depot in Mondovì will be completed in early 2026.
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles grows driven by fears of new tariffs
Los Angeles
June saw the highest volume ever recorded for this month
The Management Committee of the Sardinia Sea Port Authority has adopted the DPSS
Cagliari
Green light for the concession to MITO and the appeal against the rejection of Olbia's dredging project.
Three events in Genoa for three new Explora Journeys cruise ships.
Genoa
A technical launch, a coin laying and the cutting of the first sheet metal were carried out at the Fincantieri shipyard
Grimaldi sells 5% of Terminal Darsena Toscana to Livorno Port Company
Naples/Livorno
Option to purchase an additional 5% of the share capital
Concession agreement signed that assigns management of the port of Tartous to DP World
Damascus
It has a lifespan of 30 years
Matteo Gasparato appointed president of the Northern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He was appointed extraordinary commissioner of the same port authority
Meeting in Rome between the heads of ESPO and Assoporti
Rome
Among the topics addressed, the competitiveness of European ports in the current global context
Chinese airline OOCL reports quarterly decline in scheduled service revenues
Hong Kong
Cargo transported by the company's ships is increasing
Collaboration between the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority and the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority
Rome
Agreement with an initial duration of five years
Survey in Germany on the prospects of companies in the maritime, port and shipbuilding sectors
Hamburg
Shipowners are more concerned. Positive prospects for ports and shipyards.
Port of Augusta: Work begins on a third bridge connecting the island to the mainland.
Augusta
Work worth over 20 million euros
Vard signs contract with InkFish for new research vessel
Trieste
The deal is worth more than 200 million euros.
1.1 billion euros will be invested in the port of Hamburg to strengthen the container sector
Hamburg
Improving accessibility and port infrastructure in the Waltershofer Hafen area
Meyer Turku delivered the new Star of the Seas cruise ship to Royal Caribbean
Turku
It has a gross tonnage of 250,800 tons
ESPO calls for increased funding for ports under the next EU Multiannual Financial Framework
Brussels
The CEF programme funds have proven to be far from sufficient
Fincantieri delivers the new Oceania Allura cruise ship to Oceania Cruises.
Miami/Trieste
Two additional Sonata-class ships have been converted into orders.
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
Confindustria event on the sea economy in Rome on July 15th
Rome
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Why Malta is objecting to a new price cap on Russian oil
(timesofmalta.com)
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Uniport: Bringing debris from Bagnoli to the port of Naples would postpone long-awaited dredging.
Rome
Legora de Feo: It's necessary to find alternative solutions.
Taiwanese companies Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenues.
Keelung/Taipei
In the period April-June it fell by -18.7%, -26.5% and -8.6% respectively
The establishment of the Information Dashboard for the management of private procurement contracts in logistics has been approved.
In May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +1.4%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
EU approves joint purchase of port equipment by terminal operators
Brussels
Joint definition of minimum technical specifications of equipment is also permitted
Serbian energy group EPS will import coal through the Montenegrin port of Bar
Bar
Currently imports from Indonesia pass through the port of Constanta
Fincantieri Foundation and Luiss University launch a project to strengthen the safety of underwater infrastructure.
Trieste
Among the objectives, contribute to the definition of a specific regulatory framework
Freewheeling: The government's U-turn on anti-mafia controls in the road haulage sector is a welcome development.
Modena
Franchini: If the government has realized it made a mistake, that's good news.
Agostinelli (AdSP Tirreno Meridionale e Ionio): the amendment that allows for the early transformation of the Gioia Tauro Port Agency is extremely important.
Confindustria's event on the maritime economy will take place in Rome on July 15th.
Rome
The confederation's strategic document on the sector will be presented
Kerala seeks $1.1 billion from MSC in damages over MSC Elsa 3 sinking
Thiruvananthapuram
Temporary detention of the vessel "MSC Akuteta II" granted
Trasportounito requests the cancellation of the renewal procedure of the Central Committee of the Register of Hauliers
Rome
New seizure of a load of cocaine in the port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
16 bags containing 417 kilos of drugs were found in a container
MOL and Kinetics to build world's first floating data center
Tokyo
It will be installed on a vessel of 9,731 gross tonnage
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