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Exim India web site
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
  • India's export surge in Oct. driven by electronics, engineering, agri products
  • IAPH commends Mormugao Port's exceptional commitment to decarbonisation and sustainability
  • KMTC inaugurates key CSR initiative for shipping community
  • 100% rail electrification complete from Jasai to JN Port
  • EFC Logistics & Carrier Transicold host reefer training seminar, demonstrating commitment to industry growth & knowledge sharing
  • Revised port dues and pilotage charge at Hazira Port
  • India seen in sweet spot with Trump's win
  • DGTR recommends anti-dumping duties on PV glass from China, Vietnam
  • Govt seen unlikely to cut import duty on wheat
  • GST returns to be time-barred from 2025
  • US warships shoot down Houthi drones, missiles
  • India becomes biggest exporter of fuel to the EU
  • UltraTech to deploy 100 more EV trucks in its logistics operations
  • Textile exporters hoping for increased US market share
  • MSC introduces a new direct service from Eastern Cape region to Northern Europe
  • Port of Antwerp-Bruges launches new rail connections to Germany and Hungary
  • ONE's new Pakistan Gulf Express service

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International Transport Journal web site
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
  • Turkey as a railfreight hub
  • Intermodal train to link Le Havre and Lyon
  • Turkish intermodal operator sells road network
  • From a shipping line to a terminal operator
  • Schenker trials 35 m long road trains
  • A CEO for Middle East & North Africa
  • Final approval granted for HHLA takeover
  • Fashion logistics in Louvres
  • SAS Cargo awards handling contract to WFS
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • FedEx augments capabilities in Latin America
  • Five decades of innovation
  • Sustainable shipping at port of Bilbao
  • MOL to back Metaprop

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The Loadstar web site
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
  • Hapag-Lloyd reveals rotation changes to Asia-Europe CGX service
  • US 'de minimis' rises its head again as shipments hit a billion a year
  • APM Terminals - a little gem hiding in plain sight
  • TIACA's ACF and North America strikes
  • Hard-hit Russian Railways hikes prices to help pay for new locos
  • OceanX: Lame ducks everywhere - tougher times call for greater confidence
  • Update your tech to attract the 'next gen', but retain vital 'institutional knowledge'
  • Pioneering methanol retrofit adds new chapter to 'phoenix' Maersk Halifax
  • Emirates airline and Iceland join Move to -15C Coalition
  • Peregrine Storrs-Fox moves to consultancy role after 40 years with TT Club
  • Maersk M&A specialist Peter Wikström to be APMT's new CFO

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Marine Log web site
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
  • OSM Thome brings AI on board fleetwide
    Arendal, Norway-headquartered ship manager OSM Thome is to deploy software from German maritime AI pioneer Kaiko Systems across its entire fleet. OSM Thome says that this will streamline inspection processes, data collection,
  • VIDEO: Vard delivers new CSOV Norwind Helm
    Vard has delivered the commissioning service operation vessel Norwind Helm to Norwind Offshore. The vessel was named in Ålesund, Norway, Nov. 15, and went to work the following day. It is the

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Container News web site
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
  • Box volumes at SC Ports shrink due to USEC three-day strike
    South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) continues to play an important role in the US Southeast's logistics and trade industry, having moved 847,107 TEUs in a four-month period (July-October). However, October alone saw 209,107 TEUs handled, representing an 11% year-over-year decrease, attributed partly to a three-day coastwide work stoppage. Inland Ports Greer and Dillon collectively recorded 17,749 rai
  • Liebherr delivers STS cranes to Port Newark Container Terminal
    Liebherr announced the successful delivery of two state-of-the-art ship-to-shore (STS) container cranes to the Port Newark Container Terminal (PNCT) at the port of New York and New Jersey. Designed and manufactured at Liebherr's facility in Ireland, these cranes are tailored to meet the specific operational demands of PNCT, enabling the terminal to efficiently handle the next generation of ultra-
  • What's the strategy behind Chinese port investments in Latin America?
    Chinese investments in Latin America's shipping ports and terminals, spearheaded by Cosco in Chancay port , represent a significant part of China's efforts aimed at surpassing the United States in trade within the region. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container New
  • PSA BDP commits to science-based targets initiative
    PSA BDP, a global provider of logistics and supply chain solutions, has officially committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), marking a significant step in its efforts to establish ambitious emissions reduction goals. SBTi offers a well-defined pathway for companies to lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in alignment with climate science. PSA BDP has pledged to develop near-term a
  • Red Sea Shipping Disruptions to Persist Amid Rising Tensions
    This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • US government injects US$580 million investment into port sector
    The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) unveiled plans to invest nearly US$580 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to support 31 port improvement projects across 15 states and one U.S. territory. US government injects US$580 million into the port sector. This funding, part of President Biden's Investing in America initiative, aims to enhance the capacity
  • Hapag-Lloyd alters China Germany Express service rotation
    German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd has announced changes in its China Germany Express (CGX) service port rotation. Starting January 2025, Hapag-Lloyd's weekly service will have the following port rotation: Yangshan, China - Ningbo, China - Yantian, China - Singapore - Tema, Ghana - Southampton, UK - Rotterdam, Netherlands - Wilhelmshaven, Germany The first vessel on this new rotation will be Copiap
  • DP World boosts UK rail freight, cutting carbon emissions and road miles
    DP World's innovative Modal Shift Programme in Southampton has successfully removed 64,300 truck journeys from UK roads and reduced carbon emissions by over 17,000 tonnes in its first year, making a significant contribution to more sustainable logistics in the country. "The outstanding success of the Modal Shift Programme at Southampton in its first year is a testament to our commitment to provid
  • Why Steel Container Maintenance is Essential for Global Shipping Operations
    Steel containers are the backbone of global shipping operations, facilitating the efficient transport of goods across vast distances. Regular maintenance of these containers is vital to prevent costly disruptions and ensure the safety of the cargo they carry. By safeguarding against corrosion, structural damage, and operational failures, proper upkeep keeps the shipping industry running smoothly.
  • Metrans launches Slovakia's first hydrogen-powered truck trial
    Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG's (HHLA's) intermodal company Metrans is testing Slovakia's first hydrogen-powered truck in operational service, in collaboration with the technology firm Mobility & Innovation Production s.r.o (MIP). This initiative follows the signing of a letter of intent at the official product launch in Slovakia. Metrans aims to expand its zero-emission vehicle fleet, offering
  • Singapore oil and bunkering mogul jailed for bank fraud
    A Singapore oil tycoon who headed an oil trading and bunkering business has been jailed for 17.5 years for cheating banks of over US$110 million. Lim Oon Kuin, 82, better known as OK Lim, was today (18 November) sentenced for defrauding Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) of at least US$111.7 million. Lim founded the Hin Leong group that included an oil trading business, a physical b
  • DHL Express appoints new CEO for MENA region
    DHL Express has announced the appointment of Abdulaziz Busbate as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, effective 1 January 2025. Busbate will succeed Nour Suliman, who has recently taken on a non-executive advisory role within DHL Group as President of MENA region. Based in Bahrain, Busbate will report directly to John Pearson, CEO of DHL Expre
  • Port Klang and Singapore amid fluctuating trade winds
    In the strategic maritime region near the Strait of Malacca, the fluctuations in container throughput and connectivity for Port Klang and Singapore highlight the vibrant competitive dynamics shaped by geopolitical and economic factors. 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
  • MSC obtains regulatory approvals for its entry into Hamburg port
    All the closing conditions of the voluntary public takeover offer for MSC's entry into the port of Hamburg have been fulfilled. After the European Commission granted merger control clearance at the beginning of October, the last outstanding closing condition has now been met with merger control clearance in Ukraine. As of 14 November, all the conditions for the offer by Port of Hamburg Beteiligun
  • APM Terminals appoints new CFO
    Effective 1 January 2025, Peter Wikström will assume the role of Chief Financial Officer at APM Terminals. Peter Wikström brings a wealth of experience to APM Terminals, having most recently served as Head of Mergers & Acquisitions at the operator's mother company Maersk since 2019. In this role, he played a pivotal part in strengthening Maersk's M&A capabilities, spearheading some of the company
  • Port Houston approves FY 2025 budget of over US$670 million
    The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority convened on 12 November for its annual Budget Workshop. During the workshop, Port Houston approved its FY 2025 operating budget of US$674 million and a US$396 million capital plan. These approvals will guide Port Houston's facilities management and operation in the coming year. A cornerstone of regional development for over a century, Port Hous

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Splash web site
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
  • Australia's TCorp invests in Cyan Renewables
    Fast-expanding offshore wind vessels pureplay Cyan Renewables has secured backing from Australia's TCorp. The funding arm of Australia's most populous state, New South Wales, said it had acquired an interest in Cyan with an initial investment of over $100m, with plans for further cash injections to support the Singapore-based company's growth. The investment follows Malaysian ...
  • COSCO seals green methanol pact
    COSCO Shipping Group is stepping up its drive in the production of green methanol. China's state-owned shipping behemoth has signed a memorandum of understanding with Thai conglomerate Charoen Pokphand Group (CP Group) and US trader Freepoint Commodities, described as a major milestone in accelerating the transition to sustainable fuels for the global shipping industry. COSCO ...
  • Singapore court hands 17-year jail term to OK Lim
    Lim Oon Kuin, the founder of the defunct Singapore oil trader Hin Leong, was sentenced to 17-and-a-half years in prison for cheating top creditor HSBC and abetting forgery. The 82-year-old former oil trading and tanker tycoon, better known as OK Lim, faced three out of more than 100 charges initially presented-two for cheating HSBC and ...
  • Well-Safe Solutions scores $25m in North Sea decom contracts
    Aberdeen-headquartered decommissioning specialists Well-Safe Solutions has been awarded two new contracts totalling $25m. The scopes comprise decommissioning activity in the UK Continental Shelf for Spirit Energy and an additional global operator. The deals will see the Well-Safe Protector jackup and Well-Safe Defender semisub fixed for a combined 170 days of firm work, with options for ...
  • Asia and Europe on divergent coal paths
    Global seaborne coal trades are being cleaved apart, with Asian economies taking more and more volumes while the West pulls back from the commodity. According to data from AXS Marine, the volume of steam coal cargoes discharged at mainland Chinese ports in October reached 34.25m tonnes, up 15.8% from September, and up by a very ...
  • US ports awarded $580m in grants
    The US Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) has revealed plans to invest nearly $580m in port infrastructure nationwide. The funding will go toward 31 projects in 15 states and one US territory to help increase capacity and efficiency at coastal seaports, Great Lakes ports, and inland river ports. The port of San Juan, Puerto ...
  • Northern Ocean nets $335m rig deal with Equinor
    Northern Ocean, a semisub rig spin-off of Northern Drilling, has won a contract for its Deepsea Bollsta rig from energy giant Equinor for drilling off Norway. Work under the contract is expected to begin in the second half of 2025 and has an estimated firm duration of two years, plus five one-year optional periods, where ...
  • EA Technique wins three Petronas deals worth $14m
    Malaysian offshore service provider EA Technique has secured contract extensions with Petronas for work on its floating LNG facility, the PFLNG 1. These contracts, valued at a total of RM63.9m ($14.1m), were won by EA Technique's wholly-owned subsidiary Libra Perfex Precision. One of the deals was an RM41m ($9.16m) contract extension for tugboat services. The ...
  • NYK-backed Japanese demo yard set to open in 2028
    Japanese shipping line Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) has provided more details of its plans to bring ship recycling back to Japan. The company signed a memorandum of understanding with compatriot Oono Development earlier this year to commercialise a business that would enable ships and large offshore structures to be dismantled in Japan and recycled as ...
  • Shipping industry renews call for the Houthis to free crew of the Galaxy Leader car carrier
    Tomorrow marks the one-year anniversary of the seizure of the crew of the Galaxy Leader car carrier by Yemeni insurgents. Ahead of this Guy Platten, secretary-general of the International Chamber of Shipping, speaking in Hong Kong, has stated: "It seems incredible that a year has passed, and the crew of the Galaxy Leader are still ...
  • Cargotec offloads MacGregor for $506m
    uropean private equity firm Triton has splashed EUR480m ($506m) to buy cargo handling specialist MacGregor from Cargotec. In the process, Cargotec, which has also hived off Kalmar as a separate company, has announced plans to rebrand as Hiab, with news also that president and CEO, Casimir Lindholm, will step down from the Finnish firm. Scott ...
  • MSC gets the green light to press ahead with Hamburg port entry
    All closing conditions of the voluntary public takeover offer have been fulfilled for Mediterranean Shipping Co's (MSC) entry into Hamburg port. MSC will now pay the offer price of €16.75 per class A share to the shareholders of Hamburger Hafen und Logistik Aktiengesellschaft (HHLA). Closing of the transaction whereby MSC, the world's largest containerline, will ...
  • The top 10 sanctions headlines of 2024
    Santosh Patil gets in early with a shipping annual review, giving readers his discovery and disco versions of how sanctions have played out this year. In the high-stakes world of global shipping, the topic of sanctions has the world split in two. Some see sanctions as a tight net around the shadow fleet, others see ...

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Lloyd's List web site
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
  • VLCC rate rise offers ray of hope amid autumn tanker stock gloom
    Tankers share pricing has collapsed since early October. Recent gains for VLCC spot rates are offering some solace to investors...
  • EU expands sanctions framework, designates IRISL and three Russian companies
    The European Council has introduced measures targeting the transfer of arms and military-related components from Iran to Russia, and designated...
  • Norwegian hydrogen fuel cell maker Teco 2030 faces bankruptcy
    Oslo-listed hydrogen fuel cell maker Teco 2030 ASA faces bankruptcy after defaulting on obligations under a parent company guarantee
  • Spoofing tanker completes Russia cargo STS with sanctions-linked suezmaxes
    Urals cargoes were transferred to Cameroon-flagged Atila while its AIS signals broadcast improbable speed and course over ground - an indication...
  • The week in charts: Container rate rebound loses momentum | North Atlantic emission control area could save 4,000 lives | US sanctions over a dozen ships
    Spot rates from Asia to the US west coast are falling despite import frontloading, a proposal for an ECA stretching...
  • Ascot and Markel lead hull war risk slip on Galaxy Leader
    Owners understood to be seeking constructive total loss payout after 12 months' deprivation of use
  • Hong Kong unveils incentive scheme to boost green bunkering ambition
    Reimbursement for fuel assessment investments, reduction of port dues, and tax concessions for imported green methanol are all under consideration
  • Five steam-turbine gas carriers and MSC boxship sold for scrap
    SK Shipping has sold a series of 138,000 cu m LNG carriers on an 'as is' basis, while MSC has...
  • China Merchants Group to expand presence in Hong Kong amid challenging times
    A new set of ESG standards that aim to guide the shipping industry has been released in Hong Kong
  • The week in newbuildings: Gas and tanker segments dominant
    Newbuilding contracts for 20 tankers, five gas carriers and six containerships were reported in the past week with Chinese shipyards...
  • Greek marine equipment sector hails outstanding growth
    Association has established extensive network of representatives and partnerships to finally put Greek equipment manufacturers on the map internationally
  • IMO Council hears states condemn a year of Red Sea attacks
    One year on from the capture of Galaxy Leader, countries deplored the continuing threat to seafarer safety, disruption to trade...
  • Bosporus Strait closed for hours after tanker breaks down
    Traffic through one of the world's busiest shipping lanes was closed in both directions on Sunday evening and did not...
  • Steamship Mutual hires Blank Rome partner to head new US company
    International Group affiliate gets new chief underwriting officer from next May
  • Houthis return to Red Sea action as Galaxy Leader anniversary looms
    This most recent attack takes the number of incidents to 92 since car carrier Galaxy Leader was hijacked and crew...
  • Service providers in half of STS operations deemed 'high risk'
    Market is highly fragmented among service providers varying widely in quality
  • Houthis reject UN claims of taking $180m monthly in illegal fees for safe Red Sea transit
    Houthis are not charging fees and claims "have no basis in reality", the director of the Humanitarian Operations Coordination Centre...
  • Daily Briefing
    Greek shipowners return to lift Russia crude as oil price falls below G7 cap | Former shipping minister calls on...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
  • US flag vessel owners, investors tout wave of support for expanding fleet
    The Ships for America Act and national security spotlight seen as growth opportunities for US-flag commercial fleet.
  • Importers navigate two-year high rail container dwells in Los Angeles-Long Beach
    Forwarders and industry analysts forecast strong import volumes through the early Lunar New Year that begins Jan. 29 as importers of time-sensitive merchandise and manufacturing components route shipments through the country's busiest gateway.
  • Gemini says will use London Gateway for shared network vessel calls
    The move comes as the DP World-operated hub is making large investments in berths and supporting infrastructure with a plan to grow its throughput and attract volumes from other UK ports, including top rival Felixstowe.
  • London Gateway lands Gemini calls from rival port amid bid for top UK spot
    The DP World-operated hub is making large investments in berths and supporting infrastructure with a plan to grow its throughput and attract volume from other UK ports, including Felixstowe.

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TradeWinds web site
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
  • 'We can't wait for war to end': One year on, Galaxy Leader crew languish in Yemen
    Seafarers from five nations remain hostages of the Houthi regime after helicopter kidnapping
  • Petrobras keeps production forecast unchanged in $111bn investment plan
    Brazilian oil company sticks to production goal of 3.2m barrels per day
  • Harry Vafias' C3is boosted by gain on warrants and rising aframax tanker rates
    Greek bulker and tanker owner has a debt-free fleet
  • VLCCs keep rolling as Bahri Week gives way to December loading dates
    Rates made large day-on-day jumps as activity picks up
  • Iran's national shipping company slapped with sanctions amid Russian weapons and ammunition links
    European bloc accuses shipping line of transporting missile and drone technology to Russia for war against Ukraine
  • Beijing plots biofuel blend exports in tonic for tankers
    Tanker owners could soon be looking at 500,000 tonnes of additional volumes, trading sources say
  • Tanker owner Odfjell wins most sustainable company award in home city of Bergen
    Norwegian owner beats other local businesses thanks to "holistic approach to sustainability"
  • Capesize spot rates ride six-week peak as owners enjoy bullish run
    High activity levels noted on Pacific and Brazil-China routes
  • Tanker S&P market running dry as buyers unwilling to meet seller demands
    Asset values remain high with only small ships changing hands
  • New German-Nordic alliance emerges as buyer of TRF product tanker
    Trio of investors branch out into MR tanker space with acquisition of Chemtrans Mobile
  • Hong Kong shipowners Chao, Banga and Koo ready to fight in turbulent world
    Protectionism, decarbonisation and 'bad movies' dominate start of Hong Kong Maritime Week
  • Houthi missiles target bulk carrier twice as Red Sea crisis nears first anniversary
    Vessel was warned to alter course just minutes before attack
  • Russia tipped to close three drone-hit refineries in blow to shadow fleet
    Plants have already either halted processing or are operating at reduced capacity, according to industry sources
  • Billionaire investor cleared for takeover of Greek shipping bank as Coustas family's exit nears
    Telis Mistakidis passes ECB 'fit-and-proper' checks
  • DNV and Seatrium partner for marine and offshore innovation and development
    Focus areas include floating offshore wind turbines, hydrogen and ammonia production platforms and FPSOs
  • Steal this idea: Wallenius Wilhelmsen hatches plan pricing in alternative fuels and wants you to use it
    Car carrier owner starting with small adjustment to fuel surcharge to ease in change
  • Energy shipping marks second-strongest newbuilding year as 2024 hots up
    Clarksons Research tallies 594 vessels contracted so far
  • Refinery owner turned shipowner extends supersize ethane carrier series with fresh order
    SP Chemicals slated to take delivery of five vessels by 2027
  • Tanker tycoon OK Lim sentenced to 17 years in jail over fraud and forgery
    Ocean Tankers founder sentenced following trial in Singapore
  • How shipowners and crew can profit from competitive fuel savings. DSF research boss Christopher Rex explains
    Shipping needs a structural change to move to the next level of efficiencies, argues Danish Ship Finance innovation guru Rex
  • More crude tankers steer clear of Red Sea as Houthis resume attacks, Clarksons says
    Stephen Gordon says company's base-case scenario assumes disruption continuing into 2026
  • Chinese newbuild is first ship to head directly from Pakistan to Bangladesh in decades
    Yuan Xiang Fa Zhan makes modern history with trip to Chittagong
  • Iran blasts claim EU is set to sanction container line IRISL with 'non-existent missile pretext'
    Foreign minister Abbas Araghchi says the move would have no legal, logical or moral basis
  • Cosco teams with commodity trader and Thai conglomerate to secure green methanol for ships
    Production base will meet EU standards
  • Bosphorus shuts down for four hours on Sunday after rudder fails on tanker with Russian cargo
    Small Turkish vessel had to be towed to safety after being immobilised in Turkish Straits
  • Belships 'turned the ageing supramax fleet into an opportunity', says boss Lars Christian Skarsgard
    Ultramax owner has been spending its cash by paying down debt and distributing dividends and has sealed a new newbuilding
  • Recyclers race to meet Hong Kong Convention's 2025 deadline
    Sector ponders whether it will be able to meet future capacity demand as deadline draws near

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American Shipper web site
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
  • Port of Virginia gets new cranes, chassis pool upgrade
    Four new container cranes will help the Port of Virginia handle ultra large container vessels at Virginia International Gateway.
  • Former Amerijet boss resurfaces as CEO of cargo airline 21 Air
    Tim Strauss is back as CEO of another small cargo airline based in Miami. His new company is 21 Air, which has secured Amazon as its latest customer.
  • 21 Air makes debut cargo flight for Amazon
    Amazon has added 21 Air to its roster of air cargo transport providers.

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European Commission meeting to define the strategy for the development of EU ports and maritime industry
Brussels
Call for papers by July 28th
Assarmatori asks for support for Italian seafarers employed on short-haul routes and for the renewal of ferry fleets
Assarmatori asks for support for Italian seafarers employed on short-haul routes and for the renewal of ferry fleets
Rome
Messina: State Aid regime needs to be redesigned for European shipyards
In the first four months of 2025, maritime container traffic between Asia and Europe grew by +4.8%
Tokyo
-6.4% drop in shipments to Asian ports. +9.0% increase in unloading volumes in Europe
The impact on Italy of a possible closure of the maritime route through the Strait of Hormuz would be significant
Rome
The merchant fleet for energy products controlled by the Italian shipping industry interested in these traffics amounts to approximately 80 units.
Cargo traffic in China's seaports grew by +3.7% last month
Cargo traffic in China's seaports grew by +3.7% last month
Beijing
Containers amounted to 26.7 million TEU (+6.1%)
In 2024, 576 containers were lost at sea out of over 250 million transported by ships
Washington
About 200 have fallen from container ships in the Cape of Good Hope region
FMC questions deal exempting World Shipping Council companies from US antitrust rules
Washington
Meanwhile, Sola, appointed by Trump on January 20 to the presidency of the federal agency, is leaving his post today.
The European maritime-port sector nitpicks the reform of the Community customs rules
Brussels
Note from CLECAT, ECASBA, European Shipowners, ESPO, Feport and WSC
EU Council agrees on reform of the Union Customs Code
Brussels
CLECAT is concerned about the persistence of the concept of "Single Liable Person" in the text
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia grew by +2.4%
Civitavecchia
Increase of +9.9% in Gaeta and decrease of -17.1% in Fiumicino
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Accelleron consolida le partnership con Somas e Geislinger per sostenere l'efficienza e la sostenibilità del settore marittimo
Japanese shipbuilding company Imabari Shipbuilding acquires control of fellow Japanese JMU
Imabari/Tokyo
Ownership share increased from 30% to 60%
WTO: New tariffs have given a boost to trade that is unlikely to last
Geneva
Recovery driven by importers who brought forward purchases in view of expected tariff increases
Terminal Investments Limited of the MSC Group acquires 50% of the capital of Barcelona Europe South Terminal
Barcelona
The transaction was authorized by the Port Authority of Barcelona
There are no implementing decrees for the SalvaMare law and Italian citizens are paying for the management of fished waste that is not carried out
Rome
The Marevivo Foundation and the Federation of the Sea report it
In five and a half years, 1,244 tons of drugs have been seized in EU ports
In five and a half years, 1,244 tons of drugs have been seized in EU ports
Lisbon
The largest quantities pass through ports in Belgium, Spain, Holland, Italy and Germany
The International Convention on Ship Recycling will enter into force tomorrow
Copenhagen
BIMCO urges EU to include Indian shipyards in EU list of ship recycling facilities
Assologistica presents the "Cruscotto" project to ensure transparency and legality in the logistics sector
Milan
Ruggerone: it is an infrastructure of trust between clients and operators
Federagenti, cruises cannot and must not become the target of an indiscriminate hate campaign
Federagenti, cruises cannot and must not become the target of an indiscriminate hate campaign
Rome
A "Pact for the Sea" proposed with solutions to tackle overtourism for which passenger ships are not to blame
New step forward for the construction of the underground freight transport system in Switzerland
New step forward for the construction of the underground freight transport system in Switzerland
Bern
Cargo sous terrain plans to build a 500-kilometer system by mid-century
Carnival posts record earnings for March-May period
Carnival posts record earnings for March-May period
Miami
The number of cruise passengers embarked also peaked this quarter
Federlogistica, it is reckless to activate railway construction sites without a concerted plan
Genoa
Falteri: Isolating the port of Genoa from the railway network for three weeks means putting the whole of Northern Italy in difficulty
Multipurpose terminals privatized in eight Saudi ports
Multipurpose terminals privatized in eight Saudi ports
Riyadh
Four will be operated by Saudi Global Ports and four by Red Sea Gateway Terminal
Public debate launched on the project for Pier VIII in the port of Trieste
Public debate launched on the project for Pier VIII in the port of Trieste
Trieste
A total investment of 315.8 million euros is expected
South Korea's HD Hyundai partners with US Edison Chouest Offshore to build containerships in US
South Korea's HD Hyundai partners with US Edison Chouest Offshore to build containerships in US
Seoul
The possibility of building other types of ships and constructing port cranes is foreseen
Rixi: with the Omnibus decree, Phase B of the new Genoa breakwater is guaranteed
Rome
Expenditure of 50 million euros authorised for 2026 and 92.8 million for 2027
Israel-Iran conflict prompts Maersk to suspend calls at Haifa port
Copenhagen
Those at the port of Ashdod will continue instead.
Northern European Nations Commitment to Counter Russian Shadow Fleet
Warsaw
If the vessels do not fly a valid flag in the Baltic Sea and the North Sea - they specify - we will take appropriate measures in compliance with international law.
Freight traffic in French ports stable in the first quarter of 2025
Freight traffic in French ports stable in the first quarter of 2025
The Defense
Containers and liquid bulk on the rise. Increase in unloading loads and decrease in loading loads
Cognolato (Assiterminal): Today more than ever we need a coherent port policy
Rome
All the critical issues highlighted in recent years still remain open - he highlighted.
Alessandro Pitto confirmed as president of Fedespedi
Milan
The Board of Directors, the Board of Arbiters and the Board of Auditors have been renewed
A protest action by Greek seafarers is heated, with the PENEN and PNO unions launching very serious accusations, including mutual ones
Piraeus
The strike, declared illegal by the courts, blocks some ships of the Attica group in the port of Patras
Saipem awarded contract for a phosphate mining project in Algeria that includes the upgrading of the port of Annaba
Milan
The construction of railway lines is also planned
Suez Canal celebrates return of large-capacity containership transits
Suez Canal celebrates return of large-capacity containership transits
Ismailia
Today it was crossed by the vessel "CMA CGM Osiris" which can carry 15,536 teu
IMO, ILO, ICS and ITF urge protection of seafarers' rights against unjust criminalisation
London
The "Guidelines on the Fair Treatment of Seafarers Detained in Relation to Alleged Offences" were adopted in April
Trump's new tariffs also hit container traffic at the Port of Long Beach
Long Beach
In the first five months of 2025, an increase of +17.2% was recorded
Transfer of the port of Carrara from the Ligurian to the Tuscan AdSP not without a discussion with the operators
Milan
Dario Perioli, FHP, Grendi and Tarros ask for it
Up to $768 billion in investments needed to adapt world ports to rising sea levels
New York
Port of Los Angeles Feels Impact of New Tariffs on Container Traffic
Los Angeles
A decrease of -4.8% was recorded in May
Assagenti proposes a task force to solve port, logistics and industrial problems
Genoa
A "problem solver" consultative body composed, in addition to the categories of the maritime cluster, of the manufacturing industries of the North-West quadrant
Cargo traffic at the port of Singapore fell by -4.6% in May
Singapore
New crane overturned for delivery in new Tuas port area
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic on the Swiss rail network fell by -6.4%
Neuchatel
Service performance at 2.35 billion tonne-km, down -8.2%
ANGOPI fears that new measures to ensure maritime continuity will penalise mooring services
ANGOPI fears that new measures to ensure maritime continuity will penalise mooring services
Ischia
Power: it is necessary to remove them from a perverse mechanism
Dutch HES International to operate bulk terminal in Marseille-Fos port
Marseille
The concession contract will have a minimum duration of 30 years
Ibiza government opposes Trasmed's overnight stay on board ferry program
Ibiza/Valencia
It is considered a "clandestine hotel", while the company defines it as a cruise service
Bruno Pisano appointed extraordinary commissioner of the AdSP of the Eastern Ligurian Sea
Rome
He will take up his post next Monday
Federlogistica proposes a comparison between operators on the congestion fee while waiting for a solution from the government
Genoa
In the first five months of 2025, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +10.3%
Joy Taurus
1,813,071 TEUs were handled
Trasportounito, truck waiting times in ports must be paid
Genoa
Tagnochetti: The Port Fee aims to redistribute the costs of all disruptions more equitably
Commissioners of the AdSPs of the Northern Tyrrhenian, Ionian and Western Liguria appointed
Rome/Genoa
Trade unions concerned about the future of Genoa Port Terminal workers
Political instability and green transition are the main problems that shipping faces
London
This is highlighted in the "ICS Maritime Barometer Report 2024-2025"
The new container terminal of the port of Termini Imerese presented
Palermo
Transfer of traffic handled by Portitalia to the port of Palermo
GCMD survey confirms shipping's commitment to decarbonisation
Singapore
Ports concerned about lack of certainty about demand from shipping companies
The EU Commission has re-identified Port Said East and Tanger Med as neighbouring container transhipment ports
Brussels
Road haulage extends congestion fee application to Livorno port
Livorno/Rome/Milan/Genoa
Fedespedi, they do not solve the problems, but have the only effect of increasing costs
The new Border Control Post has been inaugurated in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
The structure cost 15 million euros
The transfer of 80% of Louis-Dreyfus Armateurs' capital to InfraVia has been implemented
Suresnes/Paris
The Louis-Dreyfus family retains the remaining 20%
Port of Genoa, green light for extension of concession to Spinelli until September 30
Genoa
Ok also to the extension to the Campostano group
The National Maritime Fund has started the recognition of scholarships
Genoa
They are granted for basic training and security familiarization courses.
RFI and MIT sign the update to the program contract for approximately 2.1 billion
Rome
Around 500 million euros expected for the management of the railway network
San Giorgio del Porto delivers a vessel for the bunkering of liquefied natural gas
Genoa
It was built for Genova Trasporti Marittimi
Pisano (AdSP Liguria Orientale): the ports of La Spezia and Carrara have integrated almost perfectly
La Spezia/Bari
Extraordinary Commissioner of the Southern Adriatic Sea Port Authority appointed
Raffaele Latrofa appointed president of the AdSP of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea
Rome
He is the deputy mayor of Pisa
India's Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Acquires Control of Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard
Mumbai
Investment of approximately 53 million dollars
The Commissioner of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been granted the powers and prerogatives of the Management Committee
Genoa
The measure pending the restoration of the ordinary top management bodies
The Three-Year Operational Plan 2025-2027 of the Central Adriatic Port Authority has been approved
Ancona
Favorable opinion of the Sea Resource Partnership Body
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
It will deal with the physical transformations of the container and the digitalization of processes
Andrea Ormesani is the new president of Assosped Venezia
Venice
The board of directors has been renewed. Paolo Salvaro remains general secretary
Witte (ISU): In 2024, the ship salvage sector stabilized from the low of two years ago
London
Finnish Elomatic to Install Tunnel Thrusters on 11 Carnival Cruise Ships
Turku
The works will begin next autumn and will end in 2028
The Assarmatori assembly will be held in Rome on July 1st
Rome
"Mediterranean against the current" the theme of the meeting
Fincantieri has delivered the new cruise ship Viking Vesta to the American Viking
Trieste/Los Angeles
It was built in the Ancona shipyard
The Genoa Coast Guard has placed the container ship PL Germany under administrative detention
Genoa
Italian Navy orders two new Multipurpose Combat Ships from Fincantieri
Trieste
The order to the shipbuilding company is worth 700 million euros
MSC Group to manage cruise services in the ports of Bari and Brindisi
Bari
Ten-year concession with possibility of extension
German Kombiverkehr Returns to Profit in 2024
Frankfurt am Main
The level of revenues remained unchanged at 434.6 million euros.
Deltamarin to design the six new ro-pax vessels ordered by Grimaldi for the Mediterranean routes
Turku
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
The practice of subcontracting in European logistics is creating a parallel labour market where rights are not enforced
Brussels
"Sorry, We Subcontracted You" Report Presented
Tomorrow Grendi will launch the group's fourth ship on routes to and from Sardinia
Milan
"Grendi Star", with a load capacity of 2,800 linear meters, will connect Marina di Carrara and Cagliari
FREMM frigates operational support contract signed between Orizzonte Sistemi Navali and OCCAR
Taranto
The agreement has a total value of approximately 764 million euros
Call to reform the entire driver training system in the transport sector
Rome
Seven proposals presented
In the port of Gioia Tauro, the Guardia di Finanza soldiers seized 228 kilos of cocaine
Reggio Calabria
Two dockers arrested
Port of Livorno, new observatory to find solutions to the problem of port congestion
Leghorn
Marilli: We will seek solutions to reach the possible revocation of the port fee
Lockton PL Ferrari closed the last fiscal year with gross revenues of 34 million dollars
Genoa
Insurance premium volume rose to 350 million
Polish Trans Polonia Group acquires Dutch Nijman/Zeetank Holding
Tczew
It specializes in the transportation and logistics of liquid and gaseous products
d'Amico Tankers Sells Two 2011-Built Tankers for $36.2 Million
Luxembourg
They will be delivered to buyers by the end of July and on December 21st.
The Italian Merchant Marine Academy plans 13 new free courses
Genoa
Over 300 positions available
A delegation of Wista Italy visits the ports of Catania and Augusta
Catania/August
The association is made up of women who hold positions of responsibility in the maritime, logistics and trade sectors.
In the first five months of 2025, the port of Algeciras handled 1.9 million containers (-6.3%)
Algeciras
Empty containers decreased by -5.5% and full ones by -6.4%
Reway Group enters the port railway infrastructure maintenance sector
Licciana Nardi
Two contracts awarded by the AdSP of the Eastern Ligurian Sea
Delcomar and Ensamar take over maritime services with the smaller Sardinian islands
Cagliari
The tender for the six-year concession of the connections has been awarded
Port of Trieste, the newly appointed Gurrieri torpedoes the newly appointed Torbianelli
Trieste
Russo (Pd): it's a squalid power game
Singapore's SeaLead expands its maritime shipping offering to connect Turkey and Italy
Singapore
Route connected to services transiting the Suez Canal
The US Container Security Initiative program has been extended to Morocco
Rabat
Amrani: Let's consolidate Tanger Med's role as a safe and world-class maritime hub
Very positive first quarter for Greek Euroseas
Athens
Pittas: the positive momentum continued in the second quarter
Assonat and SACE present a plan for Italian tourist ports
Rome
Kuehne+Nagel has opened a new branch in Naples
Milan
The aim is to support the operational growth of the group in Southern Italy
RINA has acquired the entire capital of Finnish Foreship
Helsinki
The Helsinki-based company specializes in consulting in the field of marine and mechanical engineering.
Container traffic down at Barcelona and Valencia ports in May
Barcelona/Valencia
Resumption of containers in transit at the Catalan port
Annual cargo traffic in Greek ports stable in 2024
Piraeus
Domestic volumes are growing, while foreign trade is decreasing
Perplexity of freight forwarders, customs agents and maritime agents of La Spezia at the transfer of the port of Carrara to the Tuscan AdSP
The Spice
Timidly, they "hope for consideration for the progress made so far"
Francesco Mastro appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Southern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He will take up office on June 30th.
John Denholm to be new president of the International Chamber of Shipping
Athens
He will take over from Emanuele Grimaldi in a year
Extraordinary commissioners of the two Ligurian Port System Authorities have been installed
Genoa/La Spezia
Matteo Paroli and Bruno Pisano at the helm of the institutions
Container traffic at Hong Kong port drops sharply in May
Hong Kong
1.05 million TEUs were handled (-12.7%)
Assogasliquidi-Federchimica shows the way to accelerate the decarbonization of road and maritime transport
Rome
Amadei: Our sector is ready and the time has come for courageous industrial choices
Eagle S tanker command blamed for cutting submarine cables in Gulf of Finland
Advantages
The accident was caused by the ship's anchor
Online platform to report critical issues that put transport workers at risk
Genoa
It was prepared by Fit Cisl Liguria
GNV to create a direct summer connection between Civitavecchia and Tunis
Genoa
It will run alongside the historic route via Palermo
The unification of Grimaldi's concessions in the port of Barcelona has been completed
Madrid/Barcelona
The contract expires on September 20, 2035.
In the first five months of 2025, cargo traffic in Russian ports fell by -4.9%
St. Petersburg
A decrease of approximately -12% was recorded in May
Raben Logistics Group Creates Subsidiary in Türkiye
Milan
It will have 20 employees and a 2,000 square meter cross-dock warehouse
Alberto Dellepiane confirmed as president of Assorimorchiatori
Rome
The composition of the entire association leadership remains unchanged
Agreement between Fincantieri and Indonesian PMM to develop solutions to face new unconventional underwater challenges
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
The Assarmatori assembly will be held in Rome on July 1st
Rome
"Mediterranean against the current" the theme of the meeting
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Structural adaptation works on dock 23 of the port of Ancona awarded
Ancona
Intervention worth over 11.8 million euros
Conference on the role of LNG and bioLNG for the decarbonisation of transport and industry
Rome
The Federchimica-Assogasliquidi event will take place on Monday in Rome
Dutch Bolidt increases presence in cruise ship sector with acquisition of American Boteka
Hendrik Ido Ambacht
Contship Italia has acquired the Genoese customs services company STS
Melzo
The Ligurian company was founded in 1985
Francesco Benevolo has been appointed extraordinary commissioner of the AdSP of the Central-Northern Adriatic Sea
Rome
He is the operations director of RAM - Logistics, Infrastructure and Transport
Montaresi resigns as commissioner of the Eastern Ligurian Port Authority
The Spice
In the eight months of administration - he underlines - we have not lost even a second
Gurrieri has been appointed extraordinary commissioner of the AdSP of the Eastern Adriatic Sea
Trieste
Pending the completion of the formal process for the designation of the president
The commissioners of the AdSP of Western Liguria have handed over their mandate to Minister Salvini
Genoa
The decision is part of the process of designation and nomination of the new leaders
Confetra criticizes the provisions of the decree-law Infrastructure for road transport
Rome
The Confederation urges the blocking of the process of appointing the presidents of the port authorities
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw revenue decline in May
Keelung/Taipei
The decline is accentuated for the two main companies
South Korea's KSOE wins order to build eight 15,900 TEU containerships
Seongnam
The unit value of each vessel is approximately $221 million.
First port terminal for car traffic of Greek Neptune Lines
Piraeus
It will be inaugurated next year in the French port of Port-La Nouvelle
The assembly of the association of Genoese maritime agents and brokers will be held on June 16th
Genoa
Round Table on Genoa, the hub of the North West and the Mediterranean
BN di Navigazione Board of Directors Renewed
Genoa
BluNavy aims to reach one million passengers by 2025
Viking Line designs world's largest all-electric ro-pax vessel
Viking Line designs world's largest all-electric ro-pax vessel
Åland
Record Monthly Container Traffic at Turkish Ports
Ankara
In May, almost 1.4 million TEUs were handled (+17.6%)
Sergio Landolfi has been elected president of the Customs Association of the Port of La Spezia
The Spice
The board of directors has been renewed
The ferry industry elite will attend the Interferry conference in Salerno in October
Victoria
Event titled "Connections"
Uniport launches an initiative to support ALS research
Rome
Fundraising for the NeMO Clinical Center Serena Foundation Onlus
The Propeller Club of Genoa has analyzed risks and opportunities of using AI in the maritime and insurance sectors
Genoa
The importance of training in the use of technology was highlighted
Chantiers de l'Atlantique delivers luxury cruising yacht Luminara to The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
Saint Nazaire
The ship will debut in Alaska
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