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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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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 first half of 2025, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +10.5%
Joy Taurus
2,186,211 TEUs were handled
A bulk carrier was attacked in the Red Sea
Portsmouth
The crew abandoned the ship which began to take on water
German government allocates 400 million euros to support energy transition in maritime-port sector
Over 78 million euros to the ports of Augusta and Taranto for offshore wind
Rome
Funds distributed over three years starting from 2025
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
Rijeka Gateway Terminal to become operational in early September
Copenhagen
The first ship at the second container terminal of the Croatian port is expected on September 12
Falteri (Federlogistica) urges us to focus on the development of "polycentric" logistics
Genoa
The Simplified Logistics Zone should be the cornerstone of the strategy
Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Co. acquired Mitsui E&S Shipbuilding Co.
Hiroshima/Tokyo
It was renamed Tsuneishi Solutions Tokyobay Co.
Pessina (Federagenti): Northern European logistics system is struggling. Let's take advantage of it!
Rome
Unexpected opportunity - he underlines - for the Mediterranean ports and Italian ones in particular
MSC Cruises Joins Carnival and Royal Caribbean in Capitalizing on Grand Bahama Shipyard
Miami
Negotiations underway since the end of 2024 have been successfully concluded
At The International Propeller Clubs the Dorso Award for the Mediterranean area
Naples
In recognition of the primary role played by logistics operators in Mediterranean traffic
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