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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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The liner shipping industry contributes substantially to the U.S. economy.
Washington
This is highlighted by an analysis carried out by S&P Global Market Intelligence on behalf of WSC and PMSA
Toll worsens from explosion in Iranian port of Shahid Rajaee
Tehran
It caused 46 deaths and injured over 1,200 people
Tender for concession of container terminal at Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk to be announced by mid-year
Kiev
The management will include the general cargo terminal
CEVA Logistics (CMA CGM group) will buy the Turkish Borusan Lojistik
Istanbul/Marseille
Wärtsilä's first quarter is positive
Helsinki
New orders value growth slows
ESPO: The EU Parliament's Budget Committee's request for more funding for transport, energy and infrastructure is welcome
Brussels
The importance of financing TEN-T networks to enable their adaptation for both military and civilian dual-use purposes was highlighted
Solidarity contribution for the families of port workers who are victims of accidents at work
Rome
It was established by the National Bilateral Port Authority
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore Division Reports Record Quarterly Revenue
Neuilly-sur-Seine
New historical peak also for the classified fleet
PSA reportedly considering selling its 20% stake in Hutchison Ports
Singapore
This is according to "Reuters", which had already floated this hypothesis at the end of 2022
Federagenti, Italy must give a sharp acceleration to the projects of ZES, free zones and Special Logistics Zones
Rome
Pessina: There is no space for reflections prey to bureaucracy
In the first quarter of this year, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -5.8%.
Rotterdam
Both disembarkation (-3.1%) and embarkation (-11.9%) loads are decreasing
Increase in container cargo is not enough for the port of Antwerp-Bruges to avoid a -4.0% decline in quarterly traffic
Antwerp
The decline in liquid bulk cargoes worsened (-19.1%)
The China Shipowners' Association considers the measures taken by the US against Chinese ships a typical example of unilateralism and protectionism
Beijing/Washington
The WSC reiterates that such measures could undermine American trade, harm U.S. manufacturers, and undermine efforts to strengthen the nation's maritime industry.
COSCO Expresses Strong Opposition to US Planned Taxes on Chinese Ships
Growing share of new entrants in European rail transport sector
Madrid
In 2023, rail freight transport performance decreased by -8%
New Chinese Ship Taxes That Will Only Raise Prices for Americans
Washington
The executive vice president of the US Chamber of Commerce denounced it
Tax amounts set for China-linked vessels arriving at US ports
Washington
Calculated on the basis of net capacity or container volume, they will be applied from October and will be progressively increased
International tender launched to award concession for new Casablanca port shipyard
Casablanca
It is the largest in Africa and has been unused since 2019
Federlogistica, the industry must stop approaching logistics only in terms of costs
Genoa
Falteri: a national control room composed of representatives of the logistics sector and industrial groups is necessary
ABB closes positive first quarter even if revenue growth is lower than expected
Zurich
Wierod: Our consolidated local-for-local approach protects us from the trade war
New global minimum wage deal for seafarers
Geneva
The level will rise to $690 from January 1, 2026 to reach $704 from 2027 and $715 from 2028.
Global trade in goods could fall by -1.5% this year
Geneva
WTO predicts. Okonjo-Iweala: Persistent uncertainty threatens to slow global growth, with serious negative consequences for the world
In 2023, around two-thirds of all goods moved in the EU were transported by sea.
Luxembourg
In the period 2013-2023, only the share of road transport increased, while that of other modes decreased.
Postal shipments of goods from Hong Kong to the US suspended
Hong Kong
Hongkong Post faces exorbitant and unreasonable tariffs due to unjustified and intimidating actions of the United States
Confitarma highlights the need for the decarbonisation strategy not to penalise shipping compared to other modes
Rome
Zanetti: also ensure that the implementation process takes into account the operational needs of the industry
Intercargo and Intertanko raise concerns over shipping decarbonisation deal
London
The complexity of the measure adopted by the IMO and the unusual procedure from which non-governmental organizations were excluded were highlighted
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
London
Sharp increase in incidents in the Singapore Straits
Interferry welcomes IMO agreement on decarbonisation of shipping, but finds strategy too complex
Victoria/Piraeus
Greek Shipowners' Association disappointed by failure to recognise essential role of transition fuels such as LNG
International Labour Organization Recognizes Seafarers as Key Workers
London
ITF and ICS: a historic moment
CMA CGM to acquire 35% of Egypt's October Dry Port
Cairo
The company operates a dry port in the industrial and logistics zone near Cairo
MSC Group's TiL to Take Full Control of Hutchison Ports Terminals
New York
Bloomberg reports this, specifying that the Panamanian terminals would be jointly managed with BlackRock
Draft regulation on decarbonisation of shipping approved by MEPC includes mandatory fuel standard and pricing of greenhouse gas emissions
London/Washington/Brussels
The establishment of a Fund to collect resources deriving from the pricing of emissions is foreseen
Task force of five associations for the relaunch of Italian rail cargo
Rome
Initiative by Agens, Assoferr, Assologistica, Fercargo and Fermerci
MIT indicates Matteo Paroli as new president of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Rome/La Spezia
The La Spezia port community also requests a name for the Eastern Liguria Port Authority
Le Aziende informano
Il retrofit ibrido-elettrico di ABB guida i traghetti dei laghi italiani verso un futuro più sostenibile
Confitarma underlines the importance of the shipping decarbonisation strategy being defined at IMO
Rome
The Italian Confederation specifies that it shares some of the USA's concerns
WSC Reiterates Trump's Measures for National Maritime Industry Are Bad for U.S. Economy
Washington
Kramek: Ready to support the administration with constructive proposals
Fincantieri and Accenture establish joint venture Fincantieri Ingenium
Trieste/Milan
The aim is to drive the digital transformation of the ship product and port logistics
Meyer Werft has delivered the new luxury cruise ship Asuka III to NYK Cruises
Papenburg/Emden
It has a capacity of 744 passengers and 470 crew members
As Trump formalizes measures to revitalize America's maritime industry, the nation's ports face a dramatic decline in traffic
Washington/Geneva
Okonjo-Iweala (WTO): With the escalation of trade tensions between the US and China, the exchange of goods between the two economies could decrease up to 80%
CK Hutchison denies allegations of breach of concession contract for Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa
Panama
Panama Ports Company emphasizes that it has complied with all legal obligations and contractual commitments
US Does Not Participate in IMO Negotiations on Shipping Decarbonization, Threatens Reciprocal Measures
London
Expressed opposition to any attempt to impose economic measures on ships based on greenhouse gas emissions or fuel choice
T&E urges MEPC to agree clear and ambitious measures to decarbonise shipping
Brussels
It is necessary - the association underlines - to set binding objectives
Meyer Yachts will build an ultra-luxury residential mega yacht for Ulyssia Residences
Miami
The ship will be 320 meters long and will be built at the Papenburg shipyard
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Helsinki/Naples
Order at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Weihai)
Viking orders two cruise ships from Fincantieri with option for two additional units
Los Angeles/Trieste
The two ships under construction in Ancona for the American brand will be the first in the world to be powered by hydrogen stored on board
Antonio Ranieri is the new maritime director of Liguria
Genoa
He takes over from Admiral Piero Pellizzari who was discharged from the service upon reaching the age limit
In the first quarter of 2025, China's CIMC recorded a 12.7% increase in container sales
Hong Kong
Revenues grew by +11.0%
Last year, the revenues of the Chinese group CMPort increased by +3.1%
Hong Kong
In the first three months of 2025, port terminals handled 36.4 million containers (+5.6%)
The financial statements of the AdSP of Western Liguria and the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea have been approved
Genoa/Civitavecchia
Konecranes revenues increased by +7.7% in the first three months of 2025
Helsinki
343 million euros of new orders for port vehicles (+37.5%)
Kuehne+Nagel posts first quarter of growth
Schindellegi
The logistics group's net sales amounted to 6.33 billion Swiss francs (+14.9%)
Application by TDT (Grimaldi group) for the construction and management of 50% of the Terminal Darsena Europa in Livorno
Leghorn
The company has requested an extension of the duration of the current concession
In 2024, 58 million invested in the modernization of the ports of Livorno, Piombino and the island of Elba
Leghorn
The final budget and the annual report of the AdSP have been approved
EIB advice to strengthen climate resilience of the ports of Volos, Alexandroupolis and Patras
Luxembourg
It will assist port authorities in identifying and managing climate risks
In the first quarter the port of Valencia handled 1.3 million containers (+3.4%)
Valencia
Transhipment traffic decline
The Management Committee of the Central Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has unanimously approved the 2024 financial statement
Naples
SOS LOGistica will acquire the qualification of Third Sector Entity
Milan
The association currently has 74 members
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Barcelona and Algeciras decreased
Barcelona/Algeciras
Hupac transfers intermodal service with Padua to Novara
Noise
Until now the other terminal was the one in Busto Arsizio
PSA SECH has operated the first 400-meter train at Parco Ferroviario Rugna
Genoa
Capacity up to 20 pairs of trains per day
The 2024 financial statement of the Eastern Liguria Port Authority was unanimously approved
The Spice
The war clearance preparatory to the expansion of the Ravano Terminal in La Spezia is nearing completion
The Spice
The AdSP has invested over 600 thousand euros in it
Francesco Rizzo appointed president of the AdSP of the Strait
Rome
He has repeatedly denounced the uselessness of the construction of the bridge over the Strait
US aircraft attack Yemeni port of Ras Isa
Tampa/Beirut
38 dead and over a hundred injured
In 2025 Stazioni Marittime predicts an increase in ferry and cruise traffic in the port of Genoa
MIT Mobility Report Highlights Rising Demand for Both Passengers and Freight
Rome
In the first quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports decreased by -5.6%
St. Petersburg
Both dry goods (-5.3%) and liquid bulk (-5.8%) are decreasing
Andrea Giachero confirmed as president of Spediporto
Genoa
The board of directors of the association of Genoese freight forwarders has also been renewed for the three-year period 2025-2028
Study for monitoring vehicular traffic in the ports of Venice and Chioggia
Milan
Order awarded to Circle and Arelogik
In Italy, the rail freight transport sector is in deep trouble
Geneva
Fermerci calls for making traffic incentives structural and increasing and for refinancing the incentive for the purchase of locomotives and wagons
Global Maritime Forum report on optimising ship calls to reduce emissions
Copenhagen
Virtual arrival and just-in-time arrival approaches proposed
In the first quarter of this year, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +15.5%
Joy Taurus
Construction of the "Dockworker’s House" has begun
GNV has taken delivery of the second of four new ro-pax vessels in China
Genoa
"GNV Orion" will be able to accommodate 1,700 passengers and transport up to 3,080 linear metres of cargo
After ten quarters of decline, container traffic in the port of Hong Kong returns to growth
Hong Kong
In the first three months of this year 3.39 million TEUs were handled (+2.1%)
Fincantieri acquires stake in WSense
Rome
The ninth FREMM unit "Spartaco Schergat" delivered to the Italian Navy
The new edition of the Practical Manual of Maritime Traffic has been presented
Genoa
Written by Assagenti, it turns fifty
Container traffic at the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles increased by 26.6% and 5.2% in the first quarter
Long Beach/Los Angeles
Trump's tariffs impact imminent
In the first three months of 2025, the port of Singapore handled 10.5 million containers (+5.8%)
Singapore
In weight, containerized traffic recorded a decrease of -1.4%
Regulations signed for LNG bunkering at Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa
Genoa
Define the methods of transferring fuel from ship to ship
Historic shipbuilding brands Uljanik and 3.Maj on the verge of extinction
Zagreb
The State confirms its intention to sell the shipbuilding activities at the two sites of Pula and Rijeka
Cambiaso Risso has completed the acquisition of the French Somecassur
Genoa
The transalpine company specializes in the insurance of super and mega yachts
New weekly train service between the port of Gioia Tauro and Verona
Joy Taurus/Verona
Operated by Medlog for the transport of refrigerated goods
EBRD looking for strategic partner for development of Moldovan river port of Giurgiulesti
London
International competition launched
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Turkish ports set new first-quarter cargo traffic record
Ankara
Historic peak of cargo imported from abroad
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +37.6%
Taranto
Increase of 854 thousand tons of solid bulk and 265 thousand tons of conventional goods
DEME buys Havfram, a company that installs offshore wind farms
Second Right/Washington
Transaction worth approximately 900 million euros
Rail transport of convoys for Rome Metro started from Reggio Calabria
Rome
Contract awarded by Hitachi Rail to Mercitalia Rail
In 2024, the volumes handled by Magli Intermodal Service decreased by -2%
Rezzato
Turnover stable
Yang Ming records first decline in turnover in March after 14 months of growth
Keelung/Taipei
Evergreen and WHL revenue growth continues
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of Germany's Schenker by Denmark's DSV
Brussels
The impact on competition in the markets in which the two companies operate is considered limited
Fincantieri - Kayo Agreement to Promote the Development of the Shipbuilding and Naval Industry in Albania
Trieste
Possible creation of a hub for shipbuilding and refitting in the region
Recent slight reduction in logistics costs for new factory vehicles
Brussels
Montaresi (AdSP Liguria Orientale) awarded with the "Port Oscar"
Miami
The event has reached its eighteenth edition
In the first three months of 2025, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +9.3%
Hong Kong
Revenues up +16.8%
The AdSP of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas wins in appeal against Zen Yacht
Joy Taurus
Company ordered to pay back rent
A large shipment of cocaine was seized in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
Two tons of drugs identified by Customs and Financial Police personnel
Navantia renews agreement with American cruise group Royal Caribbean
Miami
To date, the Cadiz shipyard has carried out maintenance, repair and refurbishment work on 45 of the group's ships.
Record cruise traffic expected in Italian ports this year
Miami
Cemar believes that growth will not stop even in 2026
HII-HHI Agreement to Accelerate US and South Korean Naval Production
National Harbor
The aim is to strengthen the naval industrial base of the two nations.
Panama Ports Company Accused of Violating Terms of Concession Agreement
Panama
Panama's Auditor General announced the filing of criminal charges
Colombo West International Terminal has become operational
Ahmedabad
It has a traffic capacity of 3.2 million TEUs
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
The new multifunctional border control structure PCF - PED/PDI Point completed in the port of Gioia Tauro
Joy Taurus
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
MSC Group's new cruise terminal inaugurated in Miami
Miami
It can accommodate three large ships at the same time
In February, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +2.1%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo increases, miscellaneous cargo declines
In 2024, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane recorded a net loss of -208 million euros
Rome
Revenues up by +11.7%. The group's freight transported increased thanks to the acquisition of Exploris
Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
Conference to celebrate the centenary of the company
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
VARD to build offshore dive vessel for Dong Fang Offshore
Alesund/Trieste
The contract is worth 113.5 million euros
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 conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
It will take place at the headquarters of the Port Authority of Genoa
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Next week Italian ports will participate in Seatrade Cruise Global
Rome
Initiative brand: "CruiseItaly - One Country, Many Destinations"
MSC Group Cruise Terminal Officially Inaugurated in the Port of Barcelona
Barcelona
In 2027 it will be equipped with a cold ironing plant
Marcegaglia and Nova Marine Carriers form NovaMar Logistic joint venture
Lugano/Gazoldo of the Ippoliti
A general cargo ship will transport raw materials to the steel group's plants
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Introduced most of the innovative technologies currently available
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
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