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Exim India web site
DECEMBER 19, 2024
  • CMA CGM FORT DIAMANT becomes the first LNG vessel to arrive at Nhava Sheva Freeport Terminal on its maiden voyage
  • DP World enhances rail freight operations to support growth of containerised rail cargo
  • JNPA's CPP enhancing its sustainability
  • India needs to accelerate its structural reforms to transition to high-income country: Chief Economist, World Bank
  • Indian Register of Shipping supports defence indigenisation through marine component certification
  • CMA CGM FAK rates from the Indian Subcontinent to North Europe & the Mediterranean
  • Smartphone exports cross Rs 20,000 cr. in Nov.
  • Certified Pick up has made Port of Antwerp-Bruges' logistics processes more efficient, transparent and secure
  • Paradip Multipurpose Clean Cargo Terminal breaks record
  • You Ask We Answer
  • eShram portal being integrated with Gati Shakti National Master Plan

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The Loadstar web site
DECEMBER 18, 2024
  • Ocean and Premier alliances plan jointly operated transatlantic networks
  • Air freight review: carriers eye higher contract rates after extended peak
  • Fly Australia? Still SNAFU in the Chairman's Lounge
  • Rail freight review: Ukrainian Railways hikes tariffs as war drives up costs
  • CMA CGM to launch battery-powered container barge in Vietnam
  • Box ship building in China hits new heights with 68.5% of global orders
  • Cosco and SIPG invest in SAIC Anji Logistics as it boosts PCTC fleet
  • EV Cargo founder Heath Zarin to become chairman, with Simon Pearson as new CEO

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Marine Log web site
DECEMBER 18, 2024
  • ESG cuts steel for first of four new Saltchuck Marine escort tugs
    Eastern Shipbuilding Group (ESG), Panama City, Fla., reached an exciting milestone Dec 18, initiating steel cutting for the first of the four new advanced four new Robert Allan Ltd. designed RApport 2600
  • Ulstein Verft begins outfitting first BS Offshore SX222 CSOV
    The hull of the first of two Twin X-Stern commissioning service operation vessels under construction for Bernhard Schulte Offshore (BS Offshore) arrived at Ulstein Verft in Norway on Dec. 18, 2024. This
  • Port of Long Beach on track for 9.6 million TEU record year
    Buoyed by six straight months of historic volumes, the Port of Long Beach says that it is on course to reach 9.6 million TEU of cargo containers by the end of 2024

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Container News web site
DECEMBER 18, 2024
  • DP World Australia to automate berth scheduling through Portchain Connect
    Two years after implementing Portchain Connect, DP World's four Australian terminals in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Fremantle continue advancing their efforts to streamline berth alignment processes with shipping lines. Portchain has announced a successful integration with these terminals, now automatically updating berth schedules and facilitating smooth alignment with carrier customers. Thr
  • Konecranes to deliver eight overhead cranes to manufacturing facility in Indonesia
    Konecranes has secured an order to supply eight CXT overhead cranes to PT Beka Wire, Indonesia's manufacturing facility in Subang. These cranes will support material handling operations at every stage of production. The order was placed in late October 2024, with delivery and installation planned for March 2025. The package includes three 5-ton overhead cranes for the galvanizing line, supporting
  • Patriotism keeps Chinese shipbuilders from sweeping container vessel orders
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  • COSCO and DP World: Contrasting Geo-Strategies Shaping Global Maritime Trade
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  • Port of Oakland secures US$10.5 million grant for vehicle electrification
    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded the Port of Oakland US$10.5 million through its Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle grant program. The funding will support the transition from fossil-fuel-powered vehicles to zero-emissions (ZE) technology across Oakland, Richmond, and San Francisco. This grant is part of the Biden-Harris Administration's US$735 million Investing in America initiative,
  • AD Ports appoints Hassan Allam Construction to build Safaga Terminal
    AD Ports Group has announced the appointment of Hassan Allam Construction, the flagship subsidiary of Hassan Allam Holding and a leading contractor in Egypt and the MENA region, to construct the infrastructure for the Noatum Ports - Safaga Terminal. This terminal, located on Egypt's Red Sea coast, will be the first internationally-operated port terminal in Upper Egypt. Captain Mohamed Juma Al Sha
  • SC Ports records container volume growth
    South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) reported a 5% increase in containerized cargo moving through the Port of Charleston in November compared to the same month last year, with 116,273 pier containers and 211,443 TEUs. For the fiscal year to date (July 2024 - November 2024), container volumes have remained steady, with 583,959 pier containers and 1.06 million TEUs, reflecting a marginal 1% year-over-ye
  • Sea-Intelligence analyzes port-pair data in container alliances
    The current structure of the container shipping alliances [2M, THE and Ocean alliances] has been present since April 2017 and will last a few more weeks before new groupings are formed in February 2025. Danish maritime data analysis firm Sea-Intelligence has used 'offered port-pairs,' an important metric, to analyze market trends over the past eight years. The following figures show the distinct
  • Ports of LA and Long Beach set records
    The Port of Los Angeles handled 884,315 TEUs in November, marking a 16% increase compared to the same month last year. In the first 11 months of 2024, the Californian port has processed 9,375,735 TEUs, representing a 19% growth over 2023. At a media briefing, Scott Kelly, Vice President of Ocean Services for the Americas at Expeditors International, joined Executive Director Gene Seroka to discus
  • CMA CGM updates FAK rates from Indian Sub to North Europe and Med
    French shipping company CMA CGM has announced new Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates effective from 15 January 2025 (gate-in date), until further notice. These updated FAK rates will apply exclusively to dry cargo shipped from the Indian Subcontinent, including India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, to destinations in North Europe and the Mediterranean. 20' 40' From India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka Amount in US
  • Pakistan's Maritime Sector: Challenges and Strategic Developments
    The recent announcement about Pakistan's first major commercial ship being constructed at the Karachi Shipyard marks a significant development in the country's maritime sector. However, Pakistan continues to face challenges with its low export levels-a persistent barrier to achieving economic independence. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If y
  • Port Houston on track to surpass 4 million TEUs in 2024
    Port Houston is poised to close 2024 as one of its most successful years, having already handled around 3.8 million TEUs in the January-November period, translating to a 9% increase compared to the same period last year. November alone saw a record-breaking 369,361 TEUs, marking a 24% year-over-year surge and the highest monthly container volume of the year. Charlie Jenkins, CEO of Port Houston,
  • Can Europe handle a mega-ship grounding?
    As container ships have rapidly increased in size, the methods of dealing with casualties have remained fairly static, particularly where grounding is concerned, with vessels drained of fuel and cargo removed to lighten a vessel before it is refloated using tugs. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating
  • Port of Long Beach handles over 880,000 TEUs in November
    The Port of Long Beach processed 8,788,718 TEUs in the first 11 months of 2024, a 20.2% increase from the same period last year. Furthermore, buoyed by six consecutive months of record-breaking volumes, the Californian port is on track to handle approximately 9.6 million cargo containers by the close of 2024-surpassing the previous high set during the pandemic in 2021, all without congestion or d

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Splash web site
DECEMBER 18, 2024
  • Performance Shipping pens aframax charter with AET
    Greece's Performance Shipping has entered into a time charter contract with American Eagle Tankers (AET) for one of its aframax vessels. The deal will see the 2011-built, 104,623 dwt tanker Blue Moon work for AET, the tanker arm of Malaysia's top shipping line MISC, for 21 months. The charterer has the option to shorten or ...
  • Thomas Kazakos appointed ICS secretary general
    The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has appointed Thomas Kazakos as its next secretary general. The director general of the Cyprus Shipping Chamber since 1995 will replace Guy Platten, who will be stepping down at shipping's top lobby group in June next year after holding the position for nearly seven years. Kazakos started his career ...
  • Doun Kisen bulks up with four newbuilds in China
    Japan's Doun Kisen has boosted its bulk carrier orderbook in China with four additional newbuilds. Multiple broking outfits report the diversified shipowner has returned to Nantong Xiangyu Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering for a pair of kamsarmax and ultramax vessels each. The 82,000 dwt and 63,500 dwt units, costing about $37.3m and $35.3m, respectively are expected ...
  • Monjasa makes LNG bunkering move in the UAE
    Denmark-based bunker supplier Monjasa has brought in an LNG bunkering vessel on charter for deployment in the UAE. The company's move into the LNG bunkering space has seen NYK's 5,000 cu m Green Zeebrugge fixed for an undisclosed period in what Monjasa says was a response to a growing demand for alternative fuels, including ships ...
  • Seadrill bags $1bn for drillship duo in Brazil
    Offshore rig owner Seadrill has landed two drillship contracts worth nearly $1bn with Brazilian state-owned oil and gas major Petrobras. The New York-listed company has secured fresh employment for the ultra-deepwater units, West Tellus and West Jupiter, each set to deliver about $498m. The contracts include additional services but exclude mobilisation fees of $72.5m in ...
  • Ventura Offshore seals Petrobras drillship deal
    Oslo-listed Brazil-focused drilling contractor Ventura Offshore has secured employment for its ultra-deepwater drillship Carolina with Petrobras. The 2011-built unit has been fixed for 910 days under a deal worth around $363m for work on the Sepia and Atapu fields in the Santos basin offshore Brazil. The contract, which includes mobilisation fees, comes with a $113m ...
  • Fugro hired for ground investigation work on Equinor's European CO2 highway
    Dutch surveyor Fugro will be carrying out a comprehensive ground investigation for a new CO2 highway, off the coast of Belgium. The contract is part of a 1,000-kilometre-long planned pipeline by Equinor to transport CO2 between mainland Europe and Norway. The pipeline is targeted to come onstream in 2030. The pipeline is planned to start ...
  • Oil washes up along Black Sea coastline following triple tanker casualties
    Oil has washed up along the shorelines around the Kerch Strait following a series of tanker disasters involving ancient Russian tankers in recent days. Footage posted on social media showed birds along the shoreline covered in mazut on Monday, after 3,700 tonnes of the heavy, low-quality oil product spilled into the strait linking the Sea ...
  • UK keeps up sanctions pressure on Russian tankers
    The UK continues to lead the world in the tanker sanctions campaign levelled at Russia. Prime minister Keir Starmer revealed another 20 tankers have been added to the UK sanctions list yesterday while confirming news carried by Splash on Tuesday that the UK has teamed up with a number of north European neighbours to challenge ...
  • Navantia to buy Harland & Wolff
    Spanish shipbuilding group Navantia has ridden to the rescue of Harland & Wolff, a British shipbuilder weighed down in debt. Navantia will take over the company and its four shipyards spread across the United Kingdom, with the British government ensuring Harland & Wolff will build three navy vessels as part of the takeover deal, which ...
  • Nike supports CMA CGM's new electric barge service in Vietnam
    CMA CGM will deploy a 100% electric barge from 2026 powered by green electricity, alongside dedicated charging infrastructure supported by a new solar farm at its partially owned Gemalink Terminal in Cai Mep. The electric barge will operate on a 180 km return route between Binh Duong province and the deepsea Gemalink terminal, emitting zero ...
  • Children's book published exploring family separation
    As the holidays approach for much of the world, marine insurance specialist the Swedish Club and Mental Health Support Solutions (MHSS) have produced a children's book designed to explain why parents working at sea spend so much time away from home. The story Our Family and the Sea explores the stress of separation and takes ...
  • Another pirate attack recorded in the Singapore Strait
    Yesterday a Hong Kong-flagged bulk carrier was boarded by two individuals while transiting eastbound in the Philip Channel, 4.6 nautical miles northwest of Kapalajernih Island, Indonesia. The suspects were reportedly armed with a "gun-like" object, according to UK maritime security consultancy Ambrey. During the incident, the vessel was underway at 10.1 knots, with an estimated ...

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Lloyd's List web site
DECEMBER 18, 2024
  • LNG shipping execs write off 2025 and pin hopes on 2026-2028 recovery
    The counter-seasonal plunge in LNG shipping rates does not appear to be a transitory setback. It looks more like the...
  • Baltic Exchange appoints Howe Robinson's Guy Hindley as new chairman
    Guy Hindley has been appointed as the Baltic Exchange new chairman, effective January 1, 2025. He has been on the...
  • The Lloyd's List Outlook Forum: Is the dark fleet getting darker?
    We bring you more highlights from the Lloyd's List outlook forum held in London earlier this month, featuring foremost sanctions...
  • San Pedro Bay still handling record volumes
    While combined volumes fell from October - as has been the case in nearly each of the past six years...
  • Boxship charter market loses some steam but strong demand to continue
    Chartering activity has slowed in the final weeks of 2024 but there is no suggestion of a charter rate slump...
  • Australia downgrades mining exports by $63bn
    Treasurer Jim Chalmers said China's economic struggles meant Australia could lose A$100bn ($63bn) in mining exports over the next four...
  • Bunker supplier Monjasa to inaugurate LNG provision at Dubai
    Monjasa is set to deploy the first LNG bunkering vessel in the Middle East to serve the containership, cruiseship and...
  • International Chamber of Shipping names Thomas Kazakos as new secretary-general
    'Association man' and Cyprus shipowner representative Thomas Kazakos pledges to strengthen the voice of shipping, as he is confirmed as...
  • Boxships hit by huge hike in International Group reinsurance levy
    GXL price increases baked into calculations since Baltimore bridge collapse
  • What does a fake flag certificate look like? Lloyd's List shows you
    There is no international flag registry for St Maarten and these certificates are fraudulent, according to the Netherlands government
  • Global coal imports to shrink to 2027 after hitting record this year, IEA says
    Weather factors - particularly in China, the world's largest coal consumer - will have a major impact on short-term trends...
  • Ukraine 'outraged' at Yemen grain shipment from occupied Crimea
    Russian efforts to expand trading out of occupied territories continues to see ships deliver grain to Yemen, via a UN...
  • ONE partners with Ocean Alliance members on transpacific services
    Three new jointly operated services, namely AT1, AT2 and AT3, will connect 14 direct ports in the UK, continental Europe...
  • Red Sea crisis heavily redirects LNG flows but doesn't rescue LNG rates
    Monthly LNG carrier transits around the Cape of Good Hope have increased by twice as much as LNG transits through...
  • Norden seeks further expansion in project cargo to 'future-proof' company
    After two acquisitions in the past 18 months - Thorco Projects and Norlat Shipping - project cargo now comprises nearly...
  • Container shipping forecast adrift for 2025 with multiple variables in play
    Most analysts believe next year's container shipping market will be oversupplied. Teu-mile demand is projected to range from positive 3%...
  • The Daily View: It's the demand, stupid
    Your latest edition of Lloyd's List's Daily View - the essential briefing on the stories shaping shipping
  • Daily Briefing
    UK expands sanctions on Russia's 'shadow fleet' and targets trader | Baltic countries to check dark fleet insurance | Commodity...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
DECEMBER 18, 2024
  • DCLI adding GPS to domestic chassis
    DCLI equipping domestic chassis with GPS fills an information gap on when shippers sit on cargo excessively.
  • CPKC's bridge expansion boosts US-Mexico capacity, reliability
    The opening of a second span across the Laredo border will benefit CPKC trains to Atlanta and Chicago along with other transport providers such as Union Pacific Railroad and its customers.
  • Asia-US container spot rates spiking to year-end highs
    Spot rates from Asia to the US rose to highs this week as a looming dockworker strike on Jan. 15, the early Lunar New Year in Asia and the threat of tariffs under the new administration are keeping front loading of imports at unusually high levels for December.
  • Bridge expansion boosts CPKC intermodal capacity, reliability
    The opening of a second span across the Laredo border will benefit CPKC trains to Atlanta and Chicago along with other transport providers such as Union Pacific Railroad and its customers.
  • Asia-US spot rates surge to near-record levels
    Spot rates from Asia to the US rose to near-record highs this week as a looming dockworker strike on Jan. 15, the early Lunar New Year in Asia and the threat of tariffs under the new administration are keeping front loading of imports at unusually high levels for December.
  • New Year heralds triple threat to US container shipping
    The risk of an East and Gulf Coast port strike, US tariffs on China, and service disruptions through the launch of new alliances and networks await the industry in the first two months of 2025, writes Journal of Commerce Executive Editor Mark Szakonyi.

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TradeWinds web site
DECEMBER 18, 2024
  • BW Offshore-backed project aims to convert the ocean's power into green ammonia
    SwitcH2 and CorPower team up to feed green fuel-producing FPSO with wave power
  • Performance Shipping takes cover, and this time not from Economou
    Shipowner announces aframax fixture on day market hits two-month high
  • 'Tis the season for capesize bulkers to crash, but this year's lump of coal is worse
    Average spot rates hit lowest level since September 2023 and futures contracts plunge, but Diana Shipping charter shows
  • Veteran tanker values take big hit as buyer appetite plunges
    High tide of secondhand pricing ebbing amid uncertainty over rates
  • Howe Robinson's Guy Hindley replaces Lord Mountevans as Baltic Exchange chairman
    Dry cargo broking expert replaces Lord Mountevans after two-year term
  • Lloyd's of London prepares for shake-up after misconduct consultation
    Insurance marketplace wants wide-ranging powers to tackle bullying and harassment
  • Container ship owners pay price for Baltimore disaster with spike in reinsurance costs
    International Group of P&I Clubs reveals increased costs for owners across the board for 2025
  • ICS selects Cypriot shipping stalwart Thomas Kazakos to replace Guy Platten
    Head of Cyprus shipping association to take over next June as International Chamber of Shipping secretary general
  • Liner operators jockey for position in Transatlantic trade
    HMM returns to trade after six year absence as ONE teams up with member of Ocean Alliance
  • Expanding US LNG exports will add to climate woes, says Biden administration
    It is December and raining LNG reports as a year-long study finally lands
  • Christen Sveaas and Exmar-backed owner seals Petrobras drill ship charter at $374,000 per day
    Oslo-listed Ventura Offshore books out the Carolina for at least two and a half years
  • Grieg Maritime Group names ex-banker as new head of open hatch
    Henrik Rese Bredesen will continue as head of finance
  • ICS picks Cypriot shipping stalwart Thomas Kazakos to replace Guy Platten
    Head of Cyprus shipping association to take over next June as International Chamber of Shipping secretary general
  • Bureau Veritas joins household names on France's benchmark CAC 40 index
    Class society says inclusion is a result of new growth strategy
  • Norway to support construction of nine more ammonia and hydrogen fuel vessels
    Government support focuses on market confidence in ammonia and hydrogen fuels, but veers away from fuel subsidies
  • Western Bulk panamax head Mohneesh Bhutani quits for Dubai shipowner
    Change of role comes after eight-year stint with the company
  • Norway to support construction of nine more vessels set to be built with ammonia of hydrogen fuel
    A total of 24 hydrogen and ammonia fuelled vessel projects awarded funding in 2024
  • Gas carrier damaged after collision with passenger ship
    Government reported that ro-ro drifted in current off port of Merak, Indonesia
  • How Idan Ofer built the world's largest private shipping fleet
    Investment drive that began in 2018 has catapulted the tycoon to fresh heights in 2024, making the shipowner the TradeWinds person of the year
  • Golden Ocean spends $11.5m on its own stock as share price falls
    John Fredriksen bulker company takes advantage of value dip
  • 'First big scrapping cycle' forecast for LNG shipping market with no place for steam turbine vessels
    Market not expected to swing back into balance until 2026-2027
  • Tax rules prompt John Fredriksen to move his private shipping empire out of London
    Tycoon eyeing other more favourable regimes for his new base
  • Russia declares state of emergency as oil washes ashore after twin tanker incidents
    A third vessel in fleet of Volgotanker issues distress call
  • NRP gets 'selective' on deals as markets ride volatility
    Financier capitalises on strong container feeder market
  • Idan Ofer's EPS Ventures teams up with Norwegian government on shore power investment
    West coast Norwegian company gets NOK 50m injection
  • Monjasa takes LNG bunker vessel on charter for new Dubai-based business
    Fuel supplier scores a double first with its initial unit and a Middle East base for LNG bunkers
  • FSL Trust makes profit of $2.3m from tanker sale
    Unnamed buyer pays $7.15m for vessel first reported sold on Monday

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American Shipper web site
DECEMBER 18, 2024
  • Waiting game: Port strike or no port strike?
    The International Longshoremen's Association has the backing of President-elect Trump in its contract fight with East and Gulf Coast port employers, who may yet have the final say.
  • Reserve before it's too late! Houthis mull Red Sea security webinar
    The rebel militia that has spent the past year terrorizing Red Sea shipping may be taking a new tack as events unfold in the Mideast.
  • DCLI adding GPS tracking to domestic chassis fleet
    Direct ChassisLink Inc. announced it's adding GPS tracking to its entire fleet of 53-foot domestic chassis.
  • US carrier GlobalX in joint venture to launch Australian cargo airline
    Global Crossing Airlines is branching out from the U.S. market to help investors start a charter airline in Australia, serving passenger and cargo airlines.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
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
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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