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International Transport Journal web site
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
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  • Hellmann homes in on robotics
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  • Swiss digital driving specialist goes to Germany
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The Loadstar web site
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
  • Back to work order sees Canadian ports reopen to a battle against backlogs
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  • Analysis: Felixstowe, London Gateway, MSC & Gemini - musical chairs in UK ports
  • US and Mexico intermodal traffic surge too much for railways to swallow?
  • DSV Schenker - Herr Kuehne redux
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  • Hede Shipping rejigs transpac feeder service to target growing ecommerce
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Marine Log web site
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
  • BRIX Marine delivers new megayacht tender T/T Kismet
    Superyachts deserve super tenders and the latest megayacht tender delivered by Port Angeles, Wash.-based BRIX Marine, the T/T Kismet has been designed for the tender garage on the 122-meter Kismet, recently completed
  • U.K. MAIB reports on deadly capsize of tug Biter
    The U.K. Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has now published its accident investigation report into the girting [girding] and capsize of the tug Biter off Greenock, Scotland on February 2023. Biter was
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    "Safety is more than just compliance. It is now synonymous with security, reliability, collective relationships and people. Safety is also becoming systems based rather than rooted in prescriptive rules or specific component

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Container News web site
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
  • Navigating the Future: Small Unmanned Container Ships
    In the ever-evolving landscape of global trade, a revolutionary trend is taking shape that promises to redefine maritime logistics: small unmanned ships designed to carry single containers. This emerging technology stands in stark contrast to the traditional behemoths that have dominated shipping lanes for decades. As the global trade dynamics continue to shift, small unmanned container ships cou
  • Towngas, CPN ink green methanol deal to promote Hong Kong as green port
    The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (Towngas) and China Gas Yuanbang Petrochemical (China Gas Yuanbang) have signed a memorandum of cooperation to establish a long-term partnership. The collaboration aims to develop both local and international markets for green methanol as a shipping fuel, supporting the maritime industry's green transformation. Under the agreement, Towngas will supply s
  • CMA CGM to introduce congestion surcharge in Mauritius
    In light of the current situation in Mauritius, CMA CGM has informed its customers about the implementation of a port congestion surcharge (PCS). This surcharge will take effect on 15 December 2024 and remain in place until further notice. The French ocean carrier said the PCS will apply to all dry and reefer cargo destined for Port Louis in Mauritius. The surcharge will be approximately US$200 p
  • AAL celebrates milestone in super B-Class fleet expansion
    AAL Shipping (AAL), a provider in the project heavy-lift carrier sector, has celebrated the official naming of AAL Antwerp, the fourth vessel in its pioneering eight-ship, third-generation Super B-Class fleet. This milestone marks the halfway point of AAL's ambitious fleet expansion program and aligns with its commitment to delivering sustainable, high-capacity shipping solutions tailored to the
  • Dark Anniversary: Red Sea Crisis and its Ongoing Impact on Global Trade
    The 19th of November marks the first "anniversary" of the Red Sea crisis, which began on the same date in 2023. 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 .
  • 1,000 Days of Conflict: The impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on global maritime trade
    Today (19 November) marks the 1,000th day since the onset of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, a conflict that has reshaped global seaborne trades. 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 .
  • MSC increases rates from Far East to Mediterranean and Black Sea
    MSC has announced new freight rates from all Far East ports (including, but not limited to, ports in Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia) to Mediterranean ports (including West Med, East Med, Adriatic, and North Africa) as well as Black Sea ports. The following Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates will be effective from 1 December until further notice, but not beyond 14 December. Port of loading Port of di
  • Seaspan Energy, the first accredited LNG bunkering supplier at Vancouver Port
    The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has granted its first liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering accreditation, allowing Seaspan Energy, based in North Vancouver, to refuel select ships calling at the Port of Vancouver with LNG. This milestone follows a comprehensive multi-year evaluation process that adhered to international best practices for safety, including the Society for Gas as a Marine Fue
  • NWSA handles over 270,000 TEUs in October
    Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA) reported its international container volumes increased by 1.7% in October compared to the same month last year. Full international imports grew significantly, rising 6.9%-marking the eighth consecutive month of growth. However, full international exports dropped sharply by 13.4%. Total container volume, including both international and domestic, reached 273,355 T
  • Taiwanese box lines to work with TIPC to develop methanol storage in Kaohsiung
    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 .
  • Legal Risks: How to Avoid Liability for Accidents in Transit
    Accidents during transit can pose significant legal challenges for businesses and individuals alike. Identifying potential legal risks beforehand is crucial, so we recommend you mitigate liability risks with expert legal advice . By understanding these risks and taking proactive steps, it is possible to significantly reduce the likelihood of facing legal claims related to transit accidents. Minim
  • CMA CGM announces Panama Canal surcharges in response to higher fees
    To support large infrastructure investments and enhance transit certainty and flexibility, the Panama Canal Authority will implement a new prepaid slot allocation (LoTSA) for Neopanamax vessels starting January 2025, along with an increase in their booking fees. In response to these additional costs and to continue providing reliable services through the Panama Canal, CMA CGM said it will introdu
  • EU and UK impose new sanctions on Iran, including IRISL
    The European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) have imposed new sanctions on several Iranian entities and individuals, including the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL). EU said the sanctions are a response to Iran's human rights abuses, nuclear proliferation activities and military support for Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine. "The EU has repeatedly condemned serious h
  • Shipbuilding Industry: Eurasian block outpaces Western productivity
    The shipbuilding industry displays diverse trends across various regions, influenced by a mix of geopolitical, economic, and strategic factors. According to data from Xclusiv Shipbrokers, Chinese shipyards saw a 17% year-on-year increase in new orders for bulk carriers, tankers, gas carriers, and container ships in the first ten months of the year. Chinese shipyards lead in the container and bulk
  • CMA CGM implements congestion surcharge in Canadian ports
    Due to the current strike disruptions in Canada's East Coast ports, CMA CGM has announced the implementation of a Port Congestion Surcharge (PCS). This surcharge will be effective from 23 November 2024 (based on the loading date) and will remain in place until further notice. It will apply to cargo shipped from North Europe, including North France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Scandinavia, Poland

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Splash web site
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
  • Is Trump dead set on protectionism?
    Andrew Craig-Bennett muses on what the imminent swearing in of the 47th president of the United States means for international merchant shipping. The Old Man said, "I mean to hang on Till her canvas busts or her sticks are all gone..." Which the darned fool did, till at last Overboard went her mizzen mast. John ...
  • Angad Banga identifies Hong Kong's maritime needs
    The local shipowner association in Hong Kong has been in regular dialogue with government to foster better maritime conditions. The latest installment from our brand new magazine being distributed across Hong Kong Maritime Week. Angad Banga is mid-way through a two-year tenure as chairman of the Hong Kong Shipowners Association (HKSOA), at which point he ...
  • CDB Leasing offloads kamsarmax trio at auction
    CDB Leasing has been tied to a triple kamsarmax bulker sale through an auction. Multiple brokers report the Hong Kong-listed leasing unit of China Development Bank has offloaded the 2015-built CL Rizhao and the 2016-built CL Singapore and CL Tianjing for around $68.5m. VesselsValues estimates the ships between 81,300 dwt and 81,600 dwt to be ...
  • Keppel takes control of 13 legacy rigs amid hot offshore market conditions
    Singapore conglomerate Keppel has taken control of the 13 legacy rigs held by Rigco Holding at a time of improved conditions in the offshore rig market. Keppel currently holds a 10% equity stake in Rigco, S$139m ($103.8m) in perpetual securities and approximately S$4.3bn ($3.2bn) in vendor notes. Rigco will undertake a selective capital reduction exercise, ...
  • Monte Nero adds to product tanker orderbook in China
    Athens-based owner Monte Nero Maritime has been linked to an order for up to four MR2 product tanker newbuilds at Chinese repair and retrofit yard COSCO Shipping Heavy Industries (Guangdong). Brokers in Greece have placed two firm 50,000 dwt newbuilds at $44m, with deliveries set for 2027, while the optional duo would join the fleet ...
  • Green Era Shipping orders dozen bulkers from China
    Chinese shipbuilder Fujian Lixin Ship Engineering has signed a contract with Istanbul-based Green Era Shipping for the construction of 12 bulk carriers. The contract, signed during the China Maritime Equipment Expo 2024, consists of orders for six 4,300 dwt and six 5,300 dwt bulkers. Financial details of the deal were not revealed. Lixin Ship was ...
  • Seapeak snaps up Navigare Capital's LNG carrier
    Stonepeak's gas ship owner and operator, Seapeak, has added to its LNG fleet via a $213m deal with Copenhagen-based alternative investment fund manager Navigare Capital Partners. The company said in its earnings release it had snapped up 100% interest in the 2021-built, 174,000 cu m Marvel Swan. The deal included the existing charter ending in ...
  • Shipping reflects on a year of Red Sea chaos and 1,000 days of war in Ukraine
    Today is the one-year anniversary of the start of Red Sea crisis as well as being the 1,000th day since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine - two events that have been seismic for shipping. On November 19 last year, Houthi militants stormed the Bahamas-flagged Galaxy Leader, taking the car carrier and its ...
  • Massachusetts bill extends offshore wind contracts to 30 years
    The US state of Massachusetts has passed sweeping new climate legislation to accelerate progress towards the state's goals of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 and improve offshore wind permitting. The bill consolidates reviews of clean energy siting and permitting. This will speed the pace of planning, constructing, and bringing clean energy infrastructure online ...
  • Taiwan Navigation signs for Oshima ultramax newbuilds
    Taiwan Navigation has returned to Japan to a familiar yard for its latest fleet expansion. The company has ordered a pair of ultramax bulk carriers at Oshima Shipbuilding for delivery in 2028. The 64,000 dwt units are costing around $39m each, Taiwan Navigation, which this year took delivery of Oshima-built ultramax Tai Sentry (pictured) ordered ...
  • New York Shipping Exchange to launch container indices next year
    The New York Shipping Exchange (NYSHEX) has received investment from Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) and will proceed with plans to launch its own series of container freight indices next year. Gordon Downes, CEO and co-founder of NYSHEX, said the new set of indices will be based on actual cargo moving rates, with ICE serving as the ...
  • Allseas sheds 48-year-old pipelay barge for repurposing
    Swiss-based marine construction specialist Allseas has sold the shallow-water pipelay barge Tog Mor, which ran aground earlier this year, for repurposing. Allseas is selling the barge after more than 20 years of service. The vessel was built in 1976 as a heavy-duty floating derrick and purchased by Allseas in 1997. It was then converted for ...
  • BW LNG sells one VLGC, declares option to buy another
    VLGC owner BW LPG Limited has sold the 2007-built BW Cedar and exercised a purchase option for the 2019-built BW Kizoku. BW LPG's 52% owned subsidiary BW LPG India sold the 82,260 cu m BW Cedar as part of a planned fleet renewal. On a 100% basis, the sale is priced at approximately $65m and ...
  • Ruby back in the headlines as it offloads some of its controversial cargo into the North Sea
    The Ruby, a controversial Russia-linked bulk carrier, is back in the headlines again. The pariah ship has been in and out of the news over the past couple of months after it suffered damage when encountering bad weather off the far north of Norway, while carrying a cargo of potentially explosive ammonium nitrate. After many ...
  • Port of Tallinn positions itself as a green fuels provider
    With the Baltic becoming one of the world's most advanced regions for multiple alternative fuels, a country on its eastern flank is trying to position itself as the green bunker supplier of the future. State-run Port of Tallinn has announced Jetgas will construct a liquefied methane terminal with up to five tanks at the Port ...
  • EU and UK issue sanctions against IRISL
    The UK and the European Union have targeted Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines(IRISL) in their latest round of sanctions. The Iranian containerline and its CEO, Mohammadreza Modarres Khiabani, have been sanctioned over the company's ongoing military support to Russia's war against Ukraine and to armed groups and entities in the Middle East and the ...
  • Wallenius Wilhelmsen debuts multi-fuel BAF
    Norway's Wallenius Wilhelmsen is launching a re-engineered bunker adjustment factor (BAF). Called BAF2.0, the car carrier firm claims it will increase transparency of fuel costs, fuel consumption and emissions. BAF2.0 will work as before capturing fuel price fluctuations, but now including a future fuel mix. Wallenius Wilhelmsen's fuel mix will gradually phase out fossil fuels ...
  • Geneva Dry Dialogues: Precious Shipping
    Making predictions in shipping is akin to chewing glass says Khalid Hashim, managing director of Thailand's largest dry bulk owner, Precious Shipping. "Only the insane would do that," he says, stressing: "Predictions in shipping are always wrong." Nevertheless, when pressed to give his take on where the dry bulk markets will be come the end ...
  • Hong Kong's role in global ship finance
    The city has plenty of core strengths when it comes to providing capital to shipping. The latest installment from our brand new magazine being distributed across Hong Kong Maritime Week. Hong Kong has a long tradition of providing shipping finance and progress has recently been made to attract new owners, leasing companies and managers to ...

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Lloyd's List web site
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
  • US port strike timing could collide with Trump presidential transition
    Dockworkers at US east and Gulf coast ports could go on strike again on January 16, five days before Donald...
  • BW LPG renews fleet with $135m worth of deals in 'firm' S&P market
    BW LPG is renewing its fleet with a $65m sale of an older VLGC and a $69.8m purchase of newer...
  • Is shipping clinging to the past in upholding of global order?
    Shipping costs are rising, ship financing may be under threat and shipbuilding could be disrupted. The industry has been advised...
  • EuroDry dips further into the red but eyes improvement ahead
    Greek bulker owner sees hope in Chinese economic stimulus, but biggest source of optimism lies in modest fleet growth
  • Green corridors facing 'feasibility wall'
    The cost gap between conventional fuel and green fuel remains the biggest stumbling block to green corridors, according to a...
  • Red Sea traffic one year on: down but not out
    Country affiliation, sector, dark transits; we present all the numbers to understand the fleet sailing the beleaguered shipping lane
  • 'Toxic' sanctioned Hennesea tankers on the move after months idle
    None of the anonymously owned fleet of 19 tankers - which were designated in January in the toughest crackdown yet...
  • Prokopiou adds more tanker orders to mammoth newbuild spree
    Greek owner has ordered more than 90 tankers, bulkers and LNG carriers, but one bulker project is said to be...
  • Galaxy Leader owners in dispute with Codan over loss of hire cover
    Development comes as Ray Car Carriers set to collect $65m claim on hull war risk policy
  • Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd drop Felixstowe from new Gemini network
    The new Gemini Cooperation will not call at England's biggest container port, citing need for reliability, reach and speed
  • A year of Houthi terror in numbers
    One year on since the Iran-backed rebel group hijacked car carrier Galaxy Leader and took its crew hostage, there have...
  • Decarbonising maritime transport requires external efforts, shipowners say
    DNV forecasts that decarbonising shipping could double the cost of container transport
  • NorthStandard confirms renewal round rate hike after string of big hits
    Succession of major casualties is function of enlarged scale, but will take combined ratio well over break-even point, Grose admits
  • Hin Leong founder handed 17-year sentence in Singapore
    Lim Oon Kuin (known as OK Lim) was accused of cheating global bank HSBC out of $111.6m through discounts made...
  • The Daily View: Great ironic job titles of our time
    Your latest edition of Lloyd's List's Daily View - the essential briefing on the stories shaping shipping
  • Daily Briefing
    Ascot and Markel lead hull war risk slip on Galaxy Leader | IMO Council hears states condemn a year of...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
  • China logistics giant SF Holding launches $793 million Hong Kong IPO
    The company has the largest ground transportation fleet in Asia, with more than 86,000 trucks and 100,000 first- and last-mile delivery vehicles.
  • Former congressman, TV host gets Trump's nod to lead DOT
    Sean Duffy is the incoming administration's pick for transportation secretary, with much of his prior legislative focus on issues related to trucking.
  • UP hikes LA-LB surcharges again as volumes remain elevated
    The new charges apply to both spot market business originating in Southern California and to contractual agreements when weekly limits are surpassed by shippers using rail-owned containers.
  • NYSHEX says will launch ocean freight rate indexes next year
    The New York Shipping Exchange's plan to introduce indexes to support long-term contracts adds to an already crowded field of providers.
  • Global shippers' alliance to launch pioneering e-fuel ocean tender
    The urgent creation of new e-fuel markets for the most scalable net-zero solutions is essential if global cargo owners are to achieve their 2030 and 2040 climate goals, according to ZEMBA.
  • Green ocean corridors hitting 'feasibility wall': Global Maritime Forum
    A lack of action at the government level is now the number one bottleneck facing green corridor projects, according to a new report.

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TradeWinds web site
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
  • Star Bulk cranks up earnings and scores $130m debt deal
    New York-listed shipowner delivers results within range of Wall Street expecations
  • 'At risk of failure': Four retail brands accused of stalled progress on shipping emissions
    Four companies face a potential 'F' in next report card by Ship It Zero
  • Ocean Yield reveals profit growth as six ships snapped up from leases
    Leasing player nears completion of LNG investment
  • Houthis confirm strike on bulker as shipping marks first anniversary of Red Sea crisis
    Yemeni rebel group said that the vessel's management company ignored warnings
  • Judge threatens to close the book on third lawsuit against Kalani Investments
    Judge asks shareholders who sued Diana Containerships why he shouldn't throw out their case
  • Aristides Pittas bulker firm EuroDry posts sixth loss in seven quarters as it boosts firepower
    Greek owner of midsize bulkers sends almost a third of its fleet through dry dock amid sluggish markets
  • German engineering lobby group sets out pan-European aims
    VDMA drops full German name as it aligns itself with expanded role
  • BW LPG sale shows VLGC asset prices rising despite 'stunted' rates, Jefferies says
    Analysts note disposal of 2007-built vessel for more than a younger gas carrier when earnings were higher
  • Venture Global poised to rise through US LNG producer ranks as second plant poised for exports
    Controversial US producer is widely tipped to be pursuing plans for an IPO
  • Trafigura funnelled shipping bribes through 'Mr Non-Compliant', claims court filing
    Trading and shipowning giant's former parent company faces Swiss trial on 2 December
  • CDB Leasing snaps up Sainty Shipbuilding ultramax resales
    Chinese financier paying up to $67m for bulkers ordered by Hong Kong's Smooth Shipping
  • Private equity-backed Premuda extends bulker and tanker sell-off
    Pillarstone-controlled platform linked to yet another batch of vessel sales
  • Hazard warning: Houthi fighters leave a toxic legacy, warns shipping watchdog
    IMO chief Arsenio Dominguez says attacks have forced industry to improve its response to geopolitical shocks
  • Tankers in for 'a winter of discontent' as China reshuffles declining imports
    World's largest oil importer is finding new sources for its smaller needs
  • Offices raided as MSC, Moby and GNV face competition probe in Italy
    Regulator says restrictions of competition may have taken place after MSC bought into ropax company
  • Supercycles, tariffs and changing trade lanes: Container shipping is adapting to new world order
    Top liner bosses tell Hong Kong conference how they will prevent a return to dark days for liner sector
  • DNB targets fee income growth as it builds on status as shipping's top M&A advisor
    Bank sees 'ample growth opportunities' for takeover of Carnegie
  • Turkish start-up enters shipowning scene with order for 12 bulkers at Chinese yard
    Green Era signs for vessels at Chinese maritime equipment conference
  • 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
  • Why following the money, not military action, is likely key to ending Red Sea shipping crisis
    We reflect on a year that saw a major international waterway shut to western shipping
  • Largest-ever batteries installed on a ship show their power during sea trials
    Brittany Ferries' Saint Malo has completed tests with 12 MWh of battery power and LNG fuel
  • The terrorist named 'Rainbow': Meet the man accused of funding the Houthi war on shipping
    Researcher estimates al-Jamal's network may bring in $4bn in revenue for Yemen-based militant group
  • MOL teams with utility on liquefied hydrogen carrier design
    Owner and power generator become first pairing in Japan to tackle marine transport of new fuel
  • Private equity-backed Premuda extends tanker and bulker sell-off
    Pillarstone-controlled platform linked to yet another batch of vessel sales
  • Asia's biggest offshore shipowner gets $100m funding pump from Australian state
    Cyan Renewables gets another boost for fleet expansion ambitions
  • Damaged bulker accused of dumping potentially explosive cargo in North Sea
    Controversial vessel returns to headlines after temporarily leaving port of Great Yarmouth
  • MOL teams with utility Kepco on liquefied hydrogen carrier design
    Owner and power generator become first pairing in Japan to tackle marine transport of new fuel
  • Greek shipowner Panos Laskaridis makes his largest tanker play with double resale deal
    Greek owner's Laskaridis Shipping has acquired a pair of methanol-ready tankers at Zhoushan Changhong
  • Tomini beefs up new chartering arm with high-profile hires as it quits kamsarmax sector
    Shipowner says Claus Damkjaer and Stjernholm will strengthen its new chartering division
  • John Fredriksen-backed Edda Wind banking newbuilding contract and financing
    In signing process of signing charter contract for CSOV newbuild
  • LNG ships divert to Europe as Gazprom's OMV supply ban boosts prices
    Kpler tracks at least five vessels switching destinations from Asia
  • 'Abnormal' times: Conflicts and claims prompt NorthStandard to push up premiums
    Second-largest P&I club says claims environment is not unprecedented, but 'it is nonetheless unusual'
  • Hanwha Ocean wins order for two VLGC newbuildings as MOL doubles up
    Japanese owner is named as the company behind order
  • Houthis: We don't accept bungs to give ships safe passage
    Rebel groups says it provides safe transit service for ships not linked to Israel and its allies
  • Safe Bulkers announces $22m share buyback after profit jump
    Greek bulker owner will look to acquire 4.7% of its equity
  • Maersk completes first methanol conversion of large container ship infamous for deadly fire
    The 88-day job is finished at Zhoushan Xinya Shipyard
  • Longship lists €60m bond issue in Oslo as newbuilding slate swells
    Netherlands owner taps Norwegian market for new financing
  • Potent weapons and threatening emails: How Houthi tactics have evolved during a year of terror
    Attacks have reshaped trade routes and caused death, destruction and disruption
  • BW LPG steps up fleet renewal with sale and purchase of VLGCs in deals worth $135m
    Five-year-old BW Kizoku replaces 17-year-old BW Cedar
  • Mitsui OSK Lines linked to $245m VLGC order at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries
    Japanese company emerges as owner behind dual-fuel duo
  • Steve Kunzer says goodbye to Lila Global after near two-year stint
    GMS founder Anil Sharma has taken over the running of Dubai shipowner for now
  • Taiwan Navigation splashes $78m on ultramax bulker newbuildings in Japan
    Shipowner will take delivery in 2028
  • MOL linked to VLGCs order at Hyundai yard
    Japanese shipowner emerges as owner behind pair of dual-fuelled 88,000-cbm LPG carriers ordered at Ulsan yard
  • How religion is raising red flags for seafarers in the Red Sea
    Ship manager says few Indian seafarers have declined Red Sea transits in past year

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American Shipper web site
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
  • US importers urge Biden to step up Red Sea protections
    The American Apparel & Footwear Association said the U.S. should do more to protect Mideast shipping as attacks on vessels spur "unsustainable" higher costs and delays.
  • Cargojet charter with Amazon freight skids off runway in Vancouver
    An Amazon charter flight operated by Canadian partner Cargojet overshot the runway at Vancouver airport, impacting flight operations.
  • Etihad Airways orders 3 additional A350 freighters from Airbus
    MIAMI BEACH, Fla. - Etihad Airways has decided to exercise an option for three Airbus A350 next-generation freighters, bringing its total order to 10 aircraft, said Stanislas Brun, vice president [...]
  • Nyshex closes latest funding round, launches shipping rate indexes
    The New York Shipping Exchange announced it has closed a Series C funding round and launched a series of shipping rate indexes.

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