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February 21, 2024

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Exim India web site
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
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  • Soymeal export seen dipping by a fifth
  • JBS Academy organises field visit to Hazira Port
  • Chennai Port Authority allocates Rs 3.12 crore for CSR projects
  • Minister unveils projects to boost IWT
  • Talks on Eastern Maritime Corridor progressing well
  • CBIC urged to suspend transhipment of B'desh export cargo via Delhi
  • Envirotainer commits to ambitious science-based targets
  • Akasa Air to launch maiden international service on March 28
  • Bid submitted for GoFirst

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International Transport Journal web site
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
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  • Chermaine Chia to head ocean freight
  • Four and 45 Dreamliners for Southeast Asian carriers
  • Replacing 6 million sheets of paper
  • Energy-positive on 37 hectares
  • An offshore deal in the Middle East
  • Sydney's railfreight network transformed
  • Eviation renews leadership team
  • BUD Cargo City expanded
  • GXO rides the robotics wave
  • Unifeeder's green fleet grows
  • More freight through Azerbaijan
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  • InPost picks CFO
  • A tough year for IDS Logistik
  • Welcome aboard 'M/S Finncanopus'

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The Loadstar web site
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
  • Ocean carriers determined to hang onto containers as supply tightens
  • The case of the missing passenger belly capacity
  • Shopify impacted - due diligence on Flexport losses
  • MSC Air Cargo ends deal with GSSA ECS in bid to 'go it alone'
  • US warehouse lease rates climb even as demand for space slows
  • How the war changed Russia's container flows
  • Rising inflation driving food supply chain robberies
  • Praying for rain as record lows loom for Panama Canal and Amazon
  • The longer you delay digital transformation, the further you fall behind
  • TPM24 preview, shifting the cold chain to -15°C, USWC cargo gains
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Marine Log web site
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
  • Red Sea: French frigates take out Houthi drones
    The EU's EUNAVOR ASPIDES naval mission, formally announced only yesterday, is already up and running with French FREMM frigates patrolling in the Gulf of Aden and Southern Red Sea intercepting and destroying
  • VIDEO: Chemship retrofit is a wind-assisted propulsion world first
    Chemship's 2015-built 16,111 dwt Chemical Challenger has become the world's first chemical tanker to be retrofitted with wind-assisted propulsion. This week, four 16-meter-high aluminum Econowind Ventofoils wing sails were installed on board
  • Cadeler books Baltica 2 wind turbine installation contract
    Copenhagen, Denmark, headquartered offshore wind farm installation specialist Cadeler (OSE: CADLR; NYSE: CDLR) has booked a major contract in Poland. Awarded by Ørsted and PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczn, it covers the transport

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Container News web site
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
  • Truck and rail dwell time remains steady at San Pedro Bay Ports
    Through January, cargo traveling through the San Pedro Bay Port complex and destined for local delivery via truck spent an average of 2.89 days at port terminals, translating to a slight uptick from December's average of 2.69 days. The January truck dwell time is within the normal range, said the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association (PMSA). Dwell time for rail-destined cargo saw a small decrease
  • Port of Prince Rupert handles 23.5 million cargo tonnes in 2023
    In 2023, the Port of Prince Rupert handled 23.5 million tonnes of cargo, translating to a decrease of 5% compared to the volumes recorded in the previous year. According to a statement, this marks the third consecutive year of declining volume and reflects the challenges posed by the dynamic nature of global shipping routes, subdued demand for imports, and the competitive landscape with other Nor
  • The Role Of Big Data In Personalizing Consumer Experience
    As we all know that e commerce companies are simply booming and giving their customers more and more options when it comes to online buying. However because the competition is increasing businesses must contend with all the obstacles to remain viable in a world of the e-commerce industry. Numerous cutting edge technologies are now available that operate in the E-commerce platform to give customer
  • What Electronic Music Songs to Listen to While Driving?
    Are you going on a journey alone or with your friends or even your family now, thinking about which electronic music songs to play to add a bit of ginger and aroma to the drive? If that is it, then we can bodily say you are in the right place right now. We understand the fact that music is one of the leading recipes that can make the journey balanced and entertaining for you and for whomever you
  • Factors to Consider When Selecting Private Equity Portfolio Management Software
    As of 2023, private equity, hedge fund, and investment vehicle sectors in the US employed 77,941 people . Success in private equity requires effective portfolio management. Many businesses use technology to streamline processes due to increasingly complex investment plans and regulatory obligations. However, selecting software designed to manage private equity portfolios can be a challenging ende
  • PSA partners with HERE Technologies to enhance truck operations in Singapore
    HERE Technologies, a major provider of location data and technology solutions, has announced its collaboration with PSA Singapore, the operator of the world's largest transshipment hub, to revolutionise the container truck ecosystem in Singapore. The aim is to enhance the efficiency of goods movement at Singapore's terminals. Singapore holds the prestigious position of being the top maritime capi
  • Transpacific container trade bounces back in the beginning of 2024
    Transpacific eastbound box volumes have rebounded by 16.9% in January 2024 and full-year volumes are expected to record positive growth again after falling by 15.1% last year, according to the latest report by Lynerlytica. The logistics consultant said transpacific carriers have been able to take advantage of the strong cargo rebound with freight rates more than 200% higher compared to last year.
  • HHLA faces financial and operational challenges with declines in key performance metrics
    German port and terminal operator Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) recorded a drop in its revenue of 8.3% to €1.447 billion in 2023. Additionally, the Group reported an operating result (EBIT) of €109 million, thus falling below the expected range of €115-135 million, while HHLA achieved €220 million EBIT in the previous year. Moreover, the company's profit after tax and minority interests
  • METRANS Group acquires 100% stake in Adria Rail
    METRANS has acquired a 100% stake in Adria Rail, less than a year after it took over 51% of the company. Adria Rail is a Croatian company that operates intermodal trains to, from and through Croatia. The firm will present the new logo, aligned with the group's visual identity. Adria Rail has also been the intermodal operator of the trains connecting the Rijeka container terminal in the Adriatic S
  • SeaLead, Blue Water Line introduce new Gulf India Express service
    SeaLead and Blue Water Line, an Abrao Group Company, will launch a new container service, the Gulf India Express (GIX), aiming to enhance the trade routes between India and the Gulf region. Each company will deploy one vessel on the service, which is expected to provide a reliable and efficient weekly rotation connecting the key ports of Mundra, Nhava Sheva, Sohar, Jebel Ali, Dammam, and returnin
  • Wärtsilä and Siem Offshore partner on fleet decarbonisation solutions
    Siem Offshore is collaborating with technology firm Wärtsilä to diminish the carbon footprint of its fleet of 26 vessels. The company aims to cut CO2 emissions by 50% by 2030, recognizing partnership as crucial in discovering suitable technological remedies. The agreement targets the identification and deployment of solutions to enhance energy efficiency and substantially decrease greenhouse gas
  • Hellmann joins forces with Hamburg's digital hub as corporate partner
    Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, a global family-owned company, has been actively collaborating with various start-ups for years to drive the digital transformation of the industry. Since February, Hellmann has partnered with the Digital Hub Logistics in Hamburg (DHLH), contributing its expertise to anchor innovations sustainably within the structures of a global medium-sized company. DHLH, an innov
  • European vessel owners launch defensive maritime security operation in the Red Sea
    In response to increasing threats targeting commercial shipping, the European Union (EU) Council officially initiated the EU's defensive maritime security operation in the Red Sea on 19 February. Operation ASPIDES, which commenced on 19 February, is tasked with providing defensive measures to accompany and safeguard commercial vessels in the region against potential maritime attacks. European Com
  • Container traffic increases at Valencia terminals
    According to the January Statistical Bulletin of the Port Authority of València (PAV), there has been a notable 5.11% increase in the volume of goods entering and departing from Valencian terminals compared to January 2023, surpassing six million tonnes in total (6,063,224 tonnes). The container traffic has also seen a significant uptick, with the number of boxes entering and leaving the terminal
  • CMA CGM applies new surcharges from Europe to India, Middle East Gulf and Red Sea
    French ocean carrier CMA CGM announced that it will implement the following peak season surcharges, effective from 1 March. For dry cargo from North Europe, Scandinavia, Poland, Baltic, East & West Mediterranean, Adriatic, Black Sea and North Africa to the Indian ports of Nhava Sheva, Mundra and Hazira, the surcharge will be US$200 per container. Additionally, the Marseille-based box line will ap
  • The Role of Digitalization in Enhancing Maritime Safety and Efficiency
    In today's rapidly evolving maritime industry, navigating the waters of digital transformation can often feel like playing at Fire Stampede Demo , where each strategic decision and technological investment carries the potential for high rewards amidst the risks. Digitalization has become a cornerstone for enhancing safety, efficiency, and sustainability, referring to the integration and utilizati
  • KEZAD Group and APT sign lease agreement for automotive aluminium plant
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Splash web site
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
  • Shipping in the Year of the Dragon: Containers
    The Year of the Dragon, the most auspicious of animals in the Chinese zodiac, is upon us. What does the following year have in store for shipping's fortunes? Maritime CEO is back with a unique annual outlook looking at the prospects for the main shipping sectors, as well as having deep dives into the Chinese ...
  • United Maritime expands with kamsarmax bareboat deal
    Nasdaq-listed Greek bulker owner United Maritime has boosted its fleet by taking a Japanese-built kamsarmax on a bareboat charter with a purchase option attached. The Stamatis Tsantanis-led spinoff of capesize specialist Seanergy Maritime is adding an unnamed 82,235 dwt ship built at Oshima. The vessel will join United's fleet for 18 months between June and ...
  • Belships locks in trio on index-linked contracts
    Oslo-listed Belships has chartered out three of its bulk carriers for at least one year each. The Lars Christian Skarsgård-led owner and operator said it had clinched index-linked contracts for a trio of ultramaxes starting in February and March this year. The unnamed ships, which will come off their fixed-rate charters, will earn a premium ...
  • Integrated Wind Solutions bags deal for newbuild CSOV
    Oslo-listed Integrated Wind Solutions has entered a time charter contract for a commissioning service operations vessel (CSOV) at market terms with Dutch transmission system operator TenneT. The charter contract, won by the company's subsidiary IWS Fleet, has a minimum duration of four months. The vessel which will be used is the Skywalker-class vessel named IWS ...
  • ROVOP enters long-term partnership with Boskalis Subsea Services
    ROV services provider ROVOP and Boskalis subsidiary Subsea Services have entered a global partnership for integrated subsea solutions for the energy industry. The partnership provides five diving support vessels (DSV) and one construction support vessel (CSV) from the Boskalis fleet, with dedicated ROV services. Seven ROVOP ROV systems will be placed across these DSVs and ...
  • Cadeler inks new wind turbine installation contract in Poland
    BW Group and Scorpio-backed offshore wind installation player Cadeler has signed a contract with Ørsted and PGE (Polska Grupa Energetyczna) for the Baltica 2 offshore wind farm project in Poland. The Oslo and New York-listed contractor has been selected to transport and install 14 MW Siemens Gamesa turbines for the approximately 1.5 GW wind farm ...
  • Danish International Ship Register under threat
    A Danish expert group has proposed to abolish the Danish International Ship Register (DIS) scheme, under which seafarers do not pay income tax - a move the country's shipowners' organisation Danish Shipping, has come out strongly against. The so-called Frigast committee has included the DIS scheme in its recommendations for changes in Denmark's more than ...
  • Ørsted picks new chair of the board
    Danish offshore wind giant Ørsted has recommended Lene Skole as the new chair of the company's board of directors. Ørsted said earlier this month that Thomas Thune Andersen, the current board chair decided not to seek re-election at the annual general meeting on March 5, 2024. Andersen served as the chair of Ørsted for ten ...
  • Seven German firms to get power from RWE's offshore wind farm
    The Kaskasi offshore wind farm developed by German utility RWE will supply seven major industrial customers in the country with green electricity from 2026. RWE Supply & Trading signed corresponding power purchase agreements (PPAs) with DHL, Ensinger, Evonik, Infraserv Höchst, Thyssenkrupp Steel Europe, and Vodafone. The first PPA from Kaskasi was signed with the retail ...
  • Urgent expansion underway at Romania's top port
    One of Europe's fast growing ports is embarking on an urgent dredging programme to accommodate the spillover from the ongoing war in neighbouring Ukraine. The Romanian government has approved a three-year $229m dredging plan across 400 ha at the Black Sea port of Constanta, When Russia backed out of the UN-backed Black Sea Grain Initiative ...
  • Onboard carbon capture system prototype hits 85% capture rates
    Researchers working on the EverLoNG ship-based carbon capture (SBCC) prototype have achieved capture rates of at least up to 85% during initial testing. The prototype was developed by Dutch firm Carbotreat and installed last year onboard the 82,000 dwt LNG-powered tanker , chartered by TotalEnergies. This campaign was the first deployment of a full-chain onboard system ...
  • Irish government comes under pressure over livestock shipments
    The Irish government is coming under pressure to rein in livestock exports, while in Cape Town one livestock carrier has kicked up a huge stink. Ethical Farming Ireland has written to the Irish agriculture minister Charlie McConalogue demanding changes to the way animals are exported by sea following a joint investigation with the NGO Israel ...
  • Chemship vessel becomes first chemical tanker in the world to be fitted with sail kit
    Chemship is celebrating becoming the first chemical tanker owner in the world to install wind propulsion. The Dutch owner has installed four VentoFoils from Econowind on the 134 m long Chemical Challenger, a ship that works a dedicated transatlantic route. Chemship expects to achieve an average CO2 reduction of 10% with these sails. CEO Niels ...

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Lloyd's List web site
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
  • Houthis claim to strike MSC ship in Gulf of Aden
    Houthis claimed to have attacked an MSC vessel in the Gulf of Aden, dubbing it an 'Israeli ship', in what...
  • Volatile VLGCs climb from cold crash
    Freezing US temperatures narrowed the US-Asia propane arbitrage as the year started and had a chilling effect on VLGC spot...
  • Abandoned ship hit by Houthis towed to Djibouti
    The dry bulker hit by two Houthi missiles on Sunday is listing heavily with a flooded engine room, but the vessel's...
  • P&I clubs hail renewal tonnage gains
    Minimal vessel churn combined with higher premiums, improved investment returns and modest pool claims sees marine mutuals find sweet spot
  • Ship recycling sector bogged down by elevated shipping markets
    'A pervading theme of an unrelenting dearth in the overall availability of tonnage across global ship recycling markets has been...
  • HD Hyundai scores $240m order for VLAC pair
    Shipbuilders from South Korea have swept up VLAC orders since ordering for this new vessel class commenced in 2023
  • Rail reappraised after Red Sea rerouting
    Rail services lost ground following the Russian invasion of Ukraine. But for some cargoes, the increased speed is making it...
  • VLCCs to benefit from Opec increasing exports to regain Asia share
    Compensating for losses from reduced imports from the West would drive Middle East exporters to reverse production cuts, broker argues
  • Prokopiou adds a dozen more to newbuildings tally
    Similarly to previous contracts, follow-on orders at two Chinese builders are for conventionally fuelled vessels
  • Red Sea effect sees boom in secondhand boxship enquiries - but few owners are willing to sell
    Geopolitics has increased inefficiencies of the global containership fleet and pushed up vessel values. But at some point a flurry...
  • Extra due diligence begins for marine insurers and shipowners in Russia oil price cap crackdown
    'From what we understand, individual oil sales can be within the price cap even if media and other reports say...
  • Regional line SeaLead bought over by investment funds
    The new ownership aligns with SeaLead's strategic objectives, aiming to leverage its growth trajectory through enhanced governance and access to...
  • BHP sees India continuing to drive iron ore, coking coal demand
    BHP forecasts a small further improvement in global steel production with growth led by India, Southeast Asia and to a...
  • Daily Briefing
    Ship in danger of sinking after being hit by Houthi rockets | ACL targets US west coast-Europe traffic with land...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
  • Supreme Court declines to hear SC Ports' appeal of Leatherman ruling
    The decision to not hear the appeal leaves intact a ruling that allows the International Longshoremen's Association to sue ocean carriers that use the Leatherman terminal, an apparent blow to the so-called "hybrid" labor model used in Charleston.
  • Activist investor seeks to oust CEO at 'worst' Class I railroad Norfolk Southern
    In addition to pushing for a leadership change, Ancora Holdings also said NS should not invest so heavily in intermodal under its current strategy and criticized the railroad for changing 180 train schedules last year to prioritize container and trailer business.
  • Oakland's main terminal adds overnight shift to clear vessel backlog
    The operator of Oakland's largest container terminal said it will take about two weeks to clear the vessel backlog at Oakland International Container Terminal.
  • Rotterdam, Hamburg volumes fell last year as weak economy hit demand
    High inflation, the rising cost of living and geopolitical tensions supressed demand from European consumers and industry in 2023, with few signs of a turnaround apparent for this year.

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TradeWinds web site
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
  • Matson beats Wall Street bets as steady demand tempers profit slump
    Hawaii container ship operator expects operating income to remain unchanged in 2024
  • Houthis claim attack targetting MSC-controlled bulker
    Vessel operated by Swiss giant is latest in militants' sights during active week
  • United Maritime building back bulker fleet with another leasing deal and new charters
    Shipowner is doubling down on bulkers and wants to grow its fleet further
  • Vietnamese shipowner says its tanker could not have been source of oil slick off Brazil
    PetroVietnam transportation unit says PVT Sunrise was in ballast and discharged no oil
  • Industry leader Gard expands P&I book thanks to newbuildings
    UK P&I Club puts the focus on portfolio management at annual insurance renewal
  • Axing of seafarer tax exemption would spell 'disaster' for Danish shipping
    Industry reacts with horror to recommendations of cost-cutting committee
  • Industry leader Gard expands P&I book thanks for newbuildings
    UK P&I Club puts the focus on portfolio management at annual insurance renewal
  • Price cap backers increase imports of Russian-origin oil products, say campaigners
    Refined oils produced outside using Russian crude in third countries are not subject to the G7 sanctions regime
  • Greek and Turkish shipowners clear out older bulkers as Chinese buyers circle
    A string of kamsarmaxes, panamaxes and supramaxes are heading from Greek and Turkish owners to the Far East
  • NorthStandard's premium income tops $825m at P&I renewal
    Newly merged outfit has registered an increase in P&I tonnage
  • Aristides Pittas bullish on bulker market for next two to three years
    EuroDry boss is encouraged by low orderbook, but geopolitical situation remains a question mark
  • Maersk dominates market as Red Sea disruption lifts container ship rates by a third
    Charter rates are up 33% after the seventh straight week of Red Sea-related rises
  • NorthStandard's premium income top $825m at P&I renewal
    Newly merged outfit has registered an increase in P&I tonnage
  • Mercuria fails to reclaim losses after Greek aframax tanker held due to master's error
    Swiss charterer was trying to appeal tribunal ruling relating to eight-month detention of Afra Oak
  • From the Saab to the sea: Creating wind technology to woo shipping
    Netherlands-based Econowind has seen its fortunes grow as shipowners see the benefits of wind
  • World first for Chemship: Emission-busting suction sails set to drive down emissions
    Chemship boss says 'it's not about the money' as he eyes energy savings
  • Greek shipowner Minerva Marine sells first bulker in 10 years
    Martinos firm on the cusp of offloading its oldest capesize to Chinese players buying across the board
  • Skuld shows strong growth at P&I renewal
    Mutual entered tonnage has reached a new record high
  • Boskalis linked to swoop for Altera's fleet of super-large anchor-handlers
    Dutch owner's deal revealed by Brazilian competition ruling
  • 'Rare' synching of tanker and bulker markets align stars for KCC, say analysts
    Investment banks backing stronger earnings and share price rises for combination carrier company
  • Proposed axing of seafarer tax exemption would spell 'disaster' for Danish shipping
    Industry reacts with horror to recommendations of cost-cutting committee
  • Geopolitical uncertainty boosts insurance technology firm Concirrus
    Demand is increasing for data and intelligence on shipping's trouble spots
  • Houthi attacks drive VLCC rally ahead of schedule. Now owners need Opec+ to deliver
    BRS Group tips VLCCs to rise in the second half, but Opec+ could move earlier and support earnings
  • GEM VLCC to deliver first overseas crude to Nigeria's giant new Dangote refinery
    Broker BRS says diversification of supply could boost suezmaxes and VLCCs in region
  • Greek shipowner Evalend adds VLAC newbuildings to $2.1bn orderbook
    Company is said to be paying $121m each for the 91,000-cbm gas carriers
  • Will latest Houthi attacks squash shipping's tentative return to the Red Sea?
    Research chief Steve Gordon says more tankers and bulkers had started to risk the Red Sea passage
  • Hyundai Glovis extends order for world's largest car carriers with near $500m play
    Company will novate the vessels to KOBC and charter the quartet under a long-term contract
  • Ardmore has financial leeway to 'pounce' on more tankers, analysts say
    Fearnley Securities says conservative dividend policy means fleet renewal could continue
  • Stranded Sovcomflot tankers on the move again to China and India
    Two aframaxes, as well as Indian-controlled VLCC, resume journeys after payment and sanctions problems
  • Shipyards extend 17-LNG newbuilding berth deal as security issues dog TotalEnergies Mozambique project
    Will latest delay to project ships free up some slots for 2027 delivery dates?
  • India a 'continued bright spot' for steel production, says BHP
    How effectively China's stimulus policy is implemented is set to be a major swing factor for iron ore demand in 2024
  • Livestock carrier causes big stink in Cape Town
    Local authorities track pungent odour blanketing city to ship transporting cattle from Brazil to Middle East
  • 'Funding concerns don't keep me up at night,' says Seabound co-founder as she eyes new carbon markets
    Eastern Pacific, LomarLabs and the UK have so far helped finance the development of small-scale carbon capture kit

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American Shipper web site
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
  • Kenya Airways more than doubles capacity with 737-800 freighters
    With the addition of two secondhand Boeing 737-800 freighters, Kenya Airways Cargo is more than doubling capacity and extending its reach to the Middle East and India.
  • Teamsters Canada warns rail strike looms over pay, hours at CN, CPKC
    Teamsters Canada said negotiations with Canadian National Railway Co. and Canadian Pacific Kansas City have stalled over issues of pay and working conditions.
  • Are ocean spot rates past their peak?
    Spot-exposed carriers are likely to see a boost to their Q1 2024 financials.
  • Trade group wary of unfunded mandate to curtail fentanyl smuggling
    The Airforwarders Association has begun to collaborate more with international counterparts and moved the date of its annual event away from Super Bowl Sunday.

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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
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ITS Costruttori, il corso di alta formazione per entrare nel mondo di Fincantieri
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
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.
India launches nearly $8 billion package to support its shipbuilding and maritime sectors
New Delhi
Shipyard production capacity expected to increase to 4.5 million gross tonnage per year
In the second quarter of this year, freight traffic in French ports fell by -0.4%.
Paris
Dry bulk and rolling bulk trades are declining. Container and liquid bulk trades are growing.
Antin Infrastructure Partners to acquire UK's leading marina operator
Paris/London/New York
It will take over ownership from British private equity firm LDC
Royal Caribbean agrees with Meyer Turku to build Icon ships for a decade
Miami
Order confirmed for a fifth Icon cruise ship and option placed on a seventh unit of the same series
Maersk announces it will not apply surcharges for new US tariffs on Chinese vessels
Copenhagen
The company assures that it will not make any changes to its services
Cochin Shipyard and KSOE enter into strategic collaboration in shipbuilding sector
New Delhi
The creation of approximately two thousand direct jobs is expected
DHL will resume freight shipments from Germany to the United States for corporate customers.
Bonn
They had been suspended due to the removal in the USA of the "de minimis" threshold for goods with a value of less than 800 dollars.
World Business Council for Sustainable Development Statement in Support of the IMO Net-Zero Framework
Ancona: Tax fraud in the shipbuilding sector
Ancona
Over €2.3 million in non-existent tax credits seized
CMA CGM buys British rail freight operator Freightliner
Birmingham
The transaction will be completed in early 2026
Containerized cargo at the port of Algeciras decreased by -9.4% last month
Algeciras
The 20-foot containers handled were 399 thousand (-0.7%)
Italferr participates in Europe's largest railway electrification contract
Rome
Activities within the Rail Baltica project
Freight traffic increased in the ports of Barcelona and Valencia in August
Barcelona/Valencia
In the first eight months of 2025, decreases of -1.6% and -0.3% respectively were recorded
In the June-August quarter, FedEx express courier revenues increased by +3.1%
Memphis
An average of 16.8 million express shipments were handled per day (+3.5%)
Breakthrough in the exploratory tunnel of the Brenner Base Tunnel
Milan/Rome
At 64 kilometers, it will be the longest underground railway connection in the world.
Tender launched for privatization of Croatian shipyard 3. MAJ Rijeka 1905
Zagreb
The starting bid is 6.66 million euros.
To decarbonize, shipping should join forces with other hard-to-abate sectors
London
This is highlighted by a report by Accelleron which believes that a critical mass of demand is necessary to overcome a stalemate phase.
COSCO Reassures Customers on Impact of New U.S. Tariffs on Chinese Vessels
Shanghai
We - the Chinese company assured - will maintain competitive freight rates and surcharges.
Shipping is still far from the target of 5-10% of fuel used coming from scalable, zero-emission sources by 2030
Copenhagen
The need to introduce incentives was underlined
Spain's Boluda acquires Transfesa's intermodal rail freight services.
Valencia
The agreement also includes industrial services, railway maintenance and shunting activities and intermodal terminals.
Til (MSC Group) to become a shareholder in Turkey's Petkim container port
Til (MSC Group) to become a shareholder in Turkey's Petkim container port
Baku
Agreement with the Azerbaijani oil group SOCAR
German and Austrian trailer manufacturers challenge EU regulation to reduce truck environmental impact
Berlin/Brussels
They denounce that its application leads to an increase in traffic volumes and therefore emissions.
The Venice Marghera station has been equipped with a track compliant with European TEN-T standards
Venice
A 740-meter freight track has been opened.
World Shipping Council introduces Cargo Safety Program to prevent ship fires
Washington
It is based on artificial intelligence and traditional goods inspections
Rheinmetall to enter naval shipbuilding sector by acquiring Naval Vessels Lürssen
Bremen
Lürssen Group to focus on megayacht production
The British government is investing half a billion pounds to reduce shipping emissions.
London
Private investments of 700 million expected
HMM signs new 10-year contract with Vale for iron ore transport
Seoul
It is worth around $310 million.
The Campania Port Authority reaches an agreement with UNIPORT and Assiterminal
Naples
The regional tax - highlights the port authority - risks undermining the competitiveness of ports
IAPH and WCO publish updated guidelines on cooperation between customs and port authorities
Tokyo/Brussels
Contributed by the World Shipping Council
ABB and Blykalla collaborate on nuclear marine propulsion
Stockholm
The agreement focuses on small modular fast reactors developed by the Swedish company
Saipem wins new offshore contract worth approximately $1.5 billion in Türkiye
Saipem wins new offshore contract worth approximately $1.5 billion in Türkiye
Milan
It is related to the third phase of the Sakarya gas field development project.
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia grew by +5.7%
Civitavecchia
Record for cruise passengers this period
Uniport and Assiterminal oppose the additional fees demanded of port operators by the Campania Region.
Rome
Amount between 10% and 25% of the annual state fee
The first train from Belgium under the FS Logistix-Lineas agreement has arrived in Segrate.
Milan
Five return connections per week to Antwerp are scheduled
Modernization works are underway at the passenger terminal at the port of Igoumenitsa.
Naples
Grimaldi takes delivery of the PCTC "Grand Auckland"
Damage to submarine cables in the Red Sea
Portsmouth
According to the International Cable Protection Committee, the cause could be ship traffic
Dutch company Damen to build 24 naval vessels for British company Serco
Gorinchem/Amsterdam
Green light for a €270 million bridging loan to the shipbuilding company.
DP World to build and operate container terminal at Montreal's new Contrecœur port
Dubai/Montreal
It will become operational in 2030
Expansion work has begun at the Vienna South intermodal terminal.
Vienna
Annual traffic capacity expected to increase by 44%
In July, ship traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +0.8%
Cairo
In the first seven months of 2025, a decrease of -10.2% was recorded
In July, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado decreased by -3.0%
Genoa
The decline was limited by increased oil traffic in the Vado harbor. Ferry traffic dropped 9.9%.
Trump nominates Laura DiBella as chair of the Federal Maritime Commission.
Washington
The nomination of Robert Harvey as commissioner of the federal agency has also been forwarded to the Senate.
Genoa's new dam: a modification has been approved to allow for completion of work by the end of 2027.
Genoa
Phase A and Phase B works will be carried out rather than sequentially
Assiterminal, simplify and standardize dredging procedures to restore the operational competitiveness of ports.
Taranto Recommends: The Regasification Plant Would Promote the Port's Revitalization
Taranto
Melucci: a lifeline for the entire port system and for our city's economic growth.
Cargo and cruise traffic in eastern Sicily ports is on the rise
Catania
In the container segment, an increase of +27.9% was recorded
FS Logistix and Lineas form joint venture to manage the Antwerp Mainhub Terminal
Antwerp
Rail services between Antwerp and Milan expected to increase
Attack on a product tanker in the Red Sea
Southampton
A missile fell near the ship which suffered no damage
Sea trials have been completed for the new GNV Virgo ro-pax vessel.
Genoa
It will be GNV's first liquefied natural gas ship
In the first half of the year, Singamas' container sales decreased by -10%.
Hong Kong
The average selling price dropped by -3.8%
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
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
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
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.
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
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.
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
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
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
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
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles remained stable in August.
Los Angeles
Volumes expected to decline in the remainder of 2025
Meeting between the port authorities of Jacksonville and Livorno
Livorno
Among the objectives, to start one or more direct services between the two ports
Italian State Railways and ENAC sign an agreement for the use of drones in infrastructure monitoring.
Rome
They will also be used to fly over sections of the railway and road network that would otherwise be difficult to monitor.
A.SPE.DO, the port of La Spezia is essential to ensuring employment, development, and a future for the local economy.
La Spezia
Landolfi: We cannot afford to underestimate its value.
The MIT meets with the heads of the Italian AdSPs
Rome
Meeting on the government's strategic vision for the sector and port reform
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean Co. to build seven 15,880 TEU container ships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Over 40 expressions of interest have been received for the development of the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk.
Kiev
Today the first meeting of the tender commission
The first commercial ship is expected at the public dock in Largo Trattaroli in Ravenna.
Ravenna
The car carrier "AICC Huanghu" is coming soon
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach decreased by 1.3% last month.
Long Beach
Empty containers are increasing. Full containers are decreasing.
Assiterminal's Terminal Road Show is starting
Genoa
Cognolato: We want to strengthen our ties with local communities and territories.
Assoporti, the Italian ports' cruise offerings presented at the Seatrade Europe fair.
Hamburg
Giampieri: We are leaders in the Mediterranean area and in Europe
Commander Claudio Tomei, USCLAC president from 2012 to 2024, has passed away.
Viareggio
His strong commitment to improving the working conditions of Italian seafarers
In the first quarter of 2025, cargo traffic in Greek ports grew by +1.4%
Piraeus
Passengers down by -1.1%
HD Hyundai Samho Orders Four New Container Ships
Seoul
Order worth approximately 468 million dollars
Trieste: Fraudulent bankruptcy in the shipbuilding sector
Trieste
Investigation into a company based in Palermo
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by 7.4% in August.
Hong Kong
In the first eight months of 2025 the decline was -3.8%
BigLift Shipping and CY Shipping order two additional heavy lift vessels
Amsterdam
Order placed at Chinese shipyard Jing Jiang Nanyang Shipbuilding Co.
Container traffic at the port of Singapore continued to decline in August
Singapore
Total volume of goods increased by +1.1%
The Charthage ferry was placed under administrative detention in the port of Genoa
Genoa
A Coast Guard inspection found numerous deficiencies
Disney Cruise Line's largest ship's debut delayed by three months
Lake Buena Vista
Construction delays force the maiden voyage to be postponed until March 10th.
Shell to supply liquefied biomethane to Hapag-Lloyd containerships
Hamburg
Agreement effective immediately
Andrea Zoratti has been appointed general manager of Hub Telematica
Genoa
The company is controlled by Assagenti and Spediporto
Jotun and Messina sign agreement to improve the environmental and commercial performance of ships.
Genoa
The "Jolly Rosa" vessel will use the Hull Skating Solutions solution
PSA Genova Pra' announces the hiring of 25 people dedicated to container handling.
Genoa
Ferrari: International markets have changed profoundly
CMA CGM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels and Chinese services
Marseille
The rates announced by the USTR in April will apply from October 14th.
South Korean HJ Shipbuilding wins orders for four 8,850 TEU containerships
Busan
Orders with a total value of approximately 461 million dollars
Conference: "Waiting and Delays in Road Transport: Logistics in Check"
Genoa
Organized by Trasportounito, it will be held on September 26th in Genoa
GNV has inaugurated a new office in Barcelona
Barcelona
The company currently has 52 employees throughout Spain.
Port of Trieste: EU funding for two new projects
Trieste
Resources with a total value of 1.7 million euros
Filt Cgil, the Flotilla incident is serious. Dockworkers are ready to mobilize.
Rome
Union announces action if aid is not allowed to reach Gaza
Stena Line to buy Latvian port operator Terrabalt
Gothenburg
It handles rolling stock, bulk cargo, and general cargo traffic in the port of Liepaja.
In the first eight months of 2025, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +10.6%
Gioia Tauro
2,912,943 TEUs were handled
Meyer Turku begins construction of Royal Caribbean's fourth "Icon"-class cruise ship
Miami/Turku
It will be delivered in 2027
More than one in ten maritime shipments has shortages
Washington
This is what a report by the World Shipping Council has revealed, highlighting the safety risks
Last July, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +3.8%
Ravenna
In the first seven months of 2025, growth was +5.4%
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Belgian ports fell by -3.2%.
Brussels
Landings down 1.3% and embarkations down 5.4%
Product tanker High Fidelity rescues 38 migrants on a drifting dinghy
Rome
Intervention in the south of the island of Crete
GES and RINA sign agreement to develop a prototype of a new hydrogen battery
Rovereto/Genoa
PSA's second phase of container terminal at Mumbai Port inaugurated
Singapore
Annual traffic capacity will increase to 4.8 million TEUs
The conference "EU ETS - Perspectives and Opportunities for Decarbonization in the Maritime Sector" will be held in Palermo.
Rome
It will be held on September 18th and 19th
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
Korean Firms Reassess U.S. Investments After Mass Immigration Raid
(The Korea Bizwire)
Russia's infrastructure development plan aims to build 17 marine terminals by 2036
(Interfax)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Fincantieri and PGZ sign an agreement to support the modernization of the Polish Navy
Trieste
The third LSS section for Chantiers de l'Atlantique was launched in Castellammare di Stabia.
In the US, funding for wind energy development projects in ports is being cut.
Washington
Resources worth $679 million will be reallocated for port infrastructure upgrades
From January 1st, Kombiverkehr will operate the PKV intermodal terminal in the port of Duisburg.
Frankfurt am Main
It has a traffic capacity of approximately 200 thousand intermodal units per year.
Wallenius Marine and ABB form Overseas joint venture
Stockholm
The aim is to accelerate the launch of the platform of the same name for improving fleet performance.
The Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has asked the Region to agree on the appointment of Bagalà as president of the Sardinian Port Authority.
Rome
He is currently the extraordinary commissioner of the same body
DHL eCommerce has acquired a minority stake in Saudi Arabia's AJEX Logistics Services.
Bonn/Riyadh
The Middle Eastern company has two thousand employees
CMPort's port terminals handled record container traffic in the second quarter
Hong Kong
In the first six months of 2025 the total was 78.8 million TEUs (+4.3%)
Confitarma approves the decree on advanced training for tanker seafarers.
Rome
Applause to the General Command of the Port Authority Corps
Quarterly freight traffic in Moroccan ports increases
Tangier/Casablanca
In Tanger Med the growth was +17%
The board of directors of the Genoa-based Ente Bacini has been renewed.
Genoa
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