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Exim India web site
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
  • MSC, Odisha ink pact for shipping cargo via Paradip Port
  • EU begins mission Aspides to protect Red Sea vessels
  • Red Sea disruptions cause more insurance cancellations
  • DGTR begins anti-dumping probe into solar glass imports from China, Vietnam
  • 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
  • Leaving the trough behind
  • Italian intermodal operator upgrades fleet
  • 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
  • 'Cargo' to replace 'Elwis'
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • 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
  • 'Truckers for Trump' threaten to boycott New York after fraud case verdict
  • TT Club's Laurence Jones announces retirement plans

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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
    KEZAD Group signed a lease agreement with Al Ghurair Group subsidiary Automotive Precision Technology (APT) to establish an automotive aluminium component manufacturing facility. Spanning 30,000 square meters, this state-of-the-art manufacturing plant for APT will be strategically positioned within KEZAD, adjacent to Emirates Global Aluminium, a major player in the global aluminium manufacturing

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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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Royal Caribbean closes second quarter with record net profit
Miami
The April-June period was very positive
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Omaha/Atlanta
First coast-to-coast cargo rail network
Gurrieri resigns as Special Commissioner of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Trieste
The atypical reverse charge for the logistics sector will become applicable tomorrow
Milan
Ruggerone (Assologistica): one of the most strategic reforms we helped build is being implemented
Policy brief on cyber threats that pose risks to port infrastructure
Tallinn
It was developed by the NATO Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence
Interferry urges the EU Commission to harmonize its shipping decarbonization regulations with those of the IMO
Victoria
Failure to align - the association warned - will force shipping companies to pay twice for emissions.
In the second quarter of 2025, Chinese seaports handled 79.1 million containers (+6.1%)
Beijing
Total freight traffic was three billion tons (+3.3%), of which 1.3 billion tons were with foreign countries (+1.9%).
CK Hutchison announces plans to include a Chinese investor in the consortium to sell Hutchison Ports
Hong Kong
Without the participation of the COSCO shipping group, China would not authorize the sale
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Columbus
The container ship caught fire and sank near the port of Colombo
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
Piraeus
The AHTS "Giant" is leaving
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Milan/Luxembourg
The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
In the second quarter, the port of Valencia handled over 1.5 million containers (+4.0%)
In the first half of 2025, the amount of new orders to Chinese shipyards fell by -18.2%
Beijing
A decrease of -3.5% in new construction completed in the period was recorded
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Trieste grew by +3.7%
Trieste
Bulk cargo increased. Miscellaneous cargo fell by 13.2%.
CMA CGM and TotalEnergies form joint venture for LNG bunkering in the Port of Rotterdam.
Marseille
Agreement to supply 360,000 tons of liquefied natural gas per year to the French group's ships
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Spanish ports decreased by -4.7%
Madrid
All the main product categories are decreasing except for conventional goods
Brookfield Asset Management to sell 49% of British port group PD Ports to Spain's Pontegadea
Middlesbrough
The English company has over 1,400 employees
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
Rotterdam
The port authority is alarmed by the state of crisis in the national industry.
The electrification of the docks in the ports of Livorno, Piombino and Portoferraio is proceeding according to plan.
Third dock for cruise traffic in the port of Catania
Catania
Pier 25's restyling completed
Another quarter of decline in freight traffic at the port of Algeciras
Algeciras
In the period April-June, containers amounted to 1.24 million TEUs (+1.0%)
A new tax applied to cruise passengers disembarking in national ports came into force today in Greece.
Athens
Belgian rail freight company Lineas receives €61 million government loan
Brussels
The measure was approved last night by the restricted council of ministers
ERTMS installation completed on 1,400 kilometers of Italian railway network
Rome
The project is financed with 2.5 billion euros from PNRR funds.
Wärtsilä's quarterly financial and commercial results are positive.
Helsinki
The Marine Electrical Systems division will be sold to the Italian company VINCI Energies.
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
Barcelona
The mayor: For the first time in history, a limit is placed on the growth of cruises in the city.
MSC and Moby have presented their commitments to meet the AGCM's requirements.
Rome
Shipping Agencies Services will sell its 49% stake in Moby, waiving the consideration in favor of the majority shareholder. Moby commits to completely repaying its debt to SAS.
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Washington
Folgiero: Commitment to deliver next-generation capabilities in full alignment with U.S. strategic priorities
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the appointment of four presidents of Italian Port System Authorities.
Rome
The names proposed for the Port System Authorities of the Southern Adriatic, Central-Northern Tyrrhenian, Western Liguria, and Eastern Liguria have been approved. Voting on the Northern Tyrrhenian Authority has been postponed.
Information exchange between state administrations for the digitalization of the maritime sector begins
Rome
The first operational meeting at the Coast Guard General Command in Rome
The Clean Maritime Fuels Platform suggests measures to support the production and distribution of clean marine fuels
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new monthly and quarterly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the period April-June, 29.4 million TEUs were handled (+4.5%)
Sharp increase in cases of seafarers abandoning their ships
London
2,286 crew members from 222 ships involved as of early 2025
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Geneva
North America saw the strongest quarterly growth in imports
In the port of Antwerp-Bruges containers and rolling stock are increasing and other types of goods are decreasing
Antwerp
Traffic congestion continues at the airport, with the situation on the landside becoming critical
A study denounces the delay of European ports in equipping themselves with cold ironing facilities.
Brussels/Pozzallo
The tender to electrify the docks of the port of Pozzallo has begun.
T&E proposes to include more non-EU transhipment ports to avoid carbon leakage
Brussels
The association calls on the EU Commission to reduce the current threshold of 65% of transhipment traffic
Federlogistica urges the immediate establishment of a control room on tariffs
Genoa
The aim is also to eliminate extra costs caused by bureaucracy.
Containerized cargo handled through the port of Singapore fell by 2.9% in the second quarter.
Singapore
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Cairo
The negative trend continued in June and early July
Terminal operators are not at all satisfied with a policy that seems to have no interest in ports
Rome
Cognolato: It is essential to close the ongoing trials on several fronts.
The largest ship ever to dock at Cagliari's Porto Canale at the MITO terminal.
Milan
The container ship "MSC Venice" with a capacity of 16,652 TEU arrived yesterday
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
North Bergen/Metzingen
South Korean HD Hyundai, together with German NEURA Robotics, will develop and test welding robots in shipyards
The toll of the horrific attack on the bulk carrier Eternity C in the Red Sea is still uncertain.
Mandaluyong/London/Brussels
Joint statement by ICS, BIMCO, European Shipowners, Intercargo and Intertanko
In the first half of 2025, bulk cargo increased and general cargo decreased in the port of Marseille-Fos
Marseille
Cruise passengers increase by +5%
The Senate has approved the framework law on interports
Rome
UIR, gives the Italian interport system a modern, orderly and coherent regulatory framework
Carlo De Ruvo was elected president of Confetra
Rome
Among the challenges, the uncontrolled expansion of large logistics groups and their concentration
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Kuala Lumpur
The number of acts of violence against crews is decreasing
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Oslo/Athens/Paris
One of the top three operators in the OT/IoT services market for the maritime and superyacht sectors will be created
Attacks on ships in the Red Sea still cause deaths among seafarers
Portsmouth
Liberian-flagged bulk carrier " Eternity C" targeted
Canadian shipbuilding company Davie acquires second shipyard in Finland
Helsinki/Pori
It will buy the Enersense Offshore shipyard
Amendment on Port Labor Supply Agencies Approved
Rome
Immediate transformation into Agencies authorised to provide temporary port work
Salvini appoints a manager of a private shipping company from Campania as president of the regional AdSP
Rome
This is Eliseo Cuccaro, CEO of Alilauro
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Berlin
This is proposed by an analysis by the International Council on Clean Transportation
IMO and EU condemn renewed attacks on ships in the Red Sea
London/Brussels
Dominguez: New violation of international law and freedom of navigation
In the first half of 2025, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +10.5%
Joy Taurus
2,186,211 TEUs were handled
A bulk carrier was attacked in the Red Sea
Portsmouth
The crew abandoned the ship which began to take on water
German government allocates 400 million euros to support energy transition in maritime-port sector
Over 78 million euros to the ports of Augusta and Taranto for offshore wind
Rome
Funds distributed over three years starting from 2025
The PNRR tender for interports has been reopened.
Rome
Resources available amounting to 2.2 million euros
Port of Livorno: Workers are the priority in the LTM crisis
Livorno
UPS's quarterly earnings performance declines
Atlanta
Net income in the April-June quarter was $1.28 billion (-8.9%)
Approval for the 2025 budget variation of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
500 thousand euros for the 49% share held by the Port Agency company
FHP Group acquires the remaining 10% stake in Lotras
Milan/Foggia
The integration between Lotras and CFI Intermodal will begin to create FHP Intermodal.
OITAF scientific document on good practices in the logistics and transport of fresh fruit and vegetables
Milan
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has joined the PLIKA
Livorno
Platform dedicated to training, innovation and knowledge sharing in the logistics and port sectors
Matteo Paroli's nomination as president of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been signed.
Rome
He has a degree in law and a specialization in administrative law.
Container throughput increases in Haropa Port, while bulk cargo decreases.
Le Havre
In the first half of this year, containers were 1.51 million TEUs (+4%)
Bureau Veritas reports a 9.8% quarterly increase in revenues in the Marine & Offshore segment
Courbevoie
Kalmar and Konecranes increase new orders in the April-June quarter
Helsinki
The turnover of the two Finnish companies is slightly increasing
Container traffic in the port of Barcelona fell by 12.2% in the second quarter.
Barcelona
Assiterminal threatens a new wave of appeals against regulations it believes are damaging to port operations
Genoa
2M Logistics signs an agreement with Salerno-based Gallozzi
Barendrecht
The Dutch company will represent GF Logistics, a subsidiary of the Italian group, in the Benelux region.
Swiss company Kuehne+Nagel's quarterly profits fell
Schindellegi
In the period April-June of this year, net turnover grew by +1.7%
Yang Ming orders three 8,000 TEU container ships from Nihon Shipyard and Imabari Shipbuilding
Keelung/Imabari
Contract valued at $351.3-394.5 million
Italia Nostra reiterates its strong concerns about the construction of the Fiumicino-Isola Sacra port.
Rome
European maritime cities, destinations for cruise tourism - the association highlights - denounce the phenomenon of over-tourism in the cruise sector
Egypt's first automotive terminal has come into operation at Port Said East.
East Port Said
It can accommodate two car carriers at the same time
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Tepsa has acquired a liquid bulk terminal in the port of Rotterdam.
Singapore/Rotterdam
It was sold by Global Energy Storage Holdings
The Spinelli Group has approved its 2024 sustainability report.
Genoa
Of the company's 616 direct employees, 49% are under the age of 50.
In the second quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by +1.6%
Ankara
Cargoes to and from Italy amounted to 12.7 million tons (+10.1%)
Extension of the Simplified Logistics Zone for Genoa Ports and Dry Ports to the Savona, Vado Ligure, and Bergeggi areas.
Genoa
Approval from the ZLS Steering Committee
Isotta Fraschini Motori has inaugurated a new production line for hydrogen fuel cell systems in Bari.
Trieste
They will be used for naval and land solutions
The Grande Shanghai , the Grimaldi Group's first ammonia-ready car carrier, has been christened.
Naples
It has a load capacity of 9,000 CEUs.
The Port of Genoa, FILT, and UILT have declared a five-day strike at the Bettolo Terminal.
Genoa
Fit Cisl Liguria expressed solidarity with the workers
The tender for the dredging of the commercial dock basin at the port of Ancona has been published.
Ancona
The removal of approximately 730 thousand cubic meters of sediment is planned
Tender for the restoration and enhancement of docks 32 and 33 in the Deep Sea Zone of the port of Savona
Genoa
An investment of over 6.7 million euros is expected
There are 1,100 workers in Palermo directly employed in the seaside tourism sector
Palermo
This year, cruise traffic is expected to grow by 9.4% in the port of the Sicilian capital.
Six-month growth of +9% in freight on the St. Petersburg-India/China maritime route
Fly
FESCO operates six vessels in the service
Port of Trieste: Special Commissioner Gurrieri under investigation for money laundering
Trieste
I am certain - he declared - that I can demonstrate that I acted legally, in full transparency.
Vard signs new contract for the construction of two CSOVs
Trieste
The vessels will be used to support operations in the offshore wind sector
UIR welcomes the publication of the tender for the digitalization of the logistics chain.
Rome
Di Caterina (ALIS): a concrete tool that enhances the needs of businesses and strengthens the logistics system
GNV celebrated its first ten years of activity on the Italy-Albania route
Durres
During the period, the company's ships carried over 1.25 million passengers
A shipment of over 1.2 tons of marijuana was seized at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Reggio Calabria/Catanzaro
Members of a criminal organization that imported drugs from South America through European ports and airports have been arrested.
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build seven 15,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Walden to sell healthcare logistics business to Yusen Logistics
Paris
Exclusive negotiations announced
Solinas (Sardinian Action Party) is not at all satisfied with the state of Sardinian ports
Cagliari
The immediate establishment of a special commission is urged
ANSI welcomes the introduction of the information dashboard for managing private procurement contracts in logistics.
Rome
D'Angelo: it will allow the country to take another step forward
Russo (Confcommercio): excluding road transport from the PNRR funding was shortsighted.
Rome
First bulletin from the Freight Insights Observatory produced by the National Center for Sustainable Mobility
ABB Group posts sharp growth in quarterly financial and business performance
Zurich
In the period April-June the value of new orders grew by +16.0%
Informal consultations have begun on the preliminary proposal for the new Ancona Port Master Plan.
Ancona
Eleven meetings scheduled for July
Program agreement for preparatory and functional interventions for the construction of the bridge over the Strait of Messina
Rome
It was signed today in Rome
Project to develop an ecological station for the treatment of wastewater from ships
Naples
Initiative of the Neapolitan Group of the Cenere and Iello Landing
Assiterminal urges against bringing sediment from the Bagnoli dredging project into the port of Naples.
Genoa
Cognolato and Ferrari: It is essential to safeguard the full functionality of the commercial port's activities.
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach fell 3.4% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
A decline of -16.4% was recorded in June
Paolo Pessina has been appointed vice president of Conftrasporto-Confcommercio.
Rome
He is president of the national federation of maritime agents and brokers
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by -8.2% in the second quarter
Hong Kong
A decrease of -13.7% was recorded in June
Cuneo-based logistics company Nord Ovest is seeing growing financial results.
Wedge
Construction work on a new depot in Mondovì will be completed in early 2026.
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles grows driven by fears of new tariffs
Los Angeles
June saw the highest volume ever recorded for this month
The Management Committee of the Sardinia Sea Port Authority has adopted the DPSS
Cagliari
Green light for the concession to MITO and the appeal against the rejection of Olbia's dredging project.
Three events in Genoa for three new Explora Journeys cruise ships.
Genoa
A technical launch, a coin laying and the cutting of the first sheet metal were carried out at the Fincantieri shipyard
Grimaldi sells 5% of Terminal Darsena Toscana to Livorno Port Company
Naples/Livorno
Option to purchase an additional 5% of the share capital
Concession agreement signed that assigns management of the port of Tartous to DP World
Damascus
It has a lifespan of 30 years
Matteo Gasparato appointed president of the Northern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He was appointed extraordinary commissioner of the same port authority
Meeting in Rome between the heads of ESPO and Assoporti
Rome
Among the topics addressed, the competitiveness of European ports in the current global context
Chinese airline OOCL reports quarterly decline in scheduled service revenues
Hong Kong
Cargo transported by the company's ships is increasing
Collaboration between the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority and the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority
Rome
Agreement with an initial duration of five years
Survey in Germany on the prospects of companies in the maritime, port and shipbuilding sectors
Hamburg
Shipowners are more concerned. Positive prospects for ports and shipyards.
Port of Augusta: Work begins on a third bridge connecting the island to the mainland.
Augusta
Work worth over 20 million euros
Vard signs contract with InkFish for new research vessel
Trieste
The deal is worth more than 200 million euros.
1.1 billion euros will be invested in the port of Hamburg to strengthen the container sector
Hamburg
Improving accessibility and port infrastructure in the Waltershofer Hafen area
Meyer Turku delivered the new Star of the Seas cruise ship to Royal Caribbean
Turku
It has a gross tonnage of 250,800 tons
ESPO calls for increased funding for ports under the next EU Multiannual Financial Framework
Brussels
The CEF programme funds have proven to be far from sufficient
Fincantieri delivers the new Oceania Allura cruise ship to Oceania Cruises.
Miami/Trieste
Two additional Sonata-class ships have been converted into orders.
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
Confindustria event on the sea economy in Rome on July 15th
Rome
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Why Malta is objecting to a new price cap on Russian oil
(timesofmalta.com)
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Uniport: Bringing debris from Bagnoli to the port of Naples would postpone long-awaited dredging.
Rome
Legora de Feo: It's necessary to find alternative solutions.
Taiwanese companies Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenues.
Keelung/Taipei
In the period April-June it fell by -18.7%, -26.5% and -8.6% respectively
The establishment of the Information Dashboard for the management of private procurement contracts in logistics has been approved.
In May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +1.4%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
EU approves joint purchase of port equipment by terminal operators
Brussels
Joint definition of minimum technical specifications of equipment is also permitted
Serbian energy group EPS will import coal through the Montenegrin port of Bar
Bar
Currently imports from Indonesia pass through the port of Constanta
Fincantieri Foundation and Luiss University launch a project to strengthen the safety of underwater infrastructure.
Trieste
Among the objectives, contribute to the definition of a specific regulatory framework
Freewheeling: The government's U-turn on anti-mafia controls in the road haulage sector is a welcome development.
Modena
Franchini: If the government has realized it made a mistake, that's good news.
Agostinelli (AdSP Tirreno Meridionale e Ionio): the amendment that allows for the early transformation of the Gioia Tauro Port Agency is extremely important.
Confindustria's event on the maritime economy will take place in Rome on July 15th.
Rome
The confederation's strategic document on the sector will be presented
Kerala seeks $1.1 billion from MSC in damages over MSC Elsa 3 sinking
Thiruvananthapuram
Temporary detention of the vessel "MSC Akuteta II" granted
Trasportounito requests the cancellation of the renewal procedure of the Central Committee of the Register of Hauliers
Rome
New seizure of a load of cocaine in the port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
16 bags containing 417 kilos of drugs were found in a container
MOL and Kinetics to build world's first floating data center
Tokyo
It will be installed on a vessel of 9,731 gross tonnage
Rijeka Gateway Terminal to become operational in early September
Copenhagen
The first ship at the second container terminal of the Croatian port is expected on September 12
Falteri (Federlogistica) urges us to focus on the development of "polycentric" logistics
Genoa
The Simplified Logistics Zone should be the cornerstone of the strategy
Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Co. acquired Mitsui E&S Shipbuilding Co.
Hiroshima/Tokyo
It was renamed Tsuneishi Solutions Tokyobay Co.
Pessina (Federagenti): Northern European logistics system is struggling. Let's take advantage of it!
Rome
Unexpected opportunity - he underlines - for the Mediterranean ports and Italian ones in particular
MSC Cruises Joins Carnival and Royal Caribbean in Capitalizing on Grand Bahama Shipyard
Miami
Negotiations underway since the end of 2024 have been successfully concluded
At The International Propeller Clubs the Dorso Award for the Mediterranean area
Naples
In recognition of the primary role played by logistics operators in Mediterranean traffic
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