testata inforMARE
Cerca
01 July 2025 - Year XXIX
Independent journal on economy and transport policy
22:42 GMT+2
LinnkedInTwitterFacebook
BRIEFS
June 21, 2024

free news
Exim India web site
JUNE 21, 2024
  • Cabinet approves development of all-weather greenfield deep-draft Major Port at Vadhvan in Maharashtra
  • Höegh Autoliners celebrates 15 years of pioneering success in India
  • Allcargo's ECU Worldwide appoints Rajneesh Garg as Chief Information Officer
  • Cotton exports seen soaring by 67 pc
  • Minister discusses 100-day action plan with Major Port Chairpersons, other key officials
  • NHAI signs MoU with IIIT Delhi to enhance road safety by deploying Artificial Intelligence
  • Three-wheeler exports dip in May
  • APSEZ shines in World Bank's global container port rankings
  • India fastest growing Asia-Pacific economy: Moody's
  • CMA CGM PSS from Asia to the Middle East Gulf, Red Sea & Indian Subcontinent
  • Russia mulls shipping coal to India via INSTC
  • Soymeal exports rise in Oct.-May

free news
International Transport Journal web site
JUNE 21, 2024
  • Panoramic view at Lake Geneva
  • Sustainable at 130
  • Milestone birthday for Korean Air Cargo in Vienna
  • Etihad Cargo boosts direct e-booking connectivity
  • Pushing ahead with electrification
  • 150 dual-mode locos to arrive by 2027
  • DP World's UK expansion
  • More electric transport in Portugal
  • Unifeeder to retrofit ships with EET solutions
  • A perfect match for Business Code
  • EUR 10 billion for Amazon in Germany
  • Same day order and delivery
  • Chongqing launches regular train to Germany
  • Bpostgroup appoints interim CEO
  • Westhof BIO picks automation solution
  • Getting high on a blue wave
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Zero-tailpipe HGV deployed in the UK
  • A new minister of civil aviation for India
  • A base in Bratislava

free news
The Loadstar web site
JUNE 20, 2024
  • APMT eyes partnership in India's 'global top 10 port' project at Vadhavan
  • The government of India has given the final nod for a high-stakes port project on the west coast: a greenfield harbour at Vadhavan, some 120 miles north of Mumbai. The investment ...
  • Mærsk CEO Clerc by the book - 'to each their own'
  • Felixstowe intermodal services partially blocked by train derailment
  • Airline connectivity still lacking, claim, as Etihad and K+N unveil direct ebooking
  • Struggling Forward Air sharpens its job axe again in bid to cut costs
  • South Korean ferry operator Panstar ventures into 'cut-throat' liner sector
  • Port of Antwerp-Bruges can help shippers 'get your boxes off the roads'
  • With the US and EU putting up barriers, Chinese EVs could divert to SE Asia
  • Dual-fuel engines could avert danger, says Höegh as it opts for ammonia

free news
Marine Log web site
JUNE 20, 2024
  • Bollinger launches inaugural Shipfitter Bootcamp
    This week, Bollinger Shipyards kicked off the inaugural Shipfitter Bootcamp. The innovative workforce development initiative is being launched in cooperation with Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College (MGCCC), the Southern Mississippi Planning &
  • Hanwha to acquire Philly Shipyard
    In deal that was first reported as in the works last October, Philly Shipyard is to be acquired by Korea's Hanwha Group, whose Hanwha Ocean is the former the former Daewoo Shipbuilding
  • VIDEO: Shipping industry appalled as Houthi attacks continue
    Video has emerged showing the Houthi attack on the MV Tutor with an explosive laden drone boat. That attack eventually led to the sinking of the vessel, which has now been confirmed

free news
Container News web site
JUNE 20, 2024
  • Are You Eligible for Benefits Under The Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act?
    A career in the maritime industry can be rewarding, but it's also physically demanding and potentially dangerous. The hours are long, and you're often working in adverse weather conditions, and you're also dealing with heavy machinery, hazardous substances, and slippery surfaces. To help ensure maritime workers receive compensation for job-related injuries and illnesses, federal law provides bene
  • Sea-Intelligence discusses costs for carriers of maintaining loyalty
    One of the key challenges in container shipping is the lack of enforceability in shipper/carrier contracts, according to Sea-Intelligence. With the recent sharp increase in freight rates, there have been calls for carriers to adhere to contracts and moderate their revenue pursuits, noted the data analysis firm. This implies that shippers would, in turn, honour contracts when the market declines.
  • Maher Terminals installs Kalmar Collision Warning System on straddle carriers
    Maher Terminals LLC, a multi-user container terminal operator running North America's largest marine container terminal in the Port of New York and New Jersey, has recently installed the Kalmar Collision Warning System on 36 of its straddle carriers, with a further 68 machines to follow in 2024 and 2025. Maher Terminals aims to install the system on all machines in the fleet, comprising over 270
  • MSC strengthens Asia-Mexico service network
    Swiss/Italian container line MSC is launching a new shuttle service, Dhalia, to provide additional capacity for Asia to Mexico West Coast routes. According to the company's statement, this new service will provide customers with a premium loop rotation serving South China to Mexico trade as well as additional network coverage and frequency between Asia and Mexico. Dhalia joins MSC's existing Ande
  • Baltic Hub commences construction of third deep-water quay
    Baltic Hub, a member of PSA Group, announced a significant milestone in its expansion efforts by laying the cornerstone for the new T3 terminal in Poland on 5 June. This development marks an important step toward enhancing its position as the leading container hub in the Baltic Sea region. The addition of a third deep-water quay and expanded storage yards signifies a strategic advancement aimed a
  • SAAM Terminals invests US$500,000 in simulator for crane operator training
    SAAM Terminals aims to train new crane operators and enhance the skills of current ones with advanced exercises. The company has invested US$500,000 in a state-of-the-art simulator from Canadian firm CM Labs Simulators. "This equipment is pioneering in the Chilean port industry. It offers ground-breaking graphic realism and accurately emulates the movements and forces applied during crane operati
  • MPC Container Ships secures ship acquisitions and new charter package deal
    MPC Container Ships ASA (MPCC) has announced the acquisition of two 3,500 TEU vessels and a charter agreement package for 10 vessels, including the new acquisitions. The Norwegian ship owner bought two 3,500 TEU vessels for US$47.25 million. The vessels are expected to be handed over from their current owner in the third quarter of 2024 and will be delivered into pre-agreed firm 36-month time cha
  • More berths to open early in new Singapore port to alleviate logjams
    Singapore plans to speed up the opening of berths in the new megaport in the city-state's Tuas industrial estate to cater to the growing number of boxship calls. Besides the eight existing berths on the north side of Tuas Port, terminal operator PSA will expedite the opening of three new berths later this year to increase overall port handling capacity. Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (M
  • Singapore oil spill: Minister says most oil removed
    Singapore's Transport Minister said today (20 June) that much progress has been made in cleaning up the oil spill that happened six days ago. Chee Hong Tat said in a Facebook post, "We have made progress in the clean-up, but it will still take some time before the oil will be completely removed. Currently, we are focused on cleaning up the oil slicks and sheens from water and land which are visib
  • KEZAD Group, Astha Biotech ink US$12 million deal for microalgae plant in Abu Dhabi
    Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD) Group, the largest operator of integrated and purpose-built economic zones, has partnered with Astha Biotech, a UAE-based investment and development company, to establish a new facility in KEZAD Al Ain. The lease agreement was signed at the Make It In The Emirates Forum 2024. "We are more than happy to welcome Astha Biotech, an infrastructure company with
  • DP World opens largest-ever warehouse in UK
    DP World has announced the opening of the largest-ever warehouse in the United Kingdom, with the 55,550 m² facility in Coventry being part of a US$63.5 million investment. The new warehouse, internally fitted out for US$43.2 million and completed last month following a two-year construction period alongside developer SEGRO PLC, includes a new fully Automated Case Retrieval (ACR) system expected t
  • MSC launches new service linking major Asian and European ports
    MSC announced the launch of its new service, Britannia, which will enhance port connections through a corridor from China and Vietnam to the port of Liverpool in the United Kingdom. This new loop provides access to the port of Vung Tau, establishing a direct link to Liverpool and MSC hubs in Rotterdam, Antwerp, and Hamburg, while also connecting to destinations in Scandinavia and the Baltic regio
  • Emirates Shipping Line debuts reefer container order
    Emirates Shipping Line (ESL) has acquired 300 Carrier Transicold PrimeLINE ® container refrigeration units aiming to expand its reefer capabilities. "We are excited about this in-fleeting and are confident that Carrier Transicold's PrimeLINE units will help us create optimal solutions for our customers who ship temperature-sensitive cargo," said Caesar Yiu, Head of Container Management at ESL. "I
  • CMA CGM announces PSS from Med to US, Mexico, Canada East Coast & US Gulf
    CMA CGM has announced the implementation of a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS), starting from 15 July 2024 (loading date) until further notice. The surcharge will apply to cargo originating from the West Mediterranean, Adriatic, Black Sea, and East Med (excluding Egypt) and destined for the US East Coast, US Gulf, Mexico East Coast, and Canada East Coast. The PSS will be US$350 per 20' container and U

free news
Splash web site
JUNE 20, 2024
  • Tsakos Energy Navigation makes LR1 newbuild move
    Greek owner Tsakos Energy Navigation (TEN) has set out to expand its tanker fleet with five additional newbuilds. The New York-listed firm, which earlier this year booked a 154,400 dwt shuttle tanker at Samsung Heavy Industries in South Korea, has revealed "firm discussions" with a Far Eastern yard for the construction of five LR1 vessels. ...
  • Heidmar in second try to go public via new merger deal
    Athens-based pool operator and shipmanager Heidmar has lined up a merger deal with lifestyle brand portfolio company MGO Global, marking the company's second attempt at a stock market listing. Pankaj Khanna-led Heidmar, with more than 60 tankers and bulkers under commercial management, first tried to go public via a merger with Home Plate Acquisition Corporation ...
  • Hanwha strikes $100m deal for Philly Shipyard
    South Korean conglomerate Hanwha has sealed a deal to take over Aker-controlled US shipbuilder Philly Shipyard. Oslo-listed yard said it is selling the business to defence specialist Hanwha Systems and shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean for $100m in cash. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of this year, and the closing price could ...
  • Genting awards FLNG construction deal worth over $1bn to Wison New Energies
    Malaysia's Genting has contracted Chinese company Wison New Energies for the construction of a 1.2m tonnes per annum FLNG facility in West Papua, Indonesia, in a deal valued over $1bn. The contract executed by Genting subsidiaries, Genting Oil & Gas Sdn Bhd and PT Layar Nusantara Gas (PTLNG), for the FLNG facility is 962.8m but ...
  • RightShip and Windward create risk management solution for chartering operations
    London-listed predictive maritime intelligence firm Windward and ESG-focused digital maritime platform RightShip have teamed up to enable cross-platform data sharing. The partnership will see Windward's sanctions insights integrated into RightShip's platform and vetting workflow. The partnership aims to address the growing challenges the maritime industry faces, including regulatory compliance, s
  • Danish shipping companies retain special tax relief
    Shipowners' organisation Danish Shipping has welcomed the country's decision to maintain seafarer tax exemptions under the Danish International Ship Register (DIS) scheme. Earlier this year, an expert group led by businessman Christian Frigast proposed to scrap the DIS scheme, claiming it could save over a billion DKK but that it would also result in significantly ...
  • New Houthi tactics put seafarers on edge
    The Houthis have ratcheted up the fear factor for seafarers heading to the Middle East - as well as families at home - with their latest video showcasing how they managed to deploy boats packed with explosives to take out the Greek-controlled Tutor kamsarmax last week, a first-of-its-kind attack in the Houthis' seven-month campaign against ...
  • Sirius Shipping secures employment for methanol-ready tanker newbuilds
    Swedish tanker owner Sirius Shipping has sealed a charter deal with compatriot refiner Preem for two methanol-ready oil and chemical carriers under construction in China. Donsö-based Sirius has two 15,000 dwt ships booked at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard in Yangzhou, with the first delivery expected in the second half of 2026. Once delivered, the two ...
  • Cyan Renewables sends improved takeover offer for MMA Offshore
    Singapore-based offshore wind vessel pure-play Cyan Renewables has sent an improved offer to buy 100% of shares in Perth-based OSV operator MMA Offshore. Cyan, a subsidiary of Cyan Renewables, sent an initial offer to buy shares in the Australian company in March for AUD 2.60 ($1.73) per share. The takeover scheme values MMA's equity at ...
  • ShipServ CEO steps up to lead Marcura
    Maritime tech firm Marcura Group has promoted the head of ShipServ as it plots a leadership transition. Henrik Hyldahn has taken over as group CEO from Marcura co-founder Jens Lorens Poulsen, who has moved to become chair of the board. Christian Siemers Haunso, co-founder and former chair of the board, has stepped aside from his ...
  • CDB Leasing picks up four ships from Dynagas LNG Partners
    CDB Leasing has purchased four liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers from entities linked to George Procopiou-backed Dynagas LNG Partners. The Hong Kong-listed leasing unit of China Development Bank said it is paying up to $477.5m for the 149,700 cu m vessels Clean Energy, Ob River and Amur River, built between 2007 and 2008, and the ...
  • India allocates over $890m in funding for offshore wind
    India's Union Cabinet has approved the viability gap funding scheme for offshore wind energy projects totalling $892.3m. This includes $820.5m for the installation and commissioning of 1GW of offshore wind energy projects - 500MW each off the coast of Gujarat and Tamil Nadu - and a grant of $71.8m for upgrading two ports to meet ...
  • Authorities advance plan for offshore wind near US territories
    The US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is requesting ideas for baseline environmental and socioeconomic studies regarding potential offshore wind energy activities in the US territories. BOEM is also inviting entities in the US territories that have the capabilities, expertise, and interest in carrying out environmental monitoring and conducting studies. To formally request ideas ...
  • MPC Container Ships adds to fleet as it lands 10-ship charter deal
    MPC Container Ships (MPCC) has strengthened its fleet with two secondhand units and secured long-term employment for 10 vessels, including the latest purchases. The Oslo-listed tonnage provider will be adding a brace of 2009-built 3,500 teu vessels in the third quarter of 2024 for $47.25m. The duo has already been fixed for 36 months with ...
  • Seatrium pays $57m arbitration settlement over newbuild Awilco rig
    Seatrium's wholly owned subsidiary, Seatrium New Energy and RigCo Holding, have entered into a settlement agreement with Awilco Drilling. Seatrium said one of the Awilco units - Awilco Rig 2 (AR2) - will receive a $57m settlement related to an arbitration with Seatrium New Energy, formerly Keppel Fels. AR2 won an arbitration award in November ...
  • New Delhi approves giant west coast port development
    A long-planned mega port has got the green light from New Delhi. The giant Vadhavan port, located some 125 km north of Mumbai on India's west coast, has been discussed for more than a decade, but finally, the Narendra Modi administration has approved the huge $9.1bn development. The first of two construction phases is expected ...
  • Clearing the air on shipping pollution and climate change
    Dr Sian Prior, lead advisor to the Clean Arctic Alliance, reacts to recent news headlines that cutting shipping pollution contributes to a more extreme global temperature rise. She provides scientific context for these reports, and argues that more regulation of shipping is needed to combat the industry's climate impacts. News of a study made recent climate headlines ...

news on subscription
The Journal of Commerce web site
JUNE 20, 2024
  • US truckload spot rate metric turns positive for first time in 27 months
    The average US transactional dry-van truckload rate rose "a fraction" above its year-ago level Wednesday, following strong year-over-year gains in spot market volumes, according to DAT Freight & Analytics.
  • HMM deploying more extra loaders to aid South Korean exporters
    With backing from the South Korea government, HMM is deploying more ships to help the country's exporters weather soaring container rates amid heightened demand for their goods.
  • MSC adds to growing Asia-Mexico service launches
    Mediterranean Shipping Co. increasing capacity between Asia and the West Coast of Mexico amid surging foreign direct investment by China into Mexico.
  • Global disruption further complicates ocean carrier network building
    How do you build a robust, resilient system in the face of operational and geopolitical disruptions that throw conventional container shipping networks into disarray?
  • Charleston pausing berth project to ease vessel backlog
    Suspending construction work will allow the Port of Charleston to reopen all three berths in the Wando Welch terminal for two weeks and reduce a backlog of anchored vessels, but ocean carriers should anticipate at least two days of waiting to get a berth once work resumes.
  • Brazil north-south, Asia-ECSA rates hit recent highs on strong demand, congestion
    Local forwarders say the rate hikes are partly due to worsening delays at key ports in Brazil, with ongoing construction work closing part of Navegantes and vessel diversions from that port overwhelming other gateways.

news on subscription
TradeWinds web site
JUNE 20, 2024
  • Synergy strikes deal with Baltimore to allow some Dali crew to head home
    Others will remain as Department of Justice continues investigation
  • Jefferies upgrades liner companies with Houthi attacks likely to persist into 2025
    Operators already covering with longer charters, but talk of further newbuildings could be long-term damper
  • GreenSeas bin goes international as IMO chief unveils latest London landmark
    IMO visitors will be able to gaze on BinForGreenSeas No 18 from terrace of headquarters
  • Tsakos Energy Navigation hikes newbuilding plan by five tankers
    Oil majors are grabbing modern ships as soon as his company buys them or orders them, Nikolas Tsakos says
  • Heidmar tries again for Nasdaq listing in $300m merger with lifestyle brand
    Tanker and bulker manager will debut on New York exchange in the third quarter
  • Hanwha buys Rokke's Philly Shipyard for $100m cash
    Parties see transaction closing in fourth quarter
  • 'Huge escalation': Shipowners fear spike in Houthi hostility after rebels finish off Evalend ship
    'What's coming is greater', Yemeni rebels warn after double strike sending Greek bulker to the bottom of the Red Sea
  • Results of AP Moller-Maersk transformation have to be seen right now, boss Vincent Clerc says
    CEO of liner giant promises results of strategic streamlining will be evident in next earnings statement
  • Ukrainian ship abandoned after Houthi strike is afloat and receiving help
    Despite a blaze on board, there is still hope for the 11,400-dwt Verbena (built 2008)
  • Greek owner DryDel makes rare bulker sale as it takes first Namura newbuilding
    Costas Delaportas-led outfit shakes out modern, scrubber-fitted ultramax to Chinese buyers
  • 'Unprecedented conditions': Chemical tanker consolidation set to surge in booming market
    Analysts argue that merger-and-acquisition landscape has changed since big-ticket deals in previous decade
  • New sanctions targeting LNG and shadow fleet backed by EU
    Reports suggest new deal includes measures aimed at Russian gas and new designations for oil tankers
  • John Fredriksen's offshore firm Paratus Energy valued at $755m in Oslo listing
    Trading of shares on Euronext Growth Oslo to start about 28 June
  • 'Competition was fierce': Norway opens wallet for ammonia and hydrogen shipping
    Norwegian climate fund manager spends more than $100m in its largest outlay in the maritime transport sector
  • Britannia braces for Baltimore bridge claims with robust balance sheet
    London-based protection and indemnity provider bounces back to report strong investment returns in 2023/24
  • Cash piles, canal chaos and compliance: Why big guns are mulling orders for 100-plus container ships
    Competition for shipyard space is running hot as leading players jostle to place orders
  • John Fredriksen's Seatankers linked to mystery Wuchang Shipbuilding order
    Series of construction ships boosted to four units, according to Norwegian designer Salt
  • Videos show multiple Houthi attacks and explosions that sunk Evalend ship
    Houthi footage appears to show second blast that may have taken place after crew was evacuated
  • International Seaways shreds boring tag with dividend racing to $472m in 18 months
    New York tanker owner tells how 'disciplined' strategy to capital allocations is paying off
  • Amon Maritime breaks into gas market with ammonia-fuelled ships backed by Norwegian state cash
    Amon Maritime spin-off wins $17m from energy transition agency Enova
  • Mystery shrouds fate of Ukrainian ship hit by uncontrollable fire after Houthi strike
    Ukrainian owner stays mum and western navies profess to have no information
  • New York, Oslo or both? Why marrying Norwegian nous with US scale makes sense for shipping companies
    As rival shipping stock capitals compete, dual listings appear to be catching on
  • First tanker opens eastbound sailings season on Northern Sea Route
    But industry waits and watches for start of LNG transits
  • Marcura shakes up top management after ShipServ takeover
    Dubai shipping platform says move underlines commitment to innovation and growth
  • Methanol pioneer Maersk spreads future fuel bet with latest newbuilding play
    Tonnage providers and Chinese yards in mix for what could be a change of tack for liner giant
  • Nordic American Tankers to see big spike in rates despite 'dangerous' peak oil forecast
    Clarksons Securities bullish on suezmax prospects as debate rages over demand
  • John Fredriksen's offshore firm Paratus Energy valued at $755m in Oslo listing
    Trading of shares on Euronext Growth Oslo to start on 28 June
  • MPC Container Ships buys first vessels in a year as it seals 10 charters with major line
    German owner splashes $47.25m on boxship pair with new charters in place
  • New York, Oslo or both? Why marrying Norwegian nouse with US scale makes sense for shipping companies
    As rival shipping stock capitals compete, dual listings appear to be catching on
  • Video shows exploding Houthi drone zeroing in on Evalend ship it would sink
    Houthi footage appears to show second blast that may have taken place after crew was evacuated from ship
  • CDB Leasing adds more LNG carriers to fleet after deal with Dynagas
    Hong Kong company has done LNG carrier deals with Awilco LNG, GasLog and now George Procopiou
  • Agricore Shipping expands fleet with ultramax bulk carrier orders in China
    Chinese-owned company orders quartet at Jiangsu Hantong
  • Singapore's Cyan forced to cough up more cash for MMA takeover
    Suitor offers $267m more to shareholders in bid to win control of offshore energy company

news on subscription
American Shipper web site
JUNE 20, 2024
  • PayCargo collects $16M from CargoSprint in FreightTech trademark case
    A long-standing dispute between logistics technology providers ended with a $16 million payment from CargoSprint to PayCargo.
  • Amazon transferring Boeing 737-800 cargo jets to Sun Country Airlines
    Sun Country Airlines will operate 20 freighter aircraft for Amazon by late 2025 after the retailer agreed to expand its partnership with the passenger and charter airline.

››› File
FROM THE HOME PAGE
European Commission meeting to define the strategy for the development of EU ports and maritime industry
Brussels
Call for papers by July 28th
Assarmatori asks for support for Italian seafarers employed on short-haul routes and for the renewal of ferry fleets
Assarmatori asks for support for Italian seafarers employed on short-haul routes and for the renewal of ferry fleets
Rome
Messina: State Aid regime needs to be redesigned for European shipyards
In the first four months of 2025, maritime container traffic between Asia and Europe grew by +4.8%
Tokyo
-6.4% drop in shipments to Asian ports. +9.0% increase in unloading volumes in Europe
The impact on Italy of a possible closure of the maritime route through the Strait of Hormuz would be significant
Rome
The merchant fleet for energy products controlled by the Italian shipping industry interested in these traffics amounts to approximately 80 units.
Cargo traffic in China's seaports grew by +3.7% last month
Cargo traffic in China's seaports grew by +3.7% last month
Beijing
Containers amounted to 26.7 million TEU (+6.1%)
In 2024, 576 containers were lost at sea out of over 250 million transported by ships
Washington
About 200 have fallen from container ships in the Cape of Good Hope region
FMC questions deal exempting World Shipping Council companies from US antitrust rules
Washington
Meanwhile, Sola, appointed by Trump on January 20 to the presidency of the federal agency, is leaving his post today.
The European maritime-port sector nitpicks the reform of the Community customs rules
Brussels
Note from CLECAT, ECASBA, European Shipowners, ESPO, Feport and WSC
EU Council agrees on reform of the Union Customs Code
Brussels
CLECAT is concerned about the persistence of the concept of "Single Liable Person" in the text
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia grew by +2.4%
Civitavecchia
Increase of +9.9% in Gaeta and decrease of -17.1% in Fiumicino
Le Aziende informanoSponsored Article
Accelleron consolida le partnership con Somas e Geislinger per sostenere l'efficienza e la sostenibilità del settore marittimo
Japanese shipbuilding company Imabari Shipbuilding acquires control of fellow Japanese JMU
Imabari/Tokyo
Ownership share increased from 30% to 60%
WTO: New tariffs have given a boost to trade that is unlikely to last
Geneva
Recovery driven by importers who brought forward purchases in view of expected tariff increases
Terminal Investments Limited of the MSC Group acquires 50% of the capital of Barcelona Europe South Terminal
Barcelona
The transaction was authorized by the Port Authority of Barcelona
There are no implementing decrees for the SalvaMare law and Italian citizens are paying for the management of fished waste that is not carried out
Rome
The Marevivo Foundation and the Federation of the Sea report it
In five and a half years, 1,244 tons of drugs have been seized in EU ports
In five and a half years, 1,244 tons of drugs have been seized in EU ports
Lisbon
The largest quantities pass through ports in Belgium, Spain, Holland, Italy and Germany
The International Convention on Ship Recycling will enter into force tomorrow
Copenhagen
BIMCO urges EU to include Indian shipyards in EU list of ship recycling facilities
Assologistica presents the "Cruscotto" project to ensure transparency and legality in the logistics sector
Milan
Ruggerone: it is an infrastructure of trust between clients and operators
Federagenti, cruises cannot and must not become the target of an indiscriminate hate campaign
Federagenti, cruises cannot and must not become the target of an indiscriminate hate campaign
Rome
A "Pact for the Sea" proposed with solutions to tackle overtourism for which passenger ships are not to blame
New step forward for the construction of the underground freight transport system in Switzerland
New step forward for the construction of the underground freight transport system in Switzerland
Bern
Cargo sous terrain plans to build a 500-kilometer system by mid-century
Carnival posts record earnings for March-May period
Carnival posts record earnings for March-May period
Miami
The number of cruise passengers embarked also peaked this quarter
Federlogistica, it is reckless to activate railway construction sites without a concerted plan
Genoa
Falteri: Isolating the port of Genoa from the railway network for three weeks means putting the whole of Northern Italy in difficulty
Multipurpose terminals privatized in eight Saudi ports
Multipurpose terminals privatized in eight Saudi ports
Riyadh
Four will be operated by Saudi Global Ports and four by Red Sea Gateway Terminal
Public debate launched on the project for Pier VIII in the port of Trieste
Public debate launched on the project for Pier VIII in the port of Trieste
Trieste
A total investment of 315.8 million euros is expected
South Korea's HD Hyundai partners with US Edison Chouest Offshore to build containerships in US
South Korea's HD Hyundai partners with US Edison Chouest Offshore to build containerships in US
Seoul
The possibility of building other types of ships and constructing port cranes is foreseen
Rixi: with the Omnibus decree, Phase B of the new Genoa breakwater is guaranteed
Rome
Expenditure of 50 million euros authorised for 2026 and 92.8 million for 2027
Israel-Iran conflict prompts Maersk to suspend calls at Haifa port
Copenhagen
Those at the port of Ashdod will continue instead.
Northern European Nations Commitment to Counter Russian Shadow Fleet
Warsaw
If the vessels do not fly a valid flag in the Baltic Sea and the North Sea - they specify - we will take appropriate measures in compliance with international law.
Freight traffic in French ports stable in the first quarter of 2025
Freight traffic in French ports stable in the first quarter of 2025
The Defense
Containers and liquid bulk on the rise. Increase in unloading loads and decrease in loading loads
Cognolato (Assiterminal): Today more than ever we need a coherent port policy
Rome
All the critical issues highlighted in recent years still remain open - he highlighted.
Alessandro Pitto confirmed as president of Fedespedi
Milan
The Board of Directors, the Board of Arbiters and the Board of Auditors have been renewed
A protest action by Greek seafarers is heated, with the PENEN and PNO unions launching very serious accusations, including mutual ones
Piraeus
The strike, declared illegal by the courts, blocks some ships of the Attica group in the port of Patras
Saipem awarded contract for a phosphate mining project in Algeria that includes the upgrading of the port of Annaba
Milan
The construction of railway lines is also planned
Suez Canal celebrates return of large-capacity containership transits
Suez Canal celebrates return of large-capacity containership transits
Ismailia
Today it was crossed by the vessel "CMA CGM Osiris" which can carry 15,536 teu
IMO, ILO, ICS and ITF urge protection of seafarers' rights against unjust criminalisation
London
The "Guidelines on the Fair Treatment of Seafarers Detained in Relation to Alleged Offences" were adopted in April
Trump's new tariffs also hit container traffic at the Port of Long Beach
Long Beach
In the first five months of 2025, an increase of +17.2% was recorded
Transfer of the port of Carrara from the Ligurian to the Tuscan AdSP not without a discussion with the operators
Milan
Dario Perioli, FHP, Grendi and Tarros ask for it
Up to $768 billion in investments needed to adapt world ports to rising sea levels
New York
Port of Los Angeles Feels Impact of New Tariffs on Container Traffic
Los Angeles
A decrease of -4.8% was recorded in May
Assagenti proposes a task force to solve port, logistics and industrial problems
Genoa
A "problem solver" consultative body composed, in addition to the categories of the maritime cluster, of the manufacturing industries of the North-West quadrant
Cargo traffic at the port of Singapore fell by -4.6% in May
Singapore
New crane overturned for delivery in new Tuas port area
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic on the Swiss rail network fell by -6.4%
Neuchatel
Service performance at 2.35 billion tonne-km, down -8.2%
ANGOPI fears that new measures to ensure maritime continuity will penalise mooring services
ANGOPI fears that new measures to ensure maritime continuity will penalise mooring services
Ischia
Power: it is necessary to remove them from a perverse mechanism
Dutch HES International to operate bulk terminal in Marseille-Fos port
Marseille
The concession contract will have a minimum duration of 30 years
Ibiza government opposes Trasmed's overnight stay on board ferry program
Ibiza/Valencia
It is considered a "clandestine hotel", while the company defines it as a cruise service
Bruno Pisano appointed extraordinary commissioner of the AdSP of the Eastern Ligurian Sea
Rome
He will take up his post next Monday
Federlogistica proposes a comparison between operators on the congestion fee while waiting for a solution from the government
Genoa
In the first five months of 2025, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +10.3%
Joy Taurus
1,813,071 TEUs were handled
Trasportounito, truck waiting times in ports must be paid
Genoa
Tagnochetti: The Port Fee aims to redistribute the costs of all disruptions more equitably
Commissioners of the AdSPs of the Northern Tyrrhenian, Ionian and Western Liguria appointed
Rome/Genoa
Trade unions concerned about the future of Genoa Port Terminal workers
Political instability and green transition are the main problems that shipping faces
London
This is highlighted in the "ICS Maritime Barometer Report 2024-2025"
The new container terminal of the port of Termini Imerese presented
Palermo
Transfer of traffic handled by Portitalia to the port of Palermo
GCMD survey confirms shipping's commitment to decarbonisation
Singapore
Ports concerned about lack of certainty about demand from shipping companies
The EU Commission has re-identified Port Said East and Tanger Med as neighbouring container transhipment ports
Brussels
Road haulage extends congestion fee application to Livorno port
Livorno/Rome/Milan/Genoa
Fedespedi, they do not solve the problems, but have the only effect of increasing costs
The new Border Control Post has been inaugurated in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
The structure cost 15 million euros
The transfer of 80% of Louis-Dreyfus Armateurs' capital to InfraVia has been implemented
Suresnes/Paris
The Louis-Dreyfus family retains the remaining 20%
Port of Genoa, green light for extension of concession to Spinelli until September 30
Genoa
Ok also to the extension to the Campostano group
The National Maritime Fund has started the recognition of scholarships
Genoa
They are granted for basic training and security familiarization courses.
RFI and MIT sign the update to the program contract for approximately 2.1 billion
Rome
Around 500 million euros expected for the management of the railway network
San Giorgio del Porto delivers a vessel for the bunkering of liquefied natural gas
Genoa
It was built for Genova Trasporti Marittimi
Pisano (AdSP Liguria Orientale): the ports of La Spezia and Carrara have integrated almost perfectly
La Spezia/Bari
Extraordinary Commissioner of the Southern Adriatic Sea Port Authority appointed
Raffaele Latrofa appointed president of the AdSP of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea
Rome
He is the deputy mayor of Pisa
India's Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Acquires Control of Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard
Mumbai
Investment of approximately 53 million dollars
The Commissioner of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been granted the powers and prerogatives of the Management Committee
Genoa
The measure pending the restoration of the ordinary top management bodies
The Three-Year Operational Plan 2025-2027 of the Central Adriatic Port Authority has been approved
Ancona
Favorable opinion of the Sea Resource Partnership Body
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
It will deal with the physical transformations of the container and the digitalization of processes
Andrea Ormesani is the new president of Assosped Venezia
Venice
The board of directors has been renewed. Paolo Salvaro remains general secretary
Witte (ISU): In 2024, the ship salvage sector stabilized from the low of two years ago
London
Finnish Elomatic to Install Tunnel Thrusters on 11 Carnival Cruise Ships
Turku
The works will begin next autumn and will end in 2028
The Assarmatori assembly will be held in Rome on July 1st
Rome
"Mediterranean against the current" the theme of the meeting
Fincantieri has delivered the new cruise ship Viking Vesta to the American Viking
Trieste/Los Angeles
It was built in the Ancona shipyard
The Genoa Coast Guard has placed the container ship PL Germany under administrative detention
Genoa
Italian Navy orders two new Multipurpose Combat Ships from Fincantieri
Trieste
The order to the shipbuilding company is worth 700 million euros
MSC Group to manage cruise services in the ports of Bari and Brindisi
Bari
Ten-year concession with possibility of extension
German Kombiverkehr Returns to Profit in 2024
Frankfurt am Main
The level of revenues remained unchanged at 434.6 million euros.
Deltamarin to design the six new ro-pax vessels ordered by Grimaldi for the Mediterranean routes
Turku
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
The practice of subcontracting in European logistics is creating a parallel labour market where rights are not enforced
Brussels
"Sorry, We Subcontracted You" Report Presented
Tomorrow Grendi will launch the group's fourth ship on routes to and from Sardinia
Milan
"Grendi Star", with a load capacity of 2,800 linear meters, will connect Marina di Carrara and Cagliari
FREMM frigates operational support contract signed between Orizzonte Sistemi Navali and OCCAR
Taranto
The agreement has a total value of approximately 764 million euros
Call to reform the entire driver training system in the transport sector
Rome
Seven proposals presented
In the port of Gioia Tauro, the Guardia di Finanza soldiers seized 228 kilos of cocaine
Reggio Calabria
Two dockers arrested
Port of Livorno, new observatory to find solutions to the problem of port congestion
Leghorn
Marilli: We will seek solutions to reach the possible revocation of the port fee
Lockton PL Ferrari closed the last fiscal year with gross revenues of 34 million dollars
Genoa
Insurance premium volume rose to 350 million
Polish Trans Polonia Group acquires Dutch Nijman/Zeetank Holding
Tczew
It specializes in the transportation and logistics of liquid and gaseous products
d'Amico Tankers Sells Two 2011-Built Tankers for $36.2 Million
Luxembourg
They will be delivered to buyers by the end of July and on December 21st.
The Italian Merchant Marine Academy plans 13 new free courses
Genoa
Over 300 positions available
A delegation of Wista Italy visits the ports of Catania and Augusta
Catania/August
The association is made up of women who hold positions of responsibility in the maritime, logistics and trade sectors.
In the first five months of 2025, the port of Algeciras handled 1.9 million containers (-6.3%)
Algeciras
Empty containers decreased by -5.5% and full ones by -6.4%
Reway Group enters the port railway infrastructure maintenance sector
Licciana Nardi
Two contracts awarded by the AdSP of the Eastern Ligurian Sea
Delcomar and Ensamar take over maritime services with the smaller Sardinian islands
Cagliari
The tender for the six-year concession of the connections has been awarded
Port of Trieste, the newly appointed Gurrieri torpedoes the newly appointed Torbianelli
Trieste
Russo (Pd): it's a squalid power game
Singapore's SeaLead expands its maritime shipping offering to connect Turkey and Italy
Singapore
Route connected to services transiting the Suez Canal
The US Container Security Initiative program has been extended to Morocco
Rabat
Amrani: Let's consolidate Tanger Med's role as a safe and world-class maritime hub
Very positive first quarter for Greek Euroseas
Athens
Pittas: the positive momentum continued in the second quarter
Assonat and SACE present a plan for Italian tourist ports
Rome
Kuehne+Nagel has opened a new branch in Naples
Milan
The aim is to support the operational growth of the group in Southern Italy
RINA has acquired the entire capital of Finnish Foreship
Helsinki
The Helsinki-based company specializes in consulting in the field of marine and mechanical engineering.
Container traffic down at Barcelona and Valencia ports in May
Barcelona/Valencia
Resumption of containers in transit at the Catalan port
Annual cargo traffic in Greek ports stable in 2024
Piraeus
Domestic volumes are growing, while foreign trade is decreasing
Perplexity of freight forwarders, customs agents and maritime agents of La Spezia at the transfer of the port of Carrara to the Tuscan AdSP
The Spice
Timidly, they "hope for consideration for the progress made so far"
Francesco Mastro appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Southern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He will take up office on June 30th.
John Denholm to be new president of the International Chamber of Shipping
Athens
He will take over from Emanuele Grimaldi in a year
Extraordinary commissioners of the two Ligurian Port System Authorities have been installed
Genoa/La Spezia
Matteo Paroli and Bruno Pisano at the helm of the institutions
Container traffic at Hong Kong port drops sharply in May
Hong Kong
1.05 million TEUs were handled (-12.7%)
Assogasliquidi-Federchimica shows the way to accelerate the decarbonization of road and maritime transport
Rome
Amadei: Our sector is ready and the time has come for courageous industrial choices
Eagle S tanker command blamed for cutting submarine cables in Gulf of Finland
Advantages
The accident was caused by the ship's anchor
Online platform to report critical issues that put transport workers at risk
Genoa
It was prepared by Fit Cisl Liguria
GNV to create a direct summer connection between Civitavecchia and Tunis
Genoa
It will run alongside the historic route via Palermo
The unification of Grimaldi's concessions in the port of Barcelona has been completed
Madrid/Barcelona
The contract expires on September 20, 2035.
In the first five months of 2025, cargo traffic in Russian ports fell by -4.9%
St. Petersburg
A decrease of approximately -12% was recorded in May
Raben Logistics Group Creates Subsidiary in Türkiye
Milan
It will have 20 employees and a 2,000 square meter cross-dock warehouse
Alberto Dellepiane confirmed as president of Assorimorchiatori
Rome
The composition of the entire association leadership remains unchanged
Agreement between Fincantieri and Indonesian PMM to develop solutions to face new unconventional underwater challenges
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The Assarmatori assembly will be held in Rome on July 1st
Rome
"Mediterranean against the current" the theme of the meeting
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Structural adaptation works on dock 23 of the port of Ancona awarded
Ancona
Intervention worth over 11.8 million euros
Conference on the role of LNG and bioLNG for the decarbonisation of transport and industry
Rome
The Federchimica-Assogasliquidi event will take place on Monday in Rome
Dutch Bolidt increases presence in cruise ship sector with acquisition of American Boteka
Hendrik Ido Ambacht
Contship Italia has acquired the Genoese customs services company STS
Melzo
The Ligurian company was founded in 1985
Francesco Benevolo has been appointed extraordinary commissioner of the AdSP of the Central-Northern Adriatic Sea
Rome
He is the operations director of RAM - Logistics, Infrastructure and Transport
Montaresi resigns as commissioner of the Eastern Ligurian Port Authority
The Spice
In the eight months of administration - he underlines - we have not lost even a second
Gurrieri has been appointed extraordinary commissioner of the AdSP of the Eastern Adriatic Sea
Trieste
Pending the completion of the formal process for the designation of the president
The commissioners of the AdSP of Western Liguria have handed over their mandate to Minister Salvini
Genoa
The decision is part of the process of designation and nomination of the new leaders
Confetra criticizes the provisions of the decree-law Infrastructure for road transport
Rome
The Confederation urges the blocking of the process of appointing the presidents of the port authorities
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw revenue decline in May
Keelung/Taipei
The decline is accentuated for the two main companies
South Korea's KSOE wins order to build eight 15,900 TEU containerships
Seongnam
The unit value of each vessel is approximately $221 million.
First port terminal for car traffic of Greek Neptune Lines
Piraeus
It will be inaugurated next year in the French port of Port-La Nouvelle
The assembly of the association of Genoese maritime agents and brokers will be held on June 16th
Genoa
Round Table on Genoa, the hub of the North West and the Mediterranean
BN di Navigazione Board of Directors Renewed
Genoa
BluNavy aims to reach one million passengers by 2025
Viking Line designs world's largest all-electric ro-pax vessel
Viking Line designs world's largest all-electric ro-pax vessel
Åland
Record Monthly Container Traffic at Turkish Ports
Ankara
In May, almost 1.4 million TEUs were handled (+17.6%)
Sergio Landolfi has been elected president of the Customs Association of the Port of La Spezia
The Spice
The board of directors has been renewed
The ferry industry elite will attend the Interferry conference in Salerno in October
Victoria
Event titled "Connections"
Uniport launches an initiative to support ALS research
Rome
Fundraising for the NeMO Clinical Center Serena Foundation Onlus
The Propeller Club of Genoa has analyzed risks and opportunities of using AI in the maritime and insurance sectors
Genoa
The importance of training in the use of technology was highlighted
Chantiers de l'Atlantique delivers luxury cruising yacht Luminara to The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
Saint Nazaire
The ship will debut in Alaska
- Via Raffaele Paolucci 17r/19r - 16129 Genoa - ITALY
phone: +39.010.2462122, fax: +39.010.2516768, e-mail
VAT number: 03532950106
Press Reg.: nr 33/96 Genoa Court
Editor in chief: Bruno Bellio
No part may be reproduced without the express permission of the publisher
Search on inforMARE Presentation
Feed RSS Advertising spaces

inforMARE in Pdf
Mobile