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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
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International Transport Journal web site
JUNE 21, 2024
  • Panoramic view at Lake Geneva
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  • 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
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  • Bpostgroup appoints interim CEO
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  • Zero-tailpipe HGV deployed in the UK
  • A new minister of civil aviation for India
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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

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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

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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

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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 ...

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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.

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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

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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.

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In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
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ITS Costruttori, il corso di alta formazione per entrare nel mondo di Fincantieri
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
India launches nearly $8 billion package to support its shipbuilding and maritime sectors
New Delhi
Shipyard production capacity expected to increase to 4.5 million gross tonnage per year
In the second quarter of this year, freight traffic in French ports fell by -0.4%.
Paris
Dry bulk and rolling bulk trades are declining. Container and liquid bulk trades are growing.
Antin Infrastructure Partners to acquire UK's leading marina operator
Paris/London/New York
It will take over ownership from British private equity firm LDC
Royal Caribbean agrees with Meyer Turku to build Icon ships for a decade
Miami
Order confirmed for a fifth Icon cruise ship and option placed on a seventh unit of the same series
Maersk announces it will not apply surcharges for new US tariffs on Chinese vessels
Copenhagen
The company assures that it will not make any changes to its services
Cochin Shipyard and KSOE enter into strategic collaboration in shipbuilding sector
New Delhi
The creation of approximately two thousand direct jobs is expected
DHL will resume freight shipments from Germany to the United States for corporate customers.
Bonn
They had been suspended due to the removal in the USA of the "de minimis" threshold for goods with a value of less than 800 dollars.
World Business Council for Sustainable Development Statement in Support of the IMO Net-Zero Framework
Ancona: Tax fraud in the shipbuilding sector
Ancona
Over €2.3 million in non-existent tax credits seized
CMA CGM buys British rail freight operator Freightliner
Birmingham
The transaction will be completed in early 2026
Containerized cargo at the port of Algeciras decreased by -9.4% last month
Algeciras
The 20-foot containers handled were 399 thousand (-0.7%)
Italferr participates in Europe's largest railway electrification contract
Rome
Activities within the Rail Baltica project
Freight traffic increased in the ports of Barcelona and Valencia in August
Barcelona/Valencia
In the first eight months of 2025, decreases of -1.6% and -0.3% respectively were recorded
In the June-August quarter, FedEx express courier revenues increased by +3.1%
Memphis
An average of 16.8 million express shipments were handled per day (+3.5%)
Breakthrough in the exploratory tunnel of the Brenner Base Tunnel
Milan/Rome
At 64 kilometers, it will be the longest underground railway connection in the world.
Tender launched for privatization of Croatian shipyard 3. MAJ Rijeka 1905
Zagreb
The starting bid is 6.66 million euros.
To decarbonize, shipping should join forces with other hard-to-abate sectors
London
This is highlighted by a report by Accelleron which believes that a critical mass of demand is necessary to overcome a stalemate phase.
COSCO Reassures Customers on Impact of New U.S. Tariffs on Chinese Vessels
Shanghai
We - the Chinese company assured - will maintain competitive freight rates and surcharges.
Shipping is still far from the target of 5-10% of fuel used coming from scalable, zero-emission sources by 2030
Copenhagen
The need to introduce incentives was underlined
Spain's Boluda acquires Transfesa's intermodal rail freight services.
Valencia
The agreement also includes industrial services, railway maintenance and shunting activities and intermodal terminals.
Til (MSC Group) to become a shareholder in Turkey's Petkim container port
Til (MSC Group) to become a shareholder in Turkey's Petkim container port
Baku
Agreement with the Azerbaijani oil group SOCAR
German and Austrian trailer manufacturers challenge EU regulation to reduce truck environmental impact
Berlin/Brussels
They denounce that its application leads to an increase in traffic volumes and therefore emissions.
The Venice Marghera station has been equipped with a track compliant with European TEN-T standards
Venice
A 740-meter freight track has been opened.
World Shipping Council introduces Cargo Safety Program to prevent ship fires
Washington
It is based on artificial intelligence and traditional goods inspections
Rheinmetall to enter naval shipbuilding sector by acquiring Naval Vessels Lürssen
Bremen
Lürssen Group to focus on megayacht production
The British government is investing half a billion pounds to reduce shipping emissions.
London
Private investments of 700 million expected
HMM signs new 10-year contract with Vale for iron ore transport
Seoul
It is worth around $310 million.
The Campania Port Authority reaches an agreement with UNIPORT and Assiterminal
Naples
The regional tax - highlights the port authority - risks undermining the competitiveness of ports
IAPH and WCO publish updated guidelines on cooperation between customs and port authorities
Tokyo/Brussels
Contributed by the World Shipping Council
ABB and Blykalla collaborate on nuclear marine propulsion
Stockholm
The agreement focuses on small modular fast reactors developed by the Swedish company
Saipem wins new offshore contract worth approximately $1.5 billion in Türkiye
Saipem wins new offshore contract worth approximately $1.5 billion in Türkiye
Milan
It is related to the third phase of the Sakarya gas field development project.
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia grew by +5.7%
Civitavecchia
Record for cruise passengers this period
Uniport and Assiterminal oppose the additional fees demanded of port operators by the Campania Region.
Rome
Amount between 10% and 25% of the annual state fee
The first train from Belgium under the FS Logistix-Lineas agreement has arrived in Segrate.
Milan
Five return connections per week to Antwerp are scheduled
Modernization works are underway at the passenger terminal at the port of Igoumenitsa.
Naples
Grimaldi takes delivery of the PCTC "Grand Auckland"
Damage to submarine cables in the Red Sea
Portsmouth
According to the International Cable Protection Committee, the cause could be ship traffic
Dutch company Damen to build 24 naval vessels for British company Serco
Gorinchem/Amsterdam
Green light for a €270 million bridging loan to the shipbuilding company.
DP World to build and operate container terminal at Montreal's new Contrecœur port
Dubai/Montreal
It will become operational in 2030
Expansion work has begun at the Vienna South intermodal terminal.
Vienna
Annual traffic capacity expected to increase by 44%
In July, ship traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +0.8%
Cairo
In the first seven months of 2025, a decrease of -10.2% was recorded
In July, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado decreased by -3.0%
Genoa
The decline was limited by increased oil traffic in the Vado harbor. Ferry traffic dropped 9.9%.
Trump nominates Laura DiBella as chair of the Federal Maritime Commission.
Washington
The nomination of Robert Harvey as commissioner of the federal agency has also been forwarded to the Senate.
Genoa's new dam: a modification has been approved to allow for completion of work by the end of 2027.
Genoa
Phase A and Phase B works will be carried out rather than sequentially
Assiterminal, simplify and standardize dredging procedures to restore the operational competitiveness of ports.
Taranto Recommends: The Regasification Plant Would Promote the Port's Revitalization
Taranto
Melucci: a lifeline for the entire port system and for our city's economic growth.
Cargo and cruise traffic in eastern Sicily ports is on the rise
Catania
In the container segment, an increase of +27.9% was recorded
FS Logistix and Lineas form joint venture to manage the Antwerp Mainhub Terminal
Antwerp
Rail services between Antwerp and Milan expected to increase
Attack on a product tanker in the Red Sea
Southampton
A missile fell near the ship which suffered no damage
Sea trials have been completed for the new GNV Virgo ro-pax vessel.
Genoa
It will be GNV's first liquefied natural gas ship
In the first half of the year, Singamas' container sales decreased by -10%.
Hong Kong
The average selling price dropped by -3.8%
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles remained stable in August.
Los Angeles
Volumes expected to decline in the remainder of 2025
Meeting between the port authorities of Jacksonville and Livorno
Livorno
Among the objectives, to start one or more direct services between the two ports
Italian State Railways and ENAC sign an agreement for the use of drones in infrastructure monitoring.
Rome
They will also be used to fly over sections of the railway and road network that would otherwise be difficult to monitor.
A.SPE.DO, the port of La Spezia is essential to ensuring employment, development, and a future for the local economy.
La Spezia
Landolfi: We cannot afford to underestimate its value.
The MIT meets with the heads of the Italian AdSPs
Rome
Meeting on the government's strategic vision for the sector and port reform
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean Co. to build seven 15,880 TEU container ships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Over 40 expressions of interest have been received for the development of the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk.
Kiev
Today the first meeting of the tender commission
The first commercial ship is expected at the public dock in Largo Trattaroli in Ravenna.
Ravenna
The car carrier "AICC Huanghu" is coming soon
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach decreased by 1.3% last month.
Long Beach
Empty containers are increasing. Full containers are decreasing.
Assiterminal's Terminal Road Show is starting
Genoa
Cognolato: We want to strengthen our ties with local communities and territories.
Assoporti, the Italian ports' cruise offerings presented at the Seatrade Europe fair.
Hamburg
Giampieri: We are leaders in the Mediterranean area and in Europe
Commander Claudio Tomei, USCLAC president from 2012 to 2024, has passed away.
Viareggio
His strong commitment to improving the working conditions of Italian seafarers
In the first quarter of 2025, cargo traffic in Greek ports grew by +1.4%
Piraeus
Passengers down by -1.1%
HD Hyundai Samho Orders Four New Container Ships
Seoul
Order worth approximately 468 million dollars
Trieste: Fraudulent bankruptcy in the shipbuilding sector
Trieste
Investigation into a company based in Palermo
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by 7.4% in August.
Hong Kong
In the first eight months of 2025 the decline was -3.8%
BigLift Shipping and CY Shipping order two additional heavy lift vessels
Amsterdam
Order placed at Chinese shipyard Jing Jiang Nanyang Shipbuilding Co.
Container traffic at the port of Singapore continued to decline in August
Singapore
Total volume of goods increased by +1.1%
The Charthage ferry was placed under administrative detention in the port of Genoa
Genoa
A Coast Guard inspection found numerous deficiencies
Disney Cruise Line's largest ship's debut delayed by three months
Lake Buena Vista
Construction delays force the maiden voyage to be postponed until March 10th.
Shell to supply liquefied biomethane to Hapag-Lloyd containerships
Hamburg
Agreement effective immediately
Andrea Zoratti has been appointed general manager of Hub Telematica
Genoa
The company is controlled by Assagenti and Spediporto
Jotun and Messina sign agreement to improve the environmental and commercial performance of ships.
Genoa
The "Jolly Rosa" vessel will use the Hull Skating Solutions solution
PSA Genova Pra' announces the hiring of 25 people dedicated to container handling.
Genoa
Ferrari: International markets have changed profoundly
CMA CGM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels and Chinese services
Marseille
The rates announced by the USTR in April will apply from October 14th.
South Korean HJ Shipbuilding wins orders for four 8,850 TEU containerships
Busan
Orders with a total value of approximately 461 million dollars
Conference: "Waiting and Delays in Road Transport: Logistics in Check"
Genoa
Organized by Trasportounito, it will be held on September 26th in Genoa
GNV has inaugurated a new office in Barcelona
Barcelona
The company currently has 52 employees throughout Spain.
Port of Trieste: EU funding for two new projects
Trieste
Resources with a total value of 1.7 million euros
Filt Cgil, the Flotilla incident is serious. Dockworkers are ready to mobilize.
Rome
Union announces action if aid is not allowed to reach Gaza
Stena Line to buy Latvian port operator Terrabalt
Gothenburg
It handles rolling stock, bulk cargo, and general cargo traffic in the port of Liepaja.
In the first eight months of 2025, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +10.6%
Gioia Tauro
2,912,943 TEUs were handled
Meyer Turku begins construction of Royal Caribbean's fourth "Icon"-class cruise ship
Miami/Turku
It will be delivered in 2027
More than one in ten maritime shipments has shortages
Washington
This is what a report by the World Shipping Council has revealed, highlighting the safety risks
Last July, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +3.8%
Ravenna
In the first seven months of 2025, growth was +5.4%
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Belgian ports fell by -3.2%.
Brussels
Landings down 1.3% and embarkations down 5.4%
Product tanker High Fidelity rescues 38 migrants on a drifting dinghy
Rome
Intervention in the south of the island of Crete
GES and RINA sign agreement to develop a prototype of a new hydrogen battery
Rovereto/Genoa
PSA's second phase of container terminal at Mumbai Port inaugurated
Singapore
Annual traffic capacity will increase to 4.8 million TEUs
The conference "EU ETS - Perspectives and Opportunities for Decarbonization in the Maritime Sector" will be held in Palermo.
Rome
It will be held on September 18th and 19th
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Korean Firms Reassess U.S. Investments After Mass Immigration Raid
(The Korea Bizwire)
Russia's infrastructure development plan aims to build 17 marine terminals by 2036
(Interfax)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Fincantieri and PGZ sign an agreement to support the modernization of the Polish Navy
Trieste
The third LSS section for Chantiers de l'Atlantique was launched in Castellammare di Stabia.
In the US, funding for wind energy development projects in ports is being cut.
Washington
Resources worth $679 million will be reallocated for port infrastructure upgrades
From January 1st, Kombiverkehr will operate the PKV intermodal terminal in the port of Duisburg.
Frankfurt am Main
It has a traffic capacity of approximately 200 thousand intermodal units per year.
Wallenius Marine and ABB form Overseas joint venture
Stockholm
The aim is to accelerate the launch of the platform of the same name for improving fleet performance.
The Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has asked the Region to agree on the appointment of Bagalà as president of the Sardinian Port Authority.
Rome
He is currently the extraordinary commissioner of the same body
DHL eCommerce has acquired a minority stake in Saudi Arabia's AJEX Logistics Services.
Bonn/Riyadh
The Middle Eastern company has two thousand employees
CMPort's port terminals handled record container traffic in the second quarter
Hong Kong
In the first six months of 2025 the total was 78.8 million TEUs (+4.3%)
Confitarma approves the decree on advanced training for tanker seafarers.
Rome
Applause to the General Command of the Port Authority Corps
Quarterly freight traffic in Moroccan ports increases
Tangier/Casablanca
In Tanger Med the growth was +17%
The board of directors of the Genoa-based Ente Bacini has been renewed.
Genoa
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