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Exim India web site
OCTOBER 21, 2024
  • Cargo Shop 2024 - Shippers and LSP Forum sees a highly engaging, interactive deliberation on diverse cargo handling and logistics
  • Gujarat Maritime Board shortlists four sites for port-led city development
  • Process enhanced for checking authenticity and validity of P&I insurance certificates for all vessels calling Indian ports
  • CBDT issues revised guidelines for compounding offences under Income-tax Act
  • Logistics cost to be in single-digit soon, says Minister
  • India's growth rate shiniest part of global economy: World Bank
  • Major plan submitted to boost port cargo capacity
  • Ministry suggests safeguard duty to check steel imports
  • Gujarat High Court releases bunker arrested onboard commercial vessel
  • Bahri signs Murabaha Financing Agreement with Alinma Bank
  • India to be third largest global economy by 2030: S&P
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (18 October 2024)
  • Ocean container shipping urged to harness power of machine learning to protect supply chains
  • PSA Supply Chain Hub breaks ground at Tuas Port
  • China tops India's import source in April-Sept.

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International Transport Journal web site
OCTOBER 21, 2024
  • More pasta, oil and solar panels by rail
  • JD doubles down internationally
  • DSV expands its green fleet in Asia
  • Swissport clinches SGHA contract in Nairobi
  • Coordinating mail deliveries in Qatar
  • And the best pet shipping airlines are ...
  • Amadeus adds future-fuel ready ship to fleet
  • Global e-CMR community continues to grow
  • Curiosity of the Day
  • Henkel: the beauty of logistics
  • "HMM Opal" to connect Korea, China, and the USA
  • Monitoring pandas on voyage
  • A new president for the maritime commission

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The Loadstar web site
OCTOBER 18, 2024
  • Rates still slipping as peak season recedes and port strike threat subsides
  • A long slow road to recovery for US trucking - some operators won't make it
  • Analysis: GXO Logistics at takeover - value trap?
  • Passenger rush to attend festivals puts a strain on India's air cargo flows
  • Latam forwarders call on carriers to boost capacity so exports can flow
  • The Loadstar explains: onboard carbon capture and storage
  • As 'gift' season looms, airlines must know exactly what cargo they are carrying
  • Once more into the IPO breach with TS Lines
  • Portsmouth looks to the shortsea trades to boost volumes

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Marine Log web site
OCTOBER 18, 2024
  • Conrad Shipyard delivers first YRBM
    Conrad Shipyard reports that it has successful delivered the first of class Yard, Repair, Berthing, Messing vessel YRBM 57 to the U.S. Navy, marking a significant milestone in the shipyard's longstanding history.
  • Irish Sea green corridor initiative gets funding boost
    A green corridor initiative, aiming to establish a zero-emission Irish Sea shipping route between Holyhead, Wales, and Dublin, Ireland, has moved one step closer, getting a £122,303 (about $159,000) funding boost from

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Container News web site
OCTOBER 18, 2024
  • Container Shipping Stock Weekly Highlights
    In the ever-evolving landscape of global trade, container shipping remains a critical pillar of the economy. During the past week, key players in the sector experienced varied stock performances, reflecting the impact of ongoing economic and geopolitical factors. As rising operational costs, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical tensions continue to shape market dynamics, investors are close
  • Maersk, Hapag bosses reinforce confidence in Gemini alliance service reliability targets
    At the Xeneta Summit in Amsterdam, leaders from Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk showcased their strong commitment to the forthcoming Gemini Cooperation, emphasizing their goal to achieve 90% service reliability. This new alliance, which includes two of the five largest ocean carriers, is set to commence operations on February 1 next year, adopting a hub and spoke model for mainliner and transshipment serv
  • NOPB, Heniff celebrate US$3 million New Orleans Transloading Industrial Park
    Heniff Transportation Systems (Heniff) will manage rail transloading services at the newly opened New Orleans Transloading Industrial Park, after the signing of the agreement with the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad (NOPB). New Orleans Transloading Industrial Park is located on Terminal Road in New Orleans East and is expected to help shippers move goods more easily between trucks and trains. "W
  • Comprehensive Guide to Creating an Effective Preventive Maintenance Checklist
    Preventive maintenance (PM) is a proactive approach to maintaining equipment, systems, and facilities to prevent breakdowns and ensure optimal performance. An effective preventive maintenance checklist is essential for organizations aiming to reduce downtime, extend the lifespan of assets, and improve operational efficiency. This article provides a comprehensive guide to creating an effective pre
  • PSA breaks ground on new Supply Chain Hub in Singapore
    PSA Singapore has unveiled the PSA Supply Chain Hub @ Tuas (PSCH), a central part of its strategic expansion within Tuas Port, at its groundbreaking ceremony today (18 October). This state-of-the-art facility, scheduled to be ready by 2027, is poised to transform the logistics and supply chain landscape in Singapore. Strategically situated next to Tuas Port within the Free Trade Zone, the PSCH wi
  • Analysis of Smart Container Market: Current Value, Forecast, Characteristics, and Key Players
    Smart containers are a revolutionary advancement in the shipping sector, enhancing efficiency, security, and operational insights. Their widespread adoption depends on addressing challenges in technology integration and infrastructure improvements. With several major ocean carriers opting to develop a smart container fleet - whether by acquiring new containers or retrofitting existing ones - Cont
  • Head-to-Head: Mombasa and Dar es Salaam's Rise Amid Red Sea Turmoil
    Amid continuing severe challenges in the Red Sea, African ports, such as Dar es Salaam and Mombasa, have experienced notable gains in performance, potentially benefiting from the rerouting of shipping traffic caused by Houthi attacks. A detailed study by Container News , using a Port Performance Compound Indicator, reveals intriguing shifts in the operational capacities and strategic relevance of
  • Xenta unveils new Market Rate Outlook product at Amsterdam Summit
    Xeneta, an ocean and air freight rate benchmarking and market analytics platform, has introduced its new Market Rate Outlook product, which operates under a Machine Learning (ML) model, leveraging the 500+ million ocean freight rate datapoints in the Xeneta platform, combined with 20+ parameters such as fleet and capacity data, import and export volumes, and macroeconomic factors such as GDP, inf
  • ONE-operated vessel refloated after grounding off Isle of Wight
    A ship in Ocean Network Express (ONE) fleet ran aground while sailing from the UK's port of Southampton to the port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands on 15 October. The 2011-built 6,700 TEU ONE Maneuver became grounded on a sandbank off the Isle of Wight and got stuck on Bramble Bank shortly after departing from Southampton at about 3.50 pm UK time. In a statement sent to Container News , ONE confi
  • ONE launches new Asia-Med service
    Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced an addition to its Asia-Mediterranean network with the introduction of a new service. The Singapore-based ocean carrier will launch the Mediterranean 5 (MD5) service to enhance its direct coverage from the Mediterranean to Asia. The port rotation of the new service will be Barcelona (Spain) - (Suez/Cape of Good Hope) - Singapore - Shanghai (China). Accord
  • Konecranes takes over Peinemann Port Services and Container Handling businesses
    Finnish port equipment manufacturer Konecranes will acquire Peinemann Port Services BV and Peinemann Container Handling BV. With this move, which still requires approval from the Dutch competition authority and is expected to close in the fourth quarter of the current year, Konecranes aims to strengthen its presence in the Port Solutions field. The value of the acquisition is not being disclosed,
  • Maersk commences new feeder service between Ukraine and Egypt
    The second-largest container carrier Maersk has announced the launch of a new weekly feeder service between Ukraine's port of Chornomorsk and Egypt's Port Said. The starting date of the service was 16 October. The first vessel deployed on the rotation commenced its sailing from Port Said, and the first arrival to Chornomorsk is scheduled for 22 October. "The feeder service significantly reduces t
  • Zinus agrees with Port of Skagen for shore power unit delivery
    Zinus, a provider of shore power solutions, has announced its recent contract with Denmark's Port of Skagen to deliver two of its ZPP115 shore power units, set to be delivered early in 2025. The ZPP115 is an upgraded version of the ZPP215 model and offers easy and efficient handling of shore power cable management, catering to the diverse needs of ports and the vessels they serve. Klaus Kopelman,

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Splash web site
OCTOBER 18, 2024
  • Maersk commences Ukraine weekly feeder service
    Despite the recent decline in security across the Black Sea, Maersk, the world's second-largest containerline, has initiated a new weekly feeder service between the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk and the Danish carrier's hub port in Port Said in Egypt. The 1,702 teu A. Obelix is being deployed on the route, set to arrive in Chornomorsk ...
  • Wilson Sons sale talks heat up
    The sale of Brazilian port and maritime logistics operator Wilson Sons is pressing ahead. The company revealed receiving a letter from I Squared Capital expressing interest in a potential voluntary offer to acquire up to 100% of the company. The Miami-based infrastructure investor has not yet indicated a price per share but will decide whether ...
  • Windward Offshore partners with Stodig Ship Management to operate CSOV fleet
    Windward Offshore has formed a new joint venture with Stodig Ship Management to manage the technical and crew operations of its fleet of CSOVs. The two companies signed a memorandum of understanding for the management of their four newbuild CSOVs, currently under construction at Vard Group yards. The new partnership between Windward Offshore and Stodig ...
  • Hellenic Cables awarded New Jersey wind farm deal
    Hellenic Cables, the cables segment of Cenergy Holdings, has signed a partnership agreement with Leading Light Wind, an offshore wind project located off the coast of New Jersey to supply some of the project's inter-array cables. The cable firm will supply 65 km of 132kV inter-array cables, a part of the project's total inter-array cable ...
  • Lila Global offloads 2004-built tanker
    Dubai-based Lila Global's run rate of a ship deal a month shows no sign of slowing. The shipowning sister firm of ship recycling giant GMS has snapped up bulk carriers, tankers, and MPP vessels over the past couple of years, latterly turning to selling rather than buying. This week, it is making a rare move ...
  • Washington targets financial backer of the Houthis
    Hours after deploying stealth bombers to target Houthi weapons caches across Yemen, the US yesterday announced more sanctions designed to stymie access to capital for the militant group waging a campaign against merchant shipping in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. The department of the treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned ...
  • Asian car manufacturers prep fuel cells for shipping
    Japanese automotive giant Honda has teamed up with a British company called Hypermotive to develop a hydrogen fuel cell-based power generation tailored to marine applications. Engineered by Hypermotive and powered by Honda, the X-M1 fuel cell is ready for adoption across vessels of a wide range of duties and tonnage. Proof of concept trials are ...

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Lloyd's List web site
OCTOBER 18, 2024
  • Bull run for US imports continues, with no sign of drop-off in Los Angeles
    Peak season is over, but US container ports continue to post exceptionally strong numbers. Imports could spike due to tariff...
  • VLGCs 'playing catch-up' with propane price arbitrage as another week ends in the red
    Very large gas carriers have had a rollercoaster few months. After regaining ground in the end of September and early...
  • Daily Briefing
    Shipping splits into 'parallel universes' as global trade continues to decouple | Ofac announces more Houthi sanctions hours after US...
  • Xylas elected new chairman of Intercargo
    Dry bulk owners' association has grown impressively in recent years
  • The dark fleet is a wicked problem for marine insurance
    There is no obvious answer for the dilemmas that arise when fixed-premium providers of unknown financial standing purport to cover...
  • How bad is the crewing crisis and can shipping solve it?
    Lloyd's List markets editor Rob Willmington takes a closer look at what many in the industry are calling a crewing...
  • Rotterdam scrubber spreads hit one-year low
    High-sulphur fuel oil prices rose sharply in Rotterdam to narrow the gap between very low sulphur fuel oil, as scarce...
  • Hong Kong urged to stop obsession with port ranking and pursue green fuel hub vision
    'We don't need to be fixated on Hong Kong's port ranking anymore,' says a China Merchants shipping executive during a...
  • Mainline spot rates maintain downward trajectory
    Seasonal demand slump continues to drive down the market amid little impetus from capacity adjustments
  • Pacific Basin Shipping confident in dry bulk future for stable demand
    Pacific Basin will 'assess readiness' for ordering dual-fuel low-emission vessels
  • Ship scrapping levels lowest since 1991 as strong markets keep ageing ships in service
    Just 21 ships arrived at ship recycling centres in September, with general cargoships contributing the biggest share, according to Lloyd's...
  • EV market uncertainty leaves question marks on oil demand
    The IEA World Energy Outlook predicts the switch to electric vehicles will remove a significant chunk of oil demand, but...
  • Hull premiums fairly priced at present, argues Peter Townsend
    'I don't think they are making too much money. They're making good money,' says Miller star
  • Goldfish eyes rising demand from operators for freight financing
    Goldfish aims to grow further and extend its product to the tanker and gas sectors
  • NGOs call on UK to extend ETS to international shipping
    Green lobby groups and academics wrote an open letter to the UK Chancellor to argue the case for extending the...
  • CMA CGM leads boxship alternative fuel tonnage race
    The top three largest boxship operators account for 60% of all dual-fuel containerships ordered so far. CMA CGM leads the...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
OCTOBER 18, 2024
  • US truckload market edging closer to equilibrium following hurricanes
    The truckload spot market is cooling after a surge in rates and volume, but seasonality is expected to give it another boost as year-end holidays approach.
  • WaveBL says eBL test shows faster payments, cargo release
    The test showed that eBLs sped the transfer of documents from the exporter to the importer using the WaveBL platform as a shared ledger.
  • India's renewed protectionist policies threaten foreign liner network expansions
    The country could be on the verge of undoing legislation that abolished cabotage restrictions, saying the boost received by foreign-flag carriers has come at the expense of local shipping interests.
  • US West Coast cargo surge boosts Q3 intermodal numbers
    Frontloading of peak season cargo might have been a factor in why domestic intermodal volumes were higher-than-expected in the third quarter.
  • Savvy air cargo shippers use strategic rate, space deals to offset capacity constraints
    A year of disruption has been on-the-job training for air freight shippers that are now battle-hardened and prepared for a tough end-of-year peak season.

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TradeWinds web site
OCTOBER 18, 2024
  • Houthis claim to target Maersk-chartered Costamare ship off Oman
    Military forces have not independently confirmed targeting of vessel in Arabian Sea
  • Seacor Marine takes broker to court after charterer's bankrtupcy
    Offshore vessel owner says it should be paid some of the $13m that GOL received from the Cox Operating Chapter 11 case
  • LR2s surge 36% in four days as Middle East product fixtures show 'signs of recovery'
    Smaller LR1s also join in the rate recovery
  • The Scorpio fixture that wasn't: Someone makes big money on an STI ship, but with a twist
    New York-listed owner is not in period-cover mode, but others are tapping a strong LR2 market
  • Wavelength podcast: US and UK increase sanctions pressure on Iran and Russia
    Norden explains its position in China and futurist KD Adamson talks 'noble-isation' of shipping
  • Container freight rates slide for 12th week in succession
    Port strikes and other disruptions likely to offset influx of 3m teu in capacity, says Drewry
  • Arrest warrant issued after Greek dockworkers block Israel-bound ammunition cargo
    Protest took place at docks controlled by China Cosco Shipping
  • Singapore brokers launch new platform to bring green ship recycling deals into the digital age
    Bid For Green platform aims to modernise the way shipowners connect with cash buyers
  • Trio of laden sanctioned Russian LNG shadow ships converge in Asia
    Northern Sea Route slams shut for all but Arc7 vessels as early as ice builds up
  • Hengli Heavy's billionaire owners go for Shanghai listing through reverse takeover
    Husband and wife team Chen Jianhua and Fan Hongwei combine their Songfa Ceramics with reborn shipbuilding venture
  • Why some shipowners are staring down the barrel of insurance hikes next year
    Aon says high number of pool claims is adding pressure to increase premiums
  • Tankers International's maritime walk raises £10,000 for Mercy Ships
    VLCC pool company's staff took in London's historic sights on 15 km trek
  • Singapore Shipping Association hires logistics veteran to replace long-time chief Michael Phoon
    Industry body has been hunting for a successor since August
  • Seatrade bags $150m from sale of container ship quintet to CMA CGM
    Saade-family controlled carrier is buying five high-reefer vessels
  • Investment manager Basalt Partners kicks off new LNG shipowning venture with Celsius
    Joint venture acquires leased LNG carriers from Cosco and China Merchants
  • Titan lashes out at Shell for not choosing LNG-fuelling on newbuildings
    Dutch company says major is sending out 'strange signal' and questions its commitment to decarbonisation
  • Baltimore bridge tragedy cost coal exporter $100m, claim alleges
    Grace Ocean and Synergy complain of 'false and misleading' statements in claims against them
  • US Marine beats 11 owners to lucrative US Navy charter for product tankers
    Maritime Partners-controlled shipowner could bank up to $73m
  • Trio of laden sanctioned Russian LNG shadow ships converge together in Asia
    Northern Sea Route slams shut for all but Arc7 vessels as early as ice builds up
  • Dutch shipbroker Friday & Co hires veteran Justin Archard on its S&P desk
    Firm had 24 vessels delivered in 2023
  • Crackdown on insurance cover could see ships banned from India's ports
    Measures follow cases of vessels failing to pay premiums
  • Miner Vale extends record wind propulsion investment with rotor sails on giant chartered VLOC
    Brazilian group agrees deal for rotor sails with owner NS United
  • Ambitious Al Seer taps Chinese lessor for $80m to finance ammonia-ready MR tankers
    Abu Dhabi owner agrees deal with Bocom Financial Leasing for South Korean newbuildings
  • Bahri banks $756m in Islamic financing to fund $1bn VLCC fleet from Evangelos Marinakis
    Tanker purchase announced in August is a vital part of owner's fleet renewal
  • 'Roaring 2020s': Greek shipowners front and centre as bets placed on new and alternative sectors
    Veson Nautical's Dan Nash says huge rise in price of five-year-old PSVs explains Greek owners' newbuilding splash
  • Singapore brokers launch new platform aimed at bringing green ship recycling deals into the digital age
    Bid For Green platform aims to modernise the way shipowners connect with cash buyers
  • Maersk expansion plans mark 100 years of trade in China
    China chief says the Far East powerhouse's growth story is far from over

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American Shipper web site
OCTOBER 18, 2024
  • Azul Airlines boosts cargo capability with first A321 freighter
    Azul Airlines will soon deploy its first two Airbus A321 passenger-to-freighter aircraft.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
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
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
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
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.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
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
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
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
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
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