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Exim India web site
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International Transport Journal web site
APRIL 22, 2024
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APRIL 19, 2024
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Marine Log web site
APRIL 19, 2024
  • Canada steeply increases the size of maritime penalties
    The size of monetary penalties for violations under the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 has been increased by a whopping-tenfold: from a maximum of CAD 25,000 to a new maximum of CAD 250,000
  • Norway's Torghatten Nord orders world's largest hydrogen powered ferries
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Container News web site
APRIL 19, 2024
  • Port Houston exceeds 1 million TEU mark in first three months of 2024
    In the first quarter of 2024, Port Houston experienced a significant surge in container volumes. From January to March, the US port handled 1,069,917 TEUs, marking a 15% increase compared to the same period last year. March, in particular, witnessed remarkable container volumes at Port Houston, reaching 360,991 TEUs, a notable 20% rise compared to March 2023, making it the port's busiest March on
  • Ulsan Port, Pacific Environment sign decarbonization deal
    During Singapore Maritime Week, the Ulsan Port Authority (UPA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Pacific Environment (PE), an international environmental organization, to accelerate the transition of shipping ports into eco-friendly facilities. The agreement signing took place at UPA's 'Shipping Port Decarbonization Networking Reception' on 17 April. The reception attracted over 32
  • Seoul earmarks US$2.5 billion to boost vessel capacity of smaller box lines
    As part of plans to grow the locally owned container shipping fleet, the South Korean government will set aside around US$2.5 billion to increase the fleets of SM Line and other South Korean feeder operators by 100,000 TEUs. The kitty is targeted at SM Merchant Marine, commonly known as SM Line, Sinokor Merchant Marine, Korea Marine Transport Company (KMTC Line), Pan Ocean, CK Line, Namsung Shipp
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  • European and US ports feel the squeeze in volatile market
    The shifting sands of economic activity are being mirrored in the development of the ports industry with terminals in emerging economies beginning to rise in the rankings as regional ports become more important. Alphaliner's annual list of top 30 ports has seen Dubai replace Rotterdam in the top ten , an event that owes more to Rotterdam's declining volumes than Dubai's growth, while Tanger Med h
  • Freightify appoints new senior vice president of Enterprise Product & Professional Services
    Freightify, the Singapore-based software-as-a-service company, announced the appointment of Claus-Robert Heinze as the new senior vice president of Enterprise Product & Professional Services. With a firm commitment to advancing infrastructure and innovative freight tools, Freightify is excited to welcome Claus-Robert Heinze to spearhead the delivery of intuitive solutions to global freight forwar
  • Study reveals opportunities along green shipping corridor between Singapore and California
    One year after the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed to establish a Green and Digital Shipping Corridor, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach have concluded a comprehensive baselining study. This study projects an increase in green jobs, improvements in local community health, and economic benefits for participating countries. It al
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    During the 16th week of the year, the Marine Bunker Exchange (MABUX) global indices displayed mixed dynamics without a clear trend. The 380 HSFO index increased by US$2.83 to US$552.14/MT. The VLSFO index declined by US$1.88, registering US$694.83/MT, consistently remaining below the US$700 mark. Meanwhile, the MGO index decreased by US$11.06 to US$895.42/MT, falling below the US$900 mark. "At th
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  • Gebrüder Weiss establishes new logistics center in Germany
    On 18 April, Bavaria's Minister-President Dr. Markus Söder inaugurated the new branch of Gebrüder Weiss in Straubing, Germany on "Logistics Day", an annual event where the nationwide industry opens its doors. He hailed Gebrüder Weiss' US$15 million investment in Straubing as a beacon of hope amidst what he described as challenges faced by truck logistics in Germany. Dr. Söder expressed concerns o
  • Stormy weather sends Middle East supply chains out of whack
    Days of bitterly unusual weather across the Persian Gulf region have sparked serious concerns for ocean and air freight stakeholders, dealing another blow to supply chains already caught up in worsening geopolitical setbacks after the Iran-Israel faceoff. Cargo agents and other shipping industry sources in Dubai have reported significant cargo delays and backlogs, which they believe could take up
  • Bridge Quality in the U.S.
    In the early morning hours of March 26, 2024, the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland collapsed. Named after the author of the Star Spangled Banner, this bridge, also known as the Key Bridge, had been standing strong since 1977. While the bridge collapse occurred due to a cargo ship losing power and crashing into one of its main beams, the tragedy still brings about concerns regarding
  • AD Ports Group partners with ADNOC Distribution for marine lubricants
    AD Ports Group has announced its Ports Cluster's expansion into the global distribution of marine lubricants. This decision follows a strategic partnership with ADNOC Distribution, a leading manufacturer of marine and automotive lubricants in the UAE. "This agreement will see two major global corporations, with vast expertise in their respective fields, creating new opportunities within the marin

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Splash web site
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  • Diana Shipping charters out capesize bulker to Bohai Shipping
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  • Ontario Shipyards shuts Thunder Bay yard
    Canadian ship repair and construction firm on the Great Lakes has halted work at its facility in Thunder Bay. Operations at the site have been temporarily idled largely due to a slow market and the availability of skilled workers, the company told local media. The yard struck a deal in 2020 to build blocks for ...
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    Israel launched an attack on Iran on Friday, sparking concerns about the conflict escalating further across the seas of the Middle East. Iranian state media reported that air defence batteries had been activated against unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) after reports of explosions near a major airbase close to the city of Isfahan. Maritime security experts ...
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    As much as 13% of the global merchant fleet has no internet access, a new survey has found. Idwal, a British ship inspection company, has just launched a social impact report, which draws on data from more than 13,0000 vessel inspections over a 17-month period through to September last year, providing unprecedented transparency into the ...
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  • Three approaches to making shipping transactions more digital
    Torgeir Willumsen, resident partner at Simonsen Vogt Wiig in Singapore and founder of Assentiri, with some advice for shipping on the industry's digital path. Earlier this month I discussed some key obstacles to digitalising shipping transactions: the complexity of the shipping industry, the human element and security concerns. These are all valid reasons for why ...
  • NYK unveils scraping robot
    The Japanese are leading the charge to get robots working on ships at sea. Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) with a number of other local companies has just conducted a trial of a remote-controlled robot that scrapes wood chips in the hold of a wood-chip carrier. NYK said in a release the new scraping robot aims ...

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Lloyd's List web site
APRIL 19, 2024
  • Carbon transport hangs in balance amid CO2 capture setbacks
    Low carbon prices and a lack of mature projects are holding back carbon transport, as projects have been slow to...
  • Lloyd's List Outlook Forum told of tectonic shifts in supply chain and trading flows
    The unfolding events in the Middle East are capturing everyone's attention, but bigger changes may still lie ahead
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    Project has been called the first 'meaningful' volume of low-carbon ammonia, with production set to start in 2028
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    UK port organisations expect import checks to be in place by the end of the month, pouring cold water on...
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    Sanctions are a key tool for Western governments to damage Russia's economy. The US has been actively targeting ships and...
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    The Methanol Institute expects global production of low-carbon methanol to reach 6.8m tonnes at the end of 2025
  • Gulf crisis yet to affect container spot rates
    The Middle East Gulf remains open for shipping, despite the seizure of MSC Aries. But any further escalation could have...
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    Latest escalation in conflict between Iran and Israel has increased tension for shipping in the Middle East
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The Journal of Commerce web site
APRIL 19, 2024
  • Warehousing demand in Southern California lagging import surge, for now
    Warehouse vacancy rates are still rising in Southern California due to what Prologis says is a long correction, but a wave of imports may change that.
  • Norfolk Southern makes final push to thwart activist investor
    The railroad and Ancora Holdings have been trading barbs ahead of a May 9 vote by shareholders that could see Ancora oust the railroad's top executives.
  • Cautious shippers navigate post-pandemic landscape of visibility data tools
    The primary dilemma for shippers is whether to source visibility data or applications from a standalone vendor or to expect it to be included in a bundle from a third-party logistics provider.
  • Supply-demand disruption continues to elevate South Asia air cargo rates
    Given the huge volumes involved in ocean freight, even a small percentage shift in transport mode from South Asia shippers is enough to keep air cargo demand and rates buoyant.
  • Ocean carriers seek clarity on D&D billing to truckers under new FMC rules
    The World Shipping Council said the Federal Maritime Commission's new rule on detention and demurrage is creating "substantial confusion and uncertainty."

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TradeWinds web site
APRIL 19, 2024
  • Jean-Baptiste Choimet named new CEO of GTT as Berterottiere becomes chairman
    After 15 years, Philippe Berterottiere hands over reins of major LNG technology provider as he steps up to lead board
  • Editor's selection: Middle East at melting point and VLCC investor appetite cooling
    These are the big shipping stories making headlines this week
  • 'Very favourable' Nordic market tempts Yinson into a debut $500m bond issue
    Company will apply for the bond to be listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange
  • Bosses plotting more orders at US start-up Kalypso Offshore
    New York company says it wants to expand owning and management operations after revealing plan for first cable-layer
  • Pacific Basin Shipping kick-starts $40m share buyback scheme
    Owner-operator's freight earnings during the first quarter were weaker than last year
  • Tributes pour in as 'irreplaceable' shipping lawyer Julian Clark dies
    Former CJC, Hill Dickinson, Ince and Gard maritime expert was given terminal cancer diagnosis in November
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    Connecticut-based market veteran talks about buying, selling and one other option Ridgebury Tankers considered
  • Mystery shipping donor auctions exclusive fishing trip for Ukraine charity
    Proceeds will go towards the home in Gdansk for displaced children and families
  • Lloyd's refuses $426m Nord Stream blast claim over war clause
    Responsibility for the 2022 attack remains unclear after Danish and Swedish investigators close probes
  • NYK cancels shares worth $1.32bn after mammoth buyback spree
    Cash-rich Japanese giant boosts value for shareholders
  • Principles over profit: Why specialist P&I provider turned down $50m in business
    Shipowners' Club CEO Simon Peacock says declined business reflected growing membership and tonnage
  • Former DEME bosses plotting more orders at US start-up Kalypso Offshore
    New York company says it wants to expand owning and management operations after revealing plan for first cable-layer
  • CMA CGM sells ageing container ship to make room for next generation of newbuildings
    French company also agrees to sell part of Bollore Logistics' overseas activities
  • Wavelength podcast: Genco boardroom brawl and geopolitical tensions
    Featuring: Wobensmith on Economou, cargo owners sign to pay extra for shipping, fears of shipowners as global tensions rise
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    Financier staying tight-lipped as Danish report claims Mubadala Investment plotting takeover
  • Shipping demands UN bolster military protection after Iran ship snatch
    Key players bemoan the lack of global outrage over the fate of seafarers
  • Danaos Corp fixes $450m of finance for new eco container ships
    Greek owner taps four major banks to secure post-delivery funds for eight vessels
  • Grieg Maritime Group elects two new directors as Eureka Shipping CEO exits
    Espen Gjerde from Wilhelmsen and Akastor's Paal Espen Johnsen join board
  • Hoegh LNG logs CO2 emissions rise for 2023 as FSRUs pressed into service
    Company declares itself 'steadfast' on reduction targets and is also taking taking new steps on methane slip
  • World's first ammonia dual-fuel aframax tankers ordered by MISC shipping arm AET
    Newbuildings are time chartered to Petronas division PETCO Trading Labuan and will be built by Dalian Shipbuilding
  • 'Kabuki theatre' engagement and 'name-calling': Standoff simmers between George Economou and Genco
    Greek tycoon pens another message to Genco shareholders and receives abrupt response
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    Tie-up hopes to provide valuable data that will pave the way for wider adoption of electric vessels
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    Three men arrested after discovery on handysize bringing in coal from Colombia
  • DFDS hires new finance chief from renewable-energy company to drive green transition
    Karen Dyrskjot Boesen will replace Karina Deacon on 1 July
  • Second Spanish region scraps plan to bring in water on tankers to ease drought
    Catalan government to use desalination plants to address supply needs
  • Chandris joins Greek newbuilding rush with product tanker order
    Traditional Piraeus player books LR2s at Guangzhou Shipyard after clearing out older crude carriers
  • Grieg Maritime Group elects two new board directors as Eureka Shipping CEO exits
    Espen Gjerde from Wilhelmsen and Paal Espen Johnsen from Akastor join the board
  • Shipping warned of fresh drone threats following suspected Israeli retaliation against Iran
    Impact on oil markets could be muted after apparent low-level drone operations against Iran
  • Singapore's FSL Trust could sell product tankers as charters expire
    Shipowner quizzed over strategy at AGM
  • Heidmar enters technical management through Hong Kong VLCC outfit
    Landbridge Ship Management becomes part of Pankaj Khanna-led company
  • Greek broker Optima Shipping Services says a big 'kalimera' to Singapore with opening of new office
    S&P broking giant wants to link the world's leading maritime city with the biggest shipowning nation
  • Singapore seeks estimates of freight and insurance costs to import ammonia
    MPA has identified eight potential global sources
  • 'Breaking decarbonisation deadlock starts with small steps,' Shell's Karrie Trauth tells Singapore
    Digital data and alternative fuels can help to decarbonise shipping

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American Shipper web site
APRIL 19, 2024
  • Ship we don't talk about - contracts edition
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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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