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Exim India web site
APRIL 22, 2024
  • JNPA takes strides towards Green Future with Zero Emission Trucking initiative
  • Global economy remains remarkably resilient: IMF
  • Escalation of conflict in the Middle East impacting container shipping
  • Shipping becoming a target is unacceptable: Joint industry letter to UN Secretary-General
  • DGFT notifies port restrictions for essential commodities export to Maldives
  • APSEZ establishes ship leasing firm at GIFT City
  • CONCOR enters into partnership with Hyundai Glovis for movement of cars from Chennai to Nepal
  • Engg goods exports up
  • Maersk enhances ME2 service between India and North Europe, ensuring shorter transit times
  • Coal imports rise to two-year high
  • Vessel seizure affecting Indian box shipping market: Report
  • Govt keeping an eye on Iran-Israel conflict impacting India's trade
  • Baltimore sues owner, operator of cargo ship involved in bridge collapse
  • LNG's global demand seen up 50 pc by 2040
  • Exports to China up 8.07 pc in FY24
  • New Colombo Port terminal likely to commence operations year-end
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (19 April 2024)

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International Transport Journal web site
APRIL 22, 2024
  • Improving network interoperability in Australia
  • Highly scalable cargo model for LCCs
  • Shifting global HQ to Singapore
  • LIS to stage eleventh telematics event
  • Seven new trucks for Dutch haulier
  • Rhenus grows in Belgium
  • A whole new leadership team
  • A new partnership in Boston
  • A freshly baked hub
  • More rail capacity to open up new markets
  • Promoting digitalisation in container shipping
  • Optimising the airfreight booking process
  • GXO names HR VP France
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Expanding in French overseas territories
  • A rapid growth in Mexico
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  • KLM flies Koalas

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The Loadstar web site
APRIL 19, 2024
  • Liners unveil Asia-Europe FAK price hikes to arrest steady rate decline
  • How crazy is this: DSV goes hostile on Expeditors or CH Robinson?
  • 'Opportunistic' takeover bid for UK Royal Mail rebuffed
  • WSC asks US court to order FMC to correct 'inconsistent' new D&D rules
  • Evergreen clients signing transpac contracts as Red Sea crisis props up rates
  • Slow steaming not the way to reduce emissions, 'check the ship's systems'
  • CNS: rumours of its demise may be premature
  • UK to again delay start of checks on EU imports
  • Six arrested a year after record heist at Toronto Airport
  • Karen Dyrskjøt Boesen set to become DFDS's new CFO

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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
    Norwegian ferry operator Torghatten Nord has awarded Myklelbust Shipyard a contract for what, it says, will be the world's two largest hydrogen powered ferries. With a length of 117 meter and a

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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
  • Major container lines jointly launch Asia - East Coast South America service
    Five of the largest ocean carriers are cooperating to introduce a new service connecting important ports in Asia with the East Coast of South America. In particular, CMA CGM, COSCO, OOCL, Evergreen and PIL will jointly launch the new service on the Asia-Latin America trade in May. The service will have two separate loops. The first loop will be operated by 12 container ships of up to 14,000 TEU c
  • 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
  • Mixed movements in global bunker indices
    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
  • CMA CGM increases rates from Asia to Mediterranean
    CMA CGM has announced increased Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates from Asia to the Mediterranean, effective from 1 to 14 May (date of loading in the origin ports) until further notice: FROM ASIA 20' 40'/40'HC WEST MEDITERRANEAN US$3,800 US$5,200 ADRIATIC US$3,900 US$5,300 EAST MEDITERRANEAN US$3,900 US$5,300 BLACK SEA US$4,000 US$5,400 ALGERIA US$5,100 US$6,800 TUNISIA US$4,600 US$6,200 LIBYA US$5,00
  • 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
APRIL 19, 2024
  • Diana Shipping charters out capesize bulker to Bohai Shipping
    New York-listed Greek bulker owner Diana Shipping has entered into a time charter contract with Bohai Shipping for one of its capesize dry bulk vessels. Bohai Shipping hired the 2013-built, 179,134 dwt bulker P. S. Palios. The gross charter rate is $27,150 per day, minus a 5% commission paid to third parties, for a period ...
  • 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 ...
  • Equinor cleared to double capacity at two UK offshore wind farms
    Norwegian energy major Equinor has received consent to double the capacity of the operational Sheringham Shoal and Dudgeon Offshore wind farms. The consent for the windfarm extension projects was awarded by the UK Secretary of State for the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero Claire Coutinho. This will double the capacity of the existing ...
  • Port of Newcastle looking to become floating wind hub
    The Port of Newcastle has revealed its intention to become an offshore wind hub and to service floating wind turbine projects in the Hunter offshore wind zone. The Australian port is owned by Macquarie's Infrastructure Fund and China Merchants Port Holdings Company. It is located adjacent to the 1,854 sq km Hunter offshore wind zone. ...
  • UK offshore wind industry reveals plan to triple supply chain
    RenewableUK, the Offshore Wind Industry Council, The Crown Estate, and Crown Estate Scotland have published a detailed Industrial Growth Plan looking to triple offshore wind manufacturing capacity over the next ten years. The UK offshore wind industry currently employs 32,000 people and each new large offshore wind farm adds £2-3bn (between $2.5bn and $3.7bn) to ...
  • Shipping on alert as Israel retaliates against Iran
    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 ...
  • New report finds 'alarming' amount of global merchant fleet still has no internet access
    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 ...
  • Japanese feeder operator goes hybrid with latest order
    A Japanese feeder line has embarked on a zero-emission boxship project. Imoto Lines, together with compatriot tech firm Marindows, is aiming to produce ships that achieves zero CO2 emissions not only during operation but also within ports and while docked. State funding has been granted for the development. Imoto intends to create a hybrid ship ...
  • 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
  • Agreement reached for 1.4m tonne US ammonia plant
    Project has been called the first 'meaningful' volume of low-carbon ammonia, with production set to start in 2028
  • Brexit checks will go ahead as planned, despite confusion
    UK port organisations expect import checks to be in place by the end of the month, pouring cold water on...
  • Russia's sanctioned ships continue trading unabated
    Sanctions are a key tool for Western governments to damage Russia's economy. The US has been actively targeting ships and...
  • China looks to lead low-carbon methanol production
    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...
  • Warnings issued to vessels as Israel strikes Iran
    Latest escalation in conflict between Iran and Israel has increased tension for shipping in the Middle East
  • Industry urges UN secretary-general to protect seafarers
    'Shipping is not a target with no victims. Innocent seafarers have been killed, seafarers are being held hostage. This would...
  • Daily Briefing
    LNG carriers would lose but VLGCs could gain in Hormuz closure scenario | Eswatini shipping registry flagged as 'false' operation...
  • Heidmar acquires Landbridge Ship Management to expand into technical management
    Under Heidmar's stewardship, the goal is to use the Hong Kong-based manager's successful history of securing long-term charters with top-tier...

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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
  • 'We'll find some deals': Shipless owner Bob Burke eyes next move after huge tanker payday
    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
  • Abu Dhabi investor linked to swoop for Danish Ship Finance's $5bn loan book
    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
  • Idan Ofer's Eastern Pacific to trial electric vessels in Singapore for crew and cargo transfers
    Tie-up hopes to provide valuable data that will pave the way for wider adoption of electric vessels
  • Cocaine and coal: Quick-thinking Precious Shipping seafarers deny entry to alleged smugglers
    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
    Shippers should lock in certainty with airtight ocean carrier contracts that ward off surcharges.

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ESPO: The EU Parliament's Budget Committee's request for more funding for transport, energy and infrastructure is welcome
Brussels
The importance of financing TEN-T networks to enable their adaptation for both military and civilian dual-use purposes was highlighted
Solidarity contribution for the families of port workers who are victims of accidents at work
Rome
It was established by the National Bilateral Port Authority
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore Division Reports Record Quarterly Revenue
Neuilly-sur-Seine
New historical peak also for the classified fleet
PSA reportedly considering selling its 20% stake in Hutchison Ports
Singapore
This is according to "Reuters", which had already floated this hypothesis at the end of 2022
Federagenti, Italy must give a sharp acceleration to the projects of ZES, free zones and Special Logistics Zones
Rome
Pessina: There is no space for reflections prey to bureaucracy
In the first quarter of this year, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -5.8%.
Rotterdam
Both disembarkation (-3.1%) and embarkation (-11.9%) loads are decreasing
Increase in container cargo is not enough for the port of Antwerp-Bruges to avoid a -4.0% decline in quarterly traffic
Antwerp
The decline in liquid bulk cargoes worsened (-19.1%)
The China Shipowners' Association considers the measures taken by the US against Chinese ships a typical example of unilateralism and protectionism
Beijing/Washington
The WSC reiterates that such measures could undermine American trade, harm U.S. manufacturers, and undermine efforts to strengthen the nation's maritime industry.
COSCO Expresses Strong Opposition to US Planned Taxes on Chinese Ships
Growing share of new entrants in European rail transport sector
Madrid
In 2023, rail freight transport performance decreased by -8%
New Chinese Ship Taxes That Will Only Raise Prices for Americans
Washington
The executive vice president of the US Chamber of Commerce denounced it
Tax amounts set for China-linked vessels arriving at US ports
Washington
Calculated on the basis of net capacity or container volume, they will be applied from October and will be progressively increased
International tender launched to award concession for new Casablanca port shipyard
Casablanca
It is the largest in Africa and has been unused since 2019
Federlogistica, the industry must stop approaching logistics only in terms of costs
Genoa
Falteri: a national control room composed of representatives of the logistics sector and industrial groups is necessary
ABB closes positive first quarter even if revenue growth is lower than expected
Zurich
Wierod: Our consolidated local-for-local approach protects us from the trade war
New global minimum wage deal for seafarers
Geneva
The level will rise to $690 from January 1, 2026 to reach $704 from 2027 and $715 from 2028.
Global trade in goods could fall by -1.5% this year
Geneva
WTO predicts. Okonjo-Iweala: Persistent uncertainty threatens to slow global growth, with serious negative consequences for the world
In 2023, around two-thirds of all goods moved in the EU were transported by sea.
Luxembourg
In the period 2013-2023, only the share of road transport increased, while that of other modes decreased.
Postal shipments of goods from Hong Kong to the US suspended
Hong Kong
Hongkong Post faces exorbitant and unreasonable tariffs due to unjustified and intimidating actions of the United States
Confitarma highlights the need for the decarbonisation strategy not to penalise shipping compared to other modes
Rome
Zanetti: also ensure that the implementation process takes into account the operational needs of the industry
Intercargo and Intertanko raise concerns over shipping decarbonisation deal
London
The complexity of the measure adopted by the IMO and the unusual procedure from which non-governmental organizations were excluded were highlighted
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
London
Sharp increase in incidents in the Singapore Straits
Interferry welcomes IMO agreement on decarbonisation of shipping, but finds strategy too complex
Victoria/Piraeus
Greek Shipowners' Association disappointed by failure to recognise essential role of transition fuels such as LNG
International Labour Organization Recognizes Seafarers as Key Workers
London
ITF and ICS: a historic moment
CMA CGM to acquire 35% of Egypt's October Dry Port
Cairo
The company operates a dry port in the industrial and logistics zone near Cairo
MSC Group's TiL to Take Full Control of Hutchison Ports Terminals
New York
Bloomberg reports this, specifying that the Panamanian terminals would be jointly managed with BlackRock
Draft regulation on decarbonisation of shipping approved by MEPC includes mandatory fuel standard and pricing of greenhouse gas emissions
London/Washington/Brussels
The establishment of a Fund to collect resources deriving from the pricing of emissions is foreseen
MIT indicates Matteo Paroli as new president of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Rome/La Spezia
The La Spezia port community also requests a name for the Eastern Liguria Port Authority
Task force of five associations for the relaunch of Italian rail cargo
Rome
Initiative by Agens, Assoferr, Assologistica, Fercargo and Fermerci
Confitarma underlines the importance of the shipping decarbonisation strategy being defined at IMO
Rome
The Italian Confederation specifies that it shares some of the USA's concerns
WSC Reiterates Trump's Measures for National Maritime Industry Are Bad for U.S. Economy
Washington
Kramek: Ready to support the administration with constructive proposals
Fincantieri and Accenture establish joint venture Fincantieri Ingenium
Trieste/Milan
The aim is to drive the digital transformation of the ship product and port logistics
Meyer Werft has delivered the new luxury cruise ship Asuka III to NYK Cruises
Papenburg/Emden
It has a capacity of 744 passengers and 470 crew members
As Trump formalizes measures to revitalize America's maritime industry, the nation's ports face a dramatic decline in traffic
Washington/Geneva
Okonjo-Iweala (WTO): With the escalation of trade tensions between the US and China, the exchange of goods between the two economies could decrease up to 80%
CK Hutchison denies allegations of breach of concession contract for Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa
Panama
Panama Ports Company emphasizes that it has complied with all legal obligations and contractual commitments
US Does Not Participate in IMO Negotiations on Shipping Decarbonization, Threatens Reciprocal Measures
London
Expressed opposition to any attempt to impose economic measures on ships based on greenhouse gas emissions or fuel choice
T&E urges MEPC to agree clear and ambitious measures to decarbonise shipping
Brussels
It is necessary - the association underlines - to set binding objectives
Meyer Yachts will build an ultra-luxury residential mega yacht for Ulyssia Residences
Miami
The ship will be 320 meters long and will be built at the Papenburg shipyard
Le Aziende informano
Il retrofit ibrido-elettrico di ABB guida i traghetti dei laghi italiani verso un futuro più sostenibile
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Helsinki/Naples
Order at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Weihai)
Viking orders two cruise ships from Fincantieri with option for two additional units
Los Angeles/Trieste
The two ships under construction in Ancona for the American brand will be the first in the world to be powered by hydrogen stored on board
Federlogistica, the possible collapse of road transport is a risk for the country
Genoa/Modena
Ruote Libere reports that the government only needs to allocate a little money to avoid having to deal with the real problems of road hauliers
Second edition of the European Maritime Transport Environmental Report published
Lisbon/Copenhagen
The new report indicates that promising progress has been made in several areas
WSC, MEPC must provide clear measures to decarbonise shipping this week
Washington
Wood-Thomas: It is not possible that these decisions can be postponed to guidelines developed in two years
Konecranes revenues increased by +7.7% in the first three months of 2025
Helsinki
343 million euros of new orders for port vehicles (+37.5%)
Kuehne+Nagel posts first quarter of growth
Schindellegi
The logistics group's net sales amounted to 6.33 billion Swiss francs (+14.9%)
Application by TDT (Grimaldi group) for the construction and management of 50% of the Terminal Darsena Europa in Livorno
Leghorn
The company has requested an extension of the duration of the current concession
In 2024, 58 million invested in the modernization of the ports of Livorno, Piombino and the island of Elba
Leghorn
The final budget and the annual report of the AdSP have been approved
EIB advice to strengthen climate resilience of the ports of Volos, Alexandroupolis and Patras
Luxembourg
It will assist port authorities in identifying and managing climate risks
In the first quarter the port of Valencia handled 1.3 million containers (+3.4%)
Valencia
Transhipment traffic decline
The Management Committee of the Central Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has unanimously approved the 2024 financial statement
Naples
SOS LOGistica will acquire the qualification of Third Sector Entity
Milan
The association currently has 74 members
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Barcelona and Algeciras decreased
Barcelona/Algeciras
Hupac transfers intermodal service with Padua to Novara
Noise
Until now the other terminal was the one in Busto Arsizio
PSA SECH has operated the first 400-meter train at Parco Ferroviario Rugna
Genoa
Capacity up to 20 pairs of trains per day
The 2024 financial statement of the Eastern Liguria Port Authority was unanimously approved
The Spice
The war clearance preparatory to the expansion of the Ravano Terminal in La Spezia is nearing completion
The Spice
The AdSP has invested over 600 thousand euros in it
Francesco Rizzo appointed president of the AdSP of the Strait
Rome
He has repeatedly denounced the uselessness of the construction of the bridge over the Strait
US aircraft attack Yemeni port of Ras Isa
Tampa/Beirut
38 dead and over a hundred injured
In 2025 Stazioni Marittime predicts an increase in ferry and cruise traffic in the port of Genoa
MIT Mobility Report Highlights Rising Demand for Both Passengers and Freight
Rome
In the first quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports decreased by -5.6%
St. Petersburg
Both dry goods (-5.3%) and liquid bulk (-5.8%) are decreasing
Andrea Giachero confirmed as president of Spediporto
Genoa
The board of directors of the association of Genoese freight forwarders has also been renewed for the three-year period 2025-2028
Study for monitoring vehicular traffic in the ports of Venice and Chioggia
Milan
Order awarded to Circle and Arelogik
In Italy, the rail freight transport sector is in deep trouble
Geneva
Fermerci calls for making traffic incentives structural and increasing and for refinancing the incentive for the purchase of locomotives and wagons
Global Maritime Forum report on optimising ship calls to reduce emissions
Copenhagen
Virtual arrival and just-in-time arrival approaches proposed
In the first quarter of this year, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +15.5%
Joy Taurus
Construction of the "Dockworker’s House" has begun
GNV has taken delivery of the second of four new ro-pax vessels in China
Genoa
"GNV Orion" will be able to accommodate 1,700 passengers and transport up to 3,080 linear metres of cargo
After ten quarters of decline, container traffic in the port of Hong Kong returns to growth
Hong Kong
In the first three months of this year 3.39 million TEUs were handled (+2.1%)
Fincantieri acquires stake in WSense
Rome
The ninth FREMM unit "Spartaco Schergat" delivered to the Italian Navy
The new edition of the Practical Manual of Maritime Traffic has been presented
Genoa
Written by Assagenti, it turns fifty
Container traffic at the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles increased by 26.6% and 5.2% in the first quarter
Long Beach/Los Angeles
Trump's tariffs impact imminent
In the first three months of 2025, the port of Singapore handled 10.5 million containers (+5.8%)
Singapore
In weight, containerized traffic recorded a decrease of -1.4%
Regulations signed for LNG bunkering at Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa
Genoa
Define the methods of transferring fuel from ship to ship
Historic shipbuilding brands Uljanik and 3.Maj on the verge of extinction
Zagreb
The State confirms its intention to sell the shipbuilding activities at the two sites of Pula and Rijeka
Cambiaso Risso has completed the acquisition of the French Somecassur
Genoa
The transalpine company specializes in the insurance of super and mega yachts
New weekly train service between the port of Gioia Tauro and Verona
Joy Taurus/Verona
Operated by Medlog for the transport of refrigerated goods
EBRD looking for strategic partner for development of Moldovan river port of Giurgiulesti
London
International competition launched
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Turkish ports set new first-quarter cargo traffic record
Ankara
Historic peak of cargo imported from abroad
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +37.6%
Taranto
Increase of 854 thousand tons of solid bulk and 265 thousand tons of conventional goods
DEME buys Havfram, a company that installs offshore wind farms
Second Right/Washington
Transaction worth approximately 900 million euros
Rail transport of convoys for Rome Metro started from Reggio Calabria
Rome
Contract awarded by Hitachi Rail to Mercitalia Rail
In 2024, the volumes handled by Magli Intermodal Service decreased by -2%
Rezzato
Turnover stable
Yang Ming records first decline in turnover in March after 14 months of growth
Keelung/Taipei
Evergreen and WHL revenue growth continues
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of Germany's Schenker by Denmark's DSV
Brussels
The impact on competition in the markets in which the two companies operate is considered limited
Fincantieri - Kayo Agreement to Promote the Development of the Shipbuilding and Naval Industry in Albania
Trieste
Possible creation of a hub for shipbuilding and refitting in the region
Recent slight reduction in logistics costs for new factory vehicles
Brussels
Montaresi (AdSP Liguria Orientale) awarded with the "Port Oscar"
Miami
The event has reached its eighteenth edition
In the first three months of 2025, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +9.3%
Hong Kong
Revenues up +16.8%
The AdSP of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas wins in appeal against Zen Yacht
Joy Taurus
Company ordered to pay back rent
A large shipment of cocaine was seized in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
Two tons of drugs identified by Customs and Financial Police personnel
Navantia renews agreement with American cruise group Royal Caribbean
Miami
To date, the Cadiz shipyard has carried out maintenance, repair and refurbishment work on 45 of the group's ships.
Record cruise traffic expected in Italian ports this year
Miami
Cemar believes that growth will not stop even in 2026
HII-HHI Agreement to Accelerate US and South Korean Naval Production
National Harbor
The aim is to strengthen the naval industrial base of the two nations.
Panama Ports Company Accused of Violating Terms of Concession Agreement
Panama
Panama's Auditor General announced the filing of criminal charges
Colombo West International Terminal has become operational
Ahmedabad
It has a traffic capacity of 3.2 million TEUs
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
The new multifunctional border control structure PCF - PED/PDI Point completed in the port of Gioia Tauro
Joy Taurus
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
MSC Group's new cruise terminal inaugurated in Miami
Miami
It can accommodate three large ships at the same time
In February, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +2.1%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo increases, miscellaneous cargo declines
In 2024, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane recorded a net loss of -208 million euros
Rome
Revenues up by +11.7%. The group's freight transported increased thanks to the acquisition of Exploris
Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
Conference to celebrate the centenary of the company
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
VARD to build offshore dive vessel for Dong Fang Offshore
Alesund/Trieste
The contract is worth 113.5 million euros
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
It will take place at the headquarters of the Port Authority of Genoa
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Next week Italian ports will participate in Seatrade Cruise Global
Rome
Initiative brand: "CruiseItaly - One Country, Many Destinations"
MSC Group Cruise Terminal Officially Inaugurated in the Port of Barcelona
Barcelona
In 2027 it will be equipped with a cold ironing plant
Marcegaglia and Nova Marine Carriers form NovaMar Logistic joint venture
Lugano/Gazoldo of the Ippoliti
A general cargo ship will transport raw materials to the steel group's plants
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Introduced most of the innovative technologies currently available
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
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