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Exim India web site
AUGUST 22, 2024
  • NYK inks agreement for marine transport of green ammonia from India to Japan
  • Allcargo Gati strengthens its services to boost Brass City's MSME growth
  • DPA & BPCL explore options for setting up LPG import facility
  • Container seal a fundamental tool in assuring integrity of global cargo transportation, should not be ignored: Report
  • CMA CGM RRI from Latin America to India
  • CBDT issues clarification on income-tax clearance certificate, says it is factually incorrect that all Indian citizens must obtain certificate before leaving country
  • Steel industry wants export tariffs on low-grade iron ore, pellets
  • Advantages of proposed Galathea Bay International Container Transhipment Port highlighted
  • Zero Emission Trucking (ZET) Policy Advisory launched
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International Transport Journal web site
AUGUST 22, 2024
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  • 25 Isuzus to join London fleet
  • Logistec picks chief strategy officer
  • A timeline for full scrubber discharge ban
  • Linking the Middle East with China
  • Watco expands in New York area
  • New duo at the top
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The Loadstar web site
AUGUST 21, 2024
  • Forwarders scramble for alternatives as Canadian rail strike looks set
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  • Shipping alliance shake-up will make waves during new contract season
  • 'Toxic' boxes taken off Maersk-chartered ships for return to origin
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Marine Log web site
AUGUST 21, 2024
  • Silver Ships conducts training with new Montenegrin Navy response boats
    Silver Ships, a manufacturer of workboats, has recently completed reactivation and crew familiarization training on four Coastal Fast Response Boats (CFRBs) delivered to the Montenegrin Navy. The training spanned two weeks and
  • Construction underway for future home of MSC Seascape cruise ship
    Construction is underway at the Port of Galveston to convert an existing cargo warehouse into the port's fourth cruise terminal. The $151 million cruise complex at Pier 16 will include a 165,000-square-foot
  • Fatigue factor in towboat pier allision says NTSB
    The pilot of a towboat that hit a pier near Saint Rose, La., last year had fallen asleep, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said August 21. The pilot of the M/V

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Container News web site
AUGUST 21, 2024
  • ClassNK grants world's first MRS accreditation to ammonia-fuelled gas carrier
    ClassNK will grant the world's first accreditation for "Machinery Room Safety for Ammonia" (MRS) to the ammonia-fueled medium gas carrier (AFMGC) currently being developed by a consortium that includes Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) and Nihon Shipyard (NSY). The MRS classification notation signifies that a ship is equipped with exceptional safety measures for ammonia in its machinery room, e
  • LR and CORE POWER to study next-gen nuclear container ship rules
    Lloyd's Register (LR) and CORE POWER have initiated a joint regulatory assessment study to explore the safety and regulatory requirements for a next-generation nuclear-powered feeder container ship to operate in a European port. This study focused on the feasibility and necessary frameworks for utilizing a fourth-generation reactor known for its high inherent safety. Following initial planning ef
  • MSC's market share now nearly 20%, Maersk under pressure
    MSC now has a market share of nearly 20% in the container the shipping industry, an all-time high for any liner operator. According to Alphaliner, MSC has added at least 400,000 TEUs to its fleet so far this year. The Swiss-Italian market leader's share of the operated fleet rose to 19.8% at the end of July, marking the highest-ever figure recorded by a carrier. Only Maersk Line, which MSC surpas
  • Sea-Intelligence reports retailer inventories surging above trend
    "In our Press Release on 8 August, we mentioned how US consumer spending data did not support the notion of a sudden US spending boom, and that the spike in Transpacific volumes in May and June 2024 was likely driven by a front-loading of imports," stated Alan Murphy, CEO of Sea-Intelligence. Recent June 2024 US inventory data from the US Census Bureau further supports this view. The data reveals
  • Yang Ming declares general average after YM Mobility fire at Ningbo Port
    On 9 August 2024, a fire occurred near the bow of the YM Mobility at the Port of Ningbo. In response, Yang Ming declared General Average on 18 August 2024, to protect the common interests of the vessel, cargo owners, and all parties involved. The port authorities and local fire services at the Port of Ningbo responded promptly, taking immediate action and providing professional guidance. As of th
  • Osaka Gas joins SEA-LNG coalition
    Osaka Gas, a leading utility company based in Japan, has joined the SEA-LNG coalition, further expanding SEA-LNG's global influence and expertise across the LNG value chain. Osaka Gas is also working to increase the share of renewables in its power generation portfolio. The company is collaborating with other major international firms to support the creation of a global coalition dedicated to ele
  • CMA CGM updates PSS for US East Coast and Gulf routes
    CMA CGM informs its customers of the following Peak Season Surcharge (PSS04) update: Effective 16 August 2024 (gate-in date) until further notice, a PSS of US$1,000 per unit will be applied to all cargo types originating from the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East Gulf, Red Sea, and Egypt, destined for the US East Coast and US Gulf. If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeare
  • project44 data: Europe Ocean Peak Season Trends 2024
    The ocean peak season marks a crucial annual event for companies preparing to import freight ahead of the holiday shopping period. Traditionally spanning from August to October, this period has, in recent years, begun as early as June. This shift results from several factors, including more advanced planning and ordering processes to smooth supply chains, past delays due to COVID-19-related disru
  • APMT bets on terminal development in Pakistan as subcontinent trade expands
    Growing trade volumes out of the Indian subcontinent amid the trade diversification in Asia are driving global maritime investors to pour more money into the market. Maersk subsidiary APM Terminals is weighing options to build a terminal presence in Pakistan to tap the potential. "Pakistan is strategically important for us with its strong appetite for growth and for the role the country plays in
  • TS Lines in renewed drive towards long-haul routes
    Taiwanese intra-Asia carrier TS Lines has ambitions of expanding further into long-haul routes. On 13 August, TS Lines launched a standalone Asia-US West Coast express service, AWC2, just over a month after returning to the transpacific lane through a joint AWC service with Dubai-based SeaLead Shipping. AWC2, connecting Guangzhou, Xiamen, Busan and Long Beach, was launched with the 1,800 TEU TS B

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Splash web site
AUGUST 21, 2024
  • Odfjell signs for newbuild duo
    Norwegian chemical tanker owner and operator Odfjell is boosting its fleet with two additional newbuild vessels via long-term charter deals. The Oslo-listed company said in its second quarter earnings report it expects the delivery in 2027 and 2028. The move will leave Odfjell with a total of 17 vessels on order, including owned and time-chartered ...
  • Tomini turns to in-house management
    Tomini has begun the process of bringing the management of its vessels in-house. The Dubai-based dry bulk shipowner has scrapped its commercial management agreement with Denmark's Alpina Chartering and expects the shift of vessels to the new management structure to take place over the coming year. The deal between the two companies stretched over 40 ...
  • NYK to transport green ammonia from India to Japan
    Japanese shipping line Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) has reached a basic agreement with three other partners for the marine transport of green ammonia to Japan. NYK partnered with Kyushu Electric Power Company, Sojitz Corporation, and a wholly owned subsidiary of Sembcorp Industries, Sembcorp Green Hydrogen. Sembcorp will be in charge of producing competitively priced green ...
  • Third Delta Tankers vessel comes under fire from the Houthis
    Greece's Delta Tankers' refusal to avoid the Red Sea has seen a third ship in its fleet come under attack today, the first confirmed Houthi strikes in eight days. According to security firm Vanguard, the tanker Sounion, owned and managed by Delta Tankers, was attacked 77 nautical miles west of Hodeidah, Yemen, in the early ...
  • Fredriksen's Northern Ocean gets new CEO
    John Fredriksen's offshore drilling rig owner Northern Ocean has appointed Arne Jacobsen as its new chief executive, following the exit of Scott McReaken earlier this year. Jacobsen was previously CEO of Orion, a joint venture between Hayfin Capital and Swiss-based offshore drilling giant Transocean. Before joining Hayfin Capital, Jacobsen held leading positions in Songa Offshore ...
  • Economou takes Performace Shipping case to the Marshall Islands after US dismissal
    George Economou has launched a lawsuit in the high court of the Marshall Islands against directors and insiders of US-listed tanker owner Performance Shipping after his case was dismissed in the US. Last October, the Greek shipping magnate, who owns more than 100 vessels, sued Performance's top executives in the New York Supreme Court, claiming ...
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    Utility company Eversource Energy has been awarded an $89m grant for its Huntsbrook Offshore Wind Hub project in Montville, in the southeast part of Connecticut. The grant was awarded in the second round of the US Department of Energy's (DOE) Grid Innovation Program. The Huntsbrook OSW Hub proposal was included in the Power Up New ...
  • New Saudi liner buys first vessel
    Folk Maritime, a recently established Saudi liner, is being linked to its first vessel purchase. Previously using chartered in tonnage for its three services, brokers now report Folk Maritime has bought the 2023-built Vega Daytona from Germany's Vega Rederei, paying $33m for the 1,868 teu ship that delivered last year from Zhejiang Yangfan in China. ...
  • BP hands out engineering contract for Kaskida topsides
    Houston-based Audubon Engineering has been awarded a contract for BP's Kaskida project in the US Gulf of Mexico. The company will complete topside engineering and design of the Kaskida floating production unit (FPU). According to Audubon, its design philosophies will allow for a faster cycle time and will use experience from previous projects such as ...
  • Blystad's Songa Box acquires two ships from CMB
    Arne Blystad-backed Songa Box has gone to the Saverys family to expand. Alphaliner is reporting Songa Box has bought two 2,592 teu class ships from Compagnie Maritime Berge (CMB), the Santa Marta Express and the Puerto Limon Express, paying around $46m for the pair, which are currently on charter to Hapag-Lloyd. The ships were built ...
  • Grounded vessel on South Africa's west coast tears further into pieces
    More than 200 people are being drawn in to ramp up the clean-up of oil from the grounded Ultra Galaxy general cargo vessel after the last few days' wintry and stormy weather on South Africa's west coast teared the wreck further into pieces. The South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) gave an update yesterday, saying ...
  • Grounded oil barge refloated off Tobago
    More than six months after it grounded, spewing oil into the Caribbean, the Gulfstream barge has been refloated with a dive team now assessing the overturned vessel before it is towed away from Cove in Tobago to Port of Spain in Trinidad. The government of Trinidad & Tobago has yet to officially pinpoint the blame ...
  • Wind-assisted propulsion nears 'tipping point' for rapid adoption
    The application of wind-assisted propulsion systems (WAPSs) across a variety of vessel types is nearing a "tipping point" with deployment likely to increase rapidly, according to a new study from Lloyd's Register. The British classification society is warning however that the lack of standardisation for verifying fuel savings and concerns about equipment availability need to ...
  • Bulk carrier crew quarantined in Argentina over suspected mpox case
    Argentine authorities have quarantined a dry bulk vessel in the Parana River over a suspected case of mpox onboard. The ship was near the port of Rosario when it alerted authorities that "one of its crew members of Indian nationality showed cyst-like skin lesions predominantly on the chest and face," the health ministry said in ...

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Lloyd's List web site
AUGUST 21, 2024
  • Shipowners still adding more scrubbers, via newbuildings not retrofits
    The spread between very low sulphur fuel oil and high sulphur fuel oil has sunk back from earlier peaks, raising...
  • Houthis target former Eagle Bulk supramax in second attack on Wednesday
    Hours after hitting Greece-flagged tanker Sounion, Iran-backed Houthis launched attacks on Panama-flagged bulker SW North Wind I, which US-based Eagle...
  • MSC linked to trio of secondhand boxships buys
    World's largest operator of containerships is said to have purchased a fourth Evergreen 'U-type' post-panamax and a pair of 4,600...
  • Israel touts 'super effective' Iron Dome to assuage concerns of port safety as volumes fall
    Israeli authorities are seeking to reassure the shipping community that its ports are safe despite the ongoing war, as the...
  • What's holding back e-fuels?
    E-fuel production could hinge on the US' $369bn Inflation Reduction Act, as companies are facing serious challenges to build viable...
  • Royal Fleet Auxiliary to strike again after 'historic' walk out in August
    RFA officers have been taking action short of a strike since June 1 and walked out for the first time...
  • Onboard carbon capture no more than a 'transitory' fix
    Jesse Fahnestock of the Global Maritime Forum is sceptical of onboard carbon capture in the long term. DNV believes the...
  • Marine mutuals can be insurers of choice for offshore green hydrogen, London Club insists
    No historic data, but pricing a new vessel type will be pretty much like pricing any other gas carrier, argues...
  • Vessel quarantined in Argentina with suspected mpox case
    The bulk carrier notified local health authorities that a crewmember had become unwell with symptoms in line with mpox, which...
  • EU shipbuilding strategy advancing as Europe boosts industrial policies to counteract Chinese might
    China's dominance of global shipbuilding is a risk for shipowners that are dependent on Chinese shipyards and finance should China...
  • AAL launches monthly heavylift Europe-to-Asia liner service
    The service is the latest to be added to AAL's schedules, which also includes a Europe-Middle East-India liner pendulum service...
  • Türkiye awards funding to methanol dual-fuel newbuildings
    Funding is part of a scrap-and-build scheme that Türkiye expanded to larger vessels in 2024
  • Third Delta Tankers' vessel attacked in Red Sea this month
    Delta Tankers-owned Delta Blue and Delta Atlantica were both attacked in the Red Sea by small craft as well as...
  • Chinese crane maker ZPMC shelves $700m capital raising
    ZPMC's equipment was alleged to be a cybersecurity risk to the US earlier this year
  • South Korean yards duel with double-edged sword of high utilisation rates
    Management and labour must reach detente in their tug-of-war over wage increases and improved benefits if they are both to...
  • Daily Briefing
    Lloyd's-backed Maritime Mutual revealed as insurer of Iran-linked tanker Ceres I | Chief executive in sudden departure at Royal Institution...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
AUGUST 21, 2024
  • Canadian ports, liner operators bracing for rail strike impact
    Canada's western ports have little capacity to handle idled intermodal cargo should railroad workers strike, but eastern ports have more space to manage any delays.
  • Refurbishments, new projects driving Gulf of Mexico wind cargo uptick
    Ports along the US Gulf are beefing up infrastructure, equipment, capacity and dock strength to handle king-sized onshore turbines.
  • Asia-Europe ocean market seasonality 'kicking in': BCO network
    Many European shippers are locked into the peak season that will extend the high volume of Asian imports through the third quarter despite the early movement of orders to mitigate disruption from the longer Red Sea routing.
  • India-US carriers drop August rate hike plans as market begins to resettle
    As competitive pressures build from a capacity boost on the trade lane, carriers are said to be extending significantly lower rates to their select customers, generally with a validity of one or two weeks.

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TradeWinds web site
AUGUST 21, 2024
  • No jurisdiction: New York court throws out Economou's Performance Shipping lawsuit
    Court dismisses shareholder-activist allegations without getting to the merits
  • Owners squeeze charterers as 'flurry of activity' drives VLGC spot rates spike
    Rates likely to climb further as seasonal peak approaches
  • 'It's like a mini-UN in shipping': Owners adjust to new era as 'old economies' decline
    China and India are on the rise, owners said at ShipCon on Wednesday
  • Sanctioned Novatek ship crosses Northern Sea Route
    As mystery swirls over sanctioned Hanwha LNG newbuilding
  • Russian LNG carrier shadow fleet snaps up first newbuilding
    A new Indian-based ship management company is moving into frame for group of vessels
  • 'Explosions' near ship as Houthis target second ship on same day
    Unnamed vessel and crew were unharmed in the incident
  • Fire-hit Greek tanker adrift in Red Sea after Houthis launch sustained attack
    Delta Tankers ship lost power after being hit by a series of projectiles this morning
  • Sanctions-hit Sovcomflot tankers load oil for first time as Russian owner swerves restrictions
    Aim of delivering oil cargoes to Asian markets is seen as a test of the strength of Western sanctions regimes
  • Phone almost rang off the hook as shipping investors woke up to future fuel plays, top banker says
    Turner Holm told conference that the investor interest is there to fund shipping's green transition
  • Fire-ravaged Greek tanker adrift in Red Sea after Houthis launch sustained attack
    Delta Tankers ship lost power after being hit by a series of projectiles this morning
  • Clarksons investment banker: Phone almost rang off the hook for green ammonia project
    Turner Holm told conference that the investor interest is there to fund shipping's green transition
  • Odfjell adds two tankers to beef up newbuilding orderbook
    Chemical tanker specialist says newbuildings are set for delivery in 2027 and 2028
  • Product tanker newbuilding orders pile up at second highest rate on record
    Contracting hits 18-year high as major players build their fleets
  • Global conflict has silver linings for shipping, whether we like it or not
    Conflicts create opportunities, but there are still big risks for the industry
  • Christen Sveaas' Kistefos profits from Western Bulk Chartering and Viking Supply Ships upturn
    Western Bulk 'has a clear market view into the second half of the year'
  • Multiple UK oil price cap probes yet to yield single fine despite fears of regular sanctions busting
    UK sanctions enforcement unit has not imposed any fines for British-linked price cap breaches
  • Kristen Sveaas' Kistefos profits from Western Bulk Chartering and Viking Supply Ships upturn
    Western Bulk 'has a clear market view into the second half of the year'
  • Third Delta Tankers ship targeted in a month as vessel hit by 'projectiles' and small arms
    Ship was apparently left without power after Wednesday's attack in the Red Sea
  • Profit, politics and port strikes: How disruption could make shipping a political target
    Efforts to avert a shutdown from Maine to Texas are complicated by politics, and shipping could be painted as the bad guy
  • Three-pronged Houthi attack leaves ship disabled in the Red Sea
    Three projectiles fired at vessels after small arms firefight
  • Hundreds of responders sent to tackle oil spill from bulker wreck
    Country's maritime regulator says weekend storms caused the grounded vessel to completely turn over
  • Hoegh LNG eyes incoming tenders despite being sold out on FSRUs
    Development activity high on European ammonia, hydrogen and carbon capture and storage projects
  • Awilco LNG completes refinancing of its two LNG carriers
    One vessel starts trading spot after being redelivered from its medium-term contract
  • Highest number of crude carriers moving oil products in 25 years, shipbroker says
    Steem1960 Shipbrokers has never seen this many crude tankers moving petroleum products
  • DOF Group raises 2024 guidance after 'milestone' deal with Maersk Supply Service
    Transaction is expected to be closed during fourth quarter
  • Norwegian subsea player lines up five years of Mexican work
    Extensions see DeepOcean vessel continue to work on inspection maintenance and repair services for Diavaz
  • South Africa send 200 responders to tackle oil spill from Ultra Galaxy wreck
    Country's maritime regulator says weekend storms caused the grounded vessel to completely turn over
  • Tight chemical tanker market sees Odfjell deliver another 'record' quarter
    Oslo-listed owner expects to see a slightly weaker third quarter
  • 'Unprecedented growth': Modi government aims to propel India into shipbuilding top tier
    Ambitious Shipbuilding Policy 2.0 aims for major boost to industry

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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
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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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