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February 23, 2024

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Exim India web site
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
  • India's GDP growth projected at 7 pc in FY25: RBI
  • New trade route announced bypassing the Red Sea and involving Mundra Port
  • Government focused on enhancing indigenous capacity in shipbuilding & repair: Secretary at workshop
  • Imports from North Korea (KP) / Exports to North Korea (KP)
  • Private, state ports' grow faster
  • Use of scrubbers saves 13 billion USD for lines
  • Rescheduled dredging plan for Indira Docks
  • Lentil imports from Canada surge
  • APEDA facilitating start-ups in the marketing and export of millet-based value-added products
  • IMO called on to solve legal inconsistencies in ship recycling conventions
  • Gaza war, Red Sea attacks threat to world economy: IMF, WB
  • Global pool of shipping containers growing expeditiously

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International Transport Journal web site
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
  • 30 energy efficient locos for Brazil
  • More business in retail beyond obvious candidates
  • Antonov Airlines still performing worldwide
  • Sennder picks new COO
  • Cutting carbon emissions by 90%
  • Asia's first biofuel barge sets sail
  • Another Dubai hub for FedEx
  • ICS2: first companies go live
  • CEO confirmed
  • Scheduled direct train launched in Russia
  • Four facilities, two ports
  • Los Angeles starts 2024 on a high note
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Joint initiatives to boost cargo traffic
  • Etihad Airways appoints VP cargo
  • Safety and innovation
  • DHL: a Mid-Atlantic move
  • Green light for Stockholm Norvik

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The Loadstar web site
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
  • Unexpected bonus for NOOs as demand for charters increases
  • ...Expeditors has a cost problem? DSV and Kuehne are worse off...
  • India renews open sky policy for foreign air cargo carriers
  • US pledges $20bn to incentivise domestic port crane construction
  • Red tape and emissions trading: ETS hits non-EU shipowners hard
  • Taiwan's Starlux Airlines goes large on cargo with order for five freighters

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Marine Log web site
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
  • Austal Australia adds two more Evolved Cape patrol boats to its order book
    Austal Limited (ASX:ASB) reports that Austal Australia has been awarded a contract extension for the construction of two additional Evolved Cape-class patrol boats for the Royal Australian Navy. The AUD $157 million
  • Equinor says it's "ready to go to work" on Empire Wind
    The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) today announced its approval of Empire Wind's Construction and Operations Plan (COP). This is the Equinor project's final approval from BOEM, following the agency's Record
  • Sanmar delivers first LNG-fueled Haisea Marine tug
    Turkey's Sanmar Shipyards reports that Haisea Kermode, the first of the two LNG-fueled escort tugs that it is building for Haisea Marine, has arrived in Vancouver, B.C., joining the three emissions-free Sanmar
  • Callan Marine christens dredge General Arnold
    Joining Galveston, Texas, headquartered Callan Marine's dredging fleet-which includes the General Bradley and MacArthur-is the newly christened 32-inch cutter suction dredge, the General Arnold. The new dredge was built at C&C Marine

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Container News web site
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
  • Ensuring container fleet resilience with fuel flexibility
    The Greenhouse Gas (GHG) targets set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and other regulatory vehicles, such as the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) and the Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI) have provided all ship owners and operators with parameters for meeting interim GHG targets in 2030, 2040 and, ultimately, achieving net zero by or around 2050. The extension of the EU
  • Scrubber savings reach US$13 billion, reports Sea-Intelligence
    According to Sea Intelligence, the IMO2020 regulations require the use of fuel oils containing less than 0.5% sulphur, such as Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil (VLSFO), or alternative compliance methods like exhaust gas cleaning systems, known as scrubbers. Scrubbers enable shipping lines to utilize higher-sulphur fuel oils (IFO380), which are cheaper. With a growing number of scrubber installations, th
  • Two dead, three missing after container ship hits bridge in Chinese port
    Two people were killed and three others missing after a boxship hit a bridge in Guangzhou in the southern Chinese province of Guangdong this morning (22 February). Around 5.30 am, Liang Hui 688, a 2016-built 5,000 gt domestic Chinese container ship, reportedly hit the Lixinsha Bridge in Guangzhou's Nansha district, causing the bridge to collapse partially. Consequently, four cars and one motorcyc
  • Europe's largest quay cranes arrive at DP World's London Gateway
    DP World has received Europe's largest quay cranes at its flagship London Gateway logistics hub, marking its latest investment to boost the United Kingdom's future trading capability. Weighing more than 2,000 tonnes, the giant cranes will come into service at London Gateway's new fourth berth , set to open this summer. Following a two-month journey from China, the quay cranes arrived at London Ga
  • BIMCO publishes ship financing forms for uninterrupted use of vessels
    BIMCO has published two standard Quiet Enjoyment Letters (QELs), the first standard form QELs available to the industry, to offer a tool that can ensure the charterers' uninterrupted use of a ship if the owner defaults under the financing facility. The QELs will be provided by the lender to the charterer to ensure that the charterer, who does not have a contractual relationship with the lender bu
  • Major Swedish port gains status in European Union network
    The recent designation of comprehensive status for Stockholm Norvik Port marks a significant milestone following the approval of an agreement on European Union regulations for the development of the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T). As an integral part of the EU transport network, this status enables the Swedish port to pursue EU funding opportunities, paving the way for further enhanceme
  • Rotterdam sees TEU decline amid stable financial results
    The Port of Rotterdam handled 13.4 million TEUs in 2023, translating to a 7% drop compared to the previous year's figures. Additionally, the container throughput in tonnes was 130.1 million tonnes, lower by 6.8%. "Container throughput has proved to be very volatile in recent years in response to Covid and geopolitical developments," said a Port of Rotterdam official, adding that the main reasons
  • sennder appoints new Chief Commercial Officer
    The European digital road freight forwarder sennder announced the appointment of Katherine Boesen as its new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Boesen's addition marks a significant milestone in sennder's growth trajectory as it aims to bolster customer relationships with major shippers across Europe and reinforce the value proposition of its platform and services, according to the company's stateme
  • MSC to open new feeder calls at India's eastern Paradip Port
    Mediterranean Shipping Co. (MSC) has inked a deal to start a feeder service between Paradip Port (PPT), a major gateway on India's east coast, and Sri Lanka's Colombo Port. The service is due to start in early March, initially offering two or three sailings a week and as volumes build, it will be enhanced to a weekly frequency, according to industry sources. Paradip has traditionally thrived on b
  • Port of Oakland appoints new maritime marketing manager
    The Port of Oakland has appointed Carolyn Almquist as its new maritime marketing manager, bringing with her extensive experience from the private sector in international trade. Almquist joins the Port of Oakland following a 25-year tenure at American President Lines (APL), a subsidiary of the CMA CGM Group. Throughout her career at APL, she progressed to executive leadership positions, including

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Splash web site
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
  • Castor sells bulker to Panagiotidis family member for $16.2m
    Cyprus-based bulker and boxship owner Castor Maritime has sold one of its bulkers for a price of $16.2m. Castor Maritime entered into an agreement to sell the 2010-built kamsarmax bulk carrier to an entity beneficially owned by a family member of Petros Panagiotidis, the company's chairman, CEO, and CFO. The company has already sold vessels ...
  • Stonepeak splashes $3bn for half of largest US offshore wind project
    Investment firm Stonepeak has bought a 50% interest in Dominion Energy's 2.6 GW Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project for $3bn. The deal for the project stake was made with a subsidiary of Stonepeak Partners, an infrastructure investment firm managing over $61bn in assets. The transaction is scheduled to be completed by the end of ...
  • Teekay Tankers makes move on its final eight leased ships
    Teekay Tankers has set to wrap up its vessel buyback programme having agreed to take back eight and final remaining tankers tied to sale and leaseback deals. The New York-listed firm will be paying $137m for the transactions, which should leave the Kevin Mackay-led mid-sized tanker player free of debt in the first quarter of ...
  • Genco confirms sale of capesize duo
    US-listed Genco Shipping & Trading has continued its fleet renewal push and confirmed earlier broker reports about disposing of two more elderly capesize bulk carriers. The John Wobensmith-led owner of more than 40 dry bulk ships has sold the 2010-built Genco Claudius and 2009-built Genco Maximus for delivery to unnamed buyers in February and March, ...
  • Kishore Rajvanshy steps down at Fleet Management
    Hong Kong's Fleet Management (FLEET) has begun the search for a new managing director as co-founder Kishore Rajvanshy decided to step down from the role after three decades. As part of the leadership transition, Angad Banga, chief operating officer of FLEET parent company, The Caravel Group, will co-lead FLEET with Rajvanshy. Rajvanshy will continue to ...
  • PGS awarded 3D survey deal in the Mediterranean
    Oslo-listed seismic player PGS has been awarded a 3D project in the Mediterranean for an undisclosed energy company. The vessel will be used for the project and is scheduled to start the survey in early March. The project has a total duration of approximately 30 days. This project was not included in the $336m order ...
  • Yara Marine Technologies rebrands to Manta Marine and reveals new leadership
    The shipping industry's green tech supplier Yara Marine Technologies (YMT), recently sold to Geneva-based Okapi Supply Trading Advisory, has been rebranded and revealed a new leadership team. The company, now named Manta Marine Technologies, will be led by CEO Ina Reksten (pictured), who previously served as the deputy CEO and COO. Outgoing CEO Thomas Koniordos ...
  • Shell and Simply Blue exit floating wind projects
    Energy major Shell and Irish offshore renewables developer Simply Blue have opted to exit floating wind joint ventures to better focus on other markets. Shell signed a sales and purchase agreement with Hexicon transferring full ownership of the MunmuBaram joint venture. Under the agreement, Hexicon will increase its stake in the project from 20 to ...
  • Plans made to save Houthi-struck bulker from sinking
    An abandoned Belize-flagged bulk carrier which was damaged by Yemen's Houthi missile strike, is still floating despite taking in water. The Houthis had earlier said the vessel was in danger of sinking after claiming the attack that took place in the Strait of Bab el-Mandeb late Sunday and forced the crew of 24, including four ...
  • DOF bags offshore wind farm export cable repair gig
    Norwegian offshore vessel owner DOF has been awarded a contract to repair an export cable for an offshore wind farm in the Southern North Sea. The project, awarded by an undisclosed client - only described as an international energy operator, includes the retrieval of the damaged cable and termination, installation, trenching, and commissioning of the ...
  • Minerva Marine offloads its oldest cape
    Greece's Minerva Marine has made use of the hot dry bulk market to offload its oldest capesize vessels. The Andreas Martinos-led diversified owner of more than 70 ships has sold the 15-year-old , the company's first listed bulker sale in nearly 10 years. Brokers in Athens have seen the Jiangnan Shanghai Changxing Shipbuilding-built 177,736 dwt ...
  • Sulmara charters in Atlantic Offshore ERRV for renewables market refit
    Glasgow-based subsea specialist Sulmara has sealed a chartered-in deal with Norwegian owner Atlantic Offshore for an emergency response rescue vessel (ERRV), which will be refitted for work in the offshore renewables sector. The 2014-built Ocean Marlin has been secured on a three-year charter under which Sulmara will carry out a multi-million-pound upgrade to the vessel ...
  • KCA Deutag awarded contract extension by Vår Energi
    Drilling and engineering contractor KCA Deutag has secured more work on the Ringhorne platform in the Norwegian North Sea from operator Vår Energi. Under a two-year extension deal, the Aberdeen-based company will provide offshore drilling and maintenance services through to March 2026. The award of this extension solidifies the partnership between KCA Deutag and the ...
  • Petrobras taps Baker Hughes for Buzios well construction services
    Nasdaq-listed oilfield services major Baker Hughes has won a contract award from Brazilian oil giant Petrobras for integrated well construction services in the Buzios field offshore Brazil. The integrated services project is set to start in the first half of 2025 and will include drilling services, drill bits, wireline, cementing, wellbore clean up, fishing, remedial ...
  • Biden to replace Chinese-made cranes at all American ports
    Election year in the US with hysteria growing by the day about a more strident China has seen the White House take action over a perceived threat at its ports. President Joe Biden yesterday signed an executive order giving the coast guard greater powers to police cyber security at ports, as well as setting in ...
  • JP Morgan pockets tidy profit from cape sale
    JP Morgan is one of many big shipping names that has broken cover this month, joining a string of famous companies bidding or selling in the very active capesize market. This time the cash player is keen to make a profit, selling a mammoth sized bulker it bought from Japanese shipping mammoth Nissen Kaiun in ...
  • Barge rams bridge in Guangzhou
    A Chinese container barge rammed into a bridge over the Pearl River in the city of Guangzhou early this morning, sending vehicles into the water below with a section of the bridge falling into the river. The number of casualties remains unknown. The vessel was travelling from Foshan's Nanhai district towards Nansha in Guangzhou when ...
  • International Chamber of Shipping sets out industry principles to combat harassment and bullying
    The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has published a guide to combat and eliminate harassment and bullying in the maritime sector. The free industry guidance sets out five high level and eight detailed principles to address the issue. ICS submitted the principles to shipping's global UN regulators, the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International ...
  • Broken down bulk carrier barred from entering Australia for a year
    A post-panamax bulk carrier that sat stranded for months in a central Queensland port has been towed back out to sea and banned from Australia. The arrived at the Port of Gladstone in October last year and was set to take a shipment of coal to Southeast Asia. However, mechanical issues saw it moored at ...

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Lloyd's List web site
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
  • Eastern Pacific Shipping enters wind-assisted propulsion space with bound4blue deal
    Eastern Pacific Shipping has made its first move in the wind-assisted propulsion space, signing a deal with rigid suction sail...
  • Fractal Shipping blacklisted as UK marks anniversary of Russian invasion with fresh sanctions
    Tanker owner Fractal Shipping, founded in 2022 with a focus on Russia trades, has been blacklisted by UK regulators for...
  • ICS launches industry guide to combat bullying and harassment
    Initiative comes as ILO and IMO meet this month, and after ILO study finding nearly one in five workers across...
  • Lloyd's List Intelligence agrees data tie-up with UK's Sedna
    Partnership will see Lloyd's List Intelligence's vessel-tracking data integrated into communication software developer's new AI-driven solution for charterers, Pulse
  • Teekay Tankers nears debt-free position on concluding strongest-ever year
    Strong oil demand, the Russian invasion of Ukraine's effect on tonne-miles and low fleet growth propelled mid-sized tanker specialist Teekay...
  • Hanwha Ocean expects order growth after operating loss shrinks in 2023
    Consecutive annual losses turn around, with net profit of $120m. However, operating profit remains in the red
  • Reefer market sees temporary boost from rerouting
    After falling across the past year, reefer rates have seen an uptick in 2024. But the improvement is expected to...
  • Metis links with Danish firm in offshore data analytics tie-up
    Co-operation with Danish offshore shipping company Esvagt takes Greece-based data analytics firm Metis' range of solutions 'in a new direction'
  • More P&I clubs announce renewal outcomes
    Higher premiums, stable pool and improved investment returns should see most International Group affiliates the right side of the line...
  • Wood Mackenzie report highlights key role for Asia-Pacific in global emission reduction efforts
    Renewables and electric vehicles will be key to the regional transition, report's authors say. A significant change to low-carbon energy supply...
  • Norwegian Car Carriers firms shipbuilding contracts for PCTC pair
    Firming of newbuilding contracts by Oslo-headquartered vehicle carrier tonnage provider follows letter of intent signed in November 2023. Including NOCC's...
  • Houthis strike again in Gulf of Aden
    The Iran-backed Yemeni militants are undeterred by international efforts to counter and disrupt their attacks
  • Lloyd's Register appoints new head for OneOcean platform
    LR acquired the software platform OneOcean in 2022. Former maritime and logistics software chief executive assumes control from founder
  • Vitol Bunkers' takes delivery of Asia's first specialised biofuel bunker barge
    Barge design meets regulation and can supply up to 100% biofuel bunker, with the option of being reconfigured to supply...
  • Rajvanshy hands over Fleet leadership role after three decades
    Fleet Management's managing director Dr Kishore Rajvanshy will continue to oversee the ship-related divisions, while other departments will be led by...
  • WinGD and Mitsubishi achieve milestone initial design of ammonia fuel supply system
    Collaboration will ensure that auxiliary systems and integration capability are in place to apply WinGD's engine designs
  • Record US-Europe crude flows as Houthi Red Sea attacks sideline Iraqi imports
    Change in refineries' crude buying patterns across Europe underscore the global recalibration in seaborne oil trades following three months of...
  • Daily Briefing
    Cosco ships join dwindling number risking Red Sea passage | Falls in Red Sea ship traffic stabilise as Suez transits...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
  • NS to eliminate Midwest service from Charleston, Savannah due to low volumes
    Railroad officials informed Georgia and South Carolina port authorities earlier this week, giving them one-month notice that service will no longer be offered to Chicago, Cincinnati and Louisville.
  • Asian shipowners to see €500 million ETS charge this year: analysis
    The ETS will affect 4,000 Asian-flagged vessels, which equates to one-third of the total 12,500 cargo and passenger ships that are subject to the European Union carbon tax.
  • Flexport resurrects Convoy truckload tech as tool for drivers, brokers
    Increased driver adoption of apps in the truckload industry was driven in part by now-shuttered broker Convoy, whose technology was relaunched Thursday by forwarder Flexport.
  • India-Europe trade hit hard by longer transits amid Red Sea diversions
    Carriers are dealing with a significant backlog of cargo that has built up because of longer transit times, cutting down available space for exports and raising rate levels.
  • January cargo spike could suggest import recovery in eastbound trans-Pacific
    The fourth consecutive month of year-over-year growth in US imports from Asia might be a sign the world's busiest trade lane has turned the corner after a lackluster 2023 in which imports declined about 13%.
  • No bump yet in trans-Pacific demand from Red Sea, Panama Canal: Matson
    Matson said its trans-Pacific volume outlook for 2024 is roughly flat with last year owing to modest growth in its Jones Act business and little impact yet from other supply chain crises.
  • White House counters risk of Chinese port cranes with $20 billion for US sourcing
    Along with new funding for the domestic manufacturing of container cranes, the Biden Administration has given the US Coast Guard more power to monitor cyberattacks on port and maritime infrastructure.
  • Savannah reducing 'free time' window to accept export containers
    The change in policy for so-called earliest receiving dates was due to go into effect March 1, but exporters asked the Georgia Ports Authority for more time to adjust their warehouse operations.
  • Ryder expands footprint in Laredo after truck border crossings rose 5% last year
    A new 228,000-square-foot warehouse and distribution facility near Laredo's World Trade Bridge will help Ryder scale operations for cross-border shippers.

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TradeWinds web site
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
  • Capesize spot rates jump up as major miners get back in business after Lunar New Year
    Rates were assessed over $2,000 higher on Thursday as activity awakes
  • US LNG project permitting pause adds 'uncertainty' to global markets, Cheniere says
    Chief executive makes impassioned call to US authorities on review of planned new liquefaction
  • Genco Shipping facing 'frenzy' in market for large secondhand bulkers
    Capesize and 'eco' tonnage is a tough find, as even midsized vessels 'fly off the shelf'
  • High-emissions ships risk losing insurance cover, warns underwriter
    Study explores ways insurers could encourage shipping's decarbonisation
  • UK sanctions tanker newcomer Fractal and Turkey's Beks over Russia trades
    It has to be legal: CEO Mathieu Philippe told TradeWinds last month that the company operates within G7 rules
  • High-emission ships risk losing insurance cover, warns underwriter
    The study explores ways insurers could encourage shipping's decarbonisation
  • Russia's Arctic LNG 2 project sanctioned by UK
    Novatek directors were also named in the list published on the eve of the second anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine
  • Tanker newcomer Fractal blacklisted over Russia trades
    It has to be legal: CEO Mathieu Philippe told TradeWinds last month that the company operates within price cap rules
  • Wind vessel supply looking 'very tight', Clarksons says
    But Clarksons Research says growing orderbook is a concern
  • Veteran multipurpose vessel damaged after hitting rocks off Albania
    The Bergfjord was en route to Turkey with a scrap cargo
  • Sailing through a warzone: Fears for seafarers mount as Red Sea crisis takes its toll
    Even when their ship passes safely, the emotional toll on mariners can last beyond their time in dangerous waters
  • Sanko Steamship puts final ship up for sale
    Japanese company came out of administration in 2014 but has struggled to recover
  • Rerouted Red Sea ships face rising threat of piracy, warns IMO chief
    Secretary general Arsenio Dominguez says that the UN body has talked to African authorities to combat any increase in activity
  • Bulker banned from Australia for 12 months amid safety crackdown
    Regulator was disappointed with shipowner's response after engine breakdown
  • Thor Dahl bids farewell to container shipping as it sells veteran vessel
    Company calls time on a profitable adventure in the boxship market
  • Punish Russia with stricter oil price cap, campaigners urge
    Nearly 300 groups demand action to prevent the growth of the shadow fleet hauling Russian oil
  • How is Oaktree's godfather, Howard Marks, like Michael Corleone? It's the convertibles
    This week's Streetwise takes a look at convertible notes and how they pulled Oaktree back into Eagle Bulk
  • Houthi minister says Red Sea is 'absolutely safe' as group 'holds EU talks'
    Hussein al-Ezzi tells Yemeni TV channel that only US, UK and Israel-linked ships will be targeted
  • High seas to prison hell: Captain stuck behind bars after life-changing 'slip of the tongue'
    Captain Zhang Deyi's case highlights the need for an overhaul of how seafarers are treated when things go wrong, say campaigners
  • Chevron opts to retrofit reliquefaction and emissions reduction kit to LNG duo
    Energy major turns to South Korea's HD Hyundai Marine Solution for upgrade job
  • Bulker banned from Australia for 12 months amid ongoing safety crackdown
    Maritime regulator says it was disappointed with KMAX Leader owner's response after engine breakdown
  • Outperforming marine arm lifts Bureau Veritas to record earnings
    French class society looks to strong 2024 on back of strong organic growth
  • Harry Vafias-led StealthGas posts back-to-back record profits
    LPG carrier company hedges its bets in volatile markets
  • 'UK-owned' ship on fire after attack in Gulf of Aden
    UKMTO says two missiles fired at vessel on Thursday morning
  • Boskalis swoops for Altera's fleet of super-large anchor-handlers
    Dutch owner's deal revealed by Brazilian competition ruling
  • Fleet Management hunts for new managing director as Kishore Rajvanshy steps down
    Veteran prepares to pass baton to the next generation at one of the world's largest third-party ship managers
  • Seacon Shipping inks $130m deal for series of tanker newbuildings
    Chinese owner looking to diversify and expand its fleet
  • Norwegian domestic wealth fund's Frontline bet pays off for $1.3bn shipping and offshore book
    Fund added exposure at multiple Fredriksen companies, BW LPG and Hoegh Autoliners
  • Altera Shuttle Tankers mandates banks for $150m bond issue as it posts loss
    Fixed income investor meetings start on 23 February
  • Pelagic Partners builds stake in Hunter Group as it bets on tankers
    Cypriot investor now holds more than 5%
  • Teekay Tankers splashes $137m on final vessel buybacks to go debt-free
    Record markets leave midsize crude tanker giant able to extricate itself from leasebacks
  • Eastern Pacific breezes into wind propulsion with bound4blue sails aiming for 10% fuel cut
    Suction sail technology adds to a variety of efforts by Singapore shipowner to reduce carbon intensity
  • Hope for tanker owners as Dangote refinery set to export first two cargoes
    Product carriers needed to lift fuel oil and naphtha cargoes in Nigeria
  • High seas to prison hell: Captain stuck behind bars a decade on from life-changing 'slip of the tongue'
    Captain Zhang Deyi's case highlights the need for an overhaul of how seafarers are treated when things go wrong, say campaigners
  • Hornblower pulls plug on US cruise arm as American Queen Voyages put under Chapter 11
    Expedition and river cruise company to liquidate under voluntary bankruptcy filing
  • Vitol takes delivery of specialised biofuel bunker tanker in Singapore
    Trader says vessel can also be re-configured to supply methanol

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American Shipper web site
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
  • Business up in January at ports of Savannah, Brunswick
    Georgia Ports Authority said it handled 428,000 containers and 65,400 roll-on, roll-off units in January.
  • West Coast leads latest surge in US container imports
    Following 15 months of challenges, U.S. ports are once again experiencing substantial growth in inbound containers.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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