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Exim India web site
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
  • Worldtron Logistics International celebrates Founders Day
  • Inter-ministerial meeting takes key decisions to address rising freight costs, shipping delays, shortage & non-availability of containers, congestion at ports among issues faced by exporters
  • India on track to become 3rd largest economy by FY31: S&P
  • Two mega shipbuilding parks by 2030
  • Augmentation work at BPCL Liquid Cargo Terminal
  • Maximum permissible drafts at Karaikal Port revised
  • Revised tariff at JSW Jaigarh Port
  • Carriers warn of surcharges, congestion due to impending ILA strike
  • DPA oil jetty work in abeyance
  • India, S. Korea begin sharing BL electronically with Customs
  • Port calls in the Red Sea plummet due to attacks
  • DGFT notifies interest subvention for MSMEs
  • DBGT announces landmark achievement in maritime connectivity
  • Adani Kandla Bulk Terminal sets new cargo handling record of 47,910 metric tonnes
  • TVS ILP debuts in Kerala with state-of-the-art industrial park in Kochi
  • NISAA conducts 39th AGM
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (20 September 2024)

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International Transport Journal web site
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
  • Swiss forwarder pioneers autonomous driving
  • "AAL Houston" joins super B-class fleet
  • Air France-KLM extends contracts in North America
  • A new green truck in Australia
  • Refreshing the e-truck fleet
  • Spliethoff Group to operate over 140 vessels
  • ACS team takes on Three Peaks Challenge
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • EUR 9 million hub in Neu-Ulm
  • High-horsepower hydrogen finishes first test
  • WEC Lines launches Hamburg-Portugal service
  • Satair expands in Hamburg
  • Mousset-Jetransporte initiates reorganisation

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The Loadstar web site
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
  • Air charter market braced for very busy Q4, and prices are rising
  • Spot rate decline slows, but prices for some long-term ocean contracts soar
  • Germany AG in disarray - 'DSV vs CVC' not over yet
  • FedEx bets on rate hikes being accepted, despite tough market headwinds
  • Seko Logistics refinances after being hit by 'freight recession'
  • 'Worn out' by gloomy FedEx
  • Chinese coastal box ships set course for Russia and Red Sea trades
  • Demurrage income driving carriers into 'hurry-up-and-wait' scenario
  • SpiceJet CFO Kirankumar Koteshwar joins UK's Air One group
  • Call for consistency in ocean shipping emissions calculation
  • Paul Dale promoted to COO at Forth Ports; CFO/CCO Carole Cran steps down
  • Colin Eeles joins Kerry Logistics as business development director

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Marine Log web site
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
  • VIDEO: WSF reports progress on Wenatchee electrification
    After one year at Vigor shipyard, work to modernize the Washington State Ferries (WSF) Jumbo Mark II ferry Wenatchee is progressing, including the necessary and long-planned upgrade to its aging propulsion system
  • Gulf LNG Tugs orders four RApport 2800 tugs
    Gulf LNG Tugs of Port Arthur LLC has announced the acquisition of four cutting-edge, high-horsepower tugboats designed for the Port Arthur LNG export facility in Texas. These Low Emission (LEV) RApport 2800
  • NTSB releases report on $5M bulker Sirocco breakaway
    The National Transportation Safety Board has issued its report on the March 27, 2023, incident in which the 751-foot long bulk carrier Sirocco broke free from its moorings at the Convent Marine

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Container News web site
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
  • COSCO SHIPPING unveils two vessels for QatarEnergy's Gas Expansion Project
    On 10 September, a naming ceremony took place on Changxing Island, Shanghai, for two vessels - Rex Tillerson and Umm Ghuwailina - both part of QatarEnergy's LNG transportation project. The construction contract for seven 174,000-cubic-meter LNG carriers was awarded in 2022 to a partnership between COSCO SHIPPING LNG Investment (Shanghai), a subsidiary of COSCO SHIPPING Energy, and Mitsui O.S.K. L
  • Maersk withdraws peak season surcharge from China to Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei
    Maersk has decided to remove the Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for both dry and reefer cargo departing from all ports in China and destined for Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei. The Danish ocean carrier will withdraw the following peak season surcharge from 1 October 2024. Origin Destination Effective Dates Container Type Currency New tariff levels All China Ports, Including Hong Kong Ind
  • MSC updates European service network
    The world's largest box line MSC has decided to make adjustments to its European service network, according to DynaLiners. The Swiss/Italian ocean carrier has trimmed its West Mediterranean to Red Sea service by removing France's Marseilles port and Spain's Barcelona port from the port rotation and adding Egypt's Alexandria port. The updated port rotation now includes Valencia (Spain), Gioia Taur
  • Ocean carriers change Middle East - Indian Subcontinent services
    CStar, CU Lines and UGL have expanded their cooperative efforts, forming a joint service known as the IMR, which CStar brands as MER1. This service has been enhanced to a weekly schedule, covering key ports including Nhava Sheva, Mundra, Jebel Ali, Djibouti, Jeddah, and Aden, before looping back to Nhava Sheva. Additionally, MSC has adjusted its Upper Gulf Express service by removing UAE's Jebel
  • India's drive to rein in container shipping charges faces hurdles as volatility persists
    Indian government leaders have promised exporters some notable proactive steps to ease their supply chain pain points, but industry stakeholders remain sceptical about their winnability and value proposition amid multiple challenges. At a high-level stakeholder meeting held on 19 September to address exporter concerns, officials agreed to extend relief in the form of longer free times for empty c
  • Valenciaport sees surge in August exports
    The Valencia Port Authority's Statistical Bulletin for August shows a notable rise in Spanish exports through Valenciaport. This growth is driven by both containerised goods, which increased by 18.85%, and non-containerised and bulk goods, which rose by 4.73%. Among the containerised exports, wood and cork saw a sharp increase of 85%, while beverages grew by 25% and foodstuffs by 23.7%. For non-c
  • Central European floods cause operational disruptions and delays
    The severe flooding in Austria, Slovakia and the Czech Republic has affected the transport network's local infrastructure, including container facilities. German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd has announced the flooding has already affected its container depots, which may result in operational delays in the affected regions. "Whilst we continue to accept your bookings for the coming weeks, we ask for
  • What Is a B2B SaaS Marketing Agency?
    A B2B SaaS marketing agency helps a B2B (business-to-business) company to acquire Software-as-a-Service and become a B2B SaaS company. So, why do you need to convert your B2B company to a B2B SaaS company? This is because if your company is failing to meet the desirable conversion rates, then you should reconsider your lead generation and marketing strategies. A SaaS company can utilize cloud-bas
  • Box lines adjust intra-Far East/Australasia services
    CNC Line is set to enhance its role from a slot operator to a vessel provider on CoscoSL's NP1 service at the end of September, according to DynaLiners. This upgraded service, branded as RNM by CNC, will deploy two 1,700 TEU vessels, maintaining a route that includes Singapore, Subic Bay, and Manila. Additionally, Sinotrans (SinoLines) has launched a new service, the Shantou Philippines Service 1
  • AAL Shipping receives third Super B-Class multipurpose heavy lift vessel
    AAL Shipping (AAL) has received AAL Houston, the third vessel in its eight-ship, third-generation Super B-Class newbuilding fleet. This 32,000 dwt dual-fuel multipurpose heavy lift carrier prepares for its maiden voyage. Named after AAL's operations hub in the Americas, the vessel was formally christened at a ceremony held at the CSSC Huangpu-Wenchong Shipyard in Guangzhou, China, on 12 September
  • How to Analyze Shipping Stock Trends: A Beginner's Guide to Reading Stock Charts
    Understanding stock charts is essential for anyone interested in investing in the shipping industry. Stock charts provide a visual representation of price movements over time, helping investors spot trends, identify key moments, and make more informed decisions. For beginners, though, reading these charts can feel intimidating. This guide will break down the basics, from the types of stock charts
  • Port of Sihanoukville launches new 450,000 TEU terminal
    Cambodia's port of Sihanoukville has inaugurated its new 450,000 TEU container berth, according to DynaLiners. The cost of constructing the new 253-metre long and 10.4-metre depth berth was US$37.5 million. The port of Sihanoukville will now have a container capacity of 1 million TEUs. The port aims to further expand this capacity, as it is developing a new deep-water container terminal. The upco
  • MOL invests in HIF Global
    HIF Global has announced a new investment from Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), an international shipping company, to support the expansion of its e-fuel projects across the United States, Australia, Chile and Uruguay. MOL is the third Japanese entity to invest in HIF Global this year, following a May announcement from Japanese energy company Idemitsu Kosan, and a prior investment by the Japan Organiza
  • New box terminal in Duisburg opens new opportunities
    As a new container terminal opened at the Duisburg port , Container News attempted to evaluate the strategic environment and the tactics of the German port. The data process noted a notable systemic simultaneous decline in shipping connectivity across Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands. This could be related to broader economic downturns, shifts in global trade routes, or possibly regulatory c
  • Could East and Gulf Coast port strike result in banana shortage?
    Furniture, bananas and motor vehicle parts could be the top containerized commodities that would be affected by a potential labor strike at the United States East Coast and Gulf Coast ports, according to US Census Bureau data. The top three containerized goods processed by East Coast and Gulf Coast ports year to date have included nearly 2.5 million metric tons of furniture, followed by 2.2 milli
  • How to Create Seamless Video Tutorials with Online Editors
    Video tutorials have become a crucial medium for conveying information, whether for educational purposes, marketing, or product demonstrations. Viewers expect a smooth, engaging experience that helps them quickly grasp the concepts being presented. The key to achieving this is seamless editing, which ensures the tutorial flows logically and captivates the audience. With advancements in technology
  • AD Ports Group signs agreements with UAE banks
    AD Ports Group has entered into agreements with two UAE banks to refinance its existing US$2.25 billion syndicated loan on more favourable terms. This refinancing is expected to help the Group save up to US$12 million in finance costs over the next 12 months. The new financing arrangements will provide the Group with increased flexibility to strategically time its return to the debt capital marke
  • OSRL supports ammonia transfers for Pilbara region bunkering
    Oil Spill Response Limited (OSRL) played a key role in supporting a recent ammonia ship-to-ship transfer pilot, a collaboration between the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD), Pilbara Ports, and Yara Clean Ammonia (YCA). Conducted at the Port of Dampier in Western Australia's Pilbara region, this groundbreaking operation marks a significant step toward establishing Pilbara as a gre

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Splash web site
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
  • Sinokor sells veteran LNG carrier for scrap
    South Korea's Sinokor Merchant Marine has offloaded one of its aged LNG carriers for recycling - the third ship in this sector to be scrapped this year. Brokers said the nearly 45-year-old Coral Energy, anchored in the layup waters of Labuan in Malaysia, has been sold on an as-is basis to an undisclosed demo cash ...
  • Spliethoff buys 30-ship-strong ForestWave
    Two Dutch shipowners are merging with news from Amsterdam today that Spliethoff Group has acquired a majority shareholding in fellow multipurpose operator ForestWave for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition takes Spliethoff's fleet to 147 vessels spread across seven brands which also include BigLift Shipping. ForestWave controls a fleet of 30 ships with an average age ...
  • Hafnia redomiciles from Bermuda to Singapore
    Hafnia, the world's largest product tanker owner, has been given the go-ahead to redomicile from Bermuda to Singapore. The BW Group affiliate expects the redomiciliation to come into effect by the start of next month. Shares in Hafnia commenced trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) this April, to go alongside an existing listing ...
  • Dali leaves US for repairs in China
    Nearly six months after it made headlines around the world for bringing down Baltimore's largest bridge, the Dali containership finally left American waters yesterday and is headed to Ningbo in China for further extensive repairs. The ship was escorted by the US Coast Guard and three tugs as it left Norfolk, Virginia yesterday, carrying no ...
  • Chevron retrofits LNG fleet to cut methane slip
    Wärtsilä, in partnership with Chevron Shipping, is converting one engine on six of Chevron's LNG carriers from dual-fuel (DF) to spark gas (SG) operation, a first-of-its-kind project in the marine industry aiming to reduce methane slip. Wärtsilä's 50DF to SG conversion project is designed to modify the engines in service to operate as SG, using ...
  • MOL invests in American e-fuels developer
    Japan's largest shipowner, Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL), is investing in Houston-based e-fuels developer HIF Global. HIF has a production target of about 4m tons per year of synthetic fuel (e-fuel) and synthetic methanol (e-methanol) from green hydrogen derived from renewable energy sources and recycled CO2 in four countries: the US, Chile, Uruguay, and Australia. In ...
  • GE Vernova mulls cutting 900 offshore wind jobs
    Energy equipment maker GE Vernova is considering reducing its the size offshore wind business, a move that could cut over half of its workforce in the sector around the world. As was the case with many developers, the company pointed to cost inflation and supply chain issues as the main crux of the sector's problems ...
  • BW Offshore and McDermott to use FPSOs for blue ammonia production
    Houston-based offshore contractor McDermott and Oslo-listed floater specialist BW Offshore have entered into a collaboration to advance the technical and commercial viability of offshore blue ammonia production. The collaboration will leverage the combined expertise of McDermott and BW Offshore to advance the development of low-carbon ammonia production aboard an FPSO. According to the two compan
  • TechnipFMC bags subsea work in Brazil from Petrobras
    Offshore contracting giant TechnipFMC has been awarded two subsea contracts by Brazilian state-owned oil and gas major Petrobras for work on pre-salt fields offshore Brazil. The first award contract, a substantial one under TechnipFMC standards, is to design, engineer, and manufacture riser flexible pipe. The company will also supply associated services including packing and storage. ...

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Lloyd's List web site
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
  • Daily Briefing
    Small registries grow at record pace as flag-hopping tankers play regulatory game of 'whack-a-mole' | US retailers 'extremely' worried as...
  • Small registries grow at record pace as flag-hopping tankers play regulatory game of 'whack-a-mole'
    Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Guyana, Honduras, Sierra Leone, San Marino and Sierra Leone among registries taking on business from dark...
  • The Lloyd's List Podcast: Is LNG the pragmatic choice for shipping?
    Hear from three key players across different shipping sectors discuss LNG's role in shipping's race to decarbonise, and find out...
  • IUMI Berlin: We can be heroes, just for four days
    Keeping trade flowing is a moral endeavour, and shipping's insurers deserve credit
  • Finland to call for icebreaking exemptions in IMO emissions regulation
    The country's alternate permanent representative to the IMO said the Finnish taxpayer was already on the hook for costly icebreaking...
  • MEPC82: Levy debate to intensify as IMO set to discuss emission reduction measures
    IMO member states will look to make progress on mid-term emission reduction measures between September 30 and October 4 as...
  • MPCC seeks $100m bond issue to renew fleet
    MPC Container Ships wants to raise $100m in senior unsecured sustainability-linked bonds to buy assets and refinance debt. Bond spreads...
  • Salvors board smouldering Sounion to take stock of damage
    Tanker has been burning since Houthi attack one month ago
  • MSC taps containership newcomer Hengli Heavy for ultra large dual-fuel order
    Deal comes amid a backdrop where smaller builders with earlier slot availability are gaining more business from owners keen to...
  • Critical compliance tool compromised by GPS jamming
    Deliberate GPS interference is not unusual in conflict zones and other high-risk areas. While its purpose is often defence related...
  • MOL invests in US e-fuel producer HIF
    MOL becomes the first shipping company to invest in e-fuel producer HIF, which secured $220m in total equity investments in...
  • ZPMC appoints financial head Zhu Xiaohuai as president
    Zhu, who previously served as the crane maker's executive director, will maintain his role as the company's financial head following...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
  • NY-NJ port stakeholders scrambling ahead of strike threat
    Nearly 30 ships are bound for the Port of New York and New Jersey as marine terminals and ocean carriers prepare for a possible dockworker strike.
  • FedEx Freight realigns in rapidly changing US LTL market
    Cutting terminals as freight volume drops, FedEx Freight is positioning itself for growth and a possible separation from its parcel carrier parent company in 2025.
  • Midterm emissions plan to take center stage at upcoming IMO meeting
    Under the spotlight at MEPC 82 are midterm measures consisting of a technical element to reduce GHG intensity of fuels and a pricing mechanism to narrow the gap between fossil and green fuel.

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TradeWinds web site
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
  • Wrongful death claim filed in Dali legal row over worker who fell to death
    Guatemala native's body was last to be found after March tragedy
  • Jacksonville port scores $23m for deal with German crane maker
    Funding allows JAXPORT to order third container handling crane from Liebherr
  • IMO official admits greenhouse gas strategy timescale is 'ambitious'
    Heike Deggim highlighted the need to support developing countries in decarbonisation transition
  • 'Protectionism is one of the biggest challenges that we are facing,' says ICS
    Increased barriers negatively impact global trade, says Guy Platten
  • Cargo ship hit by Russian missile debris in Odesa with injuries reported
    Russia confirms hitting warehouses and dry cargo ship allegedly carrying western missiles to Ukraine
  • Panamax period deals popping up as spot market starts to look a little less mediocre
    Confidence and sentiment are growing stronger - but gradually
  • Greek bulker player Seastar re-enters ultramax arena with Japanese-built vessel
    An acquisition previously attributed to Costamare turns out to have been done by a different Hellenic player
  • Wavelength Podcast: How a faulty wire could save Dali's owner millions and Chinese-built ships are facing US port fees
    The 'accident waiting to happen' in the icy Baltic, and how shipowners fail on ESG reporting
  • Aframax diverts after Greek refinery fire as Procopiou VLCC makes it to berth
    Shipping data shows Samos Steamship now heading to Spain after futile wait off Corinth plant
  • Watch up: 'Big-brother' e-LNG is about to start delivering for shipping
    Developers urge maritime industry to dive in early as sector starts its build-out
  • Port strike threat sees container giants deploy fresh surcharges
    Surcharge revenues and higher-than-expected rates could prop up operators earnings
  • Louis Dreyfus sees shipping volumes rise in a market facing new and ongoing geopolitical crises
    Company claims 'strong results' despite geopolitical challenges
  • Inside Seaspan: Understanding major newbuilding investments and what comes next
    Shipowner and tonnage provider is moving into car carriers and potentially, feeder ships, says COO Torsten Pedersen
  • Former Scorpio Tankers ships snapped up by Turkish and Dubai-based players
    One product tanker joins established Istanbul firm Mercan Holding while the second is linked to a new name in shipping
  • Iconic former Royal Mail ship up for sale after conversion to mobile racing hub
    UK broker Eggar Forrester marketing the St Helena six years after handling earlier disposal
  • Hanwha Ocean unwraps its zero-emission LNG carrier
    Shipbuilder unveils rival cargo containment system to established membrane design
  • Alpha Bulkers vessel rescues fishermen stranded for days on sinking boat
    Bulker saved the lives of five men in the South China Sea
  • Spliethoff takeover of ForestWave Navigation creates multipurpose giant
    All-Dutch deal marks further consolidation by one of the sector's largest players
  • Captain Pappu Sastry charts London IPO course for Adhira Shipping six months after taking control
    Father of two offers the inside line on a business plan aimed at opening global doors for mining companies
  • Port party marks 150th anniversary of insurance lobby
    Major marine players gather as Berlin meet wraps up
  • Russia's shadow tankers face blacklisting blitz, warns EU sanctions chief
    Sanctions chief also probing about 300 front companies involved in operating vessels
  • How $127bn carbon pricing revenue stream could help in shipping's fuel transition
    Shipping could be a $127bn cash cow, so use the money to help developing countries produce the fuel it needs
  • Cost and effect: UN body reveals impact of shipping's green ambitions
    IMO member states to decide decarbonisation policies as reports from DNV and UNCTAD unpack effects
  • 'That's how we roll': Frontline sights private tanker deals with stock a trump card, chief executive says
    Norwegian owner considering whether it can use its strong stock price as currency
  • Damaged ship with explosive Russian cargo heading into Baltic Sea in search of safe harbour
    Destination of vessel carrying potentially explosive cargo remains a mystery
  • Shandong Shipping extends Guaibamax bulker order with extra newbuildings
    Company now has six methanol dual-fuel 325,000-dwt ore carriers on order at Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding
  • Baltimore bridge crash ship departs US following repair work six months after disaster
    Container vessel is headed to Ningbo, China, almost six months after tragedy
  • Hanwha Ocean takes wraps off its zero emission LNG carrier
    Shipbuilder unveils rival cargo containment system to established membrane design
  • Excelerate Energy buys reliquefaction kit for single FSRU retrofit
    Company details it is building its lone FSRU newbuilding 'reliq ready'
  • Maersk-chartered Dali departs US after repair work at Virginia port
    Container ship headed to Ningbo, China, almost six months after tragedy
  • Pertamina International Shipping poised to launch LR2 newbuilding tender
    A new overseas office, secondhand LNG carriers and moves into untapped sectors for company which plans to triple its business by 2034

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American Shipper web site
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
  • Port of Los Angeles sees busiest month outside pandemic
    The Port of Los Angeles handled 960,597 twenty-foot equivalent units in August, a 16% increase over the previous year and the busiest month ever outside the pandemic. Eight months into [...]

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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
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Arrival ports by:
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- 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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