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Exim India web site
JUNE 25, 2024
  • South East CEO Conclave & Awards (SECC) 2024 to see top-notch sectoral participation
  • DGFT to launch comprehensive e-connect platform to address information challenges faced by small exporters
  • MSC upgrades Bengal and Kaguya services and unveils Saola service for Central China-Vietnam shipping
  • Höegh Autoliners secures significant Enova funding for four ammonia-powered Aurora vessels
  • International Yoga Day celebrated at JNPA with 'Yoga for Women Empowerment' theme
  • DP World completes major expansion at Port of Callao in Peru
  • MSC launches Dahlia service for Asia to Mexico trade
  • Port of Antwerp-Bruges becomes part of Sweden-Belgium Green Shipping Corridor
  • COSCO SHIPPING Lines vessel completes largest biofuel oil refuelling order in China
  • Mumbai Port Authority celebrates 10th International Yoga Day
  • Deadline of 100 days for initial step of India-UAE shipping leg of IMEC
  • Govt implements automated input-output norms for exporters
  • e-WAY bill generation records 10.32 cr. in May
  • EU's ecodesign regulation seen hurting textiles, footwear exports
  • India seen driving oil demand growth till 2030: IEA
  • IRClass Systems and Solutions unveils Digital Centre for technology solutions

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International Transport Journal web site
JUNE 25, 2024
  • Direct flights between Bonaire and Barranquilla
  • Premiering SAF partnership on TUI flights
  • A strategic airfreight partnership in Australia
  • Hupac extends terminal fleet in Italy
  • Carrying forward a Chinese REIT
  • UPS sells 3PL unit
  • Kombiverkehr: modal shift reduced in 2023
  • Expanding Europe-wide shipping service
  • IBS Software picks CEO
  • KN for French fashion
  • Powerful e-truck charging network ready to go
  • Sustainability milestone for HGK Shipping
  • Lagermax: runner-up for 2024's export prize
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Trans-o-flex's Tapa triumph
  • Freightliner invests in digital signalling
  • New route to connect Asia with Southeast India
  • First ever director for Vietnam

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The Loadstar web site
JUNE 24, 2024
  • US Logistics Solutions files for liquidation with some 2,000 job losses
  • DSV has appointed Stefan Krikken as head of air freight
  • Chaos now rules the container shipping market, says Yang Ming CFO
  • More ships and more containers needed for 'feverish' box shipping sector
  • UPS's $1bn Coyote Logistics sale - a real win for RXO?
  • UPS finally manages to sell freight brokerage arm Coyote Logistics
  • Rail freight services at Felixstowe back to half-strength after derailment
  • $10bn Vadhavan - a game of political musical chairs
  • Fesco boosts capacity as demand grows for India-Russia trade
  • Demand for SAF and biodiesel outstripping (questionable) supplies
  • OX: Q2 24 closing, carriers the winners, loving the Hamburg saga!
  • Customer-centric supply chains: the 'make or break' factor in business today
  • Strike action, rate increases and Atlas Air turbulence

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Marine Log web site
JUNE 24, 2024
  • First hydrogen-fueled superyacht features MAN Cryo technology
    MAN Cryo has supplied a liquid-hydrogen gas-fuel supply system for the first superyacht to feature a hydrogen fuel cell installation. At 118.8 meter long, the hydrogen-fueled superyacht, Project 821, built by Netherlands
  • St. Johns Ship Building delivers second Windea CTV
    St. Johns Ship Building, Palatka, Fla., has delivered the Windea Enterprise, the second of the three Jones Act-compliant Incat Crowther 30 meters crew transport vessels (CTV) ordered at the shipyard by Windea
  • VIDEO: Containership Dali departs Baltimore
    We don't have to wait any longer to know when the containership Dali will leave Baltimore. Local media, including WBAL TV, have been showing video of the ship departing Baltimore today. Three
  • Philippine Navy takes delivery of new Robert Allan designed tug duo
    Josefa Slipways Inc., Sual, Philippines, has delivered the first two Robert Allan Ltd. design tugs to be built for the Philippine Navy. Designed to provide support to the navy's surface fleet, they

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Container News web site
JUNE 24, 2024
  • Box volumes on upward trend in Melbourne
    Port of Melbourne handled 281,000 TEUs in May, representing a 10% increase compared to the same month in 2023. The Australian port reported that full container imports volumes were up in May 2024 against prior year with furniture, domestic appliances and paperboard all above last year's volumes. Additionally, full container exports were increased with timber, hay, chaff & fodder, barley and meats
  • Driving Digital Transformation in Insurance with eSignature API Integration
    The insurance sector is witnessing a significant transformation, driven by escalating consumer demands for digital convenience and the necessity for efficient, secure operations. The once prevalent paper-based procedures are increasingly perceived as obsolete and unwieldy. In this context, eSignature APIs emerge as a significant technological advancement, optimizing workflows, enhancing security
  • How Truck Driver Fatigue Contributes to Highway Accidents: Solutions and Strategies
    The National Library of Medicine reports that at least 13% of serious truck accidents in the US are associated with truck driver fatigue. Serious crashes do not only result in injury and potential loss of life. Trucking companies can also face steep repair costs, higher insurance premiums, lawsuits, and reputational damage. There are a number of factors that can cause truck driver fatigue. For so
  • Container fire breaks out at Port of Antwerp-Bruges
    Port of Antwerp-Bruges reported a container fire incident at MSC PSA European Terminal (MPET), quay 1742. On 24 June at 05:30 (local time), the Belgian port said that terminal operations were temporarily suspended due to a fire that broke out in a container, with shipping traffic currently blocked at Deurganckdok. After one and a half hours, shipping traffic in the area resumed as firefighters br
  • Export and transshipment containers drive Valenciaport traffic
    In May, the export and transshipment sectors were the primary drivers of traffic at Valenciaport terminals. Exports grew for the second consecutive month, and the positive trends seen in April continued. A total of 516,674 containers moved through Valenciaport terminals in May, representing a 12.05% increase compared to the same month in 2023. Export containers increased by 2.73%, import containe
  • FMC says D&D cases trebled since pandemic
    Detention and demurrage (D&D) cases handled by the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) in the United States have trebled since the pandemic and are set to reach historical highs by the end of the year. FMC commissioner Carl Bentzel said that cases reaching the late-stage litigation had trebled, forcing the organisation to recruit two more administrative court judges, who now total three, to deal wi
  • Protection Tips for Logistics Workers Against Workplace Accidents
    Photo by Nicolas J Leclercq on Unsplash Workplace safety matters a great deal, especially in the world of logistics. Busy warehouses and long-haul trucking are exposed to risks that could harm them. Since most companies in Michigan aim to establish a secure environment, mishaps can still happen. Thankfully, this blog outlines crucial protection strategies. These will help in protecting logistics
  • Yang Ming denies "self-enrichment" of head honchos
    Yang Ming Marine Transport has refuted speculation that its chairman Cheng Cheng-mount and general manager Patrick Tu have arbitrarily paid themselves bonuses. Media reports claim that each man has paid himself TW$2 million (US$62,000) after Yang Ming's turnover began improving from the last quarter of 2023. In 1Q 2024, the Taiwanese operator's net profit was US$298.42 million, more than twice th
  • MSC strengthens Asia service network
    MSC has decided to update its Asia service network by enhancing two existing services and launching a new one. The Swiss/Italian ocean carrier announced the upgrade of the existing Bengal service aiming to establish direct connections between China and Bangladesh. The updated Bengal service will feature a transit time of 10 days from Shanghai to Chattogram, according to the company's statement. P
  • Construction works commence on Lithuania's first hydrogen-electric ship
    A new chapter in the history of the Lithuanian shipping industry has begun with the initiation of the construction of the first hydrogen-electric ship at Western Baltija Shipbuilding (WBS). "I am glad that this modern vessel, which meets the highest environmental protection requirements, is being built in Klaipeda. This is extremely relevant and significant not only for Lithuania but also on a gl

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Splash web site
JUNE 24, 2024
  • DOF pens two-year contract for FSV services
    Norwegian offshore vessel owner DOF has signed a letter of intent (LOI) for a two-year firm contract from an undisclosed energy company for field support vessel (FSV) services. The contract, which also has a one-year option to extend, was won by the 2008-built Skandi Seven. It is defined as very large, excluding the optional period ...
  • D'Amico fixes MR2 tanker on three-year deal
    Italian product tanker owner and operator d'Amico International Shipping (DIS) has signed a new three-year time charter deal for one of its MR2 eco vessels. The contract with an unnamed client was won by its operating subsidiary d'Amico Tankers D.A.C. Ireland. It will start between the end of the second quarter of 2024 and the ...
  • Ventura Offshore seals deal to market drillship for Brazilian tender
    Brazil-focused driller Ventura Offshore has been granted exclusive marketing rights from Hanwha Drilling for a 7th-generation drillship for an ongoing tender process in Brazil. Subject to a successful tender and contract award, Ventura Offshore will operate the rig Tidal Action, formerly known as the West Libra, on behalf of Hanwha Drilling under a charter or ...
  • V.Group enters shipmanagement partnership with Erasmus Shipinvest
    Shipmanagement and marine services giant V.Group has entered into a strategic partnership with international shipping group Erasmus Shipinvest (ESI) for the management of commercial vessels, including the provision of crewing and marine services. Under the agreement, V.Group will take a 'double-digit number' of ESI's vessels of various types into management, with the first container vessel ...
  • Hamburg Commercial Bank to take over NIBC shipping business
    German lender Hamburg Commercial Bank (HCOB) has struck a deal to acquire the shipping portfolio of Dutch counterpart NIBC. The deal comprises NIBC's shipping portfolio of senior secured loans worth $992m. NIBC, which has been providing ship financing from €10m and €50m to a diversified clientele in maritime hubs of North-West Europe, Athens, New York ...
  • Houthi strikes continue to terrorise merchant shipping
    The Houthis continue to terrorise merchant ships heading in and out of the Red Sea, while also claiming strikes at ships moored at Israel's Haifa port. The Houthis claimed to have struck the Transworld Navigator bulk carrier twice in the space of 24 hours today in the Red Sea, using drones. The ship has suffered ...
  • Landmark methanol retrofit completed in China
    X-Press Feeders took delivery this weekend of another landmark vessel in shipping's fuel transition - the first methanol duel-fuel retrofit. The 1,170 teu Eco Umande, delivered by China's New Dayang Shipbuilding earlier this year, remained in the People's Republic for a retrofit. The ship was built with a methanol fuel reserve, however the owner took ...
  • Alassia Newships teams with Itochu for handy newbuild
    Greek owner Alassia Newships Management and Japanese trading house Itochu Corp have partnered up for a handysize newbuilding contract at Nakanishi Shipbuilding in Japan. Yangzhou Nakanishi Shipbuilding in Jiangsu Province, China, will take on the 40,000 dwt project, with delivery expected in 2026. Itochu made headlines earlier this year with a pair of ultramax bulkers ...
  • Tianjin Southwest Maritime signs for more LPG/ammonia carriers
    Chinese owner Tianjin Southwest Maritime has returned to CSSC-affiliated Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding for larger ammonia dual-fuel gas carriers. The new deal, which follows 25,000 cu m newbuilds reported by Splash earlier this year, covers two firm 41,000 cu m vessels at the yard in Guangzhou. The 179.9-m-long ships are backed by a long-term charter to ...
  • Precious ships out vintage handysize
    Thai owner Precious Shipping has continued its fleet renewal push with the sale of a another vintage bulker. The Khalid Hashim-led company has offloaded the 2005-built handysize Charana Naree to an undisclosed buyer for $10.75m. The 33,720 dwt ship should change hands by July 15, the company said in a stock exchange filing. Earlier this ...
  • Cape Shipping adds to tanker newbuilds in China
    Greece's Cape Shipping has beefed up its tanker orderbook with a pair of LR2 newbuilds in China. Brokers report that the Andrianopoulos family's bulker and boxship owner has contracted CSSC Tianjin Shipbuilding, which is managed by Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co., to deliver the 115,000 dwt scrubber-fitted duo in 2026. The Athens-based Cape Shipping has been ...
  • Edda Wind fixes CSOV newbuild
    Oslo-listed offshore wind service pureplay Edda Wind has secured a charter contract with an unnamed large international EPCI contractor for its newbuild commissioning service operation vessel (CSOV) Sudri Enabler. The Gondan-built unit is scheduled for delivery at the end of June and will start its contract after commissioning and testing. The John Fredriksen, Wilhelmsen and ...
  • DOF wins two long-term vessel deals with Petrobras
    Brazilian state-owned Petrobras has awarded Norwegian offshore vessel owner DOF with long-term contracts for one pipelay support vessel and one anchor handler. The Brazilian-built and flagged PLSV Skandi Niterói was awarded a three-year firm contract which includes extension options. The deal will start in 2025. The vessel is owned by DOFCON Navegação, a 50/50 joint ...
  • DryDel offloads modern ultramax
    Greek bulker player DryDel Shipping is being linked to its first sale this year in a deal for a five-year-old ultramax. The Costas Dellaportas-led company is widely reported by brokers to be obtaining around $36m from the sale of the 2018-built scrubber-fitted Velvet. The buyer has yet to be revealed, with some sources suggesting Korean ...
  • Cadeler wins wind turbine installation deal in Scotland
    Denmark-based offshore wind installation player Cadeler has signed a firm contract to install 72 Vestas 15MW offshore wind turbines at the Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm. The contract value is projected to fall within the range of €114m-130m ($122m-$139m), with installation set to begin in the fourth quarter of 2026. Located 15 kilometres off the ...
  • Solid prices for Oldendorff's latest sales
    Buyers keen on bulkers from dry bulk powerhouse Oldendorff's fleet have to surrender to high prices, as the German mammoth tests the market, selling one ship after another. Over the weekend, a third modern Japanese-built ultramax and two one-year-old Chinese-built kamsarmaxes were reported sold by brokers, all at prices significantly higher than last done. Last ...
  • Indian yard wins German MPP contract
    An Indian shipyard is diversifying its offering. Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) has signed a $54m agreement with Germany's Carsten Rehder Schiffsmakler for the construction of four 120 m long, 7,500 dwt multipurpose vessels with an option of building another four ships. The yard, which is under the administrative control of the Ministry of ...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JUNE 24, 2024
  • Carriers cutting back on vessel space allotments for NVOs, retailers: sources
    The capacity cuts come as ocean bookings in the eastbound trans-Pacific are climbing sharply because US-based importers who had planned to ship their merchandise during the traditional August-through-October peak season are scrambling to book space early.
  • Early peak shipping season shows no sign of slowing: Yang Ming CFO
    The carrier executive said the disruption to shipping schedules caused by vessel diversions around southern Africa has created a "chaotic situation" due to blank sailings, port congestion and skipped vessel calls, especially in Southeast Asia.
  • Kazakhstan Railways embarks on 'Maersk style' integrated logistics transformation
    The state-owned rail operator believes it can leverage soaring demand for China-Europe rail freight to develop a multimodal service offering underpinned by a strong air cargo network.
  • RXO purchase of Coyote Logistics highlights US brokerage market pressures
    The $1.025 billion acquisition gives RXO growth not otherwise available in a weakened brokerage market and narrows UPS's focus to package deliveries.

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TradeWinds web site
JUNE 24, 2024
  • Tidewater boss throws shade at reports of landmark Marinakis PSV order
    Quintin Kneen gets into the economics of newbuildings as Marine Money Week kicks off in New York
  • Delta Corp listing plan hits the rocks after reverse merger with coffee company fails
    After nearly two years of waiting, it turns out that shipping and coffee do not mix
  • EU hits Sovcomflot boss Igor Tonkovidov with sanctions
    European Union targets Russian state tanker company and its top executive in 14th package of measures
  • d'Amico International Shipping strikes again with 'very profitable' tanker charter
    Term coverage boosted further by Italian owner into 2026
  • Clarksons shells out $250,000 to settle with derivatives regulator over rule breaking
    This is not the first time the derivatives brokerage has been fined for allegedly breaking regulatory rules
  • Stolt-Nielsen says claim of Houthi attack is false and seafarers are safe
    CFO Gruner-Hegge dismisses report by Yemeni militant group
  • Carsten Rehder inks order for multipurpose vessels with Indian yard
    German shipping company re-enters newbuilding market with order for up to eight vessels
  • Investors profit from 'buying the dip' as shipping stocks rebound amid Red Sea chaos
    Share prices of product tanker and container ship companies have recovered
  • Clarksons shells out $250,000 to settle fine with derivatives regulator over rule-breaking
    This is not the first time the derivatives brokerage has been fined for allegedly breaking regulatory rules
  • Technostress, fatigue and fears of criminalisation: Seafarers reveal hidden costs of green transition
    Welfare network calls for better protection for crews at a time of rapid change
  • World's first methanol dual-fuel retrofit container ship delivered
    Retrofitting for alternative fuelling goes live with X-Press Feeders vessel
  • Evangelos Marinakis inks biggest PSV order in a decade at potential cost of over $320m
    Greek owner reinforces entry into offshore markets with newbuilding deal in China
  • EU bans 27 ships from its ports in fresh crackdown on Russia trade
    Bloc's 14th package of measures targets individual vessels for the first time
  • NIBC exits shipping in $1bn loan sale to Hamburg Commercial Bank
    German lender says acquisition strengthens client base and shipping operations
  • Manager V.Group expands in fleet deal with Greece's Erasmus Shipinvest
    Transaction involves 'double-digit' number of container ships, bulkers and LPG carriers
  • Buy Frontline ahead of VLCC rate rebound to $80,000 per day, says Clarksons
    Opportunity knocks for investors despite weak summer rates for big tankers
  • Houthis launch double attack on Stealth capesize as second bulker abandoned
    Region sees weekend of chaos as assaults on shipping continue
  • Houthi rebels land double strike with one ship abandoned and sinking and Stealth capesize hit by drone
    Region sees weekend of chaos as assaults on shipping continue
  • Crimea 'grain theft' warrants put 24 ships in the frame
    Warrants reveal majority of vessels are Russian-flagged and owned as Ukraine urges IMO member states to act
  • Greek shipowner Evalend adds four newbuildings to product tanker series
    Jiangsu Yangzijiang is scheduled to deliver the 75,000-dwt product carriers by 2027
  • New Zealand ropax said to have suffered minimal damage after spending a night on the rocks
    Questions are being raised as to whether Aratere's grounding was caused by steering gear failure
  • OSV additions to drive profit growth at Atlantic Navigation
    Singapore-listed offshore vessel operator set to reap rewards of fleet expansion
  • Combined Group Rocks scores hefty profit on baby cape scrap sale
    Kuwaiti-owned Moshtaraka 2 is one of three bulkers sold for recycling in an otherwise quiet week in the demolition markets
  • Laden LNG carrier opens eastbound sailing season on Northern Sea Route
    Arc7 vessel heads out towards Asia in wake of tanker
  • New OSV additions to drive profit growth at Atlantic Navigation, say analysts
    Singapore-listed offshore vessel operator set to reap the rewards of fleet expansion

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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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