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Exim India web site
JULY 25, 2024
  • Sonowal envisages Budget 2024-25 to significantly enhance India's shipping, ship repair industry
  • Ocean container shipping market seems reaching peak: Analysis
  • E-commerce export hubs to be set up
  • Blaze on MV Maersk Frankfurt doused
  • MSC reinstates and enhances Liberty service from Asia to USEC
  • Govt removes Customs duty from 25 critical minerals
  • Garment export dips
  • Containership fleet capacity growth fastest in 15 years
  • The MSME cluster initiative announced in the Budget is a game-changer
  • DBGT achieves major milestone by handling 4 million TEUs since inception
  • PIL upgrades its electronic Bill of Lading solution
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The Loadstar web site
JULY 24, 2024
  • Bangladesh 'jam-packed' with cargo as curfew and internet restrictions continue
  • 'Last chance' for US importers to stock up before possible east coast port strike
  • 'Kick-ass' DSV beats Kuehne to the punch
  • UPS Mexico takeover overshadowed by poor Q2 results
  • UPS drama - a Premium back and forth on key bits and pieces
  • Maersk Frankfurt heads for open water as container fire subsides
  • A dark tale - the paradox of St Petersburg's port throughput
  • Contract logistics the star performer as DSV unveils mixed Q2 results
  • Magma expands to Dubai with two freighters, as ASG keeps growing
  • ECU eyes 'organic growth' to double its market share in Latin America
  • HMM boosts capacity on PSX service amid surging exports to USWC
  • Making our employees our partners the right call for growth, says Cardinal CEO

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Marine Log web site
JULY 24, 2024
  • World's first battery-hybrid self-unloader will have Wärtsilä propulsion system
    Wärtsilä is to supply a hybrid-electric propulsion system for the 11,000 dwt battery-hybrid self-unloading limestone carrier recently ordered by Canada's CSL Group. As we reported earlier, CSL Group will build and operate
  • NTSB reports on $600,000 Great Lakes bulk carrier grounding
    The National Transportation Safety Board has released its report on a January 7, 2023, incident in which the 715-foot long, 1980-built Great Lakes bulk carrier American Mariner grounded on shoals, damaging three

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Container News web site
JULY 24, 2024
  • Southeast Toyota Distributors makes progress on new auto processing facility in Jacksonville
    Contractors for Southeast Toyota Distributors, the largest independent distributor of Toyotas worldwide, are making significant progress on a new 31,587 m² auto processing facility at JAXPORT's Blount Island Marine Terminal. According to a statement, J.E. Dunn Construction, the project's contractor, has finished the foundations and is now constructing the concrete walls. The installation of struc
  • Clariant selects FourKites to boost efficiency, response times and customer satisfaction
    Supply chain visibility provider FourKites has been chosen by Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, to provide comprehensive supply chain visibility for its ocean shipments. In just six weeks after implementing FourKites, Clariant achieved its highest-ever tracking percentage for international shipments, paving the way for rapid return on investment, streamlined operation
  • CMA CGM applies congestion surcharge in Guyana
    Due to the current congestion at the port of Georgetown in Guyana, CMA CGM is implementing a Port Congestion Surcharge (PCS). Effective from 22 July, based on the gate-in date (19 August for the United States and Puerto Rico and 22 August for Latin American countries under notice and the US Virgin Islands), this surcharge will apply to all cargo types from anywhere in the world destined to George
  • Port of Trelleborg proceeds with expansion project
    Nearly 50,000 m² have now been paved by Skanska in the new eastern section of the Port of Trelleborg. This asphalting project is part of the European Union (EU) initiative, "Rail-IT," which is co-financed by the Union. Alongside the paving, numerous pine trees have been planted to enhance the area with a greener and more pleasant atmosphere for its customers and travellers. According to the Swedi
  • Shifts in Container Rankings: ZIM surpasses Yang Ming, CMA CGM set to overtake Maersk
    MSC and ZIM Line are the fastest-growing mainline operators, according to the latest Alphaliner's report. MSC's fleet has now crossed the 6 million TEU mark, thanks to aggressive newbuilding orders and recent purchases of second-hand, albeit elderly vessels. The Swiss-Italian operator's latest newbuilding is the 16,616 TEU MSC Juliette, which Guangzhou Shipyard International delivered on 18 July,
  • Container ship fleet sees fastest growth in 15 years
    Since the beginning of the year, the capacity of the container ship fleet has increased by 1.6 million TEUs. "Compared to one year ago, the capacity has risen 11% to 29.5 million TEUs, the fastest fleet growth in 15 years," mentioned Niels Rasmussen, Chief Shipping Analyst at BIMCO. During the first half of 2024, the delivery of new ships reached a new high. A total of 264 ships with a combined c
  • CMA CGM applies peak season surcharge in Gabon
    CMA CGM has announced the implementation of a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) from the port of Libreville in Gabon. Effective from 15 August 2024 (loading date) until further notice (18 August 2024, for Latin American countries under notice, and 21 August 2024, for the US and US territories), this surcharge will apply to dry cargo originating from Libreville and destined to worldwide locations. The s
  • Port of Corpus Christi handles over 50 million tons in 2024 Q2
    In the second quarter of 2024, 50.1 million tons of cargo passed the Corpus Christi Ship Channel, marking a 1.7% rise compared to the same period in 2023. During this period, the US port experienced growth in shipments of crude oil, break bulk, and agricultural commodities. In particular, crude oil tonnage rose by 4.8% to 32.6 million tons, while breakbulk and agricultural cargoes increased by 52
  • Leschaco Colombia appoints new managing director
    Leschaco Group has announced the appointment of Mayerline Santamaria Neira as the new managing director for Leschaco Colombia and its subsidiaries, effective from 1 August 2024. This strategic leadership appointment follows the recent successful rebranding of the first four Colombian companies, emphasizing Leschaco's commitment to fostering growth and innovation in the region. To ensure a smooth
  • PIL upgrades its eBL solution
    Pacific International Lines (PIL) is partnering with WaveBL, a provider of digital trade solutions, to provide a wider range of electronic Bill of Lading (eBL) solutions to its customers. WaveBL's solution is expected to improve the ease, security, efficiency, and sustainability of PIL's trade documentation process. Additionally, it is anticipated to provide a fuss-free experience for customers w
  • Port of Long Beach names new Harbor Commission president
    Harbor Commissioner Bonnie Lowenthal was elected president of the Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners, the five-member board overseeing the Port of Long Beach (POLB). The board also appointed Frank Colonna as vice president and Steven Neal as secretary. Each July, Commissioners choose a president and two board officers for one-year terms. The new officers will begin their terms on 5 August,
  • Hapag Lloyd introduces new PSS from South Europe to Arabian Gulf
    Hapag-Lloyd has announced that a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) will be implemented for shipments from South Europe to certain destinations in the Arabian Gulf. This surcharge will apply to all 20' and 40' dry & reefer containers, including high cube equipment, starting with sailings on 3 August 2024, and will remain in effect until further notice. The PSS rates will be as follows: US$250 per 20' an

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Splash web site
JULY 24, 2024
  • Hafnia moves to offload cargo from fire-damaged tanker off Singapore
    Product tanker giant Hafnia is looking to remove the cargo from its fire-damaged ship that was involved in a collision with another tanker off Singapore last week. The BW Group company is in discussion with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) on a safe location to transfer naphtha from the 74,200 dwt Hafnia ...
  • Diana Shipping charters out ultramax to Stone Shipping
    New York-listed Greek bulker owner Diana Shipping has entered into a time charter contract with Stone Shipping for one of its ultramax dry bulk vessels. Stone Shipping hired the 2018-built, 60,404 dwt bulker DSI Polaris. The gross charter rate is $15,400 per day, minus a 5% commission paid to third parties, for a period until ...
  • Uniper taps Navigator-Bumi Armada JV for LCO2 export from UK project
    UK CO2 shipping and injection solutions joint venture company Bluestreak CO2 has entered into a memorandum of understanding with Düsseldorf-headquartered energy company Uniper to work on liquid CO2 export from a proposed facility in the UK. Under the agreement, the parties will explore the feasibility of implementing a jetty-moored floating liquid CO2 storage facility and ...
  • Seacon expands with double tanker bareboat deal
    China's Seacon Shipping continues to expand its footprint in the tanker segment by adding a pair of chemical carrier newbuildings through a bareboat charter deal. The Hong Kong-listed diversified owner and operator has inked contracts worth in aggregate about $55.9m with Yingxing Financial Leasing for 18,500 dwt units, which will be built at China's Wuhu ...
  • Aurora Offshore scores one-year PSV fixture with BP
    Borealis Maritime's offshore vessel arm, Aurora Offshore, has secured long-term employment for one of the platform supply vessels taken over from Viking Supply Ships earlier this year. Brokers report the 2021-built Aurora Cooper fixed to BP UK for one year plus options, with the charter likely starting next week. Dayrates for the LNG dual-fuel battery ...
  • Archer pens $40m drilling services deal in Brazil with Equinor
    Norwegian offshore service provider Archer has been awarded a two-year contract for platform drilling services for Equinor in Brazil. The estimated firm contract value awarded by the Norwegian giant is $40m and includes an optional two-year extension period. The deal will begin in November 2024 in direct continuation of Archer's current contract for drilling operations ...
  • Sanctioned Russian insurer clouds dark fleet picture further
    The complex insurance picture surrounding the so-called dark fleet of tankers trading around the world has become even more unsure. Following the UK government's decision to sanction Russian insurance provider Ingosstrakh earlier this year, London-headquartered West of England P&I Club has warned it may be constrained in its ability to provide cover for members with ...
  • Ocean Winds finds partner for upcoming Portuguese offshore wind tender
    Ocean Winds, an offshore wind player created as a 50-50 joint venture by EDP Renewables and Engie, has formed a strategic partnership with Martifer Renewables & Energy to jointly participate in Portugal's first tender for offshore wind farms set for later this year. This collaboration brings together Ocean Winds' experience in developing and operating offshore ...
  • Athenian Sea Carriers adds to chemical tanker newbuild series
    Greece's Athenian Sea Carriers has bolstered its chemical tanker orderbook in China. The Kyriakou family-controlled owner has exercised options for two 18,500 dwt vessels at Wuchang Shipbuilding Group taking its newbuilding programme at the yard to 10. These vessels will feature NOx-Tier III, EEDI Phase 3 compliance, and readiness for both LNG and methanol fuels. ...
  • Chinese commodity imports reach new highs
    All year long there has been a severe mismatch between the doom and gloom headlines surrounding the Chinese economy and the mountains of commodities shifting through the nation's ports. This dislocation is getting wider with the latest data from broker Braemar showing that in the second quarter China managed to break all records for dry ...
  • New Fortress Energy secures $700m loan for second Fast LNG unit
    US-based LNG player New Fortress Energy has closed a $700m loan which will fully fund the construction of its second Fast LNG unit (FLNG 2). The FLNG 2 unit will be developed in partnership with Mexico's state-owned utility Comisión Federal de Electricidad utilising its terminal infrastructure in Altamira. Fast LNG design is the first of ...
  • Euroseas fixes charter for 2007-built feeder boxship
    Nasdaq-listed Greek boxship owner Euroseas has entered a time charter contract for one of its feeder containerships. Euroseas won a charter for the 2007-built, 1,740 teu EM Spetses for a minimum period of 18 to a maximum period of 20 months at the charterer's discretion, at a gross daily rate of $18,100. The charter for ...
  • TechnipFMC wins new Petrobras contract
    Subsea contracting giant TechnipFMC has secured more work from Petrobras for the pre-salt fields offshore Brazil The New York-listed firm has sealed what it describes as a substantial deal for the design, engineering, and manufacture of flexible pipe for water injection and gas lift. "One of our core technologies will once again support Petrobras's ambitions," ...
  • MSC breaks ground on Paris box terminal
    Mediterranean Shipping Co's logistics arm, MEDLOG, has broken ground on a new multimodal platform in the Paris region. The MEDLOG Inland Terminal Paris-Bruyères project is part of a wider renovation project underway at the Port 2000 site in Le Havre and will provide rail and barge connections for the region's importers and exporters. The project ...
  • CMA CGM tipped to develop new Hamburg terminal with Eurogate
    Long a closed shop for overseas operators, the port of Hamburg is being tipped to welcome a third foreign liner investment. Alphaliner understands that the French ocean carrier CMA CGM and the German terminal operator and logistics group Eurogate have agreed to join forces in the development of a new container terminal at Germany's largest ...
  • Fire-struck Maersk ship moved away from Indian coastline
    Five days after a fire broke out on its maiden voyage, the blaze on the Maersk Frankfurt off Goa was finally doused yesterday. Small fires in some containers are still being reported, however. "The vessel is presently 13 nautical miles west of New Mangalore and heading towards open sea," the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) ...

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Lloyd's List web site
JULY 24, 2024
  • SFL follows Dorian's lead and sells shares. Are more offerings around the corner?
    Follow-on offerings by larger shipowners were a mainstay of US public markets in earlier eras. After a long drought, offerings...
  • What does Ursula von der Leyen's re-election mean for shipping?
    European shipping, and shipping in general, should benefit from a strong EU policy focused on growth and securing competitiveness. But...
  • First signs of Russia amassing 'dark fleet' of LNG carriers
    The purchase of assets for LNG shipments has all the hallmarks of dark fleet tanker development seen since 2022 when...
  • EU sanctions on Russian LNG could increase its imports
    A research paper by the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies said the EU's latest sanctions could create contract disputes, but...
  • Rate hikes and supplementary calls boost Japan Club financial statements
    Marine mutual highlights challenges facing insurers in wake of pandemic, including Ukraine invasion and Houthi assault on merchant vessels
  • EU to fund alternative marine fuel projects with ETS revenue
    Member states will be able to top up budget allocated to alternative bunker fuel production
  • Public can have confidence in FuelEU verification, argues Verifavia
    'We can have reasonable reassurance that there are no material misstatements in the data, no big mistake in those numbers...
  • Containership fleet growth hits 15-year record
    A combined 1.6m teu of containership newbuilding capacity was delivered in the first half of this year while only 51,000...
  • MPA collaborates with Hafnia on cargo transfer and towage plan following collision
    The cause of the collision remains unknown as investigations continue, Singapore and Malaysia authorities say
  • Fincantieri wins multi-billion dollar Carnival cruiseship order
    World's largest cruise vessel operator has ordered trio of 230,000 gt vessels at Italian cruise and naval vessel shipbuilding specialist...
  • US partners with South Korea to rebuild shipbuilding industry while keeping pressure on China
    South Korean shipbuilders are seeking to establish a bridgehead in the US Navy's maintenance, repair and overhaul business through co-operation
  • MSC breaks ground on Paris multimodal terminal
    The terminal is part of a wider project to renovate Port 2000 at Le Havre, with an aim for the...
  • India Coast Guard says major fire on Maersk Frankfurt 'doused'
    India Coast Guard has deployed a pollution control vessel on site to help prevent leaking
  • Daily Briefing
    Drone strikes spark armed security rethink | Red Sea attacks continue as four vessels attacked in past week | Over-reliance...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JULY 24, 2024
  • ODFL's LTL freight volume rising despite soft industrial demand
    More business from logistics partners and retailers helped increase daily shipment count for the second-largest US LTL provider, but year-over-year comps are about to get tougher.
  • MSC restores trans-Pacific Liberty service with new call at Philadelphia
    The carrier said the move was a response to "ongoing robust demand" on the trade lane, becoming the second trans-Pacific service MSC has relaunched this year.
  • CN sees some diversion of intermodal freight to US amid labor uncertainty
    Ocean carriers and shippers are diverting some intermodal freight to US ports to counter the threat of a Teamsters strike against Canadian railroads.
  • PIL turns to software vendor to meet 2030 eBL target
    The Singapore-based ocean carrier is the fifth shipping line to use WaveBL's electronic bill of lading product.
  • High ocean demand from Asia shows signs of peaking: DSV CEO
    Jens Lund believes the supply and demand balance on the major trade lanes is being restored as front-loaded shipments make their way through the supply chain.

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TradeWinds web site
JULY 24, 2024
  • JP Morgan's Norwegian Car Carriers signs order 'ramping up its green fleet'
    Oslo-headquartered shipowner books third LNG-fuelled ship at CIMC Raffles
  • Top Ships strikes deal to buy 'mega-yacht' from boss Evangelos Pistiolis
    Para Bellum to be chartered out on short-term deals
  • Rio Tinto shows decarbonisation commitment with new Eastern Pacific dual-fuel vessel
    Mount Ossa unveiled as ninth member of its chartered newcastlemax fleet
  • SFL leads plunging US shipping shares after $100m fundraiser prices at a discount
    John Fredriksen-backed company follows its playbook for stacking acquisition powder
  • Gas industry body Sigtto on hunt for new CEO as Ian Revell steps down
    Health issues push chief of tanker and terminal membership organisation to resign
  • Dorian LPG springs $42.6m dividend to share cash pile with investors
    Preview of earnings shows quarterly revenue growth
  • Navigator and Bumi Armada plot fleet of vessels for carbon shipping project with Uniper
    Joint venture partners to explore building fleet of ships to export waste gas from Kent power station
  • VLCC rates strike six-week high driven by pent-up charterer demand
    Middle East and West African activity drives earnings up 61% in a week
  • How blacklisted shipowners have hijacked Hong Kong
    Sovcomflot and Fesco have set up subsidiaries there since the invasion of Ukraine
  • Japan turns to tankers to fight jet fuel shortage as refinery maintenance bites
    Government outlines plans to cope with greater need due to high summer travel volumes
  • Oldendorff Carriers sells bulker brace as German giant cashes in on rising prices
    Prices are rising and German owner-operator has getting more with every sale
  • Frontera unveils new Colombian LPG import project to boost VLGC demand
    Canadian energy company setting up joint venture to supply growing need for gas from 2027
  • Oil sheen spotted around fire-damaged Hafnia tanker involved in collision with VLCC
    Owner says equipment was taken from tug to stop seepage
  • Maersk in danger of surrendering second spot in global container line rankings at time of record growth
    MSC leads the pack, but CMA CGM remains set to overtake Maersk
  • Capesize S&P market humming with fresh batch of deals at 'very liquid low point'
    Four capesizes aged more than 14 years are stilling Chinese thirst for big bulkers
  • From New York to Cork: How former shipbroker and Wall Street banker 'woke up' at Ardmore
    All roads eventually led to Ireland for new tanker company bosses
  • Danny Ungar's Unity Maritime snaps up bulker as expansion push extends
    UK company says deal is another milestone as it looks to further growth
  • JP Morgan linked to purchase of Oriental Energy VLGCs with new pair fixed out to trader
    US bank has lined up employment for the gas carriers with Mercuria
  • New Fortress plans to deliver its first produced LNG cargo in August
    Company closes $700m load to kick-start second liquefaction project in Mexico
  • Tanker owners face billions in extra costs from European Union fuel regulations
    Fuel EU Maritime costs will top compliance costs for the EU ETC by 2035, BRS Group said
  • TMI boss Ed Buttery sees pay jump after taking on dual-CEO role
    London-listed bulker company sees overall wage bill drop
  • Gail (India) returns to market in search of long-term LNG carrier tonnage
    Seven-year period hire could be extended out to 2038 as Indian gas buyer eyes vessel stake
  • Ardmore Shipping taps 'strong bench' as it prepares for life after Tony Gurnee
    Gernot Ruppelt and Bart Kelleher outline their plans for Ireland-based tanker owner after the departure of founder Anthony Gurnee
  • Aon: P&I clubs will struggle to justify premium increases in 2025
    Broker says strong investment profits and low claims leave mutuals in strong shape
  • Leaner Taylor Maritime Investments begins 'new chapter' after selling 21 bulkers
    Boss Buttery excited about prospects of younger fleet and integration of subsidiary Grindrod Shipping
  • Euroseas clinches 'lucrative' feeder ship charter to replace bumper Zim fixture
    US-listed owner says container ship market fundamentals 'remain quite strong'
  • 'Goldilocks zone': New Ardmore leaders open up on growth plans after inheriting a success story in a bull market
    Gernot Ruppelt and Bart Kelleher outline their plans for Ireland-based tanker owner after the departure of founder Anthony Gurnee
  • John Fredriksen's SFL raises $100m to boost vessel acquisition capacity
    Underwriters have option to buy additional $15m of shares
  • Fredriksen's SFL raises $100m in share offering to boost vessel acquisition capacity
    Underwriters have option to buy additional $15m of shares
  • Dredger seized in Malaysia over claims of illegally sucking up sand
    The sand digger ship was being controlled by foreigners who failed to provide valid legal documents
  • Martin Helweg leaves top spot at Dubai offshore giant
    P&O Maritime Logistics CEO is the second senior shipping executive to leave DP World fold within a week
  • HPH Trust's interim profit jumps as peak season starts early
    Terminal operator says it has benefited from Red Sea crisis at the expense of regional rivals
  • Malaysia opens investigation into fiery tanker collision
    Ships will be towed to a safe anchorage for further inquiries

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American Shipper web site
JULY 24, 2024
  • Airfreight, contract logistics boost Kuehne+Nagel, DSV results
    The recovery of the air and ocean logistics market since the start of the year helped improve second-quarter results at Kuehne+Nagel and DSV.
  • Brazil approves Embraer structural modification for E190 freighter
    The Embraer E190 cargo jet is getting closer to commercial service after Brazil's aviation authority signed off on the passenger-to-freighter conversion plan.

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Federlogistica, the possible collapse of road transport is a risk for the country
Genoa/Modena
Ruote Libere reports that the government only needs to allocate a little money to avoid having to deal with the real problems of road hauliers
Second edition of the European Maritime Transport Environmental Report published
Lisbon/Copenhagen
The new report indicates that promising progress has been made in several areas
WSC, MEPC must provide clear measures to decarbonise shipping this week
Washington
Wood-Thomas: It is not possible that these decisions can be postponed to guidelines developed in two years
ZIM to charter ten new 11,500 TEU dual-fuel LNG containerships
Haifa
The Chinese shipyard Zhoushan Changhong Shipyard will deliver them between 2027 and 2028
COSCO expects to post quarterly net profit growth of +72.1%
Hong Kong
Operating profit expected for January-March period of 16.57 billion yuan (+66.1%)
Rixi tells Rixi to hurry up and finally launch the port governance reform
Genoa
The vice minister presented a motion to the League congress that places the need for this reform at the centre
NCLH to charter two cruise ships to Cordelia Cruises and two more to Crescent Seas
Miami
The agreements include options to purchase the naval units
Carnival orders two new cruise ships from Fincantieri for AIDA Cruises brand
Miami/Trieste
Equipped with approximately 2,100 cabins, they will be delivered at the beginning of 2030 and at the end of 2031.
The number of ship transits through the Suez Canal has never been so low in recent decades
The number of ship transits through the Suez Canal has never been so low in recent decades
Ismailia
In February, traffic was 864 vessels, down -22.9%
Terminal Intermodale Venezia, concession contract renewed
Terminal Intermodale Venezia, concession contract renewed
Venice
The duration of the agreement is 25 years. Investments of over 100 million euros are expected
Ahead of the election, Australia is arguing over who will oust China's Landbridge from the Port of Darwin
US tariffs will cause a four percentage point reduction in the expected volume of world trade
Geneva
The World Trade Organization believes so
84% of new constructions ordered by the Italian navy will be built in China
Rome
Analysis by the Confitarma Study Center on the possible impacts of US duties on the national shipping industry
GNV ships will call at Algerian ports for the first time
Genoa
In summer, the weekly connections Sète-Algiers and Sète-Bejaia will be activated
Boluda Towage and Marsa Maroc to operate towage services in the new port of Nador West Med
Valencia
Denton (ICC): Trump's tariffs pose a crucial challenge to rules-based trade governance
Denton (ICC): Trump's tariffs pose a crucial challenge to rules-based trade governance
Paris
Rather, he stressed, multilateral solutions are needed to resolve the long-standing inefficiencies and inequalities in the global trading system.
Guerrieri appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Leghorn
The mandate granted by MIT has no expiration date
APM Terminals buys the Panama Canal Railway Company
The Hague
The company operates the railway line parallel and adjacent to the Panama Canal
Piloda plans a hub for ship repair, refitting and demolition in the port of Brindisi
Naples
Expression of interest for the reconversion and reindustrialization of the former coal power plant area
Kuehne+Nagel to handle spare parts logistics for Changan electric cars in the European market
Schindellegi
Agreement with the Chinese car manufacturer
A.P. Møller Holding submits offer to acquire entire share capital of towing company Svitzer
AP Møller Holding submits offer to acquire entire share capital of towing company Svitzer
Copenhagen
The Mærsk family investment company already owns 47.0% of the company
Public interest declared for MSC, Neri and Lorenzini's project for a new container terminal in Livorno
Leghorn
Slight annual growth in freight traffic in Italian ports driven by containers
Slight annual growth in freight traffic in Italian ports driven by containers
Rome
In the container segment, the strong increase in transhipments offset the decline in imports and exports
Turkey's Desan Shipyard in talks to take over Mangalia shipyard
Bucharest
The Tuzla plant is much smaller than the Romanian one
Six international shipping associations present a guide to planning safe navigation
London
TUI awards Fincantieri contract for two new cruise ships for Marella Cruises
Hanover/Trieste
Deliveries are scheduled for 2030 and 2032
ESPO urges EU and Member States to allocate funds to decarbonise ships and ports
Brussels
Earmarking Innovation Fund proceeds to stimulate demand for clean marine fuels
China Antitrust Launches Investigation into Hutchison Ports' Panama Terminal Sale
Beijing/Hong Kong
Panama Ports Company operates the Balboa and Cristobal ports
PSA posts annual revenue growth, but profits fall
Singapore
Sharp increase in operating costs across the board
Temporary Port Labor Supply Company in Cagliari Extended for Another 18 Months
Cagliari
In 2024, cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by +3.5%
Beijing
Increase of +6.9% in traffic with foreign countries. In the first two months of 2025, 1.75 billion tons were moved (+1.6%)
Chinese container maker CIMC posts bumper 2024
Hong Kong
Almost 3.6 million containers sold (+372%). Record revenues
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AAL Shipping sceglie il sistema di consulenza marina di ABB per ottimizzare la flotta Super B-Class
In February, freight traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -4.4% and in Savona-Vado it increased by +24.5%
Genoa
Cruise and ferry passenger decline
ICS, Trump's proposed measures against Chinese ships risk having significant unwanted consequences, even for the US
Washington
Strong opposition to their introduction also expressed by the WSC
Intercargo, international measures for decarbonisation of shipping must be simple and clear
London
Gkonis: Must not compromise operational efficiency and smooth global transport of essential goods
Port of Barcelona invests 124 million to develop sustainable fuel traffic
Barcelona
Construction of three new moorings at Moll de l'Energia
In 2024, freight traffic in the port of Catania began to grow again. A decline in Augusta
In 2024, freight traffic in the port of Catania began to grow again. A decline in Augusta
Augusta
A total of 7.9 million and 23.0 million tons of cargo were handled
In 2024, the terminal operator HHLA recorded record revenues with a growth of +10.5%
Hamburg
Profit after taxes amounted to 56.4 million euros (+33.1%)
Launch of a public consultation for the updating of the PRPs of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Genoa
The involvement of territorial, economic and social communities is foreseen
ITU, ICAO and IMO highlight risks to maritime and air transport caused by attacks on satellite communications
Geneva/Montreal/London
Call on UN States to Protect These Critical Systems
London Government presents its strategy for decarbonising maritime transport
London
The measures for ports will be defined after a public consultation that will take place in the coming months
HII-HHI Agreement to Accelerate US and South Korean Naval Production
National Harbor
The aim is to strengthen the naval industrial base of the two nations.
Panama Ports Company Accused of Violating Terms of Concession Agreement
Panama
Panama's Auditor General announced the filing of criminal charges
Colombo West International Terminal has become operational
Ahmedabad
It has a traffic capacity of 3.2 million TEUs
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
The new multifunctional border control structure PCF - PED/PDI Point completed in the port of Gioia Tauro
Joy Taurus
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
MSC Group's new cruise terminal inaugurated in Miami
Miami
It can accommodate three large ships at the same time
In February, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +2.1%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo increases, miscellaneous cargo declines
In 2024, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane recorded a net loss of -208 million euros
Rome
Revenues up by +11.7%. The group's freight transported increased thanks to the acquisition of Exploris
Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
Conference to celebrate the centenary of the company
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The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
VARD to build offshore dive vessel for Dong Fang Offshore
Alesund/Trieste
The contract is worth 113.5 million euros
Next week Italian ports will participate in Seatrade Cruise Global
Rome
Initiative brand: "CruiseItaly - One Country, Many Destinations"
MSC Group Cruise Terminal Officially Inaugurated in the Port of Barcelona
Barcelona
In 2027 it will be equipped with a cold ironing plant
Marcegaglia and Nova Marine Carriers form NovaMar Logistic joint venture
Lugano/Gazoldo of the Ippoliti
A general cargo ship will transport raw materials to the steel group's plants
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Introduced most of the innovative technologies currently available
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
Decarbonisation of maritime transport will be faster in the EU and the US
DHL Acquires CRYOPDP
Bonn/Nashville
The company provides courier services for clinics and healthcare
Over a million to the port companies of Livorno and Piombino to acquire green vehicles
Leghorn
The ranking for admission to the PNRR-Next Gen Eu contributions has been published
COSCO Shipping Development Co.'s container sales increased by +204.1% in 2024
Shanghai
The related turnover increased by +124.0%
The call for funding for the purchase of electric vehicles in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado has been published
Genoa
Yang Ming Buys Three New 8,000 TEU Containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
It will take place at the headquarters of the Port Authority of Genoa
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
Govt. to woo top ten shipping liners in world for Colombo port expansion
(Daily Mirror)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Construction of a cruise ship for Regent Seven Seas Cruises begins in Marghera
Trieste
Fincantieri will deliver the unit in 2026
Federlogistica establishes operational offices in Spain and Brazil
Genoa
The aim is to go beyond theoretical cooperative relationships
Over a Ton of Cocaine Seized in the Port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
If placed on the market it would have generated over 187 million euros
In 2024, the economic results of Interporto Padova reached record values
Padua
Revenues up +17%
Three ceremonies at the Saint-Nazaire shipyard for three new MSC Cruises ships
Geneva
New flagship "MSC World America" delivered
German railway company DB Cargo reduced losses in 2024
Berlin
Revenues down again. -9.0% drop in freight volumes
NovaAlgoma orders second 38,000 dwt cement carrier in China
Lugano
It will be taken over in 2027
Customs agreement between Italy and Brazil to facilitate trade
Brasilia
Mission of the Customs and Monopolies Agency in the South American nation
A team from La Spezia Container Terminal in Rotterdam to test advanced technologies
The Spice
ECT Hutchinson Ports Training Center Visited
The assembly of Genoese freight forwarders on Monday
Genoa
It will be held at the Palazzo della Borsa in Genoa
Assarmatori, in Italy the ferry segment cannot bear the burden of the EU ETS in a very fragile market situation
Brussels
The website of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard has been renewed
Rome
It has become a single digital access point to documents and services
In 2024, inland waterway freight transport in Germany increased by +1.2%
Wiesbaden
The volume, at 173.8 million tonnes, is the second lowest since 1990.
APM Terminals Granted Port of New York - New Jersey Concession Renewal
New York
Contract for a period of 33 years. Investments of 500 million dollars are expected
Experimentation of crane automation has begun at the Interporto Padova terminal
Padua
The interport company awarded the "Industria Felix 2025 Award"
Container traffic in the port of Algeciras fell by -17.0% in February
Algeciras
Both import-export volumes and transhipment are decreasing
New cruise company Crescent Seas has been founded in Miami
Miami
The fleet, initially consisting of one ship from Regent Seven Seas Cruises, will grow to five units within the next five years
In 2024, the volume of vehicles transported by Wallenius Wilhelmsen's fleet decreased by -9.7%
Oslo
Traffic down on almost all global routes
Agreement between Assoporti and Assologistica and the Florida trade, transport and port authorities
Rome
It was signed today
In April a mission in Albania of The International Propeller Clubs - Italy
Genoa
It will take place on the 9th and 10th in Tirana and Durres
COSCO Shipping Ports revenues rose to a record $1.5 billion in 2024 (+3.3%)
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone, a decrease of -3.0%
SO.RI.MA. (FHP group) granted a concession of an area of 125 thousand square meters in the port of Chioggia
Venice
Investments of 11.5 million euros expected over 25 years
Contship Italia’s intermodal network has been extended to the Gulf Terminal in La Spezia
Melzo
Connections with the inland terminals of Milan, Modena and Padua
Container traffic in the port of Valencia grew by +15.2% last month
Valencia
The overall volume of goods handled increased by +6.8%
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority obtains gender equality certification
Leghorn
It is the first Italian port authority to obtain this recognition
Container traffic growth weakens at ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
Los Angeles/Long Beach
Last month, increases of +2.6% and +13.4% respectively were recorded
Porto Marghera, renewal of concession to Terminal Rinfuse Venezia
Venice
New 25-year contract. Investments of over 53 million euros expected
Carnival Sets New Low Season Quarter Records December-February
Miami
Positive outlook for the remainder of the 2025 financial year
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