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Exim India web site
MARCH 26, 2024
  • International trade seen rebounding in 2024
  • Red Sea crisis could increase emissions, end 'slow steaming': Report
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (22 March 2024)
  • AD Ports Group acquires majority stake in Georgia's Tbilisi Dry Port
  • Speed trial at 110 kmph permitted on section of EDFC after inspection
  • CONCOR CMD assures efficient, reliable & quality services at ICD Sanathnagar
  • Line 2023 profitability close to pre-pandemic levels
  • 'Compilation of Frequently Asked Questions - Your Quick Guide' presented to Additional Director General of Foreign Trade
  • Saudi Ports Authority announces King Abdul Aziz Port in Dammam becoming part of UIG service
  • Examination Procedure of LCL cargo marked suspicious by CSD
  • Mahindra signs MoU with Adani Total Energies, broadening EV charging infrastructure access
  • Govt urged to lift onion exports ban
  • Tractor exports up
  • Pirate ship capture shows India's world class special forces: Analysts
  • Support for 2-wheelers & 3-wheelers under e-mobility scheme
  • CMA CGM announces upgrade to service between Jeddah and North Red Sea in partnership with Folk Maritime
  • MOL Coastal Shipping to start concept study on large coastal ammonia carrier
  • DNV establishes Tanker and Bulker Expert Team in China
  • India, US announce mutually agreed solution in dispute over agricultural import measures
  • Maersk says too early to resume Red Sea sailings
  • DGFT notifies continuation of capping of interest subsidy for exporters in Q1FY25
  • Sabroom ICP launch seen opening new era in India, B'desh relations

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International Transport Journal web site
MARCH 26, 2024
  • Teamwork gets goods on track
  • Solent rail terminal opened
  • Making "mini freighters" play the biggest role
  • A VP for sales in the Americas
  • Rail sector needs planning security
  • Tightening ties between the UAE and Africa
  • Strengthening a site in Shenzhen
  • Pursuing sustainability and growth
  • UPS continues investments in Asia Pacific
  • Princeton TMX appoints CCO
  • Status reports with GPS
  • A stylish New Jersey hub
  • Oceanis analyses impact of rising rates
  • First Ceiv Pharma certification in Puerto Rico
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Vacad re-elects chairman of the board
  • Expanding pallet network in East Anglia
  • Easter week to pack a punch
  • Digital advances to improve port efficiency

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The Loadstar web site
MARCH 25, 2024
  • Diversions from Red Sea proving a real 'silver lining' for carriers
  • OceanX: 'Untransformed Schenker' stands out
  • Yang Ming unveils fleet renewal plan, but is cautious long-term
  • Indian Customs to auction uncleared export boxes at Nhava Sheva
  • UK cars reaching Russia - exports from ex-Soviet countries bypass sanctions
  • If the culture of a company is defined by its leaders, Hactl is flying
  • Shock for CMA CGM as a deputy CEO decides to quit
  • IMO-watchers praise tentative progress on GHGs and new Arctic ECAs

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Marine Log web site
MARCH 25, 2024
  • Funding for Chouest icebreaker Aiviq included in FY2024 Homeland Security Appropriations Act
    Alaska U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan and Lisa Murkowski (both R.-Alaska) and Representative Mary Peltola (D.-Alaska) today announced that they have successfully secured federal funding for the purchase of a commercially available Icebreaker
  • MEPC 81: A global carbon tax on shipping is getting closer
    As IMO's MEPC 81 was going on in London last week, ABS Chairman and CEO Christopher J. Wiernicki was telling a session of the CERAWeek energy conference in Houston that a universal,
  • Strategic inks agreement to develop novel CTV using SES technology
    Singapore shipbuilder Strategic Marine has signed an agreement with Norwegian ship designer ESNA (Espeland and Skomedal Naval Architects) to develop an offshore wind crew transfer vessel using an SES (surface effect ship)
  • Houthi missile hits Chinese owned tanker Huang Pu
    Casting more doubts on reports that the Houthis have done sort of a deal to not target Chinese (or Russian) ships, the Iranian-backed terrorist group on March 23 launched four anti-ship ballistic
  • Ingram Marine christens three new towboats
    Earlier this month, Ingram Marine Group, Nashville, Tenn., held a christening ceremony for three new vessels: the M/V Patrick L. Morton, M/V Teresa Sprouse and M/V Gary L. Holman. The towboats, built by Houma, La.-based Main Iron
  • Svitzer plans to field test methanol-fueled MAN 175D in new tug
    MAN Energy Solutions and Svitzer have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on developing a methanol-fueled version of the MAN 175D engine, designated the175DF-M (Dual Fuel-Methanol). The MoU targets finalization of
  • WIMOs hosts biggest event to date
    The Women in Maritime Operations (WIMOs) third annual clay shoot event saw 50% more teams participate on March 21 at Providence Plantation in Rosharon, Texas, than last year. In total, 56 companies
  • Op-Ed: How OSV shortages are driving digitalization
    By Damien Bertin, Business Director, Opsealog Amid the escalating demand, the industry faces offshore support vessel (OSV) shortages, many of which were scrapped or withdrawn from the market during the pandemic. The

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Container News web site
MARCH 25, 2024
  • Advanced Tactics for Protecting Your Brand's Online Reputation
    Your brand's reputation needs to be protected, as a person is likely to use an Internet search to get to know your company. The results that appear on the first page are of the greatest importance; using links, a person gets a first impression of the organization. A good reputation is important when your new partners, sponsors, and clients are trying to get information about you. The larger the c
  • Bolloré Logistics Italy partners with Alha Group on LNG biofuel trucks
    Bolloré Logistics Italy is intensifying its dedication to sustainable practices by securing the exclusive utilization of two biofuel trucks through its partnership with Alha Group, a major player in Italy's air cargo sector. These trucks, provided by Alha Group, offer a significant reduction in carbon dioxide emissions while maintaining equivalent load capacity, mileage, and load safety compared

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Splash web site
MARCH 25, 2024
  • Victor Restis wins ruling in UK debt court battle with Newcastle United co-owner
    Greek shipowner Victor Restis has triumphed over Newcastle United co-owner Amanda Staveley in a London High Court dispute involving a historic debt of £3.4m ($4.3m). The UK sports financier's attempt to set aside a bankruptcy petition filed by Restis last year over allegations that she didn't pay back a multimillion-pound debt was dismissed by the ...
  • ESNA, Strategic Marine developing surface effect CTV for offshore wind market
    Norwegian ship design company ESNA and Singapore-based shipbuilder Strategic Marine have signed an agreement to develop a surface effect ship crew transfer vessel (SES CTV) for offshore wind applications. The agreement is based on the two working together on three SES crew boats for oil and gas, set for completion this year. This new deal ...
  • Wallenius Wilhelmsen adds four more options to car carrier series in China
    Norwegian car carrier operator Wallenius Wilhelmsen has added four more optional vessels to its series of methanol dual-fuel and ammonia-ready newbuildings in China. The Oslo-listed company has secured options for four more 9,300 ceu vessels at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard, adding to the existing four optional and eight firm newbuilds booked at the yard. Wallenius ...
  • Rumours of Houthi truce with China and Russia fall flat with latest tanker attack
    Putting paid to reports last week that Chinese and Russian ships were to be given safe passage through the Red Sea by the Houthis, a Chinese tanker was attacked by missiles fired from Yemen on Saturday. A total of five missiles were aimed at the Huang Pu, a 2009-built aframax. The Chinese manned vessel, carrying ...
  • Navios boosts LR2 orderbook in China
    Angeliki Frangou's Navios Maritime Partners has returned to China's Zhoushan Changhong International Shipyard for two additional aframax/LR2/ newbuilds. The deal signed at the delivery of one of the 5,300 teu containership newbuilds the New York-listed company has at Zhoushan Changhong, will now lift its LR2 orderbook at the yard to six vessels. Although brokers are ...
  • World's first ammonia bunkering terminal to be built in Norway
    The Norwegian Directorate for Civil Protection has given its approval to the construction of the planned ammonia bunkering facility at the Fjord Base in Florø, Norway. The planned terminal is part of Yara Clean Ammonia and Azane's efforts to make low-emission ammonia a common fuel for shipping. Back in 2022, Yara International and Azane struck ...
  • Geneva Dry Dialogues: Marfin Management
    Wind propulsion adoption will gain greater traction this year as data from trials make a convincing investment argument. That's the point of view of Alex Albertini, CEO of Monaco-based Marfin Management, an operator in the handy and supramax space, and panellist in the upcoming dry decarbonisation session on day two at May's Geneva Dry conference. ...
  • Cyan Renewables makes takeover offer for MMA Offshore
    Singapore-based offshore wind vessel pure-play Cyan Renewables has made an offer to buy 100% of shares in Perth-based OSV operator MMA Offshore. Cyan, a subsidiary of Cyan Renewables, offered to buy stakes in the Australian company for AUD 2.60 ($1.7) per share. The takeover scheme values MMA's equity at approximately AUD 1.03bn ($671.4m), on a ...
  • Sinokor takes huge profit from newcastlemax sales
    Sinokor Merchant Marine of South Korea has sold three newcastlemaxes to compatriot Pan Ocean. Sinokor has pocketed $213m from the sale of three 2020-delivered sister ships, the 208,000 dwt Atlantic Dragon, Atlantic Lion and Atlantic Tiger. Sinokor ordered the ships back in 2018 for $51m each and has managed to sell them on for $71m ...
  • Global greenhouse gas levy likely in 2027
    The 81st meeting of the Maritime Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) wrapped up at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) last week with a greenhouse gas (GHG) levy now likely to be introduced by 2027. According to a read-out from UMAS, London-based watchers of green shipping regulation, there was positive momentum built at the meeting, with an ...

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Lloyd's List web site
MARCH 25, 2024
  • Shipping welcomes 'genuine' MEPC progress
    Industry groups hailed the IMO's work laying the foundations of a carbon price and green fuel standard, as well as...
  • Somali piracy is back and a show of force from India may not be enough to stop it
    There are four known pirate groups stalking the Indian Ocean for ships to hijack and 22 Indian naval assets trying...
  • Dark fleet suezmax and fire-damaged boxship sold for recycling
    A 24-year-old suezmax tanker, which changed name and flag multiple times, has been sold to Indian recyclers. Meanwhile, a Danaos-owned...
  • The week in charts: Red Sea rerouting hits Med hubs | Novorossiysk-bound ships detour | Fresh flag of choice for Russia-calling dark fleet | ONE outlines growth plan
    Red Sea crisis causes drop in eastern Mediterranean vessel calls heightened drone threat prompts Black Sea diversions, while Antigua and...
  • 'OSRA 2.0' passes US House as lawmakers seek more checks on China
    The US House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly in favour of a bill dubbed 'OSRA 2.0' that, among others, gives the...
  • Australia's ports face more protests
    Pro-Palestine protestors have caused further road closures at terminals in Melbourne and Sydney. But Zim-operated vessel is serving Asia-Australia trade...
  • Wah Kwong takes stake in CSSC's maritime tech unit
    Shenzhen-based tech company Zhendui Industry Artificial Intelligence provides intelligent systems and data service for maritime enterprises
  • Swedish Club combined ratio steady on last time round
    Strong focus on compliance and regulatory requirements, says Nordberg
  • Yang Ming cautious on market outlook amid newbuild inflow and geopolitical uncertainty
    Taiwanese carrier says The Alliance has begun sending ships back through the Panama Canal as drought conditions there improve. However...
  • The week in newbuildings: Greek and UK shipowners pen LR2 orders in China
    Orders for four bulkers, two gas carriers, three offshore vessels and 13 tankers recorded in past week
  • Marine insurers told 'standing still is not an option' in face of industry disruption
    Changing supply chain practices hold 'significant implications' for seaborne transportation, London conference hears
  • MSC to acquire French logistics operator
    The latest stage of logistics consolidation sees MSC subsidiary SAS acquire French outfit. Deal is expected to close this year
  • Daily Briefing
    High spirits and hard questions in the looming IMO green levy debate | Misdeclaration of containers undermines IMO efforts to...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
MARCH 25, 2024
  • Vancouver hit by new round of rail congestion amid early year import surge
    The port is struggling to relieve excessive rail container dwells on its docks caused by an unexpected jump in imports and what some stakeholders say is an inadequate supply of railcars.
  • New Maersk facility in Tijuana taps into growing low-value Mexico-US trade
    Maersk is the first container line to publicly promote a direct pipeline of ocean freight to what's known as Section 321 shipments, though the model has been used for years by freight forwarders.
  • Red Sea diversions keep shipping emissions at 'dangerously high' levels: report
    Meeting interim emissions benchmarks will be increasingly difficult unless decisive policy action is taken, according to a new report from consultancy AlixPartners.
  • MSC unit secures takeover of French forwarder Clasquin
    The acquisition will add significant volume of air and ocean cargo to the MSC subsidiary and extend its reach into European markets.

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TradeWinds web site
MARCH 25, 2024
  • Sinokor sets new benchmark price with sale of newcastlemax trio
    The vessels - all named after wild beasts - are said to have achieved a ferocious price
  • Shipowner Victor Restis triumphs in court debt battle with Newcastle United co-owner Amanda Staveley
    London High Court rules Greek shipowner is owed $4.4m in row over loan arranged in 2008
  • Soaring capesize prices add shine to Star Bulk deal for Eagle investors
    Clarksons says acquisition now valued at $836m should prove extra appealing to Eagle Bulk voters
  • Fincantieri, RINA and Eni forge alliance to help maritime sector hit net-zero goals
    Partners pledge to work together on medium to long-term decarbonisation projects
  • Victor Restis triumphs in court debt battle with Newcastle United co-owner Amanda Staveley
    London High Court rules Greek shipowner is owed $4.4m in row over loan arranged in 2008
  • Can the US economy rescue container shipping in 2024?
    Strong container growth is anticipated as consumer spending on goods remains robust
  • Hafnia finance chief Van Echtelt pays $3,600 for shares worth $1.6m in option play
    Steep share price since 2021 puts tanker executive firmly in the money
  • 'Money is out there': How shipowners can play their cards right in market awash with cash
    German firm says banks have decreased pricing to maintain and grow portfolio size
  • Castor Maritime aims to keep Nasdaq happy with reverse stock split as clock ticks
    Cyprus-based owner running out of time to regain compliance with minimum share price
  • Product tanker rates some of the highest in three decades
    LR2s stay hot while MRs make gains despite diverging geographic fortunes
  • Turkish carrier bags feeders from Greek and German owners
    Medkon continues fleet expansion with acquisition of feeder brace
  • Robert Uggla warns 'massive orderbooks' will weigh heavily on container freight rates
    Results slump after record 2022 for Demark's AP Moller Group
  • Euronav defends 'substantial' trading volumes as buybacks shrink free float
    Belgian tanker owner admits number of shares still beyond the Saverys family's control is 'limited' in percentage terms
  • CMA CGM partners with Saudi newcomer for Red Sea service
    Liner start-up charters boxship after agreeing expanded service with French carrier
  • Seapeak reviews its options for three redelivering steam turbine LNG carriers
    Trio of older vessels coming off charters catches the eye among a larger group of six ships running off term business
  • WFW builds shipping team with partners from Stephenson Harwood and Ince
    UK-headquartered law firm adds to expertise in London and Dubai
  • Shipowner George Procopiou inks eight suezmax tankers amid $3.8bn newbuilding spree
    Greek player has 66 tanker and bulk carrier newbuildings on order
  • German export bank KfW IPEX-Bank boosts shipping lending to €14.7bn
    Frankfurt bank hikes maritime activity in year containing multiple crises
  • Marinakis welcomes Sunak to City Ground to kick off sports health initiative
    UK prime minister visits shipping tycoon's Nottingham Forest to launch 'Vision for Sport'
  • Wallenius Wilhelmsen newbuilding coup secures earlier delivery for latest dual-fuel quartet
    Norwegian owner cautious on committing to more firm vessels, but order spree could hit 16 ships
  • Wavelength podcast: Norwegian shipowners feel heat from the taxman
    This week's Wavelength Podcast from the TradeWinds editorial team
  • Clarksons reaches out to young carers and patients through Renaissance charity
    Head of human resources Harriet Oliver visited female-focused event to help inspire 'journey of renewal'
  • Saverys family tightens grip on Euronav as it buys up $73m in stock
    Shipowner has board authorisation to acquire 10m shares until the end of June
  • All Indian refineries stop taking oil on Sovcomflot tankers
    Move follows decision by Reliance to halt deliveries last week
  • Navios lifts LR2 tanker newbuilding tally at Chinese shipbuilder Zhoushan Changhong
    Greek company has 12 aframax product carriers on order
  • PSA International sees profit fall amid 'challenging market conditions'
    Company says it will continue to focus on expanding its core port business despite uncertainty in global trade
  • First suezmax demo deal for 2024 done as tanker with chequered past heads for the beach
    Jal Gamini appears to have spent final years of its life shuttling between Malaysian anchorages and ports in China
  • Cyan Renewables launches $680m takeover bid for MMA Offshore
    Australian offshore player's board claims takeover deal is in the best interests of its shareholders
  • PSA International sees profit fall amid 'challenging market conditions'
    Company says it will continue to focus on expanding its core port business despite uncertainty in global trade
  • Trans Mountain Pipeline expansion to boost Pacific aframax demand, says Poten
    Increased Canadian barrels will face a range of competitors for market share in Asia and the US

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American Shipper web site
MARCH 25, 2024
  • Uzbekistan-based cargo airline My Freighter adds third Boeing 767
    My Freighter, a fledgling carrier based in Uzbekistan, began leasing a third widebody freighter from Ohio-based Air Transport Services Group.
  • Port of Virginia expansion boosts ultralarge container vessel capacity
    The Port of Virginia recently completed a project to widen its ship channel for ultralarge container vessel traffic.
  • FedEx deactivates 17 more aircraft as cost controls pay off
    FedEx Express has parked more freighters, reduced aircraft capex and is integrating its daytime freighter network with the Freight segment's less-than-truckload operation to provide linehaul connecting the U.S. and Europe to boost efficiency.
  • Port Houston shows import strength in February
    Port Houston reported strong imports after a soft January as general cargo tonnage represented nearly 40% of total import tonnage in the month.

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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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