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Exim India web site
JUNE 26, 2024
  • BCBA focuses on Logistics in Amritkaal - Vision 2047
  • APSEZ features in honour list of Institutional Investors Asia Executive Survey
  • DGFT to establish e-commerce hubs to boost exports
  • Four ways suggested for companies to bolster supply chain resilience
  • Centre imposes stock limit on wheat until March 31, 2025 in all States and UTs
  • MOL announces consolidation of affiliate company Gearbulk
  • International Chamber of Shipping unanimously re-elects Emanuele Grimaldi as Chairman
  • Houthis claim targeting vessels in Israel's Haifa Port
  • Cochin all set to become a Lighthouse Port for Green Hydrogen
  • India's infra not lagging behind China, says Morgan Stanley
  • Red chilli exports soar by 15 pc in FY24
  • CACP proposes dynamic import tariffs for edible oils
  • OOCL names its latest 24,188 TEU eco-friendly vessel OOCL Denmark
  • Non-major ports' development to boost coastal cargo shipping in Kerala
  • Karaikal Port revises maximum permissible drafts
  • WCO Smart Customs Project kickstarts with dynamic online meetings with National Contact Points (NCPs)
  • The carriers' cost of being loyal
  • Rates stay firm driven by Asia and Middle East
  • Etihad Cargo enhances direct eBooking connectivity with Kuehne + Nagel integration
  • India's bulk drugs import soars by 13 pc in April-May

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International Transport Journal web site
JUNE 26, 2024
  • Another customer in Canada
  • A new freighter route to Madrid
  • A mammoth collaboration
  • Dachser invests in green fleet
  • Honing humanoid robots
  • "The Move to Minus 15" wins coveted prize
  • MOL to acquire majority stake in Gearbulk
  • Duvenbeck also uses biogenic fuel
  • TI praises DB Schenker's performance
  • Expanding the cargo network
  • A major investment in climate neutrality
  • Cirro continues UK chain
  • Ermewa supplies 180 wagons for Riedbahn upgrade
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • A healthcare hub in Alberta
  • Supporting International Women in Engineering Day
  • Port authorities meet in San Juan
  • RZD Logistics leases first shunting locomotive

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The Loadstar web site
JUNE 25, 2024
  • Demand for air freight 'perking up', but this puts pressure on capacity
  • Surge in sanctioned goods bound for Russia seized on Lithuanian railways
  • Transnet names Grindrod as preferred bidder to develop Richards Bay box terminal
  • Maersk sets new chartering record with deal for $150,000 a day
  • Why super Singapore has become boxed in
  • Risk from longer freight trains highlighted as NTSB sums up Ohio derailment
  • Influx of capacity fails to slow momentum of Asia-Mexico box rate surge
  • US imports still rising - 'strongest performance since the pandemic'
  • Hauliers pile on the pressure for 44-tonne haulage across Europe
  • Brace yourself for the logistics budget blues
  • Texel Air Australasia flies for Team Global Express
  • Nallian appoints Lionel van der Walt as chief commercial officer

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Marine Log web site
JUNE 25, 2024
  • World's first hydrogen-hybrid research vessel gains AIP
    Seattle-based naval architecture and marine engineering firm Glosten has been awarded an Approval in Principle (AIP) by the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) for the design of UC San Diego's new hydrogen-hybrid
  • NTSB releases new update on Dali investigation
    As the Dali, the ship that struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge, was finally leaving Baltimore yesterday, the National Transportation Safety Board published an update on its ongoing investigation. It cautions that

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Container News web site
JUNE 25, 2024
  • cargo-partner ensures smooth UK-Ireland trade with reliable road transport solutions
    cargo-partner, a global logistics provider, is excited to highlight its well-established Irish sea road transport solutions, which have been successfully serving businesses for over two years. This service is specifically designed to meet the evolving demands of companies transporting goods between the United Kingdom and Ireland, offering unmatched reliability and efficiency. While cargo-partner
  • CMA CGM applies overweight surcharge from Middle East Gulf to Europe
    French ocean carrier CMA CGM has informed its customers of an overweight surcharge (OWS) effective from 6 July 2024 (loading date) until further notice. The surcharge applies to cargo originating from the Middle East Gulf and destined for North Europe, Scandinavia & Poland, West Mediterranean, East Mediterranean, Adriatic, Baltic, North Africa, and Morocco. The surcharge will be US$200 per 20' dr
  • OOCL holds naming ceremony for its latest 24,188 TEU vessel
    Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) named the company's eleventh 24,188 TEU eco-friendly vessel, OOCL Denmark, which is the last of six vessels in the same series that Dalian COSCO KHI Ship Engineering Co., Ltd. (DACKS) built for the Hong Kong-based ocean carrier. OOCL invited Dr. Rulin Fuong Tung, wife of Andy Tung, as the vessel sponsor to name the new vessel, Andy Tung, Non-Executive Directo
  • Container volumes surge in Houston
    In May, Port Houston handled 364,866 TEUs, marking a remarkable 21% increase, equivalent to more than 64,000 TEUs, compared to the same month last year. From January through May, a total of 1,758,960 TEUs moved through the US port's two container terminals, reflecting a 14% increase compared to the same period in 2023. Despite ongoing global supply chain disruptions, Port Houston's cargo volumes
  • Maersk establishes its first low GHG emissions logistics hub in Denmark
    Less than two years ago, Maersk started construction works for its first low greenhouse gas (GHG) emission warehouse in Denmark, located in Taulov Dry Port in Fredericia. On 24 June, the facility was officially launched with a symbolic ribbon-cutting ceremony. This facility is the company's first low-emission warehouse and sets new international standards for the development of low-emission wareh
  • IKEA Supply joins forces with the Mission to Seafarers
    The Mission to Seafarers (MtS), an international charity focused on seafarer welfare, has announced a three-year partnership with IKEA Supply AG. Revealed on the IMO Day of the Seafarer, this initiative will see IKEA collaborate with the Mission to enhance understanding and awareness of seafarers' critical role in the IKEA supply chain, improving their wellbeing. "This collaboration reflects our
  • Singapore oil spill: Insurance claims capped at under US$6 million
    The insurer for the bunker tanker involved in the oil spill in Singapore has a limit of S$8 million (US$5.9 million) for the resulting claims. This was disclosed by Singapore's Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat at a joint ministerial press conference on 24 June. Some oil slicks floated into neighbouring Malaysia and its government said that affected fishermen should file claims with the insurer, B
  • Florida International Terminal secures 10-year lease renewal at Port Everglades
    Florida International Terminal (FIT), a subsidiary of SAAM Terminals, has successfully renewed its lease agreement at Port Everglades for another 10 years, following approval by the Broward County Commissioners and the local Port Authority. "Our entire team has been working on this goal for over two years and we have been preparing the terminal with investments to continue positioning the termina
  • Navios Maritime Partners orders new container vessels
    Angeliki Frangou-led Navios Maritime Partners is being named behind an order for up to four container ships contracted in South Korea. The New York-listed company has contracted HJ Shipbuilding & Construction for two 7,900 TEU vessels worth approximately US$110 million each. Both vessels feature the highest eco standards in line with the company's decarbonization strategy and are fitted with scru
  • Hanwha to acquire US shipbuilder Philly Shipyard
    Hanwha Systems, a defense electronics and IT technology company, and Hanwha Ocean, one of the world's major shipbuilders, announced the acquisition of US shipbuilding company Philly Shipyard. Hanwha Systems and Hanwha Ocean will together invest US $100 million to acquire Philly Shipyard, in furtherance of their strategies to expand their global defense and shipbuilding activities. Philly Shipyard
  • Port of Los Angeles announces lane reductions and overnight closures on main highways
    As work progresses on the Port of Los Angeles and Caltrans SR 47 Interchange Project, there will be lane reductions and ramp closures on SR 47 and I-110 in San Pedro. Alternative freeway access ramps are suggested at Gaffey Street in San Pedro and John S. Gibson Boulevard in Wilmington. Upcoming traffic impacts are as follows: Beginning Monday, 24 June, the northbound I-110 on-ramp from Harbor Bo

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Splash web site
JUNE 25, 2024
  • Monjasa bolsters Panama Canal tanker fleet
    Danish bunker supplier and shipowner Monjasa has positioned what it says is the largest and technically most advanced tanker to serve the Panama Canal. The 2009-built 19,991 dwt oil and chemical carrier Monjasa Thunder has been reassigned to the company's Panama operations from West Africa. Monjasa said it expects the vessel to reshape the overall ...
  • Ocean Installer lands new Equinor contract worth more than $95m
    Ocean Installer has won subsea umbilicals, risers and flowlines contract for Equinor-led Troll phase 3 - stage 2 project. The deal, worth over NOK1bn ($94.5m), includes a substantial fabrication scope and offshore work over three years, with the first campaign beginning in 2025. The second stage of the Troll phase 3 project includes eight new ...
  • 'Grave threats' abound on today's International Day of the Seafarer
    Today marks the 14th annual International Day of the Seafarer and it comes at a time when the lure of a career at sea is being severely challenged. International Maritime Organization secretary-general Arsenio Dominguez conceded in a video address to celebrate the day: "Seafarers have been sorely tested in recent years - facing hostile acts ...
  • Seacon strikes sale and leaseback deal for tanker newbuilds
    China's Seacon Shipping has raised fresh capital via the sale and leaseback of four chemical tanker newbuilds. The Hong Kong-listed diversified owner and operator has sealed a deal with entities controlled by Shanghai-listed AVIC Industry-Finance Holdings to sell the 18,500 dwt quartet under construction at Fujian Southeast for about $27.5m each. The ships, booked for ...
  • Maersk-backed green methanol fuel cell project presses ahead
    Fuel cell maker Blue World Technologies has completed testing of the world's first 200 kW high-temperature PEM fuel cell module. The test was completed at the newly established test facilities in Aalborg, where the fuel cells for the system are produced. According to the company, the initial testing has exceeded performance expectations. With an electrical ...
  • MOL takes over Gearbulk from Kristian Jebsen
    Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL), Japan's largest shipowner, is taking over Gearbulk from Kristian Jebsen in a deal that is expected to close by January next year. MOL first invested in Gearbulk, the world's largest open-hatch operator, in 1991, taking a 40% stake in the company that was founded in 1968, a shareholding it subsequently raised ...
  • Navios Partners inks boxship orders in South Korea
    Angeliki Frangou's Navios Maritime Partners has signed up for up to four containership newbuilds in South Korea. The New York-listed company, which has targeted mostly aframax/LR2 tanker newbuilding projects since last year, has contracted HJ Shipbuilding & Construction for two firm 7,900 teu vessels worth about $110m each. Both vessels feature the highest eco standards ...
  • Dali leaves Baltimore for repairs
    With tugs by its side the Dali, this year's most infamous ship, finally left Baltimore yesterday, some three months after it smashed into the city's largest bridge. The ship will transit to Virginia International Gateway to offload approximately 1,500 containers to reduce draft, before moving to Norfolk International Terminal for repairs. The National Transportation Safety ...
  • Transocean sells 24-year-old semisub for $53m
    Swiss-based offshore drilling giant Transocean has entered into an agreement with an undisclosed customer to sell one of its ultra-deepwater floaters. The company said in a Monday US Securities and Exchange Commission filing that it agreed to sell its 5th-generation semisub Deepwater Nautilus and associated assets for $53.5m. As part of the company's ongoing efforts ...
  • African flags flying high in the dark fleet era
    The remarkable rise of a number of African flags providing services to the so-called dark fleet shows no sign of slowing. Gabon has become a top 30 shipping register this year, according to Clarksons Research, its fleet growing by 122% in 2024 to 6.9m gt, of which 6.3m are tankers. A month prior to Russia's ...
  • So much owed by so many to all seafarers
    Writing for Splash on the Day of the Seafarer, Steven Jones, founder of the Seafarers Happiness Index, has some advice for a decent theme for the IMO to rally behind for next year's crew celebration day - communicating value to the world. Happy Day of the Seafarer to you! Since its inception in 2011, this ...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JUNE 25, 2024
  • Shippers urge FMC to address shifting dates for dropping off exports
    US exporters face unexpected costs and delays due to changes in dates for dropping off containers, which the FMC hopes to address with more consistent data.
  • Huge volume highlights need for e-commerce special handling code: IATA
    With more than 80% of e-commerce transported as air cargo, there are growing safety and transparency issues given the minimal view provided of what is actually inside the parcels.
  • In tight capacity ocean market, shippers reap what they sow
    The current tight capacity in the container shipping market is helping to shine a light on the mistake some shippers make when playing hardball in contract negotiations with carriers, writes an industry veteran and consultant.
  • Carriers halt India bookings to Europe, US amid capacity crunch: forwarders
    Sources are reporting a "sold-out window" for spot bookings on most services connecting the two trade lanes through a large part of July.

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TradeWinds web site
JUNE 25, 2024
  • Evangelos Marinakis has 'seen the light' in the offshore energy sector
    Greek tycoon broadly confirms landmark PSV order in China, has some words for Tidewater sceptic
  • Delta Corp will 'leave no stone unturned' to go public after merger failure
    Logistics group did not give much detail on its plans
  • Frontline chief Lars Barstad takes a swing at baseball as tanker owners relish longer run for rates
    Marine Money Week tanker panel reflects on the good times and a game that's not over just yet
  • 'A decade of climate emergency': California looks to lead regulation of shipping carbon emissions
    State agency confirms it is pursuing greenhouse gas emissions rules for ships calling in its ports
  • Record quarter spurs Carnival to raise full-year profit forecast
    US cruise giant says operating profit and revenue hit all-time highs to 31 May
  • Top Greek names tied to latest buys of Far Eastern capesize bulkers
    Eight-year-old vessels owned by Chinese players are heading for Greek shores
  • Monjasa bring in first storage tanker for bunkering operations at Panama Canal
    Danish company says Monjasa Thunder is the biggest vessel serving the waterway
  • Western Bulk appoints North Atlantic head to succeed new chief executive Torbjorn Gjervik
    Joachim Frantsen will take over desk in September
  • Red Sea crisis accelerates VLCC and suezmax tanker pivot to clean trading, BRS says
    Trader uses Sinokor tanker for trip to take advantage of cheaper freight rates
  • Shipbroker's error proved costly in demurrage debacle, ITIC says
    Incorrect phrase led to a $45,000 settlement over chartering deal, insurer says
  • Property and infrastructure a better bet for growth as NIBC waves goodbye to shipping team
    Dutch lender wants to accelerate lending in what it views as key sectors
  • 'Lives should not be risked for profit': ITF demands flag states force ships to divert from perilous Red Sea
    Seafarers operating in the face of 'grave danger' in southern Red Sea, says union
  • 'Annus horribilis': Tanker and bunker giant USTC keeps fighting after profit plunges
    Nordic Waste landslide and pull-out from African fuel market hits result at Danish firm
  • 'Deceitful' recruiters abandoning seafarers in foreign ports, says India
    Officials say recruitment agencies are failing to alert authorities when seafarers are left stranded
  • Private Alafouzos family firm snaps up VLCC from SK Shipping
    Kyklades Maritime makes a rare secondhand purchase in a deal that bellies fears about a deep discount for VLs
  • G2 Ocean pool sets sights on growth after MOL takes over partner Gearbulk
    Gearbulk and Grieg Maritime Group bulker operation has a new majority shareholder
  • Oldendorff tipped to extend sales drive with $80m deal for bulker brace
    German shipping giant is reportedly shedding a pair of kamsarmaxes it took delivery of just a few months ago
  • Japan Club boosts reserves amid war and inflation fears
    Business environment remains uncertain because of Russia-Ukraine war and Red Sea crisis, says protection and indemnity insurer
  • Sanctioned Sovcomflot boss slams latest salvo for splitting world fleet into 'antagonistic camps'
    Measures do nothing to improve maritime safety in European waters, warns Russian CEO
  • H Vogemann doubles capesize bulker newbuilding order with fresh quartet, sources say
    The company now has eight big bulkers on order at China's Hengli Heavy
  • HD KSOE wins green light for new ammonia fuel system project
    Flag state giant grants approval in principle for HD KSOE's new ammonia fuel system project
  • High-profile NIBC shipping boss exiting, following sale of $1bn loan portfolio to HCOB
    HCOB's onboarding of Dutch bank's shipping team key to strategy
  • Genco sells one of its oldest bulkers as dry S&P market runs hot
    Ships continue to change hands, with ageing vessels earning top dollar
  • Japanese giant MOL to take over $1bn Gearbulk fleet from founding Jebsen family
    Share purchase will see Japanese group reach 72% stake in open-hatch bulker specialist
  • 'I was told I would not last at sea,' says second officer and YouTube star
    Shawntel De Sagun represents what shipping is striving for, and she is happy to show it
  • 'Rogue vessel': Angler fined for sailing wrong way in busy Dover Strait shipping lane
    UK Coast Guard brought case after incident in 2022
  • Judgment on battle between Euronav and New York investor to be issued in September
    Brussels Market Court to rule on legal action by US fund
  • H Vogemmann doubles capesize bulker newbuilding order with fresh quartet, sources say
    The company now has eight big bulkers on order at China's Hengli Heavy
  • Seafarers' 'bill of rights' needs work as research reveals patchy enforcement
    Maritime Labour Convention has not yet achieved a level playing field, industry body says
  • One day out of 365 is too little if shipping is serious about its crew
    Former seafarer and TradeWinds' journalist argues shipping must up its game to recruit the next generation of seafarers
  • Bahrain set to fire up LNG import terminal again in 2024
    Storage vessel is being lined up for facility, which is poised to start year-round operations
  • Singapore tanker tycoon OK Lim's property sales closing in on $75m
    Reports says part of the proceeds from the sale will go towards offsetting massive debts owed to banks
  • Lightering efforts on tanker at centre of Singapore oil spill could take two weeks to complete
    Clean-up of the most heavily impacted beaches in city-state could take as long as three weeks
  • Campaigners criticise gaps in long-awaited Arctic shipping heavy fuel ban
    Prohibition starts on 1 July but hundreds of ships will be granted waivers
  • Friendly faces, safe spaces and the human touch: Why the Mission to Seafarers is as relevant today as it was in the 1850s
    TradeWinds joins Mission ship visitors for a day to get a taste of what they do

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American Shipper web site
JUNE 25, 2024
  • FedEx retires one-fifth of Boeing 757 freighter fleet
    FedEx is cutting nearly 20% of its Boeing 757 cargo jets because of soft demand and efforts to modernize the fleet.
  • Texas Gulf Coast ports record strong freight movements in May
    Container volumes rose 21% at Port Houston in May, while the Port of Corpus Christi, Texas, recorded a 9% increase in crude oil shipments.
  • Reporter's Notebook: On the tarmac at Dulles airport
    FreightWaves Air Cargo Editor Eric Kulisch got direct airfield access to Dulles International Airport as part of a presentation for media. Several things caught his eye.

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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
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Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
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Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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