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June 27, 2024

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Exim India web site
JUNE 27, 2024
  • RIJA transports Heavy Lift Cargo from Mumbai to Cochin
  • Ministry committed to develop robust inland water transport system: Sonowal
  • DBGT achieves major milestone of handling 3,000th vessel
  • More ships, containers needed
  • Industry urges govt to extend IES for exporters
  • Wheat prices up from two-month low as India seen importing
  • Restriction at Deendayal Port oil jetty
  • PSA recognised with three awards
  • GDP growth seen at 7.2 pc in FY25: Fitch
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International Transport Journal web site
JUNE 27, 2024
  • Southern European forwarders expanding
  • Contract extensions for WFS
  • Cargo Ai unveils latest allotment feature
  • A first for Renault in Chile
  • FS to explore new energy sources
  • Revamping Russia's intermodal terminals
  • Röhlig USA picks regional COO North America
  • Maersk opens low emissions hub
  • Partners for a new bunker solution
  • Trialling digital co-drivers
  • Forging a French partnership
  • A double role for Christophe Tchordjallian
  • PSA launches first hydrogen refuelling station
  • Between Bangkok and Binh Duong
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Hybrid-electric RTGs arrive at Bayport terminal
  • A second MD at Cologne/Bonn airport

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The Loadstar web site
JUNE 26, 2024
  • Idle containership fleet dips to pandemic era lows as carriers hunt tonnage
  • 'One FedEx' blossoms, takes Mr Market's pulse with Freight spin-off allure
  • MSC and CMA CGM roll out new shuttle services as intra-Asia rates soar
  • Asiana Airlines unions object to KAL takeover - 'find another buyer' plea
  • Methanol fuel cells - 'a major breakthrough' in maritime decarbonisation
  • No let-up in online shopping, but demands for free delivery will test etailers
  • 'Messing about on the river' brings a touch of déjà vu

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Marine Log web site
JUNE 26, 2024
  • Sovcomflot tanker NS Africa rescues 19 seafarers in the Gulf of Aden
    Russia's largest shipping company Sovcomflot reports that on June 23 at 13:12 local time, its tanker NS Africa, sailing in the Gulf of Aden 96 nautical miles southeast of the port of
  • Crowley christens America's first all-electric harbor tug
    In a ceremony held in the Port of San Diego yesterday, Crowley christened the eWolf, America's first all-electric harbor tug. Operating with zero emissions and other sustainable technology, the tugboat delivers the
  • First Venture Global LNG carrier is on the water
    The Samsung Heavy Industries shipyard in Geoji-si, South Korea, has launched the first of the nine LNG carriers acquired during their construction phase by Arlington, Va., headquartered U.S. LNG export terminal operator
  • McAllister Towing announces departure of Eric McAllister
    McAllister Towing today announced that Eric McAllister, officer, director and shareholder of the company, is leaving to pursue various other opportunities. "I want to thank Eric for all of his contributions to
  • Viega press fittings gain additional NAVSEA approval
    Broomfield, Colo., headquartered Viega, whose press fitting system is the first to meet the U.S, Navy's rigorous testing requirements, reports that it has received additional Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) approval for
  • ITF demands immediate action to ensure the safety of seafarers in the Red Sea
    Yesterday was IMO's Day of the Seafarer, with this year's theme being "Navigating the Future - Safety First." Both IMO Secretary General Arsenio Dominguez and UN Secretary General António Guterres marked the
  • Ship owners face hefty emission bills under EU-ETS, warns Oceanly
    The integration of the shipping sector into the European Union Emissions Trading System (EU-ETS) brings substantial costs and compliance challenges for ship owners and Rapallo, Italy, headquartered fleet performance solutions specialist Oceanly

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Container News web site
JUNE 26, 2024
  • MSC Vietnam's Project Cargo team sets new record
    MSC Vietnam's Project Cargo team has achieved another milestone by successfully securing and loading a disassembled lifting frame with parts of various dimensions in Vung Tau. The longest single piece, measuring 31 meters, sets a new record length, surpassing MSC Vietnam's previous record set just five months ago. By employing innovative handling techniques, strategically using specialized equipm
  • Memorandum signed for development of European Gauge Railway Line to Klaipeda
    A memorandum was signed in Klaipeda to foster closer cooperation in decision-making for developing a new European gauge railway line to Klaipeda. The memorandum was signed by the heads of the Ministry of Transport and Communications, "LTG Infra" (the public railway infrastructure manager of the "Lithuanian Railways" Group), the Klaipeda Port Authority, and the municipalities of Klaipeda city and
  • Boxship newbuildings still in demand despite high deliveries
    Record newbuilding deliveries of 3.1 million TEUs this year have not discouraged new orders, according to Alphaliner's report. However, operators and tonnage providers are shifting their focus to mid-sized vessels of 8,000 to 17,000 TEUs, rather than the megamax ships commissioned during the Covid-19-induced boom. Year-to-date, 64 boxships of 543,500 TEUs have been ordered, as the resurgent freig
  • Geodis expands rail freight network with Poland-Spain connection
    Geodis, a leading intermodal operator, has expanded its rail freight services by introducing a new fixed schedule connection. The first direct rail link between Lódz, Poland, and Barcelona, Spain, became operational on 11 June. On its inaugural journey, the freight train transported customer goods in 44 containers and/or swap bodies, each with a payload capacity of 26 tons, from Lódz to Barcelona
  • Port of Brunswick handles more than 86,500 units of Ro/Ro cargo in May
    The Port of Brunswick set a new record in May, handling 86,577 units of Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro/Ro) cargo, marking a 26% increase of more than 18,000 units compared to May 2023. "Brunswick's proximity to domestic manufacturers and to vibrant sales markets make it a critical partner for the auto industry in driving new business. The recent addition of 120 acres of processing space, along with hundred
  • MSC revises equipment charges in Türkiye
    Considering the current equipment situation in Türkiye, MSC will revise its Equipment Repositioning Charge (ERC) for all cargo originated from Türkiye to NWC, UK and ScanBaltic destinations. As from 1 July 2024 (B/L date) until further notice, the ERC will be charged as follows: €500/20' or GB£500/20' or US$500/20' €500/40' or GB£500/40' or US$500/40' If you liked this post, please consider donat
  • ABP tests new platform to enhance workplace safety and planning
    Associated British Ports (ABP), a major port operator in the United Kingdom, is advancing workplace safety and planning through the trial of a new workforce scheduling platform developed by UK-based startup, Ensemble Analytics. In this trial, ABP will utilize the 'Athena' platform at its Ports of Immingham, Hull and Ipswich to bolster operational resilience and facilitate long-term resource plann
  • Leatherman Terminal reopens following SC Ports-ILA agreement
    South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) has reached an agreement with the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) and as a result, the Leatherman Terminal will reopen. SC Ports and the ILA said in a joint statement that "after productive and collaborative conversations, we have mutually developed and agreed to the framework for an operating agreement that will create long-term stability and compet
  • NTU Singapore, PSA and Chiyoda launch hydrogen transport and storage trials
    NTU Singapore, PSA Singapore and Japan's Chiyoda Corporation have commenced trials to explore the transportation and storage of hydrogen in the form of methylcyclohexane (MCH). This method allows hydrogen to be stored as a liquid at ambient temperature and pressure before being converted back to gaseous hydrogen for use as a clean fuel in port operations. As part of this collaboration, PSA has es
  • COSCO announces new service linking Mexico with Far East
    COSCO SHIPPING has launched Mexico Express Service (WSA5), connecting key Mexican Pacific ports like Ensenada, Manzanillo, and Lázaro Cárdenas with major Far East ports such as Busan, Dalian, Ningbo, Shanghai, and Qingdao. The Chinese ocean carrier will offer 3,000-5,000 TEU slots per voyage. COSCO SHIPPING currently operates 12 liner routes calling Mexico, with a total capacity of over 220,000 T
  • First commercial electric cargo handlers operate at Port of Los Angeles
    The Port of Los Angeles has achieved another significant milestone in its journey towards becoming a zero-emission (ZE) port by deploying the first commercially available battery-powered electric cargo top handlers in the United States. "We are building a greener Los Angeles together that supports frontline communities while making major investments in clean energy and creating thousands of good-
  • Saudi Global Ports acquires 80 electric prime movers
    In a move towards a more sustainable port ecosystem, Saudi Global Ports (SGP) has acquired 80 electric prime movers (e-PMs) from SANY Marine Heavy Industry for use at the container terminals of King Abdulaziz Port Dammam (KAPD). Along with the e-PMs, SANY will provide charging stations and relevant training for SGP employees to maintain and service the e-PMs and charging stations. This purchase h

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Splash web site
JUNE 26, 2024
  • Belships beefs up ultramax fleet with newbuild and secondhand deals
    Norwegian bulker owner Belships is expanding its ultramax fleet with the acquisition of modern Japanese-built vessels and signing up for a pair of newbuildings. The Oslo-listed company said it had agreed to buy an unnamed 64,000 dwt vessel built in 2024 for $41m, with delivery set for the first quarter of 2025. The Lars Christian ...
  • Transocean given one-year drillship extension
    Offshore drilling contractor Transocean has won another one-year extension for the 2014-built ultra-deepwater drillship Deepwater Asgard in the US Gulf of Mexico. The company said that the program was expected to begin in direct continuation of the rig's current program and is estimated to contribute approximately $188m in backlog, including additional services. The daily rate ...
  • KVH inks bulk data Starlink capacity deal
    Maritime connectivity specialist KVH Industries has expanded its relationship with Starlink through a bulk data distribution agreement. The new agreement offers KVH increased flexibility in the development and sales of custom, cost-effective airtime plans using Starlink's mobile priority service. Under the agreement, KVH prepaid for access to a large block of Starlink data at favourable ...
  • Pioneer Marine expands with supramax addition
    Greek bulker operator Pioneer Marine has revealed a new addition to its fleet with the delivery of a 2014-built supramax. The Athens-based company has welcomed the 56,500 dwt Myra Bay - the former V Rich brokers earlier this year reported as sold to an unnamed Greek buyer in a deal worth between $18m and $19m. ...
  • Marsa Maroc to operate container terminal of Nador West Med port
    The development of this port is part of a global strategy aimed at transforming Morocco into a leading logistics platform. The country already has the port of Tanger Med, which ranks among the largest container ports in Africa and in the world. Port operator Marsa Maroc and Nador West Med have signed a concession agreement ...
  • Edda Wind closes $38m private placement
    Oslo-listed offshore wind service pureplay Edda Wind has raised nearly NOK400m ($37.7m) in a private placement of new shares. A total of 17m shares were offered at NOK23.5, with the company's largest backers, John Fredriksen, Wilhelmsen and Idan Ofer, pre-subscribing for the full private placement. Fredriksen's Geveran Trading, Wilhelmsen New Energy and Ofer's EPS Ventures ...
  • Rosetti Marino bags $428m offshore contract
    Italy's Rosetti Marino has secured a contract worth over €400m ($428m) for an offshore project in the Mediterranean Sea. The deal, equivalent to 33% of the value of the entire project, was awarded by Libya's Mellitah Oil & Gas - a consortium formed by National Oil Corporation of Libya and Eni - to Rosetti Marino ...
  • Solstad seals new Prysmian CSV charter deal
    Norwegian OSV owner and operator Solstad has secured a new long-term contract with Italian cabling giant Prysmian. Prysmian has contracted the 2014-built construction support vessel Normand Ocean to support its cabling operations until 2032. The firm contract, with an undisclosed value, will start during the first or second quarter of 2027 and comes with an ...
  • SeaBird gets more work for survey vessel
    Marine seismic specialist SeaBird Exploration has agreed to extend a firm duration of a contract for the vessel Eagle Explorer. SeaBird penned a letter of award with an unnamed repeat client for a 2D survey in the Western Hemisphere and secured a contract for the vessel back in May. At the time, the Oslo-listed company ...
  • TGS to conduct offshore wind measurements off US West Coast
    Oslo-listed seismic data specialist TGS has announced a new campaign for offshore wind and metocean measurement located in Morro Bay, off the US West Coast. The campaign seeks to enhance the understanding of offshore conditions across three wind energy lease areas in Morro Bay. This three-year deployment in an area with an average depth of ...
  • Number of active shipyards jumps by 17.7% in two years
    Shipyards are making the most of the current newbuilding boom with new data suggesting the number of active yards has leapt by 17.7% in the space of the last two years. In June 2022, there were 153 active shipyards, according to Greece's Xclusiv Shipbrokers. This number climbed to 180 this month, with China accounting for ...
  • Agricore books ultramax newbuilds
    Chinese owner Agricore Shipping has beefed up its orderbook of bulk carriers with another newbuilding deal at the domestic yard. The company, better known for its S&P activity on the secondhand market, has selected Jiangsu New Hantong Ship Heavy Industry to build four 63,500 dwt ultramax vessels. Established in 2016, Agricore entered shipowning with its ...
  • Vitol in for LR2 quartet at Dalian
    Commodities trader Vitol has booked four LR2 tankers at Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co. Brokers suggest a price tag of around $72.5m each and higher, with delivery of the 115,000 dwt vessels starting from October 2026 through to March 2027. The order follows Hyundai Vietnam-built 110,000 dwt LR2s, Elandra Swift and Elandra Tern, entering the fleet ...
  • Vogemann bulks up with more cape orders in China
    Vogemann has added to its series of capesize bulker newbuilds at Hengli Shipbuilding in Dalian. Industry sources say the German owner has returned to the Chinese shipyard formerly known as STX Dalian for four 180,000 dwt scrubber-fitted bulkers, with delivery in 2026 and 2027. The deal builds on Vogemann's order last year involving four capes ...
  • COSCO Shipping resolves dispute over Peruvian megaport exclusivity rights
    Peru and Chinese state-owned COSCO Shipping have resolved a dispute over the $3.6bn Chancay port development which could be transformative for cargo trade between Asia and Peru. Peru and COSCO Shipping were caught in a spat for exclusivity rights which, according to Peru's port authority, were given to Cosco by an 'administrative error'. On the ...
  • Horst Zeppenfeld exits container shipping
    German owner Horst Zeppenfeld has exited the container markets, with Alphaliner reporting the sale of the 2006-built, 1,341 teu Algol to Greece's Element Shipmanagement. The Algol is currently on charter to X-Press Feeders, working routes in South America. The deal leaves Horst Zeppenfeld with two 2014-built handy bulk carriers in its fleet and takes Element's ...
  • Looming lean crew era in the spotlight
    Are the numbers of crew onboard about to dwindle? This forms the lead story in the June issue of Splash Extra published today and follows on from news earlier in the month that tech firm Kongsberg Maritime has received approval in principle from classification society DNV to enable the role of chief engineer to be ...
  • NYK and Pertamina firm gas carrier ties
    Japanese shipowner Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) has agreed with Indonesia state-run Pertamina International Shipping to collaborate in the field of liquefied carbon dioxide (LCO2) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) and jointly establish a shipmanagement company. The two companies have been forging closer ties in recent years, with NYK becoming an investor in PIS two years ...
  • Dawn of the shorefarer
    The world's crewing sector has been digesting significant news this month from Norway which could lead to fewer seafarers employed on ships. Tech firm Kongsberg Maritime received approval in principle from classification society DNV to enable a key role to be transferred from a ship to a shore-based control centre. The move will enable the ...
  • Why euphoria at this year's Posidonia has me worried
    Fair to say this year's Splash-sponsored Posidonia was rammed - organisers begging authorities to expand the exhibition center to accommodate the sensational demand, while the parties were on a euphoric scale we haven't witnessed for close to a generation. With the benefit of hindsight, the sense of euphoria experienced at this year's Greek jamboree does ...
  • MOL invests in American glider manufacturer
    Japanese shipowning giant Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has invested in an American developer of a novel form of transport. MOL Switch, the company's US-based corporate venture capital firm, has made a strategic investment in Regent, the developer of so-called seagliders, hydrofoiling electric wing-in-ground-effect vessels (pictured above). The coastal transport gliders use existing dock infrastructure
  • June 2024 Review
    The Red Sea shipping crisis dominated headlines once again in June. The Houthis displayed greater sophistication in their attacks on merchant shipping this month, hitting targets both by sea and air for the first time, killing one seafarer, severely injuring another, sinking one ship with another vessel likely also a constructive total loss. Into seven ...
  • Falling Asian refining margins undermine freight markets
    Crude oil prices climbed during June, narrowing Asian refining margins with some effect on tanker freight rates. WTI rose from a June 4 low of $73.25 to a June 20 high of $81.29. Similarly, between the same dates, Brent was up from $77.52 to $85.99, and Dubai Blend was up $78.87 to $82.49, narrowing the ...
  • Profitable dry cargo's lack of volatility
    China's economic stimulus continues to provide support for its steel producers, for global iron ore markets, and for capesize bulk carrier owners and operators. Chinese steel production rose 8.1% in May over April to reach 92.86m tonnes, its highest since March 2023 and up 2.7% year on year. Steel exports also rose 4.4% to 9.63m ...
  • Up, up and away for containers
    US containerised imports stuttered in May, with LA handling 0.75m teu in May, 3% down on May 2023, though the total for the first five months of the year was up 18% year-on-year. The Port of LA says that its containerised exports were up 24% year-on-year at 0.13m teu while imports were down 4.5% at ...
  • Analyst Abstract
    Dry Bulk Are dry bulk assets now overvalued? Throughout this month there has been plenty of speculation on this topic. A major factor behind rising asset values has been the impact of very strong newbuilding prices, which have deterred owners from making orders for new ships. "High prices and a large number of sales transactions ...
  • Lengthy Posidonia hangover
    Posidonia in Athens put a pause on the sale and purchase markets, and the hangover in the weeks since has been lengthy as reflected in the VesselsValue chart below. Nevertheless, prices remain very healthy, benchmarks are being more than met, and there is still plenty of interest in dry and wet alike. "It feels like ...
  • The Red Sea shipping crisis and Egypt
    The Houthi attacks on merchant vessels are wreaking havoc on shipping in the Red Sea in almost every metric imaginable. From officer supply shortages at an all-time high, sailor deaths, and the number of attacks to a statistic that might not be in the forefront as much as the others - Egypt's financial woes resulting ...
  • Views sought from commercial shipping on the issue of maritime migration
    The voice of commercial shipping is missing from debates around maritime migration, according to the Geneva-based Centre for Humanitarian Action at Sea, who are seeking responses to an online, anonymous survey available here. From the Straits of Malacca to the Gulf of Aden to the Central Mediterranean, it will come as no surprise to shipping ...
  • Exuberant dry bulk market sees asset prices streak ahead of earnings
    Tight shipyard capacity and the fear of missing out are driving values well beyond the likelihood that outlay can be recouped in earnings, writes Plamen Natzkoff from Maritime Strategies International. Dry bulk market players are putting earnings potential over asset values as they seek to capitalise on an exuberantly positive mood according to new analysis ...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JUNE 26, 2024
  • US trade groups urge Biden's help in restarting stalled ILA-USMX talks
    Over 150 groups representing a variety of US businesses called on the White House to bring labor and management together, but it's not clear if the ILA would welcome outside influence.
  • CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd decouple on India-Europe trade after US network shakeup
    After seeking their own paths on the India-US East Coast trade, the carriers have put an end to their long-time slot-swapping on India-North Europe routes, industry sources told the Journal of Commerce.
  • Ocean carriers unable to cover demand despite huge capacity injection
    An early start to the peak seasons on the trans-Pacific and Asia-Europe trades has left shippers fighting for space with no sign of a respite from soaring rates and deteriorating service levels.
  • FedEx to 'reassess' LTL division's future in bid to leverage recent success
    As FedEx Freight increases revenue and profitability, the transportation and logistics company is considering potential steps to "unlock sustainable shareholder value."
  • SC Ports strikes deal with ILA to fully open Leatherman marine terminal
    The Port of Charleston and the International Longshoremen's Association are ending a long-running fight over crane jobs at the terminal by allowing operators to decide whether to join the union,

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TradeWinds web site
JUNE 26, 2024
  • Maxim strikes back: controversial boutique bank makes the case for warrants-based deals
    An unapologetic Larry Glassberg implies that one-bulker Pavimar Shipping IPO could be priced next week
  • Marinakis pens largest PSV order in a decade
    Greek owner cements entry into offshore markets with contract for up to eight vessels
  • Adhira Shipping bags big lithium mining contract after management buyout
    Dubai bulker company seals deal with Moonbound Mining in South Africa
  • Venture Global rolls out first LNG carrier in nine-ship fleet
    But company keeps it blurry on its ship purchases
  • Gram Car Carriers gives shareholders more time to mull Aponte offer
    MSC is looking to take over the car carrier lessor for $700m
  • Chinese newcomer mulls order for 30-bulker haul
    Beijing shipowner previously bought 10 resale ultramaxes and a secondhand supramax
  • Venezuela drawing on shadow fleet tankers to keep oil flowing into Cuba
    Shrinking PDVSA fleet means other vessels are being brought in
  • New VLCC terminals not needed in US Gulf as exports rise, say brokers
    Increased efficiencies mean new projects are not seen as essential to keep crude flowing
  • Japanese asset freeze on shipless SCF subsidiary
    Sun Ship Management has previously been targeted by US, EU, and UK regimes
  • Wista UK master mariners urge all to inspire next generation
    'Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore, dream, discover'
  • Belships adds four bulkers to fleet with purchase and charter deals
    Norwegian owner has made its first move to exercise a purchase options on a leased bulk carrier
  • Adhira Shipping bags big lithium mining contract after management buy-out
    Dubai bulker company seals deal with Moonbound Mining in South Africa
  • Sovcomflot crew save seafarers from sinking tanker off Yemen
    Sanctioned Russian company says seafarers were picked up from life raft after vessel abandoned
  • 'Substantial amounts of money': Evangelos Marinakis explains why he is bucking the trend in LNG
    This week's Streetwise takes a look at Evangelos Marinakis' star turn at Marine Money Week, and why a bet on gas is happening his way
  • Norwegian international registry pushes for growth after strong comeback
    Bergen-based open registry boasts a fleet of more than 700 ships after several years in the doldrums
  • Sovcomflot subsidiary hit by asset freeze in symbolic move from Japan
    Sun Ship Management has previously been targeted by US, EU, and UK regimes
  • Cedar LNG seals final investment decision on $4bn FLNG project
    Samsung Heavy Industries set to start work on a second LNG floater
  • Houthis fire 'new ballistic missile' at MSC ship in potential game-changing attack
    Militant group unveils fresh weapon as its assaults on world trade take fresh step
  • Chinese dry bulk newcomer mulls order for up to 30 newbuildings
    Beijing-based firm previously bought 10 resale ultramax newbuildings and one secondhand supramax
  • LNG market in 'fragile equilibrium', gas industry body says
    Number of sector participants growing and 'no longer a game' for only big companies
  • Maersk lays down $150,000 per day to charter newbuilding as boxship market burns bright
    No let-up in soaring container market forces Maersk to cough up for short-term fixture
  • $10bn tension: French shipowner flight risk rising as tonnage tax dragged into general election debate
    Reed Smith lawyers argue a quick gain from tax reform may prove elusive after election
  • Hafnia and Scorpio are set for 'stellar free cash flow yields', says Pareto
    Broker also initiated coverage of d'Amico International Shipping with a buy recommendation
  • Cleaned-up suezmaxes could push LR2s off rate rollercoaster, Gibson says
    UK broker says traditional divergence between crude and product markets in third quarter could intensify trend
  • SSY hires ex-Maersk Broker man to run new Japan office
    Shipbroker has been on a mission to build up its Japan presence with a focus on project business
  • Iran saves on VLCC storage costs with $660m of new tank facilities
    Storage complexes unveiled as part of $2bn revenue drive
  • Chinese giant Cosco explores first Japanese newbuilding order in two decades
    Shipping giant is said to be enquiring about at least 10 shipbuilding slots for capesize bulk carriers
  • Hapag-Lloyd pulls 'single largest lever' in decarbonisation drive as it teams with ZeroNorth
    Partnership launches 'digital solution' to navigate energy transition
  • Final investment decision secured for $4bn FLNG project
    Samsung Heavy Industries set to start work on a second LNG floater
  • Cleaned-up suezmaxes could push LR2s off rate rollercoaster, Gibsons says
    UK broker says traditional divergence between crude and product markets in third quarter could intensify trend
  • 'Overheated' capesize values make secondhand investments a risky bet, says Drewry
    Current pricing levels unlikely to generate enough investment returns, shipping consultancy claims
  • Master reports near miss in Gulf of Aden as Houthis keep up pressure on shipping
    Incident is latest in a string of attacks on shipping in the Gulf of Aden and southern Red Sea
  • TotalEnergies narrows shortlist for LNG bunker vessel newbuilding
    New entrants are taking an interest in emerging sector, but it comes at a price
  • Idan Ofer-backed 'zero emission' electric vessel completes first cargo delivery in Singapore
    The successful carriage 'showcases the immense potential of electric vessels for a cleaner maritime future'
  • John Fredriksen's Edda Wind raises $38m in private placement 'to explore further growth'
    Offshore wind operator says it wants to revitalise its liquidity position following operational setbacks
  • One centenary, two christenings and the fourth generation: John T Essberger celebrates 100 years in business
    Three generations of the von Rantzau-Essberger celebrate 100 years anniversary
  • Safety lapses uncovered on ship involved in Singapore's worst oil spill in over a decade
    Shipowner says it is working to rectify deficiencies found in wake of collision with bunker tanker

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American Shipper web site
JUNE 26, 2024
  • 20 of world's biggest companies collaborate to modernize bar code
    As the bar code turns 50, many large companies are working with GS1 US to create a more effective product code process, which may result in switching from bar codes to QR codes.

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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
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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
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.
India launches nearly $8 billion package to support its shipbuilding and maritime sectors
New Delhi
Shipyard production capacity expected to increase to 4.5 million gross tonnage per year
In the second quarter of this year, freight traffic in French ports fell by -0.4%.
Paris
Dry bulk and rolling bulk trades are declining. Container and liquid bulk trades are growing.
Antin Infrastructure Partners to acquire UK's leading marina operator
Paris/London/New York
It will take over ownership from British private equity firm LDC
Royal Caribbean agrees with Meyer Turku to build Icon ships for a decade
Miami
Order confirmed for a fifth Icon cruise ship and option placed on a seventh unit of the same series
Maersk announces it will not apply surcharges for new US tariffs on Chinese vessels
Copenhagen
The company assures that it will not make any changes to its services
Cochin Shipyard and KSOE enter into strategic collaboration in shipbuilding sector
New Delhi
The creation of approximately two thousand direct jobs is expected
DHL will resume freight shipments from Germany to the United States for corporate customers.
Bonn
They had been suspended due to the removal in the USA of the "de minimis" threshold for goods with a value of less than 800 dollars.
World Business Council for Sustainable Development Statement in Support of the IMO Net-Zero Framework
Ancona: Tax fraud in the shipbuilding sector
Ancona
Over €2.3 million in non-existent tax credits seized
CMA CGM buys British rail freight operator Freightliner
Birmingham
The transaction will be completed in early 2026
Containerized cargo at the port of Algeciras decreased by -9.4% last month
Algeciras
The 20-foot containers handled were 399 thousand (-0.7%)
Italferr participates in Europe's largest railway electrification contract
Rome
Activities within the Rail Baltica project
Freight traffic increased in the ports of Barcelona and Valencia in August
Barcelona/Valencia
In the first eight months of 2025, decreases of -1.6% and -0.3% respectively were recorded
In the June-August quarter, FedEx express courier revenues increased by +3.1%
Memphis
An average of 16.8 million express shipments were handled per day (+3.5%)
Breakthrough in the exploratory tunnel of the Brenner Base Tunnel
Milan/Rome
At 64 kilometers, it will be the longest underground railway connection in the world.
Tender launched for privatization of Croatian shipyard 3. MAJ Rijeka 1905
Zagreb
The starting bid is 6.66 million euros.
To decarbonize, shipping should join forces with other hard-to-abate sectors
London
This is highlighted by a report by Accelleron which believes that a critical mass of demand is necessary to overcome a stalemate phase.
COSCO Reassures Customers on Impact of New U.S. Tariffs on Chinese Vessels
Shanghai
We - the Chinese company assured - will maintain competitive freight rates and surcharges.
Shipping is still far from the target of 5-10% of fuel used coming from scalable, zero-emission sources by 2030
Copenhagen
The need to introduce incentives was underlined
Spain's Boluda acquires Transfesa's intermodal rail freight services.
Valencia
The agreement also includes industrial services, railway maintenance and shunting activities and intermodal terminals.
Til (MSC Group) to become a shareholder in Turkey's Petkim container port
Til (MSC Group) to become a shareholder in Turkey's Petkim container port
Baku
Agreement with the Azerbaijani oil group SOCAR
German and Austrian trailer manufacturers challenge EU regulation to reduce truck environmental impact
Berlin/Brussels
They denounce that its application leads to an increase in traffic volumes and therefore emissions.
The Venice Marghera station has been equipped with a track compliant with European TEN-T standards
Venice
A 740-meter freight track has been opened.
World Shipping Council introduces Cargo Safety Program to prevent ship fires
Washington
It is based on artificial intelligence and traditional goods inspections
Rheinmetall to enter naval shipbuilding sector by acquiring Naval Vessels Lürssen
Bremen
Lürssen Group to focus on megayacht production
The British government is investing half a billion pounds to reduce shipping emissions.
London
Private investments of 700 million expected
HMM signs new 10-year contract with Vale for iron ore transport
Seoul
It is worth around $310 million.
The Campania Port Authority reaches an agreement with UNIPORT and Assiterminal
Naples
The regional tax - highlights the port authority - risks undermining the competitiveness of ports
IAPH and WCO publish updated guidelines on cooperation between customs and port authorities
Tokyo/Brussels
Contributed by the World Shipping Council
ABB and Blykalla collaborate on nuclear marine propulsion
Stockholm
The agreement focuses on small modular fast reactors developed by the Swedish company
Saipem wins new offshore contract worth approximately $1.5 billion in Türkiye
Saipem wins new offshore contract worth approximately $1.5 billion in Türkiye
Milan
It is related to the third phase of the Sakarya gas field development project.
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia grew by +5.7%
Civitavecchia
Record for cruise passengers this period
Uniport and Assiterminal oppose the additional fees demanded of port operators by the Campania Region.
Rome
Amount between 10% and 25% of the annual state fee
The first train from Belgium under the FS Logistix-Lineas agreement has arrived in Segrate.
Milan
Five return connections per week to Antwerp are scheduled
Modernization works are underway at the passenger terminal at the port of Igoumenitsa.
Naples
Grimaldi takes delivery of the PCTC "Grand Auckland"
Damage to submarine cables in the Red Sea
Portsmouth
According to the International Cable Protection Committee, the cause could be ship traffic
Dutch company Damen to build 24 naval vessels for British company Serco
Gorinchem/Amsterdam
Green light for a €270 million bridging loan to the shipbuilding company.
DP World to build and operate container terminal at Montreal's new Contrecœur port
Dubai/Montreal
It will become operational in 2030
Expansion work has begun at the Vienna South intermodal terminal.
Vienna
Annual traffic capacity expected to increase by 44%
In July, ship traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +0.8%
Cairo
In the first seven months of 2025, a decrease of -10.2% was recorded
In July, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado decreased by -3.0%
Genoa
The decline was limited by increased oil traffic in the Vado harbor. Ferry traffic dropped 9.9%.
Trump nominates Laura DiBella as chair of the Federal Maritime Commission.
Washington
The nomination of Robert Harvey as commissioner of the federal agency has also been forwarded to the Senate.
Genoa's new dam: a modification has been approved to allow for completion of work by the end of 2027.
Genoa
Phase A and Phase B works will be carried out rather than sequentially
Assiterminal, simplify and standardize dredging procedures to restore the operational competitiveness of ports.
Taranto Recommends: The Regasification Plant Would Promote the Port's Revitalization
Taranto
Melucci: a lifeline for the entire port system and for our city's economic growth.
Cargo and cruise traffic in eastern Sicily ports is on the rise
Catania
In the container segment, an increase of +27.9% was recorded
FS Logistix and Lineas form joint venture to manage the Antwerp Mainhub Terminal
Antwerp
Rail services between Antwerp and Milan expected to increase
Attack on a product tanker in the Red Sea
Southampton
A missile fell near the ship which suffered no damage
Sea trials have been completed for the new GNV Virgo ro-pax vessel.
Genoa
It will be GNV's first liquefied natural gas ship
In the first half of the year, Singamas' container sales decreased by -10%.
Hong Kong
The average selling price dropped by -3.8%
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
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
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
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.
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
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.
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
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
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
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
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles remained stable in August.
Los Angeles
Volumes expected to decline in the remainder of 2025
Meeting between the port authorities of Jacksonville and Livorno
Livorno
Among the objectives, to start one or more direct services between the two ports
Italian State Railways and ENAC sign an agreement for the use of drones in infrastructure monitoring.
Rome
They will also be used to fly over sections of the railway and road network that would otherwise be difficult to monitor.
A.SPE.DO, the port of La Spezia is essential to ensuring employment, development, and a future for the local economy.
La Spezia
Landolfi: We cannot afford to underestimate its value.
The MIT meets with the heads of the Italian AdSPs
Rome
Meeting on the government's strategic vision for the sector and port reform
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean Co. to build seven 15,880 TEU container ships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Over 40 expressions of interest have been received for the development of the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk.
Kiev
Today the first meeting of the tender commission
The first commercial ship is expected at the public dock in Largo Trattaroli in Ravenna.
Ravenna
The car carrier "AICC Huanghu" is coming soon
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach decreased by 1.3% last month.
Long Beach
Empty containers are increasing. Full containers are decreasing.
Assiterminal's Terminal Road Show is starting
Genoa
Cognolato: We want to strengthen our ties with local communities and territories.
Assoporti, the Italian ports' cruise offerings presented at the Seatrade Europe fair.
Hamburg
Giampieri: We are leaders in the Mediterranean area and in Europe
Commander Claudio Tomei, USCLAC president from 2012 to 2024, has passed away.
Viareggio
His strong commitment to improving the working conditions of Italian seafarers
In the first quarter of 2025, cargo traffic in Greek ports grew by +1.4%
Piraeus
Passengers down by -1.1%
HD Hyundai Samho Orders Four New Container Ships
Seoul
Order worth approximately 468 million dollars
Trieste: Fraudulent bankruptcy in the shipbuilding sector
Trieste
Investigation into a company based in Palermo
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by 7.4% in August.
Hong Kong
In the first eight months of 2025 the decline was -3.8%
BigLift Shipping and CY Shipping order two additional heavy lift vessels
Amsterdam
Order placed at Chinese shipyard Jing Jiang Nanyang Shipbuilding Co.
Container traffic at the port of Singapore continued to decline in August
Singapore
Total volume of goods increased by +1.1%
The Charthage ferry was placed under administrative detention in the port of Genoa
Genoa
A Coast Guard inspection found numerous deficiencies
Disney Cruise Line's largest ship's debut delayed by three months
Lake Buena Vista
Construction delays force the maiden voyage to be postponed until March 10th.
Shell to supply liquefied biomethane to Hapag-Lloyd containerships
Hamburg
Agreement effective immediately
Andrea Zoratti has been appointed general manager of Hub Telematica
Genoa
The company is controlled by Assagenti and Spediporto
Jotun and Messina sign agreement to improve the environmental and commercial performance of ships.
Genoa
The "Jolly Rosa" vessel will use the Hull Skating Solutions solution
PSA Genova Pra' announces the hiring of 25 people dedicated to container handling.
Genoa
Ferrari: International markets have changed profoundly
CMA CGM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels and Chinese services
Marseille
The rates announced by the USTR in April will apply from October 14th.
South Korean HJ Shipbuilding wins orders for four 8,850 TEU containerships
Busan
Orders with a total value of approximately 461 million dollars
Conference: "Waiting and Delays in Road Transport: Logistics in Check"
Genoa
Organized by Trasportounito, it will be held on September 26th in Genoa
GNV has inaugurated a new office in Barcelona
Barcelona
The company currently has 52 employees throughout Spain.
Port of Trieste: EU funding for two new projects
Trieste
Resources with a total value of 1.7 million euros
Filt Cgil, the Flotilla incident is serious. Dockworkers are ready to mobilize.
Rome
Union announces action if aid is not allowed to reach Gaza
Stena Line to buy Latvian port operator Terrabalt
Gothenburg
It handles rolling stock, bulk cargo, and general cargo traffic in the port of Liepaja.
In the first eight months of 2025, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +10.6%
Gioia Tauro
2,912,943 TEUs were handled
Meyer Turku begins construction of Royal Caribbean's fourth "Icon"-class cruise ship
Miami/Turku
It will be delivered in 2027
More than one in ten maritime shipments has shortages
Washington
This is what a report by the World Shipping Council has revealed, highlighting the safety risks
Last July, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +3.8%
Ravenna
In the first seven months of 2025, growth was +5.4%
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Belgian ports fell by -3.2%.
Brussels
Landings down 1.3% and embarkations down 5.4%
Product tanker High Fidelity rescues 38 migrants on a drifting dinghy
Rome
Intervention in the south of the island of Crete
GES and RINA sign agreement to develop a prototype of a new hydrogen battery
Rovereto/Genoa
PSA's second phase of container terminal at Mumbai Port inaugurated
Singapore
Annual traffic capacity will increase to 4.8 million TEUs
The conference "EU ETS - Perspectives and Opportunities for Decarbonization in the Maritime Sector" will be held in Palermo.
Rome
It will be held on September 18th and 19th
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
Korean Firms Reassess U.S. Investments After Mass Immigration Raid
(The Korea Bizwire)
Russia's infrastructure development plan aims to build 17 marine terminals by 2036
(Interfax)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Fincantieri and PGZ sign an agreement to support the modernization of the Polish Navy
Trieste
The third LSS section for Chantiers de l'Atlantique was launched in Castellammare di Stabia.
In the US, funding for wind energy development projects in ports is being cut.
Washington
Resources worth $679 million will be reallocated for port infrastructure upgrades
From January 1st, Kombiverkehr will operate the PKV intermodal terminal in the port of Duisburg.
Frankfurt am Main
It has a traffic capacity of approximately 200 thousand intermodal units per year.
Wallenius Marine and ABB form Overseas joint venture
Stockholm
The aim is to accelerate the launch of the platform of the same name for improving fleet performance.
The Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has asked the Region to agree on the appointment of Bagalà as president of the Sardinian Port Authority.
Rome
He is currently the extraordinary commissioner of the same body
DHL eCommerce has acquired a minority stake in Saudi Arabia's AJEX Logistics Services.
Bonn/Riyadh
The Middle Eastern company has two thousand employees
CMPort's port terminals handled record container traffic in the second quarter
Hong Kong
In the first six months of 2025 the total was 78.8 million TEUs (+4.3%)
Confitarma approves the decree on advanced training for tanker seafarers.
Rome
Applause to the General Command of the Port Authority Corps
Quarterly freight traffic in Moroccan ports increases
Tangier/Casablanca
In Tanger Med the growth was +17%
The board of directors of the Genoa-based Ente Bacini has been renewed.
Genoa
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