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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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European Commission meeting to define the strategy for the development of EU ports and maritime industry
Brussels
Call for papers by July 28th
Assarmatori asks for support for Italian seafarers employed on short-haul routes and for the renewal of ferry fleets
Assarmatori asks for support for Italian seafarers employed on short-haul routes and for the renewal of ferry fleets
Rome
Messina: State Aid regime needs to be redesigned for European shipyards
In the first four months of 2025, maritime container traffic between Asia and Europe grew by +4.8%
Tokyo
-6.4% drop in shipments to Asian ports. +9.0% increase in unloading volumes in Europe
The impact on Italy of a possible closure of the maritime route through the Strait of Hormuz would be significant
Rome
The merchant fleet for energy products controlled by the Italian shipping industry interested in these traffics amounts to approximately 80 units.
Cargo traffic in China's seaports grew by +3.7% last month
Cargo traffic in China's seaports grew by +3.7% last month
Beijing
Containers amounted to 26.7 million TEU (+6.1%)
In 2024, 576 containers were lost at sea out of over 250 million transported by ships
Washington
About 200 have fallen from container ships in the Cape of Good Hope region
FMC questions deal exempting World Shipping Council companies from US antitrust rules
Washington
Meanwhile, Sola, appointed by Trump on January 20 to the presidency of the federal agency, is leaving his post today.
The European maritime-port sector nitpicks the reform of the Community customs rules
Brussels
Note from CLECAT, ECASBA, European Shipowners, ESPO, Feport and WSC
EU Council agrees on reform of the Union Customs Code
Brussels
CLECAT is concerned about the persistence of the concept of "Single Liable Person" in the text
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia grew by +2.4%
Civitavecchia
Increase of +9.9% in Gaeta and decrease of -17.1% in Fiumicino
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Accelleron consolida le partnership con Somas e Geislinger per sostenere l'efficienza e la sostenibilità del settore marittimo
Japanese shipbuilding company Imabari Shipbuilding acquires control of fellow Japanese JMU
Imabari/Tokyo
Ownership share increased from 30% to 60%
WTO: New tariffs have given a boost to trade that is unlikely to last
Geneva
Recovery driven by importers who brought forward purchases in view of expected tariff increases
Terminal Investments Limited of the MSC Group acquires 50% of the capital of Barcelona Europe South Terminal
Barcelona
The transaction was authorized by the Port Authority of Barcelona
There are no implementing decrees for the SalvaMare law and Italian citizens are paying for the management of fished waste that is not carried out
Rome
The Marevivo Foundation and the Federation of the Sea report it
In five and a half years, 1,244 tons of drugs have been seized in EU ports
In five and a half years, 1,244 tons of drugs have been seized in EU ports
Lisbon
The largest quantities pass through ports in Belgium, Spain, Holland, Italy and Germany
The International Convention on Ship Recycling will enter into force tomorrow
Copenhagen
BIMCO urges EU to include Indian shipyards in EU list of ship recycling facilities
Assologistica presents the "Cruscotto" project to ensure transparency and legality in the logistics sector
Milan
Ruggerone: it is an infrastructure of trust between clients and operators
Federagenti, cruises cannot and must not become the target of an indiscriminate hate campaign
Federagenti, cruises cannot and must not become the target of an indiscriminate hate campaign
Rome
A "Pact for the Sea" proposed with solutions to tackle overtourism for which passenger ships are not to blame
New step forward for the construction of the underground freight transport system in Switzerland
New step forward for the construction of the underground freight transport system in Switzerland
Bern
Cargo sous terrain plans to build a 500-kilometer system by mid-century
Carnival posts record earnings for March-May period
Carnival posts record earnings for March-May period
Miami
The number of cruise passengers embarked also peaked this quarter
Federlogistica, it is reckless to activate railway construction sites without a concerted plan
Genoa
Falteri: Isolating the port of Genoa from the railway network for three weeks means putting the whole of Northern Italy in difficulty
Multipurpose terminals privatized in eight Saudi ports
Multipurpose terminals privatized in eight Saudi ports
Riyadh
Four will be operated by Saudi Global Ports and four by Red Sea Gateway Terminal
Public debate launched on the project for Pier VIII in the port of Trieste
Public debate launched on the project for Pier VIII in the port of Trieste
Trieste
A total investment of 315.8 million euros is expected
South Korea's HD Hyundai partners with US Edison Chouest Offshore to build containerships in US
South Korea's HD Hyundai partners with US Edison Chouest Offshore to build containerships in US
Seoul
The possibility of building other types of ships and constructing port cranes is foreseen
Rixi: with the Omnibus decree, Phase B of the new Genoa breakwater is guaranteed
Rome
Expenditure of 50 million euros authorised for 2026 and 92.8 million for 2027
Israel-Iran conflict prompts Maersk to suspend calls at Haifa port
Copenhagen
Those at the port of Ashdod will continue instead.
Northern European Nations Commitment to Counter Russian Shadow Fleet
Warsaw
If the vessels do not fly a valid flag in the Baltic Sea and the North Sea - they specify - we will take appropriate measures in compliance with international law.
Freight traffic in French ports stable in the first quarter of 2025
Freight traffic in French ports stable in the first quarter of 2025
The Defense
Containers and liquid bulk on the rise. Increase in unloading loads and decrease in loading loads
Cognolato (Assiterminal): Today more than ever we need a coherent port policy
Rome
All the critical issues highlighted in recent years still remain open - he highlighted.
Alessandro Pitto confirmed as president of Fedespedi
Milan
The Board of Directors, the Board of Arbiters and the Board of Auditors have been renewed
A protest action by Greek seafarers is heated, with the PENEN and PNO unions launching very serious accusations, including mutual ones
Piraeus
The strike, declared illegal by the courts, blocks some ships of the Attica group in the port of Patras
Saipem awarded contract for a phosphate mining project in Algeria that includes the upgrading of the port of Annaba
Milan
The construction of railway lines is also planned
Suez Canal celebrates return of large-capacity containership transits
Suez Canal celebrates return of large-capacity containership transits
Ismailia
Today it was crossed by the vessel "CMA CGM Osiris" which can carry 15,536 teu
IMO, ILO, ICS and ITF urge protection of seafarers' rights against unjust criminalisation
London
The "Guidelines on the Fair Treatment of Seafarers Detained in Relation to Alleged Offences" were adopted in April
Trump's new tariffs also hit container traffic at the Port of Long Beach
Long Beach
In the first five months of 2025, an increase of +17.2% was recorded
Transfer of the port of Carrara from the Ligurian to the Tuscan AdSP not without a discussion with the operators
Milan
Dario Perioli, FHP, Grendi and Tarros ask for it
Up to $768 billion in investments needed to adapt world ports to rising sea levels
New York
Port of Los Angeles Feels Impact of New Tariffs on Container Traffic
Los Angeles
A decrease of -4.8% was recorded in May
Assagenti proposes a task force to solve port, logistics and industrial problems
Genoa
A "problem solver" consultative body composed, in addition to the categories of the maritime cluster, of the manufacturing industries of the North-West quadrant
Cargo traffic at the port of Singapore fell by -4.6% in May
Singapore
New crane overturned for delivery in new Tuas port area
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic on the Swiss rail network fell by -6.4%
Neuchatel
Service performance at 2.35 billion tonne-km, down -8.2%
ANGOPI fears that new measures to ensure maritime continuity will penalise mooring services
ANGOPI fears that new measures to ensure maritime continuity will penalise mooring services
Ischia
Power: it is necessary to remove them from a perverse mechanism
Dutch HES International to operate bulk terminal in Marseille-Fos port
Marseille
The concession contract will have a minimum duration of 30 years
Ibiza government opposes Trasmed's overnight stay on board ferry program
Ibiza/Valencia
It is considered a "clandestine hotel", while the company defines it as a cruise service
Bruno Pisano appointed extraordinary commissioner of the AdSP of the Eastern Ligurian Sea
Rome
He will take up his post next Monday
Federlogistica proposes a comparison between operators on the congestion fee while waiting for a solution from the government
Genoa
In the first five months of 2025, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +10.3%
Joy Taurus
1,813,071 TEUs were handled
Trasportounito, truck waiting times in ports must be paid
Genoa
Tagnochetti: The Port Fee aims to redistribute the costs of all disruptions more equitably
Commissioners of the AdSPs of the Northern Tyrrhenian, Ionian and Western Liguria appointed
Rome/Genoa
Trade unions concerned about the future of Genoa Port Terminal workers
Political instability and green transition are the main problems that shipping faces
London
This is highlighted in the "ICS Maritime Barometer Report 2024-2025"
The new container terminal of the port of Termini Imerese presented
Palermo
Transfer of traffic handled by Portitalia to the port of Palermo
GCMD survey confirms shipping's commitment to decarbonisation
Singapore
Ports concerned about lack of certainty about demand from shipping companies
The EU Commission has re-identified Port Said East and Tanger Med as neighbouring container transhipment ports
Brussels
Road haulage extends congestion fee application to Livorno port
Livorno/Rome/Milan/Genoa
Fedespedi, they do not solve the problems, but have the only effect of increasing costs
The new Border Control Post has been inaugurated in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
The structure cost 15 million euros
The transfer of 80% of Louis-Dreyfus Armateurs' capital to InfraVia has been implemented
Suresnes/Paris
The Louis-Dreyfus family retains the remaining 20%
Port of Genoa, green light for extension of concession to Spinelli until September 30
Genoa
Ok also to the extension to the Campostano group
The National Maritime Fund has started the recognition of scholarships
Genoa
They are granted for basic training and security familiarization courses.
RFI and MIT sign the update to the program contract for approximately 2.1 billion
Rome
Around 500 million euros expected for the management of the railway network
San Giorgio del Porto delivers a vessel for the bunkering of liquefied natural gas
Genoa
It was built for Genova Trasporti Marittimi
Pisano (AdSP Liguria Orientale): the ports of La Spezia and Carrara have integrated almost perfectly
La Spezia/Bari
Extraordinary Commissioner of the Southern Adriatic Sea Port Authority appointed
Raffaele Latrofa appointed president of the AdSP of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea
Rome
He is the deputy mayor of Pisa
India's Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Acquires Control of Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard
Mumbai
Investment of approximately 53 million dollars
The Commissioner of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been granted the powers and prerogatives of the Management Committee
Genoa
The measure pending the restoration of the ordinary top management bodies
The Three-Year Operational Plan 2025-2027 of the Central Adriatic Port Authority has been approved
Ancona
Favorable opinion of the Sea Resource Partnership Body
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
It will deal with the physical transformations of the container and the digitalization of processes
Andrea Ormesani is the new president of Assosped Venezia
Venice
The board of directors has been renewed. Paolo Salvaro remains general secretary
Witte (ISU): In 2024, the ship salvage sector stabilized from the low of two years ago
London
Finnish Elomatic to Install Tunnel Thrusters on 11 Carnival Cruise Ships
Turku
The works will begin next autumn and will end in 2028
The Assarmatori assembly will be held in Rome on July 1st
Rome
"Mediterranean against the current" the theme of the meeting
Fincantieri has delivered the new cruise ship Viking Vesta to the American Viking
Trieste/Los Angeles
It was built in the Ancona shipyard
The Genoa Coast Guard has placed the container ship PL Germany under administrative detention
Genoa
Italian Navy orders two new Multipurpose Combat Ships from Fincantieri
Trieste
The order to the shipbuilding company is worth 700 million euros
MSC Group to manage cruise services in the ports of Bari and Brindisi
Bari
Ten-year concession with possibility of extension
German Kombiverkehr Returns to Profit in 2024
Frankfurt am Main
The level of revenues remained unchanged at 434.6 million euros.
Deltamarin to design the six new ro-pax vessels ordered by Grimaldi for the Mediterranean routes
Turku
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
The practice of subcontracting in European logistics is creating a parallel labour market where rights are not enforced
Brussels
"Sorry, We Subcontracted You" Report Presented
Tomorrow Grendi will launch the group's fourth ship on routes to and from Sardinia
Milan
"Grendi Star", with a load capacity of 2,800 linear meters, will connect Marina di Carrara and Cagliari
FREMM frigates operational support contract signed between Orizzonte Sistemi Navali and OCCAR
Taranto
The agreement has a total value of approximately 764 million euros
Call to reform the entire driver training system in the transport sector
Rome
Seven proposals presented
In the port of Gioia Tauro, the Guardia di Finanza soldiers seized 228 kilos of cocaine
Reggio Calabria
Two dockers arrested
Port of Livorno, new observatory to find solutions to the problem of port congestion
Leghorn
Marilli: We will seek solutions to reach the possible revocation of the port fee
Lockton PL Ferrari closed the last fiscal year with gross revenues of 34 million dollars
Genoa
Insurance premium volume rose to 350 million
Polish Trans Polonia Group acquires Dutch Nijman/Zeetank Holding
Tczew
It specializes in the transportation and logistics of liquid and gaseous products
d'Amico Tankers Sells Two 2011-Built Tankers for $36.2 Million
Luxembourg
They will be delivered to buyers by the end of July and on December 21st.
The Italian Merchant Marine Academy plans 13 new free courses
Genoa
Over 300 positions available
A delegation of Wista Italy visits the ports of Catania and Augusta
Catania/August
The association is made up of women who hold positions of responsibility in the maritime, logistics and trade sectors.
In the first five months of 2025, the port of Algeciras handled 1.9 million containers (-6.3%)
Algeciras
Empty containers decreased by -5.5% and full ones by -6.4%
Reway Group enters the port railway infrastructure maintenance sector
Licciana Nardi
Two contracts awarded by the AdSP of the Eastern Ligurian Sea
Delcomar and Ensamar take over maritime services with the smaller Sardinian islands
Cagliari
The tender for the six-year concession of the connections has been awarded
Port of Trieste, the newly appointed Gurrieri torpedoes the newly appointed Torbianelli
Trieste
Russo (Pd): it's a squalid power game
Singapore's SeaLead expands its maritime shipping offering to connect Turkey and Italy
Singapore
Route connected to services transiting the Suez Canal
The US Container Security Initiative program has been extended to Morocco
Rabat
Amrani: Let's consolidate Tanger Med's role as a safe and world-class maritime hub
Very positive first quarter for Greek Euroseas
Athens
Pittas: the positive momentum continued in the second quarter
Assonat and SACE present a plan for Italian tourist ports
Rome
Kuehne+Nagel has opened a new branch in Naples
Milan
The aim is to support the operational growth of the group in Southern Italy
RINA has acquired the entire capital of Finnish Foreship
Helsinki
The Helsinki-based company specializes in consulting in the field of marine and mechanical engineering.
Container traffic down at Barcelona and Valencia ports in May
Barcelona/Valencia
Resumption of containers in transit at the Catalan port
Annual cargo traffic in Greek ports stable in 2024
Piraeus
Domestic volumes are growing, while foreign trade is decreasing
Perplexity of freight forwarders, customs agents and maritime agents of La Spezia at the transfer of the port of Carrara to the Tuscan AdSP
The Spice
Timidly, they "hope for consideration for the progress made so far"
Francesco Mastro appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Southern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He will take up office on June 30th.
John Denholm to be new president of the International Chamber of Shipping
Athens
He will take over from Emanuele Grimaldi in a year
Extraordinary commissioners of the two Ligurian Port System Authorities have been installed
Genoa/La Spezia
Matteo Paroli and Bruno Pisano at the helm of the institutions
Container traffic at Hong Kong port drops sharply in May
Hong Kong
1.05 million TEUs were handled (-12.7%)
Assogasliquidi-Federchimica shows the way to accelerate the decarbonization of road and maritime transport
Rome
Amadei: Our sector is ready and the time has come for courageous industrial choices
Eagle S tanker command blamed for cutting submarine cables in Gulf of Finland
Advantages
The accident was caused by the ship's anchor
Online platform to report critical issues that put transport workers at risk
Genoa
It was prepared by Fit Cisl Liguria
GNV to create a direct summer connection between Civitavecchia and Tunis
Genoa
It will run alongside the historic route via Palermo
The unification of Grimaldi's concessions in the port of Barcelona has been completed
Madrid/Barcelona
The contract expires on September 20, 2035.
In the first five months of 2025, cargo traffic in Russian ports fell by -4.9%
St. Petersburg
A decrease of approximately -12% was recorded in May
Raben Logistics Group Creates Subsidiary in Türkiye
Milan
It will have 20 employees and a 2,000 square meter cross-dock warehouse
Alberto Dellepiane confirmed as president of Assorimorchiatori
Rome
The composition of the entire association leadership remains unchanged
Agreement between Fincantieri and Indonesian PMM to develop solutions to face new unconventional underwater challenges
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The Assarmatori assembly will be held in Rome on July 1st
Rome
"Mediterranean against the current" the theme of the meeting
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Structural adaptation works on dock 23 of the port of Ancona awarded
Ancona
Intervention worth over 11.8 million euros
Conference on the role of LNG and bioLNG for the decarbonisation of transport and industry
Rome
The Federchimica-Assogasliquidi event will take place on Monday in Rome
Dutch Bolidt increases presence in cruise ship sector with acquisition of American Boteka
Hendrik Ido Ambacht
Contship Italia has acquired the Genoese customs services company STS
Melzo
The Ligurian company was founded in 1985
Francesco Benevolo has been appointed extraordinary commissioner of the AdSP of the Central-Northern Adriatic Sea
Rome
He is the operations director of RAM - Logistics, Infrastructure and Transport
Montaresi resigns as commissioner of the Eastern Ligurian Port Authority
The Spice
In the eight months of administration - he underlines - we have not lost even a second
Gurrieri has been appointed extraordinary commissioner of the AdSP of the Eastern Adriatic Sea
Trieste
Pending the completion of the formal process for the designation of the president
The commissioners of the AdSP of Western Liguria have handed over their mandate to Minister Salvini
Genoa
The decision is part of the process of designation and nomination of the new leaders
Confetra criticizes the provisions of the decree-law Infrastructure for road transport
Rome
The Confederation urges the blocking of the process of appointing the presidents of the port authorities
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw revenue decline in May
Keelung/Taipei
The decline is accentuated for the two main companies
South Korea's KSOE wins order to build eight 15,900 TEU containerships
Seongnam
The unit value of each vessel is approximately $221 million.
First port terminal for car traffic of Greek Neptune Lines
Piraeus
It will be inaugurated next year in the French port of Port-La Nouvelle
The assembly of the association of Genoese maritime agents and brokers will be held on June 16th
Genoa
Round Table on Genoa, the hub of the North West and the Mediterranean
BN di Navigazione Board of Directors Renewed
Genoa
BluNavy aims to reach one million passengers by 2025
Viking Line designs world's largest all-electric ro-pax vessel
Viking Line designs world's largest all-electric ro-pax vessel
Åland
Record Monthly Container Traffic at Turkish Ports
Ankara
In May, almost 1.4 million TEUs were handled (+17.6%)
Sergio Landolfi has been elected president of the Customs Association of the Port of La Spezia
The Spice
The board of directors has been renewed
The ferry industry elite will attend the Interferry conference in Salerno in October
Victoria
Event titled "Connections"
Uniport launches an initiative to support ALS research
Rome
Fundraising for the NeMO Clinical Center Serena Foundation Onlus
The Propeller Club of Genoa has analyzed risks and opportunities of using AI in the maritime and insurance sectors
Genoa
The importance of training in the use of technology was highlighted
Chantiers de l'Atlantique delivers luxury cruising yacht Luminara to The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
Saint Nazaire
The ship will debut in Alaska
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