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Exim India web site
OCTOBER 28, 2024
  • JNPA issues Standard Operating Procedure for payment at empty container depot
  • Bombay Overseas Freight Brokers Association holds 69th AGM
  • Digitization of Customs Bonded Warehouse procedures relating to obtaining Warehouse Licenses, Bond to Bond Movement of warehoused goods and uploading of Monthly returns
  • APSEZ completes acquisition of 80% stake in marine service provider Astro Offshore Group
  • Mukesh Mangal appointed Joint Secretary in MoPSW; Premjit Lal the new Executive Director of ITPO
  • CWC Regional Manager and DPA Chairman hold discussions on enhancing synergy
  • CONCOR's Varnama terminal to be connected to the DFC soon
  • DGFT lifts curb on non-basmati white rice exports
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (25 October 2024)
  • JNCH advisory calls for refraining from penalising Customs Brokers in a routine manner in matters involving interpretation of statute
  • Govt notifies policy conditions for sesame seeds export to US
  • Fragmentation of dry bulk freight market seen
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International Transport Journal web site
OCTOBER 28, 2024
  • Well-connected
  • Green light for class I-to-class I interchange
  • Vice-chair steps into the shoes of Peter Mollema
  • Five-in-one foldable container launched
  • Yusen's new Charleston hub
  • Two conferences in Vienna
  • Woodside joins pallet network
  • 512,000 t of airfreight
  • Raja picks sales director for France
  • Rotterdam adopts 'Secure Chain' for imports
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Stepping into South Africa
  • High payloads, reduced diesel consumption

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The Loadstar web site
OCTOBER 25, 2024
  • Carriers may have 'overshot' on capacity and will need to blank more sailings
  • $102m settlement agreed in first case after MV Dali's Baltimore bridge crash
  • The absurdly simple freight rate shipping cycle - except when it's not
  • Surprise meets Virgin Atlantic Cargo's 'bizarre' daily cargo flight to Brussels
  • Starlux Airlines raises $293m in IPO and aims to build freighter fleet
  • Coyote out, USPS in, and yet another dispiriting UPS SCS update
  • Could this five-in-one collapsible container finally be the game-changer?

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Marine Log web site
OCTOBER 25, 2024
  • Bollinger Shipyards lays keel for ULA's new SpaceShip
    Bollinger Shipyards yesterday held a ceremony at its Bollinger Marine Fabricators shipyard in Amelia, La., to lay the keel for the future R/S SpaceShip. SpaceShip is being built for ULA (United Launch

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Container News web site
OCTOBER 25, 2024
  • Container Shipping Weekly Stock Highlights: Market Trends
    The container shipping industry has been experiencing a dynamic shift in market conditions, significantly impacting the stock performance of various key players. Recent stock price movements reveal a mixed landscape, characterized by fluctuations that reflect underlying trends in global trade, operational challenges, and shifting investor sentiment. As companies navigate supply chain disruptions,
  • Hapag-Lloyd applies new surcharge in Gambia
    German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd has announced a new peak season surcharge (PSS) from Europe, Middle East & Indian Subcontinent, and North & Latin America to Gambia's port of Banjul. A surcharge of US$825/€750 per container will be implemented for all equipment types. This surcharge will take effect on November 15 for ports in Northern Europe, Southern Europe, the Middle East, and the Indian Subc
  • Imminent new strike in Montreal port
    CUPE 375, the union representing longshore workers in Montreal, eastern Canada's largest port, has issued a 24-hour strike notice, running from 7 am local time on 27 October, to 6.59 am (local time) on 28 October. The strike comes amid an ongoing industrial action that started on 10 October. An earlier three-day strike, which disrupted operations at the Viau and Maisonneuve (Termont) terminals, e
  • Vessel orders cause market paradox of falling demand and rates
    Market analytics platform Xeneta has analysed the apparent contradiction in container shipping which has seen rising demand met with falling freight rates. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! Mary Anne Evans Correspondent at Large If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • Tighter margins for DSV and K+N in 2024 to date
    DSV and Kuehne + Nagel, the world's two largest freight forwarding groups, saw their profit margins squeezed for the first nine months of 2024. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! Martina Li Asia Correspondent If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • Maritime Trade Dynamics: Evaluating resilience and risk across key global routes
    The 2024 Maritime Trade Review by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) indicates that trade routes linked to emerging markets are anticipated to be the most dynamic in 2024, influenced by trends towards securing dependable supply chains and shaped by trade and industrial policies. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please co
  • Toll invests over US$130 million to upgrade its fleet
    Australian logistics company Toll Group plans to invest A$200 million (US$132.6 million) in new vehicles aiming to refresh its fleet. The investment will see 25% of the company's Australian fleet renewed, with the introduction of nearly 400 Euro 6 standard prime movers and 20 rigid vehicles. The fleet renewal investment is in partnership with Penske, Volvo Group Australia, and Isuzu, while the ve
  • Porto Itapoá hits 1 million TEU milestone faster than ever
    Brazil's Porto Itapoá has achieved another container milestone, handling 1 million TEUs in the first 10 months of 2024. This performance is translated to a new box volume record driven mainly by the completion of Phase III of the port's expansion in the first half of the year. The Latin American port has increased the size of its yard to a capacity of 455,000 m², which is the largest in Santa Cat
  • Port of Montreal signs decarbonization agreement with SOFIAC
    In a bid to enhance energy efficiency and reduce its carbon footprint, the Montreal Port Authority (MPA) has entered into a partnership with SOFIAC, an investment fund specializing in decarbonization. SOFIAC will support the Canadian port in a comprehensive energy efficiency project that can potentially reduce greenhouse gas emissions from its operational buildings by over 60%. With a multi-milli
  • Konecranes records improved financial results
    Finnish port equipment manufacturer Konecranes has reported strong results with operating profit of €365 million, order intake of €2.8 billion and sales of €3 billion for the first three quarters of the year. Additionally, the company's comparable EBITA margin reached 13% and comparable EBITA climbed to €392.2 million. Konecranes CEO Anders Svensson commented, "Konecranes delivered another strong
  • Grace Ocean and Synergy to pay over US$100 million for Baltimore bridge collapse
    Grace Ocean, the owner, and Synergy Marine, the operator of the container ship Dali, which destroyed the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore in April, have agreed to pay US$101,980,000 to resolve a civil claim brought by the United States for costs borne from the bridge collapse. The settlement resolves the United States' claims for civil damages for US$103,078,056 under the Rivers and Harbors
  • Miros assumes full ownership of Miros Mocean
    Norway-based maritime technology company Miros AS has acquired full ownership of Miros Mocean AS, enhancing its ability to provide cutting-edge real-time ocean insights, benefiting all relevant market segments, including commercial shipping. As of September 2024, Miros acquired all remaining shares in Miros Mocean from its joint venture partners, BW Group and Copenhagen Commercial Platform (CCP).
  • MSC announces rotation change in US-SAEC service
    To maintain schedule reliability, the world's largest container line MSC has decided to adjust the rotation of its service connecting the United States with the East Coast of South America. Consequently, Florida's Port Everglades will be reintroduced Brazil's port of Itajai will replace the port of Navegantes into the service rotation. The first vessel, which will run on the following updated por
  • DACHSER enhances innovative rolling container for store deliveries
    DACHSER has enhanced its innovative rolling container, the Retail Box, originally designed for transporting both hanging and flat garments to retailers. This container ensures that clothing arrives at retail stores without wrinkles or creases, marking a significant achievement in fashion logistics. Initially launched about five years ago, the Retail Box has now been improved and is available in t

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Splash web site
OCTOBER 25, 2024
  • F. Laeisz buys into Diana Shipping
    German-based Reederei F. Laeisz has placed its bets on the dry bulk sector with an investment in Greek owner Diana Shipping. The Nikolaus Schües-led shipping group has snapped up about 6.3m shares in New York-listed Diana, equal to a 5% stake. The move on the Athens-based Diana, revealed in a filing to the US Securities ...
  • West Africa cape volumes spike
    Guinea's emergence as a source of great cargoes for the cape trades and China's booming electric vehicle manufacturers is increasingly being joined by other West African nations. Led by Guinean stems, capesize and above parcels ex-West Africa have increased by a per annum growth rate of 19.6% since 2018, according to analysts at broker BRS ...
  • Shearwater wins more work with TotalEnergies in Angola
    Norwegian offshore seismic contractor Shearwater GeoServices has secured more work for TotalEnergies in Angola. The Bergen-based company has won a second ocean bottom node (OBN) survey contract in the country on the southwestern coast of Africa this month following the award for a project at block B32. The new project involves a three-month deepwater OBN ...
  • Globus Maritime brings in two bulkers from chairman Feidakis
    Greek dry bulk owner Globus Maritime has picked up a pair of kamsarmaxes in a deal with its chairman Georgios Feidakis. The Nasdaq-listed company is paying $54m for the two unnamed scrubber-fitted ships built in 2014 and 2016. The 2016-built 81,119 dwt unit came at $27.5m, while its two years older 81,817 dwt counterpart cost ...
  • SBM Offshore sells minority stake in FPSO Sepetiba to Chinese firm
    Dutch floater expert SBM Offshore has divested a 13.5% ownership interest in the special purpose companies related to the lease and operation of the FPSO Sepetiba to China Merchants Financial Leasing (CMFL). The two companies agreed back in February 2022 that CMFL would acquire its ownership interest after the FPSO had started operations. The FPSO ...
  • DEME bags cable installation work on Dutch offshore wind farm
    Belgian marine contractor DEME has won a contract to carry out transport and installation works for the inter-array cables and secondary steel for the OranjeWind offshore wind farm in the Netherlands. The wind farm is being developed by a joint venture of leading energy companies RWE and TotalEnergies and will have an installed capacity of ...
  • Indian steel giant JSW eyes container manufacturing
    One of India's largest conglomerates, JSW Group, is looking to enter the container manufacturing space. The Sajjan Jindal-led company, which is involved in steel, ports, energy, infrastructure, cement, automotive and paints, has hired consultants to identify the market potential to enter a sector that is currently heavily dominated by the Chinese. The move is also ...
  • Montreal port braces for another strike
    The union representing Port of Montreal longshore workers has issued a 24-hour strike notice, running from 7 am on Sunday in the latest industrial action to hit the North American east coast. The union already carried out a three-day strike in September and continues their strike action refusing to work overtime. Longshore workers at the Canadian port ...
  • Edwin Lampert: Mealtimes With My Maritime Friends
    Nauryz kozhe is a broth that tends to be consumed in new year celebrations in Kazakhstan, the world's largest landlocked country. Made with meat, kefir, rice, barley and noodles, the soup is meant to usher in good luck because it is considered a symbol of wealth and richness in the coming year. The recipe is ...

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Lloyd's List web site
OCTOBER 25, 2024
  • Daily Briefing
    Are shipping's progressives pushing forward or paused in political purgatory? | Grace Ocean and Synergy settle civil suit with US...
  • Container shipping rates show signs of life after multi-month slide
    The Shanghai Containerized Freight Index increased 6% versus the prior week, its largest weekly gain since late June. However, 'gravity...
  • What electric vehicles mean for oil demand and tanker markets
    The International Energy Agency's recent world energy outlook provided the first detailed forecasts to indicate the impact that electric cars...
  • Marine insurance is there for when the ship hits the span
    Accountants book prepaid premiums as an asset. And there's a reason for that
  • Maritime data specialist CargoMetrics collapses
    US data intelligence provider CargoMetrics had attracted a strong group of high-profile investors, including Google's Eric Schmidt and shipowner Idan...
  • Tug responsible for Trinidad and Tobago oil spill arrested in Angola
    The tug was towing the barge Gulfstream, which leaked 50,000 barrels of oil on to Tobago's coastline, and even spread...
  • Armed pirates sail from Somali port, Eunavfor warns
    Pirates have returned to the Indian Ocean after the monsoon season caused a lull in activity, EOS Risk Group head...
  • Climate change increasingly challenging European ports
    The European Sea Ports Organisation said 64% of ports it surveyed reported climate-related operational challenges in 2024, up from 47%...
  • LNG carriers and offshore projects keep Samsung Heavy profitable
    In the fourth quarter, the company aims to secure orders for environmentally friendly containerships and other projects to meet its...
  • Are shipping's progressives pushing forward or paused in political purgatory?
    Even shipping's green first movers are in wait-and-see mode right now as everyone awaits regulatory clarity. But no decision from...
  • Fortescue posts record first-quarter iron ore shipments
    The results represent a 4% increase on the same period last year and are a welcome good start to the...
  • Chinaland Shipping enters capesize sector with secondhand pair
    The company said the two newly added capesize dry bulkers will serve its efforts to expand its international tramping business
  • Dali's $100m-plus settlement with Department of Justice is fully insured, owners confirm
    No word on whether 'pay to be paid' rule invoked
  • Globus buys two kamsarmaxes from chairman
    Secondhand deal comes amid ongoing fleet expansion with ultramax newbuilds
  • Shipping corporate governance: the good, the bad and the ugly
    Lloyd's List senior US reporter Greg Miller speaks with equity analyst Michael Webber about his newly released ranking of public...
  • Port of Montreal braces for 24-hour strike
    The strike will last from 0700 hrs on Sunday October 27 to 0659 hrs on Monday October 28, affecting Montreal's...
  • Ruby to transfer ammonium nitrate in UK port after diplomatic limbo
    A ship caught in a media scare over fears about the safety of its cargo will transfer its load to...
  • Alternative fuel bunker fleet sees newbuildings and retrofits boost
    Almost half of all bunkering vessels ordered in 2024 have been contracted to serve the burgeoning LNG dual-fuel ship fleet...
  • TS Lines to raise up to $145m for fleet upgrade from Hong Kong IPO
    With a two-decade presence in China, the Taipei-based company acknowledges the risks posed by tensions across the Taiwan Strait
  • Grace Ocean and Synergy settle civil suit with US Justice Department for $102m
    The owners and managers of the containership Dali have settled with the US Department of Justice for $102m, a little...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
OCTOBER 25, 2024
  • ILA, USMX said to resume talks on new master contract in November
    Maritime employers and the longshore union representing dockworkers along the US East and Gulf coasts will restart negotiations in New Jersey next month, with automation the main issue at hand.
  • NY-NJ port veterans recall Maher executive Don McBeth
    McBeth, who passed away last week at age 83, was remembered as instrumental in the development of the Prince Rupert container terminal.
  • US export market navigating 'disruptive' peak season amid ag shipment growth
    Shippers and forwarders are reporting slowdowns at several inland gateways that are linked to seasonality, equipment placement, labor disruption and carrier behavior
  • Asia-Europe air cargo demand jumps while 'de minimis' scrutiny hampers trans-Pac
    The recent rise in volume to Europe contrasts sharply with China-to-US tonnage that in the second half has fallen far below year-over-year levels following greater scrutiny by US authorities on e-commerce imports.
  • Value of Schenker takeover will manifest in expanding services: DSV CEO
    Jens Lund this week emphasized the earnings potential of the takeover, pointing to greater scale and a wider portfolio of services that would increase the combined entity's reach.
  • FMC continues clawing back per diem charges for shippers
    The agency said it has secured more refunds and waivers for shippers in disputes with ocean carriers over detention and demurrage charges, with more investigations pending.
  • Ex-Mobile executive Branch named CEO of Port of New Orleans
    Beth Ann Branch is taking the reins as New Orleans develops the $1.8 billion Louisiana International Terminal, which will allow the port to service ultra-large container ships.

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TradeWinds web site
OCTOBER 25, 2024
  • World Kinect reports bunker profit growth despite volume slip
    Stock sinks after Stifel downgrade despite in-line results
  • Vessel linked to $244m Caribbean oil spill arrested by Trinidad & Tobago
    Tug Solo Creed had already been detained by authorities in Angola
  • Ports have organised crime and human trafficking in their sights
    Port association chair says guide will 'undoubtedly save lives'
  • d'Amico International scores long-term charter to extend deal hot-streak
    Italian owner announces second two-year deal in two months
  • South Korea's state-owned shareholders raise stake in flag-carrier HMM
    Big two investors hold 67% of liner operator after converting $474m of bonds
  • Solstad companies stay active in Brazil with trio of new deals
    Norwegian offshore player grabbing $53m on new contracts
  • Carriers plot rate hikes in anticipation of early Chinese New Year demand
    Longer transits as Houthi attacks continue could mean another early peak season
  • Bullying and sexual harassment at Lloyd's market firms surge after Covid return to work
    Financial regulator urges companies to reflect on how they are tackling workplace misconduct
  • VLCC owners crossing fingers for rate boost as Saudi port stays stretched, Signal says
    Big jump in time spent at key Ras Tanura terminal could mean more congestion lies ahead
  • Hoegh Autoliners share price drop sparks questions about car carrier market confidence
    DNB touts open contracts while Fearnley warns of lagging car sales
  • Green fuel challenges make first movers critical to maritime decarbonisation
    First movers face risks in the energy transition, but they can create significant opportunities, write Peter Jameson and Mette Asmussen
  • Taylor Maritime Investments bullish on bulkers as commodity demand strengthens
    Red Sea disruption will boost traditionally strong winter market, London-listed owner says
  • Olsen family's Bonheur doubles earnings in positive wind shipping market
    Cruise ship earnings also rising for Norwegian owner
  • Expanded Wagenborg fleet logs $91m profit drop as dry cargo rates weaken
    Dutch cargo ship group notes gradual decline from high level in 2022
  • After 36 years at Viking Line, 'true stalwart' Jan Hanses quits as CEO
    Tribute to man who led cruise operator through the pandemic
  • Costamare Bulkers sees two senior staff exit Hamburg office
    Greek owner remains committed to dry bulk following the departure of Kishore Anchan and Tom Hagen
  • Taylor Maritime seizes on 'historically high' prices to offload bulker quartet
    Ed Buttery-led owner says sales are cutting debt fast
  • Owner and manager of Baltimore bridge crash ship agree to pay $102m for clean-up costs
    Settlement is not related to liability in legal battle over bridge disaster, parties say
  • Chinaland Shipping scores capesize bulker debut with two secondhand vessels
    Company is stepping up its presence in the international market
  • NRP fund pays first $6.2m dividend after betting on bulkers, tankers and boxships
    Portfolio consists of holdings in 32 vessels with net asset value of $115m
  • SSY hires Braemar brokers and researcher in Athens
    Dimitris Kyrtsos will head S&P division alongside Toby English
  • Crude exports rise at Saudi VLCC port on Red Sea as pipeline volumes dodge Houthi threat
    Hormuz alternative provides a way to avoid Bab el-Mandeb Strait
  • How big brands can help stamp out the scourge of seafarer recruitment fees
    Shippers that care about their image can lead the fight against illegal practice
  • Samsung Heavy Industries cashes in on LNG carrier and production unit orders
    Shipbuilder is at 57% of its orderbook target as of end-September
  • Globus Maritime buys bulker duo from chairman George Feidakis
    Related-party deal allows New York-listed shipowner to use cash to purchase kamsarmaxes
  • Crude tanker newbuilding deliveries stretch out beyond three years as owners turn to China
    Tight yard space is making companies wait ever longer for new ships just as newbuilding appetite returns

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American Shipper web site
OCTOBER 25, 2024
  • Report says Russia aided Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping
    Russia conveyed Iranian data to help Houthi rebels in Yemen attack commercial shipping in the Red Sea.
  • Container ship companies to pay $102M in bridge collapse costs
    Grace Ocean and Synergy Marine have settled with the U.S. government but still face civil lawsuits resulting from a deadly container ship accident that brought down Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge.
  • East Coast port employers, longshore union to resume contract negotiations
    East Coast ocean carriers and terminal operators will resume bargaining with the International Longshoremen's Association on a new contract in November.
  • Hapag-Lloyd revises earnings forecast on Red Sea disruptions
    German transportation provider Hapag-Lloyd reported preliminary nine-month profits and raised its full-year forecast as vessel diversions pushed up shipping rates.
  • FEMA awards $2.6M security grant to Port of Long Beach
    Funding from FEMA will help protect operations and infrastructure at the second-busiest U.S. container hub.

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Ports of Italy: The issue of competences divides the reform
Rome
At the Confitarma conference, Rixi defends the new national control room, while experts and operators ask for clarity on the relationships with the AdSPs and on the resources of the new company.
The maritime sector is divided between cautious support and criticism over the EU ETS review.
Brussels/Washington/
Copenhagen/Piraeus/Rotterdam
Yet another attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A tanker was hit and abandoned by the crew.
ECSA considers the proposed revision of the EU ETS to be a first step, but many others should follow.
Brussels
Raptis: It's a good idea to allocate system revenues at EU and national levels to support sustainable fuels.
ESPO: No to lowering the EU ETS application threshold from 5,000 to 400 GRT vessels.
Brussels
Appreciation for measures aimed at reducing evasive ship calls
T&E welcomes some new proposals from Brussels for the EU maritime ETS
Brussels
The association is more critical of the measures studied by the EU Commission for the aviation sector
For Assarmatori, the Commission's proposal on the EU ETS is timid, while more courageous measures were expected
Brussels
EU Maritime ETS: The European Commission partially accepts shipowners' requests.
Brussels
A new €110 million fund for clean fuels, non-permanent exemptions extended to 2035, an IMO deduction mechanism, and crackdowns on "evasive" transshipment ports.
Another ship was hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Tampa
US Marines conducted an inspection aboard a sanctioned oil tanker
Port of Gioia Tauro: First connection of a large container ship to the cold ironing system
Gioia Tauro
The ship "MSC Mirja" powered with a total power of approximately seven MW
In the second quarter of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2%.
Antwerp
Dry bulk volumes recovered and rolling stock increased. Other sectors declined.
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new quarterly and half-year container traffic records
Hong Kong
US forces struck the VLCC Belma sailing towards Iran's Kharg Island.
Tampa
It is operated by the Emirati Max Maritime Solutions which is subject to US sanctions
In May, freight traffic in the port of Genoa was stable, while in Savona-Vado it decreased
Genoa
In the first five months of 2026, containers amounted to 1,199,914 TEUs (-2.8%), of which 999,228 (-1.4%) and 200,686 (-9.2%) were handled by the two ports respectively.
Turkey's GIH acquires Royal Caribbean's stakes in Kusadasi and Lisbon cruise terminals
Istanbul
Shareholdings rose to 99.99% and 60% respectively
In the first half of the year, Russian ports handled 451.5 million tons of cargo (+5.8%)
St. Petersburg
Record traffic in the second quarter
Trump backtracks on 20% tax on ships passing through Hormuz under US protection
Trump backtracks on 20% tax on ships passing through Hormuz under US protection
Washington/Southampton/Rotterdam
Meanwhile, another tanker, the "Stolt Magnesium", was hit by a missile near Oman
European shipowners call for permanent derogations from the EU maritime ETS after 2030
Brussels
Exemptions for connections with islands and outermost regions, for polar class vessels, for transnational public service obligations and for search and rescue activities
The rail sector is calling for recognition of its contribution to decarbonisation in the EU ETS review.
Brussels
Two VLCCs operated by the UAE's ADNOC were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
Abu Dhabi/Tampa
US Central Command announces reinstatement of blockade on maritime traffic in and out of Iranian ports
Trump announces a tax on goods passing through the Strait of Hormuz protected by the US
Washington/Portsmouth
Expected to be equal to 20% of the value of the transported loads
Six-monthly vessel traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore increased by +3.7%
Port Klang
In the second quarter of this year alone, a decrease of -0.5% was recorded
In May, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +15.0%
Cairo
In the first five months of 2026, 5,696 ships passed through the port (+12.7%)
OOCL records sharp increase in containers carried by its fleet
Hong Kong
In the April-June quarter, revenues generated by this activity grew by +19.8%
Strait of Hormuz, a container ship was attacked near the coast of Oman
Muscat/Portsmouth/New Delhi/Tampa
Fire on board. One crew member missing. 23 other sailors rescued.
At the port of Marseille-Fos, general cargo traffic is increasing while bulk cargo is decreasing.
Marseille
In the first half of 2026, cruise passengers increased by +5%
The Swedish government is calling for the EU maritime ETS to be extended to more vessels.
Stockholm
Stockholm stresses the need for the ETS to remain a pillar of EU climate policy
Assiterminal will bring the issues of concession fees, investments and intermodality to the attention of politicians.
Genoa
Proposal to grant a concession fee discount to terminals that increase rail traffic
Pirate attacks on ships continue to decline
London
In the first half of this year, 38 accidents occurred compared to 90 in the first six months of 2025.
There are still six thousand sailors trapped in the Strait of Hormuz region
London
Dominguez (IMO): I remain confident that the evacuation plan can be resumed
A study highlights the significant costs and counterproductive effects of the application of the EU ETS to maritime connections with western Sicily
Palermo
For the Naples-Palermo and Genoa-Palermo routes the annual cost varies between 2.9 million and 19.9 million euros.
Fincantieri to build third ultra-luxury cruise ship for Four Seasons Yachts
Trieste
The unit will be built in the Ancona plant and will be delivered in 2031
Fermerci urges the search for resources to support rail freight transport.
Rome
Paper: from the remodulation of the PNRR we expect that resources will finally be allocated to compensate for the damages that operators are suffering
Another tanker hit by a drone in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The device caused limited structural damage
New attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A tanker was hit by a shell which started a fire
Evergreen founder's son investigated for insider trading
Taipei
He was released on bail today
ECSA: Shipping receives a cut of its EU maritime ETS payments.
Brussels
Italy, ranked third in Europe, earns €669-787 million. Only France and Estonia allocate a specific portion of this revenue to the maritime sector.
Fincantieri acquires Next Geosolutions, WSense, Graal Tech, and Defcomm to develop the underwater segment
Trieste
The first phase of operations involves an outlay of approximately 600 million euros
A new attack on a ship in the Red Sea raises alarm over a possible resumption of Houthi actions.
Portsmouth
The accident occurred 30 nautical miles southwest of the port of Hodeidah
The Regional Administrative Court (TAR) has accepted the appeal for the annulment of the environmental impact assessment decree for the Fiumicino tourist and cruise port.
Rome
The project - explains the ruling - although speaking of a "prevalent" recreational function, actually foresees a very significant cruise component.
Transport & Environment calls for the introduction of national cruise taxes and further EU measures to mitigate their impact
Brussels
Assiterminal's proposals for amending the Ports Bill focus on port work
Genoa
According to the association, the distinction between port operations and services must be overcome
Assologistica and Assoporti also request changes to Porti d'Italia Spa.
Rome
Both associations highlight the central role of the Port System Authorities
Peruvian judiciary rules that COSCO's private port of Chancay must be subject to public oversight
File
The corrections proposed by Confitarma, ANCI, the Port Authorities and the Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) to the port governance reform
Rome
AP Møller Holding to acquire Norwegian ship leasing company Ocean Yield
Copenhagen/London/Oslo
Holds interests in a fleet of more than 70 cargo vessels
CMA CGM to Invest $1.4 Billion to Buy FedEx Supply Chain
Memphis/Marseille
The American company has nearly 10,000 employees
Brittany Ferries announces plan to scale back operations
Roscoff
The company reports that the difficulties caused by the Covid pandemic and unfair competition have been compounded by the effects of the EU ETS.
ITF and JNG agree to maintain the designation of the Strait of Hormuz as a Warlike Operations Area until July 9
London
It provides seafarers with greater protection and more adequate compensation
Assiterminal highlights the difficulty of placing Porti d'Italia, as proposed by the government, within the Italian port system and within Community law.
Rome
Cargo traffic at Chinese seaports fell by -0.4% in May
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.5 million TEUs (+2.9%)
The administrative process for the new Port Master Plan for Augusta has begun.
Augusta
TiL (MSC Group) acquires 49% stake in Indian port of Vizhinjam
Mumbai
The stake was sold by Adani Ports for $1.4 billion
Hanseatic Global Terminals (Hapag-Lloyd Group) to acquire 20% of Eurogate Container Terminal Hamburg
Hamburg
The German shipping group will also increase its stake in the Moroccan Tanger Alliance
La Spezia is among the Italian ports that are most increasing their connections to container shipping lines.
Geneva
Among the other main national airports, Vado Ligure and Ravenna are losing connections
Spanish shipowners call for EU maritime ETS revenues to be reinvested in shipping
Madrid
Boluda: Spanish companies will inject over five billion euros into the system by 2030
Middle Eastern Gulf Cooperation Council states call for freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
Middle Eastern Gulf Cooperation Council states call for freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
Manama
Rejected any toll, tax or attempt to exercise control over the Strait
IMO suspends evacuation operations for ships awaiting transit through the Strait of Hormuz
London/Taipei
Evergreen says its container ship was hit while following the UKMTO-recommended route.
Four entities pre-qualified for the concession of the cargo terminals of the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk
Gdansk
These are APM Terminals, Mariner/TAS, Yilport Holding and AD Ports/SKF Holdings UK
New attack on a ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The container ship Ever Lovely was hit by a shell off the coast of Oman.
In 2025, 1,478 containers were lost at sea out of a total of 280 million transported by ships
Washington
On January 1st, the IMO regulation came into force which makes reporting of boxes lost at sea mandatory
BIMCO and ICS' latest report on the maritime workforce raises alarm over officer shortages
London/Bagsværd
In 2026, there will be a shortage of 39,100 STCW certified officers.
In 2025, intermodal traffic handled by Kombiverkehr decreased by -13.5%
Frankfurt am Main
Annual revenues down 8.3%
The government's proposal to update the rules on port governance raises more than one doubt
Rome
Costa: The lack of infrastructure planning cannot be solved with a joint stock company
MSC Cruises and Meyer Werft have not yet signed contracts for four new cruise ships plus two options.
Papenburg/Geneva
The companies expressed confidence that they could successfully conclude negotiations in the coming weeks.
The LSCI index of Italy's connection to the global network of containerized maritime services continues to grow.
The LSCI index of Italy's connection to the global network of containerized maritime services continues to grow.
Geneva
In the second quarter of 2026 it was equal to 290.0 (+2.3%)
AD Ports has completed the acquisition of an 81% stake in Global Feeder Shipping.
Abu Dhabi
In 2025, the company's ships carried 2.8 million containers
An evacuation plan has been established for ships still waiting to transit the Strait of Hormuz.
London/Muscat
Dominguez (IMO): The operation will be carried out in close cooperation with Iran, Oman, all other coastal states in the region, the USA and the maritime industry
Carnival Cruise Line Reports Record Revenue for March-May Quarter
Carnival Cruise Line Reports Record Revenue for March-May Quarter
Miami
Fuel costs rise to near-record levels in 2022
Reducing navigation speed and optimizing port calls are the key to decarbonizing shipping
Copenhagen
A new study by the Global Maritime Forum highlights this.
ECSA and A4E reiterate the need to allocate EU ETS revenues to the decarbonisation of ships and aircraft
Brussels
Essential to bridge the price gap between sustainable and conventional fuels
AD Ports' new bid to gain control of Egypt's ALCN rejected
Cairo
A new proposal worth approximately $580 million has been submitted.
John Denholm is the new president of the International Chamber of Shipping
Rome
He succeeds Emanuele Grimaldi, who has completed his four-year term
Fincantieri signs agreement in Qatar for operational management of the Training and Simulation Centre.
Trieste
The center is intended for the training of naval personnel of the Qatari Navy.
Over 770 kilos of cocaine seized at the port of Vado Ligure
Savona
Once released on the market, the drug would have ensured criminal organizations profits of 250 million euros.
Wärtsilä records sharp increase in new order value in second quarter
Helsinki
Net turnover decreased by -2%
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build six 13,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
Contract valued at over $1.2 billion
The toll of attacks on ships in the Black Sea worsens
Odessa
Ten dead on board a ship leaving the port of Odessa
Today a new attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The product tanker Kavomaleas of the Greek company Dynacom Tankers Management caught fire
Confitarma disappointed by the Commission's proposal to revise the EU ETS
Rome
Zanetti: The notable absentee is the competitiveness of the Italian and European shipping industry.
ALIS: Commission's proposals on the EU ETS are positive, but serious issues remain.
Rome
MIT adopts cold ironing guidelines
Rome
The aim is to ensure clear, uniform and transparent criteria for all Port System Authorities.
In the first half of the year, cruise traffic at GPH port terminals grew by +10.1%
Istanbul
In the second quarter alone the increase was +2.8%
Western Liguria Port Authority approves 2026 budget update
Genoa
Assiterminal clarifies its doubts about the responsibilities assigned to Porti d'Italia Spa.
Genoa
ABB buys British Rotork
Zurich/London
The Bath-based company specializes in flow control and industrial automation.
Central Adriatic Port Authority refinances €100 million from the Infrastructure Decree
Ancona
The funds concern seven strategic interventions of the port system
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles increased by 3.4% in the first half of 2026.
Los Angeles
In the second quarter, growth was +11.5%
IMO and ITF call for an end to attacks on seafarers and transport workers
London
Resurgence of incidents in the Black Sea, Sea of Azov and the Strait of Hormuz region
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 0.2% in the second quarter of 2026.
Hong Kong
An increase of +6.5% was recorded in June
Uiltrasporti is strongly opposed to the establishment of Porti d'Italia Spa
Rome
Verzari and Gulli: the AdSPs must be coordinated by a public body that can protect port workers
CMPort sets new monthly, quarterly and half-yearly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the first half of 2026, 78.3 million were moved (+4.6%)
In the first half of this year, the port of Singapore handled 22.7 million containers (+4.7%)
Singapore
Historic record for half-year bunker sales
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 10.3% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
Growth of +1.7% was recorded in the first half of 2026
The new board of directors of Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane has been appointed.
Rome
Tommaso Tanzilli confirmed as president. Gianpiero Strisciuglio is the new CEO.
Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for completion of dredging activities
Gioia Tauro
The expected duration of the contract is 60 days
In the first half of 2026, cargo traffic in Turkish ports was 279.1 million tonnes (+1.5%)
Ankara
Cargoes with Italy alone amounted to 23.4 million tons (-2.5%)
The first steel cutting of the Carnival Destiny cruise ship.
Monfalcone
Fincantieri and Carnival celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of their collaboration
NatPower Marine acquires Aqua superPower to accelerate the electrification of ports and marinas
Monk
It operates the largest international network of electric charging points in Europe.
European Logistics Observatory established
Brussels
The aim is to strengthen the competitiveness, resilience and sustainability of European logistics.
Agreement reached at Mimit with JSW to relaunch the Piombino steelworks
Rome/Livorno
Gariglio: Strengthening integration between port docks and industrial areas
Agreement between Fincantieri and the Croatian shipyards Brodotrogir Cruise and Iskra Shipyard
Trieste
Initiative within the framework of the two-corvette program promoted by the Croatian Ministry of Defence
Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL return to quarterly revenue growth
Keelung/Taipei
Four consecutive quarters of decline behind us
Project for a direct rail link between the port of Gioia Tauro and the Interporto D'Abruzzo
Pescara
PSA Genova Pra', the state of agitation has been lifted following the successful completion of the cooling procedure.
Genoa
Tax fraud on labor in the logistics sector
Milan
€28 million seized from four Milanese companies
ZPMC Delivers New Ultra-High Wind-Resistant Port Cranes
Shanghai
The world's tallest rail-mounted reach stackers for empty containers have also been built.
Peninsula and Itochu form joint venture to supply ammonia bunkering to European ports
Gibraltar
The initiative in response to the growing demand for zero-carbon fuels
Konecranes announced its entry into Japan
Helsinki/Tokyo
Acquisition of 70% of Mitsubishi Electric FA Industrial Products
Saipem wins $2 billion contract in Indonesia
Milan
Seven IMO regional coordinators have been introduced who will provide technical support to the organisation's Member States.
London
Jadrolinija has inaugurated its new fast maritime service Ancona-Zadar
Ancona/Zara
It provides five departures per week and a crossing of approximately four hours.
Hapag-Lloyd to reorganize services in the Adriatic
Hamburg
The port of Ancona, removed from the ADX line, will continue to be served by the IAS service
Eleven nominations for the eighteenth edition of the ESPO Award
Brussels
This year's theme is dual-use port-city projects
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Jotun COSCO Marine Coatings signs agreement with COSCO Shipping Bulk for 125 new vessels
Sandefjord
Advanced hull performance solutions will be implemented
Maersk issues first order for new containers produced in India
Copenhagen
Local production has been stimulated by the introduction of incentives
Last May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +3.4%
Ravenna
An increase of +10.6% is expected in June
Sardinia's Port Authority spent approximately €157 million in PNRR funds
Cagliari
Achievement of the targets expected by June 30, 2026
Hannibal will inaugurate a new intermodal service from Melzo to Rotterdam Europoort on July 8th.
Melzo
Six weekly trains are scheduled that will be able to carry up to 38 cargo units
PSA to build and operate container terminal at Vietnam's Lach Huyen port
Singapore
Agreement with Lach Huyen International Logistics & Industrial Park
Sandro Bucchioni and Andrea Fontana confirmed as presidents of the La Spezia freight forwarders and maritime agents.
La Spezia
New two-year mandate
Konecranes has acquired the nuclear and port services segment of Spain's Coapsa.
Hyvinkää
The company has an annual turnover of approximately four million euros.
PSA Italy presented its 2025 Sustainability Report
Genoa
The document highlights, among other things, the employment data and the economic impact on the territory
The Central-Northern Adriatic Port Authority confirms the completion of the projects financed by the PNRR
Ravenna
Mirco Carloni has taken office as president of the Central Adriatic Port System Authority.
Ancona
The Grimaldi Group has taken delivery of the new PCTC Grande Oriente
Naples
It will be placed on the Asia-Europe route
Port of La Spezia: 60 Sea Log workers rehired by other port companies
La Spezia
Pisano (AdSP): very satisfied with the positive conclusion of this dispute
The Central Adriatic Port Authority announces that it has achieved its objectives under the PNRR
Ancona
The funds coming from the plan financed by the European Union amounted to 39.6 million euros
A workshop on cold ironing and related risks and insurance solutions will be held in London.
London
Rossi (ADVANT-Nctm): effective infrastructure development must necessarily take into account legal and insurance aspects
Fincantieri signs an agreement in Albania for shipbuilding training.
Trieste
Skills development for the growth of the new Pashaliman naval industrial hub
Reorganization of ro-pax traffic areas in the port of Catania
Catania
Ferries will no longer be moored on the central jetty or along the eastern breakwater
Maersk raises fiscal 2026 forecast
Copenhagen
Continued growth in demand for containerized shipping and increased spot rates
Green light for the awarding of railway shunting services in the ports of Savona and Vado
New trucking area in the port of Genoa
The Italian Ports Association will hold its assembly in Naples on Wednesday.
Rome
The discussion on port governance reform will be at the heart of the proceedings.
Registration for seafarers' registers is now open to non-EU citizens residing in Italy.
Genoa
Vidotto (Foundation of the Italian Merchant Marine Academy): a step towards civilization
Project to build shipyard in Tartous port expected to accelerate
Damascus
Meeting between a delegation from Kuzey Star Shipyard and the leaders of the Syrian General Authority for Ports and Customs
Port of Gioia Tauro: Work to reactivate hauling and launching operations has been completed.
Gioia Tauro
These operations had been at a standstill since 2024
The conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will take place in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will be held in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
It is organized by the Casa America ETS Foundation and the Western Liguria Port Authority
The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.
Rome
Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Govt does not interfere in port management appointments - Loke
(Bernama)
World's first floating fusion reactor-powered vessel could become reality with new project
(Interesting Engineering)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
In Spain, €11.8 million in eco-incentives have been allocated for the use of motorways of the sea.
Madrid
163,672 shipments made by 32 companies subsidized
ABB has signed an agreement to buy Norwegian marine automation company Høglund.
Zurich
The Tønsberg-based company's integrated automation system is currently installed on over 600 vessels.
Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for the redevelopment of the ro-ro docks
Gioia Tauro
Worth 5.6 million euros, the works will last 210 days
Grimaldi confirms the important role of the port of Catania in its strategies
Catania
The aim is to increase services and make existing ones even more efficient.
Annual growth of +6% in cruise traffic and +2% in ferry traffic is expected in the Adriatic
Venice
It is the only Mediterranean region to have recorded a decline in cruises in the period 2019-2025
PSA Padova established to develop and manage the Padua intermodal terminal
Padua
The shareholders of Interporto Padova and Padova Hall have approved the merger plan
The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.
Rome
Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.
Spediporto has opened its own representative office in Hong Kong
Genoa
Giachero: the opening of this desk is also an opportunity for young people
Arcese, Conti and Cosulich establish a company for the port logistics of finished vehicles
Livorno
HMM orders eight bulk carriers and two gas carriers
Seoul
Investment of approximately 1.1 billion dollars
MPC Container Ships has purchased four 7,000 TEU containerships built between 2023 and 2024.
Oslo
Investment of 340 million dollars
FedEx posts record quarterly and annual revenue
Memphis
Total revenues in fiscal year 2026 amounted to $94.7 billion (+7.7%)
Geopolitical uncertainty has become the main risk for shipping
Munich
Evergreen purchases 140,500 new containers in China
Taipei
Investments totaling $358.9 million
Yesterday, the Strait of Hormuz was crossed by 42 commercial vessels
Paris
For the first time since the beginning of the conflict, several LNG tankers entered the Persian Gulf
Memorandum of Understanding for the Launch of Drone Use in the Port of Palermo
Palermo
Submission of the request for the establishment of U-Space
Saipem wins new $1 billion offshore contract in Angola
Milan
It was awarded by Azule Energy for the Greater PAJ project
Port of Ancona: Dredging work has begun on the seabed of quay 22.
Ancona
Approximately six thousand cubic meters of sediment will be removed
Confitarma welcomes clarifications regarding ship waste collection management.
Rome
The need for uniform application of the legislation throughout the country was highlighted.
The Tuscan Cooperation Development Fund invests in Uniport Livorno.
Livorno
Operation for a total of 880 thousand euros carried out together with co-investor Coopfond
Fit-Cisl, recognizing dock work as arduous is a priority
Genoa
Pagnotta: This is not a corporate claim, but a question of social justice.
Hupac increases weekly rotations between Antwerp and Busto Arsizio via France to four.
Noise
Two additional departures of the intermodal service introduced
From July, the tariff for naval transit through the Turkish Straits will increase by +14.9%.
Istanbul
It will be raised to $6.70 per net tonne
Fincantieri and Republikorp sign agreement to build multipurpose naval vessels in Indonesia.
Paris
The establishment of a joint venture is planned
Study on the divergences between the EU Ship Recycling Regulation and the Hong Kong Convention
Brussels/London
It has been published by ECSA and ICS
The 2026-2028 POT of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority has been approved.
Gioia Tauro
Approval also granted to the 2026 budget forecast variation and to the update of the Port's Staffing Plan.
Autonomous Navigation: ABS, Polaris Shipping, HHI, and AVIKUS Sign Agreement
Athens
It will be tested on a VLOC under certain low-risk conditions
Tomorrow in Sant'Agnello (Naples) the inauguration event of the Italy Branch of The Nautical Institute
London
The topics of discussion will include energy transition in the maritime industry, maritime education and training.
The Municipality of Bologna is reconsidering the divestment of its stake in Interporto Bologna.
Bologna/Bentivoglio
An institutional delegation from Flanders visited the interport
Eni and Fincantieri sign agreement to develop innovative underwater monitoring technologies.
Milan/Trieste
Agreement focused on Eni's "Clean Sea" technology
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