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November 28, 2024

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Exim India web site
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
  • JNPA's new milestones in efficiency and capacity
  • PSA Singapore, Evergreen Marine set up a JV for Container Terminal Operations in Singapore
  • Asian Shippers' Alliance reaffirms commitment to resilient and sustainable global trade
  • MOL and MPA ink MoU to deepen cooperation indecarbonisation, digitalisation and human resources development
  • Tirupur textile hub gains from B'desh unrest
  • Some sugar shipments from India missing: Maldives
  • European LNG cargo prices seen rising
  • India's food grain output seen up by 5.4 pc
  • Govt sticks to 6.5-7 pc GDP growth forecast for FY24-25
  • India cautious on imposition of retaliatory duties on EU goods
  • You Ask We Answer
  • Allcargo Gati strengthens Saharanpur cluster, boosting handicrafts and wooden decor supply chain
  • Twelve new industrial cities step toward realizing a Viksit Bharat
  • Dairy import certificate norm needs to be delayed: US

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International Transport Journal web site
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
  • "Hell on Wheels" against tradition
  • KTZ to augment transit capacity in Kazakhstan
  • Ceva launches low-carbon logistics
  • GIS for Algiers
  • Three more locos for Regiorail
  • VTG welcomes CCO
  • Strengthening ties with Chinese automakers
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Simplifying air cargo bookings
  • Dublin-based distribution for Jysk
  • Krone improves customer services
  • Sustainability awards are out
  • Solar-powered logistics facility underway

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The Loadstar web site
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
  • MSC adds even more port calls to its 2025 standalone network
  • Indian exporters elated as they escape Trump's tariff plan
  • Amazon staff in 20 countries set for 'Black Friday/Cyber Monday' strikes
  • Analysis: $100m Freightos - hedging downside risk
  • Schneider boosts dedicated fleet with Cowan buy - and eyes further M&A
  • Evergreen to establish dedicated Singapore box terminal in JV with PSA
  • Lufthansa Cargo to supply SAF for Maersk airfreight clients
  • OVP launches Nantong's first deepsea service via the Red Sea

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Marine Log web site
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
  • New Meghna Group LPG carrier will have Wärtsilä cargo handling system
    A new fully-pressurized LPG carrier being built for Meghna Fresh LPG, part of the Dhaka, Bangladesh-headquartered Meghna Group of Industries, will have a Wärtsilä Gas Solutions cargo handling system. The group is

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Container News web site
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
  • CMA CGM applies surcharges from Indian Sub and Middle East
    French container carrier CMA CGM has announced new surcharges from the Indian Subcontinent and Middle East to worldwide destinations. The company will implement a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS), effective from 15 December 2024 (based on the loading date) until further notice, for shipments originating from the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East Gulf, Red Sea, and Egypt, destined for the US East Coast
  • New report highlights alarming freight crime trend in Italy
    TT Club, in collaboration with BSI SCREEN and TAPA EMEA, underscores the increasing threat to the Italian supply chain pose chiefly by organised crime and its sophisticated theft methods. The extensive report, which draws on the wide-reaching data resources of the three organisations, shines a spotlight on the dynamic and evolving nature of freight crime in Italy, and the steps necessary to comba
  • Global schedule reliability sees slight uptick in October
    Danish shipping data analysis firm Sea-Intelligence assessed the schedule reliability of major ocean carriers. In October, global schedule reliability rose slightly by 0.9% points month-over-month (M/M), reaching 51.5%. Throughout 2024, schedule reliability has generally remained in the 50%-55% range. "Source: Sea-Intelligence.com, GLP Report, issue 159"
  • The Growing Trend of Oversized Sunglasses
    When it comes to making bold fashion statements, oversized sunglasses are back in the spotlight. Loved by celebrities, influencers, and eyewear aficionados, these larger-than-life accessories have once again claimed their space in the world of fashion. From streetside styles to red-carpet moments, the charm of oversized shades goes beyond being a seasonal trend - they've become a fashion staple.
  • CMA CGM commences new service focused on West Coast of Central America
    French ocean carrier CMA CGM has announced the launch of its new weekly service, Maya Service, dedicated to West Coast Central America. The weekly port rotation of the new CMA CGM's service will be Lazaro Cardenas (Mexico) - Puerto Caldera (Costa Rica) - Corinto (Nicaragua) - Acajutla (El Salvador) - Puerto Quetzal (Guatemala) - Lazaro Cardenas The Marseille-based container line will deploy two v
  • POLB unveils North America's largest charging depot for zero-emissions trucks
    The Port of Long Beach (POLB) has inaugurated its largest heavy-duty vehicle charging depot in North America, catering to Class 8 zero-emissions (ZE) trucks. Operated by 4 Gen Logistics LLC, the facility is equipped with 30 state-of-the-art hyper-fast chargers, each delivering up to 350 kilowatts of power. This setup enables the swift recharging of 4 Gen's expanding fleet of 79 ZE trucks, with pl
  • Gemini Cooperation opens booking in December
    Gemini Cooperation, a new alliance of Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd, has announced that it will start accepting bookings in early December. The new container shipping alliance will launch operations in February 2025, but the two partners announced that they will open their bookings on 3 December. Gemini Cooperation confirmed earlier in the year that it will start operations with the Cape of Good Hope se
  • MSC and ZIM to embark on new slot-sharing agreement post-2M
    MSC and ZIM have filed a new slot-sharing agreement with the US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) about their Far East-US East Coast services. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • Navigating Tomorrow with Autonomous, Solar-Powered Container Ships
    Imagine a revolutionary vision of the maritime industry: autonomous, solar-powered container ships that blend cutting-edge engineering with environmental stewardship. These conceptual vessels offer a glimpse into a future where shipping meets sustainability on the high seas. Designed with a commitment to zero emissions, these silent, solar-driven ships redefine efficiency and eco-responsibility.
  • Freight Investor Services appoints new CEO
    Freight Investor Services (FIS), a freight and commodity brokerage, announced the appointment of George Dranganoudis as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This appointment follows a comprehensive selection process aimed at identifying the ideal candidate to lead FIS into its next phase of growth. John Banaszkiewicz will remain as Chairman, continuing his efforts to expand and strengthen the c
  • Lufthansa and Maersk launch cooperation for airfreight decarbonization
    Lufthansa Cargo and A.P. Moller - Maersk have signed an agreement to promote the decarbonization of airfreight through the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The flag carrier of Germany will use 400 metric tonnes of SAF on behalf of Maersk in the remainder of 2024, which is an important contribution in the year-end business with traditionally high cargo volumes. The expected reduction of CO2
  • ABP enhances support for seafarer welfare
    Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK's largest port operator, has announced a new initiative to enhance financial support for seafarer welfare facilities across its network of ports. For several years, ABP's Humber ports have incorporated a positive default option in their vessel booking system (PAVIS), enabling shipping agents to make voluntary contributions to support the Merchant Navy Welfar
  • Construction Loans: Building Your Dream Project with Confidence
    Construction loans are a specialized type of financing designed to help individuals and businesses fund the construction or renovation of properties. Unlike traditional mortgages, these loans provide funds in stages as the project progresses, offering flexibility and tailored solutions for unique construction needs. Whether you're building a custom home, expanding a business, or developing a comm
  • MSC and Eni sign decarbonization agreement
    Eni CEO Claudio Descalzi and MSC Group President Diego Aponte have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on sustainability and energy transition initiatives. Eni, an integrated energy company committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, and MSC, a global leader in transport and cruise services, aim to expand their successful business relationship to new geographic areas and foc
  • Trump vows new tariffs on China, Mexico and Canada
    On 26 November, Donald Trump proceeded with one of his main campaign promises by announcing plans to impose new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China, the three main partners of the United States, accounting for more than 40% of the US imports last year. Around 20 days after winning the election, Trump announced the introduction of a 25% tariff on all goods coming to the United States from Mexico a
  • CMA CGM and JA Solar enter into decarbonization partnership
    CMA CGM has partnered with JA Solar, a photovoltaic power generation solution provider, to advance the decarbonization of the maritime supply chain and support a sustainable future. This collaboration underscores CMA CGM's dedication to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050, with the ACT+ range of low-carbon solutions playing a central role. In 2024, JA Solar leveraged sustainable fuel to prevent
  • Europe leads in logistics resilience as East Asia and US could face port congestion risks
    As global demand increases, congestion challenges are likely to strain regional economies, particularly in key areas of Europe, America, and East Asia. UNCTAD predicts that maritime trade volume will grow by 2% in 2024, with containerized trade volume rising by 3.5%. Between 2025 and 2029, it is projected that total seaborne trade will expand annually by 2.4% and containerized trade by 2.7%. This

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Splash web site
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
  • Maritime Partners celebrates closing new financing solution for shipping
    Louisiana-based Maritime Partners is celebrating the closing of a $750m, first-of-its-kind warehouse facility, which will be collateralised by three wholly owned business lines within one of its managed funds with a syndicate of lenders led by ATLAS SP Partners. The initial portfolio includes Jones Act tankers, US flagged tankers and other vessels for use in ...
  • Freight Investor Services appoints new CEO
    Freight Investor Services (FIS), a London-based freight and commodity brokerage, has appointed George Dranganoudis as its new CEO. John Banaszkiewicz will continue in his role as chairman. With over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Dranganoudis most recently served as deputy CEO at TP ICAP. Banaszkiewicz, founder of FIS, commented: "George's vast ...
  • Rivals scramble to keep pace with MSC
    The unmatched scale and growth ambitions of Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) is forcing competitors to scramble for tonnage. Alpahliner is reporting that MSC has now surpassed 400 secondhand ship purchases since it embarked on a historical buying spree amid the covid pandemic in August 2020. Alphaliner tallies 402 ships, while rival Linerlytica has counted 420 ...
  • Saipem consortium lands $1.2bn BP contract in Indonesia
    Italy's Saipem and its Jakarta-based consortium partner Meindo Elang Indah, have secured a $1.2bn contract from supermajor BP as part of its gas project in Indonesia known as Tangguh UCC. Tangguh UCC, which comprises the Ubadari gas field development, enhanced gas recovery through carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) and onshore compression, expands and utilises ...
  • Avance Gas says goodbye as Exmar swoops for last four newbuilds
    John Fredriksen-controlled Avance Gas is to be wound up as it sells its last four ships under construction to Exmar. Avance Gas had sold the majority of its fleet to BW Group earlier this year. It has now found a buyer for four mid-sized gas carriers under construction in Asia in the form of Exmar, ...
  • Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners takes lead in ammonia seaborne trades
    Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) via its Energy Transition Fund (ETF) has signed memorandums of understanding with BW Epic Kosan and F�rder Tankers to develop ammonia-fuelled carriers. The first MOU is with F�rder Tankers to develop a 50,000 cu m ammonia carrier. This vessel will feature high manoeuvrability and ship-to-ship bunkering capabilities, with a first vessel ...
  • Seafarer pay fails to keep up with inflation
    Seafarer pay is the lead story in the November issue of Splash Extra published today. While crews are seeing increases in their remuneration, they are failing to keep up with inflation sparking fury with thousands of men and women working at sea. Elsewhere in the subscription title there's regular market commentary, a deep dive into ...
  • Belships owner eyes selling up
    Kontrari and Kontrazi, investment vehicles controlled by Frode Teigen, the largest shareholder of Belships, have revealed they are looking at selling their position in the Norwegian dry bulk owner. Teigen has hired Fearnley Securities to evaluate "potential strategic alternatives", according to a release. Teigen owns 53.9% of the shares in the Oslo-listed company he took ...
  • Chinese operator of Darwin port in financial trouble
    Landbridge, a Chinese company that runs the Australian port of Darwin, has warned it is in financial difficulty raising the possibility that the Northern Territory (NT) government might terminate its lease of the facility. Landbridge Infrastructure Australia signed a 99-year lease for the port nine years ago. It has made losses each year, while its ...
  • Vietnam Ocean Shipping readies for historic fleet expansion
    Vietnam Ocean Shipping (VOSCO), Vietnam's largest state-owned shipping company, is embarking on its largest fleet expansion in its history. The shipping line's board has approved plans worth more than $400m, which include its first newbuilds in more than a decade. Overall, VOSCO has earmarked cash for two secondhand supramax bulk carriers, setting aside up to ...
  • Seafarer pay failing to keep up with inflation
    Recent reports have indicated that seafarer salaries are on the rise due to a labour shortage in the industry but the actual numbers behind the rise paint a far more complex picture. Survey results from close to 5,000 seafarers published earlier this month by Danica Crewing Specialists suggested wage increases have occurred this year on ...
  • How shipping can get its fair share of the best tech grads
    Shipping has to revamp its image and look more lucrative and agile in terms of career opportunities and growth if it is going to get the cream of the crop coming from the next generation of tech students. The sector has yet to fully adapt its thinking about future talent needs or positions, as very ...
  • November 2024 Review
    China's yuan weakened and stock markets on the mainland and Hong Kong fell in the 24 hours following news that Donald Trump will become the 47th president of the United States, likely ushering in another period of trade wars between the world's two largest economies. Global shipbuilding capacity is set to grow by a percent ...
  • Tankers underwhelm
    As war rages in eastern Europe and the Middle East and as China continues its shadow boxing with Taiwan, voters in the US have made clear their distaste for continuing action as the world's neocon policeman, voting instead for the America first tariffs and borders policy mix. Mr Trump's drill baby drill policy promises another ...
  • Dry bulk fails to deliver
    After a painful October, November presented capesize freight traders with some comfort as the C5 time charter average stabilised at $20,999 per day for the month to date after averaging $20,903 in October but falling by 49% over that month. Freight rates on capesizes sailing from Brazil to China added 11% in the first 22 ...
  • Container crisis deferred until next year
    If you track the health of the liner industry by indices such as the Freightos Baltic liner index, then the 9% increase in the global average for moving a 40 foot box, to $ 3,590 as of November 22, looks like all is well. But many analysts fear that the strength of freight rates reflects ...
  • Analyst Abstract
    Dry bulk More than 20 countries pledged no new coal power at COP29, the global environmental summit held this month in Baku. Tellingly, not one signatory hailed from Asia. Asian economies are taking more and more volumes of coal while the West pulls back from the commodity. According to data from AXS Marine, the volume ...
  • Containers stand out in muted S&P scene
    Aside from the container sector where pricing remains firm, other sectors saw sales ease off this month in line with prices finally cooling. In dry bulk, activity picked up slightly in the second half of the month as some sellers elected to bite the bullet, accepting this lower price environment in order to get the ...
  • Investigating the price ratio between newbuilds and five-year-old ships
    At last month's Maritime CEO Forum in Monaco, John Michael Radziwill, who heads up C Transport Maritime, posited that normally shipping cycles work whereby orders flood in when the price of a five-year-old ship exceeds a newbuild cost. Right now, there's still a gap, 83% for capes, 85% for panamaxes while supramaxes are at 97%, ...

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Lloyd's List web site
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
  • Crude tanker cannibalisation of clean cargo winds down (for now)
    One of this year's big surprises has been the high number of non-newbuild crude tankers switching to clean trades to...
  • Yara bullish on ammonia offtakes despite challenges
    Fertiliser maker hopes to woo shipowners with renewable supply. The problem is securing customers first
  • Danish fund manager CIP signs partnerships for first ammonia carrier newbuilds
    Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners has joined with Norway's Faerder Tankers and BW Epic Kosan for new ammonia carriers of up to...
  • Cargo insurance rates soften on back of new capacity, brokers report
    Red Sea disruption, Asian port congestion, US strikes, Glencore's switch to captive and extreme weather events top list of concerns
  • Avance Gas to wind down with $268m dividend
    John Fredriksen-owned Avance Gas says it will put shareholders and 'industrial logic' before growth and pay a huge $268m dividend...
  • Former Euronav lawyer named as chair of Britannia Group
    Predecessor Firmin to step down at end of year
  • MSC boosts fleet with more secondhand containerships
    MSC has purchased its fifth 8,400 teu post-panamax from German non-operating owner NSH Northern Shipping. It is also adding four...
  • Port of Darwin operator raises financial concerns
    Debt restructuring by Landbridge's Chinese parent company contributed to the port making a $22m loss in the 2024 financial year
  • The continued rise of marine MGAs
    Marine managing general agents are entering markets where traditional carriers sometimes fear to tread
  • Container reliability shows marginal improvement
    Reliability of containerships is still a huge problem, with just over half of vessels arriving at their scheduled calling points...
  • Frontline decries 'astonishing' share of tankers in illicit trades
    John Fredriksen's Frontline said sanctioned oil trading has continued to hurt its market with 6% of global VLCCs, suezmaxes and...
  • PSA and Evergreen Marine establish joint terminal in Singapore
    As Taiwan's largest shipping line, Evergreen anticipates the addition of dual-fuel newbuildings to its fleet in the coming years
  • Frontline sells 10 suezmaxes in refinance deal
    Frontline said it has refinanced 10 suezmaxes in a $512.1m sale and leaseback with CMB Financial Leasing
  • The Daily View: The rules are changing
    Your latest edition of Lloyd's List's Daily View - the essential briefing on the stories shaping shipping
  • Former Cexim president Liu Lianke given suspended death sentence
    While in his senior role at Cexim, he spearheaded the state bank's rapid growth in ship financing amid China's flourishing...
  • London-based Barbados registry flags 43% of UK-sanctioned ships
    Barbados is the latest post-sanctions refuge for flag-hopping Sovcomflot tankers that have repeatedly reorganised and redomiciled fleet management and registered...
  • First eco-vessel launched for Suez waste and environmental protection operation
    Group could build '10 to 20' waste collection and anti-pollution vessels in Greek and Egyptian yards
  • Ningbo Marine orders four ultramax bulkers
    The order, worth up to $160.6m, cover two firm ships plus an option for two more
  • Daily Briefing
    US turns up heat on Hong Kong over alleged hub role in sanctions evasion | Go it alone UK sanctions...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
  • Trump's labor pick draws longshore and Teamster praise, but trucker ire
    The selection of Oregon Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer is seen as favorable to unions, with the new administration potentially facing the need to intervene if ILA contract talks aren't settled before Trump takes office.
  • Hapag-Lloyd says Gemini alliance cargo bookings to open Dec. 3
    The news from Gemini came as MSC released the latest update to its standalone east-west network that will also launch in February.

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TradeWinds web site
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
  • Asian shipowners warn of immense burden on detained seafarers
    Seafarers particularly vulnerable in countries with legal systems ill-equipped to deal with complex maritime cases
  • Golar LNG gets presidential thumbs up on FLNG in Argentina
    Company executives 'encouraged' on deployment of their assets after Milei meeting
  • Tsakos sees peace dividend for shipping from peace and reduced sanctions
    Tsakos Energy Navigation chief executive says peace in the Middle East and Ukraine will bring scrapping and reconstruction
  • Tsakos calls for world peace and free trade as shipping profits from wars and sanctions
    Tsakos Energy Navigation chief executive says peace in the Middle East and Ukraine will bring scrapping and reconstruction
  • Defunct Bed Bath and Beyond seeks to lift claim against container giant OOCL beyond $44m
    Chinese-controlled liner operator's lawyers complain of pressure tactic
  • IMO should focus on shadow fleet not decarbonisation, Frontline chief says
    Lars Barstad optimistic that incoming US government will take tougher stance on 'unregulated market'
  • Focus on shadow fleet, not decarbonisation, says Frontline chief
    Tanker company boss hopeful that incoming US government will take tougher stance on 'unregulated market'
  • Golar LNG and YPF get presidential thumbs up on FLNG in Argentina
    Company executives 'encouraged' on deployment of their assets after Milei meeting
  • Swimming in cash: Avance Gas as 'liquid as the seven seas' ahead of 'final voyage'
    Oystein Kalleklev explains how more than half a billion dollars in dividend is on its way to shareholders
  • Almost half of ballast water systems failing port state inspections, experts warn
    Up to 44% of systems inspected don't pass discharge limit criteria
  • Golden Ocean stock falls despite 'strong' results as forward bookings look weaker
    Sell-off comes on the same day as John Fredriksen's tanker owner Frontline sees shares decline
  • Seaspan sells five boxship newbuilding contracts to ONE as profit falls
    Vessels on order in China novated to Japanese-controlled line
  • Tanker owners braced for fresh blow with Opec set to keep oil tap turned down
    VLCCs might have to wait until the spring for any additional Middle East barrels
  • 'When you are ready': How Peter Livanos and Dan Odfjell sealed tanker merger
    Norwegian owner remembers how Greek links paid off with big deal in 2000
  • 'Encyclopaedic knowledge': Renowned WFW legal eagle Nigel Thomas retires after 37-year stint
    Familiar face in shipping's legal circles is calling it a day
  • Frontline stock crashes following weak results and disappointing outlook
    DNB and Arctic see consensus estimates to come down
  • 'Today, not tomorrow': How Oldendorff chiefs are planning to slash emissions
    German owner-operator has its own methodology
  • Meghna Group expanding LPG carrier fleet with order at its own shipyard
    Bangladeshi owner contracts Wartsila to supply complete cargo handling system
  • Eastern Pacific sells tanker and gas ship in renewal drive
    Idan Ofer-led company has so far sold 11 vessels this year as it awaits wave of newbuilding deliveries
  • State-owned Vosco hunts for 10 tankers and bulkers in potential $400m-plus spend
    Group will target newbuilding and secondhand market for fleet expansion
  • Courage Investment Group shares suspended in Hong Kong, pending M&A news
    Former Courage Marine has sold and bought one supramax each recently, amid rising profit
  • European Union has 48 tankers in sanctions sights in effort to choke off Russia's oil revenue
    And more measures could come in January after Poland takes over the bloc's presidency
  • Hafnia launches $100m share buyback after most profitable nine months in its history
    Boss Mikael Skov says market was softer in third quarter but winter should boost market again
  • Retrofit, lay-up or recycle: LNG steamships face their trilemma
    In a dismal market choices on vintage vessels fall into stark relief
  • 'There was a devil in me': Dan Odfjell recalls Westfal-Larsen divorce and buying John Fredriksen's fleet
    Chemical tanker veteran looks back at some of the recent highlights of the Norwegian group's 110 years in shipping
  • Paid in full: John Fredriksen banks last of $470m owed by Frontline
    Tycoon had loaned cash to his tanker company to complete acquisition of 24 VLCCs from Euronav
  • Golden Ocean Group reveals vessel sale proceeds after profitable quarter
    Bulker owner's results have held steady, while its balance sheet has been boosted by a refinance deal
  • Frontline sells 10 suezmaxes in Chinese refinancing deal as profit weakens
    John Fredriksen tanker company agrees leaseback transaction with CMB Financial Leasing
  • John Fredriksen's Avance Gas to close down as it agrees sale of final ships to Exmar
    Deal follows huge VLGC fleet disposal to BW Group earlier this year
  • Letter from Hong Kong: Asian shipping gets its mojo back
    In Hong Kong shipping circles, it's what they don't tell you that counts
  • Retrofit, lay-up or recycle: LNG steamships face their trilemma
    In a dismal market choices on vintage vessels fall into stark relief

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American Shipper web site
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
  • China bulk carrier suspected in Baltic cable damage
    The Chinese bulk carrier Yi Peng is suspected in damage to undersea communications cables in the Baltic Sea.
  • October freight traffic mixed at Gulf Coast ports
    Container volumes in Houston and New Orleans fell in October, while Corpus Christi, Texas, was boosted by crude oil shipments.
  • US warns of cyberthreat from China container cranes
    Maritime transportation could be vulnerable to remote attacks, the U.S. Coast Guard states in a new security directive.
  • Avianca faces delivery delays for Airbus converted freighters
    Delivery of replacement aircraft for five freighters recently retired by Avianca Cargo has been pushed back by six months or more, but the airline has still been able to maintain revenue levels.

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Darwin/Strathpine
Assurances to this effect were given by both Prime Minister Albanese and opposition leader Dutton.
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Geneva
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Rome
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Genoa
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Valencia
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Paris
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Naples
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Schindellegi
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Copenhagen
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Slight annual growth in freight traffic in Italian ports driven by containers
Rome
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Bucharest
The Tuzla plant is much smaller than the Romanian one
Six international shipping associations present a guide to planning safe navigation
London
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Hanover/Trieste
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Brussels
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Beijing/Hong Kong
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Singapore
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Cagliari
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Beijing
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Hong Kong
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Genoa
Cruise and ferry passenger decline
ICS, Trump's proposed measures against Chinese ships risk having significant unwanted consequences, even for the US
Washington
Strong opposition to their introduction also expressed by the WSC
Intercargo, international measures for decarbonisation of shipping must be simple and clear
London
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Port of Barcelona invests 124 million to develop sustainable fuel traffic
Barcelona
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Augusta
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In 2024, the terminal operator HHLA recorded record revenues with a growth of +10.5%
Hamburg
Profit after taxes amounted to 56.4 million euros (+33.1%)
Launch of a public consultation for the updating of the PRPs of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Genoa
The involvement of territorial, economic and social communities is foreseen
ITU, ICAO and IMO highlight risks to maritime and air transport caused by attacks on satellite communications
Geneva/Montreal/London
London Government presents its strategy for decarbonising maritime transport
London
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London
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ANESCO, with the Port Employment Centers, accidents have decreased in the three main Spanish ports
Madrid
67% reduction in lost work days per year
Filt, Fit and Uilt, no to the transformation from "article 18" to "16" of the Livorno port company LTM
Leghorn
Unions ask port authority to block proliferation of new economic entities
Last year Fincantieri recorded record revenues and new orders
Last year Fincantieri recorded record revenues and new orders
Trieste
Folgiero: the first fruits of our strategy and industrial vision have been harvested
COSCO Shipping Holdings revenue increased by +44.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024
COSCO Shipping Holdings revenue increased by +44.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024
Shanghai
In the period, the container ships of the Chinese group's fleet transported 6.9 million TEUs (+13.1%). Containers on the Asia-Europe/Med routes fell
Porto Marghera, renewal of concession to Terminal Rinfuse Venezia
Venice
New 25-year contract. Investments of over 53 million euros expected
In the last quarter of 2024, container traffic alone increased in French ports
Paris
In the whole year, containers amounted to over 5.3 million TEU (+11.5%)
Carnival Sets New Low Season Quarter Records December-February
Carnival Sets New Low Season Quarter Records December-February
Miami
Positive outlook for the remainder of the 2025 financial year
Rail Losing Ground in Transalpine Freight Traffic Through Switzerland
Bern
In 2024, trains transported 25.7 million tons of cargo (-3.7%)
CK Hutchison's Port Division revenues grew by 10.8% last year
Hong Kong
In 2024, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane recorded a net loss of -208 million euros
Rome
Revenues up by +11.7%. The group's freight transported increased thanks to the acquisition of Exploris
Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
Conference to celebrate the centenary of the company
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
VARD to build offshore dive vessel for Dong Fang Offshore
Alesund/Trieste
The contract is worth 113.5 million euros
Next week Italian ports will participate in Seatrade Cruise Global
Rome
Initiative brand: "CruiseItaly - One Country, Many Destinations"
MSC Group Cruise Terminal Officially Inaugurated in the Port of Barcelona
Barcelona
In 2027 it will be equipped with a cold ironing plant
Marcegaglia and Nova Marine Carriers form NovaMar Logistic joint venture
Lugano/Gazoldo of the Ippoliti
A general cargo ship will transport raw materials to the steel group's plants
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Introduced most of the innovative technologies currently available
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
Decarbonisation of maritime transport will be faster in the EU and the US
DHL Acquires CRYOPDP
Bonn/Nashville
The company provides courier services for clinics and healthcare
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Over a million to the port companies of Livorno and Piombino to acquire green vehicles
Leghorn
The ranking for admission to the PNRR-Next Gen Eu contributions has been published
COSCO Shipping Development Co.'s container sales increased by +204.1% in 2024
Shanghai
The related turnover increased by +124.0%
The call for funding for the purchase of electric vehicles in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado has been published
Genoa
Yang Ming Buys Three New 8,000 TEU Containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Construction of a cruise ship for Regent Seven Seas Cruises begins in Marghera
Trieste
Fincantieri will deliver the unit in 2026
Federlogistica establishes operational offices in Spain and Brazil
Genoa
The aim is to go beyond theoretical cooperative relationships
Over a Ton of Cocaine Seized in the Port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
If placed on the market it would have generated over 187 million euros
In 2024, the economic results of Interporto Padova reached record values
Padua
Revenues up +17%
Three ceremonies at the Saint-Nazaire shipyard for three new MSC Cruises ships
Geneva
New flagship "MSC World America" delivered
German railway company DB Cargo reduced losses in 2024
Berlin
Revenues down again. -9.0% drop in freight volumes
NovaAlgoma orders second 38,000 dwt cement carrier in China
Lugano
It will be taken over in 2027
Customs agreement between Italy and Brazil to facilitate trade
Brasilia
Mission of the Customs and Monopolies Agency in the South American nation
A team from La Spezia Container Terminal in Rotterdam to test advanced technologies
The Spice
ECT Hutchinson Ports Training Center Visited
The assembly of Genoese freight forwarders on Monday
Genoa
It will be held at the Palazzo della Borsa in Genoa
Assarmatori, in Italy the ferry segment cannot bear the burden of the EU ETS in a very fragile market situation
Brussels
Messina: Protecting shipping from the ideological excesses of the Green Deal
The website of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard has been renewed
Rome
It has become a single digital access point to documents and services
In 2024, inland waterway freight transport in Germany increased by +1.2%
Wiesbaden
The volume, at 173.8 million tonnes, is the second lowest since 1990.
APM Terminals Granted Port of New York - New Jersey Concession Renewal
New York
Contract for a period of 33 years. Investments of 500 million dollars are expected
Experimentation of crane automation has begun at the Interporto Padova terminal
Padua
The interport company awarded the "Industria Felix 2025 Award"
Container traffic in the port of Algeciras fell by -17.0% in February
Algeciras
Both import-export volumes and transhipment are decreasing
New cruise company Crescent Seas has been founded in Miami
Miami
The fleet, initially consisting of one ship from Regent Seven Seas Cruises, will grow to five units within the next five years
In 2024, the volume of vehicles transported by Wallenius Wilhelmsen's fleet decreased by -9.7%
Oslo
Traffic down on almost all global routes
Agreement between Assoporti and Assologistica and the Florida trade, transport and port authorities
Rome
It was signed today
In April a mission in Albania of The International Propeller Clubs - Italy
Genoa
It will take place on the 9th and 10th in Tirana and Durres
COSCO Shipping Ports revenues rose to a record $1.5 billion in 2024 (+3.3%)
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone, a decrease of -3.0%
SO.RI.MA. (FHP group) granted a concession of an area of 125 thousand square meters in the port of Chioggia
Venice
Investments of 11.5 million euros expected over 25 years
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 public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
Govt. to woo top ten shipping liners in world for Colombo port expansion
(Daily Mirror)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Contship Italia’s intermodal network has been extended to the Gulf Terminal in La Spezia
Melzo
Connections with the inland terminals of Milan, Modena and Padua
Container traffic in the port of Valencia grew by +15.2% last month
Valencia
The overall volume of goods handled increased by +6.8%
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority obtains gender equality certification
Leghorn
It is the first Italian port authority to obtain this recognition
Container traffic growth weakens at ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
Los Angeles/Long Beach
Last month, increases of +2.6% and +13.4% respectively were recorded
Assarmatori, the Italian government's position on the impact of the EU ETS on shipping and ports is good
Rome
Messina: fully understood the risks and distortions of European climate regulation
PSA Italy's Genoa port terminals awarded anti-corruption certification
Genoa
The UNI EN ISO 37001 standard defines the requirements for an effective anti-corruption management system
Assiterminal presents three projects for the sustainable transition of the Italian port sector
Rome
Work completed on docks 33 and 34 of the port of Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia
50,000 square meters of yards prepared
The completion and doubling of the Pontremolese is the dream-nightmare of the La Spezia port community
The Spice
Fontana: Money is not found when enormous resources are channeled into railway lines of dubious utility
Hanwha acquires 9.9% stake in shipbuilding company Austal
Sydney
Investment worth approximately 116 million US dollars
The European fleet is growing but competing fleets are growing at a faster rate
Brussels
Raptis (European Shipowners): investing ETS revenues in clean shipping technologies and fuels
Trasportounito has confirmed the national halt to the transport of goods
Rome
Proclaimed for the duration of five days from March 31st to April 4th
Container traffic in Hong Kong port increased by +9.1% in February
Hong Kong
However, for the second time in the last 25 years, cargo volume was below one million TEU.
Cargo traffic in Greek ports stable in Q3 2024
Piraeus
The increase in volumes transported on domestic routes has offset the decline in traffic with foreign countries
At the Vado Ligure container terminal a 21,000 teu container ship fully loaded
I go to Liguria
The 400-meter-long Cosco Shipping Nebula has landed
UIR proposes a permanent table for the development of intermodality
Verona
The main task is to build a project financing program.
Restructuring plan approved for Spanish company Armas Trasmediterránea
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Creditors' appeal rejected
The decline in cargo traffic at the port of Singapore worsened in February
Singapore
Containerized cargoes amounted to 27.4 million tons (-3.6%)
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