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International Transport Journal web site
OCTOBER 31, 2024
  • Direct train boosts logistics in the Balkans
  • Longest route for American Airlines and Brisbane
  • From Mondial Relay to Lyreco
  • CSX launches double-stack rail transports
  • USD 280 million upgrade at Nador West terminal
  • Headquarters: Hamburg
  • FedEx opens new gateway facility in Indonesia
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Leogistics names new head of yard management
  • Spar sets up in Croatia
  • Keep only evil spirits away, not kindly deliverers
  • Port modernisation in Vietnam

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The Loadstar web site
OCTOBER 30, 2024
  • Port of Montreal set for new strike at TerMont terminals tomorrow
  • White House unveils $3bn investment to 'clean up' ports in 27 states
  • 'My Alphabet DSV' soup
  • US retail inventories hit new heights, and probably caused early transpac peak
  • Air cargo carriers need to 'think items, not pallets' to profit from ecommerce
  • Lufthansa Cargo adds capacity as Asia Pacific ecommerce boosts revenue
  • Across the pond - carriers get their act together
  • CMA CGM offers discount vouchers to fill ships out of India as exports dip
  • SITC boosts order for more feeder vessels as tonnage becomes scarce

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Marine Log web site
OCTOBER 30, 2024
  • Two winning bids in Gulf of Maine floating wind lease sale
    Today, BOEM completed its sixth offshore wind lease sale by offering areas in the Gulf of Maine - the first commercial sale for floating offshore wind on the U.S. Atlantic Coast. The
  • Maersk signs long-term bio-methanol deal with Chinese supplier
    With seven methanol dual-fuel ships already in service and more to follow, Maersk continues to line up new green fuel sources. It has now entered into a long-term bio-methanol offtake agreement with
  • JAG Alaska awarded $18.7M USNS Grasp contract
    JAG Alaska Inc., Seward, Alaska, has been awarded an $18,715,881 firm-fixed-price contract for an 81-calendar day shipyard availability for the regular overhaul and dry dock availability of Military Sealift Command's fleet rescue
  • EPA names successful applicants for $3 billion in Clean Ports Program grants
    The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency yesterday announced the selection of 55 applicants from 27 U.S. states and territories to receive nearly $3 billion through its Clean Ports Program. The agency anticipates making

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Container News web site
OCTOBER 30, 2024
  • Aidrivers and Rocsys forge partnership to advance port decarbonization efforts
    Transportation service provider Aidrivers unveils a strategic partnership with Rocsys, an automated charging solution provider for electric vehicles. This partnership combines Rocsys' cutting-edge robotic charging technology with Aidrivers' autonomous digital platforms, ensuring compatibility and streamlined, fully autonomous charging operations for electric terminal tractors (TTs). This initiati
  • CMA CGM implementes reefer surcharge from America to Far East
    French ocean carrier CMA CGM has notified its customers of an upcoming Peak Season Surcharge (PSS), effective from 1 November 2024 until further notice. This surcharge will apply to reefer cargo from the West Coast of South America, the West Coast of Central America, the Mexico West Coast, the East Coast of Central America, the Caribbean, and the Windward Islands, to China, Hong Kong & Macau SAR,
  • Port of Oakland secures historic US$322 million federal grant
    The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded US$322 million to the Port of Oakland to accelerate its transition to nearly 100% zero-emissions cargo operations. The Californian port's ambitious and community-driven proposal, titled "Community Led, Business Supported, Proven and Ready to Go! Transforming the Port of Oakland to Zero Emissions," represents a historic investment in green
  • Soaring long-haul rates came at expense of Transatlantic lane
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  • DP World expands Sustainable Development Impact Disclosure to new countries
    DP World has extended its Sustainable Development Impact Disclosure (SDID) to include Brazil, Senegal and South Africa, continuing its progress toward achieving the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This follows the company's first SDID published in April 2024, which focused on India and Somaliland. The extended SDID report highlights DP World's commitment to advancing sustainable develo
  • Port of Rotterdam launches geofencing for Just-in-Time ship arrivals
    The Port of Rotterdam has taken a significant step toward optimizing ship movements with the launch of a modern geofencing system, part of the initial phase of the Just-in-Time (JIT) Sailing project. This initiative aims to reduce CO2 emissions and enhance the efficiency of ship traffic management. Since mid-October, terminal planners and shipping agents have been receiving email alerts as soon a
  • Sea-Intelligence reports surge in retail inventories
    The latest data from the US Census Bureau shows that there is a consistent inventory increase in the retail sector. According to Danish maritime data analysis firm Sea-Intelligence, not only are retailers increasing inventories, but the pace of increase has also quickened. The following figure illustrates the trajectory of retail inventory levels, along with a trend line that reflects development
  • Devastating DANA Storm Shuts Valencia Ports, Claiming At Least 64 Lives
    All maritime traffic has been halted at the Port of Valencia and the Port of Sagunto due to the severe DANA storm, which has tragically claimed at least 64 lives. On the morning of Tuesday, October 30, the Valencia area was grappling with the storm's aftermath, featuring closed roads, flooded rail lines, and ports unable to operate. The Emergency Coordination Centre has issued a red alert for the
  • HHLA raises 2024 forecast amid strong transport growth
    Based on preliminary, unaudited figures for the first nine months, the German port and terminal operator Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) has revised its forecast for the 2024 financial year upwards. Despite global challenges, including economic weakness in Germany, the military conflict in the Middle East affecting shipping routes, and the war in Ukraine, HHLA achieved positive business re
  • Africa Shipping Boom Drives Historic Growth and Strategic Opportunities
    The latest edition of the Review of Maritime Transport spotlights considerable advancements in Africa's shipping sector, revealing impressive growth figures. From the first half of 2018 to the first half of 2023, Africa experienced a 20% increase in container ship port calls and a 38% rise in tanker arrivals, marking all-time records. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Packag
  • Port of Virginia secures US$380 million federal grant for equipment upgrade
    The Port of Virginia has received US$380 million from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) programme to proceed with its efforts to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. The port will use the federal grant to buy electric equipment and the infrastructure needed to support its decarbonization projects, while retiring legacy equipment powered by engines that burn gasoline or diesel
  • Lloyd's Register, HHI announce AiP for new ammonia duel-fuel, 15,300 TEU vessel
    Lloyd's Register (LR) and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) have signed a joint development project (JDP) for approval in principle (AiP) for a 15,300 TEU Class ammonia-powered dual-fuel container ship. Under the agreement, HHI has developed a twin skeg design for a 365-metre, ultra-large container vessel (ULCV), which features two small bore engines that are currently available on the market and
  • Scan Global Logistics expands into Ireland to boost Transatlantic trade
    Scan Global Logistics (SGL), a transport and logistics solution provider, has announced the opening of its first office in Ireland, marking another step in its European expansion. This new location will strengthen SGL's offerings in a key trade region, supporting local and international clients with a full range of logistics services. "Ireland is a key market for us. Its proximity to major trade
  • Ocean rates falling post-peak season, but labor and election results could renew pressure for North America lanes
    Asia-Europe ocean rates closed October 30% lower than at the end of September as Red Sea diversions that led to an early peak season meant the post-peak/pre-Lunar New Year demand lull started early this year too. Prices of US$3,500/FEU to both Europe and the Mediterranean have reached the floor set during the previous demand lull this year in March and April, though these rates are still about do
  • APM Terminals Maasvlakte II proceeds with digital expansion
    APM Terminals Maasvlakte II has placed a large order with Konecranes for an Automated Horizontal Transport System, whose delivery and commissioning will begin in 2025. The contract includes up to 71 Lift Automated Guided Vehicles (Lift AGVs), an expansion of the system to manage more than 140 Lift AGVs, a third battery exchange station and virtual reality simulation software - lifting the standar
  • Folk Maritime announces new service linking Arabian Gulf ports to India
    Folk Maritime Services Company has announced the launch of a new service route connecting key Arabian Gulf ports, including Dammam, Umm Qasr, and two of India's largest commercial ports, Nhava Sheva and Mundra. The India Gulf Service will have its first Dammam call on 30 October, by the 1,800 TEU boxship Asterios. The vessel will carry import cargo from India before proceeding to Umm Qasr. The se
  • Port of Los Angeles secures US$412 million US EPA grant
    The Port of Los Angeles (POLA) has received a historic US$412 million grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean Ports Program to advance its zero-emission (ZE) transition. With an additional US$236 million from private sector partners, the total US$644 million investment will fund the purchase of nearly 425 pieces of battery-electric cargo-handling equipment, 250
  • Maersk secures long-term methanol supply agreement to power green fleet
    A.P. Moller-Maersk has signed a long-term bio-methanol offtake agreement with LONGi Green Energy Technology. This partnership aims to support Maersk's efforts to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its expanding fleet of dual-fuel methanol-powered container vessels. "Bio- and e-methanol continue to be the most promising alternative shipping fuels to scale up in this decade, and the agree
  • Port of New York and New Jersey nears 780,000 TEUs, marking second-busiest September ever
    Port of New York and New Jersey achieved the second-busiest September of all time, eclipsed only by the pandemic-related cargo surge in 2022, handling a total of 779,388 TEUs during the month. "We maintained our status as the nation's second-busiest gateway for loaded cargo, handling 4,388,397 loaded TEUs over the first nine months of the year," said the US port in an announcement. September 2024
  • CNC commences new Taiwan-Vietnam service
    CMA CGM-owned intra-Asia short sea specialist CNC has launched a new service line directly connecting Taiwan with Vietnam. The TVS service offers direct calls between the port of Kaohsiung and Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai). The company states that the service will provide a round trip from Kaohsiung to Ho Chi Minh City, requiring five days for the outbound journey (Kaohsiung -> Ho Chi Ming City) and
  • Capacity imbalance sees boxshipping tilt to buyers' market
    Major disruptions in the container shipping market have conspired to bolster flagging rates, but the same market fundamentals seen a year ago apply today as shippers contemplate a cheaper 2025 and carriers face a bruising. 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 T
  • Vietnam, UAE sign free-trade agreement
    On 29/10, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Vietnam inked a comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA), marking Vietnam's first free-trade deal with a Middle Eastern nation. The CEPA stipulates that the UAE will eliminate tariffs on 99% of Vietnamese exports, while Vietnam has agreed to abolish tariffs on 98.5% of UAE exports. In this context, Vingroup JSC, a prominent private company i
  • ONE adds Jacksonville to EC2 service
    Starting in February 2025, Ocean Network Express (ONE) will integrate the Jacksonville Port (JAXPORT) into its East Coast 2 (EC2) service, establishing a direct link between Jacksonville and five ports in Asia. This weekly service will employ a fleet of 13,500 TEU vessels, all operated by ONE. The vessels will dock at the recently upgraded SSA Jacksonville Container Terminal at the Blount Island
  • Small Island Developing States facing growing challenges amidst high competitive environment
    The latest UNCTAD Maritime Review highlights key challenges faced by Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in the complex realm of maritime trade. 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 .

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Splash web site
OCTOBER 30, 2024
  • Just culture, just needs time and people
    Steven Jones, the compiler of the Seafarers Happiness Index, admits he was surprised to receive messages from crew relieved that they were having some "downtime" while sailing the long way round the Cape this year. Shipping's advances in sustainability are set to be built on very shaky foundations unless action is taken to address workload, ...
  • TotalEnergies partners with Reach Subsea on unmanned offshore vessel pilot
    French energy major Total Energies has become a partner in the unmanned surface vessel (USV) qualification program conducted by Norwegian offshore services player Reach Subsea. Earlier this year, Reach Subsea agreed with Equinor to conduct a technology qualification program. TotalEnergies, along with several other major energy companies, has now joined this program. The pilot project ...
  • OneSubsea to supply boosting system for BP's Kaskida project
    SLB's OneSubsea has been awarded a contract by energy giant BP for a subsea boosting system in the greenfield development of the Kaskida project in the US Gulf of Mexico. This contract is the first engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract for a subsea boosting system between the two companies. The project scope includes a ...
  • Purus seals Vestas deal for CSOV newbuild
    UK-based owner Purus has secured a multi-year service contract with Danish wind turbine manufacturing giant Vestas for one of its commissioning service operation vessels (CSOVs) under construction at Fincantieri-controlled Norwegian shipbuilder Vard. The vessel named Purus Chinook will start its contract immediately after delivery in 2025. The newbuild will be fit to accommodate 120 people ...
  • UECC expanding fleet with up to four LNG-powered battery hybrid newbuilds
    Oslo-based United European Car Carriers (UECC) has ordered up to four battery hybrid newbuilds at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard Nanjing. The shortsea roro carrier has signed for two firm vessels with multi-fuel LNG-driven engines scheduled for delivery in 2028 and options for two more units that, if exercised, would bring the number of "eco-friendly newbuilds" ...
  • US to invest $3bn in ports
    US president Joe Biden has revealed a $3bn investment to help clean up and modernise ports across 27 states and territories. The move will upgrade port infrastructure at 55 sites nationwide, including the Port of Baltimore, which will receive $147m from Biden's Inflation Reduction Act for zero-emission port equipment, charging infrastructure, and power improvements. The ...
  • Avangrid, Invenergy pick up floating wind leases in Gulf of Maine
    Avangrid and Invenergy have secured leases for offshore wind development in the first lease sale in the Gulf of Maine as well as the first sale for floating offshore wind acreage on the US Atlantic coast. The US Department of Interior said that the auction resulted in two provisional winners on four lease areas and nearly ...
  • Seaway 7 lands cable installation work on UK offshore wind farm
    Seaway 7, the renewables unit of Oslo-listed Subsea 7, has won a contract from Danish utility Ørsted for the transport and installation of inter-array cables at the Hornsea 3 offshore wind project in the UK North Sea. The company's scope of work covers the transportation and installation of 192 66kV inter-array cables, measuring approximately 500 km ...
  • Wintershall Dea adds more time to Eidesvik Offshore PSV
    Oil and gas company Wintershall Dea has exercised the remaining options for Eidesvik Offshore's platform supply vessel Viking Princess. The German-based firm has declared the remaining options to keep the 2013-built ship until January 2026. The vessel has been under contract with Wintershall Dea since December 2020. Since then the deal has been extended several ...
  • Four CTVs chartered for work on Polish offshore wind farms
    Joint ventures between Polenergia and Equinor, in charge of developing the Baltyk 2 and Baltyk 3 offshore wind farms, have signed deals to charter crew transport vessels worth €57m ($61.6m). The two joint ventures, MFW Baltyk II and MFW Baltyk III, signed contracts with Northern Offshore Services and Njord Offshore, each signing two agreements for ...
  • Maritime CEO Forum Monaco: How to access capital
    The Money and Ships session at last week's Maritime CEO Forum at the Monaco Yacht Club discussed disruption witnessed in ship finance, ably moderated by Isabelle Rickmers, the CEO of jobs marketplace TURTLE. Looking at the print out of the delegate list for the exclusive shipowner gathering, Harris Antoniou, founder of Neptune Maritime Leasing, noted ...
  • Shipowners come under pressure to reveal their carbon footprint
    Calls are growing for every ship's emissions data to be made public with Splash Extra getting in touch with many of shipping's top bodies this month to discuss the issue. The technology to track shipping emissions has been readily available for many years. Now the pressure is growing for IMO member states to debate plans ...
  • CMA CGM invests in another Moroccan terminal
    CMA CGM has moved to take on a third port venture in Morocco, one of Africa's fastest growing container destinations. The French liner has signed with Moroccan port and terminal operator Marsa Maroc to operate half of the new east terminal at Nador West Med Port, a facility in the far northeast of the country ...
  • Calls grow for every shipowner to reveal emissions data
    Calls are growing for every ship's emissions data to be made public. Currently fuel consumption and emission data is collected by ship operators and reported to their flag states. They need to verify and submit it to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) which then aggregates it and internally publishes it. Currently the system only allows ...
  • How to distribute funds from a carbon levy
    The just and equitable transition that smaller, more vulnerable economies are seeking in the green debate at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) is something we've covered a lot at Splash over the years. The disbursement of revenues generated by IMO's emission reduction measures has been a stumbling block in negotiations for more than a decade, ...
  • October 2024 Review
    The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) meeting at the headquarters of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) whittled the proposals for mid-term policy measures capable of driving an energy transition in international shipping down to just three options, with a likely greenhouse gas reduction pathway selected next year. Among confirmed important agreed milestones at MEPC was ...
  • Tankers enjoy today's volatility
    As the conflict in the Middle East spreads, as North Korea joins in with Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and as China practices a naval blockade of Taiwan, you can find plenty of social media strategists to inform you that World War Three has already begun, but that the West is too fixated on the US ...
  • Fragility trumps confidence in dry bulk
    Last month we described how the on September 20, the BCI was at 3,235 points, 20% higher than a month earlier. We asked, will the market take off like it did last year? Brokers reported that demand for capesizes remained firm, but, we said, "there is always the nagging anxiety about Chinese economic activity and ...
  • Container scenario planners sharpen their pencils for 2025
    The US dockworkers' strike lasted only three days, though in Canada, dockworkers in Montreal are striking for a day at a time. With terminals back to normal operations in the US, liners are finding that freight rates have resumed their downward trend. The FBX01 index of freight rates from China to the US west coast ...
  • Analyst Abstract
    Dry Bulk The booming cape trades out of Guinea and other West African nations are giving extra life to ageing capesizes. Unlike the other major capesize routes, which often have an age limit of either 15 or 18 years old, vessels calling Guinea have no such limit for the time being and, as such, the ...
  • Why ships sales have slumped
    Duller than a butter knife was how one Asia-based broker summed up the sale and purchase markets this month. "All the oomph left the market when freight rates came off. Pricing doesn't yet match the lower freight rates. Sellers will hold off until they know if the droop is permanent and buyers will not rush ...
  • Why China's changing diet matters
    Eating healthier and more nutritious foods and changing your diet for the better is the advice of every doctor you probably ever met. But what happens if a country of 1.4bn people changes its diet and how big is the effect of such a massive butterfly flapping its wings? Greece's Ursa Shipbrokers noted in a ...
  • The need for energy price risk insurance
    Shipping is facing a considerable risk management gap, with the vast majority of players unfit to handle the complex dynamics of fuel and freight price volatility, says Gus Majed, the CEO and founder of energy price risk insurance broker Paratus. The global bunker fuel market consumes about 3.5m barrels per day, alongside the global freight ...

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Lloyd's List web site
OCTOBER 30, 2024
  • Seacon takes over $64m bulker order from BVI firm
    These new ships, due for delivery between 2026 and 2027, will help Seacon further expand its controlled fleet
  • US importers already prepping for renewed port disruptions on January 15
    According to Matson chief executive Matt Cox, US importers are hedging against the resumption of a strike at US east...
  • Daily Briefing
    Sanctioned North Korean ship deviates from norm to make traceable call to Russia | Fire safety standards on board ships...
  • US targets hundreds of entities in latest Russian sanctions spree
    The US State Department and Ofac have announced fresh sanctions targeting nearly 400 entities and individuals for 'enabling Russia's prosecution...
  • Sanctioned North Korean ship deviates from norm to make traceable call to Russia
    Several other North Korea-owned vessels have arrived at Russian ports with AIS enabled during the past few months, but the...
  • Transatlantic rates rising due to lower capacity and strike fallout
    Europe-US east coast spot rates are on the rise. Transatlantic capacity is down 8.2% year on year, while import demand...
  • Trade in clean energy tech will triple to $575bn in a decade, IEA predicts
    China will continue to dominate clean energy technology manufacturing, according to a mammoth report by the International Energy Agency
  • Baltimore bridge litigation set for early 2026 start
    Determination of liability in what could be costliest marine loss of all time anxiously watched by underwriters
  • Klaveness Combination Carriers to install wind-assisted propulsion on newbuilding
    Klaveness Combination Carriers is making its first move into the wind-assisted propulsion space, agreeing to install two of bound4blue eSails...
  • Fire safety standards on board ships are bad and getting worse
    Port state control figures have found a 14% non-compliance rate for basic fire safety standards on board inspected ships, and...
  • Nuclear power 'ideal' way to decarbonise shipping, says ABS
    The technology exists for nuclear energy to power vessels with zero emissions as demonstrated by a design drawn up by...
  • CMES reports profit drop despite strong growth in dry bulk
    Analysts remain optimistic about the tanker market in the long run, despite downgrading CMES' profit forecast for this year on...
  • Houthi-hit Sounion finally arrives at Suez to start cargo transfer
    After 49 days of fires, a technically perilous salvage operation and diplomatic delays, the Houthi-hit Sounion has finally arrived at...
  • Trump tariffs won't hurt car carrier market, says Wallenius Wilhemsen
    Wallenius Wilhelmsen's Lasse Kristoffersen is not worried about possible Trump tariffs on Chinese cars, saying Asia, not the US, is...
  • French shipowners' association 'not opposed' to huge one-off tax hit on CMA CGM
    Some 450 French firms with turnover in excess of €1bn ($1.1bn) will be asked to hand over 9% of operating...
  • UPDATE: Dynacom denies sale of tankers used in botched sanctions raid
    Two Dynacom tankers that the US chartered in the summer of 2022 for an ultimately botched seizure of an Iranian...
  • Maersk signs bio-methanol sourcing deal with Chinese supplier
    Maersk said its methanol offtake agreements now cover more than 50% of the dual-fuel methanol fleet demand in 2027
  • US ports to use green cash for shore power
    Key US ports such as New York and New Jersey, Los Angeles and Savannah all intend to use their grants...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
OCTOBER 30, 2024
  • US LTL carriers raising rates as shippers keep wary eye on 2025
    Less-than-truckload volumes may be down as much as 15% from 2021, but carriers are pushing for rate hikes in single-digit-percentages as they plan expansion.
  • US ports plan upgrades to electric yard equipment after securing EPA grants
    The Environmental Protection Agency will disburse nearly $3 billion in federal funds meant to offset the costs of upgrading thousands of pieces of yard equipment from diesel to electric power.
  • Strong imports, low blanks extend peak season on eastbound trans-Pacific
    Import demand from Asia, which typically tapers ahead of Black Friday sales, is holding steady, fueled by resilient retail sales, tariff concerns and the mid-January expiration of the tentative ILA labor agreement.
  • Maersk secures long-term methanol supply in China production deal
    With this latest deal, the combined methanol offtake agreements Maersk now has in place will meet half the demand from its fast-growing dual-fuel fleet in 2027.

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TradeWinds web site
OCTOBER 30, 2024
  • Teekay Tankers splashing out for parent company's management units
    Owner reveals intra-group moves in quarter that misses analyst earnings bets
  • Matson's 'very strong' third quarter beats expectations as China service thrives
    Hawaii liner operator benefits from stronger transpacific freight rates
  • Tanker values soften as Greek and Chinese buyers move for older product carriers
    What little activity there has been is focused on LR1s
  • MOL-Cosco joint venture tipped to scoop QatarEnergy's supersize LNG carrier sextet
    Qatari giant said to be taking a breather from ordering for remainder of 2024
  • Comment: Trade, geopolitics and antipathy for 'foreign-owned' shipping companies are on the US ballot
    Both US presidential candidates want to be tough on America's third-largest trading partner - but disagree on how hard to be
  • Congress is waking up to US maritime vulnerability. Will that survive the election?
    Bipartisan bill seeks to revitalise US-flag shipping and shipbuilding
  • Clarksons relaxed about valuation gap after Scorpio's DHT stock splash
    Analysts say investment in VLCC company is relatively minor compared to market cap
  • How shipping's 'top' analyst Jon Chappell keeps trying to get tankers right
    This week's Streetwise looks at another Institutional Investor honour for a researcher whose world is wet
  • Argentina's shale boom could boost exports by more than an aframax per day
    Increased oil production will be a demand driver for crude tankers
  • Monjasa expands into new US Gulf markets with Stenersen tanker charter
    Danish owner to supply VLSFO and gas oil in growing sector
  • Baltic Exchange launches know-your-customer platform to help shipping dodge risky business
    Compliance checks have never been a hotter topic for shipping companies
  • Confidence abound as crunch time looms for Wallenius Wilhelmsen
    Car carrier owner looking to sew up new, richer contracts as the year winds down
  • MPC Container Ships eyes order for midsize container ships at Hengli Heavy Industry
    The company will firm up the newbuilding deal once it secures employment contracts
  • Red Sea diversions alleviate onboard strain for seafarers
    Added time provides more time for rest, survey finds
  • MSC calls time on 42-year-old veteran container ship duo
    Liner giant is sending oldest vessel in its fleet to the breakers
  • Tradition, learning and innovation: John Michael Radziwill on the making of CTM
    C Transport Maritime's CEO reflects on the past 20 years and looks forward to a new decade
  • UECC inks deal for midsize car carriers powered by LNG and batteries
    Oslo-based owner already has three vessels in its fleet with LNG/battery dual fuel
  • Transport Capital hires ship finance veteran Michael de Visser as senior adviser
    Banker left NIBC after 24 years
  • AES poised to offer LNG bunkering on Atlantic side of Panama Canal
    Seaspan Energy newbuilding to start operations in March from new base
  • MSC inks $2bn 'shock' container ship order set to bring Chinese yard giant back to life
    But big questions loom over the future of Rongsheng shipyard which ceased contracting newbuildings a decade ago
  • Klaveness Combination Carriers moves into wind propulsion with sails on newbuilding
    Two 24-metre-tall sails will be fitted to the bow
  • Hanwha Ocean unveils new FPSO design as it transitions to floating solutions provider
    Shipbuilder logs third-quarter loss following hit from exchange rate falls and outsourcing costs
  • Alleged toxic waste on container ship seized by Albania
    Moliva has returned alleged furnace waste after Thailand rejected it
  • Maersk signs major long-term bio-methanol deal as dual-fuel fleet grows
    Danish shipowning giant taps LONGi Green Energy for supplies of low-carbon fuel from 2026
  • French tonnage tax looks safe - with special surcharge for CMA CGM
    Parliament's finance committee comes up with compromise to keep levy based on vessels owned, not profit
  • Arctic Securities urges shipping companies to exploit record-low Nordic bond funding costs
    Bank sees market capacity for more bonds in different segments
  • Local expertise key as 'non-traditional' players enter offshore shipping, M3 broker says
    Shipbroker believes Dragnis' Goldenport teaming with shipowner Allianz reduces risk of $183m investment
  • Klaveness Combination Carriers sees 'superior value creation' amid 'more challenging' markets
    Fourth-quarter forecast somewhat down due to weaker product tanker markets
  • Color Group issues fresh $73m hybrid bond in refinancing
    Bonds pay coupon of Nibor plus 4%
  • Shipowner Mureloil orders hybrid tanker powered by battery system
    Spanish company contracts small eco vessel
  • Wallenius Wilhelmsen 2024 targets remain intact even as bottom line dips
    Norwegian owner shooting for 'somewhat better' annual performance

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American Shipper web site
OCTOBER 30, 2024
  • Kuehne+Nagel adopts new Amazon air cargo service for China e-commerce
    Logistics powerhouse Kuehne+Nagel is an early adopter of Amazon Air's freight transportation service, which it is using to move e-commerce shipments from China to the U.S.
  • Millions in funding for key Montreal port commodity
    Transport Canada is funneling millions of dollars to expand grain-handling facilities at the Port of Montreal.

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In 2025, container traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado Ligure reached a historic record of almost three million TEUs
Genoa
Cruise passengers increased by 6.1%; ferry passengers decreased by 4.0%.
Busan Port has again set its all-time record for annual container throughput.
Busan
Last year the total was 24.88 million TEUs (+2.0%)
Panama Ports Company has initiated arbitration proceedings against the Republic of Panama
Panama
Extensive damage reported and state authorities' reluctance to respond to repeated requests for confrontation
In 2025, freight traffic in Sardinia's ports grew by +3.0%
Cagliari
Slight decline in cruise passengers contained by the launch of home ports in Cagliari and Olbia
Freight traffic in the port of Barcelona to remain stable in 2025
Barcelona
In the fourth quarter alone, 16.7 million tonnes were handled (+4.5%)
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd bring back India/Middle East-Mediterranean service via Suez
In 2025, ships transiting the Panama Canal increased by +14.1%
In 2025, ships transiting the Panama Canal increased by +14.1%
Panama
The ports of the Central American nation handled 9,915,357 containers (+3.6%)
Last year, container traffic in the port of Tangier Med reached a record 11.1 million TEUs (+8.4%)
Last year, container traffic in the port of Tangier Med reached a record 11.1 million TEUs (+8.4%)
Anjra
New all-time high in total goods
In 2025, Turkish ports handled a record traffic of 553.3 million tonnes of cargo (+4.0%)
Ankara
Container traffic in Italy reached a new all-time high of 678,715 TEUs (+9.8%). Ship traffic through the Bosphorus Strait declined.
APM Terminals will take over the interim management of the Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa.
Panama
President Mulino urged Panama Ports Company to cooperate fully in view of this new phase
New crop of historic records harvested by Chinese ports
New crop of historic records harvested by Chinese ports
Beijing
In 2025, maritime ports handled 11.63 billion tons of goods (+3.7%)
PPC denounces the contradictory nature of the ruling by the Supreme Court of Justice of Panama with respect to the current legal framework
Balboa
The company does not exclude the possibility of resorting to national and international legal action
Lukoil signs agreement with US-based Carlyle to sell the Russian group's international assets
Fly
The transaction will need to be authorized by the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control.
Panama's Supreme Court of Justice declares the law on the concession contract with the Panama Ports Company unconstitutional.
Panama
Last year, PPC port terminals handled 3.9 million containers
Royal Caribbean Cruises has ordered two new cruise ships from Chantiers de l'Atlantique with options for four more
Royal Caribbean Cruises has ordered two new cruise ships from Chantiers de l'Atlantique with options for four more
Miami
New orders for ten new river vessels are planned. A record financial year.
CMA CGM establishes a joint venture with Stonepeak to which it will contribute ten container terminals
New York/Los Angeles
The American company will own 75% and 25% of the shares, respectively. It will invest 2.4 billion dollars.
German rail freight companies reject 37% increase in train path prices
Berlin
Die Güterbahnen urges the Minister of Transport to present the promised reform of the fare system
FS Logistix increases weekly rotations on the Duisburg-Milan railway line from six to ten
Milan
Two daily connections are made in each direction
In the fourth quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Zeebrugge decreased by -4.9%.
Antwerp
For the whole year the decline was -4.1%
Valletta Cruise Port records record annual cruise traffic
London
In 2025, there were 963 thousand passengers (+2.3%)
Evergreen invests up to nearly $1.5 billion in the construction of 23 container ships
Taipei
Seven 5,900 TEU vessels have been ordered from Jiangsu New Yangzi Shipbuilding and 16 3,100 TEU vessels from CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding.
In 2025, Spanish ports handled a record container traffic of almost 19 million TEUs
Madrid
New historic highs also for conventional goods and passengers
First container transhipment operation in an Algerian port
First container transhipment operation in an Algerian port
Algiers
It happened on Sunday at the port of Djen Djen
Truckers from Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, and North Macedonia block borders
Belgrade
Week-long protest against the EU's new entry/exit system
Resumption of attacks against ships in the Red Sea region threatened
Tehran
They would be implemented in response to an escalation of US and allied military actions in the region.
New annual record for maritime traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore
New annual record for maritime traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore
Port Klang
Last year, for the first time, over 100,000 ships passed through
New record of sailors abandoned by shipowners
London
In 2025, 6,223 crew members from 410 ships were abandoned
Two FMC commissioners call on the US government to take action against Canadian and Mexican ports
Washington
Enforcement of provision aimed at preventing freight carriers from evading the Harbor Maintenance Fee urged
Annual container traffic handled by the port of Algeciras remains stable.
Algeciras
A 6.2% decrease in the weight of goods in containers was recorded
The EU Commission authorizes Italy to provide financial support for rail operations in ports.
Rome
Incentives for a maximum total of 30 million euros over five years
Shipping companies urge further incentives to speed up restoration of Suez Canal transits
Shipping companies urge further incentives to speed up restoration of Suez Canal transits
Ismailia
The need to reduce insurance premiums for vessels transiting the Red Sea region was also highlighted.
€3.1 million in unpaid regional maritime property fees recovered in Campanian ports
Naples
422 default notices to non-compliant dealers
In November 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado dropped by -5.5%.
Genoa
The two airports recorded percentage variations of -7.5% and +0.6% respectively
EU ETS: Interferry calls for a halt to the 100% charge for ferry emissions in 2026.
Victoria
The vast majority of the revenues from the maritime ETS - the association denounces - are diverted to the national budgets of the Member States.
The new configuration of the Ocean Alliance service network confirms seven calls at Italian ports
Hong Kong/Taipei
Two at the port of Genoa, two at that of La Spezia and one stop each at the ports of Vado Ligure, Trieste and Salerno
Last year, freight traffic in the port of Marseille-Fos increased by +5%
Last year, freight traffic in the port of Marseille-Fos increased by +5%
Marseille
Cruise passengers grow by +7%
AD Ports has acquired the Spanish shipyard Astilleros Balenciaga.
Abu Dhabi
Transaction worth 11.2 million euros
CMA CGM reports three services on the route around the Cape of Good Hope
Marseille
The international scenario - explains the French company - is complex and uncertain
COSCO Shipping Ports' terminals handled record container traffic last year
Hong Kong
Growth of +6.2% over 2024
In the fourth quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Venice grew by +13.5%
Venice
An increase of +4.9% was recorded for the whole year
Buffer areas to decongest the North West logistics system
Genoa
The proposal is from Connect. Let's remember, Palenzona warns, that the Italian system depends on road haulage.
In 2025, Russian ports handled 884.5 million tons of cargo (-0.4%)
In 2025, Russian ports handled 884.5 million tons of cargo (-0.4%)
St. Petersburg
In the fourth quarter alone, traffic was 231.1 million tonnes (+6%)
The port of Civitavecchia has set a new annual cruise traffic record
Civitavecchia
A 5.4% increase in transit passengers. Disembarking and embarking passengers remained stable.
A ship coming from Russia was seized in the port of Brindisi
Toasts
Alleged violation of sanctions against the Russian Federation
FS Logistix takes over railway operations in Area 6A of the Port of Antwerp.
Antwerp
New generation hybrid locomotives will be used
Greek Shipowners' Association urges EU to take measures to protect ships and crews
Piraeus
Call for expressions of interest for the refurbishment and management of the cruise terminal at the Port of Gibraltar
Gibraltar
Applicants must be willing to fully finance the work
In 2025, acts of piracy against ships increased by +18%
In 2025, acts of piracy against ships increased by +18%
Kuala Lumpur
A 43% decrease in accidents was recorded in the last quarter
InRail to manage the Interporto Pordenone intermodal terminal for a year
Pordenone
Temporary solution in view of the establishment of a public-private company
Turkey's Kuzey Star Shipyard to Build Shipyard in Syria's Tartous Port
Damascus
An investment of at least $190 million over five years is expected
In 2025, cargo traffic in Ukrainian ports decreased by -15%
Kiev
Container traffic grows by 66%
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by 5.7% last year.
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone the decline was -8.0%
In 2025, PSA's port terminals handled record container traffic
Singapore
New peaks in volumes handled in Singapore and the group's overseas terminals
Chinese CMPort's port terminals handled record container traffic last year
Hong Kong
The total was 151.5 million TEUs, an increase of +4.0% over 2024.
COSCO orders 12 new 18,000-TEU and six 3,000-TEU containerships
Hong Kong
Jiangnan Shipyard, China Shipbuilding Trading, and COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry win $2.7 billion in orders.
The port of Trieste closed 2025 with a 0.7% growth in freight traffic thanks to the increase in crude oil prices.
Trieste
The port of Gioia Tauro has once again set its container traffic record
The port of Gioia Tauro has once again set its container traffic record
Gioia Tauro
In 2025, the previous peak recorded the previous year will increase by +14%.
Port of Singapore sets new all-time container throughput record
Port of Singapore sets new all-time container throughput record
Singapore
The port confirms its position as the world's second largest container port
The volume of cargo traffic in the port of Koper will remain unchanged in 2025.
Koper
Increase in containers and rolling stock. Decline in other types of cargo.
Taiwan's Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL close 2025 with double-digit revenue declines
Taipei/Keelung
In 2025, piracy attacks against ships in Asia increased by +23%
Singapore
The severity of accidents has decreased
The Democratic Party accuses the government of blocking investments in ports and placing the Port System Authorities under special administration.
Rome/Genoa
Nova Marine Carriers, Bolten and Ership have acquired full control of VCK Port Logistics.
Lugano
Amsterdam has developed its only covered terminal capable of operating in all weather conditions.
In the fourth quarter of 2025, revenues generated by OOCL's containership fleet decreased by -17.2%.
Hong Kong
Transported volumes increased by +0.8%
TKMS submits non-binding offer to buy German Naval Yards
TKMS submits non-binding offer to buy German Naval Yards
Kiel
The Kiel-based company builds naval vessels and luxury yachts
Over two tons of cocaine seized in the port of Genoa
Genoa
Once placed on the market, the drug would have earned criminal organizations around 1.5 billion euros.
Seatrade acquires strategic stake in JR Shipping
Harlingen
The Dutch company will continue to operate as an independent and autonomous organisation
In 2025, Ningbo-Zhoushan confirmed its position as the world's leading port in terms of total cargo traffic.
In 2025, Ningbo-Zhoushan confirmed its position as the world's leading port in terms of total cargo traffic.
Ningbo
Over 1.4 billion tons of cargo were moved. Approximately 43 million containers were transported.
In 2025 the port of Ravenna recorded its new historical record for annual freight traffic
Ravenna
Never-before-seen volume of cargo handled in the fourth quarter alone
The Sardinian Port Authority relies on the Financial Times' AI-based consultancy to understand which strategies, projects, and infrastructures to implement.
Cagliari
Direct award of an estimated value of 140,000 euros
The disposal of sediment from dredging in the port of La Spezia at the new breakwater in Genoa has been approved.
La Spezia
Approval has been granted for the transfer of 282,000 cubic meters to be carried out during 2026.
In November, ship traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.0%
Cairo
In the first eleven months of 2025, 11,620 ships passed through (-4.8%)
ABB to build shore power systems at three container terminals in the Port of Rotterdam
Rotterdam/Zurich
They will be able to recharge up to 32 container ships simultaneously
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 5.8% last month.
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 5.8% last month.
Beijing
Foreign cargoes increased by 8.2%. Containers increased by 8.9%.
Freewheeling, the increase in highway tolls certifies the failure of the government and Minister Salvini's road haulage policies.
Modena
Franchini: First excise duties, now tolls; a double blow that directly affects small businesses.
Trasportounito attributes responsibility for the increases in motorway tolls to the Constitutional Court and the ART
Genoa/Rome
Casu and Simiani (PD): But is it the judges' fault if Salvini can't be a minister?
Xtera Topco will be acquired by a joint venture owned by Prysmian (80%) and Fincantieri (20%)
Milan/Trieste
The transaction involves an enterprise value of $65 million
China launches drill to test cutting Taiwan's maritime links
Beijing
Maneuvers near the main port areas
In October, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado decreased by -1.8%
Genoa
In the first ten months of 2025, 52.9 million tonnes were handled (-1.0%)
On January 1st, the presidency of the UIRR will be assumed by Jürgen Albersmann
Brussels
He is vice president and CEO of Contargo
A Maersk Line ship has returned to transit the Suez Canal
A Maersk Line ship has returned to transit the Suez Canal
Ismailia
Rabie: Normal traffic levels will be reached in the region in the second half of 2026
Wärtsilä reports significant growth in quarterly and annual results for the Marine segment
Helsinki
The Finnish group's new orders acquired in 2025 remain stable.
Dutch company Portwise has been bought by its compatriot Haskoning
Rijswijk
The company offers solutions for optimizing terminal operations through automation and electrification
Construction of the first of six container ships for Italia Marittima has begun in China.
Trieste
The ships, which will be able to use traditional fuel and methanol, will have a capacity of 2,400 TEUs
In the Strait of Hormuz, armed vessels ordered a US tanker to stop
Southampton/London
GTS announces new rail services between the port of Genoa and central and southern Italy.
Bari
Connections via the Segrate Milan terminal
The number of dual-fuel vessels employed by liner shipping lines is set to double by 2025
Washington
Currently, 74% of the order book consists of units of this type
Kuehne+Nagel expands CargoCity South at Frankfurt Airport
Schindellegi
A new facility will be completed and taken over at the end of 2028
AD Ports signs agreement to build and operate multipurpose terminal at Matadi Port
Abu Dhabi/Kinshasa
Relaunch of the Banana Deepwater Port Construction Project
Confitarma: The Revenue Agency's position risks having serious repercussions on Italian seafarers' employment.
Rome
Bucchioni appointed pro tempore president of the Association of Freight Forwarders of the Port of La Spezia
La Spezia
The tender for the development of the shipbuilding hub in the port of Ancona has begun.
Ancona
The AdSP Management Committee has approved the call for tenders
ONE's quarterly financial performance declines further
Singapore
The volume of containerized cargo transported by the fleet remains stable
Laura DiBella's nomination for FMC presidency has been signed.
Washington
His term will expire on June 30, 2028.
Port of Singapore saw record bunker deliveries in 2025
Singapore
PSA-MOL joint venture to manage a new ro-ro terminal
The port of Taranto was visited by a delegation from the Japanese FLOWRA
Taranto
The association brings together 21 of the main Japanese energy players
ABB's new orders in a quarter exceed $10 billion for the first time.
Zurich
Growing demand in the maritime, port and railway sectors
In the United States, MSC was fined a total of $22.67 million
Washington
The Federal Maritime Commission has released the results of an investigation
CSC Vespucci and Livorno Reefer will form a single platform dedicated to fruit and vegetable and exotic products in the port of Livorno
Signal Ocean has acquired AXSMarine
Paris/London
The company offers web platforms to support the ship charter sector
Stena RoRo has placed an order for two ro-ro vessels in China with options for four more.
Gothenburg
They were designed in cooperation with the Italian Naos
Shanghai Zhonggu Logistics Co. to Order Four New 6,000-TEU Containerships
Shanghai
The order will include options for two additional vessels
UPS revenues decreased by 2.6% in 2025
In the last quarter alone, a decrease of -3.2% was recorded
ICS has published its periodic analysis of flag state performance
London
Michail Stahlhut will step down as CEO of Hupac in May
Noise
Bertschi: Under his leadership, the company's position as a leading provider of combined road/rail transport in Europe has been strengthened.
Members of the Ravenna Marine Resource Partnership Body have been appointed.
Ravenna
It will meet for the first time on February 4th and will remain in office for four years
Messina (Assarmatori): MIT's decree on cold ironing is a good thing.
Rome
This is a fundamental step - he underlined - to ensure that the electrification of the platforms is actually usable.
Contship has joined the Digital Container Shipping Association's DCSA+ program.
Melzo
Among the goals, improving the efficiency of terminal operations, the accuracy of planning and collaboration with shipping companies.
The Argentine Port Workers' Federation threatens a strike at national ports.
The Silver
Action in support of workers at the port of Concepción del Uruguay
In 2025, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +0.8%
Taranto
In the last quarter alone, a decrease of -22.6% was recorded
Last year, container traffic in the port of Valencia grew by +3.4%
Valencia
5,662,661 TEUs were handled
Fincantieri wins Italian Navy contract to enhance naval vessels' cyber resilience
New facility in Charleston for the production and testing of marine power and propulsion systems
Arlington
It was inaugurated by Leonardo DRS, a subsidiary of the Italian Leonardo
Project to strengthen maritime and port cybersecurity
Brest/Brussels/Rome
The partners are France Cyber Maritime, FEPORT and the Federation of the Sea
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles fell by 10.6% in the last quarter of 2025.
Los Angeles
A decrease of -0.6% was recorded for the whole year
In the first six months of operation InnoWay Trieste produced 170 railway wagons
Trieste
The construction of 600 units is planned in Bagnoli della Rosandra in 2026
Ferretti rejects KKCG Maritime's partial and conditional voluntary takeover bid.
Milan
Strong confidence in the company's long-term strategy reaffirmed
Haropa Port sets new container traffic record
Le Havre
Last year, overall freight traffic increased by +2%
Decio Lucano, the dean of shipping journalists, has passed away.
Genoa
His paper adventures are countless, including "Vita e Mare" and "TMM", but also digital with "DL News"
Marsa Maroc orders 106 electric terminal tractors from Terberg
Benschop
They will be employed in the port of Nador West Med
A single binding offer from Dubai for the purchase of the Venice Ro-Port Mos
Venice
The company manages the terminal for the motorways of the sea and cruises in Fusina
Contargo acquires 50% of Cargo-Center-Graz Logistik
Mannheim
The German company extends its intermodal network to the Adriatic ports of Koper and Rijeka.
The Port of Long Beach handled record container traffic in 2025
Long Beach
In the last quarter, a decrease of -8.8% was recorded
HMM to introduce AI-based autonomous navigation solutions on 40 vessels
Seoul
Contract with Avikus and agreement with KSOE
Two new rail connections to Germany from the Padua Interport
Padua
They are operated by InRail and LTE Italia
Intersea has become the general agent in Italy for the Portuguese GS Lines
Genoa
The shipping company is part of Grupo Sousa
MSC and Qatari company Maha to develop and manage the Libyan port of Misurata
Paris/Misurata
An investment of 1.5 billion dollars is expected
F2i has been awarded the concession for the Lavagna tourist port
Milan
The concession contract will have a duration of 50 years
Eni launches the hull of the Coral North FLNG
Geoje/San Donato Milanese
It will be used offshore Cabo Delgado, north of Mozambique.
Laghezza has acquired a logistics warehouse in Sarzana
La Spezia
The aim is to establish a local hub for local production activities.
The Red Sea Container Terminal at the Egyptian port of Sokhna has been inaugurated.
Sokhna
It is operated by a joint venture of Hutchison Ports, COSCO and CMA Terminals
The GNV Altair ferry has joined the GNV fleet
Genoa
It has a capacity of 2,700 passengers and 915 linear metres of rolling stock.
Maersk confirms resumption of MECL transits through the Suez Canal
Copenhagen
The line connects India and the Middle East with the US East Coast
Ignazio Messina & C. has acquired full control of Thermocar
Genoa
The Genoese company operates in the temperature-controlled refrigerated container logistics sector.
Genco's board of directors rejected Diana Shipping's acquisition proposal.
New York/Athens
The American company, however, leaves a glimmer of hope by admitting the validity of the merger
MSC will include the port of Trieste in the Dragon Italy-USA service
Geneva
The Julian port will be reached starting from the second half of February
De Wave Group has acquired French company DL Services.
Genoa
The company specializes in the design of industrial kitchens and the supply of technical components and spare parts on board
CMA CGM's TUX transatlantic service will call at the port of Salerno
Marseille
The line connects Turkey with the East Coast of the USA
New intermodal connections between Northern Italy and Belgium by GTS Rail and CargoBeamer
Bari/Leipzig
Activated on the Padua-Zeebrugge and Liège-Domodossola lines
Cruise traffic in the port of Piraeus increased by +9% last year
Piraeus
Approximately 1.85 million passengers moved
In 2025, cruise traffic in the port of Genoa grew by +6.5%
Genoa
Ferry passengers down 3.6%
Grimaldi took delivery of the PCTC Grande Manila
Naples
The vessel has a total capacity of 9,241 CEUs.
Expedition cruise ship Exploris One to be auctioned off
Nantes
It has a capacity of 144 passengers and 102 crew members.
SeaCube Container Leasing has acquired Martin Container.
Montvale
The company specializes in the refrigerated container segment
Pisano: The Simplified Logistics Zone has great strategic importance for the port of La Spezia.
La Spezia
RINA and HPC launch project to promote green ports in the Caspian region
Genoa
Five-year contract with the OSCE
Vard to build four Multi-Purpose Robotic Vessels for Ocean Infinity
Trieste
The contract has a total value of over 200 million euros
Hanseatic Global Terminals will become sole owner of Florida International Terminal
Rotterdam
A conference on congestion in the North West logistics system will be held in Genoa on January 19th.
Genoa
It will be held at the Transparency Hall of the Liguria Region
The transportation sector enters a turning point with the adoption of artificial intelligence
Ulm
However, most companies are still in the early stages of this process.
Work completed to widen the access channel to the port of Livorno.
Livorno
The width between the two banks will be increased from 70 to 120 meters
Nexans sets a record for the depth of laying a high-voltage submarine cable on the Tyrrhenian Link
Paris
Installation at -2,150 meters
Funds for Spanish ports to adapt to the use of wind energy and other marine renewable energy sources
Madrid
Program with a total value of 212 million euros
CMD - Costruzioni Motori Diesel returns to wholly Italian ownership
Atella
Giorgio and Mariano Negri have acquired 67% of the capital held by the Chinese Loncin Motor Co.
Intesa Sanpaolo is financing the construction of three PCTCs for Grimaldi Euromed.
Milan
The new ships will be delivered later this year
Medlog acquires Australian intermodal operations of Seaway
Fremantle
The transaction will be completed within the first quarter of this year.
MIT has updated cybersecurity measures for national ships, ports and port facilities
Rome
A circular has been published which, among other things, introduces staff training
V.Group has bought the Danish company Njord
London
The company offers the shipping industry solutions for energy efficiency and decarbonisation
Fire aboard the Majestic ferry in the Port of Genoa
Genoa
The flames were extinguished by the intervention of the on-board fire brigade and did not cause any injuries.
COSCO to acquire control of German logistics company Zippel
Hamburg
Agreement to acquire 80% of its capital
Colombo Port Sets New Annual Container Traffic Record
Columbus
Sri Lanka Ports Authority signs agreement with French shipping group CMA CGM
Viasat to exit British company Navarino's capital
London
ICG to support the Tsikopoulos brothers in reinvesting in the company
The Palau government ensures the full operation of the Naval Registry
Koror
Moses (BMT): Services continue to be provided in accordance with international procedures and standards
In the first nine months of 2025, freight transported on the Austrian rail network increased by +1.4%
Vienna
Growth of +4.9% was recorded in the third quarter alone
Saipem wins $425 million offshore contract to develop the Sakarya gas field.
The decree for the distribution of PNRR resources to interports has been signed.
Rome
The disbursement of 1.9 million euros is expected
Messina, a Genoese company, launches a new service to Algeria.
Genoa
The rotation touches the ports of Fos, Genoa, Barcelona, Algiers, Fos
FS Logistix is the first company in Europe to certify its carbon footprint for freight transport.
Rome
The FS group company has obtained ISO 14067 certification
WASS (Fincantieri Group) wins torpedo supply contract for Indian Navy
Trieste
Contract with a total value of over 200 million euros
FHP Intermodal will become operational on January 1st
Milan
FHP Group completes the integration process between its subsidiaries CFI Intermodal and Lotras
The Coral Adventurer cruise ship ran aground in Papua New Guinea.
Port Moresby
No harm to people on board
d'Amico International Shipping orders two new MR1 product tankers from Guangzhou Shipyard International.
Port of Gioia Tauro: Anchorage fee reduction approved again
Gioia Tauro
A total sum of 1.5 million euros has been allocated
The Council of State has confirmed the legitimacy of the tender for the new Ravano Pier in La Spezia.
Rome/La Spezia
The TAR ruling for Liguria has been confirmed.
Hupac will launch a new shuttle train service between Duisburg and Novara.
Noise
Schedule six rotations per week
Ferry docking slots for Piombino and Elba Island in 2026 have been assigned.
Livorno
Project financing process for the first hydrogen production plant in the port of La Spezia
La Spezia
Project to provide "mobile" supplies to vehicles such as locomotives and boats
The new hydrofoil terminal at the port of Messina will be named after a victim of femicide.
Messina
The initiative to remember Omayma Benghaloum
Three new e-RTG yard cranes have arrived at the PSA Venice-Vecon terminal
Venice
Investment of 8.5 million euros
Fincantieri delivers second multipurpose combat ship to the Indonesian Navy
Trieste
Ceremony at the Muggiano shipyard
In June the Grendi group will equip itself with a fifth ro-ro vessel
Genoa
It will have a load capacity of 3,000 linear meters
The employment contract renewal for transport and logistics company managers has been signed.
Rome
Signed today by Manageritalia and Confetra
Brussels has approved the loan to rescue the rail freight company Lineas.
Brussels
Sixty-one million euros granted by the Belgian government
Green Mobility Partners and KKR Partner to Create European Rail Leasing Platform
Frankfurt
American company invests in GMP
Saipem wins offshore EPCI contract in Qatar
Milan
The contract is worth approximately $3.1 billion.
Wärtsilä sells its Gas Solutions division to German private equity firm Mutares.
Helsinki/Munich
Bank of China finances purchase of Grimaldi Euromed's Grande Melbourne
Amount of 57 million euros
GeneSYS Informatica (Fratelli Cosulich) has acquired 51% of the capital of Navimeteo
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A conference on congestion in the North West logistics system will be held in Genoa on January 19th.
Genoa
It will be held at the Transparency Hall of the Liguria Region
Spediporto's conference "Take opportunities navigating trade tensions" will be held in Genoa on December 1st and 2nd.
Genoa
It will be held at the Conference Hall of Banca Bper
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
East Port Said Port faces a new challenge with Europe's carbon rules for shipping
(EnterpriseAM)
Bulgarian court rejects extradition of Russian owner of a ship linked to Beirut port blast
(ABCNEWS.com)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
KSOE wins $466 million order for four container ships
Lysaker/Seongnam
NYK and Ocean Yield Award Order for Four New LNG Carriers
ONE's Adriatic Service 1 will also make stops at the port of Ancona
Singapore
The line to Damietta has a weekly frequency
Consolidation work on the Riva quay at the port of Ortona has been completed.
Ancona
Thirteen million is the cost for the adaptation of the infrastructure
Vard has signed a cooperation agreement with the Norwegian research institute Norce
Ålesund
It concerns all fields of research and innovation in the naval sector
Energy transition, regulatory simplification, competitiveness of the maritime industry, and port governance are Confitarma's priorities.
Rome
Federlogistica reports the project cargo's inability to travel on Northwest highways.
Genoa
Falteri: We are facing a real systemic crisis.
ZIM shareholders reach agreement again
Haifa
Agreement reached on candidates for the renewal of the board of directors
Merger by incorporation of Degrosolutions into CLS
Milan
Castelli: We aim to strengthen our growth path in the Italian forklift market.
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